To Slay Dragons and Gods {OOC|DEAD}

[Utceforp]

Sorry to be a bother but could you elaborate a bit more on what "conceptual" versus "non-conceptual" powers are?

The powers themselves aren't conceptual, or non-conceptual. Its the Dragon Soul's type. For example, a Dragon with a conceptual type would be like Calamity, or Time, basically anything that has to do with a concept. Non-conceptual is stuff like the elements, Fire, Water, Wind, and so on, stuff that isn't just a concept but is physical

Okay, I think I've got you. Thanks.

[Shwe Tu Colony]

This seems interesting, but I'm not sure if I have the time. If I do turn out to have the time, though, can my character's dragon soul involve the ability to create, mix, dilute, mimic, or even envenom scents as a way of distracting or harming enemies? Or would that count as a conceptual type of dragon, whatever that means?

Conceptual = relating to or based on mental concepts. So, a Trickster Dragon would fall under conceptual.

The ability to create as well is really vague, what specifically would you want to create?

Mix and dilute look like you are going for some sort of alchemy, which wouldn't really be an ability a Dragon soul would be able to give, that would be a skill that can be learned. But it could also be in reference to something else.

As for mimic, that can fall under conceptual, but it can also be done through physical things. So, how would they mimic, and what would they mimic?

Envenom would probably be something you find with Poison/Toxic/Venom Dragons.... which happens to be the type of Dragon Soul the character I am making houses.

The dragon soul would be able to produce scents or mix available ones through magic or something like magic. Admittedly, I had poor word choice — it's really just the ability to create & emit scents, with the most powerful scents potentially causing headaches or extreme reactions of disgust, although the soul might be able to replicate the harmful effects based on what can cause the smell. For example, if I did let it replicate the harmful effects, an extremely overpowering mustard smell will eventually replicate the effects of mustard gas if a dragon or person stays too long inside the cloud. However, a gas mask wouldn't keep someone safe since it's the smell that's somehow causing the damage. The person with the soul can also absorb the scents they create & are immune to their effects, but not if the source of the the scent was produced elsewhere. In other words, they can summon a powerful mustard smell & be immune to its effects, but wouldn't be immune to mustard gas from someone else.

[Arkeyana]

T A G G I N G I N T E N S I F I E S,

[Faal Lot Himdah]

Conceptual = relating to or based on mental concepts. So, a Trickster Dragon would fall under conceptual.

The ability to create as well is really vague, what specifically would you want to create?

Mix and dilute look like you are going for some sort of alchemy, which wouldn't really be an ability a Dragon soul would be able to give, that would be a skill that can be learned. But it could also be in reference to something else.

As for mimic, that can fall under conceptual, but it can also be done through physical things. So, how would they mimic, and what would they mimic?

Envenom would probably be something you find with Poison/Toxic/Venom Dragons.... which happens to be the type of Dragon Soul the character I am making houses.

The dragon soul would be able to produce scents or mix available ones through magic or something like magic. Admittedly, I had poor word choice — it's really just the ability to create & emit scents, with the most powerful scents potentially causing headaches or extreme reactions of disgust, although the soul might be able to replicate the harmful effects based on what can cause the smell. For example, if I did let it replicate the harmful effects, an extremely overpowering mustard smell will eventually replicate the effects of mustard gas if a dragon or person stays too long inside the cloud. However, a gas mask wouldn't keep someone safe since it's the smell that's somehow causing the damage. The person with the soul can also absorb the scents they create & are immune to their effects, but not if the source of the the scent was produced elsewhere. In other words, they can summon a powerful mustard smell & be immune to its effects, but wouldn't be immune to mustard gas from someone else.

I'll say no

[Shwe Tu Colony]

I'll say no

Eh, would the ability to summon a scented cloud count as conceptual? It's still physical in a way. Anyway, I'll probably come up with something if that doesn't work... soon.

[Faal Lot Himdah]

I'll say no

Eh, would the ability to summon a scented cloud count as conceptual? It's still physical in a way. Anyway, I'll probably come up with something if that doesn't work... soon.

It isn't conceptual... but the I don't think idea of making mustard gas minus the gas would be very useful... in fact it would probably do more harm to other players than most of the big beasts you'll be facing

[Vulnier]

Do we have to write the personality of the Dragon Soul as well, or can it be reveled in the IC?

[Faal Lot Himdah]

Do we have to write the personality of the Dragon Soul as well, or can it be reveled in the IC?

You don't have to. But if you want to, there is nothing stopping you

[Vulnier]

Do we have to write the personality of the Dragon Soul as well, or can it be reveled in the IC?

You don't have to. But if you want to, there is nothing stopping you

Cool. Gonna try and get an app up this weekend. Wind sound alright?

[Faal Lot Himdah]

You don't have to. But if you want to, there is nothing stopping you

Cool. Gonna try and get an app up this weekend. Wind sound alright?

Yep

[Tertuath Hath]

Tag. Might do a wizard with a fire or electric dragon's soul

[Shwe Tu Colony]

Another ridiculous idea: could a dragon soul whose "scholar" type works with paper, staves, & wands work? With that type, the dragon soul grants its user the ability to make exceptional-quality staves, wands, & paper as well as magically move paper around with air currents so then it can be used to deliver several thousand paper cuts. Or if that doesn't work, maybe a dust type dragon who manipulates sand & small dirt particles to grind enemies down or get into their eyes & noses?

[Zarkenis Ultima]

Aight, got it, thanks for answering. I'll see about getting an app up this week.

Look forward to it

*silently celebrating the fact a Mentor likes the RP's concept*

I mean, who doesn't like dragons? I'll probably go with a Light Dragon for the soul type.

Also, as far as the dragon soul abilities go, I take it that field is meant more to list techniques and stuff like that? Because I assume most dragon souls would be able to manipulate the element that corresponds to their type (in the fashion of elemental magic or manipulation).

[Faal Lot Himdah]

Look forward to it

*silently celebrating the fact a Mentor likes the RP's concept*

I mean, who doesn't like dragons? I'll probably go with a Light Dragon for the soul type.

Also, as far as the dragon soul abilities go, I take it that field is meant more to list techniques and stuff like that? Because I assume most dragon souls would be able to manipulate the element that corresponds to their type (in the fashion of elemental magic or manipulation).

Correct, though you should also mention the limits of the manipulation in the Abilities

Another ridiculous idea: could a dragon soul whose "scholar" type works with paper, staves, & wands work? With that type, the dragon soul grants its user the ability to make exceptional-quality staves, wands, & paper as well as magically move paper around with air currents so then it can be used to deliver several thousand paper cuts. Or if that doesn't work, maybe a dust type dragon who manipulates sand & small dirt particles to grind enemies down or get into their eyes & noses?

Scholar is a no

Dust would be a yes

[Utceforp]

Alright, I am now working on an app for some with the heart of a "storm dragon" that gifts him aerokinetic and lightning abilities.

[Faal Lot Himdah]

Alright, I am now working on an app for some with the heart of a "storm dragon" that gifts him aerokinetic and lightning abilities.

Maybe limit to one part.

[Utceforp]

WIP app

Character App
Name: Etana, AKA "the Eye of the Storm"
Age: 40
Sex: Male
Sexual Orientation: Straight as an arrow
Short Bio: Etana was born to a poor baker living in Ayrith's capital, and was raised solely by his father as his mother died in childbirth.
Appearance:

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Equipment:

• Padded wool gambeson (prefers lighter armour that won't weigh him down)
• Yew longbow and birch arrows (main weapon)
• Steel short sword (secondary weapon)
• Miscellaneous supplies, including a bedroll, meat and cheese, a waterskin, et cetera.

Dragon Soul’s Name: Despater, The Shining Storm
Type of Dragon Soul: Wind Dragon
Abilities:

• Aerokinesis: Etana can manipulate wind to do his bidding. He usually uses this to make massive leaps, and to manipulate his arrows in flight, but he can also use it more directly by summoning gusts of wind or literally knocking the wind out of people.
• Eye of the Hunter: Etana has the supernatural eyesight of a stratosphere-dwelling Wind Dragon, which is so keen that he can read an open book from more than a block away. Like his wind manipulation, Etana mainly uses this ability to enhance his archery.

Skills:

• Archery: Even without his abilities, Etana is an extremely good shot.
• Upper-body strength: Regularly pulling back his longbow has made him really beefy, so he hits like a truck.
• Climbing and acrobatics: Etana's standard tactics involve using his abilities to maneuver in three dimensions around his draconic prey, so he has gotten very good at climbing and leaping.
• General draconic knowledge: Etana has been at this for over two decades, so he has a good idea of how lesser dragons think, where their various weak points are, et cetera.

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Personality:
Likes:
Dislikes:

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Alignment: Lawful Good
Theme Song: This RP has revived my Monster Hunter obsession from its ancient grave

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RP Sample: (If I know you, you can pass on this, if not... or I don't remember you, then no skipping.)
Did you read the Rules? You're an umpire.

[Charlia]

I'll go boring but practical, I guess. Fire, electricity(I see someone seized upon that idea as well, but THERE CAN BE ONLY ONEtwo, two is good), and probably wind.

Yes, I'm already making three. Yes, this will undoubtedly cause problems later when I have more ideas. Leave me alone.


I'm curious as to how much control the dragon soul has. Can it ever control the body? Can it refuse to allow the human access to its power?

And I'd like to know a bit more about the academy as well. Do the dragon-kin have a choice in going there, or is it a 'hey you have a dragon soul so you're coming with us whether you like it or not' sort of thing? Can they leave before their graduation(to visit home, and such)?

[Faal Lot Himdah]

I'll go boring but practical, I guess. Fire, electricity(I see someone seized upon that idea as well, but THERE CAN BE ONLY ONEtwo, two is good), and probably wind.

Yes, I'm already making three. Yes, this will undoubtedly cause problems later when I have more ideas. Leave me alone.


I'm curious as to how much control the dragon soul has. Can it ever control the body? Can it refuse to allow the human access to its power?

And I'd like to know a bit more about the academy as well. Do the dragon-kin have a choice in going there, or is it a 'hey you have a dragon soul so you're coming with us whether you like it or not' sort of thing? Can they leave before their graduation(to visit home, and such)?

Tag, I really like the concept, one question, the dragonkin have a dragon soul, does that mean there is a second sentient entity inside them that can speak with them, maybe take over if deemed necessary.

Correct. And since they already lived once, they may have rivals living in the wilderness or even among the Dragon-Kin

They can technically refuse access to their power.... but there would have to be a reason.

Dragon-Kin don't get a choice, nor do their families. And they aren't allowed to leave before graduation, or they fail... but failure is not an option

[Charlia]

I'll go boring but practical, I guess. Fire, electricity(I see someone seized upon that idea as well, but THERE CAN BE ONLY ONEtwo, two is good), and probably wind.

Yes, I'm already making three. Yes, this will undoubtedly cause problems later when I have more ideas. Leave me alone.


I'm curious as to how much control the dragon soul has. Can it ever control the body? Can it refuse to allow the human access to its power?

And I'd like to know a bit more about the academy as well. Do the dragon-kin have a choice in going there, or is it a 'hey you have a dragon soul so you're coming with us whether you like it or not' sort of thing? Can they leave before their graduation(to visit home, and such)?

Correct. And since they already lived once, they may have rivals living in the wilderness or even among the Dragon-Kin

They can technically refuse access to their power.... but there would have to be a reason.

Dragon-Kin don't get a choice, nor do their families. And they aren't allowed to leave before graduation, or they fail... but failure is not an option

I was thinking that one of my characters might have a dragon soul who takes their 'defending humanity' thing a little too seriously... as in 'you can't use my power against another human being, ever'.

Excellent! This fits perfectly with one of my other character ideas...

[Faal Lot Himdah]

They can technically refuse access to their power.... but there would have to be a reason.

Dragon-Kin don't get a choice, nor do their families. And they aren't allowed to leave before graduation, or they fail... but failure is not an option

I was thinking that one of my characters might have a dragon soul who takes their 'defending humanity' thing a little too seriously... as in 'you can't use my power against another human being, ever'.

Excellent! This fits perfectly with one of my other character ideas...

That works

[Charlia]

I was thinking that one of my characters might have a dragon soul who takes their 'defending humanity' thing a little too seriously... as in 'you can't use my power against another human being, ever'.

Excellent! This fits perfectly with one of my other character ideas...

That works

Awesome. *happily collects suffering*

[Faal Lot Himdah]

By the way Utceforp, you are going to be glad to see that I have used Elder Dragons as the appearance of the majority of the Dragon Gods.... and one of them is the Shantien.

[Zarkenis Ultima]

Here's my app, decided to link the pic instead of using the code provided, as it's rather large. Hope everything's good

Character App
Name: Sylanna Lightrose
Age: 28
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Dutysexual could go either way for duty, though
Short Bio: Originally thought to be destined for anything but greatness, Sylanna was a simple orphan girl in the town of Kald, to the south of the kingdom's capital. Despite such unfortunate growing conditions, however, there had always been a certain inner strength and moral righteousness to the girl: whenever necessary, she sought to protect the other children of the village despite her frail form, and never once resorted to stealing to survive, even during times when the generosity of the townsfolk began dwindling. The reason for this was soon discovered: within her, Sylanna held the soul of an ancient Light Dragon, Elrath, who spoke to her and comforted her in times of need. As soon as this was discovered, the orphan was sent off to the capital so that she could be trained to harness her power as a Dragon-Kin. As she had no family to say goodbye to and would likely lead a better life as a Dragonslayer, all parties involved were content with this, the girl herself included.

Throughout her training, Sylanna distinguished herself as an exceptionally disciplined and talented fighter, sometimes even capable of overcoming unfair advantages given to her opponents during sparring matches. The Light Dragon inside of her helped her growth immensely, as well, providing her with precious advice at exactly the right time, as if the creature already knew what the girl was going through. Thanks to Elrath and her own innate discipline and learning aptitudes, Sylanna became one of the best Dragonslayer trainees of her generation, and as graduation rolled around, she was immediately sent to one of the nine keeps, Redford, in the hope that she would continue to grow exponentially once exposed to real combat.

Thus, for the following several years, the small town orphan girl became one of the powerful Dragonslayers keeping watch over the Kingdom of Ayrith from Redford Keep. All of her training appeared to pay off quite well, as she proved herself to be a devastating obstacle to any attempted incursion, be it by dragon or other beasts, time and time again. Her power, experience, and Elrath's borrowed abilities and ever-helpful advice made her a force to be reckoned with, the ancient dragon often showing her how to overcome particularly tricky situations when necessary (though as the woman's autonomous moral compass developed, they began butting heads now and then). Many lamented that a beautiful woman such as her had to bear with bloodbath after bloodbath in the frontlines instead of carrying out a peaceful existence in the capital, but to her, the chance to fulfill her destiny is all she could ask for.

Recently, Sylanna has been called to the capital to face the greatest challenge of all: to defeat the Dragon Gods and save Ayrith.
Appearance: Here, minus the ears of course.

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Equipment: Shield, armor and longsword with ricasso, as pictured above, along with a glaive, a flute and assorted supplies (food, water, flint and steel, etc).
Dragon Soul’s Name: Elrath, the Unconquerable Sun
Type of Dragon Soul: Light
Abilities:

• Light Magic: A catch-all term for the basic functions of Elrath's power, which includes manipulating luminous energy and lighting up dark environments. With it, Sylanna can snuff out or amplify the luminosity of various objects, affect color and even temporarily blind others.
• Light's Blessing: Due to Elrath's elemental affinity, Sylanna is impervious to harmful light magic and light-based attacks, cannot be blinded, and grows physically stronger in environments bathed in light, though on the other hand she loses this strength in the dark and at night.
• Luminous Blasts: The manifestation of a Light Dragon's destructive power, not as any sort of dragonbreath, but as devastating beams of concentrated light that sear anything in their path. Sylanna can employ them freely, though their width and the time she can maintain them is limited by her energy and her skill using this power.
• Solid Light: One of Sylanna's more advanced abilities, which allows her to temporarily turn light into solid matter. Constructs made of this are quite durable and can range from small and handheld to tall and imposing, though anything too complex (ie with mobile parts) would take time and focus and would be impossible to create in the middle of a fight.
• Illusory Light: By far the most difficult ability to use, though not the most draining. With this, Sylanna can create mirages to fool her enemies, though said mirages can only exist for a brief period of time and require a lot of concentration to create.

Skills:

• Swordfighting: By far Sylanna's favorite fighting style, and the one she has honed the most over the years.
• Armed Combat: Despite focusing on the sword, Sylanna's learned to use most other weapons with some degree of skill. Most notably, she carries a polearm for situations in which its reach is necessary.
• Unarmed Combat: She also knows how to give and take a good punch, though she doesn't usually resort to this.
• Hunting Experience: Throughout the years, Sylanna has acquired quite a bit of knowledge regarding the slaying of not just dragons, but the beasts of the wild in general.
• Survival Skills: She knows how to cook well enough to avoid starving, among other things.
• Artistic Skills: Due to practicing a little in her free time, she dabbles in a few arts, like poetry and music.

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Personality: Sylanna is a diligent Dragonslayer who takes pride in protecting the people of Ayrith, and while she does not take joy in combat, she is happy to use her skills for the kingdom. She takes her duties very seriously, but aside from that, she usually displays a friendly face to those around her, be they simple citizens of the kingdom or fellow warriors. She's not above a little social drinking or cracking a few jokes to lighten the mood, either.
Likes: Children, drinking, exotic foods, the countryside, the arts, protecting her people.
Dislikes: Unnecessary fighting, failing her duties, large cities, boredom.

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Alignment: Lawful Good (not inflexible; more good than lawful)
Theme Song: This is probably fitting.

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RP Sample: These two should illustrate what you can expect from me on average
Did you read the Rules? Yes.

[Faal Lot Himdah]

Character App
Name: Sylanna Lightrose

*Rival detected for Zeva*

This is basically a hard counter for Zeva (see the second post).

Accepted (though its Nine Keeps, not Eight.)