The peace that formerly reigned in Terra Nova has eroded, now little more than a memory. War ravages the continent. Disputes divide kingdoms; ideals divide families. The quest for power consumes absolutely and indiscriminately. None are immune to its allure.
Who will rise and who will fall? Only time—and ambition—will tell.
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05.26.2023
2 month character creation hold for all existing members begins 6/5/2023. Ended 8/5/2023.
10.29.2023
Change in how times flows. Was 4 IC seasons, now only 2 IC seasons per 1 OOC year.
5 whole years of Heir Apparent goodness! When I started the site, I knew I was hunkering down for the long haul, but I never could have predicted the numerous twists and turns this roleplay site has seen. Hundreds of plots, characters, and members have come and gone, all leaving marks on the site. I am so very thankful for those who have invested. Because you keep coming back, keep getting on, and keep writing, Heir Apparent has the legacy it does today. Three cheers to us!
Magic Detection: The ability to detect magic. The user can judge magical aptitude, pinpoint magic being used within a mile vicinity, and even detect when potent magic has formerly been used in a space. The magic may originate from a living thing or from an object, it does not matter. There is no restriction to the kind of magic that the user can detect. The weakness is the spatial awareness limitation, and while the user can detect the presence of magic, they cannot detect the specific kind of magic being used.
Post by Florina Bellerose on Jun 5, 2024 14:33:22 GMT -5
The bracers and their function were fascinating to Florina. She’d not before had a chance to really look at Arynn Frey creations. Now that her gift wasn’t a secret, she didn’t have to ignore the magic, or only allow herself to briefly dwell on the feeling. There was nothing for her to hide in that area anymore.
Then he spoke of the magic that she could feel flowing in his body, “Oh!” She exclaimed when he was finished, the exclamation was one of intrigue and not one of disgust. For who was she to pass judgement on someone else’s secret magic? “That is very interesting, commander. I have never heard of this happening before,” not that she’d done much extensive reading on the subject, but surely this would be very well known if it had been done before, “Has the magic grown or waned at all over the years, or has it remained the same?”
Arynnite armor: The armor have two states: active and inactive. When inactive, they look like little more than ornate metal bracers, easily ignored. When triggered, the armor covers Tybalt and serves as an exoskeleton. It will protect its wearer from physical damage and is practically indestructible.
The armor has a certain "preprogrammed" purpose which is to protect its host. To do so, it reacts to heightened emotional states such as fear and anger, at which point the armor will trigger regardless of whether or not Tybalt wants it to or even if he's immediately aware of the threat. It has some degree of awareness and sentience although very basic and one which struggles to differentiate between enemies and friends. Whilst not actually in possession of a will, the armor can guide or direct its host in a specific action, much like a reflex.
The armor needs to be "fed" as Tybalt has discovered meaning that he must hold and absorb through touch certain metals such as steel, copper, iron and tin, a process which takes a few minutes. Without which, the armor will begin to weaken and become less effective until no longer able to manifest.
Perhaps its greatest weakness is that if being consistently bashed or beaten, it would begin to repair itself by using parts of the armor from elsewhere. For instance, if the wearer is being consistently hit in the chest, the armor will begin to pool away from other parts of their body such as the feet and hands, leaving them vulnerable.
The commander shrugged his shoulder's. A commoner's gesture he'd picked up from the soldiery, and had developed the habit of using. "It came on slowly initially, but then has stayed more or less the same the equal of a Coheedsman for some years now. Although that could be because I'm getting on in years."
Tybalt had heard of such a phenomenon, at least in part. "I have done some research. There might be one precedent... On all accounts, Majorlaine Rainecourt died. Yet she was brought back by a gifted. It seems likely that it might be the same culprit. Whether or not her gift came to her as a result of being brought back, I can't say. Whatever the case, I've never been able to find the woman who saved me. She seems to have vanished as quickly as she appeared." It was a strange notion that there might be some mysterious woman making her way through the world, and giving those close to death a second chance. Did she choose her targets? People close to the crown, and authority, who might play a role in forging the kingdom? It seemed unlikely to the commander, he had been at odds with the former queen from day one, and in his eyes she had come far closer to destroying Lorendale than anything else. That, and she had come back very different...
The man let out a sigh. He shook his head. "I intend to tell the royals. I have kept this a secret, out of fear, for too long now. I will do so soon, and bear the consequences... In the meantime, I must ask that you keep this to yourself. I'm not born of Coheed, and I'm no threat to this kingdom."
Magic Detection: The ability to detect magic. The user can judge magical aptitude, pinpoint magic being used within a mile vicinity, and even detect when potent magic has formerly been used in a space. The magic may originate from a living thing or from an object, it does not matter. There is no restriction to the kind of magic that the user can detect. The weakness is the spatial awareness limitation, and while the user can detect the presence of magic, they cannot detect the specific kind of magic being used.
Post by Florina Bellerose on Jun 12, 2024 13:53:21 GMT -5
“How mysterious!” Florina flipped his words over in her head, “I did not know it was possible, but it has happened twice before as far as we know, “If I did not have the gift that I do, I would not believe you, but the evidence is so clear to me…” she was starting to ramble, but she did not know what else she should say. It was so different than anything she’d encountered before. It made her wonder that if she had worked on her gift more over the years, maybe she would have come across someone else who had been given magic after a near death experience.
“Your secret is safe with me, commander. I understand wishing to keep one’s magic a secret,” she offered a smile, “I just hope that you get to choose the time that you reveal what you have.”
Arynnite armor: The armor have two states: active and inactive. When inactive, they look like little more than ornate metal bracers, easily ignored. When triggered, the armor covers Tybalt and serves as an exoskeleton. It will protect its wearer from physical damage and is practically indestructible.
The armor has a certain "preprogrammed" purpose which is to protect its host. To do so, it reacts to heightened emotional states such as fear and anger, at which point the armor will trigger regardless of whether or not Tybalt wants it to or even if he's immediately aware of the threat. It has some degree of awareness and sentience although very basic and one which struggles to differentiate between enemies and friends. Whilst not actually in possession of a will, the armor can guide or direct its host in a specific action, much like a reflex.
The armor needs to be "fed" as Tybalt has discovered meaning that he must hold and absorb through touch certain metals such as steel, copper, iron and tin, a process which takes a few minutes. Without which, the armor will begin to weaken and become less effective until no longer able to manifest.
Perhaps its greatest weakness is that if being consistently bashed or beaten, it would begin to repair itself by using parts of the armor from elsewhere. For instance, if the wearer is being consistently hit in the chest, the armor will begin to pool away from other parts of their body such as the feet and hands, leaving them vulnerable.
Post by Tybalt Zane on Jun 12, 2024 15:11:22 GMT -5
Tybalt bowed his head, acknowledging the wisdom of Florina's words. He'd already put it off too long. Years, and years in fact. He should have been honest, and upfront from day one. Instead, the commander had kept it to himself, and his wife. Now, it was his entire family who carried the magic with them. He didn't understand it, and suspected that it was a power that he was unlikely to ever understand completely.
The commander would see to it, that that changed. He would have to start with either Iliana, or Cassian... He would put his faith in their good judgement, and pray that they were merciful.
"Thank you. I fear I have already taken up too much of your time." The commander would move to leave, unless Florina actually attempted to stop him that was. If she didn't, it was only as he approached the door that Tybalt would stop, as if another thought had suddenly crossed his mind. "I meant what I said about wanting to help. If ever you need anything, my door is always open."
Magic Detection: The ability to detect magic. The user can judge magical aptitude, pinpoint magic being used within a mile vicinity, and even detect when potent magic has formerly been used in a space. The magic may originate from a living thing or from an object, it does not matter. There is no restriction to the kind of magic that the user can detect. The weakness is the spatial awareness limitation, and while the user can detect the presence of magic, they cannot detect the specific kind of magic being used.
Post by Florina Bellerose on Jun 13, 2024 22:19:32 GMT -5
Florina stood when he moved to leave, “And thank you, Commander, for trusting me with your secret. Come by anytime you wish to talk,” she circled her desk to walk him to the door. This was certainly an enlightening meeting, and she seemed to have made an ally in court. Maybe this wouldn’t be as horrible as she had anticipated.
“I appreciate your offer, Commander,” Florina smiled in thanks, “I do believe I will take you up on it. Until then, I hope all goes well for you.”
Arynnite armor: The armor have two states: active and inactive. When inactive, they look like little more than ornate metal bracers, easily ignored. When triggered, the armor covers Tybalt and serves as an exoskeleton. It will protect its wearer from physical damage and is practically indestructible.
The armor has a certain "preprogrammed" purpose which is to protect its host. To do so, it reacts to heightened emotional states such as fear and anger, at which point the armor will trigger regardless of whether or not Tybalt wants it to or even if he's immediately aware of the threat. It has some degree of awareness and sentience although very basic and one which struggles to differentiate between enemies and friends. Whilst not actually in possession of a will, the armor can guide or direct its host in a specific action, much like a reflex.
The armor needs to be "fed" as Tybalt has discovered meaning that he must hold and absorb through touch certain metals such as steel, copper, iron and tin, a process which takes a few minutes. Without which, the armor will begin to weaken and become less effective until no longer able to manifest.
Perhaps its greatest weakness is that if being consistently bashed or beaten, it would begin to repair itself by using parts of the armor from elsewhere. For instance, if the wearer is being consistently hit in the chest, the armor will begin to pool away from other parts of their body such as the feet and hands, leaving them vulnerable.
Post by Tybalt Zane on Jun 14, 2024 1:31:01 GMT -5
Tybalt would linger long enough to hear out Florina's words. He intended to work with the newly appointed advisor as much as possible. The gifted of the kingdom were most certainly in need of assistance, and at the end of the day, much of that would have to come from the top. Their discussion had only been brief, but so far, the commander had something resembling hope.
"As I do for you." Tybalt declared as he finally left the room, and its occupant in some sort of peace. Thoughts continued to spin round in his mind. There was a lot to stomach, and get his head wrapped around. He would get there eventually. Weathering out storms was something he'd steadily grown accustomed to over the years...
[END THREAD]
Last Edit: Jun 14, 2024 1:31:10 GMT -5 by Tybalt Zane