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Another Epic Tale

This is an Isekai/Other World RP, that will take inspiration mainly from titles such as RE: Monster, The Rise of the Shield Hero, and Konosuba. Given these references, you can get a vague idea of what I am going for; an adventure story. I'll be making use of an overlying plot, but only for events deemed necessary for the progress of the story. For everything else in between, it'll be sandbox-like at best.
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Annually, the mortality rate around the world is approximately 44.5 million. Among those unfortunate individuals, are a select few who possess indomitable wills that forcefully reject the idea of being put to rest. Fortunately, there exists beings that have transcended the limits of the mortal realm and are referred to, by most, as gods. Among their many responsibilities, they also heed to the calls of restless souls that refuse the afterlife. You know, like yourself.

This might not be the best way to find out, but you have certainly died. It's not uncommon for souls to not recall how it happened, but as the shock slowly subsides, the moments that caused your demise along with your other memories of your past life, eventually resurface.

So here you are, suspended in a void of nothingness, speaking to a disembodied voice who's offering you another chance at life. Would you want to give a life of adventure a chance or are you satisfied with what you've done so far?

The fact that you're here right now kind of makes your answer obvious though.

The story will take place in the Country of Arcadia, but all characters will be citizens of the Merchant Kingdom, Avarice. How and why you ended up there, will find out in the first arc.
Quirks, Perks, and Gifts

Quirks and Perks pertain to your character's name notable physical capabilities and unique skills. So this may range from being an exceptional swimmer, acrobatic, or multilingual to possessesing an iron stomach, keen eyesight, or incredible memory.

As for Gifts, these are what you'd call powers that will be granted to your characters at the start of the story. They may come in the form of an ability (fire breathing, sprouting out draconic wings from one's back, or summoning a small dragon) or an item (a blade that creates explosions on contact, footwear that allows one to move faster or in unique ways, or a mask that transforms one's appearance when worn). These start out simple but will definitely progress overtime.
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The Country of Arcadia

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Isekai always has my interest.
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So would everybody be starting out as merchant? Kinda limits the possibilities it seems. Since some people might wanna be a conqueror, or other kinds of stuff. Usually making everybody in the same group leads to lots of rail roading.
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@Reflection I think you misunderstood. It's called the Merchant Kingdom because it thrives on commerce and trade, but that doesn't mean you'll be starting out as merchants. That'll just be your initial main base, so to speak.
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I know what Isekai is, but I haven't seen the inspiration-animes. Would this be more serious or more light-hearted? The premise would lead me to believe more SOA-ish, but figured I'd ask for sure.

I am craving some good ol' jrpg-esque high fantasy, so I'd be happy to join either way.
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I think I'll sign up my name here too. Like Sunbather I'm up for some good ol' fantasy.

Also, @Sunbather, I don't know all the names, but since he mentioned KonoSuba, I can only assume it's somewhat lighthearted. Especially since KonoSuba is... Well...


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Lots of isekai stuff popping up lately, huh?

I always like seeing the GM-picking-powers mechanic so I'd fuck wiffit :] What do you mean by "demi-human," too?

fucking konosuba. if this gets going, i'll finally watch it lmao
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I... may also need to watch konosuba now. Didn't know it was that comedic.
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@Sunbather The best reference would probably RE: Monster. At least the manga, if not the light novel. I'd say its in between light-hearted and serious.

@Karkinos Lizardmen, Orcs, Elves, Dwarves, Beastmen, and whatnot.

@Karkinos@geminironin Konosuba is stupid, but done right.
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Beastmen... You mean CATGIRLS
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@Karkinos...yes.
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Im in. Isekai fantasy is fun.
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Haaa, might as well throw in my interest.
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I shall join too.
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I'm down!
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@Protean Pair

So in terms of races, are undead (or semidead depending on the mythos) such as Vampires/Dullahan, etc fine too? I just wanna play a character who got reincarnated ironically into one of those races

E.g died of a faulty blood transfusion. Now a vampire. Now you are that faulty blood transfusion.
Died by accidental severence at the neck, Dullahan. Now you will forever be reminded of the time you tripped off that mountain ledge.

Etc.

Lastly, does ones sex/age remain consistent into the new world or can that shift. Ala Tanya the evil etc.
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I'm in as long as I can be either a Beastrace, Goblinkin, or Ork.
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@1Charak2 I think something like that is doable, I mean definitely gotta work out any links, but yeah. Gender thing, I'll have to say a tentative to bending for now?

@LeeRoy I see that you're a man of exquisite taste. So catgirl, foxgirl, or are you gonna surprise me?
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@Protean Pair
Haha. Haha. Oh man.



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