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Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Fantasy RP ~ Roleplay Thread

FrozenEcstasy said
So is there a certain place we should start right now? O.O

That's a good question, I was assuming he was gathering everyone LORD OF THE RINGS style.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Fantasy RP ~ Roleplay Thread

The irridescent feathers of a predatory bird were jammed carelessly between the jaws of a large crepuscular cat. It had managed to catch the poor avian when the damned sound of a mans scream had spooked the flock. Between lofty leaves and tangling vines, it could almost see the red-haired woman attempting her best to break her hand on the poor bastards bloodied face.

Her jabs at this point were fatiqued and ineffective, and she could barely keep herself upright in the sitting position on his chest. Whoever the man was, dressed in leather regalia with a moleskin cape, he was almost certainly dead. If he wasn't, nature had a habit of consuming and reusing the dead. She was almost certain she'd seen some form of Jaguar nearby.

Lifting herself from whatever the name of the bloodied pulp below her was, she reached into her cloak and removed a folded map. The sun, as much of it as she could see from the lower canopy, seemed to have moved forward at least three hours. There would be many stragglers at this point and she had at least a few moments before she'd need to meet again with the others. It was foolhardy to be alone at night in these woods, many of the preternatural forces and nocturnal wildlife were far more active at that time. Dusk wasn't nearly as deadly, but certainly not safe.

It was hard to tell in the murky brown waters of the lake whether her face had any blood of it. It was almost certain, so she washed her face off anyway. It was a small comfort as the mosquito's wouldn't leave even if you asked politely. She drank from the water, refilled her flask, and walked off from the mushy sedge of the shore. When she had returned the mans body was gone, from the looks of it he was dragged into some brush nearby. He was either bleeding out and dragging himself off, or the Jaguar had found him.

She walked along the trail of blood and crushed foliage. Eventually, in a few minutes time, it led to the man slumped against a tree, an arrow pinned through his chest. Looking up, Jovalyn saw her brother, Rodrick, who hailed her with a simple wave. He had wavy red hair and thin stubble, with ghastly pale skin. Through a series of complex maneuvers and flips, he found himself on the ground floor. He was quite the acrobat, though Jovalyn herself found it far too impractical for her tastes.

Rodrick grinned and gestured to the corpse, “Found this bleeder trying to make his way back to wherever he came from. Looked like someone had bludgeoned him.” This reminded Jovalyn that her hand still hurt. “Anyway” Rodrick continued. “How'd your hunt go?”

Jovalyn looked at the body, then back at Rodrick and said, “Not badly.”

Compendium Of Enduwin

Jovalyn

Character Sheet

Essential Information
Name/Aliases: Jovalyn
Sex: F
Race: Human
Age: 26
Appearance: Like many of The Court, Jovalyn is thin and pale, indicative of centuries of inbreeding. Red hair falls onto broad shoulders. Thin lips purse into something less than a smile, but more than frown. Her eyes are diamond like and filled with general dislike for something, you probably. Her long fingers flex and grip in a way that suggests she could most definitely strangle you.

She is neither noble nor common and the way she moves does not suggest a grace delicate, perhaps lithe. If she has any muscle, it is likely tight against her skin. Her outfit is extremely ceremonial and many would come to the conclusion that it should be worn in the forest, with cloth leaf emblems and gold laced sashes and tight leather leggings covered with a pleated green skirt from which dangles several brown pouches. The tunic she wears is loose, almost poofy and held down at the arms by leather arm guards.

If you like pictures!

Personality: A firm believer in victory being equal if not exactly the same as being right, Jovalyn is not a pleasant person if you're on the end she doesn't like. Callous and in some cases cruel, she is more likely to break your legs than resolve things in a more pleasant way. Even given that, she's a great ally to have if you don't mind cutting throats in the dark and the occassional government overthrow, as she values life. Maybe not your life in particular, or your friends, possibly not even your kins. But life all the same.

Open to extreme bouts of emotion and in light terms extremely opinionated on anyone from the lands of Old Cairn (believed to be the antithesis of life), she's certainly passionate. Whether that passion leads to helping a friend or jabbing a blade in the region of the kidney is hard to say.

History: A native of the DuFair jungles, Jovalyn is an experienced trapper and general throat slitter. Trained in finding, following, and generally destroying those seeking the DuFair forest for any reason, she's also been blessed by blood to the forest. She has had this position from a young age, as very few in The Court live as non-militants. Her parents are, like many of the court, related by close lineage.

She has had some special treatment given her status as blessed, which has allowed her the privilige of marrying her second brother as opposed to an (unwilling) outsider. This will of course require a trial by combat and if either survive, they will be allowed marriage.

Optional Information
Equipment: Given that the position of forest guardians is both ceremonial and an actual military position, Jovalyns garb is a mixture of practicality and flouncy sashes. Mostly dyed cloth from the sticky sap of the Dowr trees, it doesn't serve well as armor but provides plenty in the means of free movement. Carries a spear made from hardened blackened wood from a burnt bark and far less fancy shortbow.

Faction (If any): The Court of a Dowr Wood

Marital Status: To be wed to her second brother, by right of combat.

Magic (Mundane or Arcane): Arcane, the forest generally seems to act in her benefit. Grass rises where she steps, hiding passage, leaves and pines cast long shadows to hide her from sight, and vines snap at those would harm her. Of course, this requires her to actually be conscious as the forest actually isn't doing this by itself as much as The Court would like to believe.

Skills: Being a Warden of the Wood, Jovalyn is an experienced tracker and marksman. While certainly capable of swinging a sword or impaling with a spear, she is not a frontline combatant nor is she even the greatest in ability at her work. The Wardens rely on their allies and wits more than individual strength. Given that, her endurance is rather remarkable for her frame and she is capable of functioning and hunting in many environments.

Faction/Organization Sheet

Essential Information
Name: The Court of a Dowr Wood

Location: DuFair

Purpose: The Preservation of DuFair
History: The blood that cakes the fertile ground of DuFair flows into its vines. The throbbing hum of life can be heard by those who have lived long in the cruel fall of collosal highrises and entangling lianas. Few civilizations have thrived here and even fewer have continued to thrive. The settlement of The Court, though lesser known and perhaps mythical to many, has survived through a combination of unerring vigilance and lack of contact with the outside world. Those who have had the rare opportunity (and sometimes misfortune) of meeting them describe a underground network used to ambush invaders and twisting pathways strung from the spire-like trees. This has given them, accurately, a reputation as bandits and terrorists to other local groups.

Convinced they were chosen to guard Naduir's greatest gift to mankind, the DuFair forest, The Court has relatively hostile relations to those inside their sphere of influence. The damage to the Foraiysh woods has not been lost to them and there has been some inner conflict as to whether Foraiysh should be protected to preserve DuFair.

It goes without saying that inbreeding has been extremely common place, besides the odd kidnapping here and there. While this has caused defects in mind, usually revealed as a very particularly psychopathy, it has also preserved a particular form of magic. This magic is unfortunately also tends to come with the psychopathy. The sages believe this to be the divine will of Naduir, who grants her favorite champions a great but fearful boon. This boon makes the user more animal than man.Thankfully this usually actually more helps than hinders their goal, as the cruel thrive in the DuFair shade.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

NewSun said
I welcome the challenge ;) No but I wouldn't do that without due reason. I'm not a buttwrench. And hey, as long as Sariloth is available to fly Eeiys over the Gate when the quest is over, i'm sure they'll get along just fine.

That's a terrifyingly specific goal.

Fallout RP (Q&A/Recruiting/I will do unspeakable things for applications)

It's set in the far Northeast of Nevada, I should really remake the map BUT it's also located directly next to a NCR and Legion encampment posted near the eastern border, so the conflict is still going on.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

FrozenEcstasy said
I'm excited because I feel like we will cross paths with the Naeri several times in our travels. It'd make sense that Sam would be chosen for ease of travel? And then of course, other reasons, hehe.

I've been looking forward to generally meeting everyone, but Gypsy arabic nomads was pretty high up there. One character idea I had was a rerun of a gypsy like character I had done prior. Also anything involving the words "gypsy" and "caravan" is amazing.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

NewSun said
As in, would a keeper choose to do something good in the name of morality even if it defied the teachings of their god, or do divine teachings take precedent over all actions, good or bad?

Divine teachings take precedence, it's one of the few ways they have of keeping everyone in line.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

NewSun said
Depends, are wardens pro-life of pro-gods, first and foremost?

If it's a Life God, sure! Otherwise, not so much.

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

Edit: DOUBLE POST URGGGGH

Chronicles Of Enduwin ~ Mature Fantasy RP

NewSun said
To my character, weird IS godly. If you're not godly, you're just a great guy.

We're not going to get along, are we?