[GF] The Butterfly Tattoo

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A story of love and hate, friends and enemies, trust and betrayal.

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"All's fair in love and war"

Elethar is a land of magic lying parallel to Earth. For centuries, it has thrived, a place of peace and growth. A single kingdom united the whole world, and there was no war, for the old King and Queen were kind and understand, and they paid attention to the needs of every individual, no matter how insignificant that person may be. But just as any happy time, it could not last. The King had always planned to choose his heir according to the tradition, which was that his eldest son take the throne. However, he began to realize that all of his sons were equally qualified, and even his daughters would make gifted rulers. Because of this, the King waited, watching each of his six children grow and seeing who would have the most potential.

Each child grew up, well versed in their studies, and each strong in magic, though their powers were diversified. The King was soon to select his heir, and the whole kingdom became excited. Bets were placed, loyalties forged, and support grown for each of the King's children. Suddenly, the King passed away, leaving the world stunned. There was still no heir to the throne.

The Kingdom split six ways, each son or daughter taking his or her followers and claiming their own territory. The monks in their temple feared the worst at the revelation of a dire prophecy, saying that some day six heroes would come forward from another land to take up the mantles of the princes and princesses. As this prophecy was made and heard across the land, the wars began. Small skirmishes for territory and resources escalated to strategic battles. The brothers and sisters had become bitter enemies in the wake of greed and power. Each was determined to take his or her place as leader of Elethar.

The years passed, and the wars settled down, the leaders of the six factions seeing no hope in victory. Each small faction went their separate ways, leaving the others relatively in peace.

This is how it has been for centuries.

Peace has been made and a pact forged. When the heroes of the monks' prophecy arrive, they will form a council, and will rule the land collectively, though the factions will remain.

Earth knows nothing of this. One ordinary morning, six teens wake to find a strange marking on them. It is a tattoo of a butterfly. Each is a different color, and the teens have no idea where it came from. They hide the tattoos, frightened by the lack of recollection. These six teens are the chosen ones who will return to Elethar. These six teens are the best of friends, each keeping a secret; completely unaware that his or her friends hides the same secret.

The day passes by normally for them, but what happens when they retire to their beds at night? Upon falling asleep, they awake in a palace in a world not their own: Elethar. Believing it to be only a strange dream, the teens go along with what they are told by the inhabitants of Elethar. They discover their magic, and they learn of the rivalry between the eight factions, each represented by a different color. The six take up their positions, dressed as the princes and princesses of old. Their faces hidden behind masks for the sake of protection, the eight reach the temple where the monks explain to them the situation. Going their separate ways and once again returning to their tribes, the teens began to be influenced by their people. Power could be theirs; there would be no need to share.

The dreams are kept hidden from one another the next day, but the teens soon realize that it is more than just a dream. Every night, they return to Elethar to wage their wars. As this continues and the teens become engulfed in the greed and power just as their predecessors, they grow farther apart in their lives on Earth, and none of them know why. The wars on Elethar begin again, though this time with much more trickery. But would some begin to suspect?

In Elethar, war soon becomes somewhat pointless as a free for all. There is no end in sight, and it seems as if the war will go on forever. But secret alliances can be forged, spies can penetrate ranks, and people can be manipulated. How far will the teens go to gain the throne of Elethar? Will they eventually realize their friends have become their enemies, or has power blinded them? Can their friendships be saved?

 

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Literacy
This is a literate guild, so I'm not too worried, but please keep it in mind.

Violence and Romance
There is the possibility for there to be some violence in the RP. Please keep the TOS in mind when fighting. Gore is perfectly fine by me, but keep it real. You must okay fighting with the player who's character you will be fighting with. Also, no Godmoding or auto-hitting. If I see this, you will be warned. If you don't cut it out, your character will be deleted.
Romance is also fine with me. After all, it can make for good stories. Again though, follow the TOS. Nothing too passionate and absolutely no cybering. If it's getting to that point, skip over it.

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Activity
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Posting
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Other
Use some form of OOC, though all conversations should be held in the OOC thread, as linked in the first post. I am in charge, and have the right to edit and add to these rules. Thank you, and let's have a good, fun RP.

 

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The Red Lord

Name:
Age:
Gender: Male
In Everyday Life: Hot-tempered and somewhat wild, this boy has a free spirit that's not made to be broken. He is rather headstrong and rash, making decisions that are sometimes costly and get him into trouble. A bit of a daredevil, he's willing to take a risk or two.
In Elethar: His military strategies reflect his risky behavior, though they are sometimes beneficial.
Power: Fire
Taken: Areiay




The Blue Princess

Name:
Age:
Gender: Female
In Everyday Life: This girl is calm-natured and full of grace. Normally, she is friendly and easy-going, but if angered, she's a force to be reckoned with. She's the girl with the personality that's mature for her age.
In Elethar: She is strategic, knowing when to be aggressive, and when it is probably better to hold back. She thinks she can reunite the country if she can gain dominance. Restoring peace is her main goal, but there are other benefits as well.
Name: Water
Taken: e d e n - s o n g



The Green Knight

Name:
Age:
Gender: Male
In Everyday Life:He's always had a sense of chivalry, ready to jump in and help someone in need. He's a bit of a flirt, and is quite the smooth talker when he wants to be.
In Elethar: He chooses to fight with honor. He prefers straight up, fair combat to the sneaky tactics of many of the others.
Power: Earth
Open




The Turquoise Maiden

Name:
Age:
Gender: Female
In Everyday Life: She is detached and aloof. Free-spirited, she's easily bored and is constantly looking for something exciting to occupy her mind. Her normal self tends to be a bit hyper and childlike, but when necessary, she can be quite the thinker. The group sees her as the "younger sister" type.
In Elethar: She is sneaky in getting things to go her way. She maintains a carefree appearance while working under-the-table deals. She pulls strings and knows how to play her cards. Is she really after the throne, or is she just keeping herself entertained?
Power: Air
Taken: sleepingrebels



The Gold Emperor

Name:
Age:
Gender: Male
In Everyday Life: The rich one of the group, this is the boy that usually funded the weekend escapades. Though he's rich, he's not greedy, and is happy to share, at least with his friends. He's got one of the stronger consciences of the group, and tends to steer himself out of trouble where possible. He tends to be more withdrawn and reserved.
In Elethar: He seeks resources and a secure defense rather than outright conquest. Securing his own territory is far more important to him than seeking out more. He views the others as more of competitive rivals than outright enemies, though that could quickly change.
Power: Light
Taken: Erdentier



The Violet Duchess
Name:
Age:
Gender: Female
In Everyday Life: She's the creative one. There's always a sketchbook or notepad handy with this girl. She's always writing or drawing. A bit of a dreamer, she's always loved a good story. She's a bit on the quiet side around anyone but the others, and has a bit of a quirky, darker personality.
In Elethar: She likes to work in secret, operating in the shadows through assassins, thieves and spies. She's quick to mistrust, and is suspicious of the others almost immediately.
Power: Darkness
Taken: Adara Wolfe

 

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Information:

Locations (Earth):
Lakeport, CA: This is where part of our story takes place. It's here that our teens go to school, spend their weekends hanging out, and engaging in other normal activities for people of their age.

Lakeport High: The High School the teens attend.

Locations (Elethar):
There is a neutral area between all the areas. The territories form a circle around the temple.

The Pergan Grasslands: Dry, tall, wild grasses that are able to survive off little water. Any farming settlements are built along rivers or around lakes. Irrigation systems spread water to supply farms. Wheat production is a major crop. Large trees are limited, and many houses are built of clay and straw. The richer people use stone as well. The days are comfortable, and the nights are often cold. Winters are frigid, though the area rarely sees snow. Frost is a large problem in the colder months.
Controlled by The Red Lord
Next to The Wetlands and The Rezar Desert

The Rezar Desert: The areas closer to the coast are warmer deserts, occupied by nomadic tribes. They are often hunters, and live in groups of about fifty. Further north, the hot desert becomes a cold one, with moderate day time temperatures and cold night temperatures. There are strong winds throughout the area, and many forts have been built to shield off the storms. Most people live in these fortified communities.
Controlled by The Gold Emperor
Next to The Grasslands and The Shadowlands

The Shadowlands: Rocky cliffs line the landscape, formed with dark stone, giving the area it's name. Much of the land is overgrown with wild, thick grasses. Many people live in stone houses or in cloth and wood tents, living in large camps. Many of the poorer people are nomadic, hunting beasts. Further east, there is decent farming ground where some crops are raised. The area is cooler, and subject to winds gushing through narrow, rocky canyons. Above the cliffs, the air is usually comfortably warm, and cool at night. There is occasional snowfall in higher elevations during the dead of winter.
Controlled by The Violet Duchess
Next to The Rezar Desert and The Glacian Mountains

The Glacian Mountains: The whole area is elevated and rocky. Higher altitudes provide cooler weather. Livestock is the main agricultural focus, as crops are hard to raise. Winters, especially winter nights, are often freezing cold, and summer temperatures are moderate. There are higher peaks in the central areas of the Mountains, and much of the area is jagged and rocky. Many homes are carved out of the mountains.
Controlled by the Turquoise Maiden
Next to The Shadowlands and the Wilden Forest

The Wilden Forests: Southern areas of the forest are filled with Maple, oak, and other decidous trees, many of which are extremely old. The people are hunters and foresters. The area has many sailors and used to be an area of many sea merchants, before the conflicts began. More northern areas are thick with evergreen trees. The people live in the forest, as it offers protection from both beasts and people. Some live in homes carved in ancient trees, while most live in homes made of wood.
Controlled by The Green Knight
Next to The Glacian Mountains and The Wetlands

The Wetlands: Areas of large amounts of water. There are some areas of marshland, mostly in the far southern areas. Poorer people live here, their homes built on stilts. Due to its southern location, temperatures are warmer. The coastal area is subject to heavy tropical storms during the summer and fall. In the northern areas of the Wetlands, grass grows tall and green. The beaches are typically white sand. Fishing along the coast is a major industry.
Controlled by the Blue Princess
Next to The Wilden Forests and The Grasslands

The Temple: And old stone temple, whose style is similar to that of a Greek Temple, though carved of darker stone rather than white marble. In the innermost sanctum is where the monks have lived for centuries, shrouded in mystery as they await the fulfillment of the prophecy. It is here where the council of the eight heroes is to meet in peace upon their arrival. The area is colder, and the temple sits atop a plateau. Reaching it is not an easy task, and the plateau is rocky and steep. Pathways have been carved in places, making the journey easier.
In the middle of all the territories.

 

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