Character Creation and Sample Profile

[Xavier]

Here we cover the basics of creating a character. The mechanics are quite simple, but we do enforce some rules.

1. START A THREAD IN THE NEW MEMBERS SECTION. Title it your character's name. Include all information possible. You will not be able to edit your character profile without moderator approval, this way we can avoid god-modding.

2. In accordance with rule 1, don't god-mod. For those of you who don't know what that is, it's using powers your character does not have, or amping up your character's powers to a level higher than they are supposed to be.

3. We do not permit characters of demi-god power levels or higher. We feel these characters make it difficult for other characters to participate and be challenged.

4. Characters must be approved before they can be played.
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That's all the rules. Now for the profile. In order to have a proper character profile, you will need the following information.

Name: your character's name. Nicknames may be included.

Age: your character's physical age. If they appear older or younger, list this as well.

Race: Your character's race or species. If the race is not well known, the Racial Description section must also be completed. (There are currently no racial restrictions so long as no other rules are broken.)

Racial Description(optional): For rare or special species, a proper description of the race will be needed. This can also be completed for common species, but it is optional.

Class (optional): Your character's profession/class may be listed here.

Power Level: This denotes on what tier of strength the character is. The scale goes as follows 1.Critter(mouse)- 2.Weak(dog)- 3.Natural Human- 4.Enhanced Human(wizard or expert swordsman)- 5.Super Human(archmage/master assassin)- 6.Titan (Dragons)- 7.Demigod/Immortals (Super Man)- 8.Gods(Duh) If you do not know what level your character is on, the standard character power level is super human. Feel free to ask if you have trouble.

Native Land (optional): Some characters are not from Ecliptico at all, and are transported here through random acts of magic. This is why the races of Ecliptico are so diverse. If your character is not native to this world, it is often a good idea to explain where they were from originally and how they got here.

Physical Description: Your character's looks. This includes height, eye color, typical clothing, hair style/color, skin tone and so on.

Special Abilities: These are the traits that define your character's super-human capabilities. Details must be included, and preferably a limit or example of the ability strength should be listed as well.

Skills: These are your characters more mundane skills. Proficiency with weapons, cooking, ability to ride horses are some examples. If these traits are extraordinary... like a master swordsman or the ability to speak to horses... list them in the Special Abilities section instead.

Personality (optional): a short personality description is encouraged, but not required. How your character generally acts, quirks, and other tidbits may be included.

Bio/History (optional): Here you may include the back story for your character if you wish to do so.

Gear: Here is where you list what your character is carrying at the time he or she is created. Gear will, of course, change over time... so if you gain additional items you are allowed to add them in later. If you are carrying something not listed in your gear, please make a note in your entry post into any roleplay thread.

Goals: What your character wishes to accomplish in the long-term.


Below will be a sample profile to show you one way of creating a character.

[Xavier]

Name: Raja "Rah-Man" Soulburn

Age: 32

Race: Solarite

Race Description: Solarites are a nomadic race of humanoids who live primarily in the burning fields of Aeok. Their bodies are nearly transparent and appear to be made of a flexible, refelctive glass, and are often slender. Skin color varies from each individual, but are typically warm colors, or light blue. They cannot see well in dim light, but have excellent vision in even the brightest light. Their eyes are solid colors, usually red or yellow. traditionally they keep their heads shaved, but those who live outside of the nomad colonies sometimes forsake the old ways and grow a fine crystalline head of hair.

Class: Warlord/Battlemage

Native Land: Aeok. He was once the leader of a Solarite clan, but was outcast for mating with a non-Solarite. Since that time he has resided in The Belt.

Physical Description: Raja is an unusual Solarite in the fact that he is bulky instead of thin. He stands at an impressive 6'3" with burning yellow eyes and often sporting a sort of smile on his thin lips. Having lived among humans for a long time, Raja has a shaggy mane of blonde, crystal hair. His skin is a light blue color where visible, and often he wears a heavy suit of golden full-plate armor fashioned to look like a dragon. His hands are large, and he carries himself in a manner that speaks of a bold sort of confidence, like a leader. Some scars cover his chest, circular arrow wounds from past battles. Scar tissue is a darker blue, and does not reflect light like the rest of his body.

Special Abilities:
Commanding Presence- Raja is naturally intimidating to those who think about attacking him, but he also has a magical aura around him that enhances this effect. Anyone without greater than average willpower will simply cower at the thought of fighting him. This does not work on wild animals, or those with magical shielding. around their bodies.
Solar Flare- A racial trait, Raja naturally soaks up sunlight. If needed he can release this light in a flash of blinding light that can disorient enemies, and if directed may cause sever burns at a short distance (10-20 ft.) He is not affected, nor would any other Solarite be harmed or blinded.
Moderate Super Strength- Raja is stronger than the average human, capable of lifting up to a ton over his head with some effort. His physique is strengthened to support the extra strength, meaning if he punches someone barehanded, he won't break his wrist.

Skills: Proficient in heavy armor, highly proficient with the longsword, decent with smaller blades. He knows how to use other weapons, but has had much less practice. he knows how to ride horses, as well as a myriad of flying creatures, including dragons.

Personality: Raja is a mercenary of sorts. He lives for thrills and loves to take dangerous jobs. He has a charismatic way of speaking, and is usually respectful to most everyone he meets. He is not loyal, however, and will likely turn around attack his employer is someone simply asked him to.

Gear: Sunsteel longsword and plate armor- golden in color, this metal is made to withstand extreme heat. It hardens when in contact with direct sunlight, making it very difficult to penetrate. In absence of sunlight, the metal will slowly soften until it is about the same hardness as gold... and is very easy to destroy.
Undershirt and pants.
Pouch of coins, full.
Water skin, full.

Power Level: 4.5

Goals: Wishes to retake his seat at the head of his clan, and eventually become the supreme leader of the Solarites. Alternatively, he would be happy just getting filthy rich and buying himself a castle.