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[This is an EXAMPLE Application]Character: Rajah
Pride/Pack: Cobhet’na Ha
Rank you want this character to have: Emperor
Why do you want that rank?: I want this rank because this is a currently new group, and we are in definite need of rulers before roleplay starts!
Why do you believe you apply to that rank?: I believe I apply to that rank because you always have to try something new! I wanted to try and become a ruler within a roleplay for once and see how I do. I've been in quite powerful positions in roleplay before, but starting out as one in a new roleplay?
How active are you?: Everyday
Roleplay Example: The sun shone through the smallest of gaps within the leaves. In a large patch a grass stood a large, sabertooth male. Blue markings donned his golden coat, markings of a high ranking elder. Before him stood a smaller male but equally intimidating. The other male is a traitor to his clan, to his own flesh and blood. Both barred teeth as they started to circle, their eyes glued to each other as they both looked as if they were about to attack.
Rajah finally made the move, launching himself towards the male, letting out a earth-shaking roar.
Character: Ujasiri. Pride/Pack: Kychet Net.
Rank you want this character to have: Champion.
Why do you want that rank?: I want this rank because this role hasn’t been filled yet, and because the pride and emperor needs guards to protect them and the followers.
Why do you believe you apply to that rank?: I believe I apply to this rank because I’m a protector at heart. It’s my calling to engage in battle and protect those under my wing, however, I often need to seek guidance from a higher power such as an emperor, and empress to know where I belong and in times of trouble or need.
How active are you?: I’m available anytime, unless an unanticipated emergency calls me away.
Roleplay Example: “She passed cruel judgement upon the shivering, scrawny exiles of Cobhet'na Ha whom dared to step foot upon rightful land of the Emperor, begging to return to a land they once called home after they were driven out, following an act of unforgivable deeds committed towards the pride. They were desperate enough to cross the border, ignoring the musky, threatening scent line that should’ve sent any sane creature running with their tail tucked between their legs. Whether courageous, or asinine, it was the most ill-advised possible course of action on their part.
Looking like little lambs before slaughter, Ujasiri recited a last prayer for them, and asked for forgiveness as she put them down as mercifully as she could.”
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Character: Bakari.Pride/Pack: Kychet Net.
Rank: Empress.
Why Do You Want This Rank?: I wish to apply for this rank because every prosperous pride must have a reliable leader at the helm, and leader positions are in need of being filled.
Why Do You Believe You Apply To This Rank?: As the Empress of a thriving pride of my own, there is nothing that I will not do to ensure the survival of Sabertooth kind, no matter what the cost may be, or the lives it may take in the process. There must always be bloodshed before peace can be made, for that is the fundamental truth of life.
Activity: I check in four to five times each day, but roleplay is unfortunately infrequent. However, I do plan to change my RP activity to at least once or twice a week if humanly possible.
Roleplay Example:
The atmosphere was still, the sense of unease lingering in the air marking the only warning of the danger lurking within the tall, dry brush as it stalked with slow confidence through it's territory. One soon became two, joined by three more as pale, tawny pelts blended in near perfectly with their surroundings, shielding them momentarily from the unsuspecting gaze of the bison they had tracked two miles out until they finally came upon the herd. They grazed peacefully; bulls, mothers and calves alike unaware that death was soon to come to one of them before the sun touched the horizon to finally lay the day to rest.
"Subira." Her voice, as soft as a whisper on the wind, but no less commanding than the low rumbling of distant thunder, caused the group to slow to a complete stop as all eyes fell expectantly upon the one crouched closest to the Empress. In a moment of hesitation, the one by the name of Subira lowered herself further to the ground as her ears flattened in a slight flinch, stirring murmurs from those around her that she simply knew were that of judgement and ridicule. "Subira," Bakari repeated calmly, but the sharp glare in her fierce dark amber eyes was more than enough to silence the others and make them turn their faces away in fear as the one she summoned to her side crawled forward with an apologetic grimace.
"I did not go out of my way to oversee your first hunt to see you make a fool out of yourself." Bakari muttered, the very tips of her claws digging into the crisp earth as her gaze remained focused solely on the herd before them. "As hunters, we are naturally tuned to seek out signs of weakness in our prey. Weaknesses give way to doubt, and doubt.. can be the cause of one's destruction. If you make yourself appear lesser, they will never consider you an equal, Subira. You will become nothing more than prey in their eyes."
Crestfallen, Subira's head fell with shame as she began to shift backwards in order to avoid receiving further reprimands in front of the others, but Bakari's sudden stern look in her direction froze her in place as she stared back with uncertainty. "I will not allow a cub of mine to be regarded with such deplorable lack of respect, nor allow you to believe for a moment longer that they are right to see you that way. Whether you believe it or not, you are going to show them that you are worthy to be an heir of the pride of Kychet Net, even if it means you have to bleed for it." She said in a low growl, forcing Subira forward towards the bison with a sharp nip to her shoulder. "So, that is why you are going to lead the hunt."
Mod
You now may apply the rank of "Empress" to your character "Bakari" when you create her character application!
Thank you! I will make sure to do everything in my power to be active, I promise.
Character: Subira.Pride/Pack: Kychet Net.
Rank: Prodigy.
Why Do You Want This Rank?: Every leader's hope lies in the next generation of future heirs, and so I see it as very important to ensure that the bloodlines continue on even in the hardest times of adversity.
Why Do You Believe You Apply To This Rank?: There is always something inside of us that strives to do our best even though those around us always tell us that we are not up to the task. To be a Prodigy means that all eyes are on me at all times, and even the strongest may eventually crumble under the pressure and constant judgement. It is my choice whether I can rise up above it to show the world that I am more than they ever thought I could be.
Activity: I check in four to five times each day, but roleplay is unfortunately infrequent. However, I do plan to change my RP activity to at least once or twice a week if humanly possible.
Roleplay Example:
'Lead the hunt..?' Those three words alone were enough to strike a sharp pang of dread through Subira's chest as she nearly cowed at the very thought of succeeding in such a dangerous task. To allow a young, inexperienced saber who has not yet even had the chance to accompany during their first hunt to take charge of the ambush was nearly unheard of, and heavily looked down upon by most due to the risk of wasteful injury or death raised exponentially.
The Turo were formidable beasts of pure muscle and strength, capable of goring or trampling even the strongest of sabers if they chose to underestimate the ruggedly powerful creatures. If Subira had been born to anyone else other than the Empress herself, she knew that her mother would dare not endanger her life to this severe degree.. but she was a Prodigy. The survivor. Her mother's last hope of an heir to her title from her line. She had to prove herself. She had no other choice.
Steeling whatever courage she had left within her faintly trembling body, Subira bitterly swallowed her quickly rising protest as she quickly glanced behind her to see that the others were, indeed, staring back at her with unblinking, almost predatory gaze. Waiting for her to make a mistake; a single slip. She could almost sense their cruel eagerness to watch her fail miserably in front of the Empress to ensure that she knew just how much of a miserable waste of an heir she truly was.
No, not this time. Never again. She would show them she was worthy. She would show them all.
Glaring back at them with all the spitefulness that she could muster before she allowed herself once again feel small and helpless underneath the intensity of their eyes, Subira gave her mother a final nod of affirmation as she began to slowly prowl forward. Each placement of her paw was made with careful precision, praying desperately to the ever-watching Wesi Net that the Turo would not hear the deafening beat of her heart as she neared further and further. Her pulse thrummed rhythmically in her ears as her breath seemed to still altogether, the taunt muscles of her legs tensing as she prepared to make her first pounce towards a young male yearling that had strayed a little too far from the rest of the herd in his picky attempt to find a better grazing patch.. and that is when she heard it.
They all did.
The snap of a branch breaking underfoot. Something that even an Apprentice was taught at an early age to always to avoid if possible during a hunt, and the odds of any one of them in their party were little to none. Unless..
There was no more time to think about the potential sabotage of the hunt. It only took a moment for the suspicious noise to register within the minds of the bison as the herd raised their heads in startled unison and began to flee, the yearling straggling behind with a fearful bellowing call. Subira could hear her mother's furious snarl and the scathing accusations directed at the one that she assumed was the one who had all but ruined the hunt, but the Prodigy had already left them in pursuit of her target. She wasn't going to let this chance slip through her claws. "Even if it means you have to bleed for it." Her mother's words echoed ominously in her mind, driving her forward at full sprint even as she felt herself begin to quickly tire.
The thundering of hooves striking heavily against the ground shook her body to her very core, but Subira remained intensely unswayed. Her senses were alive and tingling with an instinctual urge to catch the prey before her, tantalizingly close and just within paw's reach. This was going to be her chance at acceptance. They would have to respect her once she brought the great Turo to the pride and they heard how she lead the party to a successful hunt. The shining light to her future was right in front of her eyes.. she had been so close.
"Subira! SUBIRA, NO! " Her mother's scream, distant and faint, came far too late as Subira tore her eyes away from the young Turo just in time to see one of the larger bulls charging towards her, hidden within her blind-spot as it came up quickly from her right side with a wrathful grunt. There was no time to maneuver out of the way before Subira felt the full, bone-breaking force of the bull's armored skull against her shoulder as it sent her flying into the air in a ungraceful, spinning heap onto the ground. The choking clouds of dust from the impact disoriented her just as effectively as the excruciating pain shooting up her leg, the bone of her scapula having fractured and the radius of her leg having snapped completely under the massive pressure and momentum of the hit. She would have screeched in pure agony if she had only the breath in her lungs to do it.
This was it. Her time had come. She knew that the moment the dust cleared, the bull would come to finish what she had so carelessly begun. Subira could feel blood trickling from the puncture wound marring her side where one of the Turo's horns ripped through hide and flesh with ease. Wheezing for a single breath of air, Subira's dazed eyes locked with those of the Turo's as he snorted and huffed in aggravation just a few lengths away from where she laid, his hooves tearing the ground as he approached to make the final blow. "I.. I-I'm sorry.. Mother.." Subira choked, her voice weak and hoarse as she closed her eyes to accept her fate. 'They were right..'
However, what she heard in the end was not the bull's cry, but the Empress' terrifying roar of tormented outrage as she threw herself at the Turo, knocking him off-balance with the weight of her momentum as he crashed onto his side with a thump that rattled the earth. The bull had barely any time to let out one final low before the Empress sank her fangs into the neck of the great beast, stilling him just long enough for the others to join in for the kill as claws and teeth ripped and tore through the bison's heavy coat to the savory flesh beneath.
But none of that was of any more concern to the Empress as she pushed herself off from the Turo's bleeding corpse to crouch low beside her cub's broken and bleeding body with an expression twisted with grief. Even if she survived her injuries.. she would never be the same again, and they both knew that. Her mother's hopes shattered. Subira's life a ruined husk of what it once was.. and could have been.
The Crippled Heir.
I'm sorry if it's too long, I don't mean it to be. It just sort of.. gets out of hand sometimes since I didn't know how to end it smoothly if I were to try and cut it short.
I think Prodigy is the Emperor's and Emperess' child, right? Is this child recent?
Yes, a Prodigy is the offspring of the Emperor and Empress. In this particular example, this is approximately two years ago in the current timeline when Subira was two years of age, so she's four currently.
Oh oof, Rajah has to have a female as a mate, then. ;-;
I would think so, since he wouldn't be able to have any Prodigies of his own if he didn't. No Prodigies would mean no heirs from his bloodline.
Hm.. I 'm thinking that maybe the empress passed from a natural case or use of a surrogate?I might, considering that the owner said that Same-sex is considered equal..
I'll have to see what anyone passes up. I was hoping for a long, building relationship that leads to an official relationship.
I think that would be interesting, though you may have to ask Otter about it, just in case.
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Also, I read your previous messages and, with Lily's new suggestion of a "Courtesan" rank, it is now possible that the Emperor does not need an Empress in order to create a Prodigy.
I'm very happy to have this "grace period" while I'm waiting for the ranks to fill up, it allows me to seek out problems with the system and correct them.
Okay, now time to figure out which Rank I want to fill in the Dire Wolves portion.. I'm planning on making three Sabers and three Wolves to even thinks out properly since there's a limit of six.
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Oh, how wonderful.
Character: IkanPride/Pack: Kychet Net
Rank you want this character to have: Champion
Why do you want that rank?: I want my character, Ikan, to have this rank mainly because spots need to be filled, but to also have another character that could play a role within a changing, growing empire.
Why do you believe you apply to that rank?: I believe that I apply to this rank because I enjoy creating protective characters (Rajah is a great example) that could also play a part in fate. As of right now, there is no champions for this territory.
How active are you?: Everyday except for weekends (Depending if I'm up for it)
Roleplay Example:
The sun slowly set behind the trees, a lone saber cat stood close to the throne, which was currently empty as another champion was assigned to accompany the Empress. Her icy blue eyes examined the drawings on the wall. Slowly, she stood, prowling towards the markings on the wall, pressing her white-furred paws against the sandy floor. How could she not notice the strange creatures, crudely drawn on the wall? How did no one else see this? These strange creatures? Maybe it’s time to consider studying these walls.. If it didn’t get her killed.
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Character: Lakicia. Pride/Pack: Kychet Net.
Rank you want this character to have: Courtesan.
Why do you want that rank?: I want this rank because this role hasn’t been filled yet, and because I want to role-play as a concubine to the emperor and see how that plays out.
Why do you believe you apply to that rank?: I believe I apply to this rank because it would be something new to explore, and I like experimenting with things I haven’t done so yet.
How active are you?: I’m available anytime, unless an unanticipated emergency calls me away.
Roleplay Example: She curled herself into a quivering ball of fur, the winter chill biting her to the bone. She waited for her mother to come and fetch her, however, the sun had set and moon had come. The night brought the eerie howls of the dire wolves, and the menacing sounds of predators lurking in the dark. She wouldn’t make it to daybreak like this. The wind chimed, ruffling her fur and rustling the bushes. She cowered further into the shrub she cloistered herself into as the crickets chirped and the frogs croaked.
Shadows danced in the darkness, and she gaped at the largest one, ferocious and brooding. She bit back a petrified whimper as it came closer, a twig snapping under its weight. She didn’t dare to breathe in that moment as it stood perfectly still with glowing eyes that stared right back at her.
The moonlight then shone on the shadow, and she couldn’t help the bemused peep that slipped past her lips. It was a sabertooth, like she was, however, much more burly and intimidating than a cub like herself.
She shrank back, folding her ears in submission, “Have you come to kill me?”
“Who knows?” he shrugged, unhurriedly sauntering towards her.
“Surely you must,” she said ungraciously, “and I’m sure it’s not up to me,”
He purred amusedly, the noise like thousands of swarming and buzzing bees, “For only a cub, you’re quite brave. What’s your name?”
“Mother didn’t name me,” she explained, “I don’t know why,”
“She abandoned you.” he said matter-of-factly, “She didn’t want to name you so she wouldn’t become attached.”
“She’s coming back, I know she is! I don’t know what’s taking her so long, that’s all!”
He padded towards her, “She’s left you. Why won’t you accept that fact?”
“She’s all I have!” she burst out, forgetting that he was ten times her size, “If I lose her, you might as well kill me here and now!”
“And why would I kill such a promising young cub?” he murmured, “You have spunk, and you’re a little bit naive, however, that’ll change with nurture.”
Her beautiful baby blue eyes blinked up at him when he halted in front of her. She then felt his teeth gently lift her up by her scruff as her paws left the ground, “Where are you taking me?”
“You will become a useful asset to my pride,” he said through muffled fur, “Therefore, you shall be Lakicia, the favorite among our people.”
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Otter wrote: "@Lily you are APPROVED! You may now add the rank "Courtesan" to your character "Lakicia" whenever you create her character sheet!"thanks!
Character: NysykoPride/pack: Kychet net
Rank I want: prodigy
Why do I want prodigy?: Every empress and emperor need children. To become themselves, follow in their parent paws.
How do I apply?: I'm very good at rping important characters. I font give up under pressure.
How active am I?: nights on weekdays usually, and random times during the day on weekends.
Role-play Example: Nysyko slid out of her den into the morning air. The day was perfect, but something seemed wrong. Very wrong.
"Mommy? Dad?" The small cub called to her mother and father. Turning to look at her, the empress and emperor heaved a sigh.
, "What's wrong?" asked the curious cub Nysyko. She noticed something about the way they looked, disappointed maybe? The reply she got didn't reassure her, as you probably guessed they said "nothing" and strode off. Nysyko almost ran after them, but stopped herself from doing so. She felt like she had something to do. Something important. But,of course she ssh dnt know what it was. And that's how her day began.
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I have a courtesan character that is currently pregnant, if you would like to roleplay her with a bit more background? Courtesan's cubs are considered prodigies, if you didn't know. Up to you though! Just a suggestion!
Thanks! Let me think about that
No offense otter, but I really like Laura's empress for kychet net and i'd love to be Batari's daughter! If kura is ok with that
Well, currently Bakari's history entails that all but one of her cubs had been plagued by death, and Subira, her current only surviving cub, was fated to be permanently crippled. If Bakari were to have more than one cub survive, it would make her less obsessively protective of Subira and change her character from what I originally imagined her to be.However, if you are really set on being one of Bakari's, she'd have to be fairly young, and instead of being shunned by her bearers, she'd have to deal with her mother's constant coddling. Though I can imagine that the Emperor would remain the same and be rather indifferent.
Well, my cat could always be Otters daughter.
Of course. That would make her Subira's younger half-sibling.
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Shanesi is currently pregnant and id like to get someone to play the other cub before i begin the process of labor. Though, i dont want to hinder you from being able to roleplay so i may play as the other cub for a little while. Depends on if i get new members soon.
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Maybe otter, Nysyko could be a older cub from another litter
Mod
But my character is already 4 months...
Could my character be her adopted daughter? Maybe Nysyko's parents died?
Mod
Yes. What to start rping? In the ancient palace perhaps?
Character: TenebrisPride: Ky'chet Net
Rank I want: Champion
Role-play example: Tenebris lifted her head to the morning sky, the scent of crisp air calmed her. She padded on, hearing a heard of buffalo. Quickly, she dove for cover in a nearby bush, looking for a young or weak buffalo. Tenebris spotted an older buffalo, starting from the herd.
With one, quick move, Tenebris has it in her jaws. Running as fast she could with the big animal, made her way to the palace. She placed it at a caretakers paws, sending it to the empress. Tenebris watched as the caretaker shuffled of to the empress's quarters.
Crap, Why I want that rank: This group needs more cats, so why not a champion?
I apply: I love to role play. To keep me in a group, I need to have at least 2 important characters. I'm very active and will always respond.
How active?: Once a day, if not more.
Am I able to apply for a rank when I first start out or would that be weird?
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@Winter Solstice: That would not be weird! Most of my members on INSTINCT have created a Tier 1 very early on so, if you think you can hack it go ahead!
Character: Kamari.Pack: Kyt'al Nuk.
Rank you want this character to have: Beta Male.
Why do you want that rank?: There appears to be a need to make him, so just thought I'd lend a hand.
Why do you believe you apply to that rank?: I'd like to think that I'd be able to hack it well enough to be considered at least somewhat decent. I'm not much of a writer, but I have the will to try to improve.
How active are you?: Once, maybe twice a week. Depends on the activity itself.
Roleplay Example: The dry heat of the wispy desert breeze brushed against the young wolf's fur as he sat with peaceful stillness at the bank of the meager watering hole. As per his usual routine, his visits in the evening had become somewhat of a comfort to Kamari, gazing solemnly at the reflection of the pale moon on the water's surface; he would find no peace that night, however. Quietly sighing, he lifted his paw up to splash the chilly water and disturb the mirror-like pool, watching with a subtle air of frustration as his image became warped and unrecognizable within the agitated ripples.
"Who am I?" He growled almost accusingly under his breath, but just as quickly as his anger at himself had come, it faded into an empty feeling of despondency as he remembered the cruel legacy of his kin that he was expected to follow and support. For all the blood spilled and lives that had been lost, had any of it actually been for the good of their pack, or simply for the sake of blood-lust and revenge..? Something, anything, needed to change. Understanding that wasn't the difficult part, by any means.
It was gaining the courage to act upon that treacherous feeling that would likely be the turning point between his glimmer of hope, and certain death by the teeth of his own blood.
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That's my winter baby for youuu ;3
Ugh, please no. Back, you fiend.
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