Sabrina's School for Special Students (Pokemon School)

[Steir]

@Steir
Haha, I can already picture some funny moments with Haruka and Hunter xD Considering his aversion to flowers But she sounds very cute, and her sheltered upbringing perhaps has made her a little too clueless for this cast, considering all of the trouble makers so far
But it is nice to see you again!
I do have a question, how is Haruka around cats?
jk jk

Her sheltered upbringing is one of the fun parts to work with. ;3c

Fortunately she isn't as over her head around cats compared to another character of mine.

[JoanieSappho]

Is this group accepting of nonbinary characters?

I made one, so hopefully

[Jack of Jacks]

I made one, so hopefully

ok cool. i'll give it a go. I've only ever played pokemon mystery dungeon so I'm not super well versed on the gameplay but the internet can help me with that I'm sure

[Jack of Jacks]

Also, can our characters evolve during this rp story?

Can my character be born from two hybrid parents of the same type?

[Rynn]

Name: Haruka Morinokuni
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Height: 5'5"
Orientation: Heterosexual
Parentage: Liligant
Type: Grass

Masahiro looks different from what I remember... did he cut his hair or something? Kidding
Haruka sounds like she just as good a character if not better, so you won't be hearing too many complaints from me. Especially since I can already think up a few interesting interaction happening between her and the rest of the cast. I wonder how she'll get along with Naiya in particular considering how they share some similarities, yet are quite different in their circumstances and wealth? Powers seem a bit broad, but I trust you enough not to go crazy with them. So without further ado character accepted.

And here we go.  Took a bit but here's my sheet.


Name: Bryn Lumen
Age: (Between 19
Gender: Male
Height: 5’0” (152.4 cm)
Orientation: Pansexual
Parentage: Midnight Lycanroc
Type: Rock

There's a lot of things that I like about Bryn.
You've probably already heard this from Gardsorm, but I'm actually looking forward to seeing how having two Lycanroc in the group works out. Technically it shouldn't be an issue, since the Bryn's personality and bio are nothing like Huxley's. I know they're different versions of the same pokemon, but seeing how different characters are despite having the same/similar lineage could lead up to a lot of interesting interactions. With that said, I also love failures, especially outgoing ones. And it doesn't get much better than Bryn it seems. Combining the concept of an eager helper with a complete ditz sounds amazing and I can't wait to see what sort of trouble his enthusiasm gets him and others in!

My only concern with the character is clarification on his appearance. The character image has a fair number of beastly aspects to them. So I have to ask if they're wearing gloves, fake tail, etc. Or if any of those bodyparts are a biological nod to his parentage.

Is this group accepting of nonbinary characters?

Also, can a character be based on the first pokemon in an evolution line if the parent is an evolved pokemon? Can our characters evolve during this rp story?

I'm trying to make an onix person but I want their parent to be a steelix. Can that work?

Can my character be born from two hybrid parents of the same type?

The answer to your first question is: "Yes and No"
Whether I'm accepting of nonbinary characters or not largely depends on what sort of character you end up submitting. I'm a bit skeptical and cautious when it comes to characters outside the gender binary, since a lot of people tend to exaggerate and emphasize on the gender aspect of things. And I'd rather not sow the seeds of unwanted drama by accepting a character that's based around a potentially explosive topic. Put simply I'm happy to accept a character that's all sorts of wonderful things, and happens to be nonbinary. But I won't be accepting characters that want to make a big deal out of being non-binary, and highlight the real life difficulties of not belonging to a dichotomy.

For simplicity's sake, characters won't be able to evolve during the roleplay. Being half human has changed their biological makeup too much, that even if they were to evolve it would be into the original pokemon's evolution.

Your character can however be the unevolved form of the parent pokemon. So you can have a Charizard father, but be based on Charmander. So yes Onix character from a Steelix parent is fine.

Considering how the daycare/nursery center works, hybrids can have offspring together.
But for simplicity's sake, I'd prefer player characters to stick to the existing dynamic of one pokemon parent, and one human parent.

[Jack of Jacks]

The answer to your first question is: "Yes and No"
Whether I'm accepting of nonbinary characters or not largely depends on what sort of character you end up submitting. I'm a bit skeptical and cautious when it comes to characters outside the gender binary, since a lot of people tend to exaggerate and emphasize on the gender aspect of things. And I'd rather not sow the seeds of unwanted drama by accepting a character that's based around a potentially explosive topic. Put simply I'm happy to accept a character that's all sorts of wonderful things, and happens to be nonbinary. But I won't be accepting characters that want to make a big deal out of being non-binary, and highlight the real life difficulties of not belonging to a dichotomy.

For simplicity's sake, characters won't be able to evolve during the roleplay. Being half human has changed their biological makeup too much, that even if they were to evolve it would be into the original pokemon's evolution.

Your character can however be the unevolved form of the parent pokemon. So you can have a Charizard father, but be based on Charmander. So yes Onix character from a Steelix parent is fine.

Considering how the daycare/nursery center works, hybrids can have offspring together.
But for simplicity's sake, I'd prefer player characters to stick to the existing dynamic of one pokemon parent, and one human parent.

Understood. I am not interested in exploring gender politics in this rp group nor is the character's gender supposed to be a big deal. The question was mostly to test and see if this group is actively against nonbinary characters/people or even aggressive towards them (although, it's elliquiy not 4chan so that sort of behavior would surprise me on here).

I'll keep it simple: one human parent, one steelix parent and the child is an onix hybrid.

[JoanieSappho]

On the subject of daycare/nursery stuff, that reminds me that I need to figure out just where Robin's kid is going to be during most of this.

[MelodyCake]

@Joanie
I just assumed that the school had offered Robin the chance for the kid to be in day care, but sort of a 24/7 one that Robin would be able to visit when she's not in school   Out of sight, out of mind! Kidding
But yeah, nah, if that is the case I think you could also say that S4 offered your kid some special schooling as well (fitting the age of the child of course xP) and all medical expenses taken care of.

[JoanieSappho]

First one would probably make things easiest. It's just they're a year or two old and Robin's not the sort who'd really accept not being able to see them often.
I figure she's pretty much a normal human, it's just Robin who isn't, which would make things easier.

[Rynn]

Understood. I am not interested in exploring gender politics in this rp group nor is the character's gender supposed to be a big deal. The question was mostly to test and see if this group is actively against nonbinary characters/people or even aggressive towards them (although, it's elliquiy not 4chan so that sort of behavior would surprise me on here).

I'll keep it simple: one human parent, one steelix parent and the child is an onix hybrid.

Just want to clarify. When I say I don't want characters openly highlighting political issues in the group. That also applies to the players.
I don't care for 4chan. I'm not interested in discussing attitudes towards nonbinary people, and I'm also not willing to give this topic any further oxygen.

First one would probably make things easiest. It's just they're a year or two old and Robin's not the sort who'd really accept not being able to see them often.
I figure she's pretty much a normal human, it's just Robin who isn't, which would make things easier.

Damn, considering Robin's age I'm not sure why I assumed the child would be much older. I think I might go brush up on Elliquiy rules a bit and see what the approach is for characters that have kids. Melody's comment "out of sight, out of mind" is easiest. But if Robin is they type to want to their kid constantly, we'll have to work something out. Or have them forcefully separated... 

[Jack of Jacks]

Just want to clarify. When I say I don't want characters openly highlighting political issues in the group. That also applies to the players.
I don't care for 4chan. I'm not interested in discussing attitudes towards nonbinary people, and I'm also not willing to give this topic any further oxygen.

Yea 4chan is super duper yikes D:

no, no I had not meant that as an egg-on to get people to talk more about it. I was just voicing my own internal monologue around asking the question to begin with and restating your points as a confirmation of agreeing with them.

[JoanieSappho]

Damn, considering Robin's age I'm not sure why I assumed the child would be much older. I think I might go brush up on Elliquiy rules a bit and see what the approach is for characters that have kids. Melody's comment "out of sight, out of mind" is easiest. But if Robin is they type to want to their kid constantly, we'll have to work something out. Or have them forcefully separated... 

Actually, thinking about it and not being super tired for once, you're right. A year or two wouldn't be right, it'd have to have been more like three or four to fit with their history.
Which would make time apart more bearable for Robin, although they're still going to want to see her pretty often. But the more out of sight/mind way would work. And would definitely be the easiest, yeah.

[Chaosfox]

So funny story after I took a while to shift through Ideas I had started to work on a character  had most of hi done and the  nixed them because....well didn't want to overload on the book worm idea which is what they kind of were.  After starting a stopping a couple more I have settled on a typing I wanted to use and I have the name...... now I just need everything else. Anyway that's why I haven't posted my character yet but hopefully have them posted some time today.

[Rynn]

Actually, thinking about it and not being super tired for once, you're right. A year or two wouldn't be right, it'd have to have been more like three or four to fit with their history.
Which would make time apart more bearable for Robin, although they're still going to want to see her pretty often. But the more out of sight/mind way would work. And would definitely be the easiest, yeah.

We seem to be pretty settled on the free childcare thing.
So my suggestion would be that Robin was struggling to keep up with the bills.
If Robin enrolled in S4 they were promised that their kid would be taken good care of in a foster home. Or child support payments made to a friend. In both cases they'd get the kid back after they graduated, along with a much better employment prospect.

I mentioned that I'd be giving all characters their own dorm room. So I did consider the possibility of having the kid on campus (medical campus during the day, Robin's room evening onwards. Possibly making it a no-go zone for interactions... but that might limit Robin's freedom to move around a bit too much. In the end I settled on suggesting a computer and regular net calls done at Robin's leisure. Though what you do is ultimately up to you. I do think it'd be a good idea to figure something out sooner rather than later though.
Sorry I'm not much of a help, haven't had to think about characters having kids too much in the past.

So funny story after I took a while to shift through Ideas I had started to work on a character  had most of hi done and the  nixed them because....well didn't want to overload on the book worm idea which is what they kind of were.  After starting a stopping a couple more I have settled on a typing I wanted to use and I have the name...... now I just need everything else. Anyway that's why I haven't posted my character yet but hopefully have them posted some time today.

Sounds like you've been on quite the roller coaster ride. Thanks for keeping us updated, funny enough I was just wondering where you'd gone. I've still got a fair few things to do before I can launch up the official IC thread. Estimated time at the moment is either Sunday or Monday, but that might be delayed by RL issues on my end (Not by much though).
In the mean time, if you need any help or suggestions there's probably a few creative minds here that would be all too happy to help. Out of curiosity, what type did you settle on?

[JoanieSappho]

Oh, Robin having trouble keeping up with the bills was already a thing, and part of why they willingly came, yeah.
Probably best if they're not around, even though Robin's gonna be sulky about that to begin with.

[Chaosfox]

Grass...... Which is why I face palmed when I woke up this morning and checked the thread.  Though I was going to make one of my  very rare male characters.  I found It has always been One of my two favorite typing's and I found an Image that I liked. It has given me aan idea for a partial backstory just not fleshed out yet.

[Avalon29]

There's a lot of things that I like about Bryn.
You've probably already heard this from Gardsorm, but I'm actually looking forward to seeing how having two Lycanroc in the group works out. Technically it shouldn't be an issue, since the Bryn's personality and bio are nothing like Huxley's. I know they're different versions of the same pokemon, but seeing how different characters are despite having the same/similar lineage could lead up to a lot of interesting interactions. With that said, I also love failures, especially outgoing ones. And it doesn't get much better than Bryn it seems. Combining the concept of an eager helper with a complete ditz sounds amazing and I can't wait to see what sort of trouble his enthusiasm gets him and others in!

My only concern with the character is clarification on his appearance. The character image has a fair number of beastly aspects to them. So I have to ask if they're wearing gloves, fake tail, etc. Or if any of those bodyparts are a biological nod to his parentage.

To answer this question and Cake’s earlier one, the hands are gloves. Look like gloves to me. As for the tail mmm, haven’t quite decided yet. Leaning towards the tail being the only beastly part although it can be fake too if that’s better.

[Rynn]

Oh, Robin having trouble keeping up with the bills was already a thing, and part of why they willingly came, yeah.
Probably best if they're not around, even though Robin's gonna be sulky about that to begin with.

Yeah, no matter how I try and approach things, I keep coming back to the conclusion that it's best to not have them around. I'm not really sure what sort of sulkiness we'll be getting from Robin, but I'm sure people will be accommodating. If my observations are right, you're well and truly amongst friends in this roleplay

Grass...... Which is why I face palmed when I woke up this morning and checked the thread.  Though I was going to make one of my  very rare male characters.  I found It has always been One of my two favorite typing's and I found an Image that I liked. It has given me aan idea for a partial backstory just not fleshed out yet.

Another grass type could be a lot of fun in my opinion. I know we already have Steir's Haruka, but having two characters with the same typing isn't a bad thing. Actually it might even be a good thing. The thought of two grass types kicking back and photosynthesizing is actually kinda cute. We shouldn't be getting too many more when it comes to character sheets, so hopefully there won't be another unexpected overlap/similarity with what you've got in mind. Good luck!

To answer this question and Cake’s earlier one, the hands are gloves. Look like gloves to me. As for the tail mmm, haven’t quite decided yet. Leaning towards the tail being the only beastly part although it can be fake too if that’s better.

He wears chunky paw gloves... and then wonders why he keeps screwing up when he's using his hands. Though... pushing someone down a flight of stairs made me think there was some sort of underlying dark intention you hadn't told us about yet~
I'm fine with the tail being either fake or real. Both options kinda make sense to me. If the tail is real, I can imagine the rest of his getup being a way to camouflage the oddity, whereas a fake tail could just be a way to seem cute so that someone takes him in. To be honest, I don't think I've ever seen a character more worthy of the Baby Doll Eyes move. If I had to pick for you, I'd probably go real tail... purely because fluffy! Whatever you choose I look forward to their interaction with Cyrus who actually has beastly parts

[Amarlo]

Well, while we wait, would anyone like to collaborate on some plots/connections with me? My character is Luna Maris, btw. ^^ I am open to most roles for my Luna - good, bad. I love ic drama and juicy plots. So I'd be down for anything as simple as a developing friendship, to bully/victim type relationship, to awkward lovers. Also, I use the term 'relationship' not to mean a romantic one, but I'd be open to that too. xD

[Steir]

Haruka would probably be drawn to Naiya's singing and dancing and may end up being a dancing pair. She wouldn't mind having company staying under the sun too, maybe with some tea and rice crackers to enjoy it with?

:3c

[Avalon29]

Going to go with real tail I think. Because it's cute and fun things can be done with tails. Plus you know more fluff is always good.

[Rynn]

Haruka would probably be drawn to Naiya's singing and dancing and may end up being a dancing pair.

Not sure if you're trying to start a gypsy caravan or a circus, but I'll support it! If the latter, we can toss Cyrus or Bryn through a flaming hoop, shove Luna in a dark room with a crystal ball, and not even god knows what Abel and Hunter would be in such a situation. I'm planning on adding an acrobatic student soon though, so we've got a solid cast.

Plus you know more fluff is always good.

Don't think anyone can disagree with that. More fluff is good fluff~

Well, while we wait, would anyone like to collaborate on some plots/connections with me?

Great to see people being proactive with their characters. We've got a great cast of characters so far, and I can easily see a the potential for a lot of interesting interactions between quite a few of them. The lesson I've learned is that the more you reach out, the more fun you're bound to have. 

[Gardsorm]

Things look like they're coming along nicely! <3

I'm all for connections and plotting at the start, but I'm also just as much in it for winging things and seeing what happens on a whim or even for my character's fancy. xP

[Rynn]

Finalize Character Sheets
If there's any final changes people want to make to their character sheets, you've got 24 hours to do it!
Since I'll be consolidating the accepted characters into a new thread tomorrow.
You can still make small changes to your character sheet once I've transferred them, but any changes you make will have to go through me.
If you haven't filled out your third and fourth power, there's no hurry since you can add those in later. (Again, you'll just need to PM them to me).

If you're happy with the way your character sheet looks at the moment, let me know and I'll move them over before the deadline.

New Thread
Still a WIP please don't post there yet.

[MelodyCake]

I think I am pretty happy with Hunters reference sheet :) I think the only thing that might need to be added is the additional abilities later on in the game :) So I'm happy for you to move his character sheet to the new thread :)