Collateral Damage OC

[Cicada]

"The moment you open that door, you walk though all the consequences behind it."

COLLATERAL DAMAGE
The Prologue

Newsline, Channel 7

A year after individuals started to exhibit signs of superhuman abilities in [redacted city name], the United States Government becomes pressed to respond to the outcry for control.

Crime statistics have been blown sky high, rivaling that of New York City. While statistically only 23% of these crimes are attributed to superhuman individuals - and it's not known if the existence of these individuals are a factor of the high crime rate spike - the collateral damage caused by this unregulated power is pushing the City to it's breaking point.

Many citizens are outraged at the tax dollars being re purposed due to superhuman activities. Janet Paige, a leader of the Anti-Super Movement, is one of the many raising her voice to the public demand for change.

"People are concerned for their safety, and to have freaks out and about able to pick up a car or able to hypnotize someone with the blink of an eye puts us all in jeopardy," says Paige. "When is anybody going to actually bring down the hammer on these trouble makers?"

The Anti-Super Movement, a large group of Anti-Superhuman Activists started only 6 short months ago with the Grover Media Tower Tragedy, an event which led to the death of 56 civilians proven to be caused by superhuman individuals.

We had a moment to speak with Alan Barnaby, Deputy Mayor about rumors of an upcoming legislation regarding superhuman activities.

"The development of Superhuman Activity has made a major impact on our way of life, no question," says Barnaby. "Whether we like it or not, there have been changes here and we can only guess as to what changes tomorrow."

Barnaby would not confirm any rumors about such legislation, and refused to comment on if he would be interested in one. Mayor Stevens was not available for comment.

Crazy stuff. We'll keep an eye out as always on new developments toward City Hall's stance with Superhuman Activity. Let's head over to everyone's favorite meteorologist for this week's forecast...

[Cicada]

Notice Board

• There's a lot of reading to be done, so please bear with me. Good times lay ahead.
• The City in which the RP takes place is named "Patriot City".
• AT THIS TIME I AM NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICANTS!
• Send me a PM if you'd like to add a person or place to the Database.
• The IC is up!

The Setup


You are located in [unnamed City] where Superhuman abilities have mysteriously developed in random individuals. You may, or may not be one of these individuals, but your story begins here with the rest of them.

Will you use the powers you have for good, evil, or somewhere between? Will you hide from public view, or work to establish celebrity and glory? Will you wear a mask to hide amongst the public view or will you let them see your face to remember for the rest of their lives?

The choice is yours, and no-one else's.

The Rules

• All RPA Rules Apply, as always.
• This RP is meant to be rated at a PG-13 level, so sexual and drug themes are allowed, but not overdone.
• Leaving the city, except for possible plot developments later, is prohibited.
• I'm looking for a higher quality of writing. Minimum of three paragraphs per post.
• Be active in the OC. Communication is a fantastic thing.
• Please make sure you read up on previously accepted characters (if any) so you know the other characters. I'd like unique characters, and the more diverse the better.
• The phrase "I've been bitten by a centipede and I need to see a doctor" should be placed at the bottom of your character sheet to be accepted.
• Absolutely no OC in the IC, at any time.
• Absolutely no double posting in the IC. It's fine in the OC, but don't spam.
• Have fun. Yeah, that's a rule.

Player Agreement / Absences
(PLEASE READ THIS FULLY)

By joining this RP, I reserve the right to take over your character in the event you become inactive or drop out of the RP. That character can be given to another player to control. What we do with the character beyond that point, whether resolving by death or continuing his story without you, is solely up to the discretion of myself and the other players.

If you have a scheduled or sudden Absence for any period of time, whether unknown or a certain length but wish to remain active, please post here in the OC or send me a PM. This lets us know not to kill off your character while you're visiting your in-laws. If you plan or are Absent for an extended period of time, we'll decide 1 on 1 what's right for everyone.

Character Sheets

• You may play up to two characters, a primary and a secondary. Whether they are super powered or not, is up to you. Your secondary character must be weaker than your primary if both are super powered.
• A character sheet must be filled out for both characters.
• (AMENDED : 10/13 5:05 AM) Character sheets for BOTH characters need to be on SEPERATE POSTS. Double posting is fine in this instance.

Spoiler: Character Sheet 

Name: (Name on your birth certificate, designation, etc.)
Alias: (If applicable. This would be your superhuman name, if you choose to have one)
Gender: (If applicable. This rule is for mechanical individuals or entities)
Age:
Appearance (Physical): (Pictures are welcomed, but regardless a written description is mandatory)
Appearance (Apparel): (It's up to you if you'd like to wear a costume, or not. If you do wear a costume for certain activities, also please post your normal clothing or style. You may opt to always wear a costume if you so choose)
Occupation: (If applicable)
Special Trademarks or Conditions: (If your character has a medical condition, or certain trademark of some kind, post it here.)
Relationship to [name of other character]: (If applicable)
Background: (Tell us a little about your history.)
Powers / Abilities: (Please keep it to a reasonable level.)
Known Weaknesses: (Everyone must at least have one weakness, whether it's a result from their power or not. You may develop more later in the RP as you choose)
Do you agree to the "Player Agreement": (Please make sure you've read fully. If you do not agree, you may not participate in this RP.)

Currently Starring:

Simon Hope / Black Jack - Played by ZanNight
Malcom Stern / Maurauder - Played by StormWolf
Faustus Castor / Dr. Faustus - Played by ravenhairdemon
Lux Marie Creldenson / Shockwave - Played by CurleyQues
Rose Mikamino / 8 - Played by Lizard-Wizard
Melissa Dante / Supernova - Played by Sweets
Boris Zakov - Played by Cryptographer
Graham Bell - Played by ZanNight
Antonio Guerro / Styx - Played by SandQueen
Lawrence "Lar" Garna - Played by Shin Majin
Evaine Garna - Played by Shin Majin
Mike Scotson / Warp - Played by CurlyQues
Peyton Turner / 2 Pistols - Played by Ladaron
Wilson Dunning / Grey - Played by Zeos

Spoiler: Activate L.I.V.E. Database 

~>>! - LOGISTICS INTELLIGENT VIRTUAL ENTITY ACTIVATED.

~>>! - PLEASE INPUT QUERY


>//_ - Person of Interest

Spoiler: Select 

Notable People

>//_ - Samantha Meyers

Spoiler: Select 

Samantha Meyers

Head reporter for Newsline, Channel 7 News. Celebrated in journalism with an assortment of awards.

((Created by Lizard-Wizard))

>//_ - Lisette Swilley

Spoiler: Select 

Lisette Swilley

Customer Service Representative at the FoodMart. Coworker of Simon Hope. Full-time employee.

((Created by ZanNight))

>//_ - Dr. Hugh Parsons

Spoiler: Select 

Dr. Hugh Parsons

Material science professor at the Univeristy of Patriot City. Pioneer in innovative new research, including creating a new material which is bullet-proof, temperature resistant, and absorbs heavy impact (currently in the prototype phase). Has worked for and has ties to the military.

~>>! - Rose Mikamino assists his reseach and sometimes teaches (or is a TA for) his classes.

((Created by Lizard-Wizard))

>//_ - Clark Henderson

Spoiler: Select 

Clark Henderson

[redacted]

~>>! - File not Found.

>//_ - Point of Interest

Spoiler: Select 

Notable Locations

>//_ - FoodMart

Spoiler: Select 

FoodMart

Located in South PC, FoodMart is a thriving grocery store offering the freshest produce and goods at prices you can afford. Let our team of friendly and experienced employees help you to make each and every visit an enjoyable one. New sales every week in our weekly flyer!

~>>! - Current employer of Simon Hope.

((Created by ZanNight))

>//_ - Zarko-Tech

Spoiler: Select 

Zarko-Tech

~>>! - File Needs to be Updated.

>//_ - Patriot City University

Spoiler: Select 

Patriot City University (PCU)

The main and most highly esteemed university in Patriot City. Located near the downtown area of Patriot City. Holds cultural events every so often, also hosts speakers and debates.

~>>! - Rose Mikamino frequents the university.

((Created by Lizard-Wizard))

>//_ - Name: Café de L'arc

Spoiler: Select 

Name: Café de L'arc

Upscale coffee place located near Patriot City University. Run by a French couple, staffed with French (and sometimes Belgian) waiters. Reputation for good quality food, if not slightly pretentious.

((Created by Lizard-Wizard))

>//_ - Electrozone

Spoiler: Select 

Electrozone

Biggest electronic store chain in Patriot City. Sells typical items found at electronics stores, typically has fair prices but barely ever has sales.

((Created by Lizard-Wizard))

>//_ - The Dahlia Cafe

Spoiler: Select 

The Dahlia Cafe

A very small restaurant owned and run by two sisters, who coincidentally were fanatics about murder mysteries - they bought the Cafe (originally owned by Lux's mother, as a side project; was once called the "Sunflower Cafe) and named it after their favorite crime. Nestled between a very popular jewelry store and a bank that sees quite a bit of business, patrons of the Cafe quite often witness robberies.

~>>! - Frequented by Lux Marie Creldenson.

((Created by CurlyQues))

>//_ - Haven

Spoiler: Select 

Haven

An underground night club where only Supers are allowed in. Majority of the patrons, entirety if it's staff (as well as the CEO) have very intense hatred for non-supers. Non-supers will be turned away at the door.

((Created by CurlyQues))

[Lizard-Wizard]

I am joining this 100%! Thinking up a profile as we speak (type?) By the way, love the news-type introduction, it sets the scene really nicely.

[Cicada]

I am joining this 100%! Thinking up a profile as we speak (type?) By the way, love the news-type introduction, it sets the scene really nicely.

Thanks. Wasn't sure how that was gonna go over.

[StormWolf]

Name: Malcolm Stern
Alias: Marauder
Gender: Male
Age: 24
Appearance (Physical): Malcolm Stern measures in at six-foot-two-inches tall and weighs 256 pounds with virtually no fat on him. His hair is a sandy blonde cut close to his head and a perpetual stubble constantly on his strong jaw. He has bright blue eyes full of energy. He has matching arm tattoos on his bulky extremities that gain and sustain a fiery glow when he uses his powers.

Spoiler: Malcolm Stern 

Appearance (Apparel): Stern wears average clothing for the most part. He wears form fitting levi jeans and black biker boots. His alias hails from the leather biker jacket that has an imprint of a winged skull on the back with stitch-work saying 'marauder' beneath the logo. Beneath the jacket, Malcolm wears a blue-grey hanely v-neck shirt and a baseball cap on his head. When duty calls, Malcolm will adorn his leather jacket, remove, his cap and puts on his sunglasses - that is the extent of his costume. Malcolm carries his 'Marauder' jacket, packages for delivery, and energy drinks in his backpack.
Occupation: bike courier and MMA enthusiast
Special Trademarks or Conditions: Crushed cans of energy drinks and empty power bar wrappers will be found wherever he has fought crime.
Relationship to [name of other character]: Not applicable at this time

Background: Malcolm Stern was always a very energetic young man who never seemed to stop moving. When he suffered injury on the football field, he rebounded much quicker than 'normal people' would and he would dish out punishment on the field much harder than kids twice his size. He was brought in to the administrator's office on several occasions on the presumption that he had been using steroids. With no evidence each time, Malcolm got off scot free.

Graduating from high school in his home town, Malcolm moved to Patriot City to attend the University of Patriot City. Dropping out after one year just to spite his controlling parents, he joined the marine corps. Malcolm passed the physical requirements at the top of his class, but when the witch hunt for super-humans went underway, Malcolm orchestrated getting shot in the line of duty. The wound would have been fatal if not for Malcolm's ability to channel his chi in to an advanced healing factor. Discharged from duty, Malcolm returned to the city where he attended college and became a bike currier, using his ability to make some scratch and get himself a little apartment downtown, trying his best to lay low and not get noticed by the superhuman-hunting fanatics.

However, Malcolm's powers were made public when he used his powers to stop a kidnapping by chasing down the kidnapper's car on foot, tearing off the door and bashing the criminal on the ground, Malcolm saved the poor woman from a terrible fate, yet she ran to the police and instead of pointing out the kidnapper, she pointed out Malcolm. Thankfully he was clean-shaven all around and was wearing sunglasses, making him look considerably different than he does now.

Powers / Abilities: Chi manipulation - harnessing the abundance of Chi, or 'life energy' in his body to run faster, hit harder, and increase his bodies natural healing factor. The greater Chi Malcolm has in his body, the longer and harder he can exert himself to super-human levels. The source of his power stems from a hyperactive and highly mutated metabolism as well as a mutation in his organic tissue, making his body more dense.
Known Weaknesses: Malcolm requires a lot of energy to burn for his power, and that energy is made just like any other human. He needs to eat and drink to have his body process the food. He carries energy drinks and power bars for emergency situations, but those will give him short bursts, only enough to get out of a sticky situation.
Do you agree to the "Player Agreement": Yes

I've been bitten by a centipede and I need to see a doctor

[Cicada]

StormWolf - Accepted.

Sheet to be added along with mine, once I finish it up.

[StormWolf]

sweet. his power isn't too versatile? Strength, speed, and healing, but not Hulk, Flash, or Wolverine. the wiki about chi says that it can be used to make energy blasts too, but i figured if I did that, there would be no room for Mal to grow.

[Cicada]

It looked reasonable to me. It's versatile, but like you said, he's not the Hulk, Flash and whatnot.

Totally fine.

One thing pops to mind. How long has he had this ability?

[StormWolf]

started showing during puberty, so early teens

[Cicada]

Okie doke. Just wondering.

EDIT: Added to the roster, along with a link to my character sheet as well.