"My friends, companions, and followers. I have a major announcement to make, one that will forever change the course of this ship and its mission.
“For the last six months, my sole enemy on land and at sea has been the Great British Empire and their corrupt puppets in the United Merchant Conglomerate. The Empire is organized in a hierarchical, caste-based system based on an officer’s physical well-being and loyalty to Queen Victoria XV, who has served as the Empire’s longest-ruling monarch due to her vampiric nature and aversion to regicide.”
Cairn pauses for a moment to take a deep breath. “You all have joined the crew of this ship for a variety of reasons. Many of you seek to escape from the wider world and its many evils, most notably our crumbling governments and failing institutions. Some have joined out of boredom, or a feeling of stagnation; these folks are searching for the new purpose and sense of productivity that we on the Barnacle can easily provide. “All of you have faced violence, be it physical or emotional; all of you have felt hopeless and alone; and all of you have looked to this ship as a sanctuary, a sort of warrior’s respite. That’s not to say the Bloody Barnacle is a safe place, far from it, but it provides a sort of familial trust — the knowledge that we can rely on each other when all else fails.” He shakes his head. “I apologize, friends — I’m rambling. My intent is to inform you of two facts. The first is that I’ve been lying to you, and the second is that the Queen is dead.”
Cairn smiles, showing pointed teeth. “You see, my friends, I’ve been drafting you — analyzing each and every one of you, deciding who to recruit to my faction and who to discard entirely. This group in particular has shown great promise, and I hope you all realize I hold you all in the highest regard.
“Oh, yes, this vessel isn’t the only Bloody Barnacle sailing across the seven seas — far from it! The Notched Blades, led by yours truly, has assembled a grand fleet of these majestic watercraft — eighteen sailing ships, twelve galleons like this one, and two experimental ‘submersibles’ crafted by the brightest minds in the Spider Guild. My goal has always been to take down the Queen and her followers, by any means necessary, but now that goal has shifted. Drastically.
“The deed wasn’t my doing. It was a calculated sabotage from the inside, led by a trio of the Ol’ Vic’s most trusted generals. It seems that these fine folks were dissatisfied with their roles in the Empire’s hierarchy, and decided it’d be much better off without these bothersome ghouls running things. Can’t say I disagree. I believe this group has already met one of the generals, one 'Beves Athene.’ Well done handling his crew, by the way — one of the other Barnacles didn’t get away so easily.”
Cairn shrugs. “That’s all I got, to be honest. Our war with the Empire is only just beginning, and I’ve just received word of the whereabouts of another general, an old enemy of mine called Caspian Reeves. I’ll happily share more information on the details of the Queen’s death, in which our very own Alistair Tao played an instrumental role. New Zealand is a nice place to live, and if you feel overly betrayed by my deception you’re free to leave now. However, if you decide to stay, I promise you things will soon be getting very, very interesting.”
*These posts mark the beginning of the Apocalypse Yesterday arc. I’ll be more fully fleshing out this campaign setting as the plot develops, and hopefully I can restore this place to its former glory while I’m at it. This doesn’t mean Monks’ encounter is over, only that the overall world order has shifted slightly. What emerges from the ashes of the old Empire is up to you all to decide.*
*Incidentally, an Athene Crusader rematch is almost certainly coming. Just watch out for the dragons.*
Sergei is scribbling on a parchment. He is surrounded by piles of paper and spilled ink bottles. He looks frustrated.
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My name’s Gradius, this is my second account :P I love Hollow Knight and I have been on ddb for a while. Come rp with me anytime! It is my purpose. My title that was given to me by Drummer is…SPIRIT OF THE WEST, GUARDIAN OF THE HOLLOWS.
No cost too great. No mind to think. No will to break. No voice to cry suffering. Born of God and Void.
*As Bananer said. Provided you're okay with it, Markell, being part of the ingame crew also makes you a "mod" by default. This means your name and character will be added to the OP, and if people were ever violating the rules here you're allowed to tell them to get lost.*
*However, if you don't wanna be a mod I won't force you to. The choice is yours.*
*ah [gp] i made the Oni a part of the notched blades do i have to recall that now*
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I’m a decent DM and an above average rules lawyer
I have several complete Pokedexes | I may be stupid, but at least I’m not smart!
Stay Paranoid!! My Drummer given title is… Swift as the Dragon
*As Bananer said. Provided you're okay with it, Markell, being part of the ingame crew also makes you a "mod" by default. This means your name and character will be added to the OP, and if people were ever violating the rules here you're allowed to tell them to get lost.*
*However, if you don't wanna be a mod I won't force you to. The choice is yours.*
*ah [gp] i made the Oni a part of the notched blades do i have to recall that now*
*No, that was clumsy wording on my part. Looking back through the Tavernpedia, there are multiple characters that are in the Notched Blades without having to be mods in the actual thread. Mind telling me the oni’s name or giving them a good title, so I can add them to the OP?*
*As Bananer said. Provided you're okay with it, Markell, being part of the ingame crew also makes you a "mod" by default. This means your name and character will be added to the OP, and if people were ever violating the rules here you're allowed to tell them to get lost.*
*However, if you don't wanna be a mod I won't force you to. The choice is yours.*
*ah [gp] i made the Oni a part of the notched blades do i have to recall that now*
*No, that was clumsy wording on my part. Looking back through the Tavernpedia, there are multiple characters that are in the Notched Blades without having to be mods in the actual thread. Mind telling me the oni’s name or giving them a good title, so I can add them to the OP?*
*Sorry for the confusion, that’s on me.*
*they don’t actually have a name… call them the eternal spellcaster*
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I’m a decent DM and an above average rules lawyer
I have several complete Pokedexes | I may be stupid, but at least I’m not smart!
Stay Paranoid!! My Drummer given title is… Swift as the Dragon
*think Orion needs to be added. Ig his title can be like The Steam Shield or smth*
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My name’s Gradius, this is my second account :P I love Hollow Knight and I have been on ddb for a while. Come rp with me anytime! It is my purpose. My title that was given to me by Drummer is…SPIRIT OF THE WEST, GUARDIAN OF THE HOLLOWS.
No cost too great. No mind to think. No will to break. No voice to cry suffering. Born of God and Void.
*Nothing much. Alistair returned with news of the Queen's death, and the Captain gave a speech in the spoiler below.*
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*Not much, although the captain did just reveal the queen is dead and that there's actually many Bloody Barnacles instead of one.*
Hello! I am a perfectly sane gibberer. Hi! :D
Locations are dead, the Temple of Potassium has fallen but its ideals live on
A mysterious link of chain... (Extended signature). PRAISE JEFF THE EVIL ROOMBA! REALLY cool video.
One of the Warlock Patrons on the forums. Low, low price of your soul, your firstborn child and your liver!
Titles: The Echoing Story Spewer from Drummer, the Endless Maws from Isis, the Mad Murderer from PJ
Sergei is scribbling on a parchment. He is surrounded by piles of paper and spilled ink bottles. He looks frustrated.
My name’s Gradius, this is my second account :P I love Hollow Knight and I have been on ddb for a while. Come rp with me anytime! It is my purpose. My title that was given to me by Drummer is…SPIRIT OF THE WEST, GUARDIAN OF THE HOLLOWS.
No cost too great. No mind to think. No will to break. No voice to cry suffering. Born of God and Void.
TRON LIVES
"I know. But there's only so much I can do with blinding 'em." His rod brightens up a bit.
Hello! I am a perfectly sane gibberer. Hi! :D
Locations are dead, the Temple of Potassium has fallen but its ideals live on
A mysterious link of chain... (Extended signature). PRAISE JEFF THE EVIL ROOMBA! REALLY cool video.
One of the Warlock Patrons on the forums. Low, low price of your soul, your firstborn child and your liver!
Titles: The Echoing Story Spewer from Drummer, the Endless Maws from Isis, the Mad Murderer from PJ
"More then you think my friend, sight is more powerful then most know."
What's life without a little war to spice things up? Anyone who worries about the little things should notice the bigger picture.
I am (As drummerboy stated) The master of many faces, The unseen puppeteer, The illumination, & The unnoticed influence.
Favorite games series: Dark Souls. Shirtless Solaire. Best best game series of all time: Paper Mario. Fight me about it.
Etiam im librum scribo
"It's only for a bit before they can see. And then I need time to regain the energy."
Hello! I am a perfectly sane gibberer. Hi! :D
Locations are dead, the Temple of Potassium has fallen but its ideals live on
A mysterious link of chain... (Extended signature). PRAISE JEFF THE EVIL ROOMBA! REALLY cool video.
One of the Warlock Patrons on the forums. Low, low price of your soul, your firstborn child and your liver!
Titles: The Echoing Story Spewer from Drummer, the Endless Maws from Isis, the Mad Murderer from PJ
*Hey, Baalze. Mind reminding me of the name of your chef character? I believe it began with a "B," but I'm not entirely sure.*
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*low battery, gtg. I'll be back on later.*
Hello! I am a perfectly sane gibberer. Hi! :D
Locations are dead, the Temple of Potassium has fallen but its ideals live on
A mysterious link of chain... (Extended signature). PRAISE JEFF THE EVIL ROOMBA! REALLY cool video.
One of the Warlock Patrons on the forums. Low, low price of your soul, your firstborn child and your liver!
Titles: The Echoing Story Spewer from Drummer, the Endless Maws from Isis, the Mad Murderer from PJ
*Chef Auguste Douxchets Barbeau.*
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
*ah [gp] i made the Oni a part of the notched blades do i have to recall that now*
I’m a decent DM and an above average rules lawyer
I have several complete Pokedexes | I may be stupid, but at least I’m not smart!
Stay Paranoid!! My Drummer given title is… Swift as the Dragon
May the dice roll ever in your favor
*Much appreciated, my fiendish friend.*
*No, that was clumsy wording on my part. Looking back through the Tavernpedia, there are multiple characters that are in the Notched Blades without having to be mods in the actual thread. Mind telling me the oni’s name or giving them a good title, so I can add them to the OP?*
*Sorry for the confusion, that’s on me.*
Terra Lubridia archive:
The Bloody Barnacle | The Gut | The Athene Crusader | The Jewel of Atlantis
Damian is having a grand old time dancing on a table.
What's life without a little war to spice things up? Anyone who worries about the little things should notice the bigger picture.
I am (As drummerboy stated) The master of many faces, The unseen puppeteer, The illumination, & The unnoticed influence.
Favorite games series: Dark Souls. Shirtless Solaire. Best best game series of all time: Paper Mario. Fight me about it.
Etiam im librum scribo
*they don’t actually have a name… call them the eternal spellcaster*
I’m a decent DM and an above average rules lawyer
I have several complete Pokedexes | I may be stupid, but at least I’m not smart!
Stay Paranoid!! My Drummer given title is… Swift as the Dragon
May the dice roll ever in your favor
Updates:
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Wait I wanted his job to be his title. The handsome devil part was just pun.
What's life without a little war to spice things up? Anyone who worries about the little things should notice the bigger picture.
I am (As drummerboy stated) The master of many faces, The unseen puppeteer, The illumination, & The unnoticed influence.
Favorite games series: Dark Souls. Shirtless Solaire. Best best game series of all time: Paper Mario. Fight me about it.
Etiam im librum scribo
Oh, alright. What should I write there?
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Surprise me if it isn't too much to ask.
What's life without a little war to spice things up? Anyone who worries about the little things should notice the bigger picture.
I am (As drummerboy stated) The master of many faces, The unseen puppeteer, The illumination, & The unnoticed influence.
Favorite games series: Dark Souls. Shirtless Solaire. Best best game series of all time: Paper Mario. Fight me about it.
Etiam im librum scribo
*think Orion needs to be added. Ig his title can be like The Steam Shield or smth*
My name’s Gradius, this is my second account :P I love Hollow Knight and I have been on ddb for a while. Come rp with me anytime! It is my purpose. My title that was given to me by Drummer is…SPIRIT OF THE WEST, GUARDIAN OF THE HOLLOWS.
No cost too great. No mind to think. No will to break. No voice to cry suffering. Born of God and Void.
TRON LIVES
What's life without a little war to spice things up? Anyone who worries about the little things should notice the bigger picture.
I am (As drummerboy stated) The master of many faces, The unseen puppeteer, The illumination, & The unnoticed influence.
Favorite games series: Dark Souls. Shirtless Solaire. Best best game series of all time: Paper Mario. Fight me about it.
Etiam im librum scribo
*Ooo, nice one.*
*Sure thing. Although I did really like the handsome devil. It’s so clever.*
Terra Lubridia archive:
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