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Lore - Races and RP
Topic Started: Dec 31 2009, 06:17 AM (223 Views)
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In the RP world of DBL, not all races are seen equally. Described below is how the majority of the Earth population will view the different races.

SAIYAN

Saiyans are typically seen as dangerous and destructive. While most people do fear them, they're not seen so much as evil. But while feared, their code of honor is trusted--if they say they will do something, they do it. If a saiyan should have his/her tail removed permanently (losing SSJ4), they would be feared less.

HALFBREED (HALF-SAIYAN)

Half-saiyans are trusted third among the races (next to androids and humans) due to their human blood, assuming they don't have a tail. If they have a tail, they are simply seen as a saiyan who is somewhat more trustworthy.

Half-Saiyans are, simply put, a mix between human and saiyan bloodlines. Most are an even split with one parent as saiyan and one human, or two half-saiyans. However, the term can be applied to any of mixed heritage who have the potential to unleash the power within the saiyan blood. It should be noted that half-saiyans appear to be able to develop their abilities faster, and peak higher than any of the pure-blooded races. The exact reason for this is unknown.

NAMEK

The fear of nameks stem from the disaster caused by icers and saiyans in the past. They are "different" and as such, they are viewed with distrust and confusion. But as they've done no wrong to the human species, it is possible for them to become trusted--though that takes effort and works on an individual level.

Nameks are a race native to the planet Namek. They have the potential to nearly rival saiyans, particularly early on in their training. The most notable features of the race are their two insect-like antenna exuding from their head, and their greenish skin.
While they were originally perceived as' demons', study into their race has yielded that they are, in fact, sentient plants. They do not need to consume food due to photosynthesis from the sun—they just need water. And given a couple minutes to concentrate, can regenerate lost limbs and body parts so long as their head remains intact.

ANDROID

Androids are creations of humans. Their capabilities differ based on their programming, with some programmed as to always obey and never harm humans. Regardless of their programming, as a whole, they are seen as second-class citizens, but are treated generally well. Exceptions to their general treatment occur on an individual basis.

ICER

Icers are seen as the most untrustworthy and the most feared race. In the past, they were the ones who caused humanity the most grief and suffering, and now the shoe is on the other foot. To trust an icer is seen as trusting someone who you know will betray you. Their motives are always seen as evil and self-serving. In the past, only a handful of icers have ever been regarded higher than the norm. And doing so took years of hard work and penance to achieve.

Icerians are native to the planet Furiza, also known as Iceria. What little study that has been done on their race has concluded that they are an advanced form of lizard. They are a cold-blooded race, literally, and prefer cold climates rather than warm ones. Tropical zones tend to be avoided at almost any cost by this race, unless something of dire importance lies there. Many are hostile by their nature, and many more are made hostile by the environment in which they grow up in at home. There have been some exceptions to this with Icerians that were raised on other worlds, but those are few.

BIO-ANDROIDS

Biomechanical androids are equated with icers, due to their mixing of racial DNA and the fact that they have this hard-coded desire to 'eat' people. They are never trusted, and never should one turn his/her back upon them. The scientific community, and portions of the militaries, wish their capture for study into potential regeneration for humankind. The majority of the population just wishes them shot, however.

KAIO

This race is seen as a myth and legend--stories that are intended to inspire. Visions of angels (kaios) are interpreted to herald great success and fortune.

Often seen as angels, these entities come from the plane referred to as heaven. Like the demons, they possess magical powers. But unlike the demons, they all appear quite human, or rather, elven—perhaps they are the source of the ancient stories of elves.
Again, like the demons, death of the mortal plane sends them back to heaven severely weakened. Only a death there will kill them. And likewise, they are stronger in heaven. Because of their mortality, some questions as to whether they are the offspring of a mortal and something truly immortal.

This is a restricted race and requires additional admin authorization to play.

DEMON

This race is seen as a myth and legend--stories that are intended to cause fear. Visions of demons are interpreted to mean great disaster is on the horizon.

These are creatures from the fiery pits of Hell. They do possess powers that are, for all intents, magical in nature. Some appear human, others not even remotely humanoid. But all have the ability to magically disguise their appearance. While they are immune to the passage of time, they are not immortal. Killing a demon on the mortal plane will send them to their home plane, from which it will take them some time to recover. Death in their home plane will kill them. Unfortunately, in their home realm, they are even stronger.
Because of their mortality, some question as to whether they are the offspring of a mortal and something truly immortal.

This is a restricted race and requires additional admin authorization to play.

HUMAN

99.9% of the world's population is human. As such, in the areas dominated by the KDF, they are in control. They are the only ones who can rise to the top levels of any government position, be it political, military, or other. They are seen as first-class citizens and are implicitly trusted by their kin, until given reason not to do so.

Humans are native to the planet known as Earth. They are known for their skill at working with technology and their cunning, unpredictable nature. It is said that the more they are pushed down, the harder they will push back. And every race has learned that is very true. But humans also have an inherent flaw. They are naturally the weakest of the known races, with many never seeing a power level above five.

RESTRICTIONS

Kaios and Demons must be disguised as humans while in public.
Kaios must be played as good-aligned.
Demons must be played as evil-aligned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Kaios and Demons must start out in their respective dimension (Heaven or Hell). Only those with a mission (be it short-term or long-term) are permitted to leave to the mortal realm. If you do not wish to start in Heaven or Hell in RP, you will need to include how and why (for metagaming reasons, you do not need to go into all the details) you were sent from your dimension. Please note that known 'troublemakers' will not be permitted in the mortal realm. Both the demons and kaios wish to maintain a low profile there.
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