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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 9, 2024 20:04:05 GMT -5
Oop I'm late-
To answer Cinder, Featherlight is a prince. If permitted to have magic, it'd be illusory in nature. His preferred weapon is a bow although he's proficient with all of them. He's a strategist but can also take on the 'bard' role with speechcraft and skill with the arts.
Stardust is more of a strategist but he's also malleable. When it comes to roles, he can just fill whatever space you guys have open! So feel free to make your characters whatever and I'll just close the gap ^^
Ooh nice! I'd like to fill out some other roles too then~
And I don't mind using your character sheet!
To clarify MotherofSolace, I meant that I'd like Featherlight to be part of the team even though he's not a Chosen One, but I completely understand if it's an exclusive club, so to speak! ^^
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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 9, 2024 20:05:21 GMT -5
Hmhm, okay! But what I meant by my question is, what are the differences between them? Different types of magic? Bloodline? If they're generally all evil, is that a societal thing or because of the nature of their magic?
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 9, 2024 20:09:51 GMT -5
OH im sorry i misunderstood.  Witches lean into dark nature based magic Wizards lean into basic black magic Warlock lean into almost like necromancer magic Not much lore on them ( i didnt think that far ahead ngl  ) |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 9, 2024 20:11:08 GMT -5
For the kingdom form i just need like a slightly detailed depiction of the castle where the King and High Court reside , the city and any other details youd like to add. Also okay with pictures for descriptions.
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 9, 2024 20:53:23 GMT -5
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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 9, 2024 21:36:37 GMT -5
To clarify MotherofSolace, I meant that I'd like Featherlight to be part of the team even though he's not a Chosen One, but I completely understand if it's an exclusive club, so to speak! ^^ I still don't know whether to make a form for my second character or not? My kingdom coa can't be created so I'll just describe it! So you're saying most magic-users will be with the Blood King due to the nature of their magic being 'dark' and exploitative, is that right? By 'dark nature based magic' do you mean like potions and alchemy? And basic black magic is...curses? Kinda like voodoo dolls? Necromancy is a bit more straightforward, but is there anything else you'd like to add? I think I can work with that~ |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 9, 2024 21:54:40 GMT -5
Yes most will be for him , but there’s always going to be a couple who disagree and won’t be on his side.
And Yes to all your questions about the magic (:
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 10, 2024 21:19:51 GMT -5
( Bump )
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 11, 2024 20:59:05 GMT -5
oh also! noctis, for your characters what general class are you going for? like knight, mage, prince, wizard, etc? just bc i'm starting to work on mine rn and i dont want to accidentally make them too similar ^^ So the character in the winter kingdom will be a knight. I Was thinking of maybe a simple fisherman that is the kings bastard son. for the sea. and for sun i was thinking a high lady (: |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 12, 2024 16:09:15 GMT -5
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 13, 2024 12:40:47 GMT -5
Bump ))
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cinder
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Post by cinder on Aug 13, 2024 19:58:57 GMT -5
im still getting my characters/kingdom worked on👍 dragon ideas are mostly where i'm getting caught up, it's tough to find references LOL
are we going off a world map or will it be mostly by word? just bc i'd like to know if winterkingdom has any borders!
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 13, 2024 20:19:55 GMT -5
What kind reference are you looking for? Maybe i can help? (:
And as for a map mostly word. But i can see about getting a picture for ya (:
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 13, 2024 20:45:53 GMT -5
World MapHeres a map, i just focused on the 3 kingdoms and the borders. If that helps any (:
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Post by cinder on Aug 13, 2024 20:55:41 GMT -5
PERFECT the map is exactly what i needed + looks great  thank you (and damn, thats over half the continent under the blood king) as far as references go its mostly just finding something midway between an idea of mine and an idea that already exists ^^' if you have any spare references you dont plan on using thatd be great to have out there though |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 13, 2024 21:38:57 GMT -5
Yeah that Middle Kingdom is under war with the blood king is where we are gonna start in the RP just to give us time to start , do the trials and start preparing. Also the Sea kingdom owns the island that’s why they only have a little patch of main land territory.
What’s your dragon idea ? Whatcha looking for ? Any specifics ??
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 13, 2024 21:41:55 GMT -5
Also for Maylin , instead of making her a low born noble, I kinda wanna change it to being the princess of the sun kingdom. I don’t feel like going In and editing her stuff so I figure I’d throw that out there I also don’t mind if anyone character are royal or not that’s up to you. They could be a simple merchant or a high born (: |
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Post by cinder on Aug 13, 2024 23:41:45 GMT -5
awesome, good to know i have a dragon for one of my characters, but for the other id like something a little more lithe? like less big and powerful and more sleek and swift type of dragon. small but powerful-ish. |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 14, 2024 6:23:02 GMT -5
I’m on my phone rn cause I’m headed to work but I think I found a couple photos of what you’re lookin for. I have no idea how to load pictures through my phone. If you have discord or even a spare email I could send them to you. I won’t be home till 4-5 my time ( Central Time ) I kinda picked a wide variety of shape , color and look for ya to look through (:
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 14, 2024 6:23:28 GMT -5
If not I totally get it and I’ll work on a google doc for you to look at once home (:
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 16, 2024 17:55:38 GMT -5
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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 17, 2024 10:14:48 GMT -5
Name: Kirari Hoshina Nickname or Title: Kira, Kogoro, The Lost Heir, The Last Hoshina, Stardust Rank: Heir to the Takanashi Shogunate Age: 24 Abilities: When it comes to physical danger to himself, Kira seems to have a sixth sense that heightens his senses and reflexes. His will to live is immense. He's a skilled healer and botanist. Other than that, nothing beyond your average elf. Description: Kirari is tall and willowy at 6'3, with a svelte build that suits his doll-like appearance. He is most accustomed to fine clothing with eye-catching colors and designs, but now finds himself wearing whatever he can afford or find. Strangely, he only has an eye for beauty when it concerns what is actually considered 'beautiful'; his current wardrobe comes in a variety of sizes and colors, often clashing and ill-fitting. He doesn't know how to coordinate the various styles that he finds himself in, and so gives the impression of being both blind and a beggar. Yet this assumption is utterly incongruous with how he presents himself- Kirari moves with understated grace and cannot quite do away with the refined mannerisms borne of his pedigree. His sleek, feathery hair is impractically long- tumbling past his waist in waves- and well-maintained, not even the messy braids and buns that he keeps it in can do it a disservice. His silvery gold eyes are a touch too bright with the belief that good can still be found in the ever-darkening world around him. Kirari's hands are soft and uncallused, even when protected by black leather gloves it's clear that he has never used them for menial labor. A lightning scar originates from the skin over his heart and branches across his torso to end at his left hip, but is always concealed. His white-gold birthmark takes the form of a serpentine dragon- its horned head sits at the hollow of his throat while it winds around his neck and upper shoulders to dangle its pointed tail over his heart. With these exceptions, his pale skin is largely unmarred by scars or imperfections of any kind. The golden freckles that mist his nose and cheeks when he spends too much time in the sun cannot detract from his aristocratic bearing. Kirari's hair is originally a glittering silvery-gold, paler and finer in hue than his eyes. The unique shade marks him as a Hoshina, however, so it is currently dyed black. Kira hides his features behind wide-brimmed hats with veils when he can get away with it. His long ears show signs of being pierced but are now unadorned. The only jewelry he allows himself is an ornate pink spinel hairstick crusted in glittering star-shaped gems and dangling three more at varying lengths. It has been fashioned into a necklace with a leather strap and is worn under his clothing. His expressions are usually mild and well-controlled, revealing little of what he is thinking or feeling. Strong emotions can startle him into emoting, however. Smiles are notably at home on his face, and he habitually offers them when he doesn't know how to respond- which often gives the wrong impression. Personality: Kirari is the heart of opposing poles. Capricious yet iron-willed. Demure yet straightforward. He is flighty and faint-hearted, thinking nothing of catering to his often childish whims as long as he can be sure no harm will come to him. Naïveté and a trusting nature means that he is often taken for a fool, yet a stubborn belief in the inherent good of others prevents him from learning his lesson. And that isn't the extent of his headstrong nature- once he has set a goal, Kirari will do everything in his power to see it through. Pain, physical, mental, or emotional obstacles- he can power through it all with sheer force of will. His frail body cannot contain him. This is a side of him rarely shown, however. Exceedingly polite and meek when engaged, Kirari tries to occupy as little space as possible and offers those around him respect even when reason would dictate otherwise. At the same time, he is direct and clear-cut if the situation should call for it. Flowery words are only a method of conveying his unvarnished honesty and shrewd observations. Vanity is clear in the way he fusses over his appearance (often unaware how chaotic it is) and is drawn to items and ideas that remind him of his pampered upbringing. It seems his beauty is the one thing that he rarely compromises on, and Kirari mourns the fact that he must hide what he really is- his sense of self-preservation wins out, however. In fact, it wins out in the majority of his decisions. Despite his rigid courtesy and soft words, Kira can be startlingly...callous. His family's world revolved around him, and he was never taught to care for others beyond those he had already grown close to. Extra Information: Kirari was the beloved baby of his family- he'd always been sickly and so wasn't called on to become a samurai like all Hoshina before him. In fact, he was rarely permitted to leave the estate at all and saw only a trusted few for any length of time. His family's overprotectiveness stemmed from the belief that he was 'purer' than they and an arahitogami or 'living god', thus they guarded him jealously and sought to keep him hidden from the Blood King. Instead, they occupied his mind with the many arts of the upper class; such as poetry, singing, calligraphy, mastery over musical instruments, and strategy games. Kirari also learned botany and medicine, out of a desire to take care of himself and be useful to his family. He's now well-versed in the art of healing despite only having his Clan to practice on. He has been taught to use sai and the yumi but isn't particularly skilled at either. Kira's body is still fairly frail, he lacks stamina but has an astonishing level of endurance. He was never taught to ride dragons and Sedzukiya was only introduced to him shortly before the annihilation of his Clan, so they lack a genuine connection. Although he hides from Tsu knowing what will be asked of him, their bond is absolute. Kira is the only person who loves him unconditionally and the feeling is mutual. He speaks with a gentle monotone that becomes increasingly discordant as he experiences strong emotions. Kirari is prone to frequent blushing and has a habit of attempting to hide his face with a fan or sleeves when flustered. Despite his poker face, he's usually a terrible liar. Straightforward to the point that he doesn't understand sarcasm and takes most things literally. ( "Nothing goes over my head. I would catch it")( Below: FC )
***** Name: Tsuruya Ryuen Nickname or Title: Tsuru, Tsu, The --- Prince, Deathbell, Soul Reaver Rank: Crown Prince of Amigara Age: 23 Abilities: Necromancy. Tsuruya is capable of using magic to trap the souls of the departed in various objects- usually items that are inherently tied to death. His most prominent are a feather quill used to sign death warrants, a wakizashi used for seppuku, a lantern that led funeral processions, and a censer that was used during wakes. He carries one or a combination of these items with him at all times and can communicate with the spirits within, all bound to his will with blood magic. Tsuruya can also use them for reconnaissance by partially freeing them to scout the area before drawing them back. Through a ritual, he can place a curse on a person that weakens their life force and makes them more likely to fall prey to his binding when they die. He can briefly reveal spirits to others, haunting them with the likenesses of loved ones or tricking them into following trusted allies. His trapped souls also possess the expected abilities of a ghost, such as evoking fear and despair, drastically lowering the temperature around them, and briefly paralyzing those they touch or pass through. As he grows stronger he will be able to control reanimated corpses for a few minutes at a time, although this form of magic is especially draining and can leave him vulnerable to attack. Necromancy requires immense focus, precise control over his innate magic, and is often achieved with rituals and sacrifices. For this reason Tsuruya rarely takes to the field and is surrounded by his honor guard at all times so that he is free to work. As a warrior prince, Tsuru excels at wielding a variety of weapons. His favored is the bladed yumi bow Mikazuki, but he carries a katana (Kogarasu Maru) and wakizashi (Onimaru) for close combat. They're only seen during major battles, however. His expert archery is enough, picking off enemies from the sky while his honor guard ensures that he remains unscathed. Description: Tsu is a tall man at 6'1, with a lithe build usually swathed in loose, bright clothing. The bright colors match his effusive personality, and the looseness of his kimonos belie the powerful muscles that were honed by frequent battles. Red, white, and black are his family's colors but the combination is only ever worn in an official capacity. His silken hair is pitch black, falling past his waist when left loose but more often tied or braided in a variety of styles. Garnet eyes stand out against the pale skin of his expressive face. His features can be confusing- clearly displaying everything he feels in one moment and utterly placid the next. He is liberally scarred, but proudly bears none on his face or back- but for the starburst on the lower left side of his torso where he was once run through. Tsuruya wears a great many accessories- his pointed ears are thrice-pierced and he can often be seen with rings or necklaces, his hair twisted up with glittering hairsticks, coronets, barrettes, and cuffs. In battle he is unadorned but for the beribboned bells that he is never without. Tsuru always wears small round silver bells that are either woven into his hair or used as ties. They're his trademark and serve to herald his presence or give melodies to swift movements. His upper body and arms are covered in tattoos; a crane taking flight on his back, an eastern dragon twines around his left arm, and the right is covered in a profusion of flowers. All of his tattoos are in monochrome with scarlet pops of color, with the sole exception of the flowers on his arm. He is meant to wear a crane mask that covers his face within court, but often simply has it perched on the side of his head. Personality: Tsu is arrogant and short-tempered, yet gracious. He strangely mixes courtly manners with brashness, a sharp tongue, and a tendency to speak his mind when silence would suit him better. He can be divisive (and doesn't care) because his high opinion of himself is surely warranted due to being the best amongst his highly competitive family. His chivalry may be difficult to parse, yet he's incredibly loyal and secretly a compassionate person. It is usually hidden under bluster and expressed more through actions than words, however. Tsuru is vain but not self-absorbed - (at least not in a selfish way) he prefers the finer things in life but does not look down on others for their lack, nor judge based on surface level information. While generally personable and ebullient, Tsuruya's temper can be sudden and vicious. He can control it, but it is still often expressed in some way. He is stubborn and single-minded, often so focused on his goals that he forgets to take others into consideration or look at the bigger picture. Tsuruya's high opinion of himself also often sees him taking on more than he can reasonably bear. He values his life but is unconsciously self-sacrificing, as he sees it as his natural duty to take charge of and look after others by virtue of his gifts. Tsuruya can wear himself thin without even noticing it. Extra Information: He doesn't like war or unnecessary violence, but knows that it is often unavoidable. As such, he resolves to be the best at it so that he will control its severity. Tsuru loves singing, dancing, music, and poetry, and is skilled in all forms. He sings often, even in battle, and uses his songs to rally his troops. His personal guard are known as Dirge Vivace. Tsuruya has a naturally soft and melodic voice but it can quickly become loud and harsh when incensed. Kirari is his childhood friend and one of the few people he trusts completely. He is knowledgable on a variety of topics due to collecting souls from a number of walks of life. Many within his parents' court either fear or loathe him- usually both. They loathe him for opposing policies that oppress others and fear him because he is known to kill people that he likes or admires so that he can keep their souls. For this reason he has few true friends- although the majority of the men and women he commands view him favorably. They're more valuable alive than dead, after all. Tsuruya is in possession of the souls of his six siblings, killed for failing to meet their parents' expectations. He is actually the second youngest of them. Byakuran has been a staunch ally and friend since he was 12, and they get along well despite vastly different personalities. He always smells of incense because he has to mask the smell of death; he carries potpourri and incense into battle to guard against it. Tsu has a contingent of warriors whose sole mission is to steal or guard the freshly killed bodies of enemies that he would like to acquire. ( Below: His mask, back tattoo, and FC) ***** Name: Sedzukiya Nickname or Title: Zuki, Nightshine Size: Silverwing Ability: Description: (pictures allowed) Personality: Extra Information: ***** Name: Byakuran Nickname or Title: Size: Syrax Ability: Description: (pictures allowed) Personality: Extra Information: (Birdlike dragon known for speed and quick aerial maneuvers. Razor-like feathers that can be shot out at high speeds. The saddle is partially made of bones, covered in runes, and affixed with candles to make it a mobile ritual site.)
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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 17, 2024 10:20:26 GMT -5
Loose Kingdom Info That Will Be Structured Later: - Their kingdom is known for sending out mapmakers, ambassadors, scouts, etc. A heavy emphasis on discovery & growth. Take from other cultures to enrich their own.
- Their national symbol is a dragon that kills & wears the bones of other dragons and is capable of mimicking them to a certain extent.
- The kingdom's emblem is a skeletal three-headed dragon curled around an open clam shell. Within is a trident crossed with a katana.
- Their kingdom is called Amigara, as it was once an Empty Shell that is now filled with life and color.
- The palace is called Ryuzono- Dragon Garden, and the capital city is Tatsuoka meaning Stand/Dragon/Imperial and Ridge. Both are located on mountains.
- Takanashi is the province where the emperor's favorite shogunate- the Hoshina- governed. They were wiped out on the frontlines, and then assassinated in their own home, forcing Kirari to flee.
- Just like in Orlais in DAI, the nobility & nobles wear ornate masks in public, only showing their true faces to those they trust. Or presume to trust...The prince often flouts this practice.
- Only the emperor and empress are permitted to wear dragon masks.
- The Sei-i Taishōgun was Ryusei Hoshina, the military leader and highest ranked noble underneath the emperor. The shogunate is formed of a hereditary military rank and second form of government that oversaw the warrior class while the emperor focuses on the nobility. The emperor works with civil servants to administer programs like taxes and trade, and appoints loyal vassals to key positions in the government and bureaucracy. Likewise, the shogun has the power to appoint vassals to varying ranks within the kingdom's army.
- The shogun's officials are collectively known as the bakufu.
- The current sei-i taishōgun is Yuuho Konishi, a member of the Hoshina branch family.
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 18, 2024 8:56:49 GMT -5
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Post by cinder on Aug 19, 2024 1:52:04 GMT -5
SOVA
Solomon Alain Vyrwood
Rank: Son of the Westwinter High Court; Student-Professor of the Auroran Academies
Age: 26
Description: A slender man with a low posture, Sova doesn't align with the typical image of a Westwinter nobleman. Regarded as a bit gaunt and distant, it's easy for ones eyes to quickly move over him when scanning a room. He has dark brown waves that curl over his forehead in messily-cut bangs and just barely sweep the bottom of his neck. His skin is pale and fair, with the couple odd freckles dappling his complexion in a trail down his face and neck. He has thick eyebrows and brown-black eyes, with hints of smoky eyebags forming beneath them, as well as full lips and high cheekbones. His face tends to flush when he gets frustrated or high-emotion. He stands roughly around 5'11", though he has a slight slouch that makes him brush just under. Snowy white lines etch like ink across his left shoulder and collarbone, forming a fine-line dragon pattern that curls around his arm and down to his inner wrist, ending at a tail just on his palm. He has thin features and bony hands.
Sova usually dresses in the dark, layered furs and coats typical of his region. He wears wood-black gloves that wrap up to his elbows. A lined fur cloak is usually draped over his shoulders, the downy pale of the fur bringing a bit of brightness into his otherwise gloomy outfit. Despite his modest colors, his outfit is quite well-fitted, betraying his position as a higher-class member of Aurora. His boots have a slight heel to them and the only accessory he sometimes carries is an over-the-shoulder bag carrying his school papers. When not dressed for the outdoors, he wears a casual button-down rolled to the elbows, a vest, and slacks. He has a very slight accent from his childhood in isolated rural Westwinter; it's akin to a mild Russian.
Personality: Scholarly and reclusive, Sova keeps well to himself and has somewhat odd mannerisms, often lost in his own thoughts. That's not to say that he's asocial or ill-mannered; he can hold conversation and be courteous just fine, he simply has little interest in the high brow culture he finds himself surrounded by, and slipping by with little attention works to his favor. He can be a bit contradictory, preferring keep his head low yet being the first to speak up when it comes to subjects or values he's passionate about. Some may mistake his passive nature for naivete, but he's much more keen than others would expect, often catching on to odd behavior or subtly aggressive remarks. He possesses a coy and arrogant streak, seeing his personal values as more important than some of his peers. He's also quite opportunistic and will seize any chances that come his way, believing himself able to handle anything. Despite this egotistical flare, Sova does have a kind heart, and everything he does is out of a desire to better himself and the world around him- even if it can often be misguided. Sova had an isolated, academic upbringing, raised by his mother and five older sisters out in the snowy country of Westwinter. He was always well provided for and encouraged to pursue his studies, which he did happily- but he was always quite lonesome, rarely seeing his father or other children his age. He lost himself to his books and quickly found himself enamored by magic, his eyes sparkling at the thought of what one could do with the ancient practice. Being able to summon a flame into your hands with no pain, or call the seas to your aid with a simple gesture- to Sova, this was just the beginning. Magic could make the world better. The fact that it was outlawed appalled him, and he was quite vocal about this, much to his families chagrin. He moved into the Westwinter capital, Aurora, when he was 16 to become a professors aid at their academic institution, and while he remained somewhat unable to forge companionships, he quickly excelled at his position and began rising the ranks. He's currently on his fourth year of being a professor of literature. Despite his proficiency at teaching, he views it as a mere day-job, granting him access to the rich libraries of the capital. His true passion lies in the pursuit of magic, and most of his free time is spent by himself in his small teachers dormitory, reading by candlelight or graphing out glyphs.
Sovs is deft with a bow and quick on his feet; while he's not formally trained in any martial or weaponry art, he can be trusted to hold his own. He sometimes feels a slight longing for friendships and sociality, though he quickly dismisses it as frivolous. He's also a gay man, which makes the subject a bit more complicated for him; the nobles of Aurora put heavy emphasis on being wed and siring children, something he's already regarded as a late bloomer on. No matter to him, of course. He won't need a family when he makes the world better someday.
Extra Information: nadezh's rider
YSOLDEN
The Half-Elf
Rank: Seafarer of Amigara; Convict of the Three Kingdoms
Age: 19
Abilities: No abilities. She has an elongated lifespan and mildly enhanced hearing due to her elven heritage.
Description: A small, pale half elf with wild silvery-white hair, Ysolden seems almost devoid of color upon first glance- until you catch sight of her eyes, wide, almond-shaped, and a soft green, ringed with blue around the edges. Her eyebrows are the same silvery color as her hair, and her long ears are rounded at the tip instead of sharp, herring to her half-human heritage. She has a heart-shaped face and a short, wild haircut, trailing just past her shoulders in feathery plumes. Two longer strands frame the side of her face, weighed down with decorative beads. Short and slight, she hardly brushes 5'4", and she has a thin, androgynous build.
Ysolden wears a large, billowing cream coat that brushes her ankles, with worn green leather boots that have their flaps folded over to fit her better. Thick woollen socks poke out from beneath them, and above she wears a short romper with long, off-the-shoulder sleeves. Leather knee guards protect her otherwise bare legs, and down the sides of her thighs and calves she bears the silvery runic markings of her elven side. Her outfit is mostly colored in pale earth tones with the occasional red accent, and she wears many silver rings, necklaces, and dangling earrings. A chain of shells and pearls dangles from her waist, and across her right thigh is a scabbard concealing two silver daggers.
Personality: You'd be hard pressed to find Ysolden taking something seriously. To her, everything is play, and very little has consequences. Capricious, bubbly, and altogether unconcerned with social law, Ysolden is the life of the party- and the death of it, once she decides it no longer suits her whims. She's for the most part quite friendly and light-hearted, laughing everywhere she goes, but she's also known for being a bit unstable, and the crews she's run with in the past know her as a little unhinged. Her head is often up in the clouds, and people unaware of her history would mostly consider her unassuming, young and whimsical as she is. Though Ysolden's not the most moral person, she doesn't consider herself a villain of any kind. It's just a dog-eat-dog world out there, she would say, and she likes to think she knows how to keep herself at the top of the food chain. Above all else, Ysolden is smart, recognizing that power trips and flights of fancy are how people like her fall from grace. She considers her biggest weakness is her own heart, and how it craves the soft and kind of the world. Having grown up as a shunned half-elf in the slums of a now-forgotten kingdom, Ysolden is no stranger to hardship. Her youth saw her grow careless and wild, not caring if people- or herself- got hurt in the process. Cast to the streets for reason outside of her control and shown little but cruelty from strangers during her youth, she resents the kingdoms and what they've turned her into. She resorted to all manner of theft and scavenging to keep herself afloat, and she took no shame in wanting the luxuries of life for herself.
When she migrated to the Sea Kingdom at 12, she found herself castaway on a pirates ship, and was quickly put to work to earn her place amongst the hardened warriors. Though they were far from warm, a hot meal and a place to sleep was all Ysolden needed to pledge herself to the crew, and she's spent the years since cementing her place as a pirate of the high seas. She began as a deckhand, but her eye for strategy and lack of fear- or any self-preservation at all- quickly elevated her to the inner circle of a pirates ring, where she comfortably rests to this day. While she's mostly respected by the seniors of the inner circle, there are some who resent her for her immaturity- a fact that she's entirely oblivious to.
Extra Information: wytherbane's rider
NADEZH
Size: Seasmoke. Nadezh is a massive dragon, though she's much longer than she is tall, at 12 meters high and 24 long. She has two sets of wings, with the larger being 26 meters wide and the smaller being 14.
Ability: Light manipulation; Nadezh's primary magical ability is to render herself invisble by warping any light that hits her. This can last for as long as she can hold up focus. While physically she's not the strongest dragon, she's an incredibly swift flier, able to twist deftly midair and surpass larger dragons with ease. The flames she breathes are a glowing yellow-orange, almost ghostly transparent, and they come out in 'fireballs' rather than a singular flamethrower motion.
Description: An avian dragon, Nadezh is covered head to toe in thick, downy feathers. She has a long white mane at the crest of her head and two pairs of birdlike wings, the front pair bearing most of the weight and width and the hind pair mostly used for aeriel maneuvers and turns. She has four black legs ending in three-clawed talons, and trails of feathered black spikes run down her spine and the sides of her ribcage, converging at the tip of her tail. She's quite long and slender, and is colored almost entirely in reds, oranges, and white, with mottling on the feathers of her flank to resemble scales from afar. She has four orange horns, two cresting out from the top of her eyebrow ridges and a longer pair emerging from the back of her head. Her eyes are a vivid electric blue, and her pupils are pink-ringed yellow. She has long canine fangs and another set of fangs that curls upwards from the back of her jaw, almost resembling an oni mask.
Personality: Nadezh's bright red and orange pelt is almost as fiery as her personality. Hostile and untrusting, she is barely tamed, her close bond with Sova being the only thing holding her back from classification as a feral dragon. She's fearless and prideful, and would rather stare a larger threat down the throat than see herself retreating from a battle. Because of this, her soft feathers conceal many a battle scar, the most notable one being a 14-foot gash stretching across her flank and down over her stomach. Despite her faults, Nadezh is an incredibly loyal being, and once her trust is earned you'll have a devoted protector by your side for life. She's quite affectionate towards Sova, viewing him in an almost sibling-like manner, though they can often disagree about the right way to do things.
Extra Information: rider is solomon alain vyrwood / art credit @ here
WYTHERBANE The Starless Night
Size: Moondancer. While Wytherbane is larger than a human and able to comfortable sit Ysolden on his back, he's quite small for a dragon; he stands fully at 4 meters tall and 10 long, with a wingspan of 16 meters when fully unfurled.
Ability: Wyther's species has the ability to retain and mimic voices, often repeating the last words of their victims. He can withhold up to three minutes of conversation, as well as store vocalizations long-term; his abilities are similar to that of a parrot. He can emit a thick, black smoke from his throat in lieu of firebreathing, and the females of his species have the ability to breathe a spark that will set this smoke ablaze.
Description: A black-scaled dragon with smoky gray marbling across his flank. His wings are tipped with large, curled claws, and he only has two hind legs, his wings replacing forelegs. He lacks the spikes and horns of his fellow dragons, though a black smoke curls off of his body in a manner that replicates them from afar as a form of threat diversion. His maw is jagged, with outer scales forming a toothy appearance and concealing the rows of sharp teeth and long tongue within. His tail tapers off into a thin, smoky point, and he has bright white eyes within gray sclera.
Wytherbane's species isn't built for sustaining long-term flight; rather, he excels at speeding after prey on foot and scaling crags and cliffsides with his powerful wings. He can glide and fly short distances, but high altitudes or sea flights wear on him quickly, especially during the day as he's a nocturnal creature. His natural prey is large fauna and other, smaller dragons. Due to their ability to predate on humans, his species has been hunted down to near-extinction, only living on in remote, isolated areas or by villages that are disconnected from the rest of the world. However, lately, their population has been spiking back up in areas conquered by the Blood King, and they've been known to prey upon vampires as well.
Personality: Friendly and curious, Wytherbane's threatening appearance runs contrary to his affectionate personality. His behavior could be compared to that of an intelligent dogs- attached, playful, and keen. He enjoys the company of dragons and humans alike and is rarely hostile, and he's quite cuddly with his rider, Ysolden. He's a bit airheaded, however, and will often gladly follow wherever his nose takes him- sometimes directly into danger. Wytherbane is a very young dragon, hardly older than Ysolden herself, and his age shows in his naive and bumbling personality.
Extra Information: rider is ysolden / art credit @ here
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spotty activity rn, its busy season!!
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Post by cinder on Aug 19, 2024 1:53:05 GMT -5
THE SNOW KINGDOM WESTWINTER
The westernmost land of Norwezreic hides a kingdom of eternal winter, marked by its long nights and snowfalls, struck through by the tallest mountains and deepest gorges. Much of this place is claimed only by the wilderness, where arcane creatures and hungry wildlife reign over boundless acres of thicketed woods and cliffside. However, where there are people, there is life, and the kingdom of Westwinter is one of Norwezreic's oldest and most fruitful monarchies. The territory bears four city-states which all play a role in the Kingdom, and at it's heart is the royal capital, Aurora, a monolith of plenty that shelters all within its walls.
Rather than being ruled solely by the monarchy, Westwinter is governed by a council, consisting of the King and Queen, the head-of-houses, and four outsiders-- one from each city-state, hand selected by the council in recognition of outstanding deeds or contributions to society.
THE FOUR CITY-STATES
AURORA
Aurora is the vibrant and bustling capital of Westwinter, always lively and lantern-lit even through the darkest nights. Cobblestone paths and high cedar trees are a staple of this city, and it's highest mountain holds the royal palace, overlooking the people and places below. Aurorans greatly value intellect and progress, and it's a haven for scientists and progressives of all types-- if you can handle the journey there. Being in the heart of Westwinter means it rarely exceeds 40° even in the summertime, and nights are long, reaching 14 hours at the height of winter. However, you'll rarely find an Auroran in poor spirits, as they have a surplus of wealth, festivals, and finely-aged mead to fall back on.
Notable locations are the Royal Palace; Drakebury, a ghost town to the north eternally preserved in thick layers of ice; and Silverwood, a dark forest that completely surrounds Aurora and has few roads in and out. Travelers are advised to stick close to the roads at risk of falling victim to the harsh winters- or worse.
Ruled by the royal family, House Soulsteel.
CRIDHE
Cridhe inhabits the northern territory of Westwinter, occupying most of the mountain range and a bit of the bordering forest towards Aurora. The Cridhe are a militaristic peoples, valuing stoicism and an almost viking-esque culture in which strength determines your place in the heirarchy. Naturally, Cridhe forms Westwinter's military, though they are the most independent and separate-thinking of the four city-states and sometimes clash with the nobles of other houses. Where there isn't barren, icy mountainside and fortified stone-brick and wood buildings, there's only acres and acres of thick redwood forest. Dragons are most commonly found in Cridhe and north Aurora, and there's a noble clan of dragon tamers hidden deep within the mountains.
Notable locations are the Bastions of Westwinter, a massive walled city spanning the eastern face of the mountain ranges, and Wyverns Wake, an eternally autumn grove at the heart of the redwoods.
Ruled by House Oisín.
NÉVÉ
Bordering the Sun Kingdom to the east lies Névé, a collection of farming towns scattered across sprawling plains and meadowlands. Tiered farming is common the closer you get to the mountains, and the climate here is just moderate enough to allow for crop growth and cattle, though there's still a 4-month dead season near the end of the year that seasoned farmers know to prepare for. While Névé has the lowest population of the four city-states, it's responsible for the majority of Westwinter's economic success, and it's farmers are honored as a foundation of the snow kingdom and treated as nobility.
Notable locations are the Farmlands, a vast and crawling territory inhabited entirely by fertile land, and Vyrwood Manor, a lonesome building near the mountains.
Ruled by House Vyrwood.
DANDAZA
And finally, the city-state of Dandaza spans the Westwinter coast, as well as staking claim to a small handful of islands just to the south. Dandaza is a cultural hotspot, known for it's fine arts and skilled tradesmen; creatives from all of Norwezreic are drawn to its culture and passions. Not only that, but it bears all the ports of sea-trade going in and out of Westwinter- any riches that don't come from Névé surely come from Dandaza and it's busy ports. While it boasts soft white sands and beautiful evergreen forests, it's still very much a part of Westwinter, snowing for eight months of the year and hardly brushing 70° the other four. The tourism dies down on the islands and western end of Dandaza, where fishing villages and hatcheries become commonplace.
Notable locations are the Dandaza Docks, colorful and festive seaports with lanterns that never go out; The South Isles, the scarcely inhabited islands off the coast; Wishlight, a tall and mystical lighthouse on the west edge of the territory; and The Arboretums, a massive collection of trees and flora within greenhouses near the Névé border.
Ruled by House Morales.
HER MAJESTY SENNALA SOULSTEEL
The Queen of Westwinter; Woman of the Moon
A slender woman with a permanently forlorn expression, Queen Sennala is quite beautiful, with smooth dark brown skin and soft brown eyes. She has long, thick lashes and dark lips, and her purple-black hair is very well taken care of, glossy and often done up in braids and royal hairdos. She's a lover of jewelry and all things fine art, and she's often seen in elaborately woven gowns of all fabrics and adorned with silver decorations and pearls. Sennala is quite tall, standing fully at 5'11, and she possesses soft features and a gentle voice.
Sennala is currently ruling over Westwinter following the abrupt and mysterious disappearance of her husband, King Yamir. He's been missing for several months now, and his absence has turned the once softhearted woman grief-stricken and fearful. Westwinter does not know their beloved king is missing, kept tightly under wraps by the royal council of Aurora. Sennala is torn between the truth and her people, feeling grief over such an important lie. She doesn't wish to cover for the royal council, despite their warnings that the truth would cause chaos and disarray. She's also grieving her husband terribly, praying to the stars every night for his safe return.
When she's not lost to sadness, Sennala is quite a kind woman, known for being somewhat soft-spoken and conflict avoidant. This causes many to underestimate her, but truth be told, Sennala was directing Westwinter affairs long before the King disappeared; she has an iron fist and a rule for strategy, and despite her niceties can be quite ruthless in her judgement. Of course, this isn't well known about her, as she prefers to maintain her appearance as the gentle, nonthreatening Queen of Westwinter. Sennala is a bit of a recluse and usually spends her time within the castle or patrolling its gardens, and her affinity for being out during the late hours has earned her the title of Woman of the Moon by her more attentive denizens.
 i'm real excited. this should all be filled out within the next few days. i do plan on eventually making a character from/in the sun kingdom but i'll wait to see what roles need to be filled for plots before i do that! |
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 19, 2024 19:41:31 GMT -5
omg i love them!! )
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Post by Ave Domine Nox Noctis on Aug 20, 2024 2:23:01 GMT -5
( Yeah, I can't wait to see them in action Cinder! ^^
Added Kirari, but I'm probably still going to tweak some things on both of their forms. Tsu still needs a better nom de guerre and I want to come up with other uses for his necromancy.
Dragons need to be added, and I'll give you some names for noble houses too, MotherofSolace because both of the boys have vassals- )
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 20, 2024 19:00:11 GMT -5
got Kirari added!
I gotta work on this dang winter knight xD )
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Post by MotherofSolace on Aug 24, 2024 12:57:51 GMT -5
bump)
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thank you (and damn, thats over half the continent under the blood king)
i'm real excited. this should all be filled out within the next few days. i do plan on eventually making a character from/in the sun kingdom but i'll wait to see what roles need to be filled for plots before i do that! 