Most people are under the impression that time flows in a straight line; always forward, never backwards.
We have learned however, that this is only half true. Time moves, not in a straight line, but in a circle. History repeats itself, again and again, never stopping, never exactly the same, but never really different.
Every one-hundred years or so, children are born into this world. These children help keep the balance with their power and influence. Some of them accept this responsibility willingly, basking in the glory of being such a child. Some hide themselves from the world in fear of their powers and those who would seek to manipulate those powers. Some try to ignore it all as best as they can, wishing that they were just normal kids.
There are never more than fourteen of these children. Sometimes less. They're named after either one of the Seven Holy Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, depending on their abilities and unique persona. These children are raised to be keepers of the balance, whether they like it or not. It has always been this way, and if time flows the way I think it does, it always will be.
I secretly fear that something has gone wrong. There have been whispers in the wind and echoes in the earth; they tell of shadows growing just beyond the horizon. The forces trying to sway us have suddenly begun to exist on all sides, some of them subtle, some of them not. And there's something else going on, but where, I am not sure as of yet. I have no doubt that the Master and Professor will protect us here in the mansion, but will it be enough when the time comes? I don't want to see any of us hurt.
We are a family, like it or not.
This started out as a Fullmetal Alchemist RP, but then twisted into something that honestly has nothing to do with Alchemy whatsoever. So it's not a Fullmetal Alchemist RP after all.
It's set in modern-day times, and all your characters will represent a Sin or Virtue. You could also play someone important to the storyline if you'd like, such as the Professor, the Doctor, or the Master. You all live, train, and go to school together in the Mansion, but you're allowed to go out into the city if you want. As long as you're back before your curfew.
While Virtues and Sins are opposites, that doesn't mean you have to be enemies. You'll all be living with each other under the same roof, after all. And there's nothing that says you can't hate each other's guts if you want. Just don't try to kill each other (unless it's specifically a character defect). Also, there can only be one person per Virtue or Sin.
The basic rules apply: no godmodding, power-playing, hogging the spotlight, make original characters (or cleverly recycled original characters), there's more to this RP than fighting, please be literate, put some thought into your applications and posts, no 3-sentence posts, ect. If I see you abusing the rules, I'll just give you a warning. Continue to screw around and I'll kick you out. It's as simple as that. Please put 'tango with a mango' somewhere at the top of the template to show me that you've read this stuff.
So let's have fun, and see where this runs. The storyline's pretty much in the hands of the players--I've only given you backstory.
And just in case you're curious, the one who was narrorating the intro was the embodiment of Kindness.
The Seven Holy Virtues
Chastity: Also known as 'Purity.' It's the pursuit of courage and boldness, and the embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of thought through education and betterment. It's the opposite of Lust. Played by Trace.
Abstinence: Also known as 'Self-Control.' It's the constant mindfulness of others and one's surroundings; practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation. It's the opposite of Gluttony. Played by Beauxxx.
Liberality: Also known as 'Generosity.' It's basically the willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions. The opposite of Greed. Reserved for Demonic Angel.
Diligence: Also known as 'Ethics.' It's a zealous and careful nature in one's actions and work. Basically being a hard worker. It's the opposite of Sloth. Played by Absolution_Fear.
Patience: Also known as 'Peace.' It’s forbearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence. The opposite of Wrath. Played by monkeybutt
Kindness: Also known as 'Satisfaction.' It's charity, compassion, friendship and sympathy without prejudice. It's the opposite of Envy. Played by stickxkeyblade.
Humility: Also known as 'Modesty.' Pretty obvious; it's modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect. It's the opposite of Pride. Played by Skinwalker.
The Seven Deadly Sins
Lust: Also known as 'Perversion.' Lust is best described as depraved thought, unwholesome morality, desire for excitement, or need to be accepted or recognized by others. It's the opposite of Chastity. Played by Breaking Point.
Gluttony: Also known as 'Overindulgence.' Modern views identify Gluttony as being associated with an overindulgence of food and drink, though in the past any form of thoughtless excess could fall within the definition of this sin. The opposite of Abstinence. Played by Absolution_Fear.
Greed: Also known as 'Treachery.' It's a strong desire to gain material wealth. It's the opposite of Liberality. Played by TheDarkGolbez.
Sloth: Also known as 'Sadness.' Modern interpretations portray Sloth as being simply a sin of laziness, of an unwillingness to act. The opposite of Diligence. Played by mastersepiroth.
Wrath: Also known as 'Hatred.' It's inappropriate and unrighteous feelings of hatred and anger, sometimes for no good reason. It's the opposite of Patience. Played by justme3.
Envy: Also known as 'Malice,' it's like Greed, except whatever you want belongs to someone else, and that's why you want it. Jealousy to the extreme. The opposite of Kindness. Played by Watermelons... <3.
Pride: Also known as 'Vanity.' It is identified as a desire to be more important or attractive to others, failing to give credit due to others, or excessive love of self. It's the opposite of Humility. Open
♥ TEMPLATE ♥
[You can delete the stuff in itallics.]
Name: (self-explanatory)
Gender: (also self-explanatory)
Age: (preferably between the ages of 10 and 20 for the Virtues and Sins)
Sin or Virtue: (The rest of your character should reflect this somehow. It's your choice how the virtue or sin is shown in your character, so be creative!)
Power or Strength: (You can either get one power that reflects your sin or virtue, or you can have an area of expertise for your character, such as being brilliant or having dead-sexy good looks.)
Weakness or Defect: (What's something that's wrong with your character, or maybe something that triggers your character's sin or denounces their virtue? Make it something you can play on occasionally.)
Appearance: (you know how this works)
Items: (this would be a weapon or items that are important to your character, if you've got any.)
Personality: (again, keep your virtue/sin in mind.)
Bio: (you don't have to make it a novel, but make it at least two good, solid paragraphs. More is always loved.)
Other: (Does your character have a crush on another character? Does he or she have an allergic reaction to milk? An insane fear of heights? Is colorblind in their right eye? Random stuff like that should go here.)
If you've got any questions on how this is gonna go down, just PM me. I promise I won't bite. I'm really a nice person. Really. I'll post my template after a couple people have joined, or after I get impatient with waiting. ~♥
We have learned however, that this is only half true. Time moves, not in a straight line, but in a circle. History repeats itself, again and again, never stopping, never exactly the same, but never really different.
Every one-hundred years or so, children are born into this world. These children help keep the balance with their power and influence. Some of them accept this responsibility willingly, basking in the glory of being such a child. Some hide themselves from the world in fear of their powers and those who would seek to manipulate those powers. Some try to ignore it all as best as they can, wishing that they were just normal kids.
There are never more than fourteen of these children. Sometimes less. They're named after either one of the Seven Holy Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, depending on their abilities and unique persona. These children are raised to be keepers of the balance, whether they like it or not. It has always been this way, and if time flows the way I think it does, it always will be.
I secretly fear that something has gone wrong. There have been whispers in the wind and echoes in the earth; they tell of shadows growing just beyond the horizon. The forces trying to sway us have suddenly begun to exist on all sides, some of them subtle, some of them not. And there's something else going on, but where, I am not sure as of yet. I have no doubt that the Master and Professor will protect us here in the mansion, but will it be enough when the time comes? I don't want to see any of us hurt.
We are a family, like it or not.
♦ BASICS ♦
[In case you got lost after the second paragraph...]
[In case you got lost after the second paragraph...]
It's set in modern-day times, and all your characters will represent a Sin or Virtue. You could also play someone important to the storyline if you'd like, such as the Professor, the Doctor, or the Master. You all live, train, and go to school together in the Mansion, but you're allowed to go out into the city if you want. As long as you're back before your curfew.
While Virtues and Sins are opposites, that doesn't mean you have to be enemies. You'll all be living with each other under the same roof, after all. And there's nothing that says you can't hate each other's guts if you want. Just don't try to kill each other (unless it's specifically a character defect). Also, there can only be one person per Virtue or Sin.
The basic rules apply: no godmodding, power-playing, hogging the spotlight, make original characters (or cleverly recycled original characters), there's more to this RP than fighting, please be literate, put some thought into your applications and posts, no 3-sentence posts, ect. If I see you abusing the rules, I'll just give you a warning. Continue to screw around and I'll kick you out. It's as simple as that. Please put 'tango with a mango' somewhere at the top of the template to show me that you've read this stuff.
So let's have fun, and see where this runs. The storyline's pretty much in the hands of the players--I've only given you backstory.
And just in case you're curious, the one who was narrorating the intro was the embodiment of Kindness.
• BREAKDOWN •
[This way you'll know who's who.]
[This way you'll know who's who.]
The Seven Holy Virtues
Abstinence: Also known as 'Self-Control.' It's the constant mindfulness of others and one's surroundings; practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation. It's the opposite of Gluttony. Played by Beauxxx.
Liberality: Also known as 'Generosity.' It's basically the willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions. The opposite of Greed. Reserved for Demonic Angel.
Diligence: Also known as 'Ethics.' It's a zealous and careful nature in one's actions and work. Basically being a hard worker. It's the opposite of Sloth. Played by Absolution_Fear.
Patience: Also known as 'Peace.' It’s forbearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence. The opposite of Wrath. Played by monkeybutt
Kindness: Also known as 'Satisfaction.' It's charity, compassion, friendship and sympathy without prejudice. It's the opposite of Envy. Played by stickxkeyblade.
Humility: Also known as 'Modesty.' Pretty obvious; it's modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect. It's the opposite of Pride. Played by Skinwalker.
The Seven Deadly Sins
Gluttony: Also known as 'Overindulgence.' Modern views identify Gluttony as being associated with an overindulgence of food and drink, though in the past any form of thoughtless excess could fall within the definition of this sin. The opposite of Abstinence. Played by Absolution_Fear.
Greed: Also known as 'Treachery.' It's a strong desire to gain material wealth. It's the opposite of Liberality. Played by TheDarkGolbez.
Sloth: Also known as 'Sadness.' Modern interpretations portray Sloth as being simply a sin of laziness, of an unwillingness to act. The opposite of Diligence. Played by mastersepiroth.
Wrath: Also known as 'Hatred.' It's inappropriate and unrighteous feelings of hatred and anger, sometimes for no good reason. It's the opposite of Patience. Played by justme3.
Envy: Also known as 'Malice,' it's like Greed, except whatever you want belongs to someone else, and that's why you want it. Jealousy to the extreme. The opposite of Kindness. Played by Watermelons... <3.
Pride: Also known as 'Vanity.' It is identified as a desire to be more important or attractive to others, failing to give credit due to others, or excessive love of self. It's the opposite of Humility. Open
♥ TEMPLATE ♥
[You can delete the stuff in itallics.]
Gender: (also self-explanatory)
Age: (preferably between the ages of 10 and 20 for the Virtues and Sins)
Sin or Virtue: (The rest of your character should reflect this somehow. It's your choice how the virtue or sin is shown in your character, so be creative!)
Power or Strength: (You can either get one power that reflects your sin or virtue, or you can have an area of expertise for your character, such as being brilliant or having dead-sexy good looks.)
Weakness or Defect: (What's something that's wrong with your character, or maybe something that triggers your character's sin or denounces their virtue? Make it something you can play on occasionally.)
Appearance: (you know how this works)
Items: (this would be a weapon or items that are important to your character, if you've got any.)
Personality: (again, keep your virtue/sin in mind.)
Bio: (you don't have to make it a novel, but make it at least two good, solid paragraphs. More is always loved.)
Other: (Does your character have a crush on another character? Does he or she have an allergic reaction to milk? An insane fear of heights? Is colorblind in their right eye? Random stuff like that should go here.)
If you've got any questions on how this is gonna go down, just PM me. I promise I won't bite. I'm really a nice person. Really. I'll post my template after a couple people have joined, or after I get impatient with waiting. ~♥
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