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Everblight
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- Character Sheet -
-Name/Aliases-
Panax
-Sex-
Male
-Age-
Mid thirties
-Appearance-
Panax is covered head to toe in black robes.
-Personality-
Panax is not one to beat around the bush, he says what he means when he means it. However he is not harsh of voice, much the opposite he is able to caress the ear with gentle words but there is always a bite behind them. Softly spoken death threats are his specialty and those who have not heeded them have learnt the hard way that Panax only answers to Baal.
Panax is strangely protective of his closer associates, the grunts whom he sends to pillage and wreak havoc he couldn't care less about but the few that have proven themselves to be useful he is keen to keep around. Naturally Panax is mostly protective of his master Baal, nobody is allowed to see the great necromancer and only Panax is worthy of an audience with the man when he is given his orders.
-History-
Pannax has always been waiting for the moment in his life when he truly feels great. People will fear him, they will know his name and nobody would dare cross him. It took years for him to harden both his mind and his body before that day came, constantly shot down and rejected by society he was on the verge of giving up. On one fateful day however, in he black mountains of Olc Cairn Pannax was in the right place at the right time.
He witnessed the coming of the one they call Baal. A great necromancer of untold power that had somehow clawed his way from the desolate prison that currently holds Duv below. Nobody knows how this once conjurer escaped the plane of Ifreann, but many are sure to feel his wrath as he seeks revenge against those that sent him in the first place.
Panax now acts as the mouth and second in command to Baal. He distributes the orders and takes the responsibilities for the cults actions.
-Equipment-
Panax carries two small blades upon his person to protect himself if the rare need arises. The blades are curved and very sharp, not designed to deal killing blows instantly they cut incredibly deep, often to bone.
Panax also has a couple of leather pouches in which his keeps his supplies. Food, small implements that he finds useful and sometimes berries or other edible substances which humans would do well to stay away from.
-Faction-
The mouth and second in command of Baal the Necromancer.
-Magic-
Panax was 'blessed' by his master Baal in the form of a magic. In return for his never-ending loyalty and service Baal saw fit to bestow the power of necrosis upon Panax. With a grasp of his hand Panax is able to curse another with fast-acting necrosis, a horrifying ability that is usually only deployed for the adamant non-believers or Baal, people to be made an example of.
-Skills-
Panax is a linguist, nobody expects a man of such liabilities to be intelligent but he has proven himself so. Able to stir a crowd, or at least a crowd of miscreants and vagabonds Panax can make very convincing arguments be it via death threats or suitable rewards.
Whilst Panax will be the first to admit he is not nearly the most skilled fighter in Enduwin but he has experience with his selected weapons. Normally able to send other men to do his bidding the one regret Panax has is never being on the front line, whilst he understands his place and he knows the place of his men he still hungers for the primal lust of fighting.
Panax has almost grown as famous as Baal himself, one reason being his indomitable spirit. Cut beaten and scarred Panax has the endurance of an Ox and through the tails he has spun many believe him to be gifted by Baal in the form of an immortal body. This fact is untrue but sometimes it seems so when he is faced with difficult situations.
Panax is a proficient user of poisons. Often making his own concoctions he understands the natural world and the ways in which certain plants or animals defend themselves. Whilst it isn't often he gets to put his knowledge into practice Panax is always searching for someone to step out of line for him to test his new formulas on.
- Name -
Natan Koenig
- Age -
42
- Job -
Ship Physician and Doctor
- Appearance -
- Personality -
Dr. Koenig is a very smart man and he doesn't shy away from telling that to others, it sometimes gets to his head however and he begins to speak incredibly sarcastically to those he believes won't understand anything technical. Having said that Natan is very small and frail and at the slightest note of a threat he backs down and becomes the nicest man on the ship.
Dr. Koenig is generally stationed on the ship during missions and awaits the teams return with whoever has been inadvertently shot up. He keeps this ship in check and is generally in contact with the team via the ships communications whilst they are out and about. Natan loves this time he has alone on the ship as he doesn't have to put up with the large oafs or dirty thugs and when he isn't in the immediate vicinity of the team he can say whatever he likes.
When Natan is called to do his job however his demeanor changes. He becomes incredibly focused and all his sarcasm and doubt diminish as he completely applies himself to the situation. He is incredibly capable and thankfully, with a fully stocked medical station on the ship he is highly successful at healing and recuperating the team after mission.
- Specialties -
- Biological knowledge
- Medical practitioner
- Highly Intelligent
- Shortcomings -
- Weak
- Annoying and sarcastic
- Pacifist
- History -
Natan Koenig was born in the Urius sector, a cluster of small planets that are close to their sun. Natan was raised on the furthest planet in the sector, only one of two which is actually livable as its distance from the star allows the surface to drop to survivable temperatures.
Born into a high standing family Natan was already destined for the grandiose and majestic life. To be the personal physician to the most famous people, to serve the high ranking officials of the Terra sector. This was always his dream and as such he was sent to what is largely believed to be the most prominent learning center in the galaxy.
The moon of Titan was inhabited centuries ago and has developed into an incredibly diverse and utilized world. It has become somewhat of a 'snobby' place in which only the best of the best live and as such the Titan institute of knowledge or T.I.K was founded and advertised as the one place to send the youth of the future. Natan studied for years at T.I.K and finally graduated with honors, allowing him to become a fine doctor and follow his dreams.
Unfortunately for Natan things did not turn out so successfully for him. Whilst upon a transport ship a terrible encounter with pirates happened to cross paths with the convoy. Natan found himself in captivity by these pirates with them knowing he was worth more than the rest he was kept alive. Thankfully the captivity was short-lived as his family back home had the sway to assign some rather horrible men themselves to get their beloved Natan back. It was at this point that Natan met the captain.
Natan was saved however the crew of the Orion were demolished only a few survived. Dr. Koenig was taken home by the sole survivors of the encounter and when they reached the Urius sector an uncomfortable air arose. The captain of the Orion was not happy, he did not now the extent of the situation and the fact that cut-throat pilots were to blame and who he would have to tackle to complete his contract, a consequence of this misinformation he demanded a higher payment than what was agreed however the family could not pay such a steep price.
It was in this moment that Natan made his worst mistake, he offered to be a part time crew member aboard the Orion, at least until new people were found in return for the extra payment the Captain desired. Koenig was a very established physician, the Orion would surely be the first bounty hunter ship to hold such a prestigious person as a crew member and as such the captain agreed to the offer, much to Natans horror.
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Everblight
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- Alias -
'Great White' or simply just 'White'
- House -
Don in the Shen-Weiss house
- Age -
45
- Gender -
Male
- Appearance -
- Height -
6'2"
- Weight -
255lbs
- Hair Colour -
Grey
- Eye Colour -
Blue
- Personality Traits -
Calm and collected - White has seen almost everything and nothing in M-33 has ever shocked him, as such he is incredibly calm and is slow to anger. Seen as a strength it allows White to think about the situation with a clear head and get the job done.
Intimidating - White is quite the giant. Being six foot two and over two hundred and fifty pounds is a good start but the great white is mostly feared because of the stories, stories of what he has done to others that haven't exactly agreed with him.
Organised - White has the mind of a businessman, his appearance is somewhat of a throw off as he is smarter and quicker to understand than most would predict.
- Criminal Expertise -
Intimidation and interrogation.
Diplomatic
Blackmail
Don't owe him a favor
- Biography -
- Name -
Natan Kasparov
- Gender -
Male
- Age -
42
- Personality -
Natan is an incredibly driven person, when faced with a problem he does not believe in doing 'enough' but rather prefers to completely immerse himself in whatever it is he is trying to solve and analyse it from every perceivable angle before tackling it head on. He has been criticized for this many times as it normally takes longer than is appropriate but no one can argue with Natans results.
Generally alone Natan does find it difficult to communicate effectively with others, many physicians and so called 'experts' have constantly labeled Natan as slightly autistic or having a touch of Aspergers. Whilst this does explain his social awkwardness and to some degree his brilliance Natan much prefers to be considered a normal person, no different than anyone else.
- Biography -
Born in Russia but raised in England Natan escaped the difficulties of his homeland and was allowed to grow under the eye of his Grandfather, his mother died at childbirth and his father was responsible for bringing him to England, being a scientist in Russia he did not wish the same life for his son, unfortunately Natans father is constantly working and climbing the social ladder in the upper echelons of the Oxford elite, leaving Natan under the careful eye of his aforementioned grandfather.
Whilst his Father doesn't have much time for his son, Natans guardian has always been aware of the simple yet excellent mind his grandson had. Playing Chess from an early age it was not such a stretch to call him a prodigy, having the mind that saw the simple paths easily was the stepping stone to Natans later success, he grew ever more excited by the more convoluted and difficult problems he faced unraveling the mysteries and layers upon layers of tricks and red herrings until he was rewarded with the truth.
Now middle-aged Natan is incredibly intelligent, he writes papers and is often asked to hold lectures, something he is rarely able to do due to his stage fright and social unease. He is a recognized scholar though and whilst it is not seen as the easiest task many great minds strive to work with him.
- Path -
Lux, Divine Watchmaker
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- Kharal Desert Pirates -
- History -
The Kharal desert pirates have been a scourge on Outremer for years now, hold up in the dunes of the desert somewhere between Edessa and Babylon they mostly live underground where they can shade themselves from the sun and keep their water cool.
The desert band were named the Kharal in honor of their founder and leader for many years Joen Kharal. Since those times the group has found times hard and wealth scarce but with the new plans the governments are putting in place they have a chance. Digging quickly became their primary practice once they became aware of the magna-trains that ran betwixt the two cities they were situated, and more promising the new water pipeline that was under construction
- Operation -
The Kharal pirates are quickly becoming notorious and as a result the governments actions to stop them are getting slowly more aggressive. In response the Kharal now cover themselves in metal plates rusted and roughened by the blowing sand over the dunes. Their clothes are stained an orange-brown and they always wear helmets to prevent the sand from getting into their eyes or mouth.
The operation the Kharal have going isn't looked upon kindly, they are in the business of stealing the water traveling to Babylon from Edessa in an attempt to sell it to the local shanty towns for extortionate prices often making themselves a lot of money. Using their jackhammers and a couple heavy machines they are capable of digging through rock and sand to get to the precious underground pipelines and railways. Originally they had to hitch a ride on the magna-trains, an incredibly difficult task that saw many of their kind killed or caught as it was impossible to get off the train until it stopped they had to ride it all the way to Babylon and make their way back, such is the scarcity and price of water out in the desert.
Now however with the building of the pipelines the Kharal have all but given up on the magna-trains and are now focusing on these new lifelines to Babylon. Being able to crack open a pipe and take as much water as they need is a major step up as with the millions of gallons pumped through it is hardly noticeable and they have a much safer way of making a living. However the governments are still aware of the Kharal and their willingness to access these new pipelines and have been known to send out security teams to access points they believe to be threatened or compromised.
The Kharal play a deadly game and that's the reason for the orange rusted armour they still wear, but it sure is one way to make a living
The Kharal are quite an involved society, they have a ranking system to keep things formal and to make sure people know there place during operations but it is largely a way of organizing their efforts. In reality the group is very sociable and everyone has a 'Scratch my back and I'll scratch yours' attitude, such is the result from their occupation
- Name -
Natan Kasparov
- Titles -
Gorgon
- Team -
Helix
- Gender -
Male
- Age -
33
- Position -
Asylum
- Specialty -
Sniffer
- Style -
Vocem + Sigillum
- Asylum Code -
XVII (17) tattooed onto his tongue
- Weapons -
Natans most prized weapons are his two Eskrima battons. Two fore-arm length metal poles that have a certain 'ding' to them when striking people. Deceivingly plain looking his two blunt weapons have a small hollow compartment in the bottoms of each pole in which is situated a small battery system which can spark a quick but powerful charge of electricity through the metal, obviously an extension to his Alchemy this secret allows Natan to catch his victims of guard and they are often used to escape from tight situations.
- Alchemy specialization -
Electricity manipulation - Natan is capable of bending electricity to his will. He can direct its flow and build up significant volts to discharge bolts similar to lightning. Whats more knowing the intricacies of human biology Natan has devised a particularly devilish technique in which he is able to manipulate the electrical signals sent to and from the brain to extraneous nerves, this is what has earnt him the nickname of 'Gorgon' as he has on more than one occasion forcibly frozen people like stone by blocking the signals from the brain, effectively paralyzing his target.
- Appearance -
Originally hailing from Ukraine-Russia, Natan has rather sharp facial features. A long slightly curved nose flanked by high cheek bones and a square jaw that sits atop a slender neck. His eyes blue and hair dark brown that wisps just below his ears and rests halfway down the back of his neck. He has been described as handsome but he has little interest in his looks. His skin is slightly toned dark but has a rather waxy texture to it much like paper.
Not known to smile often Natan doesn't have many wrinkles of dimples but he has quite pronounced stress lines across his forehead, no doubt put there by his years of eyebrow raising in disappointment.
In terms of his stature Natan is quite tall nearly reaching six foot one. He is slender but muscular and well toned as he likes to keep himself fit considering what his work has thrown at him in the past. His long spindly fingers are bony and harsh on the eyes whilst his board shoulders give him a lofty look of self interested businessman.
Natan is also as you might assume not a stickler for fashion. Whilst not giving much thought to his appearance he still prefers to keep a professional tone as he believes it helps when approaching others who might not quite yet know whom they are speaking to.
He wears long pin stripe trousers and black loafer shoes to boot, his long grey tench-coat is normally left open to the elements revealing the black waistcoat that lays upon the majority of his white shirt. When Natan is forced into more active situations he has no problem dropping his coat or altering his clothing to help himself physically.
- Personality -
Natan is incredibly focused on his work, his job and his life as an Asylum has consumed him to the point of obsession as he refrains from the niceties of company such as small talk. He is a Sniffer and as such is always on the look out for the next clue, the next part of the puzzle. More often than not he is capable of connecting the dots and unraveling the task but before him. Sometimes he is criticized however on the point that once Natan has supposedly 'solved' a mystery or at least completed the puzzle that he had initially set out to do he rapidly looses interest in the subject, on more than one occasion this has led him to employ others to do the final dirty work for him once he has done the hard part, or so he would explain.
On a similar note on major flaw in Natans character is when a clue or a vital piece of information eludes him for one reason or another. If said piece of the puzzle were to stop him from completing his task he gets an incredibly rough demeanor and gets ever more focused and obsessed on the job at hand. Being rather hard to work with in these circumstances many just leave him to it as once he has built a grudge he is more than happy and capable of following out every job that needs to be done.
Natan has a very distinct way of showing that he is relaxed and has nothing particular troubling his mind and that is his witty barbs. It isn't often when he isn't working but on those rare occasions he inadvertently lets people know through heavy use of sarcasm and joking. Many think this is when Natan is most relaxed and laid back but they could not be further from the truth as whilst his personality changes his mind does not, he is constantly looking for another puzzle to solve and as such is capable of noticing even the most minute of details when he is like this.
- History -
(To be completed)
- Other -
N/A
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- Shikai -
Nagashi, Aobozu (Sink, Blue Priest)
- Shikai skills -
1 - The blade is encapsulated in water that circulates its surface at extreme speed, this makes the water violent and capable of abrasive attacks. Whats more the water on the blade can be manipulated to almost change the shape of the blade allowing Irako to adapt to different situations. (Think Terminator 2 bad guy who is liquid metal)
2 - The water around the blade glows and sinks into the metal. Irako fights as if normal however when he strikes and cuts his opponent water shoots out from the blade violently at an incredibly high pressure ripping and tearing apart the inside of what is cut.
3 - Irako can also point his sword towards his opponent to allow a jet of water to extend from the blade. Whipping from side to side this allows a much greater range for his attacks as the water jet sharpens and is capable of cutting what he whips.
- Bankai -
Bankai. Kuiiruyōni Hoerutsuki, Aobozu(Final release. Devour the howling moon, Blue Priest)
-Bankai Abilities -
The water across the blade steams and explodes in evaporation creating a thick mist in the immediate area. Whilst in this mist Irako can control the water vapor in the most subtle way. He can create feint shapes allowing him to trick opponents, however its true ability is the manipulation of osmosis, allowing him to forcibly drain or increase the mount of water in any object that is within the mist.
Sai kasō min no tate (Pariah's Shield)
Sai kasō min (Pariah)
Akumu no ori (To weave nightmares)
Arashi no kami (God of Storms)
Kumon no kami (God of Affliction/Anguish)
Giman no kami (God of deception)
Karappohaka no kami (God of empty graves)
Hai no umare (Born of Ashes)
Himitsumori (Keeper of Secrets)
Renkinjutsushi (Alchemist): Renkinjutsushi resembles a regular Katana. It's Ito (wrapping) is white with a slightly extended Tsuka (handle). The Tsuba (Guard) is a steel triangle with a moulded lotus on it. It is generally put into the Kido ability category.
Shikai: Sorasu, Renkinjutsushi (Bend, Alchemist) (Ren-kin-jut-soo-shi)
Shikai Abilities: Renkinjutsushi's Shikai ability is to materialize or create Electrons and force them to bond with Atoms changing an elements electrical charge. Nobunaga can charge the atoms around his sword easily, an object he stabs charges and effects the entirety of its physical boundaries. Renkinjutsushi can also target a specific area in an object to charge. For instance, one of his favorite techniques is when his blade makes contact with another he will charge the fluid used for balance encased in the inner ear. This means all the atoms in the fluid begin to repel each other, causing violent flow as it tries to expand. As well as causing pain, this leaves the opponent completely off balance until the effect stops, when Renkinjutsushi is sealed again.
Bankai Abilities: Nobunaga's Bankai is a step above his Shikai, as well as letting him create Electrons he can now create Protons and Neutrons meaning he can change the atomic number of an atom completely changing it's element. This ability is bound by the same restrictions his Shikai is, meaning his sword must touch the object or a connecting object to his target.
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-Name-
Hoippu, Shukumeikaze (Whip, Fated-Wind)
-Appearance-
Yuto's Shikai takes the form of a Rapier sword with a shell guard protecting the pommel.
-Abilities-
Shukumeikaze is an incredibly light and thin sword, this means that Yuto has to dodge the majority of the time as he does not block with his sword. However this makes Yuto's attacks incredibly quick and near impossible to dodge if he is accurate enough.
The blade is also incredibly difficult to track, Yuto is able to gently waft the blade from side to side as it's pointed towards his opponent, this creates almost an illusion effect as it looks like multiple blades appear confusing the opponent as to which one will actually strike. His sword does not do incredible amounts of damage due to it's thin blade but it is accurate and can make an opponent bleed out faster than most.
Shukumeikaze however is a wind type Zanpakuto, and has abilities according to this. Utilizing the wind it can throw out blasts of razor sharp wind depending on which attack Yuto calls out.
1. Foil - With this command Yuto thrusts his sword forward quickly creating a small bolt of wind to shoot from the tip of the weapon, this bolt can pierce through most materials and although will not cause massive damage it will travel straight through objects.
2. Saber - This is a cutting attack in which Yuto whips his sword across his body, this creates a crescent blade of wind that can slice through objects as easily as a sword can.
3. Épée - This is one of Yuto's more dangerous techniques as it is very hard to see it coming and can throw the opponent off very easily. Normally used when he is attacked head on Yuto points his sword downwards, towards the ground as he dodges the incoming blade if he is successful he quickly flicks his sword upwards causing small spines of wind to fire up the opponents body, while these small blades do not cause a lot of damage they can completely throw the opponent off focus when the blades hit their face, cutting and slicing at their skin. Forced to shut their eyes this technique is usually followed up by quick thrusts to the opponents side and back as Yuto swings around behind his opponent.
Shukumeikaze comes into it's own when Yuto uses it with his body movements, he has created a technique that he has not yet completed or perfected that utilizes his swords control of wind to help push him around incredibly quickly, almost as fast as flash step it allows his quick movements to dodge incoming attacks and leaving the opponent open for a counter even quicker than would normally be possible.
He calls this technique 'Kuchigotae' meaning retort. And only uses it in dire situations.
- Zanpakuto -
- Shikai -
Gyokaku, Buraindosasori (Catch, Blind Scorpion) (Boo-ra-een-dow-sass-ori)
Slowly moving his hand across the length of Buraindosasori begins it's release, extremely loud tower bells can be heard by all in the vicinity of his reiatsu before Hideyoshi's Zanpakuto shifts from it's bright white form into a new shape. Now appearing to be a small single handed sickle with a curved blade flowing into a light wood handle.
Buraindosasori is a unique Zanpakuto in as much that it's primarily a poison type Zanpakuto. The poison which is known to be an incredibly thin layer of liquid that cotes the blades edges is secreted over time by the swords metal itself, allowing it to replenish and to deliver higher doses the more strikes are landed. The potent toxin has three stages in its shikai state and each can be attained in succession by striking the opponent more.
- Kanken (First Sting) -
Kanken is the worrying but ultimately harmless first stage of the toxic effects, a single strike would be enough. The victim will find that they begin to ever so slightly slur their speech and when the increase in adrenaline begins, as it does in battle, they could start to see double. This does no harm to the opponents but it benefits Irako greatly, with the quick nature of Buraindosasori's attacks they will inevitably struggle to cope thus resulting in more attacks landed. It has also been known that if the victim allows the poison to settle for too long it can prevent speech all together.
- Nibanken (Second Sting) -
The second stage of Buraindosasori's poison is much more potent, brought about once the victim has suffered multiple strikes. Weakness of limbs and at times excruciating muscle cramps are the prominent feature of Nibanken whilst slower reactions have also been a noted effect. This is an more severe attack on the victims body allowing Hideyoshi to abuse their weakened state and attack quickly and precisely. Making battle a very arduous and exhausting task it can sometimes distract and even prevent the victim from fighting back as, in bad cases, the toxin will take effect more prominently when the afflicted exerts a large amount effort or strength. The harder the opponent works the quicker the poison will travel in the bloodstream. Whilst it takes a long time this does mean the victim can excel the poison himself through action rather than Genji having to land more strikes. The stronger and larger the victim, the worse the effects will be.
- Sanbanken (Third Sting) -
The agent works by inhibiting the production of an enzyme in the nerves, resulting in constant activity, a ‘storm’ in the nervous system that quickly overwhelms the body.
A highly lethal anticoagulant, broadifacoum works by reducing the amount of Vitamin K in the blood. Since Vitamin K is needed in the clotting process, eventually the body becomes subject to massive internal hemorrhaging, blood leaking from the smallest vessels.
- Bankai -
- Chishiken (Fatal Sting) -
This is Buraindosasori's Cout-de-gras and has an utterly terrifying effect which Hideyoshi likes to explain as it takes hold: "Our brains come equipped with a self-preservation mechanism that stops us doing stupid things that we know will harm us. This is because of electrochemical signals in the brain sent by neurotransmitters among other things. The toxin Buraindosasori secretes however blocks specific neurotransmitters, in a specific order, which flips your brains preservation switch.
Some poisons have the ability to cause hallucinations, some asphyxiation and I've even heard of ones that completely paralyze the victim. Buraindosasori though, simply put, makes you want to kill yourself."
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Ostia, the Kingdom has been shattered, in four pieces it remains. King Tygrim, the ruler of Steinheim still retains the throne, but a new self proclaimed king has risen in the city of Brakker. An outsider named Naeron whom has found in his dealings of black magic a way to combat the Kings most valuable weapon, the Priests of Skye.
The kingdoms two other cities, the western port city of Gurst and the mountainside fortress that is Sturnvold each have to decide their allies quickly for the rise of Naeron has left Ostia fractured, and both the King and this new contender are ready to play their hands.
New RP idea in which players can either take the side of King Tygrim and try to gain a hold of the once united kingdom of Ostia. Or in contrast they can follow Naeron in his pursuit of the throne. They can be the leaders of cities (Tygrim + Naeron excluded) but will not be able to change the characters, otherwise they can create any character they like for either side or indeed for either of the neutral cities, but best to create a character that will be heavily involved (E.G An advisor to Fijn or Syren, Battle Priest of Skye or a follower of Naeron)
Main Protagonist - Naeron the Bladecatcher
Main Antagonist - King Tygrim of Ostia
Major Cities -
Steinheim - The Capital of Ostia. Home of the King and the Order of Skye
Gurst - The seaside city, one of trade and the black market. Home to the Barroness Syren and the only city not to have an official order as Syren keeps her followers in the shadows.
Sturnvold - The fortress in the mountain. Home to Brigadier General Fijn and the Order of the Knights Pale
Brakker - On the opposite side of the kingdom to Steinheim, Brakker is home to Naeron the Bladecatcher and his newly appointed Order, the Norovyn.
Lesser towns/villages -
Bruch
Kalborn
Dahl
Massen
Kehlen
Other Kingdoms near Ostia -
Bulgas - The Bulgan peopel of the North are harshened by the winters bite, but are trustworthy people
Dzavhan - These people are merchants and mecernaries, unless you have pockets full of gold they are not to be trusted. And even with your gold they are to be kept at arms reach.
Krantia - Unknown
Originally the Kingdom was united, but with King Tygrims ever growing disdain for his duties he left more and more to the rulers of each city and region. As such these cities and more importantly their leaders started to think for themselves and learnt the ropes of leadership and almost complete self sufficiency. Baroness Syren took to it like water, manipulating the black market which originated in her port city of Gurst she was able to quickly become the wealthiest city in Ostia and with all her money she bought shadows and daggers. She knows everything that happens in her city and to some degree what happens outside of it. She is a woman of simple tastes but over her years she has grown hateful of man and feels it is time for a woman to rise, however in her city of Gurst there are not many men worthy of battle and she would be better silting her own throat than paying for the services of foreign mercenaries. She is forced to join a side but which she is unsure.
In contrast Bridadeir-General Fijn is a man of tradition, his mountain city holds significant strategic importance and whilst it does not have the riches of Gurst or the magnificence of Steinheim it is a city that both sides desperately want, but alas General Fijn is still loyal to the King as was his oath. But his men are not as loyal as he and he might find it difficult to lead men of such questionable loyalties.
King Tygrim however has awoken from his slumber and is ready to take a hold of his fractured kingdom once more, he has employed his most valuable assets immediately, the Priests of Skye. These Battle-Priests are religious men who have gained incredibly abilities at the behest of their gods, there are little if any men in the whole of Ostia who would stand in the way of a Skye Priest either in fear of the gods retribution for halting a messenger or heaven or because they Priests have been known to make examples of those who betray the true king.
The city of Brakker is the anomaly. Once completely loyal to the king but also tired of his absence they were prepared to do anything it took to beat the other cities and other factions to the throne. This resulted in the rise of Naeron the Bladecatcher, so named because he is notoriously hard to kill. He has taken Brakker for himself and through the use of what the King and his priests have dubbed 'black magic' he has the power to rival the Order of Skye and is the only one currently equip to take the throne for himself.
Once every seven years at the Temple of Skye a gateway opens. The people of *TBD* had first encountered this phenomenon almost 100 years ago. Being amazed at the emanating hue of the gateway a temple was built to encase it. Sure enough every seven years the gateway opens yet again, nobody knows why and nobody dares venture inside, the local priest has for many years now bellowed warnings of this gateway into the Maelstrom so he titled is. Not many listened to his mad ravings but the few that did were quick to act.
It has been decades since the inception of the Order of Skye. An order of Battle-priests who's duty it is to keep tabs on the maelstrom gateway. Decades since the founder of the order *TBD* fell ill and left this world. The Order as it is known is now in the hands of *TBD*, an old man swallowed by his greed and self absorption. the Gateway is opened every seven years for a period of 24 hours. One day. Before it once more slams shut.
The Hero is a cleric at the order. He has only recently been initiated and it is his task to complete the ritual that has been practices for almost two centuries as the time once more looms. The Maelstrom gate is soon to open once more but this time it will not be an empty light, this time the gateway will yield something. Someone.
We must travel almost one hundred years ago to find our origin. The Priests of Skye, the oldest and most respected order of men known are tasked with the safe keeping of the Maelstrom Gate. In the old times when man could could cast naught but bronze a doorway was opened, a doorway into the Maelstrom. At first man would not approach, afraid and ignorant the town shaman dubbed it evil in origin. Claiming visions of what the gateway would come to yield he damned it, but he was wrong. The Maelstrom gate is out connection to the divine, it is our source, our origin it is the realm of gods and the playground of the creators. We knew this because with the coming of the gateway came magic, as the two worlds connected the winds of magic flowed into our world and showed us that the gate was of another plane, of another message, our deities gifted us this gate in an attempt to better our lives.
True enough the naysayers still existed. Shunning the powers of the gate they called us blasphemous, propagators of evil, devils. They were cast from the villages thrown to the wastes and left in their ignorance to find their own way in the world without the help of our true gods. One hundred years ago an order of men was created, an order of men to watch and protect the Maelstrom gate from all those who seek to harm our commune to the gods. The Order of Skye. These priests are able to bend the magic of the Maelstrom to their will, gifted with abilities we humble folk can only dream of. However not everyone saw these men as our saviors, the naysayers returned and upon their learning of the new order were disgusted, they did not approve of our delight in harnessing the powers of the gate saying that the power was not meant for mortals to harness that the gate was not sent to benefit us. War broke out. The Priests of Skye were attacked and they responded in kind, as you can imagine however with the powers of the
Maelstrom at their backs the Priests were capable of pushing aside the naysayers with ease. In a single night they were hunted and their pitiful lives ended.
That night however mankind was taught an important lesson, on that night of bloodshed the gate closed. The Priests did not know why and the villages were ruing the war, it was obvious that the gods were angry. They did not want the gifts bestowed upon man to lead to fighting, in our own greed and lack of understanding we allowed the Maelstrom to cloud our minds. It is a gift from the gods, but a gift we must share. The order remained but dwindled in the darkness, years of solitude in their keep they were without their gods. Then, a spark.
Seven years since the gate had closed it opened once more, flowing light and magic back into our world. The Priests awoke from their keep and announced the return of the gods to out world and that this time, we would not anger them as we did in the past. Alas it did not matter what the people or the priests did, the gateway once again closed almost a year later. Confused the priests resigned themselves to the temple, abandoning their keep in the mountain they housed their entire order in the temple that was built around the Maelstrom gate. Then a most peculiar thing happened.
The gate opened, the gate closed. Open, close, open, close. It was in those years that we learnt the terrible truth, the Maelstrom gate was finite. The period for which the gate stayed open slowly grew shorter and shorter. A calender was conceived, mapping the degradation of the Maelstrom gate and its opening.
It has been a hundred years since and here we stand, humble folk in the grand city of Kalborn. The order is strong and still to this day protects the Maelstrom gate, the naysayers have been eradicated and we are living in a golden age. The Maelstrom gate is due to open soon and the Priests are preparing their period of sanctuary in which the temple is closed and barred and they pray to the gods directly. You would do well to follow in the footsteps of the Skye order and make a man of yourself, there are non finer in this world than those of the cloth.
Sci-fi near future urban setting.
Splicing is illegal yet practiced by some underground groups and the government is still in rigorous testing. Criminal organisation finds and steals the DNA of several very rare creatures and splices the DNA with their own men in an attempt to smuggle the DNA. The government or the company that kept that high security DNA is after the organisation in an attempt to get it back.
Dystopia world in a country with a strict government when it comes to something they care about. The chasm between Rich and poor has grown and much of the excitement will most likely happen in slums or a similar setting. Global warming and pollution have hit all time highs directly impacting the planet and causing irreparable damage.
Gorgon
Basilisk
Dragon
Varg (Wolf)
Kraken
Bat
In the hive cities of Europe-England the underground terrorists and crime syndicates hope to smuggle the exceptionally rare DNA samples they have stolen from the government and more precisely a company who is a world power and get them out of Britain, a very hard task considering the height of technology and the companies efforts to find the stolen samples. Splicing is illegal but the company will eventually send their unproven but most dangerous agent to find the samples. Codename -Bladecatcher he has been spliced with multiple animals, a feat not before accomplished and as such has incredible abilities.
NPC list -
Bladecatcher - Super agent eventually employed to help find the stolen DNA samples and the ones who stole them.
Director Roark - The CEO of the company that kept the samples and the one which will stop at nothing to get them back.
"This isn't the kind of place you want to hear about boy, much less live in." His old croaking voice carried so adamantly across the room it could be heard despite the shouts and laughter of thugs and miscreants, all of which were in the bar that night. "That said, if no one teaches you the ropes your not gonna last long. Pay attention boy..."
Noi-bla (Pronounced Noah-blay), the once proud nation of Great Britain had dissolved into a city not much larger than it's capital London used to be. Now they all lived underneath a single dome, one that kept the pure air in and the pollution out. It had been this way for decades, mankind had put plans in place to rectify their mistakes but alas the damage was already done. The Earth spun into madness in an attempt to fix itself. Hurricanes, Tsunami's and eventually a new ice age. The Earth was trying to eradicate the virus that plagued it for centuries, but mankind held on. In resistance to the planets actions great Domes were built that could regulate atmospheres in enclosed spaces, they could keep warm and they could house large populations from the throes of a dying planet.
Billions died. At first a catastrophe but later seen as a blessing in disguise for the space humans had to work with was a fraction of what it once was.
Mankind had to learn to survive in it's new environment, real sunlight was scarce but the dome was fitted with lights that would replicate the light levels above the seemingly endless clouds that covered the sky. Genetically engineered crops were quickly focused on as a new sustainable food source was needed. The scientists were heralded as saviors, feeding hundreds of thousands with a petty few crop fields. Genetic alteration was turned into an art.
Almost a century since and the standard of life did not improve as was promised by the pseudo-governments that tried to run these dome-cities. The population was on the rise and with all the strides in GM crops mankind was on the edge, it was almost ready to sign it's own death warrant.
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Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
- Population -
8,783,047
- Year it was founded -
58 AC
- Capital -
Susa
Capitol location in country: There is a small nook on the west coast of the largest land mass, almost half way down it eats into the land and then protrudes out nearly connecting with the second biggest island. I want the Capital to be in the middle of that semi-circular nook,
- Society -
Pārsa as a nation has a great amount of wealth, however it is obvious to all that it is not spread evenly. Slaves are a major export and business in Pārsa, they make up a large percentage of the population. Entire families and their eventual offspring are eternally enslaved giving an entire caste of slaves that can only hope to gain benevolent masters as a slave gaining freedom is seldom heard of.
Above the slave caste sit the workmen and general population of Pārsa. Whilst these people are not slaves they have to work hard to make a living as the competition in the busy markets of Pārsa is incredibly high. Most make their way in life as tradesmen or entertainers with exotic animals or acrobatics, those who cannot fend for themselves are either taken in by more promising families or offered the choice of slavery as a way to survive.
The nobles of Pārsa are what most visitors see and hear of, they live in splendor and have their every whim cared for to the nth degree. Whilst most outside of Pārsa believe this makes them weak or not worthy they are reminded that no one in Pārsa has an easy ride in life, even the nobility must prove their worth to their king and upper caste equals, be it by either serving in the army or by working your way up from nothing to earning your lifestyle via business acumen.
The sect of people above the nobility are those who hold incredibly established posts within Pārsa and it's government. These people are rarely seen as they are either to busy or they delegate. Whilst they have fortunes at their fingertips their rigorous enslavement to the nation of Pārsa itself keeps them from enjoying all it has to offer, these are people with drive and intelligence. It is their names that will be remembered and their names that will be written in the history books so says the king Zarir II.
- Military -
In peace time Pārsa has little need for armed forces and as such it's warriors are allowed, for the most part, to go back to their families. However as an emergency incentive a small force is kept on alert at all times, this force is rotated from the grand army and so all the troops get their time serving and their time with their families.
The peacetime standing force is some 50,000 strong.
In times of war it is not unusual for almost every family in Pārsa to donate one of their sons to the cause, sending them to the army to fight for their king. Whilst the grand army is large when in need the ranks of Pārsas army can swell to insurmountable levels.
The wartime army can range from 500,000 to 1,000,000 dependent on the cause and the orders of the king.
- Government -
Very complicated, the nation does have a Monarchy but it is used in conjunction with an Oligarchy and to some degree a democracy.
- People of Importance -
King - Tourak Zarir II
Queen - Aliyeh Zarir
High Priest - Ramtin Mokri
Diplomat - Kazem Majidi
High General - Ozhan Nozar
- Economy -
Very strong, they have the finest wears and are eager to trade with it's allies.
- Religions -
The main religion found in Pārsa is Zoroastrianism, the worship of the God Ahura Mazda, the great spirit, and it's two offspring Angra Mainyu and Spenta Mainyu. This is the triumvirate of gods that the majority of Pārsa pays homage to. There are many smaller religious followings but the only other large enough to even try and tackle Zoroastrianism is the Croesus cult, a faction of fanatics that follow a man who has now become legend.
- Technology -
They are quite ahead in technology but due to their size they are incapable of spreading this technology among it's people very easily. As such whilst their technology is to a high level you will only find it's exploits in the most important regions of the nation.
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- Domestic Issues -
All posts below the king are in tight contention and as such the rat race to get to the top is very vicious and has led in the past to very serious attempts on lives and the like. Everyone in government that is below the King and queen are at each others throats.
- Issues Abroad -
Untrustworthy, spies everywhere
- World Influence -
7
- Relations with Neighbors -
- Major Cities -
Persepolis
Bactria
Elam
- Landscape -
Generally flat with only a single spine of mountains that trails close to the eastern cost of the nation.
- History -
- Strengths -
Commerce, strength in numbers, loyalty to their leaders
- Weaknesses -
Not well trained, think highly of themselves, untrustworthy
- Summary -
A large nation that tries to use it's economic strength to place itself in conjunction with the more powerful nations and drown out the foes of the king. They are capable of launching incredibly large invasions when needs be but have seldom found the circumstance.
The Kamouraskan Affinity
- Capital System -
Seuz System
- Dominant Species -
Human
- Sub-Factions/Species -
Humanik - (An anthropomorphic design of Robot that is largely used throughout)
- Politics, Power & Economy -
- Head Of State -
High Chancellor Norka (Left)
- Head Of Government -
Minister of Laws, Gustan Kosk
- Government Type/Operation/Description -
Theocracy
- Economic System/Prosperity -
- Empire Size -
150-200 Billion Estimate
- Empire Power -
Multi-stellar Power – Full control over multiple solar systems
- Type Of Power -
Scientific & Religious
- History, Biology & Society -
- Race Name -
- Race Info -
- Average Lifespan -
- Physical Characteristics -
- Dominant Society -
- Moral Values -
- Religion -
- History -
- Technological Overview -
Giving total freedom here as I know this is where a lot people come into their element. If you’re unsure of tech levels, reference the FAQ and Basic Info below or just ask me.
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Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
Damien Perar
- Gender -
Male
- Age and birthday -
27 years old, born the 11th of June of the year 1274
- Origin -
He is of low nobility, born from the Lesser House of Perar
- Length and build -
6'0" with a slender build
- Weight -
185lbs
- Sexuality -
Heterosexual
- Appearances -
- Occupation -
Damien has the head for politics and as such he has made it his goal to make his way to a seat on the senate.
- Favorite phrase/saying -
"Treachery is noble when aimed at tyranny"
- Favorite Food -
Cherry's are his favorite food and he is often seen still nibbling their stalks
- Favorite Weather and Season -
Winter and snow
- Patron God/Goddess -
Araos, God of Intelligence and Knowledge & Irtan, God of Courage and Chance/Luck
- Personality -
Despite being of low nobility and thus not being granted the highest education available Damien is a rather intelligent individual whom has learnt his way through life thus far, he could be described as an intellectual who spends hours reading books and the like but it when he comes into contact with people when Damien really shines. He has learnt through multiple methods most prominently examining himself and his own personality how to manipulate others and to play people off on one another. He is a very ambitious person and he intends to use his future power and influence to improve the standing of house Perar and to catapult himself even further.
On the face of it Damien is a polite and hard working member of house Perar, he is generally one to make a joke and enjoys toying with others and deliberately putting people off balance.
He is similar to his sister in many ways, as he knows that she isn't the paragon that everyone seems to believe. However being her brother Damien is rather protective over her and is looking forward to the day that their paths cross not just as siblings, but as rivals.
Damien has never seen the allure of courage and fighting his opponent head on, he sees the fight in the shadows that is played between minds to be the most important and honorable fight.
- History -
Damien was always interested in the ideals and inspirations of others. He always wondered about his fathers desires and why he was content with being an servant for the high house of Rynir. His father was a good man and Damien respected him but he did not share the bakers ambitions, no Damien aimed much higher when imagining his own destiny and after years of education and teaching himself in the only library available to him he was able to give himself at least a chance of reaching those impossible dreams he had set for himself so many years prior.
Damien is focused on getting himself a seat in the senate, something he sees as essential if he wants to continue along his current path and hopefully manage to make the name of Perar great. With only his intelligence he often seeks travel to the capital so he can learn more about the government and the senators themselves as he realizes that if he one day does manage to gain a place among their ranks he will need allies and he will have to know whom to trust and whom to manipulate.
- Theme song -
- Clothing and/or armor -
Damien generally walks around in tight fit leather clothing with the etched designs of house Perar, these are his everyday clothes which most people see him wearing. He does also posses armor but hasn't yet been involved in a conflict in which he needed to wear it. With red shaded leather and chain mail stained a dark reddish colour and with lines of gold in its lining. It is a very fine set of armor and whilst he doesn't have the time to devote to his physical training he hopes he can live up to its appearance if he ever needs to wear it.
- Tools and weapons -
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Damien has little need for swords or bows as he does most of his fighting in the quarters of nobles. He does have a small dagger that was bestowed upon him by his father when he was the age of five. He has kept it by his side ever since and it can often be seen strapped to his belt or somehow fixed to his waist.
Whilst he doesn't carry it around with him Damien does have a sword that is placed with his armor in his personal quarters but it is rarely taken from it's sheath let alone used.
- Skill/Abilities -
Skilled Orator
Tactician
Manipulator
Low-level fighting skills
Can ride a horse
Superior observation skills
- Traits -
Stern
Driven
Underhanded
Joker
lighthearted
All other angels are dead,
But I shall not go.
For one yet walks,
With the wings of a crow.
Name:
Gender: Male
Alignment: (Mage, Paladin or Neutral. Neutral can include Elves, non-paladin and non-mage humans, or maybe something else entirely.)
Covenant/Affiliation: (A faction or a covenant one belongs, if any. The Azure and The Inquisitorial covenants do not accept any player characters. Mages can also belong to some sort of group, or be lone wolves. Note that in case of Paladins, they may belong in any covenant, but still receive Paladin training for one reason or another.)
Personality: (A description of what your character is like, how he/she would interact with others, etc.)
Biography: (A description of how your character came to be what he/she is now, major points in his/her life, their goals.)
Power Description: (A brief description on how your character's unique magic/light manipulation work, as a whole. Potential patterns, combos, tactics. For example, your Paladin could prefer cover himself with a layer of Light energy, acting as an anti-magic armor, sheath his weapon in Light, and charge. The other paladin would prefer to throw bolts of light from a distance.)
Spells/Abilities: (Up to 5 initial spells/abilities at their weakest form. Keep a lot of room for improvement, because power development will be a big thing in this RP. Keep in mind, however, this section is subject to balance changes, as we all want to keep the playing field relatively even.)
Other skills: (Anything else your character is skilled at.)
Other: (Any other notable things about your character which don't fit into other categories.)
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Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
The northern wastes are some of the most inhabitable places on earth, rivers freeze, plants wither, even the sun is reluctant to show itself. Despite all the hardships however, man has found the means to survive winters bite. Mountains of men, if you believe the tales, have gathered in the only known city of the north, Steinheim: and if you hang on the tales of some men, there is one the north has produced who has united the northern nomads. All the scum and exiles that find themselves clinging to life have been assembled into one band, one city.
The man responsible for uniting the North-men is one Kagan Völland. His claim as king is under the notion that his family was once the greatest in all the world, a fact disputed by all but his own. A beast of a man he was able to command a number of north-men through violence alone, but the more men he gathered the less he had to display his strength. In battle the red mist descends but without the sweet pitch of battle Kagan is notoriously cunning, and he understands the power of spoken word. Either to rouse his men or to spread the legend he wishes to become he is more intelligent than many give him credit for.
Believed to have been blessed by the gods, Kagan has not yet found an equal on the battlefield. Each swing of his beloved Ghröl, passed down to him by his father, clears swaths of men, crushing shield and bone alike. His men are some of the most resilient alive, having to cope with the harsh conditions of the north. They number few, they know naught but strive, yet under the banner of King Völland, they head south.
The world does not know our name, they do not know MY name,
A king rises in the north,
Remember this day,
For it is my beginning!
Welcome Valhalla with open arms brothers!
- Chieftain's Title: Self appointed King
- Chieftain's Interests: Honor and Battle, Ascension proving yourself to the gods.
- Chieftain's Favored Weapon: Ghröl, the great War-hammer of the Völland bloodline
- Name -
Christopher Völland
- Known Aliases-
'Danilov'
- Sex-
Male
- Age-
42
- Height-
5'11"
- Weight-
185lbs
- Eye Color-
Ice blue
- Hair Color-
Jet black with a few specks of grey beginning to show
- Occupation(s)-
C.E.O and Founder of the Völland investment group
- Known Relatives-
Father - Deceased
Mother - Alive and living on Ostravos
Sibling (Brother) - Missing and presumed dead
- Criminal Record-
Previously investigated for racketeering, bribery and manslaughter with intent to murder
- Posted Warnings-
-Skillset-
Manipulative
Intimidating
Particularly endurant
Headstrong
- Known Ties to Organizations/Other-
C.E.O of the Völland investment group
- Extra Information-
Originally from Ostravos, Mr. Völland is the founder and owner of the Völland group. Initially in investment company Christopher has found himself buying almost exclusively into the mining business, more specifically the mining of the crystals used to power solar conductor engines, something abundant on Ostravos that he could sell almost everywhere. He has other smaller investments but most are undisclosed for various reasons.
Seeing oncoming events Christopher now finds himself on Clarendon and seeks to buy as much land as he can on the continent being that is has the best conditions for food, a market essential and incredibly profitable if developed correctly.
Known for being somewhat of a brute Völland has seen fit to hire his own enforcers whom are tasked with anything from illegal betting to land acquisition. He has a select few bodyguards as there are few men he truly trusts.
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Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
- Name -
Maksim 'Akro' Dzagoev
- Age -
32
- Gender -
Male
- Nationality -
Russian
- Appearance -
- Augmentations -
- Personality -
- History -
Tobias, as he prefers to be called, is a very rare breed of criminal. He is not the product of troubled childhood, he is not the result of a gang lifestyle. His reputation was built of his own machination. Many criminals gain notoriety or garner respect among the scum through unspeakable acts and horrific episodes. Tobias however, had a shadow before he was thrown into the light. The Rhine district is a lowly and horrible place to be raised, but every so often a child will be born whom has the nous and the intelligence to rise from the slums of New Terra and create a better life for himself and god willing, his family. Tobias was such a child. From an early age he understood the complex and could out-think the majority of people he met. He was no genius, not in the current era, but he was a step above the average and that was enough to not only survive but thrive in the Rhineland.
The one thing that Tobias lacked as a child was a family, at least in the blood relative sense of the word. Many children as discarded in the slums and only a fraction survive. Tobias though was lucky, dependent on your stance. He was taken in by a family and raised as an extra pair of hands, used to work and to make the lives of others easier he was a slave without the label. He grew accustomed to living with the debauchery, theft and crime that filled the sprawling cities. However while most would condemn their surroundings and surrender to their fate, Tobias saw his his situation as an opportunity. A mountain to be climbed.
The first step Tobias took was to build a persona for him to adopt, being fully acquainted with the lesser known definition of prestige in the underworld of New Terra Tobias created the alter ego of Akro the gun running curb stomping maniac born from the cesspool of unguarded criminals. He began by claiming many of the unsolved crimes around the city. Blasphemous acts that were either to bloody or gang-orientated for the small police force to pay attention to. Unfortunately for the newly baptized Akro this brought some unwanted attention from particularly nasty people, ultimately ending with the loss of his right forearm in an abandoned garage before being rescued by one of the many grunts he had picked up on the way up the ladder.
Akro was the new kingpin of the undergrowth and whilst he was not truly the man many believed him to be the attention that came with the reputation gave him a strong dose of reality, and the terrible life he would have led had he indeed been the person he claimed to be.
- Other -
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Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
- Name -
Taro Kaeda
- Appearance -
- Age -
247
- Race -
Shinigami
- Rank -
Lieutenant of Squad 1
- Spiritual Pressure Color -
Deep blue
- Personality -
Taro is noble and physically overbearing. He is not pragmatic, but is a person who lets history run its course and acts according to his impulses. While he is wild and somewhat inconsiderate to others, his ambition inspires them and ultimately results in their happiness. He is always jovial, values friendship highly, and he regards the bond with all of his squad members and fellow shinigami as important. Similarly he admires people who treat friendship with sincerity and is compassionate to those with whom he bonds.
He is not overly cruel as would be expected from a tyranical personality, but tries instead to keep bloodshed to a minimum despite his love for battles and destruction. He is fine with not actually winning the battle outright as he prefers to conquer his enemies by winning without killing and controlling without humiliating them. To him, a selfless leader who isolates himself from his friends to die for ideals is nothing but a fool, which is worse than a tyrant. He is also in opinion that a leader should be vibrant, a figure who is inspiring and leading his people, instead of being a distant loner who concerns himself only with protecting and saving his squad members. Ultimately, he would grieve and weep over his losses and mistakes, but he would stay true to himself and never regret decisions made as a Lieutenant.
- History -
- Shinigami Skills -
Incredibly strong
Kido practitioner
Hakuda veteran
- Zanpakuto -
Goriate (Goliath), Taro Zanpakuto is as always a regular Katatna in it's sealed state. The wrapping along its tang is a deep royal blue whilst the Zanpakuto guard is unique in the way that it is a 3D sphere or ball.
The spirit of Goriate is literally a giant. A tall mountain of a man that dwarfs Taro but is so lazy and stupid he dislikes to talk with his inner spirit. Taro is used to the idea of kicking it into shape but when Goriate gets angry, it's best to stay out of it's way. Taro is often asked to explain why his Zanpakuto in it's Shikai state adopts the form of two hammers, he tells them that Goriate is so large he can't possibly fit into one of them.
- Shikai -
Kiretsu, Goriate
(Crack, Goliath)
Sheathing his Zanpakuto Taro adopts a low and strong stance before stamping his foot on the ground which causes a cloud of dust to consume him. A few seconds pass before the dust settles and Taro is revealed holding not one but two single handed hammers (Smaller than in the picture). His attacks become incredibly hard hitting as you would expect with such blunt force weapons
Once released Goriate is capable of earth manipulation, hitting the floor or thick walls with either hammer Taro can force rocks and boulders to shoot out for him to hit at his opponents. He is also capable of striking the ground and forcing constructs out of the earth such as pillars or spikes making it very treacherous for any opponents.Taro is known to implement three main techniques, but is constantly kicking Goriate into giving up his other hidden techniques.
To begin Taro is often seen standing behind a large boulder which he will hit with extreme force, instantly cracking and splintering the boulder this attack sends a wave of rock shards in any given direction. Generally only used at short range this attack is hard to dodge with it's wide spread difficult to predict, it's damage output is also not to be underestimated as the sharp rocks can easily cut and dent almost any objects.
Secondly, by hitting the floor with both hammers simultaneously, Taro sends ripples of energy to disturb the earth in any desired location within his Reiatsu's range. A couple of seconds later the targeted portion of earth will almost completely be crushed and turned into fine sand, dropping whomever stands there into a pit. Often using this to trap his opponents it is similar to a quicksand trap.
The final technique and definitely the most powerful one Goriate possesses in it's Shikai state is also the most difficult to perform. By hitting any sized boulder, but preferably very large ones, with the handle of either hammer the rock will shrinks quite significantly. This forces rocks into submission by making them a lot smaller but incredibly massive. Using the same technique he does for normal rocks he can launch these smaller projectiles at opponents, but with the incredible mass they hold each tennis-ball sized attack can crush cars, topple buildings and has been known to cause earthquakes when striking the ground.
- Bankai -
Not yet attained
(Or so he says)
- Name -
Genji Nakano
- Appearance -
- Age -
362
- Race -
Shinigami
- Rank -
Captain of Squad 3
- Spiritual Pressure Color -
Golden Yellow
- Personality -
- History -
- Shinigami Skills -
Incredibly fast
Versatile with sword
Likes to use the environment
Dislikes head-on confrontation
- Zanpakuto -
Buraindosasori (Blind Scorpion), Genji's Zanpakuto takes the form of a regular Katana in it's sealed state. A white wrapping around it's hilt and a crashing wave molded onto a perfectly circular Tsuba (Guard).
The spirit of Buraindosasori as seen below takes the form of a man in yellow clothing. his skin slowly gets bloodier from his elbow down to his fingertips and he has a devilishly deep tone to his voice. His hair is jet-black and his eyes a deep red. Genji is known for his ruthlessness but he sometimes warns people that they know nothing until they attract Buraindosasori's attention.
- Shikai -
Gyokaku, Buraindosasori
(Catch, Blind Scorpion)
Slowly moving his hand across the length of Buraindosasori begins it's release, extremely loud tower bells can be heard by all in the vicinity of his reiatsu before Genji's Zanpakuto shifts from it's bright white form into a new shape. Now appearing to be a small single handed sickle with a curved blade flowing into a light wood handle.
Buraindosasori is a unique Zanpakuto in as much that it's primarily a poison type Zanpakuto. The poison which is known to be an incredibly thin layer of liquid that cotes the blades edges is secreted over time by the swords metal itself, allowing it to replenish and to deliver higher doses the more strikes are landed. The potent toxin has three stages in its Shikai state and each can be attained in succession by striking the opponent more.
- Kanken (First Sting) -
Kanken is the worrying but ultimately harmless first stage of the toxic effects, a single strike would be enough. The victim will find that they begin to ever so slightly slur their speech and when the increase in adrenaline begins, as it does in battle, they could start to see double. This does no harm to the opponents but it benefits Genji's greatly, with the quick nature of Buraindosasori's attacks they will inevitably struggle to cope thus resulting in more attacks landed. It has also been known that if the victim allows the poison to settle for too long it can prevent speech all together.
- Nibanken (Second Sting) -
The second stage of Buraindosasori's poison is much more potent, brought about once the victim has suffered multiple strikes. Weakness of limbs and at times excruciating muscle cramps are the prominent feature of Nibanken whilst slower reactions have also been a noted effect. This is an more severe attack on the victims body allowing Genji to abuse their weakened state and attack quickly and precisely. Making battle a very arduous and exhausting task it can sometimes distract and even prevent the victim from fighting back as, in bad cases, the toxin will take effect more prominently when the afflicted exerts a large amount effort or strength. The harder the opponent works the quicker the poison will travel in the bloodstream. Whilst it takes a long time this does mean the victim can excel the poison himself through action rather than Genji having to land more strikes. The stronger and larger the victim, the worse the effects will be.
- Sanbanken (Third Sting) -
This is Buraindosasori's 'Cout-de-gras' whilst in Shikai form. It can only be used once the victim has been cut many times and is most likely close to defeat already. The toxin Genji's Zanpakuto secretes starts to spread itself around the body the first moment someone is cut but only once a generous amount is in their system can it's true effects take hold. The agent works by inhibiting the production of an enzyme in the nerves that regulate signals to the brain, resulting in constant activity, a ‘storm’ in the nervous system that quickly overwhelms the body and mind. By appearance the victim will convulse and often spasm, in severe cases muscular cramps so strong they can break bone.
Genji can tell once the toxin has reached this stage in his opponents as their wounds clot faster and a sticky sap like substance can ooze from the cuts. With the simple motion of pointing his Zanpakuto at his opponent and muttering a phrase of command he can induce said effects.
- Bankai -
Bankai, Karappohaka no Buraindosasori (Final release, Blind scorpion of empty graves)
- Chishiken (Fatal Sting) -
As Genji has learnt, our brains come equipped with a self-preservation mechanism that stops us from preforming actions that we know will harm us or avoiding situations in which we shall come to harm. This is because of electrochemical signals in the brain sent by neurotransmitters among other things. The toxin Buraindosasori secretes whilst in Bankai state is a concentrated strain of it's former Shikai. Blocking specific neurotransmitters, in a specific order, Buraindosasori's aim is to flip your brains preservation switch and re-order the electrochemical signals.
Some poisons have the ability to cause hallucinations, some asphyxiation. Buraindosasori's Shikai itself causes convulsions. It's Bankai though, simply put, makes you want to kill yourself.
Each cut the person has sustained send signals to the brain telling the victim that they are threatened by the wound, that it could result in death. The reaction a normal person would have is to retreat, however under the effects of the suicide-inducing neurotoxin the most common result is that they start to try and physically cut out their own wounds, obviously resulting in more severe wounds until they have effectively committed suicide through their own attempted self preservation.
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Everblight
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Apologies for any butchering of the Japanese language as I've most likely failed in my attempts below :D
~ "Stumbling seven times, recovering eight" ~
- Name -
Genji Yūsugi
- Age -
724 - around 36 in appearance
- Gender -
Male
- Race -
Shinigami
- Rank -
Captain
- Appearance -
6'1" -- 214lbs
Genji is an impressive physical specimen. Years of enthusiastic work-outs have chiseled his entwined muscles forming quite the formidable man. Jet black hair and eyes a notorious green, he has somewhat of a welcoming theme to his features with little to know sharp edges above his jawline and a wide nose.
- Personality -
A pragmatist at heart, Genji is a man who lets fate run its course and acts according his instincts. Whilst he can be quite wild at times he is always jovial and respectful of friendships, he highly regards the bonds he makes with his fellow captains and squad members and similarly admires people who treat his friendship with sincerity and compassion.
Genji isn't overly arrogant about his strength, acknowledging that others have the potential to become stronger than himself given enough time, however he is fond of using himself as an example to his squad members. His confidence in himself, his Zanpakuto and his overall fate has allowed him to push himself to ever greater heights and when faced with difficult situations prefers that path of bravery and action than seeing the consequences as potentially fatal.
Genji often likes to make an impression on his opponents, maintaining a level of honor and integrity when engaging in battle. He prefers to fight one on one and when faced with a a powerful opponent he rarely loses his cool, going as far as to make sarcastic remarks and actually spur on his attackers. In contrast he tries to keep bloodshed to a minimum despite his love for battles and destruction, he is fine with not actually winning the battle outright as he prefers to conquer his enemies by winning without killing and controlling without humiliating them. To him a selfless leader who isolates himself from his friends to die for ideals is nothing but a fool. He respects a figure who is inspiring and leading to his people, instead of a distant loner who concerns himself only with protecting and saving himself. Ultimately, he would grieve and weep over his losses and mistakes, but he would stay true to himself and never regret decisions he has made as Captain.
- Positive traits -
Humorous
Optimistic
Steadfast
Sympathetic
- Negative traits -
Self sacrificing
Aggressive
Not discreet
Over-protective
- History -
Small paragraph of his life before death -
His induction into the Gotei 13 -
His rise through the ranks -
His appointment as Captain and everything since -
- Zanpakuto -
山嵐
Yamaarashi
(Mountain Storm)
Genji has a very calming sage green colour to his Reiatsu.
As a sealed Zanpakuto Rusuikuōn does not differ from the typical Katana. It's Saya (scabbard) is a solid black complimenting the sage green Ito (Braid) and bronze coloured Tsuba (Guard). As is typical with Zanpakuto, Rusuikuōn's Tsuba has a distinctive shape. Round and thin it has three equally distant teardrop shaped holes spreading from the blade to the edge of the guard creating three small notches in its otherwise smooth edge.
The spirit of Rusuikuōn is not too different from a man. Clothed in brown leather straps, belts and other cloths the majority of his skin is visible. Sunken markings that glow a bright teal colour trace from the soles of his feat all across his body and through to the top of his head which is covered by thick black hair. His eyes, almost whitened out by a similar bright glow make his stare particularly eerie.
He does not talk much to Genji but the two share an unspoken bond that has only grown stronger since their introduction almost six hundred years ago.
Genji's inner-world is as equally mysterious. Always transported to the flat peak of an impossibly high mountain, Genji often peers downwards only to realize the ground cannot be seen for the clouds that envelop the mountains waist.
- Shikai -
劈く, 山嵐
Bāsuto, Yamaarashi
(Burst, Mountain Storm)
Holding his sheathed Zanpakuto outwards Genji utters the release command. Mist quickly envelops his sword and circles it like a minute tornado, growing in length before expanding to hide Genji himself. The mist dissipates almost as quickly as it appeared to reveal Genji holding his released Zanpakuto. A long staff with a curved blade at it's head stands in his grasp, almost as tall as he is the blades spine has five separate rings gouged into the metal spine of the blade.
Rusuikuōn is both a wind and Kido type Zanpakuto, combining the devil arts with his mastery of wind and air manipulation. In it's Shikai state Genji gains some very notable passive abilities together with the usual boost in power, strength and speed. Firstly Genji gains a hypersensitivity to the air pressure that surrounds him, this increases his senses almost ten-fold and allows him to detect objects and often attacks coming from unseen directions as they fly through the air. In conjunction with this Genji is capable of greater speeds by propelling himself when he jumps, whilst it isn't nearly as fast as a flash-step this ability makes him a lot more maneuverable and helps him get across the battlefield.
Whilst his Shikai grants Genji the ability of Wind attacks such as slices of wind and small tornado blasts, Rusuikuōn has several specific techniques that Genji often uses throughout the fight.
- 鶴 Tazū (Crane) -
Used primarily as a protective shell Genji's 'Tazū' technique can be used by slamming the staffs bottom pommel on the ground or any hard surface. Doing so releases a sphere of highly pressurized air from the point of impact which quickly covers Genji just in time to deflect or repel an incoming attack. Easily able of turning sword swings away it can prevent large and heavy objects such as rocks or even cars from hitting him, the ability also has the effect of throwing said objects back outwards sometimes threatening the attacker.
- 虎 Tōra (Tiger) -
This is by far and away Rusuikuōn's most combative technique and probably his most used. When Genji slashes he can call 'Tōra' at which point a very small but incredibly potent implosion and resulting explosion of air takes place just behind his staffs blade. This ability can increase Genji's hitting power to almost double it's previous strength and has seen him shatter buildings and even cause small shock-waves. Almost capable of using this at will Genji generally uses it to push through a parry or to putt opponents off balance.
- 蜻 Tonbō (Dragonfly) -
Being Rusuikuōn's most powerful technique Genji doesn't like to use it very often, not wishing anyone to know the full extent of his abilities. It is in effect a larger more versatile version of his 'Tōra' ability, originating as a small green orb that Genji can fire by swinging his Zanpakuto in a wide arc it acts as a sort of bomb. When it lands the impact itself does not do much damage however on the point of impact the ball will quickly absorb the surrounding air causing a very strong gust towards its center. It only takes about a second but once the ball has almost doubled in size and it's air compression is at its maximum the ball of energy will explode sending out a strong concussive blast wave that is capable of popping ear-drums and even shattering rocks. Genji cannot use this technique many times over or he will quickly tire however he has found that using it three times generally leaves him no worse for wear until the next day. The subtle strength of this attack is that it initially implodes, dragging everything, even car sized objects, towards it before exploding thus causing more damage to things closer to its epicenter.
- Bankai -
卍解, 破壊者久
Bankai, Hakaishakuōn
(Final release, Destroyer of Eternities)
- Other Shinigami skills -
- Zanjutsū -
(Grandmaster)
Zanjutsu is Genji's area of expertise. Using his strength and maneuverability he has come to master the art and prides himself greatly on his ability to strike down opponents without the need for a release. Known to have used both Ryōdan and Nadegiri he truly is an opponent not to be underestimated.
- Hakuda -
(Master)
Genji, being the mountain of a man he tends to be, is unsurprisingly very practiced and potent when employing Hakuda. Slapping and punching lower-level Hollow around like marshmallows he always jumps at the chance to manhandle opponents, a physical representation of exerting his will upon others.
- Hohō -
(Expert)
Whilst not the slowest of the captains Genji is not the man you think of when comparing speed. Shunpo is his only real expression of Hohō which is enough for him as he cannot create speed clones nor employ the technique of Utsusemi. He much prefers to emply the abilities of his Zanpakuto when he wishes to travel quickly.
- Kidō -
(Master)
No stranger to the demon arts, Genji is a master-level Kidō practitioner. Often using it in conjunction with his sword play during fights he uses it as a method of entrapping his opponents, not giving them a seconds rest. His favorites in the way of Bakudō are No.21 Sekienton and No.62 Hyapporankan. When it comes to offensive Hadō spells Genji keeps it simple, most notable employing No.58 Tenran and No.63 Raikōhō.
- Fighting Style -
"Bāsuto...Tonbogiri!" Genji was consumed by spinning winds, preventing the primal hollow from following his movements. With a cringing screech it lunged from the rain-soaked road towards the Shinigami captain, clawing through the whipping gale he failed to land a strike. In the same moment the creature realized Genji had gone, a blade was bearing down on his shoulder blade splitting the glacier white skin. Almost severing the entire arm, the Hollow fell back down from the sky crashing into the puddles below. Genji stood alone with his Zanpakuto released and aching for more, "Ha! is that all you have? pick yourself up and come at me like the monster I know you are!" an explosion of air echoed throughout the dimly lit street as Genji charged. The smile on his face was wiped clean as the dust settled, the hollow was ready for him. With it's arm somehow healed it too jumped towards the Shinigami, the two clashed mid-air sending out a small shock wave pushing the rain drops around them.
Splitting off from one another the hollow threw a swipe only to be parried, equally the return strike was forced away. "Good! Genji exclaimed, his face filled with a smile. "But not good enough..." Genji jabbed his fist into the Hollows shoulder, simultaneously prodding the pommel of his Zanpakuto into its kneecap. Collapsing backwards Genji launched his knee into the beasts jaw causing it to crack before being shortly followed by a squeal. It was not finished however, turning its body to throw out a leg it almost caught the Captain by surprise but only forced him backwards. In quick fashion Genji crouched and charged again, "Time to end this!".
Blade sparked against claw as the two tested each others strength. Grinning as he took his hand from the Zanpakuto and pointed it at the beasts chest Genji chuckled, "Hadō 1...Shō!" The Hollow was thrust backwards giving Genji the inch of space he wanted, he spun on the spot grabbing his weapon back in his empty hand. Slashing across his opponents face he was sprayed with blood. The flailing hollow clawed at its wound letting lose a dying scream before dissipating into nothing, leaving only the echo of its last breath. "Ahhh, you messed up my Haori!" Genji sighed as he brushed at the blood, "But good fight." he bowed as his Naginata Zanpakuto spun into a cyclone and reverted to its sealed state.
- Theme Song -
- Wielder -
Yori Fujimoto (male)
- Rank -
Jakakumei Leader
- Zanpakuto -
Hankosuru, Himitsumori (Defy, Keeper of secrets)
- Form -
When released Himitsumori takes the form of a smaller Wakizashi.
- Shikai -
Himitsumori has the ability to transform the Reiatsu that Yori leaks out into Reishi, giving it mass and a physical presence. Whats more this Reishi concentrates together to form mirrors, as the very Reishi itself is reflective.
Himitsumori implements these mirrors in a very devious way. One mirror can completely absorb the light that strikes it and reflect it from a different mirrors surface. In Lehman terms this means you can alter the position in which people, objects and even landscapes appear. Whilst seemingly simple this ability has shown to unlock millions of possibilities whilst fighting and has served Yori incredibly well.
Whilst this Zanpakuto has hundreds of combinations in it's use, Yori has but a few that he prefers to stick to.
1. Firstly, and perhaps most simply, Yori can place mirrors just in-front and above his sword before he swings for his opponent, doing so means he can take the light that hits the mirror in-front of his sword and reflect it from the mirror above his sword making it seem his strike is a lot higher that it actually is. It is a simple technique in Yori's eyes however it makes his strikes incredibly hard to dodge as you don't see where they are truly coming from.
2. Used as a diversion technique this ability is easy to use. Creating a mirror in-front and behind himself along with multiple mirrors at each side, Yori can absorb the light from the mirror behind him to display out the mirror in-front of him, essentially making him invisible, all the while he can absorb the light from the mirror in-front of him and display it on each of the mirrors by his side making it look like there are multiples of himself that are in a sense, illusions. He can move these mirrors around too giving him clones of himself to confuse the opponent and to mask his strikes.
3. By creating a mirror just in-front of his opponents face Yori is able to completely control what they see with out them noticing. He can create mirrors from almost anywhere and display their light through the mirror in-front of his victims. Generally using this when fighting two opponents he places a mirror in-front of himself whilst he fights one opponent which 'sees' all of their actions and display it before the second opponent making it seem as if they are being attacked by their own ally.
4. The fourth technique utilizes Kido or any type of projectile, placing a mirror in-front and one a few feet by its side, Yori can swap the light both reflect with the other making it seem like the projectile will completely miss up until the point of impact at which point the mirror will shatter the instant the projectile hits its mark.
- Bankai -
Bankai, Usomori (Keeper of lies)
(Never been shown to anyone, not even Nobunaga)
- Wielder -
Norio Hayashi (Male)
- Rank -
Captain-level
- Zanpakuto -
Kiribu, Gashadokuro (Cleave, Starving Skeleton)
- Form -
Gashadokuro when released takes the form of a large two-handed Axe with a hammer on the reverse side of the blade.
- Shikai -
In his Shikai state Norio is incredibly slow, however this is balanced by the power of his swings, capable of creating large fissures in the ground and demolishing buildings. The true power of Gashadokuro is the hammer that balances the Axe-head. When swung the large flat hammer-head will punch out a shock-wave that deals large amounts of damage and causes great collateral damage.
Whilst most people believe Gashadokuro to be a simple Melee-type Zanpakuto they never truly respect it's power until they face it in combat. An almost unblockable swing is a dangerous thing to face.
- Bankai -
Bankai, Shohisuru-subete no Gashadokuro (Starving Skeleton that consumes all)
In its Bankai state, Norio's Zanpakuto does not change in shape or size. It also still retains its shock-wave effect, but it gains a more significant ability. Norio is able to change the weight of his Axe at will. Almost instantaneously. This means he can make it as light as a feather when he swings and fights with it, making him furiously fast, yet just before the point of impact he can make it weigh more than mountains. This makes his attacks impossible to block, you will simply be crushed or thrown for miles under the force.
He has been known to smash his weapon into the ground at times, causing an earthquake as he shatters deep rock and sometimes causes tectonic activity.
- Wielder -
Emiko Mori(Female)
- Rank -
Lieutenant level
- Zanpakuto -
Hoippu, Kurikettokaze (Whip, Cricket-Wind)
- Form -
Kurikettokaze when released takes the form of a Rapier.
- Shikai -
As wind-type Zanpakuto, Kurikettokaze has the ability to form blades and spikes using highly volatile winds.
1. With this attack Emiko thrusts her sword forward quickly creating a small bolt of wind to shoot from the tip of the rapier, this bolt can pierce through most materials and although will not cause massive damage it will travel straight through objects. This is a very quick and easy attack and so she uses this a lot giving her almost a ranged weapon.
2. This is a cutting attack in which Emiko whips his sword across her body, this creates a crescent blade of wind that can slice through objects as easily as a sword can.
3. When Emiko parries an opponents sword she can quickly turn her blade and twist it around her opponents, strengthened with a blast of wind this often throws the opponents arm and weapon off the the right giving her a clean shot at their shoulder allowing her to jab and pierce at them quickly before retreating.
4. Probably her most difficult technique, Emiko can sway her blade from side to side, because it is so thin it becomes difficult to see. As she does this she creates multiple blades of wind that mimic her own, when she finally thrusts every single blade thrusts at the same time giving her a 'shotgun' like attack at close-quarters that can often turn people into pin-cushions.
- Bankai -
Bankai, Sebupiku no Kurikettokaze (Cricket-wind of seven peaks)
(Not yet attained for Lieutenant level)
- Wielder -
Chiko Ueda (female)
- Rank -
Captain level
- Zanpakuto -
Nagashi, Aobozu (Sink, Blue Priest)
- Form -
Aobozu, when released takes the form of a two-pronged Halberd.
- Shikai -
Aobozu is a very frightening Zanpakuto in the fact tat it's true ability is almost a time-bomb like effect that is almost undetectable. When released Aobozu beings to steam, letting out incredible amounts of water vapor it can cover an entire area in mist in a matter of minutes. The initial abilities of Aobozu allow Chiko to create 'apparitions' in the mist to fool and scare opponents, making shapes of people they know or screaming ghosts running towards them. It serves as a distraction enough for her to sneak her attacks in and get some strikes on her target.
However he Shikai's true ability is as previously mentioned a time-bomb. It waits until the fight has lasted long enough for Chiko to release her Bankai, that is when the fight for survival really begins.
- Bankai -
Kuiiruyoni hoerutsuki, Satorioaita no Aobozu (Devour the howling moon, Enlightened Blue priest)
In its Bankai state, Chiko's Zanpakuto manipulates the effect of Osmosis. That being this dispersion of water from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. In essence it aims to 'spread' water out as best it can. What is truly terrifying is when one realizes that the human body is 70% water. After a large amount of time has past Chiko can use her Bankai, all the while the water Vapor that her Shikai has been giving off has slowly been replacing the water in her opponents body with new water, the water from her sword. This is why it takes so long. But once she has this hold over her opponent she may begin to use Osmosis to do her bidding. There are only two ways in which to use this technique, neither of which is more pleasant than the last.
1. The first requires Chiko to keep a 'water vapor free zone' in and around her opponent, this will begin to slowly drag the water out of her victims body as it tries to balance the amount both on the inside and outside of their skin. they will begin to visibly steam as they are stripped of hydration, severely depleting their strength and stamina. A scary conclusion is most believe this is the work of the mist that encapsulates them, so many dive out in an attempt to stop it's horrifying effects but to no avail. Running away from the mist only makes it worse as there is less of her Zanpakuto's water around them, so the Osmosis works harder to balance the field and strips the water from their body faster.
2. On the opposite side of the spectrum is by concentrating the mist around the victim. By creating an overabundance of water around their skin the body attempts to absorb it to try and balance the levels. This can lead to horrible swelling and tissue damage as the cells in the victims body begin to drown themselves. Painful to move and starting to bloat this is a fate that makes you wish for death.
- Wielder -
Ayako Tanaka (Male)
- Rank -
Captain level
- Zanpakuto -
Gekido ,Fundotenshi (Rage, Angel of Fury)
- Form -
Fundotenshi when released takes the form of a Nine-ring sword.
- Shikai -
It is rare to see a Fire-Type Zanpakuto that does anything but burn everything to the ground, and initially at least, that's exactly what Fundotenshi aims to do. Capable of shooting large cones of fire from its tip, Ayako does as much damage as he possibly can. His fire is particularly hot and burns almost anything into ash. The more perceptive people will notice that once burned the Ash continues to burn, the firs does not dissipate but continues to stay alive. Fire needs three things, the first is a spark which is the blade of Fundotenshi itself, the second is Oxygen, which unless under-water or in a vacum is generally available. Thirdly however is a fuel. Fundotenshis mechanics work by using Ayako's Reiatsu as a fuel for the fire.
It is more focused that this however, when he burns something the ashes are 'marked' with Ayako's Reiatsu and by absorbing more of his Reiatsu from the air the ashes can continue to burn. With Fundotenshi's ability to manipulate fire this can allow Ayako to manipulate the still burning ashes of everything he burns throughout the fight. This means that the longer the fight continues and the more objects around there are to burn, the more ashes and more powerful he can become.
- Bankai -
Bankai, Hainoumare no Fundotenshi (Angel of fury that is born of Ash)
Hainoumare no Fundotenshi brings the metaphor of the pheonix to life, whilst it doesn't quite make Ayako immortal it allows him to actually set himself on fire. This isn't painful to him and in-fact has slight healing ability, however when in Bankai the true ability is that Ayako can turn himself to ashes almost instantly and then recreate himself from any pile of ashes he currently controls. This makes him almost impossible to strike down in this form and the only way in which one can stop him is by striking out the fire, they must either remove Oxygen or put out all the fire before he can re-light it with his Zanpakuto once more.
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Everblight
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"It was predicted a long time ago, that religion would lose the eternal struggle with science and we would all be better for it. How naive man was in those dark days. The closer we came to mastering the powers of god the more we craved his title. Scientists became fanatical, obsessed with their study into the finer details of physics, biology and chemistry. The old label of magic would not be wrongly applied, in appearance at least, to the modern advancements of technology. Many devoted themselves to this end and many perished from memory, of course there were those few that managed some notoriety in their fields, but of course there was one who led the pack.
His true name was never revealed but he is referred to as Panax. Far exceeding the capabilities of the Einsteins and Hawkings of past ages this mans intellect was unparalleled and has never since been surpassed. This lone man has come closest to the title of god and he has not let the opportunity pass him by. His peers and challengers were amazed by his advancements and in their insignificance opted for devotion rather than suffering in his wake, they realised there was no one who could match his mind and after his years of experiments his body would match his genius. It was not entirely of his own fruition when the Church was founded in his name, although the idea of a church to hail a man of science was alien, Panax did nothing to prevent its inception and implementation.
It is now 2361 AD, 247 years since the Church came to power and humanity has fallen from it's lofty ambition of old and now grapple with constant crime and the struggle of survival. Throughout the upper echelons of the church order wealth and power is commonplace as the rest of humanity was left to fend for themselves.
Almost ninety percent of the earths landmass is now covered in sprawling city slums that spew thick black fog across a once blue sky. The beauty Earth once held dulled over decades, no tropical islands and no pure transparent lakes or oceans. Everything has been adopted a monotone grey visage. However pollution, whilst rife, has become a worry of the past as gigantic terraforming machines often built into the sides of mountains constantly filter the atmosphere of all the poisons that fill it."
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Hello! This is an RP I've had in and around my mind for probably a few months by now. It's designed to be a very gritty and dark RP with a central plot surrounding Panax and his 'Church of Science' in this Sci-Fi RP. The setting will be something not unlike Warhammer 40k in which we will be in a sprawling hive city mostly comprised of slums. How it differs however is in the Galaxy wide strife, the RP will be sticking to Earth (With possible extension to the moon at some point) and aliens are not a part of it. Although there will be possible options to play a less than human character in the format of a ' Miscreation'. In the hundreds of years that the Church of Panax has been in power many scientists have taken to splicing species together with the inclusion of humans.
I'm aiming for this to be a High-casual style RP and whilst I don't mind the quantity you write (In fact I'm in favor of smaller 2-4 paragraph posts) I much prefer quality, so please keep this in mind. As for the rules of the RP I'm going to leave it to your common sense, just don't do anything silly or mess with anyone's character unless it's planned or agreed upon.
I'm looking at having 4-5 players for this RP as I dislike really big groups as it's unwieldy however I want some variation and for everyone to have someone else to interact with all the time.
P.S Please don't steal this idea or taking parts from it without at least asking me first, I'm planning on building this into something big be it on here with others or on my own over a long period of time.
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So, into the meat of the RP. The Church that has been outlined in the opening rules all and rules strictly. Whilst they do not care for the many underhanded goings on of the slums and it's unfortunate people if there are even whispers of you stepping on their toes they will quickly move to silence you. Panax, the pseudo-god of this RP will never actually come out of his hiding and whilst he might delegate orders etc it's unlikely although not impossible depending how this goes that he will be called into action. The Church has 'Clerics' which are essentially Henchmen with the right to do what they like, they will be the main opponent of the RP and they have no problems hiring out thugs to make your lives more difficult.
If you manage to make a big fuss then Panax has seven particularly nasty baddies dubbed the 'Revenant'. Seven beings that are rarely unleashed but still have a horrific reputation and are generally the heralds of Doom. Anyone to have even seen one let alone targeted by one has lived, if they are ever released it's not unheard of for people to evacuate entire city sectors to avoid them.
Now to what we will be doing! I firmly believe in a linear RP with a strong story line that will bond all our characters together. Sandbox RP's can be really cool and it really lets your let loose with creativity but in my experience this ends in people doing their own thing and rapidly becoming bored with nothing to do. I don't want to scare people away but if you are the type of person who likes the weird and quirky and you don't like to restrict your options to much this might not be the RP for you.
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Now with that out of the way, you will be playing a group of individuals who have a particular aversion to the Church and it's ideals. In contrast to the Church of Panax, which is born of science, you will all be partaking in a new underground Church that has reverted to the classic definition of the word as you worship a new God. the RP will center around this group and their resistance to Panax and try to raise the population in a rebellion under the banner of this new God.
This new god, named Kamouraska, will bestow some powers on your characters which will allow them to fight off the forces of the Church. Having said that you will have to be incredibly wary of using these powers because if you are caught or seen using them the Church will begin a witch hunt and you will be hunted until dead, so it is your choice when you choose to reveal your powers and it's up to you to hide your true ideals.
This will be a difficult RP in the sense that I'm not going to go easy on you, much like a tabletop game I'm going to be the GM and I will be throwing up roadblocks and the like for your characters whilst pointing them in the right direction through the use of an NPC whose involvement will most likely fluctuate between being said NPC and possibly my own character in the RP.
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OP
Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
- Clan/town name -
(Either name your town or the group of people, you can name both but just one but as long as we have an obvious name for your people/town)
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
- Clan/town name -
Dzavhan
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
(Either name your town or the group of people, you can name both but just one but as long as we have an obvious name for your people/town)
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
- Clan/town name -
Dzavhan
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
OP
Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
Hello and welcome to the NRP dubbed 'Eclipse'. It is a small scale nation role-play that pit players against each-other and a tyrannical king in their attempts for glory, salvation and in most cases, survival.
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So! what you have all come here for, this will be a nation role-play with strong emphasis on the notable characters of the town or clan you create. Inspired by shows such as 'Vikings' you all control your own settlement and it's leader. Whilst small in the beginning there is some scope to grow, you can befriend or invade your neighbors but obstacles and events will constantly keep you on your feet.
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1- If you wholeheartedly only join NRP's to show your excellence in battle-tactics and to out-fight your fellow RPer then this isn't the RP for you. Fighting is a natural occurrence in NRP's but it is not the focus. We want to make a really cool story with colourful characters and a legendary setting. So if your intent is to simply invade anyone and everyone it's best you close this tab.
2- Myself and Myst3ch are the GM's and as such our decisions are final, whilst we don't mind people voicing their opinions don't drag things out into arguments with us as we will have 0% tolerance.
3- The boring bit. No god-modding or manipulating other peoples nations or characters etc etc. You know the drill, just don't be a dick.
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- Clan/town name -
(Either name your town or the group of people, you can name both but just one but as long as we have an obvious name for your people/town)
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Roster----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- To be completed --
------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Journey So Far-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- To be completed --
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Current Map------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
^ Wonderfully edited by or very own Myst3ch ^
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Basic Premise----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
So! what you have all come here for, this will be a nation role-play with strong emphasis on the notable characters of the town or clan you create. Inspired by shows such as 'Vikings' you all control your own settlement and it's leader. Whilst small in the beginning there is some scope to grow, you can befriend or invade your neighbors but obstacles and events will constantly keep you on your feet.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Plot------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Basic Rules------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1- If you wholeheartedly only join NRP's to show your excellence in battle-tactics and to out-fight your fellow RPer then this isn't the RP for you. Fighting is a natural occurrence in NRP's but it is not the focus. We want to make a really cool story with colourful characters and a legendary setting. So if your intent is to simply invade anyone and everyone it's best you close this tab.
2- Myself and Myst3ch are the GM's and as such our decisions are final, whilst we don't mind people voicing their opinions don't drag things out into arguments with us as we will have 0% tolerance.
3- The boring bit. No god-modding or manipulating other peoples nations or characters etc etc. You know the drill, just don't be a dick.
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(Either name your town or the group of people, you can name both but just one but as long as we have an obvious name for your people/town)
- Population -
(Everyone will start at 250 population)
- Location -
(Where are you on the map? we will edit it in)
- Reputation -
(How others see you, how you intend to play your people, Aggressive? Friendly? Untrustworthy? Bear in mind you cannot put 'Trustworthy' and then double cross everyone you meet, be honest)
- History & Culture -
(Self explanatory)
- Clan Traits -
(The things you clan is known for, exotic items? great warriors? Just try not to all pick the same thing)
- Clan Leader -
(This will probably be the POV you post from so design him like any other character, he will be your main RP subject even though you control the entire town.)
(Name, Age, Small personality, small history)
- Other Notable Figures -
(These are the other people that you might switch to from time to time and people who will involve themselves or get involved into any story lines you make or include yourself into)
(Name, Age, position, very small personality & History)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Roster----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Journey So Far-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Current Map------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
^ Wonderfully edited by or very own Myst3ch ^
OP
Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
[Hider=Pirate][/Hider]
- Name -
Long 'Bones' Jones
- Age -
30
- Gender -
Male
- Appearance -
- Position -
Boatswain
- Personality -
Being quite a jovial character Bones is an easy man to get on with. A man of quick wit with a sharp tongue to match he is not the best person to get into an argument with. Even so he generally holds his friends and crew-mates in high regard, regularly jesting with them he is often the man to lighten the mood. He is not pragmatic, but is a person who lets history run its course and acts according to his impulses.
Being the boatswain Bones does have to be strict at times, whilst he rarely admits it he is in fact proud of the condition he keeps the Coral Pearl in. He is not overly cruel as would be expected from a tyrannical pirate, but instead tries to keep bloodshed to a minimum.
Ultimately Bones is the funny one, the one who makes you laugh and the one who you enjoy to have around. There are times however, when he gets that look in his eye, and you are instantly reminded what he is, a Pirate.
- Special Skill -
He has some skill with a sword and at least knows how to shoot straight with his flint-lock pistols, but Bones is horrifyingly adept with the multiple small daggers he hides among his person. With one in each hand he can unleash a flurry of attacks slicing and cutting his opponents to victims to shreds. At times he can throw them but he generally refrains from doing so as each of his daggers have been collected throughout his various and nefarious adventures, so they have a special kind of sentimental value to him.
Bones is also the man to see if you ever want something fixed. With a somewhat 'outside the box' view on the world he can genearlly attempt a problem at an initially confusing angle, nobody really knows how (Not even Bones), but his attempts generally accomplish the problem he is presented with.
- History -
[Sure you can reveal extreme stuff during our journey, but we still need to know something about you.]
- Reasons for Piracy -
[Out of everything in the world, you decided to defy the law and find treasure. Why?] (This could coexist with your History.)
- Name -
Long 'Bones' Jones
- Age -
30
- Gender -
Male
- Appearance -
- Position -
Boatswain
- Personality -
Being quite a jovial character Bones is an easy man to get on with. A man of quick wit with a sharp tongue to match he is not the best person to get into an argument with. Even so he generally holds his friends and crew-mates in high regard, regularly jesting with them he is often the man to lighten the mood. He is not pragmatic, but is a person who lets history run its course and acts according to his impulses.
Being the boatswain Bones does have to be strict at times, whilst he rarely admits it he is in fact proud of the condition he keeps the Coral Pearl in. He is not overly cruel as would be expected from a tyrannical pirate, but instead tries to keep bloodshed to a minimum.
Ultimately Bones is the funny one, the one who makes you laugh and the one who you enjoy to have around. There are times however, when he gets that look in his eye, and you are instantly reminded what he is, a Pirate.
- Special Skill -
He has some skill with a sword and at least knows how to shoot straight with his flint-lock pistols, but Bones is horrifyingly adept with the multiple small daggers he hides among his person. With one in each hand he can unleash a flurry of attacks slicing and cutting his opponents to victims to shreds. At times he can throw them but he generally refrains from doing so as each of his daggers have been collected throughout his various and nefarious adventures, so they have a special kind of sentimental value to him.
Bones is also the man to see if you ever want something fixed. With a somewhat 'outside the box' view on the world he can genearlly attempt a problem at an initially confusing angle, nobody really knows how (Not even Bones), but his attempts generally accomplish the problem he is presented with.
- History -
[Sure you can reveal extreme stuff during our journey, but we still need to know something about you.]
- Reasons for Piracy -
[Out of everything in the world, you decided to defy the law and find treasure. Why?] (This could coexist with your History.)
OP
Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
~ HELLBENT ~
~ Libera tutemet, ex inferis ~
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Hello and welcome to Hellbent, a tale of sell-swords and Necromancers. This will be a character driven dark and gritty role-play, hopefully with some playful wit thrown in. I'm looking for probably 3-5 people to play a group of mercenaries that will be hired by the Barron Tygrim to go out into the wilderness to collect a mans head. I'm looking for High-casual standards, I would like between 3-5 paragraphs per post any less is not really enough and any more gets tedious to read, at least for me. I like quality over quantity.
In other news this will be a low fantasy RP your characters will not have any magical ability nor will they be used to seeing it, they cannot tackle rhinos to the floor but instead will bleed out to sword wounds etc. Your human, act like it. I will not be forcing death on anyone obviously but I like it to be a possible outcome, if your character does die then feel free to make another but with the small size of this RP I'm sure it will be heavily discussed beforehand. The technology level will be medieval era, not so much full plate all round but leather and chain armour etc. I'm sure you get the idea.
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Being a mercenary your quite used to travelling from city to city. Whether your finding new contracts or cashing in on existing ones, none of you are strangers to the 'ins and outs' of the job. As fate would have it you find each other in the same city. Embedded into the mountain-side is the impressive city of Persk. Tall stone towers watch over the bustling hub of civilization. Walls are covered in white and blue, the colours of Persks patron. At first you do indeed think it odd to find so many others with whom you share a profession, gathered in the same place at the same time, but it soon dawns on you that the reason you personally came here will most likely answer the question.
An open invitation! to any and all mercenaries who find themselves in need of a contract, and whom can swiftly find themselves in Persk within the next few days. The Barron is in need of good men with fighting skills who can accomplish any task set before them, anyone who answers will be handsomely rewarded at quests end and will forever find themselves in the debt of Barron Tygrim.
A book, no, Tome was stolen from the Barron by an unknown person and you lucky few are tasked with its retrieval. We have a small amount of information as to where to find this person but for the most part you will be by yourselves. Of unknown origin and equally clouded intentions this man has been labeled as a traitor to the Barron and his household and you are permitted to dispatch him in any means you deem necessary.
Whilst it is not imperative it is greatly suggested that you each work together upon this quest as if this favor is completed quickly your rewards will only be greater.
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1- The boring bit. No god-modding or manipulating other peoples characters etc etc. You know the drill, just don't be a dick.
2- I am the GM's and as such my decisions are final, whilst I don't mind people voicing their opinions don't drag things out into arguments with me as I will have 0% tolerance. I try not to bite but I will bite back.
3- Have fun, hopefully we can make something really cool. I would like this to last for a while.
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- Name -
(Self explanatory)
- Appearance -
(A picture is fine but a small description would be nice. Please no anime, try to find serious pictures.)
- Personality -
(Also self explanatory. A window into what your character will be like among the other Mercenaries)
- Excerpt -
(I would like only a small 2 paragraph taste of what your writing style is like, I'm looking for good writers who can really enjoy using their characters as I think that will make this RP successful)
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-- To be completed --
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This is the map to the land the RP will be set in, I'm not good at editing images in the slightest and that's why it has pre-existing labels on it for land names etc, if any of you who enjoy image editing would like to lend me some help in the map modification if would be greatly appreciated (also with the banner up there ^).
Anyway for the RP the city of Persk will be situated on the western front of the mountainous spine in the middle of the map, the part that almost makes a little alcove. That's where you begin.
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Being a mercenary your quite used to travelling from city to city. Whether your finding new contracts or cashing in on existing ones, none of you are strangers to the 'ins and outs' of the job. As fate would have it you find each other in the same city. Embedded into the mountain-side is the impressive city of Persk. Tall stone towers watch over the bustling hub of civilization. Walls are covered in white and blue, the colours of Persks patron. At first you do indeed think it odd to find so many others with whom you share a profession, gathered in the same place at the same time, but it soon dawns on you that the reason you personally came here will most likely answer the question.
An open invitation! to any and all mercenaries who find themselves in need of a contract, and whom can swiftly find themselves in Persk within the next few days. The Barron is in need of good men with fighting skills who can accomplish any task set before them, anyone who answers will be handsomely rewarded at quests end and will forever find themselves in the debt of Barron Tygrim.
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Hello and welcome to Hellbent, a tale of sell-swords and Necromancers. This will be a character driven dark and gritty role-play, hopefully with some playful wit thrown in. I'm looking for probably 3-5 people to play a group of mercenaries that will be hired by the Barron Tygrim to go out into the wilderness to collect a mans head. I'm looking for High-casual standards, I would like between 3-5 paragraphs per post any less is not really enough and any more gets tedious to read, at least for me. I like quality over quantity.
Apart from that this will be a low fantasy RP your characters will not have any magical ability nor will they be used to seeing it, they cannot tackle rhinos to the floor but instead will bleed out to sword wounds etc. Your human, and I would appreciate it if you acted like it. The technology level will be medieval era, not so much full plate all round but leather and chain armour etc. I'm sure you get the idea.
OP
Everblight
Member
Seen
7 yrs ago
Shinigami
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Name -
Genji Yusugi
Age -
178, around 22 in appearance
Gender -
Male
Height & Weight -
6'4 - 286lbs
Hair & Eyes -
Reddish-brown Hair and Green eyes
Division -
1st
Physical Description -
Wide, chiseled features give Genji a more welcoming face than his build would suggest. High cheek bones and a strong square jawline surround the broad nose at the center of his face, sat firmly above his dull peach lips and topped by the sunken sockets of his eyes. Being bright Green in colour they're complimented by the rough, reddish-brown hair atop his head, sufficed to say it sets him apart from most in a crowd.
Years of enthusiastic work-outs have sculpted his particularly impressive physique. Muscles intertwined with sinew press underneath his skin, pushing the veins to the surface of his hands and forearms. It wouldn't be absurd, once his back and abdomen are revealed, to believe he is constructed from brick rather than flesh and bone. There is an obvious and conscious effort to keep himself in such shape.
As far as clothing goes Genji is of course required to wear his Shihakusho, however it is edited to the degree that it has no sleeves. It gives him more freedom and lets him show off his arms when the situation calls for it. When in the midst of battle Genji is not adverse to taking his Shihakusho off his shoulders entirely, leaving just the lower half of his body covered. Genji typically wears his sword at the waist, to the left.
It is rare to see Genji out of his Shinigami uniform as he can rarely differentiate cloths for comfort opposed to those for duty. Nevertheless he does in-fact own a teal Kimono that he generally keeps in his barracks quarters and only wears when he bathes or his Shihakusho is unavailable.
Personality -
A pragmatist at heart, Genji is a man who lets fate run its course and acts according his instincts. Whilst he can be quite wild at times he is always jovial and respectful of friendships, he regards the bonds he makes with his fellow Shinigami highly and similarly admires people who treat his friendship with sincerity and compassion.
Being a virtuous man Genji is fond of using himself as an example to his friends and Squad members. His confidence in himself, his Zanpakuto and his overall fate has pushed him to ever greater heights. When faced with difficult situations he prefers the path of bravery and action, regardless of the consequences being potentially fatal.
Genji often makes an impression on his opponents, he likes to test himself in new ways and jumps at the chance to fight those with unusual abilities. Preferring to fight one on one, he rarely loses his cool even when faced with a powerful opponent. Genji tries to enjoy the fight, going as far as to make sarcastic remarks to actually spur on his attackers and make them more open.
In contrast to his fighting style, Genji tries to keep bloodshed to a minimum. Despite his love for battle and destruction he has a very visceral sense of death and eternity, it is something that always rears its head as fights come to a close.
To Genji a selfless leader who isolates himself from his friends to die for ideals is nothing but a fool. He respects a figure who is inspiring and leading to his people, instead of a distant loner who concerns himself only with protecting and saving himself. This is the kind of leader he strives to become. Ultimately, he would grieve and weep over his losses and mistakes, but he would stay true to himself and never regret decisions he has made.
Positive Traits -
Caring - Despite his jokes and jovial nature, Genji knows when it is time to be serious. Most importantly he can see in others when they need a serious touch. He cares a lot for those around him and has always had the keen eye for the weaknesses in friends. It is at these times that he can take someone aside and give them advice, he can ensure them and give them the confidence that they are lacking as if Genji believes you are under-selling yourself, it's probably true.
Adaptable - At first sight it is an easy assumption to make that the sum of Genji's mind set and power, is to hit things as hard as he can. He certainly does not shy away from this option but people underestimate his ability to adapt to different situations by using his powers in different ways.
Confident - Genji has always been supremely proud of his achievements and has never had an eschew opinion of himself. Whilst some people might see this as a weakness, in Genji's case it is most definitely a strength. His level of confidence makes him a hard man to shake and thus you cannot phase him via mere words. Action is required.
Humorous - Genji has always been a jovial person. He cracks jokes and enjoys the company of other people who have a similar sense of humour to him. Generally he also takes this into his fighting style, whilst it inevitably becomes more serious he enjoys the chance to 'play' with his opponents. He will crack jokes and give backhanded compliments, trying to persuade them into being more aggressive.
Conscientious - Throughout Genji's life he has been taught to do the task set before him to the best of his ability. Whether it be in life, in which he helped his father, to now where he takes his duties as a Shinigami very seriously. This is partly his reasoning for joined squad one, in which he knows he will be depended on by the highest rank Shinigami in the Gotei 6.
Brave - As previously stated Genji is a supremely confident man, but it is what he does when he knows that he is beaten that makes him a brave one. His confidence makes him an incredibly assured person but when he is physically beaten by an opponent and his confidence can do him no good, it's his bravery that will kick into action, allowing him to push forward even if facing his end.
Competitive - Genji has always enjoyed the challenge that his opponents put forth. He enjoys testing himself against others, working them out like a puzzle before putting the pieces into place so that he can come out on top. This is seen in all walks in life for Genji, whether it be a drinking game with fellow Shinigami to a problematic combatant that boasts they have capabilities beyond his imagining. He knows what he can do, he wants to know what everyone else can do.
Cunning - Similarly to his adaption many people underestimate Genji's mind in problem solving. He has been known to play tricks and to catch people off guard during fights. Using his Zanpakuto in such ways that it clouds his true intentions has become somewhat of a game for him. With the friendly visage Genji has people are often surprised at the specific kind of 'street smarts' he holds. Which on the rare occasion can be akin to true genius.
Virtuous - He plays around sometimes but when it comes to the important decisions that he will have to live with for the rest of his life, Genji is sure he makes the right one. He is a good man at heart and it's a quality in him that shines through to any who pay attention. He believes in good and he has seen few people who are completely 'evil' as he would define it.
Negative Traits -
Boastful - Genji shows almost excessive pride in his accomplishments and abilities. This is somewhat the other side of the coin to his confidence, whilst it can help him in times of hardship it can also damage his reputation with others if they are of the opinion that his opinion of himself is somewhat inflated from what is actually true.
Impulsive - Genji has been known to throw himself into fights before thinking, especially when a particularly enticing challenge is put before him he can follow his urges rather than his common sense. Others can hold him back from these urges but it would be a difficult task, having to force him rather than simply request it.
Dogmatic - Having been taught in the ancient ways of the Samurai and then joining the Shinigami institution, Genji is very conservative in his ideals. He will protect them to the Nth degree and whats more, even if through logical explanation, Others will not be able to break his stubborn mindset. Genji is adverse to change and he dislikes all that is 'new' within the Gotei, preferring to stick to the traditions of old.
Vengeful - Being a proud and confident Shinigami Genji is not altogether happy when he is defeated. If he survives in battle with a combatant, be it a friendly spar or a serious fight, he tends to hold a grudge against that person. This walks hand in hand with Genji's Impulsive spirit, if someone that has previously defeated him happens to appear he will make it his mission to engage them.
Indiscreet - There are those of the Gotei 6, most prominently squad two, who can sneak their way to achieving their goals. Genji is not like this, being the size he is it is almost impossible to catch people by surprise. This means he has to employ tactics and techniques that can catch people of guard rather than purely use natural stealth.
Machiavellian - Genji has been known to employ or suggest tactics that might seem underhanded. This most likely comes from his lifetime in Japan where to protect ones family and ideals you would go to any lengths possible to overcome another. This can help him with dealing with others but when those around him notice this trait in him they begin to question more, Genji is a genuine person but it is actions such as these that make people uneasy around him at times.
Obstinate - Many years and many teachers have taught Genji each and every ideal he holds. He has gotten to an age where he believes he is on the right path in life and that whilst other may be able to teach him life lessons and train him, the foundation of his beliefs are set in stone. He is very stubborn about his opinion, which he is normally very vocal about.
Untidy - Not known for his tidy nature Genji is almost the room-mate from hell, leaving almost everything he owns on the ground he cares little for material things. He is also a messy eater, something which more often than not puts other people off their food. This is something Genji purely doesn't understand, often left to eat alone he wonders what it was he had said.
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Zanpakuto
ゴリアテ
Goriate
[Goliath]
Zanpakuto
ゴリアテ
Goriate
[Goliath]
Zanpakuto Spirit - The spirit of Goriate is quite typical in as much as it is humanoid. Clothed in brown leather, straps and belts along with other small cloths, the majority of his skin is visible. Sunken markings that glow a bright teal colour trace from the soles of his feet all across his body and through to the top of his head which is covered by thick black hair. His eyes, almost whitened out by a similar bright glow make his stare particularly eerie.
It has only been in the past few years that Genji has learnt much more then he imagined about Goriate, the two have a bond almost like a father to a son. In particular Genji has come to realize that the man whom often stands before him, with his green markings and leather bound limbs, is only one part of Goriate. A form he wishes to be seen in but not the true extent of his physical being. The mountain upon which he sits and the inner world Genji is taken too, that is Goriate. He is the mountain.
His Zanpakuto has always seemed a little distant to Genji, he has never talked much but has the uncanny ability to get his point across through a slight change in his demeanor. Genji had died at the tender age of eighteen and he had always felt that he had missed out on the many lessons his father still had for him. Since those dark times and his rebirth into the soul-society, Goriate has almost been like a father figure to Genji. Quiet, unforgiving and often intolerable of Genji's immaturity. However, there has always been respect, and there has always been love, to a degree. Goriate is the part of Genji that he hoped he could become. Genji is almost an apparition, a projection of his past father. This is not because of his suffering, if he had been so attached to that world he might well have become a hollow, but it is Genji's future. His fate to become the man his father was. Goriate is that future, it is a window into what Genji is working towards.
His Zanpakuto is the mountain, it is strong, tall and does not yield to others. It stays still, it does not wander and it does not interfere with others. However, if you are on the mountain, you play it's game, if you do not abide to the mountains rules it will throw you off it's cliffs.
Inner world - Goriate's inner world is very mysterious. Transported to the flat peak of an impossibly high mountain, Genji often finds himself peering downwards, only to realize the ground cannot be seen for the clouds that envelop the mountains waist. It is on this mountain top, generally among an outcrop of boulders and rocks that Genji can find Goriate close to the tiny plateau's edge.
Sealed Zanpakuto - As a sealed Zanpakuto, Goriate does not differ from a typical Katana. It's Saya (Scabbard) is a solid black that compliments the sage green Ito (Cloth braid) and bronze Tsuba (Guard). As is typical with Zanpakuto, Goriate's Tsuba has a distinctive shape. Round and thin, it has three equidistant teardrop-shaped holes spreading from the core to the edge of the guard, creating three small notched in its otherwise smooth edge.
Shikai - Kiretsu, Goriate [Crack, Goliath]
Appearance - Calling out its name, Genji smashes his Zanpakuto to the floor. The ground cracks, breaks and shatters underneath almost as if his Zanpakuto was one hundred times its own weight. A blinding white light explodes from his Zanpakuto, stopping anyone from viewing its transformation. As quickly as the light appeared it fades, Genji holding his newly released Zanpakuto. A two-handed hammer with a head so large it seems unliftable. On the reverse a cone shaped protrusion, to balance the weapons immense size. Grabbing it with both hands Genji swings it in a wide arc, eventually resting it across his shoulders.
Ability - Goriate is an Earth-type Zanpakuto. It's ability is to manipulate earth in such a way that Genji can sprout rock arms and hands from any earthen surface (Rock, Dirt, Concrete, Metal, Wood). These 'attacks' can come in many forms, such as a cluster of clawing, scratching hands that must be dodged else they keep the opponent in place. Alternatively Genji can create single large limbs such as a big hand to obstruct an incoming attack.
The conditions of this ability are that Goriate itself (The hammer) must be in contact with the surface Genji wishes to attack from. Whilst the attack can be from any part of the surface Goriate is touching (E.G I put the hammer on a wall I can sprout the hands from anywhere on the wall) the attack must be withing the bounds of Goriate's spiritual pressure.
This ability is linked to the spirit of Goriate itself, being an extremely powerful spirit it actually holds sway over all the earthen material within it's spiritual boundaries. Genji is not yet mastered it and as such this is the little he can do with its great power. The clawing arms and limbs are a signal of the best that lies within the walls.
- Not yet Revealed -
Bankai - Bankai, Tetsuyama no Goriate [Final Release, Iron Mountain Goliath]
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History
History
Human beginnings - Genji was destined to follow in his fathers footsteps, as was the tradition of the Yusugi family. Being blacksmiths for nearly eighty years they made a name for themselves on a little patch of land tucked away at the tip of Japan. Their land had been through many iterations of government, old men bickered over price and power had replaced the Daimyo and Shoguns of old. The time of Samurai was fading and with it, the principles of honor. Fortunately for Genji, the old ways and traditions were not lost on his father whom, over time, passed them down to him as a child and indeed throughout his life.
From a young age he was taught discipline, the skills it took to run a business and how best to protect what he loved. Working at the blacksmith kept him incredibly active, definitely one of the influences on his determination to stay in shape today. His father was strict but kept his family safe, as the land switched hands many times, it wasn't unheard of for bandits or Ronin to seep into the small towns causing havoc, throwing their weight around to bully the populace. Genji’s father was generally the one that the townsfolk looked to in these times, hoping he would persuade them to leave or if needs be kick them out himself.
From a young age Genji found the duality between protecting family and friends, and opposing those who would threaten them. How he could treat some with such compassion and in the same breadth result to any means necessary to prevent their suffering, no matter who was causing it. It was a thin line of morals to walk, but one that he had inherited from his father and as such one he believed in.
Witnessing what his father had done for the town Genji strived to be just like him, helping out where he could and making sure everyone was civil towards one another he gained quite a reputation as a young boy, bouncing around the houses shouting at the other kids to be nice to one another.
It took a few more years than necessary for him to mature, it was around fifteen when he joined the local Dojo that his father used to be part of. Using wooden swords and mostly being hand to hand combat it was another arena of life that Genji flourished in, and whilst he grew bigger than most of the other kids he was never the bully, much more the teachers pet in fact. He helped out the other students, often letting them try out their techniques on him and over the next few years it was unanimous that he be actually considered an instructor. Of course he was still working at the Blacksmith when his help was needed, his father also growing older, but it was teaching others that really gave Genji purpose.
As much of his childhood that was happy however, it met an unfortunate and bleak end. At the age of eighteen, his father a grey haired man with a tapestry of wrinkles crossing his face, he had almost completely assumed control of the blacksmith. It was his inevitable fate, he knew it, but it had the downside of taking up most of his time, limiting his sessions at the Dojo. It was after one of these rare occasions, under a grey sky, that Genji found himself walking home. Hurrying himself as rain was expected, he heard the sound of a fight, the impact of a punch. Between the wooden houses were a trio of unknown men, circled around a single, younger boy. One of the students at the Dojo. These men were unknown to Genji but he noticed one of them had a sword strapped to his side. Rumours of yet another governor moving in had been widespread for a day or two and Genji expected these men to be a symptom of them. His brow ruffled, he wouldn’t tolerate such a thing in his town. Walking over to the trio, enclosed by the wooden walls he called out, telling them to stop. Trusting his intimidating stature to do most of the work he stood close, towering over the only man with a weapon. The students eyes lit up with relief, a terrified smile curling each end of his mouth.
Unfortunately stature everything and trusting in their numbers the three set upon Genji. A jab to the face, a trip of a leg and ending with an iron grip on the final mans arm he had only just succeeded in stopping him draw his weapon. With a smile on his face he looked upon his student with glee. The eyes of the younger boy saw a different story though. A shadow suddenly appeared over Genji, as much of one that was possible in the already dim conditions, but enough of one to indicate the equally intimidating stature of the man now positioned behind him.
As the rain began to fall a scream of horror shot across the town, in between those wooden walls, atop of the squelching mud, Genji had been struck down. He didn’t know who and he didn't know why it had all happened, why his fate was so. His only memory is of a hooded man, leaning over him only minutes after those bandits had dispersed. Placing a hand on his shoulder and watching the life drain from his eyes. Only five words were spoken,
“This is not the end.”
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A New Life - Genji thought himself lucky to die at the age of nineteen, he was young enough that his death did not overwhelm him, he was still open to new things, ready to adapt to his new surroundings. Equally he was old enough that he could accept his death with a kind of maturity, whilst he found it unfortunate that he had died at such a young age, he was by no means saddened by it. It was exciting to learn there was life beyond life, as it were. A new beginning.
Genji had spent most of his early years in Soul society acclimatizing himself to this new ‘heaven’, as it was so dubbed. Although what he found was decidedly less so. Slums almost akin to those back on earth were spread throughout the Ruknogai, Genji himself was lucky enough to have been taken in by one of the pseudo families that had a significantly higher standard of living. Regardless of this he had a determination to do what he could for those less fortunate than himself, he found himself a job. Working in a shop that wasn’t far from his district but had the reputation for being in a bad neighborhood. he wasn’t even trusted by the owner to look after the shop for many years but through this job he found a way to help the civilians that surrounded it and depended on it. It was obviously something that had carried through from his lifetime, to create and protect a community as he had done with his father.
It took nearly fifty years until Genji had the yearning for something more, something more substantial, something more suited to him. It didn’t take him very long to find a local Dojo, in the richer part of town. It immediately became his second home. He rose from an initiate to an intermediate, all the way to a black belt in little time, more of his past shining through. Genji didn’t realize the strange parallel between his life in the human world and the one he was living in Soul society, it was clouded for him. he could remember faces, maybe a voice or two. He decided not to dwell on it too much, he prefered to focus on the now, the present moment.
One hundred years passed him by at the Dojo, he was amazed at how fast it flowed. How little he physically aged in that time. It was during one of the more sunny days in Rukongai, a breeze strong enough to ease the sunlights burn from his shoulders and nose, that Genji’s attention was caught by a flash of black down a side alley-way. He was passing friends, acquaintances, faces he recognized. The face in the alley way however, memories exploded in his mind, flashing by like fireworks. It was him, the hooded man.
Genji lept out of instinct towards the shadowy figure, whom had taken the chance to spin and flee at equal speed. He came out the other side, a street full of people staring at him, the hooded man nowhere to be seen. Before he could find a sign of the person he was following he found himself mid-air, someone had backed into him. On the floor and muttering curses under his breath, Genji stood back up to find a man in an all black Shihakusho. With a blank expression filling his face, Genji wondered if this man was a Shinigami. He had heard of them, he had been taught about what they do but this was the first one he had seen. He was...admirable. Strong, tall just like Genji was. All the people along the street were not staring at Genji, they were staring at this Shinigami. People moved out of the way for him people respected him and it was all because he did right. He was virtuous, he was a protector of the people a soldier of the Soul society. He was a Shinigami.
Days came and went, all Genji could think about was that Shinigami. It was something...more. He had made a life for himself, humble beginnings of helping out those less fortunate than he, working in the poorer districts, becoming a known entity at the Dojo. They were things to be proud of but they did not make the impact, the difference Genji wished they would. Genji wanted to fight, he wanted his chance to change everything.
From that moment forward Genji had a new aim in his life, a new target to attain. He would become a Shinigami, and although he didn’t know it yet, he was already on the path.
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Obtainable destinies - Genji was assured that it would not be easy to become a Shinigami. He had known so many people in Rukongai, in the Dojo that could become great warriors but they did not have the qualities. Genji was different. He molded his body beyond what it ever was before, he spent days on end training himself, both body and mind all in anticipation of becoming a Shinigami.
One part of his journey that Genji found particularly difficult was the meditation. He knew that he had to connect somehow with his spirit, he had to try and find that part of himself he needed to become a Shinigami. But it was difficult, no matter how hard he tried he couldn’t find his spirit. Genji became angry at his inability to do what must be done, in almost all walks of life he could just grit his teeth and work through it until it was done, but this was different. It wasn’t physical it was mental. For every hour he spent meditating he took three in the Dojo, trying to clear his mind.
He trained alone, when all the other students were done. Days, weeks even months past as he stood alone, unable to reach his goal. He had almost given up, sweating rolling down every inch of his body he stepped out of the Dojo, he took a deep breath and for a split second the thought of giving up flashed in his mind.
That is when Genji noticed. Sat upon the roof, opposite the Dojo, was the hooded man. Staring back at Genji. Stood still, his face stunned, not knowing what to do. The man dropped down from the roof and approached Genji. He was so fixed on this elusive mans face that Genji didn’t realized that everything had changed. The sky, the wind, the floor and the buildings. He wasn’t in Rukongai anymore. He was, on a mountain?
“Do not give up.”
Said the stranger. But he wasn’t a stranger? Genji had the unnerving sense that, he knew this man. His face was recognizable, he had to think hard to remember why exactly he had chased this man into that street. Months ago this man had led him to that street. Was it on purpose?
“Who are you? TELL ME!”
He wasn’t used to being so flustered, he wanted answers. This man, he was part of his life? he had followed Genji into Soul society?
“You are a strong, Genji.”
The man spoke with a deep, resonant voice that calmed Genji’s nerves.
“Many have sought power, the same power you are seeking now. Many fail. You are different, you think that you are not able. You believe you cannot connect with your spirit. You are wrong.”
The black hood slipped back from his head, his cloak slumped on the floor. The man was revealed, belts and leather cloths covering little of his strange skin, glowing green ridges bored into him.
“You are one of the few, who can want something so much, be so determined, that through sheer will you can accomplish it. You are strong, Genji. With me, you will be unstoppable.”
Genji’s eyes widened in realization. Him? he was Genji’s Zanpakuto spirit? All this time he had been led down this path by his own soul? the thoughts were too confusing to Geni. His face a mixture of perplextion and relief. He didn’t understand how, but he didn’t care, he had done it.
“My name, Genji, is…”
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Academy Days - Genji was ready, he had applied to the Shinigami academy and was thankfully accepted. Whilst he was only a rookie, he had some signature of spiritual power, and it was noticed in him by the Seireitei. He still had to learn a lot. Genji found it difficult at times to get the hold of things, Kido and Shunpo were so alien to him it took him more time than he cared to admit to accomplish something in either field. But he never gave up, people could see his struggle, people could see there were some things he wasn't designed to do, but his hard-faced determination clawed him through, just as it had in Rukongai. Of course there were instances in which Genji was perfectly suited. Hakuda, Zanjutsu.
He also found it very easy to make friends during his academy days, with a mixture of hard-faced show offs who he often held personal competition, and those nervous few that had been roped into the academy due to their spiritual potential.
It took Genji six years in the academy, it was little compared to the time he had spent in Rukongai. He was closer to his goal, he was closer to being the protector of the people he was hoping to become. However, what he didn't know, was that being a Shinigami would change him. It would offer new challenges, it would displace his goals and replace them with hopes he wouldn't have dreamt of before. Genji believed he was on the path to greatness, was this true? Or was he walking a much more dangerous path...
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