Fantasy Arlandia's Fate

[Reinhardt]

Arlandia.​

In the entirety of this world we've come to know as Gaia, Arlandia is but one of many lands. But what makes it so different from the others? The answer is quite simple - an unbelievable unity that forged this land into one nation, despite it being a melting pot of all life and culture. For centuries, Arlandia has thrived under the rule of the Empire bearing the same name.

However, all good things come to an end.

The throne was passed onto the Garhelith nobles, and under their rule, Arlandia glory was slowly withered throughout their regime. Perhaps the power has driven their kin mad, or they were simply born this way. One thing is for sure - they've changed the way of life in this once prosperous land. Three painful centuries in and the nation is still under the reign of the Garhelian dynasty.

No longer able to bear the worsening tyranny, the citizens of Arlandia, more specifically those who have the resolve to act, decided to fight against this mad regime. It took them no time to form a resistance force, a rebellion that would eventually become the Garhelian dynasty's greatest threat - The Arlandian Liberation Front. In fact, they pose so much threat, that the Empire was forced to declare war against them - sparking the beginning of a lengthy, bloodstained civil war.

The Arlandian calendar dates to 703, and yet the war between the Empire and the Liberation Front continues to rage on.

The Empire, desperate to rid of the pestering rebellion, has been mass producing powerful artifacts called "Regalia", and handing them over to their troops. However, despite this advantage, the Liberation Front manages to hold on, and even obtain a fair share of "Regalia" from the Empire's defeated forces. With both sides armed with such powerful items, the time for the war's end is closing in.

The Liberation Front decides to blitz through this battle one last time, and attain freedom from Arlandia's undeserved tyranny.
The Empire opts to deploy their full force, and finish this foolish conflict.

 

[Reinhardt]

• Intro
• Lore
• GM's Note

• This is where you come in.
  
  You are either from the Liberation Front, or from the Empire.
  
  As a member of the Liberation Front, you are entrusted with the task to reclaim lost territory - settlements that have succumbed to the Empire's forceful hand. You shall journey throughout the lands to certain locations, and vindicate those who have been imprisoned under the tyrannic rule. However your troop is but a mere fleck of dust compared to the Empire's - you lack number, firepower, and a lot more factors to make this job feel like a breeze. Thus, you must handle your resources carefully, and act quickly - your troop isn't the only one moving around.
  
  As a soldier of the Empire, your duty is to purge the rebellion - to hunt down resistance cells scattered throughout Arlandia, and rid them of their unnecessary existence, for they are no longer needed in this land. You will scour the lands for these treacherous ones, and restore the glory that belongs to the Empire. While your troop may be well equipped, the Liberation Front isn't an easy foe - they are hard to catch, and finding them is far more difficult. Not only that, but the nation is torn - the opinion of the citizens vary, some side with the resistance, some do not. You must regain the trust and the confidence of the Arlandian folk, all while preventing the Liberation Front from getting any further in their goals.
  
  Arlandia's fate is in your hands.
• 
  
  
  
  Arlandia is a land that lacks magic, but it does have something else - the "Regalia". The "Regalia" are artifacts made by the land's greatest craftsmen, using various rare materials, most of which come from foreign lands. In a large underground facility, these items are carefully crafted to the point of perfection, even the smallest details. Each "Regalia" is capable of doing feats that would be rather impossible to the ordinary Arlandian.
  
  There are many kinds of "Regalia". While most of them are used mainly for actual combat, some are made for different purposes - there are some that would grant one the ability to guise oneself as a another person, there are some that would allow one to communicate with the spirits, and many more. While most "Regalia" are merely tools and can be used by pretty much anyone, there are certain exception to that - some "Regalia" cannot be used by just anyone, and would often choose their wielder. Organism-type "Regalia" are a good example of this, since they are essentially 'living things'.
  
  
  
  Most of the map is unlabeled for creative freedom, but there are key locations:
  
  Arlandia Capital - The center of the Empire, housing the second biggest fort in the entirety of Arlandia. Most of those who live here are either rich or of noble descent. Heavily guarded and protected by an impregnable wall of mixed metal and stone.
  
  Gavafeld - A large city, the origin of the first Liberation Front cell. However, due to certain complications, the resistance no longer creates their bases on civilized ground - they do not desire to drag in the innocents in this gruesome war. Now, Gavafeld is the most secure town, with the exception of the Capital, were numerous forces of the Empire are usually deployed.
  
  Crimson Fort - The largest fort in all of Arlandia, but houses nothing and no one. There are nothing but horrific legends about this place, that none dare enter its vicinity. The land it stands on seem to be blighted, causing all nature that wander into it to wither and die, but such curse does not spread out.
  
  Quirsire - A mercantile town on the west of Arlandia. A neutral ground for both the Empire and the Liberation Front, where they can replenish on their resources. This town seems to have always shipped in foreign materials, which is mainly used to create "Regalia".
  
  
  
  Arlandia, as mentioned earlier, is a melting pot of life and culture - this means any and all race (that would belong to the "fantasy" genre) exists here.
• Hey guys, Reinhardt here.
  
  After thinking about it for a while, I've decided to launch a multi-plot RP. Yes, that's right this is a multi-plot RP. No, not that kind of multi-plot. Rather, this one will be having two plots - one for the Liberation Front, and another for the Empire, if certain conditions are met. However, both will still be part of one overarching plot which is the war. So this means that whatever occurs on either plots will affect the main plot, and eventually decide the fate of Arlandia.
  
  Now, if the Regalia bit is confusing, let me put it in simple words. If you've watched Akame ga Kill, the Regalia are very much alike with the Imperial Arms. If not, then they are specially crafted tools that grants their wielders special abilities, but at a cost.
  
  I will be taking at least 4-5 players, if the amount goes double or more than that, I'll split the players into two groups - where one would be of the Liberation Front and the other would be of the Empire. But initially, all participants will be playing as characters from the Liberation Front. Post below if you're interested.
  
  If you have questions, I'll be glad to answer them.

 

[The Fluffiest Floof]

This sounds interesting reiny boi.

 

[animegirl20]

might be up for this

 

[Wasted Ink]

I'm down to try this out!

 

[Reinhardt]

This sounds interesting reiny boi.

might be up for this

I'm down to try this out!

I've updated the thread, feel free to read the additional info in your own time.

 

[Reinhardt]

CS, Lore, OOC, and Misc threads will be up within the week, hopefully. If not, then I'll prioritize the necessities.

 

[vinn]

Expressing interest!

 

[Kent]

I love Akame ga Kill, so I’ll love this too.

 

[Hubub101]

I am so many versions of interested right now.

 

[Reinhardt]

The Fluffiest Floof animegirl20 Wasted Ink vinn Hubub101 Kent

The threads are up, but they're still under construction. In the meantime, feel free to hang out in the OOC thread. Click this link to go there.

 

[Reinhardt]

Bump.

 

[Twyllvarlais]

Interested

 

[MiraAutumn]

I'm very interested :3

 

[Pilgrim59]

Interested for the duo-arcs of both sides.

 

[Pilgrim59]

I have some questions:
1. Any specific settings for Arlandia's universe? Overall, what kind of tech is available? (I assume its the good ol' medieval, but just wanted to make sure, so that I don't waltz in CS with a musket)
2. Will the engagements be large-scale, conventional battles? Or are we, the players kinda huddle up as some sort of special force?
3. What are the restrictions on personal lore-building? (are we allowed to throw in some backstory for minor locations and histories?)

 

[Reinhardt]

1. Any specific settings for Arlandia's universe? Overall, what kind of tech is available? (I assume its the good ol' medieval, but just wanted to make sure, so that I don't waltz in CS with a musket)

First and foremost, magic doesn't exist in Arlandia. That restriction, however, only befalls on Arlandia. Other places around the world, known as Gaia, might possible have magic. Although that would be quite irrelevant since you will all be playing as Arlandians (which include people from Quirsire), and not as foreigners.

As for the technology, it would be medieval level, with a little hint of steampunk here and there - like slight advancements in technology. It's going to get there in time, but for now, the doors for technological evolution isn't wide open.

2. Will the engagements be large-scale, conventional battles? Or are we, the players kinda huddle up as some sort of special force?

They will vary from time to time. However, I plan to make most of the battles in the first few portions of the RP to be short and small-scaled - think of skirmishes and guerrilla warfare.

3. What are the restrictions on personal lore-building? (are we allowed to throw in some backstory for minor locations and histories?)

Go wild, but not too wild. I'll step in when things get too convoluted or goes too far.

 

[Pilgrim59]

Thanks for clearing that up. I'll get working on my CS soon
(thumbs up emoji)

 

[Lu-Lu]

Also intetested

 

[MiraAutumn]

Lu-Lu I'm pretty sure you can just starting working on your CS now since the threads are already made ^^

 

[Reinhardt]

Indeed, the link to the OOC is in one of my posts above. However, I shall also place a link to it here.

Fantasy - Arlandia's Fate - OOC

 

[RyanDiaz]

very digging this. A nice map to top it

 

[BDark]

I am intrigued. Can I lowkey hijack the OOC thread now?

 

[Reinhardt]

very digging this. A nice map to top it

I am intrigued. Can I lowkey hijack the OOC thread now?

Hop in.

 

[BDark]

Thanks baeb