Please note that I have stepped down as the GM of this roleplay and am operating as another player. As such the ever capable @Cyrania and @King Kindred are joint GM's for this RP and should be contacted for all matters relating to the roleplay.
Introduction:
Worlds Collide is a roleplaying game set in a brand-new universe where Marvel and DC comics coexist. This isn't about following movie or comic canon, instead, it's a shared sandbox where you can reimagine your favorite characters, give them fresh origins, or even create brand new ones that feel at home in the world of superheroes and villains.
Do you want to write a Gotham ruled by Wilson Fisk? A Spider-Man who grew up in Metropolis? An Amazonian mutant who's never set foot on Themyscira? This is your chance to build your own corner of a living, breathing world and see how it all collides with others.
At its heart, this game is about characters: heroes, villains, and everyone in between finding their place in a world that's itself only learning how to live with them.
The World:
This is a universe that has always contained both Marvel and DC's most iconic places, existing side by side - rather than a fused universe. New York, Gotham, Metropolis, Central City, Madripoor, Latveria - they're all part of one continuous world, woven together into a vast but strangely navigable landscape.
Distances aren't pinned down with real-world precision. Just like in the comics, cities feel as close or as far as the story requires. A vigilante from Gotham can end up in Hell's Kitchen without crossing half the globe, and a flight from Metropolis to New York might take an afternoon instead of hours. This 'comic book geography' keeps every character within reach of one another, while still allowing each city to retain its own identity and atmosphere.
Heroes and villains are never more than a story away from crossing paths. The world is big enough for every corner to feel unique, but close enough that you're always in someone else’s backyard.
I want to encourage player interaction as much as possible while also leaving enough breathing room for you to write your own overarching stories that can be independent from your adventures with other heroes, if this is what you want to do. I want to employ 'comic book logic' as much as possible within this roleplay so that everyone can feel comfortable appearing in each others stories without worrying so much about whether it would make sense realistically. If it works to make a good story that's good enough for me.
Rules:
Applications: Submit a completed character sheet (see below). You can apply as a singular character or as a team, but can only have up to 2 active accepted applications at any time. Exceptions to the 2 character rule to allow for an additional third character will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and will be judged heavily on a players involvement, and consistency within the roleplay. Currently we are accepting both hero and villain characters. However, if you wish to play a villain as opposed to another player's hero or one who is traditionally in their rogues gallery - please contact this player prior to writing a sheet to discuss your idea and whether or not this fits into their story. They have final say on whether or not this then goes to the GM's for review.
Characters: You may choose any Marvel or DC comic character within reason. Re-imaginings are welcome - as long as the core identity or theme of a canon mantle is recognizable. I will also allow characters from independent comics, for example Spawn, Hellboy, TMNT, etc, so long as they fit within the theme of the game. This means I am avoiding comics like Transformers, GI Joe, etc. Please contact me before applying as something like this for further clarification.
Continuity: This is a fresh universe. No need to follow established canon history, but respect the shared continuity created by player actions. Furthermore, please discuss with another player before joining their storyline.
Posting: Players are expected to post at least once every two weeks. If you need time away, let the GM team know. I appreciate not everyone has the same schedule, and I am ready to allow longer posting schedules if this works better for you. Please also note this is a casual roleplay, so please do not post one-liners. Should players go beyond two weeks without posting, the character will be considered inactive. Should the player ask for an extension prior to the two weeks, an additional week will be granted. Three weeks of no contact, however, will lead to the character being removed from the roster and open to new applicants.
Respect: No godmodding. Control only your own characters. Collaborate with others for conflict between characters. If you have any issues with other players please contact me before starting an argument in the OOC.
Villains: Any villain may be used as part of your story, provided they aren't the iconic nemesis of another player's chosen hero. However, if someone is playing Spider-man and you want to use shocker it's in good taste to shoot them a private message first before using them.
Final Notes:
This is the first roleplaying game I have GM'd for in about 10-15 years, and as such will be learning on the go how to handle things going forward. I would appreciate everyone's patience and assistance to keep things running smoothly and everyone happy.
This game will thrive on collaboration. Think of it as a shared universe writers' room: build your character, tell your story, and leave space for others to join in. GM events will happen every so often, and can include everyone or only a few players at a time. I will always check before starting one of these, I am conscious not to trample on anyone's story.
I will also be looking for a co-GM or two to help organize these events and keep everything running smoothly. I'm not sure when, or even if I will take one on, but please make yourself known if this is something that interests you. My knowledge of comics is deeper than being superficial, but I am not a megafan and would appreciate someone who can come up with interesting events using their knowledge of comic events and villains.
A big thank you to @Lord Wraith for allowing me to use the character sheet below. And another thanks to @Master Bruce for his Ultimate One roleplays that serve as the inspiration for this.
There will be a 48 hour window from when an application is submitted until it is accepted to allow for other players to have the chance to apply for the same character. If I get the chance to review this earlier and spot any changes that need to be made I will private message you seperate from this acceptance window. If I can help with anything please let me know. The acceptance window is a minimum of 24 hours, but a max of 48.
All formatting originates via the work of Lord Wraith
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