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Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

@Punished GN I have a character that went through Severance, but then through another Kindling Event. Should I list the spells from their previous Lux as well?

@silvermist1116

So once you go through Serverance you can not go through another Kindling Event as your connection to Lux has been cut off entirely.

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

@Atrophy I absolutely adore Sloane and what you've done with her lux. I can't wait to play alongside your character, they're very unique and enjoyable to read! ^^

@Bartimaeus

add under the sycamore tree to your sig nerd

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

@Atrophy Accepted homie, move her to the character tab.

Hexmark ⫻ The Curse can be broken by throwing salt, fire, or holy water onto the cursed object. While casting the Spell, Sloane is left vulnerable and is not wise to use this Spell in a fight.

Object of Obsession ⫻ There are no weaknesses or drawbacks of note.

Counterfeit ⫻ There are no weaknesses or drawbacks of note.

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

My weakness. o_o;

@Estylwen

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

@FernStone Accepted, you can move her to the tab.

Body Temperature Manipulation ⫻ While heated up, Linqian is more susceptible to water and other factors that would cool her down. While cooled, it's vice-versa; she is far weaker against fire and the heat. She's not entirely immune to the effects of heat/cold, and going too hard can cause injuries. This does not differentiate between friend and foe; she can accidentally burn or freeze a friend touching her. If Linqian quickly shifts from one temperature to another, she can induce thermal shock in herself and possibly die.

Heat & Cold Manipulation ⫻ These Spells do not differentiate between friend and foe and can be risky during team-based combat. This Spell can also cause her to overheat/overcool faster if she uses it with her Body-Temperature Manipulation.

Ice Hands ⫻ This Spell weakens her against fire/heat-based attacks and can cause her actual flesh to melt (not pretty).

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

I've updated the CS, please let me know how to looks.

@Estylwen

Much, much, better.

Accepted. Move her to the character tab.

WEAKNESSES ⫻ Accessing the Void Light opens Alizée's eyes to the Void itself... and over time, by utilizing the Void Light, she will begin to see hallucinations of the horrors of the Void. Eldritch abominations and people lost to the Void will appear alongside the mundane universe that Alizée is used to, attacking her mental state and making her doubt what is real and what is fake. The more Alizée (or the Apparition she's adjoined to) uses her abstraction, the worse this effect gets so that she will be functionally blind if she goes all out (as she'll see into the Void). This effect wears off over time, but its effects on her mentally will not. However, sapping away someone else strength and energy also begins to drain away at her - it won't be as dramatic as on the victim, but if she does this a lot, she can stop her own heart. An Abstraction like this will unnerve others and make it difficult for people to trust her.

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@Bartimaeus Accepted. Move her to the character tab.

Dominion ⫻ The act of casting Domination causes Eksa to remain stationary, and she can easily be injured and knocked out of the spell. If she loses the Dominion grudge match, she can lose control of her body, making this a high-risk, high-reward spell.

Amplified Sealing ⫻ This Spell requires prep time and leaves her vulnerable while she prepares it.

Seek Apparitions ⫻ This Spell is a two-way door that reveals her location to the Apparitions around her as well.

Black Pact ⫻ Eksa must also abide by the conditions she sets or else she will lose access to all of her Spells for a day.

Black Shroud ⫻ While the Black Shroud is active, it also prevents boons from Apparitions such as healing or teleportation.

Nomadic Odyssey: Find Your Heart

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Interactions: Isabella (@Kamen Evie), and Florian (@Drag)

World Fighting Carnival - Reception Room.

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“Sure,”

Izzy

Excellent.

While Izzy was uncomfortable working with Florian, Oh-Seven looked at the bigger picture. If Oh-One won, it was game over for all of them, and she would like to continue her existence as more than one of Oh-One's subroutines. Thankfully, Jill did her job and didn't have to explain Oh-One to him...

”Who is Oh-One?”

Florian

... but Florian was a different discussion.

Oh-Seven didn't have time to explain things to this clueless rich guy, as they wasted more time. Every second they wasted was another second that Oh-One needed to put his plans into action. A supremely logical being like Oh-One would prioritize every second and make them as valuable as possible. Thankfully, Florian was probably as clueless as they got, so she could give him the most basic explanation she could come up with, and he'd (probably) fall for it.

"Time is of the essence, so I will be concise;" Oh-Seven started, "Big evil robot. He is trying to steal the Power Stone. He's likely here now. We have to be quick-"

That was when a cloud of smoke appeared in the middle of the group... out of reflex, Oh-Seven was about to deploy her machine gun, but her scanners indicated that it was none other than...

"... Jaden Raldo," Oh-Seven tilted her head and put on the most artificial smile she could. The smoke faded, and it revealed Jaden with his fists on his hips, grinning with that damn joint in between his teeth. It was evident that he overheard - likely using some ninja technique. Maybe there was an upside to one of the most obnoxious Nomads out there. According to Oh-Seven's calculations, at the very worst, Jaden will be another thing for Oh-One to laser that isn't one of them!

"In the flesh, baby!" Jaden proudly said as he grabbed his joint with his fingers and looked at Auri, Izzy, and Florian. Then continued, "I just overheard your conversation, and heard that ya'lls got a robot problem. And I'm here to say..."

He grabbed and unsheathed one of his swords, making a loud clinking sound.

"And I'm here to say I'm here to help! Free of charge."

Oh-Seven looked over to Izzy... who already seemed less than pleased and wondered if this group of misfits was more of a threat to each other than Oh-One was a threat to them. Fortunately, all they had to do was go underground, punch Oh-one, and then they could all go their separate ways...

"Excellent! Time is of the essence; we have to head down now!" Oh-Seven said in the most excited tone she could...

... Even though, deep down in that hardware and subroutines, she was screaming.

World Fighting Carnival - Tunnel Underneath.

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Thankfully, the doors to the tunnels underneath the World Fighting Carnival were still open... and Oh-Seven led her merry bunch there. By her scans, all the security systems were disabled, which wasn't a good thing, as it meant that Oh-One had already interfaced with them and was likely in a position to turn them back on. She made big, flagrant steps similar to big ol' kicks as she marched through the tunnel halls.

"So, Auri," Jaden spoke to her.

"Yes?" Oh-Seven answered.

"What's your deal? Like, I get you got a bone to pick with roboman... but something about you..." He looked at her with his eyes narrowed. "... is off."

"I am a normal flesh and blood human, just like you. Nothing of note and nothing abnormal,"

"... Sounds like something a robot would say! Right boys?!" Jaden looked around as if he was hoping to get "hahas" and "hehes," but everyone was dead silent!

ALERT!

Oh-Seven came to a dead stop as her sensors detected something... the Necroid 99 from earlier, simply walking through the halls with what seemed to be the Power Stone. When Oh-Seven attempted to scan... it scrambled her scanners. Damn it! Oh-One installed these machines with special ^bullshit technology!

With no time to waste, Oh-Seven's right hand turned into a rocket launcher, and she shot "Necroid 99" on his side with the rocket... which caused it to stumble, but it didn't drop the Power Stone.

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Interactions:

World Fighting Carnival - Tunnel Underneath.

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Sonic Adventure - Theme of "E-102γ"

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Interface complete, breaking firewalls and accessing internal systems.

Oh-One held his hand against the terminal, interfacing with its inner systems.

Firewall one of twenty, broken. Time elapsed: two minutes. Twenty minutes are estimated before all firewalls and security systems are disabled. Cameras are active and have been interfaced with. All other security systems have been disabled. Will remain disabled for the duration of the Power Stone retrieval. Combatants, security, and spectators are unaware of their presence. The tournament is still ongoing...

However, the cameras detected two groups of individuals heading down into the vaults.

ALERT. ALERT. ALERT. SUBJECTS ENTERING THE TUNNELS: ISABELLA LEVAI, FLORIAN WESSINGTON I, MODEL-SEVEN, JADEN RALDO, DAREN METZGER, AND ARIANNA LEGOSE.

ACTIVATING DECOY MODELS.

The three robotic copies of the machine that Olivia Bell referred to as "Necroid 99" stirred to life. They were merely decoys for Oh-One's plan, and each held an artificial copy of the Power Stone that glowed brightly in their hands. Suddenly, the three minions walked into the tunnels, going in directions so that they would absolutely be seen by the intruders.

Calculating the odds of the plan needing adjustment... minimal.

Calculating the odds of the security system requiring reactivating... minimal.

Calculating the odds of personal involvement being required... minimal.

Calculating odds of success... extremely high.

Tyrant Shell: The Answer of Rain [CANCELLED]

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Ava

Interactions: Ijsvogel (@Mao Mao).

The Beach

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At this point, a good chunk of the rainforest that provided them with cover was on fire. It was not an immediate danger to the Shells, like the drones and the fighters, but eventually, that would be a huge problem if they didn't wrap this up soon. Magpie liked not getting ripped to shreds by fighters. She kept boosting as a few fighters were on her tail and eventually hopped over a charred piece of debris from a destroyed Airship. It was large enough to accommodate her minimal-sized Shell, and she quickly reactivated the claw and unleashed another barrage of missiles and created fireworks as they brightly exploded.

It was enough to give Magpie some time to get her bearings. Crow and Barn Owl were taking on the other fighters, and Magpie was tempted to provide support.... then Kingfisher dropped his damn weapon. Magpie rolled her eyes, wondered if this was his first fight, and saw Ossifrage leave cover to provide support....

Her sensors alerted her towards the downed cargo carrier, and she turned her head towards it to see a massive blue beam come out of the craft... and it hit Ossifrage head-on. It cleaved through the core of her shell, and she was launched backward and hit the ground with a thud. That hit incinerated the cockpit, and Magpie's sensors detected that her pilot was now deceased.

"Aaxie!" Magpie shouted.

"... Ossifrage-80 down. The good news is that you all will get her share of the payment for this mission. Searching for a replacement..." Ava finally chimed in with her dull monotone. "... Replacement found."

Magpie resisted the urge to curse Ava out as a Shell wielding a massive weapon leaped out of the Shell. It blasted its colossal beam into the treeline, trying to destroy as much of the cover the Vultures used as possible. A barrage of tiny missiles exploded from its shoulders, creating a white fireworks-like effect and spreading a targeting scrambling that interfered with Magpie's (and the others') FSC systems.

"Now, Vultures, I will be more hands-on since letting you all... out of your cage... has proven to be ineffectual. That is the Ushi-oni Model of Autonomous Murakumo Shells. They likely have other Shells within the carrier, but remember, this is simply a stalling tactic while they wait for reinforcements to arrive... I will ensure that they only find the aftermath of our handiwork. It's going to be difficult to handle this and the fighters, but the good news is that you have me here."

Magpie could just feel Ava placing her fingers together.

"Shrike, support Ijsvogel so he can get his weapon back; together, the two of you will destroy the remaining Shells before they activate. Crow and Barn Owl draw its attention and keep on the move. Magpie, cover them and make sure any fighters that get any bright ideas... don't get any. While that happens, I want Gizzard and Hachidori to rip the thing to shreds with their weapons. Copy?"

Magpie shook her head from within her Shell and begrudgingly said,

"Copy."

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

Alizée Altieri

∀ןızéǝ ∀ןʇıǝɹı

"I've been like this since I can remember."

_______________________________________________ Alizée Viola Altieri She/Her | 17 | French/Caucasian | 64 in. | 99.5 lbs. _______________________________________________ Night-stalker _______________________________________________ Skills & Talents "If you see me, it’s already too late." ___________________________________ [+] Trailing ⫻ Once she has settled on a Blind target or weak Apparition she likes, she can follow them at a distance all night. This includes staying out of sight, stalking, and blending into the environment around her. She can also pick up on subtle cues that give an indication as to where her target goes, especially if spooked. For example, she can see a window shutter waving in the wind and deduce that her prey has lept inside. Silence ⫻ She is able to move with the least amount of noise possible, placing her weight carefully so she doesn’t shuffle her clothing or disturb creaks in the wood of the floor, or scatter stones. This enhances her ability to trail a target. Parkour ⫻ The city is her oyster when she takes to the rooftops. Able to maneuver in front and back flips, rolling falls, careful foot placement, and hoisting herself over a ledge, she can navigate the maze of structures like a dancer.

Appearance ▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔ "Do I look normal?" Stands at 5’4 feet with a slim, leaning on thin, build. Her skin is ivory and freckled, like she doesn’t often see the sun. There’s endurance in her muscles, but it doesn’t show much in her build. This endurance allows her to leap from structure to structure when scaling the city’s skyline. There are a series of scars starting from her right collarbone down to her hip in the shape of bite marks, with scars mirroring on her back. Theses scars are from when she was bit by the Stygian Snake. She has silver rings in her pierced ears. Depending on her mood, she prefers hoodies and casual wear to obscure her face when trailing. When she’s not trailing, she dresses well in silk blouses and slacks.

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"I don’t think it’ll ever get better."

MAIN GOAL ⫻ She hopes to understand more about her apparition and how she can protect herself so she doesn’t have to night-stalk at its bidding.

PHILOSOPHY ⫻ She believes it’s better to be feared than loved.

SECRETS ⫻ She hides her insatiable thirst for entropy. She tries to blame it all on her apparition, but somehow, the thirst has become her own.

SEXUALITY ⫻ She is young and innocent, without thoughts of the such.

FEARS ⫻ She fears being alone and being trapped.

REPUTATION IN OLD COVEN ⫻ When it became known that she had fallen into the habit of night-stalking, she wasn’t well-liked. It often led to heated arguments when she refused to change her ways. It is likely that her inability to find an agreement with the heads of the Coven played a part in the dissolution.

ROLE IN THE BATTLE AGAINST THE STYGIAN SNAKE ⫻ She gripped the Snake in her phantom hands and sapped it of its strength, helping aid the battle and weaken it.

FLAWS ⫻ Her indecisiveness. She doesn’t want to give in to her thirst or her apparition’s demands wholeheartedly, yet she also doesn’t stop herself or seek help.

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"The Coven dissolving was the worst day of my life."

She was very young when she had dreams of walking through a dark place, what she would later learn was the Void. One of the times she walked, a being approached her, dark and smothering in its presence. It held out a phantom hand, and she, unknowing of the consequence of her action, held it.

When she awoke, the same apparition, albeit in a smaller form appeared before her. Ts voice was in her mind, and its desires were grappling with her own. They fought, and she managed to draw a figurative line between them, keeping control of herself and her body. However, its incessant thoughts and whispers continued to try and mold her to its will as time went on.

During the battle with the Stygian Snake, she sapped it of its energy and worked with her Coven to defeat it. She was only seven at the time, but her apparition was wise, and she had knowledge beyond her years.

In the dissolution of the Coven afterward, angry tears were shed. The Coven had been the one place where she felt she had family. And now, she was left to wander the world, alone, with apparition’s will crushing her at every given opportunity.

In the years after, she became a private investigator of sorts, looking into the paranormal for those who were Blind, and chasing out apparitions that were causing trouble. These apparitions often became her next target, sapping them of their strength to ensure they took a long time to recover. Sometimes, the Blind who contracted her would also become her targets, if they were deemed worthwhile.

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"It’s not just me in my head, you know."

TYPE ⫻ Aberration (Adjoined)

ABSTRACTION ⫻ Void Light: The seams of the Void that yearn for entropy, sapping strength away.

ABSTRACTION DESCRIPTION ⫻ A purple and dark, smoky light that appears around the hands or in beams, circular dots, waves, or other shapes. If phantom hands are summoned, there is enough strength in the Void Light to bend steel rebar. It can also be thinned down to a sharpened edge. Both she and the apparition can use Void Light.

Subcategories:
- Void Eyes: Appears as purple irises with a red ring around the pupil. Able to see manifestations of magic or paranormal anomalies, whether hidden or not. Can dissect the vision in layers.
- Void Heart: Her apparition from the Void, usually floating a couple of inches above her shoulder. A ball of void light with Void Eyes. Has a thirst for entropy.
- Void Arsenal: Manifesting shapes of Void Light that can be used to attack. To be touched by physical Void causes an immediate weakness in the body. Prolonged exposure saps all the energy of the target. Eventually, this is enough to slow and stop the heart, however, due to Emotional-Fields, it does not allow her to stop the heart outright, only bring it near.
- Void Warp: Can bend space between two points, passing between them in a flash of purple and black light. It allows her to warp to any location that she can physically see with her eyes.
- Void Entropy: Any strength that is sapped away by being in contact with her void light causes her to instantly absorb said energy, which can be used to sate the desires of the Void Heart.

LIMITS ⫻ Being able to sap a person or thing of its energy does not mean she can outright kill them. The Emotional-Fields prevent her from doing so.

WEAKNESSES ⫻ (DO NOT FILL THIS OUT, I WILL PROVIDE IT FOR YOU)

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"I just want to feel in control sometimes, you know?"

- TikTok Tribute
- She also speaks French.

@Estylwen

Wow, you're fast; I like how you correctly used Emotional-Fields and mentioned the Void. I see where you're going with this, but this character could use just a little work:

1. First, backstory! My first (and biggest) issue was that she's way too young to have been in the original Sycamore Tree Coven - the youngest member I mentioned was ten, and even that got a lot of flack. But, a seven-year-old... I live with a seven-year-old, and I don't even trust her to be by herself for more than five seconds, and I think she would be more harm than good in a fight against a borderline eldritch abomination — abstraction or not.

Also, a teenager being a private investigator? lol

2. Speaking of the backstory, it could use some expansion because of some holes. You don't explain how she got roped into the old Coven; just cuts to her fighting the Stygian Snake. You mentioned that the old coven didn't like her due to night stalking but never expanded on that. The backstory also seems to cut off and doesn't explain her returning to the Coven (or why).

3. As for her abstraction... I'm unsure how I feel about it; it seems to be all over the place. She can summon hands that can bend steel and sap strength away (which is good enough on its own, to be honest). Then she can also detect magic and paranormal beings, create weapons, and teleport anywhere she can see. If you want to keep all of these abilities, she could be like a master of none - where she can do many different things but isn't super good at it.

Could you also elaborate on the sapping strength part?

4. Maybe also expand on the Apparition because it's very vague.

The character has potential to be good, but I think she needs a little bit of work.

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

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Abstraction Symbolism Cheat-sheet

^{Note: This is not a guide or anything like that. You're free to come up with symbolism and your interpretations of what's below, and I've probably gone against it a few times myself. This is just how I interpret mechanics n' shit about abstractions.}

Elemental Abstractions: _______________________________________________ In general: Connection to the world, creativity, focus on the outside, being outrospective, desire to build/shape, change. Fire: Passion, rage, raw and destructive emotion. Water: Calmness/Peace, easily influenced, having multiple states. Ice: Sadness, death, fridigity. Earth/Metal/Crystals: Confidence, pride, obstinacy/stubbornness. Sand: Time, patience, abrasiveness, flexibility. Air: Mobility/Flexibility, spirituality, logic, destructiveness. Soil/Dirt/Dust: Progress/productivity, old patterns, misery. Lightning/Electricity/Storm: Fear/worries, energetic, wild. Flowers/Plants: Love/intimacy, patience, Compassion, new beginnings, desire to see things grow. Ash: Loss, death, penance. Glass: Fragility, sight. Darkness: Being an edgelord, nothing/empitness, loss. Light: Happiness, hope, desiring notice/sharing information. Paper: Worthlessness, having something that needs to be done, Ink/Paint: Creativity, intellect. Wood: Wisdom, having built up something. Ocean: Chaos, unchanging, calmness/peace. Sound: Creativity, happiness/love, Connection, desire to be understood/listened to. Stars/Cosmic: Dreams, change, ambition. Plastic: Moldable, fakeness, insincerity. Fabric/Clothes: Individuality, value, taking opinions in high regard. Transmutation: Desire to change things, dissatisfaction with how things are. Mental Abstractions _______________________________________________ In General: Introspectiveness, knowledge/desire to understand/learn, open-mindedness, awareness. Telekinesis: Control, intelligence, outwardness, mastering self. Telepathy: Invasiveness/lack of boundaries, desire to communicate, wanting information/secrets. Inventor/Gadgeteer Desire to solve a problem, having a singular goal that cannot be solved with the present tools. Intelligence/Minds: Lack of Knowledge, perceived worthlessness, presented with problems that cannot be physically solved. Dreams: Imaginative, wishes, interpretiveness. Memory: Stress/past grievances, desire to forget/inform, willingness to change things, looking to the past, external struggle. Emotion Compassion, understanding people (or lack thereof), closer Connection to people, internal struggle. Mind Control: Desire to control, feeling out of control, social isolation/exile. Illusions: Deception (on both sides), belief/thought being proven wrong, Desire for something that cannot be gained.

Other Abstractions _______________________________________________ Animal: Noticeable lack of Connection to people, outcast, Connection to nature/love of nature. (This was going to be its section but I was like, nope fuck that, lol) Summoning/Minion Creation: Desire for companionship, social isolation/exile. Transformation/Shape-Shifting: Issues involving identity, self-hatred/wanting to be different. Teleportation: Feeling trapped/stuck, desire to escape, needing something. Speed: Impatience, Desire to get to goal instantly, has problem approaching, a problem that can be run from, down to earth. Flight: Needing to reach goals/expectations, freedom, idealism. Strength: Being faced with situations that can't be mentally solved, violence/rage, perceived lack of strength/desire to grow stronger, authority. Healing/Repairing: Desire to help people, compassion/kindness, other people's mental scars/past trauma, seeing beauty in something, restoring something else. Regeneration: Desire to fix self, fixing own mental/physical wounds, a goal they need to see through, self-restoration. Time: Past/Future mistakes, pressure of time, having limited time, lack of management Shields: Protection/desire to protect, danger/damage, caring, imminent threat to self. Creation/Building: The need for something, wanting to build something new, creativity/self-expression, having problems. Close-Range: Immediate up-in-your-face issue/question, close and personal problems/struggles, problems/solutions being in reach, single or few problems/threats. Long-Range: Looming/upcoming problems, threats approaching/attacking from a distance, multiple threats/problems, things being out of reach. Enchanting/Imbuing: Inadquency, current tools not being sufficient. Beam: Focusing on one thing/task. Enhanced Senses: Desiring awareness or understanding of environmental/task. Stealth: Hiding, secretiveness, unwanted attention, isolation. Death/Necromancy: Loss of family/friend, mourning, going to dark corners, also being an edgelord. Paranormal Related: Knowledge of the supernatural, problem/goal/question related to the paranormal, Desire to interact with the paranormal.

PRA's Paranormal Threat Assessment (PTA)

The PRA assigns individual Paranormal-Beings a threat level (also known as a PTA) on a one to five scale that helps prioritize resources and responses. Each threat level would have corresponding response protocols, including deploying special agents, containment strategies, and potential collaboration with other agencies or international organizations. Here's a list of threat levels the PRA uses:

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Primary.Threat.Levels: Minimal Threat (Level 0): ⦁ Paranormal-Beings with little to no offensive capabilities. ⦁ Non-hostile or benevolent Paranormal-Beings. ⦁ Easily contained or controlled. ⦁ Evacuation is not necessary. Low Threat (Level 1): ⦁ Mildly hostile Paranormal beings with limited or localized abilities. ⦁ Potential for minor disruptions or localized incidents. ⦁ Beings that may pose a minimal threat to individuals or small groups. ⦁ Typically manageable with standard containment procedures. ⦁ Evacuation is not necessary. Moderate Threat (Level 2): ⦁ Paranormal-Beings with moderate hostile intent and significant abilities. ⦁ Beings that have the potential to cause harm to a larger area or group. ⦁ May exhibit unpredictable behavior. ⦁ Require specialized response teams for capture or neutralization. ⦁ Evacuation of the area is an option. Significant Threat (Level 3): ⦁ Highly hostile Paranormal beings with formidable offensive capabilities. ⦁ Capable of causing widespread damage or harm. ⦁ Requires a coordinated effort and advanced technology for containment. ⦁ The evacuation of the area is required. Severe Threat (Level 4): ⦁ Extremely powerful and destructive Paranormal-Beings. ⦁ Possesses powerful, potentially world-altering abilities. ⦁ Requires a highly specialized and heavily armed response team. ⦁ This may require the evacuation of the entire city. Maximum Threat (Level 5): ⦁ Paranormal beings of unparalleled power and malevolence. ⦁ Capable of causing widespread destruction, chaos, or even extinction-level events. ⦁ Difficult to contain or neutralize. ⦁ Requires the highest level of government intervention. ⦁ Any city in its range must be evacuated if possible.

Other.Threat.Levels: Unknown Threat (Level X): ⦁ Unidentified or poorly understood Paranormal-Beings. ⦁ Insufficient data to properly assess the threat level. ⦁ Intentions are not fully understood. ⦁ Requires thorough investigation and assessment to give accurate designation. ⦁ A precautionary approach must be taken until more information is gathered. Erratic Threat (Level U): ⦁ Paranormal beings with unpredictable behaviors and abilities. ⦁ It isn't easy to assess or anticipate their actions. ⦁ Require ongoing monitoring and adaptive strategies. Wild Threat (Level C): ⦁ Paranormal Beings that cannot be effectively contained or neutralized. ⦁ Pose an ongoing and unmanageable threat. ⦁ Extreme caution is required. Evolving Threat (Level E): ⦁ Assigned to initially lower-level threats that show a significant escalation in offensive capabilities over time. ⦁ Unpredictable behavior and capabilities. ⦁ Requires additional monitoring, mobilization of resources, and development of new strategies. ⦁ Eliminating an escalating supernatural threat is determined by the nature of the threat itself, its rate of growth, available resources, and potential consequences. Inactive Threat (Level I): ⦁ Beings that were previously considered threats but are currently dormant, incapacitated, or contained. ⦁ Require ongoing surveillance but are not an immediate concern. ⦁ All Sealed-Apparitions are automatically considered an Inactive Threat.

Supplementary Factions

THE.ACCORDANCE "Unity shines the path to prospersity!"	. . . . The Accordance was a beacon of hope in an otherwise bleak All-Verse. This organization was tasked with maintaining order across the All-Verse, operating with a single purpose: to uphold the delicate balance of all worlds from the threat of chaos and destruction. Central to the Accordance's structure was a system of ranks and titles designed to ensure efficient governance and decision-making. At the top of this hierarchy stood Dacious, the revered leader of the organization, whose wisdom and foresight guided its actions. Beneath him was the Council of Twelve, comprised of esteemed advisors and experts in various fields, offering expertise to craft the Accordance's policies and strategies. The Accordance's responsibilities span various domains, from interdimensional diplomacy to crisis intervention and conflict resolution. They monitored emerging multiversal threats and potential destabilizing influences across the All-verse, deploying their forces to address such threats before they could escalate into something far worse. Further down the hierarchy were the Peacekeepers, operatives trained in combat, diplomacy, and law enforcement. Operating on the front lines of conflict and crisis, these dedicated individuals embodied the Accordance's commitment to protecting the innocent and upholding justice across the multiverse. The Peacekeepers wielded vast magical and technological resources to aid them, including ancient artifacts, powerful spells, and advanced weaponry. One of Accordance's most frightening capabilities lay in its ability to mobilize resources and personnel from across the All-Verse with unparalleled efficiency. Using interdimensional portals and advanced communication networks, they could deploy Peacekeepers to any corner of the All-Verse within seconds. In addition to their roles as peacekeepers, the Accordance also served as custodians of ancient knowledge and artifacts. They maintained a vast collection of artifacts (partly to keep them from falling into the wrong hands) and records of past conflicts, phenomena, and other knowledge that could be useful. However, their greatest challenge came from the Inner Circle, a vicious cult led by the mighty Green Adept known as Sunshine Jones. This shadowy organization posed a grave threat to the stability of the All-verse, unleashing horrors upon countless worlds in its relentless pursuit of the "blood of magic." Despite the Inner Circle's power, the Accordance came out on top and banished Sunshine Jones and her followers to the Pit, ending their reign of terror. However, it was short-lived, as the Accordance was annihilated not long after, with all the artifacts in their possession, including the legendary All-Blade, scattered across the All-Verse. Their defeat and destruction are shrouded in mystery. Still, the rumor is that Sunshine escaped the Pit and destroyed the Accordance in revenge.
THE.INNER-CIRCLE "Our destiny awaits in the blood of magic!"	. . . . The Inner Circle, a name whispered in a hushed tone across All-Verse, embodies the dark depths a lust for power can lead and the corruption magic can have on one's soul if they let it. Led by brutal and savage Sunshine Jones, a Green Adept of unmatched power, she commanded a legion of devotees just as fantastical and brutal as she was. Their goals are as superb as they are nefarious: to locate the source of magic, which they dub as the "blood of magic," and to harness its power. At the heart of the Inner Circle lies a vast network of hidden lairs, secret laboratories, and occult libraries hidden across the All-verse. These facilities are the centerpiece of the cult's dark experiments and twisted rituals, where they conduct heinous acts of torture, human experimentation, and forbidden magic in pursuit of their goals. The cult's membership numbered in the hundreds, each member a skilled Adept, Aberration, or sometimes Apparition. These devotees pledged loyalty to Sunshine Jones's cause, carrying out her orders with fanatical zeal. The Inner Circle's crimes were as numerous as they were unforgivable, ranging from mass murder and genocide to the creation of monstrous abominations that killed millions to creating and selling powerful artifacts and weapons to other monstrous. The Inner Circle stopped at nothing, and everyone was a necessary sacrifice for their sinister goals. Yet, despite their vicious nature, the Inner Circle remained an enigma, their true motives and ultimate goals shrouded in mystery. Some believe they seek to ascend to Godhood, while others fear they may seek to bring about the end of all existence. Whatever their intentions, the Inner Circle was a force to be reckoned with. Despite their overwhelming power and influence, the Inner Circle's reign of terror had challenges. Chief among their foes was the Accordance, a multiversal organization of peacekeepers dedicated to putting an end to them and restoring balance to the All-Verse Their defeat at the hands of the Accordance and James Vanburen, the hero of the All-Verse, was a momentous victory for truth and justice, and Sunshine's exile to the Pit was seen as a triumph. Yet, despite their destruction, they left permanent scars in the All-Verse, and to this day, the residents of the worlds they brutalized feel their shadow looming over them. Rumors say that she has escaped The Pit and now seeks vengeance against those who dared to oppose her, including destroying the Accordance. The Inner Circle left one hell out of a legacy as they serve as a chief reminder of how power corrupts and how steps must be taken to prevent others from following in Sunshine's footsteps.
THE.OLD.CULT "They say the Old Cult's darkness still lingers, waiting to reclaim its place."	. . . . More legend than anything. Rumors, whispers, and half-truths speak of a mysterious cult that worshipped the Stygian Snake and was just so heinous and reprehensible that it had to be wiped from the canals of history. Very little is known about the Old Cult, to the extent that its name is a mystery, but what is known is that it was led by a man named Walter. The purge of information was so thorough that the specifics of their crimes are a mystery, leaving behind speculation... and the lingering possibility that they may not have existed.
THE.LEAGUE OF LUMINSCIENT FAMILIES "Bless the Lightfather!"	. . . . The universe inhabited by the League of Luminescence shares origins with our own but diverged dramatically when a secret society of magical families engaged in a covert war against Apparitions and Aberrations. This conflict escalated catastrophically when the Stygian Snake attacked, decimating over half the population with its armies. In a desperate final stand, the League united with remaining forces, including Apparitions and beings from other realms. Their combined efforts were nearly obliterated until a massive being of light, known as the "Light-Father," confronted the Stygian Snake. In a heroic sacrifice, he drove the Stygian Snake away. Following this victory, the League seized control over governments, ruling with an iron fist and obscuring the Stygian Snake’s existence. Most inhabitants of Glint are part of the League of Luminscience, an influential collective of families that dominate this world. While technology stagnated, magic flourished, and the League reveres the Luminscience as their power source, worshipping the Light-Father who saved them from the Stygian Snake. Historically, the League operated under a monarchy that relied on slavery until King Magnanimous dismantled the system in favor of an "equal" council where every family had a voice. However, the most prominent families dominate discussions, leading to petty feuds rather than progress. The League is notorious for its extreme punishments. They are a fervently religious society with severe penalties, including the eradication of entire bloodlines, for heinous crimes like murder and treason. Even minor offenses can result in collective punishment for families. Those without connections to Lux are treated as second-class citizens, often subjected to abuse and exploitation as they fulfill unwanted labor roles. Governance is divided among four houses: the House of Candlelight (Africa and the Middle East), the House of Torchlight (Asia), the House of Firelight (North and South America), and the House of Starlight (Europe and Russia). Each house is represented by the League’s council, where their voices resonate the strongest. The Knights of Luminescence serve as the League’s primary military force, a volunteer army of magical warriors. Families lower on the social ladder often join to gain status and wealth, starting as Squires at a young age, training under Knights until they can attain the rank. The League's primary adversaries are the Apparitions and Aberrations, long considered enemies since their inception. The genuine threat, however, lies in the resistance movement known as the White Rabbit Society, comprising Apparitions, Aberrations, and disillusioned League members led by the formidable White Arachne. The League has villainized her, blaming her for humanity’s near extinction to divert attention from the Stygian Snake. The League has established itself as a formidable magical menace, willing to traverse the boundaries of universes and meddle in the affairs of other realms. Their ambition knows no limits as they seek to extend their influence beyond Glint, exploiting the resources and vulnerabilities of parallel worlds for their gain. A notable aspect of their governance is the frequent use of exile as punishment; dissenters, criminals, or perceived threats are banished to distant universes.
THE.BROTHERHOOD "In Tenebris Fortitudo."	. . . . The Brotherhood is a secretive order of knights founded during the medieval era of Europe, a time marked by superstition, fear of the supernatural, and rampant violence wrought by malevolent Apparitions and Aberrations. A coalition of brave warriors, scholars, and clerics gathered to ally to safeguard humanity from these dark forces. They established their first sanctuaries in the crumbling ruins of ancient monasteries and hidden cathedrals, drawing upon knowledge and ancient texts to develop their combat techniques and magical practices. This early formation emphasized martial prowess and the understanding of magic as a force to be respected and wielded responsibly. Over the centuries, as Europe transformed through the Renaissance into the modern age, the Brotherhood adapted, remaining vigilant against evolving supernatural threats and maintaining its mission in an increasingly skeptical world. Recruitment into the Brotherhood is a selective and often tricky process. Candidates are typically individuals who have encountered the supernatural firsthand, whether through personal tragedy, the loss of loved ones to Aberrations, or as witnesses to horrific events. Prospective members often come from diverse backgrounds and initiates undergo rigorous trials that assess their resolve, intellect, morality, and ability to wield magical artifacts. Those who pass are bestowed the rank of Acolyte, tasked with learning the Brotherhood’s ancient rites, combat techniques, and magic secrets. The Brotherhood’s hierarchical structure consists of several ranks, each representing different levels of mastery and responsibility. At the pinnacle is the Grandmaster, a figure shrouded in mystery, believed to possess extensive knowledge of the Paranormal and unparalleled combat skills. Beneath the Grandmaster are the Councilors, seasoned knights who advise on strategy, recruitment, and training. The next rank, Paladins, represents the elite warriors of the Brotherhood, skilled in martial combat and the use of magical artifacts, including legendary weapons such as the Vampire Hunter and the Undead Hunter. These artifacts are steeped in the order’s history and designed to combat the undead and other dark forces. Paladins lead missions and are responsible for confronting powerful Apparitions, while the Acolytes, still in training, gradually take on field assignments under their guidance. The lowest rank, Novices, are the newest recruits who have yet to prove their worth. The Brotherhood's operations are often shrouded in secrecy, with members conducting missions that range from small-scale reconnaissance to full-scale assaults on strongholds of evil forces. They combine traditional combat techniques and magic, often relying on artifacts steeped in their order's history. These artifacts are carefully guarded, each possessing unique powers that enhance the wielder’s abilities and safeguard against dark forces. The Brotherhood also gathers intelligence, maps out areas where Paranormal occurrences are reported, and tracks activity to strike before chaos ensues preemptively. Some members advocate for a more aggressive approach, arguing that striking decisively against Apparitions and Aberrations is the only way to send a clear message and deter future threats. Conversely, others within the Brotherhood urge restraint and deliberation. This philosophical divide creates tension during council meetings, where strategies are debated and missions planned, reflecting the Brotherhood's struggle to balance aggression with caution in an ever-changing world of supernatural threats. The membership primarily consists of Adepts, and there is a stigma against Aberrations, including those who are Adjoined, Abominable, and Afflicted, further complicating the dynamics within the order. The Brotherhood's arsenal includes a cornerstone weapon known as the Knight's Edge, a mass-produced artifact that serves as both a sword and a versatile tool. Forged from a unique alloy with magical properties, it can adapt to the wielder’s needs, shifting between forms such as a traditional blade or a ranged whip. It is customizable to imbue it with elemental properties or temporary enchantments. Alongside the Knight's Edge, members employ specialized weapons like enchanted crossbows, spears, axes, shields, etc. As time progressed, the Brotherhood transitioned to more modern weaponry, integrating firearms enhanced with enchantments to maintain their effectiveness against supernatural foes. While the Brotherhood primarily operates within Europe, its influence and reach extend to other continents whenever the threat of Aberrations arises. This expansion is marked by careful planning as they connect with local groups and individuals who share their mission. Through meetings and cooperation with other factions, the Brotherhood ensures that the knowledge and tools required to combat supernatural threats are shared, creating a web that spans borders. This adaptability reflects their understanding that evil knows no bounds and that their vigilance must extend beyond the confines of Europe to protect humanity from the encroaching darkness.

Major Paranormal Hotspots

ARAMINTA,.PA
............................................................ "The Hidden Crossroads."	Araminta, Pennsylvania, sits in the northern center of Williams County, just a stone's throw from the New York state border. Founded in the 1700s by Richard Williams, who named the city after his cherished daughter, Araminta started as a strategic military base during the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War. Once the wars ended, the base fell out of use and became a tourist draw. Today, Araminta's primary claim to fame is its once-bustling railroad system. As the central hub of various Pennsylvania railroads, the city was a vital transportation nexus. However, many of these railroads have been retired, leaving their tracks to wind through the town like forgotten veins. Now a haven for dredges and degenerates, the train yard adds a gritty edge to Araminta's quaint suburban facade.

The city is predominantly suburban, with its urbanity confined to a modest downtown area. Despite its small-town charm, Araminta boasts a range of businesses and well-kept homes, attracting those seeking a respite from the relentless pace of city life. It’s known for its attractive houses, which draw retirees and families alike. However, beneath this serene exterior, Araminta grapples with significant issues. Like much of Pennsylvania, the city suffers from a severe drug problem. The drug trade is concentrated in the more rundown areas, where the discrepancy between the city's outward appearance and its inner struggles is stark.

A large portion of Araminta’s area is covered by dense woodlands, where remote houses and hidden places harbor the city's misfits and addicts. The train tracks running through these woods serve as gathering spots for those on the fringes of society. The woods are mysterious, hiding secrets the city’s veneer often obscures. Geographically, Araminta is not highly urbanized but is strategically located near the Williams River, a significant waterway branching from the Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers. The river’s namesake is a nod to the city's founder, Richard Williams. Demographically, Araminta is predominantly Caucasian, with notable populations of Asians and African Americans. Hispanics, Middle Easterners, and Pacific Islanders are relatively rare. Despite the drug issues, Araminta enjoys relatively low crime rates, with most incidents involving petty crimes and drug possession; violent crimes are infrequent.

Araminta's Paranormal scene is a tangled web of intrigue and hidden power, overshadowed by the city’s mundane exterior. Beneath the surface of its suburban tranquility, the town harbors a quiet but potent undercurrent of magic and supernatural activity. The old train yard is a hotspot for Paranormal dealings and secretive gatherings. The dense woodlands surrounding the city are a haven for Abominable and Apparitions, along with cults and witch Covens lurking in the shadows. Araminta is one of the Paranormal Hotspots in the northeastern parts of the US, alongside New York, Philadelphia, Boston, and Ravenscroft.

MIRAGE.SPRINGS,.NV
............................................................ "The Mirage Metropolis."	Mirage Springs, Nevada, is a city where the allure of Las Vegas is mixed with a distinctive supernatural vibe, creating a vibrant, otherworldly playground nestled in the heart of the Nevada desert. Designed to capture the grandeur and allure of its more famous cousin, Mirage Springs, with its neon-lit streets and lavish casinos, exudes an air of enchantment that extends far beyond its surface glitz. The city has always been a melting pot of entertainment and magical intrigue, but its true essence lies in its paranormal history and current tumult. Originally envisioned as a glittering oasis in the desert, Mirage Springs quickly attracted attention for more than just its extravagant attractions. The city’s supernatural scene was once dominated by The Society, an influential faction led by the powerful Apparition known as Morningstar and his elite cadre, the Endless Seven. The Society’s grip on Mirage Springs was absolute, turning it into a nexus of magical power where secret rituals, magical dealings, and hidden societies thrived behind the facades of its luxurious casinos and neon-soaked avenues.

However, the fall of Morningstar and his lieutenants marked the beginning of a turbulent era for Mirage Springs. The city plunged into a fierce civil war as the remnants of The Society splintered into more minor factions that sought to dominate the supernatural scene. In contrast, new factions surged into the power vacuum. The struggle for control has left Mirage Springs in flux, where the once-unified magical community is now fractured into utter chaos. Despite the upheaval, Mirage Springs thrives with a vibrant magical theme that infuses every city corner. The town is a grand stage where enchantment and whimsy are part of its identity. Mirage Springs presents a façade of spellbinding charm and fantastical allure, from dazzling casinos to quirky nightclubs.

The city's businesses capitalize on this magical theme, with neon lights casting an otherworldly glow and venues styled with elaborate, otherworldly décor. While not truly magical, the casinos feature immersive, fantasy-inspired experiences designed to captivate and enchant their visitors. The nightlife is a spectacle of theatrical flair, where performers and shows play up the illusion of mystical wonders. Even the street performers, dressed as wizards and mythical beings, contribute to the city’s whimsical persona. Mirage Springs is a city of contrasts—a glittering facade hiding a tumultuous underworld. The intersection of luxury and the supernatural creates a unique ambiance where the line between spectacle and sorcery is as thin as the mirage that gave the city its name.

RAVENSCROFT,.MA
............................................................ "The City of Shadows."	Ravenscroft, Massachusetts, thrums with dark, arcane energy, where the supernatural intertwines with urban life. Cloaked in gothic grandeur and shrouded in an eerie charm, the city serves as a battleground for an array of witch covens, mystical cults, secretive societies, and formidable magical crime families. Each entity exerts its influence, creating a complex and ever-shifting landscape. At the heart of this magical chaos stands the Homunculus Factory, a concealed stronghold shrouded in mystery. This shadowy organization is led by a reclusive and enigmatic figure whose name is only whispered among Ravenscroft's hidden circles. The Factory’s leader is rumored to have discovered a method to channel and harness Lux, infusing it into their creations. This obsession with power and forbidden knowledge drives the Factory’s secretive and often dangerous operations.

Ravenscroft's magical factions are diverse and intertwined, contributing to the city’s chaos in their unique way. With their practices and shifting allegiances, Witch covens pursue hidden agendas, leaving their mark in the city’s shadowed corners. Some engage in clandestine rituals, summoning ancient forces and performing ceremonies. Alongside these covens are various occult cults dedicated to their enigmatic goals. Some cults are known for their elaborate ceremonies to invoke ancient powers, while others worship multiple beings. In addition to these mystical players, Ravenscroft is home to a network of powerful magical crime families. These families operate like a dark mirror to traditional organized crime, employing supernatural methods to control their territories. Their criminal enterprises range from trading illicit magical substances to manipulating the city's magical underworld for their gain. The families are deeply entrenched in the city's power struggles, often clashing with each other and other supernatural factions.