All Hail the King - Modern Absolute Monarchy - Sandbox - Open Recruitment

[GnothiSeauton]

All Hail the King

This group has been a pet idea in the back of my head for some time. 

This group is inspired to a degree by Game of Thrones, but largely inspired by a show that ran on NBC called Kings.  It lasted only one season, and it's certainly not required material, but the bulk of it, it's atmosphere, scenery, and the like, is the major inspiration.

It will be set in an alternative universe, in a sense, and based around the royal family, the servants, government workers, and guards as they live and work in The Tower, the one and only government building located in the heart of the capitol.  A person may choose to write any from those groups, but if a person would like to write a commoner, there must be good reason for them to be there, in the capitol building.

Anyone is welcome to join.  This is LGBTQ friendly.

Storyline
For centuries, the Jordan family has ruled over the Kingdom of Gilea.  Good and bad, kind and cruel, kings and queens have worn the Gilded Crown and claimed dominion over the vast kingdom and it's territories.  Threats have arisen over the course of history, but sill the Jordans and the Gilded Crown have survived and thrived.  But as time has gone on, and the once stable neighboring kingdoms have fallen, toppled by revolutions of the people seeking change, the Jordans face a growing threat, one that can not be so easily ignored.

Essentially, this is a story between Royalists, those who support the crown and the Jordans, and the Revolutionists, who support a change in government, whether it's a military coup, or democratic revolution.  This is intended to be largely a sandbox story, with guided events along the way that will impact nearly everyone.  You alone are responsible for your own character's story, development, and interactions.

You can expect parties/balls, government meetings, secret meetings, terrorist/revolutionist events, etc.

Character Limitations:
For the sake of the majority comfort, it is asked that all characters be, at the very least, eighteen years of age or older.

Any and all sexualities and identities are open.  Again, as mentioned previously, this is an LGBTQ friendly story.

Royal family, servants of a variety of positions, government officials and employees, military, and King's Swords guard are open to all.  It is expected that the royal family would have deep connections to one another, and can be branched out from there, as this is mainly focused upon and taking place in the Tower.

Game Threads
OOC Discussion and Chat - Link
Game Information and Characters - Link
Image and Flavor FS - Link Coming Soon
History IC - Link
The Tower IC - Link
Capitol City IC- Link
Morningwood and Beyond IC- Link

Game Rules

• Real life ALWAYS comes first!  This is just writing, and having fun.  If you need to step away, feel free to step away.  We'll always be around, and there is no rush.  But if you're going to be away, please let it be known either to the GM or in the OOC.
• Be respectful of your fellow writers!  No Godmodding!  Always check to see if the other person is alright with something when it comes to kinks, whether through PMs, Character Sheets, or their On's and Off's thread.
• Characters MUST be eighteen years of age or older.  This is for the comfort of everyone involved.
• List the content of your post in the warning section of the header if it's something sexual or violent. While this game is pretty relaxed about story elements, as long as they fit within the site rules, some individuals may not be alright with reading over certain elements and kinks.  It's totally fine to make fun of the warning section and put jokes in there.  I do it all the time myself, but please list extreme elements or sexual elements.
• Character Death MUST be decided beforehand!  Even if a writer is open to having their character killed, please be respectful and discuss it with them beforehand.
• Don't force sex scenes on writers.  Again, please be respectful of your fellow writers.  While this is a group with a focus in many places on non-con situations, please check with your fellow writer before introducing a sexual scene instead of just jumping in without asking.  It's rude and inconsiderate.  Not everyone is looking for smut at any given moment.
• Don't be afraid to speak up.  If something is bothering you, you're feeling left out, or you want to get out, don't hesitate to let the GM(s) know.  I for one would be more than happy to help out with anything, and am understanding when it comes to needing to leave.  I'll do whatever I can to help out.
• Let the GM(s) know, or post in the OOC, if you are going to be away for an extended amount of time.  This is mainly for the sake of everyone involved.  If you're having muse issues, need to take a bit of a break, unable to post, or just want to leave, please at least let it be known in the OOC.  The muse comes and goes.  I know that all too well.
• Leave the drama at the door.  Leave the drama at the door.  If you can't get along with an individual, then don't interact with them.  I am not choosing individuals as to who stays and who goes.  I'm not getting into the middle of others' drama.  If you can't handle being in the same game as another individual, don't bother.
• Keep it civil.  There's no need for arguing.  I'm a firm believer in the saying that, if you have nothing good to say, it's better to not say anything.

Other Important Information
I, GnothiSeauton, will be GM.  I am open to taking on Co-GMs at this time.

This game will be placed in Extreme to allow maximum creative expression.  Each post will be tagged with a warning for people who do not wish to read extreme subject matter.

Three characters per writer.  Members of the Royal Family or Illegitimate Children of King Richard must be discussed prior to a sheet being created.  They are not on a first-come-first-serve basis for reasons that will be described in the Character Creation section.

[GnothiSeauton]

World Information

Background
The world in which this story is based is set in a modern world not unlike ours on the surface.  It is a modern society, with a culture that closely resembles the modern, industrialized world.  For the sake of simplicity, the momentary system of the kingdom will resemble the dollar, with portraits of dead Kings and Queens featured instead of U.S. Presidents.

History
The Kingdom of Gilea was founded close to one thousand years ago.  It was in the aftermath of the fall of the Tomalain Empire, the once dominant force in all the lands, that the Kingdom rose from the ashes, along with several other nations and kingdoms.  Once unified subjects to the Emperor of Tomalain, the Kingdom of Gilea, and it's neighbors soon found themselves fighting one another for survival, resulting in a series of conflicts that would last for hundreds of years.

Since the beginning of the Kingdom, the Jordan Family has clawed it's way to dominance in the kingdom by conquest.  Lesser and weaker families fell to the rule and strength of the Jordan family.  The numbers of the Jordan family, and their supporters, grew and grew over time, laying claim to the right to rule over the Kingdom of Gilea.

For centuries ever since, the Kingdom has stood.  There have been rocky moments in it's long and illustrious history.  More than once, a family of the kingdom has had the notion of seceding from the Kingdom, or attempting to lay claim to the crown, but each and every time, the Jordan Family and Gilea have remained victorious.

As time has gone on, so too have the people of Gilea, evolving with the times from a kingdom of farmers and hunters into a country rich with industry.

Capitol City
Capitol City closely resembles New York City in today's world.  It is a densely populated urban metropolis, with close to nine million people, located upon a man-made island.

It's humble beginnings were once a farming community indentured to the old Jordan family.  The island was created in the form of a man-made moat across the northern neck of the once-peninsula.  As time progressed, so too did the simple hovels and homes that formed around the Jordan stronghold, transforming into the thriving urban metropolis it is today.

Located in the heart of the city is the Tower, a towering sky rise that has been built and expanded over time, in addition to the King's Wood, a sprawling park that sits before the Tower.

The Tower
The Tower is the name given to the one and only government center, in addition to the official residence of the Jordan family.  It is the tallest building in all of the city and Kingdom of Gilea, and for a time it was the tallest building in the world before being usurped.

Originally the Tower was just that:  a tower.  Following a devastating fire centuries ago that decimated much of the palace, the stone and mortar tower was the only surviving structure of the fire, and henceforth became the home of the ruling family.  Over time it has evolved, it's stone structure built over in exchange for steel and glass, but parts of the old structures and builds can still be found through out the building's lower levels.

It's subterranean levels hold the old dungeons and family crypt, in addition to secure bunkers and server rooms that power the Tower's technology. 

Throughout the looming tower, there are numerous offices that allow the Tower to be the main and only government building in the whole of the city.  It is here that the kingdom is run and maintained.

The Assembly Room is one of the more significant rooms.  Overlooking The King's Road's end at the steps of the palace, and the King's Wood, the Assembly room is where the King often has his business take place.  His war council and cabinet members sit upon one side of the crescent table, while the King occupies the center of the other side.  Behind the Council is the audience section, where peers and guests of the realm and kingdom are invited to sit and observe.

Among the top levels of the Tower are the Royal Apartments.  These rooms serve as the private and personal residence of the Royal Family in the city.

The Assembly Room

The entrance of The Royal Apartments

The Tower

The King's Council
The King's Council meets within the Assembly Room and help to advise and inform the King or Queen of the latest goings on in the Kingdom.  Key positions include The Secretary of State, Attorney General, Commanders of the Military Branches, etc. etc., in addition to the Commander of the King's Swords

The King's Swords
The King's Swords are an elite group of skilled warriors who are charged with the protection of the King and his Family.  These seven knights are considered to be one of the most prestigious of the entire military, and are to be stationed with the Royal Family at all times.

This elite, honor guard has been in existence since the beginning of the Kingdom.  Their ranks have been filled with figures of legend.  In the past, they have served as champions of the royal family in times of royal combat or trials by combat.

The Uniform of the King's Swords

Social Issues and Miscellaneous Items
This section here is an attempt to possibly clarify some questions and inquiries about society and social issues within the kingdom.  It will be expanded over time to match questions that come up.

• Gender Equality:  Generally speaking, women and men share equal rights and equal pay.  It has evolved over time to a more equal stance, thanks in large part to a stretch of three progressive-minded Queens a few centuries ago.  Women are seen as equals, are paid and respected as such, and may serve in the military and combat situations.
• Racial Equality:  As with above, individuals of various races and ethnicities enjoy equal rights and protections under the King's Law.  This was not true in earlier times, but has evolved into a more inclusive and equal for all.
• Gay Marriage and LGBTQ Rights:  This has been a sensitive issue in recent years.  While generally popular among the people, gay marriage and LGBTQ rights and protection have had difficulties gaining traction among the more elite of society, who favor a more traditionalist and religious view.  The King has yet to publicly declare his views on the matter.
• Incest:  While once acceptable and even common among the Kings and Queens of old, Incest has largely been seen as a abomination.  Still, rumors do come up once in a while of relations between the royal family.  For the sake of this story, incest is frowned upon and forbidden by the King and Queen, but what may happen behind closed doors is up fine.
• Health Care:  Heath Care is provided to all within the Kingdom at free of charge.
• Prostitution:  Prostitution is legal within the Kingdom.  It has often been said and rumored that a secret and private group of sex workers live within the Tower and serve the Royal family, but has never been publicly confirmed.
• Crime and Punishment:  For serious and heinous crimes, The King's Justice is reserved for criminals who have been sentenced to death by the various judges and juries of the kingdom.  This often entails beheading.
• Illegal Substances:  Drugs and narcotics such as cocaine, meth, heroin, etc., are considered banned substances and the possession of which can result in time in jail or prison.
• Exports:  The Kingdom earns most of it's international income mainly through the trade of technology and manufacturing, having replaced oil production as the chief export.
• Governance:  The King or Queen is the head of government in this absolute monarchy.  Their word is law.  In recent years, there has been increasing calls for more freedom and less power to the King, but the status quo has remained.  Ruling over the various states and territories of the kingdom are Governors, a selected lord or lady of the specific state or territory designated to govern over local and state issues, but report to the King or Queen.
• Line of Succession:  The eldest legitimate child of the King or Queen, regardless of gender, is always next in line to the throne.
• Technology and Weaponry:  If it exists in our world, it exists in the game.
• Religion:  For the sake of my own sanity and everyone else's, the major religions of our world exist in the game world.

International Politics
The Kingdom of Gilea is one of the world's superpowers.  This is due in large part to a formidable military and strong economy.  It's allies have changed over the years into a band of the remaining monarchies of the world and the smaller buffer states that border the Kingdom.

One of the biggest rivals in the global stage is Elysium, a large, close-by country that has overthrown and rejected it's monarchy.  Around the world, Elysium has become a shining example of what a country run by the people could and should be as it becomes a force to be reckoned with.

• The Kingdom of Gilea:  The Kingdom of Gilea is one of the more powerful and influential nations in the region.  Built upon trade, manufacturing, and the development of technology, in addition to oil production, the Kingdom boasts a strong economy that has helped to cement it's status.  A formidable military has often been said to be one of the best in the world.
• Elysium:  The Nation of Elysium is the largest neighbor to Gilea, and it's biggest rival.  Formerly a kingdom in it's own right, it's people over threw the Preuit Family Dynasty in exchange for a democratic republic some seventy years ago.  For some time it has struggled in the aftermath of the overthrow, trying to stabilize it's economy and bring the country together, but in recent years it has seen a resurgence, with an economy focused more upon military development and manufacturing.  It has become a shining beacon for various nations of what a country who rejects it's monarchy can be.  Gilea is it's chief rival, due largely to a great dislike and distaste for monarchies.  In recent years Elysium has stepped up it's efforts to subtly try and influence politics in the neighboring country.  Some have publicly accused Elysium of instigating secessionist uprisings in the east, but lack concrete evidence.  Reports of deep cover spies and insurgents have been various but unproven.
• Eris:  Eris is an older republic that claims to be the direct heirs to the ancient Tomalain Empire.  They are governed by a the Erisian Congress, a bicameral house of elected officials and nobility.  Their military is a considerable force, scattered about the large country.  It's economy is built largely upon industry and the harvesting of it's natural resources, particularly gem stones and precious metals.  Eris is more closely aligned with Elysium, but strongly favors it's own independence on the global stage.
• The Disputed Lands:  A triangular piece of land that shares borders with Eris, Elysium and Gilea, the Disputed Lands have all been claimed by each of the three nations at some point in history.  It's lands have been bloodied more times than can be recalled over the rich resources beneath the Earth.  For the past fifty years, it has been neutral territory, a demilitarized zone, but has always been a point of contention between the three nations.
• Valian:  The Kingdom of Valian is a small kingdom that is based largely upon it's interior forestry and fishing reserves.  It is a close ally of Gilea, and both countries share claim over the Bay of Glory.
• Calum:  Calum is a vast, sparsely populated country whose population centers are based in the northern part of the region.  It is an oligarchy, based around the Calain Council, whose positions upon the council are hereditary.  The main export of it's country is it's natural resources, including stone, gems, and other various metals and glass.  It is a loose supporter of Gilea.
• Lus:  Lus is a smaller, landlocked republic that is poor when compared to it's neighbors in the region.  It is an economy built upon the harvesting of it's natural chemical resources from a land that is mostly inarable.  It depends closely upon the Kingdom of Gilea, and has often been said that Lus exists only because Gilea allows it.
• Remus:  Remus is a smaller, newer republic born from Tyrius.  Frustrated that it's area was the most populous out of the incredibly vast country, it's taxes paying for much of the country's remote infrastructure, Remus seceded from Tyrius close to twenty years ago.  Built upon manufacturing, it's economy is growing, and has served as something of an inspiration to those in the eastern reaches of Gilea for independence.
• Tyrius:  Tyrius is one of the largest countries in the region, and also the most sparsely populated.  It is a rocky land, full of mountains and valleys, in some places impassable during severe weather.  Tyrian trade is unstable, built largely around the harvesting of it's crops and oil. 

Major Cities in Gilea
Capitol City is the largest and most populous city in the Kingdom.  Midway (modeled on Chicago) is another large and important city, located in the heartland of the country and has been known as a central hub in terms of transportation across the country.  On the south western coast sits South Beach (modeled on a combination of Miami and Los Angeles), a thriving coastal city.  In the east sits Highlands, the most populated city in the eastern regionThe furthest western point of land in Gilea is Last Light, an island that has become a thriving resort community in addition to hosting an array of military installations.

In the north sits the Disputed Lands, a region that is demilitarized and has been claimed by Elysium, Eris, and Gilea.  It has been a point of contention between all three in recent years, settling into an uneasy peace over the land.

The Kingdom of Gilea and the Region

1, 2:  Capitol City and Morningwood 3  Midway 4  South Beach 5  Last Light 6  Highlands 7  Disputed Lands

The Reign of King Richard, the First of his Name, King of Gilea

The reign of King Richard, known in the early part of his reign as Richard the Unlikely, began on a cold and dreary April morning in 1965.  It was while he was serving as an Air Force pilot that he was roused from his bunk and informed of his brother, Edward, and father's, Lucas's, death. 

For all of his young life, the King had never expected that he would truly become king.  His eldest brother, Edward, had been next in line, and had been groomed for the role ever since birth.  Finding himself thrust into the spotlight and throne, Richard felt a sense of uneasy unpreparedness as he was forced to perform his duty as sovereign and protector of the kingdom.  At once he left the air force base at Highlands in the eastern border, and went to Capitol City to rule.

His first decade as King was met with adversity and more than his fair share of challenges.  With an unprepared and unlikely king upon the throne, the vultures circled the throne, both foreign and domestic, looking to take advantage of the opportunity.  Across the region, many of the neighbors of Gilea began to prepare their militaries and arms for possible invasions, salivating at the opportunity of seizing more territory from their neighbor.  The vast country of Elysium began to openly talk of war, going so far as to mobilize their forces to the borders of Gilea and the disputed, demilitarized land between Elysium, Gilea, and Eris.  At home, in the eastern reaches of the kingdom, secessionist protests began to blossom, escalating into the illegal seizures of some of the petroleum fields and factories in the region.

While many prayed for the safety of the kingdom, lacking the confidence in the king so often viewed as gentle and soft, King Richard rose to the challenge as ably as any one person could in such difficult situations.  It was with a firm, but merciful hand, that he and the military regained control of the secessionist holdings, offering clemency and forgiveness behind the might of the Gilean Armies.  His travels around the region, meeting face to face with foreign heads of state in private meetings helped to re-establish the respect and strength in their minds.

There have been the occasional headaches and bumps in the road.  In the east, there still remains talk of secession and rebellion, as there always has been since the time before the civil war that nearly tore the country apart centuries ago.  For the most part, this has been a bloodless affair in recent years, with nothing but rumblings and grumblings among the commoners of the region.  It was not until the 1980's, and the Hart Family, that blood had to be shed when the family, and it's conspirators, were executed for the raising of an army.  Since then, their name, and the names of their smaller house allies, have been synonymous with what happens with those who truly challenge the crown.

Beyond the troubles of the east, the Kingdom has largely seen grown and prosperity among it's people.  Industry continues to roar, breathing new life and wealth into a growing kingdom and economy.  Abroad, the Kingdom has never been stronger than it is at that moment, with nothing but optimistic outlooks for a bright future.

[GnothiSeauton]

FAQs

Who is the GM?
GnothiSeauton for now.  I am open to having others step up and be co-GMs.

How is the game going to be played?
This is intended to be a sandbox, open world, freeform story, without a system.  There will be a general storyline and events, but the main point of the story is interacting with others and forming your own side stories.

What is the rating of the group, or what board will this game be placed?
It's unrated, in a sense.

For the sake of creative freedom, this will be placed in the extreme section.  However, with the header and warning tags, it should help to avoid people accidentally reading things they don't want to read.

Is this LGBTQ friendly?
Absolutely.

Is there anything I need to watch or read?
No.  Other than the info provided here, you don't need to have seen a show or movie or read books.  This is largely inspired by the show Kings that aired on NBC, in addition to Game of Thrones and Tyrant, but this is largely an original story and group.

Can I create a member of the Royal Family?
You can, but it's asked that you approach me first and discuss your idea and concept before going through with creating the sheet.

What are the Rumors and Gossip section of the character sheet?  Do I need to fill that out?
The Rumors and Gossip section is to help people have an easier time getting involved in the story.  Rumors and gossip are a part of every day court life and politics, sometimes fueled on by the people themselves, or their enemies. 

If you are a servant or commoner, you do not need to fill it out.  However, if you are a member of Court, a Lord or Lady, or member of the Royal Family, you must provide at least one.

What do I do with an completed character sheet?
Please PM it to me to review.  I will not review sheets that are posted here in the thread, and will consider them nothing more than works in progress.

[GnothiSeauton]

Character Creation

Approved Characters

Character The King, Richard Jordan Princess Alexandra Jordan Thomas Berent Liliana Newsom Xavier Addison Andrew Polski Princess Catherine Jordan Theresa Volkner Queen Hester Jordan Neryah Jordan Angel Doran Xero Jordan Prince Lukas Jordan Nathaniel Teller Prince Damien Jordan Beatrix Berent Daphne Ipswich Enzo Bellone Kinsley Grant Raphael Beoulve Astra St. James Kaguya Fujiwara XIII Cerise Duval Alima Ottavian Queen Eugenia Jordan Nadia Crawford Kurosawa Yuki Ulysses Reigner Melisande Bardhi Gina Driscoll Jake Istaqa Cyrus Nightingale Camilla Rivera

Played By Donald Sutherland Sarah Paulson Billy Zane Rose Bertram Maximiliano Patane Ash Stymest Taylor Momsen Jessica Biel Jessica Lange Milla Jovovich Craig Ramsey Gal Gadot Jaco van den Hoven Mahershala Ali Luke Evans Christina Hendricks Melissa Clarke Bartolomeo Fasano Rhianna Ricky Wittle Erica Cerra Aoi Shouta Julie McNiven Sarah Gadon Tilda Swinton Marie Avgeropoulos Kashiwagi Yuki Jeffery Dean Morgan Emeraude Toubia Sasha Alexander Willy Cartier Jamie Alexander Penelope Cruz

Writer GM Use* GnothiSeauton GM Use* Bibliophilia Bibliophilia MisoThe Mouse Sally Aces WhatLiesAbove Dotley Kokaine Ryven Kokaine Revolution GnothiSeauton Rave Christa Bibliophilia Orange Marmalade Red Phoenix Aiden Caela TokyoRose627 Florence Sweets GnothiSeauton Amelita Relikai Aiden Kokaine WhatLiesAbove Rave Caela Amelita

_{* GM NPCs are created to help further the story line.  They are integral parts to the story, as well as the running of the story and group to provide ins and foster connections.}

Face Claims

The following list is a listing of playbys that have been claimed or reserved by a writer for a character or potential character.  After three weeks, if no sheet has been submitted corresponding with a reserved face, the claim will be removed and opened up.

Pending / Reserved

Cate Blanchett Deborah Ann Wohl Eva Green Marshall Perrin

Emjay Emjay The Dark Raven Emjay

Rules for Character Creating

• Please look over these rules before starting on a character.
• Each writer is allowed three maximum characters.
• Members of the Royal Family are on a limited basis, and are not on a first come, first serve basis. A concept must be pitched to me first, and have my approval, before a character sheet can be submitted.  These are the central characters, and are the most public characters in the world.  As such, they will receive and increased level of scrutiny.  It is asked that only committed writers attempt a member of a royal family, as it is extremely difficult to try and write off a member of the royal family when their writer decides to leave.
• Characters should be eighteen years of age or older.
• LGBTQ Characters are more than welcome.
• Finished Characters must be submitted to me by PM.  I will not read or review an unfinished character sheet.
• Please have patience when sending in a character sheet.  If I do not respond within forty eight hours, please PM me with a polite nudge.

Important Updates with Regards to Character Creation

• November 18th, 2016:  As of today, I am going to be very strict on allowing additional members of the immediate Royal family.  We currently have four children, the King, the Queen, and the Queen Mother, in addition to several extended cousins and illegitimate children.  My natural inclination is to say no to additional family members, unless it has direct ties to an existing family member (i.e. a previously mentioned brother in character sheets or IC posts), or is a considerably good idea.  This does not affect those who have previously pitched ideas and are working on character sheets at present.
• November 18th, 2016:  As of today, if you wish to create a foreign dignitary, foreign royalty, any member of a foreign government, you must discuss your concept and character's homeland with me before submitting a sheet.  If you do submit a character sheet to me without prior discussion and my explicit consent, I will ignore your sheet outright. 

Character Sheet

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[b]Character:[/b]  Your character's name.  Titles are welcome.

[b]Age:[/b]  Your character's age.

[b]Position:[/b]  What is your character's position in the story?  Commoner?  Civil Servant?  Peer of the Realm?  Member of the Royal Family or King's Swords?

[b]Appearance:[/b]  Just a brief description of your character's appearance.  How they carry and present themselves in public.  The type of clothes they usually wear in public and private.  Tattoos, piercings, birthmarks, etc.

[b]Face Claim:[/b]  The name of the person or link to the artwork of the character you're using for your character's image.

[b]Personality:[/b]  A brief overview of your character's personality.

[b]Motivations:[/b]  Your character's motivations in the story.  What are their drives and desires for themselves?

[b]History:[/b]  A brief overview of your character's personal history.  By no means does it have to be long or biographic.  Just a few sentences here and there that show some of your character's history.  One paragraph minimum.  Bullet Points will also be accepted (four bullet point minimum).

[b]Sexual Identity:[/b]  Your character's sexual identity.  Heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, etc. etc.

[b]Rumors and Gossip:[/b]  What are some of the rumors and gossip about your character?  Rumors and gossip are a part of every day court life.  This is completely optional if your character is a servant or commoner, but is required if your character is a member of court, a peer of the realm, member of the King's Council, or a royal family member.  You're more than welcome to clarify the rumor or gossip with the truth.

[b]Character Likes and On's:[/b]  What does your character like in an out of the bedroom?  A link to your personal thread would suffice.

[b]Character Dislikes and Off's:[/b]  What does your character dislike in and out of the bedroom?  Again, a link to your personal thread would suffice.

[b]Connections:[/b]  Your character's connections and relationships to other characters.  This can be left blank, and can be edited over time.

[b]Special Notes:[/b]  This is the sort of catch-all for anything else that you want to make known about your character.  Anything that you think is important and the like.  You can also list what sort of connections and characters that you're looking for with your character here.

[b]Additional Pictures:[/b]  Optional.  A place where you can place additional pictures of your character.  Please spoiler any NSFW images.

[Sally Aces]

I loved Kings. I could see creating a character for this. Maybe a Princess or one of the King's Swords.

[GnothiSeauton]

Awesome, Sally :)

Right now, I have the King written up, his eldest child/heir, and the main antagonist leader written up in the world building thread.  I wanted to wait a little bit longer and see what sort of interest there is before opening up character creation show them off.

[GnothiSeauton]

A double post, but I also added a FAQ for this thread, and will expand it as time goes on.

[Aiden]

This gives me a Tyrant Feel, great show, similar concept but set in a small middle eastern modern kingdom.

[GnothiSeauton]

This gives me a Tyrant Feel, great show, similar concept but set in a small middle eastern modern kingdom.

A great and underrated show.

[Flower]

I'm interested. Not sure what I would make though.

[Kokaine]

I might be up for a Prince. Not 100% sure though.

[Barbarian]

Would like to be part of....

[Bibliophilia]

Gnothi, you already know I'm in.  -grins.-

[GnothiSeauton]

With enough interest, I'm going ahead and opening up character submission.

I went ahead and added the character creation information in this thread, but you'll also find it, and some characters of mine and for the story, in the Game Information thread. 

Any questions can be asked here, or through PMs if you'd like to keep it private.

Sometime later today or tomorrow I'll open up an OOC.

I'm hoping that a grand Masquerade Ball will be the first main event as a way to bring most characters together.

[Clio]

Showing interest!

[Faustus]

Unquestionably interested in this! I may have an idea for a member of the royal family to pitch to you as well.

For those that are considering concepts for that, is there anything we should know besides that you will be accepting on a limited basis and that the idea must be discussed with you first?

[GnothiSeauton]

Unquestionably interested in this! I may have an idea for a member of the royal family to pitch to you as well.

For those that are considering concepts for that, is there anything we should know besides that you will be accepting on a limited basis and that the idea must be discussed with you first?

Hi there, Faustus.

I can't think of anything specific that stands out which needs to really be known.  I would say that the age range can be anywhere from 18 to 40, as I have the eldest child at forty years old.

I should mention, I guess, that in addition to the Royal Family living in the Tower, there is also a sort of country residence, about an hour away, that is open to members of the royal family. 

[Faustus]

Oooohhh, nice~ Thank you, Gnothi!

[GnothiSeauton]

No problem at all.

If you, or anyone for that matter, has any specific questions, I'm more than happy to answer.

[Kokaine]

Okay, so with further thought Im thinking one of the King's Swords with a Gal Gadot face claim. I'd like for her to be close to a particular member of the royal family but I know I'll have to wait until there are more royals.

The prince idea is still there but I have less of an idea where I would go with that.

[GnothiSeauton]

Okay, so with further thought Im thinking one of the King's Swords with a Gal Gadot face claim. I'd like for her to be close to a particular member of the royal family but I know I'll have to wait until there are more royals.

The prince idea is still there but I have less of an idea where I would go with that.

She sounds awesome already.

[Florence]

Damn, I was thinking of doing a King's Swords lady, but I accidentally posted my question about it in the wrong damn thread, lol.

Oh well.

[GnothiSeauton]

Damn, I was thinking of doing a King's Swords lady, but I accidentally posted my question about it in the wrong damn thread, lol.

Oh well.

You can still do a King's Sword member if you wish.  It's a small group of about seven or so.

[Florence]

Maybe I'll wait to see what Kokaine has in mind for her character so I don't make a character that's too similar.

[Bibliophilia]

I love Gal Gadot so much.  She's so naturally beautiful and she seems really down to earth.

[GnothiSeauton]

As a general post for anyone who might be interested in this type of character...

I am open to having illegitimate/bastard children of the King.

I would ask that, as with the Royal Family, you approach me about the concept first.  At the time of this posting, I know of at least one person who is working on a secret bastard child of the king.  I am open to others, whether they know or not, who say they are or actually aren't, etc. 

I am more than open to working with people if they have a strong concept they believe in.  I would like to keep the number of actual illegitimate children at a small or healthy number, instead of having like hundreds of bastards running around.

[GnothiSeauton]

Also, a double post, but...

If no one is interested in writing the Queen, I'll go ahead and either have her dead for some time, or as an NPC.

[Bibliophilia]

Gnothi, my dear, I am torn between a couple of possibilities when it comes to my character's role in the palace.  I wanted to see if you even liked the ideas, because they're not exactly typical servant positions.

I was thinking of going with either Social Media Steward or Health and Wellness Consultant.  The first one, of course, would be like the royal family's official online presence, writing updates and interacting with their fans and followers.  The second would be like an all-around physical trainer/nutritionist/masseuse/yoga instructor...ect. to the whole of the royal family.

[GnothiSeauton]

Gnothi, my dear, I am torn between a couple of possibilities when it comes to my character's role in the palace.  I wanted to see if you even liked the ideas, because they're not exactly typical servant positions.

I was thinking of going with either Social Media Steward or Health and Wellness Consultant.  The first one, of course, would be like the royal family's official online presence, writing updates and interacting with their fans and followers.  The second would be like an all-around physical trainer/nutritionist/masseuse/yoga instructor...ect. to the whole of the royal family.

I think either of those would be great ideas honestly. 

[Bibliophilia]

Oh!  Awesome.  -giggles.-  Now I just have to decide.

Also?  Not for nothing, but are we allowed to make those rumored courtesans that are mentioned in the Social Issues section?  I've got  boy rattling around in my head and it would be interesting to play him as a prostitute.

[GnothiSeauton]

And just to build off the above...

For those who have not written with me as GM, I welcome and encourage ideas.  I'm pretty easy going about stuff in terms of the structure of the story.  I believe that the background and story should evolve to fit the ideas and input of those who want to be a part of the group.

If you have an idea about a character, a possible position at court or office for a character, additions to the Tower or the like, or even ideas about the story and possible story lines, don't be afraid to reach out.  I welcome PMs and discussion.  You can PM me on here, post here in the thread or wherever, reach me on YahooIM, Skype, or Google Hangouts.

Oh!  Awesome.  -giggles.-  Now I just have to decide.

Also?  Not for nothing, but are we allowed to make those rumored courtesans that are mentioned in the Social Issues section?  I've got  boy rattling around in my head and it would be interesting to play him as a prostitute.

Absolutely. 

If there's enough interest in it, I'll expand it a bit, but I think that could be fun.

[Bibliophilia]

Okay!  -grins.-  This is going to be awesome.

[GnothiSeauton]

Just some possible character role ideas...

A spy master.
A spy.
Military commander.
A Royal "Fixer".
Pleasure Servant.
A celebrity.
Any one of the council/government seats.
Highborn/Noble Lord or Lady.
Household servants.
A secret, perhaps even taboo, lover of a Royal
A Royal Family Member.
A journalist or reporter.
Maybe even a biographer.
There's also the city and subjects as well that could be drawn in and connected with everything.

[Bibliophilia]

I'm gonna go ahead and face claim Maximiliano Patane for my male pleasure servant.  -grins.-

[Kokaine]

My character is going to be the King's Niece and one of the King's Swords. If anyone might be interested in playing her father (a younger brother of the King) or her brother/twin, pending Gnothi's approval of course, let me know. Other connections are welcome too especially if you want to work something into the history/backstory. I enjoy plotting!

[Caela]

This looks very intersting...have an idea rattling around in my brain that I will shoot your way Gnothi. :)

[GnothiSeauton]

I'm gonna go ahead and face claim Maximiliano Patane for my male pleasure servant.  -grins.-

I'm going to have to save that guy for another story some other time.

[Bibliophilia]

Isn't he yummy?  -grins.-

[Orange Marmalade]

Holy crap Kings was one of my favorite series! Gonna keep an eye out here.

[GnothiSeauton]

I have to say, I'm a bit surprised by the amount of love I've found on here for Kings.  Whenever I would mention it to people, they'd never heard of it.

[Orange Marmalade]

Ditto. I don't think a single one of my friends have seen it aside from 2 I talked into watching it.

Such a good series.

And the guy was kinda hot <.<

[GnothiSeauton]

Ditto. I don't think a single one of my friends have seen it aside from 2 I talked into watching it.

Such a good series.

And the guy was kinda hot <.<

Hahaha, there was so much hotness in that show.

[Aiden]

Since I just saw Hacksaw ridge, I kinda want to use Andrew Garfield for a face claim.

I was thinking of a minor noble who ends up swept up into the politics of the realm and unable to escape? I see him as a young rising officer in the King's army but unaware of the beast which is the "game" of nobles.

[Florence]

My character is going to be the King's Niece and one of the King's Swords. If anyone might be interested in playing her father (a younger brother of the King) or her brother/twin, pending Gnothi's approval of course, let me know. Other connections are welcome too especially if you want to work something into the history/backstory. I enjoy plotting!

Well, if I go ahead and make a King's Sword as well, I think it would be pretty reasonable that our character's have some history. It is a pretty small group, after all.

Uh... do the King's Swords get any sort of title? Like... "Sir" or "Ser" or something?

I've always been fond of "Ser", personally :D

Also, I might need help thinking of a good faceclaim. I've never been good at those xD

I'm thinking she'll be a redhead. In fact, I'm thinking of naming her Cerise, French for cherry, which would have come from the color of her hair. That is, of course, assuming there is some sort of 'France-equivalent' in this world that her family could have originally come from; and that someone of foreign ancestry would be able to make it to the ranks of the King's Swords.

Other than that, I was thinking blue or green eyes, or maybe hazel. Freckles are a plus.

If the whole 'French' thing works, I'm thinking her full name will be Cerise Duval (Alternatively, DuVal or Du Val, I haven't decided yet.)

I'm thinking she'll be at least MOSTLY gay, and being in the King's Swords, she obviously isn't hugely open about it. That said, I think, if she could get away with it, she also wouldn't go out of her way to deny it. Like, it might be something that's commonly spoken of in rumor and she doesn't really deny it. Maybe being in the King's Swords has the added benefit of making most people disinclined to accuse her directly of anything 'untoward'.

I'm thinking she might be one of the more 'earnest' characters. You know, every story about political intrigue needs at least one person who really believes in all the romantic ideals of knighthood and all that stuff. I've always had a love of playing the knightly types.

Sorry if this post is rambly, I just kind of jotted down ideas as they came to me.

[Kokaine]

Yeah, my girl Xero was going to be a lesbian but I decided just to go with her being pansexual and very discrete. She's not had many lovers anyhow. She's on the quieter side but also is something of a thrill seeker. She's not so much into the old code as she is her own though she's got a bit of a hidden romantic streak.

[GnothiSeauton]

Since I just saw Hacksaw ridge, I kinda want to use Andrew Garfield for a face claim.

I was thinking of a minor noble who ends up swept up into the politics of the realm and unable to escape? I see him as a young rising officer in the King's army but unaware of the beast which is the "game" of nobles.

I like that, actually.  Sounds like an interesting character.

I'll go ahead and put the claim up.

Well, if I go ahead and make a King's Sword as well, I think it would be pretty reasonable that our character's have some history. It is a pretty small group, after all.

Uh... do the King's Swords get any sort of title? Like... "Sir" or "Ser" or something?

I've always been fond of "Ser", personally :D

Also, I might need help thinking of a good faceclaim. I've never been good at those xD

I'm thinking she'll be a redhead. In fact, I'm thinking of naming her Cerise, French for cherry, which would have come from the color of her hair. That is, of course, assuming there is some sort of 'France-equivalent' in this world that her family could have originally come from; and that someone of foreign ancestry would be able to make it to the ranks of the King's Swords.

Other than that, I was thinking blue or green eyes, or maybe hazel. Freckles are a plus.

If the whole 'French' thing works, I'm thinking her full name will be Cerise Duval (Alternatively, DuVal or Du Val, I haven't decided yet.)

I'm thinking she'll be at least MOSTLY gay, and being in the King's Swords, she obviously isn't hugely open about it. That said, I think, if she could get away with it, she also wouldn't go out of her way to deny it. Like, it might be something that's commonly spoken of in rumor and she doesn't really deny it. Maybe being in the King's Swords has the added benefit of making most people disinclined to accuse her directly of anything 'untoward'.

I'm thinking she might be one of the more 'earnest' characters. You know, every story about political intrigue needs at least one person who really believes in all the romantic ideals of knighthood and all that stuff. I've always had a love of playing the knightly types.

Sorry if this post is rambly, I just kind of jotted down ideas as they came to me.

I think with titles for the King's Swords, they'd be Sir/Ser (whichever you prefer) and Lady.

It sounds like an interesting character and idea that you have.

[WhatLiesAbove]

I'm interested! As usual you have put up an awesome story idea, Gnothi! Has anyone shown any interest in like a Grand Fleet Admiral? I think I could come up with a badass chick for that!

[GnothiSeauton]

I'm interested! As usual you have put up an awesome story idea, Gnothi! Has anyone shown any interest in like a Grand Fleet Admiral? I think I could come up with a badass chick for that!

Hey, WLA...

No one has shown interest to me about the role/position as of yet.  I'd be curious to see what you have in mind.

[Orange Marmalade]

Question that hopefully weren't covered already. I might have missed some skimming stuff at work though...

How big is the country and where is it located? What about its other geographical features? (large coastline or landlocked? that sort of thing)

[GnothiSeauton]

Question that hopefully weren't covered already. I might have missed some skimming stuff at work though...

How big is the country and where is it located? What about its other geographical features? (large coastline or landlocked? that sort of thing)

It hasn't been covered, so you're good :)

I've been meaning to address that.

*busts out the Microsoft Paint*

I'll have something put together tonight and post it after I get some stuff done at home and relax.

[GnothiSeauton]

Question that hopefully weren't covered already. I might have missed some skimming stuff at work though...

How big is the country and where is it located? What about its other geographical features? (large coastline or landlocked? that sort of thing)

I've added a map of the Kingdom and it's surrounding neighbors to the world information both here and in the Game Info thread. 

There are some slight additions as well to the section just above the map where I sort of briefly describe some of the major cities, and will add more as I go along.

As far as distance goes, I haven't quite gotten around to that yet, so bear with me.

[Bibliophilia]

The map is awesome, Gnothi!

[Florence]

So, question. Any idea if any of the countries in this world would be basically a France-surrogate?

[Flower]

I would like to reserve Kerry Washington please. :) I'm thinking she's a justice.

[GnothiSeauton]

I have updated the faceclaim listings to reflect the faces that have been mentioned in here and via PMs.  If I've missed anyone or need to change something, please don't hesitate to let me know.

So, question. Any idea if any of the countries in this world would be basically a France-surrogate?

I didn't exactly have one set in mind.  However, if you want, you can go ahead and choose one, or create your own.  The map is but a small part of the globe, and you could create a sort of nation through your sheet.  I'm pretty easy going about that.

I would like to reserve Kerry Washington please. :) I'm thinking she's a justice.

An absolutely awesome play by.

[WhatLiesAbove]

Is it too late to reserve Jessica Biel?

[Kokaine]

Can I face claim Milla Jovovich as well?

Im thinking older sibling of my other character. One thats secretly either intersexed or transexual. Or I could pick a different position for her...

[GnothiSeauton]

Is it too late to reserve Jessica Biel?

Putting her down for you right now.

[GnothiSeauton]

Can I face claim Milla Jovovich as well?

Im thinking older sibling of my other character. One thats secretly either intersexed or transexual. Or I could pick a different position for her...

I like the sound of that.

Putting her down right now.

[Flower]

I have updated the faceclaim listings to reflect the faces that have been mentioned in here and via PMs.  If I've missed anyone or need to change something, please don't hesitate to let me know.

I didn't exactly have one set in mind.  However, if you want, you can go ahead and choose one, or create your own.  The map is but a small part of the globe, and you could create a sort of nation through your sheet.  I'm pretty easy going about that.

An absolutely awesome play by.

Thanks! I'm so tempted to make her the royal fixer...just cuz. >.>

Fuck it. I can't resist. Royal Fixer. Ignore that. Still a Justice. I can't make up my mind.  ::)

[Dotley]

Oh my! A story based on Kings, one of the greatest shows to ever show up on television? I'm hooked. The potential for so much political intrigue, social scandals, and royal family drama in a setting like this is just too tempting. This is all glorious, GnothiSeauton.

Is it too late to submit an idea for the Queen? Just want to confirm that before I wander off to PM and start sprouting ideas. I've had a craving for months now to write an older lady character (a la Jessica Lange or Gillian Anderson) who is as politically savvy as she is emotionally frayed.

[Ryven]

I know nothing about Kings, but this interests me.  Are there any kings, queens, lords, or ladies requiring a personal assistant/servant/security guard?

[GnothiSeauton]

Thanks! I'm so tempted to make her the royal fixer...just cuz. >.>

Fuck it. I can't resist. Royal Fixer. Ignore that. Still a Justice. I can't make up my mind.  ::)

Haha...  Let me know what you decide on.  I'm considering making a guy.

I'd like to faceclaim Jessica Biel while I'm thinking of it.

Already put her in for you from last night :)

Oh my! A story based on Kings, one of the greatest shows to ever show up on television? I'm hooked. The potential for so much political intrigue, social scandals, and royal family drama in a setting like this is just too tempting. This is all glorious, GnothiSeauton.

Is it too late to submit an idea for the Queen? Just want to confirm that before I wander off to PM and start sprouting ideas. I've had a craving for months now to write an older lady character (a la Jessica Lange or Gillian Anderson) who is as politically savvy as she is emotionally frayed.

I about lost it with excitement at Jessica Lange, Dotley, heh.

Whenever I've thought about/envisioned the Queen, even when I've been debating making the Queen as an NPC, Jessica Lange has been her.  Someone did talk about doing the Queen, but I believe they've decided to go for a younger Princess instead, so she is indeed open if you'd like to discuss it more in depth.

I know nothing about Kings, but this interests me.  Are there any kings, queens, lords, or ladies requiring a personal assistant/servant/security guard?

Glad to see you, Ryven :)

You don't need to really know or have seen anything about Kings.  This group isn't canon or based directly from it.  It's just largely really inspired from it, in terms of atmosphere, the setting of a modern Absolute Monarchy, some of the themes, and the like.

If you don't find anyone that's interested, I would be open to possibly working something out.  I'd like to let others get a chance to reach out to you first about the role, but if you don't get any takers, I'd be up for something.

[Ryven]

Glad to see you, Ryven :)

You don't need to really know or have seen anything about Kings.  This group isn't canon or based directly from it.  It's just largely really inspired from it, in terms of atmosphere, the setting of a modern Absolute Monarchy, some of the themes, and the like.

If you don't find anyone that's interested, I would be open to possibly working something out.  I'd like to let others get a chance to reach out to you first about the role, but if you don't get any takers, I'd be up for something.

Cool.  No rush.  I'll be putting a character together in the meantime, and I can work in a connection(s) if I need to once there's interest.

[WhatLiesAbove]

Sorry...kid woke me up too early. Working on a character sheet now!

[Rave]

Put me down as interested in playing one of the Jordanian family members-- second born perhaps? I'll think on it!

I'll reserve Luke Evans as a face-claim if possible~

[Ryven]

I'm reserving Craig Ramsey as my face claim.

[Clio]

Men! Yay!

I need to work on what kind of character I want to make...

[Orange Marmalade]

Been talking a little to Gnothi, but figured I'd post it here, too:

Currently working on a King's Sword Lord Commander type with a side of spymaster thrown in. No idea on a face claim, yet.

[Amelita]

So haaai

  ::)

Definitely interested. I need to kickstart my muse.

[GnothiSeauton]

Put me down as interested in playing one of the Jordanian family members-- second born perhaps? I'll think on it!

I'll reserve Luke Evans as a face-claim if possible~

I'm reserving Craig Ramsey as my face claim.

Will put in the claims very shortly.

So haaai

  ::)

Definitely interested. I need to kickstart my muse.

Glad to see you :)



I am a little backed up on PMs at the moment (I had forgotten how crazy an inbox can get with a group like this), so please bear with me while I try to sort stuff out and get back to people.

Also...

Since I've gotten the feeling from some that they're having a bit of a hard time coming up with character ideas, I am going to go back and expand the history of the Kingdom, notably the recent history of the Kingdom, in order to try and give more information and such to work with.  I do not think that it would really harm the already approved or work in progress character sheets, but if it's an issue, I will be more than happy to discuss and work something out.

[Caela]

Realize I forgot to mention...am working with Gnothi on a King's Mistress with (hidden) split loyalties.

[Revolution]

Also figured I should speak up about my character! Currently creating a younger prince character.

[GnothiSeauton]

Alrighty...

I've added a significant chunk to the World Information.

I've edited the map to add two new locations.

I've added a portion that deals with King Richard's reign, mostly the beginnings and somewhat recent history to touch on secessionist activities and such in the East.

But I'd love to hear some ideas if anyone has any in terms of recent history.   

[GnothiSeauton]

I think, with the exception of one PM, I'm pretty much caught up in my inbox.

If I missed someone, please don't hesitate to bop me over the head.

And like I've mentioned before, if you are having difficulties coming up with a character, please feel free to PM me.  I would be more than happy to brainstorm with you about trying to figure something out.

[Amelita]

I'm gonna use Marie Avgeropoulos.

Might find you for some talking, Gnothi.

[GnothiSeauton]

I'm gonna use Marie Avgeropoulos.

Might find you for some talking, Gnothi.

I'm always around :)

[Sally Aces]

I've posted my bad girl Princess and am interested in working up connections with her.

I'd love to flesh out her entourage, so anyone with notions of playing a bodyguard, artist, minor noble, party person please reach out to me to discuss :)

Also, open to rivals (she was a competitive rider), exes, etc as well. We don't all have to be friends, right?

[GnothiSeauton]

I've posted my bad girl Princess and am interested in working up connections with her.

I'd love to flesh out her entourage, so anyone with notions of playing a bodyguard, artist, minor noble, party person please reach out to me to discuss :)

Also, open to rivals (she was a competitive rider), exes, etc as well. We don't all have to be friends, right?

Amen to that :D

[WhatLiesAbove]

I've posted my bad girl Princess and am interested in working up connections with her.

I'd love to flesh out her entourage, so anyone with notions of playing a bodyguard, artist, minor noble, party person please reach out to me to discuss :)

Also, open to rivals (she was a competitive rider), exes, etc as well. We don't all have to be friends, right?

Absolutely!

Likewise, I have my Council Member up...the head of the Admirality! If anyone wants to work out anything with her, feel free to speak up!

[Ryven]

I've decided I'm going to make a King's Sword.  Have they been spoken for yet?

[GnothiSeauton]

I've decided I'm going to make a King's Sword.  Have they been spoken for yet?

I think there's four open slots for that?

I know Kokaine was going to do one, Orange Marmalade spoke about making the Lord Commander.    I want to say there was someone else who mentioned it (and I'm so sorry I can't remember, I'm brain dead at the moment).  But there are still open places in that order if you wanted to do one, Ryven.

[Dotley]

And the Queen (Consort) has been accepted!  :-)

As she's the matron of the Jordan family I'm totally hyped and willing to plot with anyone that's considering a character for the royal family. Especially if they're one of her children! Personally I'd love to see a Prince or Princess that has a huge grudge against their mother/openly despises her and then one that's desperate for her love and approval and might even idolize her bit.

[Sally Aces]

And the Queen (Consort) has been accepted!  :-)

As she's the matron of the Jordan family I'm totally hyped and willing to plot with anyone that's considering a character for the royal family. Especially if they're one of her children! Personally I'd love to see a Prince or Princess that has a huge grudge against their mother/openly despises her and then one that's desperate for her love and approval and might even idolize her bit.

I volunteer Princess Catherine to be the child who has a grudge against Mommy Dearest. Being raised by nannies and governesses so Mom could rule never sat well with her. As she grew up and noticed the lack of love and passion between mom and dad (which she blames mom for) she was saddened and promised herself NEVER to be like the Queen. So some of her rebellious nature comes from wanting to never compromise on her dreams/desires/pleasure like mom has.

Sound good to you, Dotley?

PM to discuss further, please.

[Dotley]

That sounds absolutely wonderful!  :-)

[Ryven]

My king's sword character is approved! ;D

[GnothiSeauton]

And I figured it's time I at least did up an OOC...

https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=258658.0

But please, feel free to post here if you want.  Free bumps and all.

[Kokaine]

Alright...

Neryah and Xero are both up and open for connections of all sorts :)

[Clio]

Okay Gnothi, since I'm making the wife of your Thomas guy, here's three options for models:

Bryce Dallas Howard
Christina Hendricks
Jessica Chastain

I can't decide, but they're all three favorites of mine.

[GnothiSeauton]

Okay Gnothi, since I'm making the wife of your Thomas guy, here's three options for models:

Bryce Dallas Howard
Christina Hendricks
Jessica Chastain

I can't decide, but they're all three favorites of mine.

Christina Hendricks works for me :)



I've updated the main parts of this thread to reflect approved characters, reserved faces, and a link to the OOC.

I think, with the exception of Rave's character sheet, I've gotten back to everyone who has submitted one.  If I've missed you, just let me know.

[Clio]

Christina Hendricks works for me :)



I've updated the main parts of this thread to reflect approved characters, reserved faces, and a link to the OOC.

I think, with the exception of Rave's character sheet, I've gotten back to everyone who has submitted one.  If I've missed you, just let me know.

Cool. Thanks.

[Sally Aces]

That sounds absolutely wonderful!  :-)

How open do you want Catherine's enmity to be?

• utterly private, so in public she acts ok with mom
• semi-private, so a few scenes that were explained away but feeds the rumor-mill
• all out war, the hate is real and very public

[GnothiSeauton]

And for those wishing to get started on something...

https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=258662.0

The History and Past thread is officially open.

[Revolution]

Annnnd Prince Lukas is up! Also open for connections/writing out history if anyone's interested!

[Florence]

Aaaah, I need to hurry up on mine. Sorry.

Kokaine, I read yours, and I was thinking Cerise was going to have a fondness for blades too. Maybe they've got something of a friendly rivalry with lots of sparring (and possibly sexual tension, who knows).

I think I Cerise will be different enough that I won't feel as though I'm copying you, and hopefully the similarities they do have will lead to them interacting in fun ways.

[Bibliophilia]

Jaco van den Hoven!  -looooves,.-

[Ryven]

Annnnd Prince Lukas is up! Also open for connections/writing out history if anyone's interested!

I'm up for connecting Angel to the Prince in some capacity.

[Kokaine]

Aaaah, I need to hurry up on mine. Sorry.

Kokaine, I read yours, and I was thinking Cerise was going to have a fondness for blades too. Maybe they've got something of a friendly rivalry with lots of sparring (and possibly sexual tension, who knows).

I think I Cerise will be different enough that I won't feel as though I'm copying you, and hopefully the similarities they do have will lead to them interacting in fun ways.

Friendly rivalry and sparring sound perfect to me! I look forward to seeing your girl ^^

[Rave]

Approved!
Okay friends.

The oldest prince has officially landed in the approved list.

Go check out Damien if you want! The oldest son, and second oldest royal!

I'm gonna need my royal family to holla at me in PMs so we can figure out relationships!

And!

He's currently looking for staff! A King's Sword position is open, and anyone else that can help him run the military!

Cheers!

[Clio]

Approved!
Okay friends.

The oldest prince has officially landed in the approved list.

Go check out Damien if you want! The oldest son, and second oldest royal!

I'm gonna need my royal family to holla at me in PMs so we can figure out relationships!

And!

He's currently looking for staff! A King's Sword position is open, and anyone else that can help him run the military!

Cheers!

Nice...Luke Evans. :)

[Florence]

I'm still kinda stuck on a faceclaim for the character.

I'm thinking maybe Julie McNiven, but I'm not 100% sold on it.

[Rave]

Nice...Luke Evans. :)

He seemed to fit the princley role!  :P

[GnothiSeauton]

I'm still kinda stuck on a faceclaim for the character.

I'm thinking maybe Julie McNiven, but I'm not 100% sold on it.

Will put her up shortly

[Dotley]

How open do you want Catherine's enmity to be?

• utterly private, so in public she acts ok with mom
• semi-private, so a few scenes that were explained away but feeds the rumor-mill
• all out war, the hate is real and very public

I'm gonna need my royal family to holla at me in PMs so we can figure out relationships!

Going to PM both of ya to start some royal family plottage  :-)

[GnothiSeauton]

I think I'm caught up on character sheets, and think I have everything updated in terms of face claims.

If I missed someone, please let me know.

[Rel Mayer]

Things are super busy on my end lately, but I'm hoping to have some free time to build a character here shortly. :)

[GnothiSeauton]

Things are super busy on my end lately, but I'm hoping to have some free time to build a character here shortly. :)

Looking forward to it, Rel

[GnothiSeauton]

The World Information has been updated.

I've added extensive information on the neighboring nations and countries.  I've tried to take in to consideration sheets, but if I need to change something, I would be more than happy to discuss it.  You can find it in the recruitment thread, as well as the Game Information thread.

Also...

I just wanted to say that there is no rush or deadline with character sheets.  I know that there are quite a few who are interested and are still working on sheets, or trying to formulate ideas.  I have opened the History Thread for those with characters ready to go, and am going to be opening up the main IC threads and events sometime this week.

[Emjay]

I was just wondering if anyone was going to be making a Spymaster? I'm assuming it would be similar to the CIA or MI6?

[GnothiSeauton]

I was just wondering if anyone was going to be making a Spymaster? I'm assuming it would be similar to the CIA or MI6?

I believe that Orange Marmalade was going to be making a Lord Commander of the King's Swords who was also a spymaster.

However, I would be open to establishing a bit of a dialogue about his spymaster character being the King's sort of private spymaster, and another intelligence organization in the government, one that's a bit more official and either international or domestic. 

It could have even been because the King might not feel entirely trusting of the intelligence department, perhaps a unforeseen assassination attempt, developments abroad, whatever, and has a sort of private, unofficial spymaster.  It could be interesting, have there be a sort of dueling motivation to be the best, to out do one another, redemption, etc.

[Rave]

I was just wondering if anyone was going to be making a Spymaster? I'm assuming it would be similar to the CIA or MI6?

I believe that Orange Marmalade was going to be making a Lord Commander of the King's Swords who was also a spymaster.

However, I would be open to establishing a bit of a dialogue about his spymaster character being the King's sort of private spymaster, and another intelligence organization in the government, one that's a bit more official and either international or domestic. 

It could have even been because the King might not feel entirely trusting of the intelligence department, perhaps a unforeseen assassination attempt, developments abroad, whatever, and has a sort of private, unofficial spymaster.  It could be interesting, have there be a sort of dueling motivation to be the best, to out do one another, redemption, etc.

Similarly, if said character is going to be associated with the military-- they could be utilized differently than Orange Marmalade's character by Damien.

So I'm sure you have options!

[Emjay]

I believe that Orange Marmalade was going to be making a Lord Commander of the King's Swords who was also a spymaster.

However, I would be open to establishing a bit of a dialogue about his spymaster character being the King's sort of private spymaster, and another intelligence organization in the government, one that's a bit more official and either international or domestic. 

It could have even been because the King might not feel entirely trusting of the intelligence department, perhaps a unforeseen assassination attempt, developments abroad, whatever, and has a sort of private, unofficial spymaster.  It could be interesting, have there be a sort of dueling motivation to be the best, to out do one another, redemption, etc.

I like that idea, that the intelligence agency has lost a bit of the King's trust and have to get themselves back in his good graces or even that they may be growing in power and that their allegiance isn't a hundred percent trusted?

Similarly, if said character is going to be associated with the military-- they could be utilized differently than Orange Marmalade's character by Damien.

So I'm sure you have options!

That could be interesting as well.



I would also like to reserve Cate Blanchett

[Orange Marmalade]

I was just wondering if anyone was going to be making a Spymaster? I'm assuming it would be similar to the CIA or MI6?

However, I would be open to establishing a bit of a dialogue about his spymaster character being the King's sort of private spymaster, and another intelligence organization in the government, one that's a bit more official and either international or domestic. 

Yupyup :) Should have mine finished here shortly. Basically he's way less MI:6 and a bit more underworld connection sorts. Has tons of connections and a habit of knowing way more than he should, but doesn't run actual like James Bond missions and the like. A bit more Varys and less M

[Aiden]

I like that idea, that the intelligence agency has lost a bit of the King's trust and have to get themselves back in his good graces or even that they may be growing in power and that their allegiance isn't a hundred percent trusted?

That could be interesting as well.



I would also like to reserve Cate Blanchett

If you need a contact or agent, my guy is shifting as I make him into a more covert ops type. I making him a ranger in the kings army who has seen the conflict between the lands up close.

My plot for him to be in the capitol to receive a medal / commendation and then somehow he ends up getting tangled up in the shitstorm that is politics.

[Kokaine]

Currently toying with the idea of an exiled noble if anyone would like to brainstorm/plot something. I'm willing to go male or female and as dark or heavy as we can stand.

[Orange Marmalade]

Posting here as well -

My characer, Enzo, is posted and open for connections, especially if anyone is making a Kings Sword member or underworld-ish type person.

[GnothiSeauton]

I'm debating whether or not to create a sort of antagonist Ambassador from Elysium.

[Flower]

After some consideration, I'm going to bow out of making a character concept. I hope you guys have fun!

[The Dark Raven]

Holy shit, how did I miss this?  In in in!

[GnothiSeauton]

After some consideration, I'm going to bow out of making a character concept. I hope you guys have fun!

Sorry to see you go, Flower.

If you change your mind, you're definitely welcome to join.  I'd be more than happy to work out a concept with you.

[Kokaine]

I'm debating whether or not to create a sort of antagonist Ambassador from Elysium.

Sounds fun ^^

[Tokyorose627]

This game sounds like something new and exciting!

So I read some of it, and I wanted to make sure, we can only make members of royalty if GM approves, correct?

[GnothiSeauton]

This game sounds like something new and exciting!

So I read some of it, and I wanted to make sure, we can only make members of royalty if GM approves, correct?

Yep.  I would need to read and review a concept first.

However, it should be noted that presently we have four children of the immediate king that are legitimate.  I think that's enough for now, and it would have to be a very strong concept to consider expanding that.  I am open to cousins/nephews and nieces and the like.

[Tokyorose627]

Yep.  I would need to read and review a concept first.

However, it should be noted that presently we have four children of the immediate king that are legitimate.  I think that's enough for now, and it would have to be a very strong concept to consider expanding that.  I am open to cousins/nephews and nieces and the like.

Would it be possible to make a character that's of another Royal Family? Maybe from a distant land or other nation?

[GnothiSeauton]

Would it be possible to make a character that's of another Royal Family? Maybe from a distant land or other nation?

I'll say that I'm open to it, but would need to hear a concept before deciding.

[Tokyorose627]

I'll say that I'm open to it, but would need to hear a concept before deciding.

Alright, thanks for answering. I'll send a PM with a short concept idea.

[The Dark Raven]

Face claiming Eva Green.  Concept is still percolating.

[Ryven]

Face claiming Eva Green.  Concept is still percolating.

Everything needs more Eva Green.

[Rave]

Face claiming Eva Green.  Concept is still percolating.

Everything needs more Eva Green.

[GnothiSeauton]

Morningwood and Beyond

The Tower

Capitol City

[Emjay]

Still working on Cate Blanchett as a Spymaster. Would like to reserve Dylan Penn as well.

[Tokyorose627]

Am I able to reserve a faceclaim if I haven't started a sheet yet? :P

[Rave]

Am I able to reserve a faceclaim if I haven't started a sheet yet? :P

We've been doing that so far, so yes!

[Tokyorose627]

We've been doing that so far, so yes!

Ah, thanks!

[The Dark Raven]

I'd be in trouble if we couldn't ;)

[Tokyorose627]

I'd be in trouble if we couldn't ;)

lol, very true.

I don't think I'll need to put up a face claim though, considering the person I usually use people aren't familiar with. lol

[Faustus]

Working on a claimed descendant of Richard's brother, Edward, through an illegitimate child~ Debating Faceclaims for the little bitter bastard...

[Kokaine]

I'd like to face claim Pierre Abena please.

[Bibliophilia]

Unf, Koka.  -drools.-

[GnothiSeauton]

Just a quick message to say that I will get to character sheets and PMs later this afternoon, or whenever I can get this headache to go away.

[Kokaine]

Unf, Koka.  -drools.-

  ^-^

[GnothiSeauton]

I've updated the face claims and reserved face claims.  If I missed anyone, please let me know.

[Relikai]

Inter-est-ed!

Might come up with one or two characters if able!

[Tokyorose627]

Inter-est-ed!

Might come up with one or two characters if able!

Awesome to see you Relikai!

[Kokaine]

Does anyone have a role they'd like to see filled? Im pondering a 3rd character but I wanted to offer if someone needed/wanted something...

[GnothiSeauton]

Important Updates with Regards to Character Creation

• November 18th, 2016:  As of today, I am going to be very strict on allowing additional members of the immediate Royal family.  We currently have four children, the King, the Queen, and the Queen Mother, in addition to several extended cousins and illegitimate children.  My natural inclination is to say no to additional family members, unless it has direct ties to an existing family member (i.e. a previously mentioned brother in character sheets or IC posts), or is a considerably good idea.  This does not affect those who have previously pitched ideas and are working on character sheets at present.
• November 18th, 2016:  As of today, if you wish to create a foreign dignitary, foreign royalty, any member of a foreign government, you must discuss your concept and character's homeland with me before submitting a sheet.  If you do submit a character sheet to me without prior discussion and my explicit consent, I will ignore your sheet outright. 

[Rave]

I'd like to reserve Willy Cartier as a face-claim and second character- probably for a King's Sword position.

[Bibliophilia]

Ooo...I fucking love him.

[Rave]

Ooo...I fucking love him.

He's always a great switch up from your average flow of face claims! I've always made really interesting sheets around him too.

[Relikai]

Submitted a sheet and a request for clarification!  :-)

[GnothiSeauton]

Submitted a sheet and a request for clarification!  :-)

I will get to it either later tonight or tomorrow. 

[Relikai]

I will get to it either later tonight or tomorrow.

Thank you!

[Tokyorose627]

I will get to it either later tonight or tomorrow.

Yay! New person! X3

[GnothiSeauton]

And just to reiterate/clarify from the Character Creation section...

It can take me anywhere from a few minutes, to two days to review a character sheet or get back to PMs.  This game has taken off completely in a way that I hadn't really anticipated, and am a bit swamped and behind on things.  I try to be quick about it, but I'm a person too, and have a life outside of Elliquiy.  This is not to call out anyone or directed at anyone in general. 

[Kokaine]

I'd like to switch out my face claim reservation and claim Emeraude Toubia instead.

[Emjay]

Still working on Cate Blanchett as a Spymaster. Would like to reserve Dylan Penn as well.

Would like to switch Dylan Penn for Deborah Ann Wohl. Thank you!

[Timeless]

I had been eyeing on this game for a while, but couldn't quite find a character concept I like until now. >3> So uhm, I have an idea to bring over a male character but he's an incredible diva with a lot of sassiness and bold personality. He'll also be serving as a personal stylist. I am wondering whether anybody with a female character would like their own personal stylist and.. well, a gossiping BFF basically. Hah!

[WhatLiesAbove]

I'd like to reserve faceclaim of Sasha Alexander, if it hasn't been taken already!

[GnothiSeauton]

Will be working on updating the face claims and character sheet listings soon.

I just despise fooling with code.

I had been eyeing on this game for a while, but couldn't quite find a character concept I like until now. >3> So uhm, I have an idea to bring over a male character but he's an incredible diva with a lot of sassiness and bold personality. He'll also be serving as a personal stylist. I am wondering whether anybody with a female character would like their own personal stylist and.. well, a gossiping BFF basically. Hah!

Sounds like an interesting concept, Timeless.  I think he'd be a good and awesome fit.

If you want, you can check out the OOC and post your idea over there.  It might get a bit more eyes looking at it.

[WhatLiesAbove]

I had been eyeing on this game for a while, but couldn't quite find a character concept I like until now. >3> So uhm, I have an idea to bring over a male character but he's an incredible diva with a lot of sassiness and bold personality. He'll also be serving as a personal stylist. I am wondering whether anybody with a female character would like their own personal stylist and.. well, a gossiping BFF basically. Hah!

Theresa could use someone to be un-soldierly with!

[Timeless]

Sounds like an interesting concept, Timeless.  I think he'd be a good and awesome fit.

If you want, you can check out the OOC and post your idea over there.  It might get a bit more eyes looking at it.

Thank you very much! I'll post in the OOC to see if anybody would be interested!

Theresa could use someone to be un-soldierly with!

I'll definitely keep in mind.

[Kokaine]

Hey all, so my third and final character, Missy is in need of connections if anyone is willing. Both positive and negative connections are welcome/encouraged!

Also, for anyone lurking, Im looking for a bodyguard/personal assistant for her.

The role of her twin is also open.

[GnothiSeauton]

From the OOC...

As a general heads up, I'm planning on putting in the next part of the event sometime around the beginning of next week, probably after Sunday.

It should make things interesting. 

I just wanted to put it out there for people who are either waiting for the big stuff to begin, or people who are still working on sheets and want in for the very beginning.

It should be noted first and foremost that recruitment will always be open.

This is by no means a nudge or push for people to get in their sheets.

I just wanted to put a bit of a warning/heads up that the next part of the event is going to be starting within the coming days.

[Emjay]

From the OOC...

It should be noted first and foremost that recruitment will always be open.

This is by no means a nudge or push for people to get in their sheets.

I just wanted to put a bit of a warning/heads up that the next part of the event is going to be starting within the coming days.

Noted! I am still chipping away at mine but they should be done soon enough.

On another note, would like to claim Marshall Perrin >.>

[Tokyorose627]

Noted! I am still chipping away at mine but they should be done soon enough.

On another note, would like to claim Marshall Perrin >.>

Oh, hey Emjay.

[Emjay]

Oh, hey Emjay.

Hey! How's life?

[Tokyorose627]

Hey! How's life?

Good, busy.

[GnothiSeauton]

Face claims, approved characters, should be up to date at this moment :)

If anyone needs help, please feel free to PM me.