Magoose
SV's Questing Fanatic
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- California USA
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- He
Yep.
Indeed.
Good news. Alexander loves you, and cares for you like a brother should.
So that puts points towards his camp.
Hetairoi (No SV, You are a Companion of Alexander the Great)
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So that puts points towards his camp.
- Location
- Over the next hill.
Alexander the Great indeed. He's the best bro.
- Location
- Europe
Until he drinks too much and you've pissed him off with all that mushy talk about compassion and putting yourself in the shoes of the common soldiers who want to go home.
Then he might throw a spear at you.
your father.
We got to make him not paranoid then..
After all, it is a trend for Rulers to die by Assasination and Battles.
Magoose
SV's Questing Fanatic
- Location
- California USA
- Pronouns
- He
I wouldn't say that, but he is indeed someone who sees you as an asset rather then a threat.
Right now at least.
You can try.
But Alexander might not be good enough to do that.
Alexander is still a child right now and isn't a heavy drinker that he grew up yet.
You have a chance to prevent his and his companion's rampant alcoholism... or at the very least, mitigate it.
As for talk of compassion. There is a time an place for it, Alexander knew it IRL, even if he didn't really use it.
It's not about PArinoia. Well at least, not just.
It's about some of the other things around him that can affect him.
- Location
- Over the next hill.
Just you wait, we'll make him a brocon before he even knows it
I kid of course, but it will definitely be interesting to flesh out our relationship with him.
By the way, we have every chance of becoming a Gray Cardinal. After all, as you know, servants see everything, hear everything, and know even what time their masters usually go to take a shit at night. I don't know how many slaves and servants our hero will have, but it would be interesting and intriguing to gather his future spy network disguised as servants from the children of street children.
Will we be able to get other traits like lustful or brave throughout the story?
Will we be able to get other traits like lustful or brave throughout the story?
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Something tells me if we are to wield an army, we should adopt the first edition of the Roman Maniple System (Wouldn't be surprised if MC decides the Greek Standard is too slow and rigid. Additionally develops the idea of Javelins for most if not all Units.)
And keep out-manouvering the Ancient Armies that does not use Ranged Cavalry.
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Magoose
SV's Questing Fanatic
- Location
- California USA
- Pronouns
- He
Yes.
I call them Character moments, where an event as you grow up affects your personality.
There will be a few, and maybe one or two that occur that affect all the other heteroi.
We most likely won't wield an Army.
Even if we did, it would most likely be a small force.
Hmm..I wonder if there are other traits such as:
Narrow Flanker (Trait represens the Character's ability to perform NarrownFlanking.)
Educator (Trait represents the Trait owner's ability to educate others.)
Lead by Example (Represents Leadership preference)
Meritocrat (Believes in the concept of Meritocracy.)
Reflective Lessons Idealism (Belives in the concept of Self-Reflection as a way to imrpove ones' self to become better later.)
And so on.
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Story Begins
Magoose
SV's Questing Fanatic
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- California USA
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Story Begins:
Your mother was not interested in you, as you were presented to her by the guards. "Mother." You whispered the word carefully, as you did not really know what was going through her mind. You could tell that she was deep in thought, watching the courtyard below. "You summoned me?" It was strange to speak so formally to her, but you had long ago realized that there were things that were expected of you.
There would be no comfort here, not with your mother, not with anyone here in the palace.
"Come Neoptolemus." She ordered, frostiness of the winter snow was in her voice, callous and uncaring, and you did, the guards that escorted you following close behind. "Look down and tell me what you see?"
The Afternoon sun was burning from above, Helios was blazing with a summer that was not without end, but with great power. The rains that came had caused a powerful blossom of flowers and green that you could see across the countryside. It would be a bountiful harvest if the augers were correct.
But you knew she was focused on her pride, her joy.
You looked down to see Alexander training, with a shield and wooden sword, on the ground, trying to practice his stances, and his formations with the other boys, as well as shouting. He was practicing his duties as a prince. His duties as heir. And Philip wanted to see Alexander become a great and powerful, and loyal subordinate. You knew that from Alexandersown words.
"He is training to be a soldier." It was a simple answer. It was truly the only answer. Alexander was his father's soldier.
Your mother did not seem angered by those words, but you could see her disappointment. There was something more that she has hoped for you to understand. Something, that you truly did not know.
"Training to be a King." She replied as she stepped away from the overlook, gesturing you to follow. And you did, looking at the guards who were trading glances, and using their spears to trade around, to keep themselves up straight. They were uncomfortable being here, just as much as you were. And they were also tired. Incredibly tired.
You stopped and looked at them. "Ionnious, Mydon, you can leave."
Both men looked at each other, then at your mother, who was clearly annoyed. "These men are my guard, and they will not leave."
You looked. "How long have you been on duty?" You asked the two men.
"Since before sunrise." Mydon replied, not knowing who to actually listen to, the prince, or the queen. Since both, before Philip held power over his life. But they said nothing more, as the battle of wills played before.
"Then go rest." You said. "Being tired is something that will not help protect my mother."
Your mother did not seem to agree. "No, you will remain." She demanded. "And you will remember your place."
"And my place is your son." You replied. "And you won't be safe if your men are tired."
That made your mother pause. Then she looked at the two men, both regal and at attention. But you knew she could see that they were tired. "You are dismissed."
Both guards gave a salute, walking away, leaving you and your mother alone.
"Why do you anger me so?" She asked as she looked down upon you. "You are nothing but the spare."
"I know." You replied. "But they were tired."
"They are my servants." She replied, striking back with venom and annoyance. "You are a Prince of Macedon, they are beneath you!"
"They are soldiers of my father, they are not your slaves." You replied, gathering what little courage you had in your heart. Because that was the truth for you at least. People deserved the respect of their station.
She then glared at you, with eyes hard as the mountains. There were things that she wanted to say, but ideas arose in her head, and she smiled.
She then knelt down and pinched your cheek… her demeanor changed. "My child, you are Alexanders' brother… and for too long, you have been coddled by your nurses and tutors."
You looked away, pushing her hand away, you knew what she was doing… at least you thought. She was always angered whenever she saw you, using your authority… to help people. She always wanted to teach you that it was not the way the world worked.
And she knew you recognized it. "When you're father returns… we shall decide your punishment."
You nodded.
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Alexander was waiting at the bottom of the steps of the yard, waiting for you, as you walked down. "Hail brother!" He said as he ran towards you with a great smile on his face. He hugged you tightly and he laughed.
He did not see your tears, but then again, he never saw them. He only wanted to see you smile. It was one of the strange things that he always did. He knew that you were never cheerful. Knew you never really had much to feel happy about.
Yet he always did his best to make you forget them.
He was sweaty and dirty and smelled of dirt, he must have just finished training and immediately came to see you.
When you did not return the embrace, that forced him to realize what was wrong. "Mother summoned you again… didn't she?"
You nodded, saying nothing as you looked at the ground, towards your feet.
"What did she say?" He ordered, trying to force you to speak.
"Nothing." You replied.
Alexander knelt down and tilted your head upward to face his own. He nodded "It's alright to tell me."
You said nothing. You just forced your head down to face the ground again. "I've been bad."
"What makes you say that?" He asked.
"Mothers guards were not up to standard, they had been on duty since before sunrise. They were starting to fall asleep. I dismissed them so they could rest."
Alexander nodded. "Sometimes it isn't your place to help people." He then placed a hand on your shoulder. "Come on."
"Where are we going?" You asked.
He said nothing, but you didn't feel calm.
But then again, you never felt calm with Alexander.
But you did feel safe.
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You got your answer when you arrived at the throne room, where Father was waiting. He was not fresh from battle, but he had been seemingly taken away from another matter to deal with his sons.
Mother was too, but she was not happy to see that you were coming with Alexander. "Neoptolemus was supposed to come alone." She was not happy with the fact her favored son was there.
But she was never happy with you.
Alexander waited to speak, as Philip spoke. "Why did I hear from my queen, that my son sent away her guard?"
You did not speak. Instead, you only bowed your head in shame.
Mother then spoke. "He seemed to believe that I was too hard on the men, that I have-"
"Quiet." He spoke with a tone that sounded both caring and… angered, at his wife. "I want to hear my son."
"He will not speak." Your mother stated.
Alexander then stepped forward. "Then I will speak for him."
That made you look up. "My brother ordered them away because they were tired, unable to perform their duties, and others would replace them."
Philip gave a wiry smile, while your mother seemed annoyed. "What punishment is there, when he only cares for our mother's safety? What fool would ever seek punishment for protection of a more able class?"
Alexander pointed to you. "I see nothing more than clarity… of taking action instead of allowing action to take place."
"Aren't you in agreement with that father?" Alexander asked.
That made Philip nod. "Well put."
Your mother seemed incensed. "You are allowing him to-"
"Silence!" Philip rose from his throne and looked at his wife with one eye. His good eye. "I think it would be better if we forgot about this. My son does not deserve punishment, nor does he deserve praise. Duty has its own rewards."
He then walked forward, looking down at you. "Hold up your arm." He ordered.
You did, and he took it, and you tried to pull away. But your father's grip was too strong. "Have you begun your training?"
"No Father." You whispered, whimpering in pain from his terrifyingly strong grip. He was hurting you, and he did not care.
He nodded, grunting and feeling a sense of disappointment.
"Tomorrow, you will join the other boys and your brother. You will no longer be coddled. You will learn to lead. To fight…"
He then let go. "You're childhood ends."
He then walked away. "Let us go. Court will begin soon, and there is much to be done."
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Life would change after that, as you began a life of a Prince and a soldier.
You have Three Actions:
[]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
[] The Walls of Pellas: You walk the Walls of Pellas, the great fortifications of your home. Many fear you, but your mind comes… at east at this place.
[]The City of Walls and Secrets: You do not believe you are worthy of anything. But it seems that some would view you as nothing more than… something else.
[]And the Strength that Comes: Your Mother calls you to her chambers again. Alone. Perhaps she will see that you are worthy.
[]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
[]The Slaves of a Kingdom: Your Father came to you, and told you to walk with him. He had things to show you.
[]Wander The City: You always wanted to see your father's city. So you will.
[]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
AN: enjoy and vote in plan format please.
Your mother was not interested in you, as you were presented to her by the guards. "Mother." You whispered the word carefully, as you did not really know what was going through her mind. You could tell that she was deep in thought, watching the courtyard below. "You summoned me?" It was strange to speak so formally to her, but you had long ago realized that there were things that were expected of you.
There would be no comfort here, not with your mother, not with anyone here in the palace.
"Come Neoptolemus." She ordered, frostiness of the winter snow was in her voice, callous and uncaring, and you did, the guards that escorted you following close behind. "Look down and tell me what you see?"
The Afternoon sun was burning from above, Helios was blazing with a summer that was not without end, but with great power. The rains that came had caused a powerful blossom of flowers and green that you could see across the countryside. It would be a bountiful harvest if the augers were correct.
But you knew she was focused on her pride, her joy.
You looked down to see Alexander training, with a shield and wooden sword, on the ground, trying to practice his stances, and his formations with the other boys, as well as shouting. He was practicing his duties as a prince. His duties as heir. And Philip wanted to see Alexander become a great and powerful, and loyal subordinate. You knew that from Alexandersown words.
"He is training to be a soldier." It was a simple answer. It was truly the only answer. Alexander was his father's soldier.
Your mother did not seem angered by those words, but you could see her disappointment. There was something more that she has hoped for you to understand. Something, that you truly did not know.
"Training to be a King." She replied as she stepped away from the overlook, gesturing you to follow. And you did, looking at the guards who were trading glances, and using their spears to trade around, to keep themselves up straight. They were uncomfortable being here, just as much as you were. And they were also tired. Incredibly tired.
You stopped and looked at them. "Ionnious, Mydon, you can leave."
Both men looked at each other, then at your mother, who was clearly annoyed. "These men are my guard, and they will not leave."
You looked. "How long have you been on duty?" You asked the two men.
"Since before sunrise." Mydon replied, not knowing who to actually listen to, the prince, or the queen. Since both, before Philip held power over his life. But they said nothing more, as the battle of wills played before.
"Then go rest." You said. "Being tired is something that will not help protect my mother."
Your mother did not seem to agree. "No, you will remain." She demanded. "And you will remember your place."
"And my place is your son." You replied. "And you won't be safe if your men are tired."
That made your mother pause. Then she looked at the two men, both regal and at attention. But you knew she could see that they were tired. "You are dismissed."
Both guards gave a salute, walking away, leaving you and your mother alone.
"Why do you anger me so?" She asked as she looked down upon you. "You are nothing but the spare."
"I know." You replied. "But they were tired."
"They are my servants." She replied, striking back with venom and annoyance. "You are a Prince of Macedon, they are beneath you!"
"They are soldiers of my father, they are not your slaves." You replied, gathering what little courage you had in your heart. Because that was the truth for you at least. People deserved the respect of their station.
She then glared at you, with eyes hard as the mountains. There were things that she wanted to say, but ideas arose in her head, and she smiled.
She then knelt down and pinched your cheek… her demeanor changed. "My child, you are Alexanders' brother… and for too long, you have been coddled by your nurses and tutors."
You looked away, pushing her hand away, you knew what she was doing… at least you thought. She was always angered whenever she saw you, using your authority… to help people. She always wanted to teach you that it was not the way the world worked.
And she knew you recognized it. "When you're father returns… we shall decide your punishment."
You nodded.
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Alexander was waiting at the bottom of the steps of the yard, waiting for you, as you walked down. "Hail brother!" He said as he ran towards you with a great smile on his face. He hugged you tightly and he laughed.
He did not see your tears, but then again, he never saw them. He only wanted to see you smile. It was one of the strange things that he always did. He knew that you were never cheerful. Knew you never really had much to feel happy about.
Yet he always did his best to make you forget them.
He was sweaty and dirty and smelled of dirt, he must have just finished training and immediately came to see you.
When you did not return the embrace, that forced him to realize what was wrong. "Mother summoned you again… didn't she?"
You nodded, saying nothing as you looked at the ground, towards your feet.
"What did she say?" He ordered, trying to force you to speak.
"Nothing." You replied.
Alexander knelt down and tilted your head upward to face his own. He nodded "It's alright to tell me."
You said nothing. You just forced your head down to face the ground again. "I've been bad."
"What makes you say that?" He asked.
"Mothers guards were not up to standard, they had been on duty since before sunrise. They were starting to fall asleep. I dismissed them so they could rest."
Alexander nodded. "Sometimes it isn't your place to help people." He then placed a hand on your shoulder. "Come on."
"Where are we going?" You asked.
He said nothing, but you didn't feel calm.
But then again, you never felt calm with Alexander.
But you did feel safe.
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You got your answer when you arrived at the throne room, where Father was waiting. He was not fresh from battle, but he had been seemingly taken away from another matter to deal with his sons.
Mother was too, but she was not happy to see that you were coming with Alexander. "Neoptolemus was supposed to come alone." She was not happy with the fact her favored son was there.
But she was never happy with you.
Alexander waited to speak, as Philip spoke. "Why did I hear from my queen, that my son sent away her guard?"
You did not speak. Instead, you only bowed your head in shame.
Mother then spoke. "He seemed to believe that I was too hard on the men, that I have-"
"Quiet." He spoke with a tone that sounded both caring and… angered, at his wife. "I want to hear my son."
"He will not speak." Your mother stated.
Alexander then stepped forward. "Then I will speak for him."
That made you look up. "My brother ordered them away because they were tired, unable to perform their duties, and others would replace them."
Philip gave a wiry smile, while your mother seemed annoyed. "What punishment is there, when he only cares for our mother's safety? What fool would ever seek punishment for protection of a more able class?"
Alexander pointed to you. "I see nothing more than clarity… of taking action instead of allowing action to take place."
"Aren't you in agreement with that father?" Alexander asked.
That made Philip nod. "Well put."
Your mother seemed incensed. "You are allowing him to-"
"Silence!" Philip rose from his throne and looked at his wife with one eye. His good eye. "I think it would be better if we forgot about this. My son does not deserve punishment, nor does he deserve praise. Duty has its own rewards."
He then walked forward, looking down at you. "Hold up your arm." He ordered.
You did, and he took it, and you tried to pull away. But your father's grip was too strong. "Have you begun your training?"
"No Father." You whispered, whimpering in pain from his terrifyingly strong grip. He was hurting you, and he did not care.
He nodded, grunting and feeling a sense of disappointment.
"Tomorrow, you will join the other boys and your brother. You will no longer be coddled. You will learn to lead. To fight…"
He then let go. "You're childhood ends."
He then walked away. "Let us go. Court will begin soon, and there is much to be done."
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Life would change after that, as you began a life of a Prince and a soldier.
You have Three Actions:
[]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
[] The Walls of Pellas: You walk the Walls of Pellas, the great fortifications of your home. Many fear you, but your mind comes… at east at this place.
[]The City of Walls and Secrets: You do not believe you are worthy of anything. But it seems that some would view you as nothing more than… something else.
[]And the Strength that Comes: Your Mother calls you to her chambers again. Alone. Perhaps she will see that you are worthy.
[]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
[]The Slaves of a Kingdom: Your Father came to you, and told you to walk with him. He had things to show you.
[]Wander The City: You always wanted to see your father's city. So you will.
[]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
AN: enjoy and vote in plan format please.
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- He/Him
[X]Plan: We shall stand tall
-[X]The Walls of Pellas
-[X]The City of Walls and Secrets
-[X]The Slaves of a Kingdom
-[X]The Walls of Pellas
-[X]The City of Walls and Secrets
-[X]The Slaves of a Kingdom
Duke William of
I really need to finish my quests. :V
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- He/Him
As gruff and rough Philip was with us, he has a point. In this time and era, and as the spare of Macedon, Nepo needs to be a physically capable man in order to aid and protect his brother, as well as raising us as a worthy spare. His moral lesson for us was also actually very good: doing your duty, or good, is its own reward, and you should not expect to be rewarded every time you do good.
Our mother's a jerk, though, no question.
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
-[X]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
-[X]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
-[X]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
Reasoning:
I want to foster valuable connections and friendships early, as well as avoid causing unnecessary grudges, and spending time with the rest of Alexander's guard will hell with that.
Learning how to ride a horse early on will save us tine we could use later on, and it'll foster approval from our father and Alexander due to immediately starting our training.
Finally, this is something I'd be willing to change, but spending time with out brother is just some wholesome fun I'd love to see.
Our mother's a jerk, though, no question.
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
-[X]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
-[X]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
-[X]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
Reasoning:
I want to foster valuable connections and friendships early, as well as avoid causing unnecessary grudges, and spending time with the rest of Alexander's guard will hell with that.
Learning how to ride a horse early on will save us tine we could use later on, and it'll foster approval from our father and Alexander due to immediately starting our training.
Finally, this is something I'd be willing to change, but spending time with out brother is just some wholesome fun I'd love to see.
Orion Ultor
Everything’s Got A Price.
- Location
- East Coast
- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X] Plan: Για να είσαι καλύτερος άνθρωπος από τον πατέρα σου, να είσαι απλός άνθρωπος
- [X] The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
- [X] The City of Walls and Secrets: You do not believe you are worthy of anything. But it seems that some would view you as nothing more than… something else.
- [X] The Slaves of a Kingdom: Your Father came to you, and told you to walk with him. He had things to show you.
*To be a better person than your father, be a simple kind of man
- [X] The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
- [X] The City of Walls and Secrets: You do not believe you are worthy of anything. But it seems that some would view you as nothing more than… something else.
- [X] The Slaves of a Kingdom: Your Father came to you, and told you to walk with him. He had things to show you.
*To be a better person than your father, be a simple kind of man
- Location
- USA
So a basic rule I think we might want to follow is "Alexander always gets an action unless we have good reason otherwise". He's more important than anyone else so he deserves it.
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
- Location
- United States
[ ] Companion cav
-[ ]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
-[ ]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
-[ ]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
changing my vote because duke William of had the same idea leaving my old idea up so people don't get confused
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
-[ ]The Other Heteroi: Alexander has brought you to the training yard, and has introduced you to the other Heteroi. His other companions.
-[ ]Born on the Saddle: You are going to learn how to ride a Horse.
-[ ]Brothers: Alexander came to your room to talk to you. About what, you do not know.
changing my vote because duke William of had the same idea leaving my old idea up so people don't get confused
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
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Duke William of
I really need to finish my quests. :V
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By the way, @Magoose, @Orion Ultor made an omake.
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Hetairoi (No SV, You are a Companion of Alexander the Great) Action
I have something for the Compassionate Vote, but since the vote's not done, here's a generic parable instead:
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Magoose
SV's Questing Fanatic
- Location
- California USA
- Pronouns
- He
Oh...By the way, @Magoose, @Orion Ultor made an omake.
Hetairoi (No SV, You are a Companion of Alexander the Great) Action
I have something for the Compassionate Vote, but since the vote's not done, here's a generic parable instead:
@Orion Ultor Here are the rewards for that omake!:
[]The Fury of a Good Man (Unknown Effect)
[]There Are Others Like you that May be met (Unknown Effect)
[]Kindness is not a Sin... its a virtue (Unknown effect)
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
"Alexander's own"
"Alexander's"
"spoke"?
[X] Alexander's Hetaroi
Orion Ultor
Everything’s Got A Price.
- Location
- East Coast
- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X]Kindness is not a Sin... its a virtue (Unknown effect)