Teamwork and Monster Taming in the World of Forces (Custom Setting, Accepting)

[MyttraDW]

Short World and Plot Summary:

In this world, there are geological regions that each have unique ecosystems; flora and fauna, foodchains, the works. And then, there are the forces: Massive creatures, living embodiments of nature. Each force has an area of influence — which can overlap with another — and within this sphere the climate shifts dramatically. Endless rains, biting cold, blazing heat, and constant winds are some of the possibilities that a force may bring. The large flora and dangerous fauna of every region is always quick to change, to adapt to the prevailing force. Their features and abilities change to suit the weather.

Humanoids live in a single, massive walled city found at the center of the regional convergence. From there they can reach any region, but they are never touched by the forces. Most humanoids will never leave the city, and many won't see anything more than the district of their birth — so large is the city. But others will see it all: those known as Hunters. One does not choose to become a hunter, the path chooses them. It begins with an empathy beyond the normal for the wild creatures who also call the city home, those that are considered harmless enough to be called friendly. Eventually they will find their way to the Citadel, where they find the weapon that calls to them, and begin to train.

Hunters train so as to venture into the regions, to slay the huge, deadly monsters and carve materials from them and flora. The materials are used to create better gear, but also given to the city to keep everyone fed, clothed, and content. But to be a hunter is not only to slay. For on a hunter's first hunt, a monster will seek them out. Then begins a battle. Either the beast will submit to the hunter, or the hunter will die. Should the hunter survive, the beast will be their companion for life — only rarely in stables rather than by their side in the field or the wide streets of the city.

The players will be hunters: Newborn, about to venture into their first region where they will find and bond with their companion. From there, this team will do what is necessary to further the survival of the city.​

Hello, call me Mythy! The above is a setting idea that's popped to mind a few times, so I thought I'd give it a try here! I'm looking for fun, friendly, and communicative people to enjoy the plot with! I'm going to use the checklist to try and organize my thoughts...

Game:

• Section the Game will be placed in and whether it is a system game or not.

-- Not a system game! Dice might be used if enough people want it, but it would be a custom roll scheme

• Who is the RP open to? (Gender, Sexuality, etc..?) 

-- Anyone, of course! As long as you are respectful and engaged, I won't discriminate!

• Short Summary of Player Roles and General Story/Plot.   

-- See above! Players will be new hunters, growing with one another and their companion beast!

• Setting.   

-- See above! I'm hoping to have something a bit more light-hearted and fun!

• Plot Outline.       

-- Mostly sandbox with objectives.

• Character creation info/guidelines if any.   

-- Will be given as part of the OOC thread

• Game Pacing.     

-- One post a week per, hopefully. More would be cool!

• How much sexual activity is likely to occur or expected, if any?   

-- None is expected, and if characters gain a relationship I will ask that sexual activity be taken to PMs, only so as to keep the group thread moving. :)

• Whether tagging will be used or not.   

-- I will ask that you tag other PCs (and me, in the case of my character and NPCs) at the beginning of your post.

Example:
--Tags--

--Post text--

Game Master Info / GM(s) Participation Level (If/where applicable)

• Will there be a Co-GM?

-- Most Likely not

• How guided will the play be(sandbox, directed etc)?

-- Semi-guided, with objectives.

• What extent will players be allowed to create/use environment or setting details?

-- As long as it is in line with what I have added, players can create some details to spice up their posts!

• How NPC's will be handled. (If any) - (By GM and/or players, and what expectations)

-- Players can utilize NPCs of their own creation in posts, and will be expected to have them react to other players. GM NPCs and other player's NPCs are not to be controlled without the permission of the creator, just like PCs

• How active will the GM be?   

-- I'll try to be around most of the time

• Will there be an OOC thread? (expectations of thread usage)

-- Yes, I will have an OOC thread for questions and chatting (Try and keep it close to the RP or related topics)

• How to contact/approach GM with questions? (use OOC thread, direct PM, etc...)

-- OOC thread would be fine, though if it is a sensitive or secret question, PM is also fine!

• How will decisions be resolved?   

-- If players cannot decide on their own, I will go with majority rule. If there is no majority, I will make a decision.

• Will PvP be allowed (if applicable)? 

-- Only contests, possibly fistfights. No trying to kill one another.

Additional:

• A note to Respect Other players (Offs etc..)   

-- Please just respect other players, and me. It saps fun away quickly when there is a lack of respect

• Player Participation Expectations. (Posts/week expected. Methods for reporting a possible absence/The method used to remove drop-outs from the game.)   

-- One post a week minimum, move the conversation or story forward. Please let me know if you need to take a break or leave.

• Discuss how new players will be brought into the game (if the game is already running.)   

-- It will depend on the situation!

• What Writing style/POV. (Third person, first person, past, present, omniscient, etc...)     

-- Third person past limited, please!

[Senator]

Oh, ya here!

I've been looking for more things on E to join, so consider me interested.

[TheHangedOne]

I'm curious enough to keep an eye on this.

[MyttraDW]

Oh, ya here!

I've been looking for more things on E to join, so consider me interested.

I'm curious enough to keep an eye on this.

Glad to hear it! Do either of you have any questions or such? Something to help you gauge interest?

[TheHangedOne]

What is the tech level like? What is the power level like for hunters; are we badasses like in, say, Monster Hunter, or more reliant on the beasts we tame?

Will there be a character sheet? Most games have a character sheet. Name, age, backstory, etc., etc..

[MyttraDW]

What is the tech level like? What is the power level like for hunters; are we badasses like in, say, Monster Hunter, or more reliant on the beasts we tame?

Will there be a character sheet? Most games have a character sheet. Name, age, backstory, etc., etc..

Tech level is similar to Monster Hunter — gun-weapons and improbable machinery, but no airships really (as an example)
The Hunters will be badasses themselves, in addition to having a tamed monster.

And yes, I'll have a character sheet made in the OOC thread if I get enough people :)

[Chaosfox]

I am intrested.... and will keep an eye on this.

[MyttraDW]

Hey all! If I may ask, would you prefer me to allow sexual activity in the RP? And if so, what's the best way to do that? In the main thread, or elsewise?

Also, for those who said they would keep an eye out, may I ask for an update on your interest? I might have enough to start beginning if you are interested.

[Senator]

Hey all! If I may ask, would you prefer me to allow sexual activity in the RP? And if so, what's the best way to do that? In the main thread, or elsewise?

Oh, absolutely. This is Elliquiy. Main thread works.

[Chaosfox]

I am still intrested. It is a strong intrest and I would probally make a character once the Character sheets were up.

[TheHangedOne]

I don't care one way or the other about sex. That being said, if it's included, most group games I've been in put a 'smut' thread up, so it doesn't break up the flow of the main storyline.

[MyttraDW]

Hey all! I made the OOC and posted up my character!
https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=329416.0

Please feel free to start chatting and whatnot. I'll be around for questions, I hope

[Chaosfox]

Doing Yard work today but will put up a cahracter soon... question though where do you want us to submit the character?

[MyttraDW]

Doing Yard work today but will put up a cahracter soon... question though where do you want us to submit the character?

If you'd PM me the sheet first I'd appreciate it, and once approved the OOC should be fine I guess?

[Gremgoblin]

Gonna go ahead and declare my interest so far! Will get to work on a character later.

[MyttraDW]

Gonna go ahead and declare my interest so far! Will get to work on a character later.

Yay to hear!

By the way, I forgot to say this apparently, but I'm hoping to make this a more light-hearted and fun RP, rather than super grimdark

[TheHangedOne]

So for the sheet; we are starting off needing to find a creature to bond with, yes? So do we include that portion, and have it be the monster we want to have, or do we leave that blank for the time being?

[MyttraDW]

So for the sheet; we are starting off needing to find a creature to bond with, yes? So do we include that portion, and have it be the monster we want to have, or do we leave that blank for the time being?

Feel free to start asking questions in the OOC!

But you are including the monster that your character will bond with, since it won't be too long anyway

[TheHangedOne]

And just like that, llewelyn the feline loving archer, has been created. 

[MyttraDW]

And just like that, llewelyn the feline loving archer, has been created. 

Good to meet him! Which reminds me, we can talk about how our characters think about one another, I think, since they would have been teamed for a bit already. Least that's how I see it, unless it would be better to have the team be totally new

[TheHangedOne]

Good to meet him! Which reminds me, we can talk about how our characters think about one another, I think, since they would have been teamed for a bit already. Least that's how I see it, unless it would be better to have the team be totally new

Hmm. I could go either way, so I'll wait and see what other players we can get, and what their opinion is.