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If you don't mind, please put your key character information, moves, bonds, gear, and Faction standing in your profile.
You can take a look at my "Hegh" alias for an example if you haven't done this before.
Bone'ead, I took a brief look at your PM but I haven't had time to read it in full. I will.
All good. It's quite a bit of reading. Something that happens when I get bored and Ideas get pushed together in my head :P
Can you open a gameplay thread too so I can track everything?
Can you open a gameplay thread too so I can track everything?
Opened.
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This one has filled out all biographic details to the limit of current expository status. Awaiting completion of star chart updates and ship manifest to execute relational Bonding protocol.
You have to post in Gameplay for that.
Ok, I'll create the ex-ruling elite of Cinnar as soon as I can. What happened to Earth in all of this?
Oo oo can we leave it to chance?
Possibilities:
A hubworld and neutral ground
A barren wasteland
Totally destroyed
Lost after an exodus
Won't exist for a long time
A nature presurve
A constant religious battleground
Disappeared long ago
Any other ideas?
Hey, finishing the faction stuff, should have it by tomorrow. My son now has a yeast infection from antibiotics for ear infection ):
Random chance on what happened to Earth is fine with me.
Also for those who have not yet built characters, the Class Warfare supplement lets you build some pretty unique and varied classes. I'd recommend it.
Anyone that would like to RP in the game thread while we get a sense of who your group is and what you are doing is welcome. You are on your ship on a mission of some sort for one of the factions. Your ship is currently in riftspace (working title) traveling unbelievably fast outside of normal space. Sona has already started so feel free to tell us about how you spend these moments of relative quiet.
That said. Who are you? Traders? Mercenaries? Freedom fighters? Oppressors? Archeologists? Performers? Fugitives? Pirates? Soldiers? Diplomats? A bit of all or some? Doctors? Spies?
Honestly Sona is giving me a serious Dark Matter (TV show) vibe so far.
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So the violent diplomatic consortium is shaping up to be pirates in the mold of the Barbary Coast.
I think it would be a bit easier if we labeled ourselves as Traders, with a known habit of doing something extra on the side.
My (ex)-faction: A Polite Group of Like-Minded Individuals
The name is ridiculous, but APGLMI has stuck over the centuries. It’s gone through multiple names and faces, but in essence, they run planet Cinnar and the system as a whole. They ran planet Cinnar. The combined wealth of their members is, that is, was, a significant portion of the entire value of the system itself. They ran governments, terrorist organisations, big business, the media, the unions, more or less everything. They let some things slide to maintain the façade, but stopped anything from really impacting on the livelihood of the majority. Lining their pockets on the way, of course. Each was first among equals, like-minded partners who sought to push Cinnar on it’s way to prosperity, with each member having a particular facet of the system they controlled. Rejuvenation pushing their lifespans into the hundreds of years, a network of contacts, and a large flow of ready cash kept everything ticking along under their control. Benevolent, of course.
It fell apart when one became disillusioned with the scheme and revealed their presence to the general public. They believed that the people of Cinnar had matured enough under their care to choose their own destiny.
They were the first against the wall. No one remembers their name, as the final revenge of the remaining members was to wipe them from the records of every society in their reach.
Of course, the Kvothan Protectorate tells the story differently. Who knows what actually happened in the brutal war of independence. Either way, APGLMI lost. It’s yet to be determined if the Kvothan Protectorate won.
Yeah. "Traders". Completely legitimate. No shady business at all.
None. Zero. Nada. Nil.
...We'll accept cash.
Traders sounds good to me. I fell in with this group out of fascination for all the alien tech they had gathered in one place. The fact that they looked like they had seen some action helped my decision.
This is Mooshy's elven child prodigy character, Jamee Lestrade. He's a boy, despite his somewhat girlish looks, and very defensive about it. The dome you see over his head is the VR helmet that allows him 360-degree vision around his ranger-bot.
During moments of quiet, Jamee would be using Blast-O-Tron to explore the ship while staying within the safety and privacy of his room. Jamee is agoraphobic, rarely wishing to leave the confines of his own personal space, but his ranger-bot helps him to overcome that. When he speaks through the robot, he uses a voice modulator to make it sound deeper and (he thinks) more imposing. Still, genius though he is, he's still a kid, and it comes through in the way he talks sometimes.
Bone'ead would probabbly be confused by the idea that Blast-O-Bot is controlled by Jamee. He'll probabbly think "Blasto" is just another "Tin-man" who can walk and talk just like BunkR. Complex ideas like "VR" and "Remote control" are beyond his simple mind!
Also, Bone'ead will have nicknames for all of you, so it's easier for him to remember.
BunR = "Tooo-Brrrrr"
Sona = "Sona/Lil 'un"
Blast-O-Tron = "Blasto"
Ilztzaer = "Spidy"
Jamee = "Jamee/ Other Lil 'un"
I'll come up with more as needed :P
I need to install a tuba, in honor of that name.
MCKhaos, what do I use for fuel? And how much of it do I start with?
I need to install a tuba, in honor of that name.
MCKhaos, what do I use for fuel? And how much of it do I start with?
I don't know, what do you use for fuel?
Hm, lets see. Fusion cores and childrens tears. And yoga.
The warranty on this unit has long been voided.
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The fusion cores of the Theta legionaries can be fed a saline solution to loosen tight joints and maintain a proper PH level in the osmosis membranes within the artificial cortex. The servos also recycle gravitational forces during sustained precarious positions to charge our Nero-Lithium batteries.
So yes, childrens' tears and yoga.
Wow. Anything is possible in Dungeon Planet XD
All of this ^ ? Now canon.
So, here be some background on The Space Ogre Species, and Home Planet. Sorry if it's an eyeful, I had alot of time on my hands waiting for Fallout <.<
Space Ogre Homeworld - IP19114 "The Great Green" by indigious population.
Orbital Radius- 1.5 AU
Temperature - low 77 degress fahrenheit high 110
Population - 50,000 - 100,000 Ogres (est) Unknown number of T.E.R.R.A Employees/Miners.
Gravity - 0.7 G
Intellectually, most would consider Ogres little more then dumb brutes. They tend to be confused easily, and Ogre speech is limited for the most part to grunts and acts of casual violence upon eachother. However, Psychologist's theorize that Ogre have evolved to focus more on survival then anything else, due to the harsh and dangerous nature of their world. For protections, Ogres tend to gather into small tribes of no more then 20 individuals, with an "Alpha" Ogre at it's head. Day to day life of the average Ogre is spent feeding their progidous appetites, with your average Ogre easily being able to devour their body weight in food per day. This desire to eat manifests itself culturally as well, with "Cooks" being quite respected members of Ogre clans, and grand feasts are held without rhyme or reason. Ogres are entirely sexless individuals, who reproduce via a strange process known as "Budding". A large growth or "Bud" Grows out of the skin and drops onto the ground, where it is usually ignored by the "parent" Ogre. If the bud is not devoured by local wildlife, or by another Ogre, the Bud will eventually grow into a fully developed Ogre after a period of 7 weeks.
Physiologically, Ogres present a fascinating and curious biology that continues to astound and confuse Biologists. Genetically, Ogres seems to be a a hybrid mixture of mammalian and fungal DNA. Strangely, both sets of DNA seems to compliment eachother, forming a tough and resilient species. An example of this is found when comparing an Ogre to a human. It appears that the fungus allows the Ogre's body to negate the use of complex internal organs, the immune system and the reproductive anatomy. The fungus therefore allows the Ogre to reduce the number of potentially fatal injuries possible, further improving their survivability. The Ogre's animal side however suggests a primitive pack-based omnivorous growth pattern; the Ogres relying on each other to hunt for food etc, in order to feed their enormous appetites. Ogre's digestive system is highly efficient, with an unusually powerful stomach acid that seems to grow stronger with age, and an ability to convert digested meat into energy that is then used to heal the Ogre of whatever wounds it may have gathered, thus furthering the species ability to survive on it's harsh planet. Waste is desposed excreted via skin pores, leading Ogres to develop the stench follows them. It is The most interesting feature however, is the lack of any sign for any evolution or evolutionary process. This indicates that the Ogres may have been created, or grown, as a result of highly advanced biological engineering, or magical enhancment.
The Ogre natives also seem to worship a semi-sentient worm like creature whom they identify as "The Great Maw". Whole Ogres do not allow outsiders near the creature, aerial observation has shown the creature to be a enormous circular crater the size of an inland sea filled with ridge upon ridge of jagged teeth and rippling, convulsing muscles that stretched down and down into nothingness; a gullet so huge it could swallow a battleship whole, with lashing tentacles of various sizing wriggling out and attempting to snatch and devour any creature that comes forth. The "Maw" seems to exhale a toxic fume that, due to Ogres unique Physiology, bothers them none in the least. Ogres travel from far and wide to pay homage to this Great Maw, bellowing what can be assumed to be prayers. Occasionally, the Great Maw will grab an Ogre with one of it's tentacles and and drag the Ogre down to be devoured. Ogres seem to be ambivalent to the fare of those those devoured by the Maw. Ogres also claim the Maw is able to "Head-speak" into those Ogre near it, in order to answer prayers or express it's will.
The Association of Silence scientists were the first to suggest that Ogres were a created race, and eagerly wish to get ahold of Ogre's in order to conduct further experiments/vivisections. It is their belief that such research may hold further clues in their search for the illusive Merlinial Bozon. However, due to Ogres unique Physiology, This has proven difficult, as after death Ogres putrify rapidy, with the corpse becoming nothing more then a pile of green sludge in a matter of hours. Luring an Orgre off planet with food is also difficult, as the race as a whole seems to suffer claustrophobia, and do not willingly enter confined spaces, and tend to only endure for a small perios of time. (SEE: Subject BONE'EAD ROTGUT for further details) The Silence also desires to enter the Pyramid structures scattered throughout the planet. They Theorize that these "Old 'Uns" The Ogres speak of may actually be a creator race, and that entering the structures may reveal knowledge that would grant them great power, for surley a species that is able to create a race as biologically complex as the Ogres would be familiar with the Merlinial Bozon. However, with the Ogre Tribes ties with T.E.R.R.A, they do not wish to reveal to that there may be more to the planet then Ores and Minerals., and the difficulty of getting past the Flora/Fauna of the planet itself, in addition the defences the Pyramids themselves present, no overt attempts have been attempted, and more sublte attempts have failed miserably. T.E.R.R.A itself has displayed no more the a cursory interest of the pyramids, as they know that attempts to disturb them seem to send the Ogres into a rumbling rage that no amount of Food can satisfy, and would rather keep their loyal, if dumb workforce as happy and productive as possible.
"mixture of mammalian and fungal DNA"
You had me at that. Loved the whole thing, but the science was mint. So, basically, Ogres are semi-sentient ultra-violent lichen?
Basically. It helps em survive on a world where being a strong 7 fot tall brute means you are still on the lower end of the totem pole!
You realize that this means that if you die I have "a matter of hours" to revive you.
Excellent write up. Lovely.
Im going to be going over the recruitment thread later, but thought id pop in with my initial idea for what I want to play, make sure im not stepping on toes.
My first thought was a scientist and/or doctor, probably a boring old human late thirties to mid forties, with an addiction problem. Im thinking simply alcohol, both for potential humor and so as to not make it an overly bothersome trait (You can still fight while drunk. Drugged up, probably not so much)
He will have a bit of an apathetic world view, though he values the companionship of his crewmates highly (Even if he rarely admits it) Im thinking it would be fun to play him as a rough and tumble warrior, who likes to get into melee when he has the option, and probably augments himself with drugs (non-addictive). He is a doctor with all the sworn oaths that come with it, but tends to see it as far more effective to remove the harmful elements instead of waiting around to heal the damage they inflict.
He was probably a bit gentler and more optimistic in his early life. Right now im thinking he is the classic war vet who has seen some stuff and thats why he drinks.
This is all a bit vague, but thought id get it out there now so anyone who has a similar character already can tell me as much.
Cheers.
EDIT: Btw those ogres look ripe for a storyline about some organization weaponising them. 7 weeks for full grown 7 foot tall "super soldier"? Jackpot!
What class were you thinking of playing Ironside? The Medic class seems lik something that would match what your describing, if you added the Dungeon Planet Scientist moves along with it
I am going to crash. 2BR has shut down, feel free to drag him around or whatever till I (and he) wakes up.
You could be our "Earthling" the class looks like a mix of Bard and Paladin. It would be a fin fit for the party and gives you a lot of wiggle room for customization and adaptation.
By the way, Earth...
Is treated by the sector as a nature preserve. Only the Space-Amish live there, tending hypercattle and planting supercorn in harmony with nature. It has been a long road of recovery, but Earth is a lush, verdant planet, stripped of every mineral key to digital technology. Its looked at by most the same way we now look at Amish country. They probably build and export very nice walnut cases for food-vends.
Space-Amish! HA! That's great!
That's a pleasant future for Earth. Good. :)
Would you all prefer an NPC captain of your ship, or to name a PC as captain? Intraparty power hierarchies sometimes pose problems.
I certainly don't want the job. My character's more of a mechanic, if anything. Just leave me be and let me continue modding my killer ranger-bot and hawk! :)
I don't know whether NPC or PC should take on the role! I'm conflicted. Either could be fun.
On the one hand, I'm sure folks know better then to let Bone'ead be captain of a ship. He would not know what to do! But then again, perhaps him being the captain of a ship would lead to hilarious times.
Overall, I'm down for whatever
For the record, the NPC captain would be Captain Ron Buccanero, swashbuckler, scoundrel, outlaw, Don Juan, and Owlbear.
an OWLBEAR?! I VOTE OWLBEAR
Avast me 'earties! Be carful, thar be danger in t' rift!
Something like this...
Done
I think we are about ready to start in earnest. However, I have a series of questions that need answering:
@Jamee - What is the name of your ship?
@Rotgut - What type of cargo are you carrying? Does it belong to a particular faction, or is this your own cargo?
@Sona - What other faction would be interested in your cargo?
@2BR - What was your last port of call? What is your destination?
I believe you currently have an upgraded Merchant Ship:
MERCHANT SHIP Fast, Voracious Engines
Laser Cannon (1d8 damage) Near, Far
Torpedo Launcher (best 2d8, Near
12 HP, 1 Armor
As long as commerce between worlds exists there will be
merchants, and merchants who buy and sell amongst the worlds
require ships to travel. A merchant ship is primarily devoted to its
storage capacity.
-- Cargo Bay
-- Jump Drive
-- Sensor Array
-- Tractor Beam
-- Military Engineering (12 HP)
-- Torpedo Launcher
-- Laser Cannons
If you haven't selected your starting standings and put them in your profile, please do so.
Here are the starting Bonds I've written. Let me know if I should change one:
As an older model, I must protect and respect BunkR BustR.
[REDACTED] Jamee Lestrad [REDACTED].
Computer illiteracy is a terrible affliction for Bone'ead Rotgut to suffer. I mush show him the ways of Encarta, Mother of Data.
Ilztzaer knows where something amazing is hidden. They must show us!
<Dr. Drinky> is distrustful of machines. I will prove their value.
[REDACTED] Jamee Lestrade [REDACTED].
I...uh....
As to your question, MCKhaos, the ship's called Lucky Sixes, because that's all we're going to roll on this campaign!
Faction standing (which will go in my profile once I get around to updating it all):
Good standing with the Kvothan Protectorate; my late parents were recognized for being excellent pilots in the Space Armada.
TERRIBLE standing with T.E.R.R.A. because prior to my association with this group, I staged a one-robot raid on a merchant convoy carrying important AI Android hardware belonging to T.E.R.R.A.'s android CFO.
So if there is anyone opposed to Cap'n Bucanero, speak now or forever hold your peace.
There is a great deal of useful information on the Campaign Info page.
[REDACTED] Jamee Lestrade [REDACTED].I...uh....
As to your question, MCKhaos, the ship's called Lucky Sixes, because that's all we're going to roll on this campaign!
Faction standing (which will go in my profile once I get around to updating it all):
Good standing with the Kvothan Protectorate; my late parents were recognized for being excellent pilots in the Space Armada.
TERRIBLE standing with T.E.R.R.A. because prior to my association with this group, I staged a one-robot raid on a merchant convoy carrying important AI Android hardware belonging to T.E.R.R.A.'s android CFO.
Ship name: Snake Eyes ... Got it.
I've got good standing with Theta, simply because I've got all the old codes (it's an older code sir, but it checks out). I'm in bad standing with Lodestar and the Protectorate due to an... Incident... Involving the two of them.
Also, I have left one of my bonds open, because I haven't specifically been programmed to help anybody. Murder, yes, assistance, no. Yay for free will!
I read something about a torpedo launcher. Do we have one of those? Can we get one? If we do, would it be able to fire a moderately sized android with any degree of accuracy?
I...uh...
[REDACTED] Jamee Lestrade [REDACTED].
That's strange... I'm sure it's- it's- it's nothing.
I read something about a torpedo launcher. Do we have one of those? Can we get one? If we do, would it be able to fire a moderately sized android with any degree of accuracy?
You do. It is.
We of steel will take the engineering bay. It will take a steady hand to deliver such a vital payload.