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The SCP Foundation: The Chronicles [Int. Check]

Alright :)

The SCP Foundation: The Chronicles [Int. Check]

Well, at the very least I'm intrigued :P

The Prophecy

Well, I was going to go after you Rhae, but um, might be best to let you go again @Dark Jack unless you want to go @Mercinus3 as Morgan's reaction is dependent on that of the sisters so if I wrote a response it would be...very very short. Perhaps not even a sizeable paragraph in terms of length.

The Prophecy

Thought I had posted my question, but I guess the forum ate it.

Former question:
"Jack, at this point, I'm assuming the inn has been abandoned, or at least to the point of which that the innkeeper may have run or at least hidden. Morgan is tired, and probably would want to seek out some place to sleep, though he'd rather not attract attention (or more than he already has). Would he be able to find the innkeeper in order to pay him for a room or would it be safe to assume that the proprietor has left the building for the time being?"

@Rhaevnn Xeno

The inn is indeed deserted by now, leaving only Morgan, Ixion, I'on and the sisters; everyone else fled once they started fighting. Finding the innkeeper would probably be unlikely, and for that matter I don't think he would be all that interested in taking Morgan's money... well, not in exchange for a room, anyway.

@Dark Jack

It is notable however, that I'on already paid for rooms for the lot of them. Granted, I get the feeling that the innkeeper wouldn't be terribly keen on letting them stay after the trouble they caused....

Yoshua's Character Storage Mark VII

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_{^Above is depicted the city of Ominar^}

⊰ Pʀᴇᴍιsᴇ

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The RP will be set in the city of Ominar, a formerly human-run city, which was non-violently taken over by the Prae just a year and a half prior. Now ruled by the regal beings, the Licentia have been driven into the slums, into hiding, or even out of the city entirely. While humans have been largely left to their own devices, they are nonetheless expected to step aside for their new rulers--whether it benefits them or not. With news traveling fast in this age ruled by magic and technology, a wave of unrest has made its way through Medius. With knowledge of the Prae’s unfair treatment to the citizens of Ominar, the murmurs of war have begun. In response, or perhaps preparation for further action, the Prae have, as of 6 months ago, begun releasing propaganda regarding the Licentia, calling them parasites and murderers, whilst using one of their prominent figures, a certain eximius as their scapegoat--though with good reason.

So it is that a small band of dissenters begin to gather, not content to simply protest against the Prae’s imposed order. Many of you will be among them and by and large, you believe it’s high time you do something about the state of affairs, whether the Prae like it or not.

⊰ Starting Off

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For those who joined at the beginning or down the line, this is where I joyfully get to tell you WELCOME to MA! Furthermore, if you're wondering where to start ICly once you've got your character(s) figured out, then look no further. Should you be joining as this begins, then you will more likely than not be a part of the forming resistance in Ominar and as such your introductory post should detail your character heading to the first official meeting of the resistance. Your characters might know each other already from previous protests or they could've heard of the resistance from a friend and so decided to show up, your choice.

Now, on the off chance that you're joining later down the line or with a character that is not part of the resistance, well, either work with the other players and see who wants to have a run in with your character, or failing that come to Ganryu and I, we'll help you find your way. Regardless, we hope you enjoy your stay, but enough of that, let's get on to the RP!

⊰ Ⱦerminology

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Priscus: Described as a paradise by those humans who have seen it, Priscus is the Prae's realm of origin as well as the place in which the vast majority of their kind reside.

Medius: The realm of man, reminiscent of our own, though its cultures and societies differ. While the Prae and Licentia have appeared prior, their most prominent entrance into human history occurred in 1563. From then onwards the realm of Medius found itself populated by increasing numbers of all three races.

Torqueo: The realm from which the Licentia originate, Torqueo is, in its own way, bountiful--though perhaps not in the same way as its counterpart, Priscus. Instead, Torqueo is a resource-rich location full of exotic, and often dangerous, flora, fauna, and materials.

Pylae: Colloquially known as 'the Rift', Pylae is a pseudo-realm possessing inconsistent space-time, which due to the difficulty of properly exploring it, so far lacks definition . Pylae is located in all space wherein Medius, Priscus and Torqueo are not.

Anima: The common term among the three races for the soul or internal life force. The term is also often used to refer to the pool of internal power utilized for magic.

Vis: A term used to describe both energy in general, as well as to refer to a being's external energy, sometimes called the aura by humans.

Ostium: While few but the most knowledgeable of magical researchers understand it, Ostium is the term used to describe that which connects a being's Vis and Anima. To utilize magic at all, one must learn to control the Ostium, so that the power of their Anima may be released.

River Metaphor-- If the Anima is the river source and the Vis is where river meets ocean, then the Ostium is a dam which can be opened and closed to regulate the flow of the river and the connection of the user's control to the user's external energy.

Manifest: An ability unique to the Prae, the Manifest, or Manifested State, is the term used to refer to a Prae's ability to manifest their Anima through their unique set of markings. Every Manifest is different, having a wholly unique appearance, though they are most often wing-like in appearance. The Manifest is an enhanced state for Prae, making their imbuing more powerful and allowing them full access to their capabilities--provided they have trained sufficiently. While all Prae--with extremely rare exceptions existing--possess a Manifest, they are not born with the innate ability to properly control it. So it is that they must train to use it properly.

Prisms: Crystals harvested from Priscus by the Prae for use by 'Mirage-type,' Prae. Prisms, as far as the world is aware, cannot be used by other races. These items are used by Mirage-type Prae to capture and store beings or objects of import for ease of storage or safety.

Licenti: The term used to refer to an individual Licentia, rather than their kind as a whole.

Growth Stage: Licentia in a state of physical and magical flux, their primary abilities being those of shapeshifting. Licentia in this stage have one surefire weakness: A solid Anima that resides somewhere within their body.

Trial Stage: Licentia who have, often temporarily, exited the Growth stage, entering a period of more stable existence wherein their form typically remains the same and their magical abilities expand to compensate.

Eximius: The third stage of development for Licentia in which they cease to cycle between the Growth and Trial stages and gain a stable form with stable magical abilities--these are often enhanced in comparison to other Licentia. Most Licentia deify them and so it is that they act as the leaders for their kind, when such are needed.

God-Queen: The name used to refer to the Grand/High Queen of the Prae, who is central to their social structure and continued prosperity. A God-Queen is chosen and created by no less than eight hundred Prae choosing a single individual as a host before sacrificing themselves to imbue the host with tremendous power.

Exeo: Essentially lesser God-Queens, the Exeo, or Queen-sisters/daughters, are Prae who have been given a portion of the God-Queen's Anima so as to empower them. The Exeo act as the voice and hands of the God-Queen in realms abroad.

Mirage: A classification made by humans after continued observation of Prae. Mirage Prae are individuals who use their innate magic to manipulate/spawn elemental effects, or whom specialize in telepathic abilities and healing. While all Prae can train to become a Mirage, sometimes individuals are born with talent in the three aforementioned areas. Some rare Prae of this type are born in a more etheric or elemental state, which they cannot exit. Such individuals lack a Manifest and cannot survive without their element for long. The reason these individuals are born at all is unknown to even the Prae. It should be known that Prae do not use this term to describe themselves.

Gypsy: A classification made by humans, Gypsy-type Prae are individuals with specializations that give them enhanced psychic capabilities. More often than not, Gypsy-type Prae can both be born, but they can be trained as well. These Prae are capable of advanced telepathy and allegedly clairvoyance--which is exceedingly rare among Prae. Some Prae with such abilities are born with more intricate markings and crystals, with their Manifested state being far more unique in comparison to their peers. Occasionally, a born Gypsy is capable of using their voice alone to ensnare/hypnotize both humans and licentia. It should be known that Prae do not use this term to describe their own kind.

Paladin: A term of human make used to refer to Prae who have trained themselves to both bond with the Anima and participate in combat. Prae with specializations which fit into the Paladin category are the rarest of the three more common specialties--Paladin, Guardian, and Warrior respectively. The abilities of a Paladin typically involve healing, of both self and others, as well as damage absorption/redirection, advanced enchantment/imbuing, and touch initiated telekinesis. Many Prae with these skills are chosen to serve the God-Queen and occasionally her Exeo. It should be known that Prae do not use this term to describe their own.

Guardian: A term used by humans to describe Prae who specialize in a form of imbuing which allows them to bond with the Anima of another being. This ability allows them telepathy and/or empathy with the bonded individual and they may take on pain or various levels of damage, as well as intuitively knowing where their ward is. Guardians also typically specialize in healing, allowing them to mend the wounds of both themselves and their ward, if necessary. Once bonded, a Guardian is bonded forever, even if their ward dies as their link to the Anima as it passes on remains. Unless a Prae Guardian is already close to their ward, the bond they form with them starts shallow and gradually deepens, eventually intrinsically linking the two in most ways. The Prae do use members of their kind with this skillset to watch over and protect individuals they deem important--though some bond of their own volition. Becoming bonded requires that the Prae physically split their crystal, imbuing half of it into their chosen ward--this process requires both a rather involved ritual and is typically very painful for the Prae. It should be known that Prae do not use this term to describe their own.

Warrior: A term used by humans, and some Licentia, to refer to Prae whose trained specialty allows them to better engage in combat. Warrior Prae have trained themselves to be adept at using their imbuing to enchant armor and weaponry so as to amplify their movement speed and combat efficacy. Prae do not use this human terminology to describe themselves.

Bridges: The colloquial term used to refer to the points where the three realms connect. Bridges do not form from Priscus to Torqueo and all Bridges tend to be well guarded on both ends--though those to Torqueo are less guarded on the Torqueo end. These 'Bridges,' will, typically switch locations randomly every decade or three, though the shortest period of time in recorded history was two years.

Rift Storms: Bridges can spawn anomalous time-space storms that spontaneously cause vis eruptions, and distortion of space. Typically, Rift Storms do not last more than two hours, though there are rare exceptions.

Focus: An object used, typically by human magic users, to better focus and channel one's vis. A focus is typically made from crystal, metal, or biological material such as bone, or liquids.

⊰ Ⱦhe World

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Ominar: A city recently conquered by the Prae, Ominar is a thoroughly industrialized coastal city, its surroundings largely bereft of nature's touch. While not a capital city, Ominar is a port city and thus a center of trade, making its capture by the Prae a rather important matter to the rest of the world--humanity in particular.

The Races

The Prae: Prae are lithe human-like beings with markings on their back/arms and crystals on their foreheads. Prae are capable imbuing others, themselves, and objects with their vis, by way of contact, thus facilitating telekinesis and healing abilities. The crystals on their foreheads pull in ambient energy of any sort so as to sustain them. Prae are physically weak, but their Vis is densely packed onto their body, defending them from damage to a point. Should they manifest their Vis, it tends to take the form of wings, exuding from their markings. While manifested, a Prae's 'wings' impart them with greater telekinesis, healing, and the possibility of other abilities depending on their chosen path.

The Licentia: The Licentia are a physically and magically diverse race. They are predators who consume the Anima, both internal and external to sustain themselves. Licentia possess a 'solid soul,' which takes the form of a crystalline formation within their body. While Licentia can have vital organs, all will be crippled, injured, or killed by damaging or destroying their soul core. The Licentia cycle between two stages till the end of their life, these being known as the growth and trial stages. The former is typified by fluctuating physical form and weakened magical abilities excluding shapeshifting while the latter is typified by a more permanent form, and expansive magical abilities. A Licenti who has reached this third stage is known as an Eximius.

Humankind: Humans are the race with the greatest population, shortest lifespan, and most expansive potential. While they tend to live only to 100 or so unaided, humans possess the ability to increase the strength of their Anima over time as well as the scope of their Vis. Additionally their Anima is uniquely impressionable, making them both more easily corrupted by internal magics or fooled by illusions. Yet, this acts as one of their greatest strengths, allowing them to harness the energy around them regardless of type and manipulate it in ways that only they are capable of.

Optional Reading

The Realms Expanded

_Priscus:

The realm in which the vast majority of the Prae population resides, not to mention their plane of origin, Priscus can be described as a plane suffused with a tremendous amount of ambient energies, lush with life of all kinds some humans might even call it a paradise. However, as with all things, Priscus is not quite as innocuous as it first appears. Under the surface of the alleged paradise that the Prae present to visitors is a place so rich with Vis that one might say that the realm itself is almost aware.

While its landmasses are constant over a shorter period of time, their orientation and location shift much more rapidly than the continents of Medius. Furthermore, while many creatures of Priscus have little to no need to hunt other beings due to the energy rich atmosphere, it cannot be said that they will not overzealously defend themselves from outside threats. Perhaps most frightening about the flora and fauna of Priscus is the fact that most of it is either capable of magic or magical in some way, shape, or form.

The Prae are very protective of their realm, allowing only trusted friends, or those whom the God-Queen or the Exeo approve of to enter. This in part because of their fierce instinct to defend their nigh-defenseless God-Queen, and also because should the unworthy discover the true bounty of their realm and come to covet it, it would put their kind at great risk. Yet, despite their efforts, rumors of a secret treasure have slipped into Medius. So it is that many begin to wonder what the Prae are hording to themselves. So are born the greatest adversaries that they may ever face: Greed and curiosity.

_Medius:

A realm of slow and steady development in regards to its make-up, Medius is possessed of more vis than Torqueo, but far less than Priscus. Inhabited by all three races, though Humans are the one who truly call it home, Medius is sometimes thought of as the melting pot realm, wherein all manner of things mix. Its development, once slow, was rather suddenly sent into overdrive with the introduction to the more magically adept Licentia, and the technologically adept, Prae. As a result of their introduction, Human society first went through a period of intense conflict wherein they expanded over the surface of the world, before the introduction of greater magical and technological knowledge was truly accepted and began to rapidly speed up the development of society at large. So it is that the world reaches its current state, where rather than smog and oil spills, vis eruptions and quantum instabilities can occur, affecting large regions before they are cleaned up--if such is possible.

Humans, while they have not colonized other planets, have managed to expand into Torqueo some, with several small populations of humans having been allowed to take up permanent residence in Priscus, them and their descendants slated to never return. While humans are by and large the most plentiful race inhabiting Medius, this is not to say that there are a small amount of Licentia or Prae, the latter of which account for at least 20% of the sentient population, with the former being about 5% of the total population.

_Torqueo:

A resource rich realm inhabited by all manner of strange, and often dangerous, beings--not the least of which are the Licentia themselves. Known as the harsh homerealm of the Licentia, this realm despite some humans having come to call it home, yet remains the domain of the the latter race. While not overly tumultuous in its geography, the weather and social climate could certainly be described as such. With many of the Licentia's rulers, the Eximius, dwelling herein, it is no wonder that the place would be filled to the brim with conflict of a varied sort.

Most intriguing is the environment of Torqueo, which rather than have its atmosphere be suffused with vis, finds that the soil, flora, and fauna themselves have absorbed much of it. So it is that in some places vast deserts or craggy plains form, while in others flora and fauna alike pull the precious energy from the ground, twisting it to their own ends. In this way, the Licentia are no different, with much of their infrastructure relying on the energy of the land itself to function properly. Like Medius, Torqueo is home to a vast assortment of cultures, despite being largely populated by the same race.

With the continued mixing of races within Medius, some Eximius have begun to turn their eyes to the realm, while others turn their attention to the realms of their kind's absent leaders. Going forwards, conflict is sure to break out in one realm or another. The question is; which will be first?

_{Pylae; The Rift:}

Pylae is widely thought to be the source of all energy, and so far both scientific and magical research has made clear a correlation between vis and this strange realm between realms. The leading theory is that energy is constantly exchanged between Pylae and the three realms, likely entering via quantum methods not yet understood by scientists or mages of any race. Yet, there are those who have found ways, if dangerous, to harness its power in fits and bursts.

Perhaps the most studied correlation are the points from which an individual may travel between realms. These locations are typically surrounded by unexplainable phenomena, be they magical or otherwise. Due to it being thought, despite there being no evidence of such, to be a realm torn between realities, Pylae is often called 'the Rift.' While rare, every so often, the gateways between realms, colloquially known as 'Bridges,' shift location in a seemingly random fashion for no apparent reason.

Additionally, there are the known, but exceedingly rare occurrence, known as 'rift storms,' which may take place around these 'Bridges,' making them impassable and spawning a temporary field wherein any manner of dangerous and unpredictable phenomena take place. These storms typically involve fluctuating fields of ambient vis as well as warped space-time within their confines. Luckily, these storms do not travel far from their sources, nor do they typically last any longer than a few hours, if that. Nonetheless, they are a dangerous occurrence, if one which allows great opportunity for those few who would dare study something so dangerous and unpredictable as the Rift. However, with the efforts of these brave souls, perhaps one day the world will have no reason to fear Pylae and its mysterious nature. Perhaps one day it will not be a mystery at all.

Perhaps.

The Races Expanded

_Prae:

Appearing as lithe humanoids with markings adorning them, this proud race hails from the realm of Priscus. When in their normal guise these lithe beings are graceful, light, and acrobatic, typically giving off an aura of purity and calm, though they can control this. While incapable of any truly impressive magic whilst in this state, Prae are capable of healing minor wounds, energizing others or themselves, moving smaller objects through the manipulation of their Vis. However, perhaps their most distinguishing features in comparison to Humans or even the Licentia, are the small crystals located somewhere on their foreheads in addition to their ability to condense their internal energy and exude it into the form of wings, or otherwise formations of energy, which manifest from the markings on their back and/or arms. The crystals located on a Prae's forehead are effectively invulnerable to all physical damage and a great deal of magical damage as well. A Prae pulls in energy through these crystals, using it as sustenance, this process only works if there is energy within the surrounding area. However, almost any form of energy works, as long as it is not held within a living thing.

In addition to these crystals, as mentioned, is a Prae's ability to manifest constructs of pure energy, which are a direct extension of their being—typically in the form of wings. When manifested a Prae's magical ability is greatly amplified, making them capable of greater telekinetic feats, either to manipulate their own person, those around them, or objects, depending on the specialty of the individual. However, while the abilities of a given Prae can vary somewhat, all of them stem from their inherent power, which has come to be known as “Imbuing.” This ability must be activated by contact between the Prae and that which they wish to manipulate.

Perhaps the most notable and intriguing use of a Prae's imbuing, is that which is performed upon their death. Essentially, when a Prae is near death they will, either consciously or subconsciously choose an individual who they have made contact with in the past—typically another Prae—and upon their death the entirety of their energy will be imparted to the chosen subject or subjects. The Prae may choose as to whether their consciousness is merged with that of the subject or not. When this is done the receiving individual's Anima is permanently empowered, allowing them a greater pool of energy to draw from. This is the only natural circumstance in which a Prae's Anima may significantly grow.

The Prae are ruled by several Queens, some of which are known as the Exeo. The Exeo have been imparted with sufficient power so as to facilitate the birth of true Prae. This is notable due to the fact that the children of Prae are born without the pure Anima of their kind—though they possess their crystals and markings. As such, by imparting Prae children with a small portion of pure Anima, the Exeo, or their greater counterpart, the God-Queen, allows the child to develop into a fully mature Prae later in life, rather than simply allow the equivalent of a half-breed, which would do nothing to further increase their numbers.

As mentioned, all Exeo are dwarfed by the God-Queen, who imparts them with the necessary energy to perform their function in the first place. The God-Queen is the single most important member of Prae society, being the only Prae capable of nigh infinitely absorbing ambient energy. This God-Queen comes to be when several hundred or a thousand Prae choose a member of their own whom they consider worthy of leading them. Once chosen, the Prae who have chosen her all simultaneously sacrifice their Anima, imparting their chosen Queen with such a tremendous amount of magical energy that her body's limits are exceeded, effectively rendering her incapable of any magic aside from giving her energy to others. The minds of the thousand Prae reach a state of cohesion with that of the God-Queen's allowing her a tremendous understanding of her kind and what is likely to be best for their continued wellbeing.

Due to her tremendous magical power and importance to their culture and social structure, not to mention her safety, the God-Queen remains in Priscus so that her tremendous soul and the vis that extends around it does not crush her subjects, and so that she remains far away from potential threats to her health.

_Licentia:

Beings of diverse physical appearance and magical ability, the Licentia are considered 'shapeshifters,' borne of Torqueo. However, the truth to their sometimes shifting forms is somewhat different in most cases. Rather than all Licentia being true shapeshifters, they instead remain in an impressionable state for a portion of their lengthy lives, during which they decide on their form and abilities going forwards. While a Licentia's growth period has a great amount of influence on what their abilities and appearance will be, it is their lineage that decides the pool of magical abilities they have to choose from. In this growth period a Licentia's Vis is rather small so long as their form is in flux, allowing them to manipulate their physical form to a great degree, though weakening any other magical abilities they might later develop. When a Licenti is not within a growth period, their true magical abilities manifest, and they are typically as impressive as they are diverse. Yet, while Licentia are indeed very individualistic in both culture and physical appearance, they share several notable traits, both magical and physical. The most notable of these are their 'solid souls,' in addition to their expansive Vis, and largely predatory and/or parasitic nature. Licentia reproduce parasitically, by in some form splitting their Anima once it has reached a certain density and placing it within another being—though the method can vary between subspecies.

While Licentia do technically regenerate their energy, the process is so slow that the energy generated would always be far less than that used in any notable physical activity, let alone magic. The energy is essentially only enough so as to give them just enough to survive should their Anima be depleted for whatever reason. Licentia, should they feed often enough, do not age, instead continually alternating between their growth and trial stages till they reach a certain level of self-awareness and understanding. Largely due to their longevity and parasitic reproduction, the Licentia are often demonized because of their nature, leading to many of their young being killed off, thus ensuring that their population never explodes.

While an exceptionally rare occurrence, Licentia can attain a third stage and even fourth stage of development, though the fourth's nature has long been considered a myth by both their kind and others. Nonetheless the third, and allegedly final, stage of Licentia development is characterized by the further stabilization of a Licenti's individual form and magical abilities. Only Licentia who have attained a sufficient level of personal understanding can attain this stage, which—should they reach it—affords them the title of Eximius. Aside from their form stabilizing in a more permanent manner—with few exceptions—an Eximius Licentia gains enhanced magical power as well as an effectively limitless lifespan so long as they keep themselves well fed.

Intriguingly enough, the rarity of Eximius licenti has led to the vast majority of their kind raising them to a deific status. As a result many consider Eximius to be more powerful than they truly are, resulting in them being feared and respected by both their own kind and others—if grudgingly at times. While Licentia tend not to choose defining leaders, but rather form small communities due to their individualistic nature, if there were any that they would consider their leaders, it would be those few Eximius.

_Humans:

Possessing the greatest population density of the three races, but the shortest average lifespans, humans tend to find themselves in positions of diplomacy with other races and situations of conflict among their own. They are not physically very impressive, though they tend to be hardier than the lithe Prae as well as naturally stronger. While the average human is of little consequence, all humans have within them inherent potential, which is far reaching in its scope. This on its own has allowed them to make incredible technological discoveries, as well as to learn to wield magic and of course to have expanded over the vast majority of their home realm, Medius.

While the Vis of Prae is limited to the surface of their form, and that of most Licenti is expansive in size, the human Vis is typically only a meter or two in radius, making it relatively small. However, true to their potential, this Vis can be expanded with practice and as an individual's Anima grows as, unlike Prae, humans can naturally increase their capacity magic over time and with due diligence. More interestingly, humans are capable of harnessing the energy of the world around them almost regardless of its nature. This is achieved by way of their uniquely impressionable Anima, which can easily meld with foreign energies. This ability is however a double edged sword as while it allows them to bend the world to their will, it also makes them more vulnerable to outside influence to a much greater degree than the Prae or Licentia. It is this and their short lifespans, which tend to be no longer than 100 or so years on average that act as their greatest limitations. However, with the advent of more advanced technology, and the continued development of magic, perhaps this too will fade into obscurity.

⊰ Magic

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So far as any of the races are aware, no being is capable of the manipulation of time, and while space can be manipulated to some degree, it is not something that is typically done easily by any race. However, aside from this, magic is capable of a great deal, its limits not being fully understood or known by any of the races as of yet. Still, as with most things, the more complex and more grandiose the scale or purpose of a given spell, the more difficult it is to preform.

In short, don't expect to throw a magical nuke without a whole team of several powerful magi and don't expect to actually bring back the Anima of those who have passed on entirely intact, if at all. If a simple term need be applied to describe magic, it is that the magic of Manifest Anima is of the 'High Fantasy,' sort. Just know, that the greater the power, the greater the responsibility required to wield it.

⊰ Tech

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In terms of tech, the world of Manifest Anima does have things such as nanomachines, minor gravity manip tech, and what is becoming the true advent of body modification (yo cyborgs). While there are global teleportation networks, which are an incredible feat even in this day and age, people do not have personal teleportation devices or the like--in fact none such devices exist, or rather no non-prototype versions exist and trust me, I wouldn't suggest trying those prototypes...that is unless you want to end up merged with a brick wall on a quantum level.

As for weaponry things such as railguns exist, though devices such as laser rifles do not--at least not those that are fueled by entirely scientific/technological means. So don't expect light sabers or plasma weaponry for the most part. Even if they do exist, it's unlikely that most people would be allowed to carry around such dangerous devices. For further clarification, feel free to suggest your idea(s) to your local GM(s) and we'll see what we can do.

Oh yeah and magitech is a thing.

⊰ Rules

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• It should be noted that this RP will have mature themes. Fade to black will be applicable to sexual situations, but don't expect situations including drugs, gore, or some taboo subjects to garner the same treatment. This is not to say that any of the above will be done in excess, just that they may be done.
• Combat will be handled on a case-by-case basis, with the GMs proctoring in case issues or disagreements arise. Should you want to script your fight, let the GMs, and your partner(s) know. Make sure all parties are in agreement. A 'scripted fight,' is one wherein the victor is decided before hand.
• Burning house rule--if you're gone too long and holding things up, expect your character to either be moved aside quietly, or killed to further plot. To avoid the burning house rule, keep us updated, a hiatus can be arranged.
• If a problem arises for a player in regards to the GM and they feel uncomfortable bringing it up. Go to the other GM for advice. Don't worry, we're perfectly reasonable people and nine times out of ten we'll work through it with you.
• The GMs have final say on all matters--this does not mean that I cannot be swayed or convinced. Still, if something must be resolved, we will resolve it and that'll be the end of the discussion.
• Should you lack inspiration or enough material to post, tell someone. Communicate. Talk to your GMs. Worst case scenario, we'll just move your character aside till you can post again.
• While you may expand on or modify the base format of the character sheet, make sure all necessary sections are included.
• No OOC drama. Keep it to PMs, and hopefully keep it non-existent. If needed contact a GM for problem resolution.
• Posts of a paragraph or more; quality over quantity. If you're drawing a blank, don't worry so much.
• Posting expectations of once, at the very least, every two weeks barring extenuating circumstances.
• Only accepted characters go in the character tab.
• Standard Guild rules apply.
• IC swearing will occur.

⊰ What to Expect

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• Interactions with at least semi-realistic cause and effect. If you kill someone, expect there to be an investigation or at least it be on the news.
• Medium scale in terms of character power, unless you've got good reasons/you prove you can be trusted with more.
• Posts of a paragraph or more; quality over quantity. If you're drawing a blank, don't worry so much.
• Posting expectations of once, at the very least, every two weeks barring extenuating circumstances.
• A GM who is willing to work with you, hear you out, but not break his back to suit your every need.
• Good communication be it player to player, GM to GM, or GM to player.
• Some measure of political intrigue.
• Multiple plotlines if possible.
• Group world building!
• Collaboration posts.
• Some dark themes.
• Some slice of life.
• Some combat.

⊰ Character Sheet

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The Prophecy

Cave Johnson. Man does he have some good quotes....

The Prophecy

...How did we get here?

@Dark Jack

I don't know, but please continue *listens/reads*

The Prophecy

Morgan perhaps? I think I'd like to reply after Rhae does with Morgan.

Yoshua's Character Storage Mark VII

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Title: ~[TRAD]~ The Razing of Ash and Dust
Number: 31981
Date: Aug 19, 2013 at 8:40 PM
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That which was lost
The Old Continent: Echria'el

"That which is...will not."

~Ortuis, The Lost.

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"Sought out and plundered were the riches of Echria'el, yet none sought out that which was truly hidden. Why did you abandon us?

"I watched, I heard, my senses overloaded as my village ignited in fury and became a burrowed vertical cavern. What was once home is now their breeding grounds.... Why did they abandon us?

"Mountains leveled as passing commenced, many a mind shattered by the sheer scope of such...things. Why!?! Why did you abandon us!?"~ Ortuis, The Lost.
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"Your eyes and mind wonder aimlessly -what could make any man so frantic you might ask?

Well, let me tell you, let me tell you why and who has dared betray those who waited for them so blindly in their naivety. Let me tell you of the 5th wave and what followed its coming."~Ortuis; The Lost

Breathing winds blow and yet the man's sigh, his mournful glance, and the power of his weakness does let him speak in such tragedy.

"You wonder, yet do not know of what and of why? You come to me with curiosity but I will tell you...once you know who has abandoned you, you will no longer wish to know what I have told you. You see for this is a story of a world's terror both in body and in mind of man and beast alike.

“This...this is the story of what we call 'The Razing of Ash and Dust'. This is how I have seen it:

“Through many ages our land has moved and been churned from its beginning slumbers. None, man nor women, child nor adult had seen the entirety, the wholesomeness of these lands nor did they know of their vastness. In our ignorant naivety we reached out with our minds, sword in hand, shield in other, and trudged out into the unknown. It was an idea, a journey...an adventure, but now, if we were here, if we truly knew...we would regret our choices.

“Soil and air, ground and sky covered we moved the land with our feet and our actions. We shaped it with our minds -though unbeknownst to us- and the 1st wave was felt. The wave of explorers, the boom of discovery. New lands, new resources, new peoples, new nations AROSE and became part of the world making what was still unknown, not. Flourish, prosper! We thought it right for nations to rise and fall and war and make treaties for the better. It was an era, the era of awakening, but near the end of the day, the sun's setting, dusk of this era the land shook and cities crumbled, mentally their people shaken, and so it was that nations were crippled.

“Fear engulfed us, we could not understand nor take the harshness of our land, our planet, Echri. We fled the soil of nations, thinking to return to our homelands, the native straits...we were wrong to ever think that that which was...would still be. We walked in familiar directions, but met only unfamiliar land, for though it should have been, nothing was the same. The same distance traveled, a different destination met, the 2nd wave begun. What we thought, what the world thought, was cataclysm struck. Echri awoke, its eyes opening, like the eyes of a drunken father, maddened.

“They were two gaping pits which delved endlessly to unknown depths. The nations, those few who remained, made piece and came together as if to unite against a common enemy. They stood together and prayed to all they knew, to whatever might be out there...to the unknown. Their actions a mistake, though their prayers were indeed answered. The 'eyes' of Echri spewed forth ash and searing puss, magma roiling from their depths to engulf not all...but many of the previous peoples. My companions and I could do naught but watch, yet strangely we felt no remorse, nor despair at what we saw. We could do nothing 'cept turn away and walk, forwards, where we would release the latter half of the 2nd wave.

“Nation's mostly fallen, one super-nation rose in the time of the 2nd wave. Rapturous were the people, thinking that they had finally found safety in numbers, life seemed to begin again but they should not have shouted, exclaimed, and expressed such joy.... Years, ages passed before our eyes and yet age we did not; we could only trudge on and watch. Our bodies carried as if by an unseen force, across what should, nay MUST be familiar land...but was not.

“The 2nd wave, the era of peace and joy...ended, innocence lost. Rest, it was all we could do for no more could tears fall from our dried up ducts. Powerless we looked on. Rivers, where cities drew life from, shriveled to the depravity of 'the Dust'. Lakes were swallowed whole, bodies were ravaged and torn by the storms of the insidious substance. The once great super-nation reduced to a wasteland of deadly searing particles.

“The people had hope...but that which was...would not.

“Those of us who remained, persisted and we reached what caused the 3rd wave. The great vertices of my village, an abyss now, lay before our eyes. Sadly...it was the only thing familiar to us but still in its familiarity it was terrifying. We were right to fear it. Seeking down into its depths, we scaled its vertical walls. Seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, years, ages, an era...could have passed without us knowing before we reached its reversed summit, its bottom. For some measure of time -which no longer could we measure- a dark, molten light had emanated from deep below us and now we knew what had become of the lost.

“Heaving earth and lungs--we were pushed further down, though there was no way for us to go. The heart of Echri...a pulsing molten heart filled with utter wrongness bombarded our eyes.”~ Ortuis, The Lost.
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“Emerging from the chasm, time had passed, but no longer did my comrades in despair cease to age. Their minds had withered before the eldritch heart and no longer were they capable of anything but a form of horrible stasis. I had escaped, but by what whim, for what reason?

“I had to stop the cycle, to warn the rest and warn them I did...though 'twas in vain. The 4th wave hit, a massive shuddering of the lands, an earthquake of tremors over the entirety of Echri. For the 1st time in ages...I wept for though all around me were shaken and dissolved into dust...I remained, untouched.

“I realized again, in my despair that which was...would not, and I fell only deeper into myself.

“Yet nothing, not even my own body, would stop for me and so the 5th wave came. No longer could I feel or comprehend what happened around me. I only know now as I awaken. The world shifted again, though unfelt to its people. It began to fall into slumber and so those few who had survived sought to escape.

“Leaving the home continent they traveled to new ground thinking the unknown would have something better, what fools they were. How colossally wrong they would find themselves to be, but alas all I can do is follow them wishing that hope existed in the face of such horrors. It is in these lands, now that the 5th wave begins, please...make it not as it has been...

...For that which is...will not. Break the cycle, for I...cannot.”~ Ortuis, The Lost.

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The Razing of Ash and Dust

"That which is…will not.”

~Ortuis, The Lost

Words spoken from the mouth of a person who was once a man, “That which is…will not” is a phrase that has resounded continuously through the ears of men. It is here on this planet of Echri -where many a tragedy has tormented and struck the people- that FINALLY a chance for true change can emerge into the world.

The promises of a new continent are many but only so much can be expected from the planet of Echri. Ravaged oh so often by disasters of unexplainable origin, Echri’s people have lost most hope and with no gods or religion left there is nowhere left to turn but to the next generation and to the same individuals who may or may not have brought about the cataclysm’s in question.

Now considered an ancient, Ortuis, The Lost, is being sought out for advice as it is said that all the tragedies of Echri have been witnessed by his weathered, tired soul. However it is not in Ortuis that salvation or hope will be found, but rather in the youthful eyes of today’s generation. You are this new generation, try and make it last.

Additional Plot information

As shown on the map of the New Continent, Jshitan Echri, your players will start either upon the settler's ship, or on the shore of their destination. The ship is in sight of the shore and is soon to drop anchor and allow its occupants to disembark and travel to shore. I will act as their guide and as the world around them, while you the settlers will be tasked with making new lives for your characters, with all the challenges that entails in a new and dangerous land. The goal will likely be to set up a settlement, obtain food, and become familiar with the land and its inhabitants, be they the flora and fauna, or the Viikin and any other races that may, or may not, reside there.

While I will help to progress the plot by providing interesting options and literal guidance via the many NPCs at my disposal, it will be impossible for me to drive the plot entirely by myself. After all, this is a Roleplay, not a novel. As such, have fun, feel free to ask me any questions, and enjoy the hope brought about through the new continent!

Should you the player decide to play a non-human character, please do ask any clarifying questions that you may have in regards to their society and/or abilities. This way the base information remains very accessible, and we can forge a community through lore and character discussion! Furthermore, I'm entirely open to the creation of additional races for you to play and I do love to see non-humanoid species. Should you wish to do the aforementioned please contact me and we can work it out together!

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Echria’el-The Old Continent.

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Locations

General Scenary: Known as the Old Continent by its inhabitants, Echria'el was once a land of variety, but now after the passing of four waves of calamity, it has been reduced to swamps, scarce forests and deserts, sand, dust, and dirt perpetually thrown about by fierce winds of unknown origin. While still rife with resources it has now become a dangerous place to live with a pitifully small amount of edible vegetation and only dangerous monstrosities to hunt for meat, thus making it a barely hospitable wasteland for the most part.

The Native Straits

Sheer village: The remnants of the village that was once the home of Ortuis The Lost. It is has since sunken into the ground, becoming a massive town-sized vertical cavern, which upon observation is so deep that one can scarcely see its end. It is located south of the southernmost Entsh Ruin situated near a river, which leads back into the Alka-in sea and what Echria'el's former and remaining inhabitants refer to as the Native Straits. Sheer village was once one of many villages from which many of the original races of Echria'el set out to discover more of their homeland. Currently this village and its neighbors have been avoided as Ortuis has stated that they too have succumbed to the same fate as his home. Only at their own peril should one tread close enough to sea the vertical caverns that these villages have become. Any who choose to descend their walls and head down into their depths is almost sure to never be seen again.

Emeijen-The Vacuous Dust: Once the home to thriving countries, the life has been drained from the once lush forests and plains of Emeijen and where these landmarks once more, remain only arid plains and dry, desolate deserts. While there remains some vestiges of life, they are but a shadow of what the land once contained. The entire region, which encompasses both the ruins of the once great countries of Entsh and Kuhjh'it, is now ravaged by a phenomenon known only as 'The Dust'. Deadly Dust storms periodically pass through the region and even when relatively untouched by the strange phenomena, the place is a scorching wasteland, with barely any wildlife or water in sight. Emeijen is perhaps the most inhospitable region of Echria'el.

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The Entsh Ruins: These ruins are what is left behind of the capitol city/states of the old nations. Plentiful and not all too far between these would serve as moderately safe places to hide/rest if one were travelling through the old continent. These are by far safer than the Kuhjh'it ruins and are seldom filled with the more unsavory inhabitants of the Emeijen region.

The Kuhjh’it Ruins: Recent as ruins go, this once great city is all that remains of the great Kuhjh'it Empire, which was a nation created for the sake of survival above all else. Nonetheless, like its predecessors, the Empire too met its end, with over half of its population dying off as the Dust swept through their dwellings, killing most, and infecting many others. The vast capital city of the empire is all that remains of their once expansive reign, but it is no shelter for travelers as those who would be foolish enough to enter, let alone rest, among its abandoned structures, would surely not wake the next day. Perhaps the most ominous aspect of these ruins is the vast impenetrable haze that surrounds its center, obstructing sight and scrambling both magical and technological implements. While travelers may every so often escape the city's outer reaches alive, no man nor beast has ever entered the haze and come back unchanged--if they came back at all that is.

Jshitan Echri-The 2nd Continent

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This will be edited as you explore it.

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Known Sentient Races

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Playable Races

Humans:

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Humans are much the same as they are hear and have not been particularly skilled in any specific area except possibly…survival. Ironically they are the smallest percentage of survivors out of all the races. Humans are incredibly adaptive and are able to change their ways to a certain extent in order to survive. They are not skilled in any area generally but are completely capable of learning almost any skill. In the past the humans were the most tenacious of the races and they almost always won any form of conflict and thus did indeed have the largest nation out of the others.

However this was precisely their downfall as they had too many cities and people’s to protect and so the majority of them were killed off due to lack of defenses. Both the spreading of magma over the lands and the infamous ‘Dust’ plagued their people and eliminated the bulk. Some were able to survive and it was indeed they –along with the Majdraan- who thought of how best to react after the ‘eyes’ of Echri and what came to be known as the 2nd wave.

Shar’ren(Sharp Tongue):
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A race hailing from the Old continent of Echria'el, the Shar'ren are sharp tongued individuals, standing at around 5 feet average. They have a very quick thought process and can be capable of high level of thought, however generally they have moderate-high violent tendencies. They enjoy the thrill of battle and are skilled in the art of crafting the world around them in a rather interesting fashion. They are one of the few races from the old continent that have any form or measure of magic. Rather then utilize it normally they are only capable of infusing their spiritual energies into objects or weapons that they craft.

Shar’ren are not particularly strong physically but they are incredibly durable, quick, and utterly filled with energy to utilize in battle and otherwise. As mentioned they are quick witted and their society, or what is left of it at least, is filled with filled with honesty, though sometimes sharp, as well as whom can quickly out pace the other. To Shar’ren status is dictated almost entirely by how honorable and quick witted you are in various situations. Their eye sight and sense of hearing is particularly keen and they have a very dulled sense of taste which can make them more prone to poison. Additionally Shar'ren mature a lot faster than humans with the average physical maturity being reached at the age of 16 for both male's and females. Their minds however, mature around the age of 18-21 though in comparison's to humans they are still superior mentally.

In the past the Shar’ren were among the ruling nations and their skillfulness in trading as well as crafting of generally brilliant inventions for both war and practical matters. They were among the richest of the nations and so they were able to use their genius to largely protect themselves against the ravages of Echri’s unexplainable fury. For them…it was ‘The Dust’ that forced them to flee their lands for it took many of their people leaving their race devastated by its coming.

Shar'ren names and generally mannerisms and culture can vary greatly but they all have a kind of kinship. For example their language which is called Shari is a rather strange language which has a sound much like that of the Asian languages on our earth. They however do not have the same kind of accent and mannerisms but are rather closer to the Irish. The Shar'ren tend to use names like Grover, Sairena, Letzine, but they can widely vary. Generally Shar'ren females are more refined then their more headstrong and aggressive male counter-parts. The females tend to enjoy a good competition of skill or intelligence rather then a generalized arguement or show of strength. It is common that the females have higher ranks than their husbands, however they are less likely to exert their social power than the males are. Interestingly enough Shar'ren are a rather polarized species though there are of course the odd ones out. Generally though Shar'ren are either very honest or very cunning. The two things are very difficult mannerisms to be composed in one individual but some nonetheless manage to do so.

Viikin(Arcane):
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The Viikin are one of the few races who hail from the new continent and they have only recently been discovered by the migrating races of Echria’el, the old continent. Among the races they appear to be one of the most dominant as they have not gone through the waves of the old continent and have been allowed to cultivate their cultures and technology. They are adept users of both magic and tech and mix the 2 freely with much skill. Their bodies are very unique as the 1st layer appears to be something like magma though its heat does not burn to the touch. The reason for their skins lack of intense heat is that it is channeled into varying organ in their bodies in order to supply a maximum amount of energy. The body heat is heavily transformed into their plentiful spiritual energy supply.

The outer plates that coat over their heated under layer acts much like an exoskeleton as well as a coolant to their skin. This layer is not static and is actually capable of moving in order to protect the small exposed crevices all over their forms. These plates have been seen to be able to block even a rather heft iron blade but when encountering the weapons of the Shar’ren seem mostly useless. Despite the fact that some of them have been killed by the Shar’ren’s mistaken quick thoughts they are actually a rather peaceful race unless openly and hostilely provoked.

They generally are cool headed, though exceptions of course exist, and are rather philosophical in nature. They –unlike the Shar’ren- are completely able to bend and manipulate the world around them with their Spiritual energies. They believe –with some skeptics among- that all is made from something called ether. Their sense are rather strange and unique in comparison to most of the other races with the obvious exclusion of the Altrori. When speaking of their eyes they 1st see spiritual energy and then from that cognant forms. They can smell things that most cannot even understand as smells…such as colors or sounds. They perceive most everything s ether which is synonymous with spiritual energies…or magic as the races of Echria’el call it. In this way most of their senses are highly attuned and depending on the individual they may or may not be more or less susceptible to various stimuli. Viikin are known as one of the longest living races along with the Majdraan and Altrori. Its not yet known to those of Echria'el as to how long they are capable of living.

Other information

They are a pseudo-hivemind. All of their minds are linked, but they are not all one mind, in a sense. They have a leader, but the leader is more like an especially receptive individual who is chosen as a spokesperson for the entire race. When large decisions must be made, the leader will cause the entire race to enter a state of 'communion' in which they will all decide on what to do. With smaller issues the leader will merely send out a subconscious message to the race and the majority response will be the action, unless it is unbeneficial to the whole.



The law enforcement system in Viikin society are called 'Rangers' and these help keep the cities and villages safe from the creatures that live in the wild as well as taking into custody anyone who kills or steals from another. However, crime rate is very very low, especially murder, because killing another of their kind actually hurts them mentally, they can feel some of the pain and fear and very few Viikin 'get off' on that sensation.

Stealing tends to not be a problem as while there is a currency, it is an unspoken rule to help ones neighbor.

The 'capital' punishment in Viikin society is not to be given the death penalty, instead it is to be banished. When banished the leader of the Viikin will cause a communion and then will remove the offender from the race collective, which is somewhat painful...and then horribly traumatic afterwards, not to mention they will never feel like they 'belong' anywhere or with anyone afterwards.

Notable Races

(Unplayable currently, though this may change. There mght be exceptions, but you’d have to find some plausible reason and I’m a bit picky.)

Altrori(Depth Seekers): The 1st link is an Altrori in its malleable form while the 2nd is an Exine Altrori which is in a mostly physical form.
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Living in underground cities and desiring nothing but to foul the world with their devious trickery, the Altrori are a devious -though not technically evil- race of shadow beings. Literally born from shadows they are shunned by the light. Writhing shadows given souls they revel in the dark and shrink into nothingness when exposed to too much sunlight. Their bodies are surrounded by a cloak of darkness and if they must go into sunlight or light of any kind they thicken this with their magics and surround themselves in a literal cloak of darkness. Altrori are natural masters of forbidden magic, shadow magic, and stealth. They are easily able to merge with and blend in with other shadows and can change the shape and form of their malleable bodies. Their main limitation is the fact that sunlight and flames are incredibly fatal to their race.

Almost no Altrori can be exposed to sunlight for more than a max of 30 seconds before they melt into a shadow and then fade into the Haharmyo(Stream of shadows) that they originated from. They are not necessarily physically weak but because of their primarily ethereal nature it is rather difficult for them to wield normal weapons. However, it has been seen that they can still be hit by physical attacks and weapons. An upside to them is that only golden weapons or weapons with light or fire type enchantments will have any effect on their bodies. Magic is one of the banes to them, as anything other than those they are born with are unreachable to them and are also capable of harming/effecting them.

Though this is usually the case for Altrori, there are the rare exceptions known as Exine Altrori. Exine Altrori are similar in every way, except...they are considered mutations and abominations of the Haharmyo. They are mistakes. Exine Altrori are shadows that are strengthened by the light and endlessly seek it out. They cannot help themselves and because of this their personalities are usually even more messed up than the normal Altrori. Twisted by the light and turned into something half evil and half good, they are confused beings. They are natural born masters of twilight, light, AND shadow magic’s but cannot ever touch on the forbidden magic’s.

As Altrori are ethereal beings they have exceedingly long potential life spans but very short actual ones. Most Altrori are killed by their kin or by the Majdraan in skirmishes. Altrori are essentially immortals and if unbothered could live forever. They are known to create strange weapons from what they call Myo ore(Shadow ore). Altrori are capable of absorbing other Altrori which is often mistaken for a courting or mating attempt by other races unknowledgeable of them.

The Altrori follow something called the Cridomyo. This Cridomyo consists of 5 crid(codes) that, upon separation from the Haharmyo, every Altrori must swear to follow and uphold.

1.) Never speak in straight lines, leave your listener thinking.
2.) Keep your secrets...secret and only reveal within encrypted writings or words.
3.) Never seek the light.
4.) For all your nights spread the shadows of knowledge.
5.) Teach of deciet and be of trickery.

Something to note is that any and all Exine Altrori are instantly exiled and excluded from any protection or knowledge of their race. If ever encountered by another Altrori, they are almost surely to be attacked and killed on sight.

In regards to the Altrori their race was never particularly involved in anything even before the coming of the 2nd wave and since they live mostly underground they were largely unaffected by both magma and ‘Dust’ alike. However they realized and felt foreboding from the lands and since their race was already few in number they decided it best to vacate and leave with the others. They generally get along well with the other races due to their deceptive nature and them making themselves seem more…appealing.

Majdraan(Reaching Siblings): Both picture show a basic look of a Majdraan though modifications can be made widely.
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Strange creatures of an unknown origin -at least to those outside their circle of knowledge- they are scholarly beings with incredibly intelligent and focused minds. If they were to have an alignment they would be Neutral with variations of such occuring. Majdraan are far more versatile in their types of magic and specialize in shadows, forbidden magic’s, and nature magic’s. They use these magic’s to create their upside down settlements.

Majdraan are more social than the more devious Altrori but are not necessarily less or more secretive. They tend to research the environment around them as well as the animals and plants that live in it. They frequently make trips to the surface of the cavern to explore. Their social standing, power levels, and uniqueness are not represented by names but instead by the symbols on their heads. These symbols have their own names and meanings and the name of these specifically crafted symbols is similar to their name.

Majdraan tend to use nicknames and are almost always complete atheists though it is unknown exactly why. A Majdraan's name is their very essence and as such they trust very few individuals with their name. Majdraan are rather inquisitive and interested in things they have not seen before.

Unlike the Altrori, the Majdraan are perfectly capable of living in sunlight and other kinds of light as well. Majdraan are far more versatile in their types of magic and specialize in shadows, forbidden magic’s, and nature magic’s. Majdraan are physically more able and can wield normal weapons but cannot lay a hand on holy weapons as they are beings created by coincidence and thus are not favored by the gods all too well. Their main eye is for sight and is a receptacle for their magic as well as their other sight related abilities.

Majdraan have a total of 8 eyes and can have up to 3 main ones. Most of them only have 1-2 main eyes which means that they have higher perception abilities and a larger magical amount stored within their bodies. The secondary eyes each have their own filters. Some can see magical energy, or heat energy, or act like an X-ray or a cat scan to see bones and muscles. It all depends on the individual and their eyes and symbols. Majdraan are quick on their spindle-y feet and are very capable of stabbing with said feet as well as climbing vertically and on ceilings if they choose to.

‘The Dust’:

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Less a race and more an unexplained, incredibly dangerous enigma of Echri. ‘The Dust’ -as they've been dubbed the name- is a phenomenon seen in the entirety of the Vacuous Plains. These are not often seen in any true, cognant form, bur rather in the form that has given them their name...the form of numerous dust particles or something with similar appearance. In truth anything coming into contact with any measure of the dust is better off isolated from everyone as they become contaminated. ‘The Dust’ have properties that inseminate some form of wrongness into those who have made contact of any kind. This wrongness can take on many different forms but is often characterized by the formation of what at 1st appears to be dirt and grime but escalates to form spikes and spreading amounts of infected looking rust-like material over the surface of the body. Depending on how long and how much contact has been made with ‘The Dust’ in question the speed at which they are changed. The final effects of ‘The Dust’ are unknown as the people infected are quickly left behind or isolated and sent away after discovery of the stuff.

In terms of ‘The Dust’ being a conscious entity...or entities all things are in question but it has indeed been witnessed to act in a cognant way where there is clearly no room for coincidence. You see for ‘The Dust’ has been observed to form cognant shapes all of which have been witnessed and described in eerily similar fashions by multiple survivors.

Rules

- All character applications are posted in this thread.
- No god-modding. Don’t go around and controlling other people’s characters, that’s just annoying.
- No instant death. Actually links to the previous rule, since it requires that you control another character to kill it. Another player-controlled character can only die if the RPers agree beforehand.
- Kissing, hugging and such is allowed, and so is mating to a certain extent – but do NOT go around and describe the entire act of mating. If anything, make a time-skip from when the act begins to when it ends. We don’t want any vulgarities here. Take it to PMs if you really need to type it out.
- You may have only two characters, but you can create and control as many NPCs as you want, although you should remain aware that these are NPCs, not your personal characters. This rule is subject to change later on.
- While there are no direct limits on how powerful your character may be, please refrain from being completely invincible. Remember, there are others playing here too. If your character is too politically or personally powerful, I reserve the right to require you to change the character or outright deny it.
- Posting is not allowed until I have approved your character.
- Each IC post should maintain a decent length and should offer at least some development for your character or the plot. The current minimum length of IC posts is two proper paragraphs, but I retain the right to change this at any time. Exceptions can be made as quality over quantity is the name of the game
- If you are unable to post for a longer period of time (more than two days, for instance) tell us first.
- A maximum of six posts can be written by two players taking turns at posting without anyone else posting in-between is allowed (that is, three posts per player). If two days pass without input from anyone else posting, this maximum is reset. After another two days another six posts are allowed, and so forth ( hopefully such long periods of inactivity will be avoided).
- People are allowed to create and use races other than those mentioned, however, they will have to discuss such with me. Additionally, I will bluntly make it known that I have intentionally not added things like elves, dwarves, or the other classic fantasy races and i do not intend to do so. If you have something unique to contribute to the races, go ahead and propose such!


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Character Sheet

Name:
Nickname: (Optional).
Alias: (Optional).
Age:
Gender:
Race:
Birthplace: (Echria'el[Old Continent] or Jshitan Echri[New Continent]. If its the Old Continent you can specify the ruins you came from).
Occupation: (what you did for work).
Class: (Not Always Applicable).
Appearance:

Personality:

Biography:

Relations: (Family if any are alive etc etc).

Physical Abilities: (What you're capable of physically, try to be realistic to your race and generally).

Mental Abilities: (How intelligent you are and how you think/the extent of your thoughts).

Magical Abilities: (What you are capable of magically, if at all).

Strengths and Weaknesses: (Lay out what you're good at and what you're not good at even if already mentioned, this gives everyone an easily accessible list. This also includes psychological weaknesses(personality flaws) but only if they are truly notable).

Notable Items and Apparel:

Weapons: (If Applicable).

The Prophecy

Thank you for reacting, yoshua and Rhaevnn, but eh, yeah, as you realize yourselves you can't really do anything. I'm just quite worried with how long it's been with activity in the RP being so low... Nessa just posted, and I know that Shien is waiting for @Legion X51 to post before she can, which stalls things in that scene. And I know that @Mercinus3 is busy with his stuff, but eh... yeah, he said he was going to post "ASAP" more than two months ago, which stalls that scene... And naturally @Ashgan has his turn up in his scene, as well.

Eh, all in all I'm just worried for the RP, and (no offense to you for writing it, of course) only become more so when I notice status-messages of the players denoting that they have gone too long without being excited for an RP. Hell, The Prophecy has been practically standing still for two months, aside from a few posts from myself, Nessa and Shien; I wouldn't even blame people for losing their passion for the RP at such an unforgivably slow pace. I just don't know what to do about it...
So yeah, in summary I'm worried.

It has also been recommended to me that, once the main group reaches Zerul City (at current pace, sometime in the early 2020'ies), an effort is made to try to recruit some additional players for the RP... a recruitment thread and possibly (was suggested, still debating with myself whether it would be an advisable course of action) the reposting of the RP itself to make its age and length less apparent and imposing to new players (not that the age reflected on this thread is an accurate portrayal of the true age of the RP. How old is it by now? Must be about seven or eight years...

@Dark Jack

Ah, so you saw that status and got worried. Hmmm, see that's not so much relate to The Prophecy. The world of The Prophecy and the interactions between the characters interest me greatly. While the pace can be a bane to "excitement," it's not at all the reason for that post. I enjoy this RP and I have no intention of dropping it. If things tappered off as you are worried that they may be, I'd be on board if you even had to reboot it. I like the world and the possibilities it presents far too much to abandon this.

Plus, I still have my character Ilitas on my mind from time to time.

Just, I'd like to explain that that status and my excitement aren't entirely related to my enjoyment and my ability to write and my desire to stay in something--in this case this RP.

My "excitement," is something that occurs pretty much only when there's a large-ish group of players/characters in a certain level of proximity, or at least able to affect one another (if only through expanding ripples through the world caused by their actions) despite the distance between them. Additionally, excitement for me tends to be made by the player to player OOC interactions when discussing the RP and the world and what they want to do in the future. Schemes, lore ideas, plotlines, hypotheticals, stuff like that. In my experience these conversations most engage (and excite) me when they're in an IRC environment.

There are probably a few other things that contribute to my excitement, such as being able to contribute to the world at large (be it through lore, or exploration, or some other method I can't immediately bring to mind). Anywho, my experience with the Prophecy, especially since I'on came into contact with other characters, be they your NPCs, or people's player characters such as Ixion and Morgan, I've found that I am gradually enjoying the experience more and more. It's also amazing to be surrounded by so many fantastic writer's and brilliant inventive/creative minds :)

So yeah. Don't you worry about my excitement for it is a fickle beast. The greater the amount of time that I RP the less I see that powerful inspiration/excitement. It's exceptionally difficult for me to get excited at this point. Instead I amuse myself and wrap myself in a world and the characters therein, which supplants that "excitement," and still allows a great deal of enjoyment even if it doesn't rouse the deepest parts of my creative being--if I may be a tad over-dramatic and poetic haha.

So yeah...that.

Man I am really bad at ending OOC posts....

The ending is always so awkward. Perhaps I rant/freewrite too much when I do this? I don't know.

I'm going to stop now.