Traveller's Cafe 3: Brainstorming, discussion, tea, advice

[Rupudska]

I'm considering another Strike Witches RP, but instead of focusing on a Witches-only squadron (like Strike Witches 2012), a mixed-unit sort of thing consisting of Witches and soldiers.

Unsure if I want to set it in Vietnam or during the Second Neuroi War (but in Southeast Asia, a criminally underexplored theatre of World War 2 in pretty much any medium)

[Democratic East-Asia]

Soon, soon.

I shall release my alt!Kaiserreich + Southern Victory RP

[Pax Nerdvana]

Again, would anyone be interested in doing a Transformers based RP?

.... Live Action Movies or 80s Cartoon/Marvel Comics?

I was thinking IDW continuity, although G1 would be fine too.

[Harbertia]

.... Live Action Movies or 80s Cartoon/Marvel Comics?

I was thinking IDW continuity, although G1 would be fine too.

I"m not familiar with IDW.

(I appologize for the delayed response I kept forgetting to respond)

[Harbertia]

(Wanting to do another World of Zid RP but wanting to get such up quickly I've opted for a quick RP that requires only three components, an OP, myself, and another player)

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As the designer of the World of Zid and curator of player content I don't get to often take part as a player character in an adventure. Operating and taking part in an RP as a player character at the same time is difficult for me. Thus I'm asking for someone willing to take on the role of host for an RP that should be quick to set up.

As it's set in an alternate version of the World of Zid I'm giving the host liberty with this- I just want to experience a bit of this world from a player's perspective, and to take on the role of the only NPC I got attached to in the setting- Elenor.

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Elenor at the time of this quick RP is a young dragon (as far as dragons go) who has been raised by Ethanial Zid, a gifted Sorcerer King. During that time in her life she was small enough to wrap around an arm. Through generations of Sorcerer rulers of the city state of Zid Elenor grew, and for a time was a bit like a nanny. But during this generation she's grown to the size shown in the image above- too big for the palace.

The previous King has perished, perhaps been killed- during a hunting trip leaving a youthful heir, Kalcipher Zid, to inherit the Kingdom. I will not here relay what happened in the main continuity or who Kalcipher was in that continuity as I wont the player of Kalcipher to define the young man who is now king.

It is my desire that these two characters form a companionship, and that the host provides an adventure.

[Olthenia]

What if aliens came to Earth during the time of Russia's last Tsar?

[Harbertia]

What if aliens came to Earth during the time of Russia's last Tsar?

The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells; is set during that time period (late 1890s) prior to the first world war. In the epilogue, as I read the book, it's revealed that the study of Martian technology allowed the construction of flying machines. The book's focus is on Britain but each of the great powers was hit, including Russia.

[Olthenia]

Well, what if the aliens in question were not so much of the invading, genocidal variety, but rather the uplifting, come-share-our-wisdom variety?

I can think of few places more in need of some extra-terrestrial wisdom than Russia during the 1890's.

[Barapam]

Well, what if the aliens in question were not so much of the invading, genocidal variety, but rather the uplifting, come-share-our-wisdom variety?

I can think of few places more in need of some extra-terrestrial wisdom than Russia during the 1890's.

Or what if the aliens themselves see it as an uplifting project, but they end up being genocidal anyway, just like human imperialists?

[Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States]

What if aliens came to Earth during the time of Russia's last Tsar?

Sientific interest and religious upheaval: this is the time of Science Fiction, so it would at least be interesting. Many would probably call them angels or demons.

[Dayganistan]

I'd kind of like to see a police procedural RP but set in an authoritarian state, RPing as the secret police or some similar organization. Could be pretty interesting depending on how it's handled.

[Olthenia]

What if aliens came to Earth during the time of Russia's last Tsar?

Sientific interest and religious upheaval: this is the time of Science Fiction, so it would at least be interesting. Many would probably call them angels or demons.

I can just imagine the high society of Imperial Russia awed and frightened by the unfathomable technological splendor of, say, a hologram or video image.

[Pax Nerdvana]

I was thinking IDW continuity, although G1 would be fine too.

I"m not familiar with IDW.

(I appologize for the delayed response I kept forgetting to respond)

The IDW comics explain the whole backstory of the war, like how it started, and WHY it started. It's so good. G1 would be fine as well.

[Harbertia]

Sientific interest and religious upheaval: this is the time of Science Fiction, so it would at least be interesting. Many would probably call them angels or demons.

I can just imagine the high society of Imperial Russia awed and frightened by the unfathomable technological splendor of, say, a hologram or video image.

While such is amazing to envision, one has to consider a few things further. For example, for this encounter to take place the Aliens will need to appear Human. Now, if you where to look up Russian Alien Sightings you'd get horrific things- but for you I recommend Nordic Aliens.

The Nordics are described as slender pale skinned and blond humanoids resembling Earth's Nords. They fit you profile of enlightened aliens as they have a concern for the environment and are among themselves individualistic. In lore regarding such aliens it's not that uncommon for them to give people rides, laugh, etc. Generally depicted as good natured.

Now, let's say that some young Nordics did come to Tsarist Russia prior to the revolution and did arrange to meet with the Tsar in the hopes of instilling in him hope- for you see Tsar Nicholas had confidence issues.

For example, he had been sending telegraphs all night to his cousin Willie (Kaiser Wilhelm) seeking to avert the war and the two spoke at length and reflected on the good times they shared.

Nicholas ordered a demobilization of the army- to which an assembly of military leaders, politicians, etc came to him to ask why- one man- his name lost to history tried to comfort the Tsar by assuring him that people are aware that it's hard to make a discision, but the words cut deep and Tsar Nicholas reversed his order- and WWI began shortly after.

What I mean is, that if some young aliens where to note the human factor at play, and the horror about to occur- that they might try to better the situation; especially if young and optimistic.

[Harbertia]

I"m not familiar with IDW.

(I appologize for the delayed response I kept forgetting to respond)

The IDW comics explain the whole backstory of the war, like how it started, and WHY it started. It's so good. G1 would be fine as well.

IDW does sound like a great way to have OCs though the Transformers didn't start transforming till they had to blend in with Earth (at least such is my understanding). So that factor would be gone (again have not read IDW); though as a background it's a start. Like- what if you started with a prologue for character building set in IDW before having an alternate G1 with the canon characters and OCs?

[Harbertia]

I'd kind of like to see a police procedural RP but set in an authoritarian state, RPing as the secret police or some similar organization. Could be pretty interesting depending on how it's handled.

I, nearly got something like that up- or rather did- some time back. I- sometimes entertain the idea of what you discribe- or more often a slice of life RP in such a world.

... actually I did organize this amazing production What happened in it was, that players caught on to the Order being the same one from the OM&T RPs (such as the 'A Place We Use to Know' and thus the IC is set in that world under the Order rather then what I had originally intended, and since it was so good I let it roll).

[Pax Nerdvana]

The IDW comics explain the whole backstory of the war, like how it started, and WHY it started. It's so good. G1 would be fine as well.

IDW does sound like a great way to have OCs though the Transformers didn't start transforming till they had to blend in with Earth (at least such is my understanding). So that factor would be gone (again have not read IDW); though as a background it's a start. Like- what if you started with a prologue for character building set in IDW before having an alternate G1 with the canon characters and OCs?

My original idea was an alternate version of the IDW continuity, where Bludgeon releases some sort of zombie virus on Cybertron, and the players would play OCs who had managed to survive the intial outbreak. Sort of like The Walking Dead. What are your ideas?

[Harbertia]

IDW does sound like a great way to have OCs though the Transformers didn't start transforming till they had to blend in with Earth (at least such is my understanding). So that factor would be gone (again have not read IDW); though as a background it's a start. Like- what if you started with a prologue for character building set in IDW before having an alternate G1 with the canon characters and OCs?

My original idea was an alternate version of the IDW continuity, where Bludgeon releases some sort of zombie virus on Cybertron, and the players would play OCs who had managed to survive the intial outbreak. Sort of like The Walking Dead. What are your ideas?

I've given mine already, I have nothing else to add. This computer virus and the walking dead are outside my interests. I'm not a fan of zombie fiction nor other 'pod people' plot lines of ally turning foe in what can best be stated as a paranoid terror zone where anyone could turn at any time. (I don't like horror)

[Pax Nerdvana]

My original idea was an alternate version of the IDW continuity, where Bludgeon releases some sort of zombie virus on Cybertron, and the players would play OCs who had managed to survive the intial outbreak. Sort of like The Walking Dead. What are your ideas?

I've given mine already, I have nothing else to add. This computer virus and the walking dead are outside my interests. I'm not a fan of zombie fiction nor other 'pod people' plot lines of ally turning foe in what can best be stated as a paranoid terror zone where anyone could turn at any time. (I don't like horror)

Your idea sounds good. I just really, really want to do a TF RP. Ok, let's see... Set in G1... What else?

[Barapam]

Sientific interest and religious upheaval: this is the time of Science Fiction, so it would at least be interesting. Many would probably call them angels or demons.

I can just imagine the high society of Imperial Russia awed and frightened by the unfathomable technological splendor of, say, a hologram or video image.

Well, maybe frightened at first, but this was still an era where new inventions came every year. A few might perhaps see it as a work of the devil, but most would see it for what it was, an amazing scientific and technological breakthrough. Besides, movies came around in the early 1900s (or was it late 1800s?), so mostly they would simply be astonished by the improved quality compared to what they had themselves. I mean, these were modern, civilized, intelligent people, not early stone age people who likely would see the aliens as gods.

[Harbertia]

I've given mine already, I have nothing else to add. This computer virus and the walking dead are outside my interests. I'm not a fan of zombie fiction nor other 'pod people' plot lines of ally turning foe in what can best be stated as a paranoid terror zone where anyone could turn at any time. (I don't like horror)

Your idea sounds good. I just really, really want to do a TF RP. Ok, let's see... Set in G1... What else?

I suppose the standard Decepticon / Transformer conflict. Though it occures to me that we'll need to establish the decade on Earth- I recommend the 90s for familiarity to a wider scope. Even someone born in 2000 is familiar with some aspect of the 90s though less then someone born in the 90s or 80s. But still the widest scope of familiarity for potential players.

Edit: I misremember the 90s apparently.

[Pax Nerdvana]

Your idea sounds good. I just really, really want to do a TF RP. Ok, let's see... Set in G1... What else?

I suppose the standard Decepticon / Transformer conflict. Though it occures to me that we'll need to establish the decade on Earth- I recommend the 90s for familiarity to a wider scope. Even someone born in 2000 is familiar with some aspect of the 90s though less then someone born in the 90s or 80s. But still the widest scope of familiarity for potential players.

I actually dislike it when TF continuities are set on Earth, because then it becomes all about the humans, often ignoring character development fir the Cybertronians.

[Harbertia]

I suppose the standard Decepticon / Transformer conflict. Though it occures to me that we'll need to establish the decade on Earth- I recommend the 90s for familiarity to a wider scope. Even someone born in 2000 is familiar with some aspect of the 90s though less then someone born in the 90s or 80s. But still the widest scope of familiarity for potential players.

I actually dislike it when TF continuities are set on Earth, because then it becomes all about the humans, often ignoring character development fir the Cybertronians.

That is a valid point as the characters of the RP will be Cybertronians.

I wasn't very old when I watched the animated series, and while I know the conflict carried from the homeworld to Earth I mostly remember the conflict over Earth rather then details of the war prior.

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Having tried to establish an RP built around another animates series that now seems similar in that situation to Transformers, I agree. For me, the solution in my attempt was to set the RP on the homeworld at first- explore the conflict on the planet- and then move to Earth where the characters would interact with Humans from their character's perspective.

Such is why I proposed having it start during the war, and moving to Earth. To me, without Earth's technology one lacks transformation- Optimus Prime didn't turn itno a truck till after coming to Earth and analyzing a truck himself.

[Pax Nerdvana]

I actually dislike it when TF continuities are set on Earth, because then it becomes all about the humans, often ignoring character development fir the Cybertronians.

That is a valid point as the characters of the RP will be Cybertronians.

I wasn't very old when I watched the animated series, and while I know the conflict carried from the homeworld to Earth I mostly remember the conflict over Earth rather then details of the war prior.

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Having tried to establish an RP built around another animates series that now seems similar in that situation to Transformers, I agree. For me, the solution in my attempt was to set the RP on the homeworld at first- explore the conflict on the planet- and then move to Earth where the characters would interact with Humans from their character's perspective.

Such is why I proposed having it start during the war, and moving to Earth. To me, without Earth's technology one lacks transformation- Optimus Prime didn't turn itno a truck till after coming to Earth and analyzing a truck himself.

That sounds good. Start on Cybertron, and eventually move to Earth. '80s or '90s are probably our beat bet.

[Harbertia]

That is a valid point as the characters of the RP will be Cybertronians.

I wasn't very old when I watched the animated series, and while I know the conflict carried from the homeworld to Earth I mostly remember the conflict over Earth rather then details of the war prior.

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Having tried to establish an RP built around another animates series that now seems similar in that situation to Transformers, I agree. For me, the solution in my attempt was to set the RP on the homeworld at first- explore the conflict on the planet- and then move to Earth where the characters would interact with Humans from their character's perspective.

Such is why I proposed having it start during the war, and moving to Earth. To me, without Earth's technology one lacks transformation- Optimus Prime didn't turn itno a truck till after coming to Earth and analyzing a truck himself.

That sounds good. Start on Cybertron, and eventually move to Earth. '80s or '90s are probably our beat bet.

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