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The Blood Wars


For centuries mankind had cowered underneath the reign of the Grand Coven, forced to hide from the monsters known as Vampires. However, there came a time when mankind found a power of its own, a power they hoped would one day turn the tide in their favor against their ruthless hunters. This power was known simply as Magic, a force that had been locked deep within the flimsy humans since the very beginning. Not everyone could unlock their hidden potential, but those that could found control over elements that had once belonged only to the gods. In the end, this power proved itself to be a double edged sword. Those that used it found their blood to be a near irresistible lure to those they tried desperately to flee from.

Greater than ever before was the danger presented to mankind as they were hunted in larger numbers for their magic laced blood. Full out war broke out between the two races, one fighting for survival while the other fought for their own greed. Perhaps in another life humans would have won, however their inexperience with their own power led them to an ultimate defeat. When all looked lost for mankind and extinction sat on their doorstep, another enemy appeared, one that was friend to neither vampires nor humans. The Lycans, or Werewolves as the humans called them, attacked both sides mercilessly and left no choice other than peace between the once warring people.

A treaty was signed between the Grand Coven's leader and a representative chosen by the humans declaring peace between them, thus forming a union against the Lycan threat. The treaty not only assured peace but it also forbid vampires from hunting humans openly as they had in the past. The vampires were not left without demands of their own, however, feeling that completely cutting them off from the blood supply would be unfair. It was decided that those with magical potential would enter into the service of the vampires, acting as their only source of blood in exchange for the protection of the rest of the population.

While they weren't able to completely eradicate lycan-kind, the combined forces of the vampires and humans were able to drive them away, severely weakening them. Retreating into the darkest corners of the world, lycan packs swore their revenge before disappearing. That was over five centuries ago.




Stonebrooke Academy


Founded by Vampire Princess Zaria, Stonebrooke academy is home to both vampire and mage alike. It is their philosophy that servants should be raised alongside their future masters to strengthen the bond and discourage disloyalty. Built like a fortress, it is among the safest places in the world allowing students the leisure of relaxation while attending their classes. Additionally, to maintain Lady Zaria's reputation, only the finest quality supplies are used for food, clothes, living arrangements, etc... Truly a sight to behold and one that you will be getting a lot more acquainted with during your stay.

It is here where young mages are taught how to use their magic, guided through the difficult process of discovering their elemental specialty. Along side them, the vampires honing their physical strength and most importantly... restraint.










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@WeepingLiberty Interested :)
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Hello! ^.^

If you have any questions, please, ask away! I'll be here most of the day if you think of any, in the meantime if you'd like to get started on a CS you are more than welcome.
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As a "dark fantasy" fan, I think you have a great theme going @WeepingLiberty and I may have to seriously consider lording over one of the puny witches or warlocks :)
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@Rawk

Thank you! I certainly hope you decide to stay, having a "traditionalist" character running around would be lots of fun. XD
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You know I am down friend ^^
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So I noticed there was no header for "Bio" on the CS. Are you leaving it optional? I've never not had to write one so I figured I'd ask :)

That being said, if we are adding a bio, then a couple of questions need to be asked for the sake of context:

- Where is this generally taking place? (America? Europe? A new undiscovered land?)
- Approx when did the world become a "Utopia"?

I'm asking since I will be rolling a Vampire who is 92 years old, was born shortly after WW1 and became a Vamp around 30s (so 57 years of immortality).

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With an altered timeline bios tend to be a little difficult, and I find revealing history through IC works just as well as through CS bios.

Before what would be our renaissance the vampires were openly hunting humans. During this time was the discovery of magical potential leading to further conflict. Their advances prevented the invention of gunpowder during the 1130's. The treaty was signed some point during the renaissance in order to combat the lycan threat. That was "won" some time between the mid-late 1400's and early 1500's.

After that the treaty held vampires back from openly hunting, however there were some that weren't too fond of that idea. One smaller war was fought between them but in this history, a world war on the same scale as our has never been fought... It was more of a civil war than anything...

Turnings are rare in these times, but I'm not going to rule them out. Running with the idea that males are fertile while females are not sort of thing...

As for official Utopia status... We'll go with when world hunger (for both vamps and humans) came to an end... Early-Mid 1900's. Technology has been allowed to advance slightly beyond what we have now despite it being 2017 as well, cleaner energy sources type of thing...

This all being said, there are quite a few groups that still believe in the old ways (turning/open season hunting etc...) but they are quietly biding their time until the politics game can be played to their advantage.
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@weepingliberty Is there a preference for images, real people or?
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I don't have a requirement. You may go with whatever fits the image in your head for your character, but personally I go with surrealistic or anime-esque styles. I already have one image over on the character tab for Zaria if you wanted to use that for reference... But like I said, you are welcome to use any style you see fit.
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...and I find revealing history through IC works just as well as through CS bios.


Oh...you are my favourite person now. I love revealing through story rather than vomiting it all out in a bio.

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For some cases, it just works out better that way. Glad you approve.
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Mind if I ask what elements are acceptable for mages? :P

Edit: And is necromancy a thing at all?
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Anything naturally occurring:

Water, Fire, Earth, Air, Electricity, Plant, Ice...

Light and Shadow magic are also options.

Necromancy has been forbidden, those who show affinity for it tend to remain "undeclared" and are often fought over by noble vampires. Affinity for such an element is incredibly rare.
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Postin' CS for approval, then.

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One: I can't stop laughing at your avatar.

Two: Sparky M.D. looks pretty good. Once you find an image for him you are free to port him over into the character tab. ^.^
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Any room for a shadow mage?
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@WeepingLiberty...Are you going to limit my character creation ...or like can I have like...4 (plus 10)
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This is a unique sort of RP, lol, but I love witches and I love vampires, so I'll throw a sheet together. I'm also willing to play a second character if the vampire:witch ratio is uneven.
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@shagranoz

Sorry, my phone died and couldn't get my response to this at dinner. Yes, go right ahead.

@Ellion

So long as you keep things fairly even...

@Kidd

Sounds good, I look forward to see it. ^.^
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