Post by ELDER GOD on Oct 23, 2010 12:21:12 GMT -5
Thank you for your interest in the Realm of Nosgoth, please take a moment to read the follow rules. Remember that all the rules given are mandatory reads, and you are responsible for knowing the rules. If you apply to this forum it will be assumed you have read this thread! The rules are set in place and hopefully it will be easily understood by all. Remember that the rules are subject to change should the need arise. There are little to few exceptions that can be made but I will not alter the rules for unreasonable complaints.
Thanks again and happy reading!
1. Respect. Everyone deserves this and you are expected to treat everyone with a polite and friendly attitude.
2. Conflicts. Sometimes problems may arise between members or players. Please drama is not tolerated.
3. Maturity. You are expected to be mature. I am not here to hold your hand and baby anyone. If you can't handle the RP please see the X at the top corner of your screen.
4. Flaming. If you are caught flaming, bashing, or threatening anyone in IMS, PM, or Email (as well as c-box) You will be removed.
5. Age Limit? Just be mature enough to act like an adult. I am not here to hold your hand.
6. Listening. You are required to listen to any suggestions given to you. Do you have to change anything? No, but don't take criticism the wrong way. If you are ask to edit something about your post or application try your best to. Normally I will not unless it is against the rules or unacceptable.
7. No anime, hand drawn, or cartoon images will be allowed as character images. This site requires human PBs, you may enhance or manip them so long as you have a human based character image.
8. Be literate. Make sense! Come on now.
Applying to this site requires an application. There is no getting around the application form because we require them as your character Bios and reference. Make sure to complete the application the way it is intended. You will be judged on the following...
1. Originality. Because we know references can be found online it can sometimes lead to plagiarism. If you are caught with an application that is stolen you will be deleted. You have ONE chance to make a first impression with your application please do not steal.
2. Spelling. Because firefox or google chrome have spell check we expect you to be able to fix your spelling errors.
3. Sentence structure. Role play that is post based requires good sentence structure. If you can not compose a decent sentence in your application you will not be accepted.
4. Canons. Canons are there for you to claim, however you need to create a character from what information you are given. Resources and info about the canons might be limited but you will be required to make that character your own.
5. Filling everything out. The more you add to your application the better I can review your application. Leaving things blank means you are not attempting to fill in the gaps. Lack of creativity.
6. Orderly Application process. Because the application requires time and energy as well as thought you will be given 10 days to complete it. No more no less. Your application should be completed otherwise it will be deleted. You are more then welcomed to ask for an extension however no greater then three days.
Posting in character means writing a new thread or reply with your character. You must be able to follow the main rules of the site when posting. Though there are specific posting rules that I will also be expecting when you post. Because this board is intended for mature players we do no want to see half ass posting. That might sound rude but no one wants to be left hanging. You are expected to write your posts at an intermediate to advanced level. Thanks!
1. Word Count. Every post written IC should be 400 words or higher.
2. You may not kill another character with out permission from the other player.
3. No God-moding. This includes making actions for other characters, Reading a character's mind, or ASSuming something from the other. Please talk it over with your play partner before moving their character.
4. No double posting.
5. If there are more then two players in a thread please stay in post ORDER.
6. Ask before joining someone's post.
7. Tag your posts appropriately.
8. Try to keep ooc out of IC posting please. Cross RP is a no go, this means taking Out of character knowledge obtained ooc into RP.
9. All post MUST be in written in third person unless it is a transcript or letter.
10. IM posts will be allowed as posts.
For now this is all the questions I would like to have on the plots and settings section I will be creating another for character types and it will be detailed more about what characters you can create. You may PM with new questions about settings and locations! For those of you who have no idea where to begin on what type of character your interested in making lets start from the beginning. Now yes I know some of you have never played the Legacy of Kain series and some of you have. If you are like me you are a devoted die hard fan. You have watched the funny clips of making the voice overs, and you have seen almost all the cover art. Maybe you haven't! That just makes me a nerd. lmao. Though for those of you who are not familiar with the types of races that are in Nosgoth I will help you along. This FAQ is meant to ensure that you get a board perspective of what options are available to you.
Q. What are the Mortal Races that are allowed in this forum?
A. There will be a selection of types and almost limitless to who your interested in playing.
1. Royalty, lets start from the top. The King and Princess are Canons. Though I will allow a few originals such as: King's Brother, Kings Sister, Kings nephews and nieces.
2. Noble families. We know that these are people who have a title that is recognized by the throne. You may make up what ever family name you wish. You may even request a small castle or manor for them. Your very own little thread for housing.
3. Military. Such as servants of the crown the General, Capitan, Lieutenant, Major, etc... so have some knowledge of your middle ages and military rank.
4. Civilians. These are your common well off people, to your working class people. People who are honest and loyalist to the king.
5. Low class Civilians. Whores, beggars, and questionable people. You won't see them living in any upper city, though some may... they have a reputation and it isn't a good one.
6. Criminals. These are people who are known to be outlaws in the eyes of the Kingdom, and the Sarafan. Thieves, Assassins, and Gypsies. They are usually not welcomed in upper city and so long as they are not caught frequent the low class areas and forests.
7. Traders and Merchants. Because property also may include humans slave traders will be allowed. Merchants can be both honest as well as seedy. Some may be traveling merchants like gypsies.
- So long as you can think of it its probably possible.
8. Sarafan. Priests (male only), Warriors, and Elementals. Remember that The Sarafan are ALL priests. So yes they would all be considered holy to their cause. An actual Sarafan priest may go out on patrol but would be a healer to their own wounded. Their fighting skills would not be as keen as that of an elemental or warrior.
9. The Holy. Avernus Priests are mortal they are the main source of clemency for the normal citizens and human population. However they are also secretly very cult like with in the church. Presenting outwardly a prosperous and devout religion in Nosgoth to the Elder God, and the Pillar Guardians. Inwardly they are sinister and beneath the Avernus church lays the catacombs where they sacrifice humans to for their own blood lust. Very two faced. No females in Avernus are allowed.
10. Cenobites [ Se no be tis] provided 'basic law enforcement, health care and political representation'. A religious family that has often held control of the Avernus Cathedral, however not to be confused with mere priests. This family traces its blood line to Azimuth ancestors.
11. Property of vampires.These mortals have chosen a life of servitude to their masters. Deciding that their best chance for survival lay in willingly serving the vampires instead of fighting them. These humans began to worship the vampires as if they were gods. They would lay down their own blood and lives to sate their masters' appetites, or kidnap other humans to be sacrificed.
--Vampire Worshipers:Adepts wielded their sacrificial knives as weapons, and Novitiates were armed with the staff.
Q. If I chose a character that weilds a weapon what type of weapons are they allowed?
A. Good questions, because I would like the technology based in the middle ages here is an easy list.
Axe
Dagger
Knife
Sword
Club
Flail
Mace
Pickaxe
Horseman's pick
Polearm
Halberd
Lance
Military fork
Pitchfork
Poleaxe
Spear
Bow
Crossbow
Throwing axe
Throwing spear
Javelin
Body armour
Leather
Mail
Plate
Shield
Helmet
Artillery and Siege engine
battering rams
catapult
Animals
Messenger Hawks
Armored Dogs
Q. What type of Guardians are there?
A. The Canon list explain the nine types.
Q. What Non-Human characters may I create?
A. You may make a limited amount Demons, Pillar Gaurdians, Vampires, Werewolves are going to be allowed, no hybrid dragon cat donkeys.. etc... You may however chose from the following.
1. Vampires. Vorador is the leader of the Cabal a group of vampires that have been the object of the Sarafan's unwanted affections.
a. Vorador's Brides. They will be listed on the Canon section for you to select. These brides are leaders of their own covens that are all loyal to Vorador. (however are not subject to be with his clan and can live where ever they wish.)
b. Voradors minions. These may be original vampires that are young but full of fight. They just want to survive and be acknowledged as brave and powerful.
2. Rouge Vampires. Vampires that do not have a master and wonder Nosgoth. These vampires may be more in danger due to the fact that they are young, and alone.
3. Demons. Demons will be both Spectral and Physical beings that can cross between both worlds.
a.They are influentual ONLY in the Spectral realm.
4.Werewolves. Werewolves are pack creatures. There may be more then on pack however One Alpha pack and one supreme Alpha male.
Q. May I create a vampire that is older then Vorador?
A. No. There is only one vampire that is older then Vorador and his name is Janos. Janos will have a very small almost obsolete role. That does differ from the game however I am not creating the time line for his death quite yet.
Q. Will the Hylden be available?
A. Nope. The reason being we have enough character types. I don't want it being pushed in with an Alien race.
I hope this clears up any confusion but also helps you find an idea for your character. Originals are loved as always so be creative. So there will be alot of questions about the plots, the settings, and characters with in this RPG I wanted to begin to compile a list of questions that would be most common. This is merely to clear the air about the settings and locations even a few character questions. I hope you know this list will be updated every now and again with new or changed things that occur in the Forum.
Q. Is this RPG exactly like the Legacy of Kain games?
A. No. This is an AU board.
Q.Is the setting strictly Nosgoth?
A. Yes. Nosgoth is a large place and I have selected key locations to be played in. Maybe later I will open up more of the map onto the board.
Q.May we mention other locations that we know of in Nosgoth in our post?
A. Of course! However do not set your RP in any board that isn't available just because I would have to open up an entirely different thread for that.
Q.What time setting is this?
A. Middle ages if you want to go by the technology. Though I am going to allow a bit of steam punk.
-- This is long after the time of Kain and Raziel. New Guardians, new Sarafan warriors.
Q.How many kingdoms are there?
A. There are two. However one of them will be William's and he is not going to be introduced into the RPG. Merely because it conflicts with the Story line.
Q.Where do the Pillar Guardian's live?
A. Where ever they damn well please. Otherwise in the underground temple of the pillars.
Q.How much influence does King Ottmar have in Nosgoth.
A. All cities and villiages will recognize Ottmar as the king of Nosgoth. So he has alot of power over what the mortals must pay as taxes and how they are treated. Willendorf is going to be the only monarchy for the humans.
---This will conflict the game but at the same time it is vital to not have so many kingdoms to keep confusion away.
Q. Where are the vampires allowed?
A. If they can sneak into it they can get into it. Churches, Castles, Sarafan Keeps.. you name it. We want to keep people happy and free ranged with the vampires.
Q. Can vampires walk in the light?
A. Because Nosgoth is so vast I am going to say .. Nosgoth isn't like any other realm. Vampires were created to be able to endure the light of day however it is not their natural time. Think Bram Stokers Dracula it takes magic and they are not as strong in the day hours as they would be at night.
Q. Do the Sarafan really have no emotion?
A. The Sarafan are human.. I think its truly impossible for them not to feel something.
Q. Vampire Worshipers?
A. Yes, I am allowing these aspects, they will remain human's who worship the ways of vampires and mimic them. Some probably are little more then slaves of the vampires others zealots.
Q. The Meridian is a village or city?
A. A city, one that is usually based in trading goods and fishing. However like all places that stink its not a desirable place to live. So it is the slums with a high crime rate.
Q. Will other cities and villages be open later?
A. Hopefully yes I would like to expand the map locations in time.
Thanks again and happy reading!
Rules
1. Respect. Everyone deserves this and you are expected to treat everyone with a polite and friendly attitude.
2. Conflicts. Sometimes problems may arise between members or players. Please drama is not tolerated.
3. Maturity. You are expected to be mature. I am not here to hold your hand and baby anyone. If you can't handle the RP please see the X at the top corner of your screen.
4. Flaming. If you are caught flaming, bashing, or threatening anyone in IMS, PM, or Email (as well as c-box) You will be removed.
5. Age Limit? Just be mature enough to act like an adult. I am not here to hold your hand.
6. Listening. You are required to listen to any suggestions given to you. Do you have to change anything? No, but don't take criticism the wrong way. If you are ask to edit something about your post or application try your best to. Normally I will not unless it is against the rules or unacceptable.
7. No anime, hand drawn, or cartoon images will be allowed as character images. This site requires human PBs, you may enhance or manip them so long as you have a human based character image.
8. Be literate. Make sense! Come on now.
Application rules
Applying to this site requires an application. There is no getting around the application form because we require them as your character Bios and reference. Make sure to complete the application the way it is intended. You will be judged on the following...
1. Originality. Because we know references can be found online it can sometimes lead to plagiarism. If you are caught with an application that is stolen you will be deleted. You have ONE chance to make a first impression with your application please do not steal.
2. Spelling. Because firefox or google chrome have spell check we expect you to be able to fix your spelling errors.
3. Sentence structure. Role play that is post based requires good sentence structure. If you can not compose a decent sentence in your application you will not be accepted.
4. Canons. Canons are there for you to claim, however you need to create a character from what information you are given. Resources and info about the canons might be limited but you will be required to make that character your own.
5. Filling everything out. The more you add to your application the better I can review your application. Leaving things blank means you are not attempting to fill in the gaps. Lack of creativity.
6. Orderly Application process. Because the application requires time and energy as well as thought you will be given 10 days to complete it. No more no less. Your application should be completed otherwise it will be deleted. You are more then welcomed to ask for an extension however no greater then three days.
Posting Rules
Posting in character means writing a new thread or reply with your character. You must be able to follow the main rules of the site when posting. Though there are specific posting rules that I will also be expecting when you post. Because this board is intended for mature players we do no want to see half ass posting. That might sound rude but no one wants to be left hanging. You are expected to write your posts at an intermediate to advanced level. Thanks!
1. Word Count. Every post written IC should be 400 words or higher.
2. You may not kill another character with out permission from the other player.
3. No God-moding. This includes making actions for other characters, Reading a character's mind, or ASSuming something from the other. Please talk it over with your play partner before moving their character.
4. No double posting.
5. If there are more then two players in a thread please stay in post ORDER.
6. Ask before joining someone's post.
7. Tag your posts appropriately.
8. Try to keep ooc out of IC posting please. Cross RP is a no go, this means taking Out of character knowledge obtained ooc into RP.
9. All post MUST be in written in third person unless it is a transcript or letter.
10. IM posts will be allowed as posts.
Frequently Asked Questions
For now this is all the questions I would like to have on the plots and settings section I will be creating another for character types and it will be detailed more about what characters you can create. You may PM with new questions about settings and locations! For those of you who have no idea where to begin on what type of character your interested in making lets start from the beginning. Now yes I know some of you have never played the Legacy of Kain series and some of you have. If you are like me you are a devoted die hard fan. You have watched the funny clips of making the voice overs, and you have seen almost all the cover art. Maybe you haven't! That just makes me a nerd. lmao. Though for those of you who are not familiar with the types of races that are in Nosgoth I will help you along. This FAQ is meant to ensure that you get a board perspective of what options are available to you.
Q. What are the Mortal Races that are allowed in this forum?
A. There will be a selection of types and almost limitless to who your interested in playing.
1. Royalty, lets start from the top. The King and Princess are Canons. Though I will allow a few originals such as: King's Brother, Kings Sister, Kings nephews and nieces.
2. Noble families. We know that these are people who have a title that is recognized by the throne. You may make up what ever family name you wish. You may even request a small castle or manor for them. Your very own little thread for housing.
3. Military. Such as servants of the crown the General, Capitan, Lieutenant, Major, etc... so have some knowledge of your middle ages and military rank.
4. Civilians. These are your common well off people, to your working class people. People who are honest and loyalist to the king.
5. Low class Civilians. Whores, beggars, and questionable people. You won't see them living in any upper city, though some may... they have a reputation and it isn't a good one.
6. Criminals. These are people who are known to be outlaws in the eyes of the Kingdom, and the Sarafan. Thieves, Assassins, and Gypsies. They are usually not welcomed in upper city and so long as they are not caught frequent the low class areas and forests.
7. Traders and Merchants. Because property also may include humans slave traders will be allowed. Merchants can be both honest as well as seedy. Some may be traveling merchants like gypsies.
- So long as you can think of it its probably possible.
8. Sarafan. Priests (male only), Warriors, and Elementals. Remember that The Sarafan are ALL priests. So yes they would all be considered holy to their cause. An actual Sarafan priest may go out on patrol but would be a healer to their own wounded. Their fighting skills would not be as keen as that of an elemental or warrior.
9. The Holy. Avernus Priests are mortal they are the main source of clemency for the normal citizens and human population. However they are also secretly very cult like with in the church. Presenting outwardly a prosperous and devout religion in Nosgoth to the Elder God, and the Pillar Guardians. Inwardly they are sinister and beneath the Avernus church lays the catacombs where they sacrifice humans to for their own blood lust. Very two faced. No females in Avernus are allowed.
10. Cenobites [ Se no be tis] provided 'basic law enforcement, health care and political representation'. A religious family that has often held control of the Avernus Cathedral, however not to be confused with mere priests. This family traces its blood line to Azimuth ancestors.
11. Property of vampires.These mortals have chosen a life of servitude to their masters. Deciding that their best chance for survival lay in willingly serving the vampires instead of fighting them. These humans began to worship the vampires as if they were gods. They would lay down their own blood and lives to sate their masters' appetites, or kidnap other humans to be sacrificed.
--Vampire Worshipers:Adepts wielded their sacrificial knives as weapons, and Novitiates were armed with the staff.
Q. If I chose a character that weilds a weapon what type of weapons are they allowed?
A. Good questions, because I would like the technology based in the middle ages here is an easy list.
Axe
Dagger
Knife
Sword
Club
Flail
Mace
Pickaxe
Horseman's pick
Polearm
Halberd
Lance
Military fork
Pitchfork
Poleaxe
Spear
Bow
Crossbow
Throwing axe
Throwing spear
Javelin
Body armour
Leather
Plate
Shield
Helmet
Artillery and Siege engine
battering rams
catapult
Animals
Messenger Hawks
Armored Dogs
Q. What type of Guardians are there?
A. The Canon list explain the nine types.
Q. What Non-Human characters may I create?
A. You may make a limited amount Demons, Pillar Gaurdians, Vampires, Werewolves are going to be allowed, no hybrid dragon cat donkeys.. etc... You may however chose from the following.
1. Vampires. Vorador is the leader of the Cabal a group of vampires that have been the object of the Sarafan's unwanted affections.
a. Vorador's Brides. They will be listed on the Canon section for you to select. These brides are leaders of their own covens that are all loyal to Vorador. (however are not subject to be with his clan and can live where ever they wish.)
b. Voradors minions. These may be original vampires that are young but full of fight. They just want to survive and be acknowledged as brave and powerful.
2. Rouge Vampires. Vampires that do not have a master and wonder Nosgoth. These vampires may be more in danger due to the fact that they are young, and alone.
3. Demons. Demons will be both Spectral and Physical beings that can cross between both worlds.
a.They are influentual ONLY in the Spectral realm.
4.Werewolves. Werewolves are pack creatures. There may be more then on pack however One Alpha pack and one supreme Alpha male.
Q. May I create a vampire that is older then Vorador?
A. No. There is only one vampire that is older then Vorador and his name is Janos. Janos will have a very small almost obsolete role. That does differ from the game however I am not creating the time line for his death quite yet.
Q. Will the Hylden be available?
A. Nope. The reason being we have enough character types. I don't want it being pushed in with an Alien race.
I hope this clears up any confusion but also helps you find an idea for your character. Originals are loved as always so be creative. So there will be alot of questions about the plots, the settings, and characters with in this RPG I wanted to begin to compile a list of questions that would be most common. This is merely to clear the air about the settings and locations even a few character questions. I hope you know this list will be updated every now and again with new or changed things that occur in the Forum.
Q. Is this RPG exactly like the Legacy of Kain games?
A. No. This is an AU board.
Q.Is the setting strictly Nosgoth?
A. Yes. Nosgoth is a large place and I have selected key locations to be played in. Maybe later I will open up more of the map onto the board.
Q.May we mention other locations that we know of in Nosgoth in our post?
A. Of course! However do not set your RP in any board that isn't available just because I would have to open up an entirely different thread for that.
Q.What time setting is this?
A. Middle ages if you want to go by the technology. Though I am going to allow a bit of steam punk.
-- This is long after the time of Kain and Raziel. New Guardians, new Sarafan warriors.
Q.How many kingdoms are there?
A. There are two. However one of them will be William's and he is not going to be introduced into the RPG. Merely because it conflicts with the Story line.
Q.Where do the Pillar Guardian's live?
A. Where ever they damn well please. Otherwise in the underground temple of the pillars.
Q.How much influence does King Ottmar have in Nosgoth.
A. All cities and villiages will recognize Ottmar as the king of Nosgoth. So he has alot of power over what the mortals must pay as taxes and how they are treated. Willendorf is going to be the only monarchy for the humans.
---This will conflict the game but at the same time it is vital to not have so many kingdoms to keep confusion away.
Q. Where are the vampires allowed?
A. If they can sneak into it they can get into it. Churches, Castles, Sarafan Keeps.. you name it. We want to keep people happy and free ranged with the vampires.
Q. Can vampires walk in the light?
A. Because Nosgoth is so vast I am going to say .. Nosgoth isn't like any other realm. Vampires were created to be able to endure the light of day however it is not their natural time. Think Bram Stokers Dracula it takes magic and they are not as strong in the day hours as they would be at night.
Q. Do the Sarafan really have no emotion?
A. The Sarafan are human.. I think its truly impossible for them not to feel something.
Q. Vampire Worshipers?
A. Yes, I am allowing these aspects, they will remain human's who worship the ways of vampires and mimic them. Some probably are little more then slaves of the vampires others zealots.
Q. The Meridian is a village or city?
A. A city, one that is usually based in trading goods and fishing. However like all places that stink its not a desirable place to live. So it is the slums with a high crime rate.
Q. Will other cities and villages be open later?
A. Hopefully yes I would like to expand the map locations in time.