[PKMN OPEN] PMD: Antiquity

[forg]

little memories, marching on / on little feet, working the machines / will it spin? will it soar? / my little dream, working the machine​

Eeeeeey, Gorillaz! It's a favorite song of mine from their Plastic Beach album alongside Broken. Just thought it was nice to see is all <3

Also, I'll go ahead and say that I'm wanting for Ara to take on the Dewott's Shell mission (:

 

[Simply Dunsparce]

Quick question: how would the mechanics work for a fish Pokemon?

 

[LinearAxel]

Name: Ciel L?arc
Age: 14 in Poke-years
Gender: Female
Species: Gothita

Appearance: That might be a little difficult to describe; for Ciel?s appearance is always changing. She has a makeup case twice the size of her own body, filled with colored lipsticks, fur dyes, makeup, etc. In order to keep up her mystique she is never seen without makeup of some sort. What does she look like under there? Who knows! Today she?s wearing neon green lipstick, a flower crown, and an assortment of colored bows, tomorrow it will be completely different (her name does mean Rainbow, after all).

Personality: As much as Ciel would like to be dark and mysterious, it simply isn?t it her; She?s bright and bubbly, talkative, and a natural born entertainer, all traits that helped her be a real crowd pleaser in her previous occupation: A member of a traveling circus. Ciel has an artistic knack for making costumes, as well as makeup and face paint, and is frequently looking for a new model to experiment on.

The circus was a wonderful place for someone so flashy and bubbly, though all good things must come to an end, and when the circus? ringmaster decided to hang up his cape, Ciel set her sights on a new adventure, maybe a little less flashy, but if done right, still full of rewards and potential applause; that?s right, joining Alakazam?s guild! What mysteries await? What mighty foes will she bring to justice? What sparkly treasures do the mystery dungeons hide within their walls? What wonders will befall her that she hasn?t even imagined yet?!

Ability: Shadow Tag
Moves: Confusion, Fake Tears, Telekinesis, Psybeam, Dark Pulse, Future Sight

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Alakazam?s Guild Questionnaire

Somebody calls you ?weird but funny.? How does that make you feel?

?You think I?m funny? Aww, thank you! No one?s ever said that before. Weird, well, yeah, of course! But funny, that?s really sweet of you to say! Most people just think I?m weird.?

The road forks to the right and left. You are told there is a treasure on the right.

?Mmmh...that?s a tough one. On the one hand, I want the treasure, who doesn?t love treasure? On the other hand...if the person knows there?s treasure, why didn?t they go get it already? What if the treasure?s to the left, and they?re just telling me it?s on the right so they can go to the left and get it! Or! What if it?s a trap? I bet it?s a trap! Oooh that sneak! I?ll get him for trying to pull a fast one like that!?

Spring, summer, fall, or winter? Which season do you like best and why?

?Spring! It?s not too hot or too cold, the flowers are coming into bloom, everything?s just so pretty! I love spring colors, too! Oh, I have the cutest little dress hat for spring! It?s a pastel pink, and it has roses on it!?

When it?s all said and done, will you have said more than you have done?

?That sounds super ominous...soo...I hope not??

What makes you special?

?Well, I can lift objects with my mind! But...I guess all Psychic Pokemon can do that, so that?s not that special. Oh! I can walk across a tightrope while holding an umbrella! And I?m really good at making clothes! Want me to sew you a little top hat? Or maybe a little bag to keep all your spoons??

 

[Junier]

just got through all the apps. i want chika to meet all of these characters

Eeeeeey, Gorillaz! It's a favorite song of mine from their Plastic Beach album alongside Broken. Just thought it was nice to see is all <3

Also, I'll go ahead and say that I'm wanting for Ara to take on the Dewott's Shell mission (:

(dude the little dragon part is so good... that, rhinestone eyes, and white flag were my favorites)

i actually just realized that both chika and ara are book-smart with good memories. i thought that was the sweetest detail to have in common.

 

[FireSnow]

Eero's half SU/half NPC profile is done!

Assuming acceptance, this means that he plays a big part in Warren's story so I'll be using him a fair amount but also that others can use Eero in missions, just let me know so that I don't make a plan to use him in a post

 

[Kitty]

Quick question: how would the mechanics work for a fish Pokemon?

i'd imagine they'd flop around
or if they have a psychic power they'd use that constantly

but they're a badass when in water

 

[Plumbum]

Ay lads, I'm looking at popping my head in here along with a friend (we're making characters whose backstories are interleaved, so bear with us).

I just wanted to ask, how strictly do you intend for us to follow the movelist? Or to be specific to the character I'm making, Raelin is a Riolu so can I expect that as a Fighting-type she can kick things really well (or generally use martial arts) without having to know High Jump Kick? I'd like to use the limited move resource for special things (like moves such as Endure and Counter that reflect her character) rather than the basics, you know?

 

[Kitty]

Ay lads, I'm looking at popping my head in here along with a friend (we're making characters whose backstories are interleaved, so bear with us).

I just wanted to ask, how strictly do you intend for us to follow the movelist? Or to be specific to the character I'm making, Raelin is a Riolu so can I expect that as a Fighting-type she can kick things really well (or generally use martial arts) without having to know High Jump Kick? I'd like to use the limited move resource for special things (like moves such as Endure and Counter that reflect her character) rather than the basics, you know?

Common sense works with the moves. As long as they're not overly powerful we'll be all good, unless I see some problems with it and would discuss with you about your plans. See: Quetzalli of user - AfterglowAmpharos, with her general psychic abilities and actual moveset. So a Riolu that would know martial arts would be reasonable yeah!

As for the moveset, it's the same for everyone. 5 moves that are in their natural learnset + 1 optional eggmove.

 

[Plumbum]

Who am I?

Name
Raelin Fiala

Age
19

Gender
?

Species
#447 - Riolu

Appearance
To look at Raelin, one might not particularly find anything special, aside from her unusual size for a Riolu - it being unusual to remain a Riolu until her age, she stands at 2'07". She does very little to accessorize or differentiate her appearance from other Riolu, which is pretty much limited to her family's namesake flower (a violet) that she keeps attached to a scarf.

Personality
Raelin is an endlessly giving, generous and protective pok?mon, sprinkled with just a touch of na?vete - a combination of attributes that may at first seem enviable but ultimately just end up self-destructive if her tendencies are left unchecked. She is, however known to wear her heart on her sleeve and openly display her emotions rather than keep them buried - although she would hope the same of others, she can understand when others do not wish to share and flat-out refuses to read another's aura for their emotional state without their permission, unless it is an absolute necessity.

She does treat one other Explorer far differently to the others - her childhood friend Jimmy, with whom she frequently shares acerbic barbs along with a long exploring history. Mostly, because she knows that he can handle them. Nevertheless, they seem to be close and Raelin is constantly on watch to keep him from getting hurt rushing headlong into danger.

Ability
Steadfast

Moves:
Endure
Foresight
Force Palm
Blaze Kick
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Questions?

Somebody calls you ?weird but funny.? How does that make you feel?
I mean, it doesn't really does it? Can I fault someone for being honest with what they think?

The road forks to the right and left. You are told there is a treasure on the right. What do you do?
Find out what on this planet lays off to the left fork. I can't make a decision without knowing everything I need to know. But truthfully I've been taught that wherever there are riches or power, those who might abuse them are never too far away, so I would try not to delay for too long.

Spring, summer, fall, or winter? Which season do you like best and why?
I remember watching my hometown burst into life around the springtime. It was truly beautiful and the first signs that the dreary winter had burnt away for another year.

When it?s all said and done, will you have said more than you have done?
Hah. I think I have someone else to do all my boasting for me...

What makes you special?
The people I love and care about. I've always been taught that as a whole, we are far more than we could be as a group of individuals. Just because it's clich? doesn't make it wrong.​

 

[GastlyGibus]

Here's my sign-up.
CSS? What's that? You mean a chicken salad sandwich? :v

Spoiler:

Name:
Jeremiah ?Jimmy? Rand
Age:
19
Gender:
Male
Species:
Scraggy

Appearance:
Standing around two feet three inches tall, Jimmy is a pretty standard specimen for a Scraggy. The only differing feature is the red and yellow headband he wears at all times, seeming to protect it as some sort of sentimental gift.

Personality:
Hot-headed, impetuous, and a bit of a showoff, Jimmy loves to be in the limelight. Constantly seeking adventure and thrill, he often throws himself into dangerous situations for glory? with mixed results. As his father was an explorer, Jimmy naturally sought fame and excitement in his own life, seeking to become the best explorer in the world. A tall goal, to be sure, but Jimmy has never been one to back down from a challenge, even if he is hopelessly outmatched.

Despite all the grandeur and outspokenness, Jimmy is still young and has a lot to learn. He is seemingly unaware of his own limitations, often taking on challenges in which he has no hope of succeeding, and doing so with a reckless confidence that more often than not ends in trouble for himself. Even still, he shrugs it off and goes straight forward, head held high and ready for more.

With this being said, he is only now starting to become aware of his foolhardiness, due in no small part to his childhood friend Raelin, who serves an his anchor back down to reality when his head is in the clouds dreaming of his next big adventure.

Ability: Moxie
Moves:
Chip Away
Headbutt
Sand Attack
Low Kick
Dragon Dance

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Alakazam?s Guild Questionnaire
Somebody calls you ?weird but funny.? How does that make you feel?

Weird in that I?m too much for them? You bet! Being funny is just a bonus!

The road forks to the right and left. You are told there is a treasure on the right. What do you do?

What kind of a question is that? I?m going to get that treasure and you know it.

Spring, summer, fall, or winter? Which season do you like best and why?

Winter. Everyone else is too bothered by the cold, which means less competition for exploring.

When it?s all said and done, will you have said more than you have done?

Of course not! I can walk the walk, you know?

What makes you special?

Psh, being the strongest Scraggy who ever lived, that?s what. And having an awesome partner. We're unstoppable together!​

Spoiler:

Obligatory theme song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1vw8Dz5T8U

 

[LinearAxel]

If we're grabbing missions, Winding Cave Wonders looks pretty cool. :>

 

[Hyzenthlay]

I love seeing everyone's sign-ups, it motivates me to work on my own! Unfortunately my muse has uh, taken a leave of absence, so to speak. ^_^;

Anyway, I'm a little stuck right now on how a Komala would function in life with its comatose ability. I'm currently looking for ideas. Anyone feel free to chip in on this! :)

 

[Junier]

I love seeing everyone's sign-ups, it motivates me to work on my own! Unfortunately my muse has uh, taken a leave of absence, so to speak. ^_^;

Anyway, I'm a little stuck right now on how a Komala would function in life with its comatose ability. I'm currently looking for ideas. Anyone feel free to chip in on this! :)

looks like komala can do anything every other pokemon can do... while asleep, aha. that?d probably make it hard to write from a komala?s POV since it seems like one of those pokemon whose functions are meant to be a ?mystery,? kind of like unown. komala?s entire gimmick seems to be written out for you (?is it an accident that komala did that... or was it on purpose???)

BUT you could write them without being ?introspective.? like, for chika?s first post(s) i have this idea of being pretty impersonal since it?s going to be a collab with firesnow. like, instead of describing how chika feels, it would more like a neutral narrator reflecting on what another character could glean through conversation.

that?s an idea for how you could write them. for a random character premise thingie, maybe the komala is touted as this oracle in apricorn village, able to ?see what no one else can? lol

 

[Plumbum]

Komala's an interesting (and very difficult) proposition, as it's entire gimmick would be... well, not particularly conducive to interaction at all. The main way I could think of doing it might for a suggestion be that they're having dreams that are somewhat lucid, and altering their perceptions of actual events that are happening. Like uh, if you've played Team Fortress or seen the Meet the Pyro video, perhaps like a less-grisly version of the Pyro's grip on reality?

 

[Junier]

oh shit i really like that lucid dreaming idea, you can do a lot more with personality then

 

[Kitty]

the ic is up! people on discord, thanks for waiting and im pretty sure you know what i'm gonna say :') glad you guys edited it <3

Here's my sign-up.

Who am I?​

you two are also accepted! sorry if i seem to be mia here, i'm better at giving updates via the discord server

speaking of,
please restate what mission you're claiming!
if you're in discord, ping me there instead.

please also give me a list of what you have on hand so far

 

[Plumbum]

Discord? I see why I feel out of the loop now.

 

[FireSnow]

Discord? I see why I feel out of the loop now.

Yeah I'd recommend joining the server if you're able to, most discussion and planning happens there

 

[Plumbum]

Unfortunately, I can't find a link to the RPT discord anywhere. If someone can drop it to me (ThePlumbum#7024), it would be appreciated.

 

[moon]

Unfortunately, I can't find a link to the RPT discord anywhere. If someone can drop it to me (ThePlumbum#7024), it would be appreciated.

There is no RPT discord at the moment. This RP is hosting a channel on a private RP-focused discord server.