Pokemon Gijinka Sandbox Game [Interest Check]

[PentheWonderful]

So if anyone has taken  a read of my concept idea,  I would love some feed back.

I like this idea!

I'm gonna go ahead and plant a flag here along with what I think I'm gonna be going with.......

Mightyena

I like this idea too >u>

[indarkestknight]

Veered away from the Sirfetch'd idea, currently playing with a genderfluid Zoroark idea that cloaks themself in other identities, the main ones being Delinquent Town's premier information broker (an Ariados, maybe?) who happens to run a bath house, and an independent detective (Pikachu, naturally) who runs a detective agency outside Delinquent Town.

Still looking for FCs I like, but also looking for people who'd be interested in being
• bodyguard/s for the information broker
• informants for the information broker
• clients for the information broker
• bathhouse employees
• a detective agency partner (think Watson from Elementary or Sally Kimball from Encyclopedia Brown)
• secretary for the detective agency
• clients for the detective agency
• ... and of course sexual/romantic entanglements! (Hey, they can be anyone you want them to be...)

Knew I forgot something! If any normies non-Mistypes would like to be the Lestrade to Detective Zoroark "Pikachu"'s Sherlock, that's also a dynamic I'd be interested in!

[Avernale]

The other is a Decidueye, and the de-facto ruler of the Mistype Slums. He's a benevolent ruler, for the most part, focusing mainly on keeping stability and protecting his people as best he can...though that does include some illegal mafia-type dealings on occasion. People often refer to him colloquially as "The Mayor."

If he rules from the shadows, would that make him the Night Mayor?

[Heartsink]

I'm aware there is no character sheet format and that this is still an interest check thread, but here's my character so far (subject to changes):

Cubone WIP

Cubone (WIP)

Name: Enrique "Quique" / "QQ" / "Momma's Boy" Zola
Age: 18
Gender: Cis Male
Height: 6'2" (1.88 m)
Weight: 190 lbs (86 kg)
Hair: Brown, longer on top and shorter on the sides
Eyes: Silver

Type: Ground
Species: Cubone/Marowak
Status: Minor nobility
Description: He has two tiny horns on his head which usually spike through his hair and visible as such. He also has fangs, both features characteristic of his species. He always wears makeup of a skull in public to honor his deceased mother.
Face Claims: N/A and Oh Sangwoo, adult in his 20s

Sexuality: Heterosexual

Personality:
+ Independent
+ Courageous
+ Gentle
- Asocial
- Sorrowful
- Emotional

Likes: Lying on a grassy patch and staring at the clouds, silence, art, smoking from his bone pipe, short conversations, cuddles
Dislikes: Being in social situations, dealing with his family, people mocking him, chatty people, heights, rain

Abilities (same as pokemon):
1. Rock Head
2. Lightning Rod
3. Battle Armor

History:

¬ Coat of arms of the Zola family

The Zola family is a noble house sworn to MAJOR HOUSE. Their primary residence lies at the Castle of Bones in TOWN. The current head of the house is Fernando Zola, Quique's uncle. The family's coat of arms portray a Cubone/Marowak skull inside a blood-colored shield, over which lies a silver helmet of knighthood, with a zebra and Cubone/Marowak man as supporters. The shield is surrounded by a golden collar granted by the royal family, while green branches and leaves act as compartment.

¬ Castle of Bones in TOWN

Quique grew up in a loving environment thanks to the impeccable care of his mother. She always seemed to have the right words and touch to make all his worries vanish instantly. His father was notably harsher but tolerable, epitomizing the Zola family in manliness, strictness and success. As a high ranking figure in the country's Land Forces, his father was rarely at home but did oversee his children's education. Indeed, Quique had a thorough education befitting his status as minor nobility, developing a keen interest in other types and their abilities, as well as improving his own. In his childhood he was known as a cheerful kid with great promises.

However, he hasn't been the same since his mother passed away two years ago. She was brutally murdered by a Mistype, or so was Quique told, as blaming them was the easiest way to 'solve' the case but Quique was not convinced. In fact, he is still investigating her death and suspects the culprit is part of the family. Still mourning his mother's death daily, he wears traditional makeup of a skull to honor her and cries very easily when remembering her. He has vowed to himself he would wear the skull makeup everyday until he finds out who murdered his mother.

His family treats him as a black sheep, his father disapproving of what he perceives as 'excessive mourning' and behavior not befitting a Zola man. Quique's father calls him a Momma's Boy and mocks him regularly when he catches him crying. Because of that, his father is at the top of his list of suspects. Pressurized by his family to 'move on' and do something with his life, Quique joined the royal guard upon turning 18 in order to have an income and gain access to places he normally wouldn't be allowed in for his investigation. As a new recruit, he falls under the command of Lieutenant PERSON of the Land Division of the Royal Guard.

Family members:
Antonio Zola - Father - Colonel in the Land Forces
Marisol Zola - Mother - Murdered
Fernando Zola - Uncle - Patriarch of the family
POTENTIAL SIBLINGS AND COUSINS

[PentheWonderful]

Lol @Heartsink, I'm glad to see the enthusiasm.

[Heartsink]

Lol @Heartsink, I'm glad to see the enthusiasm.

I make characters quickly otherwise I lose the ideas

[Vergil Tanner]

Just so everybody knows, we plan on posting Recruitment at the weekend, when we each have time to make a shiny thread! <3

[Pink Professional]

The One in Eight-Thousand Recruitment thread shall be well worth the wait.

[Kissa]

What is the hierarchy of the nobles? Meaning duke, marquess, count, earl, viscount, baron and such. Asking so I could figure out what my Ninetales is.

Are there other (unaccepted) gods in the rp so there could exist secret societies/cults?

[Marie Reynolds]

Hmm, Vergil I will need to think on her views of crime syndicates. How does he operate entirely ruthless with no regard for life. Does he have strict rules and guidelines about force and prefers to use subtle more social intimidation tactics. How would he take to a Merchant Prince type. Offering legitimate work and working to try and better the living conditions of the People in Mistype town.

[Zadaris]

I would like to tentatively throw my hat in the ring; your idea is really intriguing and the vastness of the Pokémon cast does make for some genuinely diverse groups.

Should I jump on board I think I'll play as Zangoose, Tropius and maybe Tyranitar, if multiple characters are ok? Just looking for a good image for the latter.

[Sukada]

I’m definitely interested, it’s a really unique idea.

How does a Metagross sound? Not sure where he would rank in the civilization but he’s always been my favorite type of Pokémon.

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[InnocentSynn]

So after a bit of thinking, I'm realizing that my character would be an excellent fit for an enforcer type in a gang......any takers?

[Cuttlephobia]

Contemplating possibilities for a non-Mistype. Frontrunner is currently Druddigon.

[PentheWonderful]

What is the hierarchy of the nobles? Meaning duke, marquess, count, earl, viscount, baron and such. Asking so I could figure out what my Ninetales is.

Are there other (unaccepted) gods in the rp so there could exist secret societies/cults?

We're still trying to work out the details of just how big our kingdom is, and how the logistics of it works, so we'll have to get back to you on that.

But, there are definitely other gods in the world (the legendaries) worshipped in different kingdoms.

I would like to tentatively throw my hat in the ring; your idea is really intriguing and the vastness of the Pokémon cast does make for some genuinely diverse groups.

Should I jump on board I think I'll play as Zangoose, Tropius and maybe Tyranitar, if multiple characters are ok? Just looking for a good image for the latter.

Multiple characters are A-OK and those ideas sound cool!

So after a bit of thinking, I'm realizing that my character would be an excellent fit for an enforcer type in a gang......any takers?

I shall refer you to @Vergil Tanner's Mafia Boss character

Contemplating possibilities for a non-Mistype. Frontrunner is currently Druddigon.

He looks fun

[Vergil Tanner]

What is the hierarchy of the nobles? Meaning duke, marquess, count, earl, viscount, baron and such. Asking so I could figure out what my Ninetales is.

Are there other (unaccepted) gods in the rp so there could exist secret societies/cults?

Ok, so! Sorry for the delay, we needed to hammer that out!

What we're thinking right now is that the country of Xernia is made up of the capital city, five other major cities and a number of villages and towns sprinkled around, right? So you have four main ranks of "Nobility."

1) The Royal Family is up at the top, in charge. They rule over the capital city directly, which is split into the Palace, Castle-Town outside of that, then between the inner and outer walls sits Midtown (where the wealthy-but-not-noble and "Normal" people live), then outside of the main walls sits Delinquent Town, where all the Mistypes are. Then there are some farms and stuff further out.

2) The Dukes. There are five dukes each ruling a "Dukedom" that consists of one of the other five major cities and the surrounding land, towns and villages.

3) Each Dukedom is split into four "Marqettes," which are each ruled by a Marquiss. The Marquiss rules from a "Regional Capital" Town, and oversees the nearby villages, the number depending on the area.

4) Each Marqette is split into four Baronies, each ruled by a Baron, who are in charge of looking after a quarter of the Marqette's towns directly.


So it goes, bottom to top,

Barons: Currently 80
Marquesses: Currently 20
Dukes: Currently 5

If you wanna be a Baron or a Marquess, they're generally ok to go for, but you'll need to ask the GMs (us!) if you wanna make a Duke, since it's such an exclusive title that carries a lot of weight behind it!

Hmm, Vergil I will need to think on her views of crime syndicates. How does he operate entirely ruthless with no regard for life. Does he have strict rules and guidelines about force and prefers to use subtle more social intimidation tactics. How would he take to a Merchant Prince type. Offering legitimate work and working to try and better the living conditions of the People in Mistype town.

Oh no, he is ruthless and brutal when he needs to be - I mean, how do you think he conquered Delinquent Town from the dozens of street gangs fighting over it? - but that's the key word; when he NEEDS to be. He's generally genial and affable enough and prefers to use "Soft Power" to keep stability. He cares about the people living in the slums, and genuinely wants to make their lives better. He has strict rules he enforces and standards he maintains, and his number one goal is to keep people happy and safe, or at least, as much as they can be given the circumstances. He is capable of being ruthless and violent, but it is always his last resort.

As far as a "Merchant Prince," well, that would depend entirely on what you mean. Is he trying to supplant power and cause division? Is he looking to take over, enrich himself off the back of the people in the slums who have almost nothing to their names? Etc etc. He doesn't much care about wealth, he cares about his word and intention. If he means harm, he's not welcome. If he wants to help and isn't condescendingly assuming he knows people's problems than they do, then...there's space for a working relationship.

So after a bit of thinking, I'm realizing that my character would be an excellent fit for an enforcer type in a gang......any takers?

*Gets pointed to*
*Waves!*

[Vergil Tanner]

Updated Reserved List!

Liepard
Leafeon
Corviknight
Decidueye
Galarian Rapidash
Flareon
Jolteon
Pyroar
Gardevoir & Gallade
Galvantula
Sneasel
Cubone
Houndoom
Alolan Ninetales
Arcanine
Dragalge
Absol
Staraptor
Salazzle
Umbreon
Gengar
Scolipede
Zoroarc
Mightyena
Zangoose
Tropius
Tyranitar
Metagross
Druddigon

[Vergil Tanner]

I would like to tentatively throw my hat in the ring; your idea is really intriguing and the vastness of the Pokémon cast does make for some genuinely diverse groups.

Should I jump on board I think I'll play as Zangoose, Tropius and maybe Tyranitar, if multiple characters are ok? Just looking for a good image for the latter.

I found a couple of options for Tyranitar!

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I dunno, that's all I could find xD

[Chaosfox]

Crensler and I were talking (a couple of days or so ago) and thinking that are gardevoir and gallade where  born to a noble family and both of them joined the ranks of the knights.  For my salazzel Im thinking she could be the head of one of  the small gangs (she looks like a  leader right?). Or  some thing of an independent  criminal who has a  few groupies that like to follow her around at times. The Groupies would be like  3 or 4 salandint that like to follow here around.  I mean she looks fun right?  Im sorry but I think out of all the  ginjika I have ever  found this is one of the best also one of my all time favorite Pokemon.  Or third option she could work directly for the Decidueye Im thinking if that is the case  she is some kind of enforcer or  works for the spy master...no matter what I do with her I think Im going to have her have the salandit groupies.... just kind of seems appropriate. 

[Vergil Tanner]

There are some delicious Salazzle Gijinka pictures xD She is rather popular as a subject, though I have no idea why....

If she's an independent or the head of a small-time street gang, she's obviously have to step lightly to avoid raising the ire of Dimitrius. It's possible, and he does allow smaller gangs to run operations as long as they aren't too brazen or threaten the stability of DT (since stamping out crime entirely, even as a crimelord, is next to impossible). So a small time crimelady who has big aspirations could be fun.
Or as you say, she could be an enforcer for either him or his spymaster, which would also work! He needs his agents, after all! Though for a woman used to *cough* lots of male attention, he might prove to be more "unimpressed" with her than she's comfortable with Or hell...is he?

I dunno, spitballing. Point is, pretty much whatever you wanna do, we can make work! Just let me know if you want her being independent, or part of his network and Dimitrius can definitely find a place for her

[Chaosfox]

I just said she might have groupies I did not say she liked it I was thinking it more of they are annoying pest  that seem to follow her around  when they  see her... till she  tells them to scram in not so nice tones. I mean think about it she is their  evolved form which they cant achieve. Shes like  a goddess (of course  they  could be a bit  gag over any salazzel they see so that could be  another reason they are not always around her)

[Vergil Tanner]

I mean, it fits the lore too! Salandits go a bit mental over their "Sazz Queen"

[Pink Professional]

The Sal-lads like to bend the knee for their queen.

I have to pick what level of Nobility the Absol Misfit was born to. Any preference from the GMs?

[Vergil Tanner]

Hmmm. For the moment, leave the Dukes alone. If you have a particularly juicy idea, let us know! But in general, stick to Barons and Marquesses for now. ^_^

[Chaosfox]

Well she is hardly the only Salazzel but given they are rare..... (I would assume even in this world they would still be rare)