Post by Filendie on Dec 14, 2006 17:44:48 GMT -5
The Library
Welcome to the Central Alasean library, I am Filendie. Don’t let my appearance hinder you, I am merely a librarian. Here you will be pointed in the right direction to start your journey in the pages of our history books and the binds of our scrolls. Be careful though, some of these parchments are older than the tallest trees and the wisest elves. Knowledge is power, and without power you will be bested at every turn and every moral questioned. If you have been appointed a task or are in the middle of an important errand, you may scroll all the way down and find the short list of links and information you will need. You're free to do that instead of following my advice, but if you can, stay a while and listen to what knowledge I can depart on you.
Come, follow me my friend, don’t worry you are in the best of hands, librarians don't bite, we save that for after working hours. Take a seat at the table and whatever you need just ask. It is my job to pass on the required knowledge to future generations and current ones. If I had my way the knowledge you all need is to be found with sweat and blood... but the teaching I will have for you are for another time. So I'll tell you what I feel will be important. I shall start by telling you about our world as it stands now.
This world is not the world it once was. Mystical being used to walk the land, Elves, Dwarves, Og’res and Nyphai, even Merai filled the seas before something stirred in the depths of the world. Something that resides in a place called Black Hall just off of the Bay of T’lek. An evil place filled with horrors beyond even my imagination, where things lurk and wait for you in the day and night, on land and sea, in the sky and under the ground. This is only the area surrounding the cursed place, no one has even been able to get within ten miles of the place without being killed and forced back. They were the fortunate ones; others have gone crazy with the terrors out there... but this… this is not the only things you need to watch out for. Twisted creatures, dark magic’s and twisted Elementals called the Ill’Guard are what you need to look out for. They are thinly scattered throughout the world. They are powerful especially the Ill’Guard, Dark magic taints the once good elementals and they change into monsters who serve the dark one… Anyway enough of this but one final warning... Never go to Blackhall or even try to, not without an army of invincible warriors at least. Let us leave this dreadful talk behind; even though there is an evil in the world, the land of Alasea is not doomed yet. There are roomers of a Wit’ch, a one of a kind Wit’ch whose bloodline died out hundreds of years ago, but this one has risen and is thwarting all efforts of the Dark Ones attempts to rid the world of her. These are only roomers of course, but these days’ myth and roomers and normally correct.
Lets stick to facts for the moment, well facts that are written may not be true but they are the best thing we have. Historians have transcribed the events of the past, everything that has led to this point, this world we now try to survive on. But to read all of it would take you four lifetimes, so I will tell you the relevant facts.
In the past countries have fought wars and battled for there lives, as is the way of the world. Nearly all of the great cities that once stood now lay in ruins or badly damaged. Races have lived and died or been ran from there home lands to make new homes elsewhere. Most of the other races have been forced to certain lands and sections of the world, normally living in huge groups and fitting entire civilisations into small areas. The Si’Lura (Shape Shifters) have been forced to hide in the forests of the western reaches. The Elvin have abandoned the land to live in the sky, a magical shelter of clouds and storms surround them and protect them, also giving them small natural gifts of the element Wind. The Merai have also left the land behind and have been forced into the seas when they banished people to live on the land. In the sea they live in big living creatures where they have massive colonies, each one is there equivalent to a tiny country. Dwarfs are a race that have been told to have served the Dark Lord and have thought to have been wiped out; no one knows where they reside because no one knows if they still live or not. Most of these facts I find I think are untrue, I think they are children’s stories and things to satisfy the young ones waiting for a story at night and people have believed in them so much they became true in there own eyes.
However BloodRiders are a band of people in this world for real. They have decided that they are better on the seas and live in ships, only stopping at land for supplies where others spend half there time on the land and half at sea. Og’re’s also have there share of the western reaches, living in the mountains in two separate tribes, one near the northern fang and the other at the southern fang. This leaves the Nyphai who have thought to have been wiped out by the Elvin. There magical home has been destroyed and twisted by wraiths of the fallen. There is a roomer of a Nyphai travelling with the Wit’ch but don’t count on that fact.
There is Magic in this world however… In this world magic isn’t the best of things to wield. The true essence of magic died a long time ago and all that’s left is Black and Evil magic’s. There are people who try to use it for the forces of good such as “The Mages Of Light” but people are weary and others are there at every turn to question them. Elementals are the closest thing to true magic that is left but it isn’t the magic that controls the person, it’s the person that controls the magic. Elementals aren’t specially chosen so the people that wield the powers could be either Good Or Bad and they are very rare.
The Lore Of The Land
Don’t think you can act how you want in the towns and cities of this world. There are rules you need to abide by, and trust me if you break too many your life wont be worth living. Here, take this and study it hard “The Forbidden Tablet.”
RPG Guide
Before you even so much as make another move, I suggest reading this small but helpful RPG Guide. It tells you how to act in this world to avoid being executed on the spot...or less dramatically...it tells you how to fit in so you can live a long and fulfilled life. There are a few, I don’t know what race or type of Fighting style you are but you will need these whatever you are. Here’s a Book about the Races and Mythical Races of this world “Alasea’s Inhabitants” (Races Thread) and one on Self defence, fighting and useful skills you may need.
Blacksmith
Down the road is one of the best and world famous black smiths in Alasea, he is so rich he’s almost giving his weapons away with the prices he has. Here’s a list of the things he has and remember, choose a weapon wisely and learn how to use it before trying another “The Smithies Handbook.” (Weapons Thread)
The Forgotten Parchments
Behind some of the shelves and hidden under the floors are ancient scrolls that can teach you in the ways of magic if you are brave enough to take on the task.
Apothecary
Around the corner is an unusual store, they claim to be able to heal all sorts of illnesses and make special potions to help defend yourself in the woods without using magic or resorting to violence. They are always looking for a young apprentice so why don’t you look on the notice Board over there and see if you are suited.
Entertainment Industry
Oh if you are interested there are jobs in the entertainment side of things. If you are one of the special ones you will be able to do wondrous things with an instrument.
Residence Of The World
The First off two things you may want to read about. This one lists important people who stand out from the crowd and wish to be noticed, or not but they are in here never the less. Here take it and see if you recognise anyone “History Of The People.” (History of the Peoples Thread)
Also there is another book recording different people’s experiences and lives, weather they be significant times of joy, sadness or relevance to those people. You may want to take your eyes over a few of them, mine is among them, but only read it in the strict confidence you will tell no one “Personal Diaries.” (Personal Diaries Thread)
Map Of Alasea
There is a scroll somewhere around here, on it is the map of Alasea, well what we know of so far, some could be different as places get ransacked and change all the time. You may need a copy, to do that go to the researchers place and ask for one; mind you they are expensive but useful “World Map.” (Map Of Alasea Thread)
Character Creation
If you get round to reading all of that you may want to write down your own records for others to read, maybe make a personal diary of your own. Before it gets put up you will need to get it sent off to be approved, here’s where to start writing it down “Record Sheets” Character Creation Thread”
The Teaching Begins
I'm aware you're probably very eager to venture out into the unknown and make a name for yourself as well as find adventure, live dangerously and on the edge...and to become rich and happy whilst doing so. But beware....many dangers lie out there...and not all of them are visible to your eyes so be warned and follow my advice if you want. I recommend visiting the “Training Encampment” (Training Centre) before you get in over your head. Even if you've been in battle before, there are always some tricks you can learn so you should always sign up. Signing up can be done right here at the “Training Sign Up Sheet.” (Training Sign Up Sheet Thread)
If you're new or don't yet feel so experienced at all then there is a part on one of the sheets you can fill out and they will teach you everything you need to know about Role-playing and how to conduct your posts..
Information Centre
At the entrance of the city there is a place to go and ask all sorts of questions, I will only tell you once so if you have anything else to ask that I may not be able to answer then it is there you must go. “Information Kiosk.” (Help! Thread)
You may even want to tell them some information you have picked up that they have not found out by themselves, for that there is a research place right next to them. They know all sorts of things but not everything “Researchers.” (Feedback Thread)
Grudge Match
If you feel like you just want to fight someone, or maybe you have made an enemy or two, there’s a place to do all the settling of arguments without the guards breathing down your neck. If you look on the town map over there you will see where to go “Battle Site” (Battle Grounds Thread)
Role-playing Threads
Here are the places everyone wants to go to make there mark in the world. It is these special places were things happen to you that cannot be changed, where you make friends, allies and enemies. The places are marked on the map over there if you would like to look at it later “The Playing Threads.” (Lands Of Alasea Thread”
Summery
I've grown weary and tired of our conversation and I imagine you're overwhelmed by all the information I've given you. Rest assured: you may read the vast knowledge of this old place anytime you want to and I will be around to help you too. I will give you a summary of Books and places to go for things. This has all the information I've just given you with a little extra... but a lot short and faster. Be safe, my friend and may the Gods favour you.
Starting
Introductions - Introduce yourself
Information
“The Forbidden Tablet.”
RPG Guide: “Alasea’s Inhabitants” (Races Thread) - “The Ways Of The Sword.” (Classes Thread)
Blacksmith: “The Smithies Handbook.” (Weapons Thread)
Residence Of The World: “History Of The People.” (History of the Peoples Thread) - “Personal Diaries.” (Personal Diaries Thread)
Character Creation: “Record Sheets” Character Creation Thread”
Map Of Alasea: “World Map.” (Map Of Alasea Thread)
Training/Gaining Levels
“Training Encampment” (Training Centre) -
“Training Sign Up Sheet.” (Training Sign Up Sheet Thread)
Questions
Information Centre: “Information Kiosk.” (Help! Thread) - “Researchers.” (Feedback Thread)
Fighting
Grudge Match: “Battle Site” (Battle Grounds Thread)
Main Role-play Threads
Role-playing Threads: “The Playing Threads.” (Lands Of Alasea Thread)
Out Of Character: The Out Of Character Chat Thread (OOC Chat Thread)
To Do-List For Newbies:
-Introduce Yourself in the Introductions Thread
- Read Newbie Guide and all relevant Threads
-Read the character creation sheet and make a bio
-Send in your Bio to the relevant person at the time and wait for approval.
- Sign up for special training at the Training Centre (Optional)
- Start rp-ing in public/private threads after bio approval
- Request a One on One Battle with another player After Bo is approved (Optional)
- Have fun
Welcome to the Central Alasean library, I am Filendie. Don’t let my appearance hinder you, I am merely a librarian. Here you will be pointed in the right direction to start your journey in the pages of our history books and the binds of our scrolls. Be careful though, some of these parchments are older than the tallest trees and the wisest elves. Knowledge is power, and without power you will be bested at every turn and every moral questioned. If you have been appointed a task or are in the middle of an important errand, you may scroll all the way down and find the short list of links and information you will need. You're free to do that instead of following my advice, but if you can, stay a while and listen to what knowledge I can depart on you.
Come, follow me my friend, don’t worry you are in the best of hands, librarians don't bite, we save that for after working hours. Take a seat at the table and whatever you need just ask. It is my job to pass on the required knowledge to future generations and current ones. If I had my way the knowledge you all need is to be found with sweat and blood... but the teaching I will have for you are for another time. So I'll tell you what I feel will be important. I shall start by telling you about our world as it stands now.
This world is not the world it once was. Mystical being used to walk the land, Elves, Dwarves, Og’res and Nyphai, even Merai filled the seas before something stirred in the depths of the world. Something that resides in a place called Black Hall just off of the Bay of T’lek. An evil place filled with horrors beyond even my imagination, where things lurk and wait for you in the day and night, on land and sea, in the sky and under the ground. This is only the area surrounding the cursed place, no one has even been able to get within ten miles of the place without being killed and forced back. They were the fortunate ones; others have gone crazy with the terrors out there... but this… this is not the only things you need to watch out for. Twisted creatures, dark magic’s and twisted Elementals called the Ill’Guard are what you need to look out for. They are thinly scattered throughout the world. They are powerful especially the Ill’Guard, Dark magic taints the once good elementals and they change into monsters who serve the dark one… Anyway enough of this but one final warning... Never go to Blackhall or even try to, not without an army of invincible warriors at least. Let us leave this dreadful talk behind; even though there is an evil in the world, the land of Alasea is not doomed yet. There are roomers of a Wit’ch, a one of a kind Wit’ch whose bloodline died out hundreds of years ago, but this one has risen and is thwarting all efforts of the Dark Ones attempts to rid the world of her. These are only roomers of course, but these days’ myth and roomers and normally correct.
Lets stick to facts for the moment, well facts that are written may not be true but they are the best thing we have. Historians have transcribed the events of the past, everything that has led to this point, this world we now try to survive on. But to read all of it would take you four lifetimes, so I will tell you the relevant facts.
In the past countries have fought wars and battled for there lives, as is the way of the world. Nearly all of the great cities that once stood now lay in ruins or badly damaged. Races have lived and died or been ran from there home lands to make new homes elsewhere. Most of the other races have been forced to certain lands and sections of the world, normally living in huge groups and fitting entire civilisations into small areas. The Si’Lura (Shape Shifters) have been forced to hide in the forests of the western reaches. The Elvin have abandoned the land to live in the sky, a magical shelter of clouds and storms surround them and protect them, also giving them small natural gifts of the element Wind. The Merai have also left the land behind and have been forced into the seas when they banished people to live on the land. In the sea they live in big living creatures where they have massive colonies, each one is there equivalent to a tiny country. Dwarfs are a race that have been told to have served the Dark Lord and have thought to have been wiped out; no one knows where they reside because no one knows if they still live or not. Most of these facts I find I think are untrue, I think they are children’s stories and things to satisfy the young ones waiting for a story at night and people have believed in them so much they became true in there own eyes.
However BloodRiders are a band of people in this world for real. They have decided that they are better on the seas and live in ships, only stopping at land for supplies where others spend half there time on the land and half at sea. Og’re’s also have there share of the western reaches, living in the mountains in two separate tribes, one near the northern fang and the other at the southern fang. This leaves the Nyphai who have thought to have been wiped out by the Elvin. There magical home has been destroyed and twisted by wraiths of the fallen. There is a roomer of a Nyphai travelling with the Wit’ch but don’t count on that fact.
There is Magic in this world however… In this world magic isn’t the best of things to wield. The true essence of magic died a long time ago and all that’s left is Black and Evil magic’s. There are people who try to use it for the forces of good such as “The Mages Of Light” but people are weary and others are there at every turn to question them. Elementals are the closest thing to true magic that is left but it isn’t the magic that controls the person, it’s the person that controls the magic. Elementals aren’t specially chosen so the people that wield the powers could be either Good Or Bad and they are very rare.
The Lore Of The Land
Don’t think you can act how you want in the towns and cities of this world. There are rules you need to abide by, and trust me if you break too many your life wont be worth living. Here, take this and study it hard “The Forbidden Tablet.”
RPG Guide
Before you even so much as make another move, I suggest reading this small but helpful RPG Guide. It tells you how to act in this world to avoid being executed on the spot...or less dramatically...it tells you how to fit in so you can live a long and fulfilled life. There are a few, I don’t know what race or type of Fighting style you are but you will need these whatever you are. Here’s a Book about the Races and Mythical Races of this world “Alasea’s Inhabitants” (Races Thread) and one on Self defence, fighting and useful skills you may need.
Blacksmith
Down the road is one of the best and world famous black smiths in Alasea, he is so rich he’s almost giving his weapons away with the prices he has. Here’s a list of the things he has and remember, choose a weapon wisely and learn how to use it before trying another “The Smithies Handbook.” (Weapons Thread)
The Forgotten Parchments
Behind some of the shelves and hidden under the floors are ancient scrolls that can teach you in the ways of magic if you are brave enough to take on the task.
Apothecary
Around the corner is an unusual store, they claim to be able to heal all sorts of illnesses and make special potions to help defend yourself in the woods without using magic or resorting to violence. They are always looking for a young apprentice so why don’t you look on the notice Board over there and see if you are suited.
Entertainment Industry
Oh if you are interested there are jobs in the entertainment side of things. If you are one of the special ones you will be able to do wondrous things with an instrument.
Residence Of The World
The First off two things you may want to read about. This one lists important people who stand out from the crowd and wish to be noticed, or not but they are in here never the less. Here take it and see if you recognise anyone “History Of The People.” (History of the Peoples Thread)
Also there is another book recording different people’s experiences and lives, weather they be significant times of joy, sadness or relevance to those people. You may want to take your eyes over a few of them, mine is among them, but only read it in the strict confidence you will tell no one “Personal Diaries.” (Personal Diaries Thread)
Map Of Alasea
There is a scroll somewhere around here, on it is the map of Alasea, well what we know of so far, some could be different as places get ransacked and change all the time. You may need a copy, to do that go to the researchers place and ask for one; mind you they are expensive but useful “World Map.” (Map Of Alasea Thread)
Character Creation
If you get round to reading all of that you may want to write down your own records for others to read, maybe make a personal diary of your own. Before it gets put up you will need to get it sent off to be approved, here’s where to start writing it down “Record Sheets” Character Creation Thread”
The Teaching Begins
I'm aware you're probably very eager to venture out into the unknown and make a name for yourself as well as find adventure, live dangerously and on the edge...and to become rich and happy whilst doing so. But beware....many dangers lie out there...and not all of them are visible to your eyes so be warned and follow my advice if you want. I recommend visiting the “Training Encampment” (Training Centre) before you get in over your head. Even if you've been in battle before, there are always some tricks you can learn so you should always sign up. Signing up can be done right here at the “Training Sign Up Sheet.” (Training Sign Up Sheet Thread)
If you're new or don't yet feel so experienced at all then there is a part on one of the sheets you can fill out and they will teach you everything you need to know about Role-playing and how to conduct your posts..
Information Centre
At the entrance of the city there is a place to go and ask all sorts of questions, I will only tell you once so if you have anything else to ask that I may not be able to answer then it is there you must go. “Information Kiosk.” (Help! Thread)
You may even want to tell them some information you have picked up that they have not found out by themselves, for that there is a research place right next to them. They know all sorts of things but not everything “Researchers.” (Feedback Thread)
Grudge Match
If you feel like you just want to fight someone, or maybe you have made an enemy or two, there’s a place to do all the settling of arguments without the guards breathing down your neck. If you look on the town map over there you will see where to go “Battle Site” (Battle Grounds Thread)
Role-playing Threads
Here are the places everyone wants to go to make there mark in the world. It is these special places were things happen to you that cannot be changed, where you make friends, allies and enemies. The places are marked on the map over there if you would like to look at it later “The Playing Threads.” (Lands Of Alasea Thread”
Summery
I've grown weary and tired of our conversation and I imagine you're overwhelmed by all the information I've given you. Rest assured: you may read the vast knowledge of this old place anytime you want to and I will be around to help you too. I will give you a summary of Books and places to go for things. This has all the information I've just given you with a little extra... but a lot short and faster. Be safe, my friend and may the Gods favour you.
Starting
Introductions - Introduce yourself
Information
“The Forbidden Tablet.”
RPG Guide: “Alasea’s Inhabitants” (Races Thread) - “The Ways Of The Sword.” (Classes Thread)
Blacksmith: “The Smithies Handbook.” (Weapons Thread)
Residence Of The World: “History Of The People.” (History of the Peoples Thread) - “Personal Diaries.” (Personal Diaries Thread)
Character Creation: “Record Sheets” Character Creation Thread”
Map Of Alasea: “World Map.” (Map Of Alasea Thread)
Training/Gaining Levels
“Training Encampment” (Training Centre) -
“Training Sign Up Sheet.” (Training Sign Up Sheet Thread)
Questions
Information Centre: “Information Kiosk.” (Help! Thread) - “Researchers.” (Feedback Thread)
Fighting
Grudge Match: “Battle Site” (Battle Grounds Thread)
Main Role-play Threads
Role-playing Threads: “The Playing Threads.” (Lands Of Alasea Thread)
Out Of Character: The Out Of Character Chat Thread (OOC Chat Thread)
To Do-List For Newbies:
-Introduce Yourself in the Introductions Thread
- Read Newbie Guide and all relevant Threads
-Read the character creation sheet and make a bio
-Send in your Bio to the relevant person at the time and wait for approval.
- Sign up for special training at the Training Centre (Optional)
- Start rp-ing in public/private threads after bio approval
- Request a One on One Battle with another player After Bo is approved (Optional)
- Have fun