conversations.from: system
conversations.value: **Please read everything below before submitting a character!**
  
  We've already got three characters; please check them out at: https://storium.com/game/blood-gulch-population-dwindling
  
  Please don't create a character too similar to the others still playing. We'll be playing the cloned version of the game, so that we have a clean slate to work with.
  
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  The year is 1873. America is still recovering from a long and bloody civil war. Union hero Ulysses S. Grant sits in the White House. Slavery has been abolished. The Panic of 1873 is now underway and the American Indian Wars rage on. And, to the knowledge of very few of the country's population, supernatural beings continue to head west, away from the crowding of civilization and the threat of being found out, or worse, hunted down. 
  
  You've settled down, at least momentarily, in the small town of Blood Gulch, nestled in the northern Arizona Territory. The recent discovery of a local mine has been bringing more and more folks through town lately. And with that, trouble. Some say that Blood Gulch is named such because the land is cursed. Others say the first white man to set foot in the area was a man called Elijah Blood. Whatever the reason, the town has been living up to its name as of late.
  
  Strange occurrences have rattled the townsfolk. People have been found dead--some in most unusual manners. Some have disappeared without a trace. Sounds and voices are heard in the night. Graverobbers have struck the local cemetery. Bright flashes of light have been seen coming from the direction of the mine. At the very least, there's a murderer among you, a twisted, sick son of a bitch who's been too clever by far for local law enforcement. A bounty's been posted, and you and your gang are in town to collect it.
  
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  **Details!**
  
  The setting is a movie/comic book-style pulp Western with major supernatural elements. *No steampunk!* Sorry! Supernatural items are welcome, however. 
  
  Supernatural entities exist; they live and thrive among humans. Most are benign... they are cursed, tragic creatures. Some, like their human counterparts, simply want to see the world burn. There are groups, big and small, that know about the supernatural, some that study them and some that hunt them. The average person still doesn't believe in monsters, however.
  
  You are a member of a gang set out to find out what's going on in the town of Blood Gulch. You may be human, you may not be... but you try to keep that to yourself and your friends. If you are a vampire or werewolf, you are not evil or a villain; you are merely cursed. There is an explanation for the various supernatural creatures available to play below. I strongly recommend you use the Subplot/creature cards that are available, but if you have a great idea, feel free to write your own, but be prepared to give it strengths and weaknesses that are fair to the story.
  
  Use any of the pre-made Nature, Strength, or Weakness cards or create your own. Do not, however, create creatures as Nature cards (we're using subplots for those) and don't use Strength and Weakness cards to describe your supernatural abilities. You may be a particularly *strong* vampire, but do not give your vampire strength simply because vampires are strong. And do not give your werewolf a weakness to silver. We already know that. What's *your particular* werewolf's weakness? Any questions, place them in your application, please! I'll be glad to help work with you on a character.
  
  Please look at the characters already submitted before you apply, so you aren't filling a role that's already been filled. I'd like to see a lot of variety. Also, because I'm nitpicky, please provide an avatar. :)
  
  **PLEASE READ.** Here's the information on the various creature types you can play: 
  
  http://bit.ly/1hdw2V8
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A nice-sized metal flask filled with your drink of choice.
conversations.prefix: Metal Flask:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A hefty walking stick.
conversations.prefix: Iron-Core Walking Stick:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Otherwise known as the Colt Single Action Army.
conversations.prefix: A Pair of Colt SAA's:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Playing cards that have been marked and otherwise tampered with by you.
conversations.prefix: A Deck of Trick Cards:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Winchester’s first repeating rifle. 
conversations.prefix: Winchester Model 1866:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Filled with the horrible equipment of a frontier doctor.    
conversations.prefix: Medical Bag:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A 12-inch Bowie knife.
conversations.prefix: Bowie Knife:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Daniel Gideon is still stained with dried blood. He looks, as far as you can tell, like any ordinary person who might be feeling anxious being locked up in a cell.
conversations.prefix: Daniel Gideon:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The man wears the attire of a miner, but doesn't appear to have worked a day in a mine in his life. He seems nervous about something.
conversations.prefix: Shifty-Eyed Man:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The man wears the attire of a miner, but doesn’t appear to have worked a day in a mine in his life. He seems nervous about something.
conversations.prefix: Shifty-Eyed Man (Two):
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: There are reports of a dead man being seen near the schoolhouse.
conversations.prefix: Schoolhouse:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The town's only church, a Lutheran business led by the severe Pastor Elijah Black. A bible-thumper if there ever was one.
conversations.prefix: The Church:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Strangely alien whispers are coming from somewhere within the church. You can barely hear them.
conversations.prefix: Whispers:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've made your choice. There's a line drawn in the sand and you've stepped over to the lawless side, and you might never be able to return.
conversations.prefix: Bandit:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Are you in it for the honor and peace, or for the cash and glory? Either way, you make a living collecting bounties... dead or alive.
conversations.prefix: Bounty Hunter:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've seen some terrible things. You fought at some of the bloodiest battles of the war. You're looking to put the past behind you, but can you manage to outrun it?
conversations.prefix: Civil War Vet:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a doctor making a living in the wild west. This makes you barely removed from a snake oil salesman. You'll treat any wound and pull any teeth; it doesn't mean you're good at it.
conversations.prefix: Doctor:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Whether you're a writer, a cartographer, or a naturalist, you've come west to see what there is to see.
conversations.prefix: Explorer:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're from another country. You don't quite fit in very well, but you're doing your best. Why are you here? The promise of land and riches? Or are you fleeing something?
conversations.prefix: Foreigner:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You were once a slave, but have found some way to freedom, through peaceful or violent means. You've made it to the west, to start your life over.
conversations.prefix: Free Man:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a cardsharp and make your living sitting at poker tables in saloons, fleecing the locals. You're slick and sneaky and always have a back-up plan in case of trouble.
conversations.prefix: Gambler:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You were raised in a refined environment. You're genteel to the core, unlike most around here. What brings you to this neck of the woods?
conversations.prefix: Gentleman/Lady:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Your best friends are always at your sides; your trusty pistols. You're more apt to settle an argument with a bullet than words.
conversations.prefix: Gunslinger:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: This land has been your peoples' home for thousands of years. Are you interested in these new settlers, or are you prepared to remove them from your homeland, no matter what it takes?
conversations.prefix: Native:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've come to this lawless land to bring the word of God to the heathens and outlaws. The expansion westward won't survive without the good book.
conversations.prefix: Preacher:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're older in years, but wiser for it. You used to be a cowboy, a rancher, a lawman, or maybe even an outlaw. That part of your life is over; or is it?
conversations.prefix: Retired:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: No matter who, or what, you are, you've been raised in the discipline of shamanism. You're familiar with rituals that twist reality.
conversations.prefix: Shaman:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're a trick shot and known throughout the territories as a showman. You can hit nearly anything, still or moving, and make it look damn good all the while.
conversations.prefix: Sharpshooter:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a practiced tracker. Whether it's human, animal, or something else, you know how to stalk it and find it.
conversations.prefix: Tracker/Trapper:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're from back east. You've decided to try your luck out west for whatever reason. Maybe you're running from something, maybe you simply hope to strike it rich. Either way, you're new fish out here.
conversations.prefix: Yankee:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're just a kid. You're ready to prove yourself in this dangerous land, but you've still got a lot to learn. What you lack in wisdom, you make up for in bravery.
conversations.prefix: Young Gun:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're charming or sexy. Either way, you've got a silver-tongue and honeyed lips and you know just what to say to get your way.
conversations.prefix: Alluring:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: It takes a lot to ruffle your feathers. You take nearly everything in stride. You're easy to get along with.
conversations.prefix: Calm:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're sneaky and quick. You know how to exit a bad situation by using your words or slipping by unnoticed.
conversations.prefix: Sly:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're not one to stay in the background. You've got gumption and will leap into action when needed, even at the risk of your own safety.
conversations.prefix: Courageous:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You know what you want and how to get it. You won't let anyone stand in your way.
conversations.prefix: Driven:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're speedy in mind and body. You're especially dexterous and have been known to make moves without anyone noticing.
conversations.prefix: Fast:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're a hero and people know it. You're welcome wherever you go and people have even written songs about your exploits.
conversations.prefix: Hero:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're naturally gifted with some decent brains. You know how the world works and can make connections that others can't.
conversations.prefix: Intelligent:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You aren't one to rush into things without thinking. You've lived this long by being cautious, so something's bound to be working.
conversations.prefix: Thoughtful:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're strong and hardy. You can keep your own in a bar fight and can take a beating if need be.
conversations.prefix: Tough:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're simply affable and friendly. People generally can't help but seem to like you.
conversations.prefix: Kind:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've got a strict moral code and refuse to stray from it. You're admired for your ethical outlook.
conversations.prefix: Noble:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're quick to pick up on things others might miss. You sleep with one eye open and your senses are open to everything around you.
conversations.prefix: Observant:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: When you have something to do, nothing on this earth will stop you from doing it. You'll work yourself to death if you need to.
conversations.prefix: Relentless:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've either got a network of people at your fingertips, a cache of gold stored away somewhere, or you always just happen to be carrying the right tool for the job.
conversations.prefix: Resourceful:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You know just what to say to make someone hurt. You know where to hit them to do the most damage. You know how to push anyone's buttons.
conversations.prefix: Sadist:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You can take care of yourself. You don't necessarily refuse help from others, but you've lived a tough life and know how to make it on your own if you need to.
conversations.prefix: Self-Reliant:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You know a little about a whole lot. You've been around the block and have gained knowledge about various things along the way.
conversations.prefix: Wise:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're a young buck. You generally manage to get away with things that someone older might have trouble with.
conversations.prefix: Young:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've got a drug (or drink) of choice and it impairs your daily life unless you've got your fix. And even then, it can be a major detriment.
conversations.prefix: Addict:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've got a temper and when you're mad, everyone knows it. Sometimes you fly into an uncontrollable rage.
conversations.prefix: Angry:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've taken the concept of nobility to a dangerous level. You're gullible and will do anything to prove that you're not self-absorbed.
conversations.prefix: Chivalrous:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've got some deep-seated fears that you've never managed to work out. You're a scaredy-cat.
conversations.prefix: Coward:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're not a very nice person. It's hard for people to genuinely like you, given your constant mood.
conversations.prefix: Cruel:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're slow-witted, unwise, and often leap to the wrong conclusion. You're not so stupid that you're helpless, you're just not very smart.
conversations.prefix: Dumb:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're weak and delicate. You break easy and you're always the first one to get sick.
conversations.prefix: Frail:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You don't work well with others and tend not to listen to anyone's advice other than your own.
conversations.prefix: Loner:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're self-destructive. You enjoy putting yourself in danger; you get a thrill from it that you can't get any other way.
conversations.prefix: Masochist:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're slow and clumsy. If there's ever one to trip over their own feet or be the last to draw their weapon, it's you.
conversations.prefix: Oafish:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have a one-track mind. You find it difficult to focus on other things when you've got your mind set on something specific.
conversations.prefix: Obsessed:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're not at your peak. You're getting up in years and that's slowed you down some. You're not as quick with the wit like you used to be, and your body doesn't always do what you tell it.
conversations.prefix: Old:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You rarely think before you act. You dive head-first into a situation before you've got a plan of any sort.
conversations.prefix: Reckless:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You put yourself before anything else. You're sometimes a danger in a group because of this.
conversations.prefix: Self-Absorbed:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're not one to speak up or say what's on your mind. You're happy at the back of the crowd, blending in and not being noticed.
conversations.prefix: Shy:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You know best and if someone tells you the sky is blue, you'll find a way to argue that it's green.
conversations.prefix: Stubborn:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've got some sort of deformity or massive scarring. Or maybe you were just born that way. Either way, you're not someone people like to look at.
conversations.prefix: Ugly:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You have a significant lack of social graces. People find your presence distasteful because of your habits, your language, or just your plan bad manners.
conversations.prefix: Uncouth:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're widely known for having done some awful things. People have a negative preconceived notion about you, warranted or otherwise.
conversations.prefix: Villain:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You were created by someone. Either from spare body parts or some other method. You sometimes have difficulty thinking for yourself.
conversations.prefix: Creation:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've sold your soul for something. As time has passed, it's caught up with you. You are slightly devilish in your appearance and abilities.
conversations.prefix: Demonic:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're regular old flesh and blood like most folks.
conversations.prefix: Human:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're just a husk of a person. You've been possessed by a powerful spirit of some kind that now uses your body as its puppet.
conversations.prefix: Possessed:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You were killed before your time was up. You've managed to survive death until you right the wrongs you left behind.
conversations.prefix: Revenant:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a part of some sort of legacy, either a curse or a blessing, which has given you some sort of unexplainable ability.
conversations.prefix: Scion:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're a shapeshifter, able to transform into just about any animal, so long as you have the appropriate gear.
conversations.prefix: Skinwalker:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a vampire. You live off of blood. The legends aren't all correct, but you still have to be quite careful, lest you piss off the wrong people.
conversations.prefix: Vampire:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You have an intense desire to consume human flesh. The longer you avoid this part of you, the more monstrous you become.
conversations.prefix: Wendigo:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're cursed to become a ravenous monster when the moon is full or when you lose your temper.
conversations.prefix: Werewolf:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: This is the only saloon in town, and it used to be fairly sparse. Since more and more travelers have started to show up, it's now bustling.
conversations.prefix: The Double-Tongue Saloon:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: An affable man with an aims-to-please attitude. Deputy Ableson is the public face of the Sheriff's department. Rumor is, it's because he's not good at much else.
conversations.prefix: Deputy Ableson:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Pete's the owner of The Double-Tongue and can usually be found tending bar. He's usually got an ear to the ground for any gossip.
conversations.prefix: Pete O'Dowd:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The man's acting jittery and there's something odd about his eyes. He downed enough liquor that he should be stumbling blind, if not dead, but he seems perfectly fine.
conversations.prefix: Strange Gentleman:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Something is definitely off about this man. Something that a bumbling deputy and a simple cattle rancher wouldn't know to notice.
conversations.prefix: Jobe:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You scope out the new faces, looking for anything peculiar.
conversations.prefix: New Folk:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You watch some of the regulars, seeing if there's anything strange in their behavior.
conversations.prefix: Regulars:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a cardsharp and make your living sitting at poker tables in saloons, fleecing the locals. You're slick and sneaky and always have a back-up plan in case of trouble.
conversations.prefix: Gambler:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You’re plagued by terrifying dreams that relive some traumatic experience, or are just frightening and disturbing. This can cause sleep deprivation that will eventually take its toll.
conversations.prefix: Recurring Nightmares:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You've seen some terrible things. You fought at some of the bloodiest battles of the war. You're looking to put the past behind you, but can you manage to outrun it?
conversations.prefix: Civil War Vet:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You're not one to stay in the background. You've got gumption and will leap into action when needed, even at the risk of your own safety.
conversations.prefix: Courageous:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You know best and if someone tells you the sky is blue, you'll find a way to argue that it's green.
conversations.prefix: Stubborn:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Cyrus may have the bedside manner of a cold stone, but he did actually graduate from a medical school.
conversations.prefix: Medical Knowledge: