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Welcome to the Guild FedulaOstigovo! I hope you find the Nation Building RP you're looking for, and I hope you enjoy your time here.
Hi there! Welcome to the Guild! I hope to cross paths at some point in the future in an RP.
Ahh, cool. I was worried for a second that I was joining up late, rather than at the beginning of things.
QueenOfTheBee said
I'm totally in!
Fantastic! Happy to have your interest!
edboy49 said
Looks interesting.
That's what I'm going for, happy to have drawn your interest.
Quadrophenia said
very interested
Awesome! I'll do what I can to maintain that excitement.
Nallore said
Great to see this rp back up again I'm interested Swift! :D
Ahhh! Nallore, it's good to see you over here at the new forums! I'm very glad to see that you've found this Interest Check, and that you're still interested. I promise I'll live up to expectations this time around. I still have your old character from the previous attempt at this, if you wanted to use her again?
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That makes four, five if you include me. A good start. I'll start drawing up a post for OOC, so that you can start the character creation process. Keep an eye out for my link to it, when it's completed.
Thanks for the interest!
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That said, I'd still welcome additional RPers, so if you're just seeing this and want in, post so! The more, the merrier!
So I'm thinking this route, but I'm surprised that an Atlas II Mech is so inexpensive at only 11,198,000 C-Bills. Maybe I'm looking at the wrong Atlas?
1x Atlas II Assault Mech- 11,198,000 C-Bills
4x Axel Main Battle Tank - 5,519,252 C-Bills
8x Inner Sphere Standard Battlearmor - 3,200,000 C-Bills
1x Heavy LRM Carrier - 2,940,000 C-Bills
Total - 22,857,252 C-Bills
Remainder - 2,142,748 C-Bills
Thoughts?
1x Atlas II Assault Mech- 11,198,000 C-Bills
4x Axel Main Battle Tank - 5,519,252 C-Bills
8x Inner Sphere Standard Battlearmor - 3,200,000 C-Bills
1x Heavy LRM Carrier - 2,940,000 C-Bills
Total - 22,857,252 C-Bills
Remainder - 2,142,748 C-Bills
Thoughts?
The Province of Arda’Njor
Jarl: Koval(The Greater) Brute-Blade
Path: Way of the Warrior (bonus to battle rolls)
Household:
-Jarl Koval Brute-Blade-
Age 54, Jarl of The Province of Arda’Njor, and head of the Brute-Blade clan. He is the fourth member of the Brute-Blade clan to rule over the frozen lands of Arda’Njor. A once honored and respected warrior who led the armies of the Arda’Njor against the enemies of the King, he and his ancestors have traditionally offered the absolute fealty of The Arda’Njor Province to the King of Norsia. This tradition of fealty ended when King Beron the Bard ended the war against Gothra, whom the Brute-Blade clan have had a long lasting hatred for. When the King went missing on his quest to find Everwinter, it was Jarl Koval who refused to send any of the Arda’Njor to help find him.
Jarl Koval is an immense man of grand and imposing stature, his long braided hair is dark with hints of greying, and his eyes are of a stark blue and affirm his confidence in his Province.
-Arl Koval Brute-Blade-
Age 29, Arl of The Province of Arda’Njor, and first son of Koval The Greater. Koval The Lesser is the most likely heir to the throne of Arda’Njor, though some question his chances of ascension. A skilled and talented warrior like his father, he has yet to prove his bravery and courage on the field of battle against a real foe. He is also arrogant and dictatorial, lacking the understanding and steady-handedness of his father, the Jarl.
Arl Koval takes after his father in appearance more than attitude, as he too is a man of grand an imposing stature. His hair his long and braided, though is more fair in color.
-Arl Toral Stone-Fist-
Age 42, Arl of The Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of Cold Port, and head of the Stone-Fist clan. He is the seventh member of the Stone-Fist clan to govern the coastal city of Cold Port. For the last two hundred years the Stone-Fist clan has remained fiercely loyal to the Brute-Blade clan, and have helped them maintain their rule over the Province. Toral, as head of the Stone-Fists, has sworn to maintain this loyalty so as long as his friend and mentor, Koval The Greater serves as Jarl. Some have questioned this swearing, curious as to whether or not Toral will remain as loyal to Koval The Lesser, should he ascend to the throne as Jarl.
-Bathar Black-Blood, Thane of Arda’Njor-
Age 39, Thane of The Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of White Plains, and head of the Black-Blood clan. He is the ninth member of the Black-Blood clan to govern the city of White Plains. The Black-Blood clan is the eldest of all clans to still hold power within the Province of Arda’Njor. Five centuries ago, the Black-Blood clan waged a brutal civil war against the other clans that then made up the bulk of the White Plains; in their conquest, they took ownership of a majority portion of the farms that cultivate the rich and fertile soil. As such, the Black-Bloods have ensured their place of power, so long as they control the primary source of farmland in the Province. When the Brute-Blades came to power, they immediately saw the need to keep the Black-Bloods close, and granted the title of Thane to whomever leads the clan.
-Voloh Broad-Trunk, Thane of Arda’Njor-
Age 47, Thane of the Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of Gray Sands, and head of the Broad-Trunk clan. He is the first member of the Broad-Trunk clan to govern the city of Gray Sands. The Broad-Trunk clan has traditionally been a clan of woodsman, and tree herders. But when the Stone-Fist reign came to an end, they were the first clan to join the Stone-Fists in supporting the ascension of the Brute-Blade clan. For their loyalty to the Jarldom, the Brute-Blade clan granted the Broad-Trunk clan the governing rights to the City of Gray Sands, as well as the title of Thane to the leader of the clan.
Dynasty Bio:
The Brute-Blade Clan’s place as rulers of The Province is afforded by the loyalty of a large contingent of the most prominent clans that dot the landscape of Arda’Njor. This place however, has not always been guaranteed, as Koval The Greater is only the fourth Brute-Blade to claim the throne of Jarl. Before the reign of the Brute-Blades, The Province was ruled over by the head of the Stone-Fist clan for five hundred years; their reign brought to an end at the hands of Gothran assassins. For this transgression, the clans of Arda’Njor have all held a long lasting hatred of Gothra.
While Jarl Koval Brute-Blade’s merit as a warrior and competent leader has never been called into question, the same cannot be said for Koval The Lesser. Arl Toral Stone-Fist himself has questioned whether Koval The Lesser is the right choice to ascend to the throne if and when Koval The Greater passes. This has raised the concern of the other major clans of Arda’Njor, as the word of the head of the Stone-Fist clan carries great impact. In fact, Koval The Greater has himself expressed concern regarding his son’s merit as a leader of The Province, and this has lead to a strenuous relationship between the two.
Though it is expected that Jarl Koval will officially name his son as heir to the throne as Jarl of Arda’Njor, the rumor has arisen that he will instead choose Toral Stone-Fist as his successor, thus bringing and end to his own clans rule of the Province, and restoring the Stone-Fist reign. Whatever Koval chooses, the clans of Arda’Njor trust that it will be for the betterment of the Province as a whole.
Province Name and Number:
4. The Province of Arda’Njor.
Fiefdom Bio:
The land that makes up The Province of Arda’Njor had long been a barren wasteland, devoid of civilization. Legend had told tales that the land had been carved by the Goddess Frigga, as a gift to her husband, the All father, Odin. So cold and remote that no man could ever tame the land, and ruin it’s beauty. At least, that was until the great ancient warlord Arda’Njor ventured north with his armies at the end of a great war. He saw the land as a challenge, and with the spoils of riches gained in his conquest, he began to cultivate the land.
His armies were made up of the great clans that had once been so widespread throughout Norsia, but now congregated together in service to their warlord. Legend holds that It wasn’t long until Arda’Njor ordered these armies to tear down the White Mountain, a peak so grand that it dominated most of the central land. It is said that it took the lives of every last of Arda’Njor’s men to flatten what was once the greatest peak in all the land, and that when the task was done, Frigga shed a single tear at the loss of her beautiful mountain; this tear fell upon the land where the mountain once stood, and made the soil fertile. Thus the White Plains were born, lands so fertile that they can grow any crop regardless of the snow that falls upon them.
Satisfied that he’d cultivated the land to his liking, Arda’Njor declared the land his Province, and welcomed the lesser clans of Norsia to migrate north. It is said then, that Arda’Njor went further north, and founded the city of Frostmourne, wherein he would rule his Province. There he died, and was later laid to rest in the catacombs beneath Great North Hall.
In the wake of his passing, the lesser clans gathered in Frostmourne to determine their new leader. It was decided that a Jarl would be named, and that from then on, he would name his successor. If the Jarl failed to name a successor, then there would be another meeting of the clans to choose his successor. In the time since, the clans have only met to choose their Jarl twice, most recently when the Jarl Torak Stone-Fist and his heir were assassinated. The clans then decided to name a Brute-Blade as their Jarl.
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Geologically, The Province of Arda’Njor is made up of rolling hills to the west, a great region of flat plains in the north central, and a great range of mountains to the east, called The Hold Mountains. The north central region is home to the most fertile farmlands in all of Arda’Njor, and are the primary source of food in the Province.
There are seven major cities spread throughout the Province. The northern most city and capital of Arda’Njor is Frostmourne, where the Jarl and his family reside. South from Frostmourne is Broad Hill, the fourth most populous city in Arda’Njor. Further south is the city of Gray Sands, so named for the gray volcanic ash that make up the shoreline. To the southeast of Gray Sands is the southern most city of Arda’Njor, Fort North; built from the ruins of Arda’Njor’s first encampment on his journey into the land. To the northeast of Fort North is the third most populous city of the Province, the city of Cold Port. Cold Port is the primary hub of transport and trade into Arda’Njor from the Shivering Sea. Excess crops raised in the fields of White Plains often make their way there to be traded throughout Norsia. Southeast of Cold Port is the second most populous city of the Province, and the agricultural center of Arda’Njor, the city of White Plains. Finally, to the far east is the least populous city of the Province, the city of Windy Shores, which borders a steep cliff side over looking the Shivering sea.
May make more changes later, if need be.
Jarl: Koval(The Greater) Brute-Blade
Path: Way of the Warrior (bonus to battle rolls)
Household:
-Jarl Koval Brute-Blade-
Age 54, Jarl of The Province of Arda’Njor, and head of the Brute-Blade clan. He is the fourth member of the Brute-Blade clan to rule over the frozen lands of Arda’Njor. A once honored and respected warrior who led the armies of the Arda’Njor against the enemies of the King, he and his ancestors have traditionally offered the absolute fealty of The Arda’Njor Province to the King of Norsia. This tradition of fealty ended when King Beron the Bard ended the war against Gothra, whom the Brute-Blade clan have had a long lasting hatred for. When the King went missing on his quest to find Everwinter, it was Jarl Koval who refused to send any of the Arda’Njor to help find him.
Jarl Koval is an immense man of grand and imposing stature, his long braided hair is dark with hints of greying, and his eyes are of a stark blue and affirm his confidence in his Province.
-Arl Koval Brute-Blade-
Age 29, Arl of The Province of Arda’Njor, and first son of Koval The Greater. Koval The Lesser is the most likely heir to the throne of Arda’Njor, though some question his chances of ascension. A skilled and talented warrior like his father, he has yet to prove his bravery and courage on the field of battle against a real foe. He is also arrogant and dictatorial, lacking the understanding and steady-handedness of his father, the Jarl.
Arl Koval takes after his father in appearance more than attitude, as he too is a man of grand an imposing stature. His hair his long and braided, though is more fair in color.
-Arl Toral Stone-Fist-
Age 42, Arl of The Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of Cold Port, and head of the Stone-Fist clan. He is the seventh member of the Stone-Fist clan to govern the coastal city of Cold Port. For the last two hundred years the Stone-Fist clan has remained fiercely loyal to the Brute-Blade clan, and have helped them maintain their rule over the Province. Toral, as head of the Stone-Fists, has sworn to maintain this loyalty so as long as his friend and mentor, Koval The Greater serves as Jarl. Some have questioned this swearing, curious as to whether or not Toral will remain as loyal to Koval The Lesser, should he ascend to the throne as Jarl.
-Bathar Black-Blood, Thane of Arda’Njor-
Age 39, Thane of The Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of White Plains, and head of the Black-Blood clan. He is the ninth member of the Black-Blood clan to govern the city of White Plains. The Black-Blood clan is the eldest of all clans to still hold power within the Province of Arda’Njor. Five centuries ago, the Black-Blood clan waged a brutal civil war against the other clans that then made up the bulk of the White Plains; in their conquest, they took ownership of a majority portion of the farms that cultivate the rich and fertile soil. As such, the Black-Bloods have ensured their place of power, so long as they control the primary source of farmland in the Province. When the Brute-Blades came to power, they immediately saw the need to keep the Black-Bloods close, and granted the title of Thane to whomever leads the clan.
-Voloh Broad-Trunk, Thane of Arda’Njor-
Age 47, Thane of the Province of Arda’Njor, Governor of the City of Gray Sands, and head of the Broad-Trunk clan. He is the first member of the Broad-Trunk clan to govern the city of Gray Sands. The Broad-Trunk clan has traditionally been a clan of woodsman, and tree herders. But when the Stone-Fist reign came to an end, they were the first clan to join the Stone-Fists in supporting the ascension of the Brute-Blade clan. For their loyalty to the Jarldom, the Brute-Blade clan granted the Broad-Trunk clan the governing rights to the City of Gray Sands, as well as the title of Thane to the leader of the clan.
Dynasty Bio:
The Brute-Blade Clan’s place as rulers of The Province is afforded by the loyalty of a large contingent of the most prominent clans that dot the landscape of Arda’Njor. This place however, has not always been guaranteed, as Koval The Greater is only the fourth Brute-Blade to claim the throne of Jarl. Before the reign of the Brute-Blades, The Province was ruled over by the head of the Stone-Fist clan for five hundred years; their reign brought to an end at the hands of Gothran assassins. For this transgression, the clans of Arda’Njor have all held a long lasting hatred of Gothra.
While Jarl Koval Brute-Blade’s merit as a warrior and competent leader has never been called into question, the same cannot be said for Koval The Lesser. Arl Toral Stone-Fist himself has questioned whether Koval The Lesser is the right choice to ascend to the throne if and when Koval The Greater passes. This has raised the concern of the other major clans of Arda’Njor, as the word of the head of the Stone-Fist clan carries great impact. In fact, Koval The Greater has himself expressed concern regarding his son’s merit as a leader of The Province, and this has lead to a strenuous relationship between the two.
Though it is expected that Jarl Koval will officially name his son as heir to the throne as Jarl of Arda’Njor, the rumor has arisen that he will instead choose Toral Stone-Fist as his successor, thus bringing and end to his own clans rule of the Province, and restoring the Stone-Fist reign. Whatever Koval chooses, the clans of Arda’Njor trust that it will be for the betterment of the Province as a whole.
Province Name and Number:
4. The Province of Arda’Njor.
Fiefdom Bio:
The land that makes up The Province of Arda’Njor had long been a barren wasteland, devoid of civilization. Legend had told tales that the land had been carved by the Goddess Frigga, as a gift to her husband, the All father, Odin. So cold and remote that no man could ever tame the land, and ruin it’s beauty. At least, that was until the great ancient warlord Arda’Njor ventured north with his armies at the end of a great war. He saw the land as a challenge, and with the spoils of riches gained in his conquest, he began to cultivate the land.
His armies were made up of the great clans that had once been so widespread throughout Norsia, but now congregated together in service to their warlord. Legend holds that It wasn’t long until Arda’Njor ordered these armies to tear down the White Mountain, a peak so grand that it dominated most of the central land. It is said that it took the lives of every last of Arda’Njor’s men to flatten what was once the greatest peak in all the land, and that when the task was done, Frigga shed a single tear at the loss of her beautiful mountain; this tear fell upon the land where the mountain once stood, and made the soil fertile. Thus the White Plains were born, lands so fertile that they can grow any crop regardless of the snow that falls upon them.
Satisfied that he’d cultivated the land to his liking, Arda’Njor declared the land his Province, and welcomed the lesser clans of Norsia to migrate north. It is said then, that Arda’Njor went further north, and founded the city of Frostmourne, wherein he would rule his Province. There he died, and was later laid to rest in the catacombs beneath Great North Hall.
In the wake of his passing, the lesser clans gathered in Frostmourne to determine their new leader. It was decided that a Jarl would be named, and that from then on, he would name his successor. If the Jarl failed to name a successor, then there would be another meeting of the clans to choose his successor. In the time since, the clans have only met to choose their Jarl twice, most recently when the Jarl Torak Stone-Fist and his heir were assassinated. The clans then decided to name a Brute-Blade as their Jarl.
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Geologically, The Province of Arda’Njor is made up of rolling hills to the west, a great region of flat plains in the north central, and a great range of mountains to the east, called The Hold Mountains. The north central region is home to the most fertile farmlands in all of Arda’Njor, and are the primary source of food in the Province.
There are seven major cities spread throughout the Province. The northern most city and capital of Arda’Njor is Frostmourne, where the Jarl and his family reside. South from Frostmourne is Broad Hill, the fourth most populous city in Arda’Njor. Further south is the city of Gray Sands, so named for the gray volcanic ash that make up the shoreline. To the southeast of Gray Sands is the southern most city of Arda’Njor, Fort North; built from the ruins of Arda’Njor’s first encampment on his journey into the land. To the northeast of Fort North is the third most populous city of the Province, the city of Cold Port. Cold Port is the primary hub of transport and trade into Arda’Njor from the Shivering Sea. Excess crops raised in the fields of White Plains often make their way there to be traded throughout Norsia. Southeast of Cold Port is the second most populous city of the Province, and the agricultural center of Arda’Njor, the city of White Plains. Finally, to the far east is the least populous city of the Province, the city of Windy Shores, which borders a steep cliff side over looking the Shivering sea.
May make more changes later, if need be.
I'm working on my empire info right now. Can I reserve Territory 4?
Oh I'm so in. Oh, and heads up, the link you posted to Sign-Up links to another RP, one far more established than this one. Unless they're interconnected.
I'm definitely interested. I've always been a fan of the BattleTech universe. I'm gonna take a look at the creation method you listed there, and see what I can throw together.
WE ARE ODST
“Gafflwn Dihenydd, o’r fuddugol yn wiriol sydd. Ni fydd neb yn ein Drechu, Falch ydy ni I drochu, Traed o flaen i’r Annwn, mewn y gwybodaeth fe godwn ni.”
“We cheat Death from his rightful victory. No one can defeat us, we are glad, to plunge feet first into hell in the knowledge that we will rise.”
(IC Introduction)
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ATTENTION UNSC Commander Markus Ramsey
CONTENTS Mission Briefing
PRIORITY LEVEL 1-EO-DAR
DATED 08:00-22-08-2550
Attention: While UNSC Missions are performed in cooperation with other UNSC branches, mission details are to be shared at a command level as necessary and are not to disseminated among enlisted crew by UNSC Wayward Wanderer command staff. Failure to maintain mission covert status will result in severe disciplinary action to be determined on a case-by-case basis by an Office of Naval Intelligence Tribunal.
Code Name: Dinner Out
Assigned To: UNSC Wayward Wanderer
Assigned By: UNSC Office of Naval Intelligence Section-III
Assignment Date: 08:00-23-08-2550
Mission Location: Omega Titanius-III
Mission Goal:
The UNSC Wayward Wanderer is to make way at best speed for Omega Titanius System. Upon arrival, Wayward Wanderer will serve as support station for UNSC Marine Special Operations Detachment Ghost. Additional mission parameters will be revealed by UNSC Office of Naval Intelligence Field Operative Commander Samantha Aldridge. Supreme command authority has been granted to Office of Naval Intelligence Field Operative Commander Samantha Aldridge for this mission.
Expected Resistance:
The Office of Naval Intelligence Central Command Operatives report minimal resistance in wake of the Covenant obliteration of Omega Titanius III. However, ONI deep space surveillance buoys have detected minor subspace disturbances in nearby space, possibly caused by Covenant patrol ships.
Additional Support:
UNSC Wayward Wanderer has been allocated 1(one) new D79H-TC Pelican Heavy-Troop Carrier for field testing.
MESSAGE ENDS
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(OOC Introduction)
Alright! Now that I’m pretty well acclimated to the new forums here, I really want to get things going again. Some of you may have been involved with the previous incarnation of this RP at the old forums, and while that one fizzled and died, I feel like it’s worth a second attempt. I think I have a pretty good grasp of why it failed last time, and understand what is needed to see it succeed this time.
Firstly, I have a lot more time on my hands to spend writing, and progressing the story forward. Secondly, I realize that things stalled when they were getting good, due to my reluctance to move on, without offering everyone a chance to write for their character. This time, I will afford players the chance to respond, but won’t wait nearly as long to dictate for them in the event of their absence. I want things to progress as much as everyone else, and will ensure that it does, regardless. I will however, do my best to portray player characters to the best of my ability, and in a manner in sync with their creators wishes.
Finally, I also understand that a big part of an enjoyable RP is seeing our characters have their moments to shine, and that a good way to really get into an RP, is to see those moments early on. That’s why I’ve re-tooled the beginning of this RP to start off with a bang, that will really draw everyone in immediately. We want to see our characters behaving heroically, and this time, you won’t have to wait long to see this happen.
Now, as in the past, I see this as a squad based RP, in which this group of soldiers will work together to achieve a specific mission or mission objectives. Each particular mission will be sectioned off into an “Episode”, and at the beginning of each Episode there will be an opportunity to include new or future characters. This gives everyone the chance to ditch a character if they’ve grown bored of them, or to bring new ones into the fold if they’re really enjoying things. This also gives you the chance to determine the ultimate fate of your characters, IE if they live, or if they die.
Additionally, running this RP in an episodic manner allows me to better tailor moments to each of your characters. Again, we all want to see our characters shine, and I welcome potential story arcs and ideas that can be explored. That is, as long as they fit within the overall narrative of the Halo universe, and don’t interfere too harshly on what can be considered canon Halo lore. Also, so long as it doesn’t interfere too harshly with the general direction that I’ve laid out for this RP, and our group of soldiers.
Ideally, I’d really like the primary characters of this RP to be ODSTs, which are Orbital Drop Shock Troopers.
-> ODST <-
To give you an idea of what these guys are. In essence, they’re the Airborne Paratroopers of the future. They’re the very best of the best that the Marines have to offer. They’re often times the first to fight, and they’re generally fearless in the face of death. So when you’re thinking of your primary character for this RP, think ODST first.
However, I am willing to accept non-ODST characters as alternate characters. Though I will not be accepting any Spartans for this RP, as I’ve state that I want to keep this relatively canonical. ONI operatives, or Navy personnel, and so on, those are perfectly acceptable.
NOW Before any of this can happen, I first need to see if there is even an interest in a new Halo RP.
So, please let me know, and if this garners a little interest, I’ll push it forward.
And if you need a little inspiration, I give you one of the best live-action Halo trailers of all time.
And remember: WE ARE ODST
“Gafflwn Dihenydd, o’r fuddugol yn wiriol sydd. Ni fydd neb yn ein Drechu, Falch ydy ni I drochu, Traed o flaen i’r Annwn, mewn y gwybodaeth fe godwn ni.”
“We cheat Death from his rightful victory. No one can defeat us, we are glad, to plunge feet first into hell in the knowledge that we will rise.”
(IC Introduction)
- - - - -
ATTENTION UNSC Commander Markus Ramsey
CONTENTS Mission Briefing
PRIORITY LEVEL 1-EO-DAR
DATED 08:00-22-08-2550
Attention: While UNSC Missions are performed in cooperation with other UNSC branches, mission details are to be shared at a command level as necessary and are not to disseminated among enlisted crew by UNSC Wayward Wanderer command staff. Failure to maintain mission covert status will result in severe disciplinary action to be determined on a case-by-case basis by an Office of Naval Intelligence Tribunal.
Code Name: Dinner Out
Assigned To: UNSC Wayward Wanderer
Assigned By: UNSC Office of Naval Intelligence Section-III
Assignment Date: 08:00-23-08-2550
Mission Location: Omega Titanius-III
Mission Goal:
The UNSC Wayward Wanderer is to make way at best speed for Omega Titanius System. Upon arrival, Wayward Wanderer will serve as support station for UNSC Marine Special Operations Detachment Ghost. Additional mission parameters will be revealed by UNSC Office of Naval Intelligence Field Operative Commander Samantha Aldridge. Supreme command authority has been granted to Office of Naval Intelligence Field Operative Commander Samantha Aldridge for this mission.
Expected Resistance:
The Office of Naval Intelligence Central Command Operatives report minimal resistance in wake of the Covenant obliteration of Omega Titanius III. However, ONI deep space surveillance buoys have detected minor subspace disturbances in nearby space, possibly caused by Covenant patrol ships.
Additional Support:
UNSC Wayward Wanderer has been allocated 1(one) new D79H-TC Pelican Heavy-Troop Carrier for field testing.
MESSAGE ENDS
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(OOC Introduction)
Alright! Now that I’m pretty well acclimated to the new forums here, I really want to get things going again. Some of you may have been involved with the previous incarnation of this RP at the old forums, and while that one fizzled and died, I feel like it’s worth a second attempt. I think I have a pretty good grasp of why it failed last time, and understand what is needed to see it succeed this time.
Firstly, I have a lot more time on my hands to spend writing, and progressing the story forward. Secondly, I realize that things stalled when they were getting good, due to my reluctance to move on, without offering everyone a chance to write for their character. This time, I will afford players the chance to respond, but won’t wait nearly as long to dictate for them in the event of their absence. I want things to progress as much as everyone else, and will ensure that it does, regardless. I will however, do my best to portray player characters to the best of my ability, and in a manner in sync with their creators wishes.
Finally, I also understand that a big part of an enjoyable RP is seeing our characters have their moments to shine, and that a good way to really get into an RP, is to see those moments early on. That’s why I’ve re-tooled the beginning of this RP to start off with a bang, that will really draw everyone in immediately. We want to see our characters behaving heroically, and this time, you won’t have to wait long to see this happen.
Now, as in the past, I see this as a squad based RP, in which this group of soldiers will work together to achieve a specific mission or mission objectives. Each particular mission will be sectioned off into an “Episode”, and at the beginning of each Episode there will be an opportunity to include new or future characters. This gives everyone the chance to ditch a character if they’ve grown bored of them, or to bring new ones into the fold if they’re really enjoying things. This also gives you the chance to determine the ultimate fate of your characters, IE if they live, or if they die.
Additionally, running this RP in an episodic manner allows me to better tailor moments to each of your characters. Again, we all want to see our characters shine, and I welcome potential story arcs and ideas that can be explored. That is, as long as they fit within the overall narrative of the Halo universe, and don’t interfere too harshly on what can be considered canon Halo lore. Also, so long as it doesn’t interfere too harshly with the general direction that I’ve laid out for this RP, and our group of soldiers.
Ideally, I’d really like the primary characters of this RP to be ODSTs, which are Orbital Drop Shock Troopers.
-> ODST <-
To give you an idea of what these guys are. In essence, they’re the Airborne Paratroopers of the future. They’re the very best of the best that the Marines have to offer. They’re often times the first to fight, and they’re generally fearless in the face of death. So when you’re thinking of your primary character for this RP, think ODST first.
However, I am willing to accept non-ODST characters as alternate characters. Though I will not be accepting any Spartans for this RP, as I’ve state that I want to keep this relatively canonical. ONI operatives, or Navy personnel, and so on, those are perfectly acceptable.
NOW Before any of this can happen, I first need to see if there is even an interest in a new Halo RP.
So, please let me know, and if this garners a little interest, I’ll push it forward.
And if you need a little inspiration, I give you one of the best live-action Halo trailers of all time.
And remember: WE ARE ODST
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