Fantasy Memento Mori

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MEMENTO MORI
WELCOME TO THE LIFE HEREAFTER







You're dead. Welcome to the afterlife, the Hereafter. You're going to be Judged. The sum of your life will be weighed and measured. After Judgment, you will face your Eternal Fate.






You desire a second chance? Hmm...well, are you deserving of a second chance? There are so many others, some far more worthy than you, seeking another life as well. Perhaps you will prove to be of use, protecting the balance between what is Life and Death. Do you think yourself capable of defending this delicate balance?






If that is what you believe, then you are ready. Become a

Collector

, a harvester of lost and wayward souls. My Collectors are known by many names, but perhaps you will recognize the term Reaper. Much like the Grim Reaper of legends and tales, you will find and collect the souls of the departed. These ghosts have been trapped within the realm of the living for a variety of reasons, and must be captured to face their Judgement. We call them

Specters

, dangerous beings whose mere presence upsets the natural balance of Life. They disrupt the natural flow, and must be brought to justice.






Do you think you have what it takes to fight these creatures? Can you bring these poor souls to the Hereafter for Judgment? Only the strongest of souls can accomplish such a task. And so many others have failed where you seek to succeed. Perhaps you will be different.






Do not disappoint me.




The Appendix

Here you will find all the information you need about the world in which Memento Mori takes place in. You can find more information about the Collectors and Specters here, as well as the realm known as the Hereafter. If you have any questions regarding the information found here, please feel free to send them in and I will answer them to the best of my ability. If you would also like to contribute some information or lore to the Appendix, please feel free to share your ideas with me, and we'll see about making some additions.


Regarding Classifications

Below you can find all the information you need about Collectors, Specters and the Detectors. If you have any questions, or would like to contribute, please feel free to message me about it.

• Collectors
• Specters
• Detectors

• Primarily dwelling within the Hereafter, the Collectors serve as Death's servants. Tasked with the collection and retrieval of lost souls, or Specters, the Collectors are always entering and leaving the Hereafter. Within the realm of the Living, they can choose to appear to the Living. Though their appearance is distinguishable, typically appearing paler than the Living. They also exude a dark aura, known to lower the temperature around them and cause some anxiety to arise in the hearts of the Living. However, for the most part, they go unseen. Only their aura left in their wake.
  
  
  While they can enter and exit the realm of the Living freely, they are subject to Fatigue. Their existence within the realm of the Living is made possible by the potent energies of the Hereafter, and being apart from it for too long will leave them in a weakened state. If they remain in the realm of the Living for too long, they will simply dissipate and reform within the Hereafter. There, they must stay until their bodies have had time to recharge and regain their strength. This also occurs when a Collector is defeated. Instead of dying, they simply reform in the Hereafter.
  
  
  Each Collector is granted a Harvester. A Harvester can be likened to the Grim Reapers scythe. It is a unique weapon that is used for the collection of Specters. It can take any number of forms, typically based upon the Collector's personality or personal preference. A Collectors Harvester is special, and can only be used by their one and only master. It can be summoned when needed by calling its name. For a Harvester to collect a Specters soul, the Specter must be thoroughly weakened. Once in a weakened state, the Harvester will absorb the soul and trap it within itself. The Collector must then deliver the soul to the Hereafter for Judgement. Only one soul can be contained within the Harvester at a time. As far as harming the Living, the Harvester is completely useless. Should a Collector attempt to kill or injure a Living being with their Harvester, it will simply phase through them, leaving them completely unharmed.
  
  
  The addition of a new Collector is a rare occurrence. Death is rather particular about who he chooses to carry this responsibility. Those who have been Judged worthy of becoming a Collector have the opportunity to live again, albeit with a strict purpose and duty to fulfill. While some may choose to exist as a Collector indefinitely, there are others who grow weary of hunting and harvesting Specters. Those who do, give themselves up to their Eternal Fate. As for those foolish enough to avoid or neglect their duties as a Collector, they are promptly striped of their title and given up to face their Eternal Fate.
  
  
  Collectors within the realm of the Living act much like ghosts, only seen when they wish to be seen. Their interactions with the Living must be kept to a minimum. For the most part, they are incorporeal, and can phase through walls and solid objects at will. They must make a conscious decision to affect the world if they wish to interact with solid objects, such as picking something up or moving something. It is considered taboo to take advantage of these powers, as it would upset the Living to see things moving about, seemingly on their own. Collectors are free to act like one of the Living, however they must not seek to continue their former lives or meet with anyone they knew while alive.
  
  
  As far as damage and destruction goes, it is bound to happen. However, there are certain precautions that can be taken to minimize the damage done to the world of the Living. When entering into combat with a Specter, a Collector must invoke a protective barrier, known as a Murum Mortis. A fairly large area is then encapsulated by a barrier of light. While all appears normal from the eyes of the Living, everything is frozen in time for the Collectors and Specters within. From there, the Collector may engage the Specter. Should the Collector succeed, any damage sustained within the barrier will be reversed. It will appear as if nothing had happened once the barrier drops. However, should the Collector be defeated, or the Specter flees, the barrier will be forcibly dropped and any damage done will be made reality.
• While death brings most souls to the Hereafter, there are few who refuse to be taken so easily. Great pain or suffering before death, or things left undone can leave a soul wanting. Those souls who refuse to be taken to the Hereafter remain in the world of the Living. They exist as Specters. Ghastly apparitions that cannot be seen or interact with the Living, they typically exist in torment and unending despair.
  
  
  While some may lead nondestructive lives, their very existence upsets the natural balance between Life and Death. Too many Specters in one location may even cause an Anomaly. A dangerous flux of energies that can cause destruction on a massive scale. From unusual weather to strange earthquakes, the effects of an Anomaly can vary greatly. It is due to this that the Specters are hunted so fervently.
  
  
  Upon the forming of a Specter, they may inherit memories from their former life. Though a Specter will no longer remember their name, they may find familiarity in faces, places or certain objects that were dear to them.
  
  
  Like Collectors, most Specters have the ability to interact with the world of the Living. However, they cannot be seen by most Living beings. Those classified as Detectors, however, are able to see Specters. Not all Specters have the ability to affect the realm of the Living. Depending upon their Soul Gauge, their influence can range from being able to move small objects to possessing a Living being for a short time. Below is an overview of Soul Gauge levels, and their respective realm of influence.
  
  
  

  Soul Gauge Level	Realm of Influence

  Level 0	No influence; cannot move or interact with objects. They are silent and invisible observers in the world of the Living. These Specters are typically the recently deceased. Considered least threatening and is the lowest priority.
  Level 1	Little influence; they can move and interact with small objects. Things such as blowing out candles, shifting papers or causing goosebumps. These Specters are still fairly young.
  Level 2	Mild influence; their range of interaction is slightly bigger than Level 1 Specters. They can flip light switches, misplace keys or move objects (roughly up to a weight of about 5 pounds). These Specters have been around for at least a year and have been focusing on affecting the world of the Living.
  Level 3	Moderate influence; considered the middle ground, these Specters can interact with the world in a variety of ways. From turning on appliances, moving or lifting objects up to ten pounds in weight, or even souring milk and causing food rot. Their presence is noted by a considerable drop in temperature and their affect on the Living (nervousness, or anxiety). Typically found in Specters who have existed for more than a few years, and have been practicing their ability to influence the realm of the Living.
  Level 4	Severe influence; a rare feat, Specters found at level 4 are considerably stronger than their lesser counterparts. They can move or throw objects up to about twenty pounds in weight. They can also possess lesser Living creatures such as animals (typically for a few minutes, no more than a half-hour). Specters of this level are also capable of causing appliances and electronics to malfunction or go haywire. Only Specters who have existed for fifteen years or more will have had the time to focus their energies to reach this level.
  Level 5	Extreme influence; the rarest and most dangerous of Specter. These Specters have the largest range of influence. They can interact and throw objects up to forty pounds in weight. They can cause short-range outages, and cause electronics to malfunction or go haywire. Specters of this level have also been known to possess greater Living creatures, such as people, for a short time (typically upwards to an hour). Specters who have managed to dwell within the world of the Living for at least thirty years are capable to reaching this level. These are considered the most threatening, and currently hold the highest priority.

  
  
  
  Those who become possessed by a Specter typically don't remember the event. They would recall simply blacking out, and would reawakened feeling drained and fatigued. While in possession of a Living creature, the Specter itself cannot be harmed. As Collectors are incapable of killing a Living being, Specters are considered invulnerable while in possession of a Living being. However, they are at their most vulnerable when the possession ends. Possession expends an overt amount of energy, and will leave the Specter in a weakened state.
  
  
  While not all Specters may begin as malicious entities, they all go mad or insane eventually. The exact reason is unknown, though it is believed that a combination of the intense loneliness and the malignant nature of their existence leads them down the path madness. It is also thought that their growing power twists and corrupts them.
  
  
  A Specters reason for existing can vary between one Specter to another. One may simply refuse to move on, while another may seek to watch over their loved ones. Their reason defines their very existence, and for a Specter to fail or lose their reason for existing will leave them Enraged. An Enraged Specter is especially dangerous, as it will seek to bring harm upon the Living. Enraged Specters typically take precedence, and will be hunted diligently.
• In very rare cases, the Living will be able to see Specters. These people are known as Detectors. They do not appear any different, as they only possess the gift to see and interact with Specters and Collectors alike.
  
  
  Detectors are able to hear Specters, and can communicate with them. As such, they are sometimes sought out by Specters seeking to communicate with loved ones. However, it is considered taboo, and Detectors attempting to reconnect a Specter with the Living will be reprehended by Collectors. The act will also earn them a black mark, and will face even greater consequence upon their death.
  
  
  It is currently unknown as to how one is granted the ability of Detection. Some believe the Living are just born with it, while some speculate that a traumatic event may trigger a person's innate ability to see those who have since passed on. Some of those with the ability of Detection lead solitary lives, as they may find it difficult to distinguish between the Living and the Dead.

The Hereafter

The Hereafter is known by many names. The afterlife, purgatory, the underworld or limbo. It is the realm of the Dead, and is ruled over by Death. There are various planes of existence within Hereafter, ranging from glittering metropolises to barren wastelands. While waiting to face Judgement, most souls will dwell here. As they are merely souls, things such as hunger and thirst no longer pose as a danger.


At the heart of the Hereafter is the Arcem Mortis. Souls enter here to face Judgement, and to face their Eternal Fate. Judgement involves the weighing of their mortal life. Their actions against others, affect on the world and sum of their existence will be weighed. Some will enter into Paradise, others may be reincarnated, while those deserving of neither will be plunged into the Void. On very rare occurrences, a soul may be Judged worthy of becoming a Collector. They may choose to accept, or decline and opt for a different Fate.


The Arcem Mortis also serves as the central hub for the Collectors. They may train with one another here, or discuss tactics and missions. There is space for them to dwell here, from sleeping quarters to dining areas, the Arcem Mortis shifts and changes to accommodate the needs of its inhabitants, the Collectors. It is here that Death posts missions, specific tasks for Collectors to pursue. They typically involve finding and harvesting a Specter, but can also range from protecting a Detector to dispelling an Anomaly.


Presiding over the Hereafter is Death. An mysterious and omnipotent entity, he is the decider of Fates and Judge of souls. He commands the Collectors, sending them out to the world of the Living to quell the restless and destructive Specters.


Those classified as Collectors may use the various Portam's located throughout the Hereafter. Large gateways, these portals transport the Collectors to various points within the realm of the Living. They are typically out of the way, so that entering Collectors will not simply appear in the middle of a crowd.


The Hereafter is home to the Collectors. It is the place where souls comes to wait, eagerly or reluctantly awaiting to face their Eternal Fate. Many reside here, though few wish to remain.


Current Missions

Found at the Arcem Mortis is a Mission Board. Every so often, Death will post specific tasks here for Collectors to undertake. It is their duty to fulfill these missions, and to continue to preserve the balance between Life and Death.


For now there are no current missions. This is just an example of what the missions might look like. Check back here again for missions in the future.

Mission Type	Description	Difficulty	Availability

Specter Hunt	Find and Harvest a Specter.	Level 0-5	Spots Open
Detector Protector	Locate and Protect a Detector from a malevolent Specter.	Level 0-5	Spots Open
Dispel Anomaly	Harvest the Specters causing the Anomaly.	Recommended for 2-5 Collectors.	Spots Open

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General Guidelines

1. RpN rules apply here. Violence is to be expected. Cursing will be allowed. As for romance, anything beyond kissing must be fade-to-black.
   
2. No god-moding, auto-hitting or killing without permission. Try to be fair when it comes to combat. Don't incite out-of-character drama.
   
3. While I won't be too strict about it, please try to keep in mind a posting order. Try to allow enough time for everyone to respond. This is especially important during combat. Please be respectful of others, and allow them a chance to react/retaliate before posting again.
   
4. And last but not least: Have Fun!
   
5. These rules may be subject to change. Updates will be announced accordingly.
   

Current Restrictions

As of right now, I will be only accepting Collectors. Both Specters and Detectors will be playable in the future, but for now I want to start off with our Collectors. There are currently no restrictions on gender.

Applying

Please make sure you have read the rules and understand them. Once you've done that, you're probably ready to get started. First, copy and fill out the following form below. Once you've done that, please post a completed application to the Character Sign-Ups. Be sure to consider our Current Restrictions before applying. Please wait until you've received an "Accepted" from me before posting to the Role Play. Once your character has been accepted, feel free to jump right in.


You may alter the code as you see fit (colors, formatting, etc.). All I ask is that you provide the information asked of you.


Collector Application

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[b]Name:[/b] Full name here.
[b]Codename:[/b] Any nicknames or alias.
[b]Gender:[/b] Self-explanatory.

[b]History:[/b] At least two paragraphs. Please include how they lived, how they died, and what they've been doing up to this point. Feel free to include any other information you wish to provide about their past.

[b]Personality:[/b] A brief overview of their personality.

[b]Talents:[/b] Any special skills (tracking, hand-to-hand, stealth, etc.)
[b]Harvester:[/b] Describe their Harvester. Feel free to provide an image. Be sure to include the Harvester's name.
[b]Other:[/b] Any other information you may wish to provide about your character. Leave blank or delete this line.