“So I see the title caught your attention, well then welcome to 2034 in a dimension opposite of our own. The world has progressed much like our own, but things are much different. Humans were not the only race to become intelligent enough to create civilizations, and creatures we would consider only myth have flourished and lived alongside their human counterparts for thousands of years. Welcome to Houston, Texas where you can be anything you want. From a Elvish cowboy to a Orc Football player. You can even live out a rudimentary life as a dragon who owns a pawnshop. The sky is the limit and even then it’s not that much of a limit.
The RP will be rather open world though for the most part I’d like most events to take place within the main city, though this doesn’t mean there can’t be side plots in other places. This will be a RP with no character limits and lots of NPCS. Lots of experiences are to be had from corrupt politicians, gang wars, and even Terrorist activities, I’m not even mentioning the rigors of day to day life in this world. If you have any questions suggestions etc simply ask me. I am currently working on a OOC so don’t expect it to be to long before you will be able to create your character in a World where just about anything is possible.” Quote from the Interest Check
2034, The city of HoustonEver since Texas seceded from the United states in 2029 things have been on a heavy change in the lone star state.
A recent bill has been brought up by the Governor he is trying furiously to push it through. This very bill would change the lives of thousands as it requires all Magic Users to register and be kept track of publicly. Recent Crackdowns in poverty areas have created friction between the lower class Citizens of Houston and it’s Law Enforcement. Companies buy up large areas of land and kick the occupants out of their home, riots happen daily in the streets as people rally to try and save their homes. Abductions of non Humans have increased in significant proportions, and Pro Human Purity Rallies have begun taking place frequently in the streets as well. To top this all off two Terrorist attacks have taken place, one of them a bombing of a Police Station, and the other a City Council Chambers that luckily no one was in. This has lead to a movement to have PMCs patrol the city streets with military grade weaponry alongside the police force.
All These Things coming together are creating a powder keg in the City of Houston that seems like it could explode at any moment. Is it all coincidence? Will the city Destroy itself? What will you do in your part in this story? Will you save the city, help destroy it, or will you simply stand by and watch. It’s your choice. You should make it quick though if you want to survive in Houston.
OOC StuffsAlright just to get it out of the way let’s start off with the rules.1. Keep it Civil. I don’t care if someone’s dragon character is trying to eat your dwarf in the RP it’s in the RP don’t bring it into the OOC.
2. If I make a ruling on something or one of the GMs does then that’s the final ruling, no ifs ands or buts. I hate having to argue with people after I’ve made a decision.
3. Don’t Be OP I love you guys and I love creativity and I love to see you guys be SUPER creative, but don’t go around blowing up buildings and stuff with magic spells.
4. Post at least a paragraph per post. I don’t want to see a single line. There’s always at least enough for a paragraph.
5. Violence happens, sex happens, cussing happens. Only one of those can’t happen here. I don’t care if you RP sex. Just don’t do it in my RP. Insinuations of it having happened are fine. I just don’t want detailed RP of romance intimacy in the RP.
6. Have fun
7. Make as many characters as you want! As long as you are able to keep up with them!
8. Don’t hold everyone up. If you’re gonna be gone a few days. Let us know. This is a casual RP People RPing in this section usually post at least once every two days. Not saying YOU HAVE TO just saying let us know if you won’t be able to so we’re not sitting here waiting on you.
9. OBEY THE GMS! Just felt like I needed to reinforce that.
10. EISENHORN IS A GM
11. No Godmodding, Mary Sues, Or Gary Sues.
RacesWhen it comes to races, the Sky is really the limit. If it’s something that exists in mythology or fantasy. I’ll more than likely allow it. As long as it’s not some weird feral creature. Also no aliens. Some examples are above in the picture, but you are not restricted to them. For instance dragons may not be in the picture, but dragons ARE allowed and can take a human form. Giants Sadly are not…
This map is subject to change PURELY as people create companies or organizations they will claim areas and I’ll have to edit it. It will be updated frequently. Let’s move on!
Companies and OrganizationsSubject to Change are more are added or removed from play
Houston PD: The Houston Police department is half honorable and courageous men and half crooked and bribe taking criminals. These guys can either be your hero or your worst nightmare. You never know if they’re gonna stop the guy who’s mugging you or ask him for half of what he takes out of your pocket.
The Yakuza: One of the largest and most power crime syndicates in Houston they have really flourished in the past few years, their money paying for many of the suits local Law Enforcement has been wearing. They have the claim on the Drug and Prostitute trade in the city and really don’t like it when someone closes in on their Turf.
Algera Corp: A leading producer in Pharmaceuticals, firearms, and Bionics. They hire only the finest security firms in Texas and have plenty of money to throw around when they need to.
OPERATION FREEDOM: is a terrorist organization. No one knows where they are, who is in the group, or who leads it. It is only know that they seek to reclaim the city from it’s corrupt government and companies.
Character Made Organizations/Companies
RPCWhite: Aegius Security
Aegius Security, Aegius Security is a pro american company that helps local towns with policing alongside the regular police departments. And providing anti terror units in place of swat teams. They are a very rich company that consists of only veterans of military from combat MOS'. They are under investigation for some arms dealing and other charges. Due to their much needed support the police will most likely look the other way unless someone can catch one of these acts and link it back to them and it go on the public news.
Unlucky0013: Fun and Unique Computer Korp
Currently works on contract for Fun and Unique Computer Korp, where their employ's motto is to "grab the cash and dash". they currently make apps and games for any and everything and manages all expenses through off-shore bank accounts. They don't care who is what race as long as you work cheep and get the job done.
Eisenhorn: Fine Print Investigative Services
Victor runs his own private detective service, Fine Print Investigative Services, and he'll take just about any client, for any reason. Its only him, living out of what loosely conforms to the idea of an office. It is located on the border between the Non-Human suburbs, Elf Haven, and Corporate HQ's, which gives him a lot of traffic of all kinds, though not all of them are looking for him for good reasons.
The office itself is a two story building at the corner of a street, with a battered sign hanging from above the doorway with a document and magnifying glass, and in older fancy script, Fine Print Investigative Services, and on the door was, on the glass, Detective Viktor Vladov in several different languages, including a few that weren't common to humanity. The first floor of the office was the actual office, and when one walked in they would quickly see it was cozy, if functional. A wood stove in the corner for an emergency, old carpet on the floor, a naked bulb hanging from the ceiling, several chairs, a couch, coffee table with a variety of current and not so current magazines, and a larger desk from which Victor worked. The desk held various reports, notes, paystubs, IOU's, and a bunch of other various and sundry things one would expect. A lockbox and safe under the desk are both secure from physical and magical intrusion, holding his various ammunition loadouts, both magical and mundane, and Viktor has no intent of letting anyone have those. Behind a locked door is a stairwell leading upstairs to his home, all open space so one can just walk where they need to. A small kitchenette, with stove, microwave, and refridgerator rested in the corner closest to the door. An armchair and small couch faced a used, but functional, 46" plasma screen TV, while a smaller, nicer desk faced the window, which had a computer and some writing utensils and paperwork on it as well, although at first glance the paperwork would actually be correspondence with various people in the city, who didn't trust electronics to get their messages back and forth. His twin sized bed was in the corner opposite of the door, and one of two rooms walled from the others, the other being a tiny bathroom adjacent to the small bedroom, since no one wants to see you using the john, after all.
kagethekiller: Underhill Motorcycle Club
The Underhill Motorcycle Club is known for being halflings but is accepting of every race and creed. Most of the business he gets is in the Drug and Arms business, though his market has been closing up for a few years now due to the rising power of the Yakuzas. He mainly runs the bar at the club and does the heavier Jobs they get from time to time. His gang is known for the discreetness and connection, so many people come to him for help or odd things that need to be done. They have also been taking on more and more theft jobs lately from the higher ups and have been collecting a good amount of change. In his spare time Rig has also been taking assassination Jobs from some of the more powerful people running the government, he works only with a small team of assassin halflings, despite how hard he's tried to keep those operations discreet, word has got out.
deadpixel101: The Texas Times
The Texas times. A relatively mediocre company with a relatively mediocre paper.
Rensai: Operation Freedom
Hasty on dispensing justice for something the government has let slip through the cracks, the growing corporate hold on this city has further increased the gap between the classes. Those who are poor are getting poorer, while the rich line the government’s pockets with legal bribes. The whole system is to blame for this disparaging reality, and since the democratic view of changing things looks hopeless, these so-called terrorists will be the one to do the hard work. Even if it gets ugly, and innocents are caught in the way, no losses will be in vain, for achieving the greater good gives little time for grieving over mistakes or collateral damage.
Krinos Solstice: The Dragon's Den
The Dragon's Den. It mostly sells clothing, with a bit of jewellery, custom-made by Aussir himself. However, the jewellery is made as a hobby, and only if he comes across materials he likes for them. The company itself is far from racist, considering they have clothing for each race, and often encourage people to come and take a look at their wares. Recently, Aussir has had to hire someone to tend to the register, a young female dragon from the neighborhood. The company isn't big, just the one store, which seems to do quite well for itself. Their business is done in a professional and courteous manner, never forcing someone who walks in, to buy something. Half of their profits go to the maintaining of the neighborhood, which has been done for well over ninety years, and has continued even under Aussir's inheritance. The store is located in the Dragon-Burrough, close to the border of Elf Haven.
Clove: Houston Public Library
Houston Public Library, the largest public library in Houston. The library is open to anyone anywhere and anyone can check out a book as long as they have a library card attributed to the library. HPL is centrally located and is located above and houses a secret vault containing the national repository and archive of magical artifacts and spells protected by a two foot thick titanium vault door that weighs about six tons with a fingerprint lock, eye print lock, electronic combination, and rotary combination with a glass wall failsafe.
Shurikai: Lotuswich Shoppe
Lotuswich Shoppe at the edge of Elf Haven just outside Dragon's Den. A sandwich shop that Lillium has created from the ground up. She used her own money to get it started as she never trusted the bank or anyone else for a loan. It does fairly well, aside from random attacks by "criminals".
Due to her past, Lillium won't allow anyone who could be remotely considered Yakuza to eat her sandwiches.
Many police officers are not welcome.
The Government: This is mostly filled with high class people who were born with a Silver Spoon in their mouth. These people are usually some of the most corrupt in the city their pockets lined with the cash of major Corporations. There are a few Knights in shining armor among them though.
The moment you’ve all been waiting for… The CS
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Race: (Remember Races vary greatly! I’m giving a lot of options. Don’t abuse my love. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned)
Age:
Gender:
Profession/Role/Position: What do you do? What rank are you?)
Appearance: (Pictures are very acceptable as is written, though you better go into some detail. A picture is worth a thousand words after all. And for those of you who just grab the first anime picture available… Don’t. Put some thought into the images you pick.)
Equipment: (Modern to a bit futuristic. No laser guns :P but shock swords are just fine! )
Implants: (Be sensible with this.. Don’t go implanting a cannon in your arm.. Cause you won’t have a arm anymore.)
Magic: (You can pick and choose magic as you see fit. Though you don’t learn magic in this world you are born with magic naturally. Though you can learn new magics from other magic users. I’m leaving what magic you have fairly open because I like to see people get creative. Just don’t go overboard if you start dropping meteors from the sky or raising the dead of the whole city I’ll drop a fat chocobo on you out of the blue si? Si. )
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Bio: (This doesn’t really have any guidelines. It can be as vague or detailed as you want. It all depends on how much you want others to know about your characters.)
Misc:
Company/Organization: (If you are going to own or run one I’d like details on it. What does it do? How big is it? How do they do business… Are they racist? DO THEY dislike other species?)
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