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Lmao, it's an unusual day when I'm not playing 2-3 characters at a single time. Mind you, in this case, I'd definitely be sparing with a character like his mentor since, you know, doing otherwise kinda defeats the purpose of my "main" being a novice bender...

But good to know. Sounds like business as usual generally speaking. Now I wait impatiently for judgement day.

@KillamriX88

You're also playing two characters already, in a way. Still really like how you set that up.

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How loose is Republic control in the Lower Ring? If its extremely weak then I have ideas.

@Dog

It's weak in so far as control is established mostly, only, through the RSF. There is fear of Republic punishment for falling out of line and that is what is ultimately keeping people complacent. Of course given how corrupt the Lower Ring is and how undermanned the RSF are, they typically won't interfere violently or in force with something that isn't Bender related. It becomes very problematic, however, for any criminal or civil unrest elements when the full force of the RSF is brought to bear. They can quickly subdue any threats within the walls and if things get out of hand for any reason, this is typically what happens. Beyond that, the bare minimum is used to keep the population happy. It wouldn't take too much for a man to rally others to his cause. It may not last long though.

There's also enough corruption thread through each of the rings that if someone higher up wants things moved or shut down in the Lower Ring, it can happen.

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@KillamriX88 So the reason I added the NPC section was as a way to help players build a world around their character. I think it helps to cement your ideas in the world. It also tends to help open up more avenues for me to move the world around everyone. One of the things I will be doing, after I've gone through and selected which sheets we're keeping, is going around and asking if you'd like to pilot the NPCs or if you'd like me too.

As for other NPCs in the world, they can remian nameless/faceless. Not every corner of the world needs to be filled in, and judging by those who've submitted characters, it doesn't look like it will be a problem when it's not.

Edit: I want to add that I don't expect everyone to be playing two characters. The NPC is our tool to use as needed.

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@Dog To the character, important enough to leave an impression. Many of the NPCs already created are family members or someone who works closely with them. They tend to have some influence on their daily lives and so are worth mentioning. As for power, I'd leave it up to your discretion and if I feel like it's too reaching, I'll let you know.

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@Dog Importance to the character or in regards to their power in the City?

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@Dog I like the fact that this is the very real result of what the Republic is creating and why I appreciate characters like this. I believe it is still a WIP? So far it's looking great and I can't wait to see it when its done. Other comments aside, if it were the final submission I would agree with sentiments on the "Who Are You?", but you've got three days worth of time to make @KillamriX88 stop talking.

That being said, I actually don't talk enough so you're fine, Killamri. Just hold the comments until they're done.

Oh, I can add more onto Mazu Soran. I'll add it into the extras really quickly, thank you! I was really feeling the Upper Ring or Underground while writing him as a character, I decided to go Upper class last minute.

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That's my fault for not being very clear with some of my instructions, especially the NPC part and how much I wanted. I thought I knew exactly what I needed to start the game, especially after having run it before, but every time I do and people start coming through, new eyes tell me what I'm not seeing. Thanks for expanding on his lore!

EDIT: I'm too damn slow with replies. Let me check it out Odd.

EDIT 2: Looks good! Thanks for the addition!

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@canaryrose I absolutely love her and the way she thinks. She fits perfectly in the world and even better, from what you've provided, I can really get a sense for how she feels about living in it. Her fears as a Bender but also the need to burn brightly while also trying to avoid getting killed. It translates perfectly. Wonderful addition of the sport as well.

I know you may still edit a few items but the sheet so far needs no changes. Very very nice job!

@OddApproved I'd missed this earlier (I apologize, it's been a long weekend), but Katakuri is only missing an NPC. Also wanted to tell you now that I'm less busy that he drips Upper Ring and I do love the goodest bois.

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The lower ring is an absolutely perfect place for radicalization. You have unwashed masses of poverty-stricken laborers and workers - the poorest of the poor. What I envision my character being is a self-educated factory worker that peddles radical ideology while also organizing the means to commit revolution against the Republic for a better future.

@Dog

I totally agree. There is plenty in place in the Lower Ring to push this and plenty the City has to fight back to create a nice environment of political unrest that would reach all the way to the palace in the Central Ring. I would definitely be interested in seeing this character brought to life.

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@OddApproved This already looks great! No changes needed as far as I'm concerned. Thanks for the submission!

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@trenenp Thanks for making the changes! I may have one more for you but I'll shoot you a DM about it in a bit. It will concern Fuyuki's family.

@Dog This game isn't intended to be very political. Despite the setting and how widespread we may be at the start, the goal is to have us eventually grouped together and moving in one direction (not strictly on a railroad) on a more adventure romp with 'quests' and such. That being said, someone who is good at navigating politics may be helpful in more places than just the City and ultimately, later, any lasting changes could only be made by someone who's comfortable in that space. As long as you're aware of that, I think a type of character like this would really work well with what the story needs.

Before this dissuades you, I think I'd really like to see what you're wanting to make.

EDIT: Grouped together and moving in one direction on a more adventure romp with 'quests'.