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Tenra Senki [OOC]
Topic Started: Oct 9 2012, 12:21 AM (1,341 Views)
Hiro_Tsukasa
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NICE DRIVE!
TENRA BANSHO IS OUT!!!!

This thread was inevitable. I know several of us have the pdf's now and what point is there to owning a game if you don't play it. I want to test it out, I'm sure I'm not the only one. Having digested the book I see some troubles for a play-by-post format.

First, the reactionary basis of combat means it'll move pretty slow and second the granting of Aiki Chits will have to be streamed into OOC comment notes or perhaps told to the GM to note in their next post back during a scene.

Point is, even if it's slow-going.. LET'S DO THIS!

Book suggests 4 people is the ideal number so that's what we should go with. I know Kaloo, Fin and Cap have the books. Assuming they all want to play that means room for one other person. I'm going to support what the translator requested so if another person wants to play (or multiple another's if the previous 3 don't want involved) I'll be happy to assist you in designing a character and going over the rules you need to know to play, but no book upload on this one. Probably leave it up to the core 3 who that 4th will be among those interested.

So here's the idea I had in mind. I want to play this too, but I know I'll have to be the one to kick it off. Since Tenra is suited to mostly one-shots, my idea is that we do this like a collection of snap-shot stories. I'll kick us off with a scenario and once we play through, someone else will take the GM seat and I'll be a player and they'll run a scenario.

We can create references between scenarios and have the world build as we go. Some scenarios could even be precursors to events in past ones or sequels that carry on the fallout from another. Sequel ones could even feature returning PC's that were relevant.

So this is the scenario I'm pitching, used a mix of my own elements, the example Timeline and stealing liberally from anime:

-The story will be set in 2712, which is far after the fall of Phantom Star and the destruction of Jinrai, during the reign of Empress Genshi Houshi for the Northern Court.

-Focus will begin in Hyakuji, the massive capital city of Ouga which is one of the regions in Ryurin-shu on Yashima, the central continent.

-The primary antagonist will be a Samurai named Koichi Genra. The former and well reputed leader of Ouga's 13 Court Guard. However, recently in a bold move Captain Genra has betrayed his loyalties to Ouga's regent Lady Toki and kidnapped her younger sister Suzune before vanishing into the countryside. He seems to hold the idea that the Priesthood is responsible for all war on Tenra and has been manipulating the world from the shadows.

-This created a wave of chaos since Suzune would replace her sister in the event of death and left unchecked the whole debacle could be bad for morale and image on both Ouga itself as well as for the Northern Court. Disturbed by this event, particularly in it happening so close to Genshikyo, Empress Genshi Houshi has begun ordering events into motion to stop Genra and reclaim Suzune Toki.

-The actual First Act will begin at the small village of Kaimu where the PC's will be arriving after hearing news regarding the activity of troops amassing in the area (along with numerous deaths by brigands along the roads) that suggests Genra's involvement. Genra's rebellion is beginning to stir!

As far as characters, most things would fly as long as you have an excuse to get them involved in this... I don't see Armour Riders meshing too well though. Feel free to either just use one of the pregens, mash archetypes, whatever you want to do. I'll put up a character sheet later on once we have the interested parties. If you know what you want to play go ahead and post that so we can all get the idea wheels turning.

Here's just some example ideas I had for the broad types to get characters involved which shouldn't be considered as all inclusive in any way:

-Samurai: Perhaps you served on Hyakuji's 13 Court Guard below Genra and know him well. How would his betrayal strike you? Would it be your personal duty to bring him to justice?

-Onmyoji: Respected for your skill at the "art" of war, a personal request from Lady Toki has arrived asking for your help in recovering her sister. You have spent the past few years consulting with the Regent of Ouga on tactics for various skirmishes and have met Suzune before as well. Can you rest knowing of the fate that has befallen her?

-Buddhist Monk: Supporting the people of Ouga has always been your goal and now the spirit of Hyakuji's citizens has swelled with despair at the loss of Lady Toki's beloved little sister. Can you right this wrong?

-Shinobi: Your clan has received a new contract: the death of Koichi Genra. A contract from the Northern Court is not to be taken lightly. The reputation of your Clan as well as your own future rests on your victory. Can you succeed?

-Oni: Living along the border to Ouga, you have had a peaceful but cautious life. However, recently a band of powerful troops marched on your village killing many of your kin and kidnapped even more. You can't be sure, but you believe they said the leader's name was Genra. With nowhere to go, will you seek to stop this madman? Face to face with slaughterer of your village, will you become the same and take revenge?

-Kongohki: You are an impossible killing machine crafted by the Northern Court. Echoes of a past you cannot recall tear at the back of your mind, but even so the next order has come in. Koichi Genra must be eliminated. And yet, is there something familiar about his actions? Is there a deeper truth in this new order waiting to be uncovered?

-Annelidst: Long have you made the small village of Kaimu your home. Though wary of the worms within your body, the Vassal Lord over the region (Zensoku) has welcomed you out of respect for your medical knowledge. In recent time, more and more deaths have been happening as brigands attack travelers along the main road. Something is gathering powerful men for an unknown purpose and Kaimu is slowly becoming a casualty in that equation. Will you protect your home?

-Agent: The Northern Court is in an uproar. With even Genshi Houshi troubled by the events in Ouga's capital, Genra's betrayal cannot be ignored. Rumors persist that the Regent of Hakusen Lord Jinbei has been spreading Anti-Priesthood sentiments and even likening himself as the second coming of the Dragon of Hakusen. With emotions high, a show of power by the Priesthood is more than needed. You've been dispatched to see to it that the situation is resolved as quick as possible and that Suzune be rescued.

Left off Kijin and Kugutsu, but realistically a lot of the above examples could easily be recycled for them as well.

Anyways, thoughts/ideas/want in/input/etc????

EDIT: For more info look here
Edited by Hiro_Tsukasa, Oct 12 2012, 04:02 PM.
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Super Hurricane
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The Middleman (stubborn, yet relaxed)
I think I may go with Buddhist Monk, even though I'm not sure what kind of abilities he would have.
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Fin
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One does not simply eat one packet of mee goreng
TOTALLY IN

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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Kaloo
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Look at his little dance
Yeah, okay.
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Dibs on Shinobi

Edit- DONE.

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Edited by Captain, Apr 8 2013, 02:13 PM.
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Erin
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Now, let's play together...under the clearest of blue skies.
It sounds interesting, but it sounds like there are enough other people who are more interested than I am. Plus I don't even have the PDF.

I guess I could be a backup player?
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-flails arms- I'd be in for future games
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Fin
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One does not simply eat one packet of mee goreng
WOOT
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Now, let's play together...under the clearest of blue skies.
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Edited by Erin, Jan 20 2013, 01:54 AM.
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Kaloo
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Look at his little dance
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Let's Go
Edited by Kaloo, Oct 13 2012, 12:44 AM.
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Hiro_Tsukasa
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NICE DRIVE!
IC is go, Fin's Zero Act is up first: http://hyakujihigh.net/topic/4958256/1/

Also when everyone gets the time, I'd like it if you could do more fleshed out backgrounds (like Erin's) and also character appearance (description and/or image).
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