APPLICATIONS

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APPLICATIONS

✗ Applications are processed weekly, every weekend. The cut-off time for the submission of applications is 11:59PST on Saturday.
✗ Before applying, please read the FAQ and Rules pages.
✗ Please submit your application with the journal you plan to use if you have one made already. If not, another journal is fine, but we prefer your intended journal so it makes for an easier time in granting access to the mod journal and the contacts page.
✗ For very long applications, we would ask you to please separate them into various comments so that they will not take up too much of the page.
✗ Please title your application as { [CANON/CANON OC/OC]CHARACTER NAME || Series Title || reserve/no reserve || X of X } in the subect header
✗ IMPORTANT: Our application form was edited on September 07, 2015. Please use the revised form.
✗ If you are looking for an example of what an application should be like, please refer to the application here for an example of a canon character application, and here for an original character application.


✗ Canon Application
<B><I><BIG><BIG>PLAYER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Name:</b> <b>Age:</b> If you would prefer not to be specific, just let us know that you're over 18! <b>Personal Journal:</b> <b>E-mail:</b> <b>AIM/etc:</b> <B><I><BIG><BIG>CHARACTER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Name:</b> First, Last (Western order) <b>Canon:</b> Name only. <b>Age:</b> Real / Apparent, if applicable <b>Timeline:</b> At which point of the canon were they taken from? <b>Items with character at canon point</b>: Tell us what your character has with them at the point you have pulled them from - this includes any animal companions. <b>If playing another character from the same canon, how will you deal with this?</b>: This is only to be used if are already playing another character from the canon you are applying for. For example, if you are apping Mario and you already play Princess Peach in the game, <b>how will you handle their interactions without playercesting?</b> Depending on your answer, you may be refused the character you are apping for. <b>Personality:</b> We are expecting at least THREE well-written paragraphs minimum, with references to canon examples of your character’s personality where available. Please provide us with insight to your character and their behaviour, their likes, dislikes and fears, as well as your understanding of them. We would also like to see details of your character's strengths and weaknesses, which may include physical, psychological and emotional. <b>Background:</b> Here is where we would like to see information about your character's history and their place within their canon. This can be written if you wish, or you can link to any wikis and relevant resources. <b>Abilities:</b> Is your character an accomplished carpenter? Can they shoot laser beams from their eyes or travel through time? If they possess any abilities, learned or otherwise, they need to go in this section. <b>Network/Actionspam Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_rp and must be in action form (brackets). We are looking for a minimum of 6 to 10 lines that give us an idea of how your character speaks/acts. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months. <b>Prose Log Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_logs and must be a minimum length of 250 words. This sample must be in prose format (paragraphs, no brackets) and should show character reactions/introspection. It does not need to be in game's setting, but it must demonstrate your character as you are apping them. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months.


✗ Canon OC Application
<B><I><BIG><BIG>PLAYER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Name:</b> <b>Age:</b> If you would prefer not to be specific, just let us know that you're over 18! <b>Personal Journal:</b> <b>E-mail:</b> <b>AIM/etc:</b> <B><I><BIG><BIG>CHARACTER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Character Name:</b> First, Last (Western order) <b>Canon:</b> Name only <b>Age:</b> Real / Apparent, if applicable <b>Timeline:</b> At which point in the canon were they taken from? <b>Items with character at canon point</b>: Tell us what your character has with them at the point you have pulled them from - this includes any animal companions. <b>If playing another character from the same canon, how will you deal with this?</b>: This is only to be used if are already playing another character from the canon you are applying for. For example, if you are apping Mario and you already play Princess Peach in the game, <b>how will you handle their interactions without playercesting?</b> Depending on your answer, you may be refused the character you are apping for. <b>Personality:</b> We are expecting at least THREE well-written paragraphs minimum, with references to canon examples of your character’s personality if available. Please provide us with insight to your character and their behaviour, their likes, dislikes and fears, as well as your understanding of them. We would also like to see details of your character's strengths and weaknesses, which may include physical, psychological and emotional. <b>History:</b> Three well-written paragraphs minimum, detail our your characters’ history. <b>Abilities:</b> Is your character an accomplished carpenter? Can they shoot laser beams from their eyes or travel through time? If they possess any abilities, learned or otherwise, they need to go in this section. <b>Relationships to Canon Characters:</b> If any, if not applicable please put N/A. <b>Network/Actionspam Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_rp and must be in action form (brackets). We are looking for a minimum of 6 to 10 lines that give us an idea of how your character speaks/acts. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months. <b>Prose Log Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_logs and must be a minimum length of 250 words. This sample must be in prose format (paragraphs, no brackets) and should show character reactions/introspection. It does not need to be in game's setting, but it must demonstrate your character as you are apping them. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months.


✗ OC Application
<B><I><BIG><BIG>PLAYER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Name:</b> <b>Age:</b> If you would prefer not to be specific, just let us know that you're over 18! <b>Personal Journal:</b> <b>E-mail:</b> <b>AIM/etc:</b> <B><I><BIG><BIG>CHARACTER</BIG></BIG></B></I> <b>Name:</b> First, Last. (Western order) <b>Age:</b> Real / Apparent, if applicable <b>Appearance:</b> The sorts of things included in this section should be the character’s height, build, clothing style, hair, accessories. As well as their general posture and mannerisms as well, like quirks or vocal tics. <b>Chosen PB:</b> First come, first serve. Please check the taken PB page. You are also welcome to use your own or commissioned art, or icons that do not depict your characters face but facets of their personality as well. <b>Items with character at canon point</b>: Tell us what your character has with them at the point you have pulled them from - this includes any animal companions. <b>Personality:</b> This should be self explanatory. However, when discussing personality please include why they have particular personality traits, how this effects their lives and interactions. Please provide us with insight to your character and their behaviour, their likes, dislikes and fears, as well as your understanding of them. We would also like to see details of your character's strengths and weaknesses, which may include physical, psychological and emotional. The minimum will be three well-written paragraphs, but you should be able to write more. <b>World Information:</b> Please go as in depth as you can about the world. There is no wiki or website for us to reference, and we need to know as much as we can about the place your character comes from so that we can understand the character when reviewing the application. <b>History:</b> Your characters’ history in their world. Be sure to be detailed. This section should be a minimum of three paragraphs. <b>Abilities:</b> Is your character an accomplished carpenter? Can they shoot laser beams from their eyes or travel through time? If they possess any abilities, learned or otherwise, they need to go in this section. <b>Network/Actionspam Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_rp and must be in action form (brackets). We are looking for a minimum of 6 to 10 lines that give us an idea of how your character speaks/acts. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months. <b>Prose Log Sample:</b> This is the format that will be used in rubycity_logs and must be a minimum length of 250 words. This sample must be in prose format (paragraphs, no brackets) and should show character reactions/introspection. It does not need to be in game's setting, but it must demonstrate your character as you are apping them. This sample may be linked, either from a musebox, different game or our test drive, provided that the linked example was written within the last six months.


A note for CR AU applications
Ruby City does allow previous game history/CR to be brought over on a case by case basis. If you want to include this in your application please add additional sections for PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT and PREVIOUS GAME HISTORY beneath the Personality and Background/History sections.

In these additional sections we would like to see a brief outline of your character's previous game history and how it potentially impacted on and altered their canon personality.

✧ N A V I G A T I O N ✧

Comments

[CANON] Dracula || Castlevania || no reserve || Part 1

[what_is_a_man]

PLAYER
Name: Cody
Age: 27
Personal Journal: devil_within
E-mail: codward333@gmail.com
AIM/MSN/etc: AIM: Starwolfe123

CHARACTER
Name: Vlad Tepes "Dracula"
Canon: Castlevania
Age: Appears mid-40's
Timeline: Before the final encounter in Symphony of the Night
If playing another character from the same canon, how will you deal with this?: N/A

[CANON] Dracula || Castlevania || no reserve || Part 2

[what_is_a_man]

Personality:
Since his creation - for lack of a better term - Count Vlad Tepes ruled over a small area in Romania where his castle was located. For a time, he seemed to be a fairly good ruler, if strict. Of course rumors about what he really was would be spread and people would fear him. However, it wasn't until his wife - Lisa - was accused of Witchcraft and burned at the stake for simply consorting with him and bearing a child that anything concrete about his personality emerged. Once angered, Vlad showed a distinct hatred for all things relating humanity, ordering his minions to wipe out everything they could, leaving no survivors of any kind. His castle became a testament to his hatred for humanity as the rather gruesome and grotesque methods of execution of any prisoners or intruders were put on display in his courtyard. This was when he earned the nickname "Dracula" - or son of the dragon.

Along with his hatred for humanity, there is one other thing that Vlad hates more than anything: God. His creation itself was a direct attack on God and the divine rule. He often rationializes his actions as being nothing different from what the Church itself does. He has even taunted his adversaries in drawing direct comparissons between those that follow him and those that follow the Church. He has even gone so far as to construct a chapel in his very castle, seemingly to taunt the Almighty and make assailants question their faith. Even when Holy relics are used as weapons against him, he reasons that it is not any divine power that gives these relics their function, but rather latent magical powers running in the blood of those that use them. It is not God that makes things "holy" but rather wizard or witch ignorant of their own power that turns otherwise common items into weapons.

Despite his hatred for most things, there is a softer side to the "Dark Prince," though he is careful to keep that part of his image concealed. This is no more evident than when dealing with his family. Lisa was the only human to ever treat him with respect and dignity, rather than view him as simply a vampire to be killed. In turn, he afforded her the same respect and dignity. Eventually these feelings turned to love, and they were married - in secret. Together they had a son, Adrian. Even after Lisa's death and Adrian joined the side of the Belmonts, Vlad's feelings for his son can be seen in his attempts to convince Adrian to join his side, seeking an alliance with his son rather than conflict. When Adrian defeats his father and informs him of Lisa's last words, pleading for peace rather than vengeance, he expresses remorse and asks Lisa's forgiveness. However, this seems to be short lived as in subsequent resurrections, he expresses his hatred for humanity anew. As inconsistent as this may seem, it is worth noting that his very castle is host to a spirit of Chaos that has influenced his mind for centuries, and his sudden mood swing could be attributed to that. (This is also partially why I am taking him from the canon point I am, so as to avoid that confusion.)

Background: http://castlevania.wikia.com/wiki/Dracula

[CANON] Dracula || Castlevania || no reserve || Part 3 (final)

[what_is_a_man]

Abilities: Dracula is an extremely accomplished sorcerer, and in fact usually uses his magic for all his needs. His abilities range from teleportation, taking the form of a bat, and most prominently, a superior mastery over fire based magic. When pushed to his limit, Dracula can take on a more demonic appearance for limited bursts. These more demonic forms afford him a stronger control over all forms of his magic, though it is unclear just how connected to the power of his castle these other forms are. He also has an ability to exert control over the very souls of the creatures of the night. Anything with a connection to necromancy, demons, or the like is subject to this power (however it is unclear just how much control he has over creatures that do not directly take up residence within the walls of Castlevania). Aside from his magical abilities, Dracula is an extremely accomplished and charismatic orator, and has used his speaking abilities to make followers out of many.

First Person:

[When the feed clicks on, Vlad will be just staring at the device for a long time, eyes searching for something.]

I can sense the presence of others of my kind. I cannot tell who or how many at this point in time, however, I know you are out there. I offer you this opportunity once, and only once. Come and swear fealty to me, and I will confer upon you my protection and support. Oppose me, and I will show no quarter. It is not my intent to start needless conflict, however I do not tolerate disloyalty.

[He pauses for a moment, raising a goblet to his lips and taking a drink.]

This place is in dire need of structure. I intend to give it that.


Third Person:
Midnight, usually one of Vlad's favorite times. The world was so still, quiet, deathlike. Here though, even this felt... hollow. He gazed up at the moon, making a bit of a grimace as he did. It had been so long since a silver moon shone down on him. Usually the very moon was stained crimson with his very presence. For centuries he had taken comfort in such a small cosmetic change that this was jarring. So much so that he was painfully aware of his disconnection to his castle. He shook his head, lowering his gaze to the wild areas beyond the edges of the city. There were beasts that felt familiar to him out there, but... somehow different.

"This place... it disgusts me. They think themselves safe with their predators on the edge of their awareness. They languish in apathy, safe in their abodes..." He paused, taking a drink from the wine glass he had brought up to the roof with him. "No more. I will shatter their sense of security, and bring the flames of Chaos to this wretched city. I will see that their identities are forged in the furnace of strife, and they will know true suffering. I will find a way to raise an army of these creatures, and lead them into the city for their hunt."

He raised a hand toward the forests in the distance, extending his influence outward but found no purchase at first. "Resist all you wish, beasts, but you will bow to your new master in time. You will submit!" Frustrated with his lack of progress, he decides a more direct approach is needed. Within a blink of an eye, he was in the woods, staring down a massive wolf-like beast. "Submit to me, or meet your demise, beast!" The only response he got was a low growl, even in the face of his full concentration. With a disgusted look on his face, he lifts one arm, a large orb of molten rock seemingly springing from his cloak, burning and knocking the warg back. "I will find what I need to dominate your kind," he said as he approached the dying beast, a hand reaching out for its throat. "But for now, find comfort in that your blood will fuel my cause."

[Note: I made a point of mentioning some of his power/abilities possibly being tied to Castlevania, primarily to give the mods the deciding vote on how those powers/abilities play out in-game, or if they are available to him at all.]

[ACCEPTED]

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Welcome to Ruby City! Go ahead and join rubycity_ooc, rubycity_rp and rubycity_logs with your character journal!

After you have done this, post to the Contacts page, Tag Request page, the Taken Characters page and, if you know where your character will be living, the Residences page! Familiarise yourself with the Rules and FAQ and introduce yourself at rubycity_ooc

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MOD NOTE: Thank you for making note about his abilities potentially being tied to Castlevania! For the time being, at least, we do think it's best that he not be able to exert the sort of control to which he is accustomed; That may change with some events, however, so do feel free to check when you think it might be pertinent!