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Pieces of 8: Bones of the North

Hey guys! Wonderful posts and great activity in the good 'ol Pieces of 8 thread here. It does a GM good to see such. On that note however, my esteemed Co-GM and I would like to get a new headcount for the RP. Just want to update the cast and know who we need to wait on or not. Thanks guys and gals!

The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

My ACOG is itching for a target. Well, ok, Ham Sam-wich's is.

Pieces of 8: Bones of the North

Great posts! Bravo, bravo! Great job freeing orcas there Grainy as well. I will be most proud to provide coffee for this esteemed bunch. Sumatra or Kona blend? I'll go with Kona since we're having coconut in our breakfast.

So...how're things everybody?

The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

If I'm not mistaken, I think that the SDM-R would be used since it's chambered to the same caliber as the other rifles in the squad.

Pieces of 8: Bones of the North

I was actually picturing the jump scene from Free Willie for this moment lol

The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

Just curious, but how many players are we waiting on before the shit hits the fan for 1st Platoon?

The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

Nice, thanks. What a combination.

The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

PFC Sam Hammond

I know this is a Marine, I just like the picture.

Name: Sam Hammond
Nicknames: Answers to “Ham” or when his platoon mates are feeling particularly loving, “Ham Sam-wich.”

Nickname Origin: It’s a simple shortening of his last name combined with his first.

Do they like this nickname? Doesn’t mind it, but doesn’t favor it. Sam will answer to just about anything.

Birth Date: January 18th, 1991 (Age 23)
Place of Birth: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Ethnic Background: Caucasian with familial ties to England and Scotland.
Religion: Atheist
Degree of Religious Belief: Strong. Sam detests the influence that organized religion has had on the world, and he blames it for many of the issues that plague humanity. War being among them.
Role in the Platoon: Designated Marksman
Job Satisfaction: Sam joined the Army after flunking out of his first year of college at Western Kentucky University. Being a lover of practical knowledge, and a devout patriot, Sam found his niche in the military. Sam completed a tour in Afghanistan as a rifleman in the 1st Infantry Division before completing Ranger School. He has since completed a second tour of Afghanistan as a member of the 75th Ranger Regiment, and it was during this tour that he was selected to be the DM of his fire team.
Sexuality: Heterosexual
Marital Status: Not married, and no children. Sam is a womanizer who finds the institution of marriage ridiculous.

Height: 6’-0”
Weight: 175 lbs.
Body Type: Athletic
Eye Colour: Green
Needs Glasses?: No. He has sharp 20/15 vision.
Skin Tone: Generally fair except for portions of his skin that receive continual sun.
Face Shape: Well defined and angular.
Prominent Features: Sam can be described as handsome, though his face does not possess anything that is overly striking. He has a large tattoo that rides on his left shoulder of a coiled rattlesnake with a banner that reads “Don’t Tread On Me.”
Natural Hair Colour: Dark brown/black.

Pace of Speech: His pacing is average, though when excited it seems to slow somewhat.
Voice Tone: His voice is low with a melodic quality that lends itself to singing.
Accent/Dialect: Sam has a distinct southern-drawl, but it is not so thick that it hinders understanding of his speech.
Habitual Phrases/Words: The use of the “F” word is prevalent in Sam’s speech, and he utilizes the phrase “Fuckin-A” on a consistent basis.
General Vocabulary Level: Sam is well read and has an above average vocabulary. Due to his lack of more formal education his use of these words is not always accurate.
Speech Pattern: Sam doesn’t speak much, and when he does it is often quiet and confident. He occasionally has a difficult time being understood over radio comms due to his low voice level.
Mannerisms: It is rare for Sam to gesture other than for specific portions of speech. He is generally calm and still, with many of his friends saying he can’t get out of “ninja mode.”
Postures: Laid back and relaxed, Sam does not epitomize the normal military stereotype of board-straight and attentive.
Gestures: He gestures very little, though when applicable he likes to draw his forefinger across his throat in a mock movement of slicing it open.

Personal Habits: Sam reads continuously, and is not without a well-worn paperback wherever he goes. Though generally quiet, he loves to debate politics and religion. He also is a habitual user of chewing tobacco, though he prefers Timberwolf Long Cut Wintergreen.
Sleep Habits: Of all the skills that Sam possesses, he is most proud of his ability to sleep just about anywhere and at any time.
Special Skills/Talents: Sam is an accomplished marksman and a lover of firearms. He is also an avid rock-climber, and he is comfortable with many different styles of ropes and knots. Though not particularly useful, he also prides himself on how much alcohol he can hold down.

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The Eagle and the Dragon (High-Realism Modern Mil-Technothriller)

Will you accept players that have no experience in realistic military RP's? I'll admit I have never been a part of one, but military history and modern military literature are genres that I find very interesting. Just wanted to ask before I put the work in on a CS.

Thanks.

Pieces of 8: Bones of the North

I'm doing well! Just working my way through editing fire reports . I am glad to hear your brain hasn't oozed out of your ears too much. I'm sure your composition will be great!