@Roman That's a cool back story, is that based off of an arc in the comics?
It lifts from the general story of The Presence and the Pax Dei, as well as drawing from an arc involving Zauriel. Glad you like it!
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It lifts from the general story of The Presence and the Pax Dei, as well as drawing from an arc involving Zauriel. Glad you like it!
Maybe? Hopefully?
It's been a long time.
It's been a long time.
Name:
Arlo Sarsa
Aryzl
Aryzl
Nicknames:
N/A
Alias:
Halo
Enoch
Enoch
Age:
23
Sex:
Male (He/Him)
Appearance:
Arlo's two most distinctive features are kept tidy and well-maintained at all times: his otherwise wild, wavy hair is tamed and tied back to a neat, professional bun, and his amber gaze is made sure to be warm and inviting at all times, steering away from the piercing stare he's capable of sporting.
In keeping, Arlo keeps the rest of his person clean and well-groomed, staying clean-shaven and well-dressed. While preferring jeans and a shirt, he has also been known to astound in formal trousers and an accompanying waistcoat and tie when needs be. His smooth features are easy on the eyes, and his warm smile invites many friends. Arlo stands six foot high, and while he isn't toned, he jogs and maintains a base level of fitness.
In keeping, Arlo keeps the rest of his person clean and well-groomed, staying clean-shaven and well-dressed. While preferring jeans and a shirt, he has also been known to astound in formal trousers and an accompanying waistcoat and tie when needs be. His smooth features are easy on the eyes, and his warm smile invites many friends. Arlo stands six foot high, and while he isn't toned, he jogs and maintains a base level of fitness.
Powers/Skills:
Arlo has the ability to spin brightly-glowing gold rings and circles of what he calls 'Light Energy' into various sizes, that he can then grip and manipulate to fulfill several purposes: large circles can be fortified and held as shields or defensible barriers, while rings can be fashioned with razor-sharp edges for use as thrown weapons or close-quarters blades.
While Arlo calls it 'Light Energy', but truly believes it to be coincidentally-coloured psychic energy, it is actually weak manifestations of latent angelic power locked deep within him from heavenly forefathers.
While Arlo calls it 'Light Energy', but truly believes it to be coincidentally-coloured psychic energy, it is actually weak manifestations of latent angelic power locked deep within him from heavenly forefathers.
Backstory:
At the beginning of the universe, there was the heavenly body known as the Presence, and nothing else. And then, the Presence was surrounded by life.
Among this life were the Pax Dei - four orders of eternally loyal subjects to The Presence, the first in an ethereal race of beings that, in millennia to come, more mundane lifeforms would come to call 'Angels'. The four orders - The Eagle Host, The Bull Host, The Lion Host, and The Human Host - governed all that their maker had seen fit to create, and they were second only to the ultimate authority of The Presence himself. They acted as guardians, matrons, servants, peacekeepers - and military.
Micheal, Arch-Angel of The Eagle Host, watched over Earth in its infancy, guiding Man - the most recent creation of The Presence, and His most precious - through its first steps, and in his duty, Micheal came to love Man, seeing in them all the potential The Presence had gifted them. He took a keen interest in one particular charge - a kind woman, whose generosity, even to her own deficit, greatly humbled the mighty Arch-Angel, and so he sought to shed the restrictions of his post, and become mortal to be one with her. Micheal's brother, the Arch-Angel Lucifer, found such admiration of lesser beings disgusting; and so began the First War of Heaven, ultimately won by Micheal's forces, but not without great tragedy. The Kingdom of The Presence was split, and He felt a great sorrow that spilled out onto His creations; unable to bear the weight of such heartbreak, Micheal cut off his wings, and descended to Earth to be with his desired one, leaving behind all memories of his former power and heritage. And so, the Kingdom mourned the loss of the brothers Arch-Angel, and The Presence created no more.
Many ages passed. Micheal had made a rich family, all with the seed of his beginnings within them, but only a few able to wield such power for the good of their brethren. The latest child of the once-Angel is born 1993 and named Arlo, after his father's father, and his parents enjoy a good life with him in Metropolis. Arlo grows, and the seed in him stirs more than those of his ancestors; something in Arlo is different, a valiant heart or a noble spirit that taps into ancient power hidden deep within his bloodline.
At 16, shortly after puberty, Arlo begins experiencing blinding light emanating from his palms, that he soon learns to weave and spin into shapes. He practices for several years, exploring the sizes, the strengths, the qualities he can imbue his 'halos' with; but he learns to do little else, some kind of block - mental or otherwise - preventing him from tasting the power that, in truth, he is unaware of even possessing. Unsure what to make of his ability, he keeps it hidden, although such a secret bears a heavy burden upon him.
Now, moving into his mid-twenties and living in a new, frightening world - a world without the Justice League, a world threatened by inconceivable threats from unknowable corners, Arlo finds this burden too much to carry any longer. He steps out of his self-made shadow wearing the name of his secret - 'Halo' - as a badge of pride, and aligns himself with those who wish to defend Mankind and those they love. Come what may, Arlo wields his power - and therefore, he must be willing to use it.
Among this life were the Pax Dei - four orders of eternally loyal subjects to The Presence, the first in an ethereal race of beings that, in millennia to come, more mundane lifeforms would come to call 'Angels'. The four orders - The Eagle Host, The Bull Host, The Lion Host, and The Human Host - governed all that their maker had seen fit to create, and they were second only to the ultimate authority of The Presence himself. They acted as guardians, matrons, servants, peacekeepers - and military.
Micheal, Arch-Angel of The Eagle Host, watched over Earth in its infancy, guiding Man - the most recent creation of The Presence, and His most precious - through its first steps, and in his duty, Micheal came to love Man, seeing in them all the potential The Presence had gifted them. He took a keen interest in one particular charge - a kind woman, whose generosity, even to her own deficit, greatly humbled the mighty Arch-Angel, and so he sought to shed the restrictions of his post, and become mortal to be one with her. Micheal's brother, the Arch-Angel Lucifer, found such admiration of lesser beings disgusting; and so began the First War of Heaven, ultimately won by Micheal's forces, but not without great tragedy. The Kingdom of The Presence was split, and He felt a great sorrow that spilled out onto His creations; unable to bear the weight of such heartbreak, Micheal cut off his wings, and descended to Earth to be with his desired one, leaving behind all memories of his former power and heritage. And so, the Kingdom mourned the loss of the brothers Arch-Angel, and The Presence created no more.
Many ages passed. Micheal had made a rich family, all with the seed of his beginnings within them, but only a few able to wield such power for the good of their brethren. The latest child of the once-Angel is born 1993 and named Arlo, after his father's father, and his parents enjoy a good life with him in Metropolis. Arlo grows, and the seed in him stirs more than those of his ancestors; something in Arlo is different, a valiant heart or a noble spirit that taps into ancient power hidden deep within his bloodline.
At 16, shortly after puberty, Arlo begins experiencing blinding light emanating from his palms, that he soon learns to weave and spin into shapes. He practices for several years, exploring the sizes, the strengths, the qualities he can imbue his 'halos' with; but he learns to do little else, some kind of block - mental or otherwise - preventing him from tasting the power that, in truth, he is unaware of even possessing. Unsure what to make of his ability, he keeps it hidden, although such a secret bears a heavy burden upon him.
Now, moving into his mid-twenties and living in a new, frightening world - a world without the Justice League, a world threatened by inconceivable threats from unknowable corners, Arlo finds this burden too much to carry any longer. He steps out of his self-made shadow wearing the name of his secret - 'Halo' - as a badge of pride, and aligns himself with those who wish to defend Mankind and those they love. Come what may, Arlo wields his power - and therefore, he must be willing to use it.
Motivation for joining the League?:
In the wake of recent events, Arlo believes his gifts are for a purpose - if he is unwilling to use them for the greater good, he is undeserving of them.
What do you bring to the League?:
Fatally loyal and a valiant defender, Arlo is first to the frontline, and always willing to take blows for his comrades-in-arms.
Notes
TBC
Name:
Arlo Sarsa
Aryzl
Aryzl
Nicknames:
N/A
Alias:
Halo
Enoch
Enoch
Age:
23
Sex:
Male (He/Him)
Appearance:
Arlo's two most distinctive features are kept tidy and well-maintained at all times: his otherwise wild, wavy hair is tamed and tied back to a neat, professional bun, and his amber gaze is made sure to be warm and inviting at all times, steering away from the piercing stare he's capable of sporting.
In keeping, Arlo keeps the rest of his person clean and well-groomed, staying clean-shaven and well-dressed. While preferring jeans and a shirt, he has also been known to astound in formal trousers and an accompanying waistcoat and tie when needs be. His smooth features are easy on the eyes, and his warm smile invites many friends. Arlo stands six foot high, and while he isn't toned, he jogs and maintains a base level of fitness.
In keeping, Arlo keeps the rest of his person clean and well-groomed, staying clean-shaven and well-dressed. While preferring jeans and a shirt, he has also been known to astound in formal trousers and an accompanying waistcoat and tie when needs be. His smooth features are easy on the eyes, and his warm smile invites many friends. Arlo stands six foot high, and while he isn't toned, he jogs and maintains a base level of fitness.
Powers/Skills:
Arlo has the ability to spin brightly-glowing gold rings and circles of what he calls 'Light Energy' into various sizes, that he can then grip and manipulate to fulfill several purposes: large circles can be fortified and held as shields or defensible barriers, while rings can be fashioned with razor-sharp edges for use as thrown weapons or close-quarters blades.
While Arlo calls it 'Light Energy', but truly believes it to be coincidentally-coloured psychic energy, it is actually weak manifestations of latent angelic power locked deep within him from heavenly forefathers.
While Arlo calls it 'Light Energy', but truly believes it to be coincidentally-coloured psychic energy, it is actually weak manifestations of latent angelic power locked deep within him from heavenly forefathers.
Backstory:
At the beginning of the universe, there was the heavenly body known as the Presence, and nothing else. And then, the Presence was surrounded by life.
Among this life were the Pax Dei - four orders of eternally loyal subjects to The Presence, the first in an ethereal race of beings that, in millennia to come, more mundane lifeforms would come to call 'Angels'. The four orders - The Eagle Host, The Bull Host, The Lion Host, and The Human Host - governed all that their maker had seen fit to create, and they were second only to the ultimate authority of The Presence himself. They acted as guardians, matrons, servants, peacekeepers - and military.
Micheal, Arch-Angel of The Eagle Host, watched over Earth in its infancy, guiding Man - the most recent creation of The Presence, and His most precious - through its first steps, and in his duty, Micheal came to love Man, seeing in them all the potential The Presence had gifted them. He took a keen interest in one particular charge - a kind woman, whose generosity, even to her own deficit, greatly humbled the mighty Arch-Angel, and so he sought to shed the restrictions of his post, and become mortal to be one with her. Micheal's brother, the Arch-Angel Lucifer, found such admiration of lesser beings disgusting; and so began the First War of Heaven, ultimately won by Micheal's forces, but not without great tragedy. The Kingdom of The Presence was split, and He felt a great sorrow that spilled out onto His creations; unable to bear the weight of such heartbreak, Micheal cut off his wings, and descended to Earth to be with his desired one, leaving behind all memories of his former power and heritage. And so, the Kingdom mourned the loss of the brothers Arch-Angel, and The Presence created no more.
Many ages passed. Micheal had made a rich family, all with the seed of his beginnings within them, but only a few able to wield such power for the good of their brethren. The latest child of the once-Angel is born 1993 and named Arlo, after his father's father, and his parents enjoy a good life with him in Metropolis. Arlo grows, and the seed in him stirs more than those of his ancestors; something in Arlo is different, a valiant heart or a noble spirit that taps into ancient power hidden deep within his bloodline.
At 16, shortly after puberty, Arlo begins experiencing blinding light emanating from his palms, that he soon learns to weave and spin into shapes. He practices for several years, exploring the sizes, the strengths, the qualities he can imbue his 'halos' with; but he learns to do little else, some kind of block - mental or otherwise - preventing him from tasting the power that, in truth, he is unaware of even possessing. Unsure what to make of his ability, he keeps it hidden, although such a secret bears a heavy burden upon him.
Now, moving into his mid-twenties and living in a new, frightening world - a world without the Justice League, a world threatened by inconceivable threats from unknowable corners, Arlo finds this burden too much to carry any longer. He steps out of his self-made shadow wearing the name of his secret - 'Halo' - as a badge of pride, and aligns himself with those who wish to defend Mankind and those they love. Come what may, Arlo wields his power - and therefore, he must be willing to use it.
Among this life were the Pax Dei - four orders of eternally loyal subjects to The Presence, the first in an ethereal race of beings that, in millennia to come, more mundane lifeforms would come to call 'Angels'. The four orders - The Eagle Host, The Bull Host, The Lion Host, and The Human Host - governed all that their maker had seen fit to create, and they were second only to the ultimate authority of The Presence himself. They acted as guardians, matrons, servants, peacekeepers - and military.
Micheal, Arch-Angel of The Eagle Host, watched over Earth in its infancy, guiding Man - the most recent creation of The Presence, and His most precious - through its first steps, and in his duty, Micheal came to love Man, seeing in them all the potential The Presence had gifted them. He took a keen interest in one particular charge - a kind woman, whose generosity, even to her own deficit, greatly humbled the mighty Arch-Angel, and so he sought to shed the restrictions of his post, and become mortal to be one with her. Micheal's brother, the Arch-Angel Lucifer, found such admiration of lesser beings disgusting; and so began the First War of Heaven, ultimately won by Micheal's forces, but not without great tragedy. The Kingdom of The Presence was split, and He felt a great sorrow that spilled out onto His creations; unable to bear the weight of such heartbreak, Micheal cut off his wings, and descended to Earth to be with his desired one, leaving behind all memories of his former power and heritage. And so, the Kingdom mourned the loss of the brothers Arch-Angel, and The Presence created no more.
Many ages passed. Micheal had made a rich family, all with the seed of his beginnings within them, but only a few able to wield such power for the good of their brethren. The latest child of the once-Angel is born 1993 and named Arlo, after his father's father, and his parents enjoy a good life with him in Metropolis. Arlo grows, and the seed in him stirs more than those of his ancestors; something in Arlo is different, a valiant heart or a noble spirit that taps into ancient power hidden deep within his bloodline.
At 16, shortly after puberty, Arlo begins experiencing blinding light emanating from his palms, that he soon learns to weave and spin into shapes. He practices for several years, exploring the sizes, the strengths, the qualities he can imbue his 'halos' with; but he learns to do little else, some kind of block - mental or otherwise - preventing him from tasting the power that, in truth, he is unaware of even possessing. Unsure what to make of his ability, he keeps it hidden, although such a secret bears a heavy burden upon him.
Now, moving into his mid-twenties and living in a new, frightening world - a world without the Justice League, a world threatened by inconceivable threats from unknowable corners, Arlo finds this burden too much to carry any longer. He steps out of his self-made shadow wearing the name of his secret - 'Halo' - as a badge of pride, and aligns himself with those who wish to defend Mankind and those they love. Come what may, Arlo wields his power - and therefore, he must be willing to use it.
Motivation for joining the League?:
In the wake of recent events, Arlo believes his gifts are for a purpose - if he is unwilling to use them for the greater good, he is undeserving of them.
What do you bring to the League?:
Fatally loyal and a valiant defender, Arlo is first to the frontline, and always willing to take blows for his comrades-in-arms.
Notes
TBC
And @Roman I'm sorry I missed this earlier. What do you mean by advance her?
If the IC had moved on sufficiently in the time I was away I would have made some slight adjustments to Belle's grips with her power and certain changes to her body. However if it has only been two days since the blast that's unnecessary, and no changes are needed.
Apart from the ones you asked for on the initial application to get accepted in the first place.
Where is the IC at the moment in terms of story, setting, timeline? Is Belle as she is now still viable, or do I need to advance her in her sheet before I start?
I know I've completely fallen out of existence (sorry @[Stein] in particular for 1x1 reasons) but I nearly lost my job for things I didn't do and my girlfriend graduated and then had to immediately move out of her house into somewhere else and then had to go back to Reading and then I went to MCM over the weekend. But I'm back! Things are stable! I can do things like play Overwatch and write again!
Have I completely missed the boat on this?
Have I completely missed the boat on this?
@Stein in regards to personality, what exactly did you mean? Glimpses into behaviour through backstory? Tonal shifts in the bio? I haven't written a 'personality' section in a long time and I've come to rely on showing off my character IC as soon as I can. If it's just a simple touch-up of her history then that will be easy but if it's something more focused I may take a bit more time.
Otherwise, Applications are done and I've re-written the motivation to be more concise. I'll re-link the touched-up CS when the personality is cleared up.
Otherwise, Applications are done and I've re-written the motivation to be more concise. I'll re-link the touched-up CS when the personality is cleared up.
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Worked into the existing sections if you can, except for the Applications, just make that its own little section in your powers area. It doesn't have to be a full comprehensive breakdown, just maybe a general idea.
And ah okay, that's actually completely fine. I trust you and that's an addendum in the rules, I believe.
Alrighty. I'll be working on these this evening and have them up tonight. Got off work early so I've got a nice opportunity.
I will take the time to re-word Belle's motivation but I appreciate your trust in the matter.
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As always, I love your face claims. Perf. And like, 10,000 house points for slipping the word ethereal into that CS. I really love how you've done a good job at checking her powers and giving appropriate weaknesses.
I'd like to see something in terms of Applications for the powers. There's a shit-ton of applications that we've seen with those powers, but what is our girl Belle going to do with it? Also something in the area of personality as well. We get a little bit of who Belle is, but not much. I always like seeing a bit of that, especially for something Mavericks based.
The motivation is a little lacking. I like the "jumping off point" you give when you say she just wants to understand her body. So is this burgeoning vigilante life going to start off like an experiment to her? That could definitely be interesting. I'd just like to see something that would make her want to run off and join the Mavericks.
Overall, I don't really have any "problems" with the RP. Really just clean up those small points and you're good to go.
Sure. Would you like the additional information worked in to the existing sections, or in their separate bits?
My only issue is with the motivation. She'll be becoming a vigilante just to understand her powers and through them her body, but for joining the Mavericks... I don't want to spoil anything. Is that ok? I can clarify on skype if needs be.
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Also, yay! Bugs! Another girl! Hi Roman! *waves spastically*
Hey. I hope you like my character.
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