[X] Looks like the old bastard is back to his brown-nosing attempts. You told him time and again to cut this crap out! Just because you're the strongest Mage in the Nomtom doesn't mean you're not to be treated like everyone else!
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Girl
[X] (Unique Archmage Option) Well, technically you are their father. And mother. As you said, you broke many boundaries in your search for ultimate magical power. One of those barriers was what separated man from the Gods; The ability to Create Life. The downside? It shaved years off your life. You had to sacrifice a good chunk of your body, part of your sense of self, and half of your soul to make sure the process succeeded. You're pretty sure the only reason you're still standing is through the Will of the Gods themselves. The upside? It worked. You managed to create a perfect child clone of yourself with no problems or defects whatsoever.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Boy
[X] (Unique Archmage Option)
[X] Sasha
Boy clone of a woman? It's magic, I don't gotta explain shit.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Girl
[X] [X] (Unique Archmage Option) Well, technically you are their father. And mother. As you said, you broke many boundaries in your search for ultimate magical power. One of those barriers was what separated man from the Gods; The ability to Create Life. The downside? It shaved years off your life. You had to sacrifice a good chunk of your body, part of your sense of self, and half of your soul to make sure the process succeeded. You're pretty sure the only reason you're still standing is through the Will of the Gods themselves. The upside? It worked. You managed to create a perfect child clone of yourself with no problems or defects whatsoever.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Girl
[X] (Unique Archmage Option)
[X] Sasha
@LinkOnScepter: So, for the sweet sweet drama factor, would "Demon" be an option if we pick Half-Breed? Cause that's pretty tempting an option for me...
[X] Which you don't mind at all. Everyone in the city knows who you are. Using your status to speed tedious processes along is simple pragmatism.
[X] Girl
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
However, despite the tedious interruption, this a perfect day for a walk. The sun is shining, a cool breeze is blowing, and you have all the time in the world.
Your victory against the Demon Plane wasn't simply spread throughout the world, it was publicized. After the battle, you remember returning home to thousands of people you didn't even know wanting to shake your hand. You'd walk into a tavern and the bards would be singing of how you slew the Demon Queen single handily, even though you had your three companions and multiple armies backing you at the time. King Howe himself wished for an audience with you merely a day after the war was won.
You had expected the acclaim to die down after two months.
When you're a walking, magical WMD, you tend to gather attention.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Girl
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
[X] Sasha
I'm ambivalent for the gender, but I'd really like the half-breed child option.
@LinkOnScepter
I've got some possible pics for our super mage. What do you think?
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] Girl
[X] [X] (Unique Archmage Option) Well, technically you are their father. And mother. As you said, you broke many boundaries in your search for ultimate magical power. One of those barriers was what separated man from the Gods; The ability to Create Life. The downside? It shaved years off your life. You had to sacrifice a good chunk of your body, part of your sense of self, and half of your soul to make sure the process succeeded. You're pretty sure the only reason you're still standing is through the Will of the Gods themselves. The upside? It worked. You managed to create a perfect child clone of yourself with no problems or defects whatsoever.
[X] Sasha
Of the images presented by Icipall, I think that 3 or 4 fit the best.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] Which you don't mind at all. Everyone in the city knows who you are. Using your status to speed tedious processes along is simple pragmatism.
[X] Girl
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
I'd have to say the third Image is the one that fits what I'm imagining. They're all good though, save the fourth image, but that's more of my own personal feelings.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
[X] Looks like the old bastard is back to his brown-nosing attempts. You told him time and again to cut this crap out! Just because you're the strongest Mage in the Nomtom doesn't mean you're not to be treated like everyone else!
[X] Which you don't mind at all. Everyone in the city knows who you are. Using your status to speed tedious processes along is simple pragmatism.
[X] Boy
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
[X] Which you don't mind at all. Everyone in the city knows who you are. Using your status to speed tedious processes along is simple pragmatism.
[X] Sophia Satin
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
[X] While you don't like the favoritism, you can't deny that it does speed your day along without having to deal with frustrating circumstances. Still, it can send a poor message to your peers and the citizens themselves when they see it happen.
[X] You haven't seen their father recently mainly because he isn't human. You met him after finishing a job outside of the human territories and hit it off. Well, more like he kept venturing outside of his home and brave the nights to spend time with you. The races have never really gotten along and it was difficult for the two of you to be together for any length of time. But, against all odds, you made it work. And eventually, your child was conceived. Unfortunately, you gave birth right before the Demons attempted their invasion. Despite the Demons being at fault for the war, the conflict soured human attitudes towards the other races. Since then you haven't heard anything from their father, and simply hope he's alright.
[X] Looks like the old bastard is back to his brown-nosing attempts. You told him time and again to cut this crap out! Just because you're the strongest Mage in the Nomtom doesn't mean you're not to be treated like everyone else!
Your daughter goes silent at the sound of her name. She spins on her heal and skips over to stand before you. She grabs your robes and gives you the most adorable smile while enthusiastically nodding her head, "Uh huh! Uh huh! We had my birthday last week, remember?"
The giggle she gives off is infectious, as you soon find yourself laughing along with her. You reach down and scoop her into your arms again, "That we did. But it seems like such a long time ago to me."
"Is that because you're older than me?" Sasha leans her head into the space between your neck and shoulder, looking up at you with her big bright orange eyes, the same color as yours. In many ways, she's your exact replica. Bouncy dark hair, caramel colored skin, and the same spark behind her eyes that indicates a magical prodigy.
Though that is to be expected. She does, literally, have parts of your being inside of her. It's only right that she resemble you in appearance.
You chuckle and pull her closer, "Partially. Though I'm certain that all parents feel as if their children grow up faster than they should. However, you might be a special case."
"Cause mama made me herself with magic, and mama's the bestest there is at magic in the whole world!" she wraps her arms around you in a hug.
"Oh, I'm not sure about that," you try to ignore the pride welling up in your chest at your daughter's approval and move to your main workstation. You unconsciously employ a little telekinesis to move the various vials and spell catalyst back to their proper places before sitting down in the hand crafted wooden chair in front of the desk.
A paper and pen float down onto the desk and you continue, "Anyway, I believe it is finally time for you to see the world outside of this house. You're old enough now, and it wouldn't do for your development to keep you cooped up here."
She gasped in excitement, "You mean I can finally go outside and meet new people?"
"Indeed. But first, we must decide what exactly you will be doing when we go out," you start writing out the schedule for Sasha on the paper in front of you.
Confusion comes over your daughter's face as you write, "What? But why would we do that?"
"Because while you may be old enough to go out on your own, you are not old enough to set your own schedule nor be out without my supervision. As such, I need to know exactly what you're doing for the day, how it turns out, and when to get you back home."
Sasha makes to argue, but can't seem to form a coherent nor understandable one. Instead, she opens and closes her mouth few times before huffing in defeat, "Alright, mama."
You reach up and pinch her cheeks to cheer her up, "Now, now. None of that. This is only until you're old enough to make your own decisions."
"How long will that take?"
"Until I say so."
"Hey!"
"Kidding, kidding," you chuckle and set Sasha down, "How about you go play with some of your toys while I get this together?"
She perks up at the idea of being able to play. She shouts a quick affirmation before bolting off towards the living room where you spot a few balls rolling along the floor. You roll your eyes at the thought of picking those up later, and get back to your schedule. After some thinking, you write out what you believe will be best for Sasha to do this week.
Starting Gold: 5,000
Income: 1,000 Every 2 Weeks
Activities:
Housework - Help you around the house. She learns much about cooking and cleaning, but no interacting with others can leave her cold and distance
- 0g Earned/day
- Increases Elegance and Decorum, Decreases Empathy
Babysitting - There's an Orphanage nearby that's always in need of new caretakers...however the kids tend to leave their babysitters in bad states of dress.
- 4g Earned/day
- Increases Empathy, Decreases Charisma
Church Work - Assist the Clerics with cleaning up the Church Halls. Being around holy men and women is said increase one's sense of virtue.
- 1g Earned/day
- Increases Morals
Cargo Loader - Help the Steam Ships load their cargo for the journey...reminding everyone to give her reasonable work of course. Unfortunately, such hard labor makes one less graceful.
- 10g Earned/day
- Increases Stamina and Strength, Decreases Elegance
Tavern Cook - Help the cooks in the back of the Tavern serve and make food. Though working with ones hands so much can make them less useful for wielding weapons.
- 8g Earned/day
- Increases Skill, Agility and Speech, Decreases Prowess
Tavern Inn Helper - Help clean up the Tavern's Inn. Though working with ones hands so much can make them less useful for wielding weapons.
- 8g Earned/day
- Increases Decorum and Speech, Decreases Prowess
Unarmed: Learn how to fight by making your own body the weapon.
- Increases Strength, Stamina, and Agility
- Cost 30g/day
Weapon Prowess: Learn how to use weapons like swords, spears, and axes to defend yourself.
- Increases Stamina and Prowess
- Cost 40g/day
Traditional Knowledge: Learn the old, tried and true ways of magic, without all the "Modern Language" to muddy things.
- Increases Magical Power and Intelligence
- Cost 50g/day
Modern Teaching/Science: Focus less on how one uses magic, and more on magic's application and effect on society as a whole.
- Increases Intelligence and Magical Resistance
- Cost 50g/day
Personal Tutoring: Teach Sasha yourself. You're The Archmage. Magic is your thing...though it will take up some of your time.
- Increases all Magic Stats
- Cost 0g/day
- Lose 1 AP each (Max 3) for Weekend Activities
Noble Demeanor: Be taught how the nobility behaves, speaks, and carries themselves when in the presence of others. However, their world is not one for the soft hearted.
- Increases Charisma, Elegance and Speech, Decreases Empathy
- Cost 60g/day
"Practical" Combat: Here you learn how to fight dirty, hurt people, and do things that most people would balk at. Talking isn't that useful nor is having a conscious. A Code of Honor or so? That's fine, just don't die. Morals? That's negotiable.
- Increases Agility, Skill and Prowess, Decreases Speech and Morals
- Cost 30g/day
Painting: Paint the World around you and use it to express your feelings.
- Increases Art and Empathy
- Cost 60g/day
Dancing: Learn how to gracefully move your body in a way to impress everyone that sees you.
- Increases Elegance, Decorum, and Agility
- Cost 60g/day
Writing/Poetry: Writing is becoming more and more important as time goes on. Being able to do it well is the sign of an educated person.
- Increases Decorum, Speech, and Charisma
- Cost 60g/day
Week 1 (Write in 1 Activity Per Day):
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Poke poke.
Ok, yes, I know I've let this be abandoned for...almost a year now.
But, I don't know, while looking through my backlog I suddenly got the urge to keep going with this.
I don't know if anyone's gonna wanna keep voting, but I'll do my best to keep this up this time.
In the meantime, here are the Mechanics. Note that these are all subject to change, I am not good at math, and that I'll be explaining more Mechanics as they pop up.
- When your Daughter performs in an Activity (Job or Class) I will roll 1d20 at a DN of 15. The Stats she starts with a Bonus in are exempt from this, and their DNs will always be 10.
- If she gets below the DN, she'll still gain points in Stats (Between 0 and 5), however the spread will not usually be even, and she'll always lose some points in the Stat that the Job/Class takes away from (Between 0 and 5). I'll roll the 1d20 on SV and roll the Stat Gains behind the scenes.
- If she gets above the DN (16 to 19), she'll gain points in all Stats. still not usually spread evenly but all Stats will go up, though she'll still lose points in the Stat/Stats the Job takes away from.
- If she gets a Nat 20 on the roll, however, something special will happen. The DN will immediately be dropped to 10 rather than 15, she'll gain extra points in her Stats (Between 1 and 3), won't lose any points in any Stats, and won't gain any Stress for this one time she's doing the Activity. In addition, the Activity will be marked as "Prodigal" and she'll gain a times 0.5 Modifier to any Stat Gain for this Activity until she turns 16.
- If your Daughter does an Activity while her Stress is too high, there's a chance she will "Slack Off". When this happens, she won't gain any points in stats and only lose them.
- Once she's done an Activity at least 10 times, the DN will drop to a 10, and she'll lose the ability to gain the Prodigal Mark on it. The Activity will also change depending on what type of Activity it is: Job = Get a Raise in Earnings and Stats will gain/lose more points (Between 1 and 6 for the first upgrade, so on and so forth). Class = Go to the next level of expertise (Beginner to Adept to Expert to Master), increase points gained/lost, and raise the cost of classes.
"Because while you may be old enough to go out on your own, you are not old enough to set your own schedule nor be out without my supervision. As such, I need to know exactly what you're doing for the day, how it turns out, and when to get you back home."
