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Roses grow best when stolen. Gardeners saying. If that was a compliment thanks :) If not, well XD
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If that was a compliment thanks :) If not, well XD
It wasn't intended one way or another, just a comment. I 'steal' ideas all the time, I just call it 'insperation'
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Ok I'll have my stuff up by the end of this weekend and hopefully the IC up by Monday. I'm also gonna get a section for the families up with little overviews for each for easy reference.
@Teknopathetic: Love it, our first Order hunter. She sounds scary, all these witches better look out. Accepted.
@Adjectives: Looks good, though you made me change my character's ability because it was too similar >.> haha no big deal. Just needs a little blurb for personality and you'll be good. Accepted.
@dreamingflowers: Looks like you've finished up, and don't sweat the Vampire Diaries thing :) Accepted.
@Teknopathetic: Love it, our first Order hunter. She sounds scary, all these witches better look out. Accepted.
@Adjectives: Looks good, though you made me change my character's ability because it was too similar >.> haha no big deal. Just needs a little blurb for personality and you'll be good. Accepted.
@dreamingflowers: Looks like you've finished up, and don't sweat the Vampire Diaries thing :) Accepted.
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She will be as terrifying as a rampaging second mum with a cache of high-caliber weaponry, I am certain.
On second thought, I agree.
On second thought, I agree.
dreamingflowers
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Great to be approved ^.^
I hate to be OCD about this but you misspelled Katerina's name. Also I shamefully forgot this, females are named Petrova were men are called Petrov.
I hate to be OCD about this but you misspelled Katerina's name. Also I shamefully forgot this, females are named Petrova were men are called Petrov.
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Character Sheet (Witch):
Name: Graham Bishop
Family: Bishop
Innate Ability:
Intangibility. Graham can move through solid objects as if they weren't there. With practice he will be able to allow objects, such as bullets, to pass through him as well. This takes more concentration and skill. He is unable to move through things like electricity and fire though.
Age: 23
Appearance:
Graham is of average height for a man of his age, around six feet even. He has a slim build with lean muscle and not much fat. His skin is fair, though he isn't overmuch prone to burning. His arms are covered with tattoos, as well as a few on his back.
Graham's light brown hair is usually styled, though he sometimes goes with a messy style if he is having a bad morning. He has a light beard that he keeps well trimmed and properly managed.
He dresses reasonably, preferring to wear casual clothes while still looking moderately stylish. V-neck tshirts and fitted jeans are very common pieces of his wardrobe.
Personality:
Graham is ambitious to say the least. Ever since he learned of his family's ancient blood, it has been his mission to bring his family back to the forefront as they once were. He is charming by nature and manipulative by design. His family's attitudes have rubbed off on him and he can have quite a mean streak. He will be cordial to those he doesn't know, but that is the extent of his friendliness. He has very few friends and even fewer people he trusts. Sometimes he doesn't even have faith in his family. He is loyal only to himself and his kin, in the long run, and will do whatever it takes to make a name for himself and his family.
He isn't all bad though, Graham is intelligent and can come to respect others even if he happens to be trying to kill them. To those he does trust, he can be loving and protective, but those people are so few and far between it isn't seen much.
Bio:
Graham is the middle child of three, with an older brother and a younger sister. They are all members of the main branch of the Bishop family line, though it is really just a title. Being of fortunate birth means next to nothing in the Bishop family. They glorify individual power over archaic political structure.
Most of Graham's adolescent life was dedicated to the family trade. His parents pushed each of their children into studying magic as much as possible. They would pit the siblings against each other in an attempt to replicate the competition they would have to face once their powers were activated. An outside eye might find this horrifying. Forcing children to study books upon books for hours on end and then making them compete against their own siblings to gain their parents' admiration. But to Graham's parents, this was the only way their children would survive in the long run. They loved their children, in their own way.
Once Graham got older, he moved away from the family. He still visits often, and continues his studies, but he could no longer bear living with them. The competition between him and his older brother sparked into something real, and now the two can barely stand being in the same room. He still has a decent relationship with his sister though.
Others: Aware of his magic blood.
Witch Family Sheet:
Family Name: Bishop
Leader: Graham's grandfather, Gerard Bishop, is the patriarch of the Bishop family. He one of the few of his generation left in the family.
Economic Standing: Middle class, very average.
Magical Standing: The Bishops were once a powerful family, but have since fallen out of the spotlight. They still have powerful magic, but they are very secluded. Several betrayals in the past inspired a certain paranoia in the members of the family, who have since taught that distrust to their children. Infighting and rivalries inside the family itself have led to some tension and have prevented the family from focusing on outside matters.
Values: The Bishops value individual power above all else. The strongest witch in the family is the leader, despite how poor of a leader they may be. Being a powerful family isn't on most of their agendas. The importance of being stronger than those around you has casued some tension between kin and has led to some infighting.
Magical Style: The Bishop family's magic is as cruel as they are. They specialize in sacrificial magic, seeing the power in blood and death. Their lesser spells require blood, usually from cutting a palm, while their stronger magic requires death. The most powerful of these spells, which few can cast, asks for a willing human sacrifice. It was once considered a great honor amongst members to volunteer for these rituals. With the younger generations slowly gaining more power in the family, the practice is dying out. They don't think sacrificing their own kin is worth it in the long run.
Family History: The Bishop family line descends from a very old British family that moved to America in the early 1600's. They settled all over New England. Several branches formed as the family spread out. One famous witch from the Bishop main line was Bridget Bishop. She was the first person executed for witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials. She is largely looked upon by the family with disgrace.
Name: Graham Bishop
Family: Bishop
Innate Ability:
Intangibility. Graham can move through solid objects as if they weren't there. With practice he will be able to allow objects, such as bullets, to pass through him as well. This takes more concentration and skill. He is unable to move through things like electricity and fire though.
Age: 23
Appearance:
Graham is of average height for a man of his age, around six feet even. He has a slim build with lean muscle and not much fat. His skin is fair, though he isn't overmuch prone to burning. His arms are covered with tattoos, as well as a few on his back.
Graham's light brown hair is usually styled, though he sometimes goes with a messy style if he is having a bad morning. He has a light beard that he keeps well trimmed and properly managed.
He dresses reasonably, preferring to wear casual clothes while still looking moderately stylish. V-neck tshirts and fitted jeans are very common pieces of his wardrobe.
Personality:
Graham is ambitious to say the least. Ever since he learned of his family's ancient blood, it has been his mission to bring his family back to the forefront as they once were. He is charming by nature and manipulative by design. His family's attitudes have rubbed off on him and he can have quite a mean streak. He will be cordial to those he doesn't know, but that is the extent of his friendliness. He has very few friends and even fewer people he trusts. Sometimes he doesn't even have faith in his family. He is loyal only to himself and his kin, in the long run, and will do whatever it takes to make a name for himself and his family.
He isn't all bad though, Graham is intelligent and can come to respect others even if he happens to be trying to kill them. To those he does trust, he can be loving and protective, but those people are so few and far between it isn't seen much.
Bio:
Graham is the middle child of three, with an older brother and a younger sister. They are all members of the main branch of the Bishop family line, though it is really just a title. Being of fortunate birth means next to nothing in the Bishop family. They glorify individual power over archaic political structure.
Most of Graham's adolescent life was dedicated to the family trade. His parents pushed each of their children into studying magic as much as possible. They would pit the siblings against each other in an attempt to replicate the competition they would have to face once their powers were activated. An outside eye might find this horrifying. Forcing children to study books upon books for hours on end and then making them compete against their own siblings to gain their parents' admiration. But to Graham's parents, this was the only way their children would survive in the long run. They loved their children, in their own way.
Once Graham got older, he moved away from the family. He still visits often, and continues his studies, but he could no longer bear living with them. The competition between him and his older brother sparked into something real, and now the two can barely stand being in the same room. He still has a decent relationship with his sister though.
Others: Aware of his magic blood.
Witch Family Sheet:
Family Name: Bishop
Leader: Graham's grandfather, Gerard Bishop, is the patriarch of the Bishop family. He one of the few of his generation left in the family.
Economic Standing: Middle class, very average.
Magical Standing: The Bishops were once a powerful family, but have since fallen out of the spotlight. They still have powerful magic, but they are very secluded. Several betrayals in the past inspired a certain paranoia in the members of the family, who have since taught that distrust to their children. Infighting and rivalries inside the family itself have led to some tension and have prevented the family from focusing on outside matters.
Values: The Bishops value individual power above all else. The strongest witch in the family is the leader, despite how poor of a leader they may be. Being a powerful family isn't on most of their agendas. The importance of being stronger than those around you has casued some tension between kin and has led to some infighting.
Magical Style: The Bishop family's magic is as cruel as they are. They specialize in sacrificial magic, seeing the power in blood and death. Their lesser spells require blood, usually from cutting a palm, while their stronger magic requires death. The most powerful of these spells, which few can cast, asks for a willing human sacrifice. It was once considered a great honor amongst members to volunteer for these rituals. With the younger generations slowly gaining more power in the family, the practice is dying out. They don't think sacrificing their own kin is worth it in the long run.
Family History: The Bishop family line descends from a very old British family that moved to America in the early 1600's. They settled all over New England. Several branches formed as the family spread out. One famous witch from the Bishop main line was Bridget Bishop. She was the first person executed for witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials. She is largely looked upon by the family with disgrace.
Character Sheet (Witch):
Witch Family Sheet:
Character Sheet (Hunter):
Name: Pazel “Paz” Razi
Family: Flamel
Innate Ability: Pazel has what is known as the “Eyes of Truth”; in each of his eyes, the symbol for “truth” are magically inscribed into Pazel's iris. Through these eyes, Pazel can see what cannot normally be seen. This can range from detecting deception to retrocognition. Pazel is, however, still a novice witch who had no prior training, thus, is limited in what he can see. Initially Pazel can only see: far into the distance; supernatural creatures/beings (such as spirits); the presence of magic; whether someone is lying or not (to what, is not always clear); and random fragmented visions of the person/object of interest's past and/or mental state that usually do not make any sense on its own. The visions can appear and disappear in a flash or linger on for a few minutes like a hallucination. It should also be noted that Pazel cannot “hear” what he sees. At least, not without some kind of magical assistance.
Age: 21
Appearance: With caramel skin, honey brown eyes speckled with what can only be described as golden dust, and gold semi-long curly hair that cannot be tamed, Pazel is the sun personified. Excluding his hair, when standing, the highest point of this human-sun is approximately 5 feet 10 inches from the ground. Pazel has the body build and flexibility of an acrobat.
Half of Pazel's wardrobe is brightly colored while the remaining half are earth colored. As the majority of his attire suggest, Pazel tends to choose loose fitting garments that are comfortable to move in over fashionable clothes. He has only three pairs of shoes: sandals, hiking boots, and parkour shoes. Pazel does not usually wear any additional accessories, but he has multiple helix and conch piercings on both of his ears.
Personality: Pazel presents himself to be a lighthearted man towards others. He is a talkative lad who charms those around him with his childlike qualities. He is much more cautious than he allows people to think. He does not blindly trust people, though he will give others the benefit of the doubt. Innocuous by nature, Panzel tries to be respectful and friendly as much as possible to others, regardless of who they are, but he is always somewhat aloof towards strangers and acquaintances.
Pazel is an adventurous challenger who is always willing to try something new at least once. He loves to have fun and joke around, but is responsible and sensible enough to never go overboard. As long as he stays interested, Pazel becomes extremely invested in the matter at hand: Pazel would learn everything there is to learn about it, train accordingly, polish his skills/work, and present results that are more than adequate. The moment he gets bored Pazel's interests quickly dissipates and his attention wonders to something else. He will complete the task if necessary, but his behavior makes it obvious that he would rather do something else. If things become too monotonous, Pazel can become sluggish. The only two hobbies that Pazel has continued to do for years are yoga and cooking.
Bio: 23 years ago Pazel's mother, Brea, ran away from home, fed up with the world of witches. After completing her medical training, she traveled the world as a doctor of MSF. During her travels Brea met Pazel's father, Arun Razi, who was a freelance journalist and photographer. They fell in love, married, and Pazel was born. The Razi family would have lived in peace, free of witchcraft, if the witches of Flamel had not constantly pestered Brea. During the last Emergence they tried to take her back home and when that failed, the Flamels hired thugs to kill her to coax Brea into killing her attackers in self-defense. When neither succeeded, they constantly spied on the Razi family and attempted to kidnap Pazel multiple times. Finally one day, Brea struck a deal with the Flamels: Pazel was to come to the Flamel estate during the next Emergence and if he failed to become a witch, the Flamels would leave the Razis alone forever, as long as they steer clear from witches and witchcraft.
As far as Pazel could remember, his mother was overly protective over him. She would always carry him around with her and never let Pazel out of her sight, despite her work place being the worst place to take or raise a baby at. The only other person she trusted with her child was Pazel's father. Some say that Brea became paranoid because of her hazardous work environment, but something told Pazel that the threat his mother felt was something much more than paranoia. Pazel could not pin point when exactly, but after some time, Brea started to mellow out. Pazel was allowed to go to places and do things which his mother would have forbidden perviously. When the subject of magic and the supernatural came up, however, she would still become extremely agitated.
Pazel's childhood and adolescence was spent in one of two places: where his parents currently resided (as long as it was not a war-zone) or California. For a majority of his childhood Pazel stayed in California, where his father's family lived at. On vacation, Pazel would go visit his parents or his parents would come visit him. Once an adolescent, he traveled to where his parents were at and worked as a volunteer while being home schooled. When Pazel was admitted to Anderson University, Pazel moved into the undergraduate dormitory where he would enjoy his university life for four years.
Pazel is currently a senior majoring in psychology and a minoring in performing arts.
Others: Pazel was not aware of his magic blood.
Family: Flamel
Innate Ability: Pazel has what is known as the “Eyes of Truth”; in each of his eyes, the symbol for “truth” are magically inscribed into Pazel's iris. Through these eyes, Pazel can see what cannot normally be seen. This can range from detecting deception to retrocognition. Pazel is, however, still a novice witch who had no prior training, thus, is limited in what he can see. Initially Pazel can only see: far into the distance; supernatural creatures/beings (such as spirits); the presence of magic; whether someone is lying or not (to what, is not always clear); and random fragmented visions of the person/object of interest's past and/or mental state that usually do not make any sense on its own. The visions can appear and disappear in a flash or linger on for a few minutes like a hallucination. It should also be noted that Pazel cannot “hear” what he sees. At least, not without some kind of magical assistance.
Age: 21
Appearance: With caramel skin, honey brown eyes speckled with what can only be described as golden dust, and gold semi-long curly hair that cannot be tamed, Pazel is the sun personified. Excluding his hair, when standing, the highest point of this human-sun is approximately 5 feet 10 inches from the ground. Pazel has the body build and flexibility of an acrobat.
Half of Pazel's wardrobe is brightly colored while the remaining half are earth colored. As the majority of his attire suggest, Pazel tends to choose loose fitting garments that are comfortable to move in over fashionable clothes. He has only three pairs of shoes: sandals, hiking boots, and parkour shoes. Pazel does not usually wear any additional accessories, but he has multiple helix and conch piercings on both of his ears.
Personality: Pazel presents himself to be a lighthearted man towards others. He is a talkative lad who charms those around him with his childlike qualities. He is much more cautious than he allows people to think. He does not blindly trust people, though he will give others the benefit of the doubt. Innocuous by nature, Panzel tries to be respectful and friendly as much as possible to others, regardless of who they are, but he is always somewhat aloof towards strangers and acquaintances.
Pazel is an adventurous challenger who is always willing to try something new at least once. He loves to have fun and joke around, but is responsible and sensible enough to never go overboard. As long as he stays interested, Pazel becomes extremely invested in the matter at hand: Pazel would learn everything there is to learn about it, train accordingly, polish his skills/work, and present results that are more than adequate. The moment he gets bored Pazel's interests quickly dissipates and his attention wonders to something else. He will complete the task if necessary, but his behavior makes it obvious that he would rather do something else. If things become too monotonous, Pazel can become sluggish. The only two hobbies that Pazel has continued to do for years are yoga and cooking.
Bio: 23 years ago Pazel's mother, Brea, ran away from home, fed up with the world of witches. After completing her medical training, she traveled the world as a doctor of MSF. During her travels Brea met Pazel's father, Arun Razi, who was a freelance journalist and photographer. They fell in love, married, and Pazel was born. The Razi family would have lived in peace, free of witchcraft, if the witches of Flamel had not constantly pestered Brea. During the last Emergence they tried to take her back home and when that failed, the Flamels hired thugs to kill her to coax Brea into killing her attackers in self-defense. When neither succeeded, they constantly spied on the Razi family and attempted to kidnap Pazel multiple times. Finally one day, Brea struck a deal with the Flamels: Pazel was to come to the Flamel estate during the next Emergence and if he failed to become a witch, the Flamels would leave the Razis alone forever, as long as they steer clear from witches and witchcraft.
As far as Pazel could remember, his mother was overly protective over him. She would always carry him around with her and never let Pazel out of her sight, despite her work place being the worst place to take or raise a baby at. The only other person she trusted with her child was Pazel's father. Some say that Brea became paranoid because of her hazardous work environment, but something told Pazel that the threat his mother felt was something much more than paranoia. Pazel could not pin point when exactly, but after some time, Brea started to mellow out. Pazel was allowed to go to places and do things which his mother would have forbidden perviously. When the subject of magic and the supernatural came up, however, she would still become extremely agitated.
Pazel's childhood and adolescence was spent in one of two places: where his parents currently resided (as long as it was not a war-zone) or California. For a majority of his childhood Pazel stayed in California, where his father's family lived at. On vacation, Pazel would go visit his parents or his parents would come visit him. Once an adolescent, he traveled to where his parents were at and worked as a volunteer while being home schooled. When Pazel was admitted to Anderson University, Pazel moved into the undergraduate dormitory where he would enjoy his university life for four years.
Pazel is currently a senior majoring in psychology and a minoring in performing arts.
Others: Pazel was not aware of his magic blood.
Witch Family Sheet:
Family Name: Flamel
Leader/Notable Members:
Estelle Flamel: The official head of the Flamel family who rarely leaves her mansion. Estelle is one of the few, if not only, living members of the ancient House of Elendil and has lived over hundreds, maybe even thousands, of years. Though she looks like the same individual, Estelle's appearance has never been consistent with the actual flow of time. Every now and then Estelle appears to look a different age. Many have attempted and even succeeded in killing Estelle during her long life, but for some odd reason, she always “came back to life”. She is thought to have prolonged her life through alchemic means. Estelle is a powerful witch who seems to be unaffected by the current magic problem the Flamels are facing. It is rumored that she can see still see the stars in the heavens, regardless of the season, thus, is still able to perform astrological divination.
Alexander D. Flamel: Uncle of Pazel. Alexander is the unofficial head of the Flamel family who serves as Estelle's representative in public meetings. He has a total of four symbols tattooed on to him. One symbol is tattooed on his tongue with the meaning “ice”; The symbol for “armor” is one large elaborate tattoo that covers most of his entire being; the symbol for “speed” is on the bottom of his feet; and on the palm of his hands is the symbol for “sleep”.
Beauregard D. Flamel: A handsome alchemist who has aged extremely well. Beauregard was, and still is, notorious for being a playboy. He is thought to have numerous illegitimate children all over the world. Many claim he used magic to seduce his lovers. Father of Alexander and Brea.
Economic Standing: Wealthy
Magical Standing: Once a powerful family, the Flamel have become somewhat of an underdog over the years due to the fact that their family has been producing fewer witches with each coming Emergence. In addition to the lack of witches, the few witches they do have seem to have problems with even the simplest of magic spells which are considered parlor tricks to other witch families. Fortunately, as if to compensate for the lack of magic abilities, the Flamel witches are considered geniuses in regard to alchemy and the Flamel's mysterious symbol magic has kept most enemies at bay. Their magical artifacts and homemade ingredients are considered to be top notch and are highly valued within the witch community. The Flamel often does business with other witches who request their merchandise.
The Flamel is a relatively large family, with plenty of smaller branch families, but a majority of its members are normal humans and witches are of the minority. Few Flamel humans living near or at the Flamel estate, but many have moved away from their home. Those who do leave the magic world, tend to become very successful in the career they choose. Any witches that originally lived far way are sent to live at the estate where the family laboratory is located at.
Magical Standing: Once a powerful family, the Flamels have become somewhat of an underdog over the years due to the fact that their family has been producing fewer witches with each coming Emergence. In addition to the lack of witches, the few witches they do have seem to have problems with even the simplest of magic spells which are considered parlor tricks to other witch families. Fortunately, as if to compensate for the lack of magic abilities, the Flamel witches are considered geniuses in regard to alchemy and the Flamel's mysterious symbol magic has kept most enemies at bay. Their magical artifacts and homemade ingredients are considered to be top notch and are highly valued within the witch community. The Flamel often does business with other witches who request their merchandise.
The Flamel family is a relatively large one, with plenty of smaller branch families, but a majority of its members are normal humans and witches are of the minority. Few Flamel humans live near or at one the Flamel's estates. Many have moved away from their homes for one reason or another. Those who do leave the magic world, tend to become very successful in the career they choose. Any witches that originally lived far way are sent to live at one of the estates where a family laboratory is located.
Values: Being a house full of alchemists, the Flamel value knowledge, experience, and creativity. Though the Flamel respect tradition and take pride in their heritage, they are not known for being orthodox; new ideas do not arise from sticking to the old ways. The Flamel are somewhat laid back, allowing the individual to express themselves freely and are capable of accepting certain types of failure as a learning success. They can, however, become extremely strict when business and education are involved: they will accept nothing less than perfect. For the Flamel family, being bored is a sin.
Magical Style: The Flamel family is proficient in the school of alchemy and symbol magic.
Symbol magic, roughly explained, is a type of magic that uses “symbols” (which can range from drawings to letters) to cause a special event to occur. What event occurs largely depends on what the symbol means. For example, if the witch places a symbol that basically means “fire explosion” and the symbol is activated, a fire explosion would occur. Symbol magic can also be used for summoning, but such magic are considered “expensive” to the Flamels since the summon usually requires various other items in order to “pay” for the summoned creature's services or to make them submit to the summoner.
In the context of symbol magic, everything matters: every line, space, color, and even material used to draw/write the symbol can change the meaning and the effects of that symbol. As long as the symbol exists it can always be activated or is still active. Even when the symbol looks like it disappeared in the eyes of an untrained individual, it is possible that it still remains, so one must double check using some kind of magic or magic item.
For the average witch of the Flamel family to cast a spell, without the assistance of a magic artifact or required preparation, the symbols must be tattooed/branded on to their body. The strength of each symbol is largely dependent on how powerful the witch is. The more complex the symbol is (thus more complex the meaning is), the witch has less limitations concerning the ability that symbol grants them. Additional symbols can be added onto the body, but there are regulations. First, it must be understood that symbols posses great power. If the witch is not ready to control them, the symbols will mentally and/or physically destroy the witch. There is physically only so much space on a person to place a symbol and still be effective. It is also strongly advised that the witch selects symbols that work in harmony and not against each other. A powerful witch may be able to withstand a few conflicting symbols, but the average witch will be overwhelmed by the conflicting symbols and suffer consequences ranging from being unable to control one or both of the symbols to simply dying.
Symbols can be removed from both the body or object, but both are so time and resource consuming that it is actually easier to kill or destroy the person/living thing or object. This is especially true for symbols branded on a living thing. It can take years and lot of materials to completely remove the symbol.
Family History: The Flamels are the descendants of an ancient witch clan known as the House of Elendil. Members of the House of Elendil were said to be astrologers gifted in stellar magic. With the disappearance of the stars, however, their stellar magic weakened significantly and rendered then practically useless. The House of Elendil eventually divided into multiple independent families with their own leaders and their own specialty. One of these many branched families were the Flamels.
No one knows whether it is related to the House of Elendil having star related magic or not, but some time after the disappearance of the stars, the decedents of the Flamel family started to become less prone to magic; with each coming Emergence, fewer children became witches. As a witch family, their social status began to waver within the witch community, but as a mortal family the Flamels eventually became celebrities. Thanks to their rigorous alchemy and symbol deciphering training since a young age, the non-witches of the Flamel family often became world-acclaimed scientists, medical doctors, chefs, and artists.
Leader/Notable Members:
Estelle Flamel: The official head of the Flamel family who rarely leaves her mansion. Estelle is one of the few, if not only, living members of the ancient House of Elendil and has lived over hundreds, maybe even thousands, of years. Though she looks like the same individual, Estelle's appearance has never been consistent with the actual flow of time. Every now and then Estelle appears to look a different age. Many have attempted and even succeeded in killing Estelle during her long life, but for some odd reason, she always “came back to life”. She is thought to have prolonged her life through alchemic means. Estelle is a powerful witch who seems to be unaffected by the current magic problem the Flamels are facing. It is rumored that she can see still see the stars in the heavens, regardless of the season, thus, is still able to perform astrological divination.
Alexander D. Flamel: Uncle of Pazel. Alexander is the unofficial head of the Flamel family who serves as Estelle's representative in public meetings. He has a total of four symbols tattooed on to him. One symbol is tattooed on his tongue with the meaning “ice”; The symbol for “armor” is one large elaborate tattoo that covers most of his entire being; the symbol for “speed” is on the bottom of his feet; and on the palm of his hands is the symbol for “sleep”.
Beauregard D. Flamel: A handsome alchemist who has aged extremely well. Beauregard was, and still is, notorious for being a playboy. He is thought to have numerous illegitimate children all over the world. Many claim he used magic to seduce his lovers. Father of Alexander and Brea.
Economic Standing: Wealthy
Magical Standing: Once a powerful family, the Flamel have become somewhat of an underdog over the years due to the fact that their family has been producing fewer witches with each coming Emergence. In addition to the lack of witches, the few witches they do have seem to have problems with even the simplest of magic spells which are considered parlor tricks to other witch families. Fortunately, as if to compensate for the lack of magic abilities, the Flamel witches are considered geniuses in regard to alchemy and the Flamel's mysterious symbol magic has kept most enemies at bay. Their magical artifacts and homemade ingredients are considered to be top notch and are highly valued within the witch community. The Flamel often does business with other witches who request their merchandise.
The Flamel is a relatively large family, with plenty of smaller branch families, but a majority of its members are normal humans and witches are of the minority. Few Flamel humans living near or at the Flamel estate, but many have moved away from their home. Those who do leave the magic world, tend to become very successful in the career they choose. Any witches that originally lived far way are sent to live at the estate where the family laboratory is located at.
Magical Standing: Once a powerful family, the Flamels have become somewhat of an underdog over the years due to the fact that their family has been producing fewer witches with each coming Emergence. In addition to the lack of witches, the few witches they do have seem to have problems with even the simplest of magic spells which are considered parlor tricks to other witch families. Fortunately, as if to compensate for the lack of magic abilities, the Flamel witches are considered geniuses in regard to alchemy and the Flamel's mysterious symbol magic has kept most enemies at bay. Their magical artifacts and homemade ingredients are considered to be top notch and are highly valued within the witch community. The Flamel often does business with other witches who request their merchandise.
The Flamel family is a relatively large one, with plenty of smaller branch families, but a majority of its members are normal humans and witches are of the minority. Few Flamel humans live near or at one the Flamel's estates. Many have moved away from their homes for one reason or another. Those who do leave the magic world, tend to become very successful in the career they choose. Any witches that originally lived far way are sent to live at one of the estates where a family laboratory is located.
Values: Being a house full of alchemists, the Flamel value knowledge, experience, and creativity. Though the Flamel respect tradition and take pride in their heritage, they are not known for being orthodox; new ideas do not arise from sticking to the old ways. The Flamel are somewhat laid back, allowing the individual to express themselves freely and are capable of accepting certain types of failure as a learning success. They can, however, become extremely strict when business and education are involved: they will accept nothing less than perfect. For the Flamel family, being bored is a sin.
Magical Style: The Flamel family is proficient in the school of alchemy and symbol magic.
Symbol magic, roughly explained, is a type of magic that uses “symbols” (which can range from drawings to letters) to cause a special event to occur. What event occurs largely depends on what the symbol means. For example, if the witch places a symbol that basically means “fire explosion” and the symbol is activated, a fire explosion would occur. Symbol magic can also be used for summoning, but such magic are considered “expensive” to the Flamels since the summon usually requires various other items in order to “pay” for the summoned creature's services or to make them submit to the summoner.
In the context of symbol magic, everything matters: every line, space, color, and even material used to draw/write the symbol can change the meaning and the effects of that symbol. As long as the symbol exists it can always be activated or is still active. Even when the symbol looks like it disappeared in the eyes of an untrained individual, it is possible that it still remains, so one must double check using some kind of magic or magic item.
For the average witch of the Flamel family to cast a spell, without the assistance of a magic artifact or required preparation, the symbols must be tattooed/branded on to their body. The strength of each symbol is largely dependent on how powerful the witch is. The more complex the symbol is (thus more complex the meaning is), the witch has less limitations concerning the ability that symbol grants them. Additional symbols can be added onto the body, but there are regulations. First, it must be understood that symbols posses great power. If the witch is not ready to control them, the symbols will mentally and/or physically destroy the witch. There is physically only so much space on a person to place a symbol and still be effective. It is also strongly advised that the witch selects symbols that work in harmony and not against each other. A powerful witch may be able to withstand a few conflicting symbols, but the average witch will be overwhelmed by the conflicting symbols and suffer consequences ranging from being unable to control one or both of the symbols to simply dying.
Symbols can be removed from both the body or object, but both are so time and resource consuming that it is actually easier to kill or destroy the person/living thing or object. This is especially true for symbols branded on a living thing. It can take years and lot of materials to completely remove the symbol.
Family History: The Flamels are the descendants of an ancient witch clan known as the House of Elendil. Members of the House of Elendil were said to be astrologers gifted in stellar magic. With the disappearance of the stars, however, their stellar magic weakened significantly and rendered then practically useless. The House of Elendil eventually divided into multiple independent families with their own leaders and their own specialty. One of these many branched families were the Flamels.
No one knows whether it is related to the House of Elendil having star related magic or not, but some time after the disappearance of the stars, the decedents of the Flamel family started to become less prone to magic; with each coming Emergence, fewer children became witches. As a witch family, their social status began to waver within the witch community, but as a mortal family the Flamels eventually became celebrities. Thanks to their rigorous alchemy and symbol deciphering training since a young age, the non-witches of the Flamel family often became world-acclaimed scientists, medical doctors, chefs, and artists.
Character Sheet (Hunter):
Name: Rosenkreuz A.K.A. Red Riding Hood
Hunter Type: Outcast
Age: ??
Appearance: The black combat clothes hides every distinctive characteristics of Rosenkreuz. He, or possibly she (though most likely male), wears lightweight tactical gear which covers every inch of the body, from neck to toe. In addition to having a face mask that covers everything but hir eyes and nose, Rosenkreuz, wears a full face gas mask and a helmet. Ze usually wears a long dark red rain poncho which seems to have magic properties. An exquisite silver rosary hangs from hir neck.
Personality: The impression of Rosenkreuz changes drastically based on whether ze is working or not. During combat Rosenkreuz is a silent calculating hunter who shows no sympathy. When ze attacks to kill, ze attacks without holding back. Ze never underestimates hir opponents. If there is any kindness left in the assassin, it is that ze makes sure hir victims have a swift and painless death.
Out side of battle, Rosenkreuz loosens up... a little too much. Ze becomes playful and even a little inappropriate. Ze seems to be an easy-going individual who does not dwell on matters that ze cannot change. Things that Rosenkreuz thinks ze can change, ze immediately works on it. Rosenkreuz is open-minded, having few things in the world that truly disturb him. Though it can be argued that ze simply doesn't care about other people.
Bio: Rosenkreuz was born into a house full of hitmen for hire. They have no true alliance with any organization and are willing to kill anyone for the appropriate price: even if the target is a witch. The Order(s) considers this family, known as The Rosenthal in the underworld, to be an Outcast.
Many years ago, Rosenkreuz's family were hired to kill a specific individual of a wealthy family. Rosenkreuz's mother went undercover to investigate her target, only to fall in love with him. Despite the man being one of the worst kind of individual to be attracted to, she could not help it. It was like magic. She could have forfeited the contract, but regardless, her client would have just hired someone else. If the love of her life was going to die, she felt that she had to be the one to kill him. She made love with him one night with the intent to kill him, only to discover that he had known who she was. She was not sure what happened next, for when she realized what had happened, everything was over: the man got all the information he needed from her and had her client assassinated. The man simply kissed her farewell and went on his merry way. Rosenkreuz's mother never forgot about this man. She never loved anyone as much as she loved Rosenkreuz's father. She loved him until her dying breath.
Rosenkreuz was raised as an only child of a single mother. The only thing ze knew of hir father was that hir name came from hir father and that Rosenkreuz's mother loved the man deeply (so much to the point that even Rosenkreuz acknowledged it as an obsession). Hir maternal grandfather, Ragnar, was a retired knight of the Order. Ragnar trained Rosenkreuz as his apprentice. After training for a decade, Rosenkreuz was conducting assassinations and witch-hunting by the age of 17. When the next Emergence came, however, Rosenkreuz life changed drastically. Ze didn't know what to do with the truth. So ze hid it from everyone. Only hir rosary knows the truth.
Weapons: The pockets on Rosenkreuz's tactical gear are full of blessed consumable items created for the sole purpose of nullifying various magic, temporarily. Depending on how powerful the witch and their spell is, these items may only slightly weaken the effects of the magic.
Rosenkreuz was trained to be a resourceful assassin; ze utilizes anything in hir environment as a weapon. Ze has a dessert eagle and a combat knife on hir person, just in case, but Rosenkreuz rarely uses both because they tend to attract unwanted attention and/or leave too much evidence behind. The offensive weapon(s) Rosenkreuz uses the most often is hir limbs. Rosenkreuz has silver brass knuckles to enhance the effectiveness of hir punches.
Others:
Hunter Type: Outcast
Age: ??
Appearance: The black combat clothes hides every distinctive characteristics of Rosenkreuz. He, or possibly she (though most likely male), wears lightweight tactical gear which covers every inch of the body, from neck to toe. In addition to having a face mask that covers everything but hir eyes and nose, Rosenkreuz, wears a full face gas mask and a helmet. Ze usually wears a long dark red rain poncho which seems to have magic properties. An exquisite silver rosary hangs from hir neck.
Personality: The impression of Rosenkreuz changes drastically based on whether ze is working or not. During combat Rosenkreuz is a silent calculating hunter who shows no sympathy. When ze attacks to kill, ze attacks without holding back. Ze never underestimates hir opponents. If there is any kindness left in the assassin, it is that ze makes sure hir victims have a swift and painless death.
Out side of battle, Rosenkreuz loosens up... a little too much. Ze becomes playful and even a little inappropriate. Ze seems to be an easy-going individual who does not dwell on matters that ze cannot change. Things that Rosenkreuz thinks ze can change, ze immediately works on it. Rosenkreuz is open-minded, having few things in the world that truly disturb him. Though it can be argued that ze simply doesn't care about other people.
Bio: Rosenkreuz was born into a house full of hitmen for hire. They have no true alliance with any organization and are willing to kill anyone for the appropriate price: even if the target is a witch. The Order(s) considers this family, known as The Rosenthal in the underworld, to be an Outcast.
Many years ago, Rosenkreuz's family were hired to kill a specific individual of a wealthy family. Rosenkreuz's mother went undercover to investigate her target, only to fall in love with him. Despite the man being one of the worst kind of individual to be attracted to, she could not help it. It was like magic. She could have forfeited the contract, but regardless, her client would have just hired someone else. If the love of her life was going to die, she felt that she had to be the one to kill him. She made love with him one night with the intent to kill him, only to discover that he had known who she was. She was not sure what happened next, for when she realized what had happened, everything was over: the man got all the information he needed from her and had her client assassinated. The man simply kissed her farewell and went on his merry way. Rosenkreuz's mother never forgot about this man. She never loved anyone as much as she loved Rosenkreuz's father. She loved him until her dying breath.
Rosenkreuz was raised as an only child of a single mother. The only thing ze knew of hir father was that hir name came from hir father and that Rosenkreuz's mother loved the man deeply (so much to the point that even Rosenkreuz acknowledged it as an obsession). Hir maternal grandfather, Ragnar, was a retired knight of the Order. Ragnar trained Rosenkreuz as his apprentice. After training for a decade, Rosenkreuz was conducting assassinations and witch-hunting by the age of 17. When the next Emergence came, however, Rosenkreuz life changed drastically. Ze didn't know what to do with the truth. So ze hid it from everyone. Only hir rosary knows the truth.
Weapons: The pockets on Rosenkreuz's tactical gear are full of blessed consumable items created for the sole purpose of nullifying various magic, temporarily. Depending on how powerful the witch and their spell is, these items may only slightly weaken the effects of the magic.
Rosenkreuz was trained to be a resourceful assassin; ze utilizes anything in hir environment as a weapon. Ze has a dessert eagle and a combat knife on hir person, just in case, but Rosenkreuz rarely uses both because they tend to attract unwanted attention and/or leave too much evidence behind. The offensive weapon(s) Rosenkreuz uses the most often is hir limbs. Rosenkreuz has silver brass knuckles to enhance the effectiveness of hir punches.
Others:
- Rosenkreuz uses a voice changer to make it harder to identify hir voice.
- Rosenkreuz's rosary has the ability to dispel any traces of magic.
- The red rain poncho has the ability to transform the wearer into any living thing as long as the living thing in question's blood had been splashed on to it. The only way to tell whether or not the living thing is Rosenkreuz is by checking if the person/creature is wearing a silver rosary.
GM
Alright, so I've decided this will take place in and around a made up university in Washington state. The university, The Anderson University, will be within walking distance of a fairly large town and about a half hour from Seattle. It is a large private college run by the Anderson family (hence the super creative name of the school). The Anderson family is an old Witch family who have given up participating in the Emergence. They only have a few active witches left, who will be the last of their line. The Andersons wish to unify the witch families in an attempt to create peace in the magical world. They believe giving up their magic makes them seem less threatening to the other families and as such will increase their chances of success.
Over the years they have reached out to several families (ours, as well as a few others) and have offered to school their members who are of age for free (hence why so many witches from so many different areas are in this one school).
Our story will start with the Andersons calling a meeting of the families interested in unity to a grand ball where the first peace treaties will be discussed. This is where the action will begin. With so many witches in one place, many who have ancient feuds with each other, betrayals are bound to happen. And to make it worse, the Order has caught wind of the meeting and think it would be a great time to gain intelligence and maybe take out some of the higher witches. Outcast hunters will see this in a similar light.
So that's basically what I've got when it comes to setting and the beginning of our story. As per usual, all questions, complaints, and suggestions are wholeheartedly welcomed!
Also, JJ, like I said over PM you're good to go! Accepted.
With JJ, I'm gonna close off characters for now. We've got quite a big group. Look for the IC by Wednesday!
Over the years they have reached out to several families (ours, as well as a few others) and have offered to school their members who are of age for free (hence why so many witches from so many different areas are in this one school).
Our story will start with the Andersons calling a meeting of the families interested in unity to a grand ball where the first peace treaties will be discussed. This is where the action will begin. With so many witches in one place, many who have ancient feuds with each other, betrayals are bound to happen. And to make it worse, the Order has caught wind of the meeting and think it would be a great time to gain intelligence and maybe take out some of the higher witches. Outcast hunters will see this in a similar light.
So that's basically what I've got when it comes to setting and the beginning of our story. As per usual, all questions, complaints, and suggestions are wholeheartedly welcomed!
Also, JJ, like I said over PM you're good to go! Accepted.
With JJ, I'm gonna close off characters for now. We've got quite a big group. Look for the IC by Wednesday!
Doctor Belasco
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Sorry if this is a double post, but my post from earlier isn't showing up for me. Anyway.
I'm gonna tweak Sebastian a little bit. In my head, he was going to be one of the least experienced witches and formed a lot of him about that fact. Now that I've seen the other sheets, he seems to be one of the most experienced! I'm going to change him so he has a slightly different role within the plot; perhaps a kind of inter-family young witch mentor type thing. Watch this space.
I'm gonna tweak Sebastian a little bit. In my head, he was going to be one of the least experienced witches and formed a lot of him about that fact. Now that I've seen the other sheets, he seems to be one of the most experienced! I'm going to change him so he has a slightly different role within the plot; perhaps a kind of inter-family young witch mentor type thing. Watch this space.
I am just checking if the RP is open to new members :)
Moon said With JJ, I'm gonna close off characters for now. We've got quite a big group. Look for the IC by Wednesday!
You're just a tad too late...
I can't say if there will be a point when he'll reopen it or not, though.
Thanks for the info, must've missed the post. I'll keep an eye on this anyways in case a position opens up. Good luck and happy RPing!
Doctor Belasco
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Yo, edited my sheet. It's not a total overhaul, but probably puts my character at not the centre of the RP, but gives me connections to everybody. Moon should probably double-check it, but, assuming I get (re-)accepted, all witch-players should know that their characters and mine are probably acquainted.
GM
@Doctor: Yup, still looks good.
@Syblyx: Like ToskaO said, you're just a bit late. I'll let you know if/when we're reaccepting.
@All: I've updated the first post with a list of the important witch families that will have answered the Anderson's call (otherwise known as our families) just to provide a quick little reference guide in case someone needs it. IC is still set for tomorrow night, I think I should be able to get it done.
@Syblyx: Like ToskaO said, you're just a bit late. I'll let you know if/when we're reaccepting.
@All: I've updated the first post with a list of the important witch families that will have answered the Anderson's call (otherwise known as our families) just to provide a quick little reference guide in case someone needs it. IC is still set for tomorrow night, I think I should be able to get it done.
Doctor Belasco
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Wicked. Are we assuming family leaders are NPC's or characters playable only by the family's representative player?
GM
Yeah, the leaders (and any other members of the family that show up to the peace meetings) are all controlled by their representative player. They will only be necessary for the first few posts, but can continue on if someone wants.
Doctor Belasco
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Fair enough. Will there be any NPC families?
defineunique
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Are you still accepting character sheets?
GM
@Doctor: I think a few. The peace conference/ball isn't that big yet. Not all families in the world are a part of it. A couple NPC families can be introduced though.
@defineunique: No, we're all full at the moment.
EDIT: I apologize, but I'm gonna have to postpone one more day. Some things popped up and I am unable to complete the IC post tonight. I hope you all understand.
@defineunique: No, we're all full at the moment.
EDIT: I apologize, but I'm gonna have to postpone one more day. Some things popped up and I am unable to complete the IC post tonight. I hope you all understand.
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