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- โ ็ฉใฎๅใ.โ mono no aware.
you who ascend.
a novel generation.
our foundations. - the witness."you're just in time, my love. come in."the looming mahogany doors swing open before your knuckles can make contact, and she leads you forth by the delicate grasp of her hand, summons you deeper into her hollow chambers illuminated only by the tendrils of radiant moonlight infiltrating a gated window that does not open."i'd pour you a glass, but you've seen how it is these days."her crooning voice aches for a time long gone, an illustrious self that no longer exists within the frigid confines of her glorified prison. the same crimson lips that once sang promises of damnation and chaos now beam up at you, violet and indigo in all their chapped glory, unspoken curses but an abandoned plea collecting dust on her battered, frail tongue."what needed to be has become, my lord, so worry not for me. you must never return here after tonight."she caresses your trailing locks, her skeletal fingertips all but translucent amongst the dancing shadows yet paralyzing nonetheless, and you find yourself momentarily transfixed by the solemnity of her gentle touch, aged leather boots rooted in place as she breathes the last of her vitriolic poison into your pores for safekeeping, a dying wish."you know well what awaits you, no? my pride, my love... may you never forget what they've done to us all this time. what they've done to you..."in weaving the shimmering fabric of your grand destiny, she unraveled the fraying threads of her own. now, she is nothing more than the lint in the air, clinging onto your embellished sleeves like the very mistress she swore to never bear the likeness ofโ forgotten, lifeless, and utterly alone in her unholy sacrifice."... for your touch is an intangible kind, unpolluted and scorchingly hot, free from the weighty sins of your predecessors."she turns away, her bony vertebrae protruding through the silk of her night gown as the ghost of a content smirk dances upon her ever-deluded expression like a midnight fairy."may we all burn equally under your merciful gaze, my darling sakshi."you who ascend.an unremarkable something-in-line to a title almost respectable enough to govern the clans meant to revere you. a lout on days you bite your tongue, equally useless breathing or rotting, a conniving weasel on the days you do not. an escapee from the shackles of your self-indulgent prison standing boldly before your doomed kingdom.โ yes, you.you who bends and breaks and rearranges your bones to fit into a brilliant world that feeds you delusions, desperate to discredit that which threatens to rattle your unstable foundations and consume you in silence... all for naught.there is nothing but mercy to be found in the everyday for those with the desire to perceive it.accept lady duyen's invitation as is expected of you, young heir of little import, for when you compete for that priceless fortune against the very same peers you claim to know like the back of your hand, you will see for yourself the truth of this blessed nation. during the competition, three seemingly innocuous trials will guage your worth amongst the six participants in the eyes of the esteemed lady, each more trying than the last. not once can you afford to let down your guard, yet you must still remain open-minded to accept the unthinkable. every relationship you forge within the walls of her iron-clad fortress will redefine your very essence, reshape you into a person hardly recognizable in the mirror......and when you succeed in claiming that illustrious treasure for yourself, you will forge the world witnessed in your dreams.mono no aware.
โ you who ascend.
a novel generation.
our foundations. - the kingdom.the finest montepulciano distributed between crystalline wine glasses, backbiting whispers carried like dandelion seeds on the wind, ornamental daggers lodged between juvenile ribsโ such is life amongst the riches of seimaya, a mysterious yet properous kingdom located in eastern asia whose founding roots date back countless generations to weave a complex peerage system unchecked by none other than its own misgivings.thanks to its flourishing trade routes, all sorts of fashionable garments and textiles, medical research journals, and mechanical innovations have continued to permeate seimayan society unscathed, but for reasons unbeknownst to modern humanity, cellular reception and radio signals completely cease to function within its borders, turning the lands upon which the kingdom is housed into a technological deadzone for the past three hundred years. as such, the seimayan people learned to become self-sufficient over time, disconnected from the outside world yet indomitable in their customs as they weave together modern trends and centuries-old traditions all manipulated and overseen by the prestigious jewel council.as the primary legislating arm of seimaya's monarchical leadership, the jewel council is comprised of seven prominent noble houses who tout the bulk of socioeconomic influence and land ownership in the kingdom, each symbolized by a representative gemstone in lieu of a complex family crest: iolite, aquamarine, aventurine, chalcedony, peridot, citrine, and lastly neptunite, for the royal family. these seven clans all but control the dramatics of high society in the kingdom, their glaring wealth and political power seemingly worlds away from the impoverished slums that grovel at their feet for even an ounce of the blessings that are handed to the elite by birthright. it is these very same so-called noble houses that have suddenly received mysterious invitations from the reputable yet frigid lady duyen of chalcedony, an offer for one heir each of their choosing to participate in a challenge for an incentive too enticing to ignore.the nobility.neptunite โreserved by dreamglowthe crown family who rules over the masses from their pedestals, the wealthiest and most formidable clan in the kingdom yet unloved in all their glory. far too long have their ancestors harbored secrets within their palace walls, deaf to the pleas of their people as their descendants pay the price. originally an ambitious bride from aquamarine, the deeply religious queen of seimaya has silently aligned herself with the holy temple's interests, a direct challenge to the king's ongoing sponsorship of the secular arya academy that spurred the conception of an unspoken power divide among the houses occupying the jewel council.iolite โopena nearly fallen house that came crawling back from the brink of collapse through the rebranding of their information guild into a leading influential news publication, saved by the ingenuity of the current head prior to succeeding the title. once known for its philanthropy, this house maintains close ties with the common people of seimaya by partnering with their laborer unions and assisting in their community projects. while publicly maintaining their neutrality between the holy temple and arya academy, the still-active information guild operates covertly and on its own terms when striking under-the-table dealings, even rumored lately to be forming discreet alliances with the queen's faction unconfirmed by the young heir meant to inherit them.chalcedony โthe host, "lady duyen"a military house that developed a signature martial arts technique and produced several top generals that have guaranteed the seimayan army's success on the battlefield for centuries. highly respected for ending the civil war and bringing peace to the kingdom, their service comes at an unfathomable cost that continues to be paid well into the current generation, the details of which are known only to the unsociable lady duyen. after a lifetime of ardently refusing marriage as the last known surviving member of her house for reasons unknown to the public, the reticent lady finally opens her doors for this competition in the hopes of finding a worthy champion from the new generation and passing on her family's priceless treasure: the holy dagger, rebirth, the very weapon that ended the civil war and is rumored to be the true cause of chalcedony's overwhelming success on the battlefield.aquamarine โopena maritime house that controls the waters around seimaya to oversee both mercantile and naval operations. their expansive lands encompass much of the nation's busy coastline and subsequently manage commercial trade routes, close collaboration with citrine allowing seimayan society to stay up-to-date with goods and resources from abroad. additionally tied to the royal family through the matters of national security and marriage, it is no secret that the current queen who hailed from their ranks owes her intense abhorrence of curses to her family's deep-rooted devotion to the holy temple and its founding principles. in accordance to the faith's scripture, they have long prioritized the preservation of nature for the sake of protecting not only the seas, but also the blessing bestowed on their prosperous kingdom; unlike the similarly devout aventurine, however, their view of curses as a natural threat to the kingdom's peace leads them to staunchly oppose arya academy's campaign to research them any further.aventurine โopenthe last house to be awarded a seat at the jewel council in the midst of the civil war, new money who struck rich with an oil deposit in their territory and brought a new era of wealth to seimaya by reducing the nation's dependence on foreign trade and bolstering their ability to remain self-sufficient amidst mounting pressure from their neighboring competitors. while they are they deeply religious and claim to owe their fortune to the blessing, they highly disapprove of the temple's politicized administration and instead work closely with the researchers at arya academy in developing alternate climate solutions to guarantee the sustainability of their work while preserving the holy deer habitats, putting them at odds with not only the like-minded aquamarine but also the infamous queen herself.peridot โreserved by soxthe esteemed house that sits at the helm of the prestigious arya academy as its grandmaster and administrator among various other research institutions scattered across seimaya. with an emphasis on scholarship and critical thought, the arya family has produced countless notable philosophers, strategists, politicians, and specialists throughout their extensive ancestry, a renowned bloodline notorious for sponsoring the brightest minds of each generation while ardently opposing the holy temple's ongoing censorship campaign against the research of curses. as countless, classified discoveries pile up within their laboratories open to authorized personnel only, however, the current head now faces an unprecedented issue regarding the breakthrough progress of one of its top scientists, pushing the limits of seimaya's taboos as they navigate uncharted waters once more.citrine โopena family comprised of merchants, tradesmen, and investors who dominate seimaya's thriving business district, it is commonly said that their regal main estate rivals that of the royal palace in both grandness and luxury. as a capitalistic house that flexes its immense wealth at every turn, their movements are continuously monitored and scrutinized by many who wish to get an early jump on potential investments, making them frequent guests on the front page of the papers for their successes and blunders alike. the latest incident involving one of their suppliers' treasonous dealings and exploitation of workers coming to light has not only put them at odds with the deeply patriotic houses of aquamarine and peridot, but also polluted their 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to the common public, tiny influences on fate that once ran rampant in seimayan society but have since been outlawed and become taboo in practice. cumbersome to prepare and properly execute with little payoff for one's diligent effortsโ a single human's willpower can only carry so much weight in the grand scheme of nature, after allโ ever-so-slight shifts in luck, increases in strength, nudges of persuasion and more are all possible with the proper materials and rituals, topped off with a few drops of the caster's blood to bind the curse in place before it can take effect.despite the tedious and painful process, curses remained commonplace for much of seimaya's early history, incorporated into various traditions throughout nearly every facet of societyโ that was, however, until the first casualty to a curse became known and incited a mass scare, which in turn spurred ruthless witch hunts that gripped the kingdom in a gruesome nightmare shortly after. several years of contentious executions and political turmoil along with the death of the first princess eventually culminated in a fierce civil war between the princes' factions, a taxing era for the seimayan people who watched on hopelessly as their economy crumbled under the weight of the bloodshed.it was during these tumultuous times that araksavism arose to restore hope to the masses, the prominent faith in seimaya held by over ninety-eight percent of the population and widely accepted as an indisputable factor in the kingdom's ongoing prosperity. while seimaya's "deadzone" properties are chalked up to an inexplicable anomaly in the unenvious eyes of the world, the local populace's belief attributes this phenomenon to a priceless gift bestowed upon their ancestors for purging the land of evil, now called "the blessing" by the holy araksavist temple and the general public alike. despite its drawbacks on the technological front, "the blessing" allegedly operates as the invisible battery powering seimaya's repeated military successes and increasingly self-sufficient economy, fueled by passionate tears of prayer along with preservation of the holy sika deer habitats as advocated for by araksavist doctrine.in recent times amidst brutality from the royal family and poverty among the lower classes, however, the arya academy's sudden resurgence of interest in researching the fundamental properties of curses has caused a steep divide within the jewel council's historic houses. spearheaded by the queen's thinly-veiled support at her family's behest, impassioned calls from the temple's faction to halt all research of evil practices directly clash with the king's growing support for the academy's faction, as the notoriously greedy monarch hopes to develop a method of lengthening his lifespanโ and thus his despotic reignโ with their findings.keywords.drama. romance. mystery. politics.
religion. light fantasy.mono no aware.
you who ascend.
โ a novel generation.
our foundations. - an end to it all.welcome to mono no aware, a brand new roleplay by yours truly! this one has been in the works for quite a while, but it's finally seeing the light of day now that i'm medicated (lmfao) and i'm super excited to see the novel ways in which this formidable little society comes to life as we introduce the unique, beautifully written characters i know y'all will cook up. while i have prepared an overarching mystery, thriller plot revolving around the kingdom's rumored "curse," the current family heads, and the fallen 8th house that is ready to be explored, i highly encourage and welcome all sorts of gripping, convoluted plots that can aid in developing complex relationships between our contestants, whether those involve spice, violence, romance, betrayal, etc. etc., so let your imagination cook and the world will grow to accommodate it! that being said, there are a few guidelines i'd like to establish to help create a lasting experience for everyone:
- age restrictions. due to the mature themes in this roleplay, please only apply if you are an adult (18+).
- applications. this roleplay is not fcfs. an invitation to the discord server will be sent via dms to the players chosen after carefully considering everyone's applications. i'll also make sure to post a notice afterwards so there's no confusion. codes are not required.
- discord is required. ooc discussion, certain in-character interactions, and canon events will all take place within the discord server, such as being visited by "the witness," so participation on discord is necessary for this roleplay.
- player conduct. be respectful of each other and communicate issues like adults. i'll step in if i have to, but i want nothing more than for everyone to feel safe and enjoy themselves here, so please help me maintain that.
- character concept. along with a character sheet, i also ask for a brief character concept, essentially just a short writing sample so i can get an idea for your style as well as your character in action! this can be a snippet of their past, an internal monologue, a nightmare, a diary entryโ anything that helps me learn a little more about your character's defining characteristics, fears, aspirations, motivations, quirks, etc. while this will be included as part of the application, the character concept is moreso meant to help me with incorporating your characters into the plot more smoothly as the rp gets off the ground.
- character demographics. this is set in a modern, fictional country with very light fantasy elementsโ as such, there are zero limitations on sexuality, gender identity, race, etc. though it is meant to take place in eastern asia (located roughly around modern vladivostok, just before it was formally annexed to russia), this is not a jrp/krp! any and all faceclaims are allowed, so long as it makes sense for their family to have roots there spanning back generations. the only request i make is that all characters be fully adult humans with realistic faceclaims. detailed descriptions or commissioned artwork in lieu of a fc are also perfectly acceptable!
- technology. despite being set in the modern era, seimayan society is distinctly dated due to the lack of mobile signal and internet access. your characters are not expected to understand the latest pop culture references or to keep up to date on international news unless they have a reason and the means to do so. to get an idea for what technology looks like in seimaya, think of it this way: if it won't work in a secluded countryside cabin with no signal or internet, then it won't work in seimaya. everything else, however, continues to be developed (railways, medicine, architecture, etc.) or brought into the country through trade (textiles, weaponry, machinery, etc.).
i know this is a whole boatload of information and backstory for just an interest check, but please don't let that deter you as it just goes to show how deep the lore goes in this universe. feel free to ask for clarification in the temporary ooc thread if any parts are confusing or poorly explainedโ and if it's meant to be kept secret for now, i'll be sure to tell you that, too! detailed family histories won't be expected in the character sheet, so feel free to focus more on developing a gripping character who brings a unique perspective to the rp, whether that's an ambitious, pampered eldest child, an abused and forgotten seventh-in-line, or anything else that falls in between. one other thing i'd like to point out is that while the competition will certainly test your characters in novel ways, none of the trials will hinge on battle prowess, so please don't feel pressured to incorporate combat proficiency if such a skill wouldn't naturally align with your oc's upbringing.finally, huge thank you to dreamglow forforce lobotomizing me and accidentally activating my third eye in the processi mean helping me out a lot and boosting my confidence in this wacky little premise we've brewed that's finally coming together : ) dreamglow will assist me in reviewing applications and moderating the server, but the final cast will ultimately be decided at my discretion. please don't assume any ill intentions or malice if your character isn't chosenโ i don't doubt that all of you are incredible writers with tons to bring to the table!mono no aware.
you who ascend.
a novel generation.
โ our foundations.
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dont have the time atm to commit 100% to an awesome rp like this one~ wish u all the best ๐ฉต
