[OOC] VIGILANCE: To Whom Much Is Given (~RECRUITING~)

[Lord Wraith]

Elwood is truly an ass lol I suppose I now have to make my sample canon...

[Roman]

I'm having a lot of fun.

And as far as samples go - hey, I always do.

[Enarr]

Forgive my lateness, y'all. I've just been privately fleshing out my 'crime family' so I can have some consistancy.

I even enforced that samples must be historical in a recent game I started.

[Lord Wraith]

I even enforced that samples must be historical in a recent game I started.

@Nightrunner

I generally don't go that route since with this particular RP the characters aren't starting with their powers and some players may want to display them in their samples.

Honestly I wasn't going to make my sample canon as I borrowed it from another character who is a lot more aggressive than I was planning on making Alexis (I just didn't have any ideas for a sample at the time... shh!)

[Enarr]

Makes sense, but in fandom games or at least ones where everyone knows what to expect, I feel like it can be a good opportunity to build the world and your history from the get-go. Otherwise makeserfect sense since you want histories shared via the IC though.

[Tyler]

"Matthieu Lacroix" [+]

| NAME: |

Matthieu Olivier Lacroix

| NICKNAME(S): |

Matt

| ALIAS(ES): |

Tempest

| ABILITIES: |

Invisibility & Forcefield Projection
Matthieu is able to render himself completely invisible. Whilst in this state, he cannot be seen by humans or animals, nor will he show up in photographs, video recordings or reflective surfaces. He is only undetectable by sight, and thus his location can still be identified or estimated by use of sound, heat or simply by observing the environment for clues such as footprints. He does not cast a shadow. He may be detected by the abilities of some hyperhumans, particularly psychic types.

He can only stay invisible for short periods before he begins to experience pain. This manifests as a severe burning sensation all over his body. Though it causes no physical harm, it is enough to break his concentration quickly and force him to return to visibility. With time, he will likely learn to remain invisible for longer periods of time, as well as turning other people or objects invisible.

He will also develop the ability to project forcefields. These orb-like constructs are near indestructible and are impervious to most energies. However, there is a great amount of mental strain involved with maintaining a forcefield and this is intensified in accordance with the amount of physical force used against it. Great amounts of force or prolonged exposure will likely cause Matt to fall unconscious and the forcefield will dissipate, leaving him vulnerable to attack. Energy-based attacks are 'absorbed' by the forcefield and whilst they do not strengthen it, Matt does not feel the same strain from these as we would a physical attack. Matt is not protected from mental or psychic attacks by his forcefields.

Forcefields are static constructs and thus, when Matt is inside one, he cannot move. This can be problematic as it binds him to one spot, meaning that some opponents may simply wait for the forcefield to eventually dissipate, at which point Matt is completely vulnerable. This is an inherent drawback of his power that he cannot overcome; he will never be able to 'learn' to roll around in a forcefield, for example. He will, however, learn to exert great control over his forcefields. This can include projecting forcefields around other people, protecting them or trapping them as he sees fit, as well as causing forcefields to burst outwards as an aggressive attack.

| SAMPLE POST: |

A blur of grey slowly consolidated, introducing more tones and hues as the image became clearer; then inched back into blurred territory. Matthieu tutted in frustration, and twisted the wheel back in the opposite direction ever-so-slightly, bringing the dull seascape back into focus once more as dark grey waves crashed unforgivingly against the cold, hard rock. Click.

Matthieu had always loved photography, but as he checked the snap on the screen of his camera he sighed loudly and scowled at the image. To an impartial eye, the photograph would have been magnificent; the sea was captured mid-air, roaring upwards as though reaching for the sky as it collided with the cliff. The pale beam of a solitary lighthouse in the distance was caught by the encroaching fog, giving the image a certain element of drama. But all Matthieu could see was the way one of the seagulls' wings was blurred as it flapped vigorously in the wind. He deleted the image.

He'd been trying for a good twenty minutes to get something he liked; something that made him feel. The biggest inconvenience of being a crippling perfectionist was that nothing ever seemed to satisfy him. He closed up his camera and let it hang solemnly around his neck in defeat, as he took a piece of his long, brown hair that had blown loose in the wind and tucked it up into his bun. He struggled to light a cigarette in these coastal conditions, but managed eventually and placed the thin white Menthol between his lips, inhaling deeply as he wrapped his dark fur coat tightly around his slender frame.

| NOTES: |

Matthieu is of French origin and lived in Paris for most of his life. He speaks great English but has a definite accent. He is very much a "riches to rags" story: after relationships with his wealthy family broke down, he crossed the pond alone and has found himself living in a small studio apartment on the outskirts of The Shallows. He doesn't mind it too much as he finds the surrounding cliffs and swamps very photogenic. He is about to start his first term at the New Lilith College Academy. He is not 'gothic' or emo or whatever (he doesn't really subscribe to any subculture), but he does wear a lot of black and dark colours purely out of preference for darker hues. His favourite drink is coffee and he even takes that black. Contrary to his image, he is not really a dark and brooding type and is fairly laid back. He likes to keep his cards to his chest and even if he is feeling down will put on a cool and untroubled facade.

[Shin Ghost Note]

I'll wait until something comes up before I post as Maria and Tanya again.

[Lord Wraith]

"Matthieu Lacroix" [+]

| NAME: |

Matthieu Olivier Lacroix

| NICKNAME(S): |

Matt

| ALIAS(ES): |

Tempest

| ABILITIES: |

Meteorokinesis - the ability to control the weather
Matthieu is able to directly influence the weather. The word 'influence' is key, as at this point the power is often triggered by shifts in his emotion with little control. Significant happiness might result in a warm, pleasant day where the sun is bright and the breeze is fresh and gentle, whilst if he is upset then the forecast might look more like miserable grey skies and rain. Likewise, if he feels lost one might encounter fog, and if he is angry then thunderstorms should be expected. (I could go on; you get the picture.)
After gaining his abilities, Matthieu's main challenge will be to learn how to control them. This would mean being able to summon the desired weather at will, rather than when he's emotional. With practice, he would also be able to combine weather - for example, heavy rain and a tornado would be used in conjunction to create a waterspout. Currently his abilities are 'area of effect' and affect the environment around him; with time, he might be able to expand this area or even target areas he is not present in remotely.
His main weakness is his lack of control, which can put both himself and others in danger. The power is also highly exhaustive, which can result in fainting, internal bleeding or even a coma; having little control over his powers exacerbates this and makes even getting emotional dangerous for Matt.

| SAMPLE POST: |

A blur of grey slowly consolidated, introducing more tones and hues as the image became clearer; then inched back into blurred territory. Matthieu tutted in frustration, and twisted the wheel back in the opposite direction ever-so-slightly, bringing the dull seascape back into focus once more as dark grey waves crashed unforgivingly against the cold, hard rock. Click.

Matthieu had always loved photography, but as he checked the snap on the screen of his camera he sighed loudly and scowled at the image. To an impartial eye, the photograph would have been magnificent; the sea was captured mid-air, roaring upwards as though reaching for the sky as it collided with the cliff. The pale beam of a solitary lighthouse in the distance was caught by the encroaching fog, giving the image a certain element of drama. But all Matthieu could see was the way one of the seagulls' wings was blurred as it flapped vigorously in the wind. He deleted the image.

He'd been trying for a good twenty minutes to get something he liked; something that made him feel. The biggest inconvenience of being a crippling perfectionist was that nothing ever seemed to satisfy him. He closed up his camera and let it hang solemnly around his neck in defeat, as he took a piece of his long, brown hair that had blown loose in the wind and tucked it up into his bun. He struggled to light a cigarette in these coastal conditions, but managed eventually and placed the thin white Menthol between his lips, inhaling deeply as he wrapped his dark fur coat tightly around his slender frame.

| NOTES: |

Matthieu is of French origin and lived in Paris for most of his life. He speaks great English but has a definite accent. He is very much a "riches to rags" story: after relationships with his wealthy family broke down, he crossed the pond alone and has found himself living in a small studio apartment on the outskirts of The Shallows. He doesn't mind it too much as he finds the surrounding cliffs and swamps very photogenic. He is about to start his first term at the New Lilith College Academy. He is not 'gothic' or emo or whatever (he doesn't really subscribe to any subculture), but he does wear a lot of black and dark colours purely out of preference for darker hues. His favourite drink is coffee and he even takes that black. Contrary to his image, he is not really a dark and brooding type and is fairly laid back. He likes to keep his cards to his chest and even if he is feeling down will put on a cool and untroubled facade.

@Tyler

I'm torn on this sheet. What bothers me the most about it is that I can't help but feel that an ability with such a wide range of applications should be better fleshed out and limited. While you have weaknesses and some limits stated, outside of tiring Matt in battle, none of them are really exploitable. I think I'd like to see that fleshed out more before accepting.

[Tyler]

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I'm torn on this sheet. What bothers me the most about it is that I can't help but feel that an ability with such a wide range of applications should be better fleshed out and limited. While you have weaknesses and some limits stated, outside of tiring Matt in battle, none of them are really exploitable. I think I'd like to see that fleshed out more before accepting.

@Lord Wraith

Understood. I not only agree with your critique but expected it. I was hoping that I might get a little more direction with what you'd like to see as an exploitable weakness, because I struggled writing some for this power to the point where I almost changed to invisibility & forcefields; but faced the same problem. If you or any accepted players have any pointers or recommendations (for either power, I'm open to switching), I'd be grateful. Because I've hit a bit of a wall.

[Lord Wraith]

First thing that came to mind was something about if he's in contact with the ground but if he flies through use of his power then he's kind of always grounded without access to his abilities. But perhaps certain material or materials block or hinder his abilities.

[Shin Ghost Note]

His power shrinks his dong.

[Tyler]

First thing that came to mind was something about if he's in contact with the ground but if he flies through use of his power then he's kind of always grounded without access to his abilities. But perhaps certain material or materials block or hinder his abilities.

@Lord Wraith

His power shrinks his dong.

@Mr Allen J

Both interesting suggestions, but I chose to change his power entirely. It took me twice as long because after I first wrote it up, I accidentally hit 'Cancel' whilst previewing the edit. Because I'm kind of a genius like that.

Please let me know if you prefer this edit.

[Lord Wraith]

@Tyler All good to me. throw it up in the character tab!

[Shin Ghost Note]

Both interesting suggestions,

@Tyler

...

I get the feeling you're being sarcastic. lol

[Tyler]

@Tyler All good to me. throw it up in the character tab!

@Lord Wraith

Excellent, thanks. I'll get an IC post up soon.

[Lord Wraith]

@Tyler Looking forward to it!

[Tyler]

@Tyler Looking forward to it!

@Lord Wraith

Hopefully you won't find my character too much of a self-insert fuckboy. I'll do my best.

[Lord Wraith]

@Tyler Ha, you've got Joseph and Elwood to compete with that for.

[Shin Ghost Note]

It's gonna be hard, since every character's a fuckboy.

_{(Except mine)}

[Tyler]

Posted. You'll notice I changed Matthieu's backstory in the post so that he's been living in The Shallows for a little longer than his character sheet implies. He's now entering his second term at NLCA rather than his first. Frankly, I really couldn't be arsed with the whole "Look at me, I'm the new kid" thing. Hope this is OK.

Also, if anyone wants to add me on Skype, I'm at facebook:upsetboulevard.