The Village of Gardahal

[The Almighty DM]

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In the lands of Farradin, hidden away in the Blackjaw Mountains, the village of Gardahal faintly smolders in the mountainous terrain. Undisturbed for almost a century, the population of no more than 400 has toiled away in the few farms that could fit in their turbulent lands, the forests that surround all their life, and the coal mines that caused their creation such a long time ago.

You, a commoner of this town, know no more about the world outside this familiar landscape than what you have heard from travelers and raconteurs who float through with the seasons. But through these sources, you hear of dark times barreling down upon us all. They speak of the monsters of nightmares come to life. No one can seem to agree on the truth, but they all admit it's grim.

Not like any of this will affect you though, so you continue on with your life, oblivious of the ever approaching presence that threatens to change the very course of destiny. The ever approaching presence that threatens you.

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Welcome to the lands of Farradin, a world of mystery, magic, and mayhem! You will start as a commoner in the Village of Gardahal, but with such a vague description of the town, you have been left a lot of room to develop just the character you want. As the story progresses, you will grow into the heroes we are all more familiar with playing, but all epics must have there beginnings and so it is that you are to begin in Gardahal.

For character creation, post below with at least all the following details. Everything is first come, first serve, so if you want a particular role, post early with a spot holder. You will be becoming full fledged classes later, so assign your abilities and create your back story with that in mind. Keep in mind that we want a full party. Organize the classes to be well rounded so I don't have to make undesired changes later. I want to see:

Name:
Gender:
Age:
Race: Human (For now, just human)
Desired Future Class:
Basic Attributes: (For this, use a 36 point buy system. emrilgame.netau.net/Dmstuff/pointbuy.html)
Physical Description:
Mental and Moral Attributes: (What makes you, YOU)
Profession:
Back Story: Try to be as in depth as possible. You want to be able to really connect with your character and role play well.

As a general rule, if you can come up with a good reason to do something different and it's creative, I'll allow it. If you want to hide any secrets any your character, you can just PM me those details as well. If you have any questions, just post them below so I can answer for everyone in case they have a similar problem.

Good luck, have fun, and I look forward to an epic adventure with everyone!

[locoszabo]

Name: Samriel (pronounced: same-re-el)
Gender: Female
Age: 17
Race: Human
Desired Future Class: Fighter
Basic Attributes(in accordance with 36 point system): Strength-17
Dexterity-14
Consitution-14
Intelligence-12
Wisdom-11
Charisma-12
Physical Description: Body: 5’10’, fair skinned, dark brown hair worn in a braid, stormy blue eyes, well-muscled, burn scar along right calf, callused hands, tanned face and arms
Clothes: -cloth tunic and breeches that are stained black with coal dust
-leather blacksmith apron and shorter tunic and breeches
-leather jerkin, breeches, wool cloak
Mental and Moral Attributes: -Average intellect, no formal schooling
-Chaotic good: will bend rules to accomplish important goals
-Family oriented: will do anything for younger siblings
-Hardworking: doesn’t steal when she could work instead
-Disciplined: exercises daily and improves smithing techniques
-Animal Lover: rides her horse Alexsander whenever she has time
Profession: Blacksmith, delivers coal on the side
Back Story:
Samriel has lived in Gardahal her entire life, never venturing farther than the woods, fields, and mine. She is the eldest of six children. She has two younger sisters, Alariel and Floriel, and three younger brothers, Gideon, Rowan, and Marton. Her mother died in childbirth with the youngest, Floriel, who is now four. Marton and Alariel, twins, are six, Rowan is 9, and Gideon is 13. Their father was a blacksmith who specialized in tools used in the coal mines. However he died four years ago, a few months before Floriel was born, leaving his children orphaned several months later when their mother died. He died whilst delivering some new tools to a tunnel deep in the mine when it collapsed, killing all inside. After he died Samriel, whose favorite pass time had been to watch her father work, began working in the smithy. Once her mother died and they lost the income she had provided by sewing, Samriel got another job at the coal mine, by using her horse, Alexsander, to haul coal from the mine at the towns outskirts to all the homes and businesses that purchased it. One day, about a year after her parents died, she found a secret basement while moving some old equipment. In the hidden basement she found a collection of swords, shields, and armor, along with pages of her fathers notes on crafting the aforementioned weaponry. It seemed that he had built a small arsenal, but for what she had no idea. Her father had never been one to fight. She kept the armory a secret, even from her siblings. Fast forward to current day. After years of smithing and coal hauling, Samriel is a tough kid. She continues to work at the smithy and is now a supplier of weapons as well as tools for the mine. She has improved her smithing abilities and had become the most sought after smith in town, not only for the quality of her products but for the decoration and beauty that she incorporates into furnishings for homes. She has allowed Gideon and Rowan to begin working at the smithy as well. They could have made more working in the mines, but after what happened to her father, she would never allow any of the boys to work in the mines. The family lives in a house above the smithy. She works hard everyday to provide for her siblings and as such they have never wanted for food or clothing. Whenever she can she goes out riding with Alexsander. Each day that she spends out riding makes her wish that she could keep riding and never turn back, but thoughts of her siblings tie her down. Returning home after her rides is more disappointing each time.

[The Almighty DM]

When writing the back story, remember that you starting as commoners. If anything spectatular has happened in your life, it has only been examples of will power, mental attributes, or sheer luck. Avoid anything that gives you an unfair advantage over others and things that make you more heroic than any other commoner. Your powers will come later.

[The Almighty DM]

So I guess another way of saying this is, if you have desired heroic traits, like being a nimble rouge, then say your character climbed trees and stole an extra piece of bread from the dinner table.

[mattman6000]

Name: Flint Stonewild
Gender: Male
Age: 24
Race: Human (At the command of the almightyDM)
Desired Future Class: Avenger
Basic Attributes:

STR: 10
DEX: 16
CON: 10
INT: 14
WIS: 20 (18 + 2 for being human)
CHA: 8

Physical Description: 5'9'', 145lbs, light skinned, dirty blond hair, blue eyes, not in the best shape, but his small size allows him to move quickly

Clothing: -Basic Cloth Armor

Mental and Moral Attributes:

Lawful good: Will stay away from evil at all cost

Extremely Loyal to Bahamut: He has grown up worshiping this deity and feels strong toward him.

Moderately Intelligent: Was taught by his parents; often reads books in his spare time.



Back Story: Flint Stonewild has worshiped at the local temple, read books and took interest in Bahamut as a deity. He worships throughout the week and is devoted to do what would be in the interest of his deity. His parents worshiped Bahamut and traveled a great journey, but have settled down because they are getting older. He read most books he could find and has always wanted to go on an adventure, like his parents. He has worked in the local inn for most of his life, as his parents own it, and heard numerous stories of far off lands which make Flint curious of what is out there.

[Azoth]

Name: Azoth
Gender: Male
Age: 19
Race: Human
Desired Future Class: Swordmage

Basic Attributes:
Str-16
Dex-10
Con-14(+2 already factored in since human)
Int-18
Wis-10
Cha-10

Physical Description: 5'7", 140 lbs, tan, black unruly mop for hair, dark brown almost black eyes, has a decent amount of muscle from toiling in the fields every day, callused hands, scar running diagonally across his chest

Mental and Moral Attributes:
-genius level intellect, no formal schooling
-chaotic neutral
-lazy: doesn't care to do any more work than he has to
-bored: always looking to add more excitement to his life

Profession: Farmer, helps his parents out

Back Story: Azoth grew up on his parents' farm in Gardahal. He is an only child. He's worked on the farm with his parents his whole life. He's always hoped to do something more with his life than be just a simple farmer. Azoth has always had a fascination with adventurers, especially sword wielders and magicians. While books have been scarce, he's tried to get his hands on any he could find in order to find out about the world outside the village. He got the scar on his chest from trying to emulate adventures and fight a wolf when he was little. He still works on the farm, hoping for something fun to happen.

[strykeron]

Name: Ivar Steinmes
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Race: Human
Desired Future Class: Cleric

Basic Attributes:
Str:15
Dex:12
Con:12
Int:15
Wis:16+2
Cha:11

Physical Description: 6'1", 174lbs. Well-built and tall, but never over-bearing, well kept and neat in most respects. Holds cleanliness in high regard, with his dark brown hair and pale skin, and hands hardened from work.

Mental and Moral Attributes:
-Lawful Good
-Wise beyond his years, and holds intelligence and wisdom in high esteem
-Friendly, but not particularly charismatic
-Strict personal discipline, believes rules are meant to be followed
-Loyalty and discipline are traits to be desired and expected in all

Profession: Clergyman

Back Story: Given to the local church as a child, Ivar grew up with the monks that lived there, and thus became part of the order of Bahamut monks. The monks required daily work in the small field by the monastery, making Ivar strong and teaching him the discipline he holds dear. A strict regiment of rules and schedules taught him to follow the orders of his betters at all costs. Much of the time spent in the monastery was spent studying the deities in books and songs and simple artwork throughout the monastery. This gave him great intelligence and wisdom beyond his years. This was helpful when the head-monk died, and leaving Ivar as the last surviving member of the order at only 15 years old. He has spent the last three years teaching a young apprentice to try and revive the small church but it has proved difficult. Being cloistered for his entire life has not made Ivar particularly sociable, but has given him a long time to think and grow strong. He hopes that his apprentice, Yorin, can eventually take over the monastery some day. Unfortunately, the stories coming in of evils rising in the world has Ivar troubled. He seems to hear a voice calling him out of his home and into the world, to bring his god's justice and order and law.

[aeviswolfblood]

Name: Aevis Wolfblood
Gender: Male
Age: 19
Race: Human
Desired Future Class: Wizard

Basic Attributes:
Str: 9
Dex: 12
Con: 15+2
Int: 16
Wis: 16
Cha: 11

Physical Description: 6 ft 0 in, 150 lbs, Caucasian, brunette hair left to hang just above the shoulders in no particular hairstyle (Not dirty though), dark blue eyes, hands slightly callused from forced field labor, muscles toned but not overly bearing.

Mental and Moral Attributes:
-Incredible memory, eager to learn and self teaches
-Unaligned
-Loves animals: especially wolves, foxes, and birds of prey
-family and friends are very important
-drive to become a stronger person
-code of honor (not lawful, but following certain personal guidelines)
-Loyalty is expected and given-will never abandon a comrade willingly-betrayers no longer considered comrades.

Profession: Farmer, merchant

Back Story: Aevis was born to a farming family and is the oldest of 7 children. He had worked on the farm and helped sell the goods in the local market since he was old enough to walk and talk. In his free time he enjoyed going off into the woods, where he would climb trees, swim and play with the animals, play with his bow and arrows that his father crafted, and read all of the books he could get his hands on in town. One day he found his grandfathers journals hidden beneath his house. The journals were the chronicles of his grandfathers travels before he came to the town and married Aevis's grandmother. There were tales of all sorts of people from the outside world doing all sorts of amazing things. He especially thought of the Wizards as spectacular. Ever since, Aevis has wanted to leave Gardahal, begin to study magic, and have his own adventure.

[Azoth]

Make a more serious character and you can play. Like maybe make her not 11, or change the thing about cutting herself, and the daddy issues. Daddy issues usually hit in the late teens from what I've gathered. make her like 18

[Azoth]

You quit dude. We weren't going to force you to stop or anything. Would've worked around it.

[analogouspants5]

Name: Zangretor Chorster
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Race: Human
Desired Future Class: Rogue

Basic Attribute:
Str: 11
Dex: 20
Con: 11
Int: 14
Wis: 12
Cha: 12

Physical Description:
1.9 m, 80 kg, White Skin, Scruffy Brown Hair, Incredibly Handsome.

Mental and Moral Attributes:
-Unaligned
-Deity is Ioun
-Smart and suave
-Morals: meh

Profession: Cook

Back Story:
Zangretor was born to a moderately wealthy family, and grew up to become the village's main cook. Having a relatively easy life compared to many of the others in the village, he is not as experienced in some aspects of skills and survival, but he was raised with a strong education, and his practice in the kitchen has given him quite a bit of dexterousness. His lack of hardships also has helped him to retain his youthful innocence, and he likes to regularly sneak around and mess with many of the people in the village, much to their disapproval and dismay.

[phlegmzoidmaster]

Name: Clark Stratzler
Gender: Male
Age: 37
Race: Human (For now, just human)
Desired Future Class: Druid
Basic Attributes:
Str : 10
Dex : 10
Con : 18
Int : 8
Wis : 20 (Human)
Cha : 8
Physical Description: Bulky Bodybuilder Stature ; 6' 7"; Peppered Hair ; Carlisle Blue Eyes
Profession: Professional Lumberjack
Back Story: Clark grew up into a lumber jacking family, so it only seemed fit for him to become a lumberjack himself. Clark has had a rough life. When the coal mine first opened Clark was only a young boy but he went and helped his father as the mine needed workers to help get the mine established. Clark would often hide behind the house skipping school and go to work with his father. They never told his mother who greatly valued education. Clark loved spending time with his father. When the coal mine no longer needed their attention Clark and his father turn back to the woods they called home. When Clark turned 17 his mother caught a sickness the doctor could not determine. Clark started to go back to school, his idea to help her have something to hold onto. Two weeks after his graduation at age 23 his mother finally lost her well-fought battle with the sickness. Clark was never the same man again. He then started to seclude himself from society and eventually build himself a cabin out in the nearby woods. The village never paid much attention to him other than his weekly wagon full of fresh lumber. To this day not a soul understands how the kind gentle Clark became distraught and torn from society.