Introduction
"Just a few injections of Xenaphrin and you'll be looking younger and feeling stronger."
"Immortal Medical Corporation: Helping you feel immortal."
A lot of white text at the bottom. Patent pending, ask your doctor, Tests so far proven once a day Xenaphrin for x days yields longer living cells yadda yadda.
You turn off the TV. No doubt it would be a long day at work tomorrow. The advertisement bugs you, though. You can't decide if it's a miracle or a curse.... people living so much longer than before.
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It was amazing what science could do. People were already finding ways of making you live longer... of course, not without controversy. The news talked about it at length. The testing hadn't gone very far but the Immortal Medical Corporation had already been lauded by the science community and attacked by the religious, and somehow had the funds for a huge advertising campaign. Before this, the Immortal Medical Corporation, based out of Woodvale, did little more than extra-strength wrinkle creams and lotions that soud well. However, testing was starting to come to the point where humans could be safely injected with Xenaphrin. Testing would begin soon, and IM could get an iron grip on the latest medical trends, and of course, be massively rich.
Or at least, that was the plan.
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June 23, 2017
Woodvale, a city in an undisclosed location within the United Kingdom.
Suburb: Industrial Park
Who: Dr. Walter Barrecks, Biochemist
Early signs of complications developed on the Xenaphrin project. Of course he was told to ignore anything minor such as mutations, as they would of course be present in the finished product. Testing continued, and few things went wrong with the mice. Old mice seemed more energetic after a few day's time, and even seemed to have a healthier coat. The younger mice stayed in their prime longer. One of the few issues was that the mice continued to function until their brains were shut down.
They'd work it out - humans when they died didn't seem to have the same brain activity left over. Eventually it came down to the big day. A very willing man named Harold Daniels was in debt after a particularly bad streak in a bad streak of casino trips. He drank and was looking a good ten years older than he really was. He was scheduled to get a test injection of Xenaphrin at the main lab of the Immortal Medical Corporation on June 23.
Attending the testing would be Walter Barrecks, a genius scientist who had done the backbone of the research but had been given zero recognition outside of the company due to his terrible work habits.
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2. Literate posts of at least 5 sentences.
3. Follow the character sheet when submitting.
4. Don't have a super epic character. No way would you have a sniper rifle, a desert eagle, an rpg, and a submachine gun. One weapon for your character that would be realistic to their job, unless military.
5. Civilian characters are harder to play as, but can be more rewarding. I'll show you respect for choosing hard mode.
6. Absolutely no OOC in the In Character posting. Thank you!
7. Romance is perfectly fine. No explicit sexual actions.
8. Vulgar language is suitable. This is a motherfucking zombie outbreak. People are going to be opening the dictionaries for new swears. That's how much shit everyone's in.
Name:
Occupation: See list below.
Description: including height, build, eyes, hair, skin, and distinguishing features.
Weapon skills/Fighting Styles/Skills:
Personal Strengths:
Personal Weaknesses:
Current Equipment:
Stats: 36 stat points to be doled out. 6 is an average civilian. 10 is inhuman, 1 is horrible horrible horrible.
STRENGTH: Character's ability to lug items around, and physical actions such as melee and escaping from a fight.
ENDURANCE: Character's ability to withstand damage, and ability to withstand sleep and infections.
AGILITY: Character's nimbleness, speed, and ability to dodge attacks.
DEXTERITY: Character's ability to hit a target, as well as their kinesthetic sense. This is important especially to those using ranged weapons.
INTELLECT: Character's intelligence ability. A person with an intellect of 3 or less wouldn't be able to speak properly, where as a 10 would mean an IQ of over 210.
JUDGEMENT: Character's ability to make rational decisions when dealing with enemies, zombies, and keep their cool.
Military: Soldier/Medic - Bonus to dealing with combat situations. They've probably had experience with fighting.
Police: Bonus to dealing with people. These people need to deal with criminals every day.
Fire Fighter: Bonus to endurance. These people wear a lot of gear when all suited up.
Wrestler/Boxer/Fighter: Bonus to melee fighting. They're trained to get up close and beat the shite out of things, whether it be through brute force or well place punches.
Doctor/Nurse/Surgeon etc: Bonus to dealing with wounds and sick people. Can patch up a cut like nobody's business.
Civilian - Specify: Bonus to finding useful equipment inside of buildings like houses and department stores.
Immortal Medical Scientist/Lab Assistant/Mercenary: Scientists can tell who is infected and have a deeper understanding of the zombies early on. Mercenaries know from experience that they must be shot in the head from the get go.
Keep it balanced. For every strength, you must have some sort of legitimate weakness to counteract it. I don't expect you to keep track of your ammo. Just remember. If you go guns ablazing, plan on running out. Also, your character should have skills related to their occupation. A boxer would probably have great stamina and strength, but perhaps could be balanced by having a hard time keeping his temper down and is a bit unintelligent. No one is a zombie expert besides scientists who had something to do with Xenaphrin.
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Places in Immortal Medical: Chronicles - A Retelling
15 postsWoodvale, UK
The city of Woodvale. Pre Infection Pop: 250,000
3 postsDowntown
Downtown. Zombie Central, Woodvale. Strip malls and small stores are everywhere. Not a safe place, but plenty of resources are to be found. Not a literal burb, just the center of the city.
8 postsBusiness District
Northwest end of town. The business district. The main IM lab is located here, as well as corporate offices. Not much other than offices and workplaces, except for a coffee shop or fast food here and there.
0 postsSuburb of Dulstside
In the northern east most part of the town. Chaffey Lane Police Department is located here, and Mikhos' apartment is also located here. Lower zombie population due to the recession having many places vacant and for sale.
2 postsSuburb of Goffstown
Located on the South East end of town. The upper middle class area of the city. Home of Goffstown Fire Department, Franklin Military Base, and St. Jules' Christian Academy.
0 postsSuburb of Whispenville
Southwest end of town. Whispenville, a once booming part of town, now has Woodvale Correctional Facility, it's own police department, Harrels PD, and Daniel's Health Clinic. Rumor is that an IM lab is also hidden somewhere in this slummy suburb.
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"The scientists, Dr. Burkehart and the man who created Xenaphrin, Dr. Barrecks, will be in here to explain shortly."
A nice apartment, 40 thousand pounds.... this was the life. All he needed to do was get a few injections every few days, and he might just end up a pretty happy man.
Lady luck smiled on him this time, for sure.
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Walter wasn't joking, he would rather be sober right now, he had to do the first injection. His colleague might report him for sloppy work. Or possibly the bottle of Jack in his hand. Taking a swig, he ditched it in the trash and opened the door to the lab, giving gestures to the female technicians. Reading a clipboard in his left, he tried to fake a bullshit smile. His boss was real big on making these idiots happy.
"Well hello Mr. Jefferson, I see you're nice and healthy today. Appears you signed up for our supremo package, lovely deal, comes with free fish and chips. I'm told I have to ask if you wish to step down, but I have a feeling for the price you're getting, that's a no. Speak now if you don't want this needle. Xenaphrin may have several unforeseen and possibly negative side effects. Some seen in the rats included increased rage, slight necrosis, breathing irregularitie- you're not listening. With any luck, you'll injection will prove Xenaphrin effective at it's task. Tell us if anything feels weird in the next 24 hours." Walter had injected the man with the sample, taking the needle out.
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DINGDINGDINGDINGDING! was what they heard as they jumped on their seats. "Come on guys, there is fire!" one of them excitedly said as all of them goes, "WhoooOoo!". Surely it was a break for being in a boring day, although it was a pain to have fire, to the firemen of this town, it was a sort of adventure. All of them got on their fire gear, Gasmask, jacket and helmets, as they slid down the pole.
"It's my turn to drive punks," Kyle said as he climbed on to the truck and push the siren button. "Everyone know their assignments?" he asked as they went inside the truck. "ladder", "Controller", "Hose" , "Hose", they each answered. "And I'll control the pressure," he said and shout, "WhooooooOo!" as they exited the station and went down the road.
"Pepays Diner," the radio said, " in the SUBURB OF GOFFSTOWN, I think your near enough to see the smoke". One of them looked out and saw it, "Woah, what happened there? Over". "I don't know, the report said a blown LPG tank in one of it's stoves, over". "Oh, well, we'll get on to it then, Over and out," Kyle said, driving pass parked cars.
After a few turns they finally stopped at what seems your typical burning place. "Come on, let's go go go!" Kyle said exiting the vehicle and gave the hosers their hoses, "Let's kill that fire....".
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"It's expected." Dr. Burkehart said. "You should be feeling brand new in just a few hours. You're a lucky man, Frank." Burkehart pondered if there was anything more to say, stroking his walrus mustache. "Just remember the Non-Disclosure Agreement and the other waivers. What happens here stays here. You are not to tell any family what we're doing. This is top secret research that our competitors would literally kill for. Hence the security."
Burkehart got up to leave. He glanced at Dr. Barrecks before leaving. He couldn't stand that guy, but damn he did his job well. "Time for a piss." He said out loud to no one.
Frank went over to the fridge. He opened it and grabbed a nice bottle of vintage zinfandel.
"Ah, this is some fancy stuff! Care to celebrate? I'm no longer in debt and am going to be healthier than I ever was. Sod exercise and a healthy diet, I've got the Immortal Medical Corporation!" Frank was ecstatic. He could feel himself flushing, but he didn't care.
Oh bugger this! I forgot my diabeetus medication at home! How in the hell am I supposed to go home and get it now? I've told everyone about this already.... I'd lose the forty grand for violating the NDA. Shit shit shit. I need to get out of here somehow and get back.
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"Well, take care. I've gotta attend to a girl in my office. Says she wants an internship. All about it." He walked away, winking to the test subject. Nothing like this ever occurred to him in college, he thought he would be making biological weapons until the end of time.
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''You know you shouldn't do that..'' He smirked as he puffed on a fag.
KT sighed, rolling her eyes. ''Yeah, but you shouldn't be smokin, bad for your lungs. Die quicker, run slower...''
She said as she licked her fingers and put them on the fag, she smirked as it went out and he groaned.
''Look, KT....you know you should take a break....you take this job to seriously, your lossing sleep for gods sake!''
He said conserned. KT looked away. She was not sleeping well.
''I am fine, you just worry about yourself, now. I got to go...before I am late...there is a new test subject, should be there with the other guard, he probanly have a go again..'' She sighed out.
The other security guard laughed and nudged her. ''Come on now, you get out og here kid.'' He smiled.
She nodded and she jogged away.
As she got to the Observation room she smiled to Walter. ''Hey, how are you?'' She said as she when to her post and awaited a answer.
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Kyle stretched his back as he yawned off camera. The news crew were just talking about and the others just seem to be leaving. "Come on guys, let's leave, let the police handle this," he yelled at the others and walked to the truck. He climbed to the drivers seat and started it up as he waited for the others. "Have we re-secured the ladders and hoses?" he asked them as he looked back at them. "Pretty much," one of them said preparing for a ride back to the boring station.
((I'll pretty much not post much, nothing much of importance for now anyways. I guess I'll post to update on where my character is))
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"Gutan tag, KT. Back to ask me on a date? Schedule's full, especially with that intern." He poured out a shot of Jameson for her, half expecting she wouldn't drink it.
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He stood up from his post, motioning KT to follow him. "We're going to check on him, would you mind?"
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"Orderly?" He asked into the microphone. "I need some fresh air. You know, smoke a stogie, that kinda thing."
"Sure, sir." The intern said, not really paying attention. "Just be back in five minutes. You know how it is. Don't move further than 10 feet from the building."
"Yeah, yeah, sugartits. I'll be back faster than you can use the loo." He smiled. Frank always admired how clever he was.
With a fast walk to the outside, he had one of his too expensive cuban cigars in his mouth. He smoked for three minutes before dashing out of sight and getting into his car. It might have been a stupid idea, but he left a spare key inside a hidden pocket on the seat - just for this kind of occasion where someone else has his keys.
He was out of the parking lot and at his own house for just a second. He wheezed as he got to the top of the stairs, and got his medication, not stopping to take it. He could do that when he got back, he decided, because he was going to be in deep shit no matter what he did. Oh god, oh god this is one big clusterfuck.....
On his way down the stairs again, he ran into the old eastern European cleaning lady for his neighbor, letting herself out. She was a good three inches taller than him and wasn't shy in the slightest.
"Frank, I thought you was on vacation in Bermuda?" Nadia asked. "If I were you, I wouldn't waste my vacation at home. You will worry everyone if you are home. Chester is not at home, perhaps you'd like a drink? He would not mind, the rich bastard."
Oh motherfucking shit. Nadya is hitting on me again.
"Nadya, no, I'm in a hurry." Frank was getting annoyed. Of all the goddamn times he could run into the old woman it was now. He tried to brush past her
"Nonsense, Frank. You always have time for a drink. Zat is what you would tell me." She winked, not getting the point, as she went to block him.
"No!" Frank grunted, red hot anger creeping up his neck.
"Well then, a kiss for the road? You can do that at least." She leaned in towards him and all she could feel next was a sharp bite on the lip, drawing blood. As she fell back, shocked, and scared, Frank left like a bat out of hell.
"Oi..... zat man needs keesing lessons." Nadya said to herself meekly. "A fiery old british fellow."
As Frank drove in a mad panic back to the Lab, he could feel his blood pressure raising even more. What the hell was happening to him? As he pulled into the Lab parking lot, he checked his cell phone, which he had turned off until now. He had been gone 20 minutes. No doubt they'd have security all over him when he got back, but at least he had his medication and wouldn't die or lose the forty grand. Everything was alright. He'd treat Nadya to a spa or something when he got the money as a peace offering. He didn't dislike the woman, he just didn't want to be friends with benefits. She was older, bigger, and all in all a bit scary.
Frank got out of the car, door slamming wetly in the evening rain. He crossed his fingers and hoped luck would be on his side again.
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When he reached the lobby of the facility, he saw the man coming in. "I vill fucking kill you, vhere did you go?!" He had the man by the shirt, grabbing tightly.
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"I had to smoke a cigar, that's all. I got a bit antsy so I walked around the building a couple times. Not my fault you have lazy security, right? If I walk around, it helps my circulation. I have diabetes and it helps keep the blood pumping. Speaking of, I need to take my insulin...... couldja let me go?" Frank's mind was racing everywhere at once. Did he make sense? He sounded like he made sense.
He was fine. Smooth talkin' Frank totally smooth talked his way out of another sticky situation.
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Mikhos did a quick U Turn in a parking lot, turning around and heading back from the edge of town towards Downtown. It was Saturday evening and the highschoolers would no doubt be testing their limits around the mall zone. "Hey guys, let's go 40 miles over the speed limit in a parking lot! That's what cool kids do!"
Mikhos smirked. It was only several years ago he was doing the same thing, though. He turned on his car stereo and tuned into some ska, something upbeat to keep the worst night of the week from getting on his nerves.
Few could tell the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer was converted into a police car. It wasn't a standard vehicle, and the detective didn't mind. He was probably the last guy you'd expect to be a cop. It even surprised himself when all of a sudden he had enrolled himself into the police academy.
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He took a moment to look out of the one open garage door as a car speeded in through the entrance to the compound. There was definitely something big going on over there. You could feel it in the air. And see it in all the increased security around the building. He just hoped it wasn't going to ruin his day, particularly if the rabid media began to congregate, which would inevitably bring protesters, and that, in turn, would probably see some damage to his property, as it had last time. Whatever they were doing there, he hoped it was worth the potential trouble.
With a sigh he turned back to the Ford, dropped onto his trolley and rolled underneath it. A hand reached out from under the car, patted around a bit, and then grabbed hold of a large wrench. There ensued a lot of loud clanging, and then something fell to the floor and Sam cursed. The bloody exhaust had fallen off, this was going to be a bigger job than he'd first thought. Maybe there was some money in it after all...
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"Sweet," he said and got 5 cans and placed them on the empty cart. It was his habit to not make a list and just go to the grocery store. It gives him confidence that he knows what he needs, that and he just goes to every single Aisle looking left to right then right to left. "Bread, need that," he said putting a plastic full of sliced loaf bread in the car, "Ooh, chocolate," he said putting a small bar of Hershey.
After a few minutes, he pushed his cart to the counter and looked at the cashier, who is some blonde girl with braces. "Hello," he said smiling and placed the eggs first on the counter for the girl to get and scan. "So, have you heard of Immortal Medical's new medicine?" she asked him as she scanned the items he was putting on the counter. "Actually no, but I heard it can cure cancer," the bag boy said who just arrived, "Yep that is another money maker". Kyle just kept to his own business putting the items on the counter.
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It reached out, open mouthed to take a bite out of the guard. Walter threw the weight of his body into whatever Jefferson had become, slamming into his midsection. He felt teeth jutting into his lab coat, but they didn't piece the cloth. It fell to the ground, and Walter stuck a foot on Jefferson's neck. "I think he's exhibiting the same rage features as the mice, one vas found eating it's companions..." He was shocked enough to gain his accent again, ordering KT to cuff the man and bring him to observation. "Make sure he doesn't come into contact vith anyvone until ve know vhat's wrong." He was already in shock, taking a swing of a flask from his pocket.
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As the humans for just a second forgot about him, he was able to remove the gag. Nearby, something smelled fleshy in another room...... as he pushed open a door and stumbled inside, he saw the interning orderly from before. She had been texting obliviously the entire time, and sustenance was needed if the Xenophagus were to thrive.
Munch.
'EEEEEeeeeeeeekkkkaaaaghhhh!" The twenty-something shrieked as she was bitten on the neck.... a spot with plenty of blood and just a short trip to the brain..... she was a zombie, now. Frank looked to greener pastures. As he clawed his way back out of the room, security had regrouped and surrounded them.
"Doctor Barrecks, requesting orders!" A lean merc asked, black kevlar mesh armor creaking as he turned and attempted to get a straight order. "Do we terminate the two hostiles or not, sir?!"
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Re: [OOC] Immortal Medical: Chronicles - A Retelling
You could keep his DEX low, of course. He just wouldn't be the most aware person in the world, and that's fine, after all .
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is NOT something that gets you a lot of DEX.
you choose the character and how to play it
Can I get approved in that case? I'm itching to write
EDIT: Sorry, I'm dropping out. Noones active except KT, and the creator isnt present for days.
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Deathclaws wrote:I kinda did that on purpose for the reason you just mentioned. Insanely tired, very clumsy, easily killed, that sort of thing. Might jump off a roof and cling to the edge with a few fingers, muttering swears to himself.
Zombie Apocalypse WITHOUT comedic relief? Inconceivable
But if I were to deduct a point or two in judgement and add those to DEX, would that be fine? My problem is that I want him to be a terrible shot, and that doesnt go well with low DEX.
And freerunner? Are you refering to his style in battle, or someone who doesnt currently belong to the group and has yet to join?
By freerunner I mean an agile character who's main means of travel and fighting is running, jumping and generally being acrobatic to stay alive, and is frail etc.
You could keep his DEX low, of course. He just wouldn't be the most aware person in the world, and that's fine, after all - you choose the character and how to play it.
And Faithy - please just read all the posts before yours next time. You'll actually know what's going on.
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I know fail, sorry again.
I will now do a new post and stuffs
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Zombie Apocalypse WITHOUT comedic relief? Inconceivable
But if I were to deduct a point or two in judgement and add those to DEX, would that be fine? My problem is that I want him to be a terrible shot, and that doesnt go well with low DEX.
And freerunner? Are you refering to his style in battle, or someone who doesnt currently belong to the group and has yet to join?
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I'll review your application ASAP.
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I've reviewed your character, and haven't rejected or accepted you yet.
Thinks I'd like changed:
For someone with a very high AGI, you might want to increase your DEX, as someone as agile as your character would need the spacial sense not to backflip out of the way of an attack and over the edge of a building.
Otherwise I see no issue with your character except we already have a "Freerunner" style character, but of course that's your choice to play the role.
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Also, Faithy, second warning for your post several days ago for completely interfering with the storyline. You did a completely impossible action and NOT to mention godmodded Walter again.
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Edit: It appears a colleague has borrowed my camera and taken it with him to rome. Expect the pic to be up within 48 hours. I'll go and prepare my post
Edit2: Submitted
Edit3: I realized the history part doesnt quite fit his strengths and weaknesses. Note that apart from being fast and jumpy, he really doesnt have any skills xD
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Damn I imagined it being suspenseful and loudish, then a silent... munch xD
5 stars my friend, 5 stars
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Also, a map for the city has been added on the main page for the RP.
Keep up the good work so far guys :D
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Let's get this shooooow on the rooooad!
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Done it with your CS so yeah
That Army guy just made me lazy to redo so I'll go with A firefighter now =w=






