Thousands of years have passed since humanity nearly wiped itself out. Time seems to have been set back to simpler ages, before the time of even guns and canons. Dark creatures have risen from the ashes of the old world, among them Vampires, who have seized power as dominant predators, Werewolves, who are matched only by the Vampires in power, and Witches who have come out of the woodworks to both help and hinder the other races, as well as the Humans who struggle to survive in this new world of darkness.

RACES/RANKS WITHIN RACES
VAMPIRES
Vampires are elegant, powerful, and dangerous. They are an ancient race that grew into power after the Human War ripped the earth apart, and are now the dominant predatory race. They are susceptible to things such as Holy Water, which will burn their skin and take some time to heal, Garlic, which can make them sick and/or naucious, fire, which will also burn them(duh), and can be harmed by weapons, but have a high healing rate, inhuman strength and speed(which varies depending on the specific Vampire and Vampire Family) and must drink Human Blood to survive. The best way to kill them is to harm them to the point that they are regenerating very slowly, sever their limbs and head from their bodies, and burn the pieces. Vampires are made when a Vampire drinks a Human's blood, and that Human, before dying or bleeding out, ingests in some way shape or form, the Vampire's blood. This can be accidental or on purpose. Vampires often suffer memory loss when they have just been turned, becaues by draining them of blood their Master has taken in their life force and memories. This is reversed when the Newborn drinks a small portion of it's master's blood. A Vampire master has little control beyond overall power over their offspring. They cannot reproduce sexually, and are also incapable of getting STDs. Vampires do retain souls when turned.

The Council of Vampire Elders(NPCs) - These are ancients who have been around since before the human war, who rose up to make sense and bring order to the new world. They do not tend to interfere with the other races, and tend only to make laws and handle severe emergencies within the Vampire community.
The Elder Noble Families(Playable) - These are Vampire familes that have been around for millenia, some since the founding of the new world order. They strive to keep order within their race and prevent them from wreking havoc.
Nobility(Playable) - These families think tend to develop God Complexes, they are old enough to be powerful, but young enough to be reckless and believe that they are better than all others, regardless of rank or race. They tend to rebel against the rules laid out by the Elders.
Craftsmen(Playable) - These are the Blacksmiths, the Carpenters, the Tailors, etcetera of the Vampire race. They are generally found in Vampire towns or traveling families or sometimes large family residences.
Commonfolk(Playable) - These are the average Vampires that make up towns and/or can be commonly found traveling.
Newborns(Playable) - These are the Vampires who have just been turned from Humans to Vampires. They are reckless, overly bloodthirsty, and extremely strong. Memory loss is common among Newborns, and these memories are often recovered through drinking a small portion of their "Master"'s blood.
Lost Ones(Playable) - These Vampires wander aimlessly, always seeming to be looking for something. They were left or abandoned by their Masters after being turned, and thus generally suffer permenant, or near permenant memory loss. They are rarely seen, as they often die without proper training as to how to survive.
The Forlorn(NPCs) - These are barely Vampires, as they have given in to their bloodlust, and become mindless beasts that attack anything with a heartbeat. They often used to be Lost Ones who could not learn to survive subtly and go mad from starvation.

WEREWOLVES
Werewolves are tough, and filled with explosive amounts of power, whether in humanoid or wolf form. Their fur is thick, skin tough, and they are almost entirely made of muscle. They generally operate on four legs, but are capable of maneuvering in a bipedal manner, though they will always be faster on four legs. Fur patterns are allways natural and can be of any kind of wolf. Their humanoid forms are strong as well, though not quite as strong as the wolf form, with tough skin, and once again, they are mostly muscle, ranging from lean to beefy. They often travel in packs, and are highly susceptible to Silver, and less so to other materials, regardless of what form they take. Werewolves also have regenerative powers and extensive lifespans.One is turned into a Werewolf if they are bitten and survive. Werewolves are capable of sexual reproduction, but only with other werewolves, and are impervious to STDs.

Werewolf Elders(NPCs) - Ancient Werewolves with full mastry of their abilities. They are often found as Pack leaders. Though more numerous than the Vampire Elders, they are usually not nearly as old, or youthful. They do not always transform at the full moon. These werewolves are also capable of mental communication when in wolf form.
Mature(Playable) - These are Werewolves that have good control, they can chose to shift forms, and to shift back when they've shifted intentionally. However they are still forced to transform during the full moon, though they remain concious throughout the transformation. They are sometimes found as leaders of newly formed Packs.
Adolescents(Playable) - These Werewolves are starting to get the hang of using their powers. They can sometimes choose to transform or transform back, but are often not concious during transformations and still lose control on occasion. They are forced to transform by the full moon and often are not concious during these transformations.
Young Werewolves(Playable) - These are the Werewolves who survived being turned, and are now beginning to try to sort out their new powers. They have little to no control over when they transform or their actions while transformed.
Newborns(Playable) - These are the Werewolves that have just been turned. They transform often and with no control, and when transformed think of nothing but killing and devouring. Many werewolves don't make it past this stage.

WITCHES
Witches are mysterious folk, living either alone, on the outskirts of society and/or in small, tightly knit Covens. Most of their kind are female, though male Warloks exist. Witches work mostly through herbs and potions made from nature, rather than working magic, though they are capable of the latter, ranging anywhere from simple protective spells to full out dark magic and wicked power, depending on the specific witch. Witch's power is a gift from nature to a chosen few, seemingly at random, though their offspring will always be gifted with such power. Some Witches go power-mad, however, and are swiftly dealt with by other Witches and Covens. The exact nature of a Witch's power is always mysterious and varies per individual and coven. Witches are capable of sexual reproduction, and are impervious to STDs. It is said, though, that they sometimes create offspring with magic, or are gifted children from nature's power.

Coven Leaders(NPCs) - Witches and Warloks in charge of Covens. They are usually old and very powerful, and have a strong connection with nature.
Witches/Warloks(Playable) - Found in Covens or alone, all Witches and Warloks are raised to respect their kin.
Witches/Warloks Children(Playable) - The sons and daughters of Witches and Warloks. They will inherent their parents magical talents without a doubt, but it is up to them whether to use those powers, or return them to nature. Once magic is returned to nature it cannot be recovered, save by a gift from nature in a time of great need.

HUMANS
Humans are the same as they always have been, stubborn, greedy, cowardly, and brave. They are trying now, to survive in a world or beings much stronger than they are.

Nobility(Playable) - The wealthy and leading citizens of Human society. They range anywhere from arrogant lords to kind Mayors and anywere in between. The only real certianity with Human Nobility is that they are Wealthy and hold Leadership positions.
Wealthy Members of Society(Playable) - They may not be nobility, but they tend to act like it and pretend they are. These are the wealthy families who are often seen with the Nobility.
Craftsmen(Playable) - These are the Blacksmiths, the Carpenters, the Tailors, etcetera, for humans.
Commonfolk(Playable) - Commoners found living in towns or traveling.
Peasants(Playable) - The poor and homeless of society. They are often preyed upon by traveling Vampires and mistreated by many of their fellow humans.
Vampire's Servants(Playable) - Some humans find it better to form agreements with the Vampires. They give their blood and serve the Vampire's whims, and in return the Vampires don't kill them and provide protection.

NON-PLAYABLE RACES
These are all races that are non-playable and also rarely seen, with the exception of the rather common Spirits.

SPIRITS
These are souls of the dead who remain behind for various reasons. Some are vengeful, some have unfinished business, and some simply do not wish to leave.
NYMPHS
Nymphs are playful forest and water spirits who often help or hinder travelers, depending on how they are treated. Sometimes in foresters one will find shrines where Nymphs live, and can leave offerings, to appease the creatures and make them more likely to help.
HELLHOUNDS
Hellhounds are vicious creatures who devour souls. Hellhounds prey both on living people and spirits. Seeing a Hellhound is a surefire that someone will die soon.
BANSHEES
Screaming spirits of women, Banshees are said to scare the life out of humans. Banshees are said to bring bad luck if you see them, and death to you or a loved one if heard.
MERFOLK
Merfolk are mysterious amphibious creatures that live in the lakes and rivers of the new world. Whether they only came into being after the war or were there all along is unknown. They live in palace-like underwater communities and have their own sequence of nobility and ranking. (If you speak to the moderator there is a chance that a Merfolk playable character is possible but this is very seldom and being a Merfolk will not make you a special snowflake, it is not an excuse to make a Mary Sue.)

MYTHICAL CREATURES
These are creatures whose existence is not guaranteed. Humans believe in them, though, and often attempt to appease them by leaving out milk or tossing coins over bridges.

FAE
Fae are mysterious creatures known for mischief. Humans often leave dishes of milk out to please the Fae and gain their favor. Witches are said to commune with Fae when speaking to nature, and revere them.
GOBLINS
Goblins are said to live in forests and under rocks, making the forest more dangerous than it already is.
TROLLS
Trolls are said to live under bridges. Humans will often pay a “toll” by tossing a few coins over the side of a bridge so as not to anger the Troll for use of its home.