It started with a woman. Not just any woman, but the princess of Svilgard. The
princess was an extraordinarily beautiful person. Her blond hair was said to shine
like the sun, and her blue eyes were deep as the Ocean. Her skin was flawless, her
body slender, but best of all was her heart.
She started receiving marriage and courtship request at the tender age of thirteen.
All we denied by her wise father, but when she reached the age of sixteen, she only
grew in popularity. All desired her, and all presented their gifts. Diamonds, jewels, a
castle even, were presented to her. The most valuable marriage offer was from the
prince of Tarkeos. Tarkeos was an even larger kingdom than Svilgard! His offer was
his kingdom, yet she denied him. He was an ugly man inside, and in a fit of rage he
spirited the princess away.
Naturally, her father wished her back. The elderly king of Tarkeos, not wishing a
war, agreed to punish his son, and return the princess. Yet when the princess was
returned, she was found dead. Sword and dagger wounds had punctured her body,
and she had not been able to fight back. The war began soon afterwards. Many
countries joined in with Svilgard, wishing to have a share in the downfall of Tarkeos.
Presently, the war has been going on for over five years. Both kingdoms are
desperate the end the feud, yet neither will surrender. They have now started hiring
mercenaries to fight their battles, and that is where you will come in.
No, this is not your typical fantasy classes. This is simply a few ideas on what you
might want to start your character out with.
#1 - A mercenary. You can be a hulking brute, carrying your waraxe, stained with
the blood of innocents. You could be an elegant and quick swordsman, with your
blade dashing to and fro. You could be a skilled archer, able to quickly dispatch your
foes from a distance. You have many opportunities to choose what you shall do.
#2 - Hedge knight. A penniless soldier, a ruined lord, that is what you are. You were
formerly under the good graces of your lord, but some act cost you disgrace. You
now have more honor than a mercenary, but are near the same rank. If you
somehow commit an act of great courage, you will earn respect from a lord, which
may grant you a title again.
#3 - Spymaster. One might think of a warrior bringing victory to a battle, but it is
really a spy. Bringing word and news from other men, spies can easily deliver
information that can turn the tide of a battle. They are also used as assassins.
#4 - Lord, or Mercenary commander. This will happen only if enough people apply.
You have authority over other soldiers. You can choose to do as you please,
supporting whichever side you wish. This is not a difficult position to understand.
#5 - A lady. Though this isn't really a class, I will quickly explain how females will
work out in Guts. There are roughly four female positions - A lady, a mercenary, and
a temptress. A lady manages her household, and she has some power over other
Lords. For example, if PLAYER1 is the lady of Lord PLAYER2, she can ask him to
support PLAYER3 in his goal. Secondly, a female mercenary . . . Is the same as a male
mercenary. Both male and female MUST BE REALISTIC. You will not be running
around with two massive axes. You will not a slender, lithe female but somehow be
able to take a sword to your stomach, or lift a battleaxe. That's all I ask. Finally,
there is a temptress. Temptress's are like the female spies. They can kill and steal
information, but also attempt to influence a lord's decision in bed. For example,
PLAYER1, a temptress, asks PLAYER2, a lord, to help PLAYER3. They don't have as
much power as a lady in that area.
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Depending on your position, I will give various people various duties. A mercenary
group may be assigned to ambush a convoy, and a temptress may be assigned to
murder a Lord. I will be controlling most of the high up characters ( Kings,
spymaster, etc. ) to ensure that there's no silly stuff :p
Finally, how do battles work? I love this idea. I hope you like it too! Basically, GROUP1
AND GROUP2 are fighting. I will use a random number generator. If 1 wins, GROUP1
wins, but if 2 wins, GROUP2 wins. Lords, ladies, spymasters, EVERYONE can influence
a battle. If a spy kills a Lord for group1, group1 will gain a point. Therefore, it shall
be two numbers for GROUP1 and one number for GROUP2. Does this make sense? :)
If it does not, just say so in the comments. Every evening I will post a battle report
based on how the odds were that day.
Now that you know the facts, here is the application format! :)
Name:
Age:
Position / Class:
Appearance: ( Verbal / pictures are both fine. )
History: ( Backstory )
Personality: ( Keep blank if you wish to develop it in the IC. )
To apply, simply fill out the application and post it below.
NO MAGIC
NO FANTASY RACES
NO DRAGONS.
Pure medieval.
IC will be out soon, it's depending on how many people apply. If you have any
questions don't hesitate to ask!