Ti

A wild void kitty emerges from the tall grass...

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Disappointed we lost Red Wizard, but that can happen!

The World We Left Behind

@Ti

I added one more section to the character sheet, if you could add that onto yours. I just thought of the idea and thought it might be interesting to give each player a little bit of control over where they would like to see technology development go in the short-term.

@Shandria

What about, a "Voltic Safeguard Coil" ?
A modified Tesla coil which can be used for defence against a hungry beast munching on the power armour. It cannot be used due to not having a sufficient power source. Perhaps it is a piece of equipment recovered from a previous owner.

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Character Name: Ayana Darling

Character Age: 32

Diver Role: Security

Character Description: In her early thirties, Ayana commands attention with a striking blend of dark skin and carefully styled blonde hair, creating an alluring and unconventional appearance. Dressed in a tailored black suit adorned with jewellery, the ensemble is completed by a distinctive black top hat, with unique embellishments adding an air of mystery. Her facial expressions, often marked by a self-assured smirk, convey a sense of detachment and superiority, suggesting that she views herself above the mundane concerns of others. A habitual smoker, she is frequently seen with a cigarette, the act lending a performative quality to her nonchalant demeanour. Despite her opulent exterior, underneath lies the lean figure of a former mercenary, embodying a character who seamlessly blends elegance with a history of action.

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Diver Rig: Clad in a formidable diver rig, she traverses the surface with an undeniable air of dominance. The rig, a robust and enduring relic of a bygone era, boasts a bold, rugged design tailored for resilience against formidable adversaries. Its dome-like head, adorned with an array of viewing ports, gives it an authoritative presence while offering a panoramic perspective of the surroundings. This mechanical marvel is equipped with a high-powered pressurized spear-gun, a fearsome weapon designed for precision and high penetration. Ingeniously, the spear-gun can be strategically ejected to anchor onto foes, securing them in a relentless grasp. On the opposite limb, a powerful, hydraulic-driven fist serves as a versatile appendage capable of grabbing, crushing, and bludgeoning with tremendous force.

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Notable Character Traits: Ayana exudes confidence in every step, and her assertiveness is palpable, making it clear that she is unapologetically in control of her surroundings. Her facial expressions often carry a subtle smirk, as she views the world with a degree of amusement that may leave others intimidated. She is adorned in lavish jewellery, wearing her wealth like armour, with intricate pieces telling tales of successful endeavours. She blends the elegance of fashion with her own unique flair, challenging traditional norms as a symbol of individuality and sophistication. With her background, she is someone who embraces both the luxury and the grittier aspects of life as a diver.

Background: Ayana’s journey began on a large island where resources were scarce, and life was a struggle for survival, with everyone fending for themselves in an unremarkable and unforgiving environment. Growing up, she learned early on that to escape the hardships, many turned to the profession of diving, seeking a chance at wealth and a life beyond the scrapheap existence.

It was amidst this backdrop that Ayana found her place among a pirate crew, one that became a makeshift family, navigating the treacherous surface world and engaging in daring missions together. However, fate took a turn for the worst during a dive gone wrong, leaving Ayana as the sole survivor. Adrift and with no clear path forward, she was unexpectedly rescued by a diving crew from Pitchguard who arrived seeking salvage.

Pitchguard, though offering a new beginning, presented its own challenges. Ayana, an outsider from a very different kind of island, struggled to integrate into the tight-knit community. The locals viewed her with suspicion, and negative rumors about her circulated, making it difficult for her to secure employment. Faced with limited options and a tarnished reputation, she made the decision to join a newly recruited diving crew, led by a young and inexperienced Captain.

Diver Reasoning: Ayana’s choice to become a diver was born out of the necessity to escape the harsh and limited life on her large island. Faced with scarce resources and a constant struggle, she recognized diving as a gateway to a world beyond the unremarkable and unforgiving environment she knew. The allure of wealth, the close-knit camaraderie, and a life beyond the scrapheap made it even more appealing. Although her journey took an unexpected turn with the loss of her crew during a perilous dive, leading to life on Pitchguard, the desire for a fresh start doing what she knew best motivated her to continue her path.

Relic: Voltic Safeguard Coil - Originally designed as a prototype to create localized electromagnetic fields for defence, the Voltic Safeguard Coil is a modified Tesla coil that Ayana acquired from a wreckage of the previous owner. However, the coil is currently non-functional due to missing components, such as a power source, and calibration. Once activated, the Voltic Safeguard Coil can emit controlled electrical discharges, which can be an effective defence against the beasts.

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Looks good to me.
I also added in the Security role into the main post, though you already get what it's about.

@Shandria

Well, seeing as we're on the same page here, how 'bout I go ahead and sign off on the contract by putting my details on that page over yonder? Then, as we gear up for the salvaging business, we can delve into the nitty-gritty of hazard pay. I reckon we can work out the finer details of me lendin' my expertise in securin' the site for ya. What d'ya say?

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Character for Review:

Ayana Darling

Character Name: Ayana Darling

Character Age: 32

Diver Role: Security

Character Description: In her early thirties, Ayana commands attention with a striking blend of dark skin and carefully styled blonde hair, creating an alluring and unconventional appearance. Dressed in a tailored black suit adorned with jewellery, the ensemble is completed by a distinctive black top hat, with unique embellishments adding an air of mystery. Her facial expressions, often marked by a self-assured smirk, convey a sense of detachment and superiority, suggesting that she views herself above the mundane concerns of others. A habitual smoker, she is frequently seen with a cigarette, the act lending a performative quality to her nonchalant demeanour. Despite her opulent exterior, underneath lies the lean figure of a former mercenary, embodying a character who seamlessly blends elegance with a history of action.

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Diver Rig: Clad in a formidable diver rig, she traverses the surface with an undeniable air of dominance. The rig, a robust and enduring relic of a bygone era, boasts a bold, rugged design tailored for resilience against formidable adversaries. Its dome-like head, adorned with an array of viewing ports, gives it an authoritative presence while offering a panoramic perspective of the surroundings. This mechanical marvel is equipped with a high-powered pressurized spear-gun, a fearsome weapon designed for precision and high penetration. Ingeniously, the spear-gun can be strategically ejected to anchor onto foes, securing them in a relentless grasp. On the opposite limb, a powerful, hydraulic-driven fist serves as a versatile appendage capable of grabbing, crushing, and bludgeoning with tremendous force.

Image Reference:

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Notable Character Traits: Ayana exudes confidence in every step, and her assertiveness is palpable, making it clear that she is unapologetically in control of her surroundings. Her facial expressions often carry a subtle smirk, as she views the world with a degree of amusement that may leave others intimidated. She is adorned in lavish jewellery, wearing her wealth like armour, with intricate pieces telling tales of successful endeavours. She blends the elegance of fashion with her own unique flair, challenging traditional norms as a symbol of individuality and sophistication. With her background, she is someone who embraces both the luxury and the grittier aspects of life as a diver.

Background: Ayana’s journey began on a large island where resources were scarce, and life was a struggle for survival, with everyone fending for themselves in an unremarkable and unforgiving environment. Growing up, she learned early on that to escape the hardships, many turned to the profession of diving, seeking a chance at wealth and a life beyond the scrapheap existence.

It was amidst this backdrop that Ayana found her place among a pirate crew, one that became a makeshift family, navigating the treacherous surface world and engaging in daring missions together. However, fate took a turn for the worst during a dive gone wrong, leaving Ayana as the sole survivor. Adrift and with no clear path forward, she was unexpectedly rescued by a diving crew from Pitchguard who arrived seeking salvage.

Pitchguard, though offering a new beginning, presented its own challenges. Ayana, an outsider from a very different kind of island, struggled to integrate into the tight-knit community. The locals viewed her with suspicion, and negative rumors about her circulated, making it difficult for her to secure employment. Faced with limited options and a tarnished reputation, she made the decision to join a newly recruited diving crew, led by a young and inexperienced Captain.

Diver Reasoning: Ayana’s choice to become a diver was born out of the necessity to escape the harsh and limited life on her large island. Faced with scarce resources and a constant struggle, she recognized diving as a gateway to a world beyond the unremarkable and unforgiving environment she knew. The allure of wealth, the close-knit camaraderie, and a life beyond the scrapheap made it even more appealing. Although her journey took an unexpected turn with the loss of her crew during a perilous dive, leading to life on Pitchguard, the desire for a fresh start doing what she knew best motivated her to continue her path.

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I will be looking towards making a character sheet today.

Looks like what was left out of the main roles was Security, since Breacher and Loader were claimed (as per interest check rules). Though the specific write-up about Security didn't make it across to this thread, though referenced elsewhere within the post.

Heyy! Diving back into this lovely site

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Amandine deftly ducked to evade a blue magical blast heading in her direction. The bandits, it seemed, had a mage among them. With the element of surprise lost, the rustling in the bushes ahead intensified as they responded to her assault. Deciding to regroup, Amandine backtracked and swiftly climbed up one of the trees using her rope-dagger, aiming to regain her composure with an aerial view of the unfolding skirmish below.

Her eyes darted around, eager to catch a glimpse of Simbel and the impending transformation. Would it be an overpowering owlbear, a large lionbear, or perhaps a three-headed grotesque goatbear? The possibilities excited her. However, her scanning revealed nothing. Sniffing the air and peeling away layers of perception with her draconic eyes, Amandine could see the ongoing fight. A rogue individual wielded magic against the bandits, and even Faline seemed to have charmed one to their side. But Simbel, her beloved shapeshifter, was notably absent.

Compounding the challenge was the numerical superiority of the enemies, putting the party on the defensive very early on. Amandine, having taken advantage of flanking the unaware foes, knew she couldn't engage them head-to-head without enduring a severe beating in the process. Even if she did, perhaps even using her trump card, it might create far more problems than it solved. Resorting to another trump card, she decided to frighten them. Inhaling deeply, she unleashed a powerful ROAR, a dragon's rumbling, gurgling snarl that tapped into the primal fear of lesser beings, sending them scattering in disarray. She grinned widely as she witnessed their meanderings, releasing a playful “Rawr” as a follow-up.

As things began to settle, Amandine moved through the treetops, creating makeshift bridges with her rope-dagger to scout the area. It wasn't long before she found the location where the white eagle had last been seen, and swinging down into the undergrowth, she began to search. It was at that moment she observed the bird with an arrow sticking out of it, she felt a moment of grave concern.

She started to slowly approach the others, carrying the bird in her arms, a grey pheasant. "Do you think in her final moments, Simbel transformed into something tasty for us?" she mused, her stomach audibly rumbling at the thought of food.

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The World We Left Behind (Steampunk/Sci Fi, Mecha, Adventure, Progressing Technology RP)

The talk about power armour reminds me of Bioshock (Big Daddy) and similar set ups. Which also kind of fits your idea of Steampunk setting.