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[Scythe/Alden]

Okay, so I know this is a long shot, but dang it, Imma try to get some RPing in:

 

Since I figure that most people on this site are no longer really into JN anymore, I thought: "Huh, maybe if we could all roleplay as Original Characters, I might have a shot at having more than just me and Emily..." 

 

So, is anybody interested? I have an idea for a plot that could be interesting and possibly my own character(s) to play as. If we all put our best foot forward, maybe something could come out of this?

 

[ShadRose17]

What's your plot idea?

[Scythe/Alden]

Basically, a group of terrorists lead by a cult leader are on a mission to unleash a virus that'll wipeout the human population. My character(s) is/are sent out to stop it, but find themselves overpowered quickly. That's when they decide to round up some help from outsiders (you guys).

 

Not the most detailed, I grant you. But it is the skeleton of the story. Anyone can add whatever randomness they'd like, though: it doesn't even have to necessarily follow my original premise if we get caught up in whatever we're up to...

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

I have a few true OCs that are a little developed, but not much past the bare minimum for any of them... Never thought about how they'd act in various scenarios... I'm just not sure how to build up custom characters; it's much easier for me when characters are already well established and are part of a fandom... Maybe this topic could help me in that area...?? *shrug*

[Scythe/Alden]

Don't worry, Emily. I'm the same way...usually, but then in 2020 I had a RUSH of inspiration and wham: out came some character ideas!

 

I know you're excellent at roleplaying with characters that you already know, so maybe if you used some pre-existing characters as inspiration? Or maybe if you made a post explaining some of their traits, we could help you with figuring out what they may say/do in reaction to something? Sarah might have some tips of her own as well (TBH she's probably better at this than I am).

 

 

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

Once I think of something, I'll letcha know...

[ShadRose17]

I always flesh out characters as I'm playing or writing as them, they tend to start out as a shallow idea or honestly sometimes even just a name. Backgrounds tend to come about as I go.
So yeah I always find character building in the RP or story itself to be easiest. I know some people can come up with a detailed character outside of a story but that doesn't tend to be how mine work. My characters are like children, I have a hand in shaping them but they go off to do their own thing a lot lol.

[ShadRose17]

Basically, a group of terrorists lead by a cult leader are on a mission to unleash a virus that'll wipeout the human population. My character(s) is/are sent out to stop it, but find themselves overpowered quickly. That's when they decide to round up some help from outsiders (you guys).

Not the most detailed, I grant you. But it is the skeleton of the story. Anyone can add whatever randomness they'd like, though: it doesn't even have to necessarily follow my original premise if we get caught up in whatever we're up to...

Sounds interesting! No promises how frequently I'll be able to answer since my life is kinda chaos with two kids and Holidays coming up plus some other family stuff, but I'm open to trying.

[Scythe/Alden]

Alright! Whenever one of you guys would like to start, we can try to make this work... (I don't know exactly how, but that's what makes this interesting, I guess...)

 

[ShadRose17]

You can intro it whenever you'd like, since it's your idea haha.

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

I'll do my best with this once I feel ready to... I think the easiest character of mine for me to do is the one who's from the future, but is forced to hide it... I'll need to look back in one of the OC topics to remind myself of her full name, though I remember her first name is Andromeda, pretty sure...

[ShadRose17]

(Wait where did the intro go, I could have sworn I'd seen it... Also can you tell me exactly what type of character is needed to be recruited? That will give me a better idea of who to use.)

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

I just have a secret mermaid, the girl who rescued her, or a girl from the future stuck in the 21st century... Dunno how to include any of them...

[ShadRose17]

I just have a secret mermaid, the girl who rescued her, or a girl from the future stuck in the 21st century... Dunno how to include any of them...

Make a new character specifically for the RP, maybe! It will give you an opportunity to work on character building skills.
I would make a new character or two but I have a million so pulling from an old one is probably going to be easier for me, but I haven't decided yet.

[Scythe/Alden]

(Wait wher

e did the intro go, I could have sworn I'd seen it... Also can you tell me exactly what type of character is needed to be recruited? That will give me a better idea of who to use.)

I felt kinda embarrassed by the intro I had up so I decided to delete it. I will re-write it tomorrow, probably.

 

As for characters, it can be literally ANYONE you'd like. It could be a wimpy dog with bronchitis and it could be made to work.

 

Just give a character description in your introductory post that gives us an overview of the character(s) you are. Then, I'll try to get the story to where they meet mine.

 

MY CHARACTERS:

 

JIM:

Jim is an angel, actually. He is what is referred to as a "Patrol Angel," meaning he mainly works with helping out humans who are being manipulated or down-right hurt by demons. However, he also works taking care of criminals and others who hurt humans as a whole. He was actually put on suspension for five years after he let a human kill themselves under his watch (as he was too focused on making the demon manipulating that human suffer). When he was put back on the field, he was teamed up with Debbie, a former light whisperer. Jim is ultimately good, but is very stuck up and sarcastic and makes frequent snide remarks to the detriment of others. He views humans as rebellious teenagers who need a reality-check and likes to be quite theatrical with his methods. 

 

DEBBIE:

Debbie is also an angel. She was originally a "Light Whisperer," (an angel who can not be seen by eyes or heard by ears, but can be heard in the "heart" so to speak) and while she still possesses those abilities, after being teamed up with Jim three years ago, has also been on patrol. She is very sweet and caring, viewing humans like children who need gentle guidance, but she's no pushover and can give as good as she gets. Her methods tend to be more to-the-point, but after being with Jim, have progressively become more theatrical as well. She is shy around humans, but has great bravery when the situation calls for it. She is also skilled in acrobatics.

 

DAVE:

Dave is a Christian reverend who went off the deep end years ago. He believes that the world is beyond saving and that by wiping out humanity, he can stop innocents from being corrupted by the wicked who "cannot" be saved. Dave is also a skilled chemist. He has a small, but very devoted group of followers that are determined to help him complete his bio-weapon and "save" humanity.

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

I'd rather try to develop the characters I currently have, as it's real hard for me to come up with a genuine OC...

[Scythe/Alden]

INTRO:

 

*It's a dark, rainy night. A white corvette drives up an alleyway and parks behind a pub. Inside the car sit Jim and Debbie*

 

JIM: Alright...here we are.

 

DEBBIE: *sighs* I'm scared, Jim.

 

JIM: It's alright, it's alright. I...I'm scared too.

 

DEBBIE: What's the plan again?

 

JIM: You create a distraction and I'll nick the chemicals.

 

DEBBIE: Okay...okay...well. What do I do?

 

JIM: Well, it's a pub. Maybe act like you're drunk? You've been around plenty of drunks, you think you could pull it off?

 

DEBBIE: I guess I'll have to.

 

JIM: Good girl. Now, I will go in through the back. You go in through the front. Keep them looking at you as long as possible. If they try to shoot you, act like they missed.

 

*the two exit the car, opening the closing the doors as quietly as possible. Jim walks up to the back door and breaks the lock open. Debbie walk around the pub to the front door and unlocks it with a bobby-pin. She bites her lip for a second before entering the establishment.*

 

ONE MINUTE EARLIER

 

Cultist #1: You got the stuff?

 

Chemist #1: Yeah, yeah. It's right in here. *lifts a metal suitcase, a fairly heavy one at that*

 

Cultist #1: Well...give it here.

 

Chemist #1: Only if we get paid first. C'mon...cough it up.

 

Cultist #2: *Walks over to a table and drops a large pile of bills onto it. He slowly moves back to the back of the room, behind the other two Cultists.*

 

Chemist #2: *observes and then retrieves the money, checking it to make sure it's real* It's legit.

 

Chemist #1: Well, then. Enjoy. *slides the briefcase over to Cultist #1* So uh...What exactly were you planning on doing with these?

 

Cultist #3: *Opens up the briefcase and checks out what is inside*

 

Cultist #1: Well...that's classified information.

 

Chemist #1: Oh, come on. What could you possibly need with two- 

 

*Cultist #3 shoots both chemists in the chest. Debbie gasps from the front of the room*

 

Cultist #1: Look! *points at Debbie* Shoot her!

 

Debbie: Oh! *drops to the floor, avoiding being hit by any of the bullets. She tries to crawl back over to the doorway but is pulled on the leg by Cultist #2.

 

Cultist #2: *picks her up by her collar* What do we have here? *shoves her against the wall* What are you doing here?

 

Debbie: *trying to slur her words a little* Hey...hey man I'm just tryin' to get something to drink...

 

Cultist #2: *backs up a little* Think she's being legit?

 

Cultist #3: I don't know. It'd be best to kill her anyway. We can hide the body later.

 

*A noise is heard from the back. Debbie sighs*

 

Debbie: *under her breath* Jim, Thank- *she stops as she sees four more men enter from the back, two holding Jim by his wrists*

 

Cultist #7: We found this guy snooping from behind the bar.

 

Cultist #2: Oh... *turns to Debbie* Friend of yours?

 

Debbie: Man...who even is that guy?  I just-

 

Cultist #2: *smacks Debbie across the face* Why are you here?

 

Debbie: I told yo I-

 

Cultist #2: *hits her again*

 

Jim: Stop it! Stop it!

 

Cultist #1: You know her, huh?

 

Jim: *says nothing*

 

Cultist #3: I say we still kill them. They've seen too much whether they're here together or not.

 

Cultist #5: You're probably right.

 

*two shots from the guns fire at both Debbie and Jim, their bodies drop to the floor shortly afterwards*

 

Cultist #3: C'mon guys, let's get the stuff into the van.

 

*They retrieve the briefcase and leave the bar, Jim and Debbie both laying silently until they're sure that the men are gone.*

 

Jim: Well...That didn't work.

 

Debbie: What do we do now?

 

Jim: I think we should get some help... Outside help...

 

END OF INTRO

[ShadRose17]

(Just wanted to say I haven't forgotten about this, I'm contemplating who to play as but I've also been busy. I'll edit this post with character(s?) soon.)

[JimmyxxCindy4EVER]

(I might need a bit of help developing the few characters I have, as well... )

[ShadRose17]

(I'm not going to do too much detailed info right now, or I'll never get this done lol. I'm just gonna give a very general where they're found and either update this later or reveal their stories/personalities as things progress.)

Characters:

Valentine (Shaw) Sterling: (yes, the one I came to the Halloween event as that one year... sort of. His character has grown and developed exponentially since then, and this version of him isn't nearly as unhinged.)
Valentine is an 18 year old just slowly making his start in the world, despite an incredibly difficult past. He can be found in the city, haven just recently moved to the area for college; and is doing his utmost to make his family proud and stay out of trouble this time... but that never comes easy for him, given his sherlockian intelligence and propensity for getting in to trouble in his desire to help others.

Sceva Channing:
A lonely, introverted scientist, Sceva spends most of his days holed up in his laboratory. On rare occasions he ventures to the city for supplies but tends to generally avoid people, due to a distrust and inability to really connect with them.

(More possible later.)