Roderick Greymane / Vegas

Woooooot, sounds awesome, can't wait to start mining! :P

2/10 Seen you around occasionally.

Awesome guy, never one to ask for much and always willing to help others. I definitely think he's mature enough to handle a position like this, so a +1 from me.

Charles hears word of one of the Dark Elf bastards finally dying and smiles to himself before letting out a chuckle, "Finally the troublesome little shite is dead..." he then slowly shuffles home to take a nap.

Valdax stands quietly in the shadows as he listens to the gathering of Dark Elves discuss their issues and ideas, he acknowledges Khel's comment to him as he turns to face him, but remains quiet throughout most of the meeting. Whenever an opposing House challenges the word of the Oussana's he glares from beneath his hood as he takes note of each and everyone of them, he quietly whispers to Khel after one of the outbursts, "If these fools continue to challenge our honor and our name, I will be more then happy to change their minds for them... with your permission of course." he leans back as he finishes the near silent threat and casually rests his hands upon the pommels of his twin pair of sixteen inch long dirks hidden within the confines of his robes as he goes back to listening to each of the members of the meeting address their own opinions.

Charles chuckles as he is outbid, wondering if this Kameki knows how much wealth the Silverblade family has, he writes another reply, "5000 Minas!" -Charles Silverblade.

Charles writes his own reply, "3000 Minas for that bow! ~Charles Silverblade".

Role-play fighting is the best option for multiple reasons, first off you've got players that should be way better then someone else when it comes to a fight, but might not be better at pvp, so they will lose against someone that they should have won against in terms of rp skill. An example of this is a fight between an elf who has had years of training ((let's just say this is an elf that was training for over an IRL year of rp, and then add that they're not a very good pvper)) against an 18 year old human with little combat experience who just joined the server, but happens to have been one of the best pvpers on his last server before joining LoTC. Obviously if we had the two fight a pvp battle, the new player would win against someone he should have lost to in a rp battle or in terms of rp skill. Using the PvP system is a flawed system that can easily be abused by the pvp hungry players of the server who just want it because they know and are confident that they will win in a battle almost 90% of the time. Roleplay fighting gives a better and more fair chance for both sides to fight on equal terms instead of just using pvp to get items, so my vote goes towards using Roleplay Default fighting because it is a fair system and PvP should only be used in times when Rp fighting is just a no can do.

Valdax quietly watches the Jester cuddle the baby in an undisclosed location as he nurses his wounds, "I say we throw it outside, I can't deal with a migraine on top of all this pain I'm dealing with all ready..." he mutters to himself.

Ser Charles sits within the confines of his small cottage and reads the Edict brought to him by his squire, he chuckles softly as he finishes, "Finally they are gone... the war can now truly end." he mutters to himself. Charles then climbs up his stairs and begins to prepare himself for the day, a smug grin upon his face now that he knows this profound news.

A messenger quickly rides out of the Silverblade keep with a pile of notices flying out of his satchel, he begins to tack them up all around Furnestock. The notices read:

"All Bannerman and Rangers of Furnestock are as of now, relieved of their duties, if you wish to stay with Furnestock, send a message to either Ser Charles Silverblade or Ser Audric Silverblade. The Guardians of Furnestock are being disbanded as a whole force and will now leave Furnestock as a military built of seperate House bannermen. Recruitment will now commence for the Bannermen of House Silverblade."

-Signed,

Ser Charles Silverblade

Ser Audric Silverblade

In Character

 

Name: Shorty Steeshanks

Age: 200ish

Race: Dwarf

What are your professions and talents?: Fighting

Previous military experience: Fought in every single war since the First Dwarf-Orc war in Aegis

Do you agree to follow the Oath of Allegiance?: Yes

 

Out of Character

 

MC Name: Leland/2

Do you have skype? (Not Required): Yes, Leland2222

Do you have teamspeak? (Not Required): Yes

Do you have an accepted villain application? (Include a link to your VA):

I have a VA for 1a, 2a and 2b as well as 4a and 4b

Accepted, welcome to the Guardians 'Shorty'.

Charles Silverblade writes another letter to be sent to Augustus Blackmont. The letter states that Charles will no longer be able to  support Augustus's claim to the title, King of Hanseti, as he is not within the power of House Silverblade to make such claims. Once Charles is finished with the letter he reads over it, and then a few moments later he nods and dips his seal into some wax, then stamps it upon the letter. The letter is then sent to the Dreadfort.

A letter is sent to Lord Blackmont, Augustus Blackmont:

"His Lordship, Charles Silverblade, Unlanded Count of House Silverblade, supports the legitimacy of this claim, and therefore is said of all immediate Silverblades of his bloodline hereby give support to Lord Blackmont, Augustus Blackmont."

Charles reads the flier and sends a note:

"I will send the bags of dirt down to your settlement in agreement for six bags of grain."

Signed, Ser Charles the Hunter

Charles Greymane rides up to the front gates of the Palace and dismounts his horse, he sends his page away to tie it up as he ascends the stairs to enter into the Throne Room. He waits patiently as the line shortens until it is his turn to speak, he kneels before the Emperor and kisses his ring, makes a cross over his heart and speaks when told to.

"Your Imperial Majesty, I come to you today to settle the dispute of who claims ownership over the County of the Greymarsh and all that is held within its claim. I recently sold the rights to the lands under the assumption that I had the authority to do so and found out later that the Duke of Corpathia made a mistake in telling me that I was allowed to continue on with the Sale. I beg for your help upon the matter and wish to have you remove all my claims upon the land and settle this issue between the Greymanes, the Duchy of Corpathia, and the Chapter of the Lion."

Charles finishes giving his speech and looks up to the Emperor, awaiting his response.

Charles is casually striding down the strees of Salvus when he spots the papers, intrigued he reads through them and smiles. "Hmm, this would be the perfect Anniversary gift for Alanas..." he says as he strokes his beard. He reaches within his cloak and retrieves a small notepad and a bit of charcoal. When he is finished writing his response, it reads as is:

"Addressed to a Miss Catriona Bronte,

I wish to purchase a copy of the cook book described in the pamphlet I found in Salvus, I particularly loved the recipe for garlic bread and can practically already taste it. Where and when would you like to meet, so that we might be able to make the sale?"

-Signed, Ser Charles the Hunter."

Looking over his work, he nods with satisfaction and tacks it onto the board.

*After reading the note he has it torn down and replaced about an hour later with a new copy that states that the Carrions are now allowed to participate.*

OOC:

MC NAME: The_Exiled_One

CHARACTER NAME: Valdax Oussana

RELATION: Cousin of Khel Oussana and twin of Kern Oussana

The Marsh Rangers

A recruitment flier is tacked upon various notice boards throughout many of  Oren’s Settlements.

Introduction

The Marsh Rangers of House Greymane are a military branch of the Silverblade Bannermen, they act as the scouts, spies, and sometimes saboteurs for the Silverblades and their vassals. They are also a military group within Oren itself and act as their archers when needed. The Rangers are an unofficial order of the Order of the Red Dragon and are loyal to a creed of rules that binds a code of honour amongst each and every ranger as brothers in arms. If you are in search of a tight nit group of seasoned fighters, then join the Marsh Rangers today!

Who are the Marsh Rangers?

The Marsh Rangers are one of the elite forces of the Empire’s military, and are thought of highly among the Nation and its nobles. They are often chosen as scouts or infiltrators and they never disobey their orders, by creed, they are forced to serve their terms. The Marsh Rangers rely on Stealth and Accuracy to fulfill their most frequent assignments.

Not only are they infiltrators, but they are trained highly with Archery and can shoot a bird in midair 100 paces away [148 meters, one meter = one block]. They spend countless years training their Apprentices how to use a bow and several other weapons as well. They are known well in the use of Combat for our: Archery, Throwing, Dual Wielding, and Speed. It is optional for Members of the Order to train in additional skills but it must be done in their own spare time.

What do we look for?

We are looking for fighters that are willing to give their lives in times of War to gather information, to infiltrate nations, cities, homes, and to scout ahead our marching armies for dangers. You must be willing to discreetly break the laws of other Nations, to kill for political assassinations or if someone knows too much, to steal back items of value, to do anything to aid Oren and her allies. You must be willing to give your life to the benefit of the Empire.

What can we grant you?

You will receive free shelter within our camp sites and towers, free armor [[Leather to Iron]] during times of War if needed, and free food. This includes access to our farms, base, and watch-posts. You will also be granted the ability of prestige and status within the Oren Military and earn the protection of our allies when in your own times of need.

Duties:

A ranger's everyday duty is to watch the roads of the Empire, scout for enemy encampments, and attempt to locate notorious thieves. Because of the small number rangers travel in, they usually don't engage the bandits by themselves. Rangers remember where the bandits or enemy were, and then report it to the other military groups, accompanying the group to the fight and offering whatever aid they can. Along with their normal duties, rangers must also keep a tab on things that happen in the nation.

Lore

The Marsh Rangers were originally a small group of huntsman that had only fought the occasional pack of wolves or other beasts that entered the Greymarsh. Their leader, Ser Charles the Hunter, lead the small group and was later commissioned by his Cousin Grand Ser Uthor Silverblade The Steadfast, who at the time needed a regiment of Archers to help protect his land and men when in times of war.

The Marsh Rangers have now become an important group within Oren’s Military hierarchy, and have allied with other groups such as the Lion Knight Chapter, the Emerald Rangers, and the Silverblade bannermen.

Rangers Creed, Ranks, and Other

The Creed:

The Ranger Creed is our base foundation, this is what we live and learn from and this is what guides our existence within Anthos. The defiling of this creed leads to the prompt execution. [[Note that if you join the Rangers, and you defy the Creed, your execution will make you forget all of your experiences in the Ranger Corps]]

 

• All Fellow Rangers will never be insulted, harmed, or abandoned by you.

• Any Citizens of Oren or allying Nations/Cities will never be harmed unless proper reason.

• You will never give sensitive information to anyone else, nor will you give information to another Ranger in a public location.

• You will always wear proper uniform while on duty, please do not wear it while off duty.

• You may always question orders, but you will never disobey them.

• You are entitled to your own opinion, just do not do something stupid.

• You will never betray the creed unless you have served your term, been dismissed, or have been executed for other reasons.

Ranks:

The order runs on by Ranks and Specialties, Ranks provide what authority you own within the Order, Specialties will provide what you are known best for within the order, what you have studied in most. All Ranks above you can order you to do something, if you find as if someone of higher rank than you is abusing their power then contact either the Commander, Lieutenant, or Sergeant.

 

Commander

The Head of the Ranger Corps, the main one in charge and only responds to the Emperor and the Grand Ser. He leads the Rangers in the highest position possible, and has mastered the ways of the ranger.

 

Lieutenant(s)

They are the the Second in Command of the Rangers, When the Commander is not there to run the Rangers they are the ones put in charge.

 

Sergeant(s)

They are the elite Rangers, the seasoned rangers of the Ranger Corps, they command a group of three Rangers assigned to them and are respected among the corps.

 

Ranger(s)

The Initial Rank received when becoming an official Ranger, you have studied within the ways of the Rangers and have finally become to be a full fledged and initiated Ranger. You receive your Silver Badge.

 

Ranger Apprentice(s)

The lowest of the Rangers, you are beginning your training in the Rangers and learning our ways. You are required to show to us that you can truly uphold the position. Only now does one learn the ways of leading a double-life. You receive the Bronze Badge.

 

Ranger Initiate(s)

A person who is still undergoing assessment. All that apply are automatically this rank. You are to show that you have the mental and physical condition to begin training as a ranger. Has no badge. [[initiates will usually be taken under the wing of a Ranger and his Apprentice. They will be given one elven week to prove that they deserve to become a ranger.]]

 

Veteran(s)

The Retired Rangers, You have stayed among our corps for a while and have finally left us to live your life in peace. You finally receive your Golden Badge of retirement to keep if you ever wish to reunite.

Specialties:

As said above, Specialties are chosen groups that a Ranger may become, this tells us what you've are studying most and what you can do best to help the order. Only sergeants or higher may learn three, otherwise you may only learn two once you become a full fledged ranger. The first Specialty, Ranger, is a required specialty and you have no choice but to learn this one first. [[Note: You should choose the two/three that best fits your CURRENT skills. If you wish to switch specialties, there must be an RP reason, not "I want to try cooking stuff now".]]

 

Ranger

Stealthy, quick, and wise of their actions, these men think twice before taking a simple step. You rely on the bow, throwing knifes [[RP throwing knifes]], and deadly accuracy to get out of tight spots and even then they are never safe.

 

Swordsman

Many Rangers do not chose this path, but you have privately trained among the Knights of Oren and learned their way with the Sword. You rely on the sword and brute force to get out of tight spots.Now you are thrice as Deadly but Twice as slow.

 

Blacksmith

You have learned the arts of Crafting and Repairing Weapons and Armor, you are needed among the Rangers to keep our security safe. You rely on the fire and anvil to maintain your fellow brother's lethalness.

 

Hunter and Cook

All though all Rangers are suppose to hunt when necessary, one of your main jobs is to hunt for food and gather resources, this involves gathering wood, collecting wheat to grind into bred, and to hunt game. You rely on the land's animals and the oven's fire to keep your fellow rangers feed.

Pay:

Pay is only supplied by the Commander. Each member of the order is paid certain amounts, based on their rank. There is a base pay, and bonuses for duties done, which is 10% of each rank's base pay. Each member is paid per elven week. Pay can be withheld if the Commander deems necessary, such as being too inactive. It is up to the ranger himself to request pay. If a ranger forgets to ask for pay, they will not be paid. Bonuses are given out when a ranger completes a given task. It can be either paid cumulatively on pay day, or immediately after task completion. Amount of minas in a bonus is based on rank.

 

Lieutenant(s)

Base Pay: 200 minas per week.

 

Sergeant(s)

Base Pay: 100 minas per week.

 

Ranger(s)

Base pay: 50 minas per week.

 

Ranger Apprentice(s)

None.

 

Ranger Initiate(s)

None.

 

Veteran(s)

None.

Housing:

Each Ranger is provided a tent to share with another Ranger, each Ranger is provide a footlocker and base supplies that are their responsibility to keep in working condition. It is up to the Ranger himself to let their Sergeants know when they are in need of certain types of gear.

The Initiation:

You are now learned in the Lore of the Rangers, and you now have what is needed to become one. Below is our Application Form. We give you your final warning here though, Living a Ranger is hard, you will be captured at times, tortured, but to never give in to Death is the way of life for us. If you have any old grudges against the legitimate Ruler of Oren or any other officials we advise for you to turn back now, after joining the only way out is to serve your time as a Ranger, or die either by execution from Oren, or execution by other Nations. You also hereby give your full and undying loyalty to Oren.

Let the Initiation begin.

Below the informational pamphlet, you find the application form. Underneath the application form is a cooing pigeon, ready to take your application to the rangers

Application For The Rangers:

Out of Character information

[MC Name]:

[Age]:

[Time-Zone]:

[How much time you can be online per day]:

[How long have you been playing on the server?]:

[Why do you, as a player, want to be a Ranger?]:

[Do you have TS?]:

[How did you hear of us OOCly]?:

In Character Information

Name:

Have you read, and understood, the Creed?:

Race:

Age:

Experience:

Why do you wish to join?:

Describe your personality:

Describe your personal attributes:

Will you be one hundred percent loyal to Oren and to the rangers? Do you consider yourself a loyal person?:

Who or what have you been loyal to in the past, are you still loyal to them now? Explain why/why not?:

How did you hear of us [[RPly]]?:

Do you understand you, as a ranger, will be fighting for Oren and her people?

Some Additional Out of Character Questions

[show me you know how to talk in OOC:]

[Will you, both ICly and OOCly, commit yourself to being a ranger?]:

[Link to VA for applying character if you have a VA:]

[When applying, grammar and capitalization matter!]

[[Note: You may get your application accepted, but still get the boot later on due to unsatisfactory RP skills.]]

[[Note: Upon acceptance you will be given the skin of the Rangers.]]

This is some really nice stuff you got there, keep up the awesome work Keem! :)

For unknown reasons a courier arrives with a letter bearing the seal of House Greymane, inside the letter it states that the Greymane's are going back on their previous statement and wish to contain a presence of neutrality in the proposal, therefore withdrawing from pact amongst the Houses.

[[updated a few more things to the Family list.]]

((Perhaps instead of assuming that you're the only ones left who speak it, you should get your facts together. I am willing to bet that you and charles were not the only two who taught Mori out of the whole race and as far as I am aware, not one person in this thread has claimed that they are in fact, Mori. The one elf in this thread that is mainly speaking in Mori was legitimately taught, so can therefore use it. You have no right to say that they can't and perhaps your list needs updating.

 

As for the term drow, there really is no need to bring it up as it has already been raised before. ))

((I have no issue with others knowing it, they aren't harming me and as far as I know both you and Ura have both learned of it rply and it doesn't bother me. Valdax lived with the Mori, which is why he knows the language and even though the people may speak the language in the thread, doesn't mean that everyone can actually understand them, so Pillan please calm down about it and leave it be. Also, I haven't taught the language to anyone, so if anyone claims that I did, please have them talk to me.))