Next time I want to potentially interrupt, I'll make it a point to ask you here what kind of reaction she would get, then write that in my next response, if that would work for you! Or we could decide if her reaction would warrant a change in your post instead of just a passing mention in mine. How does that sound?

Bad weather, huh? Got a lot of snow last week, I take it?

Eh, been better, been worse. Thanks!

I'm sorry to hear that you've been getting bad news from home. If it is anything you would like to talk about--or rant about, while someone listens to your woes--know I'm here for you! Shoot me a PM if you'd like, instead of posting it publicly. Know, though, that I would take no offence if you would rather not, and I hope that things get better for you and your family soon, my friend!

And don't worry about delayed posts. Take all the time you need. Emotional stress is a terrible thing, and I know that inspiration can be a fickle master at the best of times.

That sounds totally perfect! Feel free to ask ahead of time about anything. I'm cool with going back to change something anytime if need be, honestly it's exactly what may be essential in the future. Half the time its probably just nice to get an explanation of why certain things will or wont happen to gain familiarty and further explanation on the traits of this universe.

Also, I wanted to discuss Anoras powers a bit more. Before I go so far as to give you any kinds of parameters, I'd love to know what kind of mental image you have for them. I mean, you're her creator and should have most, if not all, control over what it is she can do. How amorphous are they? What do you view as being the maximum effort she can put into something and what kind of limits/strain might be present? What kind of image do you get when she uses her powers, like, what does the energy she uses look like and how does it function? What's the most powerful thing she can do?
This will likely also give me a chance to explain how magic functions a bit more. I wanted to wait for that in the RP but its definitly important to have some foreknowledge.

Feel free to be as simple or as in depth as you want. I just need things to be a little set in stone for her powers since I honestly plan for Anora to become ridiculously important, as any protagonist should be.

I mean, the point of this RP is the journey but there's always a bit of danger to start and along the way. I mostly plan to get Anora acquanted with how dangerous and grotesque the magic world can be with this hospital encounter. Don't think it's always going to be quite so dark as things are going to get, but, she does need to be at least a little familiar with the odd dangers present on earth. Does that all sound okay? Are there any limits you have as far as gore? I'm not gonna go to crazy but I'd just like to know if theres anything I should definitly stay away from. You don't need to go too into detail, I'm not gonna write anything that's overly sadistic, I jave a few lines myself, though I cant promise there wont be pretty gory and super-creepy supernatural stuff lol.

Sorry this is extremely long for OOC. xD

Question, then! What would happen if Anora used her powers to create a shield around Darsby’s gun when he raises it at the receptionist? Would it remain as long as she wanted it, or would he end up countering it somehow?

As a suggestion, too, if you think it would help, you could perhaps shorten your posts up a bit, stopping at areas where my character’s reactions could potentially cause a change, instead of possibly having to delete or change a good portion of the rest of your work. Don’t get me wrong; I love writing long posts, it just isn’t a requirement to keep my interest. Both long and short posts have their purposes, of course! If there’s a certain section that nothing another PC does can change stuff, then long can help get that across. But short can also give more options and open more doors without having to go back and edit a crapton.

I believe I have described the appearance of Anora’s powers when I have her use them. They’re predominantly purple and gold, and create an electric mist unless she shapes it. If she hardens it, the object it's hardened into is translucent. I also elaborate on what she can do with them as well as her weakness in her profile. Read that, then let me know if you still have questions? A couple things to add, though: if she ignores the symptoms of overuse, tries to push it further than what her energy levels allow, or uses it frequently in large bursts that slowly drain her without her taking the necessary measures to rebuild her strength, she could fall comatose, if not fatally so. I’m not sure what the strongest attack she could do is, since it all depends on her energy level and willpower. And imagination, regarding what exactly she can do and does with it. So any one of the listed abilities could be her strongest attack, if she puts enough of both of those behind it, and what form she makes it take, which is limited only by her imagination (and if her stored energy/will is great enough to accomplish what she wants, of course). The more of her magic she uses in one go, the more and quicker it drains her. I also have on there that they’re not fully fledged, so she has room to grow and change with it as needed, but she’ll be pretty good with her powers since she’s been using and experimenting with them most of her life.

Edit: As for how it functions, depending on what rules of magic you have, I was thinking it's a sort of a manifestation of her aura, of her being itself, and a sort of collective energy from being a Guardian (if we're still going with that). It uses that collective energy as well as her own to generate its strength and manifest. Its color comes form that aura aspect, which is reflected in her eye color (windows to the soul, an' all that!)

How does all that sound to you?

Still haven’t really found out what my limit for gore is. If it’s any help, I can watch the show Supernatural pretty easily, and my tolerance for gore is higher when with written than visual media. I do love torturing characters more than I probably should, enjoy realistic bloodshed, have no problem writing out violent/bloody scenes (to an extent), and have no issues with/am all for my character(s) being on the receiving end of violence and/or torture of the mental or physical type. Especially if they do something stupid and totally had it coming. Which also means you can expect me to not be one of those people who never lets their characters get hurt. Basically, if you’re okay with it, I’ll probably just have to let you know if you manage to stumble upon a line I didn’t know I had.

Though not entirely gore related, I figure I should let you know about what I won't do, period: gay relationships, and nothing sexually related, be it via gore or otherwise. My lack of tolerance for sexual aspects is the same throughout all media. I can’t even stand watching Law in Order: SUV, and such references have threatened to make me stop watching Supernatural on a number of occasions because of their frequency. Nudity is also out for me, butts being as far as I would accept for showing private areas. ;-) Because I swear, butts were made for the soul purpose of being comedic relief. Otherwise, as long as people are at least in their undies, I’m good. Just undies is awkward for me, mind, and never makes for scenes I enjoy in media, but it’s not something I can’t tolerate, especially when done for practical instead of sexual purposes.

I do have full preferences listed on my profile, though they haven’t really changed since our first go at this. Heh. But don’t worry about it being dark. I typically enjoy dark and love super-creepy stuff, so keep that coming all you want. I also end up being extremely-to-excessively a bit sadistic myself to my characters. In person, I don’t like hurting people. But give me a fictitious character to write for who I can throw into all manner of afflictions, and I’ll tear him/her apart quite gladly—so long as it goes along with the story and doesn’t take anything away from that plot.

I understand, I'll respond further later but the shield thing would be countered, it would sort of shimmer into existence before dissipating. It would look and feel to Anora as if she were rubbing up against something smooth with her powers, like water moving over a stretchy balloon. His pointing is quick, he does it while walking away and not looking at the man. Darsby wouldn't do counter her with any visible action, only giving her a passing glance behind him and a mild sigh before continuing on his way as said.

I promise Anora won't be powerless like this for long. I'll explain magic and why when I get back from training here in awhile.

Great! Thanks! I'll try to get an IC response up either, well, today now, or tomorrow.

Alrighty! I've no worries about that, but thanks for letting me know. I mean, she's technically an amateur, I would imagine, in the whole grand scheme of things.

Have a good morning at training!

I understand what you mean by 'shorten'. My posts may always be long as I tend to get lost in the sauce while writing, but, I'll attempt to cut down on the fat of 'pre-determined' decisions. I know I've been hitting you with a lot of those. This stems primarily from me being uncomfortable not being the only one to drive a story and from having to trust that you know to respond to everything (Which you obviously do even more than that). I'm coming around to the idea, I promise
And even when I can't cut down, I'll make sure to ask some questions ahead of time when writing a post like "How would Anora react to this?" if it's absolutely necessary to include something. Though, it honestly rarely is.

I can definitely work with your definitions of her power. I'm sure I'll have some pointers but they aren't coming to mind at the moment. We'll address it later, when Anora receives a more in depth explanation of magic.

I'm glad you do't have a limit with gore. I don't go too crazy but there are definitely going to be some very dark themes to come. Especially what she's gonna see here in the hospital soon..

I went through and read the profile. I have no problems with any of it, I like it when things are wholesome anyways and I've never really enjoyed writing smut. It always just felt kind of pointless.
One question, is it not okay if other characters are in gay relationships? Like if we came across a pair like that in the story as NPC's. Just covering my bases here.

Hey, sorry, it's been one of those weeks. I'll do my best to get to a proper response here and, well, everywhere else this upcoming week!

I totally understand getting caught up in the moment and just wanting to write out everything. And in general, I typically don't mind reading and/or responding to longer posts. Maybe it's because I've been mostly just a GM, not your average player, for such a long time now, but having little to no influence in even simpler matters is more than a little frustrating. I'm quite okay with being led, nudged, and dragged every now and again to where my character(s) needs to be for things to ultimately work out. It's your plot, after all, so you know what's set in stone (major, necessary events) and what can be changed (exactly how and even when the characters make it to those major events, and even what may happen during the said events), but by writing such long, action-assuming posts in this situation, you're not giving me the chance to alter or even just mildly effect the course of events with Anora's actions. Which is kind of the point in doing a roleplay instead of just writing a story on your own. Having a character or two not under your control who could ultimately bring about unexpected/unplanned events, and take you down roads you were not necessarily planning in the first place. Keeps you on your toes, and makes you have to utilize your imagination a bit more to adjust or work around when the other player does something unexpected.

Maybe instead of asking me what she would do, take that as a clue that you should stop there and let me show you what she does. If you want to keep writing, have at it; as a suggestion, write it out on a separate document or something, but post only up to the point where my character could actually cause a change, even if it's slight, then edit the rest of what you have saved accordingly before posting it next.
Sorry, the way it is going at the moment just kind of makes me feel like I'm not contributing much. The only way to chase away that discomfort is to give me a chance to prove to you that I can actually contribute more than just simple responses to what you give me, and subtly help move things onward.

Awesome! Glad her powers work out, then. If you think of anything I should know right off about her using them, just let me know!

Well, I probably do have a limit, but it's pretty high up there (depending on the circumstances, I suppose), and, like I said, even higher in written form since I can kind of control what I 'see' a bit more than in visual media. Perfect, about the preferences being okay with you!

Good question! That will involve plenty of rambling in answer, for a warning. xD Though I don't like playing off of the concept of gay relationships, I recognize that it's a part of culture nowadays, and thus is something likely to be mentioned somewhere, even just in passing, in a lot of media. Most modern live action shows have at least one gay character in them, be it a permanent character or one who just passes through. I can usually tolerate just a mention to the fact that there are gay couples out there in situations out of my control, but I can't stand showing significant affection between such couples. With that said, I prefer not to have those in a story, especially one I'm personally involved in, in any shape or form since I don't care about being "politically correct" or trying to get the attention of "various types of audiences." In short, I'd rather not. Just doesn't seem necessary or relevant to me in the long run, either, besides to appease a certain audience. Which I'm not apart of.

Side note: I do love and respect gay people in real life as much as straight people! Heck, I have family who are gay (one is my favorite aunt on that side of the family). I don't agree with their lifestyles, but people are people, no matter what lifestyle they live. As long as they respect my boundaries, I'll respect theirs. I won't support it, but I won't judge or ridicule them for it. Besides. Most of the gay people I've met have had some pretty darn awesome personalities.

Just thought I would pop in and say hello for whenever you get the time to check the Guild! I'm back in town, but still currently behind on replies. Which will hopefully change this week.

So, yeah. Happy May, and I hope all is well on your end!

I know it's been more than a few ages since I've responded, I got caught up in training and then in the hospital and appointments for a while. I kind of lost track of other things during that whole process. Sorry about that, I understand whatever your feelings may be about continuing but I thought I'd at least post something to get a bit back into writing.

Hope all is well!!

Aaah! Hello! And welcome back! Sorry for the delay. I haven't been getting on much as of late. Been distracted with other things. I'm absolutely still up for this roleplay if you are! And have the patience to wait for responses from me. Heh. My list of projects is really long at the moment, so my inspiration is everywhere yet often nowhere.

Anyway. Hope everything worked out well and is going good for you! I'm going to send you my email in a PM, if you don't mind, if I haven't done so already. Just so you have it. If I get into one of my avoiding-the-internet moods, you're welcome to poke me on there. Or chat if you have a gmail account/Hangouts.

Sorry about the wait here! Just had another visit to the hospital so I got pretty pre-occupied. I'm working on a response now though.

Oh, man! Hope everything turned out okay. No need to apologize. I know you are busy, and to expect delays between posts. Plus I have made you wait plenty. There is no rush! :-)

I hope I didn't overstep my bounds in that last post. I promise I'll be much less controlling of your character from here on out. If she didn't do something that I made it seem like she did then just let me know and I'll edit my post. I don't want to be overbearing.

"Much less controlling." Don't be controlling with her, period. Give ME the chance to write for her. Otherwise, you may as well be writing the story yourself.

Anora will be rendering the events of your post temporary void after this paragraph:

"We're taking one of these metal wagons. You're piloting." Darsby speaks quickly, weakly gesturing with his gun towards the nearest parking lot. He begins to hobble in that ordered direction, his bare feet softly pattering against pavement and grass.

Unless he wouldn't stop even if she reached out or stepped in front of him to stop him. Which is kinda my roundabout way of asking if she would actually be capable of touching/stopping him, or if he would do that avoidance thing he did before. xD Then it's after this one:

Should Anora need encouragement, Darsby would have likely shouted "We don't have time! Get in!" as sirens and other such emergency personnel begin closing in on their present location. Coughs start to rack his still-sundered frame for several seconds before both doors are presumably closed. [Strike-through would be void.]

I think I've said it before, but please, stop at points where my character(s) decision could possibly cause a difference. So far, most of what you have put would have happened regardless of what Anora did and you added reactions for your guy in the event she followed, but this time, that's not exactly the case. Don't assume: Stop and post. Post lengths very. You're going to have times where 1000+ words are appropriate, and instances where 300 or under are what is required. Let me make and show Anora's decisions. Don't assume. Just means posting shorter posts. Which I'm good with. Heck, I prefer a variation of lengths. Only exception for me are auto-hits when my character is obviously (or intentionally) outmatched. If there's something the GM knows my character just CAN'T do or intends for them to be weaker and/or incapable of reacting, then so be it!

Suggestion: Copy/paste the rest of that post in a document/Google Docs, save that, then delete the rest from the post. That'll eliminate the controlling aspect. Trust me, play your (and Darsby's) cards right, and she'll get where you want her. Just yeah, give ME the chance to get her there on her terms and when I know she'd go there. You may have to alter some minor things, but that's kinda the point of a RP with someone, isn't it? The unpredictable aspect and the need of using your imagination and wits to get a feel for that other character not in your control. And working around their reactions/decisions.

You're a seriously amazing RP partner to have! Thank you so much for being real with me and humbling me in regards to RPing on here and working to control only what should be under my reigns. I'll go to correct that now.

He's rather exhausted so it depends on how persistent Anora is as to whether or not he evades her. If she goes to grab him or step in his way he would initially stop. I'll cut the post off at that first quote you grabbed.

Aww! Well, thank you. ^.^ I'm glad you think so. Thanks for not getting upset about me saying all that! xD And for the change as well as info. I understand how difficult being a GM can be, especially when you're used to writing by yourself. And one can't learn if no one points out possible errors! With that, don't be shy about pointing anything out with me. :-)

It's totally fine! I'd have no reason to be upset over someone helping to be a better RPer lol. I'm always incredibly grateful for how understanding you are. I'll definitely be working to leave more up to Anora.
I'll be sure to if I see any major errors on your part.

If Anora does get in the car, Darsby will have some interesting magic for her to experience.

I'm grateful for your patience with me and responses. xD

If she cooperates with me (because sometimes, characters gonna do what characters gonna do, right?), she will be getting in the car my next post (hope to get to it soon. Been either super tired or working on a couple other minor projects the last few days). Morals or no morals, there's no way she'd let her only connection to magic just walk away without her. Would Darsby's powers also have started the car, or should I possibly mention something about another method for starting it?

Side note: Oooh! Darsby's being tracked! The plot thickens. >:-)

I definitely understand that life happens, no worries lol.

Darsby's powers started the car so Anora shouldn't have to worry there. I'll have a hider on here for what happens if she gets in. I hope its okay for me to write all of that out? I know her perspective on the matter will be set aside from what I've described. I just wanted to give you a picture of what would happen the moment she gets in the car.



Side note: He totally is being tracked ;P