Idea for a good but complicated fantasy rp..(casting call)

Hikari

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This is my first non-sexual rp in awhile, but believe me I'm more than capable of discretion and the proper writing for regular rp. So read the story outline and tell me if you're interested.


In the outer borders of the dark city was a different world. A world of remnants. A place with only pieces of the past. Only elders could remember the time before and even then, they hardly spoke of it. What remained of the once great nations, mostly lived in wilderness or the remote reaches near the ocean. The dark ones, the vernuk ruled and lived within the cities that never ceased to grow. There were called the dark cities because the pollution blackened the skies above the areas. They always held power over the precious resource known as Elimite. It was the fuel that powered their cities and once powered the time of the elders. No fought this. Many had died in the time of the great war, and no one wished for a repeat of the events. Whenever a human would complain of these circumstances, one nearby would remind them of the prophecy. It was said that the spirits of the planet would rise up and take back what was stolen. One day they would come. Many believed it to be rubbish, but others kept the belief that justice would soon come.


Okay Elemental magic is the name of the game..

Character design

There are four human youths that the spitis of the earth have embodied themselves in.

I would go for the element of water.

I would picture wind as being a female and fire and earth as being male. Not sure why, but them's the breaks..

I would not choose you're character name but it would help if it fit the general story type.

I would suggest trying to base your character's personality around your element. For example..

Earth-is mostly control of physical space so he might be powerful but humble and able to heal. Maybe compassionate.

Fire- is creation, fire, passion, reckless, and unpredictable.. Could be a rebel?

Wind- control of the unseen, intelligence, quick thinking.. Could be a quirky pilot of some kind.

_________

Landscape

Large and vast outside the cities, which are mostly surrounded by wasteland. Some areas having mountains, cliffs, forests.. Neat scenery. The problem is that Varduk are destroying more and more of the land as time goes on.


Items and Technology

Most of the main technology has been stolen or destroyed so all that remain are a few basic things from the past. A few major things like small airplanes might be found now and then, but they'd take forever to figure out or even fix.


Ask any questions you like and pm me if you have any ideas for characters or something.


So what do you think?
 
May be interested. Must think. Probably take Earth, but gimmie a day or two to decide
 
Question

I would not choose you're character name but it would help if it fit the general story type.

Does this mean in our bio we shouldn't post a character name, having our characters remain nameless throughout the story, or do you mean you personally won't choose our name?
 
TearsoftheWorld said:
Question

I would not choose you're character name but it would help if it fit the general story type.

Does this mean in our bio we shouldn't post a character name, having our characters remain nameless throughout the story, or do you mean you personally won't choose our name?


It means I leave the naming up to you as long as it's relevant to your character.


I'm thinking of something along the lines of Mira for myself. Just think of your element when choosing a name.


oh and we'd love to have you aboard screech.
 
Well, I had a good think while I was out and about today, and I think I'll sign up as the earthen element. I'm thinking something like eastern fighting monk sorta thing...
 
Alright you guys, sounds good.. Let's see about our wind girl and we'll can start.

Fire guy has to be firey. Powerful and hard to control.

Earth man.. be calm and do you're thing..

Wind chick.. go with the flow...
 
how does the leader of a pack of rebel warriors rebelling agaisnt the Vernuk sound? perhaps they slaughtered his men or something?
 
I'd have liked to get in on this, but since the cast is full I will content myself to watch.

Unless you suddenly find a fifth element, Though I'm not inclined to play a red-haired chick wearing white straps.
 
rengadeirishman said:
how does the leader of a pack of rebel warriors rebelling agaisnt the Vernuk sound? perhaps they slaughtered his men or something?

umm well.. Keep in mind these are youths, not necessarily skilled in battle. There was a war but it was before any of them were even born.

Okay picture this..

The first part of the story is Mira looking for the others. She's a mysterious young women from the far off lands by the sea.


How does forces of nature sound for an rp title? I'm not sure though. Any ideas?


I think the fire guy should be one who doesn't give a damn most of the time and is rather hard to convince to join. A bit like spike on buffy the vampire slayer way back when. He shows up when he feels like it.
 
I like your thinking! Forces of Nature sound ok for a title. Here's what I was thinking of going with

Name: An Tiao sheng
Age: 18
Physical Description: 5' 10" tall and well muscled, but not heavy-set. Shaved head with a single lock of black hair braided and hanging down the back of his head. Obviously asian descent
Background: Found abandoned by a wandering monk, he was taken to a nearby monestary where he was raised and trained to defend himself. It was there that he was told of his prophecy and, given his unusual abilities, his probable part.
Abilities: Can chanel energy to heal and protect - causing blows to rain off of people (or, at least, lessen their impact)

Slow to anger, Tiao is a quiet and caring man, but when he raises to anger, can be quite destructive
 
Thought it would be good if I posted my stats..

Mira
Age: 18
Physical Description: about 5'5" Black wavy hair, piercing dark eyes. Wears a thin white hooded cloak and a simple light dress beneath. Would be considered generally pretty, but usually keeps herself hidden beneath her cloak. She also carrys a staff.

Background: Was found by the peaceful mystics living by the ocean. She realized her power early on and seems to have great and sometimes scary control of her powers. She always seems a bit distant and her face always looks a little sad from time to time. She doesn't speak about why she started traveling, only that she must fulfill her mission. Her mood is like the sea, mostly calm, but can turn harsh and powerful when need be.
 
name: Vulcan
age:18
height: 6'
weight: 190
other features: spiky dark red hair, several tattoos depicting flames and dragons
history: raised by bandits in the countryside, Vulcan realized his powers when he was being beaten by his adopted father and he became enraged and burned him to death (along with their camp and most of the other bandits). he then left and made his living attacking anything he could to get the things he needed. he is brash, angry, reckless, nihilistic and fond of fighting.

do they carry weapons or not?
 
rengadeirishman said:
name: Vulcan
age:18
height: 6'
weight: 190
other features: spiky dark red hair, several tattoos depicting flames and dragons
history: raised by bandits in the countryside, Vulcan realized his powers when he was being beaten by his adopted father and he became enraged and burned him to death (along with their camp and most of the other bandits). he then left and made his living attacking anything he could to get the things he needed. he is brash, angry, reckless, nihilistic and fond of fighting.

do they carry weapons or not?


they can.. My character carries a staff..
 
rengadeirishman said:
ill give vulcan a big katana then im thinking 4 feet long and about six inches wide

Sounds cool.. I just need to hear from our wind element and I can start the thread.
 
Azura
Age: 19
Physical Description: 5'6". Straight brown hair, hazel eyes. She wears a green surcoat over a black longsleeved shirt. A light brown belt lays tilted against he waist, and she wears matching green pants, more like windbreakers. The symbol on her surcoat is that of an barren tree, the leaves falling off its branches. She is always seen carrying a staff around.

Background: Azura grew up and realized she had certain talents that allowed her certain successes. Unfortunately, she was shunned from most places she visited, often causing much of a rucus when she offered help. You see, Azura had this nack for stirring up trouble, literally.

The rest of her life up till now had been a life of solidarity, save for the medium sized wolf that had become her companion. A few years ago she had come across this small pup, and protected it from harm through the use of her abilities. It followed her everywhere, and gave her some peace of mind.
 
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TearsoftheWorld said:
Azura
Age: 19
Physical Description: 5'6". Straight brown hair, hazel eyes. She wears a green surcoat over a black longsleeved shirt. A light brown belt lays tilted against he waist, and she wears matching green pants, more like windbreakers. The symbol on her surcoat is that of an barren tree, the leaves falling off its branches. She is always seen carrying a staff around.

Background: Azura grew up and realized she had the brains to succeed. Unfortunately, she was shunned from school when they realized that several occurences that had happened on the grounds were caused by her random fits. Apparently Azura could move things through strong gusts of wind, often scattering the papers of professors or fellow students. Not wanting a freak around, she was expelled.

The rest of her life up till now had been a life of solidarity, save for the medium sized wolf that had become her companion. A few years ago she had come across this small pup, and protected it from harm through the use of her abilities. It followed her everywhere, and gave her some peace of mind.

note: we are in the remnants of what was once a great nation.. Many old buildings would be in ruins in what seem like graveyards scattered across the lands. Settlement these days are made from things like clay and whatever they can get their hands on .


keep that in mind.. Sorry if I'm being too umm.. controlling? sorry..
 
Well, ummm, a "school" can be held just about anywhere, I guess. I'd suppose that papers and stuff could contain old scribble notes from the before times that some people have the smarts to read and understand, and call themselves the "professors", and everyone else could use, like, wax tablets or something if unused paper is rare.

Uhhh, the expelled thing. I suppose it could be taken literally in a physical sense. Actually getting thrown out.

Hows all that sound?
 
Screech said:
Well, ummm, a "school" can be held just about anywhere, I guess. I'd suppose that papers and stuff could contain old scribble notes from the before times that some people have the smarts to read and understand, and call themselves the "professors", and everyone else could use, like, wax tablets or something if unused paper is rare.

Uhhh, the expelled thing. I suppose it could be taken literally in a physical sense. Actually getting thrown out.

Hows all that sound?

I thought about that too.. So yeah it could work..
 
I'll work on the post at anyrate. I kind of forgot the situation the world was in, so I'll edit to fit it in. ^_^
 
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