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THE SHADOW OVER OLD CALEDON

an Eldritch Victorian Fantasy Tale of Suspense






Welcome to the game!

In The Shadow over Old Caldeon, you will play as a gathering of individuals investigating a series of strange occurences in the city of Caledon. Your characters will begin their journeys separate from each other, but will have to team up as the plot thickens. You will have a lot of freedom when creating your character, albeit within the framework of the theme and setting.
My Role

I will take on the role of a traditional DM, giving you feedback on your characters actions and playing the part of the more important NPCs. I will not control every aspect of the game outside of your characters, though. I want you to have the freedom to write the story of your character without too much meddling. The rule goes as such: If you're using your post to get ahead in the plot and need my assistance with feedback or NPCs, you'll tag me in the post. If your post is dedicated to developing your character, or interacting with NPCs or other players in a way that isn't crucial to the plot, you don't have to tag me. I will try to be as clear and fair as possible. If you have feedback on my DMing, feel free to write them in the OOC or send me a PM.
Your Role

You will take on the role of an investigator trying to solve the mysteries of the strange occurences in Caledon. There is no Character Sheet or anything like that for this game. I want you to write me a decent profile on your character that fits with the theme and setting. I would prefer it if the majority of players chose to play as humans or human hybrids, but you are free to pick any race for your character. You may also play as a character with status, or an infamous one, if you prefer. Anything goes within the framework of the story. When playing, I want the group to be fair and creative. We should all strive towards making the story as interesting and satisfying as possible. If this sounds fun and manageable to you, you're welcome to apply with a character in the discussion below.
Thalamor

This game takes place in Thalamor, an ancient land full of mystique and magic. There are high mountains and deep forests, alongside wild rapids, calm lakes, wind-swept plains, and grand cities. Here, humans mingle with elves, dwarves, orcs, and a host of other creatures and beings. Over the past century, Thalamor's old medieval world has been thrust into an industrial revolution with humans, a previously insignificant people, at the forefront. The old order is challenged by winds of change which, depending on who you ask, promise a bright future or threaten with darkness and ruin.






Caledon

At the mouth of the Kaper River, on the coast of the Twilight Sea, lies a city. Black smoke rises over the city's rooftops like man-made thunderclouds from the countless factory chimneys, plunging streets and alleys into shadow. The glow of gas lamps dispels the darkness, and under their light, thousands upon thousands of souls scurry back and forth to the rhythm of the city's pulse. People and creatures of all kinds gather here, some above ground and others below, to chase dreams and engage in more or less shady dealings. It is a wondrous city, home to the latest scientific discoveries and the richest market in the world. It is a terrible city, a stinking gutter filled with poverty and oppression. It is Caledon, the city of tomorrow, and nowhere in the world can its equal be found.



Strange Occurences

Below are a few notesworthy news that could serve as a start to your characters investigation. You may choose among them at your own discretion.






Looking forward to playing with you!
Questions, feedback and applications below, if you please!
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Hmm.

Contemplating a human mage detective. Something akin to Dresden Files, if you will (I have not actually read any of the books). Descendant of a wealthy and distinguished line of mages that has since entered decline upon the onset of the industrial revolution. Relatively wealthy, but has to continue doing detective work to earn her keep.

As for hooks...she was hired as an outside source to investigate the dockside factory maybe?
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I have an idea for a character, but do you have anything regarding character sheets in the works?
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@Nanolyte Sounds like a cool concept! I'm looking forward to reading the character when it's done.

@CollectorOfMyst No CS for this game. You can make one yourself if you like, or simply write me a nice character profile!
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Hmm. Due to other commitments I have at the moment, I don't think I'll be joining this RP. Best of luck with it though.
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@Havoccultist No problem, have a good one!
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Tempted to join, and I got an idea for a char. A half-elf who comes from a wealthy family that secretly uses magic and has a library of magical books after a theft breaks into their estate and steals a valuable book. Almost kills his sister in the process who goes into a coma. He is on a mission to track the thief down and now finds himself in Thalamor and supports himself by being partly by being a detective and investigating stuff hoping to find a lead to the thief.
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@Theyra Could work! Just remember to make the character fit the theme and setting when you write it.
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:thinnking: I will think of a character in the coming days. I already have a few ideas swirling in my head, but I'd like to thoroughly read the history and take a look at the incidents first.
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Im Thinking of a Beat Cop character who wants to become a detective. Helping to solve one of these cases just might get them a promotion.
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@Bacon is fluffy@Fuzzybootz Cool all around! Let me know if I can help you with anything.
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@Golem do you want us to post characters here or in the character section?
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@Fuzzybootz You can post your applications here!
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@Nanolyte@CollectorOfMyst@Theyra@Bacon is fluffy@Fuzzybootz

Been a few days. How's it going for you?
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Still working on my character
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Olivia Jones is a 30-year-old beat cop who takes her job seriously and is determined to prove she has what it takes to become a capable detective. She is a natural problem solver, and having lived her entire life in Caledon, she has gained a reputation on the streets for her reliability and attention to detail during her six years on the force. Olivia can be empathetic and compassionate towards victims and strives to make a positive impact in the community. However, Olivia has trouble seeing the world as anything other than Black and White.
What sets Olivia apart from other cops is her sensitivity to magic. Since childhood, she has been able to feel and see magic, though she cannot use it herself. This sensitivity has developed her intuition and made her more observant than the average cop. While Olivia has learned to keep her sensitivity to magic to herself, she believes that it is an asset to the police force and eagerly puts it to good use.
Olivia's motivation to become a detective is fueled by her ambition to use her sensitivity to magic to help solve crimes. She believes that her unique ability can be used to solve cases that others might Dismiss. However, Olivia's sensitivity to magic is also a challenge. She must be careful not to let it cloud her judgment or lead her down the wrong path. She must also learn to work with others who might judge her.
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I am still thinking about my character.
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Actually, I will be backing out of the rp. Good luck with it.
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@Fuzzybootz FYI, Fuzzy, I can't see that picture 😅
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Yeah I'm not sure why it's not showing up.
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