Voyage in Vadopol (OOC, Esquarium Only)

[Pavonistade]

VOYAGE IN

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Denteivue tea Vadopol!
That means "Welcome to Vadopol" in Pavon!

So what is Vadopol?
Vadopol is the largest city in the Pavonistadian Provinces and is historically (and still, for some Lombardians) known as Palemo. It has a population of approximately 8.3 million and the metropolitan area to which it belongs contains close to one-fourth of the population of Pavonistade. Proclaiming itself as the "city of the contemporary," Vadopol is said by Pavonistadians to be the country's cultural and economic capital. The city has various communities and people from different backgrounds, making its culture very lively and vibrant. With glimmering landmarks, warm coastal climate, and a great populace, Vadopol will be such a splendid city that a voyage there will not ever be forgotten!

Rules and Notes
Prepare to resist temptation to say "tl;dr". I know you want to say it, but do bear with me and we'll get to the fun part.

1. The OP is Pavonistade. Pavonistade has authority over the RP. I am Pavonistade, therefore I am OP.
2. I reserve the right to penalize people for anything, even if they are not covered in the rules. So don't be too surprised if I strike you for OOC arguing, having your character yell "Namster", or rapping the ABC's (OOCly or ICly).
   
   1. Such frivolous strikes would have been indicated by a note somewhere in the post, saying that they are not actual strikes and don't penalize whoever's being targeted.
3. I reserve the right not to reply to your posts if there are issues such as you being banned or DEAT'd.
4. I reserve the right to update rules, notes, and any parts of the OOC/IC threads without always having to notify others. People would need to check by themselves.
   
   1. But as a very wise person named Pavonistade said, "[...] while I'm not obliged to give notice of any edits, I would just alert participants of changes anyways." There is the Update Log if any announced changes are made.
5. Any powers or anything not yet specified should be left for me for judgement.

1. Esquarium only.
2. Follow NS rules, in particular the One Stop Rules Shop.
3. Put at least some effort in your application and RP posts. Bad grammar isn't preferred, and so are one-liners in most cases. The exception to the one-liner rule is if there isn't much to RP out in a scenario.
4. Godmodding, wanking, metagaming, and any unfair roleplaying will not be tolerated.
5. However, I as OP may describe the environment around your character(s) to continue the plot revolving around them.
6. There will be a strike system, with a strike handed out for poor behavior or rule violations.
   1. Three strikes and you're deported from Pavonistade, OOCly!
   2. Any serious behaviors may result in kicks without first reaching three strikes.
   3. Another issue that results in kicks without three strikes is when a nation becomes inactive in the RP. If the nation does not post in the IC for a long-enough period, it will be deported from Pavonistade (although it can re-assure interest and return).
   4. If you feel you received an unjust strike or kick, feel free to TG me and we'll work something out (in the best-case scenario).
7. Make sure your biography and application are realistic. A character with too many traits would not be accepted. A character who suddenly changes from a politician to a Katniss Everdeen-analog would also not be accepted.
8. Please don't mention RL countries such as France. Some entities and items that exist in RL such as Twitter can be mentioned, but do check with the OP (aka I, Pavonistade) if you are unsure.
9. Obviously abide by NS rules. (I repeated this for a reason)
10. And don't exploit any loopholes you find in the rules, notes, etc.

1. Each nation can have a maximum of four (4) characters, all of whom are to be visiting Vadopol for a period of time.
2. The character(s) are touring the city. Therefore I don't expect some big political campaigning or secret missions from you (ouch).
3. A relative(s) counts as characters. Immediate family members and close friends of the main character (the person on which the application is based) are some examples of relatives for the purpose of this RP.
4. Characters must be human, as Pavonistade and virtually all of Esquarium are human. No turians, equus sapiens, tiyankis, amnesiac fish, Time Lords, etc. are allowed.
5. No puppet nations may participate.

[Pavonistade]

Application
The RP will start off at 08:00 AM in Pavonistadian Standard Time (PST), based on the time zone map for Esquarium as of August 12, 2016. When the RP starts, you are not obliged to RP the arrival of your character(s) in Vadopol. You may start right in a hotel, either Hotel de Kapiteile (Koflelle) or Oldstreet Inn (South-End). You could also start in any reasonable location, such as in an airport right after your character[s] arrived. In spite of all these rules, I order you to have fun!

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[b]Character Name:[/b]
[b]Sex:[/b]
[b]Age:[/b]
[b]Appearance:[/b]
[b]Relatives:[/b] [family members, friends, etc.]
[b]Profession:[/b] [if unemployed, put "unemployed"]
[b]Biography:[/b] [make sure biography makes sense]
[b]Traits:[/b] [socialist? creative? etc.]
[b]RP Sample:[/b] [not required but useful]
[b]Notes:[/b]

Participants
Pavonistade

• The OP himself
• NPC's

Sjalhaven

• Glyrna Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir (age 20)
• Mýrún Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir (age 20)

Tuthina

• Phyllis/Nwūnmozolh (age 21)

Map Guide

Below is a list of locations that carry some significance. The map and list will not display any locations considered to be generic, such as police stations, bus stops, libraries, and local markets.

• Central Park (Forhelm)
  An urban park containing various tropical and subtropical flora, as well as some greenhouses and different sculptures symbolizing nature.
• City Council (Mandar Bay)
  The legislature of the Vadopolitan municipal government. In proximity of the city council is the Old Mayor's Municipal Council, which was the original city council in historic Vadopol.
• Cry for Ascension Monument (Alivack)
  A monument from the early 19th century. It depicts the unity among the Jopj indigenous people and the Pavons, even as the former's empire ceased to exist and indigenous descendants were discriminated against for decades.
• Darrette Hill (Darrette)
  The highest place in Vadopol, lying at 50 meters above sea level. It is forested by subtropical trees, and gives a decent view of surrounding places and the Vadopolitan skyline.
• Delta Landfill (Delta)
  An active landfill for Vadopol. Unless picking out garbage is somehow a pastime, the dull and repellent region does not attract much appreciation. Once the landfill is covered, there is potential for reclamation to begin and conversion of the region to a park.
• First Vadopolitan Frederick's Fries (Yienlis)
  The first Frederick's Fries outlet in Vadopol. Frederick's Fries is a fast-food chain headquartered in Oktosis and currently has over twenty thousand outlets in at least eight nations. OOC: There are more Frederick's Fries outlets across Vadopol, but all other such outlets are considered to be generic.
• Gay Village (Valence Quarter)
  Valence Quarter is a neighbourhood of Vadopol, but it itself is also the city's gay village. It has a higher lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender population than any other cities or gay villages in Pavonistade. Numerous other sexual minorities exist in the Vadopol Gay Village.
• Hotel de Kapiteile (Koflelle)
  A modern, luxurious hotel considered to be the "ultimate hotel of Pavonistade". It would have served as the abode for world leaders if Vadopol hosted the Second Esquarian Summit. OOC: This is one of the possible starting points for characters.
• Kaptyn War Cemetery (Kaptyn)
  A cemetery devoted to honouring the war dead since the Pavonistadian Revolution. A Tomb of the Unknown Soldier lies in the center of the cemetery.
• Little Ocelotia (Vergkot)
  A community of Ocelotians or Pavonistadians of Ocelotian descent. It demonstrates recovery and a vibrant culture despite over two decades of intolerance during the Ocelotian Sovereignty Dispute.
• Namortown (Mandar Bay)
  This Namortown, or Little Namor, is the most densely-populated of any Namortowns in Pavonistade.
• Nautasiville (Zyta)
  A community with a high concentration of Pavonistadians and people of Nautasian descent. It has a higher concentration of black Pavonistadians and Muslims than any other location in Vadopol.
• New Colonies Post (Imogen)
  This is the first post set up by the Lombardians after they first stepped on Pavonistadian soil in 1588 CE. The colony in which the post was situated was called the New Colonies, before it was referred to as Palemo and then Vadopol.
• Oldstreet Inn (South-End)
  A hotel constructed in the early 20th century. Its sense of tradition and its symbol as a symbol of historic Vadopol gains attention from numerous tourists and visitors, both Pavonistadian and non-Pavonistadian. OOC: This is one of the possible starting points for characters.
• Pavonistadium (Tanatara)
  The home stadium of the Pavonistade national football team. it has a capacity of 70,000 seats.
• Revolution Plaque (Lusangka)
  A plaque originating from the Pavonistadian Revolution, a series of social and political changes contributing to the downfall of the Pavon monarchy. It is believed to have been created following the victory in the Battle of Palemo (historic Vadopol) by rebel general Adrian Vadopol, after whom the city is named.
• Sky Centers (Downtown)
  Four mixed-used skyscrapers. The Central Skyscraper is the tallest building in Pavonistade (standing at 400 m), and three shorter skyscrapers surround it.
• Smasgtani Park (Anastasia)
  A park along the Smasgtani River. Many plants, animals, fish, and insects flourish near the river, and the park offers to visitors an atmosphere that is very quiet and serene.
• Tangerine Mall (Downtown)
  The largest shopping mall in Vadopol. It is a vertical mall with countless features, from a large food court to a movie theatre.
• University of Vadopol (Flons)
  A public research university located in the outskirts of Vadopol. It attracts students from other Pavonistadian cities or from abroad, though it is often contrasted with the more-prestigious University of Gordhoss.
• Vadopol International Airport (Haghestii)
  The busiest airport in Pavonistade based on passenger traffic. It hosts a great variety of outlets, stores, and restaurants, as well as a large parking lot, light-rail link, and a hotel. OOC: This is one of the possible starting points for characters.
• Vadopol Museum (Liamo)
  A museum showcasing the history of Vadopol. It also serves as the municipal science center for people of various ages.
• War Museum (Mulhosat)
  A museum showcasing relics from wars in which Pavonistadian soldiers have fought, from the Pavonistadian Revolutionary War to the First Ocelotian-Pavonistadian War.

Update Log
Changes in the Update Log are ordered chronologically. Minor changes may not be announced.

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August 28, 2016
-Minor edits to OP (including the PMGUL post)
-Moved application form to PMGUL post

July 1, 2016:
-New note: When the RP starts, you are not obliged to RP the arrival of your character(s) in Vadopol. You may start right in a hotel or any reasonable residence.
-Map changes
--Added Hotel de Kapiteile (Koflelle)
--Added Oldstreet Inn (South-End)
-Added Map Guide
-Vadopol logo added

June 30, 2016:
-Creation of Update Log
-Residual powers: any powers or anything not yet specified should be left for the OP for judgement.
-Addition of Participants section
-Map changes
--Added First Vadopolitan Frederick's Fries (Yienlis)
--Moved Little Ocelotia from Yienlis to Vergkot
-Added note on Profession section of character application

[Tuthina]

Character Name: Nwūnmozolh, Philiswoli, adopted the name "Phyllis" for foreigner use
Sex: Female
Age: 21
Appearance: A young adult female with a complexion somewhat lighter than usual Mongoloid skin tone by nature, she has a waist-long, straight black hair usually tied behind her as a simple ponytail. Her appearance is quite easy on the eye because every character in Esquarium is attractive unless explicitly stated otherwise. She usually dresses in a somewhat casual, if a bit conservative fashion with elements of traditional Tuthinan-Ama garments incorporated, and her hair is often decorated with a small hairpin of some kind of stylised flower.
Relatives: N/A
Profession: Student
Biography: Daughter of a relatively well-off family from the northern Home Islands, Philiswoli enjoys a decent upbringing with a relatively liberal education. Aiming to study foreign culture, especially art and music, Philiswoli uses a combination of decent results from the elementary levels of Imperial Examination, sweet-talking and favours, she managed to have her family pay for her travel to Vadopol, as well as all the legal documents required for passing the customs.
Traits: creative, curious, mischievous, lewd as far as PG-13 allows
RP Sample: You should know me already.
Notes: Please contact me if you want more information. You know where to find me.

[Pavonistade]

Accepted, Tuthina! Your character will be commonly referred to as Phyllis unless you want to have her specified by the other names.

[Sjalhaven]

Character Name: Glyrna Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir & Mýrún Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir
Sex: Female
Age: 20
Appearance: The pair of young adults shared most, if not all, typical physical features of the inhabitants of the northerly country. Their height, above average for many, if only slightly, mutually complemented and was completed by an overall physique that one could describe as svelte. True to their homeland, their skins were of a quintessential Sceathanean tint, a seemingly desaturated pale white that one unacquainted with would quickly consider as the signs of illness. They were not blessed, or cursed, depending on who you ask, by a touch of a warm colour: their eyes were pale blue, barely blue enough to contrast with the rest of the faces, and their hair, of an ostensibly bleached blonde colour, were dressed in crown-like braids, leaving few hair to fall freely behind. Out of habit and tradition, they both dressed in Sceathanean dresses of different colours, often the only clue to differentiate Glyrna from Mýrún to the untrained eye.
Relatives: Each other
Profession: Tourists
Biography: The two daughters of an average Sveartveatn couple wished to leave their home islands and travel around a little bit after obtaining their diplomas in materials chemistry and before continuing studies. Such a cosmopolitan city as Vadopol presented itself as a logical choice for a first destination.
Traits: caring, quiet, naive, stubborn
RP Sample: Hey Niko, it's your cousin Roman, we already RPed together
Notes: Holla if you need more also i wrote this at 3 am so it may or may not explains stuff that may suck and finally i wrote only one app for the twins because i don't think saying the same thing over and over is necessary especially since the strength of the T W I N C O N N E C T I O N

[Pavonistade]

Character Name: Glyrna Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir & Mýrún Ravðskeggs-Svaenhaezdóhtir
Sex: Female
Age: 20
Appearance: The pair of young adults shared most, if not all, typical physical features of the inhabitants of the northerly country. Their height, above average for many, if only slightly, mutually complemented and was completed by an overall physique that one could describe as svelte. True to their homeland, their skins were of a quintessential Sceathanean tint, a seemingly desaturated pale white that one unacquainted with would quickly consider as the signs of illness. They were not blessed, or cursed, depending on who you ask, by a touch of a warm colour: their eyes were pale blue, barely blue enough to contrast with the rest of the faces, and their hair, of an ostensibly bleached blonde colour, were dressed in crown-like braids, leaving few hair to fall freely behind. Out of habit and tradition, they both dressed in Sceathanean dresses of different colours, often the only clue to differentiate Glyrna from Mýrún to the untrained eye.
Relatives: Each other
Profession: Tourists
Biography: The two daughters of an average Svartvatn couple wished to leave their home islands and travel around a little bit after obtaining their diplomas in materials chemistry and before continuing studies. Such a cosmopolitan city as Vadopol presented itself as a logical choice for a first destination.
Traits: caring, quiet, naive, stubborn
RP Sample: Hey Niko, it's your cousin Roman, we already RPed together
Notes: Holla if you need more also i wrote this at 3 am so it may or may not explains stuff that may suck and finally i wrote only one app for the twins because i don't think saying the same thing over and over is necessary especially since the strength of the T W I N C O N N E C T I O N

Accepted. Welcome aboard!

EDIT: And on an incredibly-delayed note, any applicants need not fill out an app for every single character. The app is intended to focus on one character but any information on any relatives would be appreciated.