Star Wars: Dawn of the New Republic OOC thread

[Nitemare Shape]

RULES

• You are allowed to play up to 3 characters. You may choose either a pre-existing character that fits the time period of the game, or create a SW character of your own.
• Created characters must make sense and be original. Any character that is found to be too much like an existing character will NOT be approved.
• If you are playing an alien, stay true to the mindset and general culture of that race. So do you're homework before selecting an alien race to play as.
• Unnamed, faceless NPC's may be killed, provided it's not random and has some purpose behind it. PC character deaths must be more than just some random death, and must have meaning behind it other than shock. Major NPC characters are off limits.
• Constructive criticism of posts can be given, but don't be an ******* about it and openly criticize another's work. We're not all as gifted a storyteller as George Lucas, or as skilled a writer as Timothy Zahn.
• Communication is the one word to live by for the RPGs. Good communication between players not only helps the flow of the arc and increases the enjoyment of the storytelling process, but it also helps create new twists and ideas that can make for some memorable stories.
• You can reside on any world in the Star Wars Universe and go anywhere within the galaxy that you desire, including the Unknown Regions.
• You are your character, so act like it. Talk like them, use their dialouge. Do not exaggerate your abilities, or mannerisms. BE Your character.
• Several stories can be going at once, and you have the freedom to interact with other characters.
• You must post at least once every two weeks, though it is preferred that you post more. If you go two weeks without a post without prior notice, your character is up for grabs.
• Know your weaknesses and strengths of your character, and your craft (a smuggler is not going to win a straight fight against a Jedi, and a X-Wing isn't going to do much against an Imperial Star Destroyer).
• The Gamemasters have the final say in matters in the RPG. You may not always like their judgement, but that's life. Arguing about it is not only pointless, but does absolutely nothing to help your cause. Just man the **** up and move on.
• There should be minimal cursing and swearing in posts.
• People who disobey these rules, some more major than others, will get booted from the RPG by the Gamemasters.
• This game has OPEN ENROLLMENT! There are no limits on the number of players. If you like what you see and want to join, fill out a CS and get involved!

Star Wars: Dawn of the New Republic Character Application

Screen Name:

Character you wish to play:

Race (such as Human, Wookie, Transdoshan, Hutt, Twi'lek, Rodian, Bothan, droid, Mon Calimari, etc):

Faction (does your character belong to a group, such as the New Republic, The Imperial Remnant, the Bounty Hunter's Guild, a specific crime syndicate, etc):

Background (list the history of your character here. Created Characters Must Be Thorough!):

Character Class (choose one):

Scoundrel (all smugglers, cutthroats, outlaws, and general rogues)

Soldier (stormtroopers, Moffs, tribal warriors, New Republic commandos, fighter pilots, and all other warriors and soldiers)

Force Sensitive (Jedi, Sith, Witches of Dothamir, Emperor's Hands, and all other Force Users)

Bounty Hunter (strictly Bounty Hunters, whether a member of the Guild or not)

Beaurocrat (all Senators, Governors, representatives, and general diplomats)

What Font and Color will you be using for your character's speech:

Items (Created Characters Must Be Thorough! What major weapons and the like does your character carry? Such as a lightsaber, a rigged Sabaac deck, a blaster pistol, vibro-knife, wookie crossbow, telescopic lenses, etc):

Character Personality (Created Characters Must Be Thorough! Give a solid description on how your character acts, their morals, etc):

Character Alignment (Choose one): Good, Nuetral, Evil

Sample Post (write a sample post that is at least 4 paragraphs long and containing at least 3 lines of dialogue):

Do you know how to post pictures on the RPG Boards:



For Information on Planets, Places, and Potential Characters, look no further than Wookieepedia for all your SW needs: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page

And a Galaxy Map:http://www.moviecritic.com.au/images...detailed12.jpg

Roster

Heroes of the Republic]
Nitemare Shape- Luke Skywalker (Human Male)http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8129913
MasterCrew- Vovnok Okinsawa (Mandalorian Zabrak Male) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8142275
IAMZero- Dacria-Marsceka Thaeirs (Mon Calamari Female) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8334165
Pryce Fisto- Pryce Fisto (Nautolan/Twi'lek Hybrid Male) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8289584
Kalistar- Kaylee Starsmore (Human Female) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8369700

Walking the Thin Red Line
Nitemare Shape- Joren Kel (Human Male)http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8138590
IAMZero- Sadako Cadav (Togruta Female) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8153404

Scourges of the Galaxy
Hadrada - Talon Rake (Human Male)http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8142945
Johnny Blaze- Grand Admiral Thrawn (Chiss Male) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8162227
Krazywolf- Darth Devorus (Human Male)http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8141001
sartorous- Jerek Kahn (Human Male) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8210934
NiteMare Shape- Zsinj (Human Male) http://roleplayerguild.com/showthrea...=1#post8257033

[Naril]

How much longer, chronologically, is this set after Ep. VI? A year? Ten? Twenty? A hundred? By the EU, it seemed like Luke lived for a very long time (Possibly as long as 135ABY, by the wookieepedia). It seems like it would have to be a certain amount of time afterward, if characters can be Jedi who, presumably, have been through Jedi training of one sort or another.

I'm not asking on general principles; the character I'd like to write up has part of their history predicated on the idea that the Order has been up and running for at least long enough to be a formal institution. If that's not the case, that's fine and I'll let another seed germinate.

[Nitemare Shape]

It's been 5 Years since the end of Return of the Jedi, and with that...

Screen Name: NiteMare Shape

Character you wish to play: Luke Skywalker

Race (such as Human, Wookie, Transdoshan, Hutt, Twi'lek, Rodian, Bothan, droid, Mon Calimari, etc): Human

Faction (does your character belong to a group, such as the New Republic, The Imperial Remnant, the Bounty Hunter's Guild, a specific crime syndicate, etc): New Republic and New Jedi Order

Background (list the history of your character here. Created Characters Must Be Thorough!): Luke is the last of the Jedi. The son of Anakin Skywalker, Luke and his twin sister Leia were hidden from Anakin after their birth because of Anakin's fall to the Dark Side.

A series of events brought Luke, then a young man, into the Rebellion against the Galactic Empire. Under the guidance of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin's former master, Luke was instrumental in fighting the Empire and destroying their first Death Star.

Some time later, Luke learned that Darth Vader, the Sith Lord responsible for hunting down the Jedi and ruling at the Emperor's side, was actually his father. During the attack on the second Death Star, Luke, now a Jedi Knight, and knowing there was still good in his father, battled Vader and the Emperor. As the Emperor tried to kill Luke, his father found redemption by sacrificing himself to save his son. Through Luke's belief in his father, he brought Anakin back from the Dark Side, allowing him to fulfill the prophecy and bring balance to the force.

Character Class (choose one): Jedi Master, co-founder/leader of Rogue Squadron with Wedge Antilles.

What Font and Color will you be using for your character's speech: Luke's speech / Luke's thoughts

Items: Like all Jedi, Luke carries the lightsaber he built as part of his training. He also has a personal X-Wing fighter, gifted to him by the New Republic. His fighter has standard equipment including less 'civilized' weapons like a blaster. He also has constant companions in his faithful droids C-3PO and R2-D2.

Character Personality (Created Characters Must Be Thorough! Give a solid description on how your character acts, their morals, etc): Luke is a true Jedi Master. Calm and at peace, but ready to fight when the need arises and no other course is available. Luke constantly looks for the good in people, and has hope in the New Republic's ability to restore peace to the galaxy.

Yet Luke also has lingering doubts about his ability to rebuild the New Jedi Order. Doubts he will need to overcome to bring new Jedi into the fold, and address what he senses is the growing presence of the Dark Side.

Character Alignment (Created Characters Must Be Thorough! Choose one): Luke is definitely good.

Sample Post (write a sample post that is at least 4 paragraphs long and containing at least 3 lines of dialogue):

I sit in the quiet room I have taken as my quarters in the temple. It's nondescript and simple, but still has all I need. In the middle of the floor, legs crossed over each other, eyes closed, I focus on my breathing, feeling the Force flow around and through me. I can sense the various forms of life skittering in and around the temple as well as in the surrounding forest.

But that's not what makes me smile. I don't even open my eyes when I sense him. "Master," I say, simply.

"Mmm....fear I still sense in you. Doubt too."

My smile grows wider and I open my eyes to turn at the specter of my teacher and friend. "But I think you'll admit I have made much progress, Master Yoda."

His small head bobs up and down in that almost dismissive agreement he has, just as it did in life when he trained me in the swamps of Degobah. "Yes, yes. Much improvement I have seen. Jedi Master now you are." Then his voice lowers a notch. "But still doubt I sense..."

My smile drops. "All I see before me is a...monumental task. I have to rebuild the Jedi order, by myself. And while I know I'm up to it...there is still...uncertainty..."

"Fear you will fail, do you? Afraid another Vader you may create."

The thoughts of my father and all he did cloud my mind. I focus on the Force and let it clear my thoughts. "It is a fear I will overcome."

Yoda nods. "Much to overcome, I foresee. Many trials ahead for you."

I nod. "I have sensed it too, Master."

"Yes. Darkness the future brings. But light within you exists," he says, pointing his cane at me. "And remember this, you will. Alone...you are not."

Yoda plants his cane in front of him, and slowly vanishes into the ether from which he came. I look at the empty air where he stood a few moments longer before rising to my feet.

He's right. I don't have to do this alone.



Do you know how to post pictures on the RPG Boards?:

[Naril]

So any Jedi characters are going to have to be survivors of the Emperor's purge? Depending on how you count it, either the New Jedi Order had just been created or would not be founded for two more years.

[Nitemare Shape]

I'm basically disregarding the EU canon and creating our own. PM me your idea and we can make it work. But yes, for the most part, the NJO is in its infancy.

But if you want to play a Jedi, I wouldn't have a problem with a character that was say...trained as a jedi by a survivor of the Purge

[Naril]

Oh dear, no. That 'secret apprentice' stuff drives me mad. I'll PM you the idea I've got in a bit, when I'm done cooking dinner. Ta!

[Nitemare Shape]

Oh dear, no. That 'secret apprentice' stuff drives me mad. I'll PM you the idea I've got in a bit, when I'm done cooking dinner. Ta!

LOL, sounds good

[Nitemare Shape]

so...where is everybody?

[Nitemare Shape]

Approved pending Sample

[thatguy12]

I'm gunna make Han and Boba Fett's love child =) tomorrow though lol