[OOC] Fashionably Late: A Crime Thriller Roleplay

[Stormyx]

[Roman]

I'll take "Questions everyone has an answer to but no one will admit out loud" for 500, Alex.

[Lord Wraith]

Jag exclusively watches 80s porn.

With full bush.

[Rockette]

What a man.

[Lord Wraith]

[Rockette]

Jag uses pick up lines like, I was always meant to be a gardener baby.

[Lord Wraith]

Jag uses pick up lines like, I was always meant to be a gardener baby.

@Rockette

More like:

"Are those astronaut pants? Because your ass is out of this world."

[Stormyx]

<Snipped quote by Rockette>

More like:

"Are those astronaut pants? Because your ass is out of this world."

@Lord Wraith

unsure if this increases or decreases the Hayden/Jag fangirl radar by a degree 😂

[Mole]

@Stormyx, Elly doesn’t know who Hayden is and would reciprocate the same politeness. She may try to watch one of his matches but get bored and suffer through the entirety for ann intellectual endeavor. She would be more interested in his personality and how he connects to the world. (Watching a match would then be useful.) 😚

[Roman]

Chad Kroeger says...If Today Was Your Last Day, Tomorrow Was Too Late, Could You Say Goodbye To That Sheet You Didn't Post?

Rockette and I will be posting the final roster tomorrow evening - there's still a chance for you last-minute-Larry's out there to sneak in under the wire!

[Hound55]

Jalen Daniels

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█ ███ ██ █ S U M M A R Y █ ██ ███ █ Jalen Roscoe "J.R" Daniels AGE Twenty eight GENDER Male ETHNICITY/RACE African-American MARTIAL STATUS Single SEXUALITY Heterosexual ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

▅BIOGRAPHY▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ As a young buck, Jalen Daniels could often be found walking the mile and a half to 16th and Susquehanna busting out a seemingly endless stream of dribble moves with his off-hand. He had given verbal intent to go to Cheney… but that was before the HS State Championships. Where his stock skyrocketed, as smaller point guards often could, where the measurables didn’t see them targeted as heavily, and college letters were more contingent on form. Drawing interest from the Kentucky Wildcats, “Point Guard U”, he was left with the decision between staying with the small school, or somewhere in-state like Temple, or going all in on ball as a career. It was barely a decision. He took his “roaddog” Dio Dantley with him to Kentucky University, in a trend where colleges would frequently also take close compatriots of scholarship athletes ‘to ease the transition’ of being far away from family and most friends. He had an easy time in college though. Kentucky was very much a “basketball” college, and he was one of three All-Americans each of his years there. He took to the lifestyle and campus stardom readily. …which was why the Utah Jazz felt he would be able to cope with the move across the country in a professional manner, when their sixth overall pick came around. But what most didn’t see was that Jalen had a more difficult time away from campus and ball. When he went home, he often had his “blackness” brought into question for his decision to bail on HBCU Cheney University, by local critics who had followed his career from his youth. And that was before he was drafted by Utah Jazz… He also had close friends at him about every decision he made – “what’s up with taking Dio, man? I though you and me was cool? What you couldn’t get me in too?” One of whom was indeed one of his very closest friends, from back in the day: Casper Hamilton. And in honesty, Jalen had been torn about his decision at the time. Because whilst Dio was indeed his best friend, and closest – maybe ONLY true confidante – Casper was a close friend too… and was a much better student and more likely to actually be able to handle the academics of going to College and keeping pace (without the additional help athletes often get) with Jalen for the duration of his time at Kentucky. So the pair made a pact. And a plan. And that was how Casper became the first of his friends to know that Jalen Daniels would be declaring for the 2016 Draft. Under the provision that he never tell a soul. If he could do that, when his ticket came up, Jalen was going to do something that would change his life. It never came to light. Even Dio hadn’t known. And that was how Casper came to join the inner circle. …and how Jalen came to start paying for Casper’s college education as he earned a degree in Sports Management at Temple. NBA Rookie Contracts are all at scale. Jalen found himself the cheapest representation possible and the clock started as Casper got to work. Rookie contracts last four years. At an accelerated path, a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management can be achieved in three. Jalen assisted him with startup costs for his own agency as the played “beat the clock” to prepare Casper to represent him in time for his first contract extension. Casper was a hard worker, and smart. They managed to beat the clock and kept the money “in house”. But not all things were smooth sailing. Dio Dantley was shot as an innocent bystander in an incident in mid-season 2020-2021. Jalen got him the best of care, and flew out immediately to PA to be at his side. Leaving the Jazz to explain his absence to the press. Whilst his best friend still clung to life, Jalen swore he’d take care of his family (a mother and Dio’s younger sister Gail), his medical bills, whatever he needed. But money still has limits. He died after a thirty hour struggle. With Dio's passing, the coldness which had started to grip Jalen since he turned pro began to solidify. It;s not that there weren't signs of it before, but with his death the last relationship in his life where the power dynamics weren't completely screwed was gone. The things he most lived for now no longer had value beyond himself. And his goals were all of self-interest. He can now see "the bag" well within his grasp. If he can get that, it will all be worth it. He can change up everything and let loose and lead the exact lifestyle he'd always wanted. Everything and everyone else. The fake smiles. The restrained 'behaviour' standards he'd put on himself temporarily to assure the big payday. If he can ride out a month and a week... at the end of the season, he can finally let loose and get the fuck out. ▅CAREER▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ Jalen Daniels was drafted sixth overall to the Utah Jazz in 2016. He made the All-Rookie team with solid numbers, but it wasn’t until later when he found his feet, that he really established himself as a name in the league. His fourth season in the league, his breakout year, he scraped into the All-NBA Third team. He proved that was not an aberration by making it again two seasons later. The last two seasons he has made the All-NBA Second team, followed by another All-NBA Third team. As he now enters his contract season, those last two All-NBA selections, combined with the fact that he has remained on the Utah Jazz team which drafted him, make him eligible for “the bag” - the NBA “Supermax” Designated Veteran Player Extension this off-season. His initial rookie contract saw him earn a total of just under sixteen million dollars over his whole first four years. If he can remain on the Jazz past February 6, the “Supermax” extension will see him earn just under fifty million dollars next season alone, and progressively more each season (eleven percent annual raises) until his final “player option” season will see him earn just under seventy million. NBA contracts are fully guaranteed. He has been RICH since he came into the league. If he can remain on the Jazz for just over a month he will be WEALTHY. He hates Salt Lake City. And despises Utah. February the 6th is circled on his refrigerator. He finds himself in New York during an away swing now circulating, making connections, possible investment opportunities and putting his face out there for when “the bag” comes. And also possibly acting the big shot for ‘Rook’, and showing Gail a roomful of bigshots to get her out of his business. ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

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▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	CASPER HAMILTON Jalen's agent and now closest friend. Jalen paid to put him through school, and lent him the money to start up his own agency. Facts he very frequently reminds Casper of. His slowly growing agency, 'Downtown... CasH!' currently has eight clients.All on Jalen's recommendation. Another fact that he's not backwards in reminding Casper of. Whilst he never collected or requested a 'finder's fee' (another fact he reminds him of) for any of them. Now why he has never requested or collected a 'finder's fee', is a reason he will never tell Casper...	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	GAIL DANTLEY His late best friend Dio's little sister. One of the two people he swore on Dio's death bed that he'd take care of. Which, probably wasn't mutually understood as 'will sleep with a bunch of times and sling her money when she needs it' but life has a funny way of happening. It's not like he wanted it to happen. He's just... trying to be on his best behaviour, and not hitting up the clubs. And she's around. And sometimes she looks... Look, he's a hungry dog sometimes, alright? And she keeps hanging around. It's her fault for keeping on hanging around. She'll figure out 'take care of' ain't no til death do us part thing, right? 'Specially when he gets the Hell out of Salt Lake City and gets back on that night life... Didn't invite her. Jalen, Casper and Rook 'coincidentally ran into her'... in New York... on the way to the party, and Jalen had an additional plus-one he had no initial intention of using and figured maybe she'd be wowed by someone at the party and it might do the hard job of extricating himself from the situationship he has with her for him, painlessly and with no involvement on his end.
▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	'ROOK' Jalen's first-year teammate who was curious about New York City nightlife, who he has 'taken under his wing' to show him the 'Big City' being trusted by the team, that if he's with the well behaved veteran it should at least keep him out of trouble. His name is Lewis Ward, but Jalen refuses to acknowledge first year player's even have a name. His teammates also tease him and call him 'rookie', but Jalen said "he has no intention of wasting two syllables on him". Very wide eyed about the whole night.	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	BRIAN - (not present at the party) Brian is Jalen's Financial Adviser/Accountant/Legal Adviser. Not to be confused with his agent. Brian isn't particularly close to Jalen. Jalen isn't particularly close to Brian. Their relationship is purely business, and maintaining their mutually beneficial situation. Attending the party was Brian's idea, he's also the one who was able to secure entry passes. Laying the groundwork for Jalen Daniels being 'someone to know' in the lead-up to his next contract extension.

[Sep]

Jalen Daniels

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█ ███ ██ █ S U M M A R Y █ ██ ███ █ Jalen Roscoe "J.R" Daniels AGE Twenty eight GENDER Male ETHNICITY/RACE African-American MARTIAL STATUS Single SEXUALITY Heterosexual ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

▅BIOGRAPHY▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ As a young buck, Jalen Daniels could often be found walking the mile and a half to 16th and Susquehanna busting out a seemingly endless stream of dribble moves with his off-hand. He had given verbal intent to go to Cheney… but that was before the HS State Championships. Where his stock skyrocketed, as smaller point guards often could, where the measurables didn’t see them targeted as heavily, and college letters were more contingent on form. Drawing interest from the Kentucky Wildcats, “Point Guard U”, he was left with the decision between staying with the small school, or somewhere in-state like Temple, or going all in on ball as a career. It was barely a decision. He took his “roaddog” Dio Dantley with him to Kentucky University, in a trend where colleges would frequently also take close compatriots of scholarship athletes ‘to ease the transition’ of being far away from family and most friends. He had an easy time in college though. Kentucky was very much a “basketball” college, and he was one of three All-Americans each of his years there. He took to the lifestyle and campus stardom readily. …which was why the Utah Jazz felt he would be able to cope with the move across the country in a professional manner, when their sixth overall pick came around. But what most didn’t see was that Jalen had a more difficult time away from campus and ball. When he went home, he often had his “blackness” brought into question for his decision to bail on HBCU Cheney University, by local critics who had followed his career from his youth. And that was before he was drafted by Utah Jazz… He also had close friends at him about every decision he made – “what’s up with taking Dio, man? I though you and me was cool? What you couldn’t get me in too?” One of whom was indeed one of his very closest friends, from back in the day: Casper Hamilton. And in honesty, Jalen had been torn about his decision at the time. Because whilst Dio was indeed his best friend, and closest – maybe ONLY true confidante – Casper was a close friend too… and was a much better student and more likely to actually be able to handle the academics of going to College and keeping pace (without the additional help athletes often get) with Jalen for the duration of his time at Kentucky. So the pair made a pact. And a plan. And that was how Casper became the first of his friends to know that Jalen Daniels would be declaring for the 2016 Draft. Under the provision that he never tell a soul. If he could do that, when his ticket came up, Jalen was going to do something that would change his life. It never came to light. Even Dio hadn’t known. And that was how Casper came to join the inner circle. …and how Jalen came to start paying for Casper’s college education as he earned a degree in Sports Management at Temple. NBA Rookie Contracts are all at scale. Jalen found himself the cheapest representation possible and the clock started as Casper got to work. Rookie contracts last four years. At an accelerated path, a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management can be achieved in three. Jalen assisted him with startup costs for his own agency as the played “beat the clock” to prepare Casper to represent him in time for his first contract extension. Casper was a hard worker, and smart. They managed to beat the clock and kept the money “in house”. But not all things were smooth sailing. Dio Dantley was shot as an innocent bystander in an incident in mid-season 2020-2021. Jalen got him the best of care, and flew out immediately to PA to be at his side. Leaving the Jazz to explain his absence to the press. Whilst his best friend still clung to life, Jalen swore he’d take care of his family (a mother and Dio’s younger sister Gail), his medical bills, whatever he needed. But money still has limits. He died after a thirty hour struggle. With Dio's passing, the coldness which had started to grip Jalen since he turned pro began to solidify. It;s not that there weren't signs of it before, but with his death the last relationship in his life where the power dynamics weren't completely screwed was gone. The things he most lived for now no longer had value beyond himself. And his goals were all of self-interest. He can now see "the bag" well within his grasp. If he can get that, it will all be worth it. He can change up everything and let loose and lead the exact lifestyle he'd always wanted. Everything and everyone else. The fake smiles. The restrained 'behaviour' standards he'd put on himself temporarily to assure the big payday. If he can ride out a month and a week... at the end of the season, he can finally let loose and get the fuck out. ▅CAREER▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ Jalen Daniels was drafted sixth overall to the Utah Jazz in 2016. He made the All-Rookie team with solid numbers, but it wasn’t until later when he found his feet, that he really established himself as a name in the league. His fourth season in the league, his breakout year, he scraped into the All-NBA Third team. He proved that was not an aberration by making it again two seasons later. The last two seasons he has made the All-NBA Second team, followed by another All-NBA Third team. As he now enters his contract season, those last two All-NBA selections, combined with the fact that he has remained on the Utah Jazz team which drafted him, make him eligible for “the bag” - the NBA “Supermax” Designated Veteran Player Extension this off-season. His initial rookie contract saw him earn a total of just under sixteen million dollars over his whole first four years. If he can remain on the Jazz past February 6, the “Supermax” extension will see him earn just under fifty million dollars next season alone, and progressively more each season (eleven percent annual raises) until his final “player option” season will see him earn just under seventy million. NBA contracts are fully guaranteed. He has been RICH since he came into the league. If he can remain on the Jazz for just over a month he will be WEALTHY. He hates Salt Lake City. And despises Utah. February the 6th is circled on his refrigerator. He finds himself in New York during an away swing now circulating, making connections, possible investment opportunities and putting his face out there for when “the bag” comes. And also possibly acting the big shot for ‘Rook’, and showing Gail a roomful of bigshots to get her out of his business. ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

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▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	CASPER HAMILTON Jalen's agent and now closest friend. Jalen paid to put him through school, and lent him the money to start up his own agency. Facts he very frequently reminds Casper of. His slowly growing agency, 'Downtown... CasH!' currently has eight clients.All on Jalen's recommendation. Another fact that he's not backwards in reminding Casper of. Whilst he never collected or requested a 'finder's fee' (another fact he reminds him of) for any of them. Now why he has never requested or collected a 'finder's fee', is a reason he will never tell Casper...	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	GAIL DANTLEY His late best friend Dio's little sister. One of the two people he swore on Dio's death bed that he'd take care of. Which, probably wasn't mutually understood as 'will sleep with a bunch of times and sling her money when she needs it' but life has a funny way of happening. It's not like he wanted it to happen. He's just... trying to be on his best behaviour, and not hitting up the clubs. And she's around. And sometimes she looks... Look, he's a hungry dog sometimes, alright? And she keeps hanging around. It's her fault for keeping on hanging around. She'll figure out 'take care of' ain't no til death do us part thing, right? 'Specially when he gets the Hell out of Salt Lake City and gets back on that night life... Didn't invite her. Jalen, Casper and Rook 'coincidentally ran into her'... in New York... on the way to the party, and Jalen had an additional plus-one he had no initial intention of using and figured maybe she'd be wowed by someone at the party and it might do the hard job of extricating himself from the situationship he has with her for him, painlessly and with no involvement on his end.
▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	'ROOK' Jalen's first-year teammate who was curious about New York City nightlife, who he has 'taken under his wing' to show him the 'Big City' being trusted by the team, that if he's with the well behaved veteran it should at least keep him out of trouble. His name is Lewis Ward, but Jalen refuses to acknowledge first year player's even have a name. His teammates also tease him and call him 'rookie', but Jalen said "he has no intention of wasting two syllables on him". Very wide eyed about the whole night.	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	BRIAN - (not present at the party) Brian is Jalen's Financial Adviser/Accountant/Legal Adviser. Not to be confused with his agent. Brian isn't particularly close to Jalen. Jalen isn't particularly close to Brian. Their relationship is purely business, and maintaining their mutually beneficial situation. Attending the party was Brian's idea, he's also the one who was able to secure entry passes. Laying the groundwork for Jalen Daniels being 'someone to know' in the lead-up to his next contract extension.

@Hound55

Looks like you're... Fashionably late.

[Hound55]

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Looks like you're... Fashionably late.

@Colonel Sep

Some call it "inconsiderate", I call it "understanding the assignment perfectly".

[CollectorOfMyst]

Nepo Baby

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▅BIOGRAPHY▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ Freddie's early life was very carefully controlled. Much like the other children of the rich and the elite, there was a blend of restricted personal life, and rehearsed public appearances. His schools were private; his tutoring, even more so. And acting out was not allowed. Son of the heartthrob pop star Percy Ashford and queen of the red carpet Jean Averill, there were always going to be... expectations. Thirty years ago, they were the power couple that ruled the Hollywood spotlight - the awards show winners, the humanitarian aid advocates, the media darlings. You know what they say about killing your darlings. The divorce was messy. Scandalous. Public. And the press jumped on it like jackals. There wasn't a gossip rag that didn't cover it - and it was hot news for weeks as the court case carried on and on. Old interviews were dragged back into the limelight. Private correspondence was leaked. Past colleagues and present friends were interrogated for any shred of drama. Then there was the crash. The official release from Ashford's estate was that it was a tragic accident. There were rumours, of course. Some said that he had been trying to evade the press - others claimed that he had drugs in his system. All Freddie knew was that he was suddenly surrounded by lawyers and agents who were insisting on handling everything for him. The press release. His inheritance. The funeral. And his mother? His mother aged. Wrinkles, grey hairs. Things that Hollywood can't abide. Things that journalists brought up whenever they raked her back across the coals. Her crown passed on, to the next young, pretty thing. She was still a star, still on the red carpet, still beloved by many - but aging gracefully wasn't enough. And Hollywood is quietly cruel to those women who aren't enough. So Freddie learned the lesson. He put on a carefully crafted mask - friendly, personable, polite. He sealed the cracks. Gave the press enough to satisfy, but not enough to grab hold. Didn't act out. There would be no scandals, no mistakes. No jackals. ▅CAREER▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ Officially, Freddie's an actor. A few minor appearances, then a role in a high school drama series. And, as an adult, he slowly racked up movie credits until he landed the starring role in the summer's blockbuster romcom. That set the trend for the majority of his roles since. He's pretty sure teenage girls and single mothers make up the majority of his fanbase. Some people call his success nepotism - many directors he works under now, his mother worked with back in the day. And, well, Freddie doesn't disagree. None of the roles he's had are ones he would have chosen for himself. Good stories, but nothing revolutionary. Because that's what's good. That's what's safe. If you ask what Freddie thinks his job actually is? He shows up. At the talk shows, the football games, the art galleries, the parties. His mother - his manager - makes sure of it. That he's someone everybody knows, that everybody invites, that everybody wants to call a friend. He doesn't drink too much, he doesn't wear outlandish outfits - the most scandalous thing he's done, in the public eye? An underwear ad. He creates buzz, without being dangerous. Which is how he and Lucy got together. They've been in multiple projects together, and they formed an easy friendship. Their off-screen camaraderie and on-screen chemistry quickly sparked rumours, and Freddie's mother proposed that they lean into it - drum up interest in their most recent films. A couple of staged public photos to stir up the fans. An interview where they denied anything, but cast shy glances at each other. It's a game they play - a joke they say they're laughing at. 'The on-screen romance was real!'. A cage that they trapped themselves in, more like. The ball kept rolling from there. Generating just enough buzz with every movie one of them stars in, every red-carpet photo op. They've been living together for the past four years. Nobody else gets to know the truth. ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

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JEAN AVERILL Jean has mostly retired from the spotlight, now operating her own talent agency, and despite having people assigned to him, she spends a lot of time operating as her son's personal manager. In the shadow of that spotlight, the pressure of her expectations fell on Freddie. It's unclear if it's bitterness towards the industry, or if she's desperate to protect him from the same fall from grace that she had. There is warmth there, still, but it conflicts with his growing resentment of her grasp on his life.

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LUCY MASON Freddie's best friend, and to the world, his girlfriend. A rising starlet in her own right. She doesn't have the family history or the rich parents he does, but she's got parts of her life she'd like to keep private, which is why she agreed to date Freddie. In public, she's the perfect girlfriend, sweet, attentive, but not possessive - in private, they complain to each other about difficult work days, eat food they're not supposed to, and watch bad movies with a bottle of wine between them.

Sheet done! Not entirely happy with it, but I think that I've at least given it my best shot.

[Taka]

The Champ

█ ADRIAN MATA'AFA

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█ ███ ██ █ S U M M A R Y █ ██ ███ █ ADRIAN MATA'AFA AGE Thirty GENDER Male ETHNICITY/RACE Samoan MARTIAL STATUS Married (Separated) SEXUALITY Bisexual ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

▅BIOGRAPHY▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ As a young kid in Compton, Adrian began life in extreme duress. Known for its gang violence, and high rates of homicide, Compton had Adrian's family in a chokehold, constantly pulling them into a life of violence. With his mother working two jobs, he spent most of his time with his father, a member of the Piru Bloods. Piru Bloods were a prominent gang in Compton, keeping Adrian's father busy but also Adrian would end up meeting other children of gang members that he would come to call friends. He would see the violence that his father was apart of, spurring him on to follow in his father's footsteps. Following in his father's foot steps, he'd get into fights, and talk about the gang as if it was family. This was the example set by those around him and Adrian only knew this life, struggling every day for a meal, watching his mother stressed and his father in and out of the home. Eventually the life would catch up to his father, never making it home one night, found shot in the middle of the street. Only 13 when his father was murdered, this one act of violence would end up changing Adrian's life for the worse and for the better. The gang would end up recruiting the son of the recently murdered, happy to use Adrian's gifts for their own ends. Like his father before him, the boy sat at 6'0" and fit the stereotype of Samoans being notoriously big and powerful individuals. Enlisted by the gang, Adrian was given a gun and sent to get revenge for his father's murder. The task was easy enough, catching the suspected killer outside his home, playing with his child. For a moment it seemed like Adrian would pull that trigger, ending not only that man's life but his own. Instead he hesitated, emotion flaring as the confrontation grew louder and louder until the police finally arrived to take him into custody. Adrian's trial would go unheard by the public at large, ending in a guilty verdict and a sentence of 2 years in a juvenile detention center plus a half a year of probation. Those two years would be the roughest time of his life, having to fight to protect himself, keeping himself solitary from the other youth as a way to keep himself out of trouble. His mother would rarely visit, a disdain for her son and the life he chose. Upon his exit of the Juvenile facility, the most unlikely person would show up, his uncle Anthony Mata'afa. This is the part where the for better would begin. ▅CAREER▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ Instead of harping upon the boy, Anthony would end up enrolling young Adrian into boxing at his gym, giving the boy an outlet for his anger and a way to keep himself off the streets. Those gangs didn't care about him nor his wellbeing which helped him see just how much he nearly messed up his life. Boxing would call to him, showcasing a natural talent that many took notice of. Soon enough Adrian would decide that he wanted to go into the amateurs after nearly knocking out an experienced amateur that was soon to make his pro debut. Adrian's first amateur match was a work of art, beating his opponent in only three rounds. The moment that Adrian turned 18, his pro career would begin. After many years going undefeated on the amateur circuit, there was a level of hype surrounding the boy that was only reserved for a few notable boxers in history. He would end up living up to that hype and more, continuing his undefeated streak in his first handful of matches. Fame would follow the wins, leading to the meeting of his future wife and famous actress Dianna King and coach/best friend Marcus Graves. Fame would rapidly grow around the now world famous boxer, leading to him pursuing the Undisputed Heavyweight Championship, and eventually winning that title in a dominant performance. The first Samoan to ever hold the title brought a level of prestige that not even Adrian was prepared for. Soon would come the partying, wild expenditures, and adventuring across the planet. Though his greatest achievement would be the birth of his daughter, a joy greater than any belt could provide him. As the Undisputed Champ, Adrian would exude a level of cool and calm that many latched onto, seeing him as a people's champion, making sure to always give back except for the community he was born in. There would always be contention to how he treated his former home of Compton, California but it couldn't overshadow his accomplishments. Underneath that demeanor he presented was a silent rage from his past that had gotten him into trouble a few times and sued by a fan once before. This life would soon take a toll on the Champ. Before his most recent defense, a back injury would plague the champ, an injury of such magnitude that the doctors intended for him to be out of action for seven months. Instead Adrian would make it back in action in only four, something most people would consider a miracle but not completely out of the realm of possibility. Everyone would come up with many conclusions for why he was able to return so soon and there seemed to be issues leading up to his defense but one thing for sure was that he passed his pre-fight and post-fight drug tests. He head proved once again why he was a generational talent and not much could ruin his career...for now. ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔

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▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	Dianna King Dianna met Adrian when he was 20 and has stayed by his side ever since. From the day they met, love blossomed, leading to a relationship that secure and comforting for both individuals. She has pursued the theater and the big screen for most of her life, ending up securing her place Hollywood as a renown actress excelling in the category of drama. Exuding kindness, compassion, and understanding, Dianna can embody roles that are direct opposites to her personality. Currently she stands at odds with her husband, separated from him due to his own actions.	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	Marcus Graves A former journeyman in his own professional career, Marcus would soon retire young due to injury, and realize that he had a talent as a coach. This talent would land him the role as head coach for Adrian, helping him to win every title fight of his career. Despite his looks, he's known to be a bit abrasive, and a notorious alcoholic. He's Adrian's best friend, godfather to Adrian's daughter, and always looking forward instead wallowing in the past. He's a good man shrouded by a negative public image.
▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	Brianna "Bri" Mata'afa At only six years old, Bri does not have much going on in her life, still learning how the world works and how to count to ten without using her fingers. She is diagnosed as autistic level 2 and is as functional as any other child her age, needing a little more attention than others. Rambunctious, cheery, with a little attitude, she aspires to be like her dad.	▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔	. .

[Roman]

Cast Announcement!

Thank you everybody for your interest in the game - it's been great seeing all the applications and reading through your wonderful sheets! As promised, today is deadline day; and without further delay, alongside mine and @Rockette's characters, we're pleased to confirm the starting roster. Per the disclaimer at the top of the thread, there were players with priority slots, and they are as follows:

@Stormyx as Hayden Fenwick, "The Fighter"
@Melissa as Scarlett Wren, "The Influencer"
@Lord Wraith as Jag, "The Rockstar"
@Qia as Cozy Rosie, "The Streamer"
@Hound55 as Jalen Daniels, "The Athlete"

Beyond our priority players, Rockette are I are also pleased to welcome some fresh faces into the fold!

@Mole as Eleanor Hill, "The Author"
@Xandrya as Anna Svensson, "The Princess"
@Sleepy Tani as Charles Aponte, "The Founder"

We landed at a nice even 10; apologies to those who didn't make it - it's not personal! Every applicant was wonderful; we just had a lot to weigh up. If at any point we look to expand, we'll make sure you're the first to know.

With this announcement I'm also excited to confirm the IC is now live! The party's started and you're all invited.

Looking forward to your posts!

[Sep]

Cast Announcement!

Thank you everybody for your interest in the game - it's been great seeing all the applications and reading through your wonderful sheets! As promised, today is deadline day; and without further delay, alongside mine and @Rockette's characters, we're pleased to confirm the starting roster. Per the disclaimer at the top of the thread, there were players with priority slots, and they are as follows:

@Stormyx as Hayden Fenwick, "The Fighter"
@Melissa as Scarlett Wren, "The Influencer"
@Lord Wraith as Jag, "The Rockstar"
@Qia as Cozy Rosie, "The Streamer"
@Hound55 as Jalen Daniels, "The Athlete"

Beyond our priority players, Rockette are I are also pleased to welcome some fresh faces into the fold!

@Mole as Eleanor Hill, "The Author"
@Xandrya as Anna Svensson, "The Princess"
@Sleepy Tani as Charles Aponte, "The Founder"

We landed at a nice even 10; apologies to those who didn't make it - it's not personal! Every applicant was wonderful; we just had a lot to weigh up. If at any point we look to expand, we'll make sure you're the first to know.

With this announcement I'm also excited to confirm the IC is now live! The party's started and you're all invited.

Looking forward to your posts!

@Roman

[CollectorOfMyst]

Honestly, it's been so long since I've done a character sheet I'm glad I got it done in time! Wishing you guys all the best in your story

[Stormyx]

Great stuff to wake up to and a fantastic opener to the RP already! Looking forward to getting started. 🕺

[Sleepy Tani]

Thank you! I'm excited to write with you all. 😊 Excellent starter for the RP.

I wanted to wait until I was certain that I made the final cast, but @Stormyx I enjoyed Hayden’s thoughts on everyone! Charles likes to help individuals that are well known with the media, along with charities, to help keep up appearances. I'd imagine that if he doesn't already know who Hayden is and about his rotor cuff injury, if they get to talking and he learns about it he'd likely mention he has a branch at LUCENT dedicated to medical advancements, and that he could connect him with his doctors to see if they can eventually get him back in the ring... under LUCENT sponsorship, of course. 😌 (And Jonah would 100% be wondering if he could also take Hayden out in the ring.)