The guidance counsellor edges towards the microphone that stands lonely on a bare stage before a sea of students. Her face, bright pink from embarrassment as she taps the microphone, cringing from the echoing feedback.<br/><br/>"Um, G-good morning everyone!" she says with growing confidence, "Welcome to Ethardia Academy!"<br/><br/>She clears her throat then continues.<br/><br/>"As you may already know, Ethardia Academy is the crown jewel of this wonderful new, independent country of Anzen City. We offer a wide range of curriculum, along with the peace of mind that comes with safety within our walls. Although the Academy offers sanctuary for our kind, our focus is peaceful integration into Human society. Our campus offers many on-grounds services from cafeteria, sports facilities, convenience stores, and dormitories, however, I must emphasize that the true nature of our being must remain a secret from the regular Humans at all costs. If we are found out, the culprit responsible for the leak will be severely punished. Should you find yourself in need of services not offered on campus, the immediate surrounding area should have what you need. Remember this simple rule when dealing with Humans off campus:<br/><br/>1. As far as they know, you are Human as well. Give them no reason to think otherwise.<br/>2. Do not speak in a way that would make Humans suspicious. Do not refer to them as "Human" or in a way that would make them think you are referring to them as being different from yourself.<br/>3. Shops and businesses displaying the Academy crest are either Humans who already know of us, or other Non Humans in disguise. You may request certain goods and services from these businesses that would be of concern to normal Humans; Potions, ingredients, magical items, fang sharpeners and that sort of thing.<br/>4. First years are only permitted to leave campus if in pairs or larger group. Second years and above are permitted to have after school jobs off campus.<br/>5. Use common sense and obey the law.<br/>6. Do not transform off campus and within sight of Normal Humans. Those who cannot transform or use illusion magic to hide their natural appearance, must either learn and master the spell, or obtain a masking amulet from your teachers. These Magical amulets will make you look Human to others, but remember the magic is limited and will not cover someone very large, or other extra appendages. Human looking beings must be evaluated by a teacher to be allowed off campus without the spell or amulet. These beings include Vampires, Werewolves in human form, and other beings that can pass for Human.<br/><br/>The counsellor lowered the page she was reading on, the Academy's crest towering over her from behind, emblazoned on the curtains she was standing in front of. A dark red crest with a black wing crossed with a sword on the top. She folded the paper and continued, looking concerned.<br/><br/>"Ethardia Academy is the pride of Anzen City, this beautiful and developed island. For those of you who are new to the City, you've just moved to an independent country as your hassle at the airports and ferries with your passports would have indicated. Your paperwork would also have had to been done to become a citizen of this country and become a student. This Academy is also a part of the government that runs this city, but that's something students shouldn't have to worry about, as the Headmaster and senior staff are busy with those duties."<br/><br/>She stopped for a moment, unsure how to word the next part of the orientation, "Humans have used harsh labels to describe those different from them. Animals, beasts,...Monsters." she said, "Monster is a derogatory word to them, describing a distasteful being of hate and despise. Something meant to be vanquished. To us, it merely means we are different than them. And our differences should make us stronger, yet more understanding to their uneasiness. We call ourselves monsters, but we mean it as a reminder that we can overcome despite our differences and work towards peace. Welcome again, to the Monster Academy Ethardia, The Sanctuary among Humans!"<br/><br/>--------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style="color: gold"><span style="font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;">Characters</span></span><br/><br/><a class="postlink" href="http://i585.photobucket.com/albums/ss299/emilyngracy/Anime%20Boys/large1_zpsaa15d589.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Creator:</span>HylianRose<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Name:</span>Eric Caston<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Age:</span>17<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Race: </span>Penholder<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Powers and Weaknesses:</span>Eric can draw most anything to life. The things he draws to life aren't that powerful nor are they very smart but if he's ever in a pinch and needs something fast, he can draw it into existence. How well the object/thing/being functions depends on how well Eric drew them. He is almost completely useless without some way to draw.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Appearance:</span>Eric would look pretty average if it weren't for his pointed ears and slender, smooth figure. His eyes are slightly slanted and have a certain depth to them that no one can explain.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Height:</span>6'<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Weight:</span>125<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Bio:</span>Eric appears just like a human but is in truth of elvish decent. His ears are slightly pointed and he is pretty tall. The story of his ancestry lie in the books his grandfather possesses. They tell stories of a magical clan of Elves called the Penholders. These Penholders started with Eric's great-great-great-grandfather who wanted to keep the tradition of the penholder magic alive. This seemed like a foolish fairy tale to Eric until one day after his 16th birthday, what Eric drew that night, came to life. People with only have their bodies visible came to life and greeted him as Master, little flowers showered down from his ceiling. He was scared and ran to his grandfather. Again, his grandfather thought he was crazy until he noticed the changes in Eric as well. The once short and stubby child now looked lean and charming. The pointed ears gave away the truth to the matter. His Grandfather let Eric stay with him while he tried to find somewhere to live, somewhere safe. That was when he found an ad for Ethardia Academy. He studied it for a few days before deciding it was their only option and Eric sent there. Now, he has been at the academy for one year. He knows his way around but he's still not very good with people.<br/><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Why They Came to the Academy:</span>To find safety among those like him. Also, he was just following his grandfather's orders.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Extras: </span><br/>--He is from America.<br/>--His birthday is May 18th.<br/>--<span style="color: olive">"Hello... My name's Eric. Welcome to Ethardia..."</span><br/>--Has been given the task to show some of the newer students around.<br/>--<span style="color: olive">"Pax et convictu. The school's motto and a nice one at that."</span>( I hope I've read the rules. I kind of wrote them. )<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/><a class="postlink" href="http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire1/05222008/a/9/0/7/a90708ebe94580_full.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Creator:</span>HylianRose<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Name:</span>Karen Elegia<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Age:</span>26<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Race:</span>Gorgon (Ancestor to Medusa)<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Powers and Weaknesses: </span>Karen, like Medusa, is able to turn being into stone if she wills it and if the target is currently making eye contact with her. Her snake hair is almost always hidden behind a magical barrier, one that Karen spent a lot of time perfecting. She can use small magics, but her greatest spell is the one of camouflage. She can even so far as to make herself appear invisible, though it takes much out of her and she can only do it for a short amount of time.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Appearance:</span>Karen has a bit of a stocky build. She's good with combat and handles a gun well. Other than her snake hair and the scales that appear on the bridge of her nose, she looks like a normal human.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Height: </span>5'5"<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Weight:</span><span style="color: crimson">"Now, why would I tell you that?"</span><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Bio:</span>Karen came to the academy as it was just starting, a startling case all her own. Her powers ran rampant, killing most of her friends and family. For a few years she was only allowed to see other teachers if her hands were tied and her eyes blindfolded. She was a troublesome youth, never wanting any help. Now, as a teacher herself, she finds herself in their position. In the position to help these kids learn what she should have always known. The people here are here to help... But she also wanted to be the person that the kids could run to and be under the radar. A place where they knew they had a safe haven.<br/><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Why They Came to the Academy:</span>Came a second time as a teacher because she was asked to return.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Extras:</span><br/>--Position: Counselor/Nurse (Can also teach combat classes.)<br/>--Born in America<br/>--Born Aug. 9th<br/>--<span style="color: crimson">"Eh, Name's Karen Elegia. You can call me... Ms. K. Or Karen. Ms. Elegia sounds too formal. I'm not exactly a formal person."</span><br/>--<span style="color: crimson">"'Pax et convictu' is the school motto... Right? That's... what it was when I was in school, anyway."</span>( I hope I've read the rules. I kind of wrote them. )<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/><a class="postlink" href="http://www.ezimba.com/work/140114C/ezimba12768270546000.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Creator: </span>HylianRose<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Name:</span>Robin Peterson<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Age:</span>Unknown<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Race:</span>Vampire<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Powers and Weakness: </span>Mrs. Peterson is telepathic. She is able to talk to people with that telepathy as well as move objects. She is not able to see what people are thinking, however. She is able to see most people's auras and tell what emotions they are currently having, though it can be wrong as she might read it incorrectly. She has weaknesses to garlic, salt, and light elemental magic. An angel's aura will generally hurt her if too close.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Position: </span>Librarian<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Bio: </span>Mrs. Peterson has been living a very, very long time. She was once married to a human, but her father killed him soon after. Her family doesn't take kindly to humans and avidly protests Mrs. Peterson's employment at this school.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Extra:</span><br/>--Born in England<br/>--Widowed<br/>--Very short, only about 5 feet tall.<br/>--Appears very young.<br/>--"Pax et convictu", the resounding motto that drives Robin.<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/><a class="postlink" href="http://data2.whicdn.com/images/31677113/anime-boy-man-water-Favim.com-463624_original.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Creator: </span>HylianRose<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Name:</span>Marcus Young<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Age:</span>25<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Race:</span>Merman<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Powers and Weaknesses: </span>Mr. Young is able to swim at super fast speeds with his tail which only appears when wet. He can also control when, if the water hits him, his fins come out, allowing him to walk in shallow water. He is rather slow on land, however but has the arm strength to more than make up for it. He is a skilled fighter.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Position:</span>P.E. Coach/Swim Team Coach<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Bio:</span>Marcus, in his youth, was caught in a net one late afternoon and was slowly being taken aboard the ship. Suddenly, a flash of red went by and he was freed, the net all but burned. When he returned to the area later, a large dragon was sitting by the shore, an old and wise look in his eyes. He pointed in the direction of Ethardia academy, and Marcus gladly followed, glad to have someone on his side for once. He felt his Merpeople family behind in order to explore life on land, much to his mother's distress. He finds time to visit them once every month or so.<br/><span style="font-weight: bold">Extra:</span><br/>--Marcus trusts the Principal with all of his soul.<br/>--Marcus was born in the Atlantic Ocean.<br/>--Born September 22<br/>--<span style="color: cyan">"Hello, and welcome to Gym Class."</span><br/>--<span style="color: cyan">"Pax et Convictu... The Principal certainly has a way with words, doesn't he?"</span><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Creator: Donta<br/>Name: Cecilia Fairfeather<br/>Age: 15<br/>Race: Angel<br/>Powers and Weaknesses:<br/>Holy powers of healing and light, can fly. Cecilia is great with a sword and bow.<br/>Weak against spirit magic and charms, cannot lie<br/><br/>Appearance:<br/><a class="postlink" href="http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m137/doodad64/RP%20Character%20Pictures/f4154976-a839-4d61-bc32-99c1eceab61d_zpsca1ce699.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><br/>Height:5' 6"<br/>Weight: 130 lbs<br/>Bio:<br/>Cecilia recently died and became an Angel, recently from the point of view of other angels who have been around for thousands of years. She is nearly 16 years old, or 16 years since she became an Angel, and lived on Earth with her parents for that time, until they could no longer stay and had to return to Heaven, on business. Time is different in Heaven than on Earth, so their trip would take several years on Earth, but they left Cecilia in the care of their Human staff of their large estate and massive wealth for Cecilia to use and live from.<br/>Cecilia quickly became bored being alone and wanted to see the world she was previously forbidden to explore. She was told she must attend Ethardia Academy before she could travel, as it would give her the education for dealing with Humans. She especially was fond of the schools motto "Pax et convictu" or "Peace and coexistence".<br/><br/>Why They Came to the Academy: To get an education that will enable her to travel and see the world.<br/>Extras:<br/>- Is kind and compassionate.<br/>- Very Naive.<br/>- Sometimes speaks without thinking.<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Creator: Donta<br/>Name: Drake Masters<br/>Age: 17<br/>Race: Gargoyle<br/>Powers and Weaknesses:<br/>Can glide and climb up buildings. Super human strength and agility. Immune to petrification besides what happens at night. Knows basic fire magic spells.<br/><br/>Weakness: Turns to stone at night unless wearing an enchanted pendant. Can be killed if broken in stone form.<br/>Appearance:<br/><a class="postlink" href="http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m137/doodad64/RP%20Character%20Pictures/Gargoyle_Ares_Oo_by_KiraSaintclair_zpsa4d06b93.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/>Height: 6' 4<br/>Weight: 280 lbs<br/>Bio: Was raised by a priest when the church he was perched on was struck by lightning and broke a spell that was placed on him from ancient times. Was taught about the modern times and soon became interested in the outside world. He wanted to travel and see the place, but the Priest said he would have to learn how to blend in with humans at a special school in the same city where he grew up.<br/><br/>Why They Came to the Academy: To learn how to blend in with Humans and not scare them so he could experience the world.<br/><br/>Extras:<br/>- Has a great aptitude for magic, just doesn't know much, a few fire spells.<br/>- Will need another pendant to have a human appearance.<br/>- "Pax et convictu" is what makes him excited to attend.<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Name: Ryu Koseki<br/>Staff Position: Principal<br/>Age: 310<br/>Race: Dragon<br/>Powers and Weaknesses:<br/>Fire. No apparent weaknesses known.<br/><br/>Appearance:<br/>Human Form:<br/><a class="postlink" href="http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m137/doodad64/RP%20Character%20Pictures/609200_1293815215917_full_zpsb36bfe09.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><br/>Dragon Form:<br/><a class="postlink" href="http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd249/luckylukr5392/Anime%20RP%20Characters/0a16d3d0.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/>Height: 4' 4" (Human) 30' 5" (Dragon)<br/>Weight: 140 lbs (Human) 36 tonnes (dragon)<br/>Bio: Not much is known of Mr. Koseki's past. He is a very private person and very placid. It takes quite a bit to get even the most subtle reaction or expression from him as his mind seems to be extremely disciplined.<br/><br/>Extras:<br/>- Has rarely transformed, if ever in the past century.<br/>- Considered one of the most powerful beings on the planet at the moment.<br/>- Is a member of the government.<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Name: Emily Robertson<br/>Staff Position: Assistant/Secretary/Guidance Councillor<br/>Age: 25<br/>Race: Human<br/>Powers and Weaknesses: No powers. Normal Human<br/><br/>Appearance:<br/><a class="postlink" href="http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20110129013351/infinite-stratos/images/b/be/Stratos8.jpg">[ img ]</a><br/><br/>Height: 5" 2<br/>Weight: 120 lbs<br/>Bio: Emily has lived in Anzen City for nearly five years now and was quickly acclimated to the true nature of the city and the secret to the Academy at it's center, because of an incident that nearly cost her her life. She was mugged one night after work and the assailant changed form before her, scaring her half to death and making her question reality itself. She was saved when an old man exited a bar and found them in the alleyway, then in a flash of flame, the mugger was gone and he was kneeling over her. The rest, as they say was history, now living as a Human knowing the truth, she aspires to put her talents to use in whatever way she can.<br/><br/>Why They Came to the Academy: To try and repay a debt to the Principal and to help troubled youth.<br/><br/>Extras:<br/>- can be somewhat skittish around non humans she has never seen before.<br/>- Is rather insightful and is a great counselor, on par with the others at the school.<br/>- Eats candy all the time and it never hurts her figure.<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Creator: Megarandom<br/>Name: Alex (Was given no last name by his creator)<br/>Age: Main body appears 17 and appears to age like a human's<br/>Race: Revenant<br/>Powers and Weaknesses:<br/>Powers- Can animate any inanimate object, as well as plants or even corpses of animals and people, and control them with ease and perfect precision. Has the ability to switch his own soul from object to object incredibly quickly, making him very hard to kill. Has no need for food, as even biological bodies possessed do not come back to life, and has no need for sleep as well. There's a decent sized crack in his back, and if it's looked into, he can possess whoever looked into it.<br/>Weaknesses- Is very clumsy for a little while after switching bodies. Certain bodies taken are very delicate, such as stuffed toys or dolls, can be forced from a body by an exorcism, has his power drained by iron, and hates the touch of salt and silver.<br/>Appearance: His main body is a human-sized doll that looks like a 17 year old male. When possessed by him, it ages like a normal human does. He has golden-blond hair, and purple eyes. He has a lean build, and is of about average height. He has a small purple triangle angled outwards just under the outside corner of each eye. He's made of porcelain with small amounts of metal, and is hollow, but very durable.<br/>Height: 5' 11"<br/>Weight: 74 lbs.<br/>Bio: As a human, he died in a car crash when his family's car was hit by a drunk driver. When in purgatory, waiting to be judged, he was summoned by a necromancer who performed experiments with his summoned spirits. He was put into the body of an intricately created doll, made by the necromancer. Wanting to free all of themselves, he and the other spirits rose up against their master, killing him. He afterwards left the area behind, thankfully passing as a human until hearing about Ethardia Academy.<br/>Why They Came to the Academy: To learn to fit in with human society and control his new-found powers.<br/>Extras: Can use his powers decently well, but sometimes animating objects goes wrong. Has a tendency to accidentally hurt himself seeing as he can't feel pain, only a sensation when part of him actually cracks or breaks. Pax et convictu<br/><br/>--------------------------------<br/><br/>Creator: Rabidness<br/>Name: Arisu Sato<br/>Age: 14<br/>Race: Shifter, but can only shift with her pet crow, Hermes. So she may be more of a Fuser.<br/>Powers and Weaknesses:<br/>Powers:<br/>Can fuse with Hermes<br/>Can fly when fused<br/>Weaknesses:<br/>Very weak after fusing<br/>Can only fuse with Hermes.<br/>Can't fuse without Hermes nearby.<br/>Appearance: In her normal form, Arisu has black straight hair to her shoulders, with brown eyes and pale skin. In her fused form, she looks pretty much the same, except for red eyes and large black wings coming out from her back.<br/>Height: 5"5<br/>Weight: 121.9<br/>Bio: Arisu was put on the doorstep of a rich family. She was always playing with crows when she reached 5 years old, and her family suspected something was different with her. But nonetheless, they took care of her until she began to grow wings after adopting a crow, and the crow, named Hermes, was nowhere to be found. The reputation of the Sato family was tarnished by Arisu flying around town, until she walked back bruised to the house, panting.<br/>Why They Came to the Academy: Arisu's family sent her here so she could learn to control her powers and so they could build their reputation back up.<br/>Extras: Arisu is a vegan. She is also working on the whole transforming thing without her bird, but it is not going so well. Pax et convictu!<br/><br/><br/><br/>--------------------------------------------------------------<br/>OOC Thread -l<a class="postlink-local" href="https://creativefreedomrpg.com/viewtopic.php?f=15&amp;t=41128&amp;p=181371#p181371">viewtopic.php?f=15&amp;t=41128&amp;p=181371#p181371</a>l<br/>Ask either GM(In OOC or PM) if you have questions or concerns.