Honor Guard (Interest Check/OOC)

[Xavier Akafur]

This is a bit more experimental than my other threads, in the sense that I typically avoid the premade-group scenario. However, the story i have in mind requires some group cooperation beyond a ragtag bunch of scoundrels, I want to give it a go! I need one player per position (listed below), myself filling a spot as well (I'll take whatever spot needs filled).
That being said the aim for this thread is a one-off story, unless I get requests to continue after the fact. ^^


TL;DR
Setting: Fantasy + (sword and sorcery with minor steampunk and hextech elements)
Plot: A small close-knit group of 'mercenaries' is hired to retrieve a stolen heirloom from a rival nation.
Location: World of Ainor- island nations of Malui.
# of Players: 4-6

Ralashen, the prosperous capital dominating the westernmost region of Druinwer, the largest island-nation of Malui. A bustling market and booming economy, the center of the region's wealth and trade. The coastal city hosts denizens from far and wide, taking in all who seek shelter, whether from hostile governments, poverty or the law. Many mercenaries, explorers and heroes walk the streets of Ralashen on any given day. Most are not there to stay, as the city sits as the best stopping point for any sea-faring vessels heading in or out of the Central Sea.Some call it a pirate city, a nest of vagabonds and thieves, but those that live there simply call it home.


It is the day after one of the regions greatest and most honored celebrations, the Festival of Serpents. Nobles come from all over, many from distant lands, to witness the magical lights and dancers, and to sample some of the finest food money can buy. This day is often called Serpent's Slumber by the locals, as everyone recovers from what seems like a city-wide hangover. So it comes as a curiosity when the royal guard are marching through the street, especially when they bypass the noble courts and merchant stalls, heading for the taverns and brothels down by the docks.


They pause their march in front of a door set it what appears to be a renovated tavern. A sign hanging over the door reads, in a somewhat crooked font Honor Guard. The captain of the regiment steps up to the door and bangs none too quietly, earning not just one, but several loud groans from inside... and a few neighboring buildings. The man shifts uncomfortably for a moment before the door opens slowly, revealing the band of people within. The guard clears his throat. "By royal decree, the Honor Guard is hereby summoned to the castle for an audience with the King, effective immediately." In a lower voice he adds. "The Smaragdus Solis went missing last night during the festivities."


The Smaragdus, as everyone local to the town knows, is an emerald gem the size of a fist. It is said to be worth as much as the castle itself, and have some sort of mysterious magical properties.

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Honor Guard, a little known but well-liked bunch of ex-soldiers, mercenaries and specialists. They have a reputation around the darker sides of the city, and the poorer folk, that if you need something done they are the bunch to go to. They don't come cheap, but often are willing to strike a deal if you lack the coin. The name is something of a joke, one that nobody ever really knows the punch-like to, and questions about it are met with half-hearted laughs and shrugs.

Roles || Names listed by order of preference.
Leader:
Infiltration/Recon: Mort / Sandor(?)
Strategist: Sandor
Door Kicker: Mort(?)
Door Kicker #2 (optional):
Other (optional): Jacob Hail (Medic)




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Character Sheet Template


Name:
Age:
Species:
Gender:
Class (Or general combat style):

Description:

History:

Noteworthy gear (Any magical items or trinkets):

Abilities(Magic/weapon abilities):

Noteworthy skills:

Flaws or Weaknesses:

[Jacob Hail]

As an other class, if its alright with you, could I be a medic?

[Goblin Cat 😸]

I can jump on this as recon or a door kicker.

[Xavier Akafur]

Jacob: Yeah, totally. I did not specify a medic or healer because I did not want to limit anyone to that single job title. However, if that's the type of character you would want to play then by all means


Mort: Awesome. Do you have a preference?



Name: Wyren Derignior
Age: 29
Species: Hare
Gender: Male
Class (Or general combat style): Swashbuckler-ishRole: Leader

Description: This rough-looking lapine stands at a modest 5'8" and often wears a neutral expression on his face. His ears, nicked several times each on either side, add another full foot to his height, making him appear much taller than he really is. His fur is a tan-brown color, grey and black furs adding highlights to the coloration and giving his a ragged appearance as they jut out at varying lengths. He has a single visible eye, bright blue in color, that is unstintingly focused, often taken to staring at whatever he is currently paying attention to. His right eye is covered by a semi-ornate eyepatch, the black leather having small red swirls dyed into the material. His build is lean, though for a hare he is fairly sturdy in appearance. His torso is often covered in a simple tunic of some sort, usually a plain fabric of brown or white. Over this he wears a heavy crimson coat that falls down to his knees in the back and is often left open in the front. the sleeves of the coat are ripped and torn halfway to the elbow, revealing the lapine's lean-muscled arms. A leather strap cuts across his chest diagonally, holding sword belt in place that runs around his waist. An ornate rapier hangs at rest in a sheath on his left side, while a trio of single-shot pistols is visible on his right. He typically wears a pair of well-fitted brown canvas pants that reach down near his ankles, the shape of his thick legs visible beneath.

History: Little is publicly known about Wyren. Due to his appearance most assume his is a former pirate of some description, though none have been able to confirm as much. In truth he is an estranged noble from a distant land, who failed his country during a time of war, attempting to make peace with an invading nation only to be taken prisoner and forced to wait, helpless, in their dungeons as they destroyed his homeland. He was released some years later, but with no home to return to, he set to wandering the world and ended up here in Ralashen. The only person, even among the Honor Guard, who is aware of his past is Vex, who heard him mumbling names during a particularly bad fever-dream some months ago.

Noteworthy gear (Any magical items or trinkets): An ornate rapier, clearly designed in some foreign land for a large amount of coin. The guard of the rapier is elegantly twisted and warped strands of metal, the tips of which all eventually point towards a forward position and form a knuckle guard. The sheath for the rapier has a dagger tucked into the opposite side, which can be drawn by twisting the tip of the sheath.
Three single shot pistols, a skin of gunpowder, and a pocket full of lead balls. (He likes the oldschool guns, newer and better ones exist)

Abilities(Magic/weapon abilities): Wyren has a single magical ability that he calls Blink. beneath the eyepatch he wears, his right eye and the socket around it are covered in arcane symbols. He cannot see out of this eye, but when he closes it, it stops time for a single second. This ability can be used about every other second, but every time he uses the ability, any movement he makes while time is otherwise stopped expends a large amount of effort. He equates it to trying to swim in wet sand. To onlookers, it appears as if he can teleport ever so slightly, or moves with impossible speed. He often uses this ability to outmaneuver opponents and catch them off guard, saving it for when he is otherwise outmatched.
Noteworthy skills: Wyren is a trained and excellent sword fighter with his rapier. With heavier weapons he is modest at best, but generally relies on speed and accuracy more than strength.He is also a solid shot with his pistols, and using Blink he can take an extra moment to aim even in the thick of battle.Due to his lapine heritage he can jump pretty large distances, and is very quick on his feet.
Even with his rough appearance he somehow manages to have enough charisma to keep this little band together, so that's notable.
Flaws or Weaknesses: Wyren's Blink ability costs a huge amount of stamina to use effectively, so during hectic fights he can quickly wear himself out. He wears very little in the way of armor, relying on his leather coat for protection. He is touchy about his past, and holds a secret grudge against warlords and corrupt nobility, generally going out of his way to kill them if they cross his path.
Most notably, Wyren has a soft spot for women and children, and cannot resist requests from either in most scenarios.

[Goblin Cat 😸]

Not particularly! Though I may consider recon due to the fact that I'm a door kicker in most other RPs I'm in.

[Xavier Akafur]

This be true I have no idea who or what I'm gonig to play. I've resolved to make a new character just for this, so we'll see.

[Xavier Akafur]

Certainly. I'll update the roles table real quick with interested parties.


Done. I'll move the names around once people get a more solid idea of their character/role. I've also added a CS template to the main post.

[Goblin Cat 😸]

Name: Rigor Mortis
Age: ???
Species: Reptilian bastard child (Dragon/chameleon predominantly)
Gender: ???
Class (Or general combat style): Infiltration/Recon

Description: How about some images instead? Notable features include a scar across the neck, almost shaped like a grin and tattered wings that hang about them like a cloak.

History: Very little is known of Rigor's history. They are a wanderer that became stranded in Sigil, city of doors without a dimension to return to. They don't actively seek to return home, but they do often look for things to do to pass their time or entertain themselves for coin. It is thought that perhaps they are a dybbuk possessing a body of an unfortunate soul that passed.

Noteworthy gear (Any magical items or trinkets): None of interest.

Abilities(Magic/weapon abilities): Chameleon esque in nature, Rigor can disappear in plain sight. They also have a healing factor that makes them very durable and able to do unnatural things. They are dead in a sense, able to detach their own head from their shoulders.

Noteworthy skills: Like a typical rogue, they have all the skill sets of a thief and can be unusually charismatic at times.
Flaws or Weaknesses: Impulsive, not always a team player. Can be greedy and dishonest at times. Sensitive to cold/abilities that use ice.


Hope this works. I'll update it as I think of more.

[Xavier Akafur]

Should work just fine for a baseline. At least we kinda know who/what you're playing now xD

Post Merge: January 07, 2016, 08:28:26 PMShould work just fine for a baseline. At least we kinda know who/what you're playing now xD

[Naval]

Just a quick question, could I be a necromaner?

[Xavier Akafur]

Hmm, perhaps. If your character kept it under wraps I don't see why not. It's considered a dark art, but this group is a little on the shady side. The question follows then, which role would you be filling with a Necro?

[Naval]

I was thinking door kicker number two or the interrogator.

[Jacob Hail]

Name: Vex Farivin
Age: 27
Species: Fox
Gender: Female
Class: Medic (but think of her as more of a battlemage than a cleric)

Description: Vex is about 5'7 with a small muscular build, more toned and fit than bulky. Her fur is brownish orange, the common color for most foxes, with dark brown "socks" going up her arms and legs. Her eyes are green and her hair is dark brown, always styled up into a mohawk. The fox also carries and accent in her voice, some find it a bit weird how she pronounces some words.
Vex's outfit is one of a normal battle mage, consisting of grayish green robes underneath a steel chest plate and a sword in a scabbard across her back. She usually always has her hood up.

History: Coming Soon

Noteworthy Gear: A book of healing and other spells that revolve around health regeneration and protection. She also has a rare red crystal that hangs from a chain around her neck, supposedly used for resurrection purposes.

Abilities: Can perform nearly every spell in her book and a few others, ranging from health regeneration and fixing wounds, to creating protective magical barriers.

Noteworthy skills: A decently skilled mage, and can be a pretty good protecter given she has enough concentration to cast spells.

Flaws/weaknesses: Vex can have quite a loud mouth on her, making jokes and being overall sarcastic even in the worst of times, even more so when shes angry, which has gotten her into trouble more then once. Being a mage she is very prone to physical damage. Besides her chest which is covered in plate, the rest of her body is covered in robes, not giving to much protection from steel. And even though she carries a sword she'll be the first to tell you she isnt much good with it, and wouldnt last long in an upclose sword fight.

[Xavier Akafur]

Good job on the characters so far guys


Hopefully we can get one or two more people to fill up the roles. I may have to end up playing the leader of the group, though I was trying to avoid that. :p

[Xavier Akafur]

Edit: Moved Wyren's CS to the front page. Also, sorry for the slow build up on this one guys. Hopefully nobody minds, I want to establish some character elements and such before we launch into the thick of things, given that my character is brand new. I invite everyone else to do the same