[hr][hr][center][img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjExNi5mZjE0MWIuVTJsc2RtVnlJRVpoYkd4ei4wAA,,/hastro.regular.png[/img][hr][img]http://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.3083715!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_620/image.jpg[/img][hr][h3][b][color=FF0000]Death Count: 0[/color][/b][/h3][/center][hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Overview[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=FF0000]Location:[/color][/b] Silver Falls, Washington [b][color=FF0000]Time Frame:[/color][/b] 1990 [b][color=FF0000]Rp Tags:[/color][/b] Modern, Slice-Of-Life, High Casual, Advanced, Large Group, Fantasy, Apocalyptic, Supernatural, Survival, Mystery, Romance, Historical [b][color=FF0000]Type Of RP:[/color][/b] This RP surrounds a single question - Who killed Lucy Taylor, and why? It partially serves as a prequel to [@Morose]'s Abandoned Hope. Something very wrong is happening in Silver Falls, it's up to you to work out what, and stop it. [b][color=FF0000]Goal Of RP:[/color][/b] Find out who killed Lucy Taylor, why they did it, and stop them. [b][color=FF0000]Age Requirements:[/color][/b] Minimal age for characters is 15. [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Premise[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] On June 20th, 2016, the world almost came to an end with the beginning of the biblical apocalypse. The events which took place in Altsoba county surrounding this, tainted not only Altsoba, but the area around it as well. Though, twenty-six years before, Altsoba and the nearby county of Silver Falls were picturesque, quaint and perfect paradises in rural Washington. No evil dwelled there, and it was a wonder that one day such a horrid event would take place, focused on a place which was so peaceful. But every small town has its secrets. Almost exactly twenty-six years before the Altosba Massacre, the small town of Silver Falls, ten miles south of Altsoba awoke to tragedy. Hidden away in Silver Falls' Forest Park, the body of the homecoming queen - Lucy Taylor, was found, crucified on an upside-down cross. The grief and mystery spread through the small town like wildfire, with one thing being clear in everyone's mind - this was not a normal murder. With the arrival of Donald Baker, an FBI agent sent to investigate the murder, more curious questions began to pop up - a single letter was found sewn into Lucy's tongue, [i]'P'[/i], and reports of strange sightings around town after dark began to spread, tales of monsters, ghosts. Quickly the town was taken over by paranoia, but most of the residents still held a strong desire to see the truth of the matter, who killed Lucy Taylor? With only a few clues to go on, and the increasing paranoia spreading through the small town, a meeting is called at the town's community centre on June 14, it would be made clear what was known so far, and what was to take place. Dark things are on the move in Silver Falls, and unless stopped - may threaten far more than just this little rural community. [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Characters[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [color=FF0000][b]Active:[/b][/color][list] [*]Donald Baker [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list] [color=FF0000][b]Deceased:[/b][/color][list] [*]Lucy Taylor - ??? [*] [/list] [color=FF0000][b]Known NPCs:[/b][/color][list][*] [/list] [hr][hr][center][h3][b][i][color=red]Town Details and Specifics[/color][/i][/b][/h3][/center][center][img]https://preview.ibb.co/hPpwrk/Silver_Falls.jpg[/img][/center] [hider=Business District]-P & W Diner: A small restaurant toward the center of town. The Diner is a usual stopping point for those passing through and visiting Silver Falls, as well as a common lunch stop and meeting point for locals. The diner is open from 9AM to 9PM. -Silver Falls' Sheriff Department: The local Sheriff's department is the home to Silver Falls' rather small police force. A small compound, there is not a great deal to the station aside from a conference room, offices, and four jail cells. Most of Silver Falls' actual inmates are sent further North, to Altsoba county, for imprisonment. -Silver Falls' Public Library: By all accounts, the library is one of the larger buildings in Silver Falls' business district. Commonly visited by students from Pacific North University, the library is particularly famous for it's collections of religious texts and mythical poems.[/hider] [hider=Residential Area]-Ben's: A dart's bar in Silver Falls', Ben's is frequented by most of the residents of Silver Falls, especially workers at the Lumber Mill. Live music is often played in the bar, and a drunken fist-fight is common on friday nights. - -[/hider] [i][b][color=red]Locations:[/color][/b][/i] [list][*] Area 1 - The Business District [*] Area 2 - The Residential District [*] Area 3 - Lake Knowledge Hotel [*] Area 4 - Silver Falls General Hospital [*] Area 5 - Silver Falls Community Center [*] Area 6 - Harris Lumbermill [*] Area 7 - Silver Falls Forest Park [*] Area 8 - The Anderson's Mansion[/list] [i]Characters can live in Sunshine Apartments, in a house on either Graze, August or Lumber streets. Pacific North University is just forty minutes away from Silver Falls, so some college students do tend to move into the residential area or rent an apartment. Beyond this, temporary accommodations can be found at the Lake Knowledge Hotel.[/i] [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]The Lore[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] This RP follows the lore outlined in [url=https://www.roleplayerguild.com/topics/165133-a-guide-to-the-lore-of-the-abandoned-hope-universe/ooc#post-4366694]the guide to the abandoned hope universe[/url]. Anything outside of this thread as new additions will be outlined here. All necromantic knowledge is immensely uncommon considering that this RP takes place [i]before[/i] the Altosba massacre, and so any characters with explicit necromantic knowledge must be discussed with the GM beforehand. [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Rules[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] *[color=FF0000]Rules are enforced and you will be removed if you break them.[/color][list][*] Gm Is God[list][*] Gm has final say on all matters [*] Gm does check on posting and log in habits [*] If you are holding up the RP and joining other Rp's you will be called on it [/list] [*] CS Sheet Provided Must Be Used[list][*] Use code provided below [*] Do not submit WIP's - Final CS's only [*] Post CS for approval in OOC [*] Only GM approved CS's allowed in CS Tab [*] Change color code to one not in use [*] If you have problems with changing out the color code or any of the coding, just pm it to me and I will take care of it for you. [*] May not use default CS color, any colors currently in use by active characters or that are close to another characters color[/list] [*] This is a slice of life rp[list][*] Real Life cause and effect will be in place [*] Realistic Character Sheets Only [*] Things like jobs and skills must fit with characters back story [*] Don't go overboard - seriously, enjoy not knowing things and learning as you go. [/list][*] Language - No Filters [*] Gore - No Filters - This will get gross [*] Taboo subjects will be crossed but will be maintained to fade to black if needed [*] Romance is allowed but this is NOT a Romance RP - Pg-13, then fade to black [*] Follow All Forum Rules [*] Communication is Key [*] The world is controlled by the GM - All NPC's, weather, what you see, what you find, what happens, everything. So if it isn't in my post, it didn't happens [*] If you wish your character to have "connections" please run it by the GM first to ensure it is acceptable and isn't already being done by another. [*] Randomization and LLA are used in this RP - Please refer to Lady Amalthea's [url=http://www.roleplayerguild.com/topics/139808-gming-201-randomization-world-narratives-lla/ooc]tutorial[/url] for a description if you are new to this concept [*] Posting Habits[list] [*] Minimal of 2 well developed paragraphs per post [*] Must IC post once every 7 days (It is your job to keep up with when you need to post. Your last post hits Day 8 and I remove you from the RP.) [*] I do not accept no inspiration as a reason not to post [*] Keep up with all IC and OOC posts [*] No word in IC or OOC after 7 days is grounds for removal from the RP. [*] If you need additional time to post you must notify the Gm by day 5 of your counter. Extensions will not be granted after that. [*] No spamming OOC [*] Under Extras in the CS mention how you take your coffee so I know you at least skimmed this... [*] Minimal 2 posts between your last [*] There is no additional time granted due to forum glitches unless the forum is fully down. A week to post is plenty of time even if the forum glitches a day or two [*] Collabs may not be started after your day 5 counter [*] If you are collabing and your partner vanishes or does not reply, you must finish the collab and post it before the timer runs out [*] If your collab partner vanishes you are granted temporary minimal bunnying privileges to complete the collab [*] If your collab partner vanishes, you need to make the Gm aware so it does not count against you [*] Know your personal posting limitations before applying to join [*] If you cannot post, you must contact the GM and make me aware, you will be granted extra time to post (do not take advantage of this) - I realize real life comes first but you know your schedule better than anyone, if you join it is your responsibility to keep up and not hold up the rest of the Rpers. I will work with you, just let me know what's going on [/list] [*] Spots are not first come first serve [list][*] Gm will review completed CS first [*] Gm will review previous Rp's and posting habits [*] Gm will then notify you if you are approved [*] Character deaths will happen, no one is safe - it will be randomized and you will be notified when your death approaches. (This does not mean you are out of the RP, it will mean however you need to make a new character should you wish to continue - I recommend having Back Up Characters Ready) [*] I am looking for long term [i]highly dedicated[/i] Rpers. This RP is within the same universe as [i]Abandoned Hope[/i], which finished after eight months. [/list] [*] Once Cs's are approved, relation sheet will go up and must be completed and added to CS [*] Rules and Cs sheet will be added to and changed as need be depending on problems or points that come up. [*] Under Extras in your CS please post a link to a post you have done in the past to show you have read the rules. If You submit a CS without this it may be declined. [*] Special - To New Comers To The Guild - Pm The Gm for a tid bit to add under extras instead [/list] [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Character Sheet[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] Below is the character sheet required for the RP. There are a few specific requirements for backstories which is necessary for all characters - in that every character must have some degree of relation with the late Lucy Taylor. This is not to say that all characters must be locals to Silver Falls (though this is certainly encouraged), it simply means you must have a fair reason for why they may not be a local and still be associated with her. [i]Considering that this RP takes place before Abandoned Hope, you are more than welcome to bring in an ancestor or family member of any character you played in Abandoned Hope. However, this character can not be of any direct relation to characters in Abandoned Hope (No fathers, mothers, etc.) as there is still the chance they may die in this RP.[/i] [hider=CS Code] [code][hider] [hr.][hr.][h1][b][i][color=???][center]Character's First And Last Name[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h1] [center][img]Character Image[/img][/center] [hr.][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]Character Summary[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=???]Name:[/color][/b] (Full Name) [b][color=???]Aliases:[/color][/b] (Nicknames, previous names, maiden names, etc.) [b][color=???]Age:[/color][/b] 15+ [b][color=???]Birthday:[/color][/b] Month-Day, Year (Starting day of the RP is June 14, 1990) [b][color=???]Ethnicity:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Birth Place:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Residence:[/color][/b] Leave blank, the GM will determine this based off your character and tell you what to fill in before you move it over to the CS Tab [b][color=???]Gender:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Major/Minor:[/color][/b] Place N/A if character did not attend college [b][color=???]Occupation:[/color][/b] (Give us what you do for a living, job title, employer) [b][color=???]Languages:[/color][/b] Max 2 (either fluent or learning - any extra ones will take up general skill spots as well) [hr.][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]Appearance[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=???]Height:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Weight:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Build:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Eyes:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Hair:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Skin Tone:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Tattoos/Scars/Piercings:[/color][/b] [b][color=???]Personal Style:[/color][/b] [hr.][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]Psychology[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [i][color=6ecff6][center][color=00a651]Positive Trait[/color] * [color=ed1c24]Negative Trait[/color] * [color=00a651]Positive Trait[/color] * [color=ed1c24]Negative Trait[/color] * [color=00a651]Positive Trait[/color] * [color=ed1c24]Negative Trait[/color][/center][/color][/i] [b][color=???]Sexuality:[/color][/b] (What your character's true sexuality is, even though they may not be aware of it. This is set in stone when submitted, and a character deemed 1 sexuality may not flip to be attracted to something else later on) [b][color=???]Relationship Status:[/color][/b] (Relationships only carry over from [i]Abandoned Hope[/i]--all other relationships will be assumed to be with an NPC character) [b][color=???]Personality:[/color][/b] Minimal 2 paragraphs that tells us how the characters mind works [b][color=???]Habits:[/color][/b] Minimal 2 [b][color=???]Hobbies:[/color][/b] At least 1 [b][color=???]Fears:[/color][/b] 3 real fears that make your character unhinged (You will be expected to play to these fears. They will be noted by the Gm and used against you ~grins~) [list][*] [*] [*][/list] [b][color=???]Likes:[/color][/b] 6 minimal [list][*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*][/list] [b][color=???]Dislikes:[/color][/b] 6 minimal [list][*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*][/list] [hr.][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]Cards On The Table[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=???]General World Skills:[/color][/b] Max 9 - History must reflect these knowledges. Knowledge of necromantics is not assumed. [list][*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list] [b][color=???]Combat Skills:[/color][/b] Max 5 - History must reflect knowing these - Keep it grounded in the real world. Not everyone is a bad ass. This covers things such as Athletics, Diving, Stamina, Acrobatics, Weapons, Riding, Unarmed Combat(This is limited to Boxing, Brawling, or Wrestling - each one takes up 1 slot), Throwing Weapons, Projectile Weapons, Pistols, Shotguns, Whips. Supernatural Combat will give the player a general knowledge as to how to deal with threats--can specialize in various necromantics, such as demons or vampires, but this must be discussed with the GM beforehand. [list][*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list] [b][color=???]What Is On Your Person:[/color][/b] This includes your clothing, jewelry, your wallet, your id, your keys; cash (denote which country), a picture, lighter, cigarettes, weapons you may carry, shoes, purse, bag, pistol and so forth. If it is not listed you are not carrying it. Again, keep it grounded in the real world. Limited to spots provided. [list][*] Clothing - [*] Purse/Wallet - [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list] [b][color=???]Residence:[/color][/b] This is your stash basically - all your items that are not on you at all times. General things need not be listed like a bed, blanket and so forth. Somethings are just a given. But things like Weapons stash, books, files on people, books, special mementos, and so forth are something that need to be listed out and very detailed. Make sure to know that this will be updated through out the RP - Bullets get used, weapons get lost, ropes break. Again, keep this grounded in reality. You won't have an arsenal! Bare bones to start folks and keep it with your profession and what your income would have been. Not everyone is going to have money... Limited to spots provided. [list][*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list] [hr.][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]History[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=???]Life Before the Murder:[/color][/b] Minimal 3 paragraphs about your characters life up until this point. [b][color=???]History with Lucy Taylor:[/color][/b] Minimal 1 well developed paragraph [hr.][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][hr.][h3][b][i][color=???][center]Extras[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [b][color=???]Character Quote:[/color][/b] Something they say a lot or live by [b][color=???]Deviances:[/color][/b] Anything supernatural-esque about them, put it here. Needs to be warranted. [b][color=???]Theme Song:[/color][/b] What would be playing when they walk up if we were in a movie? [b][color=???]Anything Else:[/color][/b] Read the rules to check for what you need to include here [sub][color=ed1c24]*By submitting this CS in its completion I am stating I have read all the rules for this Rp and am agreeing to follow them to the fullest with respect and courtesy. I acknowledge that I can and will be removed from the RP without warning if I break a rule or cause problems with my fellow Rpers or the GM.[/color][/sub][/hider] [/code][/hider] [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Relation Sheet[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] You will record your thoughts and opinions on other characters. To start the RP, you are required to have one relation to start with. If you're having trouble coming up with one, let me know and I can sort it out for you. There'll be periodic moments throughout the RP where I ask that you update these. There is also a space included for your observations. Clues and points of interest can be placed there, in order to help you follow the story as it progresses. This is imperative to the RP, after all - this is a mystery. [hider=Relation Sheet][code] [hider] [hr.][hr.] [h1][center][b][i][color=#0099cc]The Notebook[/color][/i][/b][/center][/h1][hr.][h2][center][b][i][color=???]Character Name[/color][/i][/b][/center][/h2][center][img]Character Image[/img][/center][center][i][color=???]"Character Quote"[/color][/i][/center][hr.][hr.][center]║ [color=yellow]☯[/color] Neutral ║ [color=orange]✿[/color] Friend ║ [color=cyan]❅[/color] BFF ║ [color=pink]♡[/color] Infatuation ║ [color=red]❤[/color] Love ║ ║ [color=ed145b]❦[/color] Considered Family ║ [color=limegreen]☣[/color] Tense ║ [color=red]☢[/color] Dislikes ║ [color=gray]☠[/color] Enemy ║[/center][hr.][hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center]Symbol [b][color=???]Characters Name[/color][/b] Symbol [i]"Overall Thoughts On The Character"[/i][/center] Relation Details [hr.] [center][b][color=#0099cc]Clues Or Points Of Interest[/color][/b][/center] [list] [*] [*] [*] [*] [*] [/list][hr.][/hider] [/code][/hider] [hr][hr][h3][b][i][color=FF0000][center]Sound Track[/center][/color][/i][/b][/h3] [center][youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlgjtKPtpT8[/youtube][/center] [list][*]The Woods and the Goddess from Deadly Premonition - Silver Falls Theme [*]Hotel California by The Eagles - Donald's Theme [/list]