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:
Just as she entered the galley, her pondering was done, and instead she was humming the tune from the party absently and thinking of dancing. When her hazel eyes came to rest on the stranger, she tilted her head in curiosity only just a moment before recalling what Abby had said. This could be the man from the ocean. Or a passenger. Both, even, since he technically wasn’t hired yet. Still, she smiled easily as always. “Findin’ everything ok? Hook, the hand that usually is around the kitchen, must’ve gone off somewhere.”
I am usually available most days; even at work. I get prep periods where I can write or read. I just read your recent post while the kids are at recess. I could drop a simple blurb in. Hook usually makes a fresh pot of coffee daily and spends a lot time cleaning up the ship or the galley.
I just read Skye over. She doesn't appear to be too different. There are obvious differences; at least in taste of music, but some areas are similar. I forgot about the exoskeletal suit. I guess these are similar to the ones used by Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt's characters in Edge of Tomorrow.
Appearance: Mazi is built lean, but muscular. She puts in hours at the gym and is quite focused in her training. She has been training in Krav Maga since the day she first joined the Israeli Defense Force at age 18. At 5’ 7” she is average height, but tall enough to provide her decent strength, balance, and agility.
Her photos do not do her justice as most of her muscular gains have been acquired in the past two or three years. She prefers to wear comfortable clothing like sweatpants, T-shirts and running shoes. She knows how to dress up for a night in a major city using her natural beauty to garner favor with men when necessary. Her hazel eyes and dirty blonde hair can be difficult for some men to resist.
Nationality: Israeli
Callsign: Ha-ze'ev (Grey Wolf)
Skills:
Translator. Mazi was born speaking Hebrew and English. Due to their proximity to Arabs, she learned to speak the Arabic language as well. After joining the IDF, she learned to speak Farsi and has been studying Russian and Mandarin Chinese as well. She knows a smattering of French, German and Italian.
Small Arms Specialist. Due to her time in the IDF and more importantly, the Sayeret Matkal AKA: General Staff Reconnaissance Unit 262 she is familiar with just about all small arms weapons on the planet. Her expertise lies more with Israeli and Russian built weapons.
Explosives Specialist. Mazi received specialized training in the use of various explosives including their detonation devices, detonation cord and fuse cord. She has learned how to establish and use various flame field expedient techniques. Her training included visually evaluating physical structures from a civil engineering perspective to determine how much C4 or other form of explosives would be needed to either weaken, disable, or destroy a structure. Her training included the manufacture of handheld devices containing booby traps concealed to appear like harmless tools in our daily lives.
Close Quarters Battle / Close Quarters Combat. Krav Maga is taught to every member of the IDF. They are introduced to this hand-to-hand combat system during Basic Combat Training. The elite units are taught more advanced techniques used to help them disarm and disable a potential opponent and multiple opponents at once. The Krav Maga principle of always advancing into a fight has become second nature for Mazi Zamiyr.
Sniper. Mazi attended the IDF sniper school, excelling at hitting targets at a distance. Her preferred weapon is the Israeli built Dan .338 caliber bolt action rifle. She can perform the role of spotter, sniper or surveillance using her optics.
History: Born in the seaside city of Haifa to parents who have been employed in government work for most of their lives. Her father maintains a reserve commission in the IDF as a Colonel. Her mother had at one time been a member of a Mossad intelligence gathering squad but is now a legal secretary in the Haifa District Courts.
At age 18, Mazi was conscripted into the Israeli Defense Force. She excelled in academics in school and had the personality to fit in with new situations. She has a very flexible mindset, choosing Infantry for her occupational specialty initially. Mazi loves the challenge of physical training, instructions on various weapons, and the conduct of small unit tactics. She is knowledgeable of both squad and platoon level operations.
After her obligatory conscription time in service ended, she asked for training in the special forces and became a permanent member of the IDF. She completed this training providing a familiarization to every weapon used on the planet, how to use explosives, physical assessments of Civil Engineering structures, as well as how to speak Farsi. She has been learning Russian and Chinese due to her time with General Staff Reconnaissance Unit 262 or more commonly known as Sayeret Matkal.
Her time in Sayeret Matkal helped to improve her language arts, small arms knowledge, tactical proficiency, CQB/CQC, hand to hand combat and sniper training. In this unit she has also received training in how to call indirect fire from artillery and close air support aircraft.
Mazi has enjoyed her time in the IDF, but two years ago decided she wanted to leave the IDF and head in a different direction. She left the IDF at the rank of Samal Rishon (Staff Sergeant). After 10 years with the Israeli army, Mazi was tested for and joined Raven Squad where she was introduced to some intriguing futuristic technology that completely thrilled her.
Mazi was always someone to think outside the box. For her, doing things in a traditional manner or the way things have always been done was not challenging enough. She always looked for more creative ways to complete a task. It helped to create a sense of accomplishment and ownership. It provided her with self-esteem; an unshakeable confidence that motivated her to work efficiently and effectively.
Personality: Mazi has both an active and adaptable personality. She does not get fixed on one thing; her mind does wander with creative ideas which for some, this appears wishy-washy. Mazi is very amiable, friendly to all, and some find her charm captivating. Mazi is both charismatic, drawing others to her and discreet, remaining silent about issues when necessary. Good judgement is necessary in making these determinations. Mazi is optimistic about the future and has low tolerance for pessimistic people. She can be fun loving and may appear to have a “bad” attitude from time to time operating in a less than careful manner. So far, her reckless attitude has not killed herself or any of her colleagues. She refers to them as acceptable risks.
Tactical Suit: Mazi wears the camouflage uniform worn by the IDF when in the appropriate climate. She has other uniforms available for various climates as well as an all-black uniform for urban operations. Mazi chooses the Yakeda Phantom Modular Tactical Vest Plate Carrier Vest for her use along with the Blackhawk Tactical holster along the right side of her thigh. When she wears a helmet, it is the High Cut Ballistic Combat Helmet with Night Observation Device (NOD) mounted on the front.
Weapons: Mazi has a large collection of weapons at her disposal and will carry only those weapons (3) she needs for a specific operation. The following is a list of weapons in her personal arsenal.
Medium Range Tavor 7 (7.62x51mm) Range: 600m AK-74M (5.45x39mm) Range: 500m Negev NG-5 Light Machine Gun (5.56x45mm) Range: 300 – 1000m RPK-16 Light Machine gun (5.45x39mm) Range: 100 – 1000m NG-7 Machine Gun (7.62x51mm) Range: 300 – 1000m M203 GL (40x46mm) Range: 350m v area target or 150m v. point target GP-25 GL (40mm Caseless) Range: 350m v area target or 150m v. point target
Long Range NG-7 Machine Gun (7.62x51mm) 1200m Dan bolt action sniper rifle (.338 or 8.6×70mm) Range: 1200m Lobaev Sniper rifle (.338 or 8.6×39mm) Range: 1,750m Orsis T5000 sniper rifle (.408 Cheyenne Tactical or 10.36×77mm) Range: 1,930m
Equipment:
- 2x Duffel bags - 2x Laundry bags - Large Military Commando Bag (IDF) - Assault Vest (ammo pouches, canteens, first aid kit and butt pouch) - Tactical Holster, fits Masada & Grach - 2x uniforms per climate (woodlands, desert, winter, urban and grasslands) - Aimpoint red dot lasers for assault rifles and pistols - Night vision sight mounted on helmet - Winter jacket - Black watch cap - Winter gloves - Work gloves - Fingerless gloves - Bayonet - Gerber Mark II survival knife - Gerber Leatherman multi-tool - Boxing Gloves - Sparring Gear - Focus mits - Muay Thai pads - Kick shield
Magazine Storage - 12x 9mm SMG 32-round magazines - 5x 9mm Masada 17-round Magazines - Ammo bag for 12-gauge shotgun shells, loose - 5x 9mm Grach 17-round Magazines - 20x SR-25 pattern 20-round Magazines (7.62x51mm) - 12x Kalashnikov 30-round Magazines (5.45mm) - Ammo bags for Light and General Machine guns. - Grenade vests for GL; holds 18x 40mm grenades - 10x .338 Lapua detachable box magazines, 10-round - 10x .408 Chey Tac detachable box magazines, 5-round
Hobbies: When Mazi is not participating in training or exercise, she enjoys going to parties, out to clubs, get togethers with friends, bike riding, hiking, sunbathing in the nude, reading mysteries and mountain climbing.
Likes: Mazi likes cherry cheesecake, swimming in the ocean, being with friends, puzzles, polite people—good manners (at least when they are new to her), fun people (friends she has known for a while and don’t need to be polite anymore), comedy shows—funny people, magic shows, American music (soft rock, pop, r&b & some country), German automobiles, puppies, the beach, and more…
Dislikes: Mazi does not like rude people, unless she has known them for a while. She is loyal. She does not care for rap music, heavy metal, most country music or classic rock. Excessive waiting, people who do not live up to their promises, liars and carnies (carnival barkers). Having grown up in the middle east, she does not like cold or snowy weather. She is OK with rain, but not the subzero weather of Scandinavia.
Appearance: Mazi is built lean, but muscular. She puts in hours at the gym and is quite focused in her training. She has been training in Krav Maga since the day she first joined the Israeli Defense Force at age 18. At 5’ 7” she is average height, but tall enough to provide her decent strength, balance, and agility.
Her photos do not do her justice as most of her muscular gains have been acquired in the past two or three years. She prefers to wear comfortable clothing like sweatpants, T-shirts and running shoes. She knows how to dress up for a night in a major city using her natural beauty to garner favor with men when necessary. Her hazel eyes and dirty blonde hair can be difficult for some men to resist.
Nationality: Israeli
Callsign: Ha-ze'ev (Grey Wolf)
Skills:
Translator. Mazi was born speaking Hebrew and English. Due to their proximity to Arabs, she learned to speak the Arabic language as well. After joining the IDF, she learned to speak Farsi and has been studying Russian and Mandarin Chinese as well. She knows a smattering of French, German and Italian.
Small Arms Specialist. Due to her time in the IDF and more importantly, the Sayeret Matkal AKA: General Staff Reconnaissance Unit 262 she is familiar with just about all small arms weapons on the planet. Her expertise lies more with Israeli and Russian built weapons.
Explosives Specialist. Mazi received specialized training in the use of various explosives including their detonation devices, detonation cord and fuse cord. She has learned how to establish and use various flame field expedient techniques. Her training included visually evaluating physical structures from a civil engineering perspective to determine how much C4 or other form of explosives would be needed to either weaken, disable, or destroy a structure. Her training included the manufacture of handheld devices containing booby traps concealed to appear like harmless tools in our daily lives.
Close Quarters Battle / Close Quarters Combat. Krav Maga is taught to every member of the IDF. They are introduced to this hand-to-hand combat system during Basic Combat Training. The elite units are taught more advanced techniques used to help them disarm and disable a potential opponent and multiple opponents at once. The Krav Maga principle of always advancing into a fight has become second nature for Mazi Zamiyr.
Sniper. Mazi attended the IDF sniper school, excelling at hitting targets at a distance. Her preferred weapon is the Israeli built Dan .338 caliber bolt action rifle. She can perform the role of spotter, sniper or surveillance using her optics.
History: Born in the seaside city of Haifa to parents who have been employed in government work for most of their lives. Her father maintains a reserve commission in the IDF as a Colonel. Her mother had at one time been a member of a Mossad intelligence gathering squad but is now a legal secretary in the Haifa District Courts.
At age 18, Mazi was conscripted into the Israeli Defense Force. She excelled in academics in school and had the personality to fit in with new situations. She has a very flexible mindset, choosing Infantry for her occupational specialty initially. Mazi loves the challenge of physical training, instructions on various weapons, and the conduct of small unit tactics. She is knowledgeable of both squad and platoon level operations.
After her obligatory conscription time in service ended, she asked for training in the special forces and became a permanent member of the IDF. She completed this training providing a familiarization to every weapon used on the planet, how to use explosives, physical assessments of Civil Engineering structures, as well as how to speak Farsi. She has been learning Russian and Chinese due to her time with General Staff Reconnaissance Unit 262 or more commonly known as Sayeret Matkal.
Her time in Sayeret Matkal helped to improve her language arts, small arms knowledge, tactical proficiency, CQB/CQC, hand to hand combat and sniper training. In this unit she has also received training in how to call indirect fire from artillery and close air support aircraft.
Mazi has enjoyed her time in the IDF, but two years ago decided she wanted to leave the IDF and head in a different direction. She left the IDF at the rank of Samal Rishon (Staff Sergeant). After 10 years with the Israeli army, Mazi was tested for and joined Raven Squad where she was introduced to some intriguing futuristic technology that completely thrilled her.
Mazi was always someone to think outside the box. For her, doing things in a traditional manner or the way things have always been done was not challenging enough. She always looked for more creative ways to complete a task. It helped to create a sense of accomplishment and ownership. It provided her with self-esteem; an unshakeable confidence that motivated her to work efficiently and effectively.
Personality: Mazi has both an active and adaptable personality. She does not get fixed on one thing; her mind does wander with creative ideas which for some, this appears wishy-washy. Mazi is very amiable, friendly to all, and some find her charm captivating. Mazi is both charismatic, drawing others to her and discreet, remaining silent about issues when necessary. Good judgement is necessary in making these determinations. Mazi is optimistic about the future and has low tolerance for pessimistic people. She can be fun loving and may appear to have a “bad” attitude from time to time operating in a less than careful manner. So far, her reckless attitude has not killed herself or any of her colleagues. She refers to them as acceptable risks.
Tactical Suit: Mazi wears the camouflage uniform worn by the IDF when in the appropriate climate. She has other uniforms available for various climates as well as an all-black uniform for urban operations. Mazi chooses the Yakeda Phantom Modular Tactical Vest Plate Carrier Vest for her use along with the Blackhawk Tactical holster along the right side of her thigh. When she wears a helmet, it is the High Cut Ballistic Combat Helmet with Night Observation Device (NOD) mounted on the front.
Weapons: Mazi has a large collection of weapons at her disposal and will carry only those weapons (3) she needs for a specific operation. The following is a list of weapons in her personal arsenal.
Medium Range Tavor 7 (7.62x51mm) Range: 600m AK-74M (5.45x39mm) Range: 500m Negev NG-5 Light Machine Gun (5.56x45mm) Range: 300 – 1000m RPK-16 Light Machine gun (5.45x39mm) Range: 100 – 1000m NG-7 Machine Gun (7.62x51mm) Range: 300 – 1000m M203 GL (40x46mm) Range: 350m v area target or 150m v. point target GP-25 GL (40mm Caseless) Range: 350m v area target or 150m v. point target
Long Range NG-7 Machine Gun (7.62x51mm) 1200m Dan bolt action sniper rifle (.338 or 8.6×70mm) Range: 1200m Lobaev Sniper rifle (.338 or 8.6×39mm) Range: 1,750m Orsis T5000 sniper rifle (.408 Cheyenne Tactical or 10.36×77mm) Range: 1,930m
Equipment:
- 2x Duffel bags - 2x Laundry bags - Large Military Commando Bag (IDF) - Assault Vest (ammo pouches, canteens, first aid kit and butt pouch) - Tactical Holster, fits Masada & Grach - 2x uniforms per climate (woodlands, desert, winter, urban and grasslands) - Aimpoint red dot lasers for assault rifles and pistols - Night vision sight mounted on helmet - Winter jacket - Black watch cap - Winter gloves - Work gloves - Fingerless gloves - Bayonet - Gerber Mark II survival knife - Gerber Leatherman multi-tool - Boxing Gloves - Sparring Gear - Focus mits - Muay Thai pads - Kick shield
Magazine Storage - 12x 9mm SMG 32-round magazines - 5x 9mm Masada 17-round Magazines - Ammo bag for 12-gauge shotgun shells, loose - 5x 9mm Grach 17-round Magazines - 20x SR-25 pattern 20-round Magazines (7.62x51mm) - 12x Kalashnikov 30-round Magazines (5.45mm) - Ammo bags for Light and General Machine guns. - Grenade vests for GL; holds 18x 40mm grenades - 10x .338 Lapua detachable box magazines, 10-round - 10x .408 Chey Tac detachable box magazines, 5-round
Hobbies: When Mazi is not participating in training or exercise, she enjoys going to parties, out to clubs, get togethers with friends, bike riding, hiking, sunbathing in the nude, reading mysteries and mountain climbing.
Likes: Mazi likes cherry cheesecake, swimming in the ocean, being with friends, puzzles, polite people—good manners (at least when they are new to her), fun people (friends she has known for a while and don’t need to be polite anymore), comedy shows—funny people, magic shows, American music (soft rock, pop, r&b & some country), German automobiles, puppies, the beach, and more…
Dislikes: Mazi does not like rude people, unless she has known them for a while. She is loyal. She does not care for rap music, heavy metal, most country music or classic rock. Excessive waiting, people who do not live up to their promises, liars and carnies (carnival barkers). Having grown up in the middle east, she does not like cold or snowy weather. She is OK with rain, but not the subzero weather of Scandinavia.
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.
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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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