When revolvers ruled the West - A casual/low-advanced Western RP based on various Spaghetti Westerns etc.

[ONL]

When revolvers ruled the West

"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend;
those with loaded guns, and those who dig.
You dig."
- The man with no name

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Howdy there, you fine ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Wild West. The place where fortunes could be found and made, where every man could be king of his own little speck of land and where a new life could be made. The place where all of this could and would be torn assunder by lawless bandits, the unforgivables ruthlesness of the land and ravaging Indians looking to take your scalp (if the stories are to be believed that is). Welcome to the time and place where history is made every day, alongside the newly lain tracks of railroads and deep in the valleys of the prairie! In saloons of dubious towns and at the other side of a fragile national border. Oh yes, the Wild West is truly a magnifecent place to be, isn't it?

The time is 1880-ish (up for debate later), and the West is there to won by those who dare. Your first destination is the small town of Haylliesburg, Arizona, for whatever reasons they now might be. Need a place to rest before you venture further West? It has a small hotel, it's nice enough and the cockroaches have all been evicted. Looking to settle down? There's still plenty of land out there for the taking, if you have the guts and guns to claim it. Need a job? There's always need for someone with a strong back and low expectations. Or are you just in need of something to drown your thirst and...other needs? The saloon is open for everyone, as long as you can pay of course.

Then again, you could be there for the very large amount of money that's passing through by train in a few days. The Army sure isn't protecting that gold, so why shouldn't you give it a try? I mean, what's the worst that can happen?

Anyway Stranger, welcome to Haylliesburg. Welcome to the Wild West, enjoy your stay and don't get shot in the back.

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Hello to all of you roleplayers out there, it's been a while since I made an Interesting Check of my own. But it felt right to do it now. Anyhow, seen as I've finally watched the 'Man with no name'-trilogy and that there's a severe lack of Wild West-RPs on the Guild, I decided to give it a shot with my revover.

The goal of this roleplay and its story will at first revolve around said town and said gold; I imagine you can either be there as a goodie two-shoes, trying to keep those very mean looking men (and/or women) from stealing what rightfully belongs to the US Treasury. Or you can be a man of your own, following your own rules and not letting a few armed thugs stand in your way between that precious gold and you. But as the story goes on, I want to create a dynamic story with those who join (and sticks around) about what this band of people or two gets themselves tangled up in.

I don't think I have anything else to add, at least not as of now. As I'm writing this, it is already way too late for me who needs to get up early to study, so you sharp-eyed and quick-witted fellows out there might see something I've missed or completely messed up. Anyhow, I might add a Character Sheet to this post as well, to see what kind of character concepts you cowboys might come up with.

I hope to see YOU, saddled on your horse and ready to blow up some tracks or stop it from happening. Welcome to the Wild West, When revolvers ruled the West!

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Rules

I'm not a big advocate for long lists of rules, as I believe that common sense and curtesy should be enough. But I think I'll make an exception with this one;

• GM is God, High Judge, The Leader, your mother and the list goes on. My word is final.
• The OOC should be used for discussions on how the Rp goes, where we want it to go or any complaints that may arise. If such happens, it will proceed calmly and constructively. If in doubt, refer to rule #1.
• Don't be an asshole.
• Life can get in the way sometimes, which is understandable. But if possible, give a heads-up in the OOC or by PM if you're going to be away for more than a few days. That is something that you have time for, don't argue.
• Blood and gore will appear. Get your guns ready, you'll need them.
• PG-13 will fade to black. I will not tolerate it, especially with Mahz (Praise be onto Him) in charge.
• If you have read the rules and agree to them, add a link to a post you've made in the Extra-part of the character sheet to let me know. Preferably something In Character.
• This is the 1880's, the world will mostly react in an approriate way in regards to race, relgion, politics and guns. Always guns.
• If in doubt, refer back to rule #1.
• If you have questions, don't be afraid to PM me or ask in the OOC. I'm quite nice actually :)
• This is a casual to low-advanced roleplay, and I will demand that you write accordingly. One-liners, out. Writing in first-person, out. Not following the narrative, out. You get the point.
• Even though this is a Spagetthi Western, I won't allow every single one of you to be all "Clint Eastwood-badassery" all the time. It will certainly happen, but within reasonable limits.
• No more rules for now, but they will be added if needed.

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Character sheet

Not much to say here except what's already been said; create a character fit for the Wild West, don't create someone next to a god, keep in mind the world of the 1880's, and ask questions if anything is unclear.

Character Sheet

[h1][center][color=???]Character Name[/color][/center][/h1]

[h3]This character sheet is heavily influenced by those used by Lady Amalthea, and I claim no ownership to it. Just to make that clear. You may now proceed downward.[/h3]

[center][img]Insert character picture – No anime you silly people[/img][/center]

[h3][center]Character basics[/center][/h3]

Name:
Nicknames/alias:
Age:
Place of birth & ethnicity:
Gender:
Occupation: Either current or now.

[h3][center]Character appearance & personality[/center][/h3]

Apperance: A written description of your character. His/her build, skin tone, hair and anything specific for them; scars and such.
Clothing: What your character is wearing.
Personal style: What he/she wants to wear.
Personality:
Habits: Things that your character does; clutching their hands if nervous or anything like that.

[h3][center]Skills and items[/center][/h3]

Regular life skills: Things your good at in normal life and as your occupation
Combat skills: Which weapons you can kill people with, or at least hurt them with proficiently with. Don’t go overboard with Rambo skills now then!
Items on your person: Things that your character is carrying around at most times, including your clothes, spare money, holstered weapons and the like.
Additional stuff: Whatever you’re taking with you, but need bags and suitcases for. Extra clothing, extra guns and ammunition, pictures/painting, books and things like that.

[h3][center]History[/center][/h3]
What brings you to Haylliesburg:

Your life before coming to Haylliesburg:

[h3][center]Extra[/center][/h3]
Anything else you feel needs to be added, but doesn’t fit anywhere else.
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[Barrett]

I was actually sitting down to write an interest check for a western RP myself when I saw this, though I must admit my knowledge of history order probably less extensive.

Colour me very interested, I'll probably make a naive young goody two shoes.

[Bluetommy]

Interested.

[Mixtape Ghost N]

I've been meaning to make a female (and/or black) cowboy.

[Ghost Queen]

I'm game.

[Sigurd]

And just as I've been (re)watching Deadwood...

I'll let you know if I am up for the game later today, or tomorrow. It does seem interesting!

EDIT

Screw it, I'm game!

[ONL]

I was actually sitting down to write an interest check for a western RP myself when I saw this, though I must admit my knowledge of history order probably less extensive.

Colour me very interested, I'll probably make a naive young goody two shoes.

@Roosan

Darn it, now I have to be the GM and actually fact-check everything, and you not.
Or not :P
Anyhow, good to have you onboard. I create characters and NPC's myself, so even if you're the only good character you'll have someone to interact with.

Interested.

@bluetommy2

Splendid, any ideas for a character then?

I've been meaning to make a female (and/or black) cowboy.

@Mr Allen J

Sounds good, that'll surely not cause an uproar whatsoever :P But welcome. I'll put up a character sheet later today (hopefully) so that you can have something to work with.

I'm game.

@Ghost Queen

Hello Game, I'm ONL. Pleased to meet you. Enjoy your stay, make sure to take off that armour or else you'll die from the heat.

And just as I've been (re)watching Deadwood...

I'll let you know if I am up for the game later today, or tomorrow. It does seem interesting!

EDIT

Screw it, I'm game!

@Sigurd

That's the spirit! Good to have you onboard, Sigurd!

[NecroKnight]

Me too.

[Sigurd]

@ONLI'm gonna be playing a newcomer to the town, an ex-harpooner looking to settle down in the west. How's that sound?

[ONL]

@NecroKnightSplendid. Any thoughts on character concept then?

@SigurdHaha, I can imagine him standing in the middle of the prairie with his harpoon; "Where's all the God damn Whales? I can't shoot buffalos with this!". But that sounds good, looking forward to seeing him.

@Ghost Queen@Mr Allen J@bluetommy2@Roosan The original post has been updated with rules and the character sheet. Do as you please.

[NecroKnight]

@ONL

Renegade Sheriff. Or something similar to that.

[Bluetommy]

I'm not sure as to a character, I'll think one up.

[ONL]

@bluetommy2@NecroKnight Looking forward to them, remember to ask if you have any questions or need assistance.

[DepressedSoviet]

@ONLOh man, I'm definitely interested in this one. I'll have a sheet up for you at some point.

[DepressedSoviet]

And here's the sheet! (apologies for double-post, just couldn't wait to get this out there.)

Josiah Murphy

Josiah Murphy

Character basics

Name: Josiah Solomon Murphy
Nicknames/alias: "Sarge" for those aware of his military history, "Mick" generally for when people learn of his Irish heritage.
Age: 40(Will be adjusted once the year of the RP is decided)
Place of birth & ethnicity: Dublin, Ireland, Irish
Gender: Male
Occupation: Bounty Hunter, occasional deputy.

Character appearance & personality

Appearance: Josiah is an average-sized man, not much taller than most, and a relatively normal build. His brown hair is beginning to grey with age, and his face is wrinkling with the same. His green eyes are losing their youthful shine, dulling to a more mottled color. His muscular, but aged body bares several scars from knives and gunshot wounds, and he walks with a slight limp in his left leg.

Clothing: He wears a brown leather duster in most occasions, with a dirty bandana around his neck, an old US Army uniform shirt underneath. He wears long khaki pants tucked into black riding boots. He has a pistol holster at his belt, and a rifle sheath slung over his back.

Personal style: He generally sticks to long shirts and pants, with his usual riding boots and leather duster. In winter and cold weather he swaps the duster for a thick US Army double-breasted cavalry overcoat from the days of the Civil War.

Personality: A gruff, stern man, he hates lawbreakers and other criminals, often wanting them dead as soon as he hears of them. He's a notorious drinker, and a damn-good cards player.

Habits: When he's nervous or cautious, he'll often light up a cigar to calm his nerves. He makes a sure note to get at least one drink from the bar in every town he visits, as an odd sign of respect.

Skills and items

Regular life skills: He's strong, a good rider, great at giving orders and directing others, a good tracker, a fine cook, and a decent marksman
Combat skills: He's trained in use of cavlary sabers, revolver pistols, and repeater rifles.
Items on your person: His normal outfit, up to $10, a few cigars, a hip flask for alcohol, his Colt Dragoon revolver, and often a repeater rifle in his back sheath.
Additional stuff: A week's worth of spare clothing, his winter coat, spare ammunition for his rifle and pistol, his cavalry saber, a small framed photo of himself when he made Sergeant in the army, his horse, and a Catholic Bible.

History

What brings you to Haylliesburg: He's mainly looking for solid work as a deputy or other lawman, maybe a place to settle down. He's grown a bit tired of hopping from town to town looking for bounties, and would like a full-time job somewhere.

Your life before coming to Haylliesburg: Josiah was born in Dublin, Ireland, and lived there until he was about 4 years old. His parents had heard about the wonders of the United States, and decided to migrate there. With him, his parents, and his older brother, they lived in a small, dilapidated apartment in New York, with his father as a dockworker, and his mother schooling him and his brother to the best of her ability. When his brother grew old enough, he left their home and looked for work out west, occasionally sending back letters to tell the family how he was doing. This inspired young Josiah to want to make a life for himself out west as well, where the biggest opportunities presented themselves. However, when Josiah came of age, the American civil war had begun, and he was one of those chosen to serve. Having been one of the few inducted to serve in the US Cavalry, he took to it well for someone raised in the city. He would go on to reach the rank of Sergeant by the end of the war, and would leave the Army once the war had ended. With only his government stipend and the skills of a fighter, Josiah decided to set out west, taking up work as a roaming bounty hunter and lawman, helping towns fend off bandits, but never staying in one place for too long.

[Bluetommy]

I decided to go Canadian Métis, so half-French half-Indian.

Lauren Cartier

Lauren Cartier

^{Lauren dressed in his grandfather's clothes}

Character basics

Name: Lauren Cartier

Nicknames/alias: "Matey"

Age: 34 (Debatable, depending on the actual year)

Place of birth & ethnicity: Red River Colony, Rupert's Land, Canada. Métis.

Gender: Male

Occupation: Bounty hunter, Soldier (Formerly), Huntsman (Formerly).

Character appearance & personality

Apperance: Lauren is lanky and tall, he has an average build. He is long-haired and has short facial hair. He has light skin and almond eyes, his hair is a dark black. Lauren has a large scar on his lower back, and has a rife bullet located somewhere in his lower abdomen. He has long hair, reaching his shoulders. He has a round face and high cheekbones.

Clothing: Lauren often wears a small black jacket with cuffed sleeves over a similarly black waistcoat, a gold pocket watch chain hung over it. He has a brown gun-belt on his waist for his revolver. He wears black trousers and brown boots. He also wears a large black brimmed hat. When in Indian territories, he wears an outfit once worn by his grandfather, a Blackfoot elder. When in this outfit, the only thing that prevents him from appearing fully native is his white skin. It is comprised of a loose-fitting shirt, chaps, and moccasins.

Personal style: Lauren is often sharply dressed, wearing suits and jackets that are in fashion in Europe. When riding or performing a bounty, he trades his fashionable attire for dark brown ponchos with beige trim, or worn dusters, already stained with a plethora of substances.

Personality: Lauren is taciturn and never talks about his past, he dislikes racism towards Indians due to his descent and especially dislikes bandits. Lauren is spiritual and often quick to bond with members of the Indian community. Lauren speaks the language of his people and French, and has little ability with English. He speaks English with a heavy accent and many pauses due to his unfamiliarity with the language's many confusing rules and clauses, as such, he prefers to stay quiet, when he does speak, it is often in monosyllabic words. Lauren is exceptional at hold-em, and is often found at a saloon table when not on a bounty. Lauren has little empathy, caring only on what he is about to do next, and not caring about anyone else his actions might affect.

Habits: When angry, Lauren's already heavy Quebecois accent becomes even heavier, and he rants in both his native tongues so fast not even native speakers understand him. He also has a habit of pushing against his lower back when distressed due to his scar.

Skills and items

Regular life skills: Lauren is a good tracker, and exceptional at riding, able to guide his horse with just his knees when aiming his rifle. He can barter well when he is pushed, and he is quite charismatic, owing to his handsome face and smooth French accent.

Combat skills: Lauren is an incredible marksman, especially when armed with a repeater or other rifle. He has a good quick-draw and is alright in a brawl.

Items on your person: Lauren carries a Cookson repeater and a Colt SAA, he also carries a beaver-fur hat, a gift from his father which he does not wear for risk of damaging it. He often has enough money on his person to afford a good horse. He also carries a hatchet and a hunting knife.

Additional stuff: Lauren has four sets of European style clothing, his bounty hunting duster and poncho, and his grandfather's outfit for visits to native territories.

History

What brings you to Haylliesburg: Lauren arrived at Haylliesburg a few months ago, stopping on his way to a bounty for a meal. Remembering the location, he returned recently to have some downtime before heading back out after bounties.

Your life before coming to Haylliesburg: Lauren Cartier was born in the Red River Indian territory to a native woman and a Voyageur by the name of Laurent. Lauren was raised mostly by his mother as a child, spending his time amongst the other Métis children and sometimes joining with the other Indians when they had ceremonies. Lauren especially idolized his grandfather, an elder among the Blackfoot who still made time to go out buffalo hunting with the young men. During his childhood, his father would periodically come around to check on him and teach him of the European culture, much to his mother's chagrin. At the age of four, his grandfather was shot by a bandit, his body dragged around by his horse so much it was barely recognizable. Soon after, his village was raided and his mother was killed, along with four in five of the village's inhabitants. Lauren was raised for four months by one of the now-homeless young hunters, Tired Condor, until his father, shocked and crying, came upon the two, shooting Condor dead due to a miscommunication. Lauren had already been through so much, and his father wasn't surprised to see the youth become walled-off and hard to talk to. Lauren's father, still a young man, retired to Quebec in order to raise the child. As a young man, Lauren returned to his home in the west, gathering the remaining members of his village together and holding a solemn vigil for the passed. A few years later, the Red River Rebellion broke out. Lauren enlisted into Louis Riel's army, serving on the firing squad of Thomas Scott, though he did not fire a single shot, instead fleeing south on horseback with all his possessions and reinventing himself as "Matey", a corruption of "Métis", for his ethnicity. He began serving as a bounty hunter and patron of the many Indian villages still thriving in the west.

Extra

Anything else you feel needs to be added, but doesn’t fit anywhere else.

• Lauren has also been known as Matey Scott and Al Revoir.
• Lauren prefers to not introduce himself by name, instead going as Matey most of the time.
• Lauren is a father, though he doesn't care for his children, and with many, isn't even aware they exist.
  
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[FallenTrinity]

interested

[TheHumbleMagnificent]

Looking to potentially play as a silver-tongued Chinese-American entrepreneur. More than likely setup shop in Haylliesburg for quite some time.

[Sigurd]

I will have my character up tomorrow!

[FallenTrinity]

I will work on my character when I get home