Tales of Arcadia - Fantasy, Magic, Monsters, Adventure

[Gobby]

Tales of Arcadia

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Pardon my sudden intrusion, but I have some information that you may find quite relevant. This world before you, is called Arcadia. Or at least, that was the name it had in the past.

Many centuries ago, this world was a unified realm with one king, populous and prosperous. They say that it was once filled with magic, and that there no were beasts or fiends lurking around waiting to devour you. Such days have long passed and are just mere stories now, fables of a golden period that we tell to our children.

Not many are sure on why the old world fell. Some involved a calamity; a large meteor, a destructive earthquake, or a great firestorm that enveloped the land. In others the king had gone mad, rebellions ensued and the unified world became split into seven regions. A few tales involved a wicked witch who cast a curse upon the land.

The time of the unified realm is now nothing but fragments of recorded history and the only proof we have of the time when the world still had magic are the relics from the past. Mysterious ancient artifacts from the golden age forged under orders of the one King, now scattered all around the wide world. Legends say that when all one hundred relics are brought together that magic would return to the world and the successor to the king would reveal himself. Sadly, that day has yet to come.

Although this may sound absurd, destiny has somehow lead you here. Plucked out from your own reality, you will be blessed with a relic of your own and be plunged into the world of Arcadia.

Character Sheet

[Image]
_{No realistic images.
Use anime face claims.}

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Name: Given name, then any other handle.

Gender: Choose one or something in between.

Age: Anything goes, I think. Just nothing extreme.

Personality: Tell us about yourself. A paragraph would be excellent.

Background: Tell us about yourself, again. Where you came from and what your life was like prior to being brought to Arcadia; I'll leave the means on how you were transported up to you and your creativity.

Skills: What are you talents? Whether practical or not, I would like to know. Some may be skilled fighters, extremely knowledgeable, or maybe a master in the art of gardening. Don't worry, I won't judge.

Relic: You may create one. Relics come in many forms and possess some sort of basic ability. Once decided, we can discuss on the details of it.

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The Seven Regions of Arcadia

The World

_{Forest of the Faries}

A wide and expansive forest that is as beautiful as it is mysterious. Here, the people rely heavily on their natural surroundings for every facet of life, foraging for fruits for most their meals and even building their households in the trees. At the very center of the forest is Yggdrasil, the tree of life whose magical energies fuels the forest and its people.

_{Castle Windwell}

Located at the Southeast corner of the World, Castle Windwell is large enough to be closer to a large walled-in city than an actual castle. One of the most densely populated of the seven regions, you’ll find Castle Windwell populated by all manner of denizens – some friendlier than others.

_{The Dunes}

The Great Desert of the East is home to a whole lot of queer folk. Most of the people from this region either find some secluded area of the desert to hermit themselves away in or are nomads traveling together in small caravans finding shelter where they can. Don’t let the dry heat fool you though, as the Dunes are actually bustling with life and trade especially near the green crystal geysers whose energies provide the land.

_{Glacier Isles}

Few choose to settle in the harsh icy tundra of the north. The cold frostlands are home to a wide number of dangerous beasts and the lands themselves are difficult to travel on. Yet even here you’ll find those who earn a fulfilling lifestyle sledding among the beautiful hills of snow and hunting what they can to survive.

_{Valley of Flowers}

The Valley of Flowers in the western region of the world is as serene as it is beautiful. While the population here is small, composed of mostly farmers living in small grass huts built by their own hand, they’ll probably be the nicest people you’ll ever meet. It’s dangerous to stay here for long though – because you’ll grow fat and lazy from their overwhelming hospitality!

_{Whispering Woods}

They say that once upon a time, the center of the world at the time when magic was abundant was also the center of the one kingdom. It’s hard to believe that now though as ancient magics enshroud the woods in constant darkness. They say all sorts of wicked nasty creatures make their home here preying off what few travelers dare venture into here to be seen nevermore.

_{Mt. Grandeur}

At the corner of the world are the great mountains. The people here live within its rocky caves fueled by the surprising amount of life and plenty granted by the waterfall that runs from the mountain’s peak.

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[gathering gloom]

Very interested!

[Hammerman]

I'm interested. Probably will run a gender bender character

[Gobby]

@Hammerman@gathering gloom

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Pardon my sudden intrusion, but I have some information that you may find quite relevant. This world before you, is called Arcadia. Or at least, that was the name it had in the past.

Many centuries ago, this world was a unified realm with one king, populous and prosperous. They say that it was once filled with magic, and that there no were beasts or fiends lurking around waiting to devour you. Such days have long passed and are just mere stories now, fables of a golden period that we tell to our children.

Not many are sure on why the old world fell. Some involved a calamity; a large meteor, a destructive earthquake, or a great firestorm that enveloped the land. In others the king had gone mad, rebellions ensued and the unified world became split into seven regions. A few tales involved a wicked witch who cast a curse upon the land.

The time of the unified realm is now nothing but fragments of recorded history and the only proof we have of the time when the world still had magic are the relics from the past. Mysterious ancient artifacts from the golden age forged under orders of the one King, now scattered all around the wide world. Legends say that when all one hundred relics are brought together that magic would return to the world and the successor to the king would reveal himself. Sadly, that day has yet to come.

Although this may sound absurd, destiny has somehow lead you here. Plucked out from your own reality, you will be blessed with a relic of your own and be plunged into the world of Arcadia.

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[Gobby]

Also included character sheet in the OP.

[Fourze]

Looks interesting, I'm in. Just two questions, How did we enter arcadia? Did we wake up there, entered some magic portal on our way to school/work, depends on the individual? And will we pick a relic from a list or we will create one in our Cs?

[Gobby]

@Fourze You can come up with how you ended up in Arcadia. I enjoy the type of creativity that's put into minor things like those. For the relic, you can make one. If ever I notice anything that doesn't fit the setting, I'll just mention it.

[Bushman501]

This looks interesting. Why not, I'll give it a go.

[Gobby]

Included the 7 regions of Arcadia.

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The Seven Regions of Arcadia

The World

_{Forest of the Faries}

A wide and expansive forest that is as beautiful as it is mysterious. Here, the people rely heavily on their natural surroundings for every facet of life, foraging for fruits for most their meals and even building their households in the trees. At the very center of the forest is Yggdrasil, the tree of life whose magical energies fuels the forest and its people.

_{Castle Windwell}

Located at the Southeast corner of the World, Castle Windwell is large enough to be closer to a large walled-in city than an actual castle. One of the most densely populated of the seven regions, you’ll find Castle Windwell populated by all manner of denizens – some friendlier than others.

_{The Dunes}

The Great Desert of the East is home to a whole lot of queer folk. Most of the people from this region either find some secluded area of the desert to hermit themselves away in or are nomads traveling together in small caravans finding shelter where they can. Don’t let the dry heat fool you though, as the Dunes are actually bustling with life and trade especially near the green crystal geysers whose energies provide the land.

_{Glacier Isles}

Few choose to settle in the harsh icy tundra of the north. The cold frostlands are home to a wide number of dangerous beasts and the lands themselves are difficult to travel on. Yet even here you’ll find those who earn a fulfilling lifestyle sledding among the beautiful hills of snow and hunting what they can to survive.

_{Valley of Flowers}

The Valley of Flowers in the western region of the world is as serene as it is beautiful. While the population here is small, composed of mostly farmers living in small grass huts built by their own hand, they’ll probably be the nicest people you’ll ever meet. It’s dangerous to stay here for long though – because you’ll grow fat and lazy from their overwhelming hospitality!

_{Whispering Woods}

They say that once upon a time, the center of the world at the time when magic was abundant was also the center of the one kingdom. It’s hard to believe that now though as ancient magics enshroud the woods in constant darkness. They say all sorts of wicked nasty creatures make their home here preying off what few travelers dare venture into here to be seen nevermore.

_{Mt. Grandeur}

At the corner of the world are the great mountains. The people here live within its rocky caves fueled by the surprising amount of life and plenty granted by the waterfall that runs from the mountain’s peak.

[Hawlin]

Definitely interesting.
:o

What is the race situation, or are we all humans?

[Gobby]

@Hawlin For now, everyone will be human. Just to set the mood of being an otherworldly being to the locals of Arcadia. However, during the RP, options to change one's appearance will be available to those who wish to do so. :3

[Hawlin]

@Gobby
Awh, so no half-giants from the frozen north?
:b
Fair enough.

[Gobby]

@Hawlin Sadly, none. :c

But you could get a relic that makes you larger? Maybe the giants would respect you after that?

[Hammerman]

@Gobby
Aaw, I want to be an elf.

Well, I'm thinking my relic would be one that grants shapeshifting abilities but I'm not sure how useful that would be.

[Gobby]

@Hammerman Maybe in the future?

That's doable, the only question is how powerful the shape shifting would be. Relics will gradually strengthen over time, so a progression in the ability it grants also improves along with it.

[Bushman501]

A question: how are ballistics in this world? Bow and arrow/crossbow or are there firearms, early or otherwise?

[Gobby]

@Bushman501 For now, nothing too intricate. Think crude long ranged weaponry along with bows and crossbows.

[Rune_Alchemist]

@Gobby

Hmm~

This looks fun.

I'll see if I can think up a relic...so many RPs with the potential to be good popping up all over the place >_>

I really should learn the meaning of the word 'Self Control' xD

EDIT:
Hrm, I'm thinking some sort of Relic that gives one the ability to control/communicate with Undead, or possibly some sort of gloves that allow one to create ghost servants of various levels...

Would possibly become a lich or a wight later, depending maybe.

Ah, decisions decisions...

[Experiment 249]

Interested 100%

[Tenma Tendo]

Interested :)