RedLeather

Frontier Lords (Interplanetary Sci-fi Nations!)

I'm interested

Voidhawk

@Ellion Sounds good. It would be great if you made a second character, but I can make the Protectors NPC's if worst comes to worst, or we can hope somebody new joins and snags a spot.

Voidhawk

Captain Milos Kečik

Character Name: Milos Kechik (Kečik in his native Croatian)
Age: 42
Homeworld: Titan, Jupiter, Sol System
Position onboard the Voidhawk: Captain
Appearance: Milos His left arm is semi-robotic
Strengths:
Leader: Milos is a strong leader, and will stand up for his people at all costs
Intelligent: Captain Kechik is quick on his feet and capable of solving most problems, given the time.
Curious: The Captain is possessed of a boundless, almost childlike curiosity of the universe and reality.
Level-Headed: Milos is very even-keeled and fair, rarely getting over-excited or angry.
Weaknesses:
Unemotive: Milos' long service record and number of men he's served for or over has dampened his outward zeal, and he often doesn't express himself very well
Battle-Scarred: His service with the Collective Fleet in the Second Pelaan War has left him somewhat traumatized and aloof at times, especially at night.
Daring: Captain Kechik is often overly daring and takes bids riskier than are necessary to accomplish his goals. While he always takes the blame for his decisions, some might question their being made in the first place.
Bio: Milos was born on Earth, something that had once been a blessing, that was now a curse. Most of Earth was dead or dying from the centuries of pollution puffed out by the industrial age. Born in the old state of Croatia, Milos' family fled to Titan soon after Milos' birth, and he is registered as having Titan as his homeworld, since he arrived before he was 6 months old. Milos spent the rest of his youth on Titan, fascinated with the Stars and the worlds beyond.

On his seventeenth birthday, Milos immediatley went and signed up with the Collective Fleet Academy, a program that would take four grueling years but eventually land him a position as pilot of his own combat craft. Assigned to the 6th Luhman Squadron, he spent several more years patrolling the Luhman system. Which is exactly where he was when the Second Pelaan War broke out in 2296. The Pelaan were a race of agressive spider-creatures, intent on forcing the Human Race out of Luhman for themselves. Milos fought the war to its conclusion in 2299, but not without losing most of his left arm in battle. It was replaced with a bionic one, that appears mostly natural, except at the elbow, where time has exposed the metal.

Following the war, Milos left the Fleet and became a freighter, piloting old freight ships around the collective and making simple money. Most of it goes home to his aging father on Titan. Milos was approached by the Farseers Guild during a stop on Thalon, and they explained their latest venture to him. He hesitantly agreed, tired of his merchant job, and urged on by that part of him that had engulfed him as a boy, the desire to explore.

Why does your Character want to venture with the Voidhawk?: The Farseers Guild approached him, after what he assumed must've been extensive research. He accepted to fulfill his childhood curiosities, and the opportunity to pilot a brand new ship.

Voidhawk

CHARACTERS

Captain: Milos Kečik @RedLeather
Scientist: York Bishop @Ellion(need 1 more)
Protectors: Shelli Bovle @Stekkmen (Need 1 more)
Doctor @RumikoOhara
Diplomat @Algorhythm
Linguist/Xenoculturalist @Tojin

Voidhawk (Space Exploration RP)

OOC is live folks!

Voidhawk

IC Voidhawk Advertisement:
"The Farseers Guild has finally revealed their great project! They are sending a state-of-the-art craft out into the depths of the universe to explore and discover. The Guild wishes to send a crew into the depths of space to discover new life, document new societies, and study new phenomena. The IC Voidhawk is the last of the independently produced starcraft capable of reaching FTL speeds, now that the Collective has assumed control of all interstellar production. Unfortunately, this government muzzle on interstellar travel means that the Guild is lacking in the crew department, so they need YOUR help. The Guild needs 5-8 people willing to leave all the know and love here in the Collective Systems. Preferably, all applicants should vary in their skills, and variation in background would be excellent also. No prior education is required, but don't expect to get picked for one of the Scientist slots if you don't have a diploma! The Guild looks forward to learning about our greater Universe. Apply today!"

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Right, onto more important matters.

Canon Concepts

Note, the year is 2311

FTL

The FTL or Faster Than Light drive is the only engine usable by humanity to travel across the universe fast enough to avoid time distortion, dilation, or other awkward relativistic issues. Generally powered by dwarf star matter, other races have been known to use antimatter, Planetary Core Material, or miniature black holes. The FTL is extremely dangerous to be near without shielding, and is thus often surrounded by a thick wall of lead or other heavy metal.

The Farseers Guild & The Collective

The Earthside Collective is the conglomeration of all Human planets, systems, and bases. It currently consists of seven major systems, 46 outpost systems, 12 asteroid bases, and 3 freefloating space stations. It has recently imposed a ban on non-military FTL drives, for purposes of anti-espionage. The Collective was formed in 2237, following the colonization of the Alpha-Centauri system.

The Farseers Guild is a foundation on the planet Thalon in the Sirius system. Originally a branch of the Collective Military Science Services, they broke off and formed a monastic-like order, dedicated to understanding the greater universe. Incredibly wealthy from the discovery and sale of advanced technology, they often fund their own missions. The Voidhawk is their last and most ambitious of these missions.

Weaponry

Most starcraft have 3 types of weapons. Laser weapons fire bolts of energy capable of damaging most solid materials, but easily deflected by shields. Missiles (generally dwarf-star explosives) ignore most shielding, but can be shot down or dodged. Proton guns fire incredibly slowly, but ignore shields and travel at ridiculously high speeds; they are also incredibly expensive The Voidhawk is equipped with both Laser Weapons and Missiles, and can fire two of each weapon at once.

Personal weaponry generally consists of Laser Pistols or Rifles, especially because personal shields are so difficult to produce. Some soldiers still prefer old ballistics based weaponry, but body armor is so advanced that it's rarely useful. Power cells last far longer than a clip of ammunition, and laser weapons have greater range and customization.

Other Technology

Teleportation was the first grand product produced by the Farseers Guild, and was an instant success. Operating over short range (Intra-Planetary travel only (one planet)), teleporters can send most objects instantly to their destination, 99% of the time without a hitch.

AI computer systems were independently invented, but are now widespread. Asimov's Laws of Robotics have been put in place for all AI, and the government has strictly banned any AI or Robot designed without them, or designed to ignore them. AI's have incredibly high functioning capacity, and can solve nearly any mathematical problem. All starcraft come equipped with one to run the onboard systems.

Medical science is now so far along that most diseases have been cured, and limbs and even organs (with the exception of the Brain) can be regrown from a simple scan of the body before they were lost. Data-banks store these scans forever, so most people have one on file after they turn 18. Crew members of the Voidhawk are required to have one done prior to launch.

The Voidhawk Locations

Voidhawk Picture

The Bridge

The Bridge is the command center for the entire ship, where most non-science personnel serve their day-to-day duties. Serviced by the Voidhawk's central AI, Harry, the jobs of the men and women who work here are generally decision making and turning things on in the proper order.

Crew Quarters

Each Crew Member has been given an entire room to themselves, a luxury on most FTL capable ships. The rooms are small, roughly 12 ft by 12 ft, and contain only a locker, bed, and desk. Showers and bathrooms are down the hall. They are located just behind the bridge

Labs

Designed to support any kind of science, the labs are located just behind the crew quarters, in front of engineering. The AI, Henry, can change the lab equipment upon request, thus formatting them to fit whichever scientist happens to be in one of the four rooms at any one time.

Engineering

Essentially a massive engine room, which also happens to house life support, power, weapons systems, and other important services. The largest chamber, it is at the very back of the ship.

STL Transports

STL, or Slower Than Light transports, generally only function over short range. The Voidhawk is equipped with two small, remote controlled service vehicles, a lander craft, and a short-range teleportation room, capable of transporting up to 6 people at once.

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And now Rules. These are so important they don't get a hider
1. I am the GM. My word is law. All hail.
2. Please let us know if you will be unavailable for a time period, we'll try to accomodate.
3. Someone is expected to post within 5-7 days of the last post. I will not just post to keep this alive, this RP depends as much on you all as it does on me.
4. I'm going to rate this PG-15, anything a 15 year old couldn't handle, dont put it here.
5. Follow all generic RPGuild rules
6. Please be reasonable with your Collabs
7. Have fun, of course.
8. PM me with any questions

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and Finally, CS basics:

CS Frame

Character Name:
Age:
Homeworld:
Position onboard the Voidhawk:
Appearance: Picture or description fine
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
Other Important Personality Traits:
Bio:
Why does your Character want to venture with the Voidhawk?:
Other: Optional

Post your sheet in OOC to have me review it first, and then move it to Characters after I approve it.

Roster:
Captain: @RedLeather
Scientists: @Ellion (need 1-2 more)
Protectors: ? (Need 1-2 more)
Doctor @RumikoOhara
Diplomat @Algorhythm (Disappeared, will take replacements)
Linguist/Xenoculturalist (need 1)

That's all for now. Good luck!

Voidhawk (Space Exploration RP)

Last and only time I will bump this

Voidhawk (Space Exploration RP)

Alright we have 5, should I work on putting up the OOC or wait for more?

No Turning Back - Into the Abyss

@boomlover Yeah, unless its a university for growing extra limbs.