I will continue to be one of the oldest members of this community in August.
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If you are a fan of Warhammer 40,000 or Age of Sigmar, let me know. Maybe we can put together an RP. I play Ironjawz & Kruleboyz in AOS and Salamanders & Drukhari in 40K.
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Happy holidays, everyone!
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Summer break is almost over. Back to work/school and all that non-fun stuff.
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Bio
I am a veteran of the United States Army and the US Army National Guard. I spent three years on Active Duty serving in the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) at Ft. Carson, CO, and the 3rd Armor Division at Kirch Göns, West Germany. I spent 18 years in the Army National Guard with the 26th Infantry Division "Yankee" and 29th Infantry Division (Light), "The Blue and the Gray". I was deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina with the 29th ID (L) in 2001 - 2002. I have also been reading military history articles and books since I was 10 years old. I do prefer Military Role Plays over all other genres, primarily because I have a vast knowledge of the subject including personal experiences. At the very least, my characters are always veterans.
I have been writing for pleasure for at least 35+ years but only got into forum-based Role Playing about eighteen years ago. I do enjoy Nation Role Plays and get into minute detail when designing my military. The only reason I enjoy excruciating detail in my militaries is because for me, it is fun. My education and experience on this subject afford me the insight to see the depth of the structure. It is not just a General and a large pile of soldiers. If someone wants assistance in designing an army, navy, or air force, please send me a PM. I will help. Please specify what level (echelon) or depth you would like me to go. When I say echelon, I mean Army, Corps, Division, Brigade/Regiment, Battalion/Squadron, Company/Troop/Battery, Platoon, and Squad/Section.
When I was a student in High School, I used to play Dungeons & Dragons. Recently, I have been DMing a 5e campaign of my creation for my son and his friends. 5e is so much less cumbersome than earlier editions of D&D. I do have an interest in Tolkien-esque fantasy-styled Role Plays as well. Time travel has always been a fun genre for me, but to do it well, one must have a firm grasp of historical facts.
There are only a few fanfictions I will participate in; Star Wars and Star Trek are two of them. I want to do an exclusively Klingon RP one of these days. I also avoid Canon characters.
I have real-world martial arts experience. I would love to write an RP about hand-to-hand combat, no fantasy magic chit, just hands elbows, knees, and feet. Maybe the occasional head butt thrown in to mix things up. I trained in Krav Maga for six and a half years. I earned a first-degree black belt in Krav Maga on 3 June 2017.
Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art form that employs practical self-defense techniques drawing forms & techniques from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Taekwando. It is very brutal, demanding, and aggressive. During the seven years I trained, I have bruised two ribs, sustained several muscle pulls, and various lacerations and bruises over my body. I have received a sprained ankle and a fractured wrist. Before the first black belt test, I received a bone bruise to my right shin; where my roundhouse kicks impact. Yet, I am stupid enough to continue training. [Regardless of the physical pain, it is more fun than any other physical activity I have engaged in. Fortunately, the bone bruise healed up prior to the third and final test. EDIT: I did leave the sport over five years ago. :(]
Over two years ago I completed my first novel, a science fiction set in the 24th century. It focuses on a Private Military Corporation solely employed by the earth government. I started a second book in November 2022 and hope to work on that this summer when I have more time.
Send me a PM for a Role Play or if you would like to see what sort of an army I could build for you.
--Gunther (AKA: Old School)
Character Summary
Name: Gunther Aliases: Landain Age: old (I was around when George Washington was a Lieutenant) Birthday: August 12 Ethnicity: French, English, & Seneca (Iroquois Confederation) Location: New England Gender: Male Higher Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science & Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice Occupation: Substitute School Teacher Languages: English, Spanish, German & a little French Years RPing: 18 Preferred RP Section: Advanced or Casual RP Level: Advanced Dedication Level: Moderate Biggest RP Pet Peeve: People who do not communicate with the group and drop. But then, if someone loses connectivity for an extended period, there is no way of knowing. Teach New RPers Or Coach New GM's: Yes
Appearance
Height: 5' 10" (I shrunk!) :( Build: Medium Eyes: Blue Hair: Dark Brown Skin Tone: Moderate to tanned Tattoos/Scars/Piercings: no tattoos or piercings. 1.5” Scar on the back of the left shoulder (dog’s tooth); 5” scar on left wrist (fracture repair procedure); 0.5” scar on the left knee (rock strike) Personal Style: Jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers, wearing a ball cap. Three of my children have their own cars. Image: I look like a soldier because it is what I know. I tend to wear a high and tight haircut. Clean-shaven, although I grow a beard in November.
Sexuality: Straight Relationship Status: Married with Children Personality: Gunther is conservative but flexible and objective. He attends Catholic mass with his family regularly and attempts a life free from sin. He can be a very moody person swinging from very warm, friendly, and extroverted to quiet and secluded. He hates winter; January and February make him very depressed. Gunther loves his children and would do anything for them and his wife.
Gunther is a morning person, but that comes from a life of serving in the military. He would rather go to bed early and get up early; prefers to exercise in the morning over working out just before bed. His chief flaw is saying what pops into his head unrestrained without thinking it over before letting fateful words spill out, full-fledged Gryffindor.
Habits: Smiling, unprovoked singing, talking with strangers & Coca-Cola Hobbies: Krav Maga, Running, Movies, reading, writing, Military History & Playing games with his children. Most recent hobby: Warhammer Age of Sigmar and 40,000. I have four armies; Two Orruk armies in AoS (Ironjawz and Krule Boyz), Space Marines (Salamanders) and the Dark Eldar (Drukhari). Fears: Heights, being alone, and not being able to afford a living. Likes: wife, his children, blue, 8, food, Military History, Mathematics, and well-written fiction – A Song of Ice and Fire (Game of Thrones). Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Science Fiction, War Movies, New England Patriots, San Francisco Forty-Niners, Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, board games, War Games (Strategy TB, rather than FPS), Romance stories, Action adventures, Fantasy, Sports stories and more…
Dislikes: Rude People, Liver, Socialism, Narrow-minded individuals, and Role Plays that end just as they are getting good.
RPs Currently GMing: None RP's Currently Enjoying: None Upcoming Works: Honchos on the DMZ; a story of Russian pilots flying MiG-15s during the Korean War.
History
What Brings You To Role Player Guild: There is a large community of writers here. I enjoy the hobby even though I rarely get time to participate. Currently, I try to limit my stories to one at a time. Unfortunately, I rarely find one I enjoy and others are willing to write in. When I do, they die way too early. Life Before You Came To Role Player Guild: It was very different. I don’t know how to explain it in just a few words or sentences. Life Since You Came To Role Player Guild: This is just a side hobby. I have many irons in the fire and this is just one of them. It has taken a back seat to my real life activities.
Extras
Quotes or Sayings: “Those who fail to learn the lessons of the past are doomed to repeat them.” – Winston Churchill paraphrasing George Santayana. “If you’re going to fight, fight like the third monkey on the ramp to Noah’s ark and brother…It’s starting to rain.” Theme Song: Warrior’s Call Advice To The World: Forgive the actions of those who came before us. Behaviors we consider heinous crimes today were generally accepted practices many years ago. Anything Else:
Mok'Rogak stands 77" tall and weighs 275 Lbs. He has several scars about his head and body from years of fighting for the Klingon Defense Force or training with weapons, primarily the Bat'leth. Mok'Rogak walks with a decided swagger, acquired from confidence and pride in his own abilities as a seasoned warrior.
- Exceptional shot with a rifle/carbine, experienced - Skilled and trained in most melee weapons, prefers the Bat'leth. He won two Bat'leth Competitions; Champion Standing. - Is skilled in Close Quarters fighting aboard ship including small unit tactics, breaching and boarding techniques - Skilled and trained in martial arts; a fearsome warrior. - Trained in Star Fleet Security Operations.
2365 Entered service in 2365 - Recruited into Klingon Defense Force at age 17. 2365 Completed both initial and advanced combat training as a Klingon Marine in the Klingon Defense Force (KDF) and was assigned to the IKS Pagh, Klingon Bird of Prey 2368 Klingon Civil War. IKS Pagh sided with the House of Gowron. Mok'Rogak, aboard the IKS Pagh engages in combat with Duros supporters at the Battle of Mempa under the leadership of General Martok. 2373 The IKS Pagh was assigned to the Klingon Task Force that saw action at Torros III. Bekk Mok Rogak was present for this action following the outbreak of the Dominion Wars. 2375 Participated in the Monac Shipyard raid. During the attack, most of Mok'Rogak's squad were killed. There were only three survivors, but all were injured. Mok'Rogak was promoted to Sergeant following this action. 2375 Mok'Rogak, recovered from his injuries and was assigned to the Kov'el which was soon destroyed at the Battle of Chin'toka. He was rescued by a Federation Starship along with several other Klingon Warriors. 2375 Re-assigned to the Negh'Var-class Starship Navik and saw limited action on Cardassia. 2376 Joined Starfleet as an enlisted man, completed tactical combat training and security operations. His experience with the KDF was taken into consideration and received fast track promotions, entering service as a Petty Officer 3rd Class. 2377 Assigned as Security aboard the USS Hood 2378 Promoted to Petty Officer 2nd Class. 2379 Assigned to Star Fleet Battle Group Omega in an attempt to counter the Romulan Warbird, Scimitar. 2380 Promoted to Petty Officer 1st Class. 2381 Promoted to Chief Petty Officer 2382 Assigned as Security Chief aboard the USS Artemis as Enlisted assistant to Ensign Korvel.
Background: Chief Mok'Rogak was born on Qo'noS (Kronos) to a family of Klingon warriors in 2348. It was his destiny to serve the Klingon warrior as such. No one in the family ever had the mental capacity serve as an officer; a long line of warriors. When not learning basic educational skills in school, Mok'Rogak learned the ways of the Warrior. He excelled at the Bat'leth, hand to hand combat and enjoyed target practice with the rifle.
When Mok'Rogak was old enough, he enlisted in the Klingon Defense Force as a Marine. Upon completion of Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Combat Training as a Marine, he was assigned to the IKS Pagh serving under Captain Kargon. He saw his first human when Commander William Riker entered an exchange program, serving as First Officer briefly in 2365. This experience with Commander Riker taught Mok'Rogak respect for the humans. He knew much of the rumors circulating about Federation crew and officers were false. They were competent warriors. Respect.
In 2368 during the Klingon Civil War, the IKS Pagh saw action at the Battle of Mempa. During a boarding operation, Mok'Rogak killed a Duras supporter, which he celebrated as his first kill in battle. It was a glorious moment for the 20-year old Klingon Bekk Warrior. This event strengthened his confidence, pride and arrogance. He had finally become a true Warrior. His mother and father were proud of him.
Between 2369 and 2372, Mok'Rogak made an annual pilgrimage to the Bat'Leth competitions. This was a weapon he had been training with for all of his childhood and he carried this training into his adulthood. In two of those four years, he won first place, receiving the coveted Standing Champion award. He displays these in his quarters on every assignment, inlcuding today in Starfleet. Most non-Klingons have no idea what they are. They appear as artful decorations. It was during this time, the Pagh spent time at Deep Space: 9, Bekk Mok'Rogak learned earth language.
2369 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and walked away with Standing Champion award. 2370 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and received severe laceration to chest and was knocked unconscious. 2371 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and walked away with Standing Champion award. 2372 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and received lacerations to both thighs, lost a finder from his left hand, a contusion to the skull and consciousness.
While assigned to the IKS Pagh Mok'Rogak saw action on Torros III. He participated in several boarding party operations with the Jem'Hadar. Mok'Rogak increased his body count severely during these campaigns. He even had the opportunity to participate in several small unit actions on the surface.
During the Monac Shipyard raids, Mok'Rogak's Marine squad came under heavy fire. They were seriously outnumbered, overwhelmed by the Jem'Hadar. The enemy laid siege to the Klingon position for 37 hours. When the fighting had ended, only three of the original 35 Klingons remained alive. Mok'Rogak was one of them. No fewer than 350 Jem'Hadar bodies were scattered about the Klingon position. Mok'Rogak was revered as a Hero of the Empire and promoted to Sergeant. He was badly injured, spending a few months recovering in a hospital.
When he recovered from his injuries, he was assigned to the IKS Kov'el, a Vor'cha class warship. This is where met Bekk Korvel, a young newly minted Marine. He had no impression of her yet, but would remember her years later. Mok'Rogak was with the Kov'el only a brief time, when it was destroyed during combat actions near Cardassia prime.
He was re-assigned to the Negh'Var-class Starship Navik and saw limited action on the surface of Cardassia. The conflict was concluded prior to their engagement with the enemy. Mok'Rogak's unit was returned to the Navik unbloodied and frustrated. Sergeant Mok'Rogak's temper got the better of him after not fighting on Cardassia and he was involuntarily discharged from the KDF with a loss of honor.
Not long after this and remembering his encounters with Starfleet, he sought out enlistment there. Since he understood the language, he recalled his experience with Commander Riker aboard the Pagh. He assumed all humans were equally warriors. He was in for a rude awakening.
In 2376 while in Star Fleet training he resolved to restrain his normal Klingon impulses and observe the human way of doing things. He adapted, learning their customs quickly. He even learned patience and understanding, which were contrary to his more aggressive emotional impulses.
In 2382, when Chief Mok'Rogak was assigned as Security Chief aboard the USS Artemis and met Ensign Korvel, it wouldn't be until after they'd had a conversation they recalled their earlier encounter aboard the IKS Kov'el. Mok'Rogak would not recognize her until after she brought the subject up. It was seven years ago and far from the Klingon Chief's memory.
I really wanted to play a Klingon this time, but I am holding onto a second character, Lieutenant Nick Harman of earth. Ruby, do you have an issue with multiple characters? I don't know if we have ever RP'd before? Maybe with HeySeuss years ago?
Mok'Rogak stands 77" tall and weighs 275 Lbs. He has several scars about his head and body from years of fighting for the Klingon Defense Force or training with weapons, primarily the Bat'leth. Mok'Rogak walks with a decided swagger, acquired from confidence and pride in his own abilities as a seasoned warrior.
- Exceptional shot with a rifle/carbine, experienced - Skilled and trained in most melee weapons, prefers the Bat'leth. He won two Bat'leth Competitions; Champion Standing. - Is skilled in Close Quarters fighting aboard ship including small unit tactics, breaching and boarding techniques - Skilled and trained in martial arts; a fearsome warrior. - Trained in Star Fleet Security Operations.
2365 Entered service in 2365 - Recruited into Klingon Defense Force at age 17. 2365 Completed both initial and advanced combat training as a Klingon Marine in the Klingon Defense Force (KDF) and was assigned to the IKS Pagh, Klingon Bird of Prey 2368 Klingon Civil War. IKS Pagh sided with the House of Gowron. Mok'Rogak, aboard the IKS Pagh engages in combat with Duros supporters at the Battle of Mempa under the leadership of General Martok. 2373 The IKS Pagh was assigned to the Klingon Task Force that saw action at Torros III. Bekk Mok Rogak was present for this action following the outbreak of the Dominion Wars. 2375 Participated in the Monac Shipyard raid. During the attack, most of Mok'Rogak's squad were killed. There were only three survivors, but all were injured. Mok'Rogak was promoted to Sergeant following this action. 2375 Mok'Rogak, recovered from his injuries and was assigned to the Kov'el which was soon destroyed at the Battle of Chin'toka. He was rescued by a Federation Starship along with several other Klingon Warriors. 2375 Re-assigned to the Negh'Var-class Starship Navik and saw limited action on Cardassia. 2376 Joined Starfleet as an enlisted man, completed tactical combat training and security operations. His experience with the KDF was taken into consideration and received fast track promotions, entering service as a Petty Officer 3rd Class. 2377 Assigned as Security aboard the USS Hood 2378 Promoted to Petty Officer 2nd Class. 2379 Assigned to Star Fleet Battle Group Omega in an attempt to counter the Romulan Warbird, Scimitar. 2380 Promoted to Petty Officer 1st Class. 2381 Promoted to Chief Petty Officer 2382 Assigned as Security Chief aboard the USS Artemis as Enlisted assistant to Ensign Korvel.
Background: Chief Mok'Rogak was born on Qo'noS (Kronos) to a family of Klingon warriors in 2348. It was his destiny to serve the Klingon warrior as such. No one in the family ever had the mental capacity serve as an officer; a long line of warriors. When not learning basic educational skills in school, Mok'Rogak learned the ways of the Warrior. He excelled at the Bat'leth, hand to hand combat and enjoyed target practice with the rifle.
When Mok'Rogak was old enough, he enlisted in the Klingon Defense Force as a Marine. Upon completion of Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Combat Training as a Marine, he was assigned to the IKS Pagh serving under Captain Kargon. He saw his first human when Commander William Riker entered an exchange program, serving as First Officer briefly in 2365. This experience with Commander Riker taught Mok'Rogak respect for the humans. He knew much of the rumors circulating about Federation crew and officers were false. They were competent warriors. Respect.
In 2368 during the Klingon Civil War, the IKS Pagh saw action at the Battle of Mempa. During a boarding operation, Mok'Rogak killed a Duras supporter, which he celebrated as his first kill in battle. It was a glorious moment for the 20-year old Klingon Bekk Warrior. This event strengthened his confidence, pride and arrogance. He had finally become a true Warrior. His mother and father were proud of him.
Between 2369 and 2372, Mok'Rogak made an annual pilgrimage to the Bat'Leth competitions. This was a weapon he had been training with for all of his childhood and he carried this training into his adulthood. In two of those four years, he won first place, receiving the coveted Standing Champion award. He displays these in his quarters on every assignment, inlcuding today in Starfleet. Most non-Klingons have no idea what they are. They appear as artful decorations. It was during this time, the Pagh spent time at Deep Space: 9, Bekk Mok'Rogak learned earth language.
2369 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and walked away with Standing Champion award. 2370 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and received severe laceration to chest and was knocked unconscious. 2371 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and walked away with Standing Champion award. 2372 Competed in Bat'Leth competition and received lacerations to both thighs, lost a finder from his left hand, a contusion to the skull and consciousness.
While assigned to the IKS Pagh Mok'Rogak saw action on Torros III. He participated in several boarding party operations with the Jem'Hadar. Mok'Rogak increased his body count severely during these campaigns. He even had the opportunity to participate in several small unit actions on the surface.
During the Monac Shipyard raids, Mok'Rogak's Marine squad came under heavy fire. They were seriously outnumbered, overwhelmed by the Jem'Hadar. The enemy laid siege to the Klingon position for 37 hours. When the fighting had ended, only three of the original 35 Klingons remained alive. Mok'Rogak was one of them. No fewer than 350 Jem'Hadar bodies were scattered about the Klingon position. Mok'Rogak was revered as a Hero of the Empire and promoted to Sergeant. He was badly injured, spending a few months recovering in a hospital.
When he recovered from his injuries, he was assigned to the IKS Kov'el, a Vor'cha class warship. This is where met Bekk Korvel, a young newly minted Marine. He had no impression of her yet, but would remember her years later. Mok'Rogak was with the Kov'el only a brief time, when it was destroyed during combat actions near Cardassia prime.
He was re-assigned to the Negh'Var-class Starship Navik and saw limited action on the surface of Cardassia. The conflict was concluded prior to their engagement with the enemy. Mok'Rogak's unit was returned to the Navik unbloodied and frustrated. Sergeant Mok'Rogak's temper got the better of him after not fighting on Cardassia and he was involuntarily discharged from the KDF with a loss of honor.
Not long after this and remembering his encounters with Starfleet, he sought out enlistment there. Since he understood the language, he recalled his experience with Commander Riker aboard the Pagh. He assumed all humans were equally warriors. He was in for a rude awakening.
In 2376 while in Star Fleet training he resolved to restrain his normal Klingon impulses and observe the human way of doing things. He adapted, learning their customs quickly. He even learned patience and understanding, which were contrary to his more aggressive emotional impulses.
In 2382, when Chief Mok'Rogak was assigned as Security Chief aboard the USS Artemis and met Ensign Korvel, it wouldn't be until after they'd had a conversation they recalled their earlier encounter aboard the IKS Kov'el. Mok'Rogak would not recognize her until after she brought the subject up. It was seven years ago and far from the Klingon Chief's memory.
THAT ought to be an interesting working relationship: a JO and a senior NCO.
That is normal! :) I spent 21 years in the US Army, retiring as a Captain. When I was a 23 year old 2nd Lieutenant, I had a 37 year old Sergeant First Class as my platoon sergeant.
Let's see how a pair of Klingon warriors work it out.
Chev, I am setting up my (Klingon) character as an Enlisted assistant to your Ensign Korvel. He is a Chief Petty Officer. This would be a similar rank to that of Chief O'brien on ST:NG and DS9.
Ruby, may I join your crew? I have always had a preference for Klingons. In fact, I was contemplating doing a Star Trek RP, but as a Klingon crew rather than Star fleet. Any chance a young Klingon could become a Star fleet officer other than Worf?
EDIT: I see your response to Chev. If you don't mind, I'd like to go with Klingon also.
EDIT: I just located a character I used in an old ST RP who has experience as a Helmsman. He is currently listed as a human Lieutenant and was used in a similar time line as this RP.
Maybe it is this POS archaic computer I am forced to use. My normal computer lost the mother board last week. It has Snip it on it. I could use that to capture your posts which I know were made in the past 24 hours, but the site reads they were made 1 month ago. This machine which was assembled over 10 years ago, doesn't have such software on it. It is incredibly slow at loading everything. I can't wait to get my old machine back. Although I couldn't imagine problems on my machine would cause problems on this site. That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever.
I am a veteran of the United States Army and the US Army National Guard. I spent three years on Active Duty serving in the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) at Ft. Carson, CO, and the 3rd Armor Division at Kirch Göns, West Germany. I spent 18 years in the Army National Guard with the 26th Infantry Division [i]"Yankee"[/i] and 29th Infantry Division (Light), [i]"The Blue and the Gray"[/i]. I was deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina with the 29th ID (L) in 2001 - 2002. I have also been reading military history articles and books since I was 10 years old. I do prefer Military Role Plays over all other genres, primarily because I have a vast knowledge of the subject including personal experiences. At the very least, my characters are always veterans.
I have been writing for pleasure for at least 35+ years but only got into forum-based Role Playing about eighteen years ago. I do enjoy Nation Role Plays and get into minute detail when designing my military. The only reason I enjoy excruciating detail in my militaries is because for me, it is fun. My education and experience on this subject afford me the insight to see the depth of the structure. It is not just a General and a large pile of soldiers. If someone wants assistance in designing an army, navy, or air force, please send me a PM. I will help. Please specify what level (echelon) or depth you would like me to go. When I say echelon, I mean Army, Corps, Division, Brigade/Regiment, Battalion/Squadron, Company/Troop/Battery, Platoon, and Squad/Section.
When I was a student in High School, I used to play Dungeons & Dragons. Recently, I have been DMing a 5e campaign of my creation for my son and his friends. 5e is so much less cumbersome than earlier editions of D&D. I do have an interest in Tolkien-esque fantasy-styled Role Plays as well. Time travel has always been a fun genre for me, but to do it well, one must have a firm grasp of historical facts.
There are only a few fanfictions I will participate in; Star Wars and Star Trek are two of them. I want to do an exclusively Klingon RP one of these days. I also avoid Canon characters.
I have real-world martial arts experience. I would love to write an RP about hand-to-hand combat, no fantasy magic chit, just hands elbows, knees, and feet. Maybe the occasional head butt thrown in to mix things up. I trained in Krav Maga for six and a half years. I earned a first-degree black belt in Krav Maga on 3 June 2017.
Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art form that employs practical self-defense techniques drawing forms & techniques from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Taekwando. It is very brutal, demanding, and aggressive. During the seven years I trained, I have bruised two ribs, sustained several muscle pulls, and various lacerations and bruises over my body. I have received a sprained ankle and a fractured wrist. Before the first black belt test, I received a bone bruise to my right shin; where my roundhouse kicks impact. Yet, I am stupid enough to continue training. [Regardless of the physical pain, it is more fun than any other physical activity I have engaged in. Fortunately, the bone bruise healed up prior to the third and final test. EDIT: I did leave the sport over five years ago. :(]
Over two years ago I completed my first novel, a science fiction set in the 24th century. It focuses on a Private Military Corporation solely employed by the earth government. I started a second book in November 2022 and hope to work on that this summer when I have more time.
Send me a PM for a Role Play or if you would like to see what sort of an army I could build for you.
--Gunther (AKA: Old School)[hider=Gunther][b][h2]Character Summary[/h2][/b]
Name: Gunther
Aliases: [color=1b1464][i]Landain[/i][/color]
Age: old (I was around when George Washington was a Lieutenant)
Birthday: August 12
Ethnicity: French, English, & Seneca (Iroquois Confederation)
Location: New England
Gender: Male
Higher Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science & Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice
Occupation: Substitute School Teacher
Languages: English, Spanish, German & a little French
Years RPing: 18
Preferred RP Section: Advanced or Casual
RP Level: Advanced
Dedication Level: Moderate
Biggest RP Pet Peeve: People who do not communicate with the group and drop. But then, if someone loses connectivity for an extended period, there is no way of knowing.
Teach New RPers Or Coach New GM's: Yes
[b][h2]Appearance[/h2][/b]
Height: 5' 10" (I shrunk!) :(
Build: Medium
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Dark Brown
Skin Tone: Moderate to tanned
Tattoos/Scars/Piercings: no tattoos or piercings. 1.5” Scar on the back of the left shoulder (dog’s tooth); 5” scar on left wrist (fracture repair procedure); 0.5” scar on the left knee (rock strike)
Personal Style: Jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers, wearing a ball cap. Three of my children have their own cars.
Image: I look like a soldier because it is what I know. I tend to wear a high and tight haircut. Clean-shaven, although I grow a beard in November.
[b][h2]Psychology[/h2][/b]
Happy * Expressive * Bold * Considerate * Generous * Warm * Sensitive * Creative * Extrovert * Cerebral * Warrior
Sexuality: Straight
Relationship Status: Married with Children
Personality: Gunther is conservative but flexible and objective. He attends Catholic mass with his family regularly and attempts a life free from sin. He can be a very moody person swinging from very warm, friendly, and extroverted to quiet and secluded. He hates winter; January and February make him very depressed. Gunther loves his children and would do anything for them and his wife.
Gunther is a morning person, but that comes from a life of serving in the military. He would rather go to bed early and get up early; prefers to exercise in the morning over working out just before bed. His chief flaw is saying what pops into his head unrestrained without thinking it over before letting fateful words spill out, full-fledged Gryffindor.
Habits: Smiling, unprovoked singing, talking with strangers & Coca-Cola
Hobbies: Krav Maga, Running, Movies, reading, writing, Military History & Playing games with his children.
Most recent hobby: Warhammer Age of Sigmar and 40,000. I have four armies; Two Orruk armies in AoS (Ironjawz and Krule Boyz), Space Marines (Salamanders) and the Dark Eldar (Drukhari).
Fears: Heights, being alone, and not being able to afford a living.
Likes: wife, his children, blue, 8, food, Military History, Mathematics, and well-written fiction – A Song of Ice and Fire (Game of Thrones). Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Science Fiction, War Movies, New England Patriots, San Francisco Forty-Niners, Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, board games, War Games (Strategy TB, rather than FPS), Romance stories, Action adventures, Fantasy, Sports stories and more…
Dislikes:
Rude People, Liver, Socialism, Narrow-minded individuals, and Role Plays that end just as they are getting good.
RPs Currently GMing: None
RP's Currently Enjoying: None
Upcoming Works: Honchos on the DMZ; a story of Russian pilots flying MiG-15s during the Korean War.
[b][h2]History[/h2][/b]
What Brings You To Role Player Guild: There is a large community of writers here. I enjoy the hobby even though I rarely get time to participate. Currently, I try to limit my stories to one at a time. Unfortunately, I rarely find one I enjoy and others are willing to write in. When I do, they die way too early.
Life Before You Came To Role Player Guild: It was very different. I don’t know how to explain it in just a few words or sentences.
Life Since You Came To Role Player Guild: This is just a side hobby. I have many irons in the fire and this is just one of them. It has taken a back seat to my real life activities.
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Quotes or Sayings: “Those who fail to learn the lessons of the past are doomed to repeat them.” – Winston Churchill paraphrasing George Santayana. “If you’re going to fight, fight like the third monkey on the ramp to Noah’s ark and brother…It’s starting to rain.”
Theme Song: [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSmtHBMjXLU]Warrior’s Call[/url]
Advice To The World: Forgive the actions of those who came before us. Behaviors we consider heinous crimes today were generally accepted practices many years ago.
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<div style="white-space:pre-wrap;">I am a veteran of the United States Army and the US Army National Guard. I spent three years on Active Duty serving in the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) at Ft. Carson, CO, and the 3rd Armor Division at Kirch Göns, West Germany. I spent 18 years in the Army National Guard with the 26th Infantry Division <span class="bb-i">"Yankee"</span> and 29th Infantry Division (Light), <span class="bb-i">"The Blue and the Gray"</span>. I was deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina with the 29th ID (L) in 2001 - 2002. I have also been reading military history articles and books since I was 10 years old. I do prefer Military Role Plays over all other genres, primarily because I have a vast knowledge of the subject including personal experiences. At the very least, my characters are always veterans.<br><br>I have been writing for pleasure for at least 35+ years but only got into forum-based Role Playing about eighteen years ago. I do enjoy Nation Role Plays and get into minute detail when designing my military. The only reason I enjoy excruciating detail in my militaries is because for me, it is fun. My education and experience on this subject afford me the insight to see the depth of the structure. It is not just a General and a large pile of soldiers. If someone wants assistance in designing an army, navy, or air force, please send me a PM. I will help. Please specify what level (echelon) or depth you would like me to go. When I say echelon, I mean Army, Corps, Division, Brigade/Regiment, Battalion/Squadron, Company/Troop/Battery, Platoon, and Squad/Section.<br><br>When I was a student in High School, I used to play Dungeons & Dragons. Recently, I have been DMing a 5e campaign of my creation for my son and his friends. 5e is so much less cumbersome than earlier editions of D&D. I do have an interest in Tolkien-esque fantasy-styled Role Plays as well. Time travel has always been a fun genre for me, but to do it well, one must have a firm grasp of historical facts.<br><br>There are only a few fanfictions I will participate in; Star Wars and Star Trek are two of them. I want to do an exclusively Klingon RP one of these days. I also avoid Canon characters.<br><br>I have real-world martial arts experience. I would love to write an RP about hand-to-hand combat, no fantasy magic chit, just hands elbows, knees, and feet. Maybe the occasional head butt thrown in to mix things up. I trained in Krav Maga for six and a half years. I earned a first-degree black belt in Krav Maga on 3 June 2017. <br><br>Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art form that employs practical self-defense techniques drawing forms & techniques from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Taekwando. It is very brutal, demanding, and aggressive. During the seven years I trained, I have bruised two ribs, sustained several muscle pulls, and various lacerations and bruises over my body. I have received a sprained ankle and a fractured wrist. Before the first black belt test, I received a bone bruise to my right shin; where my roundhouse kicks impact. Yet, I am stupid enough to continue training. [Regardless of the physical pain, it is more fun than any other physical activity I have engaged in. Fortunately, the bone bruise healed up prior to the third and final test. EDIT: I did leave the sport over five years ago. :(]<br><br>Over two years ago I completed my first novel, a science fiction set in the 24th century. It focuses on a Private Military Corporation solely employed by the earth government. I started a second book in November 2022 and hope to work on that this summer when I have more time.<br><br>Send me a PM for a Role Play or if you would like to see what sort of an army I could build for you.<br><br>--Gunther (AKA: Old School)<div class="hider-panel"><div class="hider-heading"><button type="button" class="btn btn-default btn-xs hider-button" data-name="Gunther">Gunther [+]</button></div><div class="hider-body" style="display: none"><span class="bb-b"><div class="bb-h2">Character Summary</div></span><br><br>Name: Gunther<br>Aliases: <font color="#1b1464"><span class="bb-i">Landain</span></font><br>Age: old (I was around when George Washington was a Lieutenant)<br>Birthday: August 12<br>Ethnicity: French, English, & Seneca (Iroquois Confederation)<br>Location: New England<br>Gender: Male<br>Higher Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science & Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice<br>Occupation: Substitute School Teacher<br>Languages: English, Spanish, German & a little French<br>Years RPing: 18<br>Preferred RP Section: Advanced or Casual <br>RP Level: Advanced<br>Dedication Level: Moderate<br>Biggest RP Pet Peeve: People who do not communicate with the group and drop. But then, if someone loses connectivity for an extended period, there is no way of knowing.<br>Teach New RPers Or Coach New GM's: Yes<br><br><span class="bb-b"><div class="bb-h2">Appearance</div></span><br><br>Height: 5' 10" (I shrunk!) :(<br>Build: Medium<br>Eyes: Blue<br>Hair: Dark Brown<br>Skin Tone: Moderate to tanned<br>Tattoos/Scars/Piercings: no tattoos or piercings. 1.5” Scar on the back of the left shoulder (dog’s tooth); 5” scar on left wrist (fracture repair procedure); 0.5” scar on the left knee (rock strike)<br>Personal Style: Jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers, wearing a ball cap. Three of my children have their own cars.<br>Image: I look like a soldier because it is what I know. I tend to wear a high and tight haircut. Clean-shaven, although I grow a beard in November.<br><br><span class="bb-b"><div class="bb-h2">Psychology</div></span><br><br>Happy * Expressive * Bold * Considerate * Generous * Warm * Sensitive * Creative * Extrovert * Cerebral * Warrior<br><br>Sexuality: Straight<br>Relationship Status: Married with Children <br>Personality: Gunther is conservative but flexible and objective. He attends Catholic mass with his family regularly and attempts a life free from sin. He can be a very moody person swinging from very warm, friendly, and extroverted to quiet and secluded. He hates winter; January and February make him very depressed. Gunther loves his children and would do anything for them and his wife. <br><br>Gunther is a morning person, but that comes from a life of serving in the military. He would rather go to bed early and get up early; prefers to exercise in the morning over working out just before bed. His chief flaw is saying what pops into his head unrestrained without thinking it over before letting fateful words spill out, full-fledged Gryffindor.<br><br>Habits: Smiling, unprovoked singing, talking with strangers & Coca-Cola<br>Hobbies: Krav Maga, Running, Movies, reading, writing, Military History & Playing games with his children.<br>Most recent hobby: Warhammer Age of Sigmar and 40,000. I have four armies; Two Orruk armies in AoS (Ironjawz and Krule Boyz), Space Marines (Salamanders) and the Dark Eldar (Drukhari).<br>Fears: Heights, being alone, and not being able to afford a living.<br>Likes: wife, his children, blue, 8, food, Military History, Mathematics, and well-written fiction – A Song of Ice and Fire (Game of Thrones). Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Science Fiction, War Movies, New England Patriots, San Francisco Forty-Niners, Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, board games, War Games (Strategy TB, rather than FPS), Romance stories, Action adventures, Fantasy, Sports stories and more…<br> <br>Dislikes:<br>Rude People, Liver, Socialism, Narrow-minded individuals, and Role Plays that end just as they are getting good. <br><br>RPs Currently GMing: None<br>RP's Currently Enjoying: None<br>Upcoming Works: Honchos on the DMZ; a story of Russian pilots flying MiG-15s during the Korean War.<br><br><span class="bb-b"><div class="bb-h2">History</div></span><br><br>What Brings You To Role Player Guild: There is a large community of writers here. I enjoy the hobby even though I rarely get time to participate. Currently, I try to limit my stories to one at a time. Unfortunately, I rarely find one I enjoy and others are willing to write in. When I do, they die way too early. <br>Life Before You Came To Role Player Guild: It was very different. I don’t know how to explain it in just a few words or sentences.<br>Life Since You Came To Role Player Guild: This is just a side hobby. I have many irons in the fire and this is just one of them. It has taken a back seat to my real life activities.<br><br><span class="bb-b"><div class="bb-h2">Extras</div></span><br><br>Quotes or Sayings: “Those who fail to learn the lessons of the past are doomed to repeat them.” – Winston Churchill paraphrasing George Santayana. “If you’re going to fight, fight like the third monkey on the ramp to Noah’s ark and brother…It’s starting to rain.” <br>Theme Song: <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSmtHBMjXLU">Warrior’s Call</a><br>Advice To The World: Forgive the actions of those who came before us. Behaviors we consider heinous crimes today were generally accepted practices many years ago.<br>Anything Else:</div></div><br><div class="bb-center"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/9dlwQxg.png?1" /></div><br><br><a href="https://www.roleplayerguild.com/posts/3456728">Gunthers Cast of Hooligans</a></div>
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