Phauxx Lightning

There was a whole lot more of... well, everything pretty much. BZP hasn't really changed too much, I think a lot of change that did happen seemed to be brought by BIONICLE ending and consequently a lot less members staying with the site. The site used to look different didn't it? I remember the look of the old site. The memories...

IC: Rylak had grown used to the heat of the Wahi, but now, it's life had truly begun to show. After a lonely journey through a constant, muggy heat that hung over the Wahi like a thick cloud, Rylak hadn't gotten much of the near silent Wahi. As he entered the Koro, all of that seemed to change. The sound hit him first. It seemed distant, yet drawing closer to him at all times, as if he had yet to truly reach the area's core. The sounds that filled his ears were no longer that of charred trees rustling and cracking in the whine of a small wind, or the ash shaking off his feet as he walked. It was of chatter and work. It was of clinging metal, inhabitants making their way about the village. A merchant waved over to Rylak, offering his services. "No thank you, I'm fine," As he proceeded to make his way over to Tor, his own hammer still clutched within his grasp. "However, I could still use your help. I haven't been around Ta-Koro much, and was wondering what there is to know about the village? Anything substantial happen lately?"

IC: Ta-Koro was finally in sight. The journey through the Wahi and been uneventful and dull. Rylak longed for action. A part of him had hoped for a Rahi to emerge from the ash of the Charred Forest and claw at him in defense of his home. He hadn't even seen a Ta-Matoran yet. The sky was dark with ash, a deep brown from the multitude of flames. It had loomed over him the whole way as he traversed through the Wahi. A sign, perhaps? Maybe it was an omen of his journey to come? His fist tightened on his hammer. I am ready and waiting for battle. I guess the question is, is it ready for me? The adventurer smirked at his throughout, and proceeded in Ta-Koro.

Name: Rylak Gender: Male Species: Toa Alignment: Self-serving adventurer, but prefers to work neutral. Kanohi: Kanohi Matatu, Great Mask of Telekinesis. (Shaped like the 2008 Miru Nuva Phantoka) Tools/Weapons: A sizable black hammer, the head of it being just smaller than Rylak's own head. It's very sleek and clean, as he cleans it often. There are several large cracks on it due to years of battle. When he holds the hammer there appears to be a strange, unnatural purple glow emitting from the cracks. (That last part is for appearance only. Look, it sounded like a cool idea in my head okay?) Powers/Abilities: Electricity. Rylak has spent little time honing his element, and is able to do little more than cast lightning thrown his way away from him, as well as blast lightning bolts in the general direction of his enemies. He rarely uses his powers in combat. Rylak's strength comes from his amazing endurance and resilience. He could boast about being able to run the length of Mata-Nui without breaking a sweat, and he wouldn't be lying. In a fight, Rylak can take serious punishment before going down, years of experience helping him walk off or avoid most elemental attacks. Due to his fitness, he takes hard hits and delivers harder blows in return with his hammer, a weapon he's gotten experienced enough with to throw with outstanding aim. Appearance: Rylak is quite tall, standing about a whole head length taller than the average Toa. He is quite fit, but not overly muscular. He's not that thin and not that muscular. His armor is a deep, midnight black. It is often shining as he takes care of it in his free time. Rylak's armor is very thick, sleek, and aerodynamic. It has almost no sharp or straight edges, fitting quite nicely to his form. His armor is accented by a rich, vibrant purple, which is very striking up against the heavy black. Background/Personality: Rylak is very tight-lipped about his past. Whenever it is brought up he gets quiet and cagey, switching the topic as quickly as he can. He'll open up to those he trusts as friends, but never if asked. In his past he suffered serious trauma, specifically concerning the fight that took the lives of his former team. Rylak wants adventure, and a challenge, in life. He longs for battle, to earn victory, glory, and fame amongst new-found comrades. Above all, he really wants friends. People to trust, to fight beside, to share the victory with. He's been alone for so long following the death of his team. Having been alone for so long, he has trouble with working with others. Rylak takes his relationships very seriously. Betraying him is the worst thing you could do to him. When he doesn't know people that well he acts tough, and is generally quiet and professional. When he gets to know someone, he opens up and does his best to drop the tough guy facade and be that person's best friend. Rylak thinks with his emotions, and they drive him in about everything he does. Weakness(es): As he doesn't use his powers that often against people that aren't flying, Rylak's only ranged attack is throwing his hammer. He thinks with his heart, often leading him to pick fights that he shouldn't have, and to never surrender. He rarely backs down from fights on his own, and is easily baited into fighting just about anyone. Name: Ehkann Gender: Male Species: Skakdi Alignment: Self-serving mercenary Kanohi: None Tools/Weapons: Ehkann carries a large, silver broadsword. It is highly detailed in design, and has a noticeable curve to it's blade. It is clean and new, with almost no battle damage. Powers/Abilities: Ehkann is a Skakdi of Sonics, meaning he can wield the element when in conjunction with another Skakdi. He also possess Laser Vision, and is very adept at using it. Ehkann is a highly skilled swordsman, using it as his main source of attack. He has years of experience with his weapon. Ehkann's skill with a sword comes from how quick the Skakdi is. He is quite fast and agile, able to dodge and weave his way through the battlefield. Appearance: Ehkann is about the average height of a Skakdi. He has a thin frame with wiry and lanky limbs. His armor is most gunmetal, with a vibrant sky blue as it's secondary color. His armor is very scarred and a bit dirty around the hands and feet to due a lack of maintenance. He has a deep scar running alongside the left side of his face. His spine is jagged and asymmetrical, the spikes seemingly having a mind of their own and going in any direction that they please. Background/Personality: Ehkann's goal in life is to get himself noticed. He's a total glory hound, wanting villages to chant his name on the mere sight of him. He'll tackle anything as long as it means he's the hero everyone's talking about in the end. If it doesn't help his image, he doesn't bother with it, because that's what's most important to him. When it comes to others, Ehkann tries to be the best friend that they have, one they can rely on. As long as he's the one everyone's look to for guidance, help, or a friend, everything's all good. Weakness(es): Ehkann is not physically strong, his most powerful attacks coming from his Laser Vision and the momentum behind certain blows. Ehkann never fights anyone due to having a personal vendetta, so if the reason he fights for is removed from the battle he'll stop fighting. Ehkann cannot swim, and freaks out if hit by too much water.

Let's hope that they do discover this history first. As the old fans we could help them with that. If they never really get into the history that "unification" might not work out.

Until it's completely 100% official that it's coming back, I'll act like it isn't. Rather not get my hopes up to high, just in case. A continuation would be nice, but less likely than a reboot. I'd be fine with a reboot as long as some of the original characters go with it.

Oh wow. That's pretty sick. I love how consistent each set looks compared to one another. Each set truly looks like it belongs there.

Alright cool. Thanks for the help! I'm excited to get back to it.

Wow, this is quite the striking image. I really like how the overall tone of the background make it look like it's in some sort of ice cave or something. If I had a suggestion I would darken the shadow that Toa Mahri Matoro is casting.

I heard about it on the message boards from LEGO.com. People kept hyping it up over there so I figured it'd be worth checking out.

Sooo, as someone who hasn't been in on this for a while now could someone help me get started? I used to play a long time ago, I'm just asking in a story/where I could get started sorta sense.

Well, Hi. I'm Phauxx, and I used to be a major noob on this site a long time ago. Hopefully, now that I'm back, I can change that.

Having recently returned to the site myself, I can say that I pretty had the same reaction that you did. Man, I just love this site. So glad to see it moving right along. I have a feeling BZP will be pushing forward for a long while.

The main page. Or front page, whatever you call it. Having recently taken a very long hiatus from this site, I guess my answer to that question is here, General Discussion.

If it does take off again and this site does gain a lot of new members, it'd take some time and effort on our part to welcome them in. This community is based on an older BIONICLE that they aren't used to. Hopefully that won't get turned away by a focus on a franchise they don't really know anything about.

Vakama's head just fell off for no apparent reason, hitting the table and rolling right out the open window. Sigh...

The Reference Center, Market place, and Comics

I fgure whatever happens, lets enjoy it while it lasts.

Only one of them know I like BIONICLE but that's about it.

The Piraka, most certainly. They showed the first sense of unique-ness in villain sets, from their rubber spines to their weapons. Plus, they were amazing characters, and beat the Toa Nuva.

Best would probably be Tarix's Blades, Lewa's (08) blade, and Takanuva's (08) weapon. Worst, other then the squid launchers, would be Ehlek's claw/things.

IC:Malthaitann trudged along the "Le-Koro Highway", as locals called it, scuffing the cold tunnel floor as he aimlessly made his way. No where to go, no where to be, nothing but a forsaken piece of rock. The solemn Skakdi thought, sighing as he continued toward Le-Wahi. He didn't pass by many, most not even looking his way as he made it down the dark, shadow-filled tunnel.Heh, Once you've been to one spot in a Wahi, you've seen it all. Karz, I gotta get outta here, off this lowly island.OOC: Malthaitann to Le-Wahi

IC:Phauxx looked around, watching as the people went forth about their lives, not a concern in the world. It seemed so peaceful, so relaxed. He returned his attention to Quada, and energetic guide who matched the atmosphere in every sense of the word. Something was off, he felt it, but was far from worried."I thank you for this, Quada. It is been a great pleasure. I know you must be quite busy, so I will get to know my way around on my own now. You are very nice. I hope our paths cross again."

I usually go off their Avatar/ Banner altogether, as it's really the only picture I've seen of them.