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In 2008 a global event changed the course of humanity. Both it's politics, and it's understanding of the universe into which it had been born. Extra dimensional creatures poked through their reality into ours, seemingly evenly spread throughout each continent. Of course each nation and culture named them differently, but in colloquial English they became known as "Spirit Guardians," due to their seemingly supernatural nature.

The enigmatic beings not only seemed to defy the laws of physics, but in many cases resemble the monsters of ancient mythology. Since their emergency from another dimension, many humans have claimed they are fae, spirits, ghosts, astral guides, and even aliens from popular conspiracy theory. Scientists can only confirm that they did indeed emerge from a parallel dimension, our understanding of which has only just begun.

The case for a supernatural origin comes from the Spirit Guardian's abilities to manifest elemental properties right out of popular fantasy. Each creature can conjure up spells of fire, water, earth, air, electricity, or some combination of any two. What's more, human beings can participate in a ritual of sorts known as "Soul Resonance," with a Spirit Guardian to gain supernatural powers of their own corresponding to the individual creature.

In addition, these humans are granted supernatural durability and healing, with varying degrees of effectiveness. The only two ways a human who has resonated with a Spirit Guardian can be killed is by a fatal blow to the brain or heart (including decapitation). This has resulted in a certain amount of fear by the public. It has also resulted in resonated individuals becoming real life heroes, villains, and even supersoldiers at times. This pseudo immortality also resulted in recreational fights between spirit Guardians and trainers.

These exhibition matches reach epic proportions due to the super powered nature of the exchanges. Attacks can be extremely dangerous while being non lethal to enhanced humans, as well as their spirit guardians. Limbs can be regenerated in days, and thus the hyper-violent sport of Spirit Battling has become a global phenomenon right alongside the creatures themselves! After 26 years a true culture of battling has sprung out across the globe. Though originally started as unsanctioned street brawls by thrill chasers and adrenaline junkies, it now has proper governing bodies. Sports organizations implementing formal rulesets and putting on huge events for the public!

The most official of which is the International Spirit Guardian League. The ISGL catalogues competitors all over the world, and employs over 3000 professional competitors worldwide! The 2024 October tournament, set to be held in Las Vegas Nevada, is projected to be the highest grossing sporting event on American soil to date. Much to the chagrin of the NFL board of directors.

Despite all this hype, and economical impact, the mystery of why spirit guardians have appeared on our physical plane of existence is still very much unsolved. A few technologies capable of interacting with the guardian's physiology have been developed, however nothing relating to their home dimension or the manifestation of their magical powers has come to light. In addition, increasing reports of spirit guardians being used for warfare, crime, and terrorism continue to pop up around the globe.

What is your trainer's origin story? Why do they find themselves in Las Vegas, Nevada around the time of the ISGL pro tournament? Are they simply a tourist with a ticket to the event, a competitor, or perhaps an international spy sent to report on the American capabilities? Perhaps steal some trade secrets from the ISGL archives? What sort of person could resonate their soul with a magical being from another dimension? Let's all find out together!









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This looks great! Count me in!!
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@Dragonfly 9thanks! Stay tuned for more info! If we get one more participant interested, I'll start an OOC and character sheet thread!
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