[OOC] Primal Rage! The Before

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The Future...

Civilization died in the cataclysms.
The Dragonians were born from the death of the old Earth.
Who will rule the new Urth?

Hello there! This RP is based on the 1994 arcade classic fighting game Primal Rage. It might be a bit before I'm ready to start, because I'd like to give people time to iron out their concepts, as you will be playing new characters, instead of the ones featured in the video game.
For those who don't know, Primal Rage is about god-like "DinoBeasts" who fight for control over the land and population of a ruined Earth, referred to in materials as "Urth". So basically, we'll be playing as kaiju with a domain and fighting game powers akin to those in Mortal Kombat, as far as theme goes. In order to balance out the naturally hectic nature of the premise, I'm considering using what I'll be calling "actionable terms", basically aspects of your character's bio/description that you can reference to solve situations, or possibly act against you.
Speaking of, it would be best if characters have a reason to at least expand their territory, if not have a goal that involves, or is assisted by, conquering "Urth" and defeating the other players. Most of the "DinoBeasts" were dormant under the crust of the Earth until a meteor strikes the Earth and destroys the moon. While the meteor doesn't awaken all of them instantly, it usually caused a chain reaction that lead to the characters coming to the surface to fight. Also, the human worshipers will be used as a kind of resource, and, along with territory, be wagered in fights, to a degree. I'm thinking of having a named chieftain slot on the character sheet, who can act as emissaries for your main characters. And given the nature of this being based on a fighting game, and the nature of the characters in that game, your characters won't really die. And if they do, it won't be for long.

Character Sheet

Name:
Species: (Usually made up, so feel free to be creative or unspecific, giant gorillas are called "Kongs", etc.)
Appearance:
Height/Length:
Weight:
Consumption Rate: (How much does the character eat? Just for fun.)
Lair: (The character's territory, the seat of their power, and their fighting stage.)
Affiliation: (Destructive or Virtuous, basically, "good" or "bad", generally speaking.)
Domain: (The element of which they are the 'god'.)
Followers: (The humans that worship your character. Each player will start with 3,000 followers, which can be affected by their disposition, actions, victories, and losses. The more followers a "DinoBeast" has, the stronger they become.)
Chieftain: (Describe the leader of your followers, to whom you can give orders directly. Think of them as your emissary.)
Bio: (A rundown of who they are, what they do, why they do it, etc. In your bio, pick three attributes of your character to use as "actionable traits", by bolding, color coordinating, or otherwise indicating them with formatting. These can be related to size, temperament, tactics, makeup, or anything else that can be helpful, or harmful, in conflicts and danger. You can gain an edge in combat by invoking these during the RP. Just discuss it with me in the OOC thread, and we'll see how it can work for or against you.)
(Please include a description of your character's awakening and how they would react to the first group of humans they come across.)
RAGE- (Here you will describe your fighting abilities and combat prowess.)
General Combat: (Your basic attacks, are divided into several categories: Low and High, Quick and Fierce, and Power. Basically, think of them as Strong and Fast Punches and Kicks, but relative to your character's anatomy, so tail sweeps and bites are included as well, being low and high respectively. Power attacks are a conceptual combination of your Quick and Fierce attacks for both high and low aim. These usually have more of a wind-up.)(Here's a good primer video, if you need a better explanation.)
Specials: (Here, you can select seven special attacks that use the powers of your character.)
Dominations: (Dominations moves are special finishing moves that garner more followers. Each character has two domination moves, but they can only be used at the end of the match in victory, when all their actionable traits unused.)

Let me know if you have any comments, questions, or concerns. : )

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@Lunamaria Hawke@VizRiel@Guardj Still up for this?

[Lunamaria Hawke]

Name: Rakkaus, The Burning Heart

Species: Magmadon (Giant Magma Serpent)

Appearance: Rakkaus is a massive serpent composed of shifting molten rock, molten iron, and bright, incandescent magma coursing through its body. It has three massive, horn-like protrusions on its head that resemble a crown, each glowing white-hot, and a pair of piercing, smoky quartz eyes. Its body leaves a trail of solidifying lava in its wake, making its movement evident even from afar.

Height/Length: 80 feet tall (standing upright), 250 feet long

Weight: 60,000 tons

Consumption Rate: Rakkaus doesn’t consume traditional food; instead, it absorbs raw minerals from the earth and energy from volcanic activities to maintain its molten form.

Lair: The Great Caldera, a vast volcanic landscape full of smoking vents, boiling lava lakes, and jagged obsidian structures. The lair is located near the Earth's equator, providing it with immense heat.

Affiliation: Destructive

Domain: Volcanism and Magma

Followers: The Flamebound Tribe, a group of humans who have adapted to live near volcanic areas, taking advantage of the abundant geothermal energy and mineral-rich soil. They worship Rakkaus as a god of creation and destruction, fearing its wrath and respecting its power.

Chieftain: Ignatius, the Flamebound Leader - A charismatic and courageous leader who has earned the trust of the Flamebound Tribe through his tenacity and understanding of Rakkaus. Ignatius communicates with Rakkaus through complex rituals involving fire and volcanic offerings.

Bio: Born from the core of the Earth, Rakkaus is an embodiment of the planet's fiery wrath. Its awakening was heralded by violent earthquakes and the subsequent eruption of dormant volcanoes across the globe, creating a chain reaction of seismic events that have reshaped the landscape. The embodiment of Urth's destructive nature, Rakkaus seeks to expand its territory, taking over regions where tectonic activities are prevalent and thus increasing its power. It views the other DinoBeasts as challengers to its supremacy, rivals that must be subdued to establish its dominance. Rakkaus is temperamental, often causing seismic activities in its rage. Its unpredictability is feared by all, even its followers. Yet, it possesses a sense of fierce protectiveness over its territory and followers, viewing them as extensions of itself.

Upon awakening, Rakkaus initially saw humans as insignificant. However, upon coming across the Flamebound Tribe offering prayers and sacrifices to quell its wrath, it understood their reverence and deemed them worthy of its protection. The tribe's chieftain, Ignatius, showed both fear and respect, promising loyalty in exchange for their safety.

RAGE- Rakkaus is a force to be reckoned with in combat. It utilizes its serpentine body for powerful slams and constricting maneuvers. It can also manipulate molten rocks, using them as projectiles or shields. Its control over volcanic energies allows it to create localized eruptions and magma flows to attack opponents or alter the battlefield.

General Combat:

Low Attacks - Rakkaus can sweep its tail with unrivaled force along the ground, causing the earth to crack and shake, and fling molten debris towards opponents.

High Attacks - Using its formidable height, Rakkaus can crash down onto opponents with earth-shattering impact, or spit balls of fiery magma from its maw.

Quick Attacks - Rakkaus swiftly slithers across the battlefield, allowing for rapid strikes using its tail or jaws.

Fierce Attacks - By using its powerful body, Rakkaus delivers blows that can create shockwaves, cause mini-eruptions, or even change the shape of the battlefield.

Power Attacks - After a significant wind-up, Rakkaus can lash out with the entire weight of its body, or cause a localized volcanic eruption beneath the opponent.

Specials:

Magma Blast - Rakkaus spews a jet of superheated magma, capable of melting most defenses.

Eruption Shards - Rakkaus causes a small eruption, sending sharp, molten rocks flying in all directions.

Pyroclastic Surge - Rakkaus charges forward, enveloped in a cloud of ash and fiery debris.

Lava Lash - Rakkaus's tail becomes a whip of molten rock, scorching and slashing foes.

Tectonic Shift - Rakkaus can cause the ground to split and shake, disorienting opponents.

Constricting Coils - Rakkaus can envelop an enemy in its body, squeezing and burning them with its molten exterior.

Iron Crown - Rakkaus's crown glows white-hot, radiating an intense heat wave that can cause burns and ignite flammable materials.

Dominations:

Firestorm Decree - Rakkaus's body ignites into a blinding firestorm, burning brighter and hotter than the sun. This terrifying spectacle of power commands respect and fear, drawing more followers to its cause.

Earth's Wrath Unleashed - Rakkaus causes a massive volcanic eruption, the sheer destructive force serves as a testament to its dominance, attracting awestruck survivors of the destruction to worship Rakkaus.

Upon victory, Rakkaus bellows a roar that echoes through the mountains and valleys, a terrifying proclamation of its dominance. Defeated DinoBeasts are given a choice: bow to Rakkaus's supremacy, or be forever banished from its territory. The chieftain, Ignatius, serves as the bridge between Rakkaus and the Flamebound Tribe, interpreting its will to the people. They celebrate their god's victories with fiery festivals, their belief in Rakkaus burning as intensely as the magma flowing through its body.

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Hey! Thanks for the submission! It's looking alright so far, except for two things, and maybe I should have had a better example beforehand, so I apologize. First, I don't see your actionable terms. Second, your basic combat is a bit mismatched. The moves should be High Quick, High Fierce, Low Quick, Low Fierce, Power High, and Power Low, or, to put it another way, light, medium, and heavy attacks from both the upper and lower body.
EDIT: Also, we might need to see more of a personality, maybe clearer goals, for the character. Also, I may have been unclear, but the followers section is primarily meant to keep track of how many you have, and upon double checking, it seems Rakkaus is significantly larger than most other DinoBeasts. Perhaps I should have made an example first, but I felt pressed for time.
@Lunamaria Hawke
EDIT 2: Also, basically everything but his quick attack description sounds more like specials.

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Character Sheet

Name: Lotaid
Species: Mosabufosaurus
Appearance: - A stout creature much like a bipedal toad, with the powerful tail and jaws of a mosasaurus. His arms and legs are short, but powerful, with each digit tipped with short, sturdy claws. Lotaid's skin is slick and has a dark blue-green hue. (WIP)
Height/Length: 16'6"/25"
Weight: 1.25 tons
Consumption Rate: 550 lbs. a day
Lair: The Bog- A series of flooded rivers and sunken cities formed into a massive wetland chain through which Lotaid can swim. Packs of released Baryonyx prowl the open grasslands and wet forests. Lotaid makes his home in and around a sunken clock tower from the old world- the old surrounding fortresses becoming deadly submerged traps.
Affiliation: Virtuous
Domain: Trickery
Followers: 3,000
Chieftain: Geoffus the First: A simple, but principled man. He has not forgotten the old ways, and clings to the pursuit of knowledge, seeking to reclaim the lost sciences of the old Earth.
Bio: Hardly even a minor player in the Mesozoic Wars, Lotaid was content in his sealed slumber to sit and observe. Possessing a swift wit and penchant for planning unlike most DinoBeasts, the [Cunning] Lotaid found humanity intriguing. As continents sank and tectonic plates smashed together, he was released through the sea into the world once more, his unique [Vitality] allowing his [Amphibious] body to cut through the crashing, churning waves. Seeking to return humanity to its former glory for the sheer amusement of watching them, Lotaid uses his acidic powers to battle the other DinoBeasts!
RAGE-
General Combat:

• High Quick (1)Lotaid quickly punches forward. (Slightly more range in the air)
• High Fierce (2)Lotaid bites with his massive jaws. (Provides forward movement in the air)
• Low Quick (3)Lotaid whips his tail forward at foot level. (Spike style attack when in the air)
• Low Fierce (4)Lotaid arcs his tail over his head with powerful force. (No air version)
• High Power/Heavy (1+2)Lotaid bites with his full mouth, head turned sideways.
• Low Power/Heavy (3+4)Lotaid spins to strike with his tail, hitting at middle-body range.(Tail sweep when crouching)(No air version)

Primal Powers(Specials):_{(D= Down, U= Up, T=Towards, A=Away)}

• Misdirection (1-2 D, D, U) Lotaid disorients the opponent by causing them to turn around. This may cause some moves to fail, delay, or be replaced with other moves.
• Jaw Crash (2-3 T, T) Lotaid lunges a medium distance (half a screen) with teeth bared, and bites enemies at medium range.
• Acid of Confusion (1-4 A, A, T) Lotaid spits a distracting acid which does little damage, but builds stun faster.
• Wave Toss (1-4 D, U, D) Lotaid grabs an enemy at close range and tosses them in an arc overhead.
• Bog Bash (3-4 A, D, T) Lotaid slams the ground with both fists from a low posture, sending a wave of acid up around himself. This attack builds stun faster. (Anti-air)
• Sky Wave (1-4 air) Lotaid grabs the opponent and throws them straight to the ground, building stun faster.
• Vortex (1-3-4 T, A, D) Lotaid sinks into the ground and reappears at a distance. (1 screen)

Dominations:

• Skin Stealer- Lotaid temporarily assumes the form of the defeated opponent by placing a slice of skin of their face on his own, and mocks them in their own form with laughter.
• Feeding Time- Lotaid floods the area in acidic water, swimming forth to consume the fallen opponent's tenderized flesh, until only bones remain. Several Baryonyx will join in on the feeding when at The Bog.

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Still taking players!

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Still looking for players.

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@Lunamaria Hawke@VizRiel@Guardj How you guys doing?

[Guardj]

I don't think I can be in this one, given RPs as a collaborative thing but this needing to be something contentious between the characters, and me not getting how to make that work well really.

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@Guardj That's okay. I understand. Hope you find something that works better for you soon.