One by one. All across galaxies, dimensions, and time; intelligent life has been stolen from existence just before their death or event that causes a major point in their thread of fate. No one ever knew where they went or why they were chosen. Most don't even realize that such a ridiculous thing can happen. But for some, it is a reality that marks a new chapter in their life. One cut off from the world they once knew for reasons unknown.
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Each player will be playing a character of their own choice and design, to be trapped in a two-layered complex at an unknown point in time and space. Each character will be outfitted with an irremovable collar, suppressing all major powers until scheduled summons transport them into a 1v1 arena. Although the fight is to the death; before termination of either party, both contestants rejoin their fellow prisoners until the next scheduled fight. Though all tournaments must end, not all should be allowed to finish.
Apart from race, background, and all the finer details of a character sheet (which will be released with OOC); characters will be comprised of two major sections. While for the most part I will let most any concept be allowed; the 'collars' will dampen everything to an even playing field.
Abilities: Parts of your character that stem off a more natural side effect of what they are. Something that wouldn't probably be cut off from usage even with a nullifying collar attached.
Powers: Parts of your character that show what they can do. Be it magic, spirits, or old fashion super powers. This is your arsenal against other players, or whenever your collar isn't activated. Most objects and items of note can be found with relative ease for those that want to get a bit more mundane.
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Ideally I'd like a good number of people. While there is no hard limit, if this ever gets too popular I may trim it down or request additional aid.