[OOC] Resistance Radio [Sci-Fi]

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

Resistance Radio

Fighting for a Better Tomorrow

What is Resistance Radio?

Resistance Radio is a simple concept. You're given a pirate radio station in an oppressive galactic empire that regularly commits genocide and crushes freedoms. You're given news reports, and you, as a radio team, must decide what to air and what to not. You must decide your radio schedule, when you air, and what you say and leave unsaid. You are not a soldier, not a commander, you are a news jockey and provider of hope. The rebellion you support will see many hardships you will be unable to control, but there is one thing you're good at; giving the common man resolve to fight.

Not only that, but you could be the force that unifies the rebel cells, the force that shapes the government to come. All by being in the right place at the right time with a radio signal and a dream.

Rules

• Standard rules apply.

How do the RP mechanics work?

Basically, I give you a set of news stories on the happenings of the galaxy, whether political, military, or economic. It's your job to spin these stories to the resistance at large, giving -- or breaking, their resolve to fight. I will track the results of your news and future stories given to you will reflect what you told the resistance. You are a major force in the resistance, for news, for intelligence, and most importantly, for hope.

Character Sheet

Place this sheet in the OOC section, and move it to the characters section when approved.

[center][h1]Name[/h1]
[img]Your Appearance[/img]
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[b]Speciality[/b]
Your specialty here

[b]Origin[/b]
Your backstory here.

[b]Species[/b]
If human, just put human. Else, this is a classic sci-fi galaxy, give us general info about your species.

It's purposely a fairly short character sheet. Your background isn't as important as what you do on the radio.

Woah, hold up! What is this galactic government?

Consider the traditional components of the Galactic Empire from Star Wars. Remove the force, and you've got the empire you face. Mix this with the ruthlessness of the Universal Union from Half Life 2, and you have the resolve of the empire you face. Sector Admirals destroy planets for the kick of it. Entire populations are enslaved. Concentration camps are old news. In this climate comes your rebellion, the rebellion your radio encourages.

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

Anybody?

[Dauthis]

I don't know the first thing about reporting the news or public speaking, but your concept is awesome!!!

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

@Dauthis ty! Feel free to make a character sheet, you're not required to know anything about making a radio station.

[Zahir]

@WrongEndoftheRainbow Your concept seems pretty intriguing. Here's my character.

Carter Patriot

Carter Patriot

Speciality
Speaking for the radio/control panel for the radio broadcast

Origin
Carter is a earthling. An ex-military for the Galactic Empire for 25 years before he realised how corrupted the government really is. He then joined the Resistance Radio at age 43 he has been in the Resistance Radio for at least 3 1/2 years.

Species
Human

[Polymorpheus]

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[Wade Wilson]

Reporting for duty. I'll have a sheet up soon.

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

@Zahir @catchamber both accepted!

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

The IC is open! Of course, we're still accepting new characters, but for now, the accepted characters can greet each other, prepare their first radio show, etc.

EDIT: As a general rule, please have at least 2 paragraphs a post.

[GarlandChaos]

This seems really cool. Might make a character (Or even a duo of characters if the rules allow it) at some point. :3

[Zahir]

I did an IC. Hope it's a good enough introduction/starter. . . ~question mark~ I noticed the IC been up for a couple hours and no one posted so, I thought I could be the . . .brave one... and try to post an IC to get everyone started.

[GarlandChaos]

And here's my character. Probably a bit over the top, but I'm pretty sure she'd still fit in rather comfortably:

It's Pronounced 'Pay-ette'

Phaeoet

Speciality
Phaeoet specializes in entertainment. More specifically, telling stories in a satirical manner. Expect plenty of riffing and exaggeration from this freebird.

Origin
Phaeoet was originally a criminal from Sector Z-388, known for thievery, manslaughter, and piracy, among other things. However, she never stayed imprisoned for very long. Her time spent in Sector ACT Penitentiary was especially short, lasting only 36 cycles, or 6 Earth hours. This is largely due to the pirated arm cannon on her left arm, which is very complex and nearly impossible to hack. Her violent tendencies and rather twisted personality are largely due to childhood abuse, since her father was equally insane and often punished her for being more like her mother than her father. However, if the man had seen her daughter today, he would likely take back what he said and beg for mercy.

It's...complicated how Phaeoet managed to become part of Resistance Radio. Basically, she saw an advertisement for it some time ago while cruising around some sector or another, on the look out for any cargo ships with valuables on board. At first, she was conflicted as to whether she should get the treasures and bolt out of there, or take a short break from the criminal life, which had recently started to bore her. So Phaeoet sent an application explaining her "epic sense of humor" and, out of sheer dumb luck, managed to get inducted. It's honestly a miracle that she hadn't killed anyone on the team yet.

Species
Phaeoet is half-human, half-Corvale, which is a race of bird-like humanoids. Most of her body is human, although she does have some Corvale traits, most notably the wings and second, smaller heart.

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

And here's my character. Probably a bit over the top, but I'm pretty sure she'd still fit in rather comfortably:

It's Pronounced 'Pay-ette'

Phaeoet

Speciality
Phaeoet specializes in entertainment. More specifically, telling stories in a satirical manner. Expect plenty of riffing and exaggeration from this freebird.

Origin
Phaeoet was originally a criminal from Sector Z-388, known for thievery, manslaughter, and piracy, among other things. However, she never stayed imprisoned for very long. Her time spent in Sector ACT Penitentiary was especially short, lasting only 36 cycles, or 6 Earth hours. This is largely due to the pirated arm cannon on her left arm, which is very complex and nearly impossible to hack. Her violent tendencies and rather twisted personality are largely due to childhood abuse, since her father was equally insane and often punished her for being more like her mother than her father. However, if the man had seen her daughter today, he would likely take back what he said and beg for mercy.

It's...complicated how Phaeoet managed to become part of Resistance Radio. Basically, she saw an advertisement for it some time ago while cruising around some sector or another, on the look out for any cargo ships with valuables on board. At first, she was conflicted as to whether she should get the treasures and bolt out of there, or take a short break from the criminal life, which had recently started to bore her. So Phaeoet sent an application explaining her "epic sense of humor" and, out of sheer dumb luck, managed to get inducted. It's honestly a miracle that she hadn't killed anyone on the team yet.

Species
Phaeoet is half-human, half-Corvale, which is a race of bird-like humanoids. Most of her body is human, although she does have some Corvale traits, most notably the wings and second, smaller heart.

@GarlandDaHero

I'm afraid I'm going to have to deny this for now. My main points of contention are the arm cannon, abuse backstory, advertisement for the radio (if there was an advertisement the Empire would clamp down on it), and overall crazy demeanor that would likely not see them placed on an important position such as the main radio.

[GarlandChaos]

@WrongEndoftheRainbow

Understood.

I'll still keep an eye on this, and maybe try my hand at a character again in the future.

[popecrunch]

edit: oh so that's how the neato 'click here for a bunch of whatnot' button works

alvin sims

Alvin Sims

- the first result on google for 'utter defeat man' that wasn't a meme

Speciality
Investigative journalism, mainly by way of information trading and brokerage. Schmoozing the people who know more than he does, trading them a scrap for a steak, that sort of thing.

Origin
Alvin lost his mother at a young age and was brought up by his dad, who instilled in him a love of the historical greats of journalism of Earth's distant past. Keeps a habit of ending every broadcast with an Edward Murrow quote - "Good night, and good luck." About as fantastical he gets is an occasional reread of the ancient graphic novel Transmetropolitan. Whereas loyal citizens worship the Emperor, and the pious worship their deity of choice, he worships Woodward and Bernstein. Prides himself on searching for the truth, and sharing it, no matter how inconvenient or dangerous.

Species
Human

[WrongEndoftheRainbow]

@popecrunch Accepted!

[Wade Wilson]

After carefully weighing my options and trying to get my shit together, I'm afraid I'm gonna have to drop. I really wanted to do this, but in order to try and combat some of my commitment issues (yes, I have RP commitment issues. It's pathetic.) I'm gonna have to limit the amount that I join. I'm really sorry.

[Zahir]

@popecrunch Sorry, I haven't replied or tried to interact with you. I'm waiting till @catchamber posts then the rp can start moving on.

Also, hoping more people join because @WrongEndoftheRainbow seeming to have really good news cast ideas already. I feel like he has something in store for us.

[Polymorpheus]

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[Zahir]

@Catchamber
Aw! Well, we will miss you! I guess I'll take him over for now.