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:
Name: Ward, Elton “T.N.T.” Age: 24 Gender: Male Ethnicity/Nationality: American of varied descent (50% African-American, 12.5% French, 12.5% Vietnamese, 12.5% Arabic, 6.25% British & 6.25% Seneca – Native American) Rank: Corporal Role: Fire Team Leader
Physical Description: Elton stands 5’10” tall, weighing 180 Lbs appears as a typical young American black man with brown skin, short black hair and brown eyes. He has a prosthetic left leg below the knee. Elton’s RI-1 shell is colored in three tones; olive drab green covers most prominent areas of the armor, smaller trim pieces and accents are colored in tan and the under suit of rubber mesh is colored black. Painted upon the left breast plate is the standard USMC globe and anchor symbol about 4” in diameter with the words Honor, Courage, Commitment written below the symbol in black. Upon the left shoulder is the patch for the 1st Remote Infantry Division. Upon the right shoulder is the patch for the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion. Down the left side thigh is the colored patches of the US 3rd Marine Regiment and the 1st Battalion, 4th Marines. Down the right-side thigh are the colored patches for the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines and the 7th Marine Regiment. Painted upon the right breast is the Marine Force Recon badge and below this golden badge of honor is an italicized inscription, “Semper Fidelis means This Sucks!”. Dominating the back plate of the armor is the Marine Force Recon Logo. Above the Marine Force Recon Logo is the RI-1s name emblazoned in 4” red letters, “Well Oiled Machine” or “WOMBAT”. A small cartoon depiction of seven sticks of dynamite, resembling “T.N.T.” is painted on the RI-1s right forearm with USMC Corporal stripes above the dynamite.
Psychological Analysis: Elton was an athlete in high school prior to joining the USMC. He has that confident jock attitude, which underlines his demeanor. Although, he was injured in combat and lost the lower half of his left leg. He went through a dark time for several months while learning to acclimate himself to this change in his life. He didn’t want to leave the Corps and was able to find gainful employment as a pilot in the Remote Infantry Corps. This change in MOS has helped to lift his spirits and renew his former cocky demeanor, but the loss of the leg does weigh heavy on his mind.
Elton is a straight shooter. He doesn’t care about the environment, the trees, the ozone layer, human’s carbon footprint or the furry animals of the forest. Fuck the whales is an oft spoken phrase when someone gets on their soap box about environmental matters. He is fascinated with firearms, remaining passionate about his marksmanship ability. He enjoys watching professional sports and is an avid Green Bay Packers fan even though he grew up in a Chicago suburb. He does love the Chicago Bulls and the Cubs.
Elton prefers to remain silent, but when he is allowed to relax, he can run his mouth of excessively. He can be a moody person. If he is not in the mood, he is quiet, but if he is feeling good, watch out the verbal diarrhea is abundant.
Service Record: After graduating from Deerfield High School as the class member most likely to get drafted into the NFL, Elton joined the US Marine Corps. Elton was one of the top Running Backs in High School football in the state of Illinois his senior year.
Elton spent his first few months in the Corps at Marine Recruit training at Camp Pendleton, California. Upon completion of recruit training he attended Marine Recon training, also at Camp Pendleton where he spent 65 days learning how to fight as a Reconnaissance Marine, Military Occupation Specialty: 0321. Prior to unit assignment, Elton Ward was sent to US Army Fort Benning’s Airborne School. He graduated with his parachutist badge upon completion of the Airborne Training.
His first duty assignment was with A Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan. While with 3rd Recon, he spent time conducting reconnaissance and surveillance operations in North Korea, Philippines and other areas of Southeast Asia. He experienced a few firefights with hostiles during these low-level covert operations, but never received serious injury during these first two years of his time with the Marines. He was promoted to Lance Corporal before leaving Okinawa.
Elton’s second duty assignment was with the 7th Marine Regiment at 29 Palms in California. This time he was assigned to the Force Reconnaissance Platoon in the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF, pronounced MAG-TAF). Shortly after assignment with the 7th Marine’s Force Recon platoon, Elton attended USMC Combatant Diver Course in Panama City, Florida. Upon completion of this course, Elton was dual qualified airborne and Scuba; a condition all Recon marines strive to achieve.
While with the 7th Marines (MAGTF), he deployed to several Central and South American nations in pursuit of American interests abroad. After a year with Force Recon he was promoted Corporal and assigned as a Fire Team Leader. Six months later, he was involved in combat in Nicaragua that resulted in the deaths of four platoon mates and the loss of the lower half of his left leg. A mortar round exploded near him, rendering him unconscious and ripping his leg off. A small sinew and tendon held the leg to his knee for more than three hours before being removed aboard a US Navy hospital ship located in the Caribbean Ocean.
Corporal Ward spent the next eighteen months in the hospital. He was fitted with a prosthetic leg and attended rehabilitation training to use the new leg. While at the Hospital, Elton Ward felt extremely depressed, suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He was saddened by the loss of fellow Marines as well as his leg. He had always been a physical specimen and considered he was now less than a man. Suicide may be his only alternative in his mind.
A Navy doctor told the young Recon Marine about a new organization known as the Remote Infantry Corps. It would allow him to use his skills as an infantryman, without having to expose himself to the perils of combat. It took a while for him to warm up to the idea. Also, he received counseling and psychological evaluations to help him overcome his PTSD induced depression. He eventually opted for the RIC training over discharge or death. He graduated from the program six months ago and has slowly returned to the confident Elton Ward who played football in Illinois.
Equipment:
HK416N Carbine with M203 Grenade Launcher attached Knight's Armament Company (KAC) Rail Interface System (RIS) forearm Trijicon ACOG TA01 ECOS 4x Scope (SU-237/PVS) Tactical Ordnance and Equipment Improved combat sling which allows for secure cross body/patrol carry. PRI Bracket mount for AN/PVS-14 night vision Insight Technology M6X Tactical Laser Illuminator (SU-238/PVS) Trijicon's Model RX01M4A1 reflex sight Quick-attach sight for use with the M203 AN/PVS-24 Night Vision Device WSC (Weapon shot counter)
Elton’s RI-1 also carries a M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System (MASS). This is an under-barrel shotgun attachment. The RI-1 also known as WOMBAT can switch out the Grenade Launcher for the Shotgun System if needed.
12 each 30-round 5.56mm loaded magazines Six bandoliers of 12-gauge shotgun shells 30 each 40mm Grenade rounds (HE, Smoke, WP and CS)
...I am however going to do my best to keep this RP small. I always have a problem with accepting more people than I know with what to do, so I'm committing myself to focusing this story on a small team...
Thank you, sir. I always enjoy RPing one, two or several hundred NPCs when the availability presents itself. I also prefer smaller RPs. I don't get a lot of time to do this so, if I only have to keep up with three or four others I should be good to go.
Was my CS sufficient? should I add more? I wish I could take a "bare bones" version of the tin man (RI-1) and add all the patches and "tatoos" I listed on the CS. That would be sweet. :)
@vietmyke Wait, I'm not really feeling the urgency here. If an RIC unit is trapped behind enemy lines, we wouldn't be feeling the spirit of a death-defying adventure, because if we 'died' we'd just go 'oh crap, there goes a few billion dollars', and we wouldn't sustain any bodily injuries.
Also, what year are we in?
I would agree the "Sense of urgency" would be different because no life is being lost, but in a capitalist country like the US, preservation of high value equipment is a concern. I recall having to pay money by means what is called a "Statement of Charges" (DD-362) for the loss of something I may have neglected to properly secure. The loss of money can be a real motivator. Personally, if I was a RIC pilot, I wouldn't want to have to pay for losing my RI-1, :(
But it seems to me, the real story is with the lives of the operators back in Virginia or California or wherever our characters are located. The story can be split between the two locations much like in the movie Avatar.
Official Government Name: Xianglau (Anglecized: Hung Low or Shawn Glow) Head of State: Chancellor Bo Tai Lai, 31 (Bodelay) Capital City: Bodelay National Language: Xiang (Native) & Tarantese (90%) (Naming convention: Chinese/Indian) Basic Demographics: Xianglau is an island paradise lush with vegetation and resources located in the Eastern Ocean southwest of The Serene Empire of Tara. The island nation is 58,980 square kilometers (36,648 square miles). The distance from East to west is 840 Km (522 Miles) by 235.8 Km (146.5 Miles) North to South. The Highest elevation is Mt. Tikimoto at 2,438 Meters (8,000 ft.).
The Island of Xianglau boasts a population of (TBD) Xiongnu citizens who worship three different religions. The Reikyu believe God is in everything and we must respect nature. They comprise 40% of the island's population. “What you take from nature must be replaced” is an oft spoken Reikyu axiom. These people dominate the central regions of the nation and the capital city at Bodelay. Pencharnese explorers colonized the western end of the island in the early 16th century establishing a Population of Palanites who comprise 31% of the population. Palanite is a pagan religion with a pantheon of Gods worshiped at various rituals. The eastern end of the island is populated by Falanists who comprise the remaining 29% of the citizenry. The Falanism encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices based loosely on the teachings attributed to Falan. Falanism originated in the Gao Lin Mountains sometime between the 6th and 4th centuries BC, from where it spread across the island. It is the original nation of Xianglau. Two major extant branches of Falanism are generally recognized by scholars: Sylar (The School of the Elders) and Nonbahye (The Great Vehicle).
The Reikyu people have a range of complexions from fair to light brown with 90% of the population having black hair and brown almond shaped eyes. 9% of the population have reddish brown hair and green almond shaped eyes, while the remaining 1% have blonde hair and blue almond shaped eyes. The male of the population range in height between 62” and 74”. The Female are normally between 58” and 70” with average heights of 67” for the men and 63” for the women. Most Reikyu have strong, firm nose appearance. The More attractive Xiangnu come from this group.
The Palanites have a darker complexion than the Reikyu ranging from light brown to black. 100% of the population have black hair and brown almond shaped eyes. The Palanites tend to be tall and thin in appearance with male heights ranging from 65” to 77” and female heights ranging from 61” to 73”. The average male stands 70” and the average female stands 67”. Most Palanites are so thin they appear emaciated. There are exceptions to this gernarality amongst the population.
The Falanites have lighter complexion skin and can look like the Reikyu. Many Falanites have flat noses and lips with small ears, pressed into the sides of their heads. All Falanites have black hair and brown almond shaped eyes. Like the Reikyu, the Falanites are shorter in size with men ranging in heights between 60” and 73”. The females range in heights between 58” and 69”. The average male stands 67” and the average female stands 63”.
Honestly, I have never liked the nickname, "Gunty" for Gunther. I've seen "Gun" and I've seen "Gunner" both of which are acceptable, but you all can be more creative than that. I'm a fucking old man who retired as an infantry officer. I do appreciate the Airborne Ranger Infantry reference. I have attended Infantry school, but never Airborne or Ranger schools. I had an application for Ranger School in once about 30 years ago. Also, never heard of Kristy Lee Cook. She has a sweet tune, but that ain't my style. If you want a theme song, I personally prefer this one. I tend to go for more heavier rock music. I grew up listening to AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Blue Oyster Cult, KISS and Ozzy.
@Polybius It is with heavy heart that I leave RPG. I love this hobby and the itch to get into a role play will always be there. Even when I try to limit myself to one RP, I always tend to branch out into more. I promised my wife 13 years ago that I would write a book. I am 62% complete, but I have very little time to write. When I do get time, I find myself working on Role Plays instead of my book.
My goal for the book is 100,000 words which is roughly 400 pages. I have 62,000 words written. I am very close and know I can do this. I just need to eliminate as many distractions as I can. This site is a HUGE distraction for me. This does not mean I won’t be on the site. I know myself and know it would be very difficult for me to stay away. I may read posts, but not get into an RP. You can PM me, but I will not get into the RPs themselves.
Apologies for the few RPs I had intended to get involved with and will not be able to continue.
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.
[b][h2]Extras[/h2][/b]
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.
Anything Else:[/hider]
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[url=https://www.roleplayerguild.com/posts/3456728]Gunthers Cast of Hooligans[/url]
<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>
Angelique
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Antlers
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