Fantasy War Against the Apocalypse

[Jean Otus]

"The great burden of the human soul is that it knows that all its works shall be destroyed at the end of days"
-Unknown
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Most major spiritual systems preach that the human world, if not the universe, is destined to come to a violent end at the hands of forces beyond mortal control. Whether it is the Rapture, Ragnarok, revelations, days of judgment, epic battles between good and evil or the end of cosmic cycles, an end is coming. The study of the end times is known as eschatology, and since the prophecies of the end were first uttered people have been trying to predict when it would come. Whether with good intentions or ill, spiritual figures throughout history have promised that the end of days was just about to arrive. After many years and many false claims, a group of influential figures from around the world founded an organization dedicated to truly detecting and staving off the harbingers of the apocalypse. Most humans, particularly the rich ones, do not wish for the world to end. So, whether they be angels, devils, deities or rampaging monsters these agents are dispatched to defeat any supernatural threat which could suggest a coming end to humanity.

In the ranks of this organization are all manner of specialists who use a variety of methods to channel powers they use to do battle with supernatural forces. Witches, warlocks, ascetic warriors, summoners, and even the wielders of ancient, magical, or cursed weaponry are found in their ranks. Naturally, anyone with the slightest whiff of magical aptitude is contacted by the organization so their talents can be harnessed for the good of preserving humanity.

You are amongst this year's recruits, about to be thrown into the war against the apocalypse.

Can you stare into the end without breaking?
Are you strong enough to save the world?

 

[Chachalotte]

When you said "contacted by the organization", does it mean the new recruits had a choice or they were forced to join the war?

In any case, I'm interested.

 

[Jean Otus]

When you said "contacted by the organization", does it mean the new recruits had a choice or they were forced to join the war?

In any case, I'm interested.

You are strongly encouraged to not risk rogue status. After all, a large number of unregulated magic users could signify a coming cataclysm.

 

[EasyWright]

Hey, I'd like to join in this if you still have space for me!

 

[Jean Otus]

Hey, I'd like to join in this if you still have space for me!

All spaces are open currently.

 

[EasyWright]

All spaces are open currently.

Forgive my naivety, but I'm not sure if I should provide anything or go anywhere from here.

 

[Jean Otus]

Forgive my naivety, but I'm not sure if I should provide anything or go anywhere from here.

You can PM me if you want, but right now I'm just gauging interest before I open the CS and OOC threads.

 

[Chachalotte]

You are strongly encouraged to not risk rogue status. After all, a large number of unregulated magic users could signify a coming cataclysm.

I see, thank you for answering. Seen how things turned out, it would be plausible for some to find this unfair and even step against the organization, I suppose. Will we know more about the organization if enough interest is reached or will it be revealed later on?

 

[joekid]

This sounds super interesting, would love to join and learn more about the lore!

 

[Jean Otus]

I see, thank you for answering. Seen how things turned out, it would be plausible for some to find this unfair and even step against the organization, I suppose. Will we know more about the organization if enough interest is reached or will it be revealed later on?

You can certainly ask questions, and I'll provide general wordbuilding information, but nothing your characters wouldn't have the ability to know. Some answers will be revealed in story, but you can ask whatever you want now.

This sounds super interesting, would love to join and learn more about the lore!

I'm taking all questions now. Ask away.

 

[joekid]

You can certainly ask questions, and I'll provide general wordbuilding information, but nothing your characters wouldn't have the ability to know. Some answers will be revealed in story, but you can ask whatever you want now.

I'm taking all questions now. Ask away.

Awesome! Is there a certain age that members are recruited or does it vary when they show magical proficiency?

 

[Jean Otus]

Awesome! Is there a certain age that members are recruited or does it vary when they show magical proficiency?

Magical aptitude surfaces as early as ten years, though weak, and as late as the mid-20s. It's also possible that magic can surface around mid-life. Generally, it follows finding a passion in life. Whenever it rears its head the organization recruits the subject into one of their various programs, either job-oriented or educational.

 

[calypso]

(hi!)

I may be interested, but I always gotta ask my basic OOC questions.

How often would you want a post, and how long?

 

[Jean Otus]

(hi!)

I may be interested, but I always gotta ask my basic OOC questions.

How often would you want a post, and how long?

Not often and 2-3 paragraphs for non-descriptive starters. Shorter for dialogue exchanges.

 

[Delilah Daisy]

I'm interested and this sounds great. I have one question:

what kind of world is this? Is it a modern world, with technology like television and cellphones? Is it futuristic with teleportation and advanced engineering? Is it medieval and older, much less developed?

 

[Jean Otus]

I'm interested and this sounds great. I have one question:

what kind of world is this? Is it a modern world, with technology like television and cellphones? Is it futuristic with teleportation and advanced engineering? Is it medieval and older, much less developed?

It's approximately the current year, with our current levels of development and economic malaise.

 

[Remembrance]

Definitely interested! I do wanna learn more but I'm just not sure of what yet so I'll wait for something to pop up.

 

[Jean Otus]

I'll try to put the CS and OOC thread up tomorrow, which is today in EST. I'm really looking forward to seeing all your characters!

 

[Cardan]

This looks super interesting!

 

[Jean Otus]

Fantasy - Anti-Apocalypse Organization Employee Index

Recruits will fill out the following form to keep a standardized record of the employees of the organization. [File Picture] Name: Alias: Age: Gender: Personal Information Personal/Professional Background Personality: Talents: Weaknesses: Powers Source of Powers: Scope of Abilities: Effective...

www.rpnation.com

Cardan Remembrance Delilah Daisy calypso joekid Chachalotte E EasyWright
Here's the CS thread. You're free to add in code or anything else you want as long as the basic information of the sheet is filled out. What is everyone's preference for appearance photos?

 

[Cheesemick]

Sounds like fun. Can I join?

 

[Jean Otus]

Sounds like fun. Can I join?

Sure, just submit a CS. All spots are currently available for application.

 

[Jean Otus]

Also, I'll be taking lore questions throughout, post them here or PM me if you want to keep them private.

 

[Chachalotte]

I will work on my character asap. Right now I don't have other questions so I should be able to flesh him out soon.

As for the appearance photo, everything suits me so I won't be against using realistic or drawing style depending on everyone's taste.

 

[Cheesemick]

Jean Otus I shall make mine within the next couple of hours, this sounds like the story to overwatch xD