Metas, Heroes, Villains and Defects (a Superhero world RP experiment)

[chukklehed]

This is going to be a test run of something I've wanted to be part of for a while. Basically, this RP is supposed to be running constantly in the background as someplace to play a character when other RPs slow down, or when you're between RPs. The way it'll run is that for the most part, there will be no real plot going on. Anyone who gets accepted is free to come in at any point and make their posts, or to stop posting for extended periods of time. That said, I do appreciate a heads up if someone decides to split in the middle of an actual story portion.

The RP will be run in one of two styles at any given time. Most of the time, it will be run freely, with everyone doing their own thing in their own little groups. During these portions, feel free to do whatever. Go to the mall, police the streets, engage in a little recreational arson (please don't actually, I'd have trouble working a serial arsonist into a Hero RP).
Other times, there will be short story arcs. Things like national crises or sponsored hero events where everyone gathers in one place for the same purpose. Anyone can run one of these arcs as long as they run it past me first. During a story portion, posts should be centered on the current plot, but people can enter the scene at any time.

As this (hopefully) gathers interest, I'll start laying out a bit of the world structure and deeper rules.

[CGinger]

I really like this idea. Count me in!

[nautilusmp]

Looking around.

[Mixtape Ghost N]

Interested.

[Rin]

Might give this a go but we'll see how things turn out.

[malmshodes]

Interested

[chukklehed]

this is gathering interest a lot faster than I expected it to...

Alright, I'm going to bed for now, but when I wake up I'll share some of the world, put together a CS, and start working on the actual thread.

[Empath]

please don't actually, I'd have trouble working a serial arsonist into a Hero RP

@chukklehed

Aww... :'(

[Mokley]

Really interesting idea! Totally subscribing. :D

[Lucidnonsense]

I think I might be interested.

[Rin]

Now the important question is whether I want to ripoff a Kamen Rider or a magical girl for this... Hmmm.

[Mixtape Ghost N]

I'm gonna make a world renown healer-type hero that advocates for pacifism.

[Lucidnonsense]

I'm gonna make a world renown healer-type hero that advocates for pacifism.

@Mr Allen J

Damn I had a similar idea, though less politically active and probably less powerful, some guy who goes around curing cancer and viruses and stuff.

[Mixtape Ghost N]

<Snipped quote by Mr Allen J>

Damn I had a similar idea, though less politically active and probably less powerful, some guy who goes around curing cancer and viruses and stuff.

@Lucidnonsense

Dude, maybe they can work together?

I have other ideas, too. Just to confirm, @chukklehed, we can make more than one character, right?

[chukklehed]

Right, well it's taking a little longer to get to sleep, so I'll leave you with a little of the world to mull over.

Metahumans are often as different from each other as they are from normal people, since the category encompasses any human or near human with extra-normal abilities. So far, there are several ways that a person can become a metahuman.

Genetic Mutation - The most common form of metahuman, Genetic mutations typically involve the resurfacing of an abandoned path of evolution dormant in the human genome. Once awakened, this mutation is highly likely to pass from parent to child, typically in a similar way. Many of the most prominent second generation heroes were the children of two vastly different genetic lines, resulting in a varied power set.

Alien Biology - Besides Humans, there are several fundamentally similar, but genetically diverse, forms of life in the universe capable of breeding with humanity. Generally, children of mixed heritage carry the features of both parents, and are more likely to awaken to abilities which are unique, even among metahumans.

Magic - For those without a genetic advantage, power can be acquired through dedicated study and practice. Living creatures constantly radiate energy as they pass through the world, and mages can collect that residual power and turn it to their own ends. Few are able to master the ether to the degree it takes to stand toe to toe with heroes, but there are always exceptions.

[chukklehed]

for now I want to keep things simple, since this is still an experiment, but if it works for a while I'll let people start making extra characters.

[twannyman]

Seems cool im in

[Lord Wraith]

So basically we're looking at a collaborative world building group, meaning the RP would take place in locations of the players' choosing/creation allowing players to essentially moderate and guide their own stories while collaborating with others.

So a similar concept over all to the Create-A-Hero RPs?

[Tip]

Interest

[Death Grips]

Interested