Necropolis OOC

[ScarletCarson]

(I really hope I'm doing this right. Here goes nothing)

Welcome to the Realm of Necropolis. The world appears as nothing more then a frigid, icy shell on the outside. Blizzards and freezing winds create a barrier around the world. Ice demons and other snow monsters made the surface of the planet their home, and are looked upon as the "guards" of the planet. Yet in the planet's fiery core, a place filled with fire, brimstone, and darkness, is where the Necropolis Empire lays. It is a world similar to that of Hell. Conquered by an oppressing and cruel devil and his family, Necropolis is ruled with an iron fist. The devil king enslaves the weak, tortures the traitorous, the list goes on. This RPG focuses on the lives of those who reside in the Necropolis Realm. There is no balance or peace, however. There are rebellions, rogue armies, and others who oppose the devil king's rule, and many of the demons (even in the king's family) aren't exactly what they appear to be.

I'm not quite sure how I'm going to start off the story, but I guess I'll find out when/if this RPG gets approved and people start joining.

[The Dude]

looks interesting. depending on what races are available I'll make a character once the story gets figured out.

[Akira Avelon]

Needs a bit more info.. But it does look promising so far. As rob stated.. races and what not would be a good addition. As well as some background on what is going on in the city, Geography, history and a few other things. As well as a plot or brief storyline that would be moderately followed.

[ScarletCarson]

I was in a hurry when I started the topic, which is why the summary and stuff is a little rushed. But I'll work on fixing that/making the history/background info and stuff. Anyways, here's some more info

Races:

Devils - Devils are the dominant race in Necropolis. They are either royal or noble. Ontop of that, the devils are the most strongest creatures, masters of the dark arts and most weaponry (the most commonly used are bastard swords and gauntlets). They can open portals to different locations, shapeshift, defy gravity/levitate (but not fly), possess weaker beings as well as summon demons/dark magic to do their bidding. Devils usually have blood red skin, yellow eyes, and black horns (the males have larger horns, women have smaller ones).

Sarai - The right-hand men of the devils and "Grim Reapers", if you would. They are responsible for taking and managing the souls of the recently deceased (minus the zombies). As such, the Sarai are capable of sucking the life out of a being in order to become stronger. They can use the life energy from other creatures to make energy-based spells and projectiles. Sarai come in many different skin tones/hair color/eye color, but are incredibly tall and muscular, and have six arms rather then two. Asside from their energy-based magic, Sarai use blades or scythes (usually one per each arm) as their main weaponry.

Incubi/Succubi - (for those who don't know, the incubus is the male, the succubus is the female) The most sensual demons in Necropolis who serve under the devils. Usually they're just "pleasurable company" and nothing more, although they too have their share of magic (usually lightning based), but no weaponry. Incubi/Succubi can change their physical appearance to appeal to their seduced victims/masters (for example, if a devil prefers his women blonde with dark skin, a succubus can change her appearance from her regular look to the desired appaerance). As such, both usually wear close to nothing.

Vampires - Distant cousins of the succubi/incubi and nobles who own 45% of the human population in Necropolis, which they breed, raise, and slaughter for food, or sell as slaves. Vampires usually have black or brown hair, deathly pale skin and either bright green or blue eyes. Like their distant cousins, they can be sensual and seductive when it comes to luring in their victims, but cannot shapeshift or change their appearance. Over time, vampires evolve into more monsterous looking beings (each one evolves differently). They use a variety of elemental magic, usually fire or lightning based, and can move faster and jump farther and higher then most creatures (minus the devils, of course). Vampires rely on a series of archer based weapons (from the large bows to crossbrows), but also use various short swords and whips as well.

Mutants - A demon with a reptilian or aquatic appearance. Mutants are demons who have adapted to a certain landscape, such as a desert, forest or an ocean. The reptilian mutants resemble either lizards or snakes, with the scaly, rough skin, forked tongue and clawed hands/feet (colors vary, depending on what type of reptile the mutant looks like. Spikes or frills are also optional). They prefer long distance weaponry, such as throwing knives, bows, spears, and shurikens, but have no magic. Aquatic mutants take on a more fish-like appearance with scales, fins, and gills (for those who've watched Reboot as a kid, think about how AndrAia looked). Sometimes are mistaken for sirens/mermaids, although not all aquatic mutants have tails. Aquatic mutants mostly rely on spears and tridents when in battle, and use a variety of ice and water magic. Mutants are not on good terms with devils and when caught are usually held on display as an exotic pet.

Werewolves - A demon with a canine appearance. In it's demon form, werewolves have golden tan skin and long, wild hair that is either light brown or dark blonde. In their wolf form, they morph into a rather large wolf of the same color. Werewolves have either bright blue or golden eyes and very sharp fangs/claws. They are not considered "civilized" creatures for their wild and animal-like behavior and have been known to attack demons and humans alike. However, they are very intelligent and calculated, and have been suspected of being the founders of the major rebellions/uprisings. Werewolves do not rely on weapons since they have the ability to turn into an animal, but they are clever and set traps for their enemies. When caught, werewolves are either killed on the spot or broken into becoming slaves for either vampires or devils (this is very rare though).

Zombies - When a demon, human, or mutant is infected with a virus, their body can revive after death and turn into a vicious, but mindless predator. Zombies are fast and dangerous, and their bodies usually morph and mutate into a much larger and dangerous form (think Nemesis from Resident Evil 3). Zombies are usually good "guard dogs" for devils.

Ice Demons - A variety of creatures, may it be large dragons, huge beasts, or phantom-like creatures. They are slaves to the king who are forced to protect Necropolis from any and all invaders. Usually rely on their brute strength, agility, or magic to ward off enemies (depending on what type of demon it is).

Crossbreeds/Mixed Blood - An unpopular race in Necropolis and usually considered as "Dirty Blood". Crossbreeds are creatures who's parents are from different races. Because of their diverse ethnicity, crossbreeds usually acquire most of the strengths (and fewer weaknesses) from their species, as well as use a variety of weaponry. Chances are, if you are a crossbreed and there isn't a trace of devil blood within you, you are no better then a human, mutant, or werewolf. Rebellions normally consist mostly of crossbreeds.

Humans - People who are not of demon or devil decent. They are an enslaved and conquered race and are looked upon mostly as either slaves or cattle. Very rarely does a human become the lover of a demon or devil (since to a demon, that would be like being in a romantic relationship with a dog). Because they are considered as property and food rather then living beings, humans usually aren't welcomed in rebellions.

[Abunix]

If I can come up with a good enough backstory, could I have a Werewolf/Vampire crossbreed?

[ScarletCarson]

That sounds cool.

In other news, I'm going to write up the background/history for the RPG right about now and post it up (couldn't do it yesterday, was too distracted). Suggestions are welcome if you have any.

[Abunix]

Wunnerful. I'll get to it right quick.

[ScarletCarson]

I managed to write up more info. I'll create the history as soon as I can. Been busy the past couple of days.


What's Going On in the City:
Necropolis is on the brink of a revolution. Although the devils still have power over the realm and it's inhabitants, the number of rebellions have been growing and have been becoming quite a nuisance. The King has been publicly executing anyone who has assisted or is related to a rebellion, and traitors to the king have been brutally tortured. The rebellions' goal is to overthrow the king and restore order and balance to the realm of Necropolis. There have been assasaination attempts on the king and his family, but each attempt has failed greatly and the result was unkind. Despite the cruelty and brutality, the executions have only been motivating the rebellions to fight harder rather then to live in fear, for better or worse.


Geography:
As stated before, the outer shell of Necropolis is covered in ice, and is a barren wasteland, home to only the ice demons. The empire is in the core of the planet. Because it's so hot there, the demons are practically fire proof. The large castle that belongs to the king, as well as many of the larger plantations and grand estates which serve as homes for Sarai, vampires, and succubi/incubi. The industrial section of the empire (which consists mostly of factories, businesses, slave trade, etc) belongs to the vampires. The slums, which consists entirely of abandonded cities and ghettos, are home to zombies and crossbreeds, and rumor has it that the rebellions have been hiding out there as well. Humans, being slaves, live with their demon masters and do not have a section of the empire dedicated to their species.

Outside of the metropolis (but still part of the Necropolis Empire) are the Fertile Lands. They are elevated above Necropolis, further away from the fiery core. Their section of the planet consists of fertile soil, which allows unusual vegetation to grow. Werewolves live in this land. The grasses are usually very tall, but the trees are short. Strange animals also dwell in this land, which the werewolves hunt for food. The Fertile Lands also have fresh hot springs, home to the aquatic mutants. The water is deeper then one would imagine, and strange vegetation manages to grow there, as well as many unusual fish. Aquatic mutants use the vegetation to hide in, and use the fish for food. They usually make their homes in subterreanean caverns, deep down where nobody can find them.

On the rocky, elevated lands that borders both the Necropolis empire and the Fertile Lands are a long chain of mountains. The soil there is hot and sandy, and hardly anything grows there. This is home to the reptilian mutants, who are almost entirely carnivorous since there is very little vegetation and plenty of smaller reptiles. This land is strictly "survival of the fittest". Eat or be eaten. This in turn has made the reptilian mutants strong creatures and vicious predators. There homes are built in caverns and crevices in the rocks.

[Abunix]

Here is my character for this RP: Gregor.