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Burning X: An Original X-Men RPG
The Information
The Xavier Institute for Gifted Youngsters is no ordinary place.
The youngsters that attend the institution are, in face, more than gifted; they are mutants.
Mutants are classified as humanoids that have specifically altered DNA, thus giving them abnormal abilities.
The Xavier Institute was founded by Charles Xavier. His vision was to form a 'safe haven' for all mutants. A place where they could interact with others like them, learn to control their abilities, and develop their powers. His vision has now became a known reality amoung mutants. Many come at an early age, leaving behind family just to learn more about themselves. Some come well into their teenage years, tired of living with the secret burden of having powers. Yet others come late in life, seeking refuge from a world that hasn't accepted them because they are talented. The Institute turns no mutant away.
The Plot
The date is September 4, 2006. It has been four months since the death of Jean Grey and Scott Summers, and five since the death of Charles Xavier. A lot has changed over the four months. Ororo Munroe, alias Storm, has taken over the school as headmistress. The students return with a new hope for the future. They cling desperately to the hope that this will be a normal year. A year free of the threat of extermination and war.
The X-Men, an elite, select group of students from the Institute, are now, more than ever, keeping a close watch on things. They spend very little time at the Institute, opting to stay mobile, in case of an emergency. Only when Storm calls upon them do they all gather together.
On September 4, two hours before the students are to return, all the X-Men recieve a call from Storm. Professor Xavier is alive.
As they all gather in the congress room, Storm relays the details of the remarkable story to the rest of the group.
Professor Xavier was born with a twin. Because of his immense power, the twin with born brain dead, left without brain function and nervous activity. He is a living vegetable - until that fateful morning, when he moved his head, and spoke directly to the nurse that was tending to him. As it turned out, this was the plan all along. If something should ever happen to him, Xavier would transfer his life energy into his twin, thus combining his mind and the twin's body.
Storm gives directions for the rest of the X-Men to go to the hospital and evalute the Professor, while she stays behind and welcomes the students.
Logan, Kitty, Bobby, Hank, Peter, and Warren head to the hospital. Upon arriving, Professor Xavier relates to them his whole plan. The group is amazed at his new found vibrance. No longer confined to a wheelchair, the professor is far more active than ever before.
Soon afterward, the professor (who has signed himself out of the hospital) and the X-Men head back to the institution. Storm, who has officially greeted the students, listens intently as Xavier relates his story once again. He also tells her that he wishes she remain as headmistress of the school. When asked why, he stood up, smiled at the group, and simply said, "I have things to attend to." He walked out the door.
Now, the school year has to go on. Storm and the rest of the X-Men don't have time to marvel over the recent events. The X-Men must get back to their posts, and Storm must get back to the school.
Now, they wait anxiously for news from Xavier, and continue with their lives.
The Rules
1) All characters MUST be original. Canon character are currently not being accepted into the game. They will make apperances as called for by the plot (played by a mod), but at the moment, only characters that are created for this game may be used. The character application can be found here. If you would like to have a thread with a canon character, ask and present a good case and the mods will consider it.
2) This game is considered AU, due to some facts/information being tweaked. HOWEVER, most information from the movies can be used. Ex: The Golden Gate Bridge Scene did happen. Most canon events are still intact. If you have any questions, please, contact a mod.
3) Each character is required to have a character journal. These journals are used for character thoughts // ideas // etc. Without them, your character would have no option to interact with others outside of gameplay. These journals are also the only acceptable way to post in character. No personal journals may be used.
4) Along with that, each character must have a PB or a body model. PBs must be an actor/actress/model. All PBs must be age-appropriate. No using a thirty year old PB for a twelve year old student, please. PBs are the only way for other members to get an actual visual of what your character looks like.
5) Since this game is made up of entirely original characters, you do not actually have to have knowledge of the X-Men fandom. If you feel that you would like to play, then simply fill out an application, and those of us who are well versed in the fandom will be more than glad to help you out! Also, remember that Wikipedia is your friend! :)
6) Please, try to keep your character within reasonable limits. This means no all-powerful characters. Your character must have weaknesses to balance out the strengths. Please remember this, and also recall the fact that Level 5 mutants are very rare.
7) Third person is to be used during In Game threading; First person may be used in journal enteries.
8) Currently, the set character limit is five (5). This means that you can have no more than five characters In Game at once. Also on this note, you must wait two weeks (2) before applying with another character. Also keep in mind that you must be active (with all your current characters) to gain the right to another character.
9) One In Game week will equal two Out of Character (OOC) weeks. Therefore, for each week in game, you will get two (2) real time weeks to play it. A new week will be posted every two weeks. The new week post will include important information and newspaper headlines for each day.
10) For each opening post, certain information MUST be included. Information such as Date, Time, Week, Characters, Location, and Reason must be included.
Please use this format when posting a new thread:
11) Choose your characters wisely, only those that you THINK you will enjoy playing. It is understandable that some characters may want to be dropped, but please remember that dropping a character out of 'boredom' is frowned upon. This will only be allowed rarely.
12) Your character has the option to have an alias. This is the name that most people will identify with their powers. For example, Professor Munroe's alias is Storm. Most students have chosen an alias at or around the age of 13. However, it is not required, though please understand that if they do not pick their own alias, nicknames will begin floating around the school, and one of those are likely to stick.
13) Adult positions are far more rare and difficult to get. Please do not take the application lightly.
14) This game is rated PG-13, therefore no sexual content may be featured here. Implying it to an extent is fine, though no graphic detail. Also, only mild swearing is accepted.
15) Please, use your common sense. Social standards still apply within the school. Student/Teacher relationships are not allowed, and will be dealt with accordingly. Drugs, alcohol, and sneaking out are ALSO not permitted, though we understand that some teenagers do it. Please, exercise caution when dealing with this subject matter. There is a fine line. Try not to cross it.
16) Out of Character knowledge is NOT permitted to interfere with the game. Unless your character finds out about something in game, they don't know about it.
17) Students are expected to be in class, therefore they show up for class. If one is caught cutting class, appropriate steps will be taken (ex: detention). Also, if you play a professor, they are expected to post classroom threads. They are under the same rules as the students. If they cancel a class without prior permission, the appropriate steps will be taken with them also. (ex: Being called to the headmistresses office; suspension; fired) The latter will only be used as a last result.
18) Like previously stated, mutants of all ages are accepted into the school. However, to actually enter the academic portion of the school, it is suggested they be within the age range of seven and eighteen. However, if a mutant with exceptional abilites comes along that is older, and in the MUCH less likely instance, younger, they will be allowed to enter the school to learn, rather than just as a refuge.
19) Students over the age of fifteen may be eligible for the X-Men training program. Please understand that many students will not be accepted into the program, therefore, a limit of two (2) characters per player in this program will be allowed. You may put a request for this in your application and the mods will accept/reject it, or you may play for a while and then make a request for it in Plot Permission.
20) If you have any questions // comments // concerns, please feel free to contact the mods. We are here for your questions, and we want to help your playing experience more enjoyable.
Moderators
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