Shurikai

Niamh: Discovery and adventure(always open!)

MAPS
Maps will be added as cities and areas are discovered.

Wood Elf forest

I've added a key of sorts. The forest isn't tiny, but its not huge. Please disregard the distance meter.

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RACES

Type: Wood Elf
Community: small village- everyone knows everyone
Culture: the wood elves have a simple and pleasant life. They do not over indulge themselves and are considered primitive by other races. They are a close people that take care of each other no matter the costs.
The hunters and gatherers live in tent-like huts made of fallen wood, woven vines, and cloth. The High Priest/ess and priests live within The Pure One. Tools are very basic, using only wood and stone. Hunters carry stone knives and very few carry swords as the stone used is not commonly found in large pieces.
Wood elves are a stubborn type and find change to be strange and dangerous. Any of their people found going against their traditions are often viewed as outcasts. However they are tight-nit and love each member of their village no matter how weird they think they are.
Some members of the village are very ferverent about their worship of The Pure One and are deeply set in their ways(priests). Others take things in stride and if a situation warrants it, they know He is always listening to their prayers. Every member of the village takes the High Priest/ess's word as law as they have direct contact with The Pure One.
As the very being of the village, anyone in need lives within The Pure One. This includes the elderly, some newborns, and orphans.

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GMs and Co-GMs: people who have power!

GMs
1. Shurikai

Co-GMs
1. Krinos Solstice

Players: People who are participating!
Thundercat
Masteroftheuniverse
Hermijouji

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Plot points and ideas and their rules.
I will only be adding ones we can start right now. Feel free to PM me suggestions!

Creature discovery: requires 2-4 players.
1. A creature discovery plot must have a minimum of two players with a max of 4. Exceptions may be made depending on the creature.
2. All creatures must be approved by myself or a Co-GM. NO exceptions.
3. Follow the creature discovery form listed with the character form.
4. Everyone in the plot must participate in the creation of the creature.

Plant discovery(if desired): requires 1-2 players.
1. Plant must benefit in some way.

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CREATURES

Alfort

This is a female Alfort. They are used as mounts for hunters and as life long companions. It does not have armor, the plating on the head is an extension of their antlers.

These canines have been companions to the wood elves for centuries. They are trained from cubs to hunt with them. The Alfort must be three years old before being trained for riding and will only allow one rider their entire lives. The Alfort follow the Grawlv from over the mountains into the forest.

Grawlv

This is the Grawlv. They are the main food source of the elves during the rutting season. Its antlers have flowers and herbs growing on them. There is a shrine dedicated to the Grawlv where the river enters the mountains.

Tryph

This is a Tryph. Yes its based on a dolphin... I'm not the best at drawing them.

A rare fish that is sometimes seen swimming in the river. Not much is currently known about them.

Lexon

Lexon is a small wild feline that prowls the trees and mountains. They are well liked among the elves for keeping the plant destroying rodents away from their gardens. Some species are known to grow to the size of a young Alfort cub.

Kaldio

Is a lion.
This fearsome beast is the only known large predator that stays in the forest year round. They often attack travelers but seldom kill them.

Hupip

Is a Rabbit.
Feisty critters that like to chew on elven huts and trees. Most elves find them too cute to kill or eat and as such are currently overpopulated. The forest dwelling variety can get large enough for small children to ride on. Children also often keep them as pets until they get too large to keep and release them into the forest. Most however become fond of the elves and take to defending the gardens they once raided.

Alega

Is a leafy sea dragon.
A common sight in the river. Its said to be good luck if one kisses you.

Usumae

Is a water moccasin.
this poisonous snake is the reason the elves don't test the myth of the Alega. One bite is enough to kill an adult and it considered the most dangerous creature in the water.

Freyar

Is a blue jay. Sort of.
A pretty red bird that frolics away the day. There is nothing special about it.

Ghost Pyranx

Is a collared falcon.
Eats Freyar and Usumae. This bird is extremely wild and it takes a patient person to tame it.

THERE ARE HAWKS/FALCONS AVAILABLE! You may take falconry as a skill!

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Children, Death, and Continuing

Children: When a man loves a woman... just kidding! However, if you and another player decide that your characters are a match, you may have children with them*. Both parties MUST agree before hand.
*Follow the rules!

Marriage: marriage is not required by the wood elves, but may be by other races. You may be joined together by the High Priest at you and your partners request. This must be planned as the High Priest is very busy.

Death: A character may die while journeying around Niamh. They could also die of old age. You could also ask that your character be terminated.
After ONE month of not posting with no notification, your character will be considered dead.

Continuing: If your character dies, you may be able to continue roleplaying. This however depends on the manner of your characters expiration.
Unnatural death(animal attack, murder, etc.): you may make a new character of any race(if discovered) following character creation rules. You may also ask a parent to play their child if they are of age.
Old age: you may make a new character of a different race(if discovered) or, if you have children, you may play as one. This includes all children of your blood.
Requested termination: you may make a new character of a different race(if discovered). You may also ask a parent who has children of at least half a different race to play one.
Un-notified disappearance: you will not be able to create another character of any kind unless you have permission from a GM. If it happens again, you will not be allowed to rejoin at all.

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Character Sheet, character/player requirements, discovery forms

Name:
Date of birth(season, day out of 90):
Age:
True age(age multiplied by 6):
Gender:
Position:
Skills:
Appearance(pic, description, or both):
Personality:
History:

I will use Cayenne as an example as he is not making an appearance in this roleplay.
Name: Cayenne Pepper
Date of birth(season, day out of 90): Autumn, 57th day
Age: 23
True age(age multiplied by 6): 138
Gender: Male
Position: Head hunter
Skills: Proficient with a bow and can identify most plants in the field
Appearance(pic, description, or both):

Cayenne

Personality: laid back with a kind disposition. Can be very strict with the youngsters.
History: I want at least a paragraph on the history.

Character requirements:
Starting out unless otherwise accepted, all characters will be between the ages of 15 and 19. This is how old they look and true age is determined by taking their age and multiplying it by 6.
Example-
Age: 15
True age: 90
If you want your character to be older than 19 or younger than 15, you must pm me your cs as well as the reason.

THERE IS NO MAGIC. Until stated otherwise.

NO smithing, lockpicking, or anything that involves metal and doors.. or windows. The wood elf people are simple and don't have gaudy jewelery made of gold or silver. Cut gems or stones dont exist to them.

Player requirements:
One liners are okay in my book unless you create a block in progress. If this happens, you will be asked to revise your post. If you do not, your post will be skipped over.
You can make your posts as long as you like.

Hiatus: if for any reason you will not be able to roleplay for a while, a player may choose for their character to be off discovering themselves, discovering a creature or plant, sickness. If you want your character to be doing something different, send me a PM and we can work it out. This is only required if you will be absent for 10 days or more.

DISCOVERY FORMS
Creature
Name:
Type(game, pet, existent*, etc.):
Appearance(picture only):
Habitats:
Description(two sentence minimum):
Based on:

Plant
Name:
Appearance(picture, description, or both):
Description(what it does):

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A new High Priest is about to be chosen. Someone to guide their people into a new era. One of peace? One of war? Perhaps adventure? How will you shape this blossoming world?

Setting: In the beginning there will only be one settlement, the wood elves. It starts in a small village in the middle of a vast forest. Behind it is a massive oak tree known as The Pure One. This tree is the embodiment of their deity.

The Pure One: An enormous tree that sits as a focal point in the forest. It can be seen from anywhere from the forest floor to the mountain peaks. It helps the young elves find their way home if they get too far from the village. The tree provides a source of fresh water to the village, the animals in the forest, and the trees themselves. The river that flows through the forest comes from the tree. The tree grows many different fruits and vegetables to provide food to the elves.
Inside the base of the tree, there is a small pool that the High Priest goes to to communicate with The Pure One in times of crisis for guidance. He or she will also go to this place for the choosing of an apprentice.

The people: I was planning on this being a purely elves planet for consistency, however I am open on races but there will only be one in the beginning. Wood elves.

The world: the planet known as Niamh(pronounced neev, meaning brightness and radiance) will be an open world. Those that are not familiar with this term, think Elder Scrolls, EverQuest, Vanguard, Age of Conan, etc. To add to this, the elves will only know their village and surrounding area. There is nothing beyond the mountains surrounding the forest creating a "flat world" of sorts.

Plot: there is no specific plot. I want this roleplay to be as realistic as possible. Character development based on split second decision making. I have a plan to start, but whatever happens after is up to the players.

What we will be doing: There is a lot about this planet that is unknown, even to me. A map will be made and as races, cities, creatures, and continents are discovered, the map of the world will fill. The players(you) will be the ones to discover everything. I have everything in that regards worked out already with things being added every day.

There are currently only five "positions" within the village, as things progress, there will be others added to this list:
High Priest/ess: Guides the people of their village following the will of The Pure One. Their word is absolute law. This position is currently unavailable.

Priests: Tends to The Pure One, making sure the tree is healthy and strong. Collects fruits and vegetables grown on the trees boughs. Governed by the High Priest.

Head Hunter: Trains new hunters and teaches them how to work with their companions.

Hunter: They hunt, often from the backs of their furred companions. Governed by head hunters.

Gatherer: Collects herbs and other food from the village garden or the forest beyond. Governed by a group of experienced members.

Rules!
1. No god-modding.
2. Romance is allowed, but keep it G.*
3. Keep chat polite and don't negatively criticize anyone or their character.
4. NO MAGIC, until stated otherwise.
5. One character per person. No exceptions!
6. Obey all site rules or be banned from this roleplay.

I reserve the right to make changes to this set of rules without notice. All things new will be marked so.
*Take any romance to PMs with both parties consent or fade out. Smut is not allowed on the site.

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Alright. Thank you. :)

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They will be later on. For now its just the five.