Ashes and Illusions~

[MegaAbsol]

'Ashes and Illusions
Why are we here? Where is here? Why are we doing this?
What awaits us here, we don't know...

This the story of an adventure born from the ashes.

Fear, survival, instinct. Thrown into a foreign land with nothing but hazy memories and the knowledge of their name, they can feel only these three emotions resonating deep within their souls. A group of strangers is given no other choice than to accept the only paying job in this game-like world—the role of a soldier in the Reserve Army—and eliminate anything that threatens the peace in their new world, Grimgar.
It is now up to this ragtag group of unlikely fighters to survive together in a world where life and death are separated only by a fine line. '

This RP is loosely based off an anime called Grimgar, occurring in the same world using much of the same logic and rules. It'd be convenient to watch/read it first before entering, but it's not a necessity. (But the art style is amazing, so you're gonna miss out on a lot!)

Grimgar is a part of a world that seems to possess similarities to a MMORPG game. In this world, the only paying job appears to be 'adventuring', namely signing up as Volunteer Soldiers to hunt monsters around Grimgar.

The "Grimgar" word is used by residents to refer to the world they live in.
It is divided into north and south by the Tenryuu mountains, with the north described as the 'frontier'.
The human race is hostile to other groups like goblins, kobolds, orcs, and are actively fighting against them. Reserve Army or Volunteer Soldiers help keep towns safe. Grimgar consists of:
Tenryuu Mountain Range
Kingdom of Aravakia
Kingdom of Ishmael
Kingdom of Nananka

The population of Grimgar consists of:
Humans
Goblins
Kobolds
Orcs
Elves
Dwarves
Centaurs
Undead

'Volunteers' are what we start as, people not from Grimgar, which we must accept as our new reality. We wake up with no memories besides our names, but occasionally say things we don't understand. Registering with the Crimson Moon Reserve Army earns you 10 silver, though 8 must be used to join a Guild.
Further information on Guilds and classes can be obtained here.

History of Grimgar:
Era of the Undying Empire:
There was once a reigning king of Grimgar who had been followed by an immortal race, and is now said to be dead. His prophecy, or curse, which remains, causes people who have not received a proper death ceremony (of cremation and burial) to turn into a moving corpse. This artificial life is caused due to the curse of the king of immortality.

More history in detail below:
South of Altana lay a series of tall, precipitous mountains known as the Tenryuu Mountain Range. The Tenryuu Mountains divided the Grimgal continent into two parts. The southern part was considered the mainland while the northern area, including Altana, was known as the frontier.

Or at least “frontier” was what the humans called it. The main continent, Altana, and the frontier territories, north of the Tenryuu Mountains, were in the possession of the human Aravakia Kingdom. However, until about one hundred fifty years ago, the frontier hadn’t been a frontier at all. In the past, there existed several human kingdoms, and humans were the predominant race of Grimgal.

However, everything had changed with the arrival of the fearsome, demonic-magic wielding Deathless King. He did not just possess military and magical might, but was a skilled politician as well. The Deathless King brought forth a new race of undead and, as their leader, did more than merely conquer. He convinced the leaders of other races to acknowledge his authority, formed a confederation of kings with them, and subsequently went to war with the human kingdoms. The humans were easily defeated and forced to flee south of the Tenryuu Mountains.

Afterwards, the Deathless King was nominated by his fellow kings to become the emperor and thus the Undying Empire was born. Until the death of the Deathless King about one hundred years ago, humans were largely unable to set foot north of the Tenryuu Mountains, but with the loss of his unifying leadership the Undying Empire fell apart. Taking advantage of the opportunity, the Aravakia Kingdom established Altana as their stronghold in the north and so it has remained to this day.

[MegaAbsol]

Character Sheet:

Name:
Age:
Gender:
Appearance:
Personality: (not too important, can be explored through RP)
Class:
Weapon:
What they possessed when they woke up: (Remember, phones don't exist here)
History*: (Not much, perhaps for occasional info dumps)
Other:

(*Probably the most unimportant, and should be paid very little attention; history didn't exist with people in the anime, and is mainly here for plot purposes)

EDIT: History has been since canceled as Grimgar encourages citizens to live in the present, as they don't have a past.

[MegaAbsol]

Note:
Keep in mind that certain objects do not exist in this world. Hence, no one knows what a 'phone', 'gun', 'TV', etc, is.
Small change: the moon is red.
This RP has a high death rate, with character death completely possible. Hence, you can have up to 2 characters at a time, and in the event that one dies, you may make another to take it's place. You can keep doing this forever, as long as you have character ideas :P
Money is in short supply in this world; you have to work to earn it. 2 Silver can last you two weeks with minimal expenses (low rent, cheap food, no extra costs like buying jewelry, armour, etc)
For the duration of lasting as a Volunteer soldier, you will live in a place specially meant for parties, with rent due either daily or weekly (it's not like the rate changes :3)
The way to earn money is by killing monsters. They often carry money on them, or objects that are worth money, referred to as 'spoils'. For Dread Knights, they must make the killing blow on an enemy, take a part of it back to the Guild to obtain 'Vice'.
Certain enemies have a bounty on them.
Signing up to be a Volunteer Soldier earns you 10 silver, but to obtain an official badge (with it's perks) takes 20 silver. It is the initial goal.
1 copper coin is the lowest form of currency.
100 copper coins = 1 silver coin
100 silver coins = 1 gold coin

Rules are standard, like any other RP. Do I really need to say them? :P
(Disclaimer: Due to the death rate, gore (such as mention of blood) is allowed, and the writer can delve into more detail if they wish.)

The cost of certain items (spoils, food, armour) will be discussed and established, and a common inventory will be kept. Remember, team work is everything here. Besides that, have fun, and try not to die!

[Anzantos]

Name:
Anzan

Age:
17

Appearance:


Gender:
Male

Personality:
Looks out for the others in the team trying to act as the big brother of the group kinda though can occasionally slip up and end up looking like the little brother despite his best efforts. He tries to appear strong though knows it's not in his nature and he's more of the athletic type, small, agile, those sorts that make him being a Thief seem somewhat fitting. He's in good health with no known illnesses or injuries. His stamina is above average due to the sports he used to do.

He's normally rather likable without too strong a personality which enable people to be more trusting of him and thus makes his job much easier. He is loyal too though knowing who his friends are and his group; the ones he'd never swindle. He's usually quite good at haggling but isn't exactly much of a leader preferring to go with the flow and be more of a second or even third in command able to take the mantle if required but, not seeking it out.

Weapon:
Dagger

What they possessed when they woke up:
- My Clothes
- A Hair Comb (Didn't really know what exists here so thought sod it just have this and leave it at that)

Other:
- Usually wears a black half mask balaclava

[MegaAbsol]

(Crap, my bad. Forgot to write Class in the char sheet. Though I know you've taken Thief, so all good~)

((Do I need to say approved? xP Us four are pretty much auto-approved; besides, who's approving each other? We don't have a head of this RP~))

[Anzantos]

I actually thought it was a good initial choice cause, depending on how we start it we might not yet be our classes, We've still gotta arrive, form a party and go join the guilds.

I dunno probs not lol as said auto-approved for us guys yay group rp

[Beedrill]

Name: Deramoto (Deh-rah-mo-to)

Age: 18

Gender: Male

Appearance:
https://i.servimg.com/u/f86/17/67/87/38/charac10.jpg

Personality:
Deramoto seems to be a quiet person, but when someone starts up an interesting conversation, he is more than willing to join in, however, he will avoid the more saddening conversations. He seems to hide a bit when he is sad, and he also hides his sadness as well. He also doesn't forget much, he likes to remember every little detail he possibly can. Strategies, opponents, little scratches in areas, people's mishaps. Another thing with great memory is the fact that forgetting his past makes him constantly wondering a bit. With many different weird events going on, he does seem to think a lot, and with that, he also likes to think strategically and plan out what would be the best route to win.

Class: Hunter

Weapon:  

What they possessed when they woke up:
Just the clothes on his back

Other:

[MegaAbsol]

(Looking good! It's cool of you leave the class blank, you can discuss it in RP with others too. (Just a heads up - there can be more than one person of each class in a group) ((In fact, I don't know the limits to the size of a group - more the people, the less each one earns?))
Also, he can't be dead if he's here :P This isn't Angel Beats. Ahem, on a serious note, he's still well and alive, (if it's a brief memory, it's probably okay - doesn't sound too clear either) and why's he carrying around a semi-precious stone?)

(I'll go ahead and post my char in the next post~)

[MegaAbsol]

Name:
Eve

Age:
17

Gender:
Female

Appearance:

Normal and gear!~:

Never mind the sketchiness - made it in a hurry! ^^'

If you want a better looking reference, take these:

Not drawn by me!:

Warning! Huge images! Excessively good art!

Personality: (not too important, can be explored through RP)
Eve is a queer, complex mix, indecisive and disoriented as though she doesn't quite know who she wants to be. Silent, she has rarely spoken since as long as she remembers, and even in speech, hers is a quiet, monotonous, soft voice. Externally, she displays scarce emotion, whilst within she battles an internal conflict. Still in her young teens, she stands alone, unhindered, unassisted, to work out the world and her own self. She wonders at the world about her, and that being said, she lives roundly grounded in the present. She considers herself a fair judge of others, working out their mannerisms, behaviour, thoughts. Sentient beings intrigue her. Though she may be uncertain about herself, she makes split-second decisions as long as it's something she's comfortable with.
Eve has powerful ambition, and the will to get there, but when one brings sentiments into play, her confident exterior dissolves. Her personality seems to be quite situational and contradicting, as certain aspects of emotions, both hers and otherwise, are still unexplored territory to her. Intelligent, and often considered strange by others, she is very secretive and prefer to keeps to herself. She has great insight and her deduction skills are unlike any other. She is meticulous and tends to be a deep thinker that can see the “big picture”, and seldom needs - or asks for - advice. She has a sense of justice and what's right, but will not hesitate to resort to deceit. Eve is not accustomed to false modesty - if she says something, she means it; as is wont of her clear, transparent nature. She recognizes the power of words, and wields them carefully, gaining amazing eloquence. Although, she is someone who isn't always in touch with reality and tends to be lost in another thought or daydream.
She is fairly cool-headed, and unlikely to be swayed by emotions. Though she externally displays little sentiment, she does experience them within; she too is susceptible to pain, anger, loss, despair; joy, ecstasy. Surprise, shock, empathy.
Eve is, as such, not unfriendly; merely socially awkward, insecure and painfully shy.

In the right company, under her tough exterior is simply a young girl who enjoys having fun. She closes up instantaneously, reflexively to strangers, feeling awkward under the judging gazes of society, and generally avoids crowds like the plague, though with fluid motions, she can usually slip through them. She appears to be detached and uncaring, but when it comes down to it she is a very motivated and driven person. She fights for what she believes in and is very powerful. She would protect the ones that she cares for, even at the cost of her life. She is inconsistent, wilful, and fond of idly scratching the dirt.
Eve is mysterious, to the point that she suddenly zones out, eyes glazing over and 'looking at something only she can see', whatsoever it may be. Her vivid imagination loses her to golden frenzies of wind-stirred buttercups and glories of wild roses, golden domes of sunsets and heavy, dusky violet twilights. She refrains from doing things sometimes, so others wouldn't know what she is to do next, to remain unpredictable always, and naturally distances herself from company, aloof and shrouded in a cloak of night. No one knows, or will ever know, the thoughts registered in her mind. Her subtle, luculent movements keep her behavior from being read easily, though this behavior is not gained sub consciously. She consciously keeps track and is aware of all that goes around her, to the point of observing minute details.
Her personality, as such, is as fluid as her whims. Very random, they appear as random splashes of color on an otherwise blank canvas of paper. She can be shy a moment, and a raging she-dragon the other. Each aspect like the facet of a spectral gem, shimmering in all it's iridescent luminescence, she still makes a wonderful, unique, colourful mixture of a person to meet.

Likes:
Solitude
Quiet, peace
Thinking
Drawing in dust
Freedom
Running
Nature
Knowledge, wisdom
Fine arts
Sweets
Animals
Loyalty

Dislikes:
Most others
Getting wet
Sour/spicy/tasteless things
Being restricted
Being made fun of
Not comprehending something
Crowds

Class:
Hunter

Weapon:
Bow, arrows (20-30), two daggers

What she possessed when she woke up:
The clothes she wore, several pencils in her pockets, some handkerchiefs (Did she have OCD?) and a small drawing pad. And the band she tied her hair with.

Other:
She is prone to idly craft wood figurines and stare out of the window.
Also, the above personality is what she has discovered about herself since she's been in Grimgar.
Eve evidently didn't exercise too much in the past, as she's not in the best physical shape, just enough to be healthy. She can get tired quickly and easily, faster than most other people, and hence prefers shooting from the back. She shoots slowly, but surely, not missing frequently. Hence, she is, as such, weak at close combat, but despite that, she's quick on her feet as long as she's not tired.

[MegaAbsol]

Okay, the great Kitty-sama has told us to move on ahead due to her having exams for 3 weeks. While I don't really like doing that, we must obey! pwp In the name of Rei-senpai! Ahem, I mean, let's go. (Just the three of us >> Which is the least amount required for a team...)

Ask around and see if anyone else is interested~ o3o

[Anzantos]

Ok Let us go Mega~Chan you start the topic and I'll go from there seen as all above are auto-approved

[Anzantos]

Name:
Seishin

Age:
19

Gender:
Male

Appearance:


Personality:
Seishin tends to let emotions get the better of him more often than he'd care to admit and loves meeting new people as he is a naturally caring person. He always gets connected to his friends and team easily, allowing things to affect him in many different ways hence his devotion to becoming a priest and ensuring the protect of others. He finds music rather cleansing for the soul thus being a master of playing the lute though he doesn't currently have it, it just comes naturally to him.

Seishin is of good health now though in the past he occasionally had episodes where he'd just collapse unexpectedly it was a complete unknown to all as to what caused it though with age, exercise and maturity it just faded as quickly as it came. Life is a simple thing to Seishin and something he never takes for granted. He's rather introverted keeping himself to himself and only getting involved when absolutely necessary thus taking a back seat in important conversations and decisions. He has a sense of justice that stands high in his list of priorities for what to look out for, tending to seek out similar ideals in his friends and comrades. He is extremely trusting of people never taking much notice of their intentions just as long as they stay loyal to their friends and own ideals, watching out for the innocent and meek.

Class:
Priest

Weapon:
Staff

What they possessed when they woke up:
- Clothes
- A Necklace with an Emerald in it (He has no idea of it's value but feels a connection to it and refuses to sell it

Other:
Likes to cook and gets cold rather easily so always wears a scarf and white gloves with a matching strange pattern on them even in bright sunlight and intense heat. It seems to help him function in his duties as when he isn't wearing them he is much slower.

[MegaAbsol]

Great, now we have three introverted people xD The leader's gonna have a tough time (*looks at the only person/character who doesn't have an introverted nature*)

[Beedrill]

I think we should wait, cause then not only would Kitty be able to join, we could also learn more about Grimgar as well (I hope o3o). But I'm ok with starting early if you all want to :P

[Anzantos]

Hey I figured I have one pretty open Char, so my second will be Introverted, plus for the peaceful priest it seemed to make sense lol I don't wanna be responsible D: xD

We could, Kitty~Sama is still joining she's just got other stuff first and told us to start and she'll jump in. I'm down for starting whenever I'm just hyped

[MegaAbsol]

Kitty's told us to move ahead since her exams will span 3 weeks, she doesn't want to hold us back and she shouldn't be doing all this anyway, at the moment x3 I quote, mind o3o
In fact let me quote directly:
'Yes, prioritization! So yeah, don't worry about excluding me, because I would just hold you back, and tbh I'm not really meant to be doing stuff like that right now ahaha'

I'll be reading the light novel as we move on, and posting any new information I get here (though there is a fair amount I haven't written here >>) but now mostly we need a few more people. Poochy, you want another character?
(Get to asking around, darn it! D<)

We can indeed move on, but the initial stages will be just us finding our feet, so~

[Anzantos]

Well I got two already, accumulatively we have four so I guess if we're just finding our feet we could start, then any new peeps could be found or met in the market or tavern or if they're done quick enough right at the beginning. But I'm set. Still hope Kitty~Sama does well with her exams and then is able to join us triumphantly :D

[Beedrill]

I don't think me making another character is a good idea, considering the first one took a while and it isn't all that well done

Finding another person will also prove difficult, just for the simple fact I have no way of contacting anyone from here and none of my real friends are all that interested in RP XP

I can and will try to work on a character, and get it finished quickly however :P

[MegaAbsol]

Well, no worries o3o The RP topic will be up in...*glances* well, tomorrow :P Above 12 hours, so take a seat :3 In 18 hours or so~

EDIT: Never mind, had a change of heart :3 Topic's up~

[Mistdrake]

HOLY COW THERE'S STILL LIFE HERE!


Name: Jonathon
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Appearance:

Spoiler:

Personality: He's fairly secluded and passive, but can be coaxed from his shell with time and effort. When put in a tough spot though he'll buckle down and fight until there's no fight left in him, or the fight is over.
Class: Mage
Weapon: Magic and a walking staff
What they possessed when they woke up: The clothes on his back and a strange brand on his hand.

[Anzantos]

Yepp we remain :) glad to have you on board bud :D

[MegaAbsol]

Slight correction; Mages are not capable/allowed to wield any weapon besides a staff. They pretty much draw magical glyphs with their hands anyway. Also, that personality's kinda short; due to the high death rate (while it may not be worth the effort, we're gonna die anyway :P) we need to know how each other might react in a tight spot.

(On the other hand, he has glasses?)

[Mistdrake]

Added a bit more, sorry it's still short, and swapped out the image.

[MegaAbsol]

There was nothing wrong with the image xD I was just generally asking cause I have no idea whether the glasses would continue to exist or he'd magically have perfect eyesight again~
Also, the staff (to the extent of my knowledge) is used to cast spells (well, at least Shadow Magic, no idea about the rest) but I suppose there would be other branches who mightn't use it for spell-casting.

But your char's otherwise all good~ o3o

Check these for Shihoru's casting!:

[Gondohar]

(WIP for now)
Name: Bareth
Age: 16
Gender: Male
Appearance:
Personality: (not too important, can be explored through RP)
Class: Paladin
Weapon: Hammer
What they possessed when they woke up:
Other:

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