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27 days ago
Current Summer break begins today!
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3 mos ago
I will continue to be one of the oldest members of this community in August.
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5 mos ago
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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2 yrs ago
Happy holidays, everyone!
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2 yrs ago
Summer break is almost over. Back to work/school and all that non-fun stuff.
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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)



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Adrien walked to the auditorium with Harley. They found a seat near an aisle about halfway down. He was happy to be back at school, happy to be back with his friends. Although he loved his mother and sister dearly, he did consider the school to be home like Mrs. Pryde mentioned. The formality of addressing adults by mister or misses was something his conservative Russian mother ingrained in both he and his sister. A few may have been uncomfortable, but it was more about respect than age.

Adrien waved at a few of the kids he knew from last year. He hoped he would be considered for X-men this year. He was 18 afterall, but his mutant ability didn't lend to well to a combative role. Adrien was actually very happy with his ability. He could hurt a fly and would rather help than hurt someone.

"Harley?" Adrien looked at his friend. "You think we get picked for X-men? I'm excited to see how things go. You know what mean?" Adrien spoke in his Muscovite accent. He had actually gotten better with his English and was planning to take the test at the end of the year to become an American citizen.
I read over everyone's character sheets. I was more concerned with the 17-19 year olds as those are the students, Adrien interacts with and forms close relationships with. I tried to come up with some form of relationships with the characters. If anyone would like to interject with my notes, please do. We can work on relationships for the RP.

Xtreme:
Katherine “Kitty” Anne Pryde. Shadowcat, 33 (Deerfield, Illinois), Headmistress/Teacher of Computer Science, Phasing/Intangibility
Respect

Alfredo “Freddie” Benito DiAngelo, Pressure, 24 (Isola delle Femmine, Sicily, Italy), Teacher/Coach, Physical Education, Telekinesis
Adrien does not quite get Mr. DiAngelo. It will take time for him to warm up to the Italian Gym teacher.

Sturmgewehr:
Name: Steve Irvine, Spitfire, 29 (Miami, Florida), History teacher & mechanic, Pyrokinesis
Adrien has resepct for Mr. Irvine who constantly tells him to call him, "Steve".

FaithsRose:
Name: Luna Marionette, 18 (Hume, Virginia), Student, Lupine mutation
Adrien is attracted to Luna. He is concerned about her mental health. She reminds him of his sister Gina when she acts out. Personal experiences with his sister allows him to remain calm when she gets upset and he is capable of soothing her.

Adrian admires Daisy Vaughn (Phoebas) for her personality.

Xtreme:
Name: Duncan James Spencer, Guardian, 18 (Dundee, Scotland), Student, Kinetic Energy Absorption
Adrien perceives Duncan as aloof. He had attempted once early in the year to engage him in conversation. Although, Duncan was outwardly friendly, Adrien perceived something about him that pushed him away. He has since remained indifferent or distant from the Scottish mutant.

LyricsKiss:
Name: Naka Vejay, Element , 18 (Sibiu, Romania), Troublemaker, harness elements
Adrian thinks Naka is fun to hang out with. She is a good friend.

Nallore:
Name: Alicia Taylor, Shifter, 17 (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), Student, Metempsionic
Adrien is friends with Alicia.

Animelover_Princess:
Name: Oona Fredrick, Selkie, 17 (Fort Campbell, Tennessee) student, metamorphosis into water based life-form
Adrien is friends with Oona.

Asuu:
Name: Alucard De Vinci, Reaper, 18 (Venice, Italy), Blood's Essence
Adrien perceives Alucard as arrogant. This perception initially turns him off, but he cannot help possessing a certain child like curiosity of Alucard. He would like to know more about him. Unknown to either Adrien or Alucard, Adrien's blood could kill Alucard and Adrien is unable to heal him. This pairing could make for a certain level of animosity if their blood was to mix. The two are neither friends or enemies. There is a congenial indifference about them.

Sixsmith:
Name: Harley Roald Coeman, Progenitor, 18 (Stillwater, Minnesota), Student, Hallucinogen Emission/Emotional Manipulation
Adrien enjoys Harley's company. Adrien is heterosexual and has never allowed sexual orientation to get in the way of friendship. He knows Harley is a good friend and appreciates that.

Heathen:
Name: Daniel Aiden Green - "Danny", Chlorophyll, 19 (San Francisco, CA), Student, Teacher's Assistant, Botanist, Plant Manipulation/Contaminant Immunity
Adrien likes Danny. He is a good friend. He appreciates the fact that they both possess a "healing" ability. He views Danny as a kindred spirit.

PoisonLilies:
Name: Jade Green, Bastet, 17 (Little Falls, New York), Pyrokinesis/ Pyro Feline Familiars/Feline Physical Attributes
Adrien enjoys Jade's company. They are good friends. He appreciates her low key approach.
Appearance:

Adrien Timoshenko is 5'9" tall and weighs 159 Lbs. He wears his short black hair neatly combed often using a gel to give it a "slick" appearance. His eyes are bluish gray and his physical appearance is average, leaner than other young men.

Name: Adrien Timoshenko
Codename: Rasputin
Age: 18
Place of Birth: Moscow, Russia
Occupation: Student
Family: Veronika "Nika" Timoshenko, 47 - Mother
Regina "Gina" Timoshenko, 16 - Sister
Relationship Status: Single and not looking

Mutant Ability: Adrien uses "Lay of Hands" to draw poisons, illnesses, diseases, injuries and any other malaise out of the victim's body. He must have physical contact with the victim in order for this to work. Once he performs "Lay of Hands," he becomes physically depleted and must rest. As he grows older, the amount of time needed to recover from this fatigue diminishes.

Unknown to Adrien, he has a reverse ability, "Death of Hands". Any malaise Adrien has drawn out of any number of victims is stored as energy. Adrien may use "Death of Hands" to transfer the malaise into a target. He must have physical contact with the target for this to work. So far, this side of his ability has not manifested in Adrien. Given his moral compass, this ability may come with a terrible price for Adrien.

Personality and History: Adrien Timoshenko is a good-natured young man. He is positive, upbeat, generous, and quiet. He prefers to take on the role of the observer, silently watching the activities of others. He is the quintessential "Observer". He is not prone to anger and is very comfortable with himself. He cares for people and is willing to help others when he sees a need. His moral compass points toward good. He likens himself to a Paladin of midievel age, but associates his ability with Grigori Rasputin

Adrien's family immigrated to the United States ten years ago when he was eight years old. His father died in an industrial fire at the factory where he worked outside Moscow. His mother, Nika worked as a physician in a hospital on Moscow. When her husband died, she was struck with grief and felt it necessary to leave Russia.

The Timoshenkos ended up in Albany, NY. Nika could not be employed as a physician in the US as her credentials were not transferrable from Russia to the US. She trained as an Emergency Medical Technician and currently works as an EMT for a local ambulance company.

Regina, Adrien's 16-year old sister took the loss of her father the hardest. She has been morose and quiet ever since his death. She wears black and takes on a Gothic appearance with dark eyes, multiple piercings and tattoos. As a teen, she is rebellious and does her own thing. Nika is very worried for her daughter, believing trouble is waiting for her around every corner. Adrien also, is concerned for his sister and tries to watch over her when he is able.

Adrien discovered his healing ability at age 11. It was a surprise. He healed his sister who fell ill from Bronchial pneumonia. While she lay in her bed near death, Adrien draped his hands across her torso as he wept. He prayed to God and wished for her to become well. A faint wisp of orange colored light emanated at the point of contact between the siblings. It was as though a transfer of energy occurred passing the illness from sister to brother.

The illness passed as energy into Adrien making him very tired. He immediately fell asleep. In the morning, Gina awoke healthy wondering why her brother fell asleep on the floor next to her bed. When he woke up, he was happy to see his sister alive and well. He initially believed he was not responsible for her health. It would be another two years before that realization hit.

His mother was traumatically injured in a motor vehicle accident. Nika was in a coma and suffered two broken legs and a fractured pelvis. He found himself in a similar position as with his sister two years earlier and once again, he cured his mother of her injuries. When she awoke, her bones had seemingly mended themselves. She awoke to find her 13-year old son asleep in the chair by her hospital bed.

Adrien told his mother what had happened. He was elated with his gift. He doubted himself, and practiced what he saw infrequently over the next year. His mother knew he needed to be with other children like him. Nika was interested in Xavier's School, which had shut down for some time. When she heard that the school was re-opening, she enrolled her soon as soon as possible.

Extra: While a student at Xavier's Institute for Gifted Youngsters, Adrien helps out in the school's infirmary. Over the past five years he has cured five people of cancer and repaired several fractures amongst the student body and faculty. Although he is widely known at the school, the faculty and staff have maintained discretion to insure Adrien is not well known outside the school.
Working on a character. I love X-men and Avengers. "Rasputin" is more of a support character with his ability, than an "in your face" combatant.

EDIT: Adrien Timoshenko submitted to Xtreme.
My apologies Hotshot. I would really love to participate in Role Plays, but as evidence of lack of posts, I am physically and mentally unable. I hope that some day I can return to this hobby, but with the demands of my family, it just doesn't seem to work out. :(
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TJByrum said
My general idea for a character goes something like this:He and his people were forced to flee their homeland years ago and settled these 'new lands'. These people are pagans with a warrior-ethos and simply want to raid, pillage, and loot everyone around them (similar to the Vikings). Their leader, however, is more level-headed. He wants his people to remain at peace, build up his forces and economy, and simply try to survive in this new land. He is also trying to convert his pagan people over to the church, but like an old habit their beliefs can be hard to push away. But how long before his practices cause unrest amongst his people?
It appears you have an interest in Viking history and intend to create a nation replete not with one solitary King, but with several small groups, clans or enclaves who may all get along at some times but not all times. That does make for an interesting set up. The Vikings or Northmen cooperated with other clans on many of their raids, but it wasn't always peace and cooperation. I like nations that build in an internal opposition to the majority. It does make for a more interesting story.

I have been thinking about where I want to take my nation. My ancestry is English and French. My mother's family emigrated from Shropshire, England which would have been Mercia in the 10th century, but was then became part of the Kingdom of England in 927. My father's family emigrated to Canada from Normandy in the 17th century. By the 12th Century, the Normans were a mix of Romans, Gauls, Danes, Norwegians, Hiberno-Norse, Orkney Viking, and Anglo-Danish. Maybe something along the lines of the Duchy of Normandy. Although, I may just go with a Feudal Japan theme, the Byzantine empire or something altogether different.
/rant on. Cannot do Hiders inside Hiders. O_o
/rant off.

Hello Hotshot!
Name: Hugo Göttingen
Race:Human (Naboo)
Gender: Male
Faction: Galactic Alliance
Current Rank: Colonel
Current Position/Title: Commander, 36th Infantry Regiment (Mechanized)


Physical Description:Colonel Göttingen, 46 stands 6'2" tall and weighs 210 lbs. He has dark brown hair with only a few gray hairs interspersed in his temple. If he wore a beard, you may see two white dots on his chin, but does shave daily. He has an oval shaped face with high cheekbones and almost gray colored steel blue eyes. His nose is long and pointed. A 1" long scar adorns the left side of his jaw-line. He wears the standard New Republic uniform; tan colored jacket, Light blue buttoned shirt, brown trousers and mid calf brown leather boots.

Weapons: SE-14 Blaster Pistol (Holstered)
Equipment: Datapad, brown leather belt /w brown leather holster, heavy overcoat, Extreme Cold weather headgear and gloves. Colonel Göttingen has several household items in his quarters aboard the starship his regiment is assigned to.

Personality and Traits:

Brief History: Colonel Hugo Göttingen was born on Naboo in 42 BBY. His father, Friedrich was a commissioned officer in the Army serving the (Old) Republic. Friedrich Göttingen attained the rank of General before retiring to Naboo following the conclusion of the Clone Wars. Hugo's mother, Demeter served the family at court, recording proclamations from the Monarchy. She served as recorder for King Veruna, Queen Amidala, Queen Jamillia, Queen Neeyutnee and Queen Kylantha. Demeter retired from Naboo public service in 4 BBY. General Friedrich Göttingen served during the clone wars commanding elements of the clone army. When the Clones betrayed the Jedi order, he was surprised, but close enough to see it happen. Friedrich knew that if he spoke up against the treachery he would be put to death. In 19 BBY, at the age of 49, Friedrich silently resigned and retired to Naboo with his wife.

In 24 BBY, Hugo joined the Republic Army serving as a platoon commander, following in his father's footsteps. In 22BBY, when the Republic contracted with Kamino for the Grand Army of the Republic, Hugo found himself promoted twice from Captain and finally to Major in the first year of the contract. The Republic was desperately in need of experienced officers. Although Hugo only had two years experience at the platoon level, he was able to complete necessary schooling to be prepared as a primary staff officer at Regiment or Special Staff officer at Division.

When the war ended in 19 BBY, Hugo was largely unaware of what became of the Jedi Order. He heard the rumors that the Jedi were betrayed by the Republic Army, but failed to believe or understand. It wasn't until he took leave on Naboo in 17 BBY, that his father explained to him what had happened. The younger Major Göttingen was troubled by this revelation. His period of denial ended and reluctantly accepted that Emperor Palpatine was not the man they all thought he was. This revelation took ten years to finally settle with Hugo.

Slowly from 17 BBY to roughly 7 BBY, Hugo fought an internal struggle to decide what he would do. He had served faithfully for the Republic and then the Empire, even serving for two years with Lord Darth Vader. In 7 BBY, Hugo abandoned the Empire and fled to the Rebel Army. He helped to train new recruits and fought alongside former Imperial brethren against the Empire at Hoth in 3 ABY.

Following the escape from Hoth, Hugo Göttingen was promoted to Colonel and given command of a Mechanized Infantry Regiment in the Newly formed Galactic Alliance. His Regiment is one of the regiments organized into the Galactic Alliance's 1st Armored Division.

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I also have an idea for an historical NRP, which follows along similar lines. I would like to see where you go with this. I'll follow.
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