[center]The year is 2049, and the City of Marlon is brighter than ever. Located on the East Coast of the United States of America and the Canadian Commonwealth, this prosperous metropolis draws in every sort of character. Here, Lorne Corporation stands above the rest as they research and develop cutting edge cybernetics and enhancements. Their subsidiaries and rival corporations reside here as well.

On March 26th, late in the evening there was a catastrophic failure at The Tower. One night during a violent storm the top of the tower exploded, causing a cascade of energy to be spread throughout the city. This energy acted as a catalyst creating mutations among the population of Marlon. These mutations granted members of the population with abilities that were beyond human gaining them the name Parahuman. These Parahumans caused mass damage at first as many were unable to control their abilities. Then came the opportunists, those who sought to use these abilities to further their own cause. Some took on criminal lifestyles, some heroic for fame and fortune, others simply sought to help others.

It took a month to bring down the worst of the Parahumans who had changed, Maya Inverness, who went by the name of Monarch, and her companion Jacob Anderson, who named himself The Bloody Baron. It took a further three months before the City settled down into relative normalcy. 

Lorne has not been silent on the matter, in fact they aim to study and reverse the effects of the Tower, working [i]diligently[/i] with the MPD to achieve this goal. They have developed several nullifiers and facilities to contain the Parahumans they deem a threat. They have developed a scanner that can detect some parahuman abilities, though there are rumors that they will have a finished product in the coming month.

You are one of those affected by the blast. One of those who has survived the Riots and the tremulous reign of Monarch, who's fall to Brightspire still remains as very talked about subject. Several groups have risen in the city. The most notable are The Church of Para, lead by Atom, who's stance is one of aggressive tactics and Parahuman superiority. The Parahuman Protection Society, who's goal is equal rights and protection from harm for those who've been Enhanced. The last is the Aggrieved, those who's change has forced them into insanity, seeking only destruction and chaos they will tear apart the city. They sit contained in the Dark Box, the most fortified prison in the world, run by the MPD.

What will you choose, to search for answers, fight, or work with Lorne? To become a powerful superhero or villain or just keep to your old life? The world is there for your choosing, but remember your actions always have consequences. You can even lose your life if you aren't careful...[/center]

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Welcome back to The Tower. With Sep's permission I'll be rebooting this and hopefully we can get a good thing going. Lots of twists and turns, and plenty of action to be had. Very open world and there is a steady progressive plot that will be occurring around the Tower.

Just some basic info to cover:

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[i]These are groups/organisations that no matter who you are, you’re likely to come across.[/i]
[hider=Lorne Corporation]
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Tiberius Lorne is currently the CEO of the Lorne Corporation. A high influence tech conglomerate that controls several industries such as robotics, chemical and robotic enhancement, weaponry and computing software. Responsible for the explosion that created the Para-human menace they have been the leader in anti-parahuman technology, including neutralisation and containment. Working together [i]diligently[/i] with the MPD they’re long term goal is the cure and rehabilitation of those affected by the explosion of the tower.


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[hider=MPD]
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Riot Bot
[img]https://i.imgur.com/m6M8ktx.jpg[/img]

Enforcer
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The city police department has taken to hiding their faces, and disguising their voices in fear of reprisal from any criminal as well as cut an imposing figure. They’re heavily armed, and use extensive cybernetics, and robotics to help enforce the peace. Mechanized K9’s that can pick up the slightest whiff of a gun, and bomb residue. Robotic riot police units. They are equipped with shoulder-mounted tear gas, and smoke launchers, and riot shields. In a pinch, they can be used as breachers, and disposable cover in breach, and clear operations. State of the art weapons, and tech provided by the generous benefactors at Lorne in exchange for cooperation, and contract purposes extensively acting as a semi-transparent arm for the company.
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[hider=City Hall]
Mayor Joseph Lietti currently presides over the city of Marlon, voted in by the city in the face of various charges from the public for corruption, voter fraud, and extorting the criminal populace of the city. Most of those charges are true, with helpful lobbying from the Lorne corporation he acts in their interest, as well as a middle man to the corporation, and shady backroom deals.
The city senate currently votes in the interest of their own pockets, or goals. Most have been bought off by various companies, and outside interests.

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[hider=Church of the Para]
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The Church of the Para is run by a man with the name Atom. A Parahuman himself he is by far the most wanted individual within the city. Atom believes that the coming of the Para is a sign that the Gods are back on Earth, forming his own pantheon his goals are citywide and eventually world wide domination in order to spread the good word of the Para to every living being. They have no official church nor ministry, and are some of the most despised individuals among the anti-Para movement. Consorting with the Church of the Para is classed as a criminal offence, as while the Para Protection Society does not always stoop to terrorist methods the Church of the Para holds no restraint in how they deal with ‘lesser beings’


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[hider=Para Protection Society]
While the city might seem like a rotten apple at its core, the group is little more than reformed anarchists, rebels, and criminals who wish to live the robin hood life. Steal from the rich, protect the poor, hide the existence of paras, and protect them from anyone who wishes to do harm to them. Various sects exist within the PPS, and some of them are not afraid to commit to doing some of the darker things in life to fulfil their goals. Kidnapping, extortion, blackmail, and murder, among other things. Especially when it comes to keeping the existence of the organization, it’s leaders, or paras a secret. When it comes to the leadership it’s run by a council of people who simply wish to do some good, even if they have to sometimes do bad to achieve it.

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[hider=ParaHuman Codex]
[i]These are classifications of Parahumans and how the authorities classify them in their dealings with them. There are four categories, threat level within a category can change drastically depending on the individual[/i]
[hider=Alpha Para]

The most worrying Paras and typically the most feared. An Alpha Paras ability is one that can have influence over another living being. This is exceptionally rare and typically results in telepathy or the ability to influence over someone's mind. Typically ‘mind control’ is limited to control over animals rather than humans however more powerful Paras have been able to control people with rumours that there are even some who can influence control over crowds.
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[hider=Beta Para]

A Beta Para is a Para who has influence over their environment. The most common in this category are the ‘kinesis’ users. Telekinesis, Geokinesis, Pyrokinesis, Hydrokinesis, Aerokinesis etc. Usually they have control over some form of environmental factor, some have even been recorded to have power over technology. These Paras can even sometimes take on attributes of whatever it is they are controlling, and use it to further advance themselves. E.g. Turning themselves to rock, flying, setting themselves on fire. 
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[hider=Gamma Para]

A Gamma Para is a Para whose ability directly affects themselves. Superspeed, healing, strength, durability, hyper intelligence. These are all potential abilities of a Gamma. Easier to blend in than any other category the Gammas make up the vast majority of the Para population. These abilities unlike in the other categories have the highest fluctuation of threat levels. With some being classed at a lowly ‘1’ where their abilities are just above that of a regular human. Up and coming athletes face tests to determine whether they are simply top of their class or a Para trying to capitalize on their abilities.
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[hider=Omega Para]

Omega Paras are exceptionally rare and are instantly a Threat Level 3. Omega Paras are individuals who exhibit abilities from two or even three categories. Exceedingly rare. Only two have been known so far and both caused mass damage to Marlon and its people.
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[hider=Threat Levels]

[b]1.[/b] First response crew capture and contain. Standard operating procedure. [PASSIVE PARA - MINIMUM THREAT]
[b]2.[/b] Specialised units called to assist standard units. Capture and Contain. [AVERAGE PARA - MEDIOCRE THREAT]
[b]3.[/b] Initial forces work on containment [i]only[/i]. Specialist forces called in for capture. [ACTIVE PARA - THREAT]
[b]4.[/b] Specialist forces contain and capture, backup called for heavy units. [HIGH RISK PARA - IMMEDIATE RESPONSE]
[b]5.[/b] Heavy units called, kill order given. Evacuate surrounding areas. [DANGEROUS PARA - HIGH RESPONSE]

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These power levels can also be broken up like so. [1] is a Para who likely can’t affect anyone, other than potentially one or two people. If they decide to use their powers to get one over on other individuals they won’t be able to affect many people at once. Whereas [5] indicates that a Para will be able to cause mass destruction, harm and death all by themselves likely with very little effort. These are the extremes, and there is everything in between. 
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[center][b]RULES:[/b]
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[b]1.[/b] [i]GMs[/i] word is scripture, Co-GMs is law.
[b]2.[/b] Please be respectful of other people and their story, don’t just barge into what they’re doing without invite/asking first.
[b]3.[/b] Please be respectful, inclusive, caring, responsible and honest.
[b]4.[/b] In your characters sample post please include an angry cop outside a donut shop. To prove you read the rules.
[b]5.[/b] Before creating a major event/game changing technology please check with the GM team first.
[b]6.[/b] Have fun, and ask any questions you may have!


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[code][b]Name:[/b]
[b]Age:[/b]
[b]Appearance:[/b]
[b]Para Category:[/b]
[b]Powers/Abilities:[/b]
[b]Skills:[/b]
[b]Weaknesses:[/b]
[b]Brief History:[/b] I say brief, as this is important and all in understanding your character but I feel like a sample post is a true example of your skills.
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Sample Post goes here. Include one of the news tickers in your sample post.
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Discord link: https://discord.gg/3jsRUPH mention me and I'll get you the perms and stuff.

Idea credit goes to [@Sep]

old OOC: https://www.roleplayerguild.com/topics/179748-the-tower-chapter-1-a-new-dawn/ooc