- Invitation Status
- Posting Speed
- Speed of Light
- Multiple posts per day
- 1-3 posts per day
- One post per day
- 1-3 posts per week
- Writing Levels
- Intermediate
- Adept
- Advanced
- Adaptable
- Preferred Character Gender
- Male
- Genres
- Romance, Fantasy, Sci Fi, Magical, Dark Themed, Modern
Credit to @-Kuroko- for this being his initial creation and in thanks for giving me permission to run this
@ShayBear @Transparent @~Dark Disney~ @FemmeFatale @Pyralithia
@Alexstrasza Remember you were in the first run of this if still still if your cup of tea
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The year is 2059 a dangerous pathogen known as "Vrykolas-Romero Virus" (VRV) Began infecting humans throughout the eastern side of North America approximately six months ago. The VRV is unlike any other virus humankind has ever seen before. The initial strain of the virus was to cure all deadly diseases; it was supposed to be the next big thing! The cure for all cures! It was totally ambitious and dangerous; they knew it had complications, but how bad they did not realize. The VRV mutated in its hosts killing them after two weeks of exposure, sometimes faster depending on the individual person. After death it could take several minutes or even hours for the corpse to reanimate itself, these reanimated corpses have collected quite a few nicknames. "Walkers," "Walking dead," "Z's," and many others. These creatures only know one thing. The need to feed.
Since the appearance of these "Zombies" worldwide panic was quick to ensue, the larger cities taking the fall first. The Americans were blamed, since they are the ones who engineered the virus, and left to their own devices while the other countries fended for themselves. A group of close knit scientists and some Government officials locked themselves away in their own private bunker to attempt to cure this virus. Whether they are still in activity the rest of the country does not know.
As for the survivors they have made their own discoveries about the undead that the scientists never predicted.
Some never stopped mutating.
The mutations ranged from pack like hunting techniques. Some were so fast, the likelihood of you getting away were so slim it hurt. There were some who retained some of their intelligence, preferring to become an Alpha. Then there were the "Beasts", the animals that contracted the VRV. Depending on the species that contracted it depended on the mutations that it took on. Most of the animals died off in response to the mutations, their bodies unable to handle it even in their undead state. Most animals developed "mole" like senses, losing all ability to see at all. Most of them also do not come out during the day, as the sun severely damages their body beyond what already has been done by the virus. All "Beasts'' are found under the command of an Alpha. There are those who are known as "False-Carriers" These people are believed to be just like Carriers, but unfortunately their "Immunity" is temporary. False-Carriers are ones who are most likely to turn into Alphas or some other mutated creature.
There are those who are somehow immune to the VRV and thus become "Carriers." Because they can still infect other people, only by coming in contact with their blood or saliva, a lot of the other survivors will try to kill them. Some feel they should be able to survive just like everyone else.
Now here is where the survivor comes into play. Some survivors managed to escape the initial outbreak, whether by sheer luck and determination or because they simply had the skills for it. They could have been a part of an evacuation group or thought that it would be better to escape on their own or with someone else and staying away from large groups. They all have heard of a so called "Safe-haven" for all those that have survived. It was ironic too that it was called "Heaven." There are other safe places as well, but "Heaven" is the most significant one. Survivors could either be searching for "Heaven", searching for one of the other safe places, or they want to stay as far away from it as possible.
Where will you be? Where will you go? What will you do? Who will you be?
But while this small light of security breeds a bit of hope into the world, rumors spread of Alphas beggining to work alongside one another gathering their strength as they claim their own territories in the fallen cities of the world.
With the year being a good four decades ahead of RL present day. Technology is also slightly more advanced so feel free to come across with *slightly* futuristic tech especially if your character is going to take more of a scientific approach to things. Most tech if it is plot affecting or a bit "out there" will need to go through me and any Co-Gm's for approval and for us to understand on the same page
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[warning]I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DENY OR REMOVE ANY PLAYER FOR ANY REASON
Please do not let this frighten you as I am very easy to get along with especially if you can handle smart ass personas. I just find this the easiest way to deal with unpleasant childish drama without having to host applications or needlessly selective invitations for the RP.[/warning]
ACTIVITY & POSTING
TBD - However I hope to not be forced to put an actual demand on posts or installing some punitive system for being inactive/ removal from the RP. Let's aim for at least twice a week minimum and please come to myself or a CO-GM if you are struggling with time or inspiration
LITERACY
I expect you to have a basic understanding of the English language. Please no L33t(leet) speak or Text talk (i.e. lol,ttyl, etc) No ONE LINERS, I would like everyone to strive for at least a paragraph but of course am understanding to the fact we all won't have so much to respond to in every single post.
Everyone is going to probably have a sad backstory. I mean it is the Zombie Apocalypse. Whether it happened because of the apocalypse or before doesn't matter.
Be creative as you possibly can with your characters.
Anime pictures or Anime/realistic pictures please. No Real face claims. (This is possibly negotiable if the majority would rather this be REAL Faceclaims)
You are only allowed 2 characters at a time. If one of your characters die you may ask to create a new one. (If you prove you can be consistently active with your 2 I can easily consider giving you a 3rd)
Not everyone can be a Carrier, If you wish to be a Carrier you must clear it with me first. I will be limiting Carriers to TBD.
Immunes will not be allowed unless I and a Co-GM approve. (Which will not be approved until much later in the RP. I may consider doing a dice roll for you to determine if you make that miraculous 1% chance. All in all I am trying to avoid everyone being naturally immune with the AB- Blood Type.
We ask that you remain friendly towards your fellows in OOC, anything but will result in being kicked out of the roleplay.
No Godmodding or controlling other's characters without approval
Feel free to come to me for any personal arc ideas you may have as I want to try and give everyone some plot central "spotlight" for their characters provided we can figure out an idea. This may include your character being bitten or something else that is dramatic and able to draw inspiration as well as let your character shine, be the hero, or have his or her tragic fall
Please do join the discord if you can, this will make it easier to keep in quick contact with people. If you experience any issues or personal IRL matters that keep you away for so long, let any of the GMs know. (Side note: Many think that using discord for IC encourages much faster responses so that option is up there if everyone is willing. So please let me know your thoughts)
This is a Zombie Apocalypse Roleplay, there will be blood, gore, violence, dark themes, torture, etc. Please be aware of this. As for if this will be Open Star (Whatever the none bedroom verbage is) or Red Star will be determined on the interest. If we are full of Red Star writers I am fine with locking it in there.)
Romances can blossom in an Apocalypse just as well, but please remember don't let things get too steamy. That is not a focus here. ( Mainly for Open Star)
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In-Character
Discord
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Alpha's are the ones who were once "False-Carriers" They stayed human for a while after being bitten. Until they showed symptoms and turned. As they turn they experience a high level of excruciating pain. They will bleed from their ears, eyes, nose, and mouth. Intense vomiting may take place as well.
After turning they retain intelligence, but with their change they experience a mutation in abilities. For example, enhanced strength, speed, sight, hearing, etc. While one thing is heightened they lose something. Say an Alpha has enhanced strength, lift and throw cars and such, but they may not be able to hear. (If you do not understand what is allowed, please ask or send a WIP Bio for approval.)
Alpha's may or may not hide among the survivors, but this is highly unlikely due to the fact that an Alpha keeps a "pack"
A "pack" can consist of one species of animals that have turned, "beasts", These are the only things that Alpha's will prefer to have around them unless they come into contact with another Alpha. Or are under the leadership of the First Alpha.
Alpha's also experience some sort of mental instability once they become an alpha.
Alphas will experience one or both things, the need to feed or the immense need to kill anything living. (i.e. survivors.)
Alphas are not invincible, they can die. They are harder to kill than any normal zombie. Since they can think and strategize.
All Alphas will either have red, gold, or black eyes. Even if they had blue eyes when they were alive, after they turn the eyes change.
All Alphas will be extremely sensitive to sunlight, though not as dramatically sensitive as normal zombies.
"Beasts" are animals, whether they were housepets, wild animals, zoo animals, etc.
The "VRV" killed most animals, but some held a strand of DNA that the virus mutated. Turning the animals into "Beasts" They hunger for flesh like zombies.
Most "beasts" will have lost sight and will rely on smell and hearing, this is due to the mutation. Unless, your animal relies on sight, this will most likely pertain to birds.
Alphas can influence a single pack of these "Beasts". In fact it is encouraged that they do. Whether it is simply a protective measure or an aggressive measure.
For example: If your Alpha has enhanced sight, they may take advantage of a pack of birds, for their sight.
Remember if your Alpha is from out of state you may use zoo animals or animals native to that state, but remember your "pack" is not invincible either.
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"Carriers" are those who simply become Carriers of the VRV. Meaning these people can be bitten, but not turn or show any signs of turning.
They however will be able to infect others, by the same means. Biting, or others coming into contact with their blood or saliva through a wound or other.
"Immunes" are more rare than anything. Those with AB negative blood types, 1% of all the population in the US, are completely immune to VRV.
AB negative types have a higher resistance to the infection.
After 2 weeks of exposure, the white blood cells in the body treat it just as it is, a virus, causing all traces of the infection to be all but non-existent.
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Atlanta, GA and its surrounding area
(I do not expect you to be an expert about the area, but using google and google maps may be a good idea to help you out.)
However the RP is subject to move anywhere but will most likely remain between central and eastern US
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IMAGE
Survivor / Carrier
Name
⇢Nickname
⇢Age
⇢Carrier
⇢Birthdate
⇢Height
⇢Weight
⇢Sex
⇢Orientation
⇢Build
⇢Occupation
⇢Gear
⇢Likes
⇢Skills
⇢Dislikes
⇢Weaknesses/Fears
⇢Bio
⇢Personality Traits and Flaws
ALPHA CS
IMAGE
⇢Alias, Real Name
⇢Age, Birthdate
⇢Height, Weight
⇢Eye Color
⇢Sex, Orientation
⇢Build
⇢Gear (If Applicable)
⇢Mutations (Generally try to really strengthen one sense or attribute, slightly to another, and weaken another. Ex. Incredibly Strong, Potent Sense of Smell, Blind or Loss of Cordination)
⇢Pack Animal (Alpha's typically stick to one sort of animal to gather and command)
⇢Likes
⇢Dislikes
⇢Skills
⇢Weaknesses/Fears
⇢Bio (Life before and during infection, current goals if anything more exciting than killing and eating)
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