Fantasy The Apocryphon of Saint Eadwald

[SilverDingo]

And the Angel pointed his sword towards the tree, which grew in the heart of the wasteland. “See that which still blooms even surrounded by death? That is the sign of The Lord’s covenant to establish a New Jerusalem.”
— Apocryphon of Eadwald 5:18

This is intended to be a Cosmic Horror RP set in Medieval France around the time of the Third Crusade. Inspired by A Plague Tale: Innocence, Call of Cthulhu, Bloodborne, and The Talos Principle.

The Apocrypha of Eadwald is taken from The Talos Principle. I liked the title a lot, and so I borrowed it.

This roleplay will deal with some topics such as religion and death that might be considered heavy, but that's just because it's meant to be. If you feel uncomfortable, please let me know.

Please, feel free to ask me any questions!

• Premise
• Jobs
• Character Sheet
• Rules

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  "Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword."
  - Matthew 10:34
  
  
  
  
  
  The fiefdom of Plaiciennes is located in the northeastern Duchy of Aquitaine in the shadow of the French Alps. This region is known for its wheat fields, Roman Ruins, and the Plaiciennes River that runs through it. It is considered a very peaceful and bountiful region. Ruled by the noble Lord Isembard, its people are peaceful and devout.
  
  Recently, however, the region has been racked with chaos. The discovery of the writings of Eadwald, a Saxon Priest, has sent ripples through the region. Long ago deemed heretical by the church, they seek to destroy the book before any damage can be done. A copy has recently fallen into the hands of a collector living within Plaiciennes, leaving The Inquisition to deal with hunting down the heretical text. Burdened with thin numbers, the Church began calling soldiers from Crusade as well as recruiting peasants to assist them. Storms and blight have also come to the area, destroying crops and threatening the region's economy. Lastly, messengers have come from elsewhere, bringing rumor of a marching army on the horizon, sent by Isembard’s brother.
  
  May God protect us and guide us in these turbulent times.
  
  
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  "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
  Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ."
  — Colossians 3:23-24
  
  A list of examples of positions that one might hold. This is by no means comprehensive. I would like to see some variety, and don’t want everyone to be nobility or all peasants.
  
  Nobility: Minor Lord/Lady, Knight, Foreign dignitary
  
  Clergy: Priest, Monk, Nun, Inquisitor
  
  Tradesman: Blacksmith, Merchant, Baker, butcher
  
  Military: Knight Templar, Pikeman, Archer
  
  Other: Lady-in-waiting, farmer, alchemist, doctor, Courtesan
  
  In this case: The Knight is a knight who has remained in Plaiciennes, serving Lord Isembard. The Knight Templar is a soldier recently returned from The Third Crusade.
  
  
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  "That they should seek out the secrets of righteousness, the heritage of faith:
  For it has become bright as the sun upon earth,
  And the darkness is past."
  — Enoch 18:5
  
  Character Sheet
  
  Appearance: Image or description is fine
  
  Name:
  
  Age:
  
  Job:
  
  Personality:
  
  Familial Background:
  
  Observed Strengths: (you can have up to five, however, you must have an equal number of weaknesses for balance. These must also fit into your selected job)
  
  Observed Weaknesses: (No limit on these, however, a minimum limit of three)
  
  Equipment:
  
  Religion:
  
  Other:
  
  In regards to religion: One does not have to be Christian, as there were still those who worshiped pagan religions, as well as foreign travelers, Jews, and those who would worship whatever was good for business.
  
  
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  Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.”
  — Romans 7:12
  
  1. Site Rules Apply
  2. If there are any problems, ask me. Please keep all OoC out of the IC and Vice Versa.
  3. Please post at least once a week. If there's an issue with posting, mention it to me and we can work it out. Real Live > Roleplay. I myself am a College Student so I have a pretty packed schedule.
  4. No godmodding or Metagaming.
  5. Please DM me with any questions or concerns you might have, or even if you just want to talk!
  
  
  

 

[Jannah]

Religion and history? Oh, I'm definitely intrigued. I'm sick of the generic Medieval fantasy RP's so seeing something like this is refreshing.

 

[Humble1]

Interested. Looking at playing an alchemist, drinking in the new wisdom coming out of the holy lands.

 

[SilverDingo]

Interested. Looking at playing an alchemist, drinking in the new wisdom coming out of the holy lands.

Be careful as the pursuit of knowledge may be your downfall.

Religion and history? Oh, I'm definitely intrigued. I'm sick of the generic Medieval fantasy RP's so seeing something like this is refreshing.

Ha ha, thank you. It's an idea I've tried before elsewhere but it didn't quite take off. It's also not really a subject I see tackled much in roleplay OR writing.

 

[Jannah]

Ha ha, thank you. It's an idea I've tried before elsewhere but it didn't quite take off. It's also not really a subject I see tackled much in roleplay OR writing.

Religious orders are something I have long wanted to explore through writing so a monk or nun character could be interesting.

 

[Worthlessplebian]

Interested.

 

[SilverDingo]

Interested.

Nice! Any particular job you’re interested in? Or just interested?

 

[Worthlessplebian]

Nice! Any particular job you’re interested in? Or just interested?

Well, I'm probably looking into my good bois, the Knight/Knight Templar-Crusader since that's what I usually go as in these types of settings.

 

[SilverDingo]

Well, I'm probably looking into my good bois, the Knight/Knight Templar-Crusader since that's what I usually go as in these types of settings.

Excellent choices!

 

[Worthlessplebian]

Excellent choices!

Thanks, btw where are we going to post the CSes (if there even is one yet)

 

[SilverDingo]

Thanks, btw where are we going to post the CSes (if there even is one yet)

Character sheets are listed under the Character Sheet Tab in the OP. However, I’m trying to decide if a sort of “Informational Wiki+characters” is the way to go or not, or whether to post them here.

 

[Bixir]

Definitely interested in this. Provided that it doesn't lean too much into action horror/action fantasy re: Bloodborne, this is the kind of RP that I long for. Expect some kind of tradesman or clergy from me.

 

[Humble1]

Be careful as the pursuit of knowledge may be your downfall.

Yeah, but what a way to go!

Hmmm. 12th century is the usual dating for the origin of Kabbalah. Conveniently enough, in the south of France/northern Spain.

 

[Athanas]

Man, that looks interesting! Thinking of making a huntsman, although with possible ties to the church.

 

[SilverDingo]

Fantasy - Codex Plaiciennes -

Posted a codex of important figures and locations that will also hold Character Sheets!

 

[elqisee]

this premise? this setting? yes. count me in (if you're still looking-). i'm thinking of perhaps playing as a tradesman; either as a jeweler (goldsmith, silversmith, etc.) or maybe an apothecary-herbalist of sorts. honestly, i could fit any of the others too if there's an imbalance in the group too!

 

[Mook-LandStrider]

I may throw my hand in as an inquisitor.

 

[The Regal Rper]

Also interested, might make a knight but still debating

 

[SilverDingo]

Working on the IC right now as well as some additions to the Codex Plaiciennes!

 

[SilverDingo]

Worthlessplebian Humble1 Your characters have been added with brief descriptions!