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[quote=Carey McWilliams][i][sup]"But at the same time we can’t help but feel that with all this potential, the city and culture somehow disappoint us."[/sup][/i][/quote]
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Welcome to [color=darkorange][b]The Black Fall: The Ghosts of LA.[/b][/color] An RP that was an experiment of mine that I really want to see through. Basically the RP will have a very heavy player involvement on how it should go and the plot and all that. And I, as the GM, make it happen. I want every character to have their own story arcs and heavy involvement in the RP itself.

Basically, the setting is a world where people are enhanced by crystals that emit strange energy and have been granted superhuman abilities, being dubbed "Deltahumans." These Deltahumans have been exposed to the world at a very early age, and have been quite integrated into the minds of the world as their acts, whether good or bad, often pop up on the news. There are mixed thoughts on Deltahumans, some hate them, some love them, and others are on the fence. 

In this particular storyline, it takes place in Los Angeles (as the name implies) except it has been ravaged and ruined by a horrible event known as the "Incident". It was where two Deltahumans on the run were cornered and cause three massive Earthquakes that destroyed a majority of California. In response, Southern California has been deemed an Exclusion Zone, including Los Angeles. Which has trapped millions there for months as the city descends into outright chaos. One gang, known as the Phoenixes, rise from the ashes of the city and become a major player. However, the situation is a lot deeper than one anticipated.

If Superpowers/Superheros/Whatever aren't your fancy, then I suggest just closing the tab and going about your day. If it is, I promise to provide an interesting experience. A deep and complex tale of students, with a very rich and well-developed lore. Above all else; this won't be a standard superhero romp, but a character-centric look at how Superpowers and whatnot would function in real life. No capes, no gimmicks. The RP will be character-driven, and somewhat sandbox-y. I will be providing a storyline, but I'll be giving people free rein on how their characters act within the storyline.

[b][URL=https://discord.gg/4FznNGS][color=darkorange]DISCORD SERVER[/color][/URL][/b]
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[h1][color=darkorange]♦ RULES & NOTES ♦[/color][/h1][hr]

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[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 1 |[/sup][/color] Remember that everybody is here to have fun above all else. We may throw a few flowery jabs at each other, but remember it's all in good fun. The Golden rule is: don't be a dick.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 2 |[/sup][/color] That said, remember that I have the full right to deny anyone access to the RP, and I am not above removing anyone from the RP should they get too unruly. I hope it doesn't come to that, but I'm just putting that out there.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 3 |[/sup][/color] I (And any Co-GMs I may elect) have the final say in all matters - we aren't tyrants, but I will put my foot down. Please make any edits to your character sheet/posts/etc that you were requested to. If you're too unruly, I'll have no choice but to enact [color=darkorange][sup]1.2[/sup][/color].

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 4 |[/sup][/color] I enforce a policy of not informing people of every time they should post (unless their character is in the middle of interactions). If you go inactive without a peep, I'm not going to babysit you. It's a player's responsibility to keep up with the RP.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 5 |[/sup][/color] Please be respectful towards all other players.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 6 |[/sup][/color] Please do not post a "wip" sheet. I find it very irritating when someone posts an incomplete character sheet. If you want me to read over what you have so far, just PM it to me. If you need a place to work on it just private message the sheet to yourself (or write it on one of many platforms).

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 7 |[/sup][/color] This RP will strictly be "first come, first serve." Meaning I will not reserve any powers/character roles/etc, and they will go to whoever finishes their character sheet first. If there's a conflict over it, I will decide the outcome.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 8 |[/sup][/color] Character applications will go into the OOC (where we can work things out) until they are accepted. In other words, the character tab is for [i]accepted[/i] characters only. Also, do not "reserve" a spot in the Character Tab unless you were given permission to by me.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 9 |[/sup][/color] I am [i]very[/i] thorough and critical when judging character sheets. Don't take it as a personal attack, I just have some pretty high (well, unrealistically high) standards. 

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 1 . 10 |[/sup][/color] Try to keep the OOC active as possible. Even chit-chatting about random games is perfectly okay.
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[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 1 |[/sup][/color] No Powergaming, God-Modding, Metagaming, etc, etc... You know, the "don't"'s of Roleplaying. You know the dealio.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 2 |[/sup][/color] Let me say now; the story will be pretty slow-paced at times. I have a job and college, so I won't be able to post constantly. If a slower RP is good for you, then go for it.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 3 |[/sup][/color] I prefer that we keep collaborations to a minimum... just preference because many RPs died/slowed to a halt due to too many collabs.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 4 |[/sup][/color] All I ask for is one post a week. If it's been a week since your last post, your character will be placed into the inactive section until they are written off (Either by death or leaving the city). Once a character is inactive, however, they are officially an NPC and can be used freely by the GMs or the players.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 5 |[/sup][/color] I am not a stickler for post length. I'd rather have a meaningful paragraph, over an essay full of filler.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 6 |[/sup][/color] This RP, at times, will get very dark. I plan for it to be a very mature, and down-to-earth Roleplay. There will be death, drinking, drugs, and tickle fingers.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 7 |[/sup][/color] Character death is a real possibility. By submitting a character, you understand that they have to take responsibility for their actions. They will not be bailed out by me and may get injured or die. I won't jeopardize the story for one character. They can also be killed by other characters. I won't go out of my way to kill off any character - that I like - but I may injure them for the sake of the story.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 8 |[/sup][/color] Romance/Sex/Whatever is allowed in the RP. "Fade to black" is so beaten into your heads by now that there's no point in even repeating it.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 9 |[/sup][/color] To keep things a bit more organized, please say where your post is taking place at the start of your post.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 2 . 10 |[/sup][/color] If you're also expecting me to hold your hand every step of the way, then you're going to be disappointed. This is going to be an RP that rewards taking initiative, and starting plotlines of your own. I'll provide a storyline, but I'm not going to be railroading everyone.


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[hider=3. Character Creation Rules][indent]

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 1 |[/sup][/color] I expect some moderate detail when writing your character sheet. Remember, this RP is more grounded in realism, and I want each character to feel like a person. Try to give them a believable past, goals, personality, etc.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 2 |[/sup][/color] If your goal is to basically make the strongest/best character, and try to "win" the Roleplay, let me stop you here and say you won't get far. This is a story, not a place for you to wank your OP self-insert. Nothing says "I'm a bad writer" to me than giving your character the strongest abilities (along with an asston of skills). As I said above, I am very critical, and will not hesitate to ask you to change whatever I dislike about your character sheet.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 3 |[/sup][/color] If your character is a sociopath/psychopath, complete badass, perfect character, edgelord, then they're likely not going to get accepted.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 4 |[/sup][/color] You can create a character of any ethnicity, gender, sexuality, background, etc, within the bounds of realism of course. You can definitely get creative here.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 5 |[/sup][/color]  "Magic" does not exist in the setting. This RP will be mainly sci-fi with slight paranormal themes here and there. There will a suspension of disbelief for artistic license but let’s not do anything too drastic, please.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 6 |[/sup][/color] There is no character limit, you can, and are encouraged, to make as many characters as you can handle. Just don't get stupid.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 7 |[/sup][/color] I suggest writing a description of your character's appearance to get everyone in that writing mood. If you must, you can use a picture. [u][b]Just no anime[/b][/u]. The pictures have to be of real people, or realistic art (But, let's shy away from A/B List Celebrities).

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 8 |[/sup][/color] When creating a character, try to be diverse. Look at the character sheets and try to fulfill a role that [i]no one[/i] has. No one wants a million street fighters, or nice girls. You can be pretty creative within the bounds of the lore.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 9 |[/sup][/color] Now, time for the banned powers. The following powers are banned without negotiation: "Instant death" powers, Mind/Character control, Time powers, Anything with "Omni-" attached to it, Reality Warping, Life-force absorption, Complete-Indestructibility/Absolute-Defense, "Bringing art to life," and Probability Manipulation. I will gladly tell you why they are banned if asked.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 10 |[/sup][/color] The following powers are restricted, but negotiable: Blood Manipulation, Darkness Manipulation, Power Replication, Gravity Manipulation, Power Nullification, Suggestion, and Memory Manipulation. Message me for more details.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 11 |[/sup][/color] Please refrain from tacking skills/powers onto characters. Try to make everything feel natural to your character.

[color=darkorange][sup]⋗ 3 . 12 |[/sup][/color] This is optional, but I can choose a power for your character. It'll be a fun little thing for both of us.
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