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𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓟𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓲𝓼𝓮
Dear reader,
The time has come upon us to place our bets for the upcoming social season. Of course, there are some families less suitable, such as that of the Baron Middleton. However, others are doubly likely to be the belle of the ball. For this author, the widower, Viscount Hereford’s family comes to mind, with the eldest being the one I bet all my money on. Though, her sister, [Role #2], is just as kind and darling. All the same, no one can predict whom the Queen might choose as the Jewel of the Season.
Beyond the gossip flittering amongst the ton, this season’s suitors also seem to be causing a ruckus. For instance, the son of the Duke of York has already caused chaos before the season’s official opening. Caught up in a scandal so early is surely an indicator of what fun drama is to come over the course of the next few months. Not to mention- the whispers about the Queen of Russia coming to visit with her eligible children has everyone a flutter, if this season didn’t already.
As always, I will be watching,
ℒ𝒶𝒹𝓎 𝒲𝒽𝒾𝓈𝓉𝓁𝑒𝒹𝑜𝓌𝓃
𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓣𝓛;𝓓𝓡
Yes! That's right- a Bridgerton roleplay. If you've never seen the show, don't fret! It's 100% not a requirement, neither is any knowledge of Pride and Prejudice. However, having a little bit of familiarity with the Regency era might be helpful, though once more, not a requirement! All you need to understand is this:
- This is a period roleplay. The approx. time frame is the early 1800s. The roleplay will take place in 1813.
- High society at this time centered around the spring and summer months, which is where the majority of balls and other parties occurred. This was also the time where women and men of age began to be courted/courting.
- Therefore, this roleplay is centered on the season where several lovely ladies and men begin to pair up (though, there are some LGBTQ+ options! And even options to play the gentry!)
- However, the drama that occurs this season is going to be highly subject to Lady Whistledown's all-knowing gaze
How To Audition
- Character sheets will be due February 5th.
- You can choose one of the premades, though the best application for said premade will be chosen.
- This changes for people who opt to PM me a character suggestion; their suggestion, once approved, will be added to the roster of characters and marked as already taken.
- However! Don't fret if you opt to write an audition for a premade and your audition does not end up being chosen for the premade. On the CS form, you have the opportunity to choose your Top Three pre-mades. If you end up not being selected for your first premade, you can write a CS for one of your other three (as long as they are not taken characters)
- Please maintain the diversity with faceclaims. I added the ethnicity and race of all the models so that this job will be easier for everyone!
- Please refer to the notes for any siblings/related characters. Keep the family members vague until names can be decided upon by those who get those roles. Refer to my CS for the Princess of Russia to see what I mean
- If you need help with maintaining diversity, try Peppermint's FC Directory.
- *IMPORTANT* Please message me a minimum of three (3) secrets about your character that are true. These are things that Lady Whistledown will reveal in her paper, which will be released every other event or as Lady Whistledown sees fit.
- If you want your character to be Lady Whistledown, fill out the section of the CS about that.
- If you want your character to be the Jewel of the Season, fill out the section of CS.
- If you make your own character and PM it to me, I will be more than happy to assist you with crafting a title for your character's family.
Rules
Rule 01. No god-modding, Mary-Sues, etc. Normal roleplay rules.
Rule 02. Please be active. Plotting is going to be integral to this roleplay, so if you do not want to interact with people then I don't recommend participating. Not to turn you off from it! It'll just be difficult if that's something you don't like that.
Rule 03. Literacy is required, but the expectation is at least one post every few days. There' a minimum of one paragraph, simply because I think it would be easier on everyone to have a smaller minimum. I'm hoping for people to be fairly active in terms of posting (hence why I ask for a new post every few days or so; If you post 2 times a week, you'll be sitting pretty).
Characters
Role 1, ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE VISCOUNT HEREFORD The eldest, the most precious, and the one who was expected to do it all. Now, she's burned out. Terrified of failure, [Role #1] is simply hoping to make it through the season with her reputation intact.
Notes:
- The eldest Hereford girl is three years older than the second oldest
- Their last name is Hereford
- They have one younger sibling, a boy about the age of 12.
FC: Taylor LaShae | Ethnicity & Race: French + Columbian & White
Role 2, DAUGHTER OF THE VISCOUNT HEREFORD The youngest of Viscount Hereford's daughters afforded [Role #2] many liberties that her sister didn't get. Always running amuck, she brought life to the ghost-ridden household. Her father relied on her for much of his happiness after his wife passed. Because of this, [Role #2] got away with everything and anything, resulting in a girl whose last idea of fun is letting a bunch of boys flirt with her.
Notes:
- The eldest Hereford girl is three years older than the second oldest
- Their last name is Hereford
- They have one younger sibling, a boy about the age of 12.
FC: Solange Smith | Ethnicity & Race: French & White
Role 3, DAUGHTER OF THE BARON MIDDLETON A boisterous girl of a questionable reputation. Rumor has it she was pregnant by her former best friend, [Role #11], once upon a time, but many people have let the rumor blow over. She's known to get drunk at parties and to flirt shamelessly. Many believe her to be Mrs. Whistledown, however, because of her innumerable connections.
FC: Zoe Barnard | Ethnicity & Race: Austrailian + Indian & White
Role 4, CROWN PRINCESS OF RUSSIA Many call her the broken heir, seeing her as a weak future ruler. Due to her ailing mental health and fairer gender, many amongst Russian society believe that the reinterpretation of the law making the eldest twin the Tsar should be overturned. Because of this, the once-perfect Romanov child has run amuck. London is her last hope, given she can only take the throne if she is married. If her brother marries before her, she fears the worst.
Notes:
- The Russian royal family's last name is Romanov
- The family has two younger children besides the twins. Their brother is 17 and their little sister is 10.
- The Queen died giving the birth to the 10 year old sister.
FC: Vita Mir | Ethnicity & Race: Russian + Afghanistanian & White
Taken by:
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Role 5, PRINCESS OF RUSSIA'S MAID As a maid, [Role #5] tends to fade into the background. However, coming to London has been her dream, and she's finally here. Though only for a bit... unless she manages to score a sizable marriage that even her Princess could not deny her.
FC: Hunter Schafer | Ethnicity & Race: German & White {Trans model}[/border][/border]
Role 6, PRINCESS OF ENGLAND [Role #6] has always envied her brother. He gets to do whatever he wants, given he already has his place in society secured for him. How unfair is it that he has more of a claim to the throne than she does? The King married her mother first, birthing her first. It seems a little dumb that [Role #17] gets to rule just because he's a boy. Now, she's being forced strongly encouraged to marry the Prince of Russia in order to secure and strengthen the alliance between the two countries. Not only does she get zero power, she gets little choice in marrying for love. Therefore, it is no surprise that she opted to switch places with her lady in waiting, [Role #21].
Notes:
- The Princess of England is four years older than the Crown Prince
- The King of England divorced the Princess's mom only when she was three years old.
- The Prince's mother is the currently crowned Queen of England
- There are no other siblings in the Royal Family
- The King's full name is King George IV
- The Royal Family is not aware that the Princess and her Lady in Waiting have swapped places, given they look oddly similar
FC: Indya Moore | Ethnicity & Race: Haitian, Puerto Rican, + Dominican & Latin + Black {Trans model}
Role 7, DAUGHTER OF THE EARL OF MONTGOMERY Growing up with five brothers, the sole daughter of the Earl of Montgomery can be found frequenting the stables and refusing her title as Lady. It certainly helps that her brothers are overprotective to a fault, stepping in the way of their parents’ attempts to marry off their only baby sister. Escaping during the day to the center square, she can be found with her best friend [Role #10]. Everyday, she considers running away from home in order to pursue blacksmithing with her friend.
FC: Mileshka Cortes | Ethnicity & Race: Puerto Rican & Latino
Role 8, DAUGHTER OF BARON WILMINGTON All the daughter of Baron Wilmington wants is to be a proper lady with a brood of children. Growing up with her innumerable siblings and seeing her loving parents, one could say she has rose-color glasses for married life. Especially since rumors have begun circulating about her father’s current debt and her mother’s infidelity. To say that her world view is being questioned is an understatement. Not two fortnights ago, people were theorizing that [Role #8] would be the Jewel of the Season, given how enthusiastic she was to be a lady. Now, it seems her family’s rumors may destroy her chance of her dreams.
FC: Halima Aden | Ethnicity & Race: Somali & Kenyan & Black
Role 9, DAUGHTER OF SIR FEATHERFORD The ton’s darling. Everyone loves [Role #9], and they often comment on her incomparable beauty. She has always been the most perfect candidate for courting, and everyone has been waiting in anticipation for her coming out season (which her father has put off far longer than necessary). While her title is minimum (given it has been bestowed upon her as a curtesy from the Queen), it is obvious she is the strongest contender for Jewel of the Season.
FC: Sinait Gidey | Ethnicity & Race: Ethiopian & Black
Role 10, BLACKSMITH Being the only female blacksmith amongst the ton, [Role #10] is immune to the glares and comments of high society. She could care less for what people think of her, especially because she produces the best horseshoes, metalware, weapons, and armor. No one questions her quality work, though they question her choices. Especially since she lets the daughter of the Earl of Montgomery spend so much time with her. The comments concerning her corrupting the innocent daughter is the only thing that keeps her from acting on the endless love she holds for her best friend.
FC: Charlene Almarvez | Ethnicity & Race: Filipian & Asian
Role 11, SON OF THE DUKE OF YORK Entitled to the core, the son of the Duke of York cares not for taking his place in society. Why should he when he gets by with the ladies by merely being the son of one of the most powerful men and best friend of the King? The last thing he wants to do is marry, but his mother has encouraged him to in order to carry on the bloodline. It certainly doesn’t help that he’s been tasked with escorting his cousin [Role #22] for this season.
FC: Billy Vandendooren | Ethnicity & Race: Belgian & White
Role 12, PRINCE OF RUSSIA Perpetually living in his twin sister's shadow, [Role #12] has managed to live a life of mild debauchery without any remarks from their father. Now, he's being pushed to marry by all of those around him, besides his father. Even then, his father is starting to come around to the idea of [Role #12] ruling instead of his sister. If he marries before her, making him more eligible, Tsar Romanov might consider letting his eldest boy take the throne.
Notes:
- The Russian royal family's last name is Romanov
- The family has two younger children besides the twins. Their brother is 17 and their little sister is 10.
- The Queen died giving the birth to the 10 year old sister.
FC: Kristoff Pituk | Ethnicity & Race: Hungarian & White
Role 13, BARON BEAUCHAMP, GENERAL Baron Beauchamp is actually not a Baron at all. In fact, they are not even a man. Daughter of a scullery maid, [Role #13] was born the same night that the son of the Baron was born. They grew up side-by-side until the son was kidnapped by pirates, along with the Baron. The body of the Baron was found on the coast of France, fueling the war. However, no one knows of the son’s disappearance. The Baroness tasked her son’s best friend with being the Baron. To this day, [Role #13] does not understand why the Baroness refuses to reveal her son is gone, though she suspects it is because of the uncertainty of who would inherit the title of Baron. Though, it’s no matter to her. She has done more with her title than any man could, even if she misses her friend dearly.
FC: Julia Campbell Gillies | Ethnicity & Race: South African & White
Role 14, SON OF VISCOUNT FALKLAND, LIEUTENANT Former blacksmith and bastard of Viscount Falkland, [Role #14] found his way into the future title of Viscount by chance. It was after the true son of the Viscount Falkland passed of small pox that [Role #14] was discovered and urged by the Viscount to stand in for his son, in order to secure and maintain his title. Secretly, the Viscount has been dying for years of the cancer of the liver. To his credit, [Role #14] has become a rested member of the King's Army, protecting the Falkland name from any scrutiny. {Best friend's with [Role #13]}
FC: Donald Glover | Ethnicity & Race: Afro-American & Black
Role 15, KNIGHT The least respected person amongst the men. He's the most honorable, however, and he's known to duel (illegally) anyone who dares disrespect those he loves. As one might imagine, [Role #15] is a bit of a hot-head, but no one will ever doubt his passion. Even if his title of "Sir" is only cursory.
FC: Luka Sabbat | Ethnicity & Race: American, Irish, English, German, + Haitian & Black
Role 16, DUKE OF SUFFOLK With his father dying when he was only 7 years old, [Role #16] has been the pinnacle of responsibility. Even his hobbies, which include gardening, are responsible. When he isn't tending to his plants regularly, he's in charge of the lands he oversees. It is his greatest pride that his sectors have produced the most grain and produce for almost five years running. {Credit: @StrawberryDreamer}
FC: Ashton Sanders | Ethnicity & Race: Afro-American & Black
Role 17, CROWN PRINCE OF ENGLAND Until now, [Role #17] never questioned his duty to the crown. As he's grown older, he's found women less and less attractive. The knowledge that he would never marry for love (if he were to take the crown) makes the concept of ruling England... not exactly his favorite. Part of him wishes his half-sister could take the throne. It'd make things easier on him. {Credit: @StrawberryDreamer}
Notes:
- The Princess of England is four years older than the Crown Prince
- The King of England divorced the Princess's mom only when she was three years old.
- The Prince's mother is the currently crowned Queen of England
- There are no other siblings in the Royal Family
- The King's full name is King George IV
- The Royal Family is not aware that the Princess and her Lady in Waiting have swapped places, given they look oddly similar
FC: Freddie Ashcroft | Ethnicity & Race: British & White
Role 18, QUEEN'S GUARD Some people wonder why [Role #18] is one of the Queen’s most prized guards. Though he stands with the utmost diligence and serves his Queen proudly, he often seems too soft to be able to protect her. He’s precious and is known to give people in town flowers that he picks from the Palace gardens. If there was an apt comparable character for the Guard, it would be Ferdinand the Bull. Though perhaps he has sharper horns than he seems...
FC: Jorge Lopez | Ethnicity & Race: Chilean & Latino
Role 19, SON OF THE VISCOUNT BERESFORD To be fair, [Role #19] has a secretly terrible home life. However, he tends to be, for lack of a better word, a major arse. He avoids talking to people on a regular basis, often saying something rude to any interested women. He fails to make it through a conversation, too prideful and socially anxious to be proper. Though, somehow, he tends to get away with it.
FC: Emile Woon | Ethnicity & Race: Canadian & White + Asian
Role 20, SON OF MARQUESS OF NORTHAMPTON The party monster of the ton. [Role #20] is the constantly finding himself in trouble, and he often faces the wrath of his father because of it. Though, he has no plans of stopping his antics anytime soon. He’s perfectly fine with being known as the town’s man-whore. In fact, he prefers it that way. Secretly terrified of intimacy, he tends to find plenty of poor women who believe he is fixable. Little do they know that no one can fix [Role #20], as he’s already too broken.
FC: Christiano Palmerini | Ethnicity & Race: Italian, Brazilian, Japanese + Italian & Mixed Race (White-passing)
Role 21, MAIDEN IN WAITING TO PRINCESS OF ENGLAND A maiden in waiting who has switched spots with the princess she attends.
FC: | Ethnicity & Race:
Taken by: @StrawberryDreamer
Role 22, TITLE TBD As the Duke of York's cousin, [Role #22] was sent to live with him and his mother for the length of the season. She was sent there because her older brother had to raise her after their parents died and he allowed her to get involved with a man of quite a low status that was with her to get her money. Thus, her brother reached out to their extended family to get her a proper match and secure whatever money and status she does still have. Now, [Role #10] is in charge of escorting her this season.
FC: | Ethnicity & Race:
Taken by: @ukiiyo
FAQs
FAQ 01. What is the year of this RP?
The year is 1813.
FAQ 02. What about the suitors?
I know that in the roleplay community, a lot of people love playing women over men, especially in FxM relationships. However, I hope that we will have people to play the suitors in addition to the women. If not enough people express interest but there are a few people really interested, we can always double up. Think of this like a group 1x1 roleplay (if that makes sense).
FAQ 03. How does the pairings go?
When filling out the auditions, you will mark who you think would be the best match for your character, second best, third best, etc. These will be used as a soft guide for potential pairings. We can sort out matches via plotting. You will also make a list of people you believe would be good romantic interests for your character. These will also be used for plotting.
FAQ 04. How will we handle homosexuality?
One thing that will wholly differ from the show and the time period, in general, is how society handles homosexuality/queer people. I think that the attitude people would have would be more so like what we saw in the early 2000s. People were accepting of queer people, but only to a certain extent. I'd like to believe that the majority of families in this AU would be accepting of their children, though perhaps would encourage them to not be as blatant about it. Essentially- "Be gay but don't be too public about it." This means that gay marriage would not be legal, though people would not necessarily be seen as being mentally ill or consumed by the devil for being gay. Therefore- F x M pairings are NOT a must, except for courting purposes. But- you don't have to end up with any person who's courting your character/who your character is courting.
FAQ 05. How will risque moments be handled?
For risque moments, depending on your character's personality, they would probably respond with distaste. If your character is more inclined to say "fuck you!" to society, then perhaps they wouldn't care very much. However, that would be going against the norm. So TLDR- the general rule of thumb would be to have your character react to risque moments as people of the early 19th century would.
Show FAQs
FAQ 01. Who is Lady Whistledown?
Within Bridgerton, Lady Whistledown is the writer of a gossip paper that everyone amongst the ton (AKA London high society) reads. She's simply being used in this RP to add some spice.
FAQ 02. What is the Jewel of the Season?
Every year, the Queen chooses the most eligible girl of the season. Thus, she becomes a star almost. She's constantly pestered by suitors, and other girls envy her.
FAQ 03. What do these titles mean?
There is a social hierarchy that exists with titles. Don't worry too much about it because it doesn't really change much. Here's the hierarchy and forms of address:
Duke
-Referred to as Duke and Duchess
Marquess
-Referred to as Marquess
Earl
-Referred to as Count and Countess
Viscount
-Referred to Viscount and Viscountess
Baron
-Referred to as Baron and Baronness
Knight
-Referred to as Lord or Lady
Gentry
-No proper title
However- keep in mind that many of the characters do not have a proper title yet. Therefore, most characters would be referred to as "Lady" or "Lord."
FAQ 04. What does "ton" mean?
"Ton" is a term to describe London society. Think of it as town without the w.
Dear reader,
The time has come upon us to place our bets for the upcoming social season. Of course, there are some families less suitable, such as that of the Baron Middleton. However, others are doubly likely to be the belle of the ball. For this author, the widower, Viscount Hereford’s family comes to mind, with the eldest being the one I bet all my money on. Though, her sister, [Role #2], is just as kind and darling. All the same, no one can predict whom the Queen might choose as the Jewel of the Season.
Beyond the gossip flittering amongst the ton, this season’s suitors also seem to be causing a ruckus. For instance, the son of the Duke of York has already caused chaos before the season’s official opening. Caught up in a scandal so early is surely an indicator of what fun drama is to come over the course of the next few months. Not to mention- the whispers about the Queen of Russia coming to visit with her eligible children has everyone a flutter, if this season didn’t already.
As always, I will be watching,
ℒ𝒶𝒹𝓎 𝒲𝒽𝒾𝓈𝓉𝓁𝑒𝒹𝑜𝓌𝓃
𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓣𝓛;𝓓𝓡
Yes! That's right- a Bridgerton roleplay. If you've never seen the show, don't fret! It's 100% not a requirement, neither is any knowledge of Pride and Prejudice. However, having a little bit of familiarity with the Regency era might be helpful, though once more, not a requirement! All you need to understand is this:
- This is a period roleplay. The approx. time frame is the early 1800s. The roleplay will take place in 1813.
- High society at this time centered around the spring and summer months, which is where the majority of balls and other parties occurred. This was also the time where women and men of age began to be courted/courting.
- Therefore, this roleplay is centered on the season where several lovely ladies and men begin to pair up (though, there are some LGBTQ+ options! And even options to play the gentry!)
- However, the drama that occurs this season is going to be highly subject to Lady Whistledown's all-knowing gaze
How To Audition
- Character sheets will be due February 5th.
- You can choose one of the premades, though the best application for said premade will be chosen.
- This changes for people who opt to PM me a character suggestion; their suggestion, once approved, will be added to the roster of characters and marked as already taken.
- However! Don't fret if you opt to write an audition for a premade and your audition does not end up being chosen for the premade. On the CS form, you have the opportunity to choose your Top Three pre-mades. If you end up not being selected for your first premade, you can write a CS for one of your other three (as long as they are not taken characters)
- Please maintain the diversity with faceclaims. I added the ethnicity and race of all the models so that this job will be easier for everyone!
- Please refer to the notes for any siblings/related characters. Keep the family members vague until names can be decided upon by those who get those roles. Refer to my CS for the Princess of Russia to see what I mean
- If you need help with maintaining diversity, try Peppermint's FC Directory.
- *IMPORTANT* Please message me a minimum of three (3) secrets about your character that are true. These are things that Lady Whistledown will reveal in her paper, which will be released every other event or as Lady Whistledown sees fit.
- If you want your character to be Lady Whistledown, fill out the section of the CS about that.
- If you want your character to be the Jewel of the Season, fill out the section of CS.
- If you make your own character and PM it to me, I will be more than happy to assist you with crafting a title for your character's family.
Rules
Rule 01. No god-modding, Mary-Sues, etc. Normal roleplay rules.
Rule 02. Please be active. Plotting is going to be integral to this roleplay, so if you do not want to interact with people then I don't recommend participating. Not to turn you off from it! It'll just be difficult if that's something you don't like that.
Rule 03. Literacy is required, but the expectation is at least one post every few days. There' a minimum of one paragraph, simply because I think it would be easier on everyone to have a smaller minimum. I'm hoping for people to be fairly active in terms of posting (hence why I ask for a new post every few days or so; If you post 2 times a week, you'll be sitting pretty).
Characters
Role 1, ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE VISCOUNT HEREFORD The eldest, the most precious, and the one who was expected to do it all. Now, she's burned out. Terrified of failure, [Role #1] is simply hoping to make it through the season with her reputation intact.
Notes:
- The eldest Hereford girl is three years older than the second oldest
- Their last name is Hereford
- They have one younger sibling, a boy about the age of 12.
FC: Taylor LaShae | Ethnicity & Race: French + Columbian & White
Role 2, DAUGHTER OF THE VISCOUNT HEREFORD The youngest of Viscount Hereford's daughters afforded [Role #2] many liberties that her sister didn't get. Always running amuck, she brought life to the ghost-ridden household. Her father relied on her for much of his happiness after his wife passed. Because of this, [Role #2] got away with everything and anything, resulting in a girl whose last idea of fun is letting a bunch of boys flirt with her.
Notes:
- The eldest Hereford girl is three years older than the second oldest
- Their last name is Hereford
- They have one younger sibling, a boy about the age of 12.
FC: Solange Smith | Ethnicity & Race: French & White
Role 3, DAUGHTER OF THE BARON MIDDLETON A boisterous girl of a questionable reputation. Rumor has it she was pregnant by her former best friend, [Role #11], once upon a time, but many people have let the rumor blow over. She's known to get drunk at parties and to flirt shamelessly. Many believe her to be Mrs. Whistledown, however, because of her innumerable connections.
FC: Zoe Barnard | Ethnicity & Race: Austrailian + Indian & White
Role 4, CROWN PRINCESS OF RUSSIA Many call her the broken heir, seeing her as a weak future ruler. Due to her ailing mental health and fairer gender, many amongst Russian society believe that the reinterpretation of the law making the eldest twin the Tsar should be overturned. Because of this, the once-perfect Romanov child has run amuck. London is her last hope, given she can only take the throne if she is married. If her brother marries before her, she fears the worst.
Notes:
- The Russian royal family's last name is Romanov
- The family has two younger children besides the twins. Their brother is 17 and their little sister is 10.
- The Queen died giving the birth to the 10 year old sister.
FC: Vita Mir | Ethnicity & Race: Russian + Afghanistanian & White
Taken by:
demonology
Role 5, PRINCESS OF RUSSIA'S MAID As a maid, [Role #5] tends to fade into the background. However, coming to London has been her dream, and she's finally here. Though only for a bit... unless she manages to score a sizable marriage that even her Princess could not deny her.
FC: Hunter Schafer | Ethnicity & Race: German & White {Trans model}[/border][/border]
Role 6, PRINCESS OF ENGLAND [Role #6] has always envied her brother. He gets to do whatever he wants, given he already has his place in society secured for him. How unfair is it that he has more of a claim to the throne than she does? The King married her mother first, birthing her first. It seems a little dumb that [Role #17] gets to rule just because he's a boy. Now, she's being forced strongly encouraged to marry the Prince of Russia in order to secure and strengthen the alliance between the two countries. Not only does she get zero power, she gets little choice in marrying for love. Therefore, it is no surprise that she opted to switch places with her lady in waiting, [Role #21].
Notes:
- The Princess of England is four years older than the Crown Prince
- The King of England divorced the Princess's mom only when she was three years old.
- The Prince's mother is the currently crowned Queen of England
- There are no other siblings in the Royal Family
- The King's full name is King George IV
- The Royal Family is not aware that the Princess and her Lady in Waiting have swapped places, given they look oddly similar
FC: Indya Moore | Ethnicity & Race: Haitian, Puerto Rican, + Dominican & Latin + Black {Trans model}
Role 7, DAUGHTER OF THE EARL OF MONTGOMERY Growing up with five brothers, the sole daughter of the Earl of Montgomery can be found frequenting the stables and refusing her title as Lady. It certainly helps that her brothers are overprotective to a fault, stepping in the way of their parents’ attempts to marry off their only baby sister. Escaping during the day to the center square, she can be found with her best friend [Role #10]. Everyday, she considers running away from home in order to pursue blacksmithing with her friend.
FC: Mileshka Cortes | Ethnicity & Race: Puerto Rican & Latino
Role 8, DAUGHTER OF BARON WILMINGTON All the daughter of Baron Wilmington wants is to be a proper lady with a brood of children. Growing up with her innumerable siblings and seeing her loving parents, one could say she has rose-color glasses for married life. Especially since rumors have begun circulating about her father’s current debt and her mother’s infidelity. To say that her world view is being questioned is an understatement. Not two fortnights ago, people were theorizing that [Role #8] would be the Jewel of the Season, given how enthusiastic she was to be a lady. Now, it seems her family’s rumors may destroy her chance of her dreams.
FC: Halima Aden | Ethnicity & Race: Somali & Kenyan & Black
Role 9, DAUGHTER OF SIR FEATHERFORD The ton’s darling. Everyone loves [Role #9], and they often comment on her incomparable beauty. She has always been the most perfect candidate for courting, and everyone has been waiting in anticipation for her coming out season (which her father has put off far longer than necessary). While her title is minimum (given it has been bestowed upon her as a curtesy from the Queen), it is obvious she is the strongest contender for Jewel of the Season.
FC: Sinait Gidey | Ethnicity & Race: Ethiopian & Black
Role 10, BLACKSMITH Being the only female blacksmith amongst the ton, [Role #10] is immune to the glares and comments of high society. She could care less for what people think of her, especially because she produces the best horseshoes, metalware, weapons, and armor. No one questions her quality work, though they question her choices. Especially since she lets the daughter of the Earl of Montgomery spend so much time with her. The comments concerning her corrupting the innocent daughter is the only thing that keeps her from acting on the endless love she holds for her best friend.
FC: Charlene Almarvez | Ethnicity & Race: Filipian & Asian
Role 11, SON OF THE DUKE OF YORK Entitled to the core, the son of the Duke of York cares not for taking his place in society. Why should he when he gets by with the ladies by merely being the son of one of the most powerful men and best friend of the King? The last thing he wants to do is marry, but his mother has encouraged him to in order to carry on the bloodline. It certainly doesn’t help that he’s been tasked with escorting his cousin [Role #22] for this season.
FC: Billy Vandendooren | Ethnicity & Race: Belgian & White
Role 12, PRINCE OF RUSSIA Perpetually living in his twin sister's shadow, [Role #12] has managed to live a life of mild debauchery without any remarks from their father. Now, he's being pushed to marry by all of those around him, besides his father. Even then, his father is starting to come around to the idea of [Role #12] ruling instead of his sister. If he marries before her, making him more eligible, Tsar Romanov might consider letting his eldest boy take the throne.
Notes:
- The Russian royal family's last name is Romanov
- The family has two younger children besides the twins. Their brother is 17 and their little sister is 10.
- The Queen died giving the birth to the 10 year old sister.
FC: Kristoff Pituk | Ethnicity & Race: Hungarian & White
Role 13, BARON BEAUCHAMP, GENERAL Baron Beauchamp is actually not a Baron at all. In fact, they are not even a man. Daughter of a scullery maid, [Role #13] was born the same night that the son of the Baron was born. They grew up side-by-side until the son was kidnapped by pirates, along with the Baron. The body of the Baron was found on the coast of France, fueling the war. However, no one knows of the son’s disappearance. The Baroness tasked her son’s best friend with being the Baron. To this day, [Role #13] does not understand why the Baroness refuses to reveal her son is gone, though she suspects it is because of the uncertainty of who would inherit the title of Baron. Though, it’s no matter to her. She has done more with her title than any man could, even if she misses her friend dearly.
FC: Julia Campbell Gillies | Ethnicity & Race: South African & White
Role 14, SON OF VISCOUNT FALKLAND, LIEUTENANT Former blacksmith and bastard of Viscount Falkland, [Role #14] found his way into the future title of Viscount by chance. It was after the true son of the Viscount Falkland passed of small pox that [Role #14] was discovered and urged by the Viscount to stand in for his son, in order to secure and maintain his title. Secretly, the Viscount has been dying for years of the cancer of the liver. To his credit, [Role #14] has become a rested member of the King's Army, protecting the Falkland name from any scrutiny. {Best friend's with [Role #13]}
FC: Donald Glover | Ethnicity & Race: Afro-American & Black
Role 15, KNIGHT The least respected person amongst the men. He's the most honorable, however, and he's known to duel (illegally) anyone who dares disrespect those he loves. As one might imagine, [Role #15] is a bit of a hot-head, but no one will ever doubt his passion. Even if his title of "Sir" is only cursory.
FC: Luka Sabbat | Ethnicity & Race: American, Irish, English, German, + Haitian & Black
Role 16, DUKE OF SUFFOLK With his father dying when he was only 7 years old, [Role #16] has been the pinnacle of responsibility. Even his hobbies, which include gardening, are responsible. When he isn't tending to his plants regularly, he's in charge of the lands he oversees. It is his greatest pride that his sectors have produced the most grain and produce for almost five years running. {Credit: @StrawberryDreamer}
FC: Ashton Sanders | Ethnicity & Race: Afro-American & Black
Role 17, CROWN PRINCE OF ENGLAND Until now, [Role #17] never questioned his duty to the crown. As he's grown older, he's found women less and less attractive. The knowledge that he would never marry for love (if he were to take the crown) makes the concept of ruling England... not exactly his favorite. Part of him wishes his half-sister could take the throne. It'd make things easier on him. {Credit: @StrawberryDreamer}
Notes:
- The Princess of England is four years older than the Crown Prince
- The King of England divorced the Princess's mom only when she was three years old.
- The Prince's mother is the currently crowned Queen of England
- There are no other siblings in the Royal Family
- The King's full name is King George IV
- The Royal Family is not aware that the Princess and her Lady in Waiting have swapped places, given they look oddly similar
FC: Freddie Ashcroft | Ethnicity & Race: British & White
Role 18, QUEEN'S GUARD Some people wonder why [Role #18] is one of the Queen’s most prized guards. Though he stands with the utmost diligence and serves his Queen proudly, he often seems too soft to be able to protect her. He’s precious and is known to give people in town flowers that he picks from the Palace gardens. If there was an apt comparable character for the Guard, it would be Ferdinand the Bull. Though perhaps he has sharper horns than he seems...
FC: Jorge Lopez | Ethnicity & Race: Chilean & Latino
Role 19, SON OF THE VISCOUNT BERESFORD To be fair, [Role #19] has a secretly terrible home life. However, he tends to be, for lack of a better word, a major arse. He avoids talking to people on a regular basis, often saying something rude to any interested women. He fails to make it through a conversation, too prideful and socially anxious to be proper. Though, somehow, he tends to get away with it.
FC: Emile Woon | Ethnicity & Race: Canadian & White + Asian
Role 20, SON OF MARQUESS OF NORTHAMPTON The party monster of the ton. [Role #20] is the constantly finding himself in trouble, and he often faces the wrath of his father because of it. Though, he has no plans of stopping his antics anytime soon. He’s perfectly fine with being known as the town’s man-whore. In fact, he prefers it that way. Secretly terrified of intimacy, he tends to find plenty of poor women who believe he is fixable. Little do they know that no one can fix [Role #20], as he’s already too broken.
FC: Christiano Palmerini | Ethnicity & Race: Italian, Brazilian, Japanese + Italian & Mixed Race (White-passing)
Role 21, MAIDEN IN WAITING TO PRINCESS OF ENGLAND A maiden in waiting who has switched spots with the princess she attends.
FC: | Ethnicity & Race:
Taken by: @StrawberryDreamer
Role 22, TITLE TBD As the Duke of York's cousin, [Role #22] was sent to live with him and his mother for the length of the season. She was sent there because her older brother had to raise her after their parents died and he allowed her to get involved with a man of quite a low status that was with her to get her money. Thus, her brother reached out to their extended family to get her a proper match and secure whatever money and status she does still have. Now, [Role #10] is in charge of escorting her this season.
FC: | Ethnicity & Race:
Taken by: @ukiiyo
FAQs
FAQ 01. What is the year of this RP?
The year is 1813.
FAQ 02. What about the suitors?
I know that in the roleplay community, a lot of people love playing women over men, especially in FxM relationships. However, I hope that we will have people to play the suitors in addition to the women. If not enough people express interest but there are a few people really interested, we can always double up. Think of this like a group 1x1 roleplay (if that makes sense).
FAQ 03. How does the pairings go?
When filling out the auditions, you will mark who you think would be the best match for your character, second best, third best, etc. These will be used as a soft guide for potential pairings. We can sort out matches via plotting. You will also make a list of people you believe would be good romantic interests for your character. These will also be used for plotting.
FAQ 04. How will we handle homosexuality?
One thing that will wholly differ from the show and the time period, in general, is how society handles homosexuality/queer people. I think that the attitude people would have would be more so like what we saw in the early 2000s. People were accepting of queer people, but only to a certain extent. I'd like to believe that the majority of families in this AU would be accepting of their children, though perhaps would encourage them to not be as blatant about it. Essentially- "Be gay but don't be too public about it." This means that gay marriage would not be legal, though people would not necessarily be seen as being mentally ill or consumed by the devil for being gay. Therefore- F x M pairings are NOT a must, except for courting purposes. But- you don't have to end up with any person who's courting your character/who your character is courting.
FAQ 05. How will risque moments be handled?
For risque moments, depending on your character's personality, they would probably respond with distaste. If your character is more inclined to say "fuck you!" to society, then perhaps they wouldn't care very much. However, that would be going against the norm. So TLDR- the general rule of thumb would be to have your character react to risque moments as people of the early 19th century would.
Show FAQs
FAQ 01. Who is Lady Whistledown?
Within Bridgerton, Lady Whistledown is the writer of a gossip paper that everyone amongst the ton (AKA London high society) reads. She's simply being used in this RP to add some spice.
FAQ 02. What is the Jewel of the Season?
Every year, the Queen chooses the most eligible girl of the season. Thus, she becomes a star almost. She's constantly pestered by suitors, and other girls envy her.
FAQ 03. What do these titles mean?
There is a social hierarchy that exists with titles. Don't worry too much about it because it doesn't really change much. Here's the hierarchy and forms of address:
Duke
-Referred to as Duke and Duchess
Marquess
-Referred to as Marquess
Earl
-Referred to as Count and Countess
Viscount
-Referred to Viscount and Viscountess
Baron
-Referred to as Baron and Baronness
Knight
-Referred to as Lord or Lady
Gentry
-No proper title
However- keep in mind that many of the characters do not have a proper title yet. Therefore, most characters would be referred to as "Lady" or "Lord."
FAQ 04. What does "ton" mean?
"Ton" is a term to describe London society. Think of it as town without the w.
