To whom it may concern:
If you are reading this, you are our selection for the CEO of a...
If you are reading this, you are our selection for the CEO of a...
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Lord Ultimus
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To whom it may concern:
If you are reading this, you are our selection for the CEO of a corporation based upon... unnatural resources. Due to your own experience and encounter with the paranormal, we, as your future Board of Investors have judged you to be the most qualified to lead such an corporation. However, as "behind closed doors" as this may be, the Board has no interest in funding something that we see as not profiting us, and members may pull out at any time. If all members pull your funding, expect immediate termination of all your endeavors.
While you may know who we are and have gained a peek at the hidden nature beyond our world, you know little about what you will be using as a resource to form the backbone of your future projects. This is tied into our origin, so to speak, so we ask that you wipe the computer you read this from after finishing this E-Mail through the attachment encoded.
[X] Approximately six months ago, a resident of the International Space Station made telepathic contact with what we believe to be an extraterrestrial organism. This had the unfortunate side affect of driving said person insane, and was deported from the station for his own good. However, members of the board have encountered similar events, and acquired him at the earliest possible date when he began drawing blueprints for bio-organic starships. While we currently lack the resources to build such devices, the subject has been growing tumors that seem to circumvent typical biological physics.
[X] You may have heard news reports of a meteor strike in the Arctic similar in power to a small nuclear weapon. This is incorrect. One of the members has been working on a nanite pathogen for military purposes, working on it in the Arctic to limit contamination. This proved wise when these nanites somehow gained sentience, and soon infected nearly the whole staff, controlling them to work on strange weapons seemingly to be used on human civilization. One of the survivors managed to use one of these devices to destroy the entire area. However, a "black box" managed to survive, and our engineers have confirmed that the data is perfectly safe, albeit decades if not centuries ahead of the rest of the world.
[X] For the past nine years, each board member has been in contact with an entity calling itself "Mammon" in various guises, giving advice in exchange for relatively small payments, at least in comparison to the advantages Mammon's advice has given us. This seems to have been some sort of test, as recently Mammon gathered us together, offering us a book written in a Syrian dialect that he/she/they claims holds knowledge that is forbidden from mankind, his/her/their only request that we keep it secret from the world. Our translators thus far have confirmed various spells, locations of power, and malevolent creatures are detailed within, though the book itself seems to have no supernatural qualities other than the odor of blood and brimstone.
Upon reading this, you may have assumed this is just an isolated incident among the ordinary, predictable world you have come to have known through your life. It is our prerogative to inform you that this is untrue. Your world has always had this strangeness, hidden just out of reach, a world where possibility and imagination are synonymous. This is a world of terrible fear and pain, but it is also a world of opportunity, where those who embrace their ruthlessness can find power and riches that are literally beyond your wildest dreams.
We will contact you shortly to begin your work.
If you are reading this, you are our selection for the CEO of a corporation based upon... unnatural resources. Due to your own experience and encounter with the paranormal, we, as your future Board of Investors have judged you to be the most qualified to lead such an corporation. However, as "behind closed doors" as this may be, the Board has no interest in funding something that we see as not profiting us, and members may pull out at any time. If all members pull your funding, expect immediate termination of all your endeavors.
While you may know who we are and have gained a peek at the hidden nature beyond our world, you know little about what you will be using as a resource to form the backbone of your future projects. This is tied into our origin, so to speak, so we ask that you wipe the computer you read this from after finishing this E-Mail through the attachment encoded.
[X] Approximately six months ago, a resident of the International Space Station made telepathic contact with what we believe to be an extraterrestrial organism. This had the unfortunate side affect of driving said person insane, and was deported from the station for his own good. However, members of the board have encountered similar events, and acquired him at the earliest possible date when he began drawing blueprints for bio-organic starships. While we currently lack the resources to build such devices, the subject has been growing tumors that seem to circumvent typical biological physics.
[X] You may have heard news reports of a meteor strike in the Arctic similar in power to a small nuclear weapon. This is incorrect. One of the members has been working on a nanite pathogen for military purposes, working on it in the Arctic to limit contamination. This proved wise when these nanites somehow gained sentience, and soon infected nearly the whole staff, controlling them to work on strange weapons seemingly to be used on human civilization. One of the survivors managed to use one of these devices to destroy the entire area. However, a "black box" managed to survive, and our engineers have confirmed that the data is perfectly safe, albeit decades if not centuries ahead of the rest of the world.
[X] For the past nine years, each board member has been in contact with an entity calling itself "Mammon" in various guises, giving advice in exchange for relatively small payments, at least in comparison to the advantages Mammon's advice has given us. This seems to have been some sort of test, as recently Mammon gathered us together, offering us a book written in a Syrian dialect that he/she/they claims holds knowledge that is forbidden from mankind, his/her/their only request that we keep it secret from the world. Our translators thus far have confirmed various spells, locations of power, and malevolent creatures are detailed within, though the book itself seems to have no supernatural qualities other than the odor of blood and brimstone.
Upon reading this, you may have assumed this is just an isolated incident among the ordinary, predictable world you have come to have known through your life. It is our prerogative to inform you that this is untrue. Your world has always had this strangeness, hidden just out of reach, a world where possibility and imagination are synonymous. This is a world of terrible fear and pain, but it is also a world of opportunity, where those who embrace their ruthlessness can find power and riches that are literally beyond your wildest dreams.
We will contact you shortly to begin your work.
Character Sheet
Lord Ultimus
Beautiful...
- Location
- Undisclosed Warehouse
Name: Teng Fan
Gender: Male
Attributes:
Martial: 8
Diplomacy: 4
Stewardship: 5
Intrigue: 10
Learning: 7
Traits:
Spartan: You've never been one to indulge in pleasure. Cannot be taken with Hedonist.
Calm: You have a neutral temperament, one that has colored your personality a great deal.
Subtle: Large, ostentatious meetings or displays of power have never been your style. Manipulating from the shadows, however…
Recluse: You shun the company of others, and have dedicated your time to other pursuits. Gain a trait.
Cold: You have a frigid, practical demeanor.
Interrogator: You know how to extract information from prisoners. Your mindset is off-putting in polite company.
Gender: Male
Attributes:
Martial: 8
Diplomacy: 4
Stewardship: 5
Intrigue: 10
Learning: 7
Traits:
Spartan: You've never been one to indulge in pleasure. Cannot be taken with Hedonist.
Calm: You have a neutral temperament, one that has colored your personality a great deal.
Subtle: Large, ostentatious meetings or displays of power have never been your style. Manipulating from the shadows, however…
Recluse: You shun the company of others, and have dedicated your time to other pursuits. Gain a trait.
Cold: You have a frigid, practical demeanor.
Interrogator: You know how to extract information from prisoners. Your mindset is off-putting in polite company.
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Character Creation
Lord Ultimus
Beautiful...
- Location
- Undisclosed Warehouse
[X] For the past nine years, each board member has been in contact with an entity calling itself "Mammon" in various guises, giving advice in exchange for relatively small payments, at least in comparison to the advantages Mammon's advice has given us. This seems to have been some sort of test, as recently Mammon gathered us together, offering us a book written in a Syrian dialect that he/she/they claims holds knowledge that is forbidden frommankind, his/her/their only request that we keep it secret from the world. Our translators thus far have confirmed various spells, locations of power, and malevolent creatures are detailed within, though the book itself seems to have no supernatural qualities other than the odor of blood and brimstone.
You will soon enter a new world, monstrous and unnatural. But you were chosen not just for your ruthlessness and skills, but because you have encountered the supernatural before. But who are you?
Here we shall build your character sheet. Please vote in Plan Format.
Name:
-[X] Write-In
Gender:
-[X] Male
-[X] Female
Supernatural Encounter:
-[X] Just one year ago, you were attacked by a vampire coven, trapping you and dozens others in their manor and hounding you for a full night. You and just two others only barely managed to survive by tricking them into sunlight once the night ended. You never stayed in contact with the other survivors, and you have been cautious during night ever since.
-[X] When you were just another naive teenager, you went to a cabin in the woods with some friends, only to be attacked by a creature that came out of a meteor that killed you all one by one. You were the sole survivor, managing to kill the creature through luck, but somehow you know that there are other like it out there.
-[X] Once, in desperate need of money, you participated in a shady experiment from a weapons firm. You were placed in a robotic armor that drove you mad, killing dozens. The process managed to be reversed and those responsible were arrested and jailed, but you can still remember everything you did when transformed.
-[X]You were raised in a cult, dedicated to an entity you were told little about. You only realized when you were much older that it was because they needed a pure soul to sacrifice. Your own mother was the one who stabbed you on a stone altar surrounded by the cult members. However, you awoke to find a man in a bowler hat and no eyes smiling at you, and every cult member dead. He merely tipped his hat towards you and promised to see you again.
-[X] When you were just another naive teenager, you went to a cabin in the woods with some friends, only to be attacked by a creature that came out of a meteor that killed you all one by one. You were the sole survivor, managing to kill the creature through luck, but somehow you know that there are other like it out there.
-[X] Once, in desperate need of money, you participated in a shady experiment from a weapons firm. You were placed in a robotic armor that drove you mad, killing dozens. The process managed to be reversed and those responsible were arrested and jailed, but you can still remember everything you did when transformed.
-[X]You were raised in a cult, dedicated to an entity you were told little about. You only realized when you were much older that it was because they needed a pure soul to sacrifice. Your own mother was the one who stabbed you on a stone altar surrounded by the cult members. However, you awoke to find a man in a bowler hat and no eyes smiling at you, and every cult member dead. He merely tipped his hat towards you and promised to see you again.
Preferred Attribute (Pick One):
-[X] Martial
-[X] Diplomacy
-[X] Stewardship
-[X] Intrigue
-[X] Learning
Background (Pick One):
-[X] Corrupt Politician
-[X] Military Contractor
-[X] Money Launderer
-[X] Intelligence Contractor
-[X] Illegal Drugmaker
Traits (You have four trait points, you may gain points from taking on negative traits):
-[X] Greedy: You love to hoard resources.
-[X] Laconic: You are not prone to long-winded speeches, but when you do speak, each word bears weight beyond its brevity.
-[X] Coward - You didn't survive this long by sticking your head out as far as possible. Gain a trait selection.
-[X] Brave: You fear nothing. Cannot be taken with 'Coward'.
-[X] Socializer: You are outgoing and get along easy with everyone. Cannot be taken with 'Recluse'.
-[X] Recluse: You shun the company of others, and have dedicated your time to other pursuits. Gain a trait.
-[X] Spartan: You've never been one to indulge in pleasure. Cannot be taken with Hedonist.
-[X] Fashionable: You can make anything look good on you, though your tastes tend towards high society.
-[X] Likeable: You're easy to get along with, and people trust you more easily. You didn't become that way by hiding away and reading a book, however.
-[X] Subtle: Large, ostentatious meetings or displays of power have never been your style. Manipulating from the shadows, however…
-[X] Paranoid: You didn't get this far in life without watching your back...constantly. Unfortunately it also has led you to assume the worst of everyone.
-[X] Cruel: You are by most accounts, a vicious person.
-[X] Rage: You have a quick temper, and it is a dangerous, unstable thing when roused. Gain a trait.
-[X] Calm: You have a neutral temperament, one that has colored your personality a great deal.
-[X] Attractive: You are beautiful. Cannot be taken with 'Ugly'.
-[X] Ugly: You don't have any good looks to speak of. Gain one trait selection.
-[X] Administrator: You've mastered the day-to-day running of a realm at the expense of other pursuits.
-[X] Architect: You spent some of your youth learning the art of construction.
-[X] Cold: You have a frigid, practical demeanor.
-[X] Cutthroat: Even at a young age, you always knew you would do whatever shady shit had to get done to get what you wanted.
-[X] Bruiser: Never has a problem presented itself that cannot be solved with violence.
-[X] Genius: You excel at all that you try. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Silver-Tongued: You always know exactly what to say at all times.
-[X] Hedonist: Life has to be lived to the fullest, and you can use that experience well.
-[X] Interrogator: You know how to extract information from prisoners. Your mindset is off-putting in polite company.
-[X] Strong: You are blessed with a powerful physique. Cannot be taken with 'Weak'.
-[X] Weak: You have been cursed with a weak frame in a world of death and intrigue. You've filled your time with other pursuits. Gain one trait.
-[X] Ambitious: It's never enough for you, and that's just how you want it. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Researcher: You love learning whatever you can.
-[X] Leader: You are a natural born leader, able to inspire and draw others to your cause. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Whisperer: You keep your speech quiet, and know how to pick up on other's muted mumblings.
-[X] Arrogant: You sneer at those below you. Gain one trait.
-[X] Arbitrary: You are capricious and fickle. Gain one trait.
-[X] Laconic: You are not prone to long-winded speeches, but when you do speak, each word bears weight beyond its brevity.
-[X] Coward - You didn't survive this long by sticking your head out as far as possible. Gain a trait selection.
-[X] Brave: You fear nothing. Cannot be taken with 'Coward'.
-[X] Socializer: You are outgoing and get along easy with everyone. Cannot be taken with 'Recluse'.
-[X] Recluse: You shun the company of others, and have dedicated your time to other pursuits. Gain a trait.
-[X] Spartan: You've never been one to indulge in pleasure. Cannot be taken with Hedonist.
-[X] Fashionable: You can make anything look good on you, though your tastes tend towards high society.
-[X] Likeable: You're easy to get along with, and people trust you more easily. You didn't become that way by hiding away and reading a book, however.
-[X] Subtle: Large, ostentatious meetings or displays of power have never been your style. Manipulating from the shadows, however…
-[X] Paranoid: You didn't get this far in life without watching your back...constantly. Unfortunately it also has led you to assume the worst of everyone.
-[X] Cruel: You are by most accounts, a vicious person.
-[X] Rage: You have a quick temper, and it is a dangerous, unstable thing when roused. Gain a trait.
-[X] Calm: You have a neutral temperament, one that has colored your personality a great deal.
-[X] Attractive: You are beautiful. Cannot be taken with 'Ugly'.
-[X] Ugly: You don't have any good looks to speak of. Gain one trait selection.
-[X] Administrator: You've mastered the day-to-day running of a realm at the expense of other pursuits.
-[X] Architect: You spent some of your youth learning the art of construction.
-[X] Cold: You have a frigid, practical demeanor.
-[X] Cutthroat: Even at a young age, you always knew you would do whatever shady shit had to get done to get what you wanted.
-[X] Bruiser: Never has a problem presented itself that cannot be solved with violence.
-[X] Genius: You excel at all that you try. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Silver-Tongued: You always know exactly what to say at all times.
-[X] Hedonist: Life has to be lived to the fullest, and you can use that experience well.
-[X] Interrogator: You know how to extract information from prisoners. Your mindset is off-putting in polite company.
-[X] Strong: You are blessed with a powerful physique. Cannot be taken with 'Weak'.
-[X] Weak: You have been cursed with a weak frame in a world of death and intrigue. You've filled your time with other pursuits. Gain one trait.
-[X] Ambitious: It's never enough for you, and that's just how you want it. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Researcher: You love learning whatever you can.
-[X] Leader: You are a natural born leader, able to inspire and draw others to your cause. Counts as two traits.
-[X] Whisperer: You keep your speech quiet, and know how to pick up on other's muted mumblings.
-[X] Arrogant: You sneer at those below you. Gain one trait.
-[X] Arbitrary: You are capricious and fickle. Gain one trait.
Remember to vote in Plan Format.
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Documents - part 1 of 2
Lord Ultimus
Beautiful...
- Location
- Undisclosed Warehouse
If you've received these documents, preparations are underway for the creation of the corporation. However, certain aspects of the creation require your input before finalizing the various mergers. For now, there will be several guidelines to follow:
1. For now, the corporation will be limited to the United States. However, depending on circumstances there may be options to expand into international branches.
2. You will start primarily focused on one industry. In time, there will be opportunities to obtain subsidiaries and expand influence. The choice of industry will be up to you; however, we will expect development in weapons and defense even if it must be hidden from the government.
3. At the end of every ten months, you will give a report on the progress of the corporation and an explanation if unforeseen circumstances occur. Members of the Board will decide if they will continue funding you. In the event all members should cease funding, your corporation will be effectively bankrupt and you will be cut off from any and all supernatural endeavors the Board may partake in.
When you have made your decisions, place the relevant documents back within the envelope you received these in and place it where you found it. Burn the extraneous documents.
Please vote in plan format.
Name of Corporation:
- [X] Write-In
Headquarters:
- [X] Write-In (American City)
Industry (Choose one):
- [X] Weapon Development
- [X] Private Military Contractor
- [X] Technology
- [X] Pharmaceutical
- [X] Energy
- [X] Write-In (Subject to GM approval)
I'll leave it here, the second part is self contained enough that it won't be changed depending on what you vote, and I've delayed this too much already. Again, please vote in plan format.
1. For now, the corporation will be limited to the United States. However, depending on circumstances there may be options to expand into international branches.
2. You will start primarily focused on one industry. In time, there will be opportunities to obtain subsidiaries and expand influence. The choice of industry will be up to you; however, we will expect development in weapons and defense even if it must be hidden from the government.
3. At the end of every ten months, you will give a report on the progress of the corporation and an explanation if unforeseen circumstances occur. Members of the Board will decide if they will continue funding you. In the event all members should cease funding, your corporation will be effectively bankrupt and you will be cut off from any and all supernatural endeavors the Board may partake in.
When you have made your decisions, place the relevant documents back within the envelope you received these in and place it where you found it. Burn the extraneous documents.
Please vote in plan format.
Name of Corporation:
- [X] Write-In
Headquarters:
- [X] Write-In (American City)
Industry (Choose one):
- [X] Weapon Development
- [X] Private Military Contractor
- [X] Technology
- [X] Pharmaceutical
- [X] Energy
- [X] Write-In (Subject to GM approval)
I'll leave it here, the second part is self contained enough that it won't be changed depending on what you vote, and I've delayed this too much already. Again, please vote in plan format.
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