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 Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:54 pm
Society: Subjects of Prudence are segregated into sosloviyes, or social estates (classes) such as nobility (dvoryanstvo), clergy, merchants, cossacks and peasants. A mass of the people belong to the peasant order, the others are: nobility, clergy, the burghers and merchants, and military. More than half of Prudence’s population consists of peasants and the lower class. A part of them are formerly serfs – the remainder being " state peasants " and " domain peasants ".
Life in Prudence is strictly controlled and regulated by the courts through a vast intelligence network. They hold to their many beliefs and customs with an iron fist and their people are generally very duty-bound, devoting themselves to wholesome lives and customs and rising to meet any expectations which their social classes grant. Marriages are more than often arranged for political or social gain, and very little emphasis is placed on any form of emotional companionship in life. Public displays of affection are considered uncouth, affairs are illegal and even punishable by the law, and having relationships with a person before marriage can completely tarnish one’s reputation and social standing.
Daily Life for Non-nobles: The growth of the Pruden middle class has generated dramatic changes in Prudence’s lifestyles and social customs. Travel abroad has become popular, and consumption, particularly of imported luxury goods, has increased. Many wealthy individuals have purchased private land and have built second homes, often of two or three stories. They remain devoted to finding joy in hard work, and festivals of any sort are few and far between.
The same is true for the lower class, who are often either farmers, fisherman, or servants. They work tirelessly their entire lives, finding solace in the fruits of their labor and little else. Festivals are not as common-place as they are in other kingdoms, but the few they have are considered vastly important and are generally the occasions for which work is set aside.
Noted for: Harsh winters, Smoked Fish, Dance, Rigid Social Customs, vodka.
Terrain: Broad plain with low hills west of Urals; vast coniferous forest and tundra in Pavlovsk; uplands and mountains along southern border regions.
Largest country in the world in terms of area but unfavorably located in relation to major sea lanes of the world; despite its size, much of the country lacks proper soils and climates (either too cold or too dry) for agriculture; Mount El'brus is the world’s tallest peak.
Its capitol city is Drezna.
Military: Consists of mostly foot soldiers and archers. Includes people from more varied social backgrounds, including townsmen and peasants. Instead of the old term druzina (military detachment), troops tend to be called merely 'riders', peshtsi or foot soldiers, or simply vois - 'warriors' - while the supporting mounted archers are called streltsi.
~The King And Queen of Prudence~
King Erik Bascov & Queen Fedora Bascov
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Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:55 pm
Nikolai Bascov - Heir - Reserved
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Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:57 pm
GREGOIR BASCOV ◄ ◄ ◄ Manozz55xxxxxxxxxxxx   xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ɍ | u | ɗ | ɨ | ɱ | e | n | ȶ | s ]... N a m e : Gregoir BascovS p e c i e s : Elf G e n d e r : MaleA g e : 17 H e i g h t : six foot W e i g h t : One-hundred (looks to be one-hundred and fifty.) E y e s : Hazel S k i n T o n e : Dark S e x : Straight B u i l d : Average build O t h e r N o t a b l e F e a t u r e s : None at the current time xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ρ | σ | s | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n ]... K i n g d o m : Prudence C l a s s : Prince O c c u p a t i o n : Skirt Chasing Lech; professional alcoholic A l l i e s : Jasper E n e m i e s : Those who oppose Alcohol xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | H | ɨ | s | ȶ | σ | r | ӌ ]... H i s t o r y : Gregoir growing up was not so normal. In fact he was far from being like the rest of his sibilings. He wasn't always like this but the way his parents drooled over Demetri made him grow distant. And at age ten he discovered an old ale storage his father had. His curiosity lead him to drink some, and then more, and then even more. And by the time that he was finished he had nearly drunk himself to death. The doctors said it was a miracle that he even lived.
After that incident his father had the ale storage sealed off and there was no way to gain access. But Gregoir wanted more of, what he called, the miracle drink. So he began sneaking out of the castle and going to local taverns to drink. The barkeeps questioned him but he shoved the royalty card in their face and was no longer denied drink. He would often stumble home bruised from falling so much. Many called him a disgrace and an embarresment to the crown. His own parents bought into the public and deemed that he was adopted out of the goodness of their heart. A few knew the truth but they were silenced.
Then at age fifteen Gregoir had his first encounter with a barmaid. She noticed his wealth and attached to him in an instant. He'd been curious about the female sex for a while now and saw this as an opportune moment. Granted his parents would have her killed if he brought her back to the castle for a night of fun. So he took her to a local inn and they had their fun there. But by morning the woman was left heartbroken to see that she was the only one laying in the bed. She was not the only victim of this act. Countless women fell before Gregoir. Blinded by his wealth and noticeable power of authority. He thought of it as a game and soon tried to see how many he could court in a night before he had to go back to the castle.
A few months after his seventeenth birthday Gregoir was sent off to Veritas' estate. A long way away from home. There he met some interesting people and has broken the hearts of many maids who reside there. But he's yet to score with one of the royal members of the other kingdoms. But the ale is good and the women are abundant. He couldn't ask for much more than that. P e r s o n a l i t y : How to put this... Gregoir will do what it takes in hopes of "getting lucky" Whether that be a charming and seductive male. Or displaying some sort of power to make women cling to him. He's also a bit short tempered when he's not on the drink and often has awkward moments. But on the drink he's prone to sudden mood swings. He could be happy and bubbly and even tolerable. But the slightest thing as his drink not being filled could send him in a temper tantrum that makes him... not so tolerable. L i k e s : Chasing skirts, intaking heavy doses of alcohol, bunny rabbits. D i s l i k e s : Coffee absolutely despises it. xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | A | ɗ | ɗ | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n | s ]... P o w e r : Telekinetic ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : Gregoir has used his power enough to be able to move most obstacles out of his way. He can pick up objects from across the room and bring them over to him. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : He hasn't mastered organic movement. Thus meaning he can't move humans. And theres a certain weight limit to what he can pick up. With more training this weight limit increases. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y :
7 - trained, less problems with using the power
W e a p o n s : Elven Longsword 
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Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:58 pm
MILANI DEWINTERS ◄ ◄ ◄ Cavorted Transgressionsxxxxxxxxxxxx  xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ɍ | u | ɗ | ɨ | ɱ | e | n | ȶ | s ]...
N a m e : Milani Alina DeWinters
S p e c i e s : Elf
G e n d e r : Female
A g e : 18
H e i g h t : 5'2”
W e i g h t : 112 lbs
E y e s : Bluegreen
S k i n T o n e : Fair
Hair Color : Blue
S e x : Straight
B u i l d : Petite
O t h e r N o t a b l e F e a t u r e s :
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K i n g d o m : Prudence
C l a s s : Countess
O c c u p a t i o n : Future Queen of Prudence
A l l i e s : Cat Gavini, Erik and Fedora Bascov
E n e m i e s : Nikolai Bascov
xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | H | ɨ | s | ȶ | σ | r | ӌ ]...
H i s t o r y : Born on the family estate of Askvay, Prudence, Milani DeWinters was considered a promise to her family. She spent her childhood in tutelage in Esced Castle, where she became learned in three languages, scribe work, ancient runes arithmetic, history, tactics in war, Prudential law, and of course, the standards of a woman in their society. She was taught above all, the standard of which to carry herself, the expectations that would become one of her station.
Tutelage comprised the majority of her young life; the rigid structure of their society static. Because of this, Milani has yet to know anything of a lighter nature, and has been instructed to always be prepared... and that one mustn't rest on their laurels and fill the castle with gaiety. Too much is always at stake.
Being that she was born just a year after the long awaited twins of the Bascov crown, and was immediately thought to be a potential wife for Demetri. Possessing her mother's beauty, and her father's wit, Fedora and Erik thought the pair to be a good match, and the two were betrothed – Milani every thing that they could have asked for in a future queen. The pair got along, Demetri ever as dutiful as she, and it seemed that, while there would be no impassioned love in their marriage, the two could eventually grow fond of each other, and serve their kingdom well. They took walks, carried out the procedure of courting to the letter. Neither of them were truly enthused or dis-enthused by the other. Given their strict society, it was what Milani expected of a marriage.
During the wait for their impending marriage, Demetri was slain by the assassin's creed, leaving Milani with no actual claim to the throne, if the king and queen could marry off Nikolai before the time came when she reached 19. Still so fond of her, and with the confidence they had in the Countess... she was passed onto the younger twin – infamous in their kingdom for debauchery. Miffed, and unsettled that her parents would place her with such a roue, the young countess has held onto her ire, despising her new fiance more than anything in the world.
She was informed, that it was Nikolai's expressing that he felt sorry for her, because she'd been that close to assuming the throne, only to have it whisked away, and that has steeled her fury with the man she will soon belong to. Without a choice, Milani was sent to Veritas' castle to preserver her life from the creed, that so wants the empires of monarch y to fall, and rise again with new blood.
P e r s o n a l i t y : Milani, though outwardly cool, has a spit fire personality, is strong willed, and has a quick temper where her fiance is concerned. She's quick witted, has a sharp tongue, but tries very desperately to fit into the mold expected of her. Being that her father is from Envy, it occasionally seeps into her demeanor.
L i k e s : Fresh berries, ballet, studying Latin, and getting back at Nikolai
D i s l i k e s : Nikolai, the prospect of getting married to the lesser of the Bascov twins, red meat.
xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | A | ɗ | ɗ | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n | s ]...
P o w e r : Postcognition is the psychic ability to visually perceive information about past events after they happen, without any guessing based on deductive reasoning and current knowledge. This ability occurs as a brief flash of the scene, or it may last longer. Most often, Milani catches memories of those around her – if someone is thinking too much of it, or if two people that share a memory are in the same vicinity of her. When in times of stress, Milani tends to pick up more negative histories than positive ones. And when calm, picks up with more clarity, either positive or negative.
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : This power can provide Milani with information she might not have acquired. If someone lies and the power activates, she can see the truth of the matter. Milani does not have to touch someone to acquire a memory, but a physical contact strengthens the likeliness that she'll get one.
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : Initially, this power is uncontrollable; she'll pick up an item, and get a flash of a memory... she can't choose when they happen. And more often than not, it's up to her to determine the significance of it. The power itself often leaves her confused.
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y : 2
P o w e r : Telekinetic Shielding – like many from Prudence, Milani possesses one aspect of telekinesis – shields. She is able to form a barrier between her and an attacker with her mind, protecting herself from harm. On the flip side of this, Milani can trap someone in a shield
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : This is a way of protection for the countess, and she can harness a shield about herself without a second thought. It will stop an attack from being able to reach her in order to deliver a fatal blow. The power is reflexive – so if she feels threatened subconsciously, her mind will create a shield without her bidding it to.
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : If a barrier is broken while she's holding it, the effect of it can cause her to pass out, and have a headache. Also, she cannot form another immediately after one breaks, as it shatters her focus. The amount of time she can hold a barrier depends on a number of things, such as stress, how hard the person is attempting to get through, and how much rest she's gotten. Also, telekinetic shielding is all she'll ever have with this power.
]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y : 4
W e a p o n s : None.
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Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:59 pm
Antonius Kreslin ◄ ◄ ◄ Halentynexxxxxxxxxxxx  xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ɍ | u | ɗ | ɨ | ɱ | e | n | ȶ | s ]... N a m e : Antonius KreslinS p e c i e s : HumanG e n d e r : Male A g e : 28 H e i g h t : 6'2" W e i g h t : 185 lbsE y e s : Light BrownH a i r C o l o r : Chestnut BrownS k i n T o n e : Light Tan S e x : Heterosexual B u i l d : Athletic O t h e r N o t a b l e F e a t u r e s : xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ρ | σ | s | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n ]... K i n g d o m : Prudence C l a s s : Knight O c c u p a t i o n : The Bascovs Bodyguard A l l i e s : E n e m i e s : xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | H | ɨ | s | ȶ | σ | r | ӌ ]... H i s t o r y : It is a tradition for the men in the Kreslin lineage to pursue a career in the Prudence military. They served as guardians and offered their lives for the kingdom they so loved. They rose through the ranks with each new generation and over the years, the name Kreslin became widely known among those who served in the King's Army… and those who fought against them. Their valiant efforts were duly noted and their loyalty was rewarded - in the form of a nice house in the capitol city of Drezna. They were on good terms with the royal family but it was Cornelius, Antonius' father, whom he most respected.
The man was molded… born to be a knight. He was deeply loyal, incredibly patriotic, and practically had the chivalric code tattooed onto his brain. His natural ability to fight caught the king's attention and despite having no noble blood, Cornelius was given a place in the knight's tournament to prove himself. If he made it to the final round, the king would knight him. He gratefully accepted the offer. He won round after round and as expected, he made it to the finals. The last duel had been close but it was the king's current prized warrior who won. The ceremony took place the following day and as promised, the king rewarded Cornelius with the title of nobility… of knighthood.
Because such events took place, Antonius was born into a noble family in the land of Prudence. He was their only son and as such, was expected to not only carry on the Kreslin tradition but also follow in his father's footsteps and become a knight of Prudence. Such a task was not at all easy for young Antonius because the boy wanted only to play. Fearing his rambunctious child would cause trouble in the castle, Cornelius decided it was best to personally train his son in their backyard. Like his father, Antonius possessed a natural ability to fight. He was skilled but his disposition was opposite of that expected from a knight.
He trained, more to please his father than because he wanted to… and because he knew he had no other choice. He was their only son and he was expected to take care of the family should his father perish in a battle. And if his father died and he had no means of providing for his family, their house would be taken away and the Kreslins would fall to the bottom of the social ladder. Unfortunately, the nightmare they all feared came true the year Antonius was expected to become a knight. Cornelius was killed in a battle when Antonius was twenty and although he wasn’t yet a knight, the chance of becoming one has not yet diminished. He traveled to the castle to prove his worthiness and he did not disappoint. Impressed by his exceptional combat skills and his surprisingly humble nature, the current king of Prudence dubbed him a knight.
Currently, his mother’s trying to marry her three daughters off to rich men so they could live comfortable lives. His youngest sister’s marriage was the reason why his arrival at Veritas’ palace was delayed. But now that the festivities are over, he’s able to focus on his current assignment – protecting the Bascov children and the future queen from harm. P e r s o n a l i t y : He’s conceited, borderline narcissistic, overly playful, and often rude. But he knows where his loyalty lies and underneath the arrogant façade is a valiant knight who’s deeply devoted to the protection of his kingdom. He's just too playful to show it. While he’s completely opposite from his father in nature, he won’t hesitate to shield the royal family with his own body if the need arises… even if that means turning his back on his family. He can be humble and chivalrous but it's hard to tell whether he's doing that for show or because it's a part of his personality. He tends to fake a lot of stuff to gain attention and a good reputation. Usually, he’s just a royal pain in the derriere with an ego too large to fit inside Veritas’ palace. L i k e s : Himself, his gorgeous flowing hair, his kingdom, his title, vodka, mead, showing off, tournaments... in order to show off, women beautiful women, flirting with said women, compliments, attention, and his family. D i s l i k e s : Blemishes and scars, anything that threatens his ego, losing, condescending criticism, anything that might damage his excellent physique, and his sister's husband. xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | A | ɗ | ɗ | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n | s ]... P o w e r : N/A]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : --]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : -- ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y : -- W e a p o n s : Rapier, dagger, and others.
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Posted: Tue May 17, 2011 4:43 pm
Bellona Dunn ◄ ◄ ◄ Purple_Devil123 xxxxxxxxx  xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ɍ | u | ɗ | ɨ | ɱ | e | n | ȶ | s ]... N a m e : Bellona Dunn (pronounced: Bell-On-A) but call her anything other than Belle and you may die S p e c i e s : Gifted Human G e n d e r : Female A g e : 23 H e i g h t : 5’7 W e i g h t : 125 E y e s : Dark Blue, her pupils are almost gone H a i r C o l o r : Light BlondeS k i n T o n e : Very tan S e x : Straight B u i l d : Thin, lean, archery machine O t h e r N o t a b l e F e a t u r e s : Scars, trademarks, etc. xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | Ρ | σ | s | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n ]... K i n g d o m : Prudence C l a s s : Archer O c c u p a t i o n : Body Guard A l l i e s : N/A E n e m i e s : N/A xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | H | ɨ | s | ȶ | σ | r | ӌ ]... H i s t o r y : Belle was born in the Kingdom of Prudence to a witch and a human man, thus making her a gifted human. To this day she has no idea why her mother named her Bellona, but she hates her name and goes by Belle. Only her family can call her Bellona without an arrow being shot past their head. Ahem, anyway, Belle’s life was ordinary, nothing super special. Her mother was a medicine woman for the royal family when they needed her, and her father was a fisherman. She grew up hanging around the sea and the castle, because her parents toted her around to their daily jobs on a daily basis. No one knew that Belle was a gifted human but they assumed that she would turn into something because her mother, after all, was a witch. So when Bella’s eyes began to change in a most peculiar way (her pupils almost disappearing completely) they knew that her true nature was coming to the fore front. Just what that future was no one knew exactly. Over time, it became evident that Belle had excellent vision and acute hearing. Her father began to train her in the art of fishing and hunting, and soon Belle became fond of the bow and arrow. It amusing to her family how much Belle liked her bow and arrow (and how well she could see) because as a teenager she often went out and shot at butterflies and insects for target practice.
At the age of twenty she was sent to the Prudence Kingdom, her archery being seen by a general of the army. He suggested that Belle become an archer for the Kingdom, to help protect and serve. She agreed, and her parents were thrilled. She was too, until the King and Queen decided to ship her off to Veritas’s Kingdom to keep an eye on the royal children.. P e r s o n a l i t y : Belle is pretty opinionated. She isn’t afraid to tell you whats what and she certainly is not the type to keep quiet. Admittedly Belle wouldn’t be the first person you would want to go to tell your troubles too (she would tell you to suck it up and deal, or go on about how something going on some where else is much worse), she can be compassionate, albeit be prepared for some goofy, off the walls comment at the end. L i k e s : Her bows, storms, guard duty, and men D i s l i k e s : People who think she cannot hit her mark, people who pick on her eyes, spiders and being cooped up in Veritas’s castle xxxxxx[ ȶ | ћ | e | A | ɗ | ɗ | ɨ | ȶ | ɨ | σ | n | s ]... P o w e r : heightened sense of sight ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : Belle is able to see for far distances. This gives her the ability to hit targets from far distances. The heightened sight also allows Belle to see her surroundings in greater details than other people. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : While focusing on objects and things far away, Belle cannot focus on things to her side and must readjust her eyes to do so. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y : 8 - well trained... probably 10+ years of rigorous training.
P o w e r : heightened sense of hearing ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r S t r e n g t h s : With her heightened sense of hearing Belle can hear more voices and sounds at once than the average person. This makes for excellent surveillance while on guard duty. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r W e a k n e s s e s : Because Belle can hear so many sounds at once, if she is in a crowded area or an area with a lot of activity, she is easily over come and depending on her focus can get anything from a small headache to a knock out migrane. ]xxxxxxxxxx P o w e r M a s t e r y : 7 - trained, less problems with using the power W e a p o n s : A Long bow named Orion (Pictured with character) and a short bow, Nuru
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