THE PLOT


The year was A.D. 2012. The foreseen day, the twenty-first of the twelfth month, was no spiritual awakening. It was not an event that never happened, nor was it an explosion or evaporation of the Earth into the cosmos. No. That day and the months that followed can only be described as a nightmare that not even science could have predicted. Signs of troubles to come were there. Economic downturns across the planet had become depressions. Desperate countries erupted into civil war, and the more developed nations tested their weapons of mass destruction with increased frequency. That was until the remnants of our stability shattered...In an event that shook the world's foundations even more, two entities came forth, each claiming to be the true Redeemer of Souls. A great deal of the masses, disillusioned by what their "god" eventually turned out to be, joined the forces of a being that they have come to know only as "His Majesty." Still, many remained faithful to the "Sovereign," believing its goodness to be all that was promised spanning millennia of tradition. A select few have taken matters into their own hands, finding means to sign contracts with these deities granting unbelievable power...in exchange for a grave sacrifice. These souls are given a mark oft chosen to be hidden, The Contractor's Brand, for fear of being declared fanatics and outcast. In the middle of the struggle is the average man, those who have assumed neutrality in thinking themselves already dead. Among these are bringers of justice and injustice that threaten to alter the course of this "World War III." I tell you this as a soul clinging to his own life: may true salvation claim us someday.


And someday soon...

THE PLAYERS

"THE SOVEREIGN"


For thousands upon thousands of years, it has been called countless names. God, Allah, Yahweh, Brahman, Mother Earth, Father Time, even intelligent design. The diviner and creator of all has made itself known, wishing to declare its age of dominion with the help of its children on Earth. It has saddened this benevolent being that many of its children have turned away from its plan in favor of false idols, an evil force that only misconstrues The Sovereign's teachings to create an army, promising milk and honey that is nothing but smoke and mirrors to entice the masses. This sacrilege shall not go unpunished. Now is the time to begin a renaissance with the embodiment of its love and desire, seen in the hearts and minds of its followers now unified under one banner.

"HIS/HER MAJESTY"


The Dark Lord, the Prince of Darkness, Satan the Deceiver, Sin and evil incarnate: such things this deity has been branded as. Most are told that the Sovereign created this malevolent creature which humanity turned its back on, for they saw that it was evil. But this being is misunderstood. It has seen the errors, hypocrisy, and misguiding teachings that the Sovereign has instilled within its followers generation and generation again. Such an entity has no right to declare itself as the Redeemer or the Creator of All in the scrolls, while this being that will create an era of true equality is called evil. The throne of dominion should belong to it, and already at least half of the world's population believes this. Now it has amassed an army capable of destroying the force of "good" and revealing it for the farce that it is.

THE HOLY GUARD


The Sovereign's personal protection force and gods in their own right. Doubly blessed by the Sovereign with wits and unparalleled combat prowess, it is their duty to protect their lord and offer contracts to the faithful.


Available Spots: 4

THE THREE PILLARS


His Majesty's personal protection force. Serve the same purpose as the Holy Guard.


Available Spots: 3


THE HEROES


The scars of war have become too gruesome for you to sit down and take. Everywhere you go, death has clouded your vision. There's no walking without bumping into a corpse or a ravaged building. Members of your family may be dying at this very minute. You can't possibly be the only one that feels like this. Though you may feel helpless or weak in the face of such suffering, you know that this is what you have to do. Even if you have to dedicate every fiber of your being to seeing peace in this world, even if you die in the process, you just want to be able to say that you tried. There will be no more self-pity and despair. It's time to make a difference. Now you take up arms against whatever is getting in the way of your happiness, and the happiness of the world at large.


Spots Available: Unlimited

THE ORDER OF THE CITADEL


The ways of war have become so violent that even mortal enemies have banded together to combat the evil that the False Prince promotes. The Vatican in Rome, once famed for being a Catholic sanctum, has become a ground for citizens of all creeds that feel that their end is near, praying to the god that they wish to see on Judgement Day. But they are wrong. Though the battle is costly and bloody, your Sovereign will see its day. That is your job as one of the Seven of the Order, having convened from all corners of the globe in order to lead this war. The people adore you and will do anything to make your mutual dreams come true, and for the sake of humanity you must not let them down. Many, however, call you all selfish and money-hungry, claiming that you only tote the Sovereign's good name for political advancement. This is not so! It's those damned ragamuffins making a mockery of the Sovereign's holy name that you wish to unmask, parading around as Heroes. You were the ones chosen to do the Sovereign's task, and thus you shall not falter. It is only a matter of time before all the world sees and admires your good intentions.


Spots Available: 7

CHEVALIER-12


You thrive in the underworld of the cities. The hatred that opens the eyes of the "Sovereign's" sheep, bringing them closer and closer to your side, to the truth, feeds you and your intentions. You and your allies, headed by your enigmatic leader, rule the 12 most powerful countries in the world from the shadows. It's not like any government has the wits, or the gall, to oppose you. So what if your opposition relies on blind faith? The world is changing, and people grow tired of the sham that claims to be the Sovereign, when it only wishes to torture and kill those that oppose its dogma. C-0, the emissary of the true God, His Majesty the King, will lead you to salvation. You are the Chevaliers, the "knights" of this noble king, even if at times you curse your peers. Working with them is a small price to pay for global salvation.

Ascending Order of Countries in Power:

0- None (Chevalier 0, C-0)

1- United States (Chevalier 1, C-1) -

2- Japan (Chevalier 2, C-2) -

3- Germany (Chevalier 3, C-3)

4- United Kingdom (Chevalier 4, C-4)

5- France (Chevalier 5, C-5)

6- Italy (Chevalier 6, C-6) -

7- China (Chevalier 7, C-7) -

8- Canada (Chevalier 8, C-8)

9- Spain(Chevalier 9, C-9)

10- Mexico (Chevalier 10, C-10) -

11- Korea (Chevalier 11, C-11)

12- Netherlands (Chevalier 12, C-12)


Spots Available: 13

THE FOLLOWERS


The army of those faithful to His Majesty. Their purpose is to either serve on the front lines or to serve as direct subordinates to the Chevaliers.


Spots Available: Unlimited

THE CIVILIANS


The neutral civilians that want no part in this war. They only want their old lives back and struggle to live day by day in this new world.


Spots Available: Unlimited

Note: Each Chevalier can have one underling (exceptional Followers) to succeed then in the event of his/her death.

Optional Profile Template (add or don't add what you see fit)

Name:
Age:
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Alignment/Position (if it applies):
DOB (the current year is 2013):
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Weight:
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Contract? (yes or no question):
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History:

1. Feel free to be creative with the settings and subplots of the story, so long as they're logical (I wouldn't expect green aliens to suddenly launch an invasion).

2. Most species are permitted within reason, but must have a contract if they are not human (eg. a vampire's price to pay can be fulfilled by just being a vampire).

3. The goal of the RP is deicide. Either the Citadel or Heroes must eradicate C-12, the Pillars, and His Majesty, or the latter must destroy their enemies.

4. The story begins on 12/21/2013.

5. Both the deities and their guards are NPCS for the time-being. But someone could elect to RP as/reserve said parties for later on.

6. Multiple characters are permitted, with a maximum of 1 per faction.

7. More a request than a rule. If the alignment ratio is severely lopsided or a section in need of members, please feel free to contribute.

8. All forms of communication (e-mail, cell phone) and transportation are permitted since there's so many locations.

9. No cap or minimum on word count, but legibility is a must. Please no text talk.

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