Fantasy A Nation In Havoc OOC

[Duke of Doge]

Rhaine that post may be the most I have on any subject in my unnamed universe. I thank you for your contribution.

 

[Rhaine]

Rhaine that post may be the most I have on any subject in my unnamed universe. I thank you for your contribution.

No, thank you, my friend. Magical lore (and fantasy lore in general) gets me beyond jazzed.

 

[Duke of Doge]

YAY WORLDBUILDING

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

Nice! Alright!

Here's my thoughts on the soul/ dark side-light side thing. I am really into the idea of magic being harmful to the user if not used properly. Originally, and I still do want to pursue this in more depth when the moment arises - Cassander is going to continue on a path of self destruction. I have an idea about magic I wanted to put out there - more so about its affect on different people. I was thinking about why only certain people can harness magic, and why others can't. We could go with the idea of magic being an energy force like the Force in star wars basically - that certain individuals can tap into (using their souls?). If we asked the Elves why only certain people are privy to it, they'd say it's because the soul in question has reincarnated enough times to be at a certain level of synchronicity with the universe. The Calcians would say its the Creator favoring certain individuals due to the holy plan and destiny and all that jazz. However, I think attaining a level of ambiguity on that part would be good. It could be for either reason, or none of those reasons, or both at the same time.

What I'm really concerned about is the idea that maybe magic affects people in different ways, or in varying degrees. Maybe some people are more vulnerable or open to magical energy, and without understanding how to wield it, their body (mortal vessel) will begin to wear down because their vessel can't sustain the power they're privy to.

The idea of Dark Side vs. Light Side star wars style in terms of giving in or using one's emotions vs. always exercising restraint and control is good, though it does feel a bit restrictive. I'd say there's a grey area. Emotions can definitely be a strength if understood properly, though that can so easily turn dangerous. While excessive control and restraint turns to repression which is also incredibly unhealthy and volatile. Cass sits much more in favor of the emotion/impulse side of things, and his way of using it so far has been destructive.

I love the idea of Kruziik trying to throw Cass off by spouting whatever random stuff comes to mind lol.

I agree an all counts!

Now I have another question! What to the Dwarves believe in? Because I have an idea for a Dwarven Hunter as a side character, not vital to the story, but a cool character to possibly find multiple times. My personal thoughts are the Humans and Dwarves are chill with each other.

 

[Duke of Doge]

Keep posting without me

 

[Rhaine]

I agree an all counts!

Now I have another question! What to the Dwarves believe in? Because I have an idea for a Dwarven Hunter as a side character, not vital to the story, but a cool character to possibly find multiple times. My personal thoughts are the Humans and Dwarves are chill with each other.

I also wanted to discuss other races!

Yeah I'm sure Dwarves and humans would be chill with each other as they do a lot of dealings among themselves - trade-wise and such. Do we want to go with the Lord of the Rings thing where there's some animosity between Dwarves and Elves?

Additionally, in terms of religion, I could see Dwarves having a Norse reminiscent ideology. If not that - then maybe a basic Hedonistic life philosophy? Though I think the Halflings would be better suited to Hedonism.

 

[Rhaine]

I've been fixing to have a Halfling character I have in mind come in at some point.

 

[Duke of Doge]

I prefer dwarves to not have any religion, focusing on the real physical world rather than the spiritual.

 

[Duke of Doge]

Like the elder scrolls dwarves before they went poof

 

[Rhaine]

I prefer dwarves to not have any religion, focusing on the real physical world rather than the spiritual.

!!!! Nice - so Dragon Age style basically? In Dragon Age Dwarves are cut off from the Fade (spiritual plane) so they can't have magic and they're generally not spiritual. Basically what they can see and feel is what they're about.

 

[Duke of Doge]

!!!! Nice - so Dragon Age style basically? In Dragon Age Dwarves are cut off from the Fade (spiritual plane) so they can't have magic and they're generally not spiritual. Basically what they can see and feel is what they're about.

Pretty much, rather than magic they stick to science. They invented steam power in this universe, and it's a well guarded secret.

 

[Rhaine]

TheCountryWarrior also.... this is unrelated - but I've exclusively pictured Dan's dad as Vito Corleone from The Godfather

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

TheCountryWarrior also.... this is unrelated - but I've exclusively pictured Dan's dad as Vito Corleone from The Godfather

So have I...

 

[Duke of Doge]

You guys wanna fight some kind of supernatural beastie later?

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

Actually my Dwarf is a hunter of many creatures, almost like a Witcher now I think about it, but only in that he runs around and kills things for money. I was going to bring him in on the side of the road fighting something after I make him, and when the story is ready.

And let's not forget trolls...

 

[Duke of Doge]

Actually my Dwarf is a hunter of many creatures, almost like a Witcher now I think about it, but only in that he runs around and kills things for money. I was going to bring him in on the side of the road fighting something after I make him, and when the story is ready.

And let's not forget trolls...

Will he also have two swords? One steel, one silver?

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

Will he also have two swords? One steel, one silver?

Now he will!

 

[Duke of Doge]

HEY! Someone can finally teach Nia how to fight!

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

HEY! Someone can finally teach Nia how to fight!

Most definitely.

 

[Duke of Doge]

Most definitely.

*insert training montage*

 

[Rhaine]

So have I...

Good... I will now freely picture Dan as Michael Corleone with certainty.

 

[Rhaine]

Also - do you guys want to do a tiny timeskip - like just to them riding through the rain? They can encounter said supernatural beastie when they get further into the forest - maybe when it turns dark.
Duke of Doge TheCountryWarrior Caffeine Freak

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

I kinda want Dwarves to be chill with everybody, due to the trade opportunities that arise from the needs of various peoples.

How long do Dwarves live approximately?

 

[Duke of Doge]

Uhh...

 

[TheCountryWarrior]

I'll take that as a "make it up as you go."

I'm feeling 100-125, slightly longer than most humans, but not surpassing the elves.