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[Shadow-Savant]

-=Steelborn Saga RP=-

Post 1: Basic Information
Post 2: Races
Post 3: Classes
Post 4: Typical Equipment
Post 5: Pantheon
Post 6: Magical Ability (high or low, known magics, etc.)
Post 7: Backstory
Post 8: Extended Backstory (as I tend to become verbose)
Post 9: Starting Areas
Post 10: World Exploration (accessible locations that can't be started in)
Post 11: Updates
Post 12: Reserved (for whatever needs more room)
Post 13: Reserved (for whatever needs more room)
Post 14: Reserved (for whatever needs more room)  

[Shadow-Savant]

-=Races=-

The races are identical to the RPG races with the exception of statistics. Height, weight, age range, these stay the same while specific measurements like speed and carrying capacity aren't quite as important.


Humanoid:
Aldonak:
The Aldonak are the one sect of Constellan derivatives who have maintained their original form throughout the millenia. In plain english, these are your normal humans. Aldonak citizens with laborer or military jobs would have higher strength and agility than normal but often lack the income to be more than someone else's employee. Most owners of Steelborn are in the science department and make large incomes. (thus they follow the normal stats)

Physical Stats:
Strength: Average - Above Average
Intelligence: Average - High
Agility: Average - High

Descriptive Stats:
Height: Males ~ 5'8 - 6'6 Females ~ 5'0 - 5'10 on average
Weight: Males ~ 2,600 - 3,600 Females ~ 1,900 - 3,000 GUI on average
Age: 110 on average


Science
Aldonak scientists are reclusive geniuses for the most part. Espionage being such a common game among the races that an outgoing scientist often loses his data. Aldonak scientists are able to see longer projects through to completion so unlike their Ayongi brethren they more often finish larger pieces of equipment or upgrades. A good team is comprised of Ayongi creativity with Aldonak perserverance.

Ayongi:
The Ayongi are a tall race of humanoids with large bulbous heads and long thin fingers which work extremely well with detailed work. Their bones are fragile and their muscles are less developed than their ancestors' so they aren't as strong or agile. Most Ayongi utilize robotic enhancements to improve their physical abilities.

Physical Stats:
Strength: Low - Below Average
Intelligence: High - Genius
Agility: Below Average

Descriptive Stats:
Height: Males ~ 7'0 - 8'6 Females ~ 6'8 - 7'8 on average
Weight: Males ~ 2,000 - 2,800 Females ~ 1,600 - 2,200 GUI on average
Age: 190 on average


Science
Ayongi scientists are innovative but flighty and often create many small accessories rather than anything truly amazing. While they have a dedication to knowledge their ability to focus on creation is difficult to maintain because of the large amount of new ideas cropping up in their brain.

Alien:
Arfoci:
The Arfoci were once humanoid like the Aldonak and Ayongi but mutated over the past couple millenium to resemble stout gray-skinned humanoids with chitinous plating. Arfoci have developed some aspects of insects such as increased strength and a tough exoskeleton while retaining their human intelligence. The drawback is a nearly total lack of civilized manners and frequent bouts of violence or emotional surges. While the skin of the Arfoci is always gray their exoskeletons can come from a wide variety of colors and patterns. Nearly all Arfoci speak with a dry whispering voice.

Physical Stats:
Strength: Above Average - Extreme
Intelligence: Average - High
Agility: Average - High

Descriptive Stats:
Height: Males ~ 6'2 - 6'10 Females ~ 5'8 - 6'6 on average
Weight: Males ~ 4,000 - 5,500 Females ~ 3,500 - 4,400 GUI on average
Age: 300 on average (not accounting for death in battle which happens frequently)


Science
Arfoci scientists are almost single-minded in their focus on bigger guns and thicker armor. This is not just because they desire destruction, as nearly half of their Steelborn are government owned and operated, and used purely for protecting the cities from natural invaders. Arfoci, being as driven toward one goal as they are, do not often develop more adaptable AI or interesting accessories. Scientists on Odiwal are more concerned with survival and power.

Steelborn:
All Steelborn are made to resemble humans at this time since it allows parts to be salvaged after battle and refitted for personal use. Having a dozen different styles would make parts compatibility a difficult achievement.

Aldonak:
Aldonak research focuses primarily on the AI (Artificial Intelligence) aspect of the design. The Steelborn created by this race are more prone to alter strategy to fit the situation and tend to learn faster. Physically the Aldonak Steelborn are of average human proportion and equally suited to battle or espionage.

Ayongi:
Ayongi research focuses on alterations and addons. It is primarily due to the efforts of Ayongi research that Steelborn are able to so perfectly resemble humans through nanotechnology and synthetic materials. The Ayongi Steelborn are often slight of build and have greater access to accessories and modifications that are of benefit to less violent missions. (stealth, recon, espionage)

Arfoci:
Arfoci research is primarily based on war. The weapons produced by the Arfoci are often the strongest, heaviest, and most damaging. However, due to this single-minded approach to battle, most Arfoci Steelborn are large and heavy units created to bear their weapons. Arfoci Steelborn are not very good at non-violent missions as their AI does not adapt well and their bodies are easily identifiable. However, if you want to deal some serious damage, there is no better chassis than a heavy Arfoci model.