Fantasy Tooth and Claw: Hunters for Blood

[RitualDeadlyf]

Dear Hunter,

Our world is coming to a close and with the earthen cries, monsters rise from the depths who have slumbered for a megaannum. They, too, fear the end of the world. Please come to the internal wound and stop the coming doom. Only then, may we sleep once again. The sound of the ghostly cries disappear from your thoughts with the scent of blood trailing off.​

Tooth and Claw: Hunters for Blood​

Taking place in a world where hunting monsters is a common practice, there is a sudden change in the ecosystem causing an increase in their appearance or more aggressive cases. These monsters are large or sometimes small, armored in scales, or covered in fur. Perhaps hiding underground while others are high above watching you from a distance. Either way, you are no stranger to the occurrence as it's in your blood to hunt down such threats.

Wherever you have come from is of little importance as what matters is you've received a mysterious calling. The scent of blood leads you to a large encampment located near the Gaia's Scar. A large crack in the Earth that had appeared recently that leads far below into complete darkness. There is not enough information regarding Gaia's Scar but some suspect a large monster created it, while others suspect it's something more. Something causing the sudden change in monster behavior.

Join the encampment made of other hunters such as yourself and determine the source of the sudden changes. When you're resting up you can enjoy drinks, food, chatter, dancing, and whatever else your little heart desires. Just don't forget how you ended up here...

Ah, welcome! You are no surprising sight as we have been getting many like you, who claim to have followed the scent of blood. While it is strange, I must say, we're pleased to have you as the monsters have made our research difficult. My name is Yaeger, I'm the Head Researcher of this encampment. Our team headed out here to investigate the sudden appearance of the split in the Earth. Then, one day, hunters such as yourself started appearing.

• About Hunters
• Classes
• Monsters
• Expectations

• 
  Hunters are just how they sound. People who head out in the world to hunt down monsters of all sizes and shapes. You will be playing as a hunter who just arrived at an encampment known as Yae'Gura (or Yae), named after the Head Researcher Yaeger. For some strange reason, hunters explain that they came to the encampment after following a scent similar to that of blood. There are no other races aside from humans, as they do not exist in this world. While there have been many monsters inhabiting this world, it has always been between you and them. Your life revolves around slaying monsters for the coin, protection, enjoyment, or some other ideology.
  
  There is no limitation when it comes to basic gear for your hunter. Compatible weapons are listed with each class but are open to creativity, and there is no direct magic in this world. All gear must be approved before participating to ensure it fits with standards. IF your gear is made of monster parts, you must fill out the monster creation template so it can be included into the lore.
  
  However, your whole time isn't revolved around hunting. You most certainly can pick up a hobby like cooking or blacksmithing, go for drinks, make friends and more. Those with major hobbies that benefit others can create crafting lists with needed ingredients to benefit others. The GM does oversee this to ensure everyone is being fair.
  
• 
  Warrior
  The Warrior Class are hunters who rely on brute strength above all else and use a large range of weapons to eliminate a target. Warriors are a pretty standard class among hunters and the largest utilized class. Great for beginners who are not sure what they want to do starting out. A popular motto among the hunters is; "If you have two hands, you have two weapons."
  
  Pros:
  + Able to do a lot of damage in a short amount of time.
  + Has a large range of weapons to choose from.
  
  Cons:
  - Lacks sufficiency when it comes to the range or airborne monsters.
  - Have to care for their weapons more often due to frequent brutal attacks against tough materials.
  
  Weapon List:
  
  • Sword(s)
  • Greatsword
  • Axe
  • Cleaver
  • Shield
  • etc. (All weapons are non-magical)
  
  
  Ranger
  The Ranger Class specializes in using long-range guns to deal significant damage from afar if they were to target sensitive areas. While not the most accurate class, Rangers are able to utilize specialized bullets that could do non-direct damage like poison or paralyze a target. This class is great for people who don't like being directly in the fight and accel in assessing the distance.
  
  Pros:
  + Great for ranged or airborne enemies.
  + Able to use specialized bullets.
  
  Cons:
  - Suffers in close combat.
  - Must frequently restock on ammo.
  
  Weapon List:
  Rifle
  Sniper
  (All guns must be manual, self-loading, and considered antique or lacking modernization)​
  
  Enchanter
  What the Enchanter Class lacks in combat makes up for in utility. Enchanters are able to create concoctions to heal wounds or imbue weapons with a temporary element, or non-direct damaging ailments like poisons. Any party would be smart enough to have an enchanter with them or at least make concoctions for them on the side before heading out on a mission.
  
  Pros:
  + Able to craft a wide variety of potions.
  + Resistant to a lot of ailments.
  
  Cons:
  - Does poorly in battle and has little use in direct combat.
  - Has to gather ingredients before creating potions.
  
  
  Beast Caller
  When there are so many monsters in the world, only one of the highest understanding of such a creature could truly call upon it. Beast Callers can call upon a monster to assist in battle temporarily or use to assist over difficult terrain. However, they are the least liked class by many. Some Beast Callers may use select weapons.
  
  Pros:
  + Able to call a wide range of monsters to assist at a time.
  + Flexible in combat depending on skills.
  
  Cons:
  - Highly distrusted by many and are most often known to suffer from mental health problems like depression.
  - Limited range of weapons.
  - Can only have a monster temporarily controlled before they may become aggressive or disappear.
  
  Weapon List:
  Sword
  Dagger
  Lance
  (Short Range or Mid Range, Single Handed)​
• 
  General
  There's a large index of monsters awaiting to be discovered in the world with players given the opportunity to create their own to face in a group. Each monster has a weak point, and something special about them. An Index will be updated as more monsters are created and have the chance to reappear in the story. While in Yae'Gura, there will be a mission board listing possible monsters running rampant. Hunters can form groups to take them down. An example is listed below. The GM dictates what's on the mission board at that point in time.
  
  
  Mission

  
  

  Vahnmu
  
  Difficulty: Easy
  Weakness: Fire, Sensitivity to Sound
  Specialty: Strong Gusts, Strong Body Throws
  
  Description: Something interesting about this random creature, enough to allow players effectively write about the creature.
  
  Mission Description: Yaeger wants a new, blue coat.
  
  Reward: Food, Weapon, Ingredients etc.​
  
  Combat
  There is no dice system to determine the outcome of a battle but do expect your characters to struggle. If you determine there are issues with the execution from another player, I'll look it over and go from there. For this RP, we will be using the Trust System. Players should be able to work with their fellow teammates to take down a monster (or two) without controlling others (unless allowed) within a few posts unless they are struggling. It has not been determined if mission/quests should be in separate threads while encampment thread should remain as the main thread.
  
  Monster Creation Template
  
  Image - Physical Description - Ideology (I can use an AI Generator to help bring your idea to life)
  Typical Difficulty: Easy, Moderate , Hard , Megnum**
  Weakness: Can be to a specific weapon, an element, condition, etc.
  Specialty: What makes this monster stand out or ideal moves?
  Description: Tell us about the monster. Habits, favorite foods, how it moves, etc.
  Extra: Anything you would like to add?
  
• 
  + Be able to post a few times a week or as needed with the people you are engaged with. Communicate if there have been any changes. We're more than happy to kill your characters.
  
  + Multi-paragraphs are preferred or once nicely written single paragraph.
  
  + Follow the golden rules of roleplay (no op, god-modding, etc.)
  
  + Have fun!
  
  Please note that some minor details are being worked on and looking to hear feedback from others. The Character Sheet will be released with enough interest.
  
  Sike - Here's the character sheet.
  

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[Ayama]

Neat setup! ^^

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Neat setup! ^^

Thank you very much!

 

[BFabulous]

Did you say MONSTER HUNTER!? I'm in! Are you willing to add more weapons or take any suggestions?

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Did you say MONSTER HUNTER!? I'm in! Are you willing to add more weapons or take any suggestions?

Absolutely! Players are allowed to make a weapon of their choice that fits their class as long as it's not magical. Just run it by me so we make sure it fits the universe.


Also, shhhh.
Of course it's not THE Monster Hunter lmao

 

[BFabulous]

Oh ok I gotcha! How about GOD EATER or Toukiden! Lol

What about hybrid classes? Like a middle ground between certain classes that gains some benefits and cons.

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

No escape lmao
I'm actually not super familiar with Toukiden. Always wanted to try it just have not gotten to it.

Hm, if players can properly level the pros and cons of a hybrid class - I would consider it. My worry is people would get too "OP Happy". What did you have in mind?

 

[BFabulous]

What about Enchanter mixed with Ranger. Losing the precision of the ranger but gaining an exploding shot that disperses whatever concoctions they put in.

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Like a shotgun?

That's fine, I can allow that.

 

[Spoiled Bread]

Can the beast caller have a tamed beast?

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Can the beast caller have a tamed beast?

No. They are only temporary as monsters are typically too large to be tamed. As the story goes on, they will also become too wild.

 

[fluticasone]

hello! just expressing interest as most likely a warrior (paladin-esque with his primary thing being block and strike when opportune: hit rare but hard) if that's alright?

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

hello! just expressing interest as most likely a warrior (paladin-esque with his primary thing being block and strike when opportune: hit rare but hard) if that's alright?

That's absolutely okay!

 

[ThAtGuY101]

BEAST CALLER!!!!! I'm leaning towards that azuros aka bes' monstie

If we are allowed a second monstie then nargacuga

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

BEAST CALLER!!!!! I'm leaning towards that azuros aka bes' monstie

If we are allowed a second monstie then nargacuga

Well, it's not the monster hunter uuuuuuniverse. It's a whole separate thing. Buuuuuut, you can definitely create a monster oddly similar to Azuros. Create as many as you want by the way to fill the index.

 

[ThAtGuY101]

No. They are only temporary as monsters are typically too large to be tamed. As the story goes on, they will also become too wild.

Not even one tamed monster roughly the size of a horse?

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Not even one tamed monster roughly the size of a horse?

Why tame only one when you can call upon many?

 

[ThAtGuY101]

Why tame only one when you can call upon many?

Quality over quantity

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

ThAtGuY101
Flexibility over immutability

Alright, think for a moment. Let's say you and your totally not Azuros came across a rocky terrain, mountain. Unable to pass. How do you climb over it? Perhaps you can. Azuros isn't a mountain climber. Not like that anyways. So, would you carry Azuros on your back? I mean, you could try. Instead, dismiss totally not azuros for a rainy day and call upon a totally not, majestic legiana to fly you over in a cool breeze.

 

[ThAtGuY101]

I think I can make this work. The day not azuros becomes wild or disappears, we are having a week long mourning.

Anyone that says "it was just a bear" will be shot on sight.

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

I think I can make this work. The day not azuros becomes wild or disappears, we are having a week long mourning.

Anyone that says "it was just a bear" will be shot on sight.

I believe in you.

 

[ThAtGuY101]

Is the CS page up...? I'm thinking about making an emotionality unstable loose canon.

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

Is the CS page up...? I'm thinking about making an emotionality unstable loose canon.

Yes, it's under expectations but here.

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No worries. I made someone who sells drugs basically lmao

 

[fluticasone]

hullo~ tossing this here since i didn't see where to specify the monster? c': I hope El is fine otherwise~

Spoiler

Segben
Typical Difficulty: Moderate to Hard, depending on size
Weakness: Coating weapons with a specific spice named Annatt hurts it greatly.
Specialty: It coats its claws with a poison that causes burning hot pain. Wounds affected by this poison have impaired healing and a higher likelihood of infection.
Description: Commonly found in rural areas preying on local livestock. As it gets older, it grows larger and stronger, hence why many communities often send hunting expeditions whenever one is spotted in the area. It moves on all fours, stalking akin to a large cat before leaping and fatally wounding its target with its claws. Often times the poison leaves its prey debilitated with pain, making it easy pickings for the Segben.

 

[RitualDeadlyf]

hullo~ tossing this here since i didn't see where to specify the monster? c': I hope El is fine otherwise~

Spoiler

Segben
Typical Difficulty: Moderate to Hard, depending on size
Weakness: Coating weapons with a specific spice named Annatt hurts it greatly
Specialty: It coats its claws with a poison that causes burning hot pain. Wounds affected by this poison have impaired healing and a higher likelihood of infection.
Description: Commonly found in rural areas preying on local livestock. As it gets older, it grows larger and stronger, hence why many communities often send hunting expeditions whenever one is spotted in the area. It moves on all fours, stalking akin to a large cat before leaping and fatally wounding its target with its claws. Often times the poison leaves its prey debilitated with pain, making it easy pickings for the Segben.

Thank you so much! I have created the page here;

Fantasy - Monster Index: Gallery and Tickets

Monster Index and Gallery There's an extensive index of monsters waiting to be discovered in the world where players are given the opportunity to create their own to conquer in a group. Each monster has a weak point and something special about them. An Index will be updated as more monsters...

www.rpnation.com

I'll add this in myself so you don't have to again.

1. Can you explain what Annatt is? I tried looking it up and think it might be a spice made by Goya. But, that way others know what it is.