Orcus

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Navy][b][I]Sinner- One that sins or does wrong; a transgressor?[/b][/I] The Demon Emperor held his blade above his head, crying in triumph. The Angel King lay underneath his foot, defeated. The Demon lowered his face before the Angel and smiled mockingly, flashing his teeth. He spit onto his face and laughed, then addressed his merciless army. They had been a walking holocaust. They left no angel alive, and they now ruled. His minions had earned him victory. ?Today is our day, my fellow beings. For years we have lived in their shadows, being oppressed, confined in their barriers. But no longer! They allowed us no leisure, kept us concealed for fear of our power. But no longer! They had all right to fear us, for we are much stronger then them, and we?ve now taken our revenge! With the slaughtering of the Angel King Joriel, the entire angel race will be vanquished.? A cry of mingled rage and cheer came from the demon masses. The demons called out his name, and he drank it in, feeding his pride. Luzien! Luzien! Luzien! He raised his arms and silence fell over them. He opened his mouth and roared in pride, then addressed the slaughterers again. ?But we cannot forget the ones we owe our victory to. Let us not forget the Apostles!? A loud cry of gratitude erupted from the crowd, ? For without their powers, we would still be caged like animals, watching as they enjoyed the finer life. Bring the Apostles forth, for our victory we owe to them---? ?Never!? Luzien tilted his head to the side and found the Apostles standing there. The delight in his eyes was soon replaced with shock and horror. The leader of the Apostles, Kaion, was holding a dead demon in his arms. The demon was Luzien?s son. The demon took a step forward off of the King of Angels to grab his son, when Kaion threw the corpse to the side. Kaion snarled and yelled at the demon king. ?Do not attribute your victory to us! We did not help you free will! We were forced to use our powers to help your ?cause?! This was murder!? Luzien smirked, then laughed. ?You are one to call me a murderer, Apostle. Were you not the one who killed my--? Kaion drove his blade into Luzien?s stomach, twisting it in. Luzien gasped in pain. ?I killed for a cause. And I am no Apostle?I?m a Sin--? A powerful force knocked both Kaion and Luzien back. Kaion looked over and saw that the Angel King was standing, and there were other angels around him. He smiled weakly. ?You?re what? A Sinner? You?re a race of sinners. And sinners must be banished!? The angels performed seals, and they were engulfed in a white light. [B][I]5 Years Later?.[/I][/B] Luzien sat on his throne, sipping wine. A messenger ran through the doors, frantically. ?My liege! My liege! The Sinners, they are--? ?Yes, I know.? The messenger stopped cold. Luzien raised his face and smiled, his satanic eyes dancing with flames. ?They are finally here. We have waited five long years for their arrival. Let us greet our comrades?"[/COLOR][/SIZE] [COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]The Great Demon-Angel War. A war between the forces of light and dark. Demons, a race of monsters that slaughtered mindlessly, were long ago sealed by the Angels. The Angels kept them at bay for many years after a fierce battle where the Demon Emperor?s wife was killed. Pushed off onto an island, the Angels set a holy barrier that would seal the Demons due to the darkness in their souls. It worked for years, until they came about. The Apostles. They were Demons that brimmed with holy energy. They were trained all of their life to disperse the barrier. They finally grew powerful enough and broke the barrier, allowing the Demons to extract their hatred. At the last moment the Angel King initiated a powerful spell, hoping to jettison the Demons to the far reaches of space. He did not succeed however. He sent them to the world of Sparta, a world of Mages and Knight, Technology and Dragons. The Demons lost their former forms and lost some abilities, but gained new ones as well. The Angels, too, were sent, with new abilities and forms. Bu the Sinners were no where to be found. However, that?s changed? Welcome to The Tale Of Sinners. A tale of vigilante Demons taking it upon themselves too destroy their murderous race. But who will help them? The Angels hate all Demons, the Demons hate them, and humans are hesitant to trust. Except for a few others, these Sinner are alone. Will they be able to return to their world? Will they be able to bring the Demon Emperor down? Or will they find a new enemy, twice as powerful.[/SIZE][/COLOR] [CENTER][SIZE=1][COLOR=Navy][B]+Sinners+[/B] [B]Kaion[/B] Reserved for Me The leader of the group, he feels the most responsible for giving the Demon?s the chance to fight the Angels. He?s loyal and powerful, and will never give up. His weapons are the Sinner?s Blades. His new ability in Sparta is Elemetalism. [B]Mayvelle[/B] The most analytical of the sinners, she is great with technology. She?s deeply in love with Kaion, and he feels the same way towards her, but they are both afraid to express their inner emotions. She uses the Mech Rod, which doubles as a medium for her magic abilities and a pole for battle. She has Mage abilities in Sparta. [B]Chrial[/B] Reserved for Ouroboros Kaion?s best friend, they are almost the same in nature. Chrial is the worrier of the group, but that comes from his highly cautious nature. However, he?s a brilliant strategist and has an extraordinarily militaristic mind. Chrial wields a long sword called Shirinkao. Rune symbols aid him in the world of Sparta. [B]Azuroth[/B] The might of the group, his strength rivals that of the Demon Emperor?s. Though he is often quite and keeps to himself, when he does speak his comments are quite insightful. His weapon of choice is the Kratos, a massive axe. He has the ability to channel powerful spirits into his weapons. [B]Zelle-[/B] Zelle is the most outspoken of the Sinners, and always makes herself heard. An optimist in every bone of her body, she?s never willing to give in and admit defeat, which can prove to be both a strength and a weakness. A pair of daggers named the Chasms are her weapons. She has gained the ability to summon creatures to aid them in battle. [B]-Humans-[/B] [B]Custom Characters 1 and 2 [/B] Two humans who house the Sinners and aid them in their quest. Merely teenagers, they are proficient in their classes (I.e. Mage, Knight, Summoner, etc.) and are quite powerful. [b]~Angels~[/b] [b]Custom Character[/b] One of the Angels that survived, he sees that the Sinners aren't the enemy, and decides to aid them. [b]\Demons/ [b] Custom Character[/b] One Demon sees that what his race is doing is wrong, and waits for years for the Sinners to appear so he can help them defeat the demons. Now that they are here, he has made himself an ally. [B]Sign Ups:[/B] [B]Name:[/B] [B]Age:[/B] 17+ The Sinners, Angels, Demons really do not have an age, but merely look to be a certain age. [B]Appearance:[/B] [b]True Appearance:[/b] For Sinners, Angels, Demons and those with Demon blood. What you look like when you unleash your inner power. [b]Weapons:[/b] What your weapon is, and what appears like if you can find a picture. [b]Race:[/b] Sinner, Human, Demon, Angel. For humans, it's possible to be part demon, as the demons have lived here for years. [B]Class: [/B] Your class in Sparta (i.e. Mage, Knight, all that jazz) [b]Abilities:[/b]Get creative. These are the abilities your characters possess. The Angel can become a true Angel, Demon, true Demon and the Sinners true Sinner. Those with demon blood can do so as well. [b]Motivation:[/b] Why do you travel with the sinners? Or,as a sinner, why do you want to bring down the demon race if you are a demon yourself? [B]Personality:[/B] For custom characters, though Sinner?s may have one if they want to. I tried not to make the characters to much of one thing so that you could easily mend them to your liking. [B]Bio:[/B] Optional. If included, Sinner?s must only explain their childhood, and custom characters their life up through the Demon?s arrival, and how it?s affected you. [b]Character Exerpt:[/b] An example of how your characters feel. This is also so I can examine your writing abilities.[/COLOR][/SIZE][/CENTER] [COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]I'll post my sign up after a couple of people do. I will also be putting up an Underground thread for this in a matter of days. But until then, remember, we're all sinners...[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=RoyalBlue][SIZE=1]+++Sign Up+++ [B]Name:[/B] Robert "Bobby" Kingsley [B]Age:[/B] 18 [B]Gender:[/B] Male [B]Appearance:[/B] [URL=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/Reizou/Robert.jpg]Robert[/URL] [B]Character Snippit:[/B] Robert walked into his dorm room, yawning sleepily. He truned to his roommate, Anthony, and grinned. Anthony and Stephanie, Anthony's girlfirend, were playing videogames. He heard a rustle in the kitchen and looked over. Another of his friends, Mark, was raiding his fridge. Robert walked over and slapped him upside the head, grabbing the Diet Coke out of his hands. He walked over to the computer and turned it on, opening his media player. The Skies Above by the Black Mages blasted out of it as he asked Anthony if he had gotten any mail. Anthony went on playing videogames, completely ignoring him. Robert finished his Diet Coke and threw the can at Anthony. Anthony snapped to attention and pointed to the counter. Robert sighed, and Stephanie giggled slightly. He went through the mail. A letter from his parents, his parents again, and again, and again. He shook the letters, and tore them open, finding cash inside. "Heh, sweet." He threw the letters to the side and noticed one that he hadn't seen before. He read it over quickly. A smile passed across his face. [I]Hey guys, School is finally out, so I want you all to come spend a week here in Texas with me. I hope you all can come; I can?t wait to see everyone! Hopefully we won?t have any problems with planes and such. As soon as you all get here, we?ll get you settled into a suite in the hotel, and then we can all go out to party at my place! I?ll meet you all at the airport in two weeks time, at seven, your time. Hope to see you then! Kelly a.k.a. SimpleChaos [/I] He chuckled to himself. [I]Texas, eh? Hmm...wouldn't mind a party...[/I] He ran into his room and began packing. [b]OOC: I'm in Pacific time zone. So GMT -7:00 ^__^[/b][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Grrr...You've made a mockery of my beautiful sinning...er singing. This means war! *shifty* Or not. But I am glad you accept. I must now envision a battlefield...[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Hmm...seeing as Ozy's bout has ended...[B]I would like to challenge Ozy-san to a duel.[/B] Do you accept, milady? *bows*[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive]Seiryuu stirred in his sleep, and his whole body racked with pain. For a moment he was frightened, unsure of why he was in pain, why there was a white light shining down on him. He struggled to sit up but lost strength and collpased into bed. He tried hard to collect his thoughts, and everything came to him, played in his mind. [I]He had been thrown into Toji. Luckily he had moved out of the way, but the creatue went after the others. But [b]he[/b] wouldn't stand for it. [b]Toji[/b] wasn't just about to let his friends be hurt. The cross grew larger, became a weapon. A deadly weapon, and it was aimed at the creature. [B]"Salvation Cross! Crucify!"[/B] Toji's cry echoed throughout the grounds, the light engulfing them all. Such power is the will of the cross...but what of the rest of us? Flashes of the rings true forms, the blades, and the masks appeared before him. But...what of me?[/I] He fell unconcious, his body stricken with fatigue. [B][CENTER]++++[/CENTER][/B] He was holding the pendant, and the dragon's head that held it's gem opened wide. It wrapped around his arm, twisting and mending to become a silver armlet and glove intertwined. A dragon's head protruded from just around his wrist, and a blade slid out and over his hand. In it's palm the gem was engraved with the symbol of Ouroboros on it. "Amazing..." He looked once more at his weapon, an saw a man standing before him. He too weilded the silver pendant, and only one thing uttered from his lips before he disappeared. [i][b]"Oro..Pendant..erno...Amen."[/b][/i] Seiryuu's eyes opened quickly and he looked around the room once more. He felt strangely comfortable, so he smiled and closed his eyes again. Before drifting into sleep, he repeated what was now his defense. "Ouroboros* Pendant Inferno...Amen..." [B][CENTER]++++[/CENTER][/B][/color] [B]OOC: *Ouroboros is a symbol used in mythology. It would basically be the equivalent to a Yin-Yang Symbol. It's a serpent or dragon that's biting it's tale, and when it lets go...Good-bye life.[/B][/SIZE]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]They're not that bad, Kitty. I think they're pretty good. ^__^;; But hey, that's just my thoughts :p I'm not going to use yours, however, because I hope that other's will attempt a shot at my request. ^__^ Noooootttt beause they're [B]"crap-tastic"[/B] as you so bluntly put it. ^__~[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Halloa. Lately I've been working on an RPG for the Arena, and it should be up pretty soon. Sooo...I would like to request a banner and avi following the theme of this story. [B][CENTER]+++[/CENTER][/B][B]Banner:[/B] Please use a picture of Chrono or Aion from Chrono Crusade in their demon form. I'd like the banner to say, "Call me...A Sinner." I would like it to be vibrant in a sense, but have a dark mood. [B]Avi:[/B] I'd like the avatar to say my name on it, in the same style as the banner, though the picture may be different. +++Danke+++ [/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Seiryuu was amazed. He had thought the others were doing quite the job of kicking the creaure's ass. But he had been wrong. This creature had felt nothing, it was almost as if they hadn't attacked it. He cursed himself for the fear that kept him from joining the others in their assault on the beast. They all worked together, had such a bond... Seiryuu thoughts were quickly dispelled as he watched Toji collapse to the ground, crimson blood flowing freely from his body, seeping into the ground, staining the beast. Toji was unconcious, his eyes rolled into his head. Emi screamed, and the creature howled in joy. Toji's body appeared to fall as if weightless, as if time itself had stopped to honor his bravery. Seiryuu watched in horror when Toji finally struck the ground. Horror soon became frustration, frustration soon became blind anger. The Silver Pendant burned ferociously around his neck, almost as if fueling the rage within him. Though crimson lay everywhere, his eyes were blinded with silver. He felt...not powerful, for he knew that he was no match for the beast...but like he was a part of something bigger, like all of them around him were to. And that if they were going to fight, he would to. He ran full on at the beast, knowing fully well that his attack would do nothing, but he had do make his presence known. He had to let this thing know that he had another enemy to deal with. [B]"You..you son of a bitch! Eat my fist...you monstrosity!!"[/B] He fist collided with the creature skull, and it stumbled backwards. It tilted it's head up at him and ran to the left, then sprang into the air, landing on top of Seiryuu. It knocked him to the ground, driving it's nails into his chest. Seiryuu cried in agony. The creature mocked him. [COLOR=DarkRed][B]"Agggghhh!!! S...some...someone, pl...ple..please h..hh..help me...Before it kills me! Hahahahahahahaha!!"[/B][/COLOR] Seiryuu began to feel light-headed, and quickly looked around for help. He caught a glimpse at Toji's body and found that this sight drew away from his body. [COLOR=Silver][b]Toji's body was engulfed in a silver aura, the cross hovering over his body.[/b][/COLOR][/SIZE][/COLOR] [B][SIZE=1]OOC: Hope that's aright ULX.[/SIZE][/B]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1][B]Name:[/B] Seiryuu [B]Age:[/B] Rumored to be around 20, though even he isn't sure. [B]Place of Origin:[/B] Unknown. However, he now lives happily in Japan. [B]Appearance:[/B] [URL=http://animate-usa.com/HTML/PB/IMAGES/GETBACKERS_C.jpg]Seiryuu (spikey hair) 1 [/URL] [URL=http://animate-usa.com/HTML/IMAGES/PC/GETBACKERS_B.jpg]2[/URL] [URL=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/Reizou/Seiryuu.bmp]Seiryuu Body (In front) [/URL] [URL=http://www.naimoka.com/image.php3?image=arts2/naora/usaga/persos%20secondaires/edel.jpg]Clothing 1, without the flag in front, and the armor is black with flames.[/URL] [URL=http://www.naimoka.com/image.php3?image=arts2/nomura/musashi/02.jpg]Clothing 2[/URL] Seiryuu's [URL=http://naimoka.com/image.php3?image=arts2/nomura/ff7/arts/t-sephi.jpg]hair is black, longer and flows down to his lower back[/URL], and bangs fall over his face, covering his eyes. He's never cut his hair, he only trims it. Seiryuu wears a chain with a miniature sword around the end of it, and gloves that cut off at his knuckles. He also wears three rings on his right hand, one with a dragon's head and one with a wolf's head. [B]Occupation:[/B] Samurai [B]Body:[/B] Seiryuu's tall, slim, and leanly muscular. He's quick and agile, as he needs to be able to quickly attack his enemies. His years of training with a blade, and other training he as obviously gone though unbeknowst to him, have greatly toned his body. The kanji for dragon is tattoed on his chest. His arms and legs are relatively long, allowing him for long range attacks. [B]Fighting Style:[/B] Since he has "awoken", he's trained under one of the greatest swordsman in the land, and has grown into a well-rounded warrior. He's also quite the fist-fighter, though he doesn't recall why. He's quite dangerous in battle, with or without his blade. He's also quite the strategist, and can analyze his battles quite carefully, turning the tide of battle to his favor. [B]Weapons:[/B] [URL=http://www.thesteelsource.com/html/swordofthegodoffire.htm]The Sun Katanas[/URL] (Golden and Bronze) and [URL=http://www.thesteelsource.com/html/ghgen2throwknife.htm]Six Throwing Knives[/URL] he keeps around his waist. [B]Skill:[/B] He treasures his speed as one of his greatest weapons, which is only rivaled by his masterfully crafty intellect. Combing these two together, he has made himself a weapon. Great manuverability and dexterity, along with the ability to recoperate from an attack and skillfully counterattack makes him a worthy opponent. It's rumored that he is unable to show emotion, and that he shows no mercy in battle. That's untrue, but though he constantly shows mercy his opponents are quite ignorant, and prefer to invite death. [B]Blade God:[/B] Hmph. Don't see why not... [/SIZE][/COLOR]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive]Kaine took Karyan's hand in his own and leaned closer again to kiss her. He closed his eyes as he did so. He stroked her hair gently, longing to be with her, but not in this way. He didn't..he didn't want it forced upon him. He then kissed her neck softly, his hand on her leg. Half of Kaine was cusing himself, and the other half was enjoying it. He hated the Master more very second for this, and was sure he would find someway to gain revenge. Kaine kissed Karyan's chest and she lowered him down into the bed. She layed on top of him, whispering sorry into his ear. Kaine nodded, sorrow in his eyes. They began to kiss once more. Kaine whispered into Karyan's ear. [B]"I don't what to take it to far either. Not now. But...I can't disobey my card. And neither can you. So, what do we do?"[/B] Karyan just kissed his ear, obviously signaling that it would be better not to speak of it now. Kaine kissed her tightly again, this time full of desire. He wanted to be with her, he knew it, and he had been using the Master's orders as an excuse to try and escape from this situation. He kissed her passionately, rubing her leg.[/COLOR] OOC: :animeblus Kairi...grr...*grumble*...Well Reiku, you can go ahead and, eh, elaborate on the situation. Hope I did alright Reiku. Seeing as Karyan doesn't want to go to far, Kaine's being a gentleman. But...he'starting to enjoy this. Oh, the drama. ~__^[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive]Kaine watched as Karyan walked away from the table. He looked towards the master and clenched his teeth, angrily. he wanted badly to punch that man's teeth in, but he, himself had gladly agreed to come here. He set himself up. [i] Dammit! He wants me to...I...I don't know if I can...Shit! This guy knows everything that goes on around here...he's got everything well played out...I'm starting to resent this competition..[/i] He clutched the card in his pocket, his teeth gritting. He finished eating and had aother glass of wine, then stood up. Kaine turned to the Master and forced himself to bow. He thanked him for the meal and walked towards his room. When he got to his room, he was going to walk right by, when he saw that the hall in front of him was encased in shadow. [i]Shit...[/i] He walked in and changed into casual clothing. He sat on his bed for a while. Listening to the water run in Karyan's room, he decided that he would go to her. He really didn't want to fulfil his card tonight, but he knew he would have to. He knocked on her door and it creeked opened. Kaine made his presence known. [B]"Karyan? It's...it's Kaine. May I can come in? If that's okay?"[/B] He heard Karyan yell from the shower. [B]"Oh! Kaine? Um...su..sure. Make yourself at home. I'll be out in a second."[/B] Kaine gulped and waled over to her bed, sitting down. He waited, ruffling his hand through his hair repeatdly. He really fancied Karyan, but this? Karyan came from the bathroom, in her bathrobe, and still slightly drunk. She sat down next to him on the bed, and they sat in silence. Kaine asked Karyan what she thought of dinner. [B]"It was pretty good, but the nerve of that man. Forcing us to do what he wants..." [/B] Kaine was going to warn her about mentioning the cards information, but she passed the subject. Karyan eyes began to droop, and then she shook it off. Kaine looked at her, regretting what had to be done. He moved closer to Karyan and put his arm around her. She leaned her head on his shoulder. His eyes began to water, and he quickly had to wipe away the tears. He cared for her, and wasn't sure what the right thing to do would be. [I]Is it worth it?[/I] He thought to himself.[/COLOR] [B]OOC: As if it hasn't been said enough, you are truly a [COLOR=DarkRed]malicious guy[/COLOR]. *grumble* Must say though, didn't expect my card to say [i]that[/i]...Hope that's alright, Reiku. Tag.[/B][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive][B]"Hey, you look nice." [/B] He had said, but Maria caught it incorrectly. Maria turned and faced Kaine, sighing. he was taken back by that, but walked over to her anyway. He waved hello, and Maria looked him over. He grinned. He was wearing his favorite suit, he had brought it along just in case. He motioned ahead of the gemtlemanly like and walked behind her, and decided to strike up a conversation with Maria. [B]"Nice place, eh?"[/B]Kaine asked. Maria tilted her head to the side to look at him and answered. [B]"Quite. Although I find it a little odd that our rooms accomodate us all so well. I assume that your room was exactly what you wanted?"[/B] Kaine thought this over quickly. He had only been in his room for a few minutes to change and shower, but she was right. It fit him perfectly. He chuckled. [B]"Well, this "Master" guy is pretty strange. Did you see his eyes? I felt like death was staring at me. I've had quite a few run in's with the Grim Reaper...but Death himself has never graced me with his presence."[/B] Maria looked at him strangely. Kaine laughed again. [B]"Sorry. It's a bad habit. Being a writer, I tend to personify emotions or feelings, as if they were real beings..."[/B] Maria smiled at that and they walked in silence for a couple of minutes. Kaine made another comment. [B]"You know...this manor is huge...And I wonder why we're not allowed into the Angelic Wing or into the shaodws. Personally I find it a little strange, but hey, I'm a good sport. I'll follow any rules given to me."[/B] Maria nodded. [B]"Same here. I'm not to worried about breaking any rules...I've come to win after all."[/B] Kaine laughed, amused. [B]"Well, I've come here as well. Maybe I'll win. Maybe I won't. I'm playing my hardest, though. Think you can keep up?"[/B] Maria giggled slyly. [B]"Are you?"[/B] Kaine grinned and nodded his head. They finally arrived at the banquet hall. Maria spotted someone she wanted to speak with and waved goodbye to Kaine, walking away. Kaine looked around, but didn't see Karyan. He shrugged and walked over ta two empty seats, grabbing one for himself and putting his jacket on the other so that Karyan could sit there when she got here.[/COLOR] [B]OOC:Tell me if that's okay Reiku or O-Ren. If either wants me to change it PM me. ^__^ .And a womanizer? *grumble* I wasn't try to come across as one...And I doubt I nor Kaine would ever, ever say a line like "Hey, looking pretty there little lady." I'm no hick... Ah but it's okay, Natsu. *huggles* If that's how I came across, meh. ^__^[/B][/SIZE]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Seiryuu had done nothing basically all of lunch. No one had seemed to interested in him, so he had jsut taken a seat by atree, puled out Tsubasa again, and started listening to Evolution. So it didn't grab his attention when Toji came speeding by, though Seiryuu did notice he was in pain. It was not untill Emi and Toji's friend's walked by chatting that Seiryuu thought something was going on. He merely disregarded it and went back to reading and music. Everything was peacful for a couple of minutes, and he almost fell drearily into sleep. However, when bloodcurling scream came from the direction they walked in he knew something was going on. He tore the headphones form his ear, stuffed the cd player into his bag, and ran in that direction. He couldn't find them, he wasn't sure where they had wondered off to. But a string of cries after that allowed him to find them easily. The popular girl, Emi he believed her name to be, had screamed. But she hadn't been the first one. For on the ground Seiryuu saw sprawled out the girl who had been toturing Toji earlier. Hitomi. Her clothes were stained a crimson red. He had to cover his mouth, becaus he suddenly felt like vomiting up. He looked towards Emi and saw that she was staring at something, frightened. Seiryuu looked over and saw something that should not have been there. Something that by all means shouldn't [B]exist[/B]. Something that nightmare were made from. There was a plae faced man standing in front of them, and he helda look of bloodlust in his eyes. His hand...rather his [i]claw[/i] was dripping blood, undoubtedly from Hitmomi. He was also humming to himself, a low, taunting, almost whimsical hum. [B][COLOR=DarkRed]"Tasty, tasty, hot and sweet! Now who's the next one I shall eat?"[/COLOR] [/B] Seiryuu began to shake. Both with fear, and with anger. He mustered the strength to yell at the creature. [B]"You bastard! How dare you kill someone, just to taste their blood!!"[/B] It looked at Seiryuu. [COLOR=DarkRed][B]"Maybe you first..."[/B][/COLOR] he looked to Emi,[COLOR=DarkRed][B] "Or maybe her." [/B] [/COLOR] He then looked to the twins. [COLOR=DarkRed][B]"They look full of blood to. So whom to eat?"[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive]Timothy gazed out of the window beside him, looking down at the clouds. He had always found that to be quite amusing. Always looking up at them, it's quite the same form a higher view. [I]You would think it to be more majestic... [/I] His sister kicked his chair from behind. He sighed wearily. He had had to fight her for this window seat, and had a bruise to show for it. When she began pouting, Kali kindly offered to let Bun have the window seat in their row. He turned to Kendra, who had gladly decided to sit by him. He smiled at her and she smiled back, and he decided to engae her in conversation. "Planes are pretty cool, don't you think? Someday I'm gonna' own tons of planes, fly wherever I want. But of course I'll continue to look after the bathhouse, because," he looked back at Bun,"lord knows she wouldn't be able to run it by herself." Another kick into his seat. He growled and turned around, hitting his sister over the head. "Planes are quite nice. Can't say I enjoy them to much anymore...We only get to experience their granduer when carrying out missions for Panther." Kendra said, disrupting Tim's rampage on Bun. Kendra looked sad, and suddenly Tim felt like putting his arm around her. He quickly rethought that and decided he would try to cheer her up by acting like his regular self. "Ah, well! As long as we get to take plane rides, I'm happy. Nothing like planes..." He sank into his seat and closed his eyes. "I'm just glad that you're here..." He murmured under his breath. Kendra looked at him. "I'm sorry, I didn't hear what you said. Could you repeat that?" Tim blushed. "I didn't say anything! Can't...can't even try and sleep without being pestered..." He shut his eyes after that, still blushing slightly. Had his eyes been open, he'd have seen Kendra looking at him, blushing as well.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]They walked together to the back of the mansion to find that the other were already outside. Kaine had seen most of them, so he waved at those he knew. Karyan was studying the others intentively, which made Kaine laugh again. He got her attention and motioned for them to sit. Karyan raised an eyebrow curiosly. Kaine smiled. [B]"I think that the others might recieve the wrong impression of you if they turn around and see someone glaring at them. Sit, and you'll be less conspicous."[/B] Karyan laughed at this. [B]"You're probably right..."[/B] She went back to surveying the others after sitting down. Kaine, to, decided he would examine them. They looked relaxed for the moment, and Kaine had to focus hard on remembering that this was a contest. [I]To be that informal with your rivals...[/I] That thought caused him to chuckle. [I]I'm one to talk. A couple of minutes here and I've already formed an alliance.[/I] He looked over at Karyan, eyeing her over unbeknowst to her. He didn't want to appear rude, but he couldn't help it. Karyan saw him out of the corner of her eyes and turned to him. [b]"Is there something on your mind?"[/b] Kaine fumbled quickly for an answer. [B]"I'm just...just amazed that everyone is so relaxed. That should make it more interesting, however. If they were to start off afraid, they would be hopeless. I've learned that in life if you're going to run a race, you've got to start believing you'll win."[/B] Karya nodded at that. [B]"Hmmm...I agree. If you entered afraid, you would be picked off easily by the braver competitors. But there is a certain strategy to being nervous. Being overly cautious is foolish as well."[/B] Kaine nodded and looked around quickly. [B]"Nobody looks overly confident...."[/B] he thought for a moment, [B]"I think I'll write a story based off of this experience, win or lose (though I am to win). Hell, I'd read it if someone else wrote it."[/B] He chuckled to himself, and Karyan smiled. Karyan looked down at Kaine's wrist and asked how long they had been sitting for. Kaine brought his watch up and gazed. They had been out there for 5 minutes already. Karyan sighed. [B]"Where is this 'Master of Games'? I would think that he would not want to keep us waiting."[/B] Kaine shrugged and sunk into his seat a little. He too had been thinking about that. Where exactly was there host?[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive]He looked at her nervously. [I]Was she okay?[/I] He couldn't honestly tell. But she had had some reaction to being invited to visit him. He looked down, weighed with emotion. Had he pushed to quickly? He shifted his weight. [I]Maybe she isn't interested...But what if? What if she is?[/I] He had never met a person who honestly wanted to converse with him because of who he was, and not his money. He even felt that he could easily confide anything in her. He didn't want to lose a friend he had only just made. He tried quickly to resume conversation, he was very uneasy in the akward silence. [B]"Beaches are quite nice...People just go there to hang around and be with one another. It's quite a popular spot for couples..." [/B] He choked after he finished that sentence. Karyan appeared to become uneasier as well. [B]"Really?..That's interesting.."[/B] Karyan eyes still held that look of nervousness. Kaine decided he would change the subject, maybe she would be more comfortable talking about something else. [B]"I like your idea about us working together. This is indeed a competition, and to heads are better than one."[/B] Karyan seemed to perk up at that, and they began talking about the competition. Kaine was happy that she no longer held that look of...fear was it? He couldn't tell, but he was glad to see it replaced. They talked for a few minutes more and then decided that they should see their rooms. Karyan and Kaine stood up, when Kaine had an idea. [B]"How about we meet to talk again after we take a gander around? We could meet in one of our rooms,"[/B] Karyan looked nervous again,[B]"or we could come back out here. It's up to you. Knock on my door if you'd like to."[/B] He walked her to her room out of courtesy. He decided to take a risk and hugged her before heading to his own room. Once inside he plopped onto the bed, exhausted. He was worried about how their conersation had gone. A long time ago he had vowed not to open up to anyone, but he had just done so. [I]There's something about her...[/I] He couldn't put his finger on it. The wall around his heart had managed to part for her, but he didn't know why. He jumped and changed into his favorite suit, in hopes that she would want to talk more.[/COLOR] ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ [B]OOC: Wasn't sure how you wanted me to handle that Reiku, so I hope I did okay. I was originally going to have him kiss her on the cheek before leaving, but that's extremely odd to do after just meeting someone. Your turn. [/B] [/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Olive]Kaine glanced at the woman who had just approached him. Karyan was quite stunning, and her outfit gave away quite a bit of information about her. Kaine smiled greetingly and took her hand in a friendly shake. [B]"My name's Kaine. It's a pleasure to meet you."[/B] He looked her over again and then quickly looked around the room. He adressed her once more. [B]"Rather late, hmm? The drivers fault undoubltedly. This "Master of Games" appears to have a rather insubordinate staff."[/B] She laughed at that. He motioned to a bench and the two strolled over and sat down. He tried hard not to stare, she too was quite attractive. More-so than the others in his opinion. He cleared his throat and engaged her in conversation. [B]"This game seems rather curious, doesn't it? I wonder what exactly must be done to survive in this house...There must be some unbelievably trying test will be put through, don't you think?" [/B] She thought for a second, then answered. [B]"I'm not sure yet if there's much to be worried about. I haven't had a chance to examine my competitors. I really don't know how tough they are."[/B] Kaine laughed. Karyan glanced at him curiously. He had never looked at this as a competition untill she had said that. He had almost forgotten that he would need to compete against these people here, even her. He shook his head and began speaking. [B]"I'm sorry, it's just you seem quite intense about this whole thing. So I wonder...Are you here for the money? Or merely for the thrill of adventure? I myeslf am only interested in this game. The prize holds no value to me. What of you? What brings a dashing woman as yourself out here?"[/B] Karyan thought for a moment, than opened her mouth to answer.[/COLOR] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [B]OOC: Tag, Reiku. Have fun. ~__^[/B][/SIZE]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1][B]"Damn it!" [/B] Kaine threw his pencil down and ruffle his golden hair with his hand. He then took his head in both hands and sighed. [B]"I can't think of a damn thing to write."[/B] He looked towards his computer. [I]Might as well chach my email. Nothing better to do.[/I] He turned on the computer and and accessed the internet. His home page was his email adrress, he really didn't do much else on the computer. He browsed over the long list of junk mail, sighing once more. [B]"I don't know why I keep this. Nothing but junk---"[/B] A message suddenly caught his eye. [B]"Eh? Who's this from?"[/B] He opened it up and read the message. [i]Hello, I?m writing to you, my friend, to congratulate you on winning an all expense paid trip to the coast of Scotland to live in my mansion for as long as you wish. Beware, this is no ordinary mansion mind you. Within the walls of my home, everything you ever wished for will be granted to you. And I mean....everything. All the deepest, darkest desires of your heart will be yours. Whatever pleasure you seek for yourself...will be granted to you. If you desire love, sex, money, drugs, food...all of life?s commodities will be yours. If you wish to accept this honor, please...simply reply back with a smile yes or no; and immediate transportation plans will be set in place for you to arrive. Upon arriving, there are three rules which you must obey while in my home. 1) You must obey your cards... 2) You must stay in the light... 3) You must never go into the Angelic Wing... That is all..,everything will be explained when you arrive...any questions that you have will not be with held from you prior to entering the mansion. You may be asking yourself...??why would I bother coming to a place such as this??? I?ll tell you why...if you play my little game...if you last living in the house, you will earn half of my family fortune, which comes to around thirteen billion dollars. I?m not joking, I?ve come to realize the worthlessness of money...so I?ve decided to give most of it away to the ones who I find to be worthy. And I will wait as long as it takes to find the right ones. So; whomever can stay within the house for six months, will be declared the winner...and the thirteen billion will be split between those who are left. But hear me...once you enter the mansion, you may not leave the grounds of the estate. So there you have it; come to my mansion...where all your dreams come true...and have the opportunity to win thirteen billion dollars. No strings attached...and believe me...it will be worth your while. Oh, one more thing...do not tell anyone of this, for we want to make this as smooth and without interruptions from the outside world. Don?t worry...we?ll know if you tell...which will automatically revoke your chances of coming to my mansion. As clarity for your honesty and silence...I have taken the liberty of electronically sending ten thousand dollars to your personal back account, as a token of my friendship too you. That is all I will tell you...once you reply back to this email...you will have an escort waiting outside your house within two days to bring you to the mansion. I have chosen you because I feel you to be worthy of such a reward; for your dedication to society, your love and compassion, your leadership, your strength through turmoil, and last but not least...for just who you are. Catch ya later... Sincerely, The Master of Games...[/i] He laughed. [I]Money, eh? I couldn't care less about that, but this does sound interesting...[/i] He replied to the message. [i]Master of Games. You're offer is to tantalizing to pass up, so I willl surely be present at your mansion. I will be leaving today, so expect me shortly. Later, Kaine Maxwell-Kingsley.[/i] He sent the message, then began packing. He gathered all of his belonging s, the took a quich shower. He got out, threw on a long sleeved white shirt, and pair of baggy black pants, grabbed his shades, then grabbed his CD player and the grabbed his cell phone. He called to his personal pilot and told him to be prepared, for he was taking a trip. He was quite a succeful writer, and often used money from the account the Maxwells had given to him. He brought all of his bags outsied and was amazed to find a limo waiting for him. After he was about to pack his bags in and get in himself, when a thug came up from behind grabbed his arm. Kaine looked over his shoulder. [B]"Master Kaine. Your parents request your presence."[/B] [I]Shit![/I] He thought o himself. [I]They know where I am.[/I] He swung around and drove his fist into the man's chest. The man collapsed and Kaine went into the limo. The plane ride was short, and he was at the mansion at no time. He saw two people talking and the one person sitting alone. He took a moment to look at the two people taling and took note of the girl. [I]Pretty attractive...[/I] He shrugged and walked over to the woman sitting alone and decided to introduce himself. As she was pulling off her headphones and looking at him, he took a once over of her. [i]Pretty attractive also...Where am I? I've gotta be asleep.[/i] [B]"Yo. How are you doing? My name's Kaine Maxwell-Kingsley. What's yours?"[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR] [B][SIZE=1]OOC: Hope you don't mind, Sakura. ^__^[/SIZE][/B]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Seiryuu took a once over of his interesting classmates. They were, for the most part, very odd. He chuckled to himself, and began chewing on the back of his pen. He looked over to Kimiko-san and decided that he would go introduce himself to her, she had walked in late, so she didn't know who he was. He also found her very interesting, few people had the kick-ass disposition that she did. She was the only other person here who actually didn't care about the uniforms. He stood up and walked over to her, waving his hand in front of her to get her attention. She lowered her headphones and stared at him. [B]"Yes?"[/B] [B]"I'm Seiryuu. Nice to meet you. I couldn't help but notice your...remarkable introduction, and wanted to personally commend you on such. Everyone should be like that. Would definitely make for more interesting conversations if everyone got straight to the point."[/B] She rolled her eyes and put her headphones back on, ignoring him alltogether. The teacher turned around and barked at Seiryuu to get back in his seat. Seiryuu faked a smiled and walked back to his seat. He pulled out his CD player again, retreating into himself. [I]Maybe [b]I[/b] was a little to bluntly honest... And I rambled like a raving idiot...fuck.[/I] He growled lowly. [I]Definitely a good way to introduce myself.[/I] He thought sarcastically.[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]Hmmm...I totally believe in the supernatural. I mean, what exactly happens to peoples souls when the pass away? No living person can answer that question, and it's fully possible that souls wander the Earth, and maybe only are seen when they want to be seen. That figure you see out of the corner of your eye. That voice that speaks into your ear when you're outside. When you turn around because you could have sworn your name was called. Was it your imagination? Or someone trying to contact you? *sigh* I sound crazy. Heh, heh. All I'm saying is that we should be a little more flexible and not so quick to disregard the thought of ghosts. Of course...there is that occasional twit who comes out claiming to have seen ghosts and to have been abducted by aliens, brought to another planet, seen the devil, and to be a messenger from god. Listen...but be slightly skeptical of him. It's always a good idea to look at all of sides of a story. I think that we're connected with the supernatural in our sleep. What else explains dreams? :rolleyes: Yah, yah. That was pretty lame. But when you see dead relatives in dreams it could be their way of seeing you again.*shrugs* Ya never know. Natsu-chan, don't worry about violent communication with ghosts. I wouldn't allow anything to happen to you.[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1]What're you sorry for? ^__^ I think they were well worth the wait! The avatar works perfectly, and both the avi and banner look great. Many, many thanx, boxybrown. [/SIZE] [/COLOR]

[LEFT][COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1][B]Name:[/B] Timothy Lee [B]Age:[/B] 23 [B]Appearance:[/B] [URL=http://www.kokojambo.privat.t-online.de/krad1.jpg]Timothy, Bun?s brother[/URL]. Wears [URL=http://www.infoclamp.net/img/serie21/galeries/gal05.jpg]this suit[/URL]. Timothy stands 6?1??.He wears thin, square-rimmed shades and a glove that cuts off at the knuckles that has an archaic cross on the back of it. He also wears a chain with a cross on it. [B]Personality:[/B] Timothy is a brash, extremely rude young man to everyone except his sister, Bun. He?s quite proud of his fighting skills, and shows off whenever he can. He?s also not one to back down from a fight, and will continue to argue even if he?s obviously going to lose. However, he can?t get Kendra to argue with him, she?s just to level-headed. This irritates him greatly. He cares greatly for Bun, and loves her dearly. He always watches out for her, and wants to make sure she?s happy. Timothy often takes responsibility for Bun?s pranks, but doesn?t mind. He?s very loyal as well, and will protect those he loves with every fiber of his being. No matter what. He isn?t to worried about fighting, though. He?s confident that he would emerge victorious from any battle, except maybe with Bun, Kendra, or Kali. [B]Bio:[/B] Timothy and Bun where both born in Seoul, Korea. Bun and Tim, which Bun calls him, she is the only one in the family to do so, are only half brother and sister. Though they treat each other like they where full blooded, no one mentions Tim?s mother in the house. When his mother died his father married Bun?s mother. People often comment on the fact that they do not look alike, but he ignores it. Timothy and Bun grew up in their family owned bathhouse. Timothy found the pranks that Bun played to be amusing, and would take the blame for them occasionally. Whenever female guests came by they often flirted with him, which made Bun jealous. Though she never showed it, Timothy knew, and he would always take her out for lunch or for a walk to make her feel better afterwards. In Korea around the time when young girls where being kidnapped, Bun?s and Timothy?s father said that they should learn how to fight. They began learning to defend themselves and learn how to fight. Timothy became very skilled in the art of Tae-Kwon-Doe along with his sister. He had his choice of any art, but decided he would progress alongside his sister. He became skilled with a katana and medieval weapons as well, but found that his weapon of choice was the katana. It?s sleek shape and power made it his favorite weapon. At their school Timothy and Bun met two girls, Kendra and Kali. The four of them became close friends and went everywhere together. Timothy found a slight attraction to Kendra, though he could never understand why. He just did. He also got the feeling that Kali did not like him much, but he never thought much into it. [B]Fast forward?[/B] Timothy, Kendra, Kali, and Bun were approached by a mysterious figure that called himself the Panther. He was very odd wanting them to kill other people for big paychecks. Kali and Kendra appeared to be cautious about the situation. Not Bun and Timothy though. They agreed to do it. Timothy seemed like he really wanted to do it and Bun too seem very excited. Timothy was extremely happy, his sister would be with him and everything seemed to good to be true. What could happen? "Heh, I'm great ain't I?" "Tim! You promised me ice cream. I told you to stop flirting. Now hurry up." "Oohh....No fun." [i][B]End[/i][/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][/LEFT]

[COLOR=Olive][SIZE=1][B]Name:[/B] Kaine Maxwell-Kingsley [B]Age:[/B] 24 [B]Sex:[/B] Male [B]Location:[/B] California, America [B]Appearance:[/B] [URL=http://www.kokojambo.privat.t-online.de/krad1.jpg]Kaine.[/URL] Always wears [URL=http://www.infoclamp.net/img/serie21/galeries/gal05.jpg]this suit.[/URL] He wears a nice golden watch, one that he bought with his own money, and a chain with a miniature sword on it. He also wears sleek, square-rimmed glasses that alternate between shades and glasses depending upon the light and a glove that cut's off at the knuckles on his right hand. [B]Personality:[/B] Kaine is kind, compassionate, and an all around nice guy, but he?s afraid of commitment. Every relationship he?s been has ended horribly. Most women want him for his money, and others just want him for a good time. He?s never, however, been scornful or impolite towards them, remaining a gentleman to the very end. He?s very trusting as well, but he doesn?t befriend everyone. He usually has good judgment in people and can tell when they are sincere or not. He?s good at fighting, as well, because he learned quite a lot from his personal trainer. He prefers to exhibit his skills, but will if necessary. [B]Bio:[/B] Kaine was born into the wealthy Maxwell family, but wasn?t spoiled. Though he could easily receive anything he desired at any time he desired, he did not do so. His parents frowned upon this. They constantly told him that since he was wealthy there was no need for him to do anything himself. Those with power have to use their power, he was told repeatedly. He did not care however. He thought it better of himself to do things on his own. He did not talk much with his parents, his only friend in their mansion being his personal trainer. He taught him to fight, among many other things. He was also the first to alert Kaine about his life to come. As long as he lived in the shadow of his parents, he was told, he would always be used for their wealth. His school life was one he did not favor as well. Always the best private schools, with teachers who attempted to make him grow up to quickly. He took many jobs throughout his schooling career, unbeknownst to his parents and saved up every dollar he earned. He dreamed of escaping one day, having a life of his own where he could live outside of the lifestyle set for him. One day he got that chance. Kidnappers came to his house, and they stole him away during the night. They were relatively nice people, who just needed some many and had no other way of gaining it. Kaine told them that he would give them the money they desired on one condition. To allow him to live with him. Though it was an odd request, they gladly agreed. That was when he became a Kingsley. His parents looked for him for years, but to no avail. He was sure not to allow them to bring him back. He continued his schooling, but went to public school. He enjoyed it much more, and his grades even got better than they had been before. He breezed into and out of college, getting degrees in archeology and writing. He dated many women as well, but not many went so well. He still dated, but did so with caution. He did well in dividing his time between his work and women. It was night at his house, when he was having a writer?s block on his latest project, when he received the e-mail. Though he was uninterested in the money prize, he thought it to be quite the adventure. Thus, he took a vacation and headed off. [B]Greatest Desire:[/B] True love. [B]Greatest Fear:[/B] Being pushed away, rejected, and death.[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Gray][SIZE=1]I really didn't understand what it meant, myself.Thanks a lot for being willing to rework it. I'm much obliged.[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR=Gray][SIZE=1]Seiryuu hadn't heard the bell ring from beneath his headphones, and only realized he had to go in when he saw that no one was around him. He rushed into class, barely making it before the bell. He took his seat and resumed listening to music. The teacher said something to the class, and a girl stood up. Seiryuu took off his headphones, put his cd player in his bag, and listened. [b]"Ohayo, watashi wa Rumiko Lai desu. Nihon jin desu. Dozo yoroshiku."[/b] The girl said, sitting back down. The teacher called for the other new students to introduce themselves. Seiryuu looked around the class and, seeing that no one was getting up, decided he would follow up Lai-san. He walked to the front of the room and turned around. [B]"Yo. Watashi no namae wa Susano Seiryuu desu. Dozo yoroshiku."[/B] He walked back over to his seat and grinned nervously at Lai-san, flashing her a v-sign. She smiled slightly and turned around. He plopped down into his seat, sighed and sunk into his chair. [I]Oh well...[/I][/SIZE][/COLOR] [B][SIZE=1]OOC: Sorry it's so short. Introduction's are slightly complicated.[/SIZE][/B]