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Alright. But do let me know if there is anything - like making more breaks or double-spaced breaks or whatever else you might need.
I feel plenty ready to start, it's just a matter of making the time! But it has to be tomorrow, because Monday I have jury selection duty. Oh no!
I feel plenty ready to start, it's just a matter of making the time! But it has to be tomorrow, because Monday I have jury selection duty. Oh no!
True - no doubt we'll see something like that play out.
I did skim through a few of your posts and can strive to make breaks as often as that, and/or do double-spacing between paragraphs to help break them up even more and make it easier on your eyes. Let me know what works for you. Also, unfortunately a post is unlikely tonight as I owe 3 people posts but I do intend to get it done tomorrow if at all possible.
I did skim through a few of your posts and can strive to make breaks as often as that, and/or do double-spacing between paragraphs to help break them up even more and make it easier on your eyes. Let me know what works for you. Also, unfortunately a post is unlikely tonight as I owe 3 people posts but I do intend to get it done tomorrow if at all possible.
Dizzy?
*blushes* Wow, you flatter me way, way too much..
And yeah, I figured the alliance between all four of the hunting party is going to be somewhat shaky - not least of all because the reward would be hard to split! So some tension is totally acceptable. But since our characters are archer, witch (yours), mage, sellsword (mine), we can safely assume that they're all fairly capable of combat - excepting perhaps the witch, but that's at your discretion. However, for the mage and witch to look down on their less-magically-able companions wouldn't be surprising - mages in particular tend to be a bit snobbish around low-level wixes and petty magicians (as well as clique-y but that comes with the territory).
As for the paragraph length - I understand. I actually asked because I've known people who have difficulty reading very long paragraphs or posts without breaks in them, and was like 'Shoot I need to be more accommodating if that's something Genkai needs, too' and so asked. Never hurts to be mindful of others.
And yeah, I figured the alliance between all four of the hunting party is going to be somewhat shaky - not least of all because the reward would be hard to split! So some tension is totally acceptable. But since our characters are archer, witch (yours), mage, sellsword (mine), we can safely assume that they're all fairly capable of combat - excepting perhaps the witch, but that's at your discretion. However, for the mage and witch to look down on their less-magically-able companions wouldn't be surprising - mages in particular tend to be a bit snobbish around low-level wixes and petty magicians (as well as clique-y but that comes with the territory).
As for the paragraph length - I understand. I actually asked because I've known people who have difficulty reading very long paragraphs or posts without breaks in them, and was like 'Shoot I need to be more accommodating if that's something Genkai needs, too' and so asked. Never hurts to be mindful of others.
Yeah, I definitely want to avoid that feeling, of me being the GM I mean. Just remember, I only have one defined plot-point past the start, and it's basically impossible for you to over-write it. So once I get the initial post done, you're pretty much in equal standing to me in terms of author power.
I think I'll jot down some details about my two as well, and make the first post tomorrow most likely.
Also, as to your suggestions for the magic level of those involved and respectives ages, I'm fine with all that. Sounds brilliant, actually. Now, there's no reason the two non-magic-users have to be capable (even on a low-medium level) but since your average person can do some magic it's likely that they'll have one or two spells, even if they're not much alongside the witch and mage.
One more important thing - did the post length bother you? I know the first post is going to be kinda long, so I can insert more intentional paragraph breaks if that'd make it easier on you. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need something.
I think I'll jot down some details about my two as well, and make the first post tomorrow most likely.
Also, as to your suggestions for the magic level of those involved and respectives ages, I'm fine with all that. Sounds brilliant, actually. Now, there's no reason the two non-magic-users have to be capable (even on a low-medium level) but since your average person can do some magic it's likely that they'll have one or two spells, even if they're not much alongside the witch and mage.
One more important thing - did the post length bother you? I know the first post is going to be kinda long, so I can insert more intentional paragraph breaks if that'd make it easier on you. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need something.
Yo, thanks for making the thread. Okay, so your characters sound good. I'm going to have a male mage, and I'm thinking a sellsword as well. Really rag-tag group; also the pairing of a mage and witch will serve to highlight the magic caste system.
Speaking of which: magic is all based on the user; people are born with an innate level of magical energy (from none to nearly superhuman, in a typical bell curve distribution). This reservoir is drained by casting spells and refilled over time by rest. Types of magic include elemental (fire, water, air, earth), healing/modification (heal wounds, repair damage, cure diseases, alter appearances), environmental (levitation, teleportation), creation/destruction (usually in conjunction with elemental magic), intrapersonal (mind reading, mind control, magic-enhanced interrogation or persuasion), necromancy (reanimation of dead bodies), attack/defense (creation of magic shield or weapons), plus miscellaneous others. No spells are inherent, but must be learned, however, many spellcasters are self-taught. Although common, magic is treated as any other tool or weapon: if you use it wisely, most people will have no problem. If you abuse it, expect the pitchforks to come out.
Magic is practiced by multiple discrete groups: Mages, Witches/Wizards/Wixes, Warlocks, and Petty Magicians. Your average person falls into the petty magician caste; usually they can do one or two minor spells (light a small fire, heal a minor wound, levitate a rock) but not for long durations or multiple times. Wixes are usually mid to high-mid levels who are self-taught and organize in very small groups if at all, and use magic as part of their living (either doing magic work for those with less ability or using their magic to aid in a non-magical job). Warlocks are almost universally individuals practicing magic for their own purposes, usually nefarious, and frequently dabble in 'banned' (or generally unaccepted) types of magic like mind control and necromancy, and tend to be high-mid to high level. Mages are groups of high-mid and high level spellcasters that are usually well-organized and frequently work together to study magic, train and hone their spellcasting, and generally sell their services to agents of power (anything from kings and queens to mayors).
Any individual of any level can be in any caste, however, generally speaking one's innate level of magical ability determines which caste one can potentially join - those with low levels of magic rarely become mages, those with high levels rarely live a life making minimal use of their magic. There is no easy way to determine one's potential except trying it - every possible form of magic is open to anyone with even a drop of magical ability, but the level determines how much/to what degree they can cast a spell. As well, mid-and-above level spellcasters tend to practice a range of magics, but not all do; specialists are not uncommon either.
Now.. any further questions or is the magical context about set (and are there any glaring inconsistencies I've somehow overlooked)?
Speaking of which: magic is all based on the user; people are born with an innate level of magical energy (from none to nearly superhuman, in a typical bell curve distribution). This reservoir is drained by casting spells and refilled over time by rest. Types of magic include elemental (fire, water, air, earth), healing/modification (heal wounds, repair damage, cure diseases, alter appearances), environmental (levitation, teleportation), creation/destruction (usually in conjunction with elemental magic), intrapersonal (mind reading, mind control, magic-enhanced interrogation or persuasion), necromancy (reanimation of dead bodies), attack/defense (creation of magic shield or weapons), plus miscellaneous others. No spells are inherent, but must be learned, however, many spellcasters are self-taught. Although common, magic is treated as any other tool or weapon: if you use it wisely, most people will have no problem. If you abuse it, expect the pitchforks to come out.
Magic is practiced by multiple discrete groups: Mages, Witches/Wizards/Wixes, Warlocks, and Petty Magicians. Your average person falls into the petty magician caste; usually they can do one or two minor spells (light a small fire, heal a minor wound, levitate a rock) but not for long durations or multiple times. Wixes are usually mid to high-mid levels who are self-taught and organize in very small groups if at all, and use magic as part of their living (either doing magic work for those with less ability or using their magic to aid in a non-magical job). Warlocks are almost universally individuals practicing magic for their own purposes, usually nefarious, and frequently dabble in 'banned' (or generally unaccepted) types of magic like mind control and necromancy, and tend to be high-mid to high level. Mages are groups of high-mid and high level spellcasters that are usually well-organized and frequently work together to study magic, train and hone their spellcasting, and generally sell their services to agents of power (anything from kings and queens to mayors).
Any individual of any level can be in any caste, however, generally speaking one's innate level of magical ability determines which caste one can potentially join - those with low levels of magic rarely become mages, those with high levels rarely live a life making minimal use of their magic. There is no easy way to determine one's potential except trying it - every possible form of magic is open to anyone with even a drop of magical ability, but the level determines how much/to what degree they can cast a spell. As well, mid-and-above level spellcasters tend to practice a range of magics, but not all do; specialists are not uncommon either.
Now.. any further questions or is the magical context about set (and are there any glaring inconsistencies I've somehow overlooked)?
You're fine, no worries!
Huzzah! Thanks for opening it, Diz. This should be fun!
Bump. Added a disclaimer and some partial ideas based on listed pairings, also added a section for what I look for in my partners.
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