Two centuries have passed since the towering obelisk appeared, a large black chrysalis standing as a reminder to the old days of monsters and magic. Long since have any memories of its arrival faded from the minds of the people, leaving naught but rumors and myths surrounding its origins and purpose. Those brave enough to venture into the labyrinthine forest, and lucky enough to arrive at its base, have claimed to have felt a strange energy emanating from the structure. Some have even claimed to have seen a young woman slumbering within its walls. However, all who dare attempt the journey are certain of one thing... There are no certainties when it comes to that forest. Believed to be cursed, most shy away from the forest, taking whatever alternate routes necessary in order to go around it.
Since the crystal's appearance, magic has faded considerably from the land. It is not so lost that the common man would not know of it, however, there are very few left who wield it. Those that do are often locked away within labs and libraries, focused on research of various kinds and not bothering with the outside world. Similarly, creatures that once ran rampant across the land, devouring and destroying, have all but faded to legend... Though every once in a while, rumors of mysterious disappearances will spread, inexplicable accidents soon to follow, and the ramblings of a madman describing nightmares come to life.
It is no secret though that corruption is now at an all time high. Those that do not see it simply deny its existence, or are part of it themselves. The people find themselves in a state of unrest. War with neighboring nations seem almost inevitable. And dark rumors surrounding the figures of power only grow with time. This realms tension has reached a breaking point, and many are certain that something big is about to unfold...
What they are not aware of is that their future very well may rest in the hands of complete strangers. Not only are the destined heroes from another land, they are from another realm entirely. A world devoid of magic, with technologies far more advanced than anything found in their own. Can these heroes overcome the hardships set before them? Or will they succumb to the darkness and leave both worlds vulnerable to attack?
Overview
Your characters are from Earth as we know it today. Cars, planes, cellphones... Reality tv... The whole package. They could be from different cities, countries even, but they all have one thing in common. By some mishap, each one of them manages to stumble across a portal to another world. That world is known as Astoria, and it is the place that will serve as our RPs main setting. It is there that your characters will introduced to the ways of magic in the hopes that they can heal the wounds of the realm and defeat the lingering evils. Some of them may be willing to help with such a task, others might just want to return home... That is up to you. But returning home might not be as easy as it sounds. Either way, sounds like you'll be stuck in Astoria for a while.
Abilities
As mentioned before, each of your characters are going to find themselves slightly sturdier than the average person from Astoria. Why this is the case is a complete mystery, perhaps it has to do with their origins... Perhaps it is because they are destined to be heroes. Additionally, once they receive their crystals their magic and other abilities will begin to manifest, though keep in mind not all at once. It'll be a slight process as a sudden, and massive, change like that is likely to kill your character... As sturdy as they are. Fear not though, as you will have a teacher... Not to mention, your crystals will be your guides. (More on that, all in due time).
Here is the list of and descriptions for each of the elements again in case you have forgotten, or would like to reference while making your characters.
Now, concerning the crystals themselves. I've already picked out what kind will go with each element, but I didn't want to completely take away from the creative spark. As it will serve as your characters' source of power and guide, it is your choice as to how it will be worn; be it neclace, ring, bracer... whatever will fit your style.
Rules
Just the basics people. Play nicely with others. No Godmodding. No fighting. Make mistakes. And most of all, just have fun. This is meant to be a creative space for all of us. And as much as this RP, and this world is my idea... I am opening it up to you. Take some creative liberties. Let's see where this adventure takes us.
Quick note: If I haven't mentioned it before... The writing style for this should be mid-high casual. Stumps are understandable, but please stick to this as often as possible for the sake of all of us. Difficult to create responses when there is little to work with. :)
Character Sheets
{Picture-I usually use anime-styled personally}
Name: (Nicknames/Alias)
Age: (18-25)
Gender:
Description: (Something short to accompany the picture)
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Personality:
History:
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Elemental Alignment:
Crystal Form: (This is how you will wear it)
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Other: (Any fun facts, or anything you think you want to mention that doesn't have a home)
Greatly looking forward to your submissions guys!
Since the crystal's appearance, magic has faded considerably from the land. It is not so lost that the common man would not know of it, however, there are very few left who wield it. Those that do are often locked away within labs and libraries, focused on research of various kinds and not bothering with the outside world. Similarly, creatures that once ran rampant across the land, devouring and destroying, have all but faded to legend... Though every once in a while, rumors of mysterious disappearances will spread, inexplicable accidents soon to follow, and the ramblings of a madman describing nightmares come to life.
It is no secret though that corruption is now at an all time high. Those that do not see it simply deny its existence, or are part of it themselves. The people find themselves in a state of unrest. War with neighboring nations seem almost inevitable. And dark rumors surrounding the figures of power only grow with time. This realms tension has reached a breaking point, and many are certain that something big is about to unfold...
What they are not aware of is that their future very well may rest in the hands of complete strangers. Not only are the destined heroes from another land, they are from another realm entirely. A world devoid of magic, with technologies far more advanced than anything found in their own. Can these heroes overcome the hardships set before them? Or will they succumb to the darkness and leave both worlds vulnerable to attack?
Overview
Your characters are from Earth as we know it today. Cars, planes, cellphones... Reality tv... The whole package. They could be from different cities, countries even, but they all have one thing in common. By some mishap, each one of them manages to stumble across a portal to another world. That world is known as Astoria, and it is the place that will serve as our RPs main setting. It is there that your characters will introduced to the ways of magic in the hopes that they can heal the wounds of the realm and defeat the lingering evils. Some of them may be willing to help with such a task, others might just want to return home... That is up to you. But returning home might not be as easy as it sounds. Either way, sounds like you'll be stuck in Astoria for a while.
Abilities
As mentioned before, each of your characters are going to find themselves slightly sturdier than the average person from Astoria. Why this is the case is a complete mystery, perhaps it has to do with their origins... Perhaps it is because they are destined to be heroes. Additionally, once they receive their crystals their magic and other abilities will begin to manifest, though keep in mind not all at once. It'll be a slight process as a sudden, and massive, change like that is likely to kill your character... As sturdy as they are. Fear not though, as you will have a teacher... Not to mention, your crystals will be your guides. (More on that, all in due time).
Here is the list of and descriptions for each of the elements again in case you have forgotten, or would like to reference while making your characters.
Now, concerning the crystals themselves. I've already picked out what kind will go with each element, but I didn't want to completely take away from the creative spark. As it will serve as your characters' source of power and guide, it is your choice as to how it will be worn; be it neclace, ring, bracer... whatever will fit your style.
Rules
Just the basics people. Play nicely with others. No Godmodding. No fighting. Make mistakes. And most of all, just have fun. This is meant to be a creative space for all of us. And as much as this RP, and this world is my idea... I am opening it up to you. Take some creative liberties. Let's see where this adventure takes us.
Quick note: If I haven't mentioned it before... The writing style for this should be mid-high casual. Stumps are understandable, but please stick to this as often as possible for the sake of all of us. Difficult to create responses when there is little to work with. :)
Character Sheets
{Picture-I usually use anime-styled personally}
Name: (Nicknames/Alias)
Age: (18-25)
Gender:
Description: (Something short to accompany the picture)
~~
Personality:
History:
~~
Elemental Alignment:
Crystal Form: (This is how you will wear it)
~~
Other: (Any fun facts, or anything you think you want to mention that doesn't have a home)
Greatly looking forward to your submissions guys!
