Hi, this is Tethys, and he'll be your guide for this evening. Please leave your slippers by the door, take a seat and make yourself comfortable. Please leave all questions until the end.
If you have any requests though you can absolutely hit me up on AIM (Sarcadoodle), Skype (Epeesama) or PM.
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:36 am
The Story So Far... Long before Tethys and Dione were born, there existed a pride on the far reaches of the continent who ruled a peaceful land. A land that was guided by strict moral codes and a firm religious doctrine. However, there were those within that land who disagreed with this doctrine and as these rebellious beliefs spread, a scourge was born.
It was a period of great unrest, and the once peaceful lands descended in to absolute madness. Those of contrasting beliefs sought to install their own doctrine, and war was inevitable. For a time it appeared the rebels were successful, and yet as time went on and their doctrine became more severe, the general population began to realise that perhaps not everything was as it seemed...
When all hope seemed lost, the Emperor made his final stand.
By surrendering his own security, he placed the freedom of his great nation upon the shoulders of his most elite, sacred guard. No longer bound to protect their emperor, the Justicars were sent forth to quell the rebellion and restore order to the land. As was expected, their methods proved extremely efficient and the rebellion was all but crushed. However, this was not without great cost as the emperor had fallen.
In the years that followed the land and its governing bodies underwent significant change. Though always under the constant watch of the Justicars, they moved away from an autocratic state and all seemed well... Until marks of the past began to reappear.
The scourge that had been scrubbed from the land returned seemingly overnight and the land was marred by violence and murder once more. With no other option before them the Justicars once again armed themselves and prepared for war. It was a war that stretched to every border of their province, and while they could keep it isolated to the outskirts, it seemed impossible to wipe it out.
Until then it had always been believed that the war and the scourge were contained within this isolated province...that was until the Justicars received reports that one of the Scourge's marks had managed to escape their grasp and free. While one might have assumed that this would have been of no concern to the Justicars, their oath to their emperor remained even after all these years.
...The scourge could not be allowed to spread.
Thus, as the scourge pursued its lost treasure, the Justicars sent one of their own to pursue them. His duty was simple, he was to wipe out the scourge before it found its mark and ensure that no other regions were afflicted. Unfortunately by this time it was already much too late.
Though the Justicar covered ample ground, the scourge had already spread out to locate the last of its marks. It was a race between the scourge and the Justicar to locate this individual... and it is a race that continues to this day.
Alas, in the time that they have been present in these new regions the scourge had developed a taste for its denizens. A species that was once focused only on its own land has now displayed an interest in a new one. Individuals go missing mysteriously in the night, and unfortunate families are slaughtered in acts that have made it abundantly clear to the Justicar that he has already failed.
It was a battle he fought alone.
It was a battle he had always assumed he would fight alone.
...Until the fateful day when the Scourge made a grave error and assaulted his very own offspring. Though the budding Reaver had not had an inclination towards absolute warfare to begin with... The death of his Captain and of the youngest blood on several raids, had guaranteed his ire.
Newly promoted, the Captain made a sworn oath to his brothers as they bade their farewells to their now fallen leader.
He would find this scourge, and he would crush them; no matter how long it might take him.
He would find these beings and he would ensure that every last one of their pelts adorned the walls of his brothers' households. This went for whatever other pretty trinkets they could 'salvage' as well...
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Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:38 am
Part One - Cultivating a Strategy: This is the initial part of his campaign - you can expect to hear rumours etc regarding his intentions if you want your Viking to meet him during this period. While he's in the Stormborn lands he will absolutely be open to RP with any rank who might want to speak to him.
Once he's outside gathering information, it will only really be Reavers, Captains and external prides/rogues that might encounter him.
It's unlikely he'll be returning directly to the Stormborn until he has completed his campaign unless he has been summoned by someone of higher authority.
Seeking Counsel[COMPLETE] Initially, Tethys is not going to have a strategy in regards to how he can defeat what he's facing. He's also still far too angry to come face to face with them; aware of this, he will be seeking counsel from those he trusts the most and from those they advise to speak to...
Word Gets Around[COMPLETE] The death of Tethys's captain and his promotion will begin to get around. Those who were friends of his, those who simply wish to avenge him, or those who have already encountered the phantoms will realise that Tethys isn't going to rest on his laurels and write the event off. They'll offer their aid in the coming battle...
Please note, it wasn't his aim to bring a giant army, he was merely discussing his warband taking revenge. His growing 'army' is by pure chance.
Captains: Iloziya (Greenie), Zjarris (Greenie), Vidar (SilverLutz) Reavers: Xochi (Kimi), Bjorn (Greenie), Zili (Kimi), Sabia`deimos (Greenie), Tryggyr (SilverLutz), Fasny (SilverLutz), Runa (SilverLutz), Tollak (CaliWolfe), Tordenskall (CaliWolfe), Svana (Andranis), Valkyrie (Andranis), Bjorn (Andranis), Freya (Andranis) Other Allies: Notes: If others want to help please let me know.
Given Direction[COMPLETE] His mother is going to highlight a number of prides she feels might be of use to him following the discussions he has with her and his sister. She will suggest that he seeks out the assistance of other prides who may have far more knowledge of certain things than the Stormborn...
Prides: Bahari'mtoto (The Hlare), Kizinigo'zaa (Poisonous plant god) Notable Chars: Kluna (Greenie), Hima (SilverLutz), Starfire (SilverLutz), Aja (CaliWolfe) Notes: If apothecaries are around and want to assist, please holler and will discuss.
Gathering Intel[COMPLETE] A couple of other things may be happening to assist his warband in gathering more information, these are still up in the air (will discuss when ready to open thread again).
Potential Prides: Dov (Mysses Greenie) Notes: If you're happy enough for things to happen near your pride and would be ok with vikings investigating please let me know. n_n
The Forgotten Lands[COMPLETE] There are various pridelands that have been completely devoid of life for some time. No one is entirely sure why. Tethys sends a group of his vikings out to investigate the Mermaid and Pirate regions for evidence of Phantom activity. While the phantoms may not have wiped out these prides, there is nothing to say they hadn't used the region for their own means...
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:39 am
Part Two - The Captain's Campaign This is the point at which he will officially establish his (temporary) strongholds. He and his allies will utilise abandoned land that happens to have advantageous features. During this period he will absolutely not be in the Stormborn so Freeborn/Thralls and so on will be able to communicate with him directly.
This is the point in his plots where there will be less 'research' and intrigue, and significantly more skirmishes and confrontations as he makes his push towards his targets.
During any and all battles, any combatant will be permitted to take whatever 'prize' they wish when they win. Thralls are not possible, Tethys's rule is absolute and every phantom will be executed... This isn't his instruction, it's that of his father, and it is for good reason!
Flashpoint - Bahari'mtoto [Completed] Intelligence report from carefully planted Vikings have been received by Tethys. The phantoms have been sighted in and around the Bahari'mtoto lands, these scouts have reason to believe that it's only a matter of time before they make a move.
Tethys makes his move, landing on the borders of this pride with his warband in tow. A truce is struck and an agreement made, his warband is granted access to this pride's territory in order to seek out and destroy the phantom infestation.
Bahari'mtoto may help but those in possession of a majority pure white coat will be told to take cover. They're a liability.
Participants: Anyone who wants to come!
Flashpoint - Old Maestro Lands[Starting] Not a land grab, phantoms just utilising the territory. Temporary 'base' camp for portion of warband. Skirmishes. Maybe leave in paws of one of another captain so warbands have separate locations? (Would avoid disagreements due to differing methods)
Participants: Anyone who wants to come!
Flashpoint - Dov Struma (TBC) The previous visit to the Dov territory had proved useful in acquiring resources. However, circumstances appear to have changed and the pride now appear to be in need of some assistance. It seems the Phantoms have also managed to move into this land.
The warband responds.
Final Fight In the mountains where Destati was first found.
Participants: TBA, Kinda wanna figure out how I wanna do this first.
Victory! The warbands pursue the phantoms to the point of annihilation in this region. Intelligence reports indicate that no further phantoms exist in these regions that they know of, if they do, then their numbers are so small they can do no damage. True to his word Tethys will honour his allies and the giant warband will disband.
Wrapping Up While the other Captains and their bands will continue on their merry way, Tethys will stay behind to reunite with his father and discuss what happens from here. Destati indicates that while the Phantoms have been purged from this land, the scourge is still very much present elsewhere.
Destati will bit his son farewell and take his leave to join Oa on the trip home to locate the Prime.
Returning Home Tethys and his warband will finally come home for a MUCH needed rest, lol.
Most pridal stuff is pending their different metas and plans, they are all subject to change depending on the owners of those prides!
If you also want to get involved in here just say so as well, I don't mind.
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Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:40 am
Cause Tethys has Rules and stuff... Throughout his campaign Tethys is going to have rules that must be followed - if they aren't followed he won't hesitate to give the individual a serious beating and send them home. It is absolutely imperative he succeeds in his campaign and he will not tolerate anyone jeopardising it.
Tethys's word is generally law. He will be advised, and discuss tactics with Captains who have aligned with him. Reavers will remain loyal to their Captains, they won't swear loyalty to him. No thralls are to be captured on any land they are granted passage through. No resources are to be 'acquired' on land they are granted passage through. Rogue lands are fair game, while out in open territory all Captains are free to send out their own Reavers to acquire whatever they would like. It is up to the Captains of each band to dictate where resources go, he won't dictate it. Ultimately the chain of command in the Stormborn comes above all, anything warbands acquire while out should still be scrutinised as all traditional Viking spoils are! He will be operating on diplomacy, he needs the co-operation of other more wary prides to succeed. He will smack you if you mess this up!
Who are the Scourge? The Scourge are a large cult of lions known as "phantoms" that hail from an obscure land; a land that Destati (Tethys's father) comes from. While not much is known about them, what little information there is has been acquired through the efforts of Destati and his pride. Though it is limited and many pieces of the puzzle have yet to fit together, Destati is prepared to share everything he needs to know for the upcoming assault...
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Species: Lion - They aren't any other species. Colour: They're pure black, their coats have literally no markings. They have gleaming white teeth as though they're deliberately scraped clean/bleached. The only difference is between the genders. While the males have bright red eyes, the females have white.
Social Structure: Neither Destati or Tethys are aware of their social structure, Tethys and Destati will start piecing this all together as they investigate. Tethys will be utilising any and all allies he has to piece everything together so that it can be used to his advantage. Whether it be a Captain, a Reaver, a Thrall, a Rogue is irrelevant, any and all information will be received with gratitude.
Battle Tactics: Males: Are the assault team, they act as the distraction and the assassins. When the survivors of an attack make reference to these Phantoms they refer to the males only, they don't notice the females. They seem to be able to approach their targets in absolute silence, and generally they will slit the throats of any they perceive to be a threat before they can act.
They will often hide with their eyes 'shut' and attack as soon as someone is in range. (Think cheshire cat)
They hunt in packs. They will leap at and overwhelm one individual at a time to increase their chances of success. They generally come from behind.
Females: They are the ones who "kidnap" the victim. They ONLY target pure white coats, there can be some markings on them but they MUST be white. Cream won't do, it's always white. It's these phantoms that some how place the target into a trance and move them away swiftly and silently. Those who are being attacked might notice the victim being led away, but they won't see a struggle. The females are also the ones who kill the victim later.
Communication: Simple put, Destati doesn't know. Tethys and his warband (or combined warbands) will work this out over several encounters. More to follow...
Favoured conditions Darkness. They absolutely will not attack during the day. Expect Tethys and co to be assaulted while they're camping for the night. This is for practical reasons, these phantoms can get in and out, their colour makes them impossible to find if they bolt.
Do they leave survivors? Yes. If they don't fight back and let the one they want to take be removed from the area. Generally, they will observe the individuals they're going to assault and determine who should or should not live in advance. The 'dangerous' ones are usually easy for them to spot.
Do they have a leader? Yes, he's called the "Prime" but it's ooc info. TBC in that sense, he's on Destati's hit list but even Destati doesn't know who/what/where he is right now.
How did they get here? They were chasing the 'last' of a pride. His name is Spectre; he managed to survive (somehow) and flee unnoticed. He is the last of a 'pure spirit' pride that was identified by them. With him not properly cleansed, their work is incomplete. Unfortunately, they will succeed.
Is Tethys Open for Breeding? Yes, yes he is. In terms of timeline and how these relationships will be reviewed, the lioness will be stress relief. There'll be no romance surrounding them, they'll be a pleasant distraction.
I believe he has an official wife plotted at the very end of his campaign at the moment so I'm leaving 'mate' closed for now.
Couple of things come with his breedings: I'd like some lionesses (e.g one from each) from nearby pride who permit outsiders to breed with them. Rogue offers are more than welcome, same timeline/canon applies. He won't keep his identity secret, the lionesses will know his name and where he comes from. The cubs will be acknowledged if they come to the Vikings. He will confirm they're his children. He'll continue to have open spots until I officially run out of RPs (lol), which shouldn't happen for a while!
Important OOC Stuff To avoid confusion and so has not to step on anyone's toes, I wanted to make certain things about this plot very clear: This is a Viking, it is not a Stormborn Pride plot no matter how big it might get/be. Because this is a Viking (just a really big one). the rules only apply to anyone following Tethys during this time. Once his plots are over all characters that encountered the band will have to re-evaluate how they might perceive the Vikings again because the Captains, Reavers and otherwise will all act as they please! If you don't mind your pride lands being used as a location for some hunting, can you please let me know? n_n If prides have not given explicit permission to be near them, then Tethys's plots won't go near them. Tethys's presence might be used in some minor Pridal metaplots (such as the Bahari) but this is pre-arranged. If you have other concerns please ask!
(If Feylin wants to borrow aspects of the plot she can, I just don't want to step on any toes while Tethys is doing his thing - throughout this whole thing the main pride will be completely safe and undisturbed! Tanakako can also get involved if she would like. n_n)
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 11:13 am
K, half the info isn't there because I'm not done RPing out all the details yet but you can post.
This still won't open until after I meet all the requirements for Captaincy though so bear with me if you want to participate!
Ooooh delicious plot twisted I'd love to throw some Stormborn at this ~
Svana - Daughter of the Reaver Munyu, she's a typical Stormborn. She hopes to gain some great scars from battle, and is very much not the Sweet Female type. She DARES any of the phantoms to come after her.
Valkyrie - Where so ever Svana goes, Valkyrie isn't far behind. While far gentler and kinder than Svana, Valkyrie is still a force to be reckoned with. She already bears a scar on her right flank, from a hunting accident while on her first Viking. She now seeks to make up for that.
Bjorn and Freyja - Captain Yu's twin children, they've been to the Bahari'mtoto lands - While the Viking band they'd been traveling with had stopped on their way by, they'd popped in out of curiosity to join the treasure hunting that was going on in the then-ruined jungle. They remember the pride as being hospitable... But also low on defenses.
And of course... I'm all to happy to have the phantoms bleed over into the Kizingo'zaa, if need be ~
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 12:02 pm
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Yassss you know I don't like being presumptious so I only put down what I knew I'd discussed with you Re: Mr. Plantness.
We can hit up some ideas for the Kizi whenever you have a free moment on AIM. xD
(Also I will absolutely hit all four of them up for RPs when I reach that stage, will be referring back to this thread to start PRPs/ORPs whenever Tethys is all good to go. x3 )
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Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 9:11 pm
-just dropping these here for visuals of some of the named characters- All my dudes are available for meet and greets. <3 8D
Posted: Fri Dec 16, 2016 6:36 am
I promise I'll make the place prettier when this finally opens. *Sage nod*
We're totes almost there now I've got Greenie playin Iloziya. xP
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Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2016 4:09 pm
/dumps all these guys here/
Aja has no interest in being a reaver but she'd be happy to come along as a healer of sorts.This is the sort of adventure Tollak lives for. Skall is all about justice so he's happy to come along as well.
Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2016 12:47 am
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Aja = She can get wind of when they're heading out to the Bahari as that's going to be one of the first stops! Means she's in a safer environment at first and can socialise with other healer peeps before it all kicks off. :3
Other two are just a plain "Yaassss", so as not to overwhelm everyone during Christmas I'll prolly start some of these RPs in the new year. xD
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Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2016 4:47 pm
This looks awesome. I'm looking forward to seeing how it plays out.
