[OOC] 𝕲𝖗𝖎𝖒 𝕽𝖊𝖆𝖕𝖊𝖗'𝖘 𝕲𝖆𝖒𝖇𝖎𝖙

[Shoryu Magami]

@Snagglepuss89

Cheers for that. I'll keep it in mind, since I actually was expecting the top right one to be the most likely picture. The one @Pudding recommended was pretty good too, but I think having a more neutral lighting for the portraits will allow them to adapt to the variety of different images that I'll need to work with. @Ailyn Evensen's portrait is probably the most difficult to work with due to there being no non-cropped version of the image, but I've got ideas.

[Ailyn Evensen]

I also like the top right one. Something about the shading and shadowing looks really cool. :)

[Shoryu Magami]

@Ailyn Evensen

Good to know.

@Pudding

With tsukune's post (collaborated with me) up now, it's your call how we go about Karlita's next response. You can either write it up on your own, and then my next Leonard post will basically encounter you and see some of what you're doing (whether or not my post is collaborated with you two is also up to you guys), or we can basically collaborate Karlita's introduction into my next Leonard post or post their arrival into her post by collaborating on your post (one again up to tsukune and you if we collaborate at all).

[Shadow007]

@Shoryu Magami

Okay, no problem. Sorry, work has been kicking my ass again, but I plan to post right now.

[Shoryu Magami]

@Shadow007

No problem at all -- I understand.

On another note, I've responded again. I'm thinking that we could do your next reply as a collab to make the conversation between these two flow better, but only if he actually decides to take her up on the offer instead of leave. That's entirely up to you, but contact me over Skype or something if you'd like to go with that idea. Otherwise we'll just keep the back and forth going normally.

[Shoryu Magami]

@Aewin@Pudding@Melo@Ailyn Evensen@Snagglepuss89@tsukune@Shadow007@Eidolen@MayLien@Heap241

Status update:

• Old Man's CS has been updated considerably to include a more complete 'Public CS' in the 'NPCs' section, and the name was changed to Dietfried Morgenstern now that the character has somewhat introduced themselves as a proper NPC. His name in the opening post of the OOC was also updated appropriately.

[Heap241]

I know my post is short but, I wanted to make a sort of 'filler' post so Tatiana doesn't become irreverent =]

[Shoryu Magami]

@Heap241

Looks good to me, and it's nice to have additions like that to make things more alive. I've been unable to click on those links due to the condition of my PC right now, but once this bit of organization work is done I'll probably read it again while actually opening the links.

[Shoryu Magami]

@Aewin@Pudding@Melo@Ailyn Evensen@Snagglepuss89@tsukune@Shadow007@Eidolen@MayLien@Heap241

Status update:

• As was previously mentioned in the Discord channel, there's a good possibility that once we get our final player characters registered I'll be registering another additional player character myself or two just to make the roster feel a bit more 'complete', but it all sort of depends on how many people we get in during this final stretch before the next phase starts.

• This was also mentioned on the Discord channel, but I'm just giving anyone who missed it a heads up. As soon as we get one more applicant (there's at least two more incoming to the best of my knowledge, with another two possible ones that are sort of up in the air), I'll be making an announcement on RPGuild's status bar that there'll be one week until the role-play changes from 'Apply' to 'Full'.

• Due to the fact that the next phase is approaching us soon, I'd like everyone to give me a rough estimate of what time (IC) their characters will ideally arrive at the escort point, so we can basically formulate a posting order that makes sense in context. Those not taking the escort should also make a point about this, since they'll be required to post at the estate before the escort players arrive (assuming they get there first, otherwise they would post after them). Everyone replying to this will make the incoming phase flow together a lot smoother.

[Snagglepuss89]

@Shoryu MagamiDepends on the old man interaction really. I'm fine with Conrad either arriving first or last, whatever works better for you. He won't be taking the escort no matter what happens in the current interaction.

[Heap241]

@Shoryu Magami I was going to have Tatiana take a cab there after she ate lunch so she can be the first one there if you want.

[Aewin]

@Shoryu Magami Now that I've recovered a little, I'll try finishing my Lucia post. Sorry about that delay!

[Shoryu Magami]

@Snagglepuss89

I'm imagining whether he arrives before Tatiana or not probably depends on how quickly he feels comfortable heading over there after the interaction, yeah. I don't suspect the conversation with the old man to last very long, so if he decides not to waste time making his way over then he'll arrive before anyone else.

@Heap241

As I've mentioned, his property is somewhat large, while a cab would likely only be able to drive up to the entrance. With that in mind, there's no problem with that, so once the IC clock gets closer to that time then you can set up a post for it. You could, in theory, do it whenever you want since you're not interacting with other players, but once you arrive at the estate your posting will need to be more chronological due to likely NPC reactions.

@Aewin

Sounds good. Cheers, and no need to apologize since you weren't feeling great.

[Heap241]

@Shoryu Magami Don't worry, I'm still waiting for time to catch up before posting again.

[Shadow007]

@Shoryu Magami

Is our collab still going on? Sorry, I'm still recovering from being sick and what not.

[Shoryu Magami]

@Shadow007

It's still going on. I can work on it with you whenever, since I have thoughts about what you sent.

I'd say send the pad to me over the Discord channel or through a PM.

No worries about being sick. I understand.

[Ailyn Evensen]

@Shoryu Magami, everything sounds good. I planned on Charlotte showing up there about 10-15 minutes before the set time.

[Shadow007]

@Shoryu Magami

Got it, will do it now.

[banjoanjo]

Here's a grumpy boyo.

James Xiao

Name:
James Xiao
Also Known As:
Family call him Jam, a cheeky bastardisation of his English given name due to his parents’ strong Chinese accents.
In his prime the media dubbed him ‘Boomer’, a nickname he absolutely despises.
Birthdate:
March 26, 1981
Place of Origin:
Shanghai, China
Ethnicity:
Chinese. Australian nationality.
Gender:
Male
Height:
186.4 cm / 6'1.4"
Weight:
75.2 kg / 165.8 lbs
Laterality:
Ambidextrous. Plays with his left but eats with his right.
Occupation:
Retired professional tennis player
Marital Status:
"...It's complicated." (Single. He's very single.)

Appearance:
Upon first glance, James seems to have an air of regal and stoic confidence about him. A piercing glare, manly jaw and tall stance has the former athlete exuding power to those around him. His resting expression is a rather unimpressed look he tries not to direct at anyone, lest they think he's about to berate them or something along those lines. His hair is dark and thick, styled into a short cut that looks equal parts expensive and casual. His eyes are a dark brown, like most Asians (and unlike his faceclaim picture), and look rather sharp. James possesses a mildly tanned complexion and strong build, though he has been getting slightly flabby on his stomach. However, underneath all the aesthetic qualities his fitness has granted him, James is actually a pretty plain guy.
His casual attire consists of a dress or polo shirt, jeans and dark dress shoes.

Synopsis:
Winner of seven Grand Slam tournaments in his career, the former world No. 1's reputation has deteriorated over past few years. His prime was reached about ten years prior to Bonaparte's invitation. After becoming one of the few athletes in the world to achieve a Career Golden Slam, the fans and media began noticing aggravation and recklessness in his behaviour. Countless controversies both on and off the court dragged his image through the mud. A sudden back injury finally put his floundering career out of his misery almost three years ago and since then, the Boomer has been wallowing spending his days maxin' relaxin' by the sunny shores of Monaco. James now languishes in his wealth, coming off to others as a stern, antisocial and bitter man.

Notes:

• Fluent in English and Mandarin. His high school level French is barely passable but he can hold a conversation if he concentrates.
• Blood type is A-.
• Voice can become extremely loud when agitated, hence his nickname 'Boomer'.

Theme Music:
Solid as a Stone

[Shoryu Magami]

@banjoanjo

Welcome to the role-play, and good to have you with us. The character's been accepted now both on a public and private front, so go ahead and post the 'Public CS' into the character tab in the same hider method that everyone else used. Another interesting addition that'll bring more options to the madness that's soon coming in this story.

I'll be posting up another update shortly for everyone, and making an announcement through RPGuild's status bar.