The year is 2013. The buildings smoke. The ground shakes. The stench of rotting flesh permeates the air. The Shadows have left nothing. There’s no one left. None.
Or is there?
Somehow, you, citizen of RPA, have survived. The only others surviving are RPA members. You manage to contact each other and meet in the giant Yosemite forests of California. You’re still alive. RPA lives on.
But the Shadows, the creatures that caused the apocalypse, are still out there. They’re still hunting, looking for any and all human flesh. And it’s not just that – they love watching us suffer, run in fear, and so they pick us off. One by one. You come back each night to a dead body by the campfire, a message scrawled in blood across the ground.
Will RPA survive? Will YOU survive? Join in and find out...
Spoiler: Rules
1. I am GM and Arach-lord of this RP. What I say goes. Please don’t make spiders’ lives difficult. We bite.
2. You must be ready and willing to die at any time. You can still haunt the OOC, but when you’re dead, you’re DEAD! NO ZOMBIES! ABSOLUTELY NO ZOMBIES! *shiver* I promise I don’t pick just because I hate you. I roll the dice (figuratively) once a week. I’ll send you a PM before you die.
3. You gotta write in first person, as yourself, your username. I mean, c’mon, it’d be weird if I started posting as Rhomeo, wouldn’t it?
4. This is meant to be realistic, so if you’re going to post a picture or a description, it has to be YOU, actually YOU. But the picture is optional – privacy is respected here in the RPApocalypse!
5. Have fun. Don’t die.
Spoiler: Creatures
The Shadows have the appearance of the RP banner, and my sig and avi. Dark, with a faint purple glow and bleeding eyes. Creeeepy. However, they rarely do their dirty work themselves. They have pets.
Spoiler: Lizards
SURPRISE, people. Not what you expected. These things are fast, ruthless killing machines. The Shadows used their advanced technology to plant a hatred for the humans in these semi-intelligent mutant's brains, and all they want is murder. They usually work in pairs. They often use their claws, though sometimes they'll resort to biting the jugular with their teeth.
Spoiler: Hyenas
In contrast to the Lizards, the Hyenas attack in large packs. They don't care about humans, or anything - they're starved, and will do anything for food. And often, anything for food means humans. They mostly use their mouth and teeth for destruction, but those large claws come in handy too.
Spoiler: Assassins
Yep, not what you expected. These beings are fully intelligent and have specific targets in mind. They're slaves of the Shadows, and they're meant to inflict the most emotional pain on the group and physical pain on the target. They're also a lot like kamikazes - self-sacrifice is supported. Shadows never use the same assassin twice. They often wear 'intimidating' masks - scary in their minds, but sometimes silly in our eyes. Don't let that fool you, though.
Spoiler: Losals
Losals are demented, deformed creatures that have been tortured and mutilated to the point of no return. They're mindless, and bloodcrazy. They love the smell, and they'll do anything for human flesh. They're incredibly durable and hard to kill. They like to hunt at night, though if released in the day, they'll go even crazier.
Spoiler: Zombies
Zombies are, well, what they sound like. Bloodthirsty undead, and all they want is to eat you. They wander around aimlessly, sometimes in groups, but you can be guaranteed to run into some if you go for a stroll in the woods.
Spoiler: Spiders
I do believe I forgot the 'giant' in that title. These creatures are easily as big as a house, and extremely poisonous. As far as we know, there's only one, and it's only showed its face once... but it claimed three lives in that encounter. It is occasionally provoked by the aliens and will attack, but not often.
Spoiler: Spiders, Cont.
These are the momma's spiders, ranging from fingernail sized to calf-sized. They're poisonous, too, and WAY more plentiful.
Spoiler: Roles
This does not have to be accurate. For instance, if I was to burn your rice in real life, it wouldn’t prevent me from being a scavenger in the RPApocalypse. Not that I’d burn your rice. That’s just cruel.
Hunter: Hunters are good with, duh, hunting. They can catch, kill, and prep food for the kitchen. They also double as good assassins, though it isn’t frequent.
Guardian: Guardians are the fighters of the group. They know how to fend off attacks from the Shadows, and they’re pretty protective.
Scavenger: Scavengers are the cooks and home-makers. They’re good with setting up camp and making delicious food. They don’t know a thing about weapons or killing the food they’re cooking, though.
Spoiler: Player Info
Username:
Preferred nickname(s): (what you want us to call you)
Age: (or range, if you’re picky)
Picture/Description of yourself: (optional)
Personality in 5 words:
Preferred Role: (hunter, guardian, or scavenger, see roles)
Weapon of Choice: (if applicable)
Short Bio: (How did you get to California? That’s all we need to know.)
Personality in 5 words: Fierce, loyal, reckless, happy, funny. (?)
Preferred Role: Guardian
Weapon of Choice: My trusty sword and recurve bow (yes, I actually own them! IRL!)
Short Bio: I live in California. I stole a car (is it stealing if they're dead?) and drove to Yosemite.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: "Oh, gods, no. No, no, no. Kriffing aliens! I'll kill them, jammit..." Then I'd break down and cry.
Other: My real name, Amelia, can be used if ABSOLUTELY necessary
Spoiler: CrumpetCannon - DEAD
Username: CrumpetCannon
Preferred nickname(s): - Crumpie
- Crumpexus Crumpimus Cannonidius, Crumpetmander of the Armies of the Toaster, General of the Buttered Legions and loyal servant to the true breakfast: crumpets and OJ. Snack to a satisfied son, meal to a satisfied wife. And I will have my breakfast, in this packet or the next.
- Josh
Age: 16
Picture/Description of yourself:
Spoiler: Suits do not agree with me
Personality in 5 words: "Pretentious funny c**t bar none" (For maximum accuracy, I asked someone else to sum me up in five words. I am both pleased and offended with the outcome)
Preferred Role: Scavenger.
Weapon of Choice: Wit, and the ability to slap in a masculine way.
Short Bio: Wanted to holiday somewhere sunny for once.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Silently stare with no expression while loudly dying inside.
Other: Cannot wait to find out more about these mysterious creatures that caused the apocalypse...It's Kris, isn't it?
Weapon of Choice: Anything I could use in battle, really.
Short Bio: I was.. uh.. going to some important convention about gaming, something like that. We were attacked on the bus and wham, next thing I know, hello California.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Depending on who he/she was though. I mean, surely, at seeing ANY dead body at all I would just go like "Oh my god!" and just be speechless and feel empty. If it was someone I knew though, I would go like "NOOOOOOOOOO" and just kneel down at their body and weep.
Other: I like ducks.
Spoiler: SoulReaper - DEAD
Username: SoulReaper
Preferred nickname(s): Soul, or SoulReaps
Age: 16
Picture/Description of yourself: I'll get one on after school
Personality in 5 words: Leader-like, kind, protective, lazy, brave
Short Bio: I live in Washington and after contacting remaining RPA members, I made my way to California, suffering through many things, and gathering supplies, and even a car. Made my way to you guys, and we partyed, and we danced...
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Anger, sadness
Spoiler: TheCockatiel - DEAD
Username: TheCockatiel
Preferred nickname(s): Tiel (pronounced like "teal")
Age: Almost 17
Picture/Description of yourself: Brown hair pulled back in a ponytail, brown eyes, five foot six and a half
Personality in 5 words: Independent, creative/imaginative, responsible, generous, hard-core fighter
Preferred Role: Hunter
Weapon of Choice: .45 caliber rifle with bayonet, an experienced hunter before the apocalypse
Short Bio: She lived in Nevada and wanted to check on a friend in California.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: If there's no danger, she'll at least cover their body, but if something's happening, most probably nothing
Other: Not scared easily and handles blood and gore as if they're commonplace.
Spoiler: JoseWolf - DEAD
Username: JoseWolf
Preferred nickname(s): Jose, Wolf, That guy with the killer smile and great hair.
Personality in 5 words: Reserved. Adventurous. Risktaker. Limitless. Distant.
Preferred Role: Hunter
Weapon of Choice: Two Gladius and a M1 Garand he found on his way to California
Short Bio: On a Greyhound expedition (going from bus station to bus station till cash runs out) when the attacks happened and he just so happened to be in California. Located the nearest group of survivors using his phone.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: "Death is natural. Everyone dies." Moves on.
Other: Although a loner by nature, he knows his best chances of survival are with a group. Has received basic Marine Corps Training.
Spoiler: Alltoni - DEAD
Username: Alltoni
Preferred nickname(s): Toni
Age: 16/17ish
Picture/Description of yourself: I have light brown hair with blond streaks, most of it is shoulder length except for two handfuls that frame my face, they are about 5 inches longer and completely blond. I have green eyes, and fair skin. Hope that's a decent description.
Personality in 5 words: Shy, but friendly; stubborn...yup.
Preferred Role: Scavenger
Weapon of Choice: I can sort of box...if that counts.
Short Bio: A church youth trip. I am the only one who's survived out of our whole youth group.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Go into shock, then gag and try not to throw up.
Other: Uhh...yup. I think that's about it.
Spoiler: Amythelovelyelf - DEAD
Username: Amythelovelyelf
Preferred nickname(s): Amy, or "Love" if I like you well enough
Age: 26
Picture/Description of yourself: 5'4", blond hair braided down to knees, tan skin, grey eyes, sinewy-muscle
Personality in 5 words: Light-hearted, focused, optimistic,mothering, secretive
Preferred Role: Hunter
Weapon of Choice: Shotgun, in case of emergency, and spear, kept well sharpened
Short Bio: A friend was an jazz singer performing, and she took me with her since she had a house and i was on vacation.
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: sigh, pray for their soul and leave a shallow grave. i sentimental but pragmatic.
Other: My expertise is disassembling and building guns. I startle easy so sneaking up behind me is asking for a broken face.
Spoiler: Hatter - DEAD
Username: Hatter
Preferred nickname(s): Surprise me.
Age: fift-sixteen
Picture/Description of yourself: foraccuratedescriptionseepkfordetailsyouknowwhatdo ntdothatnevermind... handsome.
Personality in 5 words: patient flirt eccentric gentleman leader
Preferred Role: guardian
Weapon of Choice: nodachi (Wanted one for about a year and a half now but too young, yet my friend who is my age has like five swords...) and hand gun (If absolutely necessary).
Short Bio: What??? I was just looking for land to build a traditional Japanese style house...
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Silent Rage. Dragging the body to a safe place.
Other: Don't pressure me! I don't know what to write 'ere...
Spoiler: thehalfbreed443 - DEAD
Username:the halfbreed443
Preferred nicknames: halfbreed
Age:19
Picture/description of yourself:Me.jpg Personality in 5 words: Smart, shy, creative, friendly, and kind Role: Scavenger
Weapons:none
Short bio: Came on vacation with family
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen:sad and shocked, or just screaming until someone else shows up
Other: scares easily
Spoiler: Pvt. Stupidhead - DEAD
Username: Pvt. Stupidhead
Preferred nickname(s): Dove
Age: 15
Picture/Description of yourself:
Spoiler:
Personality in 5 words:
Kind, Follower, Laid Back, Calm, Social
Preferred Role: Scavenger
Weapon of Choice:
Spoiler: An Improvised Rifle
Short Bio: (Will be shown in the first post)
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen:
If I didn't know them: "Well... Hopefully this guy didn't die a horrible way..."
If I knew them, but weren't familiar with them: "Oh... we- I'm sorry..."
If I knew them: "N-no... I- Maybe... Maybe we could have- we must have stopped it!"
Slowly start to break down mentally as more RPA citizens die.
Other: I'm only capable of firing improvised weaponry
Spoiler: CrimsonLady180 - DEAD
Username: CrimsonLady180
Preferred nickname(s): Willowmina, Willow, or Mina
Age: 16-17
Picture/Description of yourself: Around 5'5", black hair that goes past my shoulders, light brown skin, brown eyes, athletic build.
Personality in 5 words: Caring, protective, kind, smart, and cheerful.
Preferred Role: Guardian
Weapon of Choice: Katanas, handguns, and shotgun.
Spoiler: Weapons
Short Bio: She lived in California all her life cause she's a true "California Girl."
Reaction to finding a dead RPA citizen: Shakes her head sadly and keeps going in hopes to find living people.
Other: Has good aim, athletic from playing tennis, has a tattoo of an infinity symbol on her left wrist, and likes to be optimistic.
It all ends when the citizens of RPA are dead, or the Shadows have been conquered. Deaths are chosen once every Friday. How long will you last?
Good luck, RPA.
Last edited by Wobbles; 11-25-2013 at 01:07 AM.
Reason: It's over.. it's finished
Oh, there will be brutal and emotional death scenes. If you've got the guts for a brutal and emotional death scene coming from me (I scare my friends, it's gory and stuff. My patron Titan is also Iapetus, the Titan of gruesome death and pain)
So yeah, it's probably gonna be up to the person - when I PM them I'll say you want painful slow and tragic or sudden and unexpected? That way I leave the options open.
RPApocalypse {M ~ OOC} (H)
These things are fast, ruthless killing machines. The Shadows used their advanced technology to plant a hatred for the humans in these semi-intelligent mutant's brains, and all they want is murder. They usually work in pairs. They often use their claws, though sometimes they'll resort to biting the jugular with their teeth.
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