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[Sean Mirrsen]

Roll To Dodge: Multiworld Madness II
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Note: This is the DISCUSSION and SIGNUPS thread. For actual game proceedings and updates, please check the GAME THREAD, but do not post in it unless you are a player.
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This an RTD set in my own, fictional, "Multiworlds" setting, started anew after the the original (link in my sig) has ground to a screeching halt. I'll still be working on that last update, don't worry.

=== PROGRESSIVE ROLL RULES ===

For every Action a Player submits, the Game Master rolls a die to determine its outcome.
The number of sides on the die rolled is determined by the value of the skill or attribute assigned to performing said Action.
The outcomes are selected from a predetermined list, sorted by severity:

• Epic Fail(EF): The intended result was not achieved, and the character suffers additional problems as a consequence.
• Failure(F): The intended result was not achieved, but no further complications occur.
• Partial Success(PS): The result is only partially achieved, with exact degree determined circumstantially by GM.
• Success(S): The result is achieved, though the character may suffer unintended consequences.
• Epic Success(ES): The result is achieved, and any consequences turn out positively for the character.
• Overshot(OS): The result is nominally achieved, but the character suffers consequences from intentionally or unintentionally "overdoing" the action.

The table of outcomes is determined thus:
(Die Value):[Roll Value]-Outcome;

(D1):[1]-Epic Fail.
(D2):[1]-EF;[2]-Fail.
(D3):[1]-EF;[2]-F;[3]-Partial Success.
(D4):[1]-EF;[2]-F;[3]-PS;[4]-Success.
(D5):[1]-EF;[2]-F;[3]-PS;[4]-S;[5]-Overshot.
(D6):[1]-EF;[2]-F;[3]-PS;[4]-S;[5]-Epic Success;[6]-OS.

Above (D6), the outcome table is expanded by padding Success outcomes inbetween Partial and Epic Successes.
Thus, for instance, a roll of (D10) will look like this:

(D10):[1]-EF;[2]-F;[3]-PS;[4-8]-S;[9]-ES;[10]-OS.

As a rule of thumb, the severity of the overshots and epic fails will depend on the value of the die being rolled - so getting a [5] out of a (D5) is a much milder overshot than a [10] out of a (D10)

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=== ATTRIBUTES, SKILLS, ABILITIES ===

Attributes are generic "stats" of a character. Any action not requiring a particular skill or ability will use the corresponding Attribute value as the base die value. The base value for any Attribute is dependent on the selected Race.

Skills and Abilities are used whenever an action is not feasible without some manner of previous specialized training. Something a character can't do simply by being strong, smart, good-looking, or running really fast. Skills are used as the base value for things a character can technically do, but never did before - driving a car, firing a sniper rifle, swimming, etc. Abilities, on the other hand, are something character is physically unable to do without knowing HOW to or being physically modified. Flying, hurling fireballs, seeing in the dark, and so on. The base value for Skills is [3], and the base value for Abilities is [1] - thus demonstrating the difference between the words "unskilled" and "unable".

Sometimes, instead of providing a value of their own, skills or abilities will serve to modify other skills, abilities, or attributes, in certain circumstances. These skills, called "Passive" in contrast to the "Active" skills above, can still be trained by exposing the character to such circumstances, thus increasing the effect of the skills on whatever they affect.

=== SALVAGING AND COLLATERAL ROLLS ===

In specific cases, if a character fails a check on the primary roll - be it an ability, skill, or attribute - the GM may decide that the situation allows a "Salvage Roll". This roll uses a different, but relevant skill/attribute to somehow positively affect the otherwise negative outcome of the original action, and "salvage" the failure somehow. Overshots may warrant a similar roll if the situation allows it.

If a Salvage Roll is failed, or is not made, the GM may use a Collateral Roll to determine the severity of failure, be it an Epic Fail or an Overshot. This roll always uses the character's Luck stat.

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Multiworld Madness II will allow you to pick one of the three(five) races for your character to play as.

Spoiler: The Races (picture) (click to show/hide)

(As always, you can disregard the crude attempts at humor)

The races are the adaptable Humans, the intelligent Dolean, and the felinoid Mii'Ari. The race of Mii'Ari is represented with its three distinct subspecies: the average Ayari, the large Immari, and the small and nimble Ellari.

Human: Start with all attributes at 5, allocate 6 positive and 2 negative points.

Dolean: STR, AGI, DEX, TOU, END = 4. CHA = 5. PER, INT, WIS = 8. Allocate 2 positive and 2 negative points. Start with Psi affinity.

Spoiler: Origins and use of Psi (long) (click to show/hide)

Psi, or 'Ψ' as it started to be denoted due to human influence, is simply the energy of the living body, though sometimes for understanding purposes it's described as the energy of thought. Its single most important property is that a properly conditioned mind can exert very fine control over it. What some martial arts practicioners call "Ki" is a rough, blunt manifestation of the Psi energy that is directed en masse into limbs, empowering blows or protecting the limbs from damage. Psi can be controlled with much finer nudges, shaping and directing it in intricate patterns. By itself, the energy would have been an impressive find, but ultimately of no consequence - but, at some point in their history, the Doleans uncovered the most closely guarded secret of the universe.

They found that the physical laws, the universal laws that have an unshakable grip on every atom of known creation, are not as solid as they seemed. Having just enough finesse and precision to guide a positron through an atomic nucleus without touching anything, a massive machine in orbit around the star we call Betelgeuse had finally found a crack. After decades of research, Dolean scientists were able to overcome the law of conservation of energy within an enclosed system. All it took was a very precisely formed forcefield, which, by an incomprehensible principle, suddenly collapsed into a particle that would instantly decay into an electromagnetic impulse across the entire frequency spectrum, creating a visible burst of light - the total energy of which exceeded what was put into creating the forcefield. The achievement was spectacular, and scientists were praised for the discovery of the energy conversion technique now known as the "Flash". Nobody questioned the find's significance. The problem was in the practicality.
The amount of net energy gain from this little cheat was insignificant - on the order of a few millierg per flash. And the energy required to run the computing machinery and precision forcefields was far too great to be covered by such tiny gains. Even if a fast enough rate could be achieved, the rapid stress would burn out the delicate machinery within minutes.

In the end, it took the great Dolean minds two years and a trip to Earth to connect the dots. There are no history logs for these events, but the most persistent rumors involve a late night trip to the food replicator, and a cheap martial arts flick left running on a coworker's terminal. The rediscovery of Psi as a method to create precise energy patterns had reignited the stalled research into the weaknesses of universal laws, and gave Doleans a very powerful edge in the coming war. Eventually, several more techniques were found, all based around the principle behind the "flash". Energy could be created and directed. Matter and energy could be converted at will, by a skilled enough practicioner. Those who could endure the intense mental training eventually became known as Controllers, as they controlled the very universe around them. Even Possessors, those who had not the mental strength to completely grasp the power offered by Psionic Techniques, still possessed enough skill to become known as fearsome warriors or exquisite constructors.

Later, through trade and espionage, the knowledge of Psionic Techniques had spread to all the races, though few could wield them as well as Doleans could. The only reason the coming Greatest of the Wars had not been won by the Doleans alone was the return of their ancestor's misdoings, which left their planet in shambles - but, this is for another story.

Ayari: STR, DEX, TOU, END, CHA, INT, WIS = 5. AGI, PER = 7. Allocate 2 positive and 2 negative points.

Immari: DEX = 4. AGI, CHA, INT, WIS = 5. STR, END = 6. TOU, PER = 7. Allocate 2 positive and 2 negative points. Start with bonuses and penalties appropriate to size.

Ellari: STR, END = 4. TOU, CHA, INT, WIS = 5. DEX = 6. AGI, PER = 7. Allocate 2 positive and 2 negative points. Start with bonuses and penalties appropriate to size.

Spoiler: Mii'Ari origins and abilities (long) (click to show/hide)

The Mii'Ari, if you disregard various details, are basically an advanced species of genetically uplifted animals, that is animals who have been given an upright humanoid form and intelligence through some form of genetic engineering. The exact method by which they were uplfited remains something of a mystery, in that nobody can figure out whether it was a part of a survival strategy by another ancient species, an accident that occured due to that strategy, or just a massive genome manipulation experiment by the Doleans. The latter one is, understandably, rather popular with the people, and it's not helped by the fact that Doleans remain secretive on the matter, though it's clear they possess some kind of relevant information. The existence of the H'Raghaurg, a somewhat similarly uplifted canine species, also lends some credence to the theory, as the Doleans were the first to make contact with either of these races.

In any case, the uplifting agent, a symbiotic nanobiomechanical bacteria, had transformed the various felinoid life of the Mii'Ari homeworld into one of the most quirky intelligent races the Doleans claim to have met across the galaxy.

While it can't be said for certain what was the symbiotic agent's original purpose, in the end its integration with the Mii'Ari body became astounding. The nanobacteria had taken on almost all the body fuctions normally carried out by the body's own cellular systems. Comparisons to other, non-affected life on the planet, reveal that the internal organ structure of the Mii'Ari underwent dramatic alterations - in fact, beyond the basic nervous, respiration and circulation systems, nearly everything has been replaced in full. (uh, there's a lot of info I could dump here, but I suppose I'll just stop at saying "it's hella different", before I start talking about anatomical compatibility and reproduction cycles )

The practical upshot of the above is that Mii'Ari are not only more agile and stronger for their size than humans are, they are also surprisingly hard to kill. The nanosymbionts repair tissue damage, conserve oxygen for later use, process any and all kinds of ingested material on a molecular level, and can actually prevent a separated, but otherwise intact head/brain from dying for up to several hours, by shutting off all blood vessels leading to the brain and creating an enclosed circulation system where the brain is kept "on life support" using molecular oxygen stored in cerebral liquid. The Mii'Ari loses consciousness during this period, effectively feigning death and allowing the symbionts, or any allies in the vicinity, to restore the rest of the body to working order.

Ayari, Immari, and Ellari all have these extra abilities in common:
- Low-light vision
- Slightly quicker regeneration
- Short (2'' for an Ayari) bone claws concealed inside the wrists, unsheathed between the fingers.
- Ability to survive without oxygen for up to an half an hour.
- Ability to delay death by bleed-out or suffocation, by shutting the brain down and keeping it functional for up to an hour.

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Here is the entry form.

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>Character Name<
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Brief description of character's appearance, including race. Don't bother with clothing.
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Attributes:
STR:
AGI:
DEX:
TOU:
END:
PER:
CHA:
INT:
WIS:
(insert values appropriate to your race choice and point distribution)

Spoiler: Notes on appearance (click to show/hide)

In addition to being able to choose the build and general look of the character (scars and whatnot), some races have special customization options.

Humans: Can choose skin color from normal "human" tones, eye color, hair color and style within reason, amount of body hair, any tattoos and small anatomical quirks.

Dolean: Can choose skin color from shades of grey (avoid light and dark extremes), amount, shape and coloration of personal tattoos (go wild, but try to keep it simple - have mercy on my drawing skills). Eyes are always black, there is no body or head hair.

Immari, Ayari, and Ellari: Can choose eye color, fur distribution, coloration and pattern, artificial patterns, fur designs. Artificial patterns are similar to tattoos. Fur distribution defines things like the "mane" around the neck, prominent or "blending" chest fur patch, the "hairiness" of the tail. Patterns and colorations can be rather exotic. Fur designs are "stylish bits" like weirdly shaped tail tips or chest fur.

Spoiler: Note on attributes (click to show/hide)

(STR)Strength - physical force, musculature
(AGI)Agility - motion speed, mass-to-strength ratio
(DEX)Dexterity - motion accuracy, primarily small motions (hands, fingers)
(TOU)Toughness - physical resilience, resistance to physical damage
(END)Endurance - maintained exertion and body "reserves"
(PER)Perception - attention to details, in all senses
(CHA)Charisma - physical and social attractiveness
(INT)Intelligence - analytic capability
(WIS)Wisdom - mental stability

The hidden attribute, Luck, can not be chosen at startup, and can only be trained by surviving difficult odds, and naturally being lucky. It doesn't have an indirect effect on other rolls, but may be used for some actions directly.

Toughness is used as natural armor, defining how your body resists being physically damaged. Endurance determines how far your body can be pushed before it starts failing, whether it's muscle strain or blood loss.

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Current players:

• Zako
• dermonster
• Frelock
• Jay Kayell
• Kashyyk

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Waiting list:

wolfchild
Talarion
SeriousConcentrate
choobakka
Taricus
scriver
Riccto
Root Infinity
Gatleos
CrimsonEon
Tehstefan
mcclay
Person
Powder Miner
FuzzyZergling
Zebrian
Tinithraviel
Sinpwn
Draignean
Darvi
KineseN
Ahra
Baradine
Child of Armok
Tiruin
Ochita
Xantalos
Aklyon
Greenstarfanatic
TCM
Flying Dice
Someone1214

[Talarion]

Eh, sure why not. I'll put my character up tomorrow, if that's okay with you. It's late and I'm using my iPod... Not optimal conditions for providing a character sheet.

Edit: Oh right! Happy birthday. Was going to say it, but forgot. Serious' post reminded me.

[SeriousConcentrate]

Happy birthday. ^^ Would you mind if I jumped on the waitlist? (Even if there weren't reservations, I'd prefer the waitlist since I'm not very familiar with Multiworld Madness and I'd like to see it progress a bit.)

Isaac LeVahnt
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A gaunt-faced, lean man, LeVahnt has the look of a melancholy skeleton that someone went ahead and decided to throw some skin on. His narrow left eye (his right one was lost in a particularly vicious but ultimately repelled pirate raid some thirteen years ago) is cold and calculating, and he generally wears an expression of faint disapproval. A smile from him is a rare thing and seems to be a sign of great favor. His hair, oddly enough, is somewhat shaggy and thick, and hangs low enough for his bangs to cover his right eye most of the time.
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Attributes:
Endurance and Toughness at 7.
Charisma at 3.

[choobakka]

I'd like to get on a wait list if possible. And congratulations on surviving another revolution around the sun.

Simon Von Fried

Simon is a man in his mid-30s, with short brown hair and blue-green eyes. He is slightly overweight, but that is because he tends to devote more time to studying than exercise. His hair is often messy and occasionally unwashed, and he has dark circles under his bloodshot eyes, both from spending more time studying (at his computer or in books, depending on the time period you would prefer our characters come from - computer if you have no preference) in a badly-lit room than is healthy. He is a few inches under six feet tall.

Intelligence and Perception at seven.
Agility at three.

[Zako]

Jake Marshall
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A hard looking man, but he has a spark of intelligence in his eye. Lightly tanned skin, short cropped dark brown hair, sky blue eyes, a square jaw and a small amount of sharp stubble.
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Attributes:
Toughness: 7
Intelligence: 7
Dexterity: 3

I'm looking forward to this. It has the feel like you have everything figured out and you are just waiting to unleash hell on us. Can't wait! 

Also, happy b-day! You may be older than before, but just like a fine wine, you get better with age.

[Dermonster]

Reserved just in case.
Derek Coonan
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A fairly average man at the age of 20, Derek has blond hair in a disorganized mess and very striking green eyes along with light skin. A favor of ranged combat, he is always ready to run, but has extensively sharp aim.
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Agility: 7
Dexterity: 7
Wisdom: 3

[Taricus]

Waitlist me please.

[Toaster]

Actually, I think I'll just post to watch.  First one was fun, though!

Whatever happened to the other Multiworld 2?

[scriver]

Waitlist me as well, please. Do you want a character now or would it be better if I created one when/if I get in?

[Riccto]

Henry Brailsford

A stocky young man with tanned skin and tightly curled hair that matches it
Strength and Intellegence at 7
Endurance at 3

[Person]

What do the other attributes start at. Because I'd like to know if 3 is lower or higher than average.

[Root Infinity]

William Davis
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A stereotypical geek. He knows many things, and knows them well, but cannot for the life of him explain them to other people. (It might come from his tendency to always correct other people if they are wrong...)
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Attributes:

• Intelligence 7
• Wisdom 7
• Charisma 3

[Gatleos]

I believe I'm already somewhere deep within the waiting list, so...

Gatty Roberts
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A young, smug-looking man with slick black hair and vibrant green eyes. Trustworthy to his friends, ruthless and manipulative toward everyone else.
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Attributes:
Agility: 7
Charisma: 7
Wisdom: 3

[CrimsonEon]

I'd like a waitlist spot too; Consider this among my first posts on an RTD after almost an eternity of lurking.

Also repeating scriver's question; do you need a character now or upon entry?

[Frelock]

First, Happy Birthday, Sean!  Good to see this starting.  I'll be interested to see how the new system works in practice.  Let the fun times continue!  Out of curiosity, Sean, will there be a number of NPC's like Elica and the dwarf who's name I can't recall?

Fredrick "Fre" Barbarossa
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A man of taller height (close to 2m) and finely built muscles, Fre is a man who's features shout of a noble bearing.  His brow is tall, his chin broad, and his lengthy hair golden in the sunlight.  He has a way with words and tries to be a champion who can lead his companions into battle for honor and glory.
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Strength: 7
Charisma: 7
Agility: 3