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http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=530870

Though most of you probably don't know, Jenrak has gone under a facelift by the new King, Suriga Kataask. Also, as most of you probably still don't know, the only threat in Jenrak's military is the Menekrungo Vizithkanju (Silver Lords, or Supreme White Captains, as they be referred to - yes, I based the idea shamelessly off the Gotei 13; I can't help it, I love that show). Obviously, I changed things around a bit, however.

http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/The_White_Captains

Well, to let you guys know, Seventh Captain Gengur Ushuimaru does not have a lieutenant. Now, before you start assuming that a lieutenant is a low rank, within the military caste of the Vizithkanju, it isn't on a Vizith level. Each seat contains a captain and a lieutenant. So for example, for the 5th army, 5th seat, there is a 5th seat Captain and a 5th seat lieutenant. A Vizith seat Captain (army leader) controls the most military power in Jenrak.

Essentially, we are looking for those who are interested in applying to be a Vizith Lieutenant (or Vice Captain, whichever you think sounds better to you). The pay is ridiculously large, considering how much money Jenrak can throw around. The hours are great, the work is fairly simple, and you would pretty much be near the top of the Jenrakian military chain of command, stronger than Class A Patriarchs and nobles.

Yes, the Vizithkanju is the best assortment of swordsmen in the world, no competition. Before you start mouthing me off as a presumptuous s.o.b., know that only 2 out of the eight Vizithkanju are actually Jenrakian (a culture that focuses strongly on swordplay and swordsmanship, as anyone who has fought the Temsplace or the Lancers will know). None of the Lieutenants are Jenrakian as well, save for one.

What I plan on having this Roleplay like will be along the lines of a tournament. However, this is only if enough interest is garnered. You may make up a character of your own if you wish, or use an existing character.

Is any particular style required?

Of swordplay, I mean.

Any is accepted. A few captains prefer Tennen Rishin, but that's only because I learn that ( >_> )

(OOC: I know very little about swordfighting, but I have an idea for a style. It served as part of the basis for the CQB my soldiers learn.)

IC:


Applicant Name: Jordan Reicker
Age: 45
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 170 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Green
Style: Spirit

Bio: Born and raised in The Community, Jordan Reicker entered the military at age 18. His stubbornness and unpredictability made it impossible for him to serve in any branch of the service. He was originally slated for dishonorable discharge, but then he was offered a second chance in intelligence. During training he showed an amazing proficiency for CQB. His weapon of choice is actually the garrotte, however it was at this time when he began studying Spirit, a Siapian style of sword fighting.

Jordan eventually worked his way up to the rank of Intelligence Specialist in the Siapian Intelligence Network. He served with honor for five years before retiring. He continues his study of Spirit, and currently seeks employment


Spirit is a style originally developed by the barbarians that used to wander Siap. Spirit fighters were assasins used to blackmail the local royalty, until they were used as mercenaries. Their style eventually became a court style and competitions were created where the fighters were judged on form and how quickly they could defeat their opponent. It is still a highly lethal style, with many dying in tournaments every year. The style involves the warrior using a short sword about the size and shape of a gladius and a dagger with knuckle rings that sits on the left hand. The original Spirit fighters also carried an assortment of throwing daggers, shuriken or highly polished stones for throwing. Most noteworthy is that the swords are relatively heavy, and certainly heavier than they appear to be. This, combined with their short length, often causes duals involving Spirit to devolve into wrestling. As such, those who practice Spirit are extremely well-coordinated and very flexible.

A wrestling sword fight? Very interesting. I wonder how that works out, though. Did you make that up now or was it existent before?

OOC: I am quite interested in this however I am interested both for myslef and the group I represent. As you may or may not be aware NS now has an Illuminati ICly which I lead. Obviouslyy this means infiltration into the highest ranks of all society. So if you are interested I could submit a character that could apply for the job who works for the organisation. As I have a Head of Department for Military Affairs they will eventually takeover the character. If you are not interested I understand and will step back from this RP.

You can join, that's fine. And I've read the Illuminati thread. I don't understand what the "As I have a Head of Department for Military Affairs they will eventually takeover the character." means, though.

That's fine by me.

I'm interested in joining, but if I do, can I have custom made styles?

Sounds interesting. Though the Menekrungo is not to be underestimated. You can join if you wish.

You can join, that's fine. And I've read the Illuminati thread. I don't understand what the "As I have a Head of Department for Military Affairs they will eventually takeover the character." means, though.

Oh right. The Illuminati is made up of a high council. Each council member heads a different department that links with society such as media, corporations, governments, military and so on. As I will not be able to get on as much all the information will be passed onto the relevant counciler who will take the character and takeover the RP for me. I will be guiding from behind the scenes whenever possible.

A wrestling sword fight? Very interesting. I wonder how that works out, though. Did you make that up now or was it existent before?

I've been toying with the idea in my head for a while now. It actually started out as Combat System 4 (my nation's CQB), which is where the dagger resting on the left hand came from. I never had the time to write it out until now, so this is a swort of first look at it.

The theory behind spirit is that the fighter is using very small sword which he can either use like an axe or as a gladius. The way it would have been used before it became a court style would be that the fighter would throw either one of the throwing daggers or shuriken and then get so close to their enemy (who would probably be using a broad sword at the time of invention) that their heavily practiced footwork would go to shit, allowing them to put the gladius in the enemy's stomach or the dagger in their neck. Against another experienced Spirit fighter, they would probably play with the Gladius for a while to keep the other at a distance, until one lets his guard down and the other tries to stab him. Eventually, the gladiuses (gladii?) would be dropped and they would probably grapple (since the dagger is attatched to their hands) until one let his guard down long enough to be knifed. Assuming both are very experienced, both would have an intimate understanding of where the knives are and it would soon take on the characteristics of a wrestling match, until one was sufficiently immobilized that he could be finished off. Since its two people with daggers attatched to their hands rolling around on the floor, there is a lot of room for serious injury, which is why so many get hurt while sparring with live blades.


Plus it would be fun to see this style executed on someone used to a more 'proper' style of swordfighting.

I've been toying with the idea in my head for a while now. It actually started out as Combat System 4 (my nation's CQB), which is where the dagger resting on the left hand came from. I never had the time to write it out until now, so this is a swort of first look at it.

The theory behind spirit is that the fighter is using very small sword which he can either use like an axe or as a gladius. The way it would have been used before it became a court style would be that the fighter would throw either one of the throwing daggers or shuriken and then get so close to their enemy (who would probably be using a broad sword at the time of invention) that their heavily practiced footwork would go to shit, allowing them to put the gladius in the enemy's stomach or the dagger in their neck. Against another experienced Spirit fighter, they would probably play with the Gladius for a while to keep the other at a distance, until one lets his guard down and the other tries to stab him. Eventually, the gladiuses (gladii?) would be dropped and they would probably grapple (since the dagger is attatched to their hands) until one let his guard down long enough to be knifed. Assuming both are very experienced, both would have an intimate understanding of where the knives are and it would soon take on the characteristics of a wrestling match, until one was sufficiently immobilized that he could be finished off. Since its two people with daggers attatched to their hands rolling around on the floor, there is a lot of room for serious injury, which is why so many get hurt while sparring with live blades.


Plus it would be fun to see this style executed on someone used to a more 'proper' style of swordfighting.

Sounds like a contrast to Iaijutsu.

Might as well bump.

Name: Kasa Fuze
Age: 34
Height: 190cm
Weight: 125 lbs
Style: Fallen Angel

The Style of the Fallen Angel was harnessed in the era when Londim was no more than a piece of land which held many clans who fought for complete power. Once a nation was established all soldiers were taught the Fallen Angel.

The Fallen Angel is named as such due to the grace and flow of the swordsmen and the lack of mercy which they showed the enemy. The preferred sword to compliment this style was and still is the Claymore due to its unique handling and its overall lightness. The style calls for a fast paced offensive to wear down the enemy quickly and effectively. This not with random swings but with calculated movements forcing the defender to continously block and move quickly away from the sword swings. In ancient times Londim Warriors targeted the throat for the death blow as a sign of respect for the enemy. They believed in giving the enemy a quick death and give them passage to the Warrior Kingdom.

In the modern era the Warriors of the Blade are an organisation who are called upon in Londims darkest hours to finish the job a gun cannot. They live in secret and only have contact with the people in power, The Four.

Looks good. I'll accept that.

I guess I should bump to get a bit more interest. It'll be along the lines of a fighting tournament.

Another Bump

WE are interested in joining in your tourny...


Hold for Character info.

WE are interested in joining in your tourny...


Hold for Character info.

Wouldn't it be better just to have posted the character bit instead of telling you're going to post it?

>_>

Bump

Bumpeth

Name:Noel Zwecker
Age:27
Height:6'3"
Style:Saronia
Trained By:Royal Monk order of Tropez

Noel took up the vocation relatively late but showed such rapid progression that the royal monk order of Tropez,the world prestigious order,recruited him. He is considered their finest ever stuck man.

Any objections to 'supernatural/mythical/fictional styles' of swordsmanship/combat?

Also, there would be naturally some objection to the claim of 'best of the world, no competition' as there are likely those who hold no interest in being part of a military, yet in swordsmanship outstrip even the Menekrungo Vizithkanju.

Any objections to 'supernatural/mythical/fictional styles' of swordsmanship/combat?

Also, there would be naturally some objection to the claim of 'best of the world, no competition' as there are likely those who hold no interest in being part of a military, yet in swordsmanship outstrip even the Menekrungo Vizithkanju.

Obviously there will be some who hold possibly greater skills than even the Menekrungo (which, in all fairness, is barely Jenrakian to begin with, more Aulok), though these eight are the ones who sit upon the 'official' title of the best. Yes, there will be those who can probably beat them, but those are few and rare in between, as well as the Menekrungo have not been bested yet, so its very much like a normal national competition. There's always going to someone better than what is called 'the best', but whether the title is being challenged or not is a different matter.

I'm fine with fictional, odd styles, doesn't matter. No superpowers, no special weird abilities. If you have something really odd or shifty, be sure to be able to explain it to me in hard, cold physics, and I will determine whether it's allowable or not.

Bump

I'm fine with fictional, odd styles, doesn't matter. No superpowers, no special weird abilities. If you have something really odd or shifty, be sure to be able to explain it to me in hard, cold physics, and I will determine whether it's allowable or not.

Something like Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū Battōjutsu(The swordsmanship of Himura Kenshin(Save for Ryūmeisen and Ōgi - Amakakeru Ryū no Hirameki), of the anime Rurouni Kenshin)?

Something like Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū Battōjutsu(The swordsmanship of Himura Kenshin(Save for Ryūmeisen and Ōgi - Amakakeru Ryū no Hirameki), of the anime Rurouni Kenshin)?

That's fine.*

*Fun Fact: Battojutsu was simply a much more destructive version of Iaijutsu, a style still taught in kenjutsu today.

this looks interesting, though i have a feeling I'm missing something....

does it have to be a sword style? or would some other weapon [say, a shorter-than-average halberd? hehe] be acceptable?

I'm interested, but exactly how i go about it would depend on the answer to that.

i currently don't have any other active RP going on so i got time on my hands :)

this looks interesting, though i have a feeling I'm missing something....

does it have to be a sword style? or would some other weapon [say, a shorter-than-average halberd? hehe] be acceptable?

I'm interested, but exactly how i go about it would depend on the answer to that.

i currently don't have any other active RP going on so i got time on my hands :)

And non-projectile weapon is perfectly allowable. Axes, halberds, scythes, it's all fine. For example, the third Menekrungo Vizithkanju uses a dagger.

Black agents Character info:

Name: Agent 3 or Kasurgo Reven
Age: ?
Height: Approx- 6' 10''
Build: ?- large
Attributes: - Wears Black Agent armor. No furtherer physical descriptions avalible.
Armor attributes: The Armor is created from a rare metal called Saberianium. Saberianium is only found in key locations in deep underground chambers. The metal is kept under strict secrecy as that metal is extremely durable, and tough. The metal must also stay in a state of moltency as it will never melt again. the armor is fashioned by each Agent as a final test of strength but the Agency to see weather or not the agent is good enough to be inducted into its halls. The Room in which the smithing of the armor and weapons takes places is called the Tomb of the Smiths which is a tomb chamber of " The Skimickarus" a massive 7 chamber tomb built by the agency as a testament to the agency. If the agent falls in the tomb from heat then the agent must return to training. the Agent who doesn't fall will have to cast his own armor and weapons then smith them to his or her desired design. This process takes 5 weeks. Upon finishing the casts and smithing the agent will dip the objects into a vat of blood which is filled with the blood of those who have died during training and the blood of fallen Agents. The dipping causes the armor to turn black.

Weapons: Dual 1/4 inch thick bladed custom made 3 foot long katanas, and in armor 3 foot claw blade attached to his left and right arms.

Training: Agent 3 was trained by the Late Agent 1. While being trained in 10 different styles of swordsmanship, gun kata,and an expert unarmed styles. Agent 3 has also developed his own hybrid style Which combines the ablilties of gun kata with advanced swordsmanship. All though Agent 3 is among the best the Black Agents he is not "the" best.

Black agents Character info:

Name: Agent 3 or Kasurgo Reven
Age: ?
Height: Approx- 6' 10''
Build: ?- large
Attributes: - Wears Black Agent armor. No furtherer physical descriptions avalible.
Armor attributes: The Armor is created from a rare metal called Saberianium. Saberianium is only found in key locations in deep underground chambers. The metal is kept under strict secrecy as that metal is extremely durable, and tough. The metal must also stay in a state of moltency as it will never melt again. the armor is fashioned by each Agent as a final test of strength but the Agency to see weather or not the agent is good enough to be inducted into its halls. The Room in which the smithing of the armor and weapons takes places is called the Tomb of the Smiths which is a tomb chamber of " The Skimickarus" a massive 7 chamber tomb built by the agency as a testament to the agency. If the agent falls in the tomb from heat then the agent must return to training. the Agent who doesn't fall will have to cast his own armor and weapons then smith them to his or her desired design. This process takes 5 weeks. Upon finishing the casts and smithing the agent will dip the objects into a vat of blood which is filled with the blood of those who have died during training and the blood of fallen Agents. The dipping causes the armor to turn black.

Weapons: Dual 1/4 inch thick bladed custom made 3 foot long katanas, and in armor 3 foot claw blade attached to his left and right arms.

Training: Agent 3 was trained by the Late Agent 1. While being trained in 10 different styles of swordsmanship, gun kata,and an expert unarmed styles. Agent 3 has also developed his own hybrid style Which combines the ablilties of gun kata with advanced swordsmanship. All though Agent 3 is among the best the Black Agents he is not "the" best.

Accepted.

So right now, the current roster is;

Cahernacrin, Possibly Theao, Siap and Londim

cool beans... don't forget to add me...

cool beans... don't forget to add me...

Ah yes, my mistake, you're definitely in ^^

PS. Any questions; a_cheery_nihilist@hotmail.com

Name: Ikkou Maydarme
Age: 31(appears as early twenties)
Appearence: Pale blue eyes, short black hair, is of slightly more than average height and wears a large grey-brown cloak that conceals a lean but muscular body.
Style: Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū Battōjutsu

Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū, known as the 'Supersonic sword style', is an ancient style that is said to pit one against many. The techniques of the style utilize 'godlike' speed and precision to eliminate the opponent while leaving no time to react. Generally believed that in the hands of a master, who's blade is not a sakabatō, that it is an unbeatable style.

Name: Ikkou Maydarme
Age: 31(appears as early twenties)
Appearence: Pale blue eyes, short black hair, is of slightly more than average height and wears a large grey-brown cloak that conceals a lean but muscular body.
Style: Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū Battōjutsu

Hiten Mitsurugi Ryū, known as the 'Supersonic sword style', is an ancient style that is said to pit one against many. The techniques of the style utilize 'godlike' speed and precision to eliminate the opponent while leaving no time to react. Generally believed that in the hands of a master, who's blade is not a sakabatō, that it is an unbeatable style.

Accepted.

all righty then, character info time:

Name: Akiragone Charkyo, [literally: bright lord fire dragon] useually abbreviates to Akira.
Age: 28
Appearance: 5'10", long hair of that shade of brown that is dark enough to be easily misidentified as black [generally tied back], with eyes of a shade of gray that causes their apparent colour to change with the lighting of the surrounding area. while his build is not bulky, his body is none the less well muscled as a result of his training.

tends to wear a black trench coat over black pants and whatever shirt catches his fancy on the day [almost 50/50 chance that it'll be white with some loud message and/or colours, or plane black]. also useually wears a... slightly unusual hat, the over all effect being that if he stands in shadow, you'll useually only see half his face.

Style: Akira practices two styles of martial arts, and is highly proficient in both. the 'Shifting Arc' style of Polearm combat [primarily focusing on the Halberd], and the 'many paths' style of unarmed combat.

the Shifting Arc style focuses on the conservation of momentum. minimum effort for greatest effect. by simply sliding one's hand along the shaft of the weapon, a short, controlled strike can become a wide, sweeping head-hewer, catching a foe even as they attempt to evade, while the reverse is also perfectly possible, catching off guard those who think they have closed inside the effective range of the weapon. the style also focuses on the body's natural flow when controlling such a weight, so one set in motion the halberd rarely stops moving. a deflected strike is used to power a swing in the other direction, a horizontal swing is turned towards the vertical [rather than stopping and a new motion beginning], then it's arc continued to bring it down and around from another direction... and many arcs can result in the butt of the weapon stabbing as it passes. the style also lends it's self well to facing multipule opponents. it has, however, a weakness of sorts. one using this style is either slowly stepping towards his opponent, following up an attack, running at his opponent in a charge, or braced solidly. there is very little footwork involved, the closest thing being a short hop to get the lead foot out of the way of the result of a weapons lock between two polearms. even flight depends mostly on smashing the opponent's weapon away before turning and simply fleeing.

the "many paths" style of unarmed combat relies on a series of stances from which as many different attacks and defenses as possible can be enacted. most of it's attacks, both with hands and feet, are simple single strikes, before 'retracing the path' back into the relevant stance. the general idea being that one does not move until one strikes, and then one strikes quickly and withdraws. the upshot of this is that it is another style that does not allow for much in the way of fancy footwork. it forces the opponent to attack, and then moves differently. one of it's many subtleties is the 'road not taken', where by causing the opponent to react to a non-existent attack so destabilizes their equilibrium that they fall of their own accord.

while the concepts behind these two styles easily transfer between one and the other, few or none of the actual motions do, so they do not combine well for the most part.

Akira useually wields a weapon known as 'the Black Wind', a halberd that is a mere two inches taller than himself, from the tip of it's head to the tip of it's butt spike. it's head has a spear point in it's center, to one side an axe blade, convex as expected, and to the other side a concave axe blade, shaped in such a way as to give it two points, either one of which could be used to hook an opponant from a horse, or to stab him. the way this second blade is shaped leaves a gap behind it in which a weapon could be trapped, as well. the butt of the weapon has a very sharp spike on it, allowing foes to be impaled upon it as easily as upon the spear head at the weapon's head.

and that's it :D

the weapon's head is kind of this shape: (=|=( with the | being the shaft [the spear point is above this] the (= being the normal axe head, and the =( being the concave one, with the gap being between the lines of the = on that side

is it just me, or are my character names getting more elaborate and nonsensical? oh well, at least this one means something.]

It's just you, and accepted.

On a note, this will be set up much like a fighting tournament - I will be assigning a fighter to each of the fighters here in the tournament, upon which you will defeat them and then you will be pitted against other members of the tournament (for example, I may pit Theao against Angermanland). So, it's best that you guys come to some sort of mutual understanding.

There will be a hotel for each of the fighters, as well as discussion and talks between each of the fighters and Gengur Ushuimaru himself. Also, this tournament will begin tomorrow (right now it's Thursday for me), once I'm done my exams.

That all sounds good to me.

The thread will be semi-closed, the invitations, will be open. Therefore, your guys can simply be rped as finding out somehow because of the invitations (which will be played on television).

heh. i get to play the "mysterious somebody" card again then...

[Angermanland has never had an MT incarnation, among other things...]

no worries. sounds good :)

I added the thread.

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=530870

Name: Cpt. Wall (no first name given)
Age: 27
Appearence: Mesomoprh, muscular and wiry, grey eyes, medium length black hair, wears long white cloak with insignia of the Sumgaian Royal Guard upon it.
Style: Sumgaian Traditional Style
Arms: one Sumgaian traditional sword (6 feet 4 inches long), two small handaxes, plate mail and helm, spiked plate gauntlets.

The Traditional Style of the Holy Empire is used with the traditional weapon of the Empire, a sword resembling a claymore, but much lighter and slightly curved. The sword is typically 5 feet and 6 inches long, and very thin, but the size may vary depending upon the weight, height , and physical fitness of the weilder. The style focuses mainly upon using momentum caused by swinging the blade to create swift, overpowering strikes.

is this acceptable?

umm, what do you actually want us to Do in response to that post, Jenrak? it's fair to assume that we're all going to show up, [at least those of us who have posted already] so, as far as i can see, any response to that post is going to be "so and so heard the announcement and followed the instructions given" or some equivalent there of.

just curious, as it's not like you gave us anything to play with there. heh.

umm, what do you actually want us to Do in response to that post, Jenrak? it's fair to assume that we're all going to show up, [at least those of us who have posted already] so, as far as i can see, any response to that post is going to be "so and so heard the announcement and followed the instructions given" or some equivalent there of.

just curious, as it's not like you gave us anything to play with there. heh.

Well, I'd like to know the thought process your guys go through - what they're thinking, what they plan on doing, how their impression of how the (incredibly lenient) tournament registration is going so far, all those things. Those will be helpful for when I assign fighters against each other.

Well, I'd like to know the thought process your guys go through - what they're thinking, what they plan on doing, how their impression of how the (incredibly lenient) tournament registration is going so far, all those things. Those will be helpful for when I assign fighters against each other.

ahh. very good. 'course, it'd be easier if there'd been some interaction there... but nevermind. i'll see what i can do :)

ahh. very good. 'course, it'd be easier if there'd been some interaction there... but nevermind. i'll see what i can do :)

Yeah, this is the IC way for me to get information on your characters personalities and such a bit more. I'm not looking for anything big, just what you can give me.

Name: Cpt. Wall (no first name given)
Age: 27
Appearence: Mesomoprh, muscular and wiry, grey eyes, medium length black hair, wears long white cloak with insignia of the Sumgaian Royal Guard upon it.
Style: Sumgaian Traditional Style
Arms: one Sumgaian traditional sword (6 feet 4 inches long), two small handaxes, plate mail and helm, spiked plate gauntlets.

The Traditional Style of the Holy Empire is used with the traditional weapon of the Empire, a sword resembling a claymore, but much lighter and slightly curved. The sword is typically 5 feet and 6 inches long, and very thin, but the size may vary depending upon the weight, height , and physical fitness of the weilder. The style focuses mainly upon using momentum caused by swinging the blade to create swift, overpowering strikes.

is this acceptable?

Mesomorph?

Yeah, this is the IC way for me to get information on your characters personalities and such a bit more. I'm not looking for anything big, just what you can give me.



Mesomorph?

meso as in mesoamerica or mesopotania, perhaps? morph generally means a shape shifter of some sort though. [no, i have no idea what he Actually means :D]

Yeah, this is the IC way for me to get information on your characters personalities and such a bit more. I'm not looking for anything big, just what you can give me.



Mesomorph?

mesomorph is one of three basic types type of body build. i forgot which type is short and squat, but endomorphs are tall and elongated, and mesomorphs tend to be of medium height and muscular. You can look it up in a health book if you wish.

BTW: "meso" means middle. "morph" means body.

mesomorph is one of three basic types type of body build. i forgot which type is short and squat, but endomorphs are tall and elongated, and mesomorphs tend to be of medium height and muscular. You can look it up in a health book if you wish.

BTW: "meso" means middle. "morph" means body.

Alright, sounds fair.

As for my recent post, I'd like to see you guys just killing random criminals. I want to see your fighting style now. So, in a way, you can consider me asking you this as a 'registration' of the tournament.

Now, I'd like to see how your guys fight under stress.

Now, I'd like to see how your guys fight under stress.

.... i think the rabies might have been a bit much there.... it's a good way to kill off ALL the players...

.. does being smart enough to run away count as a good thing, by the way?

.... i think the rabies might have been a bit much there.... it's a good way to kill off ALL the players...

.. does being smart enough to run away count as a good thing, by the way?

Count as a good thing, yes. Knowing when to run and when to continue fighting is essential when leading within the Menekrungo Vizithkanju.

Count as a good thing, yes. Knowing when to run and when to continue fighting is essential when leading within the Menekrungo Vizithkanju.

kinda hard to run when one doesn't know enough about the arrangement of the place to know where it is actually a viable option to run To.. but i think i'll be having Akira do just that in short order :D

Well, I've already posted it as over, so you don't have to worry. I'm just rushing the gun a bit because the tournament will probably take a bit longer, so I'm speeding up the introductions. ^^

Right now you guys have a grace period. When I believe its time for the tournament, it'll begin. I give you guys artistic license to wander around and describe the settings or NPCs as you like. I will, in the meantime, be having private interviews with each one while the rest can either talk to the each other, train, meditate, etc.

umm, if you set akira the same "force me to draw my sword" test... he can't pass it without... err.. "Cheating"

a swordsman against a halberdier had no hope of blocking, and almost as little of deflecting or parrying an attack. his choices are to evade, attack, die, or flee.

meaning that unless his opponent intends to actually attack him, there's absolutely no way to force him to draw steel.

on the other hand, if you're willing to accept the kind of... natural... trick he played on the receptionist working again, his own speech providing the distraction as he moves, he may well be able to draw the blade himself :)

or i can use smoke pellets and do much the same thing...

or you can set a different test.

or, you know, whatever :)

umm, if you set akira the same "force me to draw my sword" test... he can't pass it without... err.. "Cheating"

a swordsman against a halberdier had no hope of blocking, and almost as little of deflecting or parrying an attack. his choices are to evade, attack, die, or flee.

meaning that unless his opponent intends to actually attack him, there's absolutely no way to force him to draw steel.

on the other hand, if you're willing to accept the kind of... natural... trick he played on the receptionist working again, his own speech providing the distraction as he moves, he may well be able to draw the blade himself :)

or i can use smoke pellets and do much the same thing...

or you can set a different test.

or, you know, whatever :)

Whatever goes, goes. Exercise creativity! I say.

what's the weapon that girl's got there, anyway?

^^ that's the important bit there ^^
\/ this bit is FYI \/

and.. Akira has an accent. as he was meant to have from the start but i was sufficiently out of practice that i forgot...

a guide to understanding the bits that affect the writing: Qs come out as Ks [their attached Us useually coming out as Ws as a result, though they don't when used independently], Fs as PHs, Cs [except in CH] as either S or K and.. i think that's about it.

and, believe it or not, you Can tell the difference when someone speaks like that. it's not enough to make them unintelligible, but it is enough to give one pause and go "there's something not quite right about that"

edit: oh yeah, and the language he's speaking? it's not random gibberish. *grins* it can actually be read. [i should be able to, i created it after all] still compiling the vocabulary [a lot of the nouns and verbs are currently just corrupted English, for example] but the more i use it, the more i can fill in the gaps, no? :D

Thanks for telling me. If you hadn't, I would have assumed you dyslexic.

Ah, and a little piece of information:

A Nihon is a purely Japanese sword used during the Feudal Tokugawa eras. It's known worldwide for its extremely sharp edges (compared to other swords before and after its time) and fairly strong support. Unlike the regular katana that later developed, the Nihon was a usually straight sword with a very minimal curve. It has a strong cultural aspect in that a Nihon is made in Japan and in Japan only. Any sword made outside of Japan claiming to be a Nihon is not.

well, my typing does tend to transpose letters [and spaces] sometimes, and my spelling isn't Great...

but That particular 'error' [which should only show up in his speech, thoughts and writing, or in any titles or some such if That ever becomes relevant (unlikely)] is intentional :)

so, yeah, not dyslexic.. though not exactly brilliantly 'lexic' either. hehe

and i did not know that. [about the sword, that is]

two edges? and is it brittle if hit on the flat?

i know some blades have great strength in one direction, and will shatter in the other, while others have a lot of flex... *shrugs* might matter.

The Nihon is special in the fact that its strong and supportive all around. It has one edge, like most Japanese swords.

ugh. edited that one so much it lost some of the refinement and purpose i was going for. oh well.

he really is a lot more stable than he seems there, you know :) illusions are not, after all, simply for the eyes.

Ah.

Izmishnu is extremely rigid and practical, so she's not one to share ideals or enjoy small talk.

Wow my job is keeping me back..lol But I am off soon so I should be able to post more.

urk. ummm... you made an announcement... before the interview was finished...

what do you want me to do there?

Just leave. Most of the interviews aren't finished. Though, however, they want to see battle capabilities above all else.

Can i add another style/fighting method for Cptn. Wall?

Sure, go ahead.

Alrighty then.

Style: Howling Death

Description: The Howling Death is not so much a style as it is a method of berserker fighting. It functions by the user pushing their muscles past the normal limit of acceleration and strength, greatly increasing speed and power in melee combat. This increased ability is very costly however, causing muscles to deteriorate and tear at a much faster rate than they would normally. Any person moving with this technique for over 2 minutes would likely lose movement in their arms and legs for up to a week afterward, and longer periods of use can induce comas. The term Howling Death comes from the constant screaming done by practitioners of this technique, which are usually cries of pain, as it is no pleasant feeling to have your muscles tear at such a fast rate. There has been only one instance of sparring using this method, which ended after the first blow, as the combatants' arms collided and shattered. Those with either non-muscular or overly muscular physiques should not use this, as those without enough muscle mass can suffer permanent health effects and comas, and those with too much may accidentally break their own bones with the force of their strikes.


sound good?

Sure.