A New Power, Part Two
The peaceful Galoric Emperor was overthrown by a merciless invading force, but before the year and a half long war was over the defense had reduced the invaders army by half. Unfortunately, that was not enough, with a final decisive action Tarnisus Darel (the prime military adviser for Adtonius Horus, the monarch of a Northern Kingdom led his last armada of over 70,000 soldiers into Rakatal, the capital province of the Galoric Empire and crushed the capital city. Shortly after his victory Darel declared himself emperor and separated himself from Horus.
A New Power part one picks up about two years after these events, and tells of an invading force come to take advantage of the fledgling empire trying to rebuild itself after war, their fist attempt failed at the cost of hundreds of lives. Quarian and the rest of the allocated players lead this defense. Now it is your turn to decide the fate of the Galoric Empire. In a yet further weakened state the Empire is open for the taking, but undoubtedly you will not be the only one who seeks this.
Okay, all previously allocated players should keep their old characters but can create an alternate char if they want to have a kingdom or Empire. For all new characters:
You must sign up as a neighboring Empire/kingdom or whatever you want to call it. In part two I give up all control over the plot that I previously had due to DM status, it is up to the players to decide the fate of the Galoric Empire. When you sign up you will be expected to state the direction of your Empire, to the north the mountainous highland creates a harsh environment for all who live there, but those who come from those lands are hardened warriors, some of the bravest and honorable men in the land. If you choose to come from the northern highlands think of societies such as the Mongols and Chinese for inspiration. To the west is a lush jungle, extending from the foothills of the highlands to the far south. Its inhabitants are often stealthy, and are masters of guile and jungle survival. If you choose to come from the western jungles think of societies such as the Aztecs, Mayans, Toltec or mochas for inspiration. To the south a huge inland sea suppurates the Galoric Empire from the barren desert beyond its far shore; inhabitants of the southern deserts are often masters of sea travel, desert survival and guerrilla warfare. If you choose to come from the southern desert beyond the sea think of societies such as the Egyptians, Arabians and Vikings for inspiration. Finally, to the east the climate remains temperate, although the grasslands, temperate forests and hills are often baked by high temperatures during the summer months. Inhabitants of the lands east of The Galoric Empire are often masters of strategy, using the terrain to their advantage in warfare. If you choose to come form the east think of societies such as the Romans, Carthaginians or Greeks for inspiration.
Those societies are guidelines and ideas for your empire, be creative and whatever you do, don't make a pyramid building, gladiator fighting blah blah blah.... okay. There is no set map outside of the territory I have already provided, just follow the guidelines of climate and geology that I gave and you will be fine.
Sample society:
Name: The fringlemingledums
Region: the Northwest, most cities reside on the plateaus overlooking the eastern Jungle.
Leader (probably your main character): King Francis
Special trait: the Fringlemingledums are known for their superior weapons and armor, the skilled smiths of the kingdom are highly recognized and are among the top of the social pyramid
Brief History/military achievements: the early nomads of the area bravely fought off the natives and over the course of a century formed a kingdom, uniting the tribes into a powerful military force.
Obviously I did that in three minutes, and yours should be... better. Anyway, that is all the info you will need to supply, hopefully the rest will be revealed in the RP.
Post the following for your main character, probobly the leader of the Empire.
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Leadership Tactics: (i.e. intimidation, religeous promises, etc.)
Thoughts about the Galoric Empire: Optional, if you want to have your char find out about the Empire in game
Brief History:
Description:
Favorites: Weapon, terrain, whatever you want...
Rules:
1. be realistic, don't suddenly have thousands of soldiers who will just march in and sweep the world of all who oppose them. I am not gonna be strict but, to have an army you are gonna need to get the army from place to place (obviously), have food stores that travel with them, and an army cannot be traveling 24-7, they need rest after a days marching.
2. A small battle should last at very least 6 posts, that is 3 posts for each member, or if there are more than two participants adjust to fit it, however in a large battle such as the highlight of the first part of this RPG should last at least as long. no power posing, make your move and leave the outcome open for the next players reaction. But feel free to say that a volley of arrows devastates the front lines of the charging army, or something to that manner.
3. Diplomacy is completely up to the players, ally, pretend to be allies, unally, and fake a peace treaty, whatever. But remember, the more allies you have the stronger a force you will have, if you plan on allying with another player you cannot just ask them ooc, you must send a messenger in game or by other means, as long as there is in game interaction between the kingdoms or empires who wish to ally.
4. If an argument arises about a battle or power posing or whatever I will have the final say, after I make my call I expect the GAME to resume normally.
5. Still no Magic, race is always human, and THIS IS NOT A MORROWIND RPG.
6. Technology level is the same as in part one, swords bow and arrows, no gunpowder, however I may have some things to introduce during gameplay: this is kind of questionable, torches covered in some sort of fuel, ceramics launched from catapults that burst and ignite upon impact are fine, but no dynamite or anything. If you do not understand the ceramics thing watch the beginning of Gladiator.
If I have not scared everyone away by now, any of you that have made it to the bottom of this post can now sign up, enjoy. I will attach a map to this post when it is ready and i will make the RPG thread later.
Can't wait to see how things play out, which cities are taken over, how the battles are won or lost, and most of all who will eventually claim the ultimate prize of the Galoric Empire.
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Name: Quarian Sex: Male Age: 34 Previous Profession: Farmer Background: Family was murdered by new imperial forces and his home was destroyed. Seeing as he has nothing to lose he is starting this alliance to offer a resistance. Weapon of Choice: broad sword |
Breton Thief Oriana
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| hey, cool! neato, man, count me in. Name: Kataiyo Age: 17 Previous Employment: Kataiyo was a spy for the empire, freelancing, after his father, Hirotaiyo, mysteriously died of poisoning. His father gave him a single thing just before dying, his family heirloom, the Taik Locket. A dark set of black clothing gives him camoflauge, although Kataiyo is a skilled fighter with his fists. He now searches for any remnants of his lost Recon team, or anyone that will see him a member, even renegades, such as this new alliance. With nothing but the clothes on his back, the locket around his neck, and the peices of a broken bottle he carries for protection and to hunt, he strodes the wilderness honoring the memory of his forebearers, to which his locket is a constant reminder. however, more recently, he has resided in practice of the martial arts near the city. Kataiyo's weapon of choice: information, and unarmed combat. Although he can be very skilled with his self-made wrist blades, he has no skill in armor or actual weaponry, because his team was taught to observe, run, report, and only battle if necessary. However, his great training in claw-class weaponry has made him nearly a master, and he had his very own set of leather ones (lost on an important mission), each holding its own row of shards that strike when he lashes out with his fists at an enemy. |
ObsidianKnight
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| If it's not too late, I'd like to join Name: Armiena Sex: Female Age: 27 Previous profession: hunter Starting weapon: iron dagger Armiena is wanted for stabbing a trooper in the neck during a drunken fit. She fled from the authorities into the woods. She survived for a month on edible herbs and the occasional unsuspecting animal before they finally gave up the chase. She has some experience with armor, as she was in the Legions before she was kicked out for insubordination. |
The HellBird
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| Name: Alenee B'Elen Sex: Female Age: 24 Previous Profession: Imperial soldier Some simple character background: Alenee was a mid-level Imperial officer when the Emperor fell. Fortunately (or perhaps unfortunately), she was on patrol far from the Imperial capital when the invasion began, and she returned to find a lost battle and an enemy that wanted her dead. Along with a few of her surviving comrades, she escaped into the wilderness. Now beyond easy reach, she has begun to turn her attention to revenge for the friends she lost in the invasion. Alenee B'Elen is just over 6 feet tall, and very light weight for her height. But despite her less than impressive strength, she moves with almost effortless grace. Now instead of her Imperial uniform, she wears loose dull gray clothes, made for freedom of movement and concealment over fashion. The dirt of weeks of exile is clear on her clothes and exposed skin, and her long brown hair spends most of its time tossed carelessly over her shoulders, the scraps of plants caught in it ignored. In another life she might have been considered pretty, but now all that remains is a determined warrior. One must wonder if the sense of calm confidence that surrounds her is due to real skill, or if she just doesn't care about anything anymore... Weapon of choice: longbow/pike. Alenee carries a bow she created herself, her personal weapon that has seen years of use. This weapon, and the backup pike she carries on her back, is the only thing left of eight years of Imperial service. It is the one ally she can still trust in this world. |
Ensis
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| Name: Akechi Tralen Sex: Male Age: 18 Previous Profession: Hunter (Archer) Equipment: Short Recurve bow and quiver of 20 Steel Arrows Inherited Items (in hiding until finding of note): Black Imperial Cloak with the old Imperial Crest emboridered on the back and Imperial Dagger. Story: Akechi's father was an Agent-Knight who was captured and killed while he was on leave, thus Akechi still knows where his father's cloak and dagger are. He now lives on his own, as his mother has died recently. |
Shadow of the Fallen
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| Name: Thrin Sex: Male Age: 26 Previous Profession: Shipping agent (Smuggler cover profession); deals with the transportation of goods (legal and illegal). History: His parents lived to a divine old age before their untimely deaths in Thrin's home town. Everyone dies sooner or later. Before that unfortunate event though, his life had been fairly simple. After their their deaths, when he was about 20, he took up a shipping and transportation job in a port city on the coast. Fairly soon, he got mixed up in some illegal smuggling and such, and ended up making more money that way then with his regular job. However, the oppression provided by the living conditions of the goverment began to push him over the edge, defining a sort of revolutionary attitude toward the whole thing. Now, he is proposing such a revolt to the people, attempting to drive them to the overthrow of the local goverment, and eventually, the Empire itself. Before he can make his stand, he has to gather his troops.. claiming to a trusted freind, "we would not strike the iron of men before it was white hot with vengence." General Appearance and Misc. Details: He wears the clothes of a peasent and a wanderer now, torn and ragged. His sandles are worn to the soles from endless walking. He does not stand as a large man, rather he is of good height and medium build, perhaps more agile then a larger foe, though it has not been tested. His face is welcoming, though his expressions usually are not (loosing valued family members will do that to you). Recently he has been working on a small beard. Though not of length, it makes him appear slightly older then he actually is. Perhaps his most defining feature, though, is his eyes. They hold a timeless anger, though barricaded and hidden elsewhere, his fear, anger, pain, and long-suffering are clearly visible thourgh the pools of endless emotion shrouded by the brown of his hair and eybrows. In a look, those eyes can both make you think twice about the man and who he really is, and make you feel as if he can see the deapths of your soul as clearly as you see his. He handles a blade well, and he has trained with most types for at least a short amount of time, favoring some over others. Pikes, spears, and bows (/other missile weapons) don't hold as much appeal to him as a good axe or sword. Though he owns few (none for the sake of the game) he has dealt with many in his dealings. In his war doctrine, he favors guerilla (sp?) warfare instead of full on rank and file soldiers. Such can be derived from his smuggling days, as it often occurs that a small group of men has to sneak goods into someplace. Every man must be efficient and adept at what he does. So it is that he can accomplish more in the same way during a war. "A knife in the dark is worth a thousand swords at dawn," is commonly mentioned when discussing the subject. In his business dealings, he has a good relative grasp on how the economy works, and how people value things. He can usually get a good deal when working on smuggling and legal transport operations alike. |
Thanateros
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| Name: Vengul Age: 35 Sex: Male Leadership Tactics: First Mate on the Raider ship Undertoe Thoughts about the Galoric Empire: He doesn't really know that much about it to make a judgement Brief History: Brought up in a wealthy Southern family whose front for their piracy organization is a well-respected shipping organization, Vengul learned from an early age the real face of his family's wealth. He was brought up on the merchant ship Rainbow Chaser and taught sword fighting, spear fishing and knife throwing. By the age of 15 he had married a rival merchants' daughter, uniting the two families and securing shipping, merchant, and pirate organizations on the northern coast of the southern empire. From 20 on he was first mate on the Undertoe. After 15 years he was granted leave for several years and was encouraged to explore the empire that was to the north, where he now resides for the time being. Description: 5'11" tall, muscular and well built. Lean facial features give him an experienced look. His dark blonde hair is shoulder length and pulled back into a pony tail. He has a short sword at his side and spear strapped across his back. Strapped across his chest is are throwing knives. He is typically seen wearing a dark blue cloak with a golden emblem on the back. For body armor he wears a brown leather studded cuirass with a silver emblem of a serpent wrapped around a ship in the center of his chest. He also has leather studded greaves and heavy leather boots. Favorites: Harpoon (spear), shortsword, throwing knives. Prefers the ocean and arid climates so long as there isn't too much humidity. |
alright, those were all the active players in part one, they may post an Empire and have multiple so they can have a chance to have an army and whatnot. I encourage new people to join, you can picture this thread almost like the snow arena type of play, but with a little stricter rules. LEt the battle for the Galoric Empire begin, sign up.
Well, I have some plans for these boys, enjoy..
Name: Army of the Eastern Fringe Rebelion
Region: Dren'Ios, Revatal, Ganuros. The easter fringe is just about as far east as you can get and still be east. It sits on the 'edge of the world', where the main continent ends before wrapping around on itself. Ganuros, Thrin's homeland, has finnaly decided to follow thier true leader, instead of living in the shadow and opresion of their own government. Now, they arrive in the more central areas, following the path of the one who began their revolt all the way to the capital city of the Galoric Empire.
Leader: Thrin Arigante
Special trait: While their countries were once brillant artists of warfare and combat in the open feilds of their region, The Army of the Eastern Fringe Rebelion (ERF) is a motley collection of pheasents and mid-classmen. While there are some broken bits of the old armies in their midst, only a handful of the leaders remain. Thus, most of the army is undertrained and I'll equiped, and they now turn to THrin as their leader.. Simply, he is the one who began the rebellion, and he is the only one who the people can trust.. The combined populus of three countries gives this army a good size, but its true worth could be debated.
Brief History/military achievements: They have over thrown their own countries with mass rebellion and guerilla tactics, fighting in the streets of their own cities and villages. Slaying countless soilders in their angry mobs. The army has little to show for acheivements other then a good revolt.. This however, may turn to use enough.
Discription: Heres some other specifics. The army has a high number of craftsmen and workmen, like smiths, fletchers, and hunters. The army is able bodied, while the ones who were not able (and women, as would have been law in the time) were left to run the country and make sure there was something to fight for.
The banners are those of their old countries, stained in the blood of the old leaders. Some thing that Thrin would know, as he first devised the significance of the symbol.
They have weapons, though they are few. Most carry weapons that have been taken from storehouses or bodies, made by the blacksmiths, or were originally farmtools.
Name: Army of the Eastern Fringe Rebelion
Region: Dren'Ios, Revatal, Ganuros. The easter fringe is just about as far east as you can get and still be east. It sits on the 'edge of the world', where the main continent ends before wrapping around on itself. Ganuros, Thrin's homeland, has finnaly decided to follow thier true leader, instead of living in the shadow and opresion of their own government. Now, they arrive in the more central areas, following the path of the one who began their revolt all the way to the capital city of the Galoric Empire.
Leader: Thrin Arigante
Special trait: While their countries were once brillant artists of warfare and combat in the open feilds of their region, The Army of the Eastern Fringe Rebelion (ERF) is a motley collection of pheasents and mid-classmen. While there are some broken bits of the old armies in their midst, only a handful of the leaders remain. Thus, most of the army is undertrained and I'll equiped, and they now turn to THrin as their leader.. Simply, he is the one who began the rebellion, and he is the only one who the people can trust.. The combined populus of three countries gives this army a good size, but its true worth could be debated.
Brief History/military achievements: They have over thrown their own countries with mass rebellion and guerilla tactics, fighting in the streets of their own cities and villages. Slaying countless soilders in their angry mobs. The army has little to show for acheivements other then a good revolt.. This however, may turn to use enough.
Discription: Heres some other specifics. The army has a high number of craftsmen and workmen, like smiths, fletchers, and hunters. The army is able bodied, while the ones who were not able (and women, as would have been law in the time) were left to run the country and make sure there was something to fight for.
The banners are those of their old countries, stained in the blood of the old leaders. Some thing that Thrin would know, as he first devised the significance of the symbol.
They have weapons, though they are few. Most carry weapons that have been taken from storehouses or bodies, made by the blacksmiths, or were originally farmtools.
Name: Habassan Empire
Region: The far northwest, centered on a large island off the western coast. Much of the "worthless" northern lands between the more civilized empires and Habassa have been settled and fortified as a defensive wall. The capital city and one of the few ports is named Habassa as well, and the central territories extend north and west into the nearby mountains.
Leader: (probably your main character): Unknown outside Habassa. Local leaders include Alenee B'Elen (scout leader and emissary) and Aseir Miristar (commander of the army in the battle for the Imperial capital).
Tactics: the Habassans favor skill and precision over brute force. Longbows, pikes, and absolute discipline are a natural part of Habassan tactical doctrine. With their advantages in weapon range and skill, Habassan armies have held their Empire against countless attacks from much larger, but less organized, invaders.
The Emissaries are the other half of Habassan power. The "knife in the dark" in foriegn countries, the Emissaries are given the duty of protecting Habassan interests. Although deadly fighters with their prefered weapons, the Emissaries can have an even greater effect through stealth and skill, often playing rival factions against each other for the benefit of Habassa.
Brief History/Military Achievements: Habassa was first settled by exiles from one of the northern empires. The exact details of what forced them out have been lost to time, but its lessons have never been forgotten. Since their arival on the "worthless" island, a strong military has been a top priority. Between the mountain fortifications and the stubborn defiance of Habassa's human defenders, the Empire is one of the most impossible targets for invasion in the known world.
Habassan military superiority was established through over six hundred years of wars, as rival empires tried to add the growing nation and its wealth to their own. But in the end, all rivals were beaten back, and only a few nations have dared challenge Habassa since then. Only a major alliance could hope to win an offensive war, and various local conflicts prevented one from ever forming. Of course the efforts of the Emissaries didn't exactly make it easy for them...
In recent years, Habassan isolationism has relaxed slightly to add new allies and territory. Motivated by the increasing political instability in the region, Habassa added several nearby mainland empires (all of which found the deal quite profitable) to its territory, providing a second line of fortifications to get through before an invader could even reach Habassa itself.
As chaos and war consumed the Galoric Empire, Habassa's presence in foriegn lands increased significantly. Emissaries and scout forces were sent to watch over the situation, and hopefully to prevent disaster from reaching Habassa. When rebellion finally threatened to restore the old Empire, Habassan leadership saw their chance to hold back the approaching disaster. The Empire itself was of no concern, but the stability it would provide was priceless. Habassan Emissaries began quietly assisting the rebellion, while a major army under the command of Aseir Miristar moved into position to strike. It was this army that swung the battle for the capital in favor of the rebels. With the invaders now in full retreat, they have taken up defensive positions while negotiations continue to restore the old Empire to power.
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Since I'll be needing this one as well....
Name: Aseir Miristar
Age: 38
Sex: male
Leadership Tactics: Military command. If loyalty and duty are not enough to motivate his men, his history of victories is.
Thoughts about the Galoric Empire: The Galoric Empire is a distant power of no direct interest to Habassa. But as a stabilizing factor, it is useful and would be given Habassan support.
Brief History: A natural commander, Aseir rose quickly to command of one of Habassa's armies in the mainland territories. Victory in minor battles against barbarian raiders proved his skill, and attracted the favor of the Habassan leaders. When the decision to assist the Galoric rebellion was made, Aseir was given command of the attack force, and by extension, absolute power over Habassan affairs in the Galoric Empire.
Description: Aseir is a bit over average height (6'4") and a bit under average weight with none of it in fat. He carries the aura of one who is entirely and calmly confident in his combat skill, and for good reason. When not wearing his armor, he wears the standard dark blue and gray uniform of a Habassan officer under a dull gray cloak. Even when not in battle, he carries a ceremonial (but still quite deadly) katana on one hip, and an officer's dagger on the other.
Favorites:
Weapon: Longbow and pike, with katana backup against anything that gets into close range.
Armor: Light steel curiass and bracers over a chainmail shirt, along with helm/greaves depending on the situation.
Terrain (since you asked): The high mountains of his homeland, and the nasty longbow ambushes they allow.
Region: The far northwest, centered on a large island off the western coast. Much of the "worthless" northern lands between the more civilized empires and Habassa have been settled and fortified as a defensive wall. The capital city and one of the few ports is named Habassa as well, and the central territories extend north and west into the nearby mountains.
Leader: (probably your main character): Unknown outside Habassa. Local leaders include Alenee B'Elen (scout leader and emissary) and Aseir Miristar (commander of the army in the battle for the Imperial capital).
Tactics: the Habassans favor skill and precision over brute force. Longbows, pikes, and absolute discipline are a natural part of Habassan tactical doctrine. With their advantages in weapon range and skill, Habassan armies have held their Empire against countless attacks from much larger, but less organized, invaders.
The Emissaries are the other half of Habassan power. The "knife in the dark" in foriegn countries, the Emissaries are given the duty of protecting Habassan interests. Although deadly fighters with their prefered weapons, the Emissaries can have an even greater effect through stealth and skill, often playing rival factions against each other for the benefit of Habassa.
Brief History/Military Achievements: Habassa was first settled by exiles from one of the northern empires. The exact details of what forced them out have been lost to time, but its lessons have never been forgotten. Since their arival on the "worthless" island, a strong military has been a top priority. Between the mountain fortifications and the stubborn defiance of Habassa's human defenders, the Empire is one of the most impossible targets for invasion in the known world.
Habassan military superiority was established through over six hundred years of wars, as rival empires tried to add the growing nation and its wealth to their own. But in the end, all rivals were beaten back, and only a few nations have dared challenge Habassa since then. Only a major alliance could hope to win an offensive war, and various local conflicts prevented one from ever forming. Of course the efforts of the Emissaries didn't exactly make it easy for them...
In recent years, Habassan isolationism has relaxed slightly to add new allies and territory. Motivated by the increasing political instability in the region, Habassa added several nearby mainland empires (all of which found the deal quite profitable) to its territory, providing a second line of fortifications to get through before an invader could even reach Habassa itself.
As chaos and war consumed the Galoric Empire, Habassa's presence in foriegn lands increased significantly. Emissaries and scout forces were sent to watch over the situation, and hopefully to prevent disaster from reaching Habassa. When rebellion finally threatened to restore the old Empire, Habassan leadership saw their chance to hold back the approaching disaster. The Empire itself was of no concern, but the stability it would provide was priceless. Habassan Emissaries began quietly assisting the rebellion, while a major army under the command of Aseir Miristar moved into position to strike. It was this army that swung the battle for the capital in favor of the rebels. With the invaders now in full retreat, they have taken up defensive positions while negotiations continue to restore the old Empire to power.
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Since I'll be needing this one as well....
Name: Aseir Miristar
Age: 38
Sex: male
Leadership Tactics: Military command. If loyalty and duty are not enough to motivate his men, his history of victories is.
Thoughts about the Galoric Empire: The Galoric Empire is a distant power of no direct interest to Habassa. But as a stabilizing factor, it is useful and would be given Habassan support.
Brief History: A natural commander, Aseir rose quickly to command of one of Habassa's armies in the mainland territories. Victory in minor battles against barbarian raiders proved his skill, and attracted the favor of the Habassan leaders. When the decision to assist the Galoric rebellion was made, Aseir was given command of the attack force, and by extension, absolute power over Habassan affairs in the Galoric Empire.
Description: Aseir is a bit over average height (6'4") and a bit under average weight with none of it in fat. He carries the aura of one who is entirely and calmly confident in his combat skill, and for good reason. When not wearing his armor, he wears the standard dark blue and gray uniform of a Habassan officer under a dull gray cloak. Even when not in battle, he carries a ceremonial (but still quite deadly) katana on one hip, and an officer's dagger on the other.
Favorites:
Weapon: Longbow and pike, with katana backup against anything that gets into close range.
Armor: Light steel curiass and bracers over a chainmail shirt, along with helm/greaves depending on the situation.
Terrain (since you asked): The high mountains of his homeland, and the nasty longbow ambushes they allow.
Name: Crescent Empire
Region: the Southern desert. Most of the major population epicenters are located along the coast and near the major river (Auanya) that flows east/west across the main island.
Leader: Khirahd-dim
Special trait: Renowned as superior sailors and horsemen the Jhurkstosa are a nomadic people by nature and are adept in surviving long periods of time without food or water in harsh climates. For combat, they typically employ harpoons (since sea food is their major source of meat), scimitars (referred to as short swords) and throwing weapons.
Brief History/military achievements: The formation of the Crescent Empire came about with the dominion of the Overlord Gharad-tsu in the end of the first age of the Empire's history. His military dynasty lasted nearly 30 years before the nomadic tribes known as the Jhurkstosa organized an offensive that drove the ruling class from the island. The Kharadhu Dynasty under Gharad-tsu was essentially over, the military regime ended and a new, more socialist government was drafted in its place. The first act under the new government was the establishment of a naval development program designed to manufacture warships to withold the potential return of the Kharadhu armies. Furthermore, the program developed siege tactics on the sea that used molotov coctails in conjuncture with catapults to burn coastal towns and aggressive ships. Unfortunately, with the unstable government to program's authority was handed over to the Hliklah family which at the time rivaled the Unkjilah family and employed the technology to monopolize the shipping industry within the empire. The current state of their rival had been annulled by the marriage of Vengul Hliklah and Jormursa Unkjilah and stabilizing the shipping industry. The sea military is known as the Raiders (Tyjiulah) and they both serve as a protective force for the Empire and shipping interests as well as a piracy and courrier of black market goods.
As local nobles fell to mob justice autonomous communities soon felt the weight of the decentralized authority as local food depots and supply stations were ransaked of their goods. In the newly decreed capital city of Eiljuh the socialist party, in response to the news of the choas througout the smaller communities appointed emergency powers to Viscount Khirahd-dim who immediately appealed to the Hliklah family and asked for Raider support to control the disorder. The further the townships from the northern coast, the less tact was used by the Raiders to restore order and firebombed towns along the Auanya gave rise to the naming of the region along the river as Jhum-Ghula (or burnt flesh). Once the immediate threats were suppressed troupes of Raiders trained in law enforcement were stationed along the river towns and in the outposts along the desert roads. Local governor's maintain control of the Raiders in addition to the dispursement of supplies and food to the population.
The current state of the government still lies within the emergency powers granted to Viscount Khirahd-dim. Dissenters from the socialist party are claiming that the old ways will follow if his powers aren't soon removed. Supporters claim that the powers are necessary to maintain order as this is the first time in several hundred years that the nomadic Jhurkstosa have a permanent residence and no longer must submit to the will of the Kharadhu Dynasty and their army of mercenaries. The Crescent Empire's tradition of noble rule and hierarchial power have dimished but not faded completely. The sea is dominated by the Raiders and the mainland is controlled by the regional governor's who answer to the Viscount.
They know little to nothing about their neighbor to the north and care little in their affairs unless there is a profit to be made. Also, the Kharadhu Dynasty is in the market for an ally to aid in an invasion of the mainland and retake the stolen.
Region: the Southern desert. Most of the major population epicenters are located along the coast and near the major river (Auanya) that flows east/west across the main island.
Leader: Khirahd-dim
Special trait: Renowned as superior sailors and horsemen the Jhurkstosa are a nomadic people by nature and are adept in surviving long periods of time without food or water in harsh climates. For combat, they typically employ harpoons (since sea food is their major source of meat), scimitars (referred to as short swords) and throwing weapons.
Brief History/military achievements: The formation of the Crescent Empire came about with the dominion of the Overlord Gharad-tsu in the end of the first age of the Empire's history. His military dynasty lasted nearly 30 years before the nomadic tribes known as the Jhurkstosa organized an offensive that drove the ruling class from the island. The Kharadhu Dynasty under Gharad-tsu was essentially over, the military regime ended and a new, more socialist government was drafted in its place. The first act under the new government was the establishment of a naval development program designed to manufacture warships to withold the potential return of the Kharadhu armies. Furthermore, the program developed siege tactics on the sea that used molotov coctails in conjuncture with catapults to burn coastal towns and aggressive ships. Unfortunately, with the unstable government to program's authority was handed over to the Hliklah family which at the time rivaled the Unkjilah family and employed the technology to monopolize the shipping industry within the empire. The current state of their rival had been annulled by the marriage of Vengul Hliklah and Jormursa Unkjilah and stabilizing the shipping industry. The sea military is known as the Raiders (Tyjiulah) and they both serve as a protective force for the Empire and shipping interests as well as a piracy and courrier of black market goods.
As local nobles fell to mob justice autonomous communities soon felt the weight of the decentralized authority as local food depots and supply stations were ransaked of their goods. In the newly decreed capital city of Eiljuh the socialist party, in response to the news of the choas througout the smaller communities appointed emergency powers to Viscount Khirahd-dim who immediately appealed to the Hliklah family and asked for Raider support to control the disorder. The further the townships from the northern coast, the less tact was used by the Raiders to restore order and firebombed towns along the Auanya gave rise to the naming of the region along the river as Jhum-Ghula (or burnt flesh). Once the immediate threats were suppressed troupes of Raiders trained in law enforcement were stationed along the river towns and in the outposts along the desert roads. Local governor's maintain control of the Raiders in addition to the dispursement of supplies and food to the population.
The current state of the government still lies within the emergency powers granted to Viscount Khirahd-dim. Dissenters from the socialist party are claiming that the old ways will follow if his powers aren't soon removed. Supporters claim that the powers are necessary to maintain order as this is the first time in several hundred years that the nomadic Jhurkstosa have a permanent residence and no longer must submit to the will of the Kharadhu Dynasty and their army of mercenaries. The Crescent Empire's tradition of noble rule and hierarchial power have dimished but not faded completely. The sea is dominated by the Raiders and the mainland is controlled by the regional governor's who answer to the Viscount.
They know little to nothing about their neighbor to the north and care little in their affairs unless there is a profit to be made. Also, the Kharadhu Dynasty is in the market for an ally to aid in an invasion of the mainland and retake the stolen.
Ok, I'm going to have an update on Armiena. I'll post it all later. I don't wanna be on the internet alot right now, what with the latest worm around.
Name: Galoric Empire, Central Division
Region: near the Imperial City, The Central Region is the most prosperous, the most settled, the most politically important.... and the most corrupt. The Central Region is mostly rolling plains and flat grasslands. About half of its inhabitants are independent farmers, and the remainder living in the coastal towns along the ocean and the Imperial City. Over the last 2 years, the Central Region has been mostly rebuilt, though the memories of Emperor Darel's oppression are still fresh.
Leader: Armiena.
History: Armiena served for 6 years in the Central Division Legion, until the conquest by Emperor Darel. She defended the Imperial City against his armies with distinction, but ultimately, numbers overwhelmed skill. The Galoric Emperor surrendered unconditionally, and the Legions were assimilated into their new ruler's armies.
Due to the new.... uses of the Legions, Armiena became depressed in her new role, and was discharged for insubordinate conduct. Later, when drinking away her sorrows, Armiena decided.... she could take on the Military Police that was responding to a brawl. She stabbed a trooper in the neck. When she realized what she had done, she fled into the forests of the Northern Region, and hid from the Legions for more than a month. When she finally returned to the Imperial City to recover her belongings, the rebellion against Darel began.
Armiena was accepted back into the Legions for her service in the siege of the Imperial City, and served with distinction to defend the Galoric Empire against the raiders. For her service (and because of the deaths of her commander), she was promoted as the new leader of the Central Division.
Armiena is fanatically loyal to the Galoric Empire, and wishes nothing more than to see it return to its former glory.
Sex: Female
Age: 27
Previous profession: hunter
Weapons/Armor: Imperial Steel Longsword: Officer's variant (lighter, more decorative, and slightly longer than a standard Galoric longsword).
Imperial Steel Plate Mail: Officer's variant (heavier, more decorative, and stronger than standard Galoric armor) with underlying Imperial Steel Chain Mail.
Tactics: Although standard Galoric military doctrine uses heavily armed foot soldiers and crossbowmen (are crossbows allowed here?), Armiena has pulled what little influence she has to try to improve the crossbow designs for greater range and less power.
Now, Galoric tactics have shifted towards a mix of light cavalry archers and infantry divisions.
Name: Galoric Empire, Central Division
Region: near the Imperial City, The Central Region is the most prosperous, the most settled, the most politically important.... and the most corrupt. The Central Region is mostly rolling plains and flat grasslands. About half of its inhabitants are independent farmers, and the remainder living in the coastal towns along the ocean and the Imperial City. Over the last 2 years, the Central Region has been mostly rebuilt, though the memories of Emperor Darel's oppression are still fresh.
Leader: Armiena.
History: Armiena served for 6 years in the Central Division Legion, until the conquest by Emperor Darel. She defended the Imperial City against his armies with distinction, but ultimately, numbers overwhelmed skill. The Galoric Emperor surrendered unconditionally, and the Legions were assimilated into their new ruler's armies.
Due to the new.... uses of the Legions, Armiena became depressed in her new role, and was discharged for insubordinate conduct. Later, when drinking away her sorrows, Armiena decided.... she could take on the Military Police that was responding to a brawl. She stabbed a trooper in the neck. When she realized what she had done, she fled into the forests of the Northern Region, and hid from the Legions for more than a month. When she finally returned to the Imperial City to recover her belongings, the rebellion against Darel began.
Armiena was accepted back into the Legions for her service in the siege of the Imperial City, and served with distinction to defend the Galoric Empire against the raiders. For her service (and because of the deaths of her commander), she was promoted as the new leader of the Central Division.
Armiena is fanatically loyal to the Galoric Empire, and wishes nothing more than to see it return to its former glory.
Sex: Female
Age: 27
Previous profession: hunter
Weapons/Armor: Imperial Steel Longsword: Officer's variant (lighter, more decorative, and slightly longer than a standard Galoric longsword).
Imperial Steel Plate Mail: Officer's variant (heavier, more decorative, and stronger than standard Galoric armor) with underlying Imperial Steel Chain Mail.
Tactics: Although standard Galoric military doctrine uses heavily armed foot soldiers and crossbowmen (are crossbows allowed here?), Armiena has pulled what little influence she has to try to improve the crossbow designs for greater range and less power.
Now, Galoric tactics have shifted towards a mix of light cavalry archers and infantry divisions.
good thinking, I got a trojan horse I while back... anyway the mentioning of rivers and islands is all fine and dandy, I left the outside of the Galoric Empire as a blank slate so the players could fill in the geogrphy of their Empire.
Just a note for those who veiw this thread and have yet to sign up, comon!! This is an awsome RP, and is escalated by its players. Join the chaos! Strive to make yourself that new power in the world! This is your chance, use it!
okay, it seems that A New Power is dying, we have a ton of ally Empires which is good, but to start this game I want... um (rolls D20) 4 enemy Empires that want to try to take over Galor... I am a little pre-occupied with my much larger Rise of the Undead project now but if you recall I am not behind schedule at all... at the earliest expect this game ready to start during the first week of summer break (if we have enough players).
SykoHavok said something about joining up with this. His browser kept freezing up while he was working on the post. Don't worry, there is inrest.
Name: Evien
Gender: Male
Age: 26
Previous Proffesion: Hunter
History: Evien hunted for animals in the woods with an old yew bow and birch arrows he made himself. Since he used guerilla(sp) for hunting, he adapted to use it for fighting. While he was out one day hunting his house was burned along with his family. Thirsty for vengence Evien joined the resistance.
Weapon of Choice: Yew bow and about 40 birch arrows
Am I allowed to join an empire? If so I'd like to join the Habassen(sp?) Empire.
I forgot to put weapon of choice specifically: Yew bow, kantana for close range. (the kantana was a family eirloom (sp?))
Gender: Male
Age: 26
Previous Proffesion: Hunter
History: Evien hunted for animals in the woods with an old yew bow and birch arrows he made himself. Since he used guerilla(sp) for hunting, he adapted to use it for fighting. While he was out one day hunting his house was burned along with his family. Thirsty for vengence Evien joined the resistance.
Weapon of Choice: Yew bow and about 40 birch arrows
Am I allowed to join an empire? If so I'd like to join the Habassen(sp?) Empire.
I forgot to put weapon of choice specifically: Yew bow, kantana for close range. (the kantana was a family eirloom (sp?))
I guess that is up to Peregrine because that Empire is his
Well, can I join you Peregrine? I liked your empires tactics-precision and bows.
Well, since I'm too lazy to post the few thousand pages of information (conservative guess) I've written in my head... you can join as an ally.
Thanks, I was too lazy to build my own empire and I knew that no one would join my empire (if I made one).
okay... we have a bunch of allies for the Empire... will there be no aggressors? I can't start until I get some you know...
Obsidian Knight, sorry I just noticed your edit and I have a few questions: is the central division a sort of Empire inside of an empire? or a government faction or an internal rebellion or what... becuase the Galoric Empire is the seetup for the storyline and I need to know what kind of things you want to rule within it... I would prefer that it be one of those that I stated above otherwise it would be difficult to fit that into the storyline that I have set up.
Obsidian Knight, sorry I just noticed your edit and I have a few questions: is the central division a sort of Empire inside of an empire? or a government faction or an internal rebellion or what... becuase the Galoric Empire is the seetup for the storyline and I need to know what kind of things you want to rule within it... I would prefer that it be one of those that I stated above otherwise it would be difficult to fit that into the storyline that I have set up.
how many more people do we need to start? Is there a limit for starting or do we just need some opposition for the empire. I hope we start soon.
hmmm... I am gonna make the magic number.... 5 opposing civilizations that fit the stated guidelines...
In other words we won't be starting for a while. *sighs*. Oh well it gives me time to loath the fact that almost everyone here gets out 3 weeks before me. Still have 3-4 weeks left!!!!!
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| okay... we have a bunch of allies for the Empire... will there be no aggressors? I can't start until I get some you know... Obsidian Knight, sorry I just noticed your edit and I have a few questions: is the central division a sort of Empire inside of an empire? or a government faction or an internal rebellion or what... becuase the Galoric Empire is the seetup for the storyline and I need to know what kind of things you want to rule within it... I would prefer that it be one of those that I stated above otherwise it would be difficult to fit that into the storyline that I have set up. |
Armiena is the leader of one of the Galoric Empire's legions, nothing more. Her view to the Galoric Empire is kinda erratic, actually. She wants to restore it to the Golden Age of the previous emperor, and isn't afraid to stand up to the legitimate government to achieve this goal.
In other words, she isn't beyond going Roman legionnaire and conquering Rome if she thinks things are going badly.
ahhh, gotcha. but keep in mind you are not the leader of the whole legion, just one "small" division of it and a question: are you a leader of the army under Darel or the previous Emperor? I suppose I could figure that out by looking at your part 1 character sign up but I don't want too because I am busy(lazy) so could you qoute it directly out of their if the info exists and if not just type it.
Alright, my part 1 character info was a bit unclear
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Armiena is wanted for stabbing a trooper in the neck during a drunken fit. She fled from the authorities into the woods. She survived for a month on edible herbs and the occasional unsuspecting animal before they finally gave up the chase. She has some experience with armor, as she was in the Legions before she was kicked out for insubordination. |
Armiena was in the Legions during the previous Emperor's reign (and before that). She is now a commander of the Central Division Legion. That is, Darel's reign.
hey lemme in!
what do i have to do? make a empire or what it sounds a little confusing
what do i have to do? make a empire or what it sounds a little confusing
yah, follow the guidelines in my first post and make an Empire or Kingdom or whatever to invade Galor!!
ooooo those guidlines......
well i wanna be a Celtic empire from the north. i rule my poeple with fear and ale (booze) promises. theyll be known for there extreme resistence to cold weather and there "iron will" (ever seen that movie?) um we wont be that rich because in my empire there is no religon. all the taxes and money r spent on military and ale. so i guess theyll be using heavy armor and axes, swords,maces, and flails, but my most favorite toys r the ballistas and massive things of that nature.
there is that good?
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during my inspection of the army i encouternd 2 soilders in a drunken fight i shot them both and the ranking officer for ingnorince
am i doing this right?
well i wanna be a Celtic empire from the north. i rule my poeple with fear and ale (booze) promises. theyll be known for there extreme resistence to cold weather and there "iron will" (ever seen that movie?) um we wont be that rich because in my empire there is no religon. all the taxes and money r spent on military and ale. so i guess theyll be using heavy armor and axes, swords,maces, and flails, but my most favorite toys r the ballistas and massive things of that nature.
there is that good?
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during my inspection of the army i encouternd 2 soilders in a drunken fight i shot them both and the ranking officer for ingnorince
am i doing this right?
No. First, you're double posting which is against forum rules. We have an edit button. Use it.
Second, if you'd bothered to read the story you're trying to join, you would have known that the game is paused at the moment for people to sign up.
Second, if you'd bothered to read the story you're trying to join, you would have known that the game is paused at the moment for people to sign up.
It has been paused for quite a while and I have recently let the time I was going to open it slip past. Who thinks I should open it now and we could continue the war against the NPC Empire, but keep it open for people to join? I have been absent from the forums for a week just because of the heckticness of the first days of summer break and the insane amounts of work due, not to mention getting in missing assignments from when i missed school due to a combo of strep throat, pink eye and 103 degree fever. But I am back now!!
jesus christ! u guys r uptight! ur swearing rule sux too and the double posting or w/e which i only heard word of now hmm..... anyway i think u should still allow poeple to join cuz if ur gonna make an effictive story n such that involves adding new and sometimes mysteris characters every now and again 
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I encourage you to join, its just that you don't actually roleplay in this thread, I will make the game thread when there is enough players or when people all agree to start.
First thing off:
Riddick--you should start begging for mercy. You won't be the first the mighty Spambane Rifle has banned. Don't ever provoke a moderator. Least of all Peregrine.
Anyways, back to RP.
Starting off with the war against the NPC empire sounds pretty good. Maybe some people will join to fight against the NPC empire.
Riddick--you should start begging for mercy. You won't be the first the mighty Spambane Rifle has banned. Don't ever provoke a moderator. Least of all Peregrine.
Anyways, back to RP.
Starting off with the war against the NPC empire sounds pretty good. Maybe some people will join to fight against the NPC empire.
I'll go either way. I don't mind starting up for the time being but I don't mind too much letting it wait either.
yeah i think ill just maybe lay low for awhile hows that sound?
So how long do u think itll take to get enough poeple to play?
So how long do u think itll take to get enough poeple to play?
well I am getting a little restless, so I will make a thread sometime this coming week, It will begin right where the other one left off in the meeting. and we will go from there.
um ok sounds good 
threads up, I didn't give you too much to go on though so you will want to study some of the events that took place in part one and the rules and guidelines stated in the first sign up sheet. I will have everything you need in one thread by tomorrow though.... hopefully.
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