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Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 05:09 AM

So, I've had an idea. I've been wanting to start my own RP thread for a long while. I was talking to Colonel Mustard about it, and an idea struck me. Remember the Dark Brotherhood mission"Whodunit?" You play the assassin and have to kill off each member in any way you please?

What if we did that...but the killer is assigned by me, to be one of you?

The layout of the house is sketched. The basic idea is, you create an entirely new character, you CANNOT use an already made character, and I'll tell you why. Not only will you, the players, not know anything beyond the appearance of another player, but there will be causalities as they killer cuts his or her way through the house.

The participants are lured to the house by a common acquaintance, baiting them with the common "If you find the chest of gold, you win!" scheme. I will be DM'ing solely, so situation control will be up to me. Character interactions will be left up to you. "Winner" gets to live, quite simply.

If you'd like to join in, all you have to do is write your character's appearance, down to the dress and scars. Anything noted when you look at someone. Then, write the rest of the character sheet and send it in a PM to me.

For clarification: Only put the character's appearance on this thread, send the rest to me. That includes the "real" name.

Hope people join in! I welcome questions!

p.s. Hate to be nit-picky, but please.no were-creatures or vampires. Why? because it would be too easy for them to solve it or overpower anyone they'd come across.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 3 2013, 12:12 PM

So, we all sign up, you pick the killer, and only the two of you know about it? Sounds like fun.

"No were-creatures or vampires", so elves and magic are allowed? *crosses fingers*

Is this TES universe, or just generic fantasy?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 12:26 PM

Yeah, elves and magic are allowed since they're an "accepted" form of supernatural. And it's the TES universe.

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 3 2013, 01:00 PM

Yeeesss. So in.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 3 2013, 01:45 PM

Sweet!

TIme to start working on a character sheet.

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 3 2013, 03:02 PM

Right, 'public' profile is here. I'll PM you the private one later on this evening, Liz, I've got work I need to be doing for the rest of the day.


Name: Aranios Sayle
Race: Imperial
Age: 22

Appearance: Tall enough to suggest some Altmer blood somewhere in the family line, Aranios' face is boyishly handsome and clean-shaven. He has short blonde hair with a slight upward tuft at the front, brown eyes, a slight nick in his left ear and a winning smile. He is obviously athletic, though not as heavily muscled as a professional warrior, build more similar to that of a gymnast than a brawler. He walks with a swagger in his step, and exudes an air of cocky charm and ease.

He is always well dressed, and for this party has attired himself in a sleeveless doublet of red velvet, black trousers and a long-sleeved white shirt. He also has three rings on his fingers, and any with the ability to perceive the arcane would be able to see that they are magical in nature.

Posted by: King Coin Dec 3 2013, 03:31 PM

I'll sign up too.

Posted by: SilenceFalls Dec 3 2013, 05:25 PM

This intrigues me.

Soon...

Posted by: Grits Dec 3 2013, 06:42 PM

This is a great idea, Hollow. My roommates and I used to host murder parties like this in the dark ages before the internet. Lots of fun. And costumes.

Just to be sure, the only person doing the murdering is the one you secretly assign that role, right? It’s not a free-for-all?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 08:00 PM

Exactly. If I assign KC to be the murerder, no one else can be the murderer.

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 3 2013, 09:21 PM

*Leaps on KC and stabs him in the neck*

It's OK, everybody, I got him. We're safe now.


On a more serious note, where/when is this going to be set? I think you mentioned somewhere in the Rift, but I'm writing up Aranios' bio and I just want to make sure that the date/time/lore etc all line up properly.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 09:39 PM

I've decided The Pale instead. The swampy atmosphere would add some creepiness.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 3 2013, 09:43 PM

Ermm, any chance of a little more info on this?

Because "The Rift" and "The Pale" just have me wondering

Posted by: SilenceFalls Dec 3 2013, 09:47 PM

The Rift is the Hold of Riften. The Pale is the Hold of Morthal if memory serves.

Both are located in Skyrim.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 3 2013, 09:48 PM

Ah, Skyrim, thanks.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 10:59 PM

So that's one full character sheet sent in! Who's the next brave soul?

Also, don't worry about making a character fit to be a killer. If you know me, you know I like to surprise people and will pick the most inconspicuous person if possible.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 3 2013, 11:09 PM

Aargh!

On the one hand, it sounds so interesting.

On the other, it's set in Skyrim.

Aargh!



One last thing: Are you talking 4th era Skyrim? I'm assuming you are.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 11:12 PM

Yeah. But don't worry, I'm setting the scene entirely. Don't worry about current events or anything of the like. The whole world is set on the property of the mansion.

Posted by: mirocu Dec 3 2013, 11:13 PM

Really awesome idea! I like it but I don´t think I´m gonna be in it.

Anyone could be the murderer and no one except you Liz and the one you assign to be the killer will know. That´s killer!

Pun intended

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 3 2013, 11:25 PM

Hoooo boy:

Dunmer, early forties. Typical red eyes, ashy grey skin. Charcoal hair in a topknot, small sideburns. Scowling face, with neck tattoos in the general shape of some daedric letters.

Red-and-gold Dunmer outfit from Dragonborn with flared sleeves, black cloth boots, and a sturdy leather belt with a Cyrodiilic steel longsword and scabbard.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 11:25 PM

Uh...thanks for posting in the thread telling us you won't be doing it XD

Posted by: mirocu Dec 3 2013, 11:31 PM

Did you miss that I just gave you a compliment?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 3 2013, 11:45 PM

I overlooked it to criticize you. Just like a woman XD

Posted by: mirocu Dec 3 2013, 11:53 PM

No wonder I´m single!

Ok, nuff unnecessary posting

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 4 2013, 12:01 AM

I was so tempted to say something along those lines, but...

So not a good idea



Well, if it's only set in Skyrim, I suppose I'll take a crack at it.

Name: Enarvy Verothan

Dunmer, about 75, just starting to show signs of age. Somewhat pale, thin, with silver hair cropped close to his scalp, with a widow's peak. Red eyes of course, though a more dull red, like hot metal rather than fire. Wearing the red robe in http://uesp.net/wiki/File:MW_Clothing_ExpensiveRobesM.jpg

I'll have to wait until tomorrow to sort out the character sheet though. Done enough writing for tonight.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 4 2013, 12:16 AM

Glad to have you aboard!!!!

Posted by: SilenceFalls Dec 4 2013, 01:34 AM

Jeanstar Lelltal

Breton Male in his late-thirties, appears older with graying tribal-esque hair and beard. Raw complexion, with smile wrinkles and creases beginning to show in the face.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 4 2013, 02:17 AM

So that's three profiles in (I'm counting Callidus' unfinished one)

In order for this to work, I'd like at least two more people. who's the next brave soul?

Why am I the only woman in the RP?!

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 7 2013, 12:12 AM

Reminding y'all I still want this.

Posted by: King Coin Dec 7 2013, 12:13 AM

A little busy here!

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 7 2013, 12:27 AM

So do I!

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 7 2013, 12:30 AM

Well, as soon as finals are over, let me know. UNless someone wants to hop in, we can save you a spot. Late entries are fine.

Posted by: King Of Beasts Dec 7 2013, 05:29 AM

Kobby wanna join!


Name : Percival Devereaux

Race: Breton

Age: 21

Height: 6"0

Hair Color: Reddish brown, goes down *past his ears.

Eye color: Steel gray

Build: Medium. A bit skinny at the same time though.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 7 2013, 05:32 AM

Kobby, take out the description and history! Remember, just the physical appearance!

Posted by: King Of Beasts Dec 7 2013, 05:34 AM

Better?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 7 2013, 05:35 AM

Oui. Gracias :]

Posted by: King Of Beasts Dec 7 2013, 05:37 AM

De nada!

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 7 2013, 05:41 AM

All I need is the rest of Callidus' profile, KC's, and we're good to go.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 10 2013, 11:29 PM

KC, do you mind if we start without you? i know finals are a bitch, so I can save you a spot, even if someone bursts in.

Posted by: King Coin Dec 11 2013, 12:24 AM

Yeah go ahead. I'll try to whip one up tonight.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 11 2013, 12:37 AM

OKey-dokey!

Alright, the first post is going up! Oh, this is going to be long XD

Posted by: King Coin Dec 11 2013, 04:18 AM

Name: Boots
Race: Argonian
Age: Late forties, early fifties.

Appearance: Most notable feature is his tail, or lack there-of. Boots is missing about three quarters of his tail. He has dark gray scales with a tan on his chin and neck that continues under his plum colored shirt. Everything about him looks worn. He is alcoholic, but has a fair amount of muscle.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 11 2013, 04:20 AM

Yay, KC!!

Also, whoever wants to be the "traveler," go ahead.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 11 2013, 04:42 AM

The Servants:

Jon: Stablehand

Age, seventeen

Race: Nord/Breton

Appearance: light brown freckles splash his face, wiry blonde hair the olor of straw cut just above his ears. Green eyes. Small, about 5'5''

Anaya: Maid

Age: 32

Race: Dunmer

Appearance: head shaved, wears a warm hat to cover hair. Wears a raggedy grey dress. Sharp Dunmeri features, dark ashen skin.

Antoine: Cook

Age: 55

Race: breton

Appearance: Thin, lanky, red hair. reddish Birthmark on the underside of his chin the size of a small apple. Brown eyes.

All servants wear worn, grey clothing.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 11 2013, 09:01 AM

Well, since I'm here, I might as well have Enarvy as the first guest to arrive.

I do have one question though: If everyone has been invited to the mansion, with the promise of a pot of gold to be found, can we get a name for the person who invited them?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 11 2013, 11:03 AM

Introductions will be made at the parlor.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 11 2013, 11:01 PM

As soon as Rohirrim posts, we can begin officially

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 12 2013, 01:19 AM

Rohirrim has posted. SHANKS MCGEE CAN COME OUT TO PLAY!!!

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 01:59 AM

Rohirrim, what have you done with my stablehand?! Why is my coat-hanger outside? XD

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 12 2013, 02:28 AM

Wha?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 02:38 AM

Jon is outside, showing the people in. Anaya is inside, where it's dry, lol

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 12 2013, 03:13 AM

So-RRY!

Few questions: Can the killer be found out and killed, or is everyone else just murder fodder?

If so, will a new killer be selected?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 03:16 AM

I was gonna get into that later, but once the first murder occurs, it's encouraged that everyone makes an alliance to find the killer and the gold.

EDIT:

Yes, the killer can be killed. And if you suspect someone, you need to let me know, and the person know, so the appropriate posting and actions can be taken,

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 06:42 AM

KC, I'm rolling lol

Belladonna Guilloux



Age: 36

Race: Breton

Height: 5'3''

Attire: Black gowns and robes to allow her large pregnant belly to be comfortable.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 07:08 AM

Post a response, if anyone likes. I'll be back on in the morning.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 12 2013, 10:08 AM

*Looks at picture*

Now why do I get the feeling Belladonna's more than a little crazy?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 08:38 PM

That's the power of Helena Bonham Carter's picture, lol

EDIT: Okay, love y'all and whatnot, but there's only one Dunmer servant woman. Inside, with the door closed, in the study.

Please pay attention to what the servants are saying and doing, because it's sort of important to what's going on. I'm not even saying that to be an asshole, what they say and do will provide clues as to what's going on, so skipping or skimming over their placement and words isn't wise. Remember, this is a mystery, and just because the first murder hasn't happened doesn't mean you shouldn't pay attention.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 12 2013, 11:37 PM

Okay, go ahead and ask any questions you may have before we head to the second floor. I've got a drawing of the floors in case anyone is confused.

Posted by: SilenceFalls Dec 13 2013, 12:31 AM

I'll need a few hours before I can make an appropriate reply.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 13 2013, 01:52 AM

Did you want me to wait for you to reply before heading upstairs?

Posted by: Rohirrim Dec 13 2013, 02:16 AM

Me too, please.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 13 2013, 02:24 AM

Okay. :]

Posted by: King Coin Dec 13 2013, 05:31 PM

I'd like to see that drawing please.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 13 2013, 05:37 PM

Once I get home, sure.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 13 2013, 07:01 PM

Any more questions? Ill be posting a response tonight.

Posted by: King Coin Dec 13 2013, 07:19 PM

Not from Boots! He is too intoxicated to care about anything other than immediate needs.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 13 2013, 07:21 PM

PLEASE don't have him pee til he reaches the urn! XD Poor Anaya lol

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 16 2013, 12:21 AM

Oh! Just to clarify, y'all-

I have the first victim already lined up. it's none of y'all. don't worry. I want things to be fair, and want everyone to be able to have a chance at the gold. I have a throwaway character in store already.

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 16 2013, 06:19 PM

Cool, good to know.

I'll try and get a post up tomorrow, if I can; I'm getting my arse kicked by an absolute killer of an English essay right now and I want to get that out of the way before I do any RPing.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 16 2013, 06:22 PM

Mkay. I'm making sure no one has any questions before we move to the last (and bestest) floor. Once that's finished, I'll give y'all a rundown of the various secret doors, passages, and hidden goodies the place has.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 17 2013, 03:12 AM

Introducing!

Angelina Guilloux



Age: twenty-seven

Physical appearance: Straight blonde hair, blue eyes, tan skin. Complete opposite of Belladonna, yet they are blood kin. Wears something blue at all times. Hair is down, wearing a silver sapphire pendant with the stone in the shape of a heart, several silver rings, all enchanted. Always has a mischievous look in her eyes.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 20 2013, 12:48 AM

If y'all wanna poke around or go chat up Angelina or whatever, feel free. No one should have to double up on rooms unless they want to. Talk to each other, there's several hours before the seventh bell and dinner.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 22 2013, 04:33 AM

OH MY GOD LOOK NEW CHARACTERS TO PLAY WITH

http://z3.ifrm.com/67/29/0/p437081/beautiful_redhead_20.jpg
(Safe for work, image just too large for the forums)

Age: Appears around twenty-four

Race: Breton/Imperial mix

Appearance: Bright red-hair, deep blue eyes, very freckled. Height is around 5'4'', curvy, well-toned body. Wears dark-colored clothing, never wears dresses. Wears a single silver dagger on her hip with a fire enchantment.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 22 2013, 09:58 PM

Hmm.

So there's now eight guests...

But only seven bedrooms...

So someone's going to end up sharing?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 22 2013, 10:01 PM

Sure will. And since Selvia is late and getting her room, she'll share with someone.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Dec 22 2013, 10:03 PM

Great, now I want to ask a whole bunch of questions about Selvia, but I know I won't get any answers.

Or at least I'm guessing I won't.

Ah, well, I'll just have to wait and see.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 22 2013, 10:27 PM

Yep lol

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 23 2013, 07:21 AM

Just FYI, probably won't be posting for the next 24-48 hours or so as I won't have any internet access. I'll sort out the dialogue with Anaya when I get back.

Also, it was the study Aranios was suggesting meeting her, not the library. Just so you know

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 23 2013, 04:58 PM

Alright, turns out I do have internet access. I can still RP, hurrah!

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 27 2013, 11:39 PM

KC, looks like Boots left Percival hanging lol

Posted by: King Of Beasts Dec 27 2013, 11:45 PM

Yup

Posted by: King Coin Dec 28 2013, 06:23 PM

Sorry. Maybe I should just withdraw from the RP. I don't have the concentration for it right now. Kill Boots, turn him into an NPC, or just pretend he was never there. I don't care.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 28 2013, 07:54 PM

You sure?

Posted by: King Coin Dec 28 2013, 08:25 PM

Yeah. I don't want to hold anyone up.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 28 2013, 08:27 PM

Okay. I'll write a post tonight, send it to you and see what you think, okay?

Posted by: minque Dec 29 2013, 09:19 PM

Is there à spot for me? You said you wanted more women so.....

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 29 2013, 09:36 PM

KC is opting out, so of course! You've read the rules and such?

Posted by: minque Dec 29 2013, 10:04 PM

Working on it My dear....thought I might go with Rianne this one....be back with char sheet

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 29 2013, 10:05 PM

Nooooo no no, you don't want a known character. That's one of the rules, minque. You gave to make up a new character.

Posted by: minque Dec 29 2013, 10:09 PM

Oops, missed that one....haha well no problems..even though por Rianne never got à chance to actually rp

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 29 2013, 10:14 PM

Yeah, I know.

Posted by: minque Dec 29 2013, 10:36 PM

Natasha, no last name, imperial/Dunmer....24years old....



http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000029077208-5an2hw-crop.jpg?d53bf9f

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 29 2013, 10:38 PM

Cool. You can make your intro post whenever just remember it's raining heavily. And to send me the rest of the sheet in a PM.

Posted by: minque Dec 29 2013, 11:12 PM

I Will.....now it's kinda late here and I need to think about My char...so maybe I'll need some more time are you cool with that?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Dec 29 2013, 11:22 PM

Go ahead.

After minque, everyone, that's enough people.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 2 2014, 04:38 PM

Okay...we can start again lol

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Jan 11 2014, 07:08 PM

*Collectively prods everyone*

Come on guys.

*Prods everyone again*

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 11 2014, 07:10 PM

I'd like it if someone else posted, but if no one else does by tonight, tomorrow I'll post a move along and go to the dinner.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Jan 14 2014, 09:07 PM

Ahah, dinnertime!

I have a question on behalf on Enarvy: Is it considered bad manners to use telekinesis at the dinner table? He's not really one for being served.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 14 2014, 09:13 PM

Not at all. Also, Angelina made it a point to sit next to him.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Jan 14 2014, 09:18 PM

Cool.

Heh, I'd been considering asking about the seating arrangements.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 14 2014, 09:20 PM

It's a long table, able to seat about ten people. Belladonna is at the head. Anyone else an sit where they like.

Posted by: King Of Beasts Jan 14 2014, 09:25 PM

I post soon

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 18 2014, 03:25 AM

Guys

Posted by: King Of Beasts Jan 18 2014, 04:29 AM

I forgot shortly after I said I'd post, I'm sorry

I'm gonna post now. Don't expect it to be long though

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Jan 18 2014, 10:40 AM

Right, I've stopped being snowed under with a combination of job and essays. Let me have this weekend to recover, then I will post. Promise.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Jan 18 2014, 11:27 AM

I'll probably post something this evening. Tomorrow at the latest.

Posted by: Rohirrim Jan 18 2014, 03:45 PM

What Cal-Boy said.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 21 2014, 09:35 PM

-sighs-

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Jan 21 2014, 10:41 PM

ermm...oops



Tomorrow, definitely tomorrow.

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Jan 21 2014, 10:43 PM

No one posted lol

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Feb 11 2014, 06:10 PM

Okay, so Colonel is out, Silence is out, KC is out, that leaves Rohirrim, KoB and Callidus, plus myself.

Now, we can either continue, or no. I'm leaving it up to y'all.

Posted by: Callidus Thorn Feb 12 2014, 11:29 PM

*Checks previous page*

Aren't you forgetting someone?

Did Minque drop out too?

Posted by: King Coin Feb 12 2014, 11:30 PM

I'll join again, only if there is interest though.

Posted by: King Of Beasts Feb 12 2014, 11:30 PM

Minque is never here

Percival isn't sitting next to anyone specific, so anyone can interact with him

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Feb 12 2014, 11:51 PM

Minque never sent me anything about her character, so she wasn't officially in the RP. She only expressed interest.

How about this, if I up the ante on the stakes? The winner of this gets a prize. That's right, if you figure out who the killer is, bring me evidence AND make it to the final scene, then you get a prize from me.

Posted by: King Of Beasts Feb 12 2014, 11:57 PM

Ooh what's the prize?

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Feb 13 2014, 12:20 AM

Gehhhhhhh.....if y'all were ladies or men who fancied jewelry, I'd handmake you some jewelry, but lol

Maybe a handwritten letter? A personalized story? I don't know, I'M NOT TALENTED!

Posted by: King Of Beasts Feb 13 2014, 12:25 AM

All those prizes seem nice.

What about brownies

Posted by: Elisabeth Hollow Feb 13 2014, 12:35 AM

If I wasn't sure that they'd go bad on the way to wherever they were headed, I'd so do that, lol