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- !npc: jalin,
- *world jump: el minha,
- baccano!: firo prochainezo,
- eos10: ryan dalias,
- final fantasy xiv: alisaie leveilleur,
- final fantasy xiv: alphinaud leveilleur,
- final fantasy xv: gladiolus amicitia,
- final fantasy xv: noctis lucis caelum,
- final fantasy xv: prompto argentum,
- fullmetal alchemist: roy mustang,
- game of thrones: tyrion lannister,
- hannibal: abigail hobbs,
- hannibal: will graham,
- homestuck: dave strider,
- hunter x hunter: kite,
- mobile suit gundam: mcgillis fareed,
- nirvana in fire: consort jing,
- odd thomas series: jolie harmony,
- original character: daylight vis lornlit,
- original character: eliza aberdeen,
- original character: geir,
- original character: valerius reveri,
- persona 5: akira kurusu,
- persona 5: ann takamaki,
- supernatural: sam winchester,
- tales of zestiria: sorey,
- the heroic legend of arslan: narsus,
- the legend of heroes: rean schwarzer,
- tokyo xanadu: rion kugayama,
- voltron: takashi "shiro" shirogane
WORLD JUMP # 1: EL MINHA.
![]() ![]() welcome to el minha. It will happen at random- you could be asleep, or wandering the Temple, or a variety of other options. It will feel a little strange, like a sudden warmth spreading across your skin, and then your bracelet will light up and a semi-familiar voice will be heard. I hope you are able to help the people of El Minha! And oh- in case I didn't mention it already, water is very, very valuable here. And then you will blink, and it will be bright. Bright, and warm, as you are standing just inside the grand walls that protect the impressive city before you. At your hip there will be a small bag with a few bits of coin - nothing too crazy, and definitely not enough to last you the entire stay (which...you're not exactly sure how long it will be), but enough to get started. Your presence brings a couple of glances, a stare or two, but overall the city seems to continue on with its day. Welcome to the Red Desert, the city of El Minha. ![]() THE PALACE After a few hours of being within El Minha, the King has heard that a large amount of travelers are now wandering within the city limits. An audience is called in front of the Royal Palace, and King Kathashun steps out onto the dias. He is dressed rather plainly, for a monarch -- a purple robe, with some gold bangles and bracelets, but no ornate crown or anything like that. However, when he appears, the natives around you grow quiet, at the presence of their King. ![]() Welcome to the heart and soul of El Minha - a massive outdoor market in the center of the city. Covered by fabric stretched between the buildings, this market feels almost like a city, or living soul, in and of itself. It is constantly moving, constantly evolving. Anything you could imagine is for sale here - spices, jewelry, weapons - whatever you’re looking for, anything at all. While you won’t necessarily find specific items from your home, you can find any matter of similarly made or crafted ones. Think cheap knock-offs, or unnecessarily well-made versions, because they can vary widely. There can also be items of some level of magic, though nothing particularly strong or overly impressive. (feel free to ask the mods on the previous ooc post about if an item is too over-powered to be found in the market - and also know that there’s always the chance you could find it in the underground. It just depends on how determined you are to track it down.) Stalls can range from cobbled together boxes and goods to grand, incredible stands - it all depends on what you’re looking for, and how long you’re willing to look. There is no map here, so tread lightly! ![]() As the announcement from King Kathashun comes to an end, all members of the Circle will be communicated - in one way or another - the direction to the Sparkling Sapphire. Free housing, you’ve been told. All you have to do is go, give them your name, and let them know you are part of the group that King Kathashun has directed here. ![]() THE FIGHT RING The ring itself is somewhat on the outskirts of town - a colosseum-esque collection of buildings that watch over a pit-like arena. The buildings protect the Fighting Ring from any outside eyes, or any unwanted attention, as this area is solely under the command of The Syndicate. Anyone is allowed inside, as long as you don’t cause any problems and don’t start any trouble. There are a number of what you can assume are Syndicate-employed figures that are constantly canvasing the area as well, so don’t expect to be able to sneak in unless invited or allowed. ![]() The Golden Phoenix is the central location of the Syndicate . . . and locals will make absolutely no effort to hide that fact from the Circle members. However, people don't seem to be afraid to go, though you definitely need to have coin to get through the door. Additionally, please feel free to write up and work with your own prompts! These are presented as jumping off points for your characters, not limitations. The idea of this world- as with all the others- is to explore. There will be some NPCs interacting with characters as well, so keep an eye out for those as well! If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask them back on the mod questions thread back in the OOC post from before! From this point forward, the Circle has become involved with the political stasis and climate of El Minha. What your character finds out, decides, and does from here on out will affect the future of this city- one way or another! But what you do is completely up to you. What you discover, explore, and uncover in this city will be yours to discover, explore, and uncover. Who knows what you might find? :) |
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[He keeps an eye out for pick pockets but most of them have learned by now he's not an easy mark.]
I want to hear his perspective about the city.
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[It isn't a smartass question. It's genuine, with notes of curiosity and concern in it.]
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[He saw the question for what it is, simple curiosity. Shiro runs his thumb over the scar on his nose.]
It takes more than skill to be a Champion you need a reason to fight to stay on top. People feel that and are drawn to you.
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But he's also inclined to be biased, right? He's in a position where he isn't struggling and has a certain amount of respect. That's like asking a prefect if they like their school. They're in charge of stuff and have luxuries that other people don't.
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He will be biased, everyone is. But. A champion of a gladiator arena must struggle every day. Everyone will respect you but that only goes if you can keep the title. You have to defend it no matter how small the challenger. No matter how many.
You fight with everything you have every day with the knowledge at any point someone better than you might step forward. On top of challenges there is also your own training to keep up with. To stay on top takes a number of things and if you fall you’re forgotten the moment you lose.
[In his case, back in the Galra gladiator arena...it would have meant they finally took down the human that dared to survive. Finally crushed his life and all would be as it should be.]
I would have been against the Syndicate if that arena hadn’t been a voluntary and well regulated place.
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[But back to the original point.]
That's fair enough though, I guess he'd capture a cross section of a few different aspects.
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It's a good one. He breathes in and faces forward, eyes on the path ahead.]
Tyrants forge places to make anyone not of their kind lesser than them. An arena is the most effective I've seen to date. This arena is vastly different than the one was Champion of. No one dies and everyone signs up of their free will. Everyone is equal.
I'll hear them out just because of that. Whether they prove to be for good or ill, they are part of this city and people do respect them. I think finding out why is just as important as understanding the views of the people caught between the King and this organization.
[He finally glances at him.] You have good points. And I'm likely biased as well.
[He sighs.] I know I am. But I need to see for myself what kind of man has the eye of the people and why. I'll understand better if I talk to him.
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Besides, and this part is glaringly obvious to Waver:]
You do seem to know what you're doing. Just don't end up getting your ass thrown around in the arena or anything, yeah?
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I'll be able to fight as long as necessary. And, [Shiro's smile morphs into a grin. He points to the edge of the library grounds in the distance.] We're almost there.
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[That's the assumption, at least. If there's anything else, it's a whole new world of technology for him.
But never mind that, there's a library. Waver's steps increase a little, trying not to show his excitement but failing.]
You gonna come in with me for a bit, or bunk off?
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My preference is my arm. [He taps the metal arm almost thoughtfully.]
But it's a traditional arena and I'm good with a sword when I have to be.
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[Waver's feet carry him up the library steps with no small amount of utter glee as he moves, although when Shiro taps his arm, Waver does stop to look.]
Is it too weird to ask what your arm does?
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[That's not the only reason. He's already shared he is stepping in the arena to clear out some bias. He mounts the steps beside Waver.]
What's the first thing you want to study in here?
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[Shiro, what don't you know?
As for his question:]
...The organizational system. Then I can just go browse by the subject that I want to look at first.
[Waver...]
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[Then he pauses, saying.] I learned sword fighting because I had to. Fighting with my arm is about the same thing. It just means I can mix those techniques with what I learned in basic training.
The technology of my universe....humans are behind. Everyone else is ahead of us. My arm is alien tech and so is the Lion.
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[As if that justifies everything. Waver listens quietly though, nodding along.]
So I guess the aliens are the ones who made first contact in your timeline then? And there was no...bad American action film reaction to the whole thing?
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The Garrison covered it up. I didn't find this out until I escaped and met up with my present team. Earth isn't on their radar at all. We don't have any useful technology or resources.
[Said like that it glosses over the whole thing. Just the facts. It's frankly the least personal way to put it.]
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[Waver's surprised, to be certain. It isn't the dramatic contact he was expecting, but in a way? He's okay with that. It means the entire planet doesn't freak out, like they might.]
Wait. Garrison. Is that a new and improved NASA or something?
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[He can't even feel bitter about what he knows they did to his career. It seems so small as he steps inside the library and breathes in the musty scent of books.
A career is nothing compared to what the Galra did.]
So, index first, then I think...it would be a good idea to check this city's history.
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[It's an interesting way to approach space.
Either way, Waver's interest is absolutely gone. There's only books now.]
City history should be crosschecked with religion or mythology though, since there's usually an overlap.
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[He skips the questions about the Garrison. There's books to be checked and facts to be found.]
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[Waver taps his finger to his chin as they approach the doors.]
Magic might exist but given how limited it's use is, that's not a viable answer to any question.