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IC: JenxJenx laughed."It's fine. If she's gone, she likely won't be back for a while. Look, everything's still freshly cleaned. She just left maybe a day ago. Besides, Marda said if I ever needed a place to stay, the Dal Riata would ALWAYS be open. I'm going to assume she meant even when it's closed, it's open to me." she said, leading Mita upstairs and showing her the rooms."Take your pick." she said, and opened the first door on the right. The room was nicely sized, with a bed, a large chest and a lantern that could be lit with a switch. She put her sitar and the few belongings she had o the bed and went back downstairs, browing the selection of liquor."What to choose, what to choose." she said, immediately skipping the bottle with the skull and crossbones on it. Marda's special blend. When Mita returned, Jenx waved her over."Want something?" she asked.OOC: Marda's my other character, so really it's fine.

IC: Marda Ace and Ripley on the Iron LadyMarda nodded."Sounds like this is going to be fun." she said. She tapped her foot three times on the deck, and there was an audible sound of cannon balls being loaded. Then she tapped again, and a small burst of fire erupted from the front of the ship."Fire cannon works." she said proudly. Then she turned to Ripley and Ace."Get ready. Ripley, your power of Iron will be quite useful in disabling them. Ace, if neccesary use your power and lift them from the water." she ordered. Ripley nodded."Of course." she said, and rapped her knuckles on the fan device again. The blades began turning faster, and the Iron Lady picked up speed."Miss Marda, I promise I'll do my best." Ace said. Marda nodded and took the wheel again.OOC: This is going to be fun.

OOC: I edited my last post. Let's try this again.IC: Marda, Ripley, Ace and several NPC crewmembers.Marda smiled, waving at the being on the other ship."Hey! Any idea where these Tarakava are? I've been waiting for something like this for ages!" she called. Then a thought occured to her."That reminds me, I didn't actually introduce myself. Name's Marda Belatroja, that bell-UH-troy-UH, and don't pronounce it wrong. Although, just Marda will do. Anyway, let me introduce you to my most trusted crew members." she whistled, and two Toa joined her on deck. One was a Toa of Gravity, well mucled and clad in black and purple. He was obviously a rookie, and shifted uneasily from one foot to the other."This is Ace, my trusted left hand. He's not the most experienced fighter, but still a valuable ally." she called. Then she looked to a Toa of Iron, who tapped lightly on a wooden device about the size of a Toa with two big fan blades. The blades were spinning rapidly, filling the sails with wind, and as she tapped they slowed down so the Iron Lady drifted lazily alongside Tooroko's ship. Then the Toa walked over, staring at the crew of the other ship. She had no weapons, but her fingers were tipped with iron claws."This is Ripley, my right hand and my most trusted ally. She's got a viking temper, so be careful around her." Marda warned. Then she smiled."So what's on the agenda? Are we close?" she asked.OOCThere, that makes a bit more sense. Sorry for my long winded post, but I wanted to introduce the crew and that interesting piece of machinery that propels the ship. It will be very important in the future.

IC: JenxJenx walked slowly through the sand, followed closely by her new companion."Well, we're here. I've got a friend that owns a bar and inn around here, so we can settle down there and figure out what to do from here." Jenx said. She walked on, and almost forgot she wasn't alone as she began to sing a song her friend Marda had taught her."How you turned my world, you precious thing. You starve and near exhaust me. Everything I've done, I've done for you. I move the stars for no one." Suddenly she turned and smiled."Oh, sorry. I sometimes forget others are around and practice some of my songs." she said, shrugging. They finally came to a bar.DAL RIATA CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE"Oh darn, she's gone. Oh well." she said, and she reached into an almost invisible nook in the wall, pulling out a small key."Miss Marda, so predictable." she said, opening the door. "Come on in. Welcome to the Dal Riata."

IC: Marda and 1 NPCMarda pulled her boat alongside Tooroko's and walked over to the rail, handing the wheel to a Toa of Water."Hello! Anybody there?" she called.

IC: Jenx"Yay! But, I've never ridden a Gukko before. I've always walked everywhere I went." she said. Shrugging, she smiled."Well, it's worth a try. Shall we go?" she asked.

OOC: Bane, are you joining Marda's crew for your quest? I've got at least two more characters waiting on the ship if you want.IC: MardaMarda pointed out to the ocean, where a large ship floated gently on the waves. It was made from the strongest wood from Le-Wahi and reinforced with light, strong iron. There were several cannons mounted on all sides, and a Ta-Koronan Fire Cannon on the front, among an assortment of other weaponry."She's called the Iron Lady for a reason. Shall we go?" Marda asked, readying the small lifeboat she had arrived in.OOC: Who's ship are we using?

IC: MardaMarda smiled."Well, I am indeed all three of those things. I've been sailing since I was born, and I just happen to be in possession of a ship, a magnificent vessel called the Iron Lady. As for the Tarakava, I've dealt with all sorts of Rahi, so I doubt a Tarakava will be much trouble. I've got a couple of friends of mine back on the ship, if you don't mind the comany. A Toa of Iron and a Toa of Gravity." she said. She pointed to the docks."I came in on a smaller vessel. The Iron Lady is a few minutes out. Didn't want to steer her into the port." she said, grinning.OOCThe Lorax, I don't have a problem. As long as Bane's fine with it, you're welcome on my ship.

IC: JenxJenx sighed."Oh darn it. I don't want to walk all the way to Po-Wahi! That could take ages!" she slumped down on the stump she had been playing on and frowned."I guess it's Po-Koro, then. I'm ready to go now,if you feel like tagging along." she offered.

IC: MardaMarda strolled along the docks. She had stopped three people to ask if they had any leads on a job, and so far they had all turned her away. Then she came upon another who she dubbed "looking like he needed something done" and stopped him."Excuse me, sir, would you happen to know where a girl can find some good old fashioned adventure? I'm desperately in need of something to do. Anything, really." she asked, praying for a positive answer.OOCThat's you, Bane.

IC: MardaMarda slowly steered her boat towards the Ga-Koro docks. She had considered walking to Ga-Wahi, but it was a long walk from Po-Koro through sandstorms. Lost in thought, she nearly forgot to stop, at the last minute pulled into the dock at a frightening speed. She managed to stop, however, and stepped regally onto th seaweed floor of the village."Well, now I'm here. I just need to find something to do." she said.OOCMarda open for interaction.

IC: MardaMarda groaned out loud."BOREDOM!!!!!" she cried, and kicked a bar stool over."Screw this. I'm going to Ga-Wahi. Maybe there's something good happening there." she said, picking up the bar stool as she left. She locked the door as she left, and hung a sign next to it.DAL RIATA CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE"Not like I get much business anyways." she said, slinging a pack of supplies over her shoulder and lifting her hood. With one last look at her deserted bar, Marda ventured into the sandstorm covered desert.Marda to Ga-Wahi.

IC: JenxJenx smiled at the fellow musician."I'm Jenx, travelling musician and nomad, though I spend a lot of time here in Le-Koro. They're so musical. Those Le-Matoran, they're just a couple of locals that agreed to play with me. I usually travel alone. Not many people have use for a travelling musician. Especially one who doesn't fight well." she said, laughing."Don't suppose you know of anywhere in need of musical talent? I was thinking of packing up soon, but I can't decide where to go." she asked.

OOCWow, I've been gone a while. Back to business for Marda!IC: MardaMarda sat behind her bar. What a horribly boring day! She sighed and stared at the door, willing a customer to come in. Maybe if she just wished hard enough...OOCMarda and the Dal Riata Bar open for interaction.If anybody tried to sign up for Marda's Court Guard, or whatever I called it, please come in again. I've been busy, and I don't have the time to go back and check.

IC: CyberCyber laughed put loud. She couldn't help it. She too had once fried a friend, and hadn't seen the poor sap since. She smiled."It was a pleasure to meet you, Karkhalm. If you're ever in these parts again, come find me. Perhaps we could test our cannons." she said, and with that she turned."See you later!" she called, disappearing into the jungle.IC: JenxJenx sat down on a stump next to two Le-Matoran who had agreed to join her in a song. She smiled."What shall we play today?" she asked. The Le-Matoran shrugged. Jenx thought for a minute, and then got an idea. She whispered in one Matoran's ear, and he began beating on his drum. Then she whispered in the other's ear and he began to blow into his horn. It made a high, squeaky noise. She sat with a sitar in her lap and began strumming."Hutala hutala hutala hey!Playing my sitar every day!Hutala hutala hutala ho!Won't stop playing, no, no, no!Faster, faster, fast it goes!Playing the sitar with my toes!Hutala heya, hutala heya, hutala heya, oh oheyoh!"Jenx sang in a loud voice, amplified by her power over sound."I like my sitar, I like my sitar, I play the sitar, sitar, wherever I go, ohohoh!I like my sitar, I like my sitar, I play the sitar, sitar, wherever I go, ohohoh!"She smiled at the two Le-Matoran, who nodded, and she got ready to finish."I take my sitar wherever I go, ohohoh!I take my sitar wherever I go!"She finished, and the music died down. She stood, slinging the big blue sitar around her back, and took a bow as onlookers clapped and cheered."Thank you, thank you! I'm here all week!" she called.OOCJenx open for interaction.

IC: CyberCyber looked from the tree's remains, then to Karkhalm, then back to the tree again. She covered her mouth and supressed a chuckle."Oh, I suppose it was. I'm still getting used to the strength of my Energy Cannon." she said, holding up her palm to show him the red circle."Cybernetics are so unpredictable." she said. Then she looked around."Um...I guess I don't really need to be out here any more. Heading anywhere in particular?" she asked. It had been a while since she'd travelled with a companion. It could be fun.

IC: CyberCyber held her cannon up for a few seconds longer, observing the newcomer. Finally deciding that there was no immediate threat, she lowered the cannon and retracted her blade."Karkhalm. A name that sounds familiar, and yet I have never heard of it. A name of Xian roots, no doubt." she said to herself, and smiled at him."I apologize for my abrasive behaviour. I come here often and am not used to others around. You startled me. What brings you to these deepest jungles of Le-Wahi?" she asked.

IC: CyberCyber whirled around, her arm still outstretched and ready."I'm...well, most call me Cyber. Now tell me who you are or I'll fry you!" she said coldly.Cannon Recharge: 1 Post

Yay! Progress!Anyway, allow me to respond to your concerns. First of all, by altered locations, I simply meant that the map may be a little off in terms of labelled locations. Also, Mangaia is now a fortress inside the volcano, and the small islet at the northern tip is the Order HQ (Daxia Islet). The villages are still the same, and there are Rahi, but now that Makuta's got the Brotherhood on the island he doesn't need the infected Rahi any more.As for the Kanohi, thanks for pointing this out. I had meant to weed out the overpowered ones before I posted this, and I see that I totally forgot. I'll get right on that. :PFinally, the Order and Brotherhood fortresses. I've made this a rule because, since this is a war, I don't want everyone breaking into the fortresses and trying to assassinate the leaders. Honestly, that would make for the stupidest RPG ever. So instead, the fortresses serve as safe zones where PCs can go without worry of conflict. And Helryx and the Makuta (by this I mean Teridax, not all of the Makuta) should be very powerful and relatively un-killable by PCs. They're the leaders of the two most powerful Organizations in the universe. All we need are the Dark Hunters and the whole RPG would be all out war every second of every day...which sounds kind of fun. Maybe next time. Anyway, PCs can't just launch attacks on the two leaders and expect to get anywhere. So, for the purpose of story preservation the two leaders (and only the leaders) are un-killable for the time being. Any other canon characters are fair game, however, and will be controlled by myself and maybe others who I ask for help in running the RPG.

To all of you who reviewed the Hunger Games, I want to thank you all for your honest opinions. You've allowed me to see how much of a flop it would be. So, with permission, I've retracted the Hunger Games and entered a different one.

IC: CyberThe Vortixx called Cyber flicked her wrist and revealed the razor blade. With a few quick movements, she carved her name into the trunk of a tree. CYBER. She smiled, and flexed her mechanical legs. She couldn't really say they ached, since they were all mechanical, but when she stayed still to long they got stiff. Swinging her arms, she used all of her strength to lap up and slice a few low lying branches off the tree. They fell with a loud *thunk* before she reached the ground. Nodding at the efficiency, she flexed the long pointed fingers of her mechanical right arm, letting the crimson circle in the middle glow. She took hold of a smaller tree and activated the cannon. With a massive burst of energy, the tree was reduced to ash, and her hand smoked."Very nice. Now, what shall I-" she turned, hearing something nearby. Readying her blade and cannon, Cyber activated her thermal eye."Who's there?" she called.OOCCyber open for interaction.Cannon Recharge: 2 Posts.

It has come to my attention that my previous entry, the Hunger Games, is a total flop. So, with the permission of Gephyrophobia, I am submitting this RPG instead. I thank you all for your honest opinions and hope you all like this one. The Destiny War The Story Thus Far…The Makuta succeeded. He destroyed the Toa Metru and awakened the Matoran on the island with his Brotherhood. This Island, which he would call Destral after his old home, was his for the taking. He ordered the Matoran to build a mighty fortress for him within the Mangai Volcano, and then to construct villages across the island, so that they would remain separate from each other. He ruled for many years with his Brotherhood, terrifying the Matoran and commanding them from his fortress Mangaia. But the Makuta didn’t take into account the possibility of resistance. The Matoran alone could never stand against him, but another threat has emerged. Toa are coming to the island, and with them they bring another organization, an order that serves his fallen brother. The so called Order of Mata Nui, led by a being far older than even he, has followed him to Destral, and they have brought with them a war that will ravage the island. His hold is strong, but so are his enemies.A new age is coming. Welcome to the Destiny War.What’ Happening?The purpose of this RPG will be to take up a faction and fight for the island. The setting is actually Mata Nui, with slightly altered locations (see map below) and a new name: New Destral. The course of this RPG will be similar to the BZPRPG. It’s an open world. You can do what you want. If you are part of the Order, you may be given objectives or requests by Helryx, or the same with the Brotherhood only from the Makuta. You don’t have to do them. They’re open objectives. Anyone can do it.The three factions will be, for the most part, separate from each other. The Brotherhood is evil. The Order is good. As for the Resistance, you can be either affiliated with the Order on a low level or completely independent as a group or solo.Let’s Get StartedChoose your side: (You MUST pick one)The Koro ResistanceYou are a warrior of the tribes. The time has come for you to rise against the vile reign of the Brotherhood of Makuta and defeat the evil rulers once and for all!The Order of Mata NuiYou have served Helryx and the Order since you can remember. Now your Destiny is at hand. Band together with your allies and the Resistance to bring down the Makuta!The Brotherhood of MakutaAs a member of the Brotherhood, you have reigned over the Island of Destral for decades. But now a Resistance and a mysterious new Order are threatening your rule. Follow the will of Makuta and eliminate these interlopers!Playable Species:ToaMatoranTuragaVortixx (Brotherhood or Order ONLY)Skakdi (Brotherhood or Order ONLY)CUSTOM SPECIES MUST BE APPROVED BY ME FIRST!Elements Allowed:FireWaterIceStoneEarthAirIronPlasmaSonicsPlantlifeMagnetismLightningShadow (Brotherhood ONLY)CUSTOM ELEMENTS MUST BE APPROVED BY ME FIRST!Gravity, Psionics and Light are NOT allowed. They are too powerful for this RPG. Please don’t ask.Kanohi Allowed:Hau, Mask of ShieldingKaukau, Mask of Water BreathingMiru, Mask of LevitationKakama, Mask of SpeedPakari, Mask of StrengthAkaku, Mask of X-Ray VisionHuna, Mask of ConcealmentRau, Mask of TranslationMahiki, Mask of IllusionRuru, Mask of Night VisionMatatu, Mask of TelekinesisCalix, Mask of FateSanok, Mask of AccuracyKadin, Mask of FlightIden, Mask of SpiritArthron, Mask of SonarFaxon, Mask of KindredVolitak, Mask of StealthPehkui, Mask of DiminishmentKualsi, Mask of Quick TravelKiril, Mask of RegenerationRode, Mask of TruthMask of GrowthMask of IntangibilityMask of AdaptationMask of BiomechanicsMask of HealingMask of ReboundingMask of Sensory AptitudeJutlin, Mask of Corruption (Brotherhood ONLY)Avsa, Mask of Hunger (Brotherhood ONLY)Shelek, Mask of Silence (Brotherhood ONLY)Felnas, Mask of Disruption (Brotherhood ONLY)Crast, Mask of Repulsion (Brotherhood ONLY)Mask of Aging (Brotherhood ONLY)Mask of Incomprehension (Brotherhood ONLY)Making Your Profile:Name: Your character’s name.Species: Pretty straightforward.Element: Again, pretty straightforward.Faction: Rebellion, Order or Brotherhood. The Order and the Rebellion are somewhat affiliated. Brotherhood is on its own.Weapon: What does your character wield, if any?History: What happened to you to make you this way?Personality: Tell me about yourself.Weakness: What’s your Achilles Heel? Your Kryptonite? Your…weakness?Appearance: Well, don’t you look…Playable Locations:Ta-WahiGa-WahiLe-WahiPo-WahiOnu-WahiKo-WahiKumu IsletsDaxia Islet (Impenetrable Order HQ on the Northern Tip. Order ONLY)Mangaia (Impenetrable Brotherhood Fortress within the volcano. Brotherhood ONLY) Rules and RegulationsThis is a very open and free RPG, but there are several rules that must be adhered to. REMEMBER: [*]Above all else: NO GOD-MODDING! You are merely a speck on the canvas. You are not invincible, nor are you all-powerful. I’m sure I don’t have to go into great detail on this one. It’s the most important rule in every RPG.[*]The Brotherhood and Order fortresses ARE IMPENETRABLE! If you are not affiliated with them, you can’t get in without invitation. These fortresses are safe zones for the Order or the Brotherhood. When you're in here you are safe. If you're in the resistance, you're on your own.[*]It is assumed you have money. When you want to buy things, create the scenario. Buy what you want from a personally controlled NPC merchant. If you want to run your own business, so be it, but you don’t have to.[*]If you’ve got a weakness, follow it. You can’t have a weakness to heat and then magically appear in the volcano unaffected. Subsequently, you are allowed to obtain SINGLE USE items that reduce your weakness.[*]Canon NPC characters (to be controlled by Administrators) are not invincible, but they are a lot harder to affect than PCs. Also, the two leaders (The Makuta and Helryx) are, for the most part, un-killable by PCs. You can fight them, and you can fight hard, but odds are you aren't going to win outside of special circumstances.[*]An unknown being intercepted the Toa Mata. They have not arrived on Mata Nui, and will not for the course of this RPG. For that reason, PCs don’t know who they are. Keep that in mind.[*]If you are not affiliated with the Order, you don’t know much about them. All you know is that they exist. You don’t know who Helryx is, or anything about the members.[*]Similarly, even if you are affiliated with the Brotherhood, you will refer to the Makuta as that: The Makuta. You don’t know his name. Only the other Makuta do.[*]Rules and regulations may be added or altered in accordance with the running of this RPG. As such, if a rule is added to the list, it is to be followed. This is only to be done under the most necessary circumstances, and if you have an argument with an added rule, feel free to contact me and argue your point. User opinions WILL be considered. There will be a notification of the added rule in the main topic or news section. Check the main page and/or news regularily.

IC: Elphaba, Nessarose and GlindaElphaba stared at all of the people in a castle that had been empty for so many centuries."As fun as this has been, I really think it's time to break this up. Glinda, you need to leave before you're seen consorting with two Wicked Witches, and I'm sure Nessa has some preaching to do back in Ta-Wahi. As for you two," she said, indicating Wraith and Weta, "I don't know what you're going to do, and I really don't care. I'm glad to have gotten everything straightened out, but I would appreciate some solitude. On that note, Wraith, I would very much appreciate it if you would warn people against coming my way." she said, and without waiting for a reply, she left the room. Glinda watched her go."Oh Elphie..." she whispered. Nessarose nodded."I really must be going." she added, and snapped her fingers. A Toa came out of nowhere and wheeled her away, leaving Glinda alone with the two strangers."Well..." she said, looking around, "What to do now?" she wondered.OOCSorry if that sounded rude, but I'm not sure where else to go with these three. One of you can continue to interact with Glinda if you like.

IC: AceAce stared after Onaku as he went. He seriously considered following the Toa, just because of the potential adventure he could have. Making a quick decision he chased after Onaku, following silently as the Toa had ordered him.

Now Hiring: The Dal Riata Looking for 13 able bodied men and women to become a part of the Dal Riata's Court Guard. Apply with Miss Marda Belatroja. Those accepted will be allowed full access to the Dal Riata, including: Free liquor, a place to stay between missions and a cache of weaponry and armor. Those applying to the Court Guard must be skilled, loyal and willing to do any job they are given. No prejudice. Toa, Matoran, Skakdi, Vortixx and even Turaga may apply. We take anyone willing to work hard. For more info, please contact Miss Marda Belatroja at the Dal Riata bar in Po-Koro. For more info or to apply, PM me. Send your character's profile, special skills, etc. and why you are applying. There are only 13 positions available. This number will countdown as members are accepted.