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𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙨𝙩
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This lyssavirus, unlike its relative, rabies, is highly contagious. Transmission of this virus can be achieved in multiple ways:
Progression of symptoms in an infected individual:
[div class="tabContents tabContents02"]Novel Lyssavirus Fact Sheet
Information courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention & the World Health Organization
Information courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention & the World Health Organization
This lyssavirus, unlike its relative, rabies, is highly contagious. Transmission of this virus can be achieved in multiple ways:
- Infected saliva entering the bloodstream (ex: bite of an infected individual)
- Infected bodily fluids entering the body through mucous membranes: airborne droplets from the cough or sneeze of an infected individual can cause disease if inhaled
- It is not known whether or not this virus can be transmitted via sexual contact.
- Contact with items that an infected individual has had contact with (fomites) have resulted in disease in laboratory studies
Progression of symptoms in an infected individual:
- 1-3 days following exposure: fever, chills, body aches, chills, coughing, sneezing
- 4-5 days: headache, excessive salivation, insomnia
- 5-7 days: anxiety, paranoia, aggression, and other behavioral abnormalities
- 7-21 days: demonstration of aggressive, often deadly, behavior towards others, extreme, insatiable hunger
- 21-??? days: paralysis, coma, death
Note that the facts provided above may be incomplete or proven inaccurate later on, as vital research on the pathogen is still in progress. For the latest information on the novel lyssavirus, be sure to check the CDC and WHO official websites regularly.
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Keep in mind that this is an application that I alone will be considering: I want to see compelling, unique, thoughtfully crafted characters. Roles are not going to be claimed on a first come, first serve basis. Please only apply for one role (I will be the only exception).
That being said, if you would still like to exercise some degree of relationship planning as you create your character, please discuss that on the out of character discussion page for this roleplay. Your thoughts may be of great help to another person, and building cohesion early could add to the strength of your application.
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None of the roles are gender-locked (hence all the vague language I used in my descriptions of these groups). Keep in mind that families don’t necessarily have to be biological and that relationships don’t have to be heterosexual.
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Realism. People that have made it this far have not likely done so completely unscathed: likely they may have developed an illness, mental or physical, acquired scars, phobias, and/or certain triggers along the way.
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Diversity. The world we all share is certainly not homogenous, and pandemics don’t discriminate or favor one type of person more than another. Diversity of ethnic backgrounds, cultures, places of national origin, sexuality, and gender identity would be much appreciated and more reflective of the current state of the world.
If you do choose to create a character with a racial or ethnic background different than your own, please do so in a respectful, affirming way: avoid relying on cliches and stereotypes to craft your persona. This is especially applicable to minority and marginalized identities.
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Given the circumstances that each character has lived through, one can imagine that unique events they’ve experienced over the course of their lives have had a tremendous impact on the outcomes of their personality, habits, fears, dreams, etc. A well-developed history would certainly be an interesting read and build to the strength of your application.
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Joining form
Name:
Age and birthdate: month and date are sufficient
Ethnicity:
Gender:
Sexuality:
Face claim (optional):
Height:
Weight:
Build:
Hair:
Eyes:
Skin: any scars, tattoos?
Distinguishing features:
Wardrobe:
Positive traits (3+):
Negative traits (3+):
Fears:
Ailments (mental and/or physical):
Inventory: be creative—what else besides just essential supplies do they carry with them?
Special skills:
Backstory: consider previous occupation, life before the pandemic, major life events, significant relationships, trauma, etc.
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[div class="tabContents tabContents04"]Name:
Age and birthdate: month and date are sufficient
Ethnicity:
Gender:
Sexuality:
Face claim (optional):
Height:
Weight:
Build:
Hair:
Eyes:
Skin: any scars, tattoos?
Distinguishing features:
Wardrobe:
Positive traits (3+):
Negative traits (3+):
Fears:
Ailments (mental and/or physical):
Inventory: be creative—what else besides just essential supplies do they carry with them?
Special skills:
Backstory: consider previous occupation, life before the pandemic, major life events, significant relationships, trauma, etc.
the family
status: 4/5 open.
the trio
status: 3/3 open.
the pair
status: 1/2 open.
the loner
status: 1/1 open.
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