:: Saila Eman-Tsal ::
The first day at the Academy was fairly uneventful, all things considered. Saila, like most of the other students, had arrived by boat the other day at around three in the afternoon. Most of the trip had been spent reading alone, and interactions with the other students had been kept at a minimum for the most part. While the ship wasn't extraordinarily huge, it was still rather large, and it had been fairly easy to find a relatively quiet spot to occupy. The other occupants appeared to be mostly clustered on the front outer decks, likely in order to get fresh air and a better view of the horizon. They were greeted by the staff upon arrival, followed by a quick introductory speech by the establishment's headmaster. The rules appeared to be quite straightforward overall (no drinking, smoking or stealing), but didn't really seem to personally apply, generally speaking. The only one which was relevant was the mention of a strict curfew, which was mildly annoying, to say the least. Spending eight hours or more silently confined to a single room every day wasn't exactly anyone's idea of fun. Perhaps there was a way to get some sort of special exemption for people with certain powers? If not, worse come to worse, the time could always be spent reading or performing other silent activities. Saila didn't really tend to need much light to be able to see clearly, so as long as there was a window, it should be fine.
The speech was followed by a ceremonial welcoming feast which, much like the enforced curfew, didn't seem particularly appealing. Saila had already eaten in the past few days, and didn't really feel any need to do so again anytime soon. Not to mention that, either as a result of mental or physiological powers, eating and other usually enjoyable activities consistently failed to provide any pleasure. Sure, Saila could identify the chemical composition of food through taste just like any other humans, perhaps even better, but it never provided any positive or negative connotation. It just was. Instead, Saila elected to go walk around and explore the Academy. Socializing with other students could wait, and it was always good to familiarize oneself with the local school environment. The young adult didn't really stray too far beyond the outer walls into jungle beyond, leaving that activity for a later time, wandering the halls of the various buildings instead. Most of the time was spent going through the school's library, picking up a few books to read during the night. A few on the various local jungle plants seemed appropriate, given the island's environment. Finally, it was time to head for the administration building and discover who the dorm room would be shared with. Saila was probably one of the first ones to arrive, while the others were still eating.
Apparently, no roommates for tonight. According to the staff, this was most likely a temporary condition, and another student would probably be assigned shortly. No matter, at least there would be freedom to read with the lights on this time. Before long, the other students began to pour in, and everyone began to get settled for the night. Saila's baggage, which was essentially reduced to a single solitary bag, was already waiting on the bed. Unpacking didn't take particularly long, experience providing speed and efficiency. This wasn't the first time the young meta-human had to relocate to a new residence, and it would certainly not be the last. All clothing was rolled up compactly to make maximum use of the limited storage space. Once done, Saila settled on the bed and began scanning through one of the books borrowed from the library.
The next day went on quite quickly, almost like a blur. Again skipping the cafeteria for breakfast, Saila instead went for a quick jog before heading to class. Classes seemed fairly ordinary, which was a bit disappointing, but overall the content wasn't too unappealing. The teachers here appeared much more interesting than those hired at the cruddy public schools the foster system would send the kids to, and actually seemed to care about the subject they were discussing, which was a pleasant surprise in and of itself. Before long, it was time for the power training. Saila wasn't exactly sure how they intended to train a "not getting tired" power, but was sure they would come up with something. Or maybe they would focus on the whole "can give telepaths a massive headache" thing. Either way, the mutant was eager to see what they would come up with. Several of the other students already appeared to be there upon arrival, scattered throughout the room in small groups waiting for it to begin. Saila simply settled for sitting aside from everyone else, near the corner closest to the entrance to the room. More and more students began to pour in, before things finally settled down and the instructors arrived. They gave a brief speech and explained the safety precautions and armoured suits, before letting the class go to get changed. Saila quickly put on what appeared to be a fairly standard dark grey protective suit, before heading back to the room and settling into another isolated spot.
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Almost done with my post, wait for meee! D:
Whew, finally had time to read everything.
Sorry for the delay, I should begin posting fairly soon.
Anyways, hai everyone! :D
Sorry for the delay, I should begin posting fairly soon.
Anyways, hai everyone! :D
:: Basic Information ::
Name: Alex Avery Dupré
Nickname/Alias/Etc...: Prefers to go by the pseudonym Saila Eman-Tsal, usually shortened to either Saila or Eman. (Has some fairly unpleasant memories associated with the official name).
Age: Sixteen.
Gender: ???
Height: 5'8. (173 cm)
Weight: 130 lbs. (59 Kg)
Status: New Student.
:: Appearance ::
Hair Colour: Raven Black.
Eye Colour: Green.
Ethnicity: Ambiguous. Has very pale olive skin.
Physical Appearance: The best word to describe Saila's appearance would be thin. Standing at the rather average height of 5'8, the young adult has a very streamlined, slender looking frame, almost completely devoid of any significant curves. Flat chested and narrow shouldered, Saila's body is slim and lacks any discernible body hair. Despite its seemingly delicate appearance, however, it is naturally fairly swift and athletic, and has a remarkable propensity for running. Due to a lack of exposure to sunlight, Saila's olive tinted skin remains extremely pale. For the most part, it is relatively smooth and devoid of any visible scars and blemishes, although there is an old wound on the lower right leg from a childhood accident. All things considered, Saila's face could be considered to be reasonably attractive, albeit in a slightly androgynous way. Heart shaped and donning boyishly short hair, it has a sharp, slightly austere appearance. Small nosed, thin lipped and sharp eyed, the combination is vaguely reminiscent of a young school teacher, reinforced by the thinly arched eyebrows and perpetual pensive frown. A spark of mischief gleams within the verdant green eyes, however, slightly dispelling the serious demeanor, along with a faint smile which seems to permanently painted on the corner of the lips.
Attire: Generally tends to hold in favor robust, comfortable attires above all else. Jeans, cargo pants, hoodies, tee shirts and collared shirts for the most part. Has a very pronounced distaste towards flashy, impractical garments like high heels, overly baggy jeans, short skirts or ties. Has a certain tendency towards wearing black or darkly coloured clothing, although it is by no means a rule. Depending on the conditions, will either wear lightweight running shoes or sturdy leather work boots. Usually wears a belt with several pouches on it, containing, amongst other things, a cellphone.
:: Personality ::
Outward & Innate Personality: Contrary to what appearances might suggest, Saila is actually a highly mischievous and playful individual. Loving above all else to mess around with people's preconceptions, Saila is fond of using a very dry, deadpan tone of voice when speaking, often leaving people wondering whether what was said was actually serious or not. Absolutely adores playing with exact letter of words, implying complete falsehoods without ever saying anything technically untrue. Often comes across as ridiculously unfazed deviations from commonly accepted societal norms, although it might really be more a case of being unaware of them in the first place than anything else. Saila usually aims to maintain a very rational and objective method of thinking, and is easily irritated by faulty logic and petty behaviour. As a side effect of mental and physiological powers, Saila is mostly immune to most forms of physical pleasure, and will be very uneasy in any discussion dealing with them. Generally tends to prefer being left alone, but can be coaxed out of isolation by a sufficiently interesting discussion. Can be particularly harsh and sarcastic towards people deemed annoying. Beneath the surface, Saila harbors a slightly cynical and nihilistic view of the world, which has so far been kept at bay by constantly occupying the mind elsewhere. Has a love for learning new, interesting things, and spends a lot of time browsing the internet for new knowledge.
Hobbies/Interests: Due to a rather unique power set, Saila is capable of assimilating information at a noticeably faster rate than most normal humans. As a result, Saila spends a very large portion of time learning things, either through reading books or browsing online. Loves old literature in general, and has a considerable fondness for the works of Lovecraft, Poe and Machiavelli. Also enjoys most forms of creative activities, from drawing or sculpting all the way to metal working or wood working. Is very partial to puzzles and intellectual challenges as well.
Skills/Talents: Again due to powers, Saila is easily capable of mastering in a few weeks what would ordinarily take a normal person several months, and has accumulated a vast array of skills as a result. Chemistry, metal working, drawing and lockpicking are among the many skills that were picked up through online exploration. Saila, while not a master at anything by any means, tries to at the very least dabble in pretty much everything.
Quotes:
"Technically, I never actually said that I didn't do it. I believe my exact words were "Do you really honestly believe I would do something so stupid?". You were the one who inferred I wouldn't."
"To be honest, the most offensive thing about that insult was how profoundly petty, unimaginative and stupid it was. I would respond in kind but, honestly, if the only real basis you have for your own self worth is the size of your chest, I'd say you probably don't need me putting you down any further."
Family:
St-Richard's Foster System - Residence.
Julian Thornton - Former foster parent.
Natalie Thornton - Former foster parent.
John Stevens - Former foster parent.
Stephanie Hunter - Former foster parent.
Milton Rocksworth (Deceased) - Former foster parent. Villain (Level 6 telepath).
??? - Biological Mother.
??? - Biological Father.
:: Relationships ::
To be added as events unfolds.
:: Abilities ::
Power Classes: Cerebral 3, Super System 4, Extra-Sensory (?).
Cerebral: To put it simply, Saila's mind is essentially the telepathic equivalent of a bear trap. Anyone attempting to establish direct brain-to-brain contact with it will open themself to a tremendously violent and painful backlash, easily capable of leaving them with a crippling migraine for several hours. This ability appears to function by redirecting the target's own mental energy towards them, meaning that the stronger the attempt, the more devastating the counter attack. Simple probes will usually only result in a mild headache, while full on psychic assault can cause coma, or even death, depending on the strength of the attacker. It is also completely shielded from extra-sensory means of detection in general, and can only be targeted by cognitive powers when the user is aware of Saila's exact location, usually by sight. It is extremely resistant to generalized, non-targeted and subconscious cognitive powers as well, and render Saila basically inexistent from a metaphysical perspective. This ability appears to affect learning capabilities to a degree, enabling to assimilate new information at a vastly accelerated rate.
Super System: While it does not exhibit any immediately observable superhuman capabilities, Saila's body has a ridiculously efficient metabolism by normal human standards. It can easily hold onto a single breath of oxygen for almost thirty minutes, and requires only a very minimal amount of nutrients to sustain itself. Even with very little exercise, its muscles never seem to atrophy, and it always remains in fairly good condition. It is nearly completely immune to emotion affecting meta-human capabilities, and can consciously control hormonal triggers for various natural body functions. It only requires rest every fifteen days or so, and is sometimes even able to forego sleeping entirely with careful management of time schedule, replacing it with short periods of somnolent trance instead. Although it is unclear whether this is a by-product of cerebral or physical abilities, Saila also appears to display very good proprioceptive abilities, allowing for fairly impressive athletic feats, although they usually remains well within the bounds of normal human capabilities. Theories point towards a significantly slowed rate of aging, although it has yet to be officially confirmed.
Extra-Sensory (Suspected): While it has yet to be officially verified, Saila is strongly suspected to possess some sort of low leveled extra-sensory ability. The adolescent displays excessively good situational awareness, and often seems to react before events even begin to occur. Things rarely ever seem to come as a surprise, and if they do, responses are always swift and immediate. While a lot of this can be chalked up to mundane observation skills and good reflexes, it still remains highly suspicious.
Weaknesses: Normal human vulnerabilities, basically. Cannot throw fireballs, shrug off bullets, shoot lightning out the arse, use adamentium claws or make impenetrable force fields. Has a very slow metabolism, leading to regenerative capabilities which work slightly less quickly than those of a baseline human. While equipped with formidable stamina, has very little in the way of actual muscle strength, and will struggle with heavy lifting or other physically demanding tasks. Will still require increased amounts of food and rest after intense physical activity, and can still get tired the ordinary way, albeit much, much more slowly than normal. The telepathic shield expands amounts of mental energy proportional to the strength of the encounter when used. A simple telepathic poke might mean that Saila will need a few more minutes of sleep to recover that week, while a full blown psychic assault might leave the mind completely exhausted and unable to concentrate properly until it has rested for an hour or two. Repelling a class 10 assault might cause Saila to fall into an immediate coma for several days. Amusingly enough, seems to have trouble predicting the behaviour of shielded individuals, and will usually react less quickly than usual to slow moving people and objects. Much like a vampire, is vulnerable to wooden stakes through the heart and beheading. Blunt force trauma applied to the skull is also highly effective, much like with a zombie. Salt, holy water and cold iron have thus far shown no unusual effects, however.
:: Other ::
Is suspected, in addition to extra-sensory perception, to possess other low powered abilities, so much so that they do not register during regular testing. While there are indeed several aspects of Saila's powers which remain undiscovered, they should generally remain relatively unnoticeable throughout the course of the roleplay.
Name: Alex Avery Dupré
Nickname/Alias/Etc...: Prefers to go by the pseudonym Saila Eman-Tsal, usually shortened to either Saila or Eman. (Has some fairly unpleasant memories associated with the official name).
Age: Sixteen.
Gender: ???
Height: 5'8. (173 cm)
Weight: 130 lbs. (59 Kg)
Status: New Student.
:: Appearance ::
Hair Colour: Raven Black.
Eye Colour: Green.
Ethnicity: Ambiguous. Has very pale olive skin.
Physical Appearance: The best word to describe Saila's appearance would be thin. Standing at the rather average height of 5'8, the young adult has a very streamlined, slender looking frame, almost completely devoid of any significant curves. Flat chested and narrow shouldered, Saila's body is slim and lacks any discernible body hair. Despite its seemingly delicate appearance, however, it is naturally fairly swift and athletic, and has a remarkable propensity for running. Due to a lack of exposure to sunlight, Saila's olive tinted skin remains extremely pale. For the most part, it is relatively smooth and devoid of any visible scars and blemishes, although there is an old wound on the lower right leg from a childhood accident. All things considered, Saila's face could be considered to be reasonably attractive, albeit in a slightly androgynous way. Heart shaped and donning boyishly short hair, it has a sharp, slightly austere appearance. Small nosed, thin lipped and sharp eyed, the combination is vaguely reminiscent of a young school teacher, reinforced by the thinly arched eyebrows and perpetual pensive frown. A spark of mischief gleams within the verdant green eyes, however, slightly dispelling the serious demeanor, along with a faint smile which seems to permanently painted on the corner of the lips.
Attire: Generally tends to hold in favor robust, comfortable attires above all else. Jeans, cargo pants, hoodies, tee shirts and collared shirts for the most part. Has a very pronounced distaste towards flashy, impractical garments like high heels, overly baggy jeans, short skirts or ties. Has a certain tendency towards wearing black or darkly coloured clothing, although it is by no means a rule. Depending on the conditions, will either wear lightweight running shoes or sturdy leather work boots. Usually wears a belt with several pouches on it, containing, amongst other things, a cellphone.
:: Personality ::
Outward & Innate Personality: Contrary to what appearances might suggest, Saila is actually a highly mischievous and playful individual. Loving above all else to mess around with people's preconceptions, Saila is fond of using a very dry, deadpan tone of voice when speaking, often leaving people wondering whether what was said was actually serious or not. Absolutely adores playing with exact letter of words, implying complete falsehoods without ever saying anything technically untrue. Often comes across as ridiculously unfazed deviations from commonly accepted societal norms, although it might really be more a case of being unaware of them in the first place than anything else. Saila usually aims to maintain a very rational and objective method of thinking, and is easily irritated by faulty logic and petty behaviour. As a side effect of mental and physiological powers, Saila is mostly immune to most forms of physical pleasure, and will be very uneasy in any discussion dealing with them. Generally tends to prefer being left alone, but can be coaxed out of isolation by a sufficiently interesting discussion. Can be particularly harsh and sarcastic towards people deemed annoying. Beneath the surface, Saila harbors a slightly cynical and nihilistic view of the world, which has so far been kept at bay by constantly occupying the mind elsewhere. Has a love for learning new, interesting things, and spends a lot of time browsing the internet for new knowledge.
Hobbies/Interests: Due to a rather unique power set, Saila is capable of assimilating information at a noticeably faster rate than most normal humans. As a result, Saila spends a very large portion of time learning things, either through reading books or browsing online. Loves old literature in general, and has a considerable fondness for the works of Lovecraft, Poe and Machiavelli. Also enjoys most forms of creative activities, from drawing or sculpting all the way to metal working or wood working. Is very partial to puzzles and intellectual challenges as well.
Skills/Talents: Again due to powers, Saila is easily capable of mastering in a few weeks what would ordinarily take a normal person several months, and has accumulated a vast array of skills as a result. Chemistry, metal working, drawing and lockpicking are among the many skills that were picked up through online exploration. Saila, while not a master at anything by any means, tries to at the very least dabble in pretty much everything.
Quotes:
"Technically, I never actually said that I didn't do it. I believe my exact words were "Do you really honestly believe I would do something so stupid?". You were the one who inferred I wouldn't."
"To be honest, the most offensive thing about that insult was how profoundly petty, unimaginative and stupid it was. I would respond in kind but, honestly, if the only real basis you have for your own self worth is the size of your chest, I'd say you probably don't need me putting you down any further."
Family:
Natalie Thornton - Former foster parent.
Stephanie Hunter - Former foster parent.
??? - Biological Father.
:: Relationships ::
To be added as events unfolds.
:: Abilities ::
Power Classes: Cerebral 3, Super System 4, Extra-Sensory (?).
Cerebral: To put it simply, Saila's mind is essentially the telepathic equivalent of a bear trap. Anyone attempting to establish direct brain-to-brain contact with it will open themself to a tremendously violent and painful backlash, easily capable of leaving them with a crippling migraine for several hours. This ability appears to function by redirecting the target's own mental energy towards them, meaning that the stronger the attempt, the more devastating the counter attack. Simple probes will usually only result in a mild headache, while full on psychic assault can cause coma, or even death, depending on the strength of the attacker. It is also completely shielded from extra-sensory means of detection in general, and can only be targeted by cognitive powers when the user is aware of Saila's exact location, usually by sight. It is extremely resistant to generalized, non-targeted and subconscious cognitive powers as well, and render Saila basically inexistent from a metaphysical perspective. This ability appears to affect learning capabilities to a degree, enabling to assimilate new information at a vastly accelerated rate.
Super System: While it does not exhibit any immediately observable superhuman capabilities, Saila's body has a ridiculously efficient metabolism by normal human standards. It can easily hold onto a single breath of oxygen for almost thirty minutes, and requires only a very minimal amount of nutrients to sustain itself. Even with very little exercise, its muscles never seem to atrophy, and it always remains in fairly good condition. It is nearly completely immune to emotion affecting meta-human capabilities, and can consciously control hormonal triggers for various natural body functions. It only requires rest every fifteen days or so, and is sometimes even able to forego sleeping entirely with careful management of time schedule, replacing it with short periods of somnolent trance instead. Although it is unclear whether this is a by-product of cerebral or physical abilities, Saila also appears to display very good proprioceptive abilities, allowing for fairly impressive athletic feats, although they usually remains well within the bounds of normal human capabilities. Theories point towards a significantly slowed rate of aging, although it has yet to be officially confirmed.
Extra-Sensory (Suspected): While it has yet to be officially verified, Saila is strongly suspected to possess some sort of low leveled extra-sensory ability. The adolescent displays excessively good situational awareness, and often seems to react before events even begin to occur. Things rarely ever seem to come as a surprise, and if they do, responses are always swift and immediate. While a lot of this can be chalked up to mundane observation skills and good reflexes, it still remains highly suspicious.
Weaknesses: Normal human vulnerabilities, basically. Cannot throw fireballs, shrug off bullets, shoot lightning out the arse, use adamentium claws or make impenetrable force fields. Has a very slow metabolism, leading to regenerative capabilities which work slightly less quickly than those of a baseline human. While equipped with formidable stamina, has very little in the way of actual muscle strength, and will struggle with heavy lifting or other physically demanding tasks. Will still require increased amounts of food and rest after intense physical activity, and can still get tired the ordinary way, albeit much, much more slowly than normal. The telepathic shield expands amounts of mental energy proportional to the strength of the encounter when used. A simple telepathic poke might mean that Saila will need a few more minutes of sleep to recover that week, while a full blown psychic assault might leave the mind completely exhausted and unable to concentrate properly until it has rested for an hour or two. Repelling a class 10 assault might cause Saila to fall into an immediate coma for several days. Amusingly enough, seems to have trouble predicting the behaviour of shielded individuals, and will usually react less quickly than usual to slow moving people and objects. Much like a vampire, is vulnerable to wooden stakes through the heart and beheading. Blunt force trauma applied to the skull is also highly effective, much like with a zombie. Salt, holy water and cold iron have thus far shown no unusual effects, however.
:: Other ::
Is suspected, in addition to extra-sensory perception, to possess other low powered abilities, so much so that they do not register during regular testing. While there are indeed several aspects of Saila's powers which remain undiscovered, they should generally remain relatively unnoticeable throughout the course of the roleplay.
I already have a basic outline for a character laid out, do you think it would work for the RP?
If not, I could probably find something else...
If not, I could probably find something else...
Interesting good. :)
Interesting...
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Seems extremely interesting...
I have a character idea in mind that I've been meaning to use for a while, and I think it would fit perfectly in here. Would you be open to someone playing a sort of temporary antagonist character for a single mission? It would have bit of a "monster of the week" flavor to it, so to speak. It might also provide people with a convenient way to introduce their characters. If you are interested, I could send you the details via private messaging. If you aren't, it is perfectly alright as well, I just figured it wouldn't hurt to take a chance and check.
I have a character idea in mind that I've been meaning to use for a while, and I think it would fit perfectly in here. Would you be open to someone playing a sort of temporary antagonist character for a single mission? It would have bit of a "monster of the week" flavor to it, so to speak. It might also provide people with a convenient way to introduce their characters. If you are interested, I could send you the details via private messaging. If you aren't, it is perfectly alright as well, I just figured it wouldn't hurt to take a chance and check.
Welcome to the Guild, enter freely and of your own will, and may you leave behind some of the happiness you bring with you. :D
For somone who's native language isn't english, your writing seems quite impressive, to be honest.
I like the username, by the way...
I look foward to potentially seeing you in the future!
For somone who's native language isn't english, your writing seems quite impressive, to be honest.
I like the username, by the way...
I look foward to potentially seeing you in the future!
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