@Shadow Daedalus can have Caster, I'll have a head start brewing a decent master with some possible character development on their bones rather than a copy+paste person. The person I have in mind is quite interesting now that its starting to form... Hopefully, my fickleness doesn't kill me or leave me in an awkward position lol.
I might need some help with ironing out the kinks of having Nicolas Flamel be a rougher version of Paracelsus but I think he so far is within acceptable limits of a Caster from the Age of Man. It was a much safer idea than making Eratosthenes being a vessel to 'All the World's Knowledge' as The Library of Alexandria... But yeah, I'll have a Nicolas Flamel out with a rouge idea surrounding him~
Not sure why I am sharing this lol
Servant Info
Name: 'Beta'
True Name: Eratosthenes
Class: Caster
Alignment: Neutral Good
Parameters
Strength: ★★★★★ (E)
Agility: ★★★★★ (D)
Endurance: ★★★★★ (D)
Mana: ★★★★★ (A)
Luck: ★★★★★ (C)
NP: ★★★★★ (A+)
Details
Background: Caster is the most prominent librarian of the Library of Alexandria, becoming the chief librarian after Ptolemy III Euergetes sought his wisdom and knowledge and offered a place there. He accepted Ptolemy's invitation and traveled to Alexandria, where he would live for the rest of his life at the age of thirty. He was a talented Greek, with various skills that he brought along with himself such as being a mathematician, geographer, poet, astronomer, and music theorist, he was a man of learning and eventually invented the discipline of geography himself. As he was the best known for being the first person to calculate the circumference of the Earth.
Due to the prominence of his figure overtakes the position as host of the Library of Alexandria rather than the wraiths who could possibly be summoned. He remains as a scholar of the sciences who seek out knowledge which is suitable for being a vessel of such a thing.
The Library of Alexandria itself was one of the largest and most extraordinary libraries of the ancient world. With the library dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of the arts, it suited Caster's own personality to learn more than a single subject. With the library created by Ptolemy I Soter, it functioned as a major center of scholarship and was a collection of works, lecture halls, meeting rooms, and gardens. Arguably, this library is most famous for having been burned down resulting in the loss of many scrolls and books; with its destruction becoming a symbol for the loss of cultural knowledge.
Personality:
Class Skills:
Territory Creation (A++) A skill which at this ranks allows him to create something beyond a 'temple' instead he creates the legendary Library of Alexandria. Using the memories inside his mind, he is able to recreate a convincing replica as his territory for magecraft and other uses.
Item Construction (D+) Caster's use of this skill is mostly used to replicating books whether they be magical in nature or not and copies them to into the Library of Alexandria. From the large amount of knowledge that he has, the creation of a multitude of items is possible from him when tapping into his pool of information.
Personal Skills:
Expert of Many Specializations (B-) 'Beta' was the nickname of Caster for his attitude of spreading himself thin in every subject that he could learn, being a master of none but knowledgeable in everything without specialty in a single subject. Skilled in math, literature, science, and music as his prominent areas of knowledge along with many more. Areas of knowledge that he is not personally accustomed with can be reproduced at a lesser quality from his connection to the Library of Alexandria within him.
Magecraft (B--- / A-) Caster's magecraft skills are the epitome of the Age of Man even without the backing of the Library itself, capable of performing things the modern magus could only dream after generations of research. His capabilities as a magician in comparison are terrible, with his usage of such techniques are severely inferior if they do not 'obey the law of physics'. Despite this setback, his rank allows him to be capable of performing anything that mankind can scientifically achieve both in the present and future. He can, however, use of the Library itself can partially negate his lack of aptitude for magecraft that 'obey the law of mystery' but is still incompatible which such a system.
Knowledge of Knowledge Itself (B) A unique skill granted to Caster when using the Library of Alexandria, it grants him Knowledge of Respect and Harmony (C) on his spells and High-Speed Incantation (B) when mentally using the Library. It stems from his ability to quickly recall the multitude of spells from his memory easily and weave them in ways that are unpredictable. This decreases the deterioration of effectiveness when using magecraft against his opponents, resetting only after the battle. When fully accessing the power of the Library of Alexandria in its manifested form, his High-Speed Incantation is raised to (A) and Respect of Harmony to (B) from his close proximity to it.
Librarian Of Stored Knowledge (B / A++) An ability granted to Caster which makes it possible for the recall of knowledge from memory clearly without a Luck check as long as it is within the Library of Alexandria or his memories. Capable of storing any amount of information within himself and the Library of Alexandria to recall easily at this rank. Should Caster try to obtain information not within the Library of Alexandria or himself, he taps into the writers of the books within the Library and with a Luck check, determines his success on doing so. The second half of this ability can only be used when the Library of Alexandria is manifested.
Noble Phantasms:
The Library of Alexandria - Record of All The World's Knowledge
A Ranked Anti-Unit --- A++ Ranked Reality Marble The Noble Phantasm which gives the identity of Caster for his summoning as the 'Library of Alexandria', he is the host and caretaker of the library, giving him a deep relationship to the place. With the Library itself is within his mind, it can be accessed anytime without difficulty. A person's consciousness also can be transferred into the library mentally in Caster's mind in which it's basically projected as an endlessly enormous and expansive library with bookshelves that seem to reach to the heavens. With ladders leaned up against the shelves as they too reach up to the sky until they seemingly blend into one with the bookshelves. Should a true manifestation be undertaken to summon the true form of the Library of Alexandria, a Reality Marble shall drag those around him into it and take the appearance of the same on in his mind.
The Noble Phantasm is a library of a seemingly infinite size that was created to house "all of the World's Knowledge" that with each book that he reads. With human knowledge also extending to magecraft, Caster also possesses the same detailed knowledge and is well versed on every form of magecraft that is within the library. Allowing the bridge between magecraft and magic to lessen though still be from reach despite all of the knowledge amassed. Despite being the epitome of the capabilities possible by the Age of Man, the possibility of achieving things that 'follow the law of mystery' seems to be present within him.
Destruction of Alexandria - Ashes of the Descendants
A++ Anti-Reality Marble The Noble Phantasm replicating the event of the destruction of the Library of Alexander, a notable disaster which symbolizes the tragedy of losing great works of history and knowledge. If activated, it will render death to Caster and whoever is within the library with him as the reality marble will literally melt with fire. As if the world was made with wax, the surrounding area will begin to melt as Caster is lite aflame as with the death of knowledge is the death of him. It is surely a last-ditch move to when Caster activates this Noble Phantasm as it is certain that he will die, collapsing the reality marble upon itself in self-destruction. Due to the nature of this Noble Phantasm, it will be difficult to convince Caster to activate it without a Command Seal but its usually a smart thing for him to never reveal it in the first place.
Ummm, dont judge me too harshly on my terrible creation lol (it was idea to a roleplay a long time ago)
Right now I won't push my skills too hard so early in the Grail War but there is a reason to why I'm going to be more adamant about it later. But either way, the initial post I made was easily exchangeable between a single arrow being shot accurately to a small cluster of arrows being shot for dramatic effect so it's done with no harm.
[Oh, I was ninja'd... But either way, yeah the post was edited]
My bad on the ordering of personal skills, it might have cause some confusion~
But my reasoning is that Instinct at B-rank is capable of reducing visual impairment by half and then when combined with the double bonus modifiers, I would believe that he would be able to pierce through the Mist combined with Clairvoyance with also a modifier. After his initial round of combat is over, Instincts would drop back down without any bonuses (cause reasons) which would make the fog more effective in its intended use and Archer would have to guess where Assassin would be using shadows and other signs of her presence in the fog if he chooses to continue.
But if that doesn't add up, then I could change the post to being more of 'warning' shots to scare Assassin away. Just seemed more appropriate for Archer to do something like that and gather favor from Saber whose wounded and maybe Mira. So either way, send me a word and I'll get an edit through if needed.
I'd be interested in playing both a Master and Caster if that's an option. If not then I've been wanting to see if the Caster I been making would be acceptable...
Huh, hopefully, my post didn't throw a kink in anyone's plan but Archer has made an official appearance for two teams... I kept in mind the theme of trying to not kill anyone but if there is a problem then just tell me~
With an exhale of a breath, Archer looked forward as his fingers were released from the bowstring that had been drawn only moments ago. The sudden appearance of a fog emanating from another aggressor who decided to challenge Saber had announced their presence that they were one of the remaining two Cavalry Servants. It did not seem to suit Caster who would build their resources, so his guess was that the aggressor was the Assassin class. Despite this information, it did not shake his confidence with his own bowmanship, before he dematerialized himself as his position was exposed and began moving closer masking his presence in the process. A flurry of arrows had been fired...
Presence Concealment: C
To call it difficult for Archer to see through this fog wouldn't be a lie but it wasn't exactly correct either, for his eyes was capable of piercing somewhat through its magical nature even from the distance he was from the scene of the fight. Combined with the skills he had, it made such a thing possible for him to partially ignore abilities like this for him. But was that to be unexpected for someone of the Archer class? However, it was beyond normal means that made such a fog which had surprised him the least and made him wonder what its capabilities could do. It would take a moment for him to adjust to its potency but he'd be fine once he took the moment to do so, he was indeed curious about this Servant.
Clairvoyance: C+
In the meantime, the Servant was peskier to locate despite his own skills seemingly countering such a class. The fog was really doing a number on his vision as he focused on the duo that Saber was, looking for the moment to strike. Having summoned his two quivers that sat on both his sides during the earlier engagement between Saber and Rider, the ammunition was already created and easily attainable for whatever he decided to do with them. With him earlier tempted to help the Knight Class Servant in her earlier disadvantageous position, he saw himself as an opportunistic troublemaker that made his actions decided on whatever his whimsical nature brought. Having the perfect opportunity to individually take down the Masters that were earlier present if he chose to, but that wouldn't be fun would it? Besides, Saber would owe a favor to him for assisting in a time of need, a valuable currency in such an event and who said you couldn't make alliances?
Having the task of locating the aggressor in the fog was more of a game for Archer, his eyes still trying to get themselves accustomed to this magical fog, he watched Saber for the opportunity that would present itself if he guessed correctly the nature of the two Servants. Besides, there wasn't a better chance than now with what was happening that fulfilled the condition to his own skills to work at their best. Specialized in using the element of surprise to his advantage for a brief exploitation, the two conditions he needed to achieve were to have eyes on his target and for them to be unaware before using his abilities to their full extent. After entering combat, most of his capabilities would be reduced after entering initiative but who would know the difference?
Instinct: B++
With the opportunity of attack that he was waiting for eventually presenting itself as he expected. He understood the drawback of Presence Concealment, which had the requirement to materialize oneself for physical interference with the world causing it to decrease in rank. It gave the opportunity for his arrows as they soared through the skies aiming for the general area that he thought the servant was to be after their last action. The attack on Saber enabled him to locate that general area for him as the arrows he shot flew across the sky. With her bleching blood before getting herself up once again, she must be a really formidable foe as expected of her class container... The arrows themselves, accelerating far faster than Archer himself could make his way over there, a group of three arrows had targeted the area around Saber with some power behind it.
Strength: B
He made sure the first attack counted always even if they proved to be trickier to handle than others, he'd at least make it some sort of a challenge for the two of them. Making sure of his action would disrupt the battle and he aimed to separate the two parties from each other. His intangible form had already moved closer to the scene of the battle, he looked for another vantage point that was half-a-mile away from the area where he took his shots. He had no reservations to attack either party if they decided to continue such a battle, for it was entertaining for him but it was the long game that his eyes were focused on.
Oh, this is exciting with potentially four groups already meeting up... Archer is definitely watching although having him do something is a different thing. Very interesting...
:: :: The first thing you notice about Jonathan is before you even see him, his voice ringing in the air with his laughter says so many things about him that gives insight to his character. The voice connected to the person talking is exactly what you would expect, with him being an outgoing guy with expressive eyes and a smile or grin always glued onto his face. Comfortable having people around him, he has a good taste in fashion that is obvious when you see him that ties his look quite nicely for not only other people but himself as well. With not only his clothing being well put together but his hair being styled and general hygiene being maintained to look its best.
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Douglas Vega {Father // 48 Years Old // Muggle // No House} Veteran
Jamie Vega {Mother // 43 Years Old // Half-Blood // Ravenclaw} Private Thereapist - Private Healer
Nataniel Cahn {Uncle // 45 Years Old // Half-Blood // Gryfindor} Potioneer
Kevin Melton {Brother-in-law // 25 Years Old // Half-BloodHufflepuff} Auror
Heather Melton {Sister // 23 Years Old // Half-Blood // Hufflepuff} Obliviator
:: :: Born on the West Coast of the United States, Jonathan was a Californian raised on the beach with the sun generously poured on his childhood. That is where the majority of his father's childhood was, growing up with the state as he traveled to places within its borders and sharing many memories with people there. One of those people would end up to be his future wife, with them meeting by chance that ended up to being something more between the two of them. Together after several steady years of their relationship, they settled down with their occupations and began to set their roots in California with their investments. Buying a house and even having a child that would end up being an older sister to another one in years to come.
It was the perfect place for upbringing not only Jonathan but Heather as well with such diversity coming from both friends, family, and environment that immersed the two of them. Experiencing both the Muggle and Wizarding worlds from their two parents, no doubt it brought a very interesting childhood early on for them to separate the two lives they had from being revealed. Of course, he had the help of his sister to help him adjust to the concept of hiding secrets from his Muggle friends but at such a young age he worked it through his head.
Within the next ten years of his life learning and having a small taste of what the world had to offer, their family decided to suddenly uproot themselves from California. Not because they were fickle but his Mother's job had presented itself an interesting opportunity of going to Liverpool, England where she would be compensated for such a move and more possibilities open to her. Having a discussion about the move, it was solidified after several talks between his parents that had them moving to the United Kingdoms after packing and saying their goodbyes to everyone. Leaving Heather in the States, where she had already married and settled down with her husband with a solid job in the Wizarding World of America.
Their transition over was as quick one could expect, his Mother and her family all assisted in the move after all of the necessary formalities were taken care of when they found a place. Finding their new home in a nice two story house with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, it had a lot of room to enjoy and grow in for Jonathan along with whatever else may happen in the many years they would have there. It was definitely a new experience for both his father and Jonathan himself who both had experience with muggles and wizards of America, were unaccustomed to their new surroundings. The two of them adjusted to some degree as they got used to both the people and culture around them with twice as much work to handle both aspects of London that they were privy to.
:: :: Although neither of them were brought to school, his dark tabby and tan husky were kept at home who are respectively called 'Salt' and 'Pepper'
Sycamore Wood: The sycamore makes a questing wand, eager for new experience and losing brilliance if engaged in mundane activities. It is a quirk of these handsome wands that they may combust if allowed to become ‘bored,’ and many witches and wizards, settling down into middle age, are disconcerted to find their trusty wand bursting into flame in their hand as they ask it, one more time, to fetch their slippers. As may be deduced, the sycamore’s ideal owner is curious, vital and adventurous, and when paired with such an owner, it demonstrates a capacity to learn and adapt that earns it a rightful place among the world's most highly-prized wand woods.
Phoenix Feather Core: This is the rarest core type. Phoenix feathers are capable of the greatest range of magic, though they may take longer than either unicorn or dragon cores to reveal this. They show the most initiative, sometimes acting of their own accord, a quality that many witches and wizards dislike. Phoenix feather wands are always the pickiest when it comes to potential owners, for the creature from which they are taken is one of the most independent and detached in the world. These wands are the hardest to tame and to personalize, and their allegiance is usually hard won.
:: :: This build-up on Jonathan character only to be a let down would simply be devastating... Thankfully, it is more often that people hear his voice ringing through the air before even knowing him and the sociable qualities that he has. With such a thing telling them much more about him than what words could explain at once or clearly about his character. It is undeniable about his aloofness and charm that surrounds him that seems to pair along nicely with the energy that he seems to have that can be draining for some.
His talkative and outgoing nature feels natural, with him having a comfortable time talking to people even if they were strangers or acquaintances that he'd have something to say about. It can be said that he changes himself so that he resonates with his audience, making it a two way street of liking each other even if they are from different groups of niches. Giving him the penchant for involving himself in a variety of crowds that one would not expect him to ordinarily be in that comes from the groups of people that he knows. With his curiosity leading him places, with some of it comes from his particular side of him of being interested in understanding people and all of their intricacies.
:: :: He likes to tuck in his shoelaces after tying them
Is uncommitical in his answers even if confidently sure
Wakes up early but goes to sleep late, he's a morning bird and night owl
Whenever he talks, he uses his hands to gesture a lot
:: :: Jonathan is the kind of person who likes to experience new, there are many things that can affect his disposition such as if he can enjoy the moment with someone else or have fun doing so.
Things such as enjoying food with friends and family.
Listening to music and enjoying it.
Dancing with people
Shopping and looking for clothes in general.
The Rain.
The Concept of Magic.
:: :: Extreme flavors in food whether it be way too hot, spicy, bitter, or whatever...
Obnoxious people for whatever he dislikes, whether they are rude or something else
Disappointing certain people that he looks up too, that is unacceptable to him...
:: :: One could call Jonathan an overachiever, others a 'fake' who is afraid of failing the many goals he wants to achieve in life. With a deathly fear of not putting the dreams and expectations of those behind him to good use, which drags him in the mud should he fail them.
@KahleenCuthald Whoops thats my bad, changing out the sections was confusing with all the mumbo jumbo the urls were. I'll get on that now and thanks for catching that.
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