The Jest

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@EchoicChamber

I'm currently in the process of making my CSes. But I feel I must inform you that they will take a while. X_X

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@CollectorOfMyst Aight, sounds good.

@The Jest

1. The Blessed don't have powers themselves, but they can use magic by writing runes and such. Basically, the Runes can manifest magic internally and directly use magic without having to think too much about it, but regular humans like the Blessed have to write spells out, and learn about the runic alphabet in order to tap into that sort of external magic. A lot of Blessed rely on either rune-writing, or good old fashioned modern weaponry. c:

2. Specific positions? It depends on what the position is, I feel. I'm likely going to write for the leader of the Blessed (either via NPC or actual character), and some of the Blessed have specific roles like Head of X, so you're free to ask for a position as long as it isn't already taken or at the tippy top or anything.

3. Nah, I don't think so. They would just have to have had no knowledge that your character would suddenly be in possession of Algiz after its current user dies.

@EchoicChamber

I see, I see. Good stuff to know. I have an idea to what my character for that is then, I just need to figure out what position to put him in, something involving combat, defensive or offensive, would be nice.

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@The Jest When a Rune user dies, the rune suddenly appears on the new person, and the person abruptly finds themselves with the powers corresponding to that rune. So with Algiz, for instance, it's likely they might suddenly accidentally manifest a shield out of nowhere. c:

@EchoicChamber

I see, I see...Now onto the the next question, well, a group of three questions regarding the Blessed.

1. Are the Blessed allowed powers of any particular kind?

2. Are there any specific positions still available?

3. Would it be considered an ass-pull if my Blessed character Just so happens to be the Father of my Algiz user?

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That being said, I would like to thank @CollectorofMyst for doing so, because it gave me a reason to look up my rune.

Upon discovering what the rune is about...Now I have no question who I'm using now.

Though I can tell that It's gonna be a while before I'm done reading the IC. For convenience sake, I have to ask:

What exactly happens to the Rune when its user dies? Does it simply fly off the body into its next choice?

@EchoicChamber

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@The Jest Mmmm, that makes sense. I appreciate it regardless, though, as it shows that you're putting a lot of thought into the roleplay. c:
Considering that Skadi seems to be a fairly prominent figure in Norse mythology, I would say that I'd prefer for you to stick with Surtr for now, and then later on in plot, if we need a Skadi, you'll likely be one of my first candidates for the role. Would that be alright?

@EchoicChamber

Honestly, I'm somewhat surprise I get even that much. I'll gladly take that offer. ^_^

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@The Jest I appreciate your brushing up on what's been going on so far. :D

And Skadi? Would you mind giving me some info on her real quick? I have a general knowledge of some Norse lore, but I still don't know some of the figures in it, haha. ^^;

@EchoicChamber

I don't like making things awkward by walking in without any knowledge. Especially given that my character is coming in late in the game, replacing a character that seemed..."active" for lack of a better word, and is likely to be an inversed version of her as far as personality is concerned. (Both have an inferiority complex, incidentally brought on by being in the shadow of a better patriarch, yet another creepy coincidence, but my version takes the inferiority....differently.)

From what I understand, Skadi or "Skaði" is a Female Ice Jotun associated with Winter, Mountains, and The hunt, essentially making her Surtr's polar opposite in a way. She married god by the name of "Njörður" one time, and by extension became the Stepmother of Freyr and Freya.

Now I've been trying to find a Citing source as to her role in Ragnarok. ...I haven't found it. I've seen a description saying that all the gods would "Return to her at the end of Ragnarok", but I found no source to back that up, which is why I didn't ask for her while asking for Surtr.

However, given that she is affiliated as an Embodiment of Winter, I believe her involvement may be with "Fimbulwinter".

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@EchoicChamber

Ok, My analysis of all the CSes is now complete.

Now onto checking on the IC. ...Hoo boy... XD

Also, GM, If it's not too much trouble, will you permit me another Specific Jotun? I would like to take claim of Skadi as well. ^_^

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@The Jest@CollectorOfMyst Alright, I've marked down both runes as Claimed. c: Looking forward to seeing your characters!

@SantosGabriel77 Glad to see that you're interested! Since the runes have been filled as of now, would you like a World Eater?

@Blueflame I would say take out the multiple forms, if possible- at least for now. Jotuns and wargs can transform into giants and wolves respectively, but I'm not sure if there are any creatures in Norse lore that can transform into shadow creatures. If anyone knows of one that can, however, feel free to call me out on it!

Also, as for the list of Norse World Eaters that are taken off the table, off the top of my head:
Hel
Nidhoggir
Fenrir
Jormungandr
Skoll
Hati

In addition, the Norse gods are off the table by default, although they don't quite count as WEs. c:

(Surtr is also now off the table now that Jest has taken him, but I didn't want it to seem like I was being wishy-washy on whether he was allowed or not, haha)

@EchoicChamber

Thank you.

Just finished reading the CS for Jormungandr

...Is it bad that I honest-to-god want to hug the world snake now? XD

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Downside to Algiz is the possibility of getting Isa leading your team leader. Isa is the worst.

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I'll drop you a PM relating to some of the stuff to discuss. =)

@VitoftheVoid

Depending on what you mean by "The Worst", I don't think you'll have to worry too much if I do use the Aigiz Rune. The character I have in mind have dealt with assholes in charge or partnered before...Off this universe but still. XD

And very well. ^^

EDIT: @EchoicChamber Upon looking, I noticed that my Predecessor happened to also be skilled at combat, which essentially answered my question for me.

Now I have no doubts. I'll be taking that Aigiz Rune.

EDIT 2: And I just noticed that my predecessor actually has quite a few similarities with both candidates I had in mind...A creepy coincidence, but somewhat fortunate for you, makes the transition likely easier that way. XD

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Oh heyyy new people! I'm Vt, pleased to meet you.

@The Jest If you're doing a Surt it might be useful for us to talk as I've been doing all the background stuff for Jotun/Fire Jotun up to this point, know what things are happening with them behind the scenes and have a Fire Jotun in play at this moment.

@VitoftheVoid

Very well. I have no intentions of hindering any plans, and I do still need to read up on stuff. Any enlightenment for my characters would be much appreciated.