The "Rise Of Marvels" RPG, Year One: Sign-Up/OOC Thread

[Sieben]

Someone should try Earthquake or Abomination. I'd be well happy

 

[Gallagher]

Black Swan!

 

[ScarletVenom25]

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application

Screenname: ScarletVenom25

Character You Would Like To Play: Norrin Radd, aka The Silver Surfer

Powers: The Surfer is endowed with The Power Cosmic, which allows him to do many amazing things, like creating energy blasts, pass through solid walls, and being able to breathe in space. Radd's body is also composed of a silvery substance. This substance also makes up his surfboard, which allows him to fly.

Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): Born on the planet of Zenn-La, Norrin Radd was cursed to a life of servitude. Chosen by the high council of the planet, Radd was to become the new herald of the planet's dictator, Galactus. Galactus is an intergalactic being of great size and power, and feeds on planets to keep his strength up. The only reason he hasn't destroyed Zenn-La is because they have supplied him with great heralds.

Once he came of age, Radd began his tenure as Galactus's herald. Given the Power Cosmic, Norrin mutated into the being now called the Silver Surfer. His first assignment was prepare the planet Earth for destruction. He is to become friendly with its people, gaining the trust of its leaders. But Radd has seen the great warriors that the planet has produced, and hopes that when Galactus finally comes, the beings can defeat him and set him free from his deal. But more lays at stake-if Norrin let's the planet know of Galactus's future arrival, Zenn-La will be destroyed.

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin):Post-Mutant

Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:

1. He's one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe

2. He is truly one of a kind-playing him would be a welcome challenge

3. I've enjoyed the character, and I want to bring a fresh take to light.

What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): His story is the opposite of 616-he hates his job as Galactus's herald and hopes that the other heroes can help him overthrow his hold on Zenn-La

Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): A well-liked character that could use a rehaul. As well as Galactus somewhere down the line.

What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Microsoft Sans Serif, Bold, Grey

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

Racing through space, the Silver Surfer finally sees his destination come into sight. The planet Earth, a planet made up of both land and sea, filled with these "humans" Galactus told him about. He saw a small moon in the distance, and changes the direction of his board so he can land on it.

The moon is full of craters, and dusty as well. The Surfer notices that none of these humans inhabit this moon, which means that their technology is much more ancient then he thought. Getting back on his board, he searches the large rock for any species. None are to be found, but the Surfer then notices a group of beings. They are white with dome helmets.

"Greetings, my fellow space travelers!" he calls out. He rides over to where they are standing. He sees that the helmets and white suits are just a primitive exoskeleton. Inside are what seem to be the humans he's been searching for. "I am Norrin Radd, but you may call me The Silver Surfer. I have been searching for the planet Earth. Would this be it?"

The humans, awestruck, barely manage to answer. "Y-yes. b-b-but why are-"

"Thank you for your clarification. I hope we see each other again," And with that, the Surfer speeds off towards the planet himself. From what he could tell, they seem like a simple species. They don't deserve what will happen to them, he thinks. I wish I could let them know...



Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?: Yes

 

[Saved]

I'm not a mod here, but I really think characters picked up should have at least 1 big variation from any previous incarnation. Otherwise, this RPG won't really be different.

That being said, I am glad to see this thing is flurishing.

And JB joining up? Nice to see you made the right choice.

Electro UK, try Taskmaster. He's a really interesting character and I'm sure you could think up an interesting way to play him.

 

[Gallagher]

Syn, your avvy goes incredibly well with Free Bird from about 7 mins 35 secs into it...

Just had to say something t:

 

[Electro UK]

I've got a few of this apperances, and there have been a lot of great moments with him in Marvel RPG. Let me Wiki him and see.

 

[Saved]

Syn, your avvy goes incredibly well with Free Bird from about 7 mins 35 secs into it...

Just had to say something t:

My avatar goes well with anything.

I've got a few of this apperances, and there have been a lot of great moments with him in Marvel RPG. Let me Wiki him and see.

Yay! Mercs! x 10000

Yeah, incase no one gets this by now, I really love mercenaries...

 

[ScarletVenom25]

My avatar goes well with anything.

Hey Syn, since it was brought up, did you see my post in the DBZRPG app?

 

[Saved]

Hey Syn, since it was brought up, did you see my post in the DBZRPG app?

Nope. Not since I last looked.

 

[ScarletVenom25]

Nope. Not since I last looked.

Well, give it a look then.

On topic, if you haven't noticed, my SS app is up. Hopefully the third time's the charm (before you ask, I was working on a Spidey app, but I lost power for a second and lost the entire app.).

 

[Eddie Brock]

Goddamn, a lot of applications need approval. Give me some time to get settled, and I'll get to work on that, gents.

 

[Batman]

RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application
Screenname: Nowufacedoom

Character You Would Like To Play: Wade Winfred Wilson

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

"The Dickinson Phillips Institution for the Mentally Unwell is the perfect summer retreat, a pool, a golf course, acres upon acres of green woods surrounding the main complex. The interior looks like what it is, a hospital, white wash walls, white floors, white overalls, the whole shebang. The food is good, the staff are sweet and the tenants are just delightful.”

"You’re being sarcastic?" Asked a young woman, wearing a lab coat and her hair in a bun, her glassed low on her nose. Wade Wilson’s eyes narrowed, his body wrapped in a straight jacket. The room around him suffocatingly small.

"How’d you guess?" He growled menacingly.

Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?:

Yuppo!

Approved.

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application
Screenname: Lord Doom
Character You Would Like To Play: Daniel Rand: The Immortal Iron Fist
What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): I'm going to make him a teen, sort of like Peter. He's a young man who has almost lost it all and has been betrayed by his father, but he still carries a mask of a care-free and trustful young man who wants to do good in the world. I'm going to do a lot conserning the Asian myth and folklore when it comes to IF.
Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): I can bring experienced and friendly role-playing. Also, I can bring a badass character with an interesting story.
What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Italicized Trebuchet MS, light green.
Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

<Translated from Mandarin Chinese>

Liu Wong leaped at Daniel with a flying kick that was easily dodged.

<"Very good, Liu! But you need to work more on trajectory. You must study harder. Remember: 'One must master the mind before he can master himself.">

The young man, sweat dripping down his forehead, bowed. Liu was amazed to see that, even after hours of physical training, Daniel hadn't seem to have broken a sweat. Then he noticed Chang Vong sneaking up from behind. Daniel whirled around, grabbed Vong by the shoulder and bicep, and flung him to the ground.
Daniel chuckled.

<"Your spirit is admirable, Chang, but your body makes too much noise. Remeber the story of the Feather and the Serpent? 'See how I make no sound, Serpent,' replied the Feather. The Serpent said nothing, but merely focused on the feather's movements. Then, in one quick stroke, the Serpent snatched the feather, and they were one.">

His students had much to learn.

Approved.

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application
Screenname: Matt Murdock

Character You Would Like To Play: Tony Stark

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

"I know everyone despises me. I mean, it'd be hard not to. "
The reporter standing in front of Tony Stark raised an eyebrow.

He understood she needed more of an explanation.

"Look at it this way." Said the Billionaire. "You've got at least a dozen international groups pushing for peace, serenity, and love. They have huge, huge, global followings. Then there's me. I sell guns, missiles, and bombs... really big bombs. When you pit those organizations against my meager, two-billion dollar, company, I'm bound to look like the bad guy. People see them and they see hope, people see me and they see machine guns."

"Well, Mr. Stark," Asked the reporter, "Considering your incredible power and influence, why not put yourself behind one of those organizations instead of behind the scope of a rifle?"

"It's very simple, actually." He said, adjusting his corsage, "There's money in death. There's a reason there are so many of those "Pray for Love and Hope" organizations out there. They can't survive on their own. Their power lies with their message and, once you take that away, they're nothing but houses of cards."

Stark tapped his wrist and a holographic watch wrapped itself around his wrist.

"If you'll excuse me," He said, sliding his sleeve back over the digital readout. "the ceremonies are starting soon."

"Any predictions?" The reporter asked, stretching herself out, to reach the man walking away.

"I like There Will Be Blood." Tony Stark said, as he followed the red carpet to the Oscars.

Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?: Yes.

Even though you have Iron Man in waaay too many RPG's oldrazz, Approved.

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application
Screenname: Catman_prb
Character You Would Like To Play: Wolverine (Logan Howlett)
Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:
It was twilight as Logan drove the bike down the empty highway, dust flying up behind him in the dusk. His satchel was slung over his shoulder, shades covering his eyes, MP3 player headphones in his ears. The world was rushing past, becoming a blur as the bike sped up.

Suddenly a sound interrupted the music. A whoomf-whoomf sound. He turned his head and saw it. A gleaming black helicopter, its blade moving slow quickly, time seemed to slow. Without any warning, a man leant out the side and revealed a machine gun. He opened fire, spattering the road in front of Logan with bullets, chunks flying up into the air. He leant down on the bike, urging it forwards.

A bullet slapped into the side of the bike, and then another as the assassin found his mark. Another bullet hit him the side and he went flying into the desert sand, landing on his neck with a sickening crack. The helicopter landed, and three men hopped out, running towards him.

-SNIKT-

Two were dead before they could react, his claws sticking through their stomach. The third man looked on in horror, then raised his rifle, taking aim.

"Go on bub. Make my day," Logan growled.
Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?:

Approved, you canuck bastard.

Screenname: Johnny Blaze

Character You Would Like To Play: Maxwell Dillon, Electro

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

"Max, you sure you're all right", asked Bernie McManus, the lead designer of the Energy Generator device funded by OsCorp.

"I'm fine", stated Max as he placed his toolbox on the cold tile floor. Truth be told he wasn't fine. He had recently lost his wife and son, and the pain of that was more than he could take. So Max became friends with the bottle, and a man named Sal. For the right price, Sal could get any kind of drug you wanted. Any kind.
Though Max stayed mainly with pills and coke, anything to help kill the pain he felt inside, and to take his mind away from all the bull**** life was giving him now.

Max sighed as he took off the side panel of the device.

Where did it all go wrong, he thought to himself?

He had a good job, a loving family...everything was perfect for him. Then came Norman Osborn with the deal of a lifetime. Finally Max would have the money to give his wife and son the life they deserved. The life he never had. But it had all spiraled down since that day he signed the contract agreement. Now Max was alone, not counting his friends Jack and Jose, and all he had left to him was his work. Before meeting Laura, Max would spend hours upon hours messing around with wiring and electrical equipment. It was relaxing to him. It eased his mind.

But now it just seemed like a chore to him. And that change in attitude showed in his work as the quality began to slip. Max knew he was walking a dangerous line. Osborn wanted perfection, and the slightest slip-up could land Max into unemployment and deeper into depression.
As Max pulled out a pair of wire cutters and began to carefully strip the plastic coating from the wires, he thought of what he decided earlier this morning. This project would be his last with OsCorp. He would walk into Norman's office tomorrow and throw in his resignation. He would go and start a new company, smaller than the first one. And he would do everything he could to win Laura back, and to see his son, Jay, again.

Max smiled as the image of his boy entered his mind. It was a pleasant distraction, but a distraction none-the-less. And Max cut too deep into the wiring, slicing into the wire itself. A surge of energy rushed into Max's body. His every nerve felt like it was on fire. Max tried to scream, but nothing came out...

Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?: Yes

Definitely approved.

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application
Screenname: Sieben
Character You Would Like To Play: Sabretooth
Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:
[Extract from my first RP]

...He crept further back into the tent, but he could still see the monster striding towards him. The tent ripped away like paper in the breeze and Zach found himself staring up into the beasts gleaming eyes, noticing the blood that stained its teeth and claws. “A-are you a Sasquatch?”, the boy trembled through thick streams of tears. The beast just grinned and shook his head. It crouched low and moved it’s face close to the boys ear. Zach couldn’t move or breathe. He could smell the rancid breath of the monster upon his face and neck.“I’m worse. They called me Sabretooth”, it whispered in a coarse snarl.

From behind his father appeared, bleeding and limping he fearlessly threw himself at the monster but Sabretooth grasped him and pounded him into the ground, holding him there he raised his free arm high in the air and disembowelled the man in one cruel swipe. He turned to the boy and grinned again. “Run!” he barked, cutting into an amused laugh as the boy struggled to his feet and sprinted off to the tree-line...
Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?:

Approved.

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application

Screenname: ScarletVenom25

Character You Would Like To Play: Norrin Radd, aka The Silver Surfer

Powers: The Surfer is endowed with The Power Cosmic, which allows him to do many amazing things, like creating energy blasts, pass through solid walls, and being able to breathe in space. Radd's body is also composed of a silvery substance. This substance also makes up his surfboard, which allows him to fly.

Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): Born on the planet of Zenn-La, Norrin Radd was cursed to a life of servitude. Chosen by the high council of the planet, Radd was to become the new herald of the planet's dictator, Galactus. Galactus is an intergalactic being of great size and power, and feeds on planets to keep his strength up. The only reason he hasn't destroyed Zenn-La is because they have supplied him with great heralds.

Once he came of age, Radd began his tenure as Galactus's herald. Given the Power Cosmic, Norrin mutated into the being now called the Silver Surfer. His first assignment was prepare the planet Earth for destruction. He is to become friendly with its people, gaining the trust of its leaders. But Radd has seen the great warriors that the planet has produced, and hopes that when Galactus finally comes, the beings can defeat him and set him free from his deal. But more lays at stake-if Norrin let's the planet know of Galactus's future arrival, Zenn-La will be destroyed.

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin):Post-Mutant

Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:

1. He's one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe

2. He is truly one of a kind-playing him would be a welcome challenge

3. I've enjoyed the character, and I want to bring a fresh take to light.

What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): His story is the opposite of 616-he hates his job as Galactus's herald and hopes that the other heroes can help him overthrow his hold on Zenn-La

Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): A well-liked character that could use a rehaul. As well as Galactus somewhere down the line.

What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Microsoft Sans Serif, Bold, Grey

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:

Racing through space, the Silver Surfer finally sees his destination come into sight. The planet Earth, a planet made up of both land and sea, filled with these "humans" Galactus told him about. He saw a small moon in the distance, and changes the direction of his board so he can land on it.

The moon is full of craters, and dusty as well. The Surfer notices that none of these humans inhabit this moon, which means that their technology is much more ancient then he thought. Getting back on his board, he searches the large rock for any species. None are to be found, but the Surfer then notices a group of beings. They are white with dome helmets.

"Greetings, my fellow space travelers!" he calls out. He rides over to where they are standing. He sees that the helmets and white suits are just a primitive exoskeleton. Inside are what seem to be the humans he's been searching for. "I am Norrin Radd, but you may call me The Silver Surfer. I have been searching for the planet Earth. Would this be it?"

The humans, awestruck, barely manage to answer. "Y-yes. b-b-but why are-"

"Thank you for your clarification. I hope we see each other again," And with that, the Surfer speeds off towards the planet himself. From what he could tell, they seem like a simple species. They don't deserve what will happen to them, he thinks. I wish I could let them know...

Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?: Yes

Approved.

And by the way, I'd like to apologize for what happened with the Deadpool app. I can admit I was at fault, as in my mind, Nufd was the first to come and the first to serve, by putting forth the effort to write an app first. However, that really wasn't the case, and you should've been accepted for Deadpool... in which case, I apologize. But now that you've chosen another character, Nufd can have him, and you can have Norrin, so I really hope you're not still mad about this. I don't want any bad blood boiling in the game.

 

[Electro UK]

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application

Screenname: Master Bruce UK

Character You Would Like To Play: Taskmaster (Real name unknown)

Powers: Taskmaster has "Photographic Reflexes". What this essentially means is he can duplicate the physical movements he observes other humans doing. For example, he can replicate Bullseye's perfect aim or Spider-man's reflex's, but is limited to human skills, so he couldn't "Flame on" after watching the Human Torch etc.

This also means he can predict an opponent's next move in most cases. Unpredictable foes such as Deadpool and Wolverine are more of a problem however.

As this RPG starts early in the heroes and villains career's, Taskmaster will not have mastered many of these abilities, but over time his skills will improve as he meets people face-to-face and on news reports etc.

Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): In the 616 universe, little is known of the man behind Taskmaster, such as his real name. I'd like to keep this up to a point in terms of not revealing these things, but diving into his origin a little more. To keep the mystery, I'll write in 1st person.

The boy who would be Taskmaster killed his Father at the age of 5. He played the most amazing game of baseball ever seen by someone of that age. He played one of the most amazing games of baseball ever to be seen on home camera. He played a game on-par with that of the professionals. Unfortunatley, that short game abruptly ended when a ball collided with his Dad's head, killing him instantly.

No one knew quite how he did it, but the amazing skill was overshadowed by the tragedy that followed. He never had anything to do with the sport again.

It wasn't until years later, when he almost beat the school bully to death, that he began to wonder if he was one of them, one of the mutants. He loved martial arts movies, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, he was fascinated by the synchronization, the elegance in violence. He would talk about them all the time at school, the one place where he was free from the despised gaze of his Mother, who had never forgiven him for the event years ago.

Jack Manson had a problem with everyone for no reason. He was your classic bully, and a young, skinny, lonely kid, haunted by memories of his past was a perfect target. Walking home one night, Manson approached the young Taskmaster. Before the first fist could ever make contact, Jack was on the floor, being pummeled by the child.

He didn't know how he did it. He looked at the blood on his hands, and was amazed at what he had done. Manson lay, defeated by the boy who had never hurt a fly since that fateful day. He was excluded from school the next day, his mother ashamed. He couldn't bear it any longer, and left home.

For the next few weeks, he did his research. He stood around in TV shops in the day time, analysing sports channels, action movies, he even learnt to successfully steal to stop himself from starving as he lived on the streets.

To his sudden amazement, he could do everything. Soccer, football, basketball, his street friends were amazed at his talents. He knew he could use these things to gain money, be more successful than he ever dreamed of, but it wasn't what he wanted. He wanted his martial arts movies to come to life.

So he tried his hand as a small time criminal, deliberately getting caught by the police and then taking them down with ease, just for the thrill of it. Word got around, and he found himself under the employ of local mob bosses, doing small time work for small time pay. When he finally came to realize he could do so much more, he decided to take it to the next level.

He needed to make himself known, he needed everyone to know that no task was too great, too difficult to achieve. The name Taskmaster almost came naturally to him as he donned a cape, armed himself with knives, and set out for a new career as one of the world's premiere super-villains.

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin): Other

Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:
1. He's a kind of serious Deadpool, so damn cool without the pressure of being funny all the time.

2. His powers are so awesome, and yet limited.

3. This RPG needs villains by the looks of things.

What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): While much remains the same, his origin is deeper than so far explained in 616, which I can use as a good starting point as he eventually finds himself to be the famous mercenery he's known to be today... (before Civil War that is).

Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): A villain that hopefully everyone will want to interact with in some way. An interestingly similar, but seperate take on Taskmaster.

What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Bolded grey please sir!

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In: Aw man...

Well Mom, now I know. Now I know why I managed to hit the perfect ball and kill my own father at the age of 5, I'm a freak. I might even be one of them, those mutant guys, 'cept I'm not like most o' them. I'm doing this for myself. I'm doing this for all those years of crap I've had to take from you, that fat Jack, and living on the streets. This is my pay off, the big one.

I know this drug shipment is property of one of those big super crime boss guys, me an' the guys used to help out with them sometimes for a bit of cash that might cover a meal for the day. Good thing to, cause now I tipped off the cops about it, they'll show up at any minute, then its time for the Taskmaster to make his first move.

The sirens spring into ear as I watch from the shadows, the lackies down below spring their heads up in panic. Before they can say "Leg it." cop cars surround the place. Guns are trained on all of them. It would be quite amusing to sit up here and watch the whussies try and run, but I've got work to do.

Drawing a knife, I flip down off of the container and land on one cop's head, bashing another in the back with my knife handle - no need for innocent blood to be spilled right now. As fire opens up, I roll, swing my legs round, swiping one more clean off of their feet, and then throw a knife into another's gun. A bullet grazes my arm and I whince in pain, I'm not Superman yet... yet.

I turn my attention to the final cop, barley dodging another spray of lead as I weave and duck through a path, planting my fist square in his stomach, sending him flying into a container and out cold. Silence falls on the scene, I begin to dust off my hands when the butt of a gun connects with the back of my head, ow.

I hit the floor, must've underestimated them, guy I tripped wasn't out cold, still making these same mistakes, when will I learn? Before the gun is trained on my back, I kick out, taking out a leg and causing him to stumble, then bringing my heel into his face. Now he's down.

I get up, groaning as I aid my head. "Forget that last part." I say to the thugs, jaws dropped. "Tell -- man that hurt -- tell your boss that Taskmaster wants in."

Do You Know How To Post Pictures On The Hype?:

 

[Eddie Brock]

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application

Screenname: Master Bruce UK

Character You Would Like To Play: Taskmaster (Real name unknown)

Powers: Taskmaster has "Photographic Reflexes". What this essentially means is he can duplicate the physical movements he observes other humans doing. For example, he can replicate Bullseye's perfect aim or Spider-man's reflex's, but is limited to human skills, so he couldn't "Flame on" after watching the Human Torch etc.

This also means he can predict an opponent's next move in most cases. Unpredictable foes such as Deadpool and Wolverine are more of a problem however.

As this RPG starts early in the heroes and villains career's, Taskmaster will not have mastered many of these abilities, but over time his skills will improve as he meets people face-to-face and on news reports etc.

Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): In the 616 universe, little is known of the man behind Taskmaster, such as his real name. I'd like to keep this up to a point in terms of not revealing these things, but diving into his origin a little more. To keep the mystery, I'll write in 1st person.

The boy who would be Taskmaster killed his Father at the age of 5. He played the most amazing game of baseball ever seen by someone of that age. He played one of the most amazing games of baseball ever to be seen on home camera. He played a game on-par with that of the professionals. Unfortunatley, that short game abruptly ended when a ball collided with his Dad's head, killing him instantly.

No one knew quite how he did it, but the amazing skill was overshadowed by the tragedy that followed. He never had anything to do with the sport again.

It wasn't until years later, when he almost beat the school bully to death, that he began to wonder if he was one of them, one of the mutants. He loved martial arts movies, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, he was fascinated by the synchronization, the elegance in violence. He would talk about them all the time at school, the one place where he was free from the despised gaze of his Mother, who had never forgiven him for the event years ago.

Jack Manson had a problem with everyone for no reason. He was your classic bully, and a young, skinny, lonely kid, haunted by memories of his past was a perfect target. Walking home one night, Manson approached the young Taskmaster. Before the first fist could ever make contact, Jack was on the floor, being pummeled by the child.

He didn't know how he did it. He looked at the blood on his hands, and was amazed at what he had done. Manson lay, defeated by the boy who had never hurt a fly since that fateful day. He was excluded from school the next day, his mother ashamed. He couldn't bear it any longer, and left home.

For the next few weeks, he did his research. He stood around in TV shops in the day time, analysing sports channels, action movies, he even learnt to successfully steal to stop himself from starving as he lived on the streets.

To his sudden amazement, he could do everything. Soccer, football, basketball, his street friends were amazed at his talents. He knew he could use these things to gain money, be more successful than he ever dreamed of, but it wasn't what he wanted. He wanted his martial arts movies to come to life.

So he tried his hand as a small time criminal, deliberately getting caught by the police and then taking them down with ease, just for the thrill of it. Word got around, and he found himself under the employ of local mob bosses, doing small time work for small time pay. When he finally came to realize he could do so much more, he decided to take it to the next level.

He needed to make himself known, he needed everyone to know that no task was too great, too difficult to achieve. The name Taskmaster almost came naturally to him as he donned a cape, armed himself with knives, and set out for a new career as one of the world's premiere super-villains.

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin): Other

Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:
1. He's a kind of serious Deadpool, so damn cool without the pressure of being funny all the time.

2. His powers are so awesome, and yet limited.

3. This RPG needs villains by the looks of things.

What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): While much remains the same, his origin is deeper than so far explained in 616, which I can use as a good starting point as he eventually finds himself to be the famous mercenery he's known to be today... (before Civil War that is).

Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): A villain that hopefully everyone will want to interact with in some way. An interestingly similar, but seperate take on Taskmaster.

What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Bolded grey please sir!

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In: Aw man...

Well Mom, now I know. Now I know why I managed to hit the perfect ball and kill my own father at the age of 5, I'm a freak. I might even be one of them, those mutant guys, 'cept I'm not like most o' them. I'm doing this for myself. I'm doing this for all those years of crap I've had to take from you, that fat Jack, and living on the streets. This is my pay off, the big one.

I know this drug shipment is property of one of those big super crime boss guys, me an' the guys used to help out with them sometimes for a bit of cash that might cover a meal for the day. Good thing to, cause now I tipped off the cops about it, they'll show up at any minute, then its time for the Taskmaster to make his first move.

The sirens spring into ear as I watch from the shadows, the lackies down below spring their heads up in panic. Before they can say "Leg it." cop cars surround the place. Guns are trained on all of them. It would be quite amusing to sit up here and watch the whussies try and run, but I've got work to do.

Drawing a knife, I flip down off of the container and land on one cop's head, bashing another in the back with my knife handle - no need for innocent blood to be spilled right now. As fire opens up, I roll, swing my legs round, swiping one more clean off of their feet, and then throw a knife into another's gun. A bullet grazes my arm and I whince in pain, I'm not Superman yet... yet.

I turn my attention to the final cop, barley dodging another spray of lead as I weave and duck through a path, planting my fist square in his stomach, sending him flying into a container and out cold. Silence falls on the scene, I begin to dust off my hands when the butt of a gun connects with the back of my head, ow.

I hit the floor, must've underestimated them, guy I tripped wasn't out cold, still making these same mistakes, when will I learn? Before the gun is trained on my back, I kick out, taking out a leg and causing him to stumble, then bringing my heel into his face. Now he's down.

I get up, groaning as I aid my head. "Forget that last part." I say to the thugs, jaws dropped. "Tell -- man that hurt -- tell your boss that Taskmaster wants in."

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[Batman]

'RISE OF MARVELS' RPG Application

Screenname: Master Bruce UK

Character You Would Like To Play: Taskmaster (Real name unknown)

Powers: Taskmaster has "Photographic Reflexes". What this essentially means is he can duplicate the physical movements he observes other humans doing. For example, he can replicate Bullseye's perfect aim or Spider-man's reflex's, but is limited to human skills, so he couldn't "Flame on" after watching the Human Torch etc.

This also means he can predict an opponent's next move in most cases. Unpredictable foes such as Deadpool and Wolverine are more of a problem however.

As this RPG starts early in the heroes and villains career's, Taskmaster will not have mastered many of these abilities, but over time his skills will improve as he meets people face-to-face and on news reports etc.

Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): In the 616 universe, little is known of the man behind Taskmaster, such as his real name. I'd like to keep this up to a point in terms of not revealing these things, but diving into his origin a little more. To keep the mystery, I'll write in 1st person.

The boy who would be Taskmaster killed his Father at the age of 5. He played the most amazing game of baseball ever seen by someone of that age. He played one of the most amazing games of baseball ever to be seen on home camera. He played a game on-par with that of the professionals. Unfortunatley, that short game abruptly ended when a ball collided with his Dad's head, killing him instantly.

No one knew quite how he did it, but the amazing skill was overshadowed by the tragedy that followed. He never had anything to do with the sport again.

It wasn't until years later, when he almost beat the school bully to death, that he began to wonder if he was one of them, one of the mutants. He loved martial arts movies, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, he was fascinated by the synchronization, the elegance in violence. He would talk about them all the time at school, the one place where he was free from the despised gaze of his Mother, who had never forgiven him for the event years ago.

Jack Manson had a problem with everyone for no reason. He was your classic bully, and a young, skinny, lonely kid, haunted by memories of his past was a perfect target. Walking home one night, Manson approached the young Taskmaster. Before the first fist could ever make contact, Jack was on the floor, being pummeled by the child.

He didn't know how he did it. He looked at the blood on his hands, and was amazed at what he had done. Manson lay, defeated by the boy who had never hurt a fly since that fateful day. He was excluded from school the next day, his mother ashamed. He couldn't bear it any longer, and left home.

For the next few weeks, he did his research. He stood around in TV shops in the day time, analysing sports channels, action movies, he even learnt to successfully steal to stop himself from starving as he lived on the streets.

To his sudden amazement, he could do everything. Soccer, football, basketball, his street friends were amazed at his talents. He knew he could use these things to gain money, be more successful than he ever dreamed of, but it wasn't what he wanted. He wanted his martial arts movies to come to life.

So he tried his hand as a small time criminal, deliberately getting caught by the police and then taking them down with ease, just for the thrill of it. Word got around, and he found himself under the employ of local mob bosses, doing small time work for small time pay. When he finally came to realize he could do so much more, he decided to take it to the next level.

He needed to make himself known, he needed everyone to know that no task was too great, too difficult to achieve. The name Taskmaster almost came naturally to him as he donned a cape, armed himself with knives, and set out for a new career as one of the world's premiere super-villains.

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin): Other

Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:
1. He's a kind of serious Deadpool, so damn cool without the pressure of being funny all the time.

2. His powers are so awesome, and yet limited.

3. This RPG needs villains by the looks of things.

What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): While much remains the same, his origin is deeper than so far explained in 616, which I can use as a good starting point as he eventually finds himself to be the famous mercenery he's known to be today... (before Civil War that is).

Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): A villain that hopefully everyone will want to interact with in some way. An interestingly similar, but seperate take on Taskmaster.

What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character’s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Bolded grey please sir!

Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In: Aw man...

Well Mom, now I know. Now I know why I managed to hit the perfect ball and kill my own father at the age of 5, I'm a freak. I might even be one of them, those mutant guys, 'cept I'm not like most o' them. I'm doing this for myself. I'm doing this for all those years of crap I've had to take from you, that fat Jack, and living on the streets. This is my pay off, the big one.

I know this drug shipment is property of one of those big super crime boss guys, me an' the guys used to help out with them sometimes for a bit of cash that might cover a meal for the day. Good thing to, cause now I tipped off the cops about it, they'll show up at any minute, then its time for the Taskmaster to make his first move.

The sirens spring into ear as I watch from the shadows, the lackies down below spring their heads up in panic. Before they can say "Leg it." cop cars surround the place. Guns are trained on all of them. It would be quite amusing to sit up here and watch the whussies try and run, but I've got work to do.

Drawing a knife, I flip down off of the container and land on one cop's head, bashing another in the back with my knife handle - no need for innocent blood to be spilled right now. As fire opens up, I roll, swing my legs round, swiping one more clean off of their feet, and then throw a knife into another's gun. A bullet grazes my arm and I whince in pain, I'm not Superman yet... yet.

I turn my attention to the final cop, barley dodging another spray of lead as I weave and duck through a path, planting my fist square in his stomach, sending him flying into a container and out cold. Silence falls on the scene, I begin to dust off my hands when the butt of a gun connects with the back of my head, ow.

I hit the floor, must've underestimated them, guy I tripped wasn't out cold, still making these same mistakes, when will I learn? Before the gun is trained on my back, I kick out, taking out a leg and causing him to stumble, then bringing my heel into his face. Now he's down.

I get up, groaning as I aid my head. "Forget that last part." I say to the thugs, jaws dropped. "Tell -- man that hurt -- tell your boss that Taskmaster wants in."

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[Electro UK]

I am Master Bruce UK.

Master Bruce scares me, its time my enemies shared my fear.

 

[Matt Murdock]

dread...

It's time they shared your dread.

 

[Electro UK]

I'm a Marvel fanboy, f**k off!

 

[Matt Murdock]

Have you seen my username?

 

[ScarletVenom25]

And by the way, I'd like to apologize for what happened with the Deadpool app. I can admit I was at fault, as in my mind, Nufd was the first to come and the first to serve, by putting forth the effort to write an app first. However, that really wasn't the case, and you should've been accepted for Deadpool... in which case, I apologize. But now that you've chosen another character, Nufd can have him, and you can have Norrin, so I really hope you're not still mad about this. I don't want any bad blood boiling in the game.

No problem, man. I already let sleeping dogs lie with NufD, so theres no reason I shouldn't do the same with you. My mind was always set on SS, but I saw the opportunity to play DP and ran with it. But, like I said earlier, he had the better app. and I know he can play the part better than I can. In short, apology accepted

EDIT: Why is SS placed under villians? Yes, his duty is evil, but he is a good person, and unlike 616 continuity, I plan on showing that. If anything, he's more of a Walking The Line character.

 

[Gallagher]

No problem, man. I already let sleeping dogs lie with NufD, so theres no reason I shouldn't do the same with you. My mind was always set on SS, but I saw the opportunity to play DP and ran with it. But, like I said earlier, he had the better app. and I know he can play the part better than I can. In short, apology accepted

Thanks man. Means a lot

 

[Electro UK]

Obi-Jon, I had a side arc in mind for Taskmaster and Spidey, but it wouldn't be what you thought. You interested?

 

[Rain Dog]

I didn't make the cut?

 

[Gallagher]

I didn't make the cut?

... huh?

 

[Batman]

He did. I actually had his application quoted in my original message, but I guess I must've copied over it by mistake.

In any case...

Screenname: raindog13
Character You Would Like To Play: Victor von Doom/ Dr. Doom
Powers: One of the world&#8217;s most intelligent men, has built himself a suit of armor that augments his strength, reflexes, and provides a vast array of built-in weapons and other technologies.
Basic History Of The Character (Up until this point): Victor was born and raised in the small nation of Latveria, a third-world socialist state in Eastern Europe. After the deaths of his parents, Victor fled the country and resided in Germany for a time. It was here that Victor&#8217;s uncanny intelligence gained a hold of the public eye. At a young age, Victor showed remarkable talent in the field of physics, robotics, and several other sciences. After being offered a scholarship to Empire State University, Victor moved to New York where he attended the renowned school with fellow prodigy, Reed Richards. The two came to know each other well and developed a friendly rivalry of sorts.
For reasons unknown, Doom became rather obsessed with creating a device that would enable interdimensional travel and began working on it in secret. Richards discovered Doom&#8217;s work and pointed out some of Doom&#8217;s miscalculations. Victor ignored Richards&#8217;s attempt to help and tried the device anyway. The resulting explosion caused massive damage to the campus and injured several people, including Victor himself. It is believed that his face was scarred in the accident, though the severity of the scarring is unknown as Doom vanished before being properly examined by doctors and before his expulsion could be carried out. Humiliated, Victor refuses to believe that the accident was his own doing and has brought himself to believe that Richards sabotaged it out of jealousy.
Victor&#8217;s whereabouts were unknown to the public for quite some time, although there had been several alleged sightings of him throughout Asia. Victor had in fact been traveling around Asia. He spent time training with monks in Tibet and began the design and construction of his greatest invention yet. Recently, there have been sightings of Doom throughout Europe and a persistent rumor that claims he will be returning to his homeland soon...

Pre-Mutant, Post-Mutant, Or Other? (Beings unpowered or of cosmic origin): Unpowered
Three Reasons Why You Have Chosen That Character:
1. He's one of my favorite Marvel villains.
2. I&#8217;ve been wanting to play him for a while.
3. He&#8217;s a villain that could be a threat to any & all heroes
What Do You Plan On Doing With This Character As A Person (IE: How are you changing him or her?): I plan on keeping a lot of elements from 616 Doom as well as mixing in elements from several real-world dictators that we all love to hate.
Two Complete Sentences In Proper English Explaining What You Can Bring To This RPG (As A Player): I hope to bring a great villain into this RPG that can be used with just about any hero(es). Doom&#8217;s a wonderful character and I intend to play him well.
What Fonts Do You Plan To Use For Your Character&#8217;s Speech? (Makes the roster look better): Impact, Dark Green
Please Provide A Small Sample Post In The Format You Wish To Portray Your Character In:My eyelids slowly parted. My vision was blurry. I was in a haze, unable to see, unable to think. I begin to feel aches and pains all over my body. What had happened? Where am I?
I close my eyes and try to think, try to remember. It becomes hard to focus with this pain, especially the burning sensation on my face. I move my hand up to feel it. It&#8217;s soft&#8211;feels like fabric. Bandages. I open my eyes again and look around. My vision is returning and I see now that I&#8217;m laying on a hospital bed. I start to remember now&#8211;the explosion! How did it happen? I was so precise in my calculations, it was impossible! Could I...could I have made a misake?
NO. Victor von Doom does not make mistakes. There must be another explanation for this. I try to think back to what I had done before starting the machine and a realization strikes me like a lightning bolt. There was only one other who know about what I had been building. Only one other even remotely intelligent enough to understand my work. Richards. That arrogant, petty fool! He did not want to see my work come to fruition! He did not want to admit that I was his superior! It was so obvious now. Richard sabotaged my machine. He wanted to see me fail, to see me die so that he can call himself the world&#8217;s greatest. I shall show him that none are greater than Doom and that none cross Doom with impunity!
I lift myself from the bed, trying my best to ignore the intense pain. I remove my gown and change into my street clothes. As exit the room, I remember my facial bandages and limp back inside and into the bathroom. Staring into the mirror, I slowly begin to remove the gauze bandages. I&#8217;m horrified by what stares back at me.

"Richards . . . what have you done to me?"

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