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THE RULES

Topic for Book 1: Man has abandoned the surface of the earth and retreated deep underground; all that remains of our past are myths of living metal, blood-oil and ascendant flesh

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Remaining Phantom Citations:
[Danielsson]
[Deep Hollows]
[Divinity Epiphany]
[Empyrean Energy]
[Ethereal Symbiotes]
[First Explorers]
[Forgeblood Steel]
[Fungal Crisis]
[Gradnik Collegium]
[Great Iron Lung, The]
[Great Iron Lung, the]
[Jennings, Edward]
[Living Machines]
[Mad Scientist]
[Malignant shadows]
[Mirmian]
[Monster Hunters]
[Pre-collapse Era]
[Preidkey's Syndrome]
[Rashstone]
[Rook]
[Rumors of the Ancients]
[Sabrel Regalis]
[Spinal Vaults]
[Tinker of Gears]
[Trickster Guild]
[Tunneldwellers]
[Violet Court]
[Zanateum Extract]
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Renown
Ulysses Nemo Owen-1


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Cavern Wights
Cavern Wights are a race of [Pseudo-Men], they are blind, pale skinned, and savage. Their origins are unknown, some believe they were once people, turned into wights by a disease. Others believe they are just another race of [Pseudo-Men], born naturally in the depths, and that they just happen to resemble humans. Cavern Wights live in savage tribe-like societies, were the most brutal wights rule the rest in an unstable hierarchy. They are considered to be very dangerous, having been very prominent in the [Fringe Wars], where they, among many other horrors from the depths, poured fourth from the depths to lay siege to the frontier cities. Like most other [Pseudo-Men], The cavern wights have been the subject of many eradication attempts by the [Boogaloos]. These conquests are not met with much protest, but many feel that these conquests are done more out of spite against non-humans, than a desire to make the depths more safe.

Rupert T. Hyde

Nobody called it yet, right?  Dibs then.  Unless someone can write it before me, in the next ~2 hours.

Edit: Done.

Caduceus Effect
One of many underground [Anomalies], theorized to be caused by high concentrations of [Rashstone].  It is most frequently observed in the tight and lightless beehive tunnels that frequently develop in rashstone deposits, though it has been observed in many other geologic formations.

The effect is famous for the pronounced effects it has upon organic bodies, especially the extreme regeneration that humans sometimes undergo.  Less well known are the severe mutations that many suffer if they stay within the tunnels for an extended period; among other things, bone weakens and becomes rubbery, flesh bloats and elongates, and many secondary senses become sharper even as the eyes rapidly degrade.  Little research has been done to catalouge the myriad mutations, especially the more lethal ones, as most reliable information has come from {Placeholder}'s extensive research on the [Tunneldwellers].

Colin D. Errdock

((Fiddling with an odd idea here--{Placeholder} will be replaced by the person who actually writes up the entry on [Tunneldwellers], thus tying the author into the world a bit more.  I'll change it to some unused name if others dislike the idea.))

Cataclysm Text

The Cataclysm Text is the oldest tome in the Library of the [Gradnik Collegium], and the most treasured artifact of the [Braddock Empire].

The Cataclysm Text itself is a collection of theories from the first men who ventured below the surface, colloquially known as the [First Explorers], on the reasons why the surface was abandoned. These reasons range from descriptions of horrible explosive devices referred to as "nukes" to those of the wrath of an angry god. However, the historians of the Collegium say that past technology was nowhere near destructive enough, and the theologians say that the ancient gods were figments of ancient man's imagination. Therefore, it is the more scientific explanations that are more widely accepted.

T. H. Inman

Clockwork Enhancements

There are two known sources for Clockwork Enhancements. One is the [Aberration Doctors], and is by far the most common (and most dangerous) source of Clockwork Enhancements. The other source is the [Tinker of Gears]. 

Clockwork Enhancements are various intricate mechanical parts used as replacements for the limbs of sentient beings, or alternatively additional limbs. They come in two categories. The first category is replacement. A replacement Clockwork Enhancement is one used to replace another limb, like a prosthetic. The second category is augment. An augment is a Clockwork Enhancement that does not replace another limb, but is used in addition to any limbs the recipient has naturally or artificially. An example of this would be the tails favored by the [Trickster Guild].

Clockwork Enhancements provide various benefits which may or may not be outweighed by the risk of spontaneous detonation(for Clockwork Enhancements made by the [Aberration Doctors]) or insanity(in the case of augment Clockwork Enhancements, which interface with nerves never meant to be used in such a manner). Clockwork Enhancements are generally far more durable than biological limbs, and can be used to exert much more force than a biological limb. For this reason, they are popular among soldiers. Clockwork Enhancements made by the [Tinker of Gears] may have other benefits as well, perhaps even acting as an artificial mutation.

Clockwork Enhancements require maintenance if made by the [Aberration Doctors]. Those made by the [Tinker of Gears] do not.

Carthal Sevris

Formerly the largest settlement in the [Braddock Empire], Carthal Sevris is a ghost town abandoned long ago after a terrorist attack by [Atavist Knights]. It was famed for the fervor of soldiers raised within, as well as its role in ending the [Fungal Crisis]. The city was built into a natural cavern with only one way in or out, making it incredibly defensible, though nobody expected an attack from the inside. A natural fortress, most inhabitants of Carthal Sevris were part of the Empire's army in one way or another, and the town had more barracks than houses. The ruins of Carthal Sevris are located about two days' travel away from Granitedam, and indeed many families there claim to have originated from Carthal Sevris. Travel to the ruins is not advised, for rumours have it that several criminal organizations, including the [Violet Court], have hideouts there, and thus the safety of travellers cannot be guaranteed.

Ulysses Nemo Owen

[piecewise]

Reserved for use later.

If you guys need examples or clarifications, feel free to ask.

[Gentlefish]

Oh man this story sounds familiar. PTW/play later.

[tntey]

Ant Men
Far above the Men of the underground and on the surface of earth roam a tribe of half ant half Man creatures referred to as ant men. They have the bodies of ants and the heads and arms of Humans. Created by Mad Scientist A.I. [Rook], these ants live off of rudimentary farms and any animals that still happen to be on the wastelands of earth. The Ants will also eat their own dead, as food can be scare on the desolate earth. The Ants are sworn enemies of the [Boogaloos]
T. N. Tey
(I'm pretty sure I did this right)

[Egan_BW]

hello

[Gentlefish]

Anomalies

Anomalous events have been known to transpire underground; [Malignant shadows] are spotted in tunnels where many have died, and have been known to harass and harm anyone whom approaches. Another, less-understood anomaly underground is the [Caduceus Effect], which, while famous for it healing properties, is not very well-understood and has been known to occasionally cause horrific mutations and painful deaths.

Garrus Fishman

[AoshimaMichio]

Agoc

An ancient god worshipped by humans during mythical era of surface dwelling. Few remaining religious texts refer Agoc as god of [Black Blood] and commerce. He is depicted as a man wrapped in white bandages, holding a green padlock in his left hand, green stick in his right hand, and bleeding Black Blood from both wrists.
According to [Danielsson] traditional biannual rituals of worship include shooting human sacrifice, referred as CEO, into a knee, burning his corpse on bed of coals while distributing his or her remaining wealth to anyone who’s wants some. Some unreliable sources claim that first one to make claim on wealth of sacrificial person will be chosen as next human sacrifice.

Elder A

[The Lupanian]

Aberration Doctors

Mysterious Denizens, rumored to have come from the surface [Rumors of the Ancients]. The Aberration Doctors will inhabit an area near civilized communities for a short time. They leave no evidence of how they got there, or how they left. While they inhabit these places, people and livestock will go missing, and monsters and strange creatures will appear. Aberration Doctors are believed to have been behind the [Mirmian] scourge. Weird dolls and disfigured mannequins are the only physical evidence ever discovered of their existence. The few reported sightings describe tall humanoids, who wear large decadent masks and are covered head to toe so that no skin shows.

Rupert T. Hyde
(Did I do this right?)

[piecewise]

Anomalies

Anomalous events have been known to transpire underground; [Malignant shadows] are spotted in tunnels where many have died, and have been known to harass and harm anyone whom approaches. Another, less-understood anomaly underground is the [Caduceus Effect], which, while famous for it healing properties, is not very well-understood and has been known to occasionally cause horrific mutations and painful deaths.

Garrus Fishman

Aberration Doctors

Mysterious Denizens, rumored to have come from the surface [Ancient Rumors]. The Aberration Doctors will inhabit an area near civilized communities for a short time. They leave no evidence of how they got there, or how they left. While they inhabit these places, people and livestock will go missing, and monsters and strange creatures will appear. Aberration Doctors are believed to have been behind the [Mirmian] scourge. Weird dolls and disfigured mannequins are the only physical evidence ever discovered of their existence. The few reported sightings describe tall humanoids, who wear large decadent masks and are covered head to toe so that no skin shows.

Rupert T. Hyde
(Did I do this right?)

Agoc

An ancient god worshipped by humans during mythical era of surface dwelling. Few remaining religious texts refer Agoc as god of [Black Blood] and commerce. He is depicted as a man wrapped in white bandages, holding a green padlock in his left hand, green stick in his right hand, and bleeding Black Blood from both wrists.
According to [Danielsson] traditional biannual rituals of worship include shooting human sacrifice, referred as CEO, into a knee, burning his corpse on bed of coals while distributing his or her remaining wealth to anyone who’s wants some. Some unreliable sources claim that first one to make claim on wealth of sacrificial person will be chosen as next human sacrifice.

Elder A

You three did it exactly right; good citing and proper format. Remember to keep those Scholar names and think about your Nemesis and colleague; you don't have to choose them now but its a good Idea to think about it.

Al Goodman
Ant Men
Far above the Men of the underground and on the surface of earth roam a tribe of half ant half Man creatures referred to as ant men. They have the bodies of ants and the heads and arms of Humans. Created by Mad Scientist A.I. [Rook], these ants live off of rudimentary farms and any animals that still happen to be on the wastelands of earth. The Ants will also eat their own dead, as food can be scare on the desolate earth. The Ants are sworn enemies of the [Boogaloos]
Tntey
(I'm pretty sure I did this right)

Mostly right, but there's something weird with the formatting. You need to bold your title and sign your scholar name at the bottom of the entry. Is Tntey your scholar name? Or is Al Goodman your scholar name? Because I'm pretty sure Ant Men is your title, so I'm not sure where "Al Goodman" fits in.

[tntey]

Oh yeah I was gonna do a wiki entry on a guy named Al Goodmen but I decided against it. I guess I forgot to delete it. And yeah tntey is gonna be my scholar name but more spruced up.

[piecewise]

Oh yeah I was gonna do a wiki entry on a guy named Al Goodmen but I decided against it. I guess I forgot to delete it. And yeah tntey is gonna be my scholar name but more spruced up.

Alright, the edited version is fine. Thanks

[FallacyofUrist]

Assault of the Sun

The current leading hypothesis as to why the surface was abandoned(assuming the myths regarding that are true). The surface's main danger is its sheer heat, though the mutation-inducing radiation there may seem the most dangerous, the heat is far more universal. Few beings can survive it for long, unless adapted to the heat. It is theorized that this was not always the case, however. The [Cataclysm Text], one of the oldest historical narratives in our clutches, states that the heat was somehow amplified in a malicious act by a [Mad Scientist], leading to a mass emigration from the surface.

Edward Henderson

[piecewise]

We've got some good citations in here already; I'm interested to see how this goes once we start getting intermixing. When this is done I'm gonna create a Twine document for it so that people can easily peruse the entries and follow the citations.

[NJW2000]

((This sure looks like fun, though more for the fiction than pvp mechanics.))

Atavist Knights

An unorthodox and diffuse order of warriors that attempt to pass down the psychological [Spinal Vaults] into the drowned chambers of the deepest preconscious, utilising such techniques of regression for combat and survival. When successful, they enter into a beserk-like state, which can be prolonged for several days. In this, they utilise hysterical strength and react near-instantly as complex neural signals are processed by the hindbrain at the speed of reflexes, though fully lose the capacity for reasoned and human decision-making, as proven by several eminent anthropologists. This technique was first developed at around the time humans descended into the Earth for good.
Atavist knights have over history taken part in multiple uprisings and wars, generally siding against the forces of law and rigid hierarchy, aiming to otherthrow regimes they percieve as unnaturally centralised, despotic, or authoritarian. One example of this is the total destruction of the central chamber [Carthal Sevris] in a terrorist insurrection, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of citizens. The teachings of leading or preaching Knights are confused, though as a rule oppose structure, order and social convention in favour of primitivism and anarchy.

Arthur Patrimoch, Head Archivist of Slatearch

[Radio Controlled]

PTW. Don't feel like writing right now, but might later on.