[OOC] Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

[Operator Luna]

@Operator Luna: Ideally, once every few days, though I'm going to be updating weekly if a full set of the cast hasn't gone yet. I'll likely shift post frequency to 'whenever a group needs updating' depending on how long this momentum keeps up, though.

@PKMNB0Y

Sounds good to me. I'll see what I can do about making a character later today~.

[Archangel89]

[@PKMNBOY] well the basic idea is inspired around the frost giants of norse mythology, mechanically speaking it focuses on buffing the caster while debugging the target(s) leaving them open for melee attacks. After a few days of pondering I figured that it would work (in mmo mechanics) by stacking an effect that slows targets or what not. I'm just having a hard time with the descriptive aspect of explaining it

[Operator Luna]

Yui (Agaue)

Real Name: Miura Yui
Age: 24

Character Name: Agaue Selinofoto
In-game Race: Elf

Personality: As much as she tries to not be stiff, many find it hard to perceive Yui's emotions and intent. This is due to her upbringing, which caused her to supress what you may call 'positive' emotions. This does not mean she cannot feel, but simply she cannot express herself, leading to many miscommunications and confused looks. Yui is person who prefers the truth, however lacking are her expressions, is sympathetic and understanding. A firm and just leader, she is one that many can look up to.

History: Hailing from a family of history, Yui is the eldest daughter of the Miuras. As the heiress of fortune and nobility, Yui was constantly attacked by expectations and familial pressure. As time went on, Yui was able to embrace it, in sacrifice for her emotions. Throughout her turbulent life, she found solace in games - her favourite being Emerald Odyssey. It just so happened that one of her sparse free days aligned with the release date of Cloudfall, which she would explore and play to relieve her stress...

Combatant Classes:

• Paladin
  The frontline class, one that leads the battle with their charisma. They boast high defence and long-melee range, able to protect their allies in a pinch. Their main weapons are light lances and heater shields. Paladin's passive ability is Fortress, which gives defence and resistance to nearby allies. Paladins rely heavily on physical lance-based attacks for damage, but have limited magical abilities that allow them to cover, heal and increase defensiveness for allies.
• Sabreur
  Trading defence and strength for magic power and dexterity, sabreur is a hybrid class. Wielding both rapiers and magic, sabreurs are known as 'jack-of-all-trades', filling ally gaps with their utility. They possess myriads of abilities that let them gap close for a flurry of rapier combos, then retreat to safety to let off a chain of explosions. Known better for their pure destructive power than healing and support, sabreurs work better in a team with good frontline and defensive capabilities.

Non-combatant Classes

• Harvester
  Known as the sage of the land, harvesters are experts in all things flora. Harvesters study plant life and their effects in foods, potions and raw consumption. They use this knowledge to procure various vegetation, especially rarer materials needed for certain crafting classes. Harvesters have a passive ability called Sixth Sense, which lets players feel the presence of the flora which they are searching for within a limited radius. However, without the knowing the biodiversity of plants, harvesters cannot utilise the passive ability effectively.
• Alchemist
  Magician through scientific means, alchemist study naturally occurring elements and magic by concocting potions with particular effects. Healing potions, love potions, poisons and antidotes, potions that disintegrate metals and ones that give limited invisibility to the consumer. These phenomenon are what alchemists pursue and aspire to understand. The only drawback is that material can be very expensive and rare, leading to many beginners giving up early.

Trivia: Loves sweets, especially strawberry sponge cake.

Hopefully this is enough! Let me know if I need to change something. ^^

[Hammerman]

@Operator Luna
Oh, hello, a fellow alchemist.

[Operator Luna]

@Operator Luna
Oh, hello, a fellow alchemist.

@Hammerman

Hello! ~ヾ(＾∇＾)

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Archangel89: Hm...
Well, I'm not one to help with descriptions, per se, as that's more on the player than the GM. On that note, though, the class doesn't inherently look self-sufficient. You can't use half of your kit if the requirement is that they're smacked around by melee as a caster unless you have a phase where you use melee, so that part might need to be changed.
I do think that ice would be better served geared towards a more utility-based DPS role, though, if only because of the natural contrast against fire's all-offense repertoire.

@Operator Luna: Analysis time!

• I think it's sorta odd that the class is mounted by default, as we have mounts already extant within the game's systems. Mounting lends itself well to mobility (and this sort of playstyle might become more frequent post-isekai), but I think that they shouldn't necessarily be mounted from the get-go, especially seeing as how mounted combat for the low-movement, low-mobility tanks can lead to a disjoint in terms of visuals and gameplay. Imagine having to chase after a boss to do damage as a melee in normal gameplay. Yikes.
  On the upside, removing that mount requirement means that the anti-forest thing is gone by default.
• Harvester should probably be more specialized.

That's it, really. If those changes are addressed, I don't think I have any other qualms with the form as-is.

[Archangel89]

Jötunar

A combat magic caster that boasts high defense and the ability to wear medium armour, the Jötunar focuses on debuffing enemies while buffing the caster durability. While specializing in ice magic the bread and butter of the class is the ability to inflict status effects that impede enemy movement while granting opportunities for better melee attacks. Proficient in spears and medium armour the Jötunar is a force to be reckoned with.

[@PKMNBOY] this is my description that I have

[Operator Luna]

@PKMNB0Y

• 'I think it's sorta odd that the class is mounted by default, as we have mounts already extant within the game's systems.'
  Ohhh, I see. I was thinking that Paladins are a cavalier class, rather than just using a horse to get around (as in... you wouldn't have a swordmaster that relies on the ground and stances to be fighting horseback).
  I see what you mean though, so it's an easy fix!
  Paladin no longer require a horse to fight. Weapon type changed to accommodate the playstyle.
  'Imagine having to chase after a boss to do damage as a melee in normal gameplay. Yikes.'
  Hey! It makes for the greatest workout!
• 'Harvester should probably be more specialized.'
  Yeah, I kept staring at it, like something was wrong with it. Should be fixed now.
  Mini-rework to Harvester. Made specific to flora life only. Passive ability added.

If there is anything else, please let me know!

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Archangel89: Hm...
I think that it... Probably could be functional? Bit odd to call them a caster if they use lances (which I'd assume generally would give more physical stats), but I digress.

@Operator Luna: Looks good to me. Accepted.
If you want the discord link, just let me know and I'll throw it your way.

[Operator Luna]

@PKMNB0Y I'd love the discord link, please~.

[Dark Cloud]

@PKMNB0Y Bit busy atm but I'll drop a CS here as soon as I have one. Definitely interested.

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Isamu Hiko (Itazura Koneko)

Name: Isamu Hiko
Character Name: Itazura Koneko
Age: 20

Race: Shenke

Personality: Isamu, is a quiet young man with a soft-spoken voice. It is rare to see him raise his tone of voice, even when his patience is pushed to the limit. In reality Isamu quite introverted, he enjoys being alone away from the hustle and bustle of his daily life whenever he can. He isn't much of a conversationalist often finding it hard to make small talk with his small circle of friends and co-workers. Isamu loves the escapism of fictional books and video games, since he can be someone completely different and removed from the stress of one's daily life. In Emerald Odyssey he leads a very different life, while still reflecting the person he is in reality.
History: [color=808080][/color]

Combatant Classes:

• Outlaw
  
  A relatively new edition to the latest Emerald Odyssey game, the Outlaw is a unique class with a steep learning curve. It is not a class for those inexperienced or new to the MMORPG genre, but a returning class option for experienced players and MMORPG veterans alike to enjoy. it boasts high speed stats and critical modifiers making them effective with more precise weapons like daggers and throwing knives. Although lacking in the HP department and having a limited amount of equipable armor, the Outlaw's higher than average speed compensates for it's dismal defensive stats. An Outlaw may only use light armor effectively, and cannot equip shields. It's passive ability is Close Quarters which increases an Outlaw's dodge modifier by the number of enemies within a five foot radius making them especially hard to hit when surrounded by enemies.
• Bedouin
  
  Favored by new and old players alike the Bedouin is a classic option for those looking for a more flavorful melee class, trading the versatility of the base Fighter class the Bedouin focuses on grace and style over the hard-hitting and brutal efficiency of other melee classes. A Bedouin employs the exotic curved blades of desert dwelling folk, wielding such weaponry with the grace of a dancer. Bedouin boast a high speed, able to easily make a graceful series of attacks at the cost of damage and accuracy. Unlike most typical combat orientated classes the Bedouin has very limited options in regards to armor, only able to effectively use light armor, unable to equip shields much like the newer Outlaw class. As a passive ability the Bedouin possesses a unique combat style called Blade Dance which unlike most passives is more of a cosmetic mechanic than a practical one, when fighting the Bedouin makes fluid flourishing attacks with whatever melee attack they make.

Non-Combatant Classes:

• Treasure Hunter
  
  Most people opt to go for more practical craftsmanship classes than the less progressive route of mundane occupational class options. In all fairness the Treasure Hunting profession is often overlooked by more experienced players, whom see it as unnecessary to the meta of Emerald Odyssey as in the long-term one will just find the best loot in the end-game regardless. However the class has more depth than meets the eye. Loot Finder is the Treasure Hunters passive, giving oneself the ability to sense the presence of valuable hidden objects within one's immediate vicinity while also sensing any hidden traps or mechanisms nearby.

Other:

[Dark Cloud]

@PKMNB0Y So from what I understand, once we as the 'real' person enter the game that we can't get out...Right? Can you please clarify?

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Dark Cloud: Situation is still vague to the characters IC, but this is more Log Horizon than it is .hack//. In short, they're in the world and cannot get back to Earth as far as they are aware.

[Dark Cloud]

@PKMNB0Y One other question would Thievery be a non-combat skill or a combat skill? I'm making a roguish character, trying to figure out how to make it work in a suitable way.

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Dark Cloud: I would say the latter, though to be frank I would not go down this route in the first place. Proficiency in thievery does not make for a good mechanic in this setting in my opinion, as when translated to a more 'realistic' scenario, the ability loses any use against anything that isn't actually carrying anything to steal in the first place.

[Dark Cloud]

@PKMNB0Y Okay, what about like for stealth? Would stealth translate well?

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Dark Cloud: Depends on the specifics of the stealth, I'd say.

[Sho Minazuki]

@PKMNB0Y My discord at the moment is not under my control anymore. Please ignore it and warn everyone else of it.

[FujiwaraPhoenix]

@Sho Minazuki: Noted. Account's been booted from the Discord; let me know if you want another invite for a different one.

(Also, people should post I suppose.)

[Sho Minazuki]

Ah right my account is back now. DM me thr discord again.