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drmigit2

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Redryhno said:
drmigit2 said:
I think what Ink was asking was if as the years go forward if we can at some point start consciously changing our apparent age. Because if we all have regular jobs, even if we change from decade to decade, people will notice that, unless we're constantly moving from place to place, at which point I don't know who wouldn't start asking questions about us. Except for crazy-hobo-man, who few people will ever really notice anyways.
Nope. Staying in disguise isn't going to be easy. There are disadvantages to being locked at your current age and appearance is most certainly one of them. You guys aren't twilight vampires with x-men superpowers and you can't simply change your face.
 

PrinceOfShapeir

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Yeah, about that. Since we're locked at our current age, does that mean hair and fingernails have stopped growing? Do Vampires require anything to survive other than blood? Do we even -require- blood? You don't say starvation is fatal, just that it causes rapid aging.
 

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PrinceOfShapeir said:
Yeah, about that. Since we're locked at our current age, does that mean hair and fingernails have stopped growing? Do Vampires require anything to survive other than blood? Do we even -require- blood? You don't say starvation is fatal, just that it causes rapid aging.
Your hair and fingernails still grow, I believe they even grow on fresh corpses.

Blood is all you need to keep from rapidly aging, and while that isn't fatal, it basically makes you a pile of bones in a chair, I mean you wouldn't even be able to walk without assistance and the pain would be unbearable. Imagine the worst kind of hunger unrelenting and constant with no way to fix it because you can't move and you can't die.
 

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And does it have to be Human blood, or could we survive on, oh, I dunno, rat blood? Or cold blood taken from blood banks or bought from butcher shops?
 

drmigit2

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PrinceOfShapeir said:
And does it have to be Human blood, or could we survive on, oh, I dunno, rat blood? Or cold blood taken from blood banks or bought from butcher shops?
Has to be fresh human blood. As far as anyone has gathered, there is something in fresh human blood that you need, nobody knows what, but it is lost through the oxidation process. Your fangs keep it blue though. Rat blood would be like drinking salt water, your body would feel good for a moment but it won't stop the aging process.
 

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Kk, thanks for letting me know! My sheet's finished but its been a while since I last did one so I've forgotten how you do ooc posts, could someone please remind me?
 

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InkBlot Royalist said:
Kk, thanks for letting me know! My sheet's finished but its been a while since I last did one so I've forgotten how you do ooc posts, could someone please remind me?
like this:

you put stuff in here
 

InkBlot Royalist

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Redryhno said:
InkBlot Royalist said:
Kk, thanks for letting me know! My sheet's finished but its been a while since I last did one so I've forgotten how you do ooc posts, could someone please remind me?
like this:

you put stuff in here
Thanks man!
 

drmigit2

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drmigit2

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InkBlot Royalist

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Name: Alonso Mejira
Age: 47
Appearance: Alonso is a powerfully built man, standing six feet tall and with broad shoulders. His hands are calloused and scarred from his dabbling with dangerous chemicals. He wears a silver crucifix at all times. Alonso is clean shaven and completely bald, but his eyebrows are grey, showing his age almost as much as his pale blue, misty eyes.
Bio: Alonso grew up in a relatively wealthy Mexican family, where he learned to read, write and keep logs for his tradesman father, who insisted he have a good education. A devout Catholic, when civil war broke out between the Liberals and the Church-backed Conservatives in 1858, an 35 year old Alonso signed up for service with the Conservative army. Alonso fought in several key battles, where it was a miracle that he survived, but Alonso was never blessed with being on the winning side, and in 1861 the Liberals took control of the Mexican government. His Liberal father shunned Alonso's return home, even firing a shotgun out of the window to keep him away. Alonso then fled and joined a guerrilla movement, where he fought on for three more futile years. After that, a defeated and disillusioned Alonso aged 41 slunk away to New York, where he found solace in a small but well attended church, eventually becoming a priest himself. Upon realising the lack of proper medical care many of the poor were receiving, Alonso took it upon himself to try and treat their ailments. As such, he now uses his spare time to dabble with chemicals at his house, trying to concoct salves and balms at a reduced price so he can help the poor in his charge. While these are often based on little more than "Home cures" and superstition, he does occasionally succeed in brewing something that does more good than harm.
Weapons and other fun things: As a priest, Alonso has very few belongings save an expensive silver crucifix, a bible and a few robes. He has managed to obtain a few basic tools for medicine however, such as bottles, retort stands, a Bunsen burner and a case of various chemicals from Iodine to Mercury. His skill with such items is limited however, as his knowledge of medicine, and indeed the human body, is limited. The scars and burns on his hands are a testament to his early carelessness when he accidentally created, then boiled, sulphuric acid.
Personality: Alonso is a quite man, keeping himself to himself and diligently carrying out his priestly duties. He is not under the impression that he needs to repent for the things he did in his time as a guerrilla, but he has seen enough bloodshed to last him the rest of his life, and has enforced pacifism upon himself, much as it pains him to do so. While not a particularly inspiring preacher (his traditional approach to worship being far too long and "traditional" for most) he is an enthusiastic singer, and is a surprisingly melodic bass. While he is a devout servant of the church, always helping others to the best of his ability, he uses his ministering and taking confessions as a form of shield from his own shaken beliefs, hoping to rekindle his personal faith after it was damaged in the war.
Other information: Alonso is a highly intelligent man, having grown up studying accounts and logs. He can read and write in both English and Spanish, and speaks both fluently, along with Portuguese and a little Italian. While he served in the military, and as a guerrilla fighter, Alonso was never a particularly good shot, only really doing well in close quater combat, and only then due to his natural bulk and strength.

I hope this is ok as a first draft?
 

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- to join, I'd like to throw my hat in, draw up a character sheet, and get involved. Been a while, let's see if I can't shake off the cobwebs.
 

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If it's lost in the oxidation process, wouldn't it go bad from neck to mouth, unless Vampires are capable of creating vacuums inside their mouths. Also, deoxygenated - i.e., venous blood - is what is usually collected in blood drives, not arterial blood. I mean, if you want it to by mystical, that's your decision, but you seem to be going for sciencepires.
 

drmigit2

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Emperor Inferno said:
- to join, I'd like to throw my hat in, draw up a character sheet, and get involved. Been a while, let's see if I can't shake off the cobwebs.
Not too late at all.
PrinceOfShapeir said:
If it's lost in the oxidation process, wouldn't it go bad from neck to mouth, unless Vampires are capable of creating vacuums inside their mouths. Also, deoxygenated - i.e., venous blood - is what is usually collected in blood drives, not arterial blood. I mean, if you want it to by mystical, that's your decision, but you seem to be going for sciencepires.
Your fangs essentially do make a vacume. Also, it's the 1870's right now. Blood banks dont exist. Perhaps in the future you could, but atm no. Also, it's about half mystic half science.
 

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Hey, mind if I sign up too? I quite like the sound of a long-term RP.

A sheet will be posted forthwith, to await appraisal.
 

Emperor Inferno

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Age: 32 yrs (when turned, hasn't aged much since then.)

Appearance: A well-off businessman, Mr. Anderson is always simply yet spectacularly well dressed, as well as very neat and well-groomed (in fact, obsessively so). Although he seems to be rarely, if ever, seen outside his penthouse, he is a well-known fixture in the local community, and it is said that he is never seen wearing anything other than an immaculately well tailored and well kept black suit of Italian silk, clearly custom made because it so perfectly accents his tall, lean-muscled frame. His face is long and sharp-featured (picture the face of a drow, only lightly tanned instead of onyx black). His full bodied, straight black hair falls below his shoulders. The only readily visible sign of vampirism (to those who know the signs) is a perpetually hollow, tired look in his eyes. A philosopher or poet might look in this mans eyes and say that here is a man who has known the sadness of ages. No one actually knows this, but he makes it a specific point to look (for only seconds at a time) directly at the sun exactly twice every day, once at dawn and once at dusk when the sunlight is at its dimmest. He does this to counteract his pale vampire complexion.

Bio: ...

Unknown, no files found ...

Extrapolating ...

While legal documentation on this man is disturbingly lacking, it is accepted as fact that he is of German (or, at least, generally Germanic) origin. Again, no official records exist, but it is believed he arrived to Harlem via steamboat in the late 1850's, bringing with him a considerable amount of wealth of, of course, unknown origin. In fact, the mysterious nature of the source of Mr. Anderson's wealth is perhaps the most disturbing factor of his apparently void history because, while he will when questioned, openly discuss (and perhaps lie about) other facets of his life, queries about his fortune seem to anger him. It is well-known that he is now the director of a very lucrative trade company, however, this is not a rags to riches tale, as he most certainly was already quite rich indeed before he ever founded the business. According to ledgers, he trades in fabric, tea, and spices, and his primary customer is based in China. He lives in a penthouse eight floors above Harlem, in which he throws monthly parties. He is active in the community, giving to multiple worthy charities and even funding and directing one of his own.

Weapons: Mr. Anderson is a proficiently trained swordsman, and keeps a gradually expanding collection of katanas, flamberges, and highly ornate European blades. He keeps a Walther and a venomous dagger hidden on his person at all times.

Personality: A blatant self-contradiction, Mr. Anderson is a very friendly man who enjoys company, but hardly ever leaves his home. Always seen with a smile on his face, and apparently very outgoing and sociable at all his parties. Few have ever seen him angry, but those who have describe his rage as, "seething," "calm but very intense" and "horrifying." Also notable about his personality is a very mysterious demeanor, a way of speaking vaguely and moving slowly and with great care. Privately, however, Mr. Anderson usually behaves and speaks in a highly serious, grave fashion.
 

drmigit2

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Emperor Inferno said:
Age: 32 yrs (when turned, hasn't aged much since then.)

Appearance: A well-off businessman, Mr. Anderson is always simply yet spectacularly well dressed, as well as very neat and well-groomed (in fact, obsessively so). Although he seems to be rarely, if ever, seen outside his penthouse, he is a well-known fixture in the local community, and it is said that he is never seen wearing anything other than an immaculately well tailored and well kept black suit of Italian silk, clearly custom made because it so perfectly accents his tall, lean-muscled frame. His face is long and sharp-featured (picture the face of a drow, only lightly tanned instead of onyx black). His full bodied, straight black hair falls below his shoulders. The only readily visible sign of vampirism (to those who know the signs) is a perpetually hollow, tired look in his eyes. A philosopher or poet might look in this mans eyes and say that here is a man who has known the sadness of ages. No one actually knows this, but he makes it a specific point to look (for only seconds at a time) directly at the sun exactly twice every day, once at dawn and once at dusk when the sunlight is at its dimmest. He does this to counteract his pale vampire complexion.

Bio: ...

Unknown, no files found ...

Extrapolating ...

While legal documentation on this man is disturbingly lacking, it is accepted as fact that he is of German (or, at least, generally Germanic) origin. Again, no official records exist, but it is believed he arrived to Harlem via steamboat in the late 1850's, bringing with him a considerable amount of wealth of, of course, unknown origin. In fact, the mysterious nature of the source of Mr. Anderson's wealth is perhaps the most disturbing factor of his apparently void history because, while he will when questioned, openly discuss (and perhaps lie about) other facets of his life, queries about his fortune seem to anger him. It is well-known that he is now the director of a very lucrative trade company, however, this is not a rags to riches tale, as he most certainly was already quite rich indeed before he ever founded the business. According to ledgers, he trades in fabric, tea, and spices, and his primary customer is based in China. He lives in a penthouse eight floors above Harlem, in which he throws monthly parties. He is active in the community, giving to multiple worthy charities and even funding and directing one of his own.

Weapons: Mr. Anderson is a proficiently trained swordsman, and keeps a gradually expanding collection of katanas, flamberges, and highly ornate European blades. He keeps a Walther and a venomous dagger hidden on his person at all times.

Personality: A blatant self-contradiction, Mr. Anderson is a very friendly man who enjoys company, but hardly ever leaves his home. Always seen with a smile on his face, and apparently very outgoing and sociable at all his parties. Few have ever seen him angry, but those who have describe his rage as, "seething," "calm but very intense" and "horrifying." Also notable about his personality is a very mysterious demeanor, a way of speaking vaguely and moving slowly and with great care. Privately, however, Mr. Anderson usually behaves and speaks in a highly serious, grave fashion.
As long as he doesn't speak with a ridiculous German accent then I don't see any issues, but do keep in mind that despite how good you are with swords, the police have guns and can totally win a fight with you if there is more than one or two of them. I like it overall.
 

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Name: Nazar Mikhail

Age: 23

Appearance: A tall, thin man, he stands at 6 ft exactly. He used to be very well tanned, but alas vampirism doesn't do anything nice to ones complexion. He has jet black hair, shoulder length and swept behind his ears, with a few locks over his forehead. He keeps his hair in a ponytail when in civilization. He has a well groomed mustache/soul-patch combo, though he still is rather stubbly as of late. His shrewd, brown eyes have developed bags due to recent events. His attire, though usually varied, can always be described as 'shabby' and 'dirty'. He has a large scar on his cheek, and several tattoos, his left arm is even covered in them.

Bio: Nazar was born the bastard child of a fortune teller, and a Russian politician, not that he ever knew that. He was left with the caravan, and grew up like all his friends, a thief. He was a damned good one as well, or at least his ego told him so. This turned out to be false, as he was caught around the time he was 14, and the violent bastard of a store clerk decided that he WAS worth the effort of a beating, which Nazar took with dignity. He only defended himself when his tormentor took out a knife, and giving the boy his scar. The only interesting thing that has happened between then and his gaining of vampirism was his first love, and the tragedy caused by he lung cancer.

Weapons: A switchblade from his father, though he has been known to pilfer a thing or two, it wouldn't be out of the question that he lifts a gun or something off of somebody...

Personality: Nazar is a playful, cynical man. He believes people as a whole judge far too quickly, and generally thinks they are bland, and far too prudish. He is rather friendly with his fellow gypsies, often becoming the life of the party with his accordian and humor. He tends to live as though every day is his last, and for awhile that might've been true. He is not very superstitious, as his mother told him of her act when he was young. He tries not to be interested in women, though he does have moments of weakness.
Been trying to think of a character, and a marathon of Gogol Bordello told me I should make a gypsy :|
 

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Emperor Inferno said:
So, when are we starting this thing?
I am giving ThreeWorlds a little bit to get his sheet in, but if by the end of the weekend it isn't in, I will start.