wrenn
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DANCE WITH THE DEAD.
about
the wind howls through the empty streets of withermoor, oregon, but the spirits howl louder.
with a wealth of supernatural activity, it's no wonder that a group of ragtag ghost hunters hail from this tiny west coast town. in fact, they're probably one of withermoor's tamer creations, considering the town's eerie past. nearly forty years ago, withermoor earned its place on the map after a series of gruesome and--more importantly--unsolved murders.
thanks to its gory history, this spooky city has become a hotspot for tourists and true crime junkies alike, along with the occasional paranormal enthusiast.
all of the victims were found in a small forest range outside of withermoor. as a result, the gruesome acts were quaintly nicknamed "the millershaw grove murders." over the course of several months, nine unfortunate victims were scattered throughout millershaw grove. each body was deliberately positioned and left in plain sight, a clear sign that they were meant to be found and that what had happened was no accident. despite the distress and fear this sparred for months on end, law enforcement officials were forced to abandon the case when no leads or plausible evidence came to light.
however, with the millershaw grove murders came a considerate amount of media coverage, and as a result, many people developed theories. names were thrown around. accusations were made. some even speculated that the murders may have been the result of something inhuman. after all, only a monster could commit such heinous crimes. regardless, no effective action was taken, and eventually withermoor fell back into a state of semi-normalcy.
to this day, there are no leads. the only evidence ever recovered at the scene of the crime was a singular pen.
the mystery however remains.
and now withermoor is gaining attention once again thanks to a group of six twenty-something year old "ghost hunters" and their knack for uncovering the supernatural. over the past year, they've made a name for themselves, but with so much to do at home, why not travel back to their roots? after all, withermoor has more than enough urban legends and ghost stories to keep them preoccupied. from the abandoned hospital to millershaw grove to the creepy manor on the hill, it's filled with possibilities; and maybe just a bit more than they bargained for.
roles
➣ TOWN PARIAH
@/wrenn
Being the residential weird kid has its perks, especially considering the fact that the TOWN PARIAH is the one who brought this little ghost hunting crew together. Since he was young, he's been the one to vouch for the paranormal and push his friends to look past their normal realm of perception. Despite this, he's a bit of a wild card, and his over-the-top behavior rarely goes unnoticed. He does things without thinking and rushes into situations, which leads to the assumption that he's eccentric and careless, when in reality he's actually extremely clever. He leads the group, calls the shots, and, most importantly, drives the van.
➣ MOTHER BEAR
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Caring but determined, the MOTHER BEAR is arguably the most resilient of the group. She comes from a family of resourceful hunters, and as a result, is skilled in ways that many people would take for granted. Because of her upbringing, she is tough, good with her hands, and has an eye for even the smallest of details. Her ability to track spirits and find crucial evidence has made her a valuable member of the team. Because of her level-headed personality, she often mediates tense situations and talks the group out of bad ideas. If anyone deserves compensation for their work, it's her. She also doubles as the gang's makeshift mechanic.
➣ LITTLE MISS PERFECT
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A rich girl with a promising future who had her midlife crisis just a bit too early, LITTLE MISS PERFECT was the valedictorian of her graduating class. She was also the last person to join the group, only making an appearance towards the end of her sophomore year. She grew up in a strict household with high expectations and demanding parents, and despite her optimistic nature, she felt suffocated for years. Obviously, dropping college last minute in favor of becoming a paranormal investigator didn't sit well with her family, but she's much more content now, and has proven to be a light in the dark. Occasionally however, she feels like the odd one out and worries that leaving her old life behind was a mistake.
➣ PREACHER'S SON
@/pines
In case it wasn't obvious, not all spirits was nice or welcoming, and this is where the PREACHER'S SON steps in. After all, exorcisms aren't easy, and they definitely can't be performed by just anyone who steps up to the plate. Plus it never hurts to be careful when dealing with the paranormal, especially with the looming threat of posession and outward malice. From salt to crucifixes, he has it all and definitely isn't afraid to utilize his capabilities. On that note, he's surprisingly down to earth and perceptive, always one step ahead of everyone else, and has a good head on his shoulders. He definitely acts as the most grounded and sane member of the team by far, and is an expert on religion, demons, and everything in between.
➣ TECH GURU
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Like his name suggests, the TECH GURU is in charge of all electronics, as well as the camera used to document investigations. He manages the footage, edits, and takes care of the gang's social media accounts, specifically their YouTube channel. Because of this, he has little onscreen presence, which is something he honestly prefers considering his introverted nature. With his blunt opinions and dry sense of humor, he's able to provide a sense of realism when it comes to ghost hunting and the paranormal. His commentary definitely isn't overlooked as he seems to think it is.
➣ LOCAL MEDIUM
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It's hard being the youngest of the group. What's even harder is dealing with spirits... especially when you can hear everything they have to say. Growing up, the LOCAL MEDIUM knew something was eerily different about them; and as luck would have, they were right. Since early childhood, they've been able to communicate with those beyond the physical world, which made them a perfect candidate for the team. Although they're excessively coddled by the rest of the crew, they're a very mentally strong person with a strong drive to help whenever they can.
rules
↠ activity | please be dedicated and active! as a college student with a full-time job, i totally understand being stretched for time, but this is a limited group roleplay, and if one person bails, the entire thing comes to a screeching halt. tell me if you're going to be away for a period of time so we can pause the thread, or maybe even work around your character for however long you need.
↠ literacy | i'm going to call this thread literate for my own sake, but don't worry too much about post length. dynamic characters, relationships, and plots mean so much more to me than writing a novel just to meet a word count. proper grammar and spelling (for the most part) are expected though!
↠ content | be prepared for dark, intense themes throughout this roleplay! these characters are investigating seriously threatening forces, and many disturbing things may happen throughout their investigations together. if that isn't your thing, i don't recommend joining. however, anything generally considered triggering should contain the appropriate warnings. it's just common courtesy at this point.
↠ discord & ooc | almost all ooc discussion and plotting will take place in the roleplay's discord server. joining is more of a requirement than anything else, considering practically everything except the actual ic will happen there, and it's super important that everyone's involved. joining the discord prior to making a character is also encouraged, since it will give you the chance to bounce ideas off of others and work out pre-established dynamics.
↠ plotting | all major plots need to be approved by the group, not just me. it's a team effort, and i want this to be collaborative af.
↠ diversity | i really appreciate diverse characters, especially in group roleplays! lgbtq+, different ethnicies/races, the whole shebang. if you're not cool with that, don't join and step off my thread.
↠ character creation | so here's the tea: i'm super lenient when it comes to creating characters. they're yours to make, and i'm not going to get in the way of that. just make sure to follow the general rules and lore of the thread. each character has a skeleton that can be tweaked. if you want to make any major changes however, please contact me first. realistic face claims (that are all appropriately aged aka over eighteen) are a must as well.
↠ limited spots | characters will not be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. backpacking this, i don't intend to add anymore characters. imo, small groups work best, and i don't want to try pushing past six slots. i may bend this rule if someone comes to me personally with a thought out role/character that fits the group dynamic i've already created.
↠ one final note | i'm really lowkey, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask! there might be some information i missed or wasn't entirely clear on. also this is very much based on buzzfeed unsolved, phasmophobia, and other similar medias, so hopefully you can get the vibes from that much. get ready for tons of spooky lore. (;
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DANCE WITH THE DEAD.
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