Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238 
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 5, 2018 14:26:18 GMT -8
Within the Open-Air Ballroom, a small crowd has formed around the table Empress Naoki is seated at. The table itself is round with a white tablecloth and is otherwise nondescript. Eight chairs are arranged around it; The Empress is sitting facing the dancefloor. [Partitioning that discussion into this new thread so people can dance.] |
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Vaelar Black
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 114 
Age: 35
Physical Description: Vaelar is a massively tall man, standing at a height of six and a quarter feet and possessing a powerful build. He has flowing, well-kept hair of snow white, reaching down past his shoulders, and eyes of a deep violet. He has a youthful face and a strong, well-cut jawline, usually covered with a dusting of stubble. Overall, his appearance is much more youthful than his actual age, and his energy and charisma has not dissipated over the years of his being a sellsword.
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Outside of battle, Vaelar wears simple and comfortable, yet elegant clothing. His indigo tunic is made of cave spider silk, breathable and flowing, and purposefully baggy so as to show off a hint of his muscular build. He usually wears a set of dark brown leather trousers to go along with it, completing the ensemble with a pair of well-built leather boots.
In battle he wears a set of heavy full plate, the metal of which has been stained black with red trim, an imposing depiction of a red dragon painted across the chest. Normally he wears no helmet, preferring as wide a range of view as possible. As for weaponry, he normally wields a well-made bastard sword handed down his bloodline named "Nightrend", paired with a steel kite shield, although the shield can be abandoned and the bastard sword wielded with two hands. On his belt he generally carries a complement of several different throwable substances, from gaseous potions to napatha to a vial of an unknown, viscous substance which traps his enemy in a thick, sticky black slime, simultaneously slowing their actions and compromising armour strength with its acidity.
Registered: Sept 13, 2015 7:53:53 GMT -8
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Post by Vaelar Black on Nov 5, 2018 20:23:17 GMT -8
"A noble that shares in the work of the common folk? Admirable, to be sure," concurs Vaelar in response to Jun's praise of Naoki. He stays silent for a moment, looking over every guest at the table in turn, examining their postures and their dress, occupying his mind while the others chat. His eyes fix on the princess for a moment longer than the rest, studying her expressions. Venom behind a poorly crafted veil of admiration. He'd have to watch this one if they ever encountered one another outside a weaponless setting.
Erik, he theorises, must be a grand warrior, based upon his physique and the way he carries himself, and Vaelar makes a mental note to attempt to chat with him later; it's been some time since he's had another blade-wielder to speak with. But most of all, he examines Naoki after their gaze breaks, making no effort to hide it. She carries herself, he surmises, in a way that is intentionally provocative, and her dress serves only to amplify that, hugging her figure like a second skin rather than adorning it as a piece of simple cloth generally would. He notes her ever-attentive swiveling ears and her ever busy cat-like eyes that at once show much and hide more. Special attention should be given to this one; sly and scheming as rulers always are, he feels this one is yet moreso than any he's encountered yet, even as Jun speaks highly of her character. Perhaps a great ally, but a greater threat should relations ever sour.
He speaks up again as Erik leaves, touching his middle finger and ring finger to his brow and bowing his head in a sort of old Medanese salute.
"Well met and farewell, Mister Haldar," he states, simply, before turning back to Jun.
"He is entirely correct, you know, although I am afraid I don't share his sentiment on blushing; you simply look too adorable when you do it for me to urge you to stop," he states with a light smirk.
"You are truly the greatest hero of our age, though, and you should own that title with pride. My prowess in combat does not approach the great deeds you have done."
He turns his attention to Naoki once again as Jun speaks to the princess.
"Madame, when you've a moment outside of mingling with your guests, I would like to speak business with you. You see, I am bringing the Order of the Hammer back into service, and as I understand it there is some civil unrest among your kingdom, as well as a great threat just beyond your borders. If you would have us, the Order will be in need of a new contract, and I think we could help each other well," he states, his tone lacking the pretense of graciousness of before, his expression a touch more serious.
"But for now, I am certain you've more pleasant matters to attend to."
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 6, 2018 11:41:45 GMT -8
“Until then, Tain Haldar,” The Empress responds, waving as he departs. He left a good impression; she’ll be looking forward to speaking with him further at the summit.
“Is there.” The Empress responds to Valear’s mention of civil unrest in a flat, unamused tone. It wasn’t a question, and she doesn’t want an answer. Whatever issue it is he’s overstating as an in, Naoki is fairly confident it can be resolved without giving him a stack of gold. But she will give him the benefit of the doubt.
She nods in agreement. “You’re right; we’ll need to speak later. It may be best for you to come to The Citadel, where we could finalize a deal more easily.”
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Princess Desa
Established
Roleplay posts: 16
Age: 19
Physical Description: With pale skin, Princess Desa's silky skin is as pale as the snow, but as delicate as porcelain. Her brown-gold eyes shimmer, her chocolate hair usually very poofy. She is rather petite, being 4'11.
Clothes and Equipment: Desa has a deep love for yellow and brown, and her attire matches. She usually dresses in champagnes and chocolates, with an abundance of pearls and gold. She has special runic writings upon her clothing, for health and protection.
Registered: Nov 2, 2018 15:28:06 GMT -8
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Post by Princess Desa on Nov 7, 2018 0:04:28 GMT -8
"It was custom-made in my Homeland by the Royal Tailor," Desa said, smoothly coming up with the lie. It was of gauldin origin, but Desa would never admit to that. "I thank you humbly. Between you and me, these hoops are extraordinarily heavy," she said, referring to the Pearl bead hoops. They looked heavy.
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Jun of the Celadine
Widely Known
Roleplay posts: 1,410
Age: 28
Physical Description: Jun is a human adult, standing 5’4”. She is wiry and fit at approximately 120 lbs. She has olive skin, dark brown hair ending just above her shoulders, and slight epicanthic folds over her dark almond eyes. Her face is squarish with a small chin. Her skin is dotted with battle scars, and her left arm is heavily bandaged due to an unknown affliction.
Clothes and Equipment: Jun possesses a vast collection of seeds, herbs, insects, and scrolls hidden in various pouches in her armor. These serve as reagents for her multitude of spells. Her armor consists of a customized, long-coat style gambeson that is stuffed with a matrix of seeds and plant fibers. Fitted on top is a set of brass-like, enchanted half armor (chest piece, pauldrons, and tassets) which gives off a warm aura. She has an open-faced, burgonet style helmet and coif of the same materials.
Her most notable "weapons" are Blackbean and Resonance. Blackbean is an elephant-sized demon crow which has served with Jun for many years as a mount and as a bodyguard. A minor enchantment allows him to disguise himself as a regular crow. Resonance is an azure blue longsword with a mind of his own. He can intercept minor attacks and can teleport to his owner. He can also use a personal reserve of magic to aid in the casting of a single spell.
Allegiances: Isra
Player's online availability : Frequently
Registered: Mar 27, 2015 22:57:52 GMT -8
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Post by Jun of the Celadine on Nov 7, 2018 21:54:26 GMT -8
Jun allowed herself to blush. She got the odd sensation that she was putting something private on display to the rest of the world, and yet she kind of enjoyed it. Who was she to deprive her boyfriend the spectacle of her adorableness?
"I do get a good vibe from him." She said in reference to Erik. "Did he say what kind of establishment he runs? We should visit sometime. Oooh, maybe it's a magic shop. Or a tavern. Huh, 'establishment' can mean many things."
She hoped she didn't just ask to go visit a brothel.
While Vaelar talked business with Lady Naoki, Jun took another look at the Princess' dress. It was beautiful enough to convince Jun of her lie. "I know right? Honestly, women don't have to do nearly as much to impress in my homeland. Although, I guess you get used to it after a while. But you know..."
She lifted her dress up slightly to reveal her masculine style dress shoes. She continued slyly, "You can always cheat once in a while."
This was about when she heard the phrase "civil unrest." She shifted back to Vaelar's conversation, her darting eyes processing that Vaelar was getting ready to get back to work. A part of her was concerned, but she quickly realized that it would be hypocritical of her to be worried about her boyfriend being in combat. Her mind quickly returned to the question of civil unrest.
"There ought to be a peaceful solution to what's happening outside though." She said hopefully. She had never really seen a protest before.
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Vaelar Black
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 114
Age: 35
Physical Description: Vaelar is a massively tall man, standing at a height of six and a quarter feet and possessing a powerful build. He has flowing, well-kept hair of snow white, reaching down past his shoulders, and eyes of a deep violet. He has a youthful face and a strong, well-cut jawline, usually covered with a dusting of stubble. Overall, his appearance is much more youthful than his actual age, and his energy and charisma has not dissipated over the years of his being a sellsword.
Clothes and Equipment: ===================================================
Outside of battle, Vaelar wears simple and comfortable, yet elegant clothing. His indigo tunic is made of cave spider silk, breathable and flowing, and purposefully baggy so as to show off a hint of his muscular build. He usually wears a set of dark brown leather trousers to go along with it, completing the ensemble with a pair of well-built leather boots.
In battle he wears a set of heavy full plate, the metal of which has been stained black with red trim, an imposing depiction of a red dragon painted across the chest. Normally he wears no helmet, preferring as wide a range of view as possible. As for weaponry, he normally wields a well-made bastard sword handed down his bloodline named "Nightrend", paired with a steel kite shield, although the shield can be abandoned and the bastard sword wielded with two hands. On his belt he generally carries a complement of several different throwable substances, from gaseous potions to napatha to a vial of an unknown, viscous substance which traps his enemy in a thick, sticky black slime, simultaneously slowing their actions and compromising armour strength with its acidity.
Registered: Sept 13, 2015 7:53:53 GMT -8
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Post by Vaelar Black on Nov 7, 2018 22:29:49 GMT -8
Vaelar smiles internally at Jun's blushing, but externally he must continue to put on his business face, keeping a pleasant yet inscrutable faint smile upon his lips.
"It's settled, then. Four days from now, when the sun is at its crux, I will visit the Citadel and we will hammer out a deal," replies Vaelar with a resolute nod. And then, he drops the topic as quickly as he picked it up, and turns back to Jun.
"There may be yet, and I hope that is the case! Anyway, we surely should visit whatever establishment it is that Mister Haldar runs. He doesn't seem like the businesslike type -- all the more reason his shoppe should be more pleasant than the norm! I find those who are more sincere than your average businessman ironically run much better businesses. Less...expansionist, perhaps, but far more genuine," he states.
Vaelar presses a gloved fingertip to his bottom lip in thought for a moment as the conversation lulls, his brow furrowed in thought.
"What shall we do next, dearest? Ah! I have it," he exclaims, raising that same fingertip in triumph.
"Do you dance, my lady?"
He gives Jun a broad and daring grin.
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 7, 2018 22:32:02 GMT -8
The Empress blinks and looks between those assembled around the table.
“Nonono, hold on. What's happening outside?” She looks to Jun, as the one who mentioned it and one she trusts for information.
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Jun of the Celadine
Widely Known
Roleplay posts: 1,410
Age: 28
Physical Description: Jun is a human adult, standing 5’4”. She is wiry and fit at approximately 120 lbs. She has olive skin, dark brown hair ending just above her shoulders, and slight epicanthic folds over her dark almond eyes. Her face is squarish with a small chin. Her skin is dotted with battle scars, and her left arm is heavily bandaged due to an unknown affliction.
Clothes and Equipment: Jun possesses a vast collection of seeds, herbs, insects, and scrolls hidden in various pouches in her armor. These serve as reagents for her multitude of spells. Her armor consists of a customized, long-coat style gambeson that is stuffed with a matrix of seeds and plant fibers. Fitted on top is a set of brass-like, enchanted half armor (chest piece, pauldrons, and tassets) which gives off a warm aura. She has an open-faced, burgonet style helmet and coif of the same materials.
Her most notable "weapons" are Blackbean and Resonance. Blackbean is an elephant-sized demon crow which has served with Jun for many years as a mount and as a bodyguard. A minor enchantment allows him to disguise himself as a regular crow. Resonance is an azure blue longsword with a mind of his own. He can intercept minor attacks and can teleport to his owner. He can also use a personal reserve of magic to aid in the casting of a single spell.
Allegiances: Isra
Player's online availability : Frequently
Registered: Mar 27, 2015 22:57:52 GMT -8
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Post by Jun of the Celadine on Nov 7, 2018 22:57:00 GMT -8
"Do I dance? I mean, probably." Jun replied innocently, inadvertently revealing that the answer was not at all.
Jun winced when she realized that Naoki had not been briefed. She thought carefully about how to relay this strange phenomenon to her.
"Oh, well, when me and Vaelar flew in, we saw a group of people gathered outside the gates. They were a diverse crowd from multiple races. They weren't armed. Instead, they carried candles and lamps. And they were holding up signs. They seem to be protesting the inequitable treatment of certain races. At least one of the signs directly mentioned gnomes. And well, a few signs seemed to imply that the empress really ought to do something about it."
She turned to Vaelar. "I understand the premise, but I've never seen anything quite like this before. As far as I know, they aren't breaking any laws. It's interesting really."
She returned her gaze to Naoki. "I wouldn't like to see them removed with force, although I guess their presence is somewhat... annoying?"
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 9, 2018 10:18:19 GMT -8
The Empress’s mouth forms a straight line. It would have been too much to ask for the event to occur without a hitch, but protesters aren’t one of the issues she planned for.
“Well,” she begins, with her carefully-neutral tone, “Interesting or no, I would rather they not. It sounds like something one would organize in an effort to disrupt the event, perhaps as a distraction for something else. I don’t know what inequality they could be referring to.”
Naoki huffs a small huff of irritation. “But thank you for telling me. I’ll see the matter addressed.”
After she’s finished speaking, Naoki maintains eye contact with Jun for a few seconds more. Those paying close attention to her ears may notice her earring glimmer slightly.
“Enjoy the ball,” The Empress adds audibly, gesturing toward the dance floor with a smile. Silently, Naoki applauds her own foresight for having chosen a seat with a good view. This way, she’ll be able to appreciate Jun’s dancing without being obvious about it.
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Koitika
Established
Roleplay posts: 39
Age: Unknown
Physical Description: Koitika stands at a meagre 8” tall, no larger than a typical stuffed toy. Her features are quite rounded and cute as well like a toy- even the small bat wings perched on her back contribute to the illusion. Upon first glance, her pastel golden tresses appear to be very curly and bouncy but upon close inspection, her hair is actually a mass of tentacles. She has a rather impassive face, and isn’t overly expressive except in a few instances. Generally her eyes appear closed, but when opened, her eyes are a rich royal purple with pentagrams over her pupils.
Clothes and Equipment: Koitika prefers to wear cute, rather frilly clothes with accessories such as bonnets, necklaces, bracelets etc. She doesn't like wearing the same thing twice- ever. The only constant to her outfit is her precious stuffed bunny. She brings it everywhere with her.
Allegiances: To Naoki
Registered: Oct 11, 2018 13:51:21 GMT -8
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Post by Koitika on Nov 9, 2018 15:22:59 GMT -8
Koitika gave a soft sigh as she stretched and gave a small yawn, the tips of her razor sharp fangs typically hidden behind her closed mouth smile glinting in the light. There was a bit of a lull in the stream of ball goers which mean she was free to take a bit of a break. She had been busily enchanting and directing the servants about to make sure every aspect of the ball went smoothly and so far it had been, other than the troublesome group of protestors but they were hardly of much concern. Now that she was satisfied that all was ticking along like a clock, she decided to go to her mistress and receive a bit of praise for a job well done. Straightening the lovely crimson gown that she had summoned to match her mistress she let her form flicker in and out of existence, one moment at the receiving hall, the next sitting on Naoki's shoulder at her table. Her tentacles affectionately brushed Naoki's cheek as her violet eyes opened taking in her new surroundings "Good evening Mistress." She chirped looking up at her. |
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Alden Marshal
Widely Known
Roleplay posts: 1,420
Age: 30
Physical Description: Alden is 6 even, with shoulder length messy black hair, and several days worth of beard stubble. He is handsome, with a powerful jaw, mid set cheek bones, and a perpetual grin that makes him seem younger than he really is. His bright green eyes, constantly sparkle with barely contained mirth. He has the lithe well muscled body of a swordsmen, and he moves with considerable grace and dexterity.
If one where to take more thorough examination of Alden's eyes they may notice a further detail. Around the outside edge of his iris's there's an intricate series of minuscule grey runes.
Alden rarely removes his shirt, but should someone see him with it off, they would find his body to be covered in scar tissue. Starting from just below his neckline, there is very little space that does not sport some relic of a past injury. A particularly observant person may also note that among these scars, some are a bright scarlet. These scarlet scars form an intricate series of runes hiding among the others.
Those of a more magical bent may be able to decipher the runes in his eyes and on his skin. Identifying them as sigils more commonly found on magical items. The most obvious effect of the runes on his body, are increased speed, strength, and durability.
The runes on his eyes give him the ability to detect magical auras and residue, as well as allowing him to see through low level illusions and glamours. They also maintain his vision regardless of the current light level, and even if there is a sudden shift. His eyes are also capable of dropping into the infrared spectrum in complete darkness.
The rune work on his body enhances his natural strength, speed, endurance, durability, and reflexes to almost super human levels. The effects make him a formidable opponent for most magical creatures though only because they are supplemented by exceptional skill.
This means that all though he is almost super human in a straight contest of strength or speed he would most likely loose to most other magically enhanced humanoids such as vampires or were wolves.
Alden's runes also greatly increase his healing rate allowing him to recover from injuries that would normally take a few months for a person to recover from in a few short weeks. Not only do Alden's runes accelerate healing they also enhance it. A normal persons body will repair itself until it is functioning again then stop, thanks to the runes Alden's body will continues to fix itself until it is in near perfect condition. His healing abilities enhance his already prodigious stamina as it repairs muscle damage and lactic build up and it also increases longevity as he does not accumulate long term damage as most people do.
Finally his body runes provide protection from people attempts to find him magically. Detection spells will be obfuscated their readings on his location being off by about 20 meters. Long distance scrying and tracking spells are only able to narrow down his area to somewhere within a mile radius. It should be noted that these protections can be overcome by someone with sufficient power or ingenuity.
His runes cannot be removed unless they are cut off of his body using an appropriate ritual knife and magic. If the runes are disrupted in any other way they will simply grow back in a few weeks time.
The final thing that only someone versed in rune craft and enchanting would be able to tell is this: The process of these runes being carved into his bodies would have been unbelievably painful. A normal person would have been driven insane or to suicide if they had this happen to them. During the carving process un-directed magical energies would begin to take hold and tear apart your soul. The pain this would not cease until the rune pattern was completed. This means the pain caused would be on a spiritual and physical level of incredible magnitude.
Clothes and Equipment: Read this post for equipment update: http://thefantasysandbox.boards.net/post/27933
A re-paired and enchanted grey cloak, leather armor, twin short swords, bag of candy, full water skin, a few days worth of travel rations, enchanted leather boots, and a brace of throwing knives.
Player's online availability : On and off during the day, more active during evenings (EST)
Registered: Oct 30, 2015 14:59:43 GMT -8
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Post by Alden Marshal on Nov 9, 2018 15:48:40 GMT -8
"Should I address it, your eminence?"
The masculine tenor voice is not loud but it cuts through the indistinct chatter of the crowd as easily as a knife through butter. It was something in the way the words are said, the implication behind them. That addressing the issue could be anything that The Empress wished, that she could order them asked to leave peacefully or executed on the spot and it would be done without a single ounce of hesitation. There was, in the entire empire, only one person who could convey such loyalty and ruthless efficiency in the same breath.
Stepping out from the crowd with Kauri in tow is Alden Marshal, High Marshal of Isra. Recovering emotionless assassin who occasionally has small relapses if it is for the greater good of Isra. Although personal bias means that, as many know, he views what is best of Isra as being the same as what is best for the Empress. The question of if this is, strictly speaking, accurate was up in the air for some. Not Alden though, Naoki had provided him with everything he had save for his children, although she was providing for them as well, and for that he would, could, and had killed for her.
"And hello Jun, it has been far too long."
As he settles in next to the table he gives Jun a warm, genuine smile. The last time they had been in each other's company had been during one of the most unpleasant days of his life. However, the young woman had stood at his side throughout the entire ordeal of returning to the place he'd been created. For that she too had the unquestioned loyalty of a man with, shall we say, flawed ethics. Although her more heroic ethics had managed to ingrain a bit more restraint into Alden's actions.
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Princess Desa
Established
Roleplay posts: 16
Age: 19
Physical Description: With pale skin, Princess Desa's silky skin is as pale as the snow, but as delicate as porcelain. Her brown-gold eyes shimmer, her chocolate hair usually very poofy. She is rather petite, being 4'11.
Clothes and Equipment: Desa has a deep love for yellow and brown, and her attire matches. She usually dresses in champagnes and chocolates, with an abundance of pearls and gold. She has special runic writings upon her clothing, for health and protection.
Registered: Nov 2, 2018 15:28:06 GMT -8
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Post by Princess Desa on Nov 9, 2018 19:19:38 GMT -8
Princess Desa looks at the Empress with a coy smile. "So, Naoki, how are you faring?" She asked casually, as one would an old friend. "Last we spoke you were rather.. Irked about succession. Did you ever find a solution to that filemad?" She was breaking character, but Desa didn't like Naoki not recognizing her. She would be acknowledged.
Desa's eyes were still a shimmering gold, but if Naoki looked she could see a speck of crystalline blue somewhere in the champagne pools. An eerily familiar shade of blue. Desa smiled her dazzling smile at Naoki once more.
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Kauri Graves
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 262
Age: 26
Physical Description: Kauri has a complexion so pale that she seems to mimic the glow of the moon. Atop her head stands two long, thin coppery horns that seem unnervingly sharp at their tips.
Her eyes are similar to a cat's with a bright yellow iris and a slit pupil. The fingers on her right hand seem shorter and are fixed with long, sturdy claws most useful for climbing.
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Kauri's clothes seem somewhat colorful, sometimes scarce and sometimes superfluous depending on the ever-changing weather of her home. They're always slightly decorative, but sewn and forged with purpose.
She wears small amounts of armor, such as braces, breastplates, and greaves, but they're usually very small and are built more for movement than they are for protection.
She is skilled with a bow and sword, both of which she carries with her consistently. None of her weapons are terribly special, but they're sturdy and well made.
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Allegiances: Isra
Registered: Nov 22, 2017 13:22:51 GMT -8
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Post by Kauri Graves on Nov 9, 2018 23:17:46 GMT -8
Hanging by Alden's arm was the flaxen-haired chimera, unphased by the man's tone. She understood his station well and never once pretended he would stray away from it. Still, that didn't mean the man was a golem. The way he greeted Jun was evidence enough.
Once Naoki had been addressed, she dipped in a low curtsey and gave the woman a warm smile. "Good evening, Empress Naoki."
When their attention turned to Jun, who she had yet to meet, she curtseyed again. She knew who she was, at least. "And to you as well, Jun of the Celandine. My name is Kauri Graves. I'm pleased to meet you at last!"
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Vaelar Black
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 114
Age: 35
Physical Description: Vaelar is a massively tall man, standing at a height of six and a quarter feet and possessing a powerful build. He has flowing, well-kept hair of snow white, reaching down past his shoulders, and eyes of a deep violet. He has a youthful face and a strong, well-cut jawline, usually covered with a dusting of stubble. Overall, his appearance is much more youthful than his actual age, and his energy and charisma has not dissipated over the years of his being a sellsword.
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Outside of battle, Vaelar wears simple and comfortable, yet elegant clothing. His indigo tunic is made of cave spider silk, breathable and flowing, and purposefully baggy so as to show off a hint of his muscular build. He usually wears a set of dark brown leather trousers to go along with it, completing the ensemble with a pair of well-built leather boots.
In battle he wears a set of heavy full plate, the metal of which has been stained black with red trim, an imposing depiction of a red dragon painted across the chest. Normally he wears no helmet, preferring as wide a range of view as possible. As for weaponry, he normally wields a well-made bastard sword handed down his bloodline named "Nightrend", paired with a steel kite shield, although the shield can be abandoned and the bastard sword wielded with two hands. On his belt he generally carries a complement of several different throwable substances, from gaseous potions to napatha to a vial of an unknown, viscous substance which traps his enemy in a thick, sticky black slime, simultaneously slowing their actions and compromising armour strength with its acidity.
Registered: Sept 13, 2015 7:53:53 GMT -8
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Post by Vaelar Black on Nov 13, 2018 13:09:39 GMT -8
Vaelar gives a low chuckle at Jun's innocent revelation that she, in fact, does not dance at all, and displays a small grin.
"That's okay, love, I don't dance either. In fact, I'm terrible at it. Let's go dance then!" he exclaims, though he glances about as a few more people join the fray and offer their greetings to the woman.
"Well, once you're done here, anyway," he continues, though his tone is proud rather than bitter at her being the center of attention.
He waits patiently, simply holding her hand in his as she socialises, offering polite smiles to any who tear their eyes from Jun to glance in his direction. He does speak once more to Naoki, however.
"Yes, I noted the presence of these...protesters as well, upon arrival. They were non-violent, as my dear said, but something of a nuisance. They appeared to be mostly working-class men, though one stood out in formal dress and appeared to be the leader based upon how the crowd looked to him. I assume, therefore, that this is not a simple peasant's protest, but something orchestrated by one more affluent. Just an unproven hypothesis at this point, of course, but I've seen many peasant revolts in my days as a sellsword, and this man did not look like any peasant I've seen."
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
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Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 15, 2018 16:35:36 GMT -8
“Hello, Koitika.” Though initially somewhat surprised to find the miniature demoness sitting on her shoulder, Naoki reaches up to give her tentacles an affectionate fondle. Before she can get much farther, though, Alden cuts in.
“No, Alden, I would not like you to address it — thank you.”
While Naoki does not doubt that Alden could handle the problem, probably even in a nonlethal fashion, he carries a reputation that would make implications she wouldn’t necessarily like to make right now.
“They’re just citizens that have been manipulated, there’s no need for you to get involved,” she elaborates once he’s closer. Being addressed by so many people simultaneously is somewhat overwhelming, but The Empress does her best to respond to them each in turn.
“Hello, Kauri.” The Empress spends a moment to eyeball them both. The sight of Alden in a quote, “formal” doublet isn’t altogether strange, but certainly novel, and Kauri is better off without a bonnet, she thinks. “The pair of you look marvelous, my compliments to the lucky tailor.” She smirks and gestures, “I invite you to sit.”
It is then Princess Desa’s turn to receive an incredulous look from The Empress. Who does she think — then it clicks. It’s Venus, being e x t r a. Naoki’s incredulous look transitions into an exaggerated eye roll. “I’m doing quite well — thank you,” she responds, with a nonzero amount of exasperation creeping into her tone. “The matter of succession is still something I’ve yet to deal with, but if you’re volunteering, you too should visit me at The Citadel later, as that would be a more appropriate setting.”
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Princess Desa
Established
Roleplay posts: 16
Age: 19
Physical Description: With pale skin, Princess Desa's silky skin is as pale as the snow, but as delicate as porcelain. Her brown-gold eyes shimmer, her chocolate hair usually very poofy. She is rather petite, being 4'11.
Clothes and Equipment: Desa has a deep love for yellow and brown, and her attire matches. She usually dresses in champagnes and chocolates, with an abundance of pearls and gold. She has special runic writings upon her clothing, for health and protection.
Registered: Nov 2, 2018 15:28:06 GMT -8
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Post by Princess Desa on Nov 15, 2018 17:16:07 GMT -8
"Oh, alright. I had wanted to explore the Hedge Maze with you perhaps, but the Citadel should be sufficient. I hope you don't mind, but I do think I will attend that summit later, yes?" She asked, her eyes gleaming in mirth. It took longer than Venus liked. And she gave a hint, too. The demoness in disguise shrugged, smiling lasciviously at Naoki. |
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 16, 2018 13:29:54 GMT -8
The Empress gives Desa another unamused look and considers for a moment.
“Only if you behave yourself,” she says, pointing. Naoki intends for The Summit to be serious, or at least maintain the pretense of respectability, and while having Venus in there waving her ass around won’t necessarily subvert that, Venus definitely could if she chose to. But she had better not.
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Koitika
Established
Roleplay posts: 39
Age: Unknown
Physical Description: Koitika stands at a meagre 8” tall, no larger than a typical stuffed toy. Her features are quite rounded and cute as well like a toy- even the small bat wings perched on her back contribute to the illusion. Upon first glance, her pastel golden tresses appear to be very curly and bouncy but upon close inspection, her hair is actually a mass of tentacles. She has a rather impassive face, and isn’t overly expressive except in a few instances. Generally her eyes appear closed, but when opened, her eyes are a rich royal purple with pentagrams over her pupils.
Clothes and Equipment: Koitika prefers to wear cute, rather frilly clothes with accessories such as bonnets, necklaces, bracelets etc. She doesn't like wearing the same thing twice- ever. The only constant to her outfit is her precious stuffed bunny. She brings it everywhere with her.
Allegiances: To Naoki
Registered: Oct 11, 2018 13:51:21 GMT -8
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Post by Koitika on Nov 16, 2018 14:05:41 GMT -8
Koitika tentacles stilled a bit as she gazed critically on at the offending woman. She could sense the demon's presence through her disguise well enough and merely mirrored Naoki's expression of skepticism and perhaps a touch of disdain though it was hard to tell with her rather impassive face. She respected other members of the demonic order well enough, but her loyalty lay completely with her mistresses. All other were lesser in comparison. Especially those that were fond of skin suits.
"I can keep my eyes on her if you wish Mistress, should she require a sitter." She mused turning to look up at Naoki again, blatantly ignoring the other demoness.
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Princess Desa
Established
Roleplay posts: 16
Age: 19
Physical Description: With pale skin, Princess Desa's silky skin is as pale as the snow, but as delicate as porcelain. Her brown-gold eyes shimmer, her chocolate hair usually very poofy. She is rather petite, being 4'11.
Clothes and Equipment: Desa has a deep love for yellow and brown, and her attire matches. She usually dresses in champagnes and chocolates, with an abundance of pearls and gold. She has special runic writings upon her clothing, for health and protection.
Registered: Nov 2, 2018 15:28:06 GMT -8
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Post by Princess Desa on Nov 16, 2018 14:57:26 GMT -8
'Desa' sighed, nodding. "Oh very well," she said with faux-annoyance. She wasn't annoyed in the slightest, rather amused. She didn't intend to seduce anyone at the summit anyways, none of the visiting royals appealed to her. The white haired woman she spied nearby intrigued her, though. She had a familiar scent.
As Koitika made her comment, Desa bristled. Her eyes narrowed as she pirsed her lips. "If anyone here would require a sitter, it would be you, little demonette." She snapped, insulted. Venus could handle a bit of teasing just fine from a mortal empress, but for a demon, especially one that clearly didn't respect itself, to talk down on her, it made her blood boil.
She was much her mother's daughter, but in this, she was truly her father's daughter. Her mind swirled with volatile thoughts, as she fought Pandemos' callings. Squashing the thoughts, banishing them with a deep exhale and a tight, forced but sweet smile.
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Koitika
Established
Roleplay posts: 39
Age: Unknown
Physical Description: Koitika stands at a meagre 8” tall, no larger than a typical stuffed toy. Her features are quite rounded and cute as well like a toy- even the small bat wings perched on her back contribute to the illusion. Upon first glance, her pastel golden tresses appear to be very curly and bouncy but upon close inspection, her hair is actually a mass of tentacles. She has a rather impassive face, and isn’t overly expressive except in a few instances. Generally her eyes appear closed, but when opened, her eyes are a rich royal purple with pentagrams over her pupils.
Clothes and Equipment: Koitika prefers to wear cute, rather frilly clothes with accessories such as bonnets, necklaces, bracelets etc. She doesn't like wearing the same thing twice- ever. The only constant to her outfit is her precious stuffed bunny. She brings it everywhere with her.
Allegiances: To Naoki
Registered: Oct 11, 2018 13:51:21 GMT -8
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Post by Koitika on Nov 16, 2018 15:06:09 GMT -8
"I'm not the one with rather distasteful hobbies though." Koitika mused lightly, turning a hair to give her a sidelong look, her feet kicking sweetly as she sat astride Naoki's shoulder. "You know, most of us tend to grow out of those with age... It would appear though, it's not always the case." She said lightly as she turned to stroke the ears of her stuffed rabbit, dismissing her again.
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