[M] The Throne of Gods: Memories of Divinity - OOC
This is Rated M for violence, blood, gore, language, nudity, sexual content, and contradiction of religious beliefs that might be considered blasphemy outside of creative context
The Throne of Gods: Memories of Divinity
Sequel to the 2014 Best Overall RP and 2015/2016 Best RP to Reach Hall of Fame! (Chapter 1 - OOC/IC)
Sequel to the 2016 Best Unfinished RP - (Chapter 2 - OOC/IC)
Several months have passed since the slaying of the King of Gods.
The celestials fell from the heavens, causing chaos and strife throughout the multiverse.
Many deities have managed to find a way back to the celestial realms, some still wander the mortal world to seek a return to their beloved homes.
Some seek to bring justice upon the Kingslayer. Others seek to claim the empty Throne of Gods. Some are simply trying to survive during these Apocalyptic Times.
Rebellions are rising. Monarchs are falling.
Reawaken the Memories of Divinity of this long-forgotten tale.
Spoiler: The Five Monarchs
Suriyel was the first deity ever, and He created the Throne of Gods. After creating the Throne, He then created the Five Monarchs.
In the celestial hierarchy system, the Five Monarchs are right beneath the King of Gods. These Monarchs are currently the strongest beings in the multiverse and each lead their own faction in their respective realm.
Spoiler: Luthious: The Noble of Order
He is known as the right-hand of Suriyel and is the strongest of the Monarchs. With the death of Suriyel and his brother, Baldramort, he is currently the strongest being of the multiverse. He and his faction reside in the heavenly plane, Elysium. Their holy capital is the divine White City. They are the overseers of the planes, ensuring law and justice prevail. They have strict moral codes while valuing truth and compassion. Once in a while, they understand that certain sacrifices need to be taken in order to enforce the greater good. The Faction of Order is naturally at war with the Faction of Chaos. Luthious's powers include the mastery of radiant light.
Luthious has a very kind and warm-hearted personality, and many could easily view him as a father figure. Despite the chaos and destruction of the Fall, Luthious remains steadfast and determined to restore Order. He is a sincere and genuine individual, especially towards his companions. However, those that ever cross him will quickly notice his righteous anger and Luthious will let no one stand in his way.
Spoiler: Harku: The Duke of Freedom
The most intelligent being of all creation. Harku and his faction reside in the futuristic plane, Mechanus. Their capital is the majestic Metropolis. The gods of Freedom are known as creators, tinkers, and truth-seekers. They value personal freedom, life, and adherence to the law. They are natural allies with the Faction of Order. Harku himself has the powers of telekinesis. He is currently working with a group of celestials in discovering the identity of the Kingslayer while fending off the Titans from Metropolis.
Despite being a benevolent Monarch, Harku is surprisingly arrogant and views practically everybody beneath him. Since he does not view anyone as intelligent, it may be difficult trying to communicate with him. However, despite his personality blemishes, Harku is a hard worker and will always pick the path that is deemed the right one - even if it is not the popular one.
Spoiler: Selrina: The Maiden of Nature (COMATOSE)
One of the most beautiful ladies of creation. Selrina and her faction reside in the nature plane, Avesta. Their capital is the paradise garden, Eden. Selrina's faction focuses on maintaining a balance between good and evil, life and death, and order and chaos. They understand that without one, there can be no other. So they ensure there's no disruption to the equilibrium of the multiverse. Because of their very philosophy, they gain no favors from the Factions of Order and Chaos. Selrina herself is a shapeshifter and has complete control over Mother Nature.
The Maiden is currently in a comatose state. She sacrificed much of her life force to open the realm to Averas and nearly died from the experience. Instead, she fell into a state of unconsciousness and was carried into the portal leading to Averas, where she has been resting ever since.
Like her older brother, Luthious, Selrina is a good-hearted person and usually gentle in nature towards her close companions. She tries to distance herself from the political affairs of the Five Monarchs in an attempt to maintain the Multiverse's equilibrium. She can be short-tempered and may let her emotions get the best of her at some points. Yet, she is a happy helper and is always willing to assist others in need.
Spoiler: Malphas: The Duchess of Pain
One of the most corrupted beings of creation. Malphas and her faction reside in the fiery realm, Hades. Their capital is the infernal palace, Tartarus. The Faction of Pain seeks its own selfish ends. They view law and chaos as unnecessary and are primarily concerned with their own ambitions. One common goal amongst these gods is to seek power. They often are allies with the Order of Chaos. Malphas has the power to create mind-bending illusions. Selrina claimed that Malphas is the Kingslayer, which Malphas has yet to deny, but it is known that a single Monarch does not have the power to match the King of Gods.
Malphas is a rather odd character and often has the attitude of a teenager. She can be quite immature at times and is practically always vulgar and crude. She enjoys toying with her enemies and even her fellow Pain deities at some points. She has no concerns about anyone but herself and is essentially a wild-card in the political affair of the Five Monarchs.
Spoiler: Baldramort: The Prince of Chaos (DECEASED)
Sometimes known as the left-hand of Suriyel. He and Luthious were the strongest Monarchs, always in equal playing fields and never overcoming each other in the multiversal war. Baldramort and his faction reside in the abyssal plane, Carceri. Their capital is the demonic Black City. The Faction of Chaos is the bane of all that is good and organized. The deities are cruel violent killers that often do not see themselves in error. They promote chaos and destruction only to glorify themselves. They are naturally at war with the Faction of Order. Baldramort himself is the creator of primordial darkness. Ever since the Fall of the Gods, Baldramort proudly boasted that he personally killed his father, Suriyel.
Baldramort is a very proud and arrogant individual and he has a no-nonsense attitude towards his followers. He will be quick to dispatch those that cross him even in the slightest or most trivial manner. He is not the type to play around or waste time. If need be, he will manipulate and/or force others to do his bidding, but he mostly relies on himself to take care of the necessary tasks.
During the battle at his underground temple, beneath the Vatican City, Baldramort was challenged by a group of celestials. He easily defeated them and intended to sacrifice their life force to open the portal to his home realm, Carceri. However, in an unexpected twist, his long-lost son Damian made an appearance and ruined his ritual. Instead, his own life force was sapped, leaving Baldramort defenseless against the group of fallen deities. After losing the battle, Baldramort decided to commit suicide and would rather die by his own hands than allow a lesser being to take his life. The truth of whether or not he is the actual Kingslayer may have been lost.
Spoiler: The Multiverse Setting
Spoiler: ElysiumThis realm hosts several angelic and divine cities with the White City being its capital. Holy Knights and benevolent souls populate this realm and strive to maintain peace. Many outsiders are often awestruck by the beauty and serenity of the realm, even the wild creatures are rather passive in nature. The realm also contains tall mountains, a large and mystique sea, and lush green plains.
Spoiler: MechanusThe industrial world has taken over this realm with various futuristic cities - like the great Metropolis - scattered across the plane. Hovercrafts, lightspeed trains, and amazing luxuries are offered in this world. There is still quite a large portion of nature, but mostly barren lands and a few lakes.
Spoiler: AverasThe realm of Averas is a complete paradise in nature. Lively forests with innocent animals, cascading waterfalls, and the sweet aroma of various plant life can soothe even the most anxious of souls. The legendary garden of Eden resides at the center of the realm, along with the Tree of Life known as Gaia. However, even in this so-called paradise, there are a few dark spots scattered throughout this realm. Dark and forbidden forests, and abandoned ruins share a story of a time long passed.
Spoiler: Hades
The realm of Hades is fiery in nature, lava and flames cover practically the majority of the realm. There are dozens of towns and villages residing in the safe spots of the world, but dark creatures like malevolent dragons are known to fly across and make their homes in volcanoes. The capital, Tartarus, is an underground city that dwells within a colossal pit, with built-in walls surrounding the pit to prevent the lava from flowing into the city. At the bottom of the pit is a fighting arena, where Malphas forces her prisoners to battle each other to the death in a gladiator-like manner.
Spoiler: CarcariThe dark realm of Carcari is the home to the worst nightmares ever created in the multiverse. The Grey Plains fill the realm, which is set under a permanent night sky. The Black City houses many demonic beings and also houses countless prisoners that are eternally tortured. Several other dark cities and towns also populate the realm, along with deep canyons and crevices that lead into the unending abyss. A large and foreboding sea can be found, but hardly anyone dares to venture into the dangerous waters and encounter any of the underwater eldritch colossi.
Spoiler: Summary of the Long Forgotten StoryThe realm was gripped by chaos and destruction following the slaying of the King of Gods and the disappearance of the Five Monarchs. Celestials fell from the heavens onto Earth, plunging the realm into a violent warzone. Countless casualties occurred as celestial and human alike became caught in the crossfire of numerous battles.
Amidst the turmoil, the Five Monarchs returned, gathering their supporters in a desperate bid to reclaim the Five Celestial Realms and pursue their individual agendas amidst the chaos. Luthious, the Noble of Order, assembled a following in the United States, aiming to restore order to the multiverse. Guided by Luthious, they sought the portal to Mechanus within New York City and the aid of Harku in the Metropolis. Harku's task was to uncover the identity of the Kingslayer and support Luthious in his quest for justice.
As the group of gods embarked on their journey, they encountered the demigods led by the cunning Colonel Hawkins. The demigods sought revenge for their abandonment long ago, determined to claim the celestial realms as their own and take the vacant Throne. Unbeknownst to them, Colonel Hawkins was the illegitimate son of Suriyel, the King of Gods, and he aimed to usurp his father's position, allowing the demigods to reign as the new celestial rulers.
After several battles with the demigods, the group of deities emerged victorious with the slaying of Colonel Hawkins. The surviving demigods scattered, leaving Lt. Cabal to assume leadership. With the portal of Mechanus before them, the deities embarked on a new chapter in their journey. However, their story was not the only one being written.
Selrina, the Maiden of Balance, rallied her companions as they traversed the United Kingdom, engaging in battles against fallen celestials, rabid cerberi, and even encountering law enforcement. However, a formidable obstacle emerged in the form of Diz, the God of Ruin. Diz, an enigmatic and ancient being, gathered a powerful force of celestials with the intent of vanquishing the Five Monarchs and ushering in a new era devoid of the King of Gods, the Monarchs, and even the Throne. Selrina became Diz's primary target.
Despite the deaths and setbacks suffered by Selrina's group, their determination to restore balance in the multiverse remained unwavering. At Stonehenge, Selrina initiated a ritual that required a significant portion of her life force, disregarding the concerns of her companions. Their shared goal was to restore balance, with or without Selrina's presence.
The ritual left Selrina in a vulnerable state, seized upon by Diz, who sent an Abomination to kill her. The group valiantly defended the Maiden, albeit with another loss among their ranks, and ultimately emerged victorious over the monstrous entity. However, Selrina slipped into a comatose state. Her devoted followers carried her into the portal, determined to cleanse the corruption in Averas and restore balance.
Yet, Diz remained a lingering threat, relentless in his pursuit of completing his ambition. And so, the tale continued.
Lastly, one more story unfolded in the realm.
Baldramort, the Prince of Chaos, gathered a group of malevolent gods to aid him in his quest to return to Carcari. To open the portal, he required the heart of an innocent goddess. The group embarked on a search across Russia, encountering resistance from demigods and even awakening a hibernating dragon known as the Destroyer. Despite these challenges, the malevolent deities managed to defeat the dragon and continued their journey into the United States. There, they confronted further demigod forces, including Colonel Hawkins, until finally found and slew the innocent goddess they sought.
Returning to Vatican City, they intended to rendezvous with Baldramort at his underground temple. However, their intention was not to hand over the heart but to end Baldramort's reign of control. A fierce battle ensued, but the odds were overwhelmingly against the group.
As Baldramort began a ritual to drain the life force of the deities and open the portal to Carceri, the ceremony was interrupted by Damian, the God of the Apocalypse. Damian, prophesied to bring about the End of Times, was abandoned as an infant by his mother, defying his fate. He interrupted the ritual, redirecting its effects toward Baldramort, draining the Prince's life force and leaving him weakened. Abandoned by his allies, Baldramort faced his own demise at the hands of the group of deities.
The first Monarch fell, and the portal to Carceri opened, allowing the deities to proceed with their conquest and dark ambitions. However, a lingering question remained: Who was the Kingslayer, the one powerful enough to slay the King of Gods himself? And what goals did the Kingslayer now pursue in this chaotic landscape?
Spoiler: Rules and Expectations
- Standard RPA rules apply, please do not godmod/metamod/powerplay. These kinds of things are never fun.
- Please respect all players. The words of the GM are law
- No OOC fighting. Discussions are always welcome, but harshly attacking another person will receive swift and brutal judgment.
- Romance and swearing are fine. Just don't take it to the extreme. Don't curse practically every other word. If things get steamy, please do it tastefully (fade-to-black/take it to the PMs if necessary).
- Players are welcome to create minor NPC characters throughout the story to further enrich the lore and create agency.
- Two paragraphs for each IC post is the recommended minimum. I would like to encourage those that struggle with this to please challenge themselves into creating outstanding posts. This rule is not strict with dialogue exchange, but making a co-post would be incredibly useful. Minor issues with spelling and grammar are perfectly acceptable, but please don't make it unbearable.
- If you have trouble creating a post, please ask me or a returning ToG veteran to help out. We are all in this together. I'm very willing to help out my fellow players, if you have any issues or have any ideas for the RP, just let me know so we can work it out.
- If you are going to be inactive for a certain period of time or unable to make a post for at least 2 weeks, please PM/VM me or make a notification within the OOC thread. That way, we can continue with the plot without any hindrances.
- The final rule and most important... have fun! Seriously, let your creativity and imagination run wild! Have a freakin' blast!
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