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Observer of Reality
Hello! This is was my first time attempting to start an RP on this site. , so please bare with me here…
This RP walks a thin line, in a grey area, between the limits of Fantasy and Sci-Fi. As such, feel free to use unconfirmed theory in your explanation(s) if you so choose!
Here is the basic idea behind this RP:
Here are the current rules (if you want changes to be made, simply say so in the comments):
Please note that there are no restrictions on what race(s) can be used - go as far as you want with that. In addition to this, pictures will not be required on character sheets (but are greatly appreciated and suggested, to help complete the imagery). If you're stumped on where to get ideas (such as where to set your character's backstory or just some inspiration), please feel free to use this content:
This RP is meant to go on as a long-term effort (possibly over the course of several months), and will have the following recurring schedule every 6 months:
None of this information is final, and is subject to change. If you have any questions regarding this RP, feel free to ask. I've decided to leave the rest as open-ended as possible, to avoid hindering creativity. But, if this leaves anyone confused, I can make changes as necessary. In terms of lore, what you were presented with above and * are all that are available. Please note that, while it would be advantageous for you to know it as well as possible, you don't have to. It will simply make things more interesting if you choose not to, and easier to explain (on my part) if you do. The links I provided are to 4 (technically 3) Universes, that I am allowing anyone who wants/needs, access to the material for inspiration and/or direct use. Also note that, while you may only have one main character, you may have up to 2 side/secondary characters as well.
Here are the links for getting started!
With that said, I leave you to your creative devices - what will you do now?
Your journey awaits...
This RP walks a thin line, in a grey area, between the limits of Fantasy and Sci-Fi. As such, feel free to use unconfirmed theory in your explanation(s) if you so choose!
Here is the basic idea behind this RP:
Welcome to the Multiverse - a plane of existence where anything and everything within the laws of physics is permitted. Alternate timelines, temporal paradoxes, Parallel universes, Whiteholes - you name it, it’s here. A place that is both exciting and mundane. As long as it can be explained by the laws of physics (even a bit loosely), it’s fair game. But, just for creativity’s sake, some exceptions can (and most likely will) be allowed. In this RP, the multiverse contains infinite universes and timelines, which may or may not interact with each other, depending upon their properties. One universe can collide with another, or even merge completely (in rarer cases). It’s up to you, how the story goes. To keep things simple, though, I shall start the encounter:
Somewhere, deep in the Multiversal plane, a Universe exists that initially, is so similar to the universe you actually dwell in, that you can barely tell the difference. Perhaps it is a parallel Universe of some sort, where the difference is so subtle, that any ordinary man would go mad searching for the difference that makes it so unique? Upon further inspection down the timeline, however, the difference is much bigger than one could imagine - an event in its Earthen history, that changed the course of time forever. The United States had experienced enough political oppression to bring about another Civil War, and the world had seen its third World War. Surely, something is wrong with this picture - the scorched Earth with ashes raining from the skies. And, in the chaos of it all, one seized the opportunity to change the course of history forever. In their actions, the Multiverse was shaken, and worlds moved. Worlds collided. The echoes of war rang throughout the Multiverse. For that one Universe, however, the progression of time was changed forever.
For you all, however, this only entails one thing - worlds will collide, and universes will converge. Your people will know that they are not alone in the infinite fabric of reality and possibility. Your story(-ies) start here.
Tell us your story. What will you do?
Here are the current rules (if you want changes to be made, simply say so in the comments):
0) There is no centre of the multiverse - moving through it in what you perceive to be a straight line will only get you lost, in the infinite fabric of the multiverse (which contains all universes). Furthermore, there is no centre of the universe. As such, moving in a straight line through our universe (IRL), in an attempt to reach its supposed edge, will only lead you back to where you were standing originally. Don’t use that as a way to travel unless you can support your claim(s) with sound reasoning at the very least…
1) Your character must come from either a world/universe that already exists, or one that you (or someone else will) create. If you create a new world, be sure to include a link to it in your character profile.
2) Your world (or the one you choose for your character) must have the Four Fundamental Forces at work (in some capacity), or a good substitute. This is to ensure that the laws of physics acts predictably for all characters involved.
3) Your character must have at least two skills and/or abilities (at the very least, something they’re good at).
4) Your character must have at least on weakness/disadvantage (no one is invincible or perfect).
5) Your character cannot be god-modded. They must be, at the very least, somewhat grounded in reality. No gods (I will allow for demigods, though - the 9 realms and other mythologies are available).
6) No cursing, no gore/extreme violence, no sex, no other inappropriate terms/action. Please, keep it PG-13. A small wound is fine. Breaking a bone is reasonable (in some cases). Loosing a limb is the limit. Throwing guts everywhere is too much.
7) If you use content that isn’t yours, please cite it - so others can see where you got it from. Also, ask for permission if necessary.
8a) Posts are generally expected to stay at a certain length, to maintain consistency of the RP experience. You don't need to write an essay, but please pay attention to the length of the person who posted before you. If they post a small paragraph, it wouldn't hurt to follow suite. Don't just spit out a small sentence and leave the others hanging. Use your adjectives.
8b) While it is advantageous for you (the writer) to know what's going on at every level of this RP, it is completely bonkers to expect that your character will know everything. Please keep 4th wall breaking to a minimum, and proceed as if your character only knows what they do (about their situation in this RP) through observation and interaction, whether it be prior to or during this RP. Knowing is nice, but so is a small surprise. Your character can't just know things because you the writer do. If you can't explain it, don't do it. If you need help explaining it, just ask. I'll try to step in and assist if I can 
8c) Generally, I won’t allow for participants to take actions that:
- have unavoidable consequences, or
- will most likely lead to the death/injury of another character.
RP’ing is meant to be as interactive as possible, and that requires certain suspension(s) of disbelief (like one’s character getting to respond every action that intended for them). So, events/situations like injury and death are also more easily avoidable (in comparison to IRL/RT). As such, all interactions will be conducted with the assumption that your character has human-like capabilities (sensory, physical, etc.) unless otherwise specified in your character sheet or world info (backing content). If you intend for your character to be ‘above average’, you’ll need to say so in advance.
9) In accordance to rule 8c, there is also a counter - if you appear to be abusing such power (using it to be invincible/untouchable), rule 8 can be temporarily and situationally revoked for added difficulty…
10) You may introduce new worlds during the course of this RP. You may have 2 secondary characters as well. However, you may NOT introduce a new main character without entailing the following:
- The death/exclusion of your current main character, or
- The exclusion/pausing of the timeline involving your current main character, or
- In the rarest of events, a major/large-scale event that changes the storyline - not something that is to be expected
11) If you want to change the course of the RP with a certain event idea, please send it by the me first. If I approve of it, I’ll then have you send it past the other RP participants, in the OOC thread. If I don’t approve of it, feel free to ask about it later in time - my opinion can change (this is to maintain story consistency).
(this is to maintain story consistency).
12) In order to participate in this RP (if it does somehow get off the ground), you must be willing to either do some light research on certain topics that may come your way (that you aren’t already well-versed in), or at least ask about it in the OOC thread.
Please note that there are no restrictions on what race(s) can be used - go as far as you want with that. In addition to this, pictures will not be required on character sheets (but are greatly appreciated and suggested, to help complete the imagery). If you're stumped on where to get ideas (such as where to set your character's backstory or just some inspiration), please feel free to use this content:
- Current World List :: Updated Regularly (ToyHouse)
- In Search of Universe-Builders | RpNation
- In Search of Universe-Builders :: Character Sheets | RpNation
This RP is meant to go on as a long-term effort (possibly over the course of several months), and will have the following recurring schedule every 6 months:
- Seasonal Interest Check :: Who's interested, Who's new, Who's staying, Who's leaving
- Seasonal Story-Arc :: Decide on/Create a Story-Arc to use for the next few months
- Character Roll-Call :: Time to decide what you're doing with your cast for the next Season
- World Tracking :: Manage the worlds - some can be destroyed over the course of Season
- Timeline Tracking :: Manage the timelines for the worlds/Universes (like number 4)
- Final Call :: Make sure everyone's onBoard with the results of the previous Season/decisions
- Season Start :: We start writing for the RP again - for 2 and 1/2 months, until the Season ends
None of this information is final, and is subject to change. If you have any questions regarding this RP, feel free to ask. I've decided to leave the rest as open-ended as possible, to avoid hindering creativity. But, if this leaves anyone confused, I can make changes as necessary. In terms of lore, what you were presented with above and * are all that are available. Please note that, while it would be advantageous for you to know it as well as possible, you don't have to. It will simply make things more interesting if you choose not to, and easier to explain (on my part) if you do. The links I provided are to 4 (technically 3) Universes, that I am allowing anyone who wants/needs, access to the material for inspiration and/or direct use. Also note that, while you may only have one main character, you may have up to 2 side/secondary characters as well.
Here are the links for getting started!
- The Multiverse RP :: A Thousand Stories | WS (Lore)
- The Multiverse RP :: A Thousand Stories | CS
- The Multiverse RP :: A Thousand Stories | OOC
- The Multiverse (RP) :: The Tale of A Thousand Stories | IC
With that said, I leave you to your creative devices - what will you do now?
Your journey awaits...
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