The year is 1888.
Near the turn of the century, massive advances in steam technology opened the door for a revolution that swept across the whole world. Originating in the British Isles, these advances brought forth new methods of transportation, of medical care, of industrialization. It even brought forth the creation of 'automatic dolls', self-powered machines that were capable of performing basic tasks without human interference.
Only a few years later, the discovery of Seradite, named for geologist Engel Sera, would propel these technologies to greater heights. A mineral capable of storing and conducting energy in unique and unprecedented ways, Seradite in conjunction with steam technology pushed the world's advancement to even greater heights.
This is particularly true in the case of Automatic Dolls.
Having originated as vaguely human-shaped constructions, the introduction of Seradite allowed Automatic Dolls to become more and more advanced. Soon, the most expensive Automatic Dolls became artisan works, delicate construction allowing them to mimic human beings extremely closely in appearance. Needless to say, only the richest families could afford the services of Automatic Dolls of such quality. But Seradite also allowed for the mass production of more basic dolls.
And, in England, one of the foremost companies responsible for the development of Automatic Dolls is none other then the Danford Mechanarium. Owned by the Danford family, not only do they work heavily in Seradite mining and fund the crafting of high-cost Automatic Dolls, but they also develop many more basic robotics as well as numerous steampowered technologies. Needless to say, anyone who knows anything about technology is well aware of the contributions of the Danford Mechanrium.
And, perhaps, that is the reason for the current situation.
Elizabeth Danford, the young daughter of Archibald Danford, has been the target of threats against her life and wellbeing. At first it seemed there were little teeth behind these threats, but then a small explosive was discovered in mail addressed to her.
At first, the proposed solution was simply to lock Elizabeth away until those responsible could be captured. But the stubborness of the Danford family is legendary, and Elizabeth is no exception.
Having previously intended on taking a train ride across country to meet with another family with close ties to the Danfords, Elizabeth made a bold declaration.
That she would be responsible for the capture of the people threatening her life.
Exactly how she managed to persuade her father to go along with her plan is a mystery. But, somehow, she did just that, and is scheduled to board the train and make her journey as if nothing happened.
But doing so alone would be suicidal.
The finest Automatic Dolls money can buy, and the most suitable bodyguards that would accept the job.
These are the people who will be accompanying Elizabeth Danford at every moment.
And these people are you.
Near the turn of the century, massive advances in steam technology opened the door for a revolution that swept across the whole world. Originating in the British Isles, these advances brought forth new methods of transportation, of medical care, of industrialization. It even brought forth the creation of 'automatic dolls', self-powered machines that were capable of performing basic tasks without human interference.
Only a few years later, the discovery of Seradite, named for geologist Engel Sera, would propel these technologies to greater heights. A mineral capable of storing and conducting energy in unique and unprecedented ways, Seradite in conjunction with steam technology pushed the world's advancement to even greater heights.
This is particularly true in the case of Automatic Dolls.
Having originated as vaguely human-shaped constructions, the introduction of Seradite allowed Automatic Dolls to become more and more advanced. Soon, the most expensive Automatic Dolls became artisan works, delicate construction allowing them to mimic human beings extremely closely in appearance. Needless to say, only the richest families could afford the services of Automatic Dolls of such quality. But Seradite also allowed for the mass production of more basic dolls.
And, in England, one of the foremost companies responsible for the development of Automatic Dolls is none other then the Danford Mechanarium. Owned by the Danford family, not only do they work heavily in Seradite mining and fund the crafting of high-cost Automatic Dolls, but they also develop many more basic robotics as well as numerous steampowered technologies. Needless to say, anyone who knows anything about technology is well aware of the contributions of the Danford Mechanrium.
And, perhaps, that is the reason for the current situation.
Elizabeth Danford, the young daughter of Archibald Danford, has been the target of threats against her life and wellbeing. At first it seemed there were little teeth behind these threats, but then a small explosive was discovered in mail addressed to her.
At first, the proposed solution was simply to lock Elizabeth away until those responsible could be captured. But the stubborness of the Danford family is legendary, and Elizabeth is no exception.
Having previously intended on taking a train ride across country to meet with another family with close ties to the Danfords, Elizabeth made a bold declaration.
That she would be responsible for the capture of the people threatening her life.
Exactly how she managed to persuade her father to go along with her plan is a mystery. But, somehow, she did just that, and is scheduled to board the train and make her journey as if nothing happened.
But doing so alone would be suicidal.
The finest Automatic Dolls money can buy, and the most suitable bodyguards that would accept the job.
These are the people who will be accompanying Elizabeth Danford at every moment.
And these people are you.
- Seradite: a remarkable mineral discovered by geologist Engel Sera. Capable of storing and transferring enormous amounts of energy, such as that generated by steam technology, Seradite has become vital to the modern world, a component in many forms of mass transportation and production. Chief among its uses is in the 'heart' of Automatic Dolls, allowing them such a high degree of autonomy with minimal space required. Nearly all modern Automatic Dolls have a Seradite core.
- Automatic Doll: Robots with clockwork and Seradite inner workings. Automatic Dolls specifically are humanlike, with the most advanced Automatic Dolls being nearly indistinguishable from humans provided their joints are covered. Such expensive automatic dolls are artisan works, representing hundreds of hours of intensive crafstmanship. Of particular note is the life-like eyes, often composed of etched metals and delicate lenses. These advanced Automatic Dolls are highly resistant to small arms fire over much of their body, though the face and parts of the mid-torso are more vulnerable. They are also far stronger then human beings of a similar size and shape. While most Automatic Dolls are possessed of limited intelligence, the artisan works that are these expensive and unique dolls are capable of a high degree of independent intelligent thought, and possess a full range of emotions. In most respects physically identical to humans externally, some question if it is right for these dolls to be treated as purchasable products. The primary methods to disable an Automatic Doll are to destroy the head, which will disable them and effectively cause them to "black out" until it is repaired, or to destroy the Seradite Core, which will permanently end their operations.
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- Character Type: Human or Automatic Doll. Note that only the most human-like Automatic Dolls will be accepted, as only they possess human-like intelligence.
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