Character Guidlines

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[Here is everything you need to know before going on to create your member of society. This includes restrictions, requirements, etc.

RACES

You can be any race of your choosing. Please note, however, that if it is a race that could be considered uncommon or rare, please provide an accurate description in your biography.

The description needs to include:

General abilities/disabilities

Strengths/Weaknesses

Anything else that could be considered important


Races considered humanoid:

Elves

Dwarves

Vampires

Shapeshifters (they already have two forms.)

Nymphs (unless your skin is unusually colored.)

Wizards

Witches/Warlocks

Sorcerers

*These races do not need a specified human form. Human forms are only mandatory in the Town Square.*

RESTRICTIONS

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• No immortal characters. We all must die at one time or another.
  
  
• If you choose to be a vampire, you do not "sparkle" in the sunlight. YOU BURN. Protective clothing is an option. Vampires can be killed by a stake/holy water. Drinking animal blood is an option.
  Also: Every vampire is going to have some type of individual power. Therefore, having one or two powers outside the normal enhanced physical abilities is accepted for this race.
  
  
• Shapeshifters have complete control over their skin. WEREWOLVES DO NOT. They morph at the full moon, and when they lose control of their emotions. Those are the only times they are able to morph. Can turn humans into werewolves by biting.
  
  
• There is no limit to what kind of abilities you can possess. However, your character can only be so strong. Please balance out abilities and disabilities. Also, necromancy is grudgingly accepted. Meaning, if you choose to be a necromancer, it can only hold so much of your power. We can't have a bunch of demon armies running around.
  
  
• No one is invincible. No one.
  
  
• If you choose to create a chimera or a hybrid, your powers are limited to the species that you chose. Small exceptions may be allowed. Every case is going to be different.
  
  
  
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  In addition, please try to keep along the typical abilities & disabilities of your selected race. We want to try to avoid as much confusion as possible while out of character. There's enough confusion going around already.
  
  
  
  
  OCCUPATIONS
  
  
  Here is the list of the available occupations at signup:
  
  
  • Police officer***
    
    
  • Taxi Driver
    
    
  • Banker
    
    
  • Scientist (be specific)
    
    
  • Librarian
    
    
  • City Official (specify; may not be available to all)***
    
    
  • Teacher
    
    
  • Musician
    
    
  • Artist
    
    
  • Entertainer (specify)
    
    
  • Writer
    
    
  • Journalist
    
    
  • Doctor
    
    
  • Nurse
    
    
  • Investigator (can be Private)
    
    
  • Architect
    
    
  • Shop owner/ Bartender
    
    
  • Street Sweeper
    
    
  • Mechanic
    
    
  • Farmer
    
    
  • Patroller*
    
    
  • Thief**
    
    
  • Criminal Assistance*
    
    
  • Sailor (must work on someone else's crew)
    
    
  • Captain/Pirate (must own seaship/airship)
    
    
  
  
  * Applies only to Black and Red cards. See Alignments.
  
  ** Cannot be a White card. See Alignments.
  
  *** Cannot be a Joker.
  
  Would you like to have an occupation unlisted here? Send a request to a staff member through PM and we'll see what we can do.
  
  
  
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  ALIGNMENTS

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An alignment is who you choose to, well, align with while in Bronze City or Old Maple. The gangs do travel, so these alignments can apply to both towns.

• White Card - Neutral, in most cases unaware. An average citizen; not particularly rebellious. Can be any race, but are typically human.
  
  
• Joker - Not aligned with either gang, but certainly not neutral. Enjoys rebellion, chaos, etc. A freerunner. Not particularly in favor of any group.
  
  
• Red Card - Aligned with Bloodhawk. Does not typically mingle with White/Black cards if unnecessary. Can sense a Black Card a mile away. Tries to avoid fights to protect secrecy of Bloodhawk's hideout. Only rebellious/criminally active when deemed necessary by Bloodhawk.
  
  
• Black Card - Aligned with the Black Wizard. Extremely obstinate and rebellious--no regards for society. Are able to meld into society with ease. Are usually taught to be charming and friendly towards strangers. Are extremely obedient towards the Black Wizard. Always.
  
  
• King/Queen - Neutral alignment, but have full knowledge of all sides. An extreme threat to Black and Red cards; are always in constant danger. This is not an alignment for the dimwitted and weakhearted. Can be found in both Old Maple and Bronze City.
  
  

RULES FOR ALIGNMENTS

Black Cards
Can travel anywhere, excluding Bloodhawk's hideout
Can be anyone of their choosing in society
Can be any social class
Must always obey direct orders
Must live in the city

Red Cards
Can travel anywhere, excluding the Black Wizard's domain
Are often the unnoticed of the society, but can be anyone
Are usually of middle-lower class
Have freedom to discuss orders with Bloodhawk
Must have a reason for any type of criminal activity
Must protect the secret of the society at all costs

Jokers
Cannot travel to Bloodhawk's or Black Wizard's organization
Cannot be a city official
Can be any social class
Cannot live in the city

Kings/Queens
Can travel anywhere as long as undetected
Can be anyone in society
Can be any social class
Can live anywhere of their choosing
Knows the identity of Black Wizard & Bloodhawk
-MUST BE PURCHASED-

White Cards
Cannot travel to Bloodhawk's or Black Wizard's organization
Can be anyone in society
Can be any social class
Do not know the identity of Bloodhawk or Black Wizard
Can live anywhere of their choosing


If you have any questions about the alignments, please post it in the questions & suggestions boards. We will be sure to get back to you swiftly.



**These rules are subject to change, so please be on the lookout for updates.**[/blockquote]

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SPECIAL ALIGNMENTS

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There are certain alignments here that you can't obtain just by waltzing in, sticking your hand out and saying "gimme." They have to be earned. Which means, if you want in on these spots, you're gonna have to work for it.

[glow=white,2,300]BLACK ACES[/glow]

The elite, top of the food chain, second-man Black Cards that serve directly beneath the Black Wizard. They're the only ones who truly benefit from his immense riches, starting with the fact that they're able to live underneath his roof. They've got all the power--both physically and authoritatively. An order from them is almost as rock-solid as an order from the head honcho. Over the years, the Black Wizard has made it a priority to teach them all of his magical advances, giving them power that no one else has.

Occupations:
Hitman
Weaponmaster
Advisor
Trainer
Spy
Seaship/Airship Technician
Black Wizard's Monkey (basically, it's your job to do whatever he tells you to do.)


[glow=black,2,300]RED ACES[/glow]

With these Red Aces, the commands go directly from The Great Bird in the Sky, to Bloodhawk, to them. They are the only ones allowed to roam freely in Bloodhawk's private quarters, as well as the observatory. They have a responsibility of watching over the new recruits and keeping them on track, but other than that, they live free-reign. These Red Aces can deliver their own orders, but typically make themselves useful by enforcing Bloodhawk's to the utmost extent. They have the freedom to act out as they see fit, but the majority of them wouldn't dare to do anything to endanger security.

Occupations:
Hitman
Inventor
Advisor
Trainer
Guardian (only concern is looking out for new recruits)
Spy
Airship Technician



[glow=yellow,2,300]ROYAL FOOLS[/glow]

Almost as notorious as the Red and Black Aces, these Jokers don't joke around. *badum,ding*
But seriously, these guys (or gals) mean business. Through their reputation and following, it's like they're above the law. And, well, in some cases, they are. Here's the thing: in any established Joker territory, they're invincible from any outside forces. Sure, the inside crowd may beat each other up from time to time, but anyone from the outside crowd won't even leave a mark. Sound pretty sweet? Oh--and here's the thing: once you become a Royal Fool, you are in charge of all other Jokers. Seem to good to be true? Think there's a catch? Well, guess what--there isn't.

Occupations:
Mugger
Pickpocket
Vandal
Establishment Destroyer (attempts to take over new territory)

[glow=white,2,300]KINGS/QUEENS[/glow]

--Please read Alignments--



**If you do become an Ace/Royal Fool at any time, please note that you are not limited to these occupations. They can be given in addition to your original occupation, or you can incorporate your occupation into your alignment.**