This roleplay takes place in New Bayheath, a Bresiroth colony on the shores of Kasum. Kasum is one of two continents on the planet Jinai, the other being Maltha, where all players would have been born. Maltha is a very diverse and large continent akin to Eurasia, in that it spans many climates and is home to a variety of people, cultures, and nations. Centuries ago the continent was plagued by monsters of all designs, though after years of heroes banishing them from the civilised world, they've become the stuff of myth. I will eventually create a map of Maltha with a list of nations, but for now, feel free to make them up when you're writing your character application, but keep in mind that your background (at least where your character is from) is subject to change. In regards to the tech-level, Maltha is similar to Eurasia in the 15th century. Firearms and cannons are still in very early development, and cannot be found outside of an engineer's workshop, meaning traditional weapons are still the standard for nearly everyone. Very little is known about Kasum, other than that it is a tropical and covered in dense jungle. On the horizon looms a singular black mountain, that some colonists speculate to be volcanic. New Bayheath is surrounded by a small plain that quickly turns into thick jungle, giving the colony some room for expansion. The town is meager, with a population of some 300 people, all of whom are administered by the head of the colony, Governor-General Gabriel. Gabriel will cooperate with his mercenaries in the exploration of Kasum, so long as their suggestions are in the colony's interests.

Humans: I don't think I need to describe human physicality, but in Maltha they are found in the west, and have divided themselves into many petty kingdoms and republics. Humans get along decently with other races, but often prefer that they remain in their own nations. Dwarves: These subterranean folk are believed to be ethnically similar to humans, some will even tell you that dwarves and humans share a common ancestor. Because of this believed shared ancestry, dwarves get on best with humans in terms of diplomacy, and the dwarven fiefdoms of the southern mountains have historically allied themselves with the humans to the west. Typically dwarves are shorter and stockier than humans, standing at around 4 - 5 feet in height. Elves: The elves of Maltha all stem from the ancient, and still standing, Republic of Azor, a powerful nation to the snowy north of the continent. Elves are typically highly xenophobic, and have expressed a policy of isolation for hundreds of years. However the Elven republic has recently been weakened by plague, causing many of its citizens to flee into the neighbouring nations to seek work wherever possible. Elves, despite their preference for other elves, are pragmatic, and won't start trouble with races they don't like if it doesn't benefit their larger goals. They are typically taller than humans, and a great deal paler. Orcs: Most of Maltha's orc population are part of the Red Hand Empire, a loose collection of a thousand different clans and families all under the reign of the Red Emperor. Many orcs however live throughout Maltha, serving as bodyguards, mercenaries, or simple thugs. An orc's great stature, standing at around 7 feet, make them formidable opponents if well equipped and well trained. They are typically discriminated against because of their barbaric appearance, possessing sharp teeth, slanted brows, and bizarre green skin. Other Races: Maltha is home to many more races that will not be mentioned to keep this brief. If you don't want to play as any of the above, leave me a note explaining your chosen race (nothing too outlandish please), and I'll incorporate them into the world.

Faith in Maltha is something used to unite people in times of crisis. Priests and clerics wield no divine power, and cannot "smite" as is common in many fantasy worlds. Much like on earth, the existence of gods is debated, but popular nonetheless. Atalism Atalism is the belief in an omniscient and all powerful deity known as Atal. Atalism is very popular throughout the human Kingdoms, and even among some dwarves. Its dogma is similar to Catholicism, condoning the conversion (and saving) of heathens, whereas heretics must be punished, and then converted. Tanism Tanism is a heresy of Atalism, which believes in the idea of a divine power, but condemns forceful conversion, religious intolerance, and religious violence. Tanists are a minority group who are often attacked by Atalists regimes for their humanist and unorthodox views. Strollism Stroll is the mythological founder of the first dwarven nation, and has become a heroic figure worthy of worship throughout the dwarven fiefdoms. Stroll is worshipped almost exclusively by dwarves, who attempt to be like him in all ways, ie. be courageous, resolute, willful, and proud of your heritage. Strollists will never attempt to convert another race, as it is seen as a religion purely for the dwarven people. Paganism Practised mainly by both the elves of the north and the orcs to the east, paganism has no specific gods or doctrines, and simply involves worshipping the anything other than Atalism, Tanism, or Strollism.

Ancient texts from nearly all races speak of individuals capable of handling fire, spitting lightning, darkening the sky, and raising the dead. It is believed that in the past, in a time before science, magic was a prominent force. In today's world, magic is merely the stuff of legend.

Name: Race: Age: Sex: Appearance: (Link an image and/or provide details of their physicality, things like height, weight, how they walk, how they sound, any disabilities, etc. ) Profession: Social Ranking: (Colonists rank below the mercenaries tasked to protected them, though both are administered by the Govenor-General, played by yours truly) Talents: Personality: Recent history: (I don't need to know how your character grew up, but include their reasons for joining the colony)

Name: Jack Sullam Race: Human Age: 32 Sex: Male Appearance: Profession: Mercenary Captain Social Ranking: In charge of the Red Coat Mercenary Band deployed to the colony. As well as that has authority over an average colonist. Talents: An adept swordsmen, from years of practice and experience. He also is physically very fit and knows how to led and organise men. Personality: I prefer to RP this. Recent history: As an officer in the RCM he was selected from a group of volunteers to lead the small band of RCM mercenaries deployed to the colony. Before the RCM he was a member of the Trade Republic of Bresiroth's army however he was discharged after disobeying orders that would have led to the death of his entire band of men. The RCM took him on and instilled true discipline I him, as well as giving him an opportunity to prove his worth on a battlefield again.