Padishah Mehmet II Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 okay what is this nonsense i hear about people being mean in this RPG I may not show up here often, but I'm still a player (sorta) and rudeness is not okay in my book-Dovydas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otter Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 okay what is this nonsense i hear about people being mean in this RPG I may not show up here often, but I'm still a player (sorta) and rudeness is not okay in my book-Dovydas you came back and made all our negative emotions resurface thanks dov profiles i guess i'm a south american giant otter now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuRon the champion Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Gack! Where did you come from? *readies the broom* BZPRPG Characters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow pridak money gang Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 This is just like the old days! ...Except now it's my turn to tell people to get back on topic. So get to it. -Tyler ＳＡＹ ＩＴ ＯＮＥ ＭＯＲＥ ＴＩＭＥ ＴＥＬＬ ＭＥ ＷＨＡＴ ＩＳ ＯＮ ＹＯＵＲ ＭＩＮＤ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) ... Veneras, I'm actually genuinely interested in hearing the theory BECAUSE you're a philosophy major. You're quite welcomed here. And I wasn't being snarky. Edited January 23, 2014 by Daenerys Targaryen BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padishah Mehmet II Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Gack! Where did you come from? *readies the broom*I sometimes just... happen. At irregular intervals influenced strongly by global warming. Kinda like a hurricane.-Dovydas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relapse Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Veneras, might I just say that I would love to hear your theory, and I think that others in this topic (Rene included) would agree. Might I also express my gladness that your wife let you come back! BZPRPG ProfilesIC: "It comes with the job," Halfimus explained, "I'm not paid enough to give anything outside quick flavour descriptions." So pay me more AuRon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geardirector Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Alright, this really isn't the best time to interject, but it's my last chance, so: Over the course of the next three weeks, I will be severely busy. I won't necessarily be completely off the grid, but real life takes precedence and I'm aiming to get myself a healthy dose of that these next weeks. To the Mata Nui Weekly, sorry, you guys will have to do without me for a while. To anyone else interacting with me, I'll drop by when I can, but please advise that until February 14th my activity will slow to very near a grinding halt. Carry on, good fellows, it's been a pleasure so far, and I look forward to when I can resume full activity again- Geardirector BZPRPG Profiles Nuparu-Ferron-Mar-Zelvin-Wiremu-Farzan-Mako-Krex-Tamachan-??? Akiri Nuparu Posts: 1. 2. ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurora the cat Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 OOhh philosophy. Do tell. -Insert deep message to prove I am alive here- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorschach the Absolute Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) My thoughts on the inscription: Across an endless oceanBeyond where minds can seeMy key likes in the openWhere you will never beBeneath the brightest thunderStand towers of the dayThe light may break asunderIf night skies choose obeyThe red sign on black eyesWill lead you to your prize "Endless ocean" the same phrase used by ancient Dasaka philosophers when theorizing that there must be somewhere else (mata Nui)"Beyond where minds can see" minds. An intentional word. "Eyes" would make more sense and has the same syllabic meter. Minds MUST be deliberate. Minds see... The dasaka are the only beings we know of that see with their minds, not just their eyes. Brightest thunder... A visual adjective to an audio noun. Intriguing. It could refer to the cast system or the powerful leaders of the dasaka world. I'm not sure. It should also be noted that the door's "surface peppered with the sparkling faces of geodes" geodes. Crystals. What place do we know of that is founded upon the manipulation and adornment of crystals? What does stand out to me is the language all appeals to psionic unity. Could it be that the dasaka's psionic power is the key? Edited January 23, 2014 by Veneras --Character Profiles--||--Veneras--|--MacGukko--|--Tharros--|--Xerrand--|--Tarian--|--Niralle--|| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuju Metru Posted January 23, 2014 Author Share Posted January 23, 2014 It should also be noted that the door's "surface peppered with the sparkling faces of geodes" geodes. Crystals. What place do we know of that is founded upon the manipulation and adornment of crystals? Small correction: the actual door of the Vault is a stony slab, blank aside from the inscription; it's the Abettor's tunnel above the main door that has geodes inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorschach the Absolute Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I must have misread. My sincerest apologies. --Character Profiles--||--Veneras--|--MacGukko--|--Tharros--|--Xerrand--|--Tarian--|--Niralle--|| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurora the cat Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I have my own ideas on the meaning of some of this, but I will not discuss them, for I will be trying them soon. -Insert deep message to prove I am alive here- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relapse Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 That's okay Aurora, you don't major in philosophy. BZPRPG ProfilesIC: "It comes with the job," Halfimus explained, "I'm not paid enough to give anything outside quick flavour descriptions." So pay me more AuRon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Wait, Veneras. Didn't you disappear off to who-knows-where at the urging of your wife? When did you come back? http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Observedhalo Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Anyway, it's good to have you back after your brief hiatus. I enjoyed your interpretation of the wall. "Poor Cyclonus - Sworn To Reject A World That Hates and Fears Him. He And I Are Very Similar, Really: Two Reformed Characters Struggling To Make Our Way In Life. He Just Has Less Violent Coping Strategies." Whirl My BZPRPG Characters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dapper-Sama Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Hey, Veneras is back! And is a Philosophy Major, apparently. Whose interpretation of our riddle makes every kind of sense! Morally unambiguous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorikSigma Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Don't make so much noise guys, his wife might hear it and stop him again. I have a question: I know that Matoran-Toa transformation in-game is a big no-no(unless staff permission), but in-between arcs? Like, a Matoran from the last arc in 2012, the in the new arc, he becomes a Toa? But the transformation was in the three month timeskip?(And I don't mean the data loss, I mean the end of the Makuta Saga.) BZPRPG ARC 3 / Breaking Point Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Those sorts of transformations are allowed. BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorikSigma Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Okay, thanks for clearing it up. BZPRPG ARC 3 / Breaking Point Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 So that's the case now? Inter~esting http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorschach the Absolute Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 (edited) Wait, Veneras. Didn't you disappear off to who-knows-where at the urging of your wife? When did you come back? Anyway, it's good to have you back after your brief hiatus. I enjoyed your interpretation of the wall. Hey, Veneras is back! And is a Philosophy Major, apparently. Whose interpretation of our riddle makes every kind of sense! Yes, I am back. On a more moderate basis. Most days I'll just be on once a day. I'm super happy to be back with all of you fine ladies and gentlemen. I know I was only absent a short while, but you all are splendid company! Also yes, I am a philosophy major. Hopefully someday I'll get my Ph. D and become a professor, and maybe a philosopher myself. I hope my interpretation wasn't too obvious. It's just what screamed out at me at a glance. Edited January 24, 2014 by Veneras --Character Profiles--||--Veneras--|--MacGukko--|--Tharros--|--Xerrand--|--Tarian--|--Niralle--|| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurora the cat Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 (Isn't finding hidden symbols in writing a literature thing?) Question: Can you kill off a character by making an essence stone, as long as staff decides what is to happen to the essence stone? -Insert deep message to prove I am alive here- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krayzikk Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Doubtful. Toa Stone, maybe. But an Essence Stone? Those are heavy duty. Incredibly hard to make, and introduced in the last plot arc as a mysterious method of imparting all of the Mata's power into the Maru. Additionally, we don't know how they're made, so even if it would be allowed! we wouldn't have any way of knowing how to make one. On this eve, the thirtieth anniversary of that first colony, many are left to wonder; is the world fast approaching a breaking point? Breaking Point: An OTC Mecha RPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadowhawk Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 (edited) @Aurora: Just pointing out that, if you need someone killed, there's probably at least a few chaotic evil villains and/or serial killers out there who would be more than willing to do it for you. PC death rights are highly sought-after nowadays. Edited January 24, 2014 by Shadowhawk BZPRPG profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurora the cat Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Is it possible to invest all of your energy into a toa stone, so much that it would kill a character? -Insert deep message to prove I am alive here- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krayzikk Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 It's probably possible, but I didn't see why you'd want to. You wouldn't get to use the stone as you wished, so you might as well kill a character by having them slip in the bath rather than overpower a Toa Stone. On this eve, the thirtieth anniversary of that first colony, many are left to wonder; is the world fast approaching a breaking point? Breaking Point: An OTC Mecha RPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosthands Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Is it possible to invest all of your energy into a toa stone, so much that it would kill a character? Giving up all your Toa Energy would turn you into a Turaga. Afaik, Toa Energy is separate from a being's life force, and I don't think life force can be put into a Toa Stone. Imo, the answer's no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Essence stones are completely off limits. They were powerful enough that the Makuta was afraid of the implications of those rocks, they're that special. Ghosthands is also correct. Basically: no. BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makuta of Time Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I got a question, did Matoro die? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadowhawk Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Yes. He got a nice sharp chisel through his skull, which is enough to kill anyone, methinks. BZPRPG profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorWhenua Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 The akiri is dead. Long live the akiri! BZPRPG Profiles / Critical Acclaim / Complaints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makuta of Time Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Who killed him? His is a in custody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorikSigma Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 The killer escaped, according to Ghosthnds. Jaa was suspected, but he is now released. I think. BZPRPG ARC 3 / Breaking Point Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadias Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 As I recall, the killer received instructions to place a coin in his mouth shortly after the assassination. The coin was poisoned and fell into a crack between the floorboards of a house or something akin to that. My BZPRPG Characters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voxumo Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Alright folks i would like to introduce a new clan to you. Clan Vadiru: A rather secretive clan that serves as Clan Fursic's guardians and workers. Most of the empire thinks of the Vadiru as a custodial clan, tasked of ancient tradition with maintaining and guarding Fursic lands; however, the duties of the Vadiru extend beyond such menial tasks as these. Only a few are aware that the depth of their service to the Fursics extends to dirtier work as well, or that Vadiru agents are honor-bound to die before they betray this secret; it is fully understood within the clan that if you fail, or betray the clan, you can expect a swift - but dishonorable - death anyway. The Vadiru are a composite clan, made up of skilled individuals who may or may not fully agree with the Umbraline dynasty. In recent times, their Toroshu has taken a more direct place in politics, speaking in favor of the Fursics in debates. The clan's base of operations is located in the very side of the Kozu's token mountain. Clan LeaderNow this is your chance if you ever wanted to be a supporter of the fursics without being a fursic yet wished to be a part of a clan. Will have my first post as Toroshu Celis up in the next day or two. Hope you all like it and have fun being a part of it some day. Banner made by Onaku BZPRPG CHARACTERS Syvra-Tivanu If you interact with one of my characters and I don't respond or acknowledge the interaction within a day, send me a PM. Odds are I missed or did not see the post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Observedhalo Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 (edited) Alright folks i would like to introduce a new clan to you. Clan Vadiru: A rather secretive clan that serves as Clan Fursic's guardians and workers. Most of the empire thinks of the Vadiru as a custodial clan, tasked of ancient tradition with maintaining and guarding Fursic lands; however, the duties of the Vadiru extend beyond such menial tasks as these. Only a few are aware that the depth of their service to the Fursics extends to dirtier work as well, or that Vadiru agents are honor-bound to die before they betray this secret; it is fully understood within the clan that if you fail, or betray the clan, you can expect a swift - but dishonorable - death anyway. The Vadiru are a composite clan, made up of skilled individuals who may or may not fully agree with the Umbraline dynasty. In recent times, their Toroshu has taken a more direct place in politics, speaking in favor of the Fursics in debates. The clan's base of operations is located in the very side of the Kozu's token mountain. Clan LeaderNow this is your chance if you ever wanted to be a supporter of the fursics without being a fursic yet wished to be a part of a clan. Will have my first post as Toroshu Celis up in the next day or two. Hope you all like it and have fun being a part of it some day.Congratulations Vox! Finally, the Fursic have allies. I look forward to seeing your clan in action. I have taken the liberty of starting a wiki page for it. Please edit it accordingly. Edited January 25, 2014 by Observedhalo "Poor Cyclonus - Sworn To Reject A World That Hates and Fears Him. He And I Are Very Similar, Really: Two Reformed Characters Struggling To Make Our Way In Life. He Just Has Less Violent Coping Strategies." Whirl My BZPRPG Characters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voxumo Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Alright folks i would like to introduce a new clan to you. Clan Vadiru: A rather secretive clan that serves as Clan Fursic's guardians and workers. Most of the empire thinks of the Vadiru as a custodial clan, tasked of ancient tradition with maintaining and guarding Fursic lands; however, the duties of the Vadiru extend beyond such menial tasks as these. Only a few are aware that the depth of their service to the Fursics extends to dirtier work as well, or that Vadiru agents are honor-bound to die before they betray this secret; it is fully understood within the clan that if you fail, or betray the clan, you can expect a swift - but dishonorable - death anyway. The Vadiru are a composite clan, made up of skilled individuals who may or may not fully agree with the Umbraline dynasty. In recent times, their Toroshu has taken a more direct place in politics, speaking in favor of the Fursics in debates. The clan's base of operations is located in the very side of the Kozu's token mountain. Clan LeaderNow this is your chance if you ever wanted to be a supporter of the fursics without being a fursic yet wished to be a part of a clan. Will have my first post as Toroshu Celis up in the next day or two. Hope you all like it and have fun being a part of it some day.Congratulations Vox! Finally, the Fursic have allies. I look forward to seeing your clan in action. I have taken the liberty of starting a wiki page for it. Please edit it accordingly. Lol thanks. Felt it was about time some clan allied themselves with the fursics... Funny thing is Clan Vadiru is essentially the opposite of Clan Hogo in a way. Was planning on creating one soon but thank you. Will work on editing it that wiki page. Banner made by Onaku BZPRPG CHARACTERS Syvra-Tivanu If you interact with one of my characters and I don't respond or acknowledge the interaction within a day, send me a PM. Odds are I missed or did not see the post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25K Now! Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 I'm actually surprised a clan affiliated with the Fursic possesses actual loyalty. http://vimeo.com/198967785 BZPRPG Profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toatapio Nuva Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Does anyone have a Matoran character open for... kidnapping? My BZPRPG profiles - Viima, Lai Lai Kirgan, Jarkale, Hile, Tuli + Kavala, Khervos, Thira Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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