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Interest Check: Batman RP

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Interest Check: Batman RP

Tips: 0.00 INK Postby Seveneleven on Tue Nov 05, 2013 2:51 am

Hello readers! Anyway I've had this idea for a Batman RP. It basically takes place during the first year of Bruce being the Batman. It begins from when he returned home from his sojourn around the world. Goes through a timeskip of Bruce developing his first batsuit and first few gadgets, then going out into Gotham. There is a prologue type of sequence in the beginning just to establish some of the most important characters to this story.

We will be using canon characters of course. Though the story is very different. I haven't read Year One or watched the animated film based on it. So if there's similarities well it's coincidental. I have quite a bit of the RP made up and could post it. But I wanted to see if there would be any initial interest at all, before I did anything.. So shoot me a post if you would be interested in such a RP. It will help me determine if I should go through with this idea or not. Also if you have any questions about the RP, I will try to answer them to the best of my ability. Thanks in advance! :)


Edit: I posted my introduction. Sort of a rough draft. Leads up to the prologue and sets up the first few interactions in a period before he becomes the Batman. Thought it would be interesting.
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Re: Interest Check: Batman RP

Tips: 0.00 INK Postby Seveneleven on Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:20 pm

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Gotham City, a sprawling metropolis, created upon the blood, sweat, and tears of millions. A city, whose majesty is clouded by looming dread, and visible decay. A city so dark and dreary, one wonders if the sun shines dimmer here. A city so crime ridden, it's be hailed as the "Worst City in the World". Who would live here you ask? Well besides the social dregs there are few virtuous people. Some considered stubborn, to hold on to the fleeting hope that this city can become fair. None more so than The Waynes.

Who are the Waynes? Well, they are one of the most richest and influential families to ever live in the city. While it is true, most families of means in this city are just as corrupt as the man on the streets. Though the Waynes are peculiar. They have a strong sense of morality, conscience, something the city is desperately deprived of. Patriarch and Matriarch, Thomas and Martha Wayne, the last line between social order and chaos. While it may seem extreme, it isn't too far from the truth. Their generous nature have kept programs and jobs in place. To help keep the common man out of trouble and put food on his table.
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Wayne Enterprises, the very business serves as beacon of hope. Telling tales of a better future beyond this decay. This Multibillion, Multinational corporation is perhaps one of the few honest establishments left. Like all corporations, it does suffer from the greedy and apathetic. Though with the Waynes still in power it hasn't fallen to low standards. Not like competing Gothcorp or Daggett Industries. Though their continuous acts of charity have annoyed some of the board. Especially since neither Thomas or Martha actually work at their own business. Thomas instead is a brilliant surgeon. A great doctor who devoted his time to helping the sick and injured. Martha was a socialite and housewife. She attended the many galas and balls held in high society. Many even hosted by them.

What was most noble about them, was their dedication to a belief. Despite the rest of Gotham surrendering, they would not. Their dedication was both inspiring and strange. Many believe Gotham isn't worth the effort. Especially since the Waynes could easily back out. But one thing Thomas was known for was persistence. Though despite all they have done for city that was, less than grateful, what would happen to them came as a shock. Though none would be more shooken than Bruce Wayne, the son of Thomas and Martha. Bruce was once a happy boy. He lived a life most could only dream of. Though despite being born into wealth, Thomas and Martha, instilled within him values. To appreciate what he has and to understand to care for the less fortunate. To never take for granted what he has. While remaining just and noble, to be humble as well. Suffice to say, Bruce didn't grow up to be a spoiled child.


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One day when he was out playing he fell down a fissure. Leading to a dark cave. Scared he quickly made movements to escape, while unwittingly startling nearby bats. The flew about him in a frenzy. All in a bid to escape. The Bats seemed to have attacked him out of fear. Only making the young Bruce even more fearful. Thomas however, would come to his son's aid. From that point Bruce developed a phobia of Bats. Later to help cheer Bruce up, Thomas decides they should all go see a movie. That night the new Zorro flick opened at the Monarch Theatre. Zorro has always been a personal favorite of Thomas. Even dressing up like him during a Halloween Ball one time. His like was equally shared by Bruce who quickly agreed. They left and what would happen next, would change the young boy's life forever.


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The Monarch Theatre. While once a prime location for the latest in entertainment. Would be come a metaphorical tombstone for the Wayne Family. It would be in a nearby alley, that a grievous act would be committed. One that will change the very future of Gotham forever. On their way home from the movie, the family would be threatened into a nearby alley at gunpoint. The mugger, Joe Chill. Chill was after wallets, jewelry, anything of value. Slowly and calmly, Thomas handed the man his wallet and wedding ring. While remaining calm the man valiantly tried to calm the situation down. To help connect and dissuade this man from doing what he's prepared to do.

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Though the mugger got over zealous and went to grab Martha's pearls. In rush to defend his wife. The couple were shot right before the eyes of a young boy. Chill then proceeding to loot their corpses taking the pearls and running off before the authorities arrived. Bruce looked upon the bloody and dying bodies of his parents. He was stunned, scared, and most of all sad. The young boy cried as he fell to his knees and looked upon his family. What life is there to be had now. He was now an orphan.
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From that moment something changed in Bruce. There was lingering guilt...some how he felt responsible for the deaths of his parents. Though soon that guilt will turn into rage. Rage over what happened here. How crime took his life away and how nobody seemed to care. The murderer escaped with his prize and even after being apprehended. He only served some time in prison. Hardly the fit punishment Bruce wished. After their deaths, Bruce was raised by the family butler, Alfred Pennyworth. Who became his legal guardian after the Wayne's funeral.

(Bruce at the Funeral)
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Growing up was difficult afterwards. Bruce was always melancholy after the deaths of his parents. Rarely making any friends, or even making contact with his peers for that matter. He lived his life in a daze. Lost in his shell of guilt, and depression. Though his mood would soon change as he entered his teens. Bruce was soon accustomed to getting into fights. For the most part he had a strong sense of right and wrong. When he saw schoolyard bullies tormenting others...Bruce more than often snaps. This gets him into many brawls trying to save those being victimized.

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This has earned him much trouble. Often being punished for him doing the right thing. He became an angry youth and responded badly to authority. Frustrations is what the young Bruce Wayne had to deal with. The friends he did have, he distanced himself from. Making them very worried about Bruce. Especially Julie, daughter of business man Norman Madison. A very good friend to the late Waynes. Shared in her worries was young Harvey Dent. Who befriended Bruce during High School. Though despite his best friend's concern, Bruce pushed them away in search for something more.

Even Alfred's concerns were rejected by the angry Bruce. Who more often than not, tried to be stern with him. Though his parental mannerisms just worsened Bruce's attitude. Even snapping at him, shouting that he's nothing like his father. When Bruce came of age, he mysteriously ran away from Gotham. He was determined to travel around the world. Searching for something. Soon his journey of self-discovery began. He traveled across the world, as he sought to learn many things. Most of all the Criminal Underworld. He soon partook in criminal activities around globe. To gain an understanding of the criminal element. Though he understood more of the reasoning, the tools he needed to fight it were beyond him.

(Young Bruce Apprehended)
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After being detained and tossed into a jail cell, Bruce learned quickly he need to know how to fight. Not just fight but fight multiple attackers. Criminals like to ambush people with numbers if they have them. Ruthlessly beating their victims then stealing from them. Bruce was a victim of these pummelings during his time in jail abroad. He was released some months later. Then he went to apply what he learned to catching these criminals. His first destination led him to France where he met Henri Ducard. A famous man hunter who taught Bruce his skills. One of which included Parkour or free-running. He taught Bruce how to find and hunt down criminals. To be come a predator to the predatory. Though he had a falling out when Ducard killed a criminal. Already showing Bruce's aversion to killing even before becoming a vigilante.

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Soon his journeys would lead him into the Orient. From here Bruce studied many disciplines of martial arts. Virtually mastering each and every one. Though his greatest teacher would be the old shinobi Kirigi. Who taught him the ways of the Shinobi. To be silent, stealthy, and untraceable. To become one with the shadows and use them to your advantage. He trained with other shinobi as well. His training lead him to various other places around the world. Such as Africa, India, and Nepal. Though he had developed quite a physical skill set, it was not enough. His mind had to be as fit as his body. He needed to get inside the head of a criminal, if he hopes to change anything.

He spent many years developing his mind. Learning criminology, engineering, forensics, chemistry, geometry, and investigative techniques. It was after his studies Bruce finally returned home, as a young man. He contacted Alfred immediately. Much to Alfred's surprise and joy, he was glad to have him home safe and sound. For at least a little while.


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Despite having all of the tools, something more was required. Though Bruce could not place his finger on it. Much to Alfred's dismay, Bruce was intent on ridding crime in Gotham. Alfred did not understand Bruce's obsession to fighting crime physically. He doesn't see why he can't help indirectly. Through charity and philanthropy like his parents. Though Bruce was dead set, that the only way to change is to take the fight to them directly. Alfred worried about the implications and danger of such a pursuit. Though Bruce would not be dissuaded.

Understanding the futility of his protests, Alfred reluctantly agreed to help Bruce. Coming home, Bruce tapped into his resources. Calling upon the help of one Lucius Fox, one of the few people in his parent's company he trusts. To help supply him with some of Wayne Enterprises surveillance and military equipment. Next came the need for a base of operations. Originally Bruce wanted things set up in the Manor. Though Alfred adamantly refused to have the home cluttered with all of these contraptions. Bruce then reconsidered. It was a distant memory of his childhood that came to mind. There was a cave underground somewhere on the estate. Bruce was determined to find it.

Bruce eventually found this cave. Though that was not the only thing he would rediscover. The Bats returned as they were startled by his sudden intrusion. This time however he would not be frightened. The bats harmlessly swarmed about him as they leaved him be. He found all that he needed to find. Bruce would set up his equipment down in the caves. Piecing together what would be a supercomputer. From their he applied some of the gadgets and even modified them. He was nearly ready. What was left was the most difficult part. While he had the skills, the knowledge, the technology, one more thing must be considered. Bruce understood the criminal mind, for they are a cowardly and superstitious lot. To truly strike at the heart of criminality, he must become something more than a man. What he must do must be symbolic.

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It is here the story begins. Before the conception of a Bat Man. Alfred thought it best Bruce gets in touch with some of his former friends. Feeling the companionship and love would help ease the very tense young man. The kindly and wise butler contacted Bruce's closest friends. Foreseeing they would turn up inevitably. Especially since the news of Bruce's return has become the talk of the town. He wrote letters to the following, Julie Madison, Harvey Dent, and Thomas Elliot, Bruce's longest and closest childhood friend. They would soon arrive at Wayne Manor. Whether Bruce likes it or not, he will face his friends.

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Re: Interest Check: Batman RP

Tips: 0.00 INK Postby Magus1108 on Tue Nov 05, 2013 11:24 pm

I love Batman, so of course I'd be interested in a Batman RP! I'm really curious to see what your take on his origins would be, too. :)
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Re: Interest Check: Batman RP

Tips: 0.00 INK Postby Seveneleven on Tue Nov 05, 2013 11:51 pm

Cool! I'll be sure to remember you if the RP gets up off the ground. Probably shoot you a PM or something if I do post it.

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