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Money Power Glory
Lana Del Rey
New York City, 1950
In the heart of New York City, amidst the glimmering opulence of post-war high society, two powerful families—the Carlisles and the Sterlings—stand at the pinnacle of wealth and influence. For decades, these dynasties have meticulously built vast fortunes, constructed sprawling business empires, and shaped the very fabric of the city’s politics and elite circles. Yet, despite their immense riches and unchallenged power, the Carlisles and Sterlings are locked in a bitter, unrelenting rivalry—fighting not only for supremacy over one another, but for control within their own bloodlines. As ambition turns to betrayal and the quest for legacy reaches dangerous heights, one question looms: Who will emerge on top, and who will be buried six feet under?
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roles.
The Carlisle Family
4/5
Originally from Georgia, The Carlisle family is old money, their wealth rooted in real estate and finance. They moved to New York a decade ago in pursuit of obtaining greater wealth and by god they've got it. They value tradition, prestige, and reputation, and believe their family name carries unmatched weight in society. However, internal conflicts threaten to tear them apart as each member fights for the right to shape the future of their empire.
The Patriarch
open (PT)
(age 60-65) The ruthless head of the Carlisle family and CEO of Carlisle & Co., He has always been the master of his fate, climbing to the top through sheer determination. He believes the family should follow his lead without question and does not tolerate dissent. However, his health is failing, and he is forced to consider passing the reins to one of his children, though none seem truly worthy.
Motivation: To secure his legacy and ensure his chosen successor will uphold his vision of the family empire.
The Matriarch
open (PT)
(age 57-60) Elegant, cold, and calculating, she is the true power behind the Patriarch's success. She has always been one step ahead, guiding her husband’s decisions and steering the family’s public image. While she wants her children to succeed, she plays them against each other to ensure the strongest rises to the top, and she won’t hesitate to betray even her closest family to maintain control.
Motivation: To stay in power and ensure the family remains at the pinnacle of New York society, even if it means manipulating her own children.
The Rebel Heir
open (FT)
(age 30-32) The oldest son and presumed successor to the Patriarch, the Rebel Heir is a shrewd businessman who constantly clashes with his father over the future direction of the company. While the Patriarch wants to preserve tradition, the Rebel Heir is eager to modernize and expand into new industries. He feels stifled by his father’s refusal to step down and is willing to take drastic measures to claim the throne.
Motivation: To break free of his father’s shadow and prove that he is the true heir by building an empire even greater than his father’s.
The Socialite
Taken
(Age between 27-29) Charming and charismatic, The Socialite uses her beauty and social connections to wield power in the upper echelons of society. Though she’s outwardly supportive of her family, she secretly harbors ambitions to run her own business empire, independent of her father and brothers. She is on the hunt for an endeavours that will suit her business needs and she’s willing to sever ties with the family if it benefits her. It's not entirely a man's world.
Motivation: To escape the confines of the family and build her own wealth and influence, either through her connections or by turning against her brothers/family.
The Outsider
open (FT)
(age 24-26) The youngest son, The Outsider is seen as the black sheep of the family. An artist and intellectual, he shuns the ruthless world of business and prefers to live a quiet, bohemian life. However, as his siblings tear each other apart for power, The Outsider realizes he may need to get involved to prevent the family from destroying itself. His idealism puts him at odds with his siblings, but he’s smarter than they give him credit for.
Motivation: To protect the family name and preserve what’s left of their legacy, even if it means playing the game he despises.
The Sterling Family
5/5
The Sterlings are new money, having made their fortune in the post-war boom through savvy investments in oil, media, and industry. Their hunger for power and influence knows no bounds, and they’ll stop at nothing to outshine the Carlisles. But like their rivals, their biggest enemies may be each other.
The Tycoon
open (PT)
(age late 50s - early 60s) A self-made man, The Tycoon built the Sterling empire from the ground up, rising from humble beginnings to become one of the wealthiest men in America. He’s known for his ruthlessness in business and his cutthroat approach to competition. Though proud of his children, he believes none of them are truly worthy of inheriting his empire, and he’s not afraid to pit them against one another to find a suitable heir.
Motivation: To ensure his family’s domination of the business world and crush the Carlisles once and for all.
The Glamorous Second Wife
open (PT or FT)
(age mid-to late 40s) The Tycoon second wife, The Glamorous Second Wife was once a famous actress who gave up her career to marry into the Sterling family. She thrives in the spotlight and is obsessed with maintaining her youth and social status. Though she seems content playing the role of trophy wife, she is more cunning than she appears, and she has her own ambitions for power—ones that don’t involve her husband.
Motivation: To secure her place in high society and manipulate the succession to favor her interests, possibly by manipulating her stepchildren or even staging a takeover herself.
The Golden Boy
open (FT)
(age 29 - early 30s) The Golden Boy is The Tycoon's eldest son and the apparent heir to the family fortune. Handsome, charming, and charismatic, he’s the face of the Sterling family and is well-liked by the public. However, The Golden Boy is reckless and addicted to gambling and risky ventures, which puts him at odds with his father. Beneath his golden-boy persona, he is hiding a mountain of debt and failed business deals.
Motivation: To keep his secrets hidden long enough to secure the family business and gain the approval of his father before his world comes crashing down.
The Maverick
open (FT)
(age 25-27) The Maverick is a wild card. Known for his rebellious streak and penchant for risky ventures, he’s constantly at odds with his more conservative father and siblings. He sees opportunity in emerging industries, particularly technology, and he’s willing to risk it all to forge his own path, even if it means breaking away from the family.
Motivation: To prove that he can succeed on his own terms and build a fortune outside the family’s shadow, even if it means going head-to-head with his siblings.
The Ice Queen
open (FT)
(age 23-25) Cold, calculating, and fiercely ambitious, The Ice Queen is the brains behind many of the Sterling family’s business deals. While her brother The Golden Boy is the face of the family, she’s the one truly running the show. The Ice Queen despises her brother’s reckless behavior and is determined to wrest control from him, believing only she has the vision and strength to lead the family to even greater heights.
Motivation: To oust The Golden Boy from his position as heir and take over the Sterling empire, proving that she’s the only one capable of leading the family into the future.
rules
rules.
rule one.
This is a semi-advanced to advanced roleplay. This means that we write 3+ paragraphs and are detailed because let's be honest, the more descriptive the more fun this all is! Also, our main OC chat will be on discord so if you do not have one please get one!
rule two.
To "audition" for the role you will create a character sheet for the character that you want, as well as provide me with a sample in private message on RPN. You may audition for 2 characters at the same time but no more than that! If you fail to give me a sample and give me a character sheet, or give me a sample without a character sheet -- you will be automatically disqualified from the role you want. No exceptions.
rule three.
BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER! I will not allow any bullying in this group. We are an LGBTQIA+ Friendly group. We are a place of love and acceptance and you have a safe space here. If you feel uncomfortable with any players you can reach out to me at any point and we can talk. I have a '3 strikes your out rule.' 2 warnings and then you are gone.
rule four.
I would like posting to be semi-consistent. I know people have personal lives! But I would ideally like people to be able to get a post out at least every few days. If you feel like you can post at least twice a week (and I'm not gonna go crazy if you can't) then we are chill! I would like to take this slow so...if you are fine with a slow pacing rp with lots of interaction between characters then this is the place for you.
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