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Into the Megaverse Character Thread

Started by Blackhand, August 22, 2014, 06:53:35 AM

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Blackhand

August 22, 2014, 06:53:35 AM Last Edit: August 26, 2014, 10:57:26 PM by Blackhand
Howdy folks!

This thread is to collect character information for The Wargate's Palladium RPG game.  

Into the Megaverse Resources
The online portion of the game will be focused on investigation, exploration and diplomacy.  

Palladium Resources

To create a character, use the above resources and take the following steps.

  • Read the background resources for the current season and choose a character as normal.
  • Make a single post in this thread with your characters' statistics.  If anything needs changed, we'll fix that here as you can edit your posts.  Any character advancement will be done in the same fashion, i.e. you'll update your post here so we can reference it easily.
  • Do not roll attributes.  Instead pick one of them you want your character to be "superior".
  • Choose skills and powers normally, save the following guidelines:
  • Choose only Skill Programs.  List only choices you make from within that Program, there's no need to write it all down right now when it's easy to calculate.
  • Do not select Secondary Skills.  This will be handled as the characters develop or are introduced to the live sessions.
  • Do not choose equipment.  Delta Front will make sure you have the gear you need.
  • Present 2-3 paragraphs (of 3+ sentences each) of background and character information, including principal motivations.

Note that Physical Skills taken WILL increase the chances of any such physical activity succeeding.  However, do not record the final skill value, only the individual skills taken and total bonuses.
All character development correspondence will take place here.
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Blackhand

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August 26, 2014, 06:18:56 AM Last Edit: August 30, 2014, 06:19:06 PM by Blackhand
So, our guys have never done Play-By-Post, so it's been a little confused getting started.

It's ok though!  Here's how it will work:
  • Every Wednesday, I'll post in the Game Thread and make sure it goes up on the Wargate Facebook.  From here, you simply interact as your characters.  Note this is a separate thread:  this one is for character development.
  • Read the entry for the scenario and make a post detailing your character's actions.
  • During the week, we will go back and forth.  I'll generally check it every day, but it's not mandatory you reply every day.  This is at your leisure.
  • For randomizations:  lets get the game going first, then we'll talk about online randomizers and how we can use them here.  For now, I'll be using a probability system that is influenced primarily by your roleplay choices.  The Delta Front scenarios will be more about investigation, diplomacy and exploration.
  • Each weekly scenario will dovetail with the live session game that will come up the following Tuesday.  Your success here will determine starting scenario conditions with your diplomacy, influence their choices during the game with your investigations, and determine ground level influence in each zone with your explorations.
  • Failure to complete a scenario will have dire consequences on the live session!
  • Your character is available for live session play, either in person or via the interwebz.  When participating in the live session, a completed version of the character will be used.  This is not necessary to worry about until the live session is joined.
Here's an example of how you'll build your characters for the online scenarios here.  Also provided is a template, for your ease of use in creating your character.  Use this template to get it ready...1st Scenario goes up this Wednesday, and the live group needs you!

If you don't have access to the Ninjas & Superspies rules, just holla at me on FB.

This example is a Delta Front NPC your characters know well as a Delta Front handler.

Colonel Austin
American Army / Delta Front
Academy Officer, Level 6
Scrupulous
Superior Attribute:  Mental Endurance
Education:  Military Academy Graduate (+10% on all Military Skills)

Hand-to-Hand
Commando
Ninjas & Superspies, p93
Attacks per Melee: 4
  • +2 Strike
  • +5 Roll with Punch / Fall
  • +4 HtH Damage
  • +5 Parry / Dodge

Martial Arts Powers
  • None

Skill Programs
  • Basic Military (Military)
    • Boxing
  • Advanced Infantry (Military)
  • Electronic Warfare (Military)
  • Intelligence (Military)
  • Communications (General)
  • Language (General)
    • Korean (+10%)
    • Chinese (+10%)
    • Russian (+10%)
    • German (+10%)
    • Spanish (+10%)

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Dagger
  • Assault Rifle
  • Grenade Throwing
  • Infantry Missiles
  • Mortar
  • Vehicle Mounted Weapons
  • Pistol
  • Rifle
  • Sub-Machinegun
  • Energy Weapons
  • Machinegun

Accumulated Bonuses
  • +1d4 Physical Strength
  • +3d6 S.D.C.

Other Abilities
Cover Identity:  Diplomat (as Military Attache)

Background
Taylor Austin began his military career over two decades ago, right out of High School in Southwest Texas.  It didn't take long for his superiors to recognize his command ability, and he spent a good portion of his time in the army in the infantry.  No one under his present command know much about how he came to join Delta Front, but he has been Delta Front's military adviser in the United States Army for nearly six years.

He now presides as a handler for various Delta Front Committees needing to operate within (or with) the United States Military.  He is a stern commander, humorless and grim.  However, he's well respected by the men under his command, which include a large contingent of Delta Front Commandos.






Note:  Accumulated Bonuses are only recorded for Attribute bonuses gained from skills selected from a program.  Add any non-variable bonuses directly to the HtH readout.

For example, Colonel Austin has the Basic Military Program, and he can select 1 Physical skill for that program.  He selected Boxing, which comes with some flat bonuses for  Parry/Dodge and Roll with Punch/Fall.  Those are added to his HtH readout and left out of the Accumulated Bonuses.  However, Boxing also grants +1d4 to Physical Strength and +3d6 to S.D.C., so these are recorded in the Accumulated Bonuses section.

Trust me, there is a reason for all this.  Use the template below to get started.





Template
Nationality & Allegiance / Agency
OCC: Level
Alignment
Superior Attribute
Education:

Hand-to-Hand
Style Name
Page Reference
Attacks per Melee
  • Combat Bonus
  • Combat Bonus
  • Combat Bonus
  • Combat Bonus
  • Combat Bonus

Martial Arts Powers
  • Power
  • Power
  • Power
  • Power

Skill Programs
  • Skill Program 1 (Category)
    • Skill Choice
    • Skill Choice
  • Skill Program 2 (Category)
    • Skill Choice
    • Skill Choice
  • Skill Program 3 (Category)
    • Skill Choice
    • Skill Choice

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Skill
  • Skill
  • Skill
  • Skill
  • Skill
  • Skill
  • Skill

Accumulated Bonuses
  • Variable Bonus
  • Variable Bonus

Other Abilities
Description of any special abilities not noted elsewhere or cybernetics/bionics.  Also includes Cover Identities.

Background
At least 3 sentences on the character's story and background.
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Looter Guy

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August 27, 2014, 12:31:32 AM Last Edit: August 27, 2014, 12:38:33 AM by Looter Guy


Hard Mike
American Mercenary / Delta Front
Mercenary Free Agent, Level 1
Unprincipled
Superior Attribute:  Physical Strength
Education: General & Military

Hand-to-Hand
Martial Arts (Agent)
Ninjas & Superspies, p93
Attacks per Melee: 2
  • +4 Parry / Dodge
  • +2 Roll with Punch / Fall

Martial Arts Powers
  • None

Skill Programs
  • Basic Military (Military)
    • Boxing
  • Guerilla Warfare (Military)
  • Advanced Infantry (Military)
  • Mechanical (General)

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Assault Rifle
  • Grenade
  • Archery
  • Blunt
  • Dagger
  • Short Sword (ninja-to)
  • Quick Draw
  • Pistols
  • Rifles & Shotguns
  • Trick Shooting
  • Energy Weapons
  • Vehicle Mounted Weapons

Accumulated Bonuses
  • +1d4 Physical Strength
  • +3d6 to S.D.C.

Other Abilities
  • Realistic Eyeball with Eye-Grenade
  • Realistic Cybernetic Hand with Retractable Claws
  • Larnyx Manipulator
  • Jaw Telephone
  • Internal Medical Monitor
Background
Mike Hard grew up on the tough streets of Newark, NJ in the 70s. Growing up broke, uneducated, and black led the streetwise youth into a life of gangbanging, drug pushing, and riding for his neighborhood colors.

After many stints in youth offender lock-ups, Mike met who would become like a father to him, Ret. Col. Cos D'Amata. The Retired Col. in his later years had became a boxing manager and trainer, as well as offering his training services to the Juvinile Court Systems to help give direction to troubled youth.

Mike and Col. Cos were inseperable. Mike showed major natural skill and strength in the ring. Upon release Mike moved in with Col. Cos at his country home in Upstate New York and began what would be the start of one of the greatest and shortest boxing legacies in history.

Mike grew into a beast naturally. A strong regimen of proper diet and non-stop training built Mike into a ferocious challenger. Mike and the Col. proudly and quickly rose in the ranks of amature boxing up into the big leagues. In less than 2 years, Mike won the American Heavyweight Belt and all that came with it... fame, money, girls, and trouble...

The Col. passed away shortly after Mike aquired the championship belt, leaving Mike to his emotional and self-destructive attitudes. Spending less time on the mat and more at the club, Mike lost the belt and began a downhill spiral into dark times. Hanging out with famous rappers and nefarious gamblers Mike landed himself a 10 year stint in prison for a brutal assualt, leaving three beaten physically to the point of permanent disability and disfigurement.

Mike sat in prison for 5 years before early release for good time. He found his finances ruined and his one time fame long gone. Mike has since been looking for work as a mercenary, putting his physical strength and training to work for hire and going so far as to enhance his body with cybernetic devices.
QuoteAnd they can smoke on it...

TheNerdykid

#3
August 27, 2014, 11:39:31 PM


Nikami
Japanese Ninja Assassin / Delta Front
Dedicated Martial Artist, Level 1
Aberrant
Superior Attribute: Physical Prowess
Education: No formal education.

Hand-to-Hand (Primary)
Style Name: Ninjitsu
Ninjas & Superspies, p108
Attacks per Melee: 2
  • +3 Roll with Punch / Fall
  • +2 Strike
  • Critical Strike on Natural 19 or 20
  • Critical Strike or Knock-Out from Behind
  • Death Blow on Natural 20
  • +2 Damage on Hand Strikes
  • Selected Weapon Katas:  Ninja-to & Kusari-Gama

Drunken Style Kung-Fu
Style Name
Ninjas & Superspies, p98
Attacks per Melee: 2
  • +3 Roll with Punch / Fall
  • +2 to Somersault/Stagger/Roll/Back Flip
  • Critical Strike on Natural 19 or 20
  • Critical Strike or Knock-Out from Behind
  • +2 Damage on Hand Strikes

Martial Arts Powers
  • Art of Vanishing
  • Art of Stealth
  • Art of Hiding
  • Stone Ox
  • Iron Hand
  • Wrist Hardening

Skill Programs
  • None

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Ninja-to
  • Shuriken
  • Blow Gun
  • Mouth Darts
  • Rope & Grapple
  • Knife
  • Kusari-Gama
  • Kyoketu-Shoge
  • Manriki-Gusari
  • Cat Claws
  • Hidden Blade Staff

Accumulated Bonuses
  • +5 Mental Affinity
  • +7 Physical Strength
  • +7 Physical Endurance
  • +1 Physical Prowess
  • +4 Speed
  • +48 S.D.C.

Other Abilities
None.

Background
Hidden in the shadows, Nikami doesn't "exist".

Appearing under different aliases over and over again as a hired assassin, Delta Front saw his prowess in the art of stealth, and murder.  Taking a liking to him, the agency finally gave him the job of a lifetime pulling him out of the dark rut his life had become to work for them.




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shawns300z

#4
August 30, 2014, 06:15:35 PM Last Edit: August 30, 2014, 06:52:24 PM by shawns300z


McGruber
American Agent / Delta Front
Tinker Gizmoteer, Leve 1l
Scrupulous
Superior Attribute:  I.Q.
Education:  Special Training

Hand-to-Hand
Expert
Ninjas & Superspies, p92
Attacks per Melee: 2
  • +2 Roll with Punch / Fall

Martial Arts Powers
  • None

Skill Programs
  • Vehicle Construction (Gizmoteer) +6%
    • Pilot Airplane
    • Pilot Basic Helicopter
    • Pilot Combat Helicopter
    • Pilot Automobile
  • Explosives Construction (Gizmoteer) +6%
  • Weapon Construction (Gizmoteer) +6%
  • Computer Hacking (Gizmoteer) +6%
  • Locksmith & Security Systems (Gizmoteer) +6%
  • Security Specialist (Espionage)

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Pistols
  • Submachine Gun
  • Knife
  • Staff
  • Crossbow
  • Rifles & Shotguns

Accumulated Bonuses
  • None

Other Abilities
  • Cover Identity:  Computer Consultant

Background
Mcgruber was born with an affinity for all things electrical and mechanical.  He was constantly disassembling and reassembling anything he could get his hands on.  Later in life mastering the art of gunsmithing, auto mechanics, all manner security sand computer systems.  He proves an invaluable resource for the Delta Front. He brings an insane amount of useful and useless knowledge.  He often poses as a computer consultant.




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shawns300z

#5
August 30, 2014, 06:51:48 PM


The Duke
American Mercenary / Delta Front
Veteran Grunt, Level 1
Unprincipled
Superior Attribute: Physical Endurance
Education: Military Training

Hand-to-Hand
Fong Ngan (Phoenix Eye) Kung Fu
Ninjas & Superspies, p99
Attacks per Melee: 4
  • +2 Strike
  • +1 Parry / Dodge
  • +1 Parry / Dodge while Underwater
  • +1 Strike with Body Block / Tackle
  • +3 Roll with Punch / Fall
  • Critical Strike on Natural 20
  • Critical Strike or Knockout from Behind

Martial Arts Powers
  • Stone Ox
  • Martial Arts Awareness
  • Wrist Hardening

Skill Programs
  • Basic Military (Military) +15%
    • Prowl
  • Advanced Infantry (Military)
  • Guerilla Warfare (Military)
  • Armor & Artillery (Military)
    • Pilot Motorcycle (+10%)
    • Pilot Automobile (+10%)
    • Pilot Tank (+10%)
    • Pilot Commercial Vehicle (+10%)
  • Basic Physical (General)
    • Body Building
    • Athletics
    • Running
    • Swimming

Weapon Proficiencies
  • Assault Rifle
  • Grenade
  • Knife
  • Vehicle Mounted Weapons
  • Grenade Launcher
  • Submachine Gun
  • Pistol
  • Club
  • Sword
  • Flamethrower
  • Infantry Missile
  • Mortar
  • Artillery
  • Rifle & Shotgun
  • Machine Gun
  • Crossbow

Accumulated Bonuses
  • +6 Physical Strength
  • +7 Physical Endurance
  • +5d4 Speed
  • +(58+1d8+1d6) S.D.C.
  • +3 Mental Affinity

Other Abilities
Description of any special abilities not noted elsewhere or cybernetics/bionics.  Also includes Cover Identities.

Background
Growing up in the south wasn't easy, especially being raised in a strict military family, The Duke went straight into service.  He quickly advanced through the ranks and saw many places and things on his tours.  One tour in southeast Asia he met Master Cheong Phong.  Learning the art of Phoenix eye fist kung fu. Probably the most seasoned of the Delta Front.  The Duke brings many years of hard battle experience as well as a vast knowledge of weapons and military vehicles.
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