[The Grigori Program]: Info & Chat
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				Title: <strong>[The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:51:34</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Introduction</strong></span></span></div><br>Welcome to the information and chat thread for the Grigori Program! All writers with an accepted character are free to post here. If you've stumbled into this thread and are interested in joining the story please see our recruitment thread or send a PM to Dotley. This thread will be our central hub for communication with each other and will also store all setting information, writing guidelines and participation rules, and episode summaries.<br><br><hr><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Outside Navigation Links</strong></span></span></div><br><div align="center">[OOC] Character Profiles (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183557.0)<br>[OOC] Recruitment Thread (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184938.0)<br><br>[IC] Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184970.0)</div><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Inside Navigation Links</strong></span></span></div><br><div align="center">[02 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809840#msg8809840)] Announcements<br>[03 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809844#msg8809844)] Rules &amp; Guidelines<br>[04 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809853#msg8809853)] Episode Summaries<br>[05 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809857#msg8809857)] Info: Setting<br>[06 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809858#msg8809858)] Info: Demons &amp; Spawn<br>[07 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809864#msg8809864)] Info: ADAMS<br>[08 (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8809866#msg8809866)] Info: Grigori &amp; Pilots<br></div><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:52:55</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Announcements</strong></span></span></div><br><strong>9/13</strong> - Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You has begun! Click &nbsp;here (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184970.0) to see it. The introduction has been posted and concluded. And Scene 01 (the press conference) has been kicked off. If your characters are involved in Scene 01 you may begin posting for them.<br><br><strong>9/13</strong> - The shiny new recruitment thread is up! You can see it &nbsp;here (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184938.0).<br><br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:53:26</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Rules &amp; Guidelines</strong></span></span></div><br><strong>General</strong><br><ul class="bbc_list"><li><strong>Adhere the rules of Elliquiy</strong>. Especially the civility rule. Please treat your fellow writers with kindness and respect their comfort levels and boundaries.</li><li><strong>Dotley is running this story and Cloudcraft is the co-admin</strong>, but all writers are encouraged to foster their personal creativity and enjoyment of the story. This is a collaborative story so we must collaborate with each other. Speak up when you have worldbuilding questions or ideas and always feel free to contribute to the plot. Just talk with the group about it first. If it doesn't conflict with something that's already been established, is sensible, and doesn't interfere with a future reveal it'll probably be welcomed and adopted into the story. But be respectful if Dot and Cloud issue a final word on a matter.</li><li><strong>Lieges, Ladies, and Lords are all welcome here</strong>. Writers are allowed to write characters with any sex, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation they wish. Writers are free to write queer and trans* characters. The setting of the story specifically allows for this as ADAMS is a diverse and inclusive organization.</li><li><strong>Maintain communication with the group</strong>. If life gets busy, if your muse fails you, if you lose interest, if you're going on vacation, if you need a break from the story, or if you just get confused - let us know! If you want to leave the story than please be honest and let us know so we're not worrying about what happened to you. If you need or want to go on a hiatus than please let us know and we'll arrange something so you can return when you're ready. If you're just going to be slow posting for a while than just let us know so we can either wait or work around your characters.</li><li><strong>Consensual romance and sex is allowed to occur between characters, but it’s optional</strong>. Flirting and sex can be a great way to express or deepen character relationships, but sexual encounters are not the focal point of the story. If a writer doesn't want their character to pursue any intimate relationships or they opt to “fade to black” before a romantic or sexual scene their character is involved in becomes explicit than their decision will be respected. The scene by scene format of the story requires that sex scenes have some pre-planning so it doesn't slow down or interrupt the rest of the story. Please PM Dotley if you and another writer decide to write your characters in a sex scene and options on how to handle it will be discussed.</li><li><strong>For right now the story is being hosted in Light: Small Human Groups, though it may change in the future</strong>. Due to mature themes it will never be moved into the Non-Adult forums. While sexual content will never warrant the story being moved into Extreme, there's the possibility that plot content (the war, the horror that is the demons, etc) might warrant a move later on. There's also the chance that characters might engage in some BDSM that would warrant a move into Bondage: Small Human Groups. If it looks like we need to move we'll have a discussion about it in the OOC before I PM a mod to move the threads.</li><li><strong>Multiple characters are allowed and encouraged</strong>! Due to the episode and scene formatting of the story it isn't always possible for every single character to participate in every scene. Playing multiple characters allows writers the chance to be involved in more scenes.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Posting</strong><br><ul class="bbc_list"><li><strong>No dice and no system. This is structured freeform</strong>. When you make a decision about your character's actions please be sensible about it. Keep the overall story, character development, and what is fun or interesting for you personally and for the whole group at the forefront of your head. If you're ever lost on what to have your character do remember how crucial communication and collaboration is to the story. So pop into the OOC and ask your fellow writers for help. The resolution to IC fights or conflicts should be agreed on OOCly, and all writers with characters involved in a fight or conflict should be excited to write it. While there will be plenty of opportunities for characters to be awesome and glorious that shouldn't be your only goal for them. Be open and excited to also see them fail and struggle. It makes for great character development. And remember - IC drama is fun and delicious, but OOC drama is not. Do not confuse the two.</li><li><strong>Do not godmod another writer's characters or the NPCs</strong>. Do not write about the thoughts, feelings, dialogue, or actions of a character that is not your own unless you are outright given permission to do so.</li><li><strong>Write your posts in past tense and in a third person limited point of view</strong>. In the event that you're writing two of your character in the same scene it's crucial that you stick with limited to avoid confusion.</li><li><strong>Do not bold or color your character's dialogue or any part of their posts</strong>. I understand many writers on E are used to doing this or prefer to do it for a myriad of reasons, but in this story the use of bold and colored font will have a special significance. Please refrain unless we grant you permission to do it. Likewise please stick to the forum's standard alignment, sizing, and font for easy readability. You may use italics for a character's direct thoughts or for emphasize.</li><li><strong>Try to aim for at least two paragraphs per post, but one paragraph is permitted</strong>. We understand sometimes one paragraph is the only possibility if the scene is heavy with action, dialogue, the scene is just moving quickly, or you just can't think of anything else to add. All posts should contain some substance though. Your character should be saying, thinking, feeling, or doing something so they contribute to the scene and reacting to the other characters they're around. Try to really dig into your character's head and show us who they are. And please use some sort of spell check program and read over your own post before putting it up. Spelling and grammar errors happen, but if the errors are so numerous the post becomes difficult to read you'll be asked to edit it.</li><li><strong>Try to post once a week</strong>. If ten days pass and you have a character in a scene where a response from them is vital for other writers to continue moving along the story, and you haven't posted in the OOC chat or otherwise been in contact with the group, you will receive a PM reminding you to post. If you don't respond to the reminder and let us know what's up your character may be temporarily sidelined so other writers can continue to post.</li></ul>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:54:39</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Episode Summaries</strong></span></span></div><br><strong>Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You</strong>: A full summation of the entire episode will be written once it has concluded. Until then follow the scene by scene summaries (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184970.msg8897500#msg8897500) provided directly in the episode's thread.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:55:23</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Information: the Setting</strong></span></span></div><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Background History</strong></span></span><br><br>In 2050 a meteorite crashed into the Pacific Ocean and caused devastating tsunami along the Pacific rim. But the deaths and damage from that natural disaster paled in comparison to what happened months after the impact. Monstrous entities emerged from the global ocean and attacked. Some were no bigger than a dog or a bus, but some were as long as trains. They swarmed villages, towns, and cities and seemed to ruin without reason or purpose. There was no way to negotiate with the beasts. Military forces around the world fought back against the tides of these mysterious invaders, but their numbers never seemed to diminish. These spawn continually rose up from the depths of the ocean. Yet large pockets of humanity and their nations managed to survive against the relentless onslaught of the spawn.<br><br>Until something much bigger appeared.<br><br>A year after impact something emerged from the ocean, same as the monstrous spawn, though it was far more horrific and dangerous. It was vaguely humanoid in appearance and stood over 80 meters tall. It possessed destructive capabilities so severe and unlike anything humans had ever seen that its weapons and defenses were attributed to magic. More followed in the wake of the first one. Humans named them demons and learned to fear them well. The demons were nothing like their spawn. While spawn were numerous and attacked as one mindless mass they were able to be put down with conventional weaponry, but the demons attacked independently and were wholly unique. The appearance of a demon made weather patterns go haywire, they generated strange anomalies around the world, and humanity's greatest weapons of destruction couldn't even touch them due to a strange shielding capability. And most terrifying of all was the intellectual capacity the demons demonstrated. Unlike the spawn they could learn and utilize tactics in combat. The apocalypse had arrived.<br><br>But humanity made the decision not to go down without a fight. The nations of the world pooled their resources together and united their greatest minds to make humanity’s most complicated and deadly achievement of technology: the Grigori Units. Large humanoid constructions made of mechanic and organic components. Humanity’s bravest co-piloted these inventions in a last bid effort to defeat demons. And they succeeded. While conventional human weaponry left nary a scratch on the demons the Grigori possessed the ability to break through the demon's unique shielding and deliver killing blows.<br><br>For 44 years humanity has used the Grigori Units to battle demons and their unending spawn. While the nations of the world have not united into one massive collective, they have fractured into cooperative unions based on continental location. And they have managed to come together as ADAMS: the Allied Defense Against Malignant Spirits. This organization, globally funded and supported by all the unions of earth, leads humanity’s war against the demonic invasion. ADAMS might not to be able to cancel the apocalypse, but they’ve gotten good at getting it renewed for another season.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Technology</strong></span></span><br><br>The technology level of the world is certainly advanced compared to modern times, but it's not to the level of high or hard science fiction. There are functioning lasers and plasma canons out there, but they are rarely used. The technological feel of the world is more industrial. Prosthetics and that like do exist and are advanced, but they are prohibitively expensive. Because of that prosthetics are mostly used by the military. In general, most of the technology is impressive by our standards, but it was made in a desperate, war-ravaged economy. It will have scifi functions but it may not look particularly pretty, have an acceptable success rate, or even be safe. Most weapons are pushed through development out of necessity.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Metatron</strong></span></span><br><br>A supercomputer developed and created by ADAMS. Metatron is humanity's most advanced and intelligent computer. It was created prior to the birth of the Grigori and was an instrumental tool in constructing the Grigori. It is considered humanity's second greatest achievement of science. Metatron helps with the maintenance, setup, launching, and tracking of the Grigori Units due to the complexity of operating them. Without Metatron's assistance it would take ADAMS an obscene amount of hours of continuous manual labor to get the Grigori Units ready for combat. Metatron is a huge shortcut in preparing the Grigori Units and ensuring safety regulations are followed. During combat missions Metatron helps track and analyze the pilot’s synchronization and fidelity ratings. It is remotely connected to all the Grigori and helps with communication between the Grigori pilots and ADAMS. It can calm pilots in emergency situations as Metatron often retains contact with the Grigori even if visual and audio contact with pilots is otherwise lost due to unit damage.<br><br>It also preforms a variety of other functions as well. Metatron assists the ADAMS Board of Representatives in their deliberations, oversees the security systems of ADAMS, oversees the lighting and energy use and oxygen levels in buildings, stores and compiles essential data, and works closely with Administration and Research and Development on many projects. In general Metatron is consulted to determine the best courses of action when ADAMS encounters time sensitive problems. It routinely offers tactical and strategic recommendations. Metatron has been integrated directly into the buildings and design of ADAMS Headquarters in the city of First Haven, on Watcher's Island.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:55:32</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Information: Demons and their Spawn</strong></span></span></div><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font">Under construction.</span></div><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Overview of Demons</strong></span></span><br><br>Demons are mysterious and lethal entities. Humanity is unsure of where they came from and why they are attacking humans. There are numerous theories on the wheres, hows, and whys of demons but few have been proven wrong and none can be proven right. Some believe that demons and the spawn were on the meteor that crashed into the earth, but it's simply illogical for so many things to possibly fit onto it. Others believe that the demons come from below ground or from the deepest, uncharted depths of the ocean. Unlike the spawn demons are completely unique in appearance and capabilities. They are named after the demons of the Ars Goetia.<br><br>All that is known for sure is that demon's posses something known as a "TT field". This makes them invincible against conventional weaponry. When attacked the demon's TT field activates and serves as a vibrantly colored shield that deflects or absorbs the attack. Demons display intelligence, though their intelligence levels vary, and so far no demon has used anything resembling a weapon. They use their massive bodies, their TT fields, weather, and natural elements to attack and kill. Currently no demons have awakened together or cooperated in their attacks. They emerge from the ocean and act independently. When they emerge they will attack and destroy before a Grigori Unit manages to kill them or the demon retreats back into the ocean. All demons can swim and a few rare demons are capable of flight.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>The Spawn</strong></span></span><br><br>Uncountable, constant, and annoying are the most fitting words to describe spawn. Their biology and behavior is difficult for humans to understand even after decades of intense study. They are similar to the demons, though their intelligence is staggeringly low and they are much smaller. Many spawn share a faint, though more strange and horrific, resemblance to various species of ordinary animals or mythological creatures. Most of them seem to have no need to eat to sustain themselves, though research has proven that some variations of spawn require food to survive and some require access to sunlight or water. <br><br>There are thousands of different types and appearance variations to spawn. New types of spawn are frequently being discovered, though despite their outward differences they are surprisingly uniform in their behavior. Spawn seem to be limited to three modes of behavior - frenzy, nesting, and marching. When spawn display frenzy behavior they will mindlessly attack any sign of life they encounter. They'll kill humans, animals, and sometimes even flora and fauna. When displaying nesting behavior spawn will amass together in large groups and become passive. Different spawn types will nest in different ways - some will hide themselves underwater or find dark spaces to clump together, though some will also gather in direct sunlight or in exposed areas. When spawn encounter a demon they will display marching behavior. They will follow the demon and mimic what it does.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>The Demons</strong></span></span><br><br><strong>Amon</strong>: Unknown. The first demon to awaken. Amon emerged from the Pacific Ocean one year after the demon spawn were unleashed onto the world. He ravaged the shorelines of the nations dotted along the pacific rim. Attacks by Amon were initially random, but he quickly began to display tactical knowledge and higher intelligence by focusing attacks on military forces and areas of farming or production. A peculiarity of this demon was that Amon was only active during daylight. During the night the demon seemed to disappear into the ocean and didn't reemerge until sunrise. His main mode of attack was a bright beam or waves of light that incinerated anything in their path. Amon's assaults lasted for a few months, though their frequency and severity eventually dwindled before they stopped all altogether. In Amon's last few appearances the demon appeared and flashed its TT field, but he didn't attack. It has been decades since Amon was last spotted. He was the first demon to display intelligence and the ability to learn.<br><br><strong>Shax</strong>: Unknown. The second demon to awaken.<br><br><strong>Andras</strong>: Defeated. The third demon to awaken. Andras is considered one of the most dangerous demons to ever emerge and was by far the most destructive to date. The demon attacked ruthlessly and frequently, but didn't express much intellectual capability. His TT field was various shades of red. Andras was eventually defeated by a volley of Grigori prototype units.<br><br><strong>Leraje</strong>: Active. The fourth demon to awaken. Originally mistaken for a large spawn. Humans realized their error when she displayed a TT field to protect herself against a missile strike in the English channel. Her TT field is various shades of green and the spawn that follow her usually destroy crops and areas of nature. Leraje was one of the first demons to demonstrate battle strategy. When she appears she attacks quickly and retreats before she faces retaliation. Because of this no Grigori have engaged in battle with Leraje. ADAMS researchers have noticed that an appearance by Leraje often heralds the awakening of a new demon.<br><br><strong>Buer</strong>: Defeated. The fifth demon to awaken. Buer first emerged off the coastline of eastern Australia. Buer remained passive upon his emergence and didn't even display a TT field. Various nations debated for hours on how to handle the demon and the eventual decision was to drop a series of nukes on him. The nukes were ineffective and Buer ravaged the coastlines of Australia and other islands in the West Pacific before he was defeated by a launch of several Grigori prototype units. Its TT field was blue.<br><br><strong>Marchosias</strong>: Defeated. The sixth demon to awaken. Marchosias emerged off the coastline of China. She initially remained passive upon her emergence but after being attacked became aggressive. Marchosias disappeared and reappeared for weeks, doing major landscape and structural damage to China, Japan, Vietnam, and India before she was defeated by Grigori prototype units.<br><br><strong>Murmur</strong>. Active. The seventh demon to awaken. His TT field is various shades of pink. First emerged off the coastline of Brazil. Murmur devastated civilian populations of eastern South America and western Africa. He was the first demon that Unit 01-Samyaza and Unit 02-Penemue engaged in combat with. The Grigori Units managed to force him to retreat. Murmur's activity has been sporadic.<br><br><strong>Gremory</strong>. Defeated. The eighth demon to awaken. She. The first demon to be defeated by Unit 01-Samyaza and Unit 02-Penemue.<br><br><strong>Phenex</strong>. Defeated. The ninth demon to awaken. He emerged near California and attacked the coastline before moving inland. His TT field was various shades of orange. Phenex was confronted and killed by Unit 00-Azazel.<br><br><strong>Valefar</strong>. Defeated. The eleventh demon to awaken. She.<br><br><strong>Furfur</strong>: Defeated. The twelfth demon to awaken. He.<br><br><strong>Vassago</strong> Defeated. The thirteenth demon to awaken. He.<br><br><strong>Belial</strong>: Active. The fourteenth demon to awaken. He.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:56:10</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Information: ADAMS</strong></span></span></div><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><strong>Under construction</strong>.</span></div><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>ADAMS: Overview</strong></span></span><br><br>The Allied Defense Against Malignant Spirits. ADAMS is an international military and scientific organization that was established after the awakening of the first demon. It is funded and supported by all the continental unions of the earth. ADAMS leads the war against demons, controls the Grigori Program, and has ownership of the supercomputer system known as Metatron. In the event of a demon attack ADAMS authority usurps any other local, national, and continental authority. ADAMS is one of the top employers of the world, employing thousands of people, and they are one of the few employers to give their employees consistent wages along with health and education benefits.<br><br>ADAMS Headquarters is located in First Haven, a city on the western side of Watcher's Island, previously known as Vancouver Island. The nation of Canada officially donated control of the whole island and its immediate air and naval space to ADAMS use. While ADAMS has significantly built and reconstructed the island, primarily for transportation ease, they have also left many of the island's temperate rainforests untouched. While ADAMS Headquarters sprawls above ground the most important facilities are located below ground. Command Central, the Grigori Units, the barracks for Grigori trainees and pilots, and the majority of Research and Development's labs are all below ground. ADAMS has numerous other branches scattered throughout the world, though these branches don't possess Grigori Units.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>ADAMS: Structure</strong></span></span><br><br>In order to efficiently and independently operate ADAMS is made up of numerous departments, each with their own divisions. Each department is led by a Director and each division is led by a Head or Commander.<br><br><strong>The Board of Representatives</strong>: Is made up of two representatives from each continental union. The elusive board oversees ADAMS operations and makes essential decisions when Metatron concludes that the active Tactical Commander, Administration Director, or the Departmental Council doesn’t possess the authority or insight to make them. The identity and location of representatives is kept a secret until their retirement. The presence of the board is primarily for plot purposes and to give OOC group decisions an IC justification.<br><br><strong>Administration</strong>: This department is tasked with the general organizing, coordinating, and control of ADAMS. It handles budget allocation, information technology, and human resource management. It assumes responsibility for the Grigori pilots and oversees their recruitment and training. Administration is also charged with the maintenance of Metatron. During a demon attack this department also assumes tactical control and has supreme authority over decisions made by ADAMS unless Metatron calls for a vote among the Departmental Council or the Board of Representatives. <br><ul class="bbc_list"><li><span class="bbc_u">Tactical and Technical Operations</span>: Acts as mission control during missions. While this division is led by a Tactical Commander the authority and responsibility of the position rotates. There are a handful of Tactical Commanders and they work in shifts. Only one Tactical Commander is ever on active duty at a time and while on the clock they assume control the division and lead the missions the Grigori Units are involved in. Communication Specialists, Strategic Analysts, and Grigori Support Technicians work here to ensure everything runs smoothly. (If you're familiar with the mecha genre this division is basically full of bridge bunnies). </li><li><span class="bbc_u">Special Intelligence Operations</span>: Led by a Head. A small group that reports to and works directly under orders from the Administration Director. The work of this division is so highly classified information that even other department directors are unsure of their purpose. When a demon is killed this division is the first to begin inspection and dissection of the demon's corpse.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">The Grigori Program</span>: Led by a Head.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">Information Technology:</span> Led by a Head.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">Human Resources</span>: Led by a Head.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">Financial</span>: Led by a Head.</li></ul><br><strong>Research and Development</strong>: The pride of ADAMS and the primary reason for the organization even existing. This department leads research on demon spawn and the demons. They create the Grigori with Metatron’s assistance and are also tasked with their maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. <br><ul class="bbc_list"><li><span class="bbc_u">Research</span>: Led by a Head.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">Engineering</span>: Led by a Head.</li><li><span class="bbc_u">Programming</span>: Led by a Head.</li></ul><br><strong>Medical Science and Healthcare</strong>: This department is tasked with traditional and emergency medical assistance and preventive healthcare for all ADAMS personnel. They also perform their own research and development into medicine and disease.<br><br><strong>Public Relations</strong>: They handle legal issues and media coverage of ADAMS. They organize publicity/charity/fundraising events, press releases, newsletters, and social media.<br><br><strong>Defense Forces</strong>: The military of ADAMS. Includes an army, navy, air force, and special operations. In the event of a demon attack these forces act as first response. They keep a demon's attention occupied until a Grigori unit arrives. Soldiers in the ADAMS Defense Force are usually honorably transferred into it from their Union's Defense Forces.<br><br><strong>Relief Guard</strong>: They provide protection, emergency aid, and resources to civilian populations until a Union's government and their Union Defense Force stabilize after a demon or spawn attack.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:56:17</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Information: Grigori and their Pilots</strong></span></span></div><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font">Under construction.</span></div><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Overview of the Grigori</strong></span></span><br><br><div align="center">"They're not computers. I understand machines. They're something else."</div><br>The prototype Grigori were little more than glorified suicide bombs. They packed enough of a punch to rip through a demon’s TT field to strike, but they had no defensive TT fields of their own. In the long run this method of fighting wasn’t effective so humanity began to experiment. The Research and Development department at ADAMS managed to figure out how to create Grigori Units with a TT fields of their own. What most people, even the pilots, fail to realize is that the Grigori are more alive than they could ever imagine them to be.<br><br>While all Grigori Units are capable of traversing water there are currently no Grigori Units that are capable of flight.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>The Grigori Units</strong></span></span><br><br><strong>Unit 00-Azazel</strong>: Inactive. Its temperament has been classified as disagreeable. Azazel was designed for close quarters combat and the ability to dish out sheer destructive force. Its color scheme is red and black. The TT shield it deploys is primarily red and its TT armaments are fire and heat based. Azazel is the only remaining Grigori prototype unit. It was briefly retired after the successful launches of Unit 01-Samyaza and Unit 02-Penemue, but was later introduced back into combat after being reconstructed with a sleeker design and upgraded with TT capabilities. Azazel has seen the most combat out of all units and has the highest spawn killcount and participation in combat missions against demons. Four years ago Azazel was involved in a failed combat mission against the demon Beliel that ended in the deaths of its pilots, Marie Andre and Ignatius Bennett. Much to the confusion of the Research and Development department, Metatron has locked down the plug entry due to safety and security concerns. Azazel has been repaired, but until Research and Development and Administration can get Metatron to unlock the entry plug the unit is inoperable.<br><br><strong>Unit 01-Samyaza</strong>: Active. Its temperament has been classified as agreeable. All pilots that meet minimum synchronization and fidelity requirements are given piloting clearance. Samyaza is a slim, streamlined unit, designed for precision maneuvers and advanced mobility. Besides its golden and white color scheme and some internal differences it is Unit 02-Penemue’s twin. Its TT field is various shades of yellow. Unit 01 excels in eroding the TT fields of demons. Many personnel in the Research and Development department affectionately refer to Samyaza as Sammy.<br><br><strong>Unit 02-Penemue</strong>: Active. Its temperament has been classified as disagreeable. Penemue is a slim, streamlined unit, designed for precision maneuvers and advanced mobility. Its color scheme is primarily silver and white. Its TT field is white. While it is Unit 01’s twin Unit 02 is capable of moving faster. Pilots synchronizing with Penemue for the first time will notice that the process feels tense, almost hostile compared to Samyaza or Sariel. For some seemingly loose criteria, Penemue refuses to synchronize with some pilots. The combat specifications that it judges most harshly are TT Armaments and Navigation. The pilot in charge of the other specifications does not need the same criteria, provided that they sync well with their co-pilot. Once fully operational, successful pilots report that moving in Penemue feels like gliding on air. Many personnel in the Research and Development department affectionately refer to Unit 02 as Penny.<br><br><strong>Unit 03-Sariel</strong>: Active. Its temperament has been classified as agreeable. Pilots rarely experience trouble synchronizing with Sariel and they generally find the process to be relaxing. Its color scheme is white and blue. Its TT field is a very dark blue. This unit has a weak TT field that is easily broken by a direct, focused attack from a demon. Research and Development are unsure why Saiel's TT capabilities are so weak compared to Samyaza and Penemue. Numerous attempts at enhancing Sariel's TT output have been unsuccessful as Metatron has concluded that Sariel is functioning as intended. Sariel does have a unique feature in that any of its repairs can be completed in half the time it takes to repair the other units.<br><br><strong>Unit 04</strong>: Inactive. This unit is currently being created by the Research and Development department.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>The Pilots of the Grigori Program</strong></span></span><br><br>Grigori pilots come from around the world and from a variety of backgrounds. Pilots are never found ineligible due to sex, gender, race, ethnicity, Union citizenship, or sexual orientation. But eligibility is restricted on age. Pilots will never be accepted or drafted if they are under 15 or over 40. Becoming a pilot is the result of either luck or initiative. <br><br>The first step to becoming a pilot is having one's synchronization rating tested. In some stable regions around the world it is possible to apply to have one's synchronization rating tested, but ADAMS also routinely orders synchronization rating tests for research and recruitment purposes. Sometimes this will entail ADAMS merely accepting volunteers, though sometimes it's the result of ADAMS ordering a synchronization rating test of everyone within a specific area. Anyone tested and found a natural synchronization rating test over 15% is automatically drafted into the Grigori Program. Those with a natural synchronization above 5% are eligible to pursue acceptance into the Grigori Program.<br><br>The Grigori Units are always co-piloted. The strain and complication of operating a Grigori in combat is too much for one person to handle. There are five essential facets of operation to a Grigori Unit: TT Field and TT Armaments, Conventional Armaments, Movement, Navigation, and Communication. While operating a Grigori the pilots will divvy up these responsibilities between the two of them. All pilots are trained in these responsibilities, but some pilots are more skilled in certain areas.<br><br><strong>TT Field and TT Armaments</strong>: the shielding and weaponry of the Grigori unit. These offense and defense capabilities are what make it possible for the Grigori unit to harm and kill demons.<br><br><strong>Conventional Armaments</strong>: Standard weaponry. Bullets, bombs, etc. Grigori units tend to use their conventional armaments to kill demon spawn. Conventional Armaments will not harm demons due to the demon's TT field, but they can be used in strategic ways during combat.<br><br><strong>Movement</strong>: The ability and ease for the pilot to control the movement of the Grigori unit.<br><br><strong>Navigation</strong>: Essential to efficient movement. Navigation is the ability for the pilot to comprehend and understand what is occurring on the battle field, especially the direction and positioning of everything, so the Unit Grigori can be moved safely and efficiently.<br><br><strong>Communication</strong>: A pilot in charge of communication within a Grigori unit maintains verbal contact with their tactical commander, mission control, and other pilots.<br><br><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Synchronization &amp; Fidelity Ratings</strong></span></span><br><br>Not just anyone can hop into a Grigori and pilot it. While intensive training is required to understand how to operate it the most important requirement is the pilot’s individual synchronization rating with a unit. A Grigori unit must have a 50% synchronization or fidelity rating with its pilots in order to be operable. <br><br>Every single human on earth has a unique natural synchronization with the Grigori. The average synchronization rating for an untrained person is 3%. The lowest is 1% and the highest is 20%. A high natural synchronization doesn’t always imply a better pilot or limit someone with a low natural synchronization. 20% is a hurdle that all potential pilots must jump, but once jumped pilots are able to train their synchronization rate higher. Those with high natural synchronizations just get to attempt that jump sooner. <br><br>A pilot’s individual synchronization is important because when combined with another pilot’s synchronization is becomes their fidelity rating. If Pilot A has a synchronization rating of 35% and Pilot B has a synchronization rating of 25% than their fidelity rating usually comes out as 60%.<br><br>Synchronization and fidelity ratings fluctuate. When in combat they tend to rise. Pilots can undergo training to increase synchronization and fidelity, but the effectiveness of this varies. Physical status has no bearing on a pilot’s synchronization rating. It will not lower because of illness or natural bodily occurrences like menstruation. But there is some proof that a pilot’s mental or emotional status affects their synchronization rating.<br><br>There are numerous physical and interpersonal activities that can increase a pilot’s fidelity rating with other pilots: group yoga, dancing, playing games like chess or go, cooking and sharing meals, taking naps together, solving math problems, repairing broken objects, etc. The list of proven activities to increase fidelity is extensive. The most controversial method for increasing fidelity ratings is sex. Testing and research on this has been inconclusive and ADAMS officially discourages pilots from engaging in sex to try to increase ratings due to moral and legality concerns.<br><br>With training and combat experience Grigori pilots typically have a synchronization rating between 30% to 45%. What happens if a pilot if able to achieve a synchronization rating above 50%? That's a delightful horror that we'll be finding out during the course of the story.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:56:25</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:56:33</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:56:41</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:57:04</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:57:13</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:57:22</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:57:31</strong>
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				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 04:57:40</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 06:59:49</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>the OOC is Now Open</strong></span></span></div><br>As you can see it's very much still under construction, but accepted writers are now free to post and chat in this thread! I'll toss out a few icebreaker discussion prompts to get us going.<br><br><ul class="bbc_list"><li>Hi! How are you doing today?</li><li>Let's talk about our own characters and start considering how we can connect them to other writer's characters.</li><li>Pilot Call Signs: I'll let Cloud handle this topic because she's really good at it&nbsp; 8-) </li></ul>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 07:07:55</strong>
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				Woohoo! Well, I'm doing alright. :&gt;<br><br>Can't wait to start working out how to connect Yeonhye to others, but obviously I'll need to see who else got in :o<br><br>Oooh, the excitement is killing me! THE MYSTERY!<br><br>Also, I should get to work on my pilot, Kinah. How are we handling secondary characters, sending them to you via PM again?
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 07:32:37</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8810459#msg8810459">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 28-08-2013, 07:07:55</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Can't wait to start working out how to connect Yeonhye to others, but obviously I'll need to see who else got in :o</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Excellent point. Here is a link to the profile thread (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183557.0)! It's still under construction. <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8810459#msg8810459">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 28-08-2013, 07:07:55</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Also, I should get to work on my pilot, Kinah. How are we handling secondary characters, sending them to you via PM again?</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Correct. Please PM additional character profiles to me again&nbsp; :-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 08:25:40</strong>
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				Hi all, glad to be aboard. :) I enjoyed reading the profiles so far--and it seems Julie and Yeonhye have a few things in common. Damn buildings, always falling on people. :P If not for Julie being able to synch with the Grigori, she would have also gone into R&amp;D. Of course, the contrasts between the two ought to help make their interactions interesting.<br><br>Julie is generally someone who is easy to get along with, but as mentioned in her background she keeps people at a distance. She's the sort who has plenty of work acquaintances to exchange friendly banter with, but no actual friends she is willing to confide in. A lot of the details of her life are probably not general knowledge, though there could easily be rumors that she's a little nuts or something. She uses the recorder in private but its possible someone has overheard her using it. As the story progresses I think Julie may open up to someone who makes an effort with her, but if enough bad things happen to her she could backslide instead. Just going to play that by ear.<br><br>I'll be interested to see how the call signs are handled. I had my own idea for one but I won't mention it yet in case that would mess up how Cloud will go about this. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 08:58:45</strong>
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				I thought the same thing looking&nbsp; at Julie's. :3<br><br>I look forward to seeing how their relationship develops :&gt;<br><br>Curious to see who else we get on board. I'm already working on my pilot, Kinah :D
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 11:00:10</strong>
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				Hi everyone~~ I just got back from work. @w@ It's so hot out and I'm glad to be home. <br><br>CALL SIGNS. Yes. So here's the quick points about that:<br><br>Call signs are:<ul class="bbc_list"><li>like a codename. During tests, flights, and combat, central command and your other pilots will refer to your by your call sign. Exceptions obviously happen, but call signs are preferred over personal names because they are..</li><li>unique! The point of a call sign is to have a very distinctive name that won't get mixed up with anybody else's. For example, what if you had two pilots with the last names Andrew and Anderson? Hence, each call sign sounds very different and won't be confused with other words. To that end, they must be..</li><li>at least two syllables long. Three is also acceptable, but one or four are not. One syllable words can be easily confused or misheard, but two or three syllables are less likely to be mixed up. Any longer than three syllables and you begin to sacrifice ease of communication. But that's ok, because they're meant to be..</li><li>funny! Or at least interesting. Think of Battlestar Galactica for this. You can have cool call signs, like Starbuck or Apollo, or really silly ones like Hot Dog. It doesn't really matter, but for this game we were trying to shoot for something like inside jokes. Think of the nicknames your character might be given during training, stemming from their looks or quirks. The best call signs are half compliment, half insult.</li></ul><br>Some examples! :D<ul class="bbc_list"><li>Ignatius Bennett, call sign <em>Jackhammer</em> - Iggy is dead when the story begins, but he has a call sign anyways. :P Most people assumed that he earned this name by wailing on demons with the Grigori's physical armaments, but it's actually because during training, everyone could hear him masturbating in the barracks in the middle of the night. He chose to wear it proudly.</li><li>Tianran Jin, call sign <em>Dollface</em> - Tianran, in short, looks like he belongs in an Asian boy band. He's got really soft, clear skin and long, dark hair. Prior to her death, Marie Andre called him Doll and it stuck. He hated it at first, but doesn't really care anymore. Allen Shepherd, Dot's character, has a similar nickname based on his looks--<em>Goldilocks</em>.</li></ul>So really, go nuts with this one. Think of what schoolyard <del>bullies</del> kids would call your character and that will probably work great. If you want, we can bounce suggestions around until we find something good. If it's too close to another character's call sign (like Rackjammer, for example), you'd probably have to think of a new one. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 15:07:34</strong>
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				Hmm... naming fail. Kinah is Afghan, I need a Pashto or Arabic name...<br><br>Afia, it is! Afia Durrani I think! Pastho names are surprisingly simple! :D<br><br>Thankfully I went with that instead of giving her an Arabic Afghan name, which... are ridiculously complicated for non-native speakers like me ._.;<br><br>Pastho names are more or less like standard Western names, except they don't have a family name, instead using a tribal name. Afia's from the Durrani tribe, so her name is Afia Durrani.<br><br>Also, I think I asked this before, but I didn't see an answer for it: What union would Afghanistan be a part of? Asian? African? Speaking geographically, its a part of Asia. But politically, the Middle-East is pretty distinct from what people would consider "Asia". Then again, I don't think people would call it "African" either.<br><br>Then again, I'm American. I think your average American map or globe just has two distinctions "America" and "Foreigners".<br><br>THEN AGAIN! Having taken my 'Murican self over to a map, it does appear Afghanistan shares a TIIIINY little border with China. So I'm guessing they'd probably group together with the rest of Asia.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 15:15:21</strong>
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				Yep, it would be part of the Asian Union. Attempts were made to create a Middle Eastern Union, but religious and political infighting between humans meant those attempts led nowhere fast&nbsp; :-(
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 17:45:42</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8811002#msg8811002">Quote from: cloudcraft on 28-08-2013, 11:00:10</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Ignatius Bennett, call sign <em>Jackhammer</em> - Iggy is dead when the story begins, but he has a call sign anyways. :P Most people assumed that he earned this name by wailing on demons with the Grigori's physical armaments, but it's actually because during training, everyone could hear him masturbating in the barracks in the middle of the night. He chose to wear it proudly.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>lol, that one is pretty awesome. I'm not really good at this sort of thing, so I don't think I'll attempt to think of call signs for other pilot characters. Also, not sure I'd want a humorous call sign for Julie--seeing as she has no real friends at the start I doubt anyone would be inclined in-character to come up with an affectionately mocking name for her in the first place.<br><br>I was thinking of going with "Saber" on account of her being good with TT blades, and I just generally like the sound of it. Also in battle I see her as the cold, methodical type looking to bring her prey to ground as efficiently as possible--so it could also be a reference to a saber-tooth tiger.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 21:39:36</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8811002#msg8811002">Quote from: cloudcraft on 28-08-2013, 11:00:10</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Allen Shepherd, Dot's character, has a similar nickname based on his looks--<em>Goldilocks</em>.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Not only is Goldilocks a riff on Allen’s blond hair, but it’s also a subtle insult to his social class too. In a world where starvation is a real issue around the globe the story of Goldilocks would have a tone of greed – she had to try out all that food and discarded it until she found the ‘right’ one for her? Allen is from a privileged background and it shows in his attitude towards food. He’s picky and holds onto table manners because he’s never known real hunger.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8812223#msg8812223">Quote from: Joslyn on 28-08-2013, 17:45:42</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">lol, that one is pretty awesome. I'm not really good at this sort of thing, so I don't think I'll attempt to think of call signs for other pilot characters. Also, not sure I'd want a humorous call sign for Julie--seeing as she has no real friends at the start I doubt anyone would be inclined in-character to come up with an affectionately mocking name for her in the first place.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Numerous people, whether pilots or other ADAMS personnel, would come up with something&nbsp; ;)&nbsp; Remember she's been in training since she was drafted. And the training that trainees undergo is intense, time consuming, and there's practically zero privacy for them until they get real piloting clearance. I'll write up a more in-depth explanation of what training actually consists of in a bit, but basically trainees spend two to five years just basically living side by side with each other. The extremely close quarters (ADAMS doesn't even separate bathrooms or showering stations by sex) is the perfect ground for sparking friendships, rivalries, general camaraderie, and numerous embarrassing or memorable incidents for everyone.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8812223#msg8812223">Quote from: Joslyn on 28-08-2013, 17:45:42</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I was thinking of going with "Saber" on account of her being good with TT blades, and I just generally like the sound of it. Also in battle I see her as the cold, methodical type looking to bring her prey to ground as efficiently as possible--so it could also be a reference to a saber-tooth tiger.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>We’re actually going to have to decline the call sign of Saber for Julie. I can see the justification you’re going for in regards to it, but keep in mind that she will have just gotten piloting clearance when the story kicks off. She hasn’t seen a real battle yet. We should fling around ideas and see if we can come up with a call sign that is more personal for Julie and is something that would actually be given to a trainee. Does she have any hobbies she likes to do in what freetime she has? Oh! Her use of her recorder would actually be a great source for figuring out her call sign.<br><br>Call signs aren’t permanent and it’s common for them to change, so there’ll be plenty of opportunities for pilots to get a badass call sign changed from their events in the story either by facing demons or getting involved in antics with other characters&nbsp; :-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>28-08-2013, 22:26:46</strong>
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				Okay, I didn't picture the living arrangements that way. I suppose the close quarters thing is intentional on the part of ADAMS to try to foster the camaraderie you mentioned. Given how vital the program is, my guess is if they wanted more space they could easily get it.<br><br>Okay, as for call sign ideas... I think any mention of the recorder would really cause a major rift between Julie and all the other pilots and people in Administration--she just could not handle anyone making light of it. In her free time she reads (nerdy stuff, like science, philosophy, speculative fiction etc), and she also volunteers to pitch in at R&amp;D. Pretty much any non-mandatory social event she would avoid--preferably with a good excuse, she would not want to be rude about it. Maybe "Wallflower" would be a good call sign, though I'm interested in other suggestions.&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:02:09</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8813276#msg8813276">Quote from: Joslyn on 28-08-2013, 22:26:46</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Okay, I didn't picture the living arrangements that way. I suppose the close quarters thing is intentional on the part of ADAMS to try to foster the camaraderie you mentioned. Given how vital the program is, my guess is if they wanted more space they could easily get it.<br><br>Okay, as for call sign ideas... I think any mention of the recorder would really cause a major rift between Julie and all the other pilots and people in Administration--she just could not handle anyone making light of it. In her free time she reads (nerdy stuff, like science, philosophy, speculative fiction etc), and she also volunteers to pitch in at R&amp;D. Pretty much any non-mandatory social event she would avoid--preferably with a good excuse, she would not want to be rude about it. Maybe "Wallflower" would be a good call sign, though I'm interested in other suggestions.&nbsp; :-)<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>No worries, it's a little bit my fault as I haven't fully explained ADAMS to you guys yet. I've been trying to avoid dumping a whole bunch of info all at once. But for the rest of the week now I'm going to start updating the info center bit by bit and describing ADAMS, demons, and the Grigori more. Input and ideas will as always still be welcomed though&nbsp; :-)<br><br>I like Wallflower! If you'd like to use it as her call sign it's approved.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:25:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Wallflower it is then.&nbsp; :-) Actually the idea has kind of grown on me, and my character wouldn't be bothered by it, so I doubt I'll ever look to change it. Julie is probably too much of a nerd to pull off some badass call sign.&nbsp; XD
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:27:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Would it be safe to assume the Middle-East, given how its pretty unstable NOW, would pretty much be a chaotic nightmare during all this?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:35:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8816043#msg8816043">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 29-08-2013, 07:27:49</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Would it be safe to assume the Middle-East, given how its pretty unstable NOW, would pretty much be a chaotic nightmare during all this?</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I'd say that's a safe assumption to make. We could even say there was a demon or spawn attack that really triggered the political headaches going on in that area.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:38:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm really not sure for what to put for a lot of the detailed specific Grigori synch related stuff for Afia, so... if I sent you the sheet when I finished everything else, would you be able to help me sort out all the technical stuff?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:40:19</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8816072#msg8816072">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 29-08-2013, 07:38:05</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I'm really not sure for what to put for a lot of the detailed specific Grigori synch related stuff for Afia, so... if I sent you the sheet when I finished everything else, would you be able to help me sort out all the technical stuff?</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>No worries! Of course I'll help you out&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 07:51:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8816035#msg8816035">Quote from: Joslyn on 29-08-2013, 07:25:15</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Wallflower it is then.&nbsp; :-) Actually the idea has kind of grown on me, and my character wouldn't be bothered by it, so I doubt I'll ever look to change it. Julie is probably too much of a nerd to pull off some badass call sign.&nbsp; XD<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I'm glad we could figure out a call sign for Julie we all enjoy! I'll update her call sign as Wallflower in her profile.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 09:19:18</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Although this is somewhat late to say so, I also like Wallflower. :D It's cute. <br><br>Because we have a lot of characters with more reserved personalities (including my own), I'm thinking of taking Tianran and making him more of a background NPC. He'll be there to intimidate the newbies and be a mentor pilot, but I might bring in a more outgoing personality as a pilot trainee. :) Just so we can have some more balance~
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 09:42:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I think Afia's going to be kinda the "Starbuck" xD The reckless one who gets in trouble a lot. Also, she smokes cigars.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 10:10:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Ooh, this sounds excellent. 8) Is Afia a seasoned pilot? I can see her having interesting interactions with Tianran and Luke. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 13:18:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I think somewhat. I wasn't sure about whether to put her as a pilot or an ace pilot. I mean, certainly nice to leave her room to grow and all that, so I'm leaning towards just a pilot. But I imagine she's not green. She's seen her share of scuffles (though probably not as much as the ace pilots), and has probably had enough victories to get a little cocky.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 13:23:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8816649#msg8816649">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 29-08-2013, 13:18:56</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I think somewhat. I wasn't sure about whether to put her as a pilot or an ace pilot. I mean, certainly nice to leave her room to grow and all that, so I'm leaning towards just a pilot. But I imagine she's not green. She's seen her share of scuffles (though probably not as much as the ace pilots), and has probably had enough victories to get a little cocky.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I definitely like her having experience with successful missions against demon spawn, though not having been in a battle with a demon yet&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 13:34:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				That sounds reasonable to me! :o
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-08-2013, 18:22:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I might allow an ace besides Allen and Tianran, though overall I think it'll be more fun to see trainees officially launch in a Grigori for the first time or for green or experienced pilots to earn Ace status. And there will be plenty of opportunities for it&nbsp; 8-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 03:38:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				SO. I thought up an fun character quiz while thinking on Afia! 8D<br><br>1) What's your character's political and philosophical ideologies?<br><br>2) What is your character's habits and hobbies?<br><br>3) What is your character's favorite food and drink?<br><br>4) What is your character's favorite genre of music?<br><br>(Optional) If your character had a voice actor and a theme song, what would they be?<br><br>I'll post up my own answers for Yeonhye later, but I thought I'd share this in case anyone else wants to fill it out. :O
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 05:22:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				What a great idea! I'll have to give it some thought, but I'll definitely fill it out&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 05:48:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry Afia's taking so long. I've decided she's going to be transgender, so now begins the tons of research to make sure the character is as mature and authentic a portrayal as I can manage. I've played transgender characters before, but honestly I'm not terribly happy with how they came out, so I wanna make sure I do it right this time. xD<br><br>Its kind of tough trying to make a character who's authentic and real, but also isn't just... a generic textbook character. I'm hoping I can balance her being respectful to any of our fine lieges who may bare witness to the rp, and still having her just be a plain fun and interesting character.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 06:15:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8820007#msg8820007">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 30-08-2013, 03:38:27</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">SO. I thought up an fun character quiz while thinking on Afia! 8D</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Ooh, neat.&nbsp; :-)<br><br>1) What's your character's political and philosophical ideologies?<br>Politics isn't something she gets too worked up about--kind of hard to care when the human race is always on the edge of destruction--but I see Julie as a left-libertarian type--she mistrusts both the government and the private sector. She has a more positive opinion of ADAMS though she secretly worries it could go off the rails.<br><br>2) What is your character's habits and hobbies?<br>Her hobbies are reading, watching tv and movies, and pitching in at R&amp;D I would say. Her main habit is her daily use of the recorder of course. Doesn't drink because she can't abide any loss of readiness on her part.<br><br>3) What is your character's favorite food and drink?<br>She's not picky about food on account of growing up in a situation where one's next meal wasn't always certain. She has to resist the urge to squirrel food away in the mess hall. Her favorites wouldn't be anything fancy, just pizza and cheeseburgers, etc. (something tells me even during the apocalypse people from the US will still be drawn to fatty foods :p ).<br><br>4) What is your character's favorite genre of music?<br>Julie isn't picky about music either, but she likes classical if she wants to unwind.<br><br>(Optional) If your character had a voice actor and a theme song, what would they be?<br>Don't know enough about voice actors to pick one, but since there are plenty of anime-type setting elements here I can think of a song I'd like:<br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XESreJjGx-I<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 07:04:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				GitS SAC &lt;3<br><br>I won't hide that's what I was watching when I was working on Yeonhye.<br><br>... in fact, I think I should get back to watching it.<br><br>I love that show D:<br><br>I still have to think of all my answers for Yeonhye, but I think for voice actors...<br><br>I'm tempted to say Yeonhye would be voiced by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn (Motoko Kusanagi's English voice), except that she probably still has a Korean accent even after being with ADAMS for a while.<br><br>Unfortunately, I don't actually know any Korean celebrities who's voice would fit her. I think the oldest Korean celebrity I know of off-hand is Hyuna, and she's only 21, where as Yeonhye is nearing 26. (I purposely wanted to invoke the Japanese 'christmas cake' trope with her. http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChristmasCake :o)<br><br>Afia's accent likewise gives me problems. I don't really know anyone at all with an Afghan/Pashto accent. Though if I ignored her accent, I would have to go with Laura Bailey (Too many roles to count. Lust, Shin-Chan, Sana from Kodocha, etc. She's done everything from bratty little boys to sultry femme fatales.)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 07:49:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Omg Christmas Cake, I've never heard of that term before. That's hilarious--I'm going to ask some Japanese friends about it. 8D<br><br><br>LUKE<br><br>1.) Political and philosophical views<br>Luke is a political moderate and a philosophical idealist. Philosophy and theory was his area of focus as an undergraduate and as a result, he's pretty well versed in the field. He's drawn to Rousseau's theory of the social contract, Kant's categorical imperative, as well as John Rawls' notion of the original position. He strongly believes that humans have a moral obligation to help one another, but has been working in the political and military sector long enough to know that things are not so simple in reality. In practice, he finds himself adhering to a utilitarian standard, even if the moralist in him disagrees. <br><br>2.) Hobbies and habits<br>Cooking, guitar, and reading, although he rarely has time for reading nowadays. When he does read, it's mostly nonfiction. As for guitar, Luke owns an acoustic and this is his primary method of unwinding. He plays mostly rock, punk, and alternative, with a very very soft spot for Billy Joel. He played soccer in high school and during training, but has been getting out of shape with the demands of his job. <br><br>3.) Favorite food and drink<br>Steak, cooked rare. Also bacon. Luke really, really likes meat. His favorite drink is a rum &amp; coke, or straight whiskey, depending on the brand. He also appreciates a good scotch. <br><br>4.) Favorite music<br>Rock, easily. When he was a teenager he had a punk phase, but now he's settled comfortably into classic rock. He loves hair metal and tries to take the dorkiness in stride. <br><br>Luke's song has always been Jackson Browne's "Doctor My Eyes." As for voice actor, I'll have to figure that out when I'm not at work. :3<br><br><br>ETA: Now I've written Laustin's as well, soon to add Tianran's, but should I post them all now or bit by bit? Hmm~
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 08:33:24</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Cloud, post them all!&nbsp; &nbsp;;D<br><br>Also here's mine for two of my characters.<br><br><br><strong>Allen</strong><br><br>1) Political and philosophical ideologies?<br><br>While Allen keeps himself informed of political happenings around the world he considers it a private matter and keeps his actual opinions and beliefs to himself. He's mastered the art of neutrality, which is one of the primary reasons PR trusts him to speak during press releases or interviews. I see Allen as favoring people having freedom in their personal lives, though he thinks it's for the greater good to let the government govern itself due to the state of the world - the most efficient and capable need to have the power to keep things running. He finds it gauche to openly discuss or debate politics and philosophy in any setting that isn't a private conversation between two people or in a setting like a classroom.<br><br>2) Habits and hobbies?<br><br>Allen reads a lot, both to learn/keep himself updated and for amusement as well. He mostly reads nonfiction though he's read anything considered a 'literary classic' at least once. Allen's got a fascination with insects and birds - before entering the program he had a butterfly collection and enjoyed bird watching. Since he rarely is granted leave from his duties as a pilot he took up origami so he can create the birds he no longer gets to se. He's very good at it, though it's a bit disturbing for just how long Allen can sit there and be content to fold the same thing over and over again. Allen finds the repetition relaxing. He knows how to play a few pieces on the piano and violin, but it was a hobby imposed on Allen during childhood and not something he carried into adulthood. He also enjoys exercise though not anything that's competitive.<br><br>As for habits - Allen's got some weird particularities about food. He needs a napkin in his lap and he won't eat anything that can't be eaten with a utensil. Allen's a picky eater and if he doesn't like what's being served he's content to skip the meal. He's both a night owl and an early bird.<br><br>3) Favorite food and drink?<br><br>Water and tea. Occasionally he'll indulge in a glass of alcohol, though it has to be good stuff. True to his rich boy background he really likes seafood and fresh vegetables.<br><br>4) Favorite genre of music?<br><br>Allen's not that fond of music. He tends to consider it a lot of noise, especially if there's singing in it. Despite that he does enjoy dancing to it, though only if it's partner dancing.<br><br><br><strong>Ian</strong><br><br>1) Political and philosophical ideologies?<br><br>Ian thinks the whole of politics is just a scam and usually ignores it. Most political talk just pisses him off or bores him and he has neither the patience or free time to keep up with it. As for philosophy Ian never even graduated high school due to being drafted into the program at 17, so it's not a subject he really understands in an academic manner. He just follows his gut, though most of the time he's liberal and he has a lot of views that align with feminist thought. He leans towards a pessimistic outlook on life, though Ian can have surprising moments of idealism and optimism.<br><br>2) Habits and hobbies?<br><br>Oh definitely art. He's never really had the opportunity to do anything besides pencil drawings, though Ian flourishes at anything that requires creativity and using one's hands or tools to do something. It's almost impossible to get a piece of paper back from Ian that isn't going to have doodles scribbled all over it. He also knows how to play the bass. Back in his civilian life he skateboarded. He's usually up to play any sport, though he likes soccer and swimming best. Ian's got a bad smoking habit.<br><br>3) Favorite food and drink?<br><br>Ian will pretty much eat anything, but he's fond of Mexican food because it reminds him of home and his dad's side of the family. Growing up Ian didn't really have access to pop or coffee, so now that it's available to him he sometimes over indulges. As for alcoholic drinks he's not picky. If it has alcohol in it he's happy.<br><br>4) Favorite genre of music?<br><br>Rock, rap, and alternative. He also has a fondness for a lot embarrassing catchy pop songs.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 08:48:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Hehehe Allen, you freak. &lt;3<br><br><br>LAUSTIN<br><br>1.) Politics and philosophy<br>Laustin is unconcerned with politics, so long as it serves the purposes of science. When political disputes hinder scientific or technological progress, he gets very frustrated. He would probably favor a communistic system, because he believes that the same degree of technology and convenience should be available to everyone. At the same time, however, he favors efficiency over fairness, so communism would probably present an equal number of problems. In general, Laustin had a fairly privileged upbringing and doesn't think about politics very much. <br><br>Philosophically, the presence of the demons fascinates him. It's in humanity's best interest to fight back and attempt to destroy them, but he doesn't necessarily believe that such actions are justified. That is to say, there isn't enough information to make an educated decision about which side is just. <br><br>2.) Habits and hobbies<br>Laustin is an interesting creature of many habits. When he first started working at ADAMS, he would show up to work wearing oversized courderoy pants, gigantic knit sweaters, a wool scarf, house slippers, and a lab coat. He was told repeatedly that he was violating dress code, but he did it anyways. Laustin has extremely poor blood circulation and tends to wear a lot of layers, except when doing delicate electrical work. Nowadays he wears <em>fitted</em> sweaters and courderoy pants, thanks to his late wife. He wears proper shoes around ADAMS HQ but wears slippers in the lab. <br><br>He snacks on sweet things and milk coffee almost constantly. It's rare that a box of sweets isn't directly adjacent to his hand. He bites his hangnails compulsively. He has several nervous tics (scratching behind his ears, rubbing his elbows, cracking his knuckles) that he does when he's uncomfortable in a social situation, but he's learned to control them over the years. He plucks his beard hairs by hand, also compulsively. The list goes on and on. <br><br>As far as hobbies go, Laustin enjoys tinkering and building in his free time, mostly mechanical work although he is a decent programmer. While Marie was alive, they would go to the firing range or play cards, but he rarely does these things anymore. <br><br>3.) Favorite food and drink<br>Coffee with cream and at least three scoops of sugar. Chocolate mousse cake. <br><br>4.) Favorite music<br>Laustin does not listen to music very often, but if he did, he would probably like baroque and minimalist music. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 09:08:43</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8820610#msg8820610">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 30-08-2013, 05:48:57</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Sorry Afia's taking so long. I've decided she's going to be transgender, so now begins the tons of research to make sure the character is as mature and authentic a portrayal as I can manage. I've played transgender characters before, but honestly I'm not terribly happy with how they came out, so I wanna make sure I do it right this time. xD<br><br>Its kind of tough trying to make a character who's authentic and real, but also isn't just... a generic textbook character. I'm hoping I can balance her being respectful to any of our fine lieges who may bare witness to the rp, and still having her just be a plain fun and interesting character.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>No need to be sorry. We're still recruiting peeps so you've got lots of time. Also, your willingness to do research for your characters is awesome. I'm really looking forward to seeing Afia.<br><br>@ Joslyn: Great choice of a song! And I agree with the pizza and hamburgers. It's definitely available at ADAMS and I'm sure even in places where resources are more scarce people have figured out a way to make close substitutions. <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8821162#msg8821162">Quote from: cloudcraft on 30-08-2013, 08:48:58</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Hehehe Allen, you freak. &lt;3</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div>He really, really is. So much freak hidden behind a handsome face and polite mannerisms. Though I'd say Laustin is just as freaky x]<br><br>This quiz is so fun&nbsp; :-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>30-08-2013, 10:18:12</strong>
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				<strong>Yeonhye-<br></strong><br><strong>1) What's your character's political and philosophical ideologies?</strong><br><br>Yeonhye is extremely loyal to ADAMS, and thus is virtually unquestioning in its righteousness, and believes it should have the authority to do whatever it sees fit. That said, she is also a very selfless, almost bleeding heart type, and is quick to question the necessity of any action that harms others. Until ADAMS has given her reason to think otherwise, however, she is likely to assume they know what is best. Her hatred of demons only fuels her loyalty towards ADAMS for fighting against them.<br><br>She is also an intellectual and a transhumanist, believing strongly in the importance of science, and that one day technology will allow us to overcome the limitations of biology and become something more than human. One of the rare areas her ideals may commonly clash with her loyalty is her conflicting beliefs that information should be free, and that ADAMS has the right to withhold knowledge for the sake of security.<br><br>Its worth noting that she does believe strongly in peoples rights to live their lives as they see fit, provided it doesn't interfere with ADAMS operations and ability to fight against demons.<br><br><strong>2) What is your character's habits and hobbies?</strong><br>She can be a heavy smoker when she's stressed out, though she'll often use the patch instead when she's feeling more mellow. Due to the often demanding nature of her job, however, she tends to get her fix from cigarettes more often than not.<br><br>She also drinks heavily when she has time off, though she stays completely sober when she's got work to do. She also greatly enjoys relaxing with a nice cup of tea.<br><br>As for hobbies, she's pretty much married to her job, so unless overworking counts, she doesn't have too many. When she does have time off its usually spent with a bottle of soju and some music, maybe a nice movie. I think she harbors a deep love for old movies, particularly film noir and cheesy old kung fu movies.<br><br><br><strong>3) What is your character's favorite food and drink?</strong><br><br>She's a vegetarian, so meat is out of the question. She loves anything made with gai-lan (commonly called Chinese broccoli), she also loves sigeumchi namul (to quote wikipedia: "Lightly blanched spinach dressed with spring onions, garlic and sesame seeds"). Due to her whole... being married to her job, her favorite food that she actually gets to eat on a regular basis is pretty much spicy kimchi flavored ramyun (Ramyun is essentially Korean ramen). She also loves spicy food in general, particularly noodle dishes, and stir-fry.<br><br>As for beverages, alcoholic she prefers soju, but will drink vodka if she can't get a hold of any soju. She typically drinks it her alcohol straight, rather than mixing it with anything.<br>For non-alcoholic beverages, she loves tea. When she needs to stay awake she'll drink Assam black tea. When she wants to relax (and can't be drunk), she'll drink green tea, or sometimes white tea. Her favorite teas are strong Assam and green tea with jasmine.<br><br><strong>4) What is your character's favorite genre of music?<br></strong><br>When she winds down she loves classical music, as well as jazz. She's fold of older rock music (Queen, David Bowie, stuff from that era), but is not fond of later rock. She's also not fond of most rap, but does enjoy instrumental hip hop.<br><br>She does however consider k-pop a nostalgic guilty pleasure. It comes from her childhood, where many of the few moments of peace and happiness are associated with the sound of listening to 'old' k-pop. (As in, modern k-pop irl.)<br><br><strong>5) I already addressed her voice actor above, so here's her theme song:</strong><br><br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viNqNFEwlxk<br><br>At least that's what I'm going with so far.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>31-08-2013, 02:06:36</strong>
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				With all these great songs being shared in relation to characters it might be fun to compile a playlist for the roleplay at some point!<br><br>Also it seems Luke, Ian, and Yeonhye all enjoy drinking. I think at some point we’ll definitely need to arrange a scene that’s an outing at a bar or something. Maybe make it a special occasion like someone’s birthday or something so even characters who don’t normally drink or socialize like Julie might be roped into attending for an evening of friendly fun, relaxation, and lots and lots of alcohol&nbsp; :-)<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>31-08-2013, 02:16:21</strong>
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				That sounds fun! 8D<br><br>Hopefully I'll have Afia out today or tomorrow so she can have some partying fun too! 8D
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>31-08-2013, 02:29:02</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8824356#msg8824356">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 31-08-2013, 02:16:21</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">That sounds fun! 8D<br><br>Hopefully I'll have Afia out today or tomorrow so she can have some partying fun too! 8D</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Looking forward to it!&nbsp; :-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [OOC] The Grigori Program: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>31-08-2013, 03:13:35</strong>
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				Just thought I'd post this up here :O<br><br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvt5R7hozTk<br><br>So far that's Afia's theme, as I've been working on her :o
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Grigori Program: [OOC] Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>01-09-2013, 03:12:04</strong>
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				We all have great taste in music&nbsp; 8-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>01-09-2013, 11:09:38</strong>
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				TIANRAN<br><br>1) Political and philosophical ideology<br>Tianran was raised in the middle of nowhere, China and educated on a need-to-know basis by the Grigori program. His political and philosophical exposure is not very large. Personally, Tianran has a very firm sense of duty. He pilots so that he can feed his family and fulfill his social responsibility as a sync-compatible soldier. He adheres to this duty so strictly that nothing else is considered as important when making decisions. This includes his personal health, emotional state, and how much he even cares about the fate of humanity. (Hint: he is starting to care very, very little.) <br><br>2) Habits and hobbies<br>Tianran is meticulously clean, so he spends a good chunk of his time preparing his own food and tidying up. Although he is polite in everyday conversation, he has a massive gambling streak and really enjoys poker and mahjong. Most of his off-duty hours are spent cleaning, exercising, and eating. Tianran also meditates every morning before breakfast and sometimes in the evenings, if he's not being forced into socialization with his co-pilots. <br><br>He doesn't particularly like reading, so he sketches to pass the time. He doesn't have any formal training, but after keeping it up for several years, he's gotten pretty decent. If he can leave the compound to sketch from life, he prefers to do that, but otherwise he sketches from photos. Very occasionally he'll do portraits for others, but he considers this a fairly intimate procedure. <br><br>3) Food and drink<br>Rice porridge. Tandoori chicken. Mapo tofu. Indian rice pudding. Tamales. Pork buns. Baked oysters. Food is one of Tianran's few untarnished pleasures in life. He'll scarf down a five-course meal like it's nothing. As for drink, he's a big fan of tea, particularly Jasmine and Darjeeling. <br><br>4) Favorite music<br>Tianran doesn't listen to music. If he did, he would probably enjoy those awful Asian ballads that only old people sing at karaoke. <br><br>Theme song:<br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeXbZgvvths<br><br>Voice actors: ....Takahiro Sakurai or Hiroshi Kamiya. //////;;;; This one's super easy because Tianran is modeled partially after Kanda Yu (D.Gray-man) and I noticed recently how similar his character is to Levi (Shingeki no Kyojin).
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>01-09-2013, 14:30:40</strong>
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				Afia:<br><br>1) Afia doesn't really have much political opinion, although when push comes to shove she values personal freedoms and civil liberties. She has a soldier mentality towards life in general, and she also greatly values honor and courage. She considers cowardice to be the worst trait a person can exhibit.<br><br>2) Afia is very duty oriented, but not as married to her job as Yeonhye. She does tend to enjoy her time off, and has been known to do a variety of things to relax. To a degree, her persona on and off-duty can be somewhat night and day. On duty she is somewhat of a tomboy; aggressive and reckless. While she tends to keep up her more boyish persona in public, due to a sense of wanting to be taken seriously coming from a culture where the men protect and the women are protected. Still, she secretly harbors a love of fashion, especially shoes and dresses, though she tends to avoid buying them, arguing she'd never really wear them, as her lifestyle tends to favor the practical over the fashionable in terms of clothing.<br><br>She doesn't drink alcohol, being Muslim, but does enjoy cigars; as tobacco has long been held as a sort of 'loophole' in the rule against intoxication. From what I can gather, in modern days, many Islamic scholars have said smoking is also forbidden, however, given the addictive nature of it, its still pretty common for Muslims to smoke. She might be an occasional pot smoker as well, but, given her life is pretty much surrounded by big important government types, I imagine she'd have to keep that quiet. Unless pot laws have changed :U If it's legal, she probably smokes it a lot more xD From what I can tell most Islamic scholars say marijuana is forbidden, there is a disagreement on the matter, and Afia does tend towards a more liberal interpretation of the Quran.<br><br>3) As stated above, Afia doesn't drink alcohol. She does, however, adore coffee. On the job she drinks the strongest, blackest coffee she can find to keep her alert and attentive. When she has time to herself, she enjoys gourmet coffees of varying kinds. She also enjoys a traditional Afghan green tea called kahwah, as something of a comfort drink.<br><br>As for foods, she loves narenj palao especially, but loves rice dishes in general. She also loves kebab as well as grilled meats. She does observe the Islamic rules of halal when it comes to her meals and will adamantly refuse to eat anything that is haram.<br><br>4) While, once again (geeze I've had to do a lot of research for her) there are Muslims who believe that music is forbidden, there is also a dissenting opinion. As usual, Afia's interpretation leans towards the liberal, and thus she does in fact enjoy music. Her favorite genres are rock and blues, though she's pretty open to all sorts of music.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>01-09-2013, 19:21:09</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8831376#msg8831376">Quote from: cloudcraft on 01-09-2013, 11:09:38</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">This includes his personal health, emotional state, and how much he even cares about the fate of humanity. (Hint: he is starting to care very, very little.) </blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Fufu~ That will be fun<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8831376#msg8831376">Quote from: cloudcraft on 01-09-2013, 11:09:38</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">He doesn't particularly like reading, so he sketches to pass the time. He doesn't have any formal training, but after keeping it up for several years, he's gotten pretty decent. If he can leave the compound to sketch from life, he prefers to do that, but otherwise he sketches from photos. Very occasionally he'll do portraits for others, but he considers this a fairly intimate procedure.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I didn't know Tianran drew! He and Ian will have to discuss art techniques sometime. Ian's good at drawing bodies because he's actually studied anatomy so he could draw better, but he's not so good at getting expressions and facial features that look realistic or like actual people he knows since he mostly draws from his head.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8831376#msg8831376">Quote from: cloudcraft on 01-09-2013, 11:09:38</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Tianran doesn't listen to music. If he did, he would probably enjoy those awful Asian ballads that only old people sing at karaoke.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Yes he would. Great Cloud, now you've given me the idea to make pilots do karaoke as part of a team building exercise or something. <br><br>(Yes, this is still a story about a stretched out apocalypse, the horrific and mysterious demons that are causing it, and a psychological exploration of the people that are living through it - but occasionally it's also about things like karaoke&nbsp; &nbsp;8-)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;).<br><br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8831714#msg8831714">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 01-09-2013, 14:30:40</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">She might be an occasional pot smoker as well, but, given her life is pretty much surrounded by big important government types, I imagine she'd have to keep that quiet. Unless pot laws have changed :U If it's legal, she probably smokes it a lot more xD From what I can tell most Islamic scholars say marijuana is forbidden, there is a disagreement on the matter, and Afia does tend towards a more liberal interpretation of the Quran.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>With ADAMS HQ being located on what was once Vancouver Island, Canada pot it's legal, though regulated. And pilots and personnel definitely can't be high while on active duty. But no one would be in trouble or fined for smoking some while off duty and doing it in an appropriate location. I can actually imagine a few characters (like Ian) using like the ADAMS community/enrichment garden to grow personal quantities of it.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>02-09-2013, 02:58:30</strong>
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				In that case, she probably enjoys it casually at home. Obviously she wouldn't go to work with a joint in her mouth or anything.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>02-09-2013, 09:29:00</strong>
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				I had so much fun filling out and reading the answers to the first character quiz that I thought I'd toss out another one for us!<br><br><div align="center"><strong>Character Quiz: Part 2</strong></div><br>1) What is your character's greatest fear?<br><br>2) Is your character more of an introvert or an extrovert?<br><br>3) What is your character's most attractive physical feature?<br><br>4) Does your character celebrate their birthday? If so, how do they celebrate? If not, why don't they?
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>02-09-2013, 10:27:12</strong>
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				Ooh, that's a good one! I'll try to think up answers for Afia and Yeonhye soon!
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>02-09-2013, 23:15:24</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8836299#msg8836299">Quote from: Dotley on 02-09-2013, 09:29:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I had so much fun filling out and reading the answers to the first character quiz that I thought I'd toss out another one for us!<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I like this as well, I think it will help me find my character's voice more quickly once we get started.&nbsp; :-)<br><br>1) What is your character's greatest fear?<br><br>Her greatest fear is humanity being destroyed by the demons, but in a close second is her fear of being hurt again the way she was hurt when Michelle died. Even though Julie cannot think of anything different she could have done to change the outcome, she felt it was her responsibility to protect her little sister, and instead her little sister died protecting her.<br><br>2) Is your character more of an introvert or an extrovert?<br><br>I don't think I would really call her either. People around her would no doubt assume she is shy--hence her call sign--but she's a fairly confident person and reserved for her own reasons. <br><br>3) What is your character's most attractive physical feature?<br><br>I'll go one better here. I know we didn't have pictures in our character profiles, but this is what I would have gone with. I think of this picture as something that was taken for propaganda purposes and made into a poster for teenagers.&nbsp; ;D Julie certainly would not dress this way on her own.<br><br>(http://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/2/24/MichelleKobayashi.jpg)<br><br>4) Does your character celebrate their birthday? If so, how do they celebrate? If not, why don't they?<br><br>I think left to her own devices she would let her birthdays pass without notice, but if the other pilots insist on having a little celebration she would attend for the sake of being polite.
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 03:28:04</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8839175#msg8839175">Quote from: Joslyn on 02-09-2013, 23:15:24</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I like this as well, I think it will help me find my character's voice more quickly once we get started.&nbsp; :-)</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I'm glad it's fun for you too. It's definitely helping me with my characters. I think I'll try to fill out these questions for the all the NPCs so I've got a good grasp on them x]<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8839175#msg8839175">Quote from: Joslyn on 02-09-2013, 23:15:24</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I'll go one better here. I know we didn't have pictures in our character profiles, but this is what I would have gone with.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Yeah, I decided not to include character pics in profiles or in story posts for consistency purposes. I just can't decide between photographs or illustrations or both and can't find any pics I like for the NPCS. Can never find an image that aligns with what's already in my head &gt;&lt;<br><br>But if anyone has an image in mind for their character feel free to share it here! Thanks for sharing Julie :-) She's a cutie.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8839175#msg8839175">Quote from: Joslyn on 02-09-2013, 23:15:24</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I think left to her own devices she would let her birthdays pass without notice, but if the other pilots insist on having a little celebration she would attend for the sake of being polite.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Hm, Julie's birthday is in December. The story is going to kick off in January so we'll miss out on getting to write it out, but I'm sure the other pilots and some ADAMS personnel had a birthday lunch or something for her! 
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 20:26:25</strong>
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				<strong>Allen</strong>: Part 2. Aka, let me tell you more about this weirdo<br>&nbsp;<br>1) What is your character's greatest fear?<br><br>I had to really think about this one. While he's ace at faking them Allen's capacity for emotions is limited. I think fear for him is more about a state of uncertainty or powerlessness. He fears anything that can't be explained, bought, solved, or manipulated. When something or someone like that pops up it makes him severely uncomfortable, which is likely how feelings of fear register for him. Following that line of thought - I think the demons scared him for a long while until he experienced first hand they could be taken down. I'd say he's also fearful of being separated from his brother and being barred from piloting.<br><br>2) Is your character more of an introvert or an extrovert?<br><br>Allen's an introvert masquerading as an extrovert. It takes Allen a lot of effort and energy to be the Allen that everyone knows him as. Being so neutral, polite, and affable around groups of people is mentally and physically exhausting. While Allen frequently attends social events he also tends to disappear for a few minutes during those events to be alone and "recharge". <br><br>3) What is your character's most attractive physical feature?<br><br>Allen's a handsome guy and he works at it. He spends time and money grooming to maintain a healthy and wholesome image. He's in shape from the training pilots undergo, but he's got more the sleek, lightly muscled swimmer's build rather than the ripped beefcake look. I'd say his most noticeable and attractive feature though is his hair. The color is very golden and is natural. For anyone who likes blond guys he's a good "your example" of it. <br><br>4) Does your character celebrate their birthday? If so, how do they celebrate? If not, why don't they?<br><br>Allen thinks birthdays are pointless, though it's a cultural norm so he participates in it. Since he entered the Grigori Program he's started a tradition of a "birthday breakfast" on his birthday. Allen tends to celebrate Hobbit style - he's usually bought or made breakfast on those mornings. He'll accept gifts graciously though never ask for them. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 23:06:57</strong>
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				I gotta work on a post for another rp, then I swear I'll work on these!<br><br>... also, I just had kimchi for the first time. I feel so in tune with Yeonhye. Also kimchi is fucking delicious despite sounding (fermented cabbage), looking and... frankly, smelling gross. xD<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 23:25:40</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8850798#msg8850798">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 04-09-2013, 23:06:57</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I gotta work on a post for another rp, then I swear I'll work on these!<br><br>... also, I just had kimchi for the first time. I feel so in tune with Yeonhye. Also kimchi is fucking delicious despite sounding (fermented cabbage), looking and... frankly, smelling gross. xD<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>No worries. These are just for fum while we wait. I've spoken over PMs with two people that are interested and are working on profiles. And hopefully we can snag at least one more person. I'll update the recruitment thread in a day or two.<br><br>Character research is a great excuse to eat new food or read certain books. Or etc etc&nbsp; 8-)
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>05-09-2013, 14:41:36</strong>
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				I've been teaching my first few days of class and it's exhausting. I'll be back in orbit soon. Just dropping in to say that kimchi is delicious. If you're running the gamut of Korean food for Yeonhye inspiration, kkakdugi (radish kimchi in little white cubes) is my favorite after traditional cabbage kimchi. :B
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 21:32:44</strong>
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				Thanks for letting us know, Cloud&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Jos and Finn - I was wondering if you had any suggestions on how we could drum up some more interest in the Grigori Program? Anything you think could be tweaked or added? I'm open to anything. Still waiting on two profiles from two peeps, but I'm struggling to entice at least one more person. We can chatter here or you can PM me.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 21:33:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I don't have any suggestions off the top of my head, but I'll let you know if I do! Also I'll try to fill out those things soon. I meant to, but got distracted :&lt;
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 21:41:51</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8866716#msg8866716">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 07-09-2013, 21:33:47</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I don't have any suggestions off the top of my head, but I'll let you know if I do! Also I'll try to fill out those things soon. I meant to, but got distracted :&lt;</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Looking forward to them whenever you fill 'em out&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Maybe if I ask a more specific question, which I hope you don't mind me asking. When you first stumbled across the recruitment thread was there anything that sunk your interest or almost made you decide not to fill and send in your first character application? And then the inverse as well - what was it that piqued your interest enough to apply?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 22:09:24</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8866713#msg8866713">Quote from: Dotley on 07-09-2013, 21:32:44</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Jos and Finn - I was wondering if you had any suggestions on how we could drum up some more interest in the Grigori Program? Anything you think could be tweaked or added? I'm open to anything. Still waiting on two profiles from two peeps, but I'm struggling to entice at least one more person. We can chatter here or you can PM me.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Well, it's probably a little late at this point, but I think it helps to ask for character applications to be posted in the recruitment thread instead of via pm. That causes the thread to be bumped more often and might convince people who are on the fence to check it out--lots of activity implies the game is more likely to get off the ground. It would also allow people to read about the existing characters--I know if I see a game where there are a number of strong characters already accepted that makes me more interested. Granted, potential applicants can follow the link to the character thread now, but they might not think to.<br><br>As for why I applied, that's fairly straightforward. I like the setting and subject matter, there were no excessive spelling or grammatical errors (if the thread's subject is misspelled I never check it), and solid info on the setting is provided that gets straight to the point. I consider it a warning sign if the initial post(s) in the recruitment thread by the GM are really brief--that implies they are not willing to put the effort in to keep the game going. It's also bad if it's filled with extraneous details and takes forever to read--that makes me think the GM is so in love with his or her setting and NPCs that my character will be extraneous to the story.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 22:36:03</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8866853#msg8866853">Quote from: Joslyn on 07-09-2013, 22:09:24</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Well, it's probably a little late at this point, but I think it helps to ask for character applications to be posted in the recruitment thread instead of via pm. That causes the thread to be bumped more often and might convince people who are on the fence to check it out--lots of activity implies the game is more likely to get off the ground. It would also allow people to read about the existing characters--I know if I see a game where there are a number of strong characters already accepted that makes me more interested. Granted, potential applicants can follow the link to the character thread now, but they might not think to.<br><br>As for why I applied, that's fairly straightforward. I like the setting and subject matter, there were no excessive spelling or grammatical errors (if the thread's subject is misspelled I never check it), and solid info on the setting is provided that gets straight to the point. I consider it a warning sign if the initial post(s) in the recruitment thread by the GM are really brief--that implies they are not willing to put the effort in to keep the game going. It's also bad if it's filled with extraneous details and takes forever to read--that makes me think the GM is so in love with his or her setting and NPCs that my character will be extraneous to the story.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I agree with you that having people post their application directly into the thread would certainly help with keeping the thread on the first page, but that's something I decided against because we aren't accepting people on a first come basis and we've declined characters who aren't fit for the setting. Maybe it's just me, but I'd be very embarrassed if I posted a character profile in a public thread for everyone to see but wasn't accepted. I couldn't stomach embarrassing anyone like that&nbsp; :-( And I think it would be odd to have declined character profiles lurking around in the thread. <br><br>But I definitely see what you mean about getting interested people to look at what characters we do have accepted. All our characters are great so we want possibly interested peeps to see them. I've been enticed into group games before when I've seen interesting characters lined up to be part of the story. You've given me an idea. I think I'll spice up the link to the character thread to encourage clicks on it.<br><br>Thanks for answering my questions. It's helpful to hear from you&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 01:23:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey guys! So, I talked with Cloud and I was wondering - how would you feel about the story kicking off this weekend? I was hoping to get at least two more people before we started, but it seems like it will take a while to recruit more interested people and I don't want to keep you all waiting forever. Others can always join after we've started though. What do you think about that idea?
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 03:09:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm all for it.&nbsp; :-) Waiting for a game to start is like waiting for xmas when you're little.&nbsp; :P I'm looking forward to seeing how the characters so far get along--sometimes it can be hard to tell until you actually start writing back and forth.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 05:45:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Whatever you guys think is best! :D I've been thinking over stuff for my characters, just... random little trivia details... and I REALLY should get around to filling out that thing xD<br><br>I have decided. Yeonhye loves plum flavored hard candy. -noms on some irl- xD
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 16:15:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I'll aim to get our IC thread up this Friday&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Here is the tentative schedule for scenes I've been considering to start us off. How does this scene layout sound to you?<br><br><div align="center"><strong>[The Grigori Program] Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You</strong></div><br><strong>Intro</strong>: Allen &amp; David <br><br><strong>Scene 01</strong><br><br>the Press Release: A group interview about an upcoming mission. The goal of the mission will be to take out a massive group of nesting spawn. Each pilot character will have a moment or two of being in direct spotlight as they're questioned by press members of the NAU.<br><br>Characters: Afia, Julie, Tianran, Indira (NPC - Director of PR)<br>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Scene 02</strong><br>A routine synchronization rating test for a few pilots who aren't scheduled to go on the mission. General maintenance and testing of the Grigori in preparation for said mission. Allen acts a little odd during his synchronization test. This scene will focus on the R &amp; D department, though Allen and David will be present as pilots to give Yeonhye and Laustin named characters to observe during their work.<br><br>Characters: Laustin, Yeonhye, (Allen + David as needed)<br><br><br><strong>Scene 03</strong><br><br>* Because Joslyn doesn't have a character for Scene 02 I figured we can run Scene 02 and Scene 03 at the same time.<br><br>Julie is officially promoted from trainee to pilot. Her first mission will be to pilot Sariel during this "upcoming mission" I keep referring to.<br><br>Characters: Julie, Luke, Percival Yao (NPC - Director of Administration)<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 16:40:18</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				I'll be interested to see exactly what the synch test entails. Should help me relate how Julie feels the first time she goes on a mission.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">[The Grigori Program] Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I don't know what "it" is, but this can't be good.&nbsp; :'(&nbsp; ;) Joking aside, that's nicely ominous. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 16:42:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otCpCn0l4Wo<br><br>... but seriously, it sounds good to me :3
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 17:18:12</strong>
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				Yaaaay I'm excited to play with everyone. 8) Luke can be involved in Scene 3.<br><br>As far as Scene 2 goes, how do you imagine Laustin and Yeonhye's dynamic thus far, Finn? If she's been working there for a while, she's probably got a good idea of her boss as an eccentric workaholic. In general he won't verbalize praise or even acknowledge others unless it's directly relevant to what he's working on, so this could be frustrating to some people. Although he oversees the whole of R&amp;D, he delegates most projects to other engineers and manages his own specialized Grigori development team. Would Yeonhye already be on this team, or would you like her to be promoted into it during the story? He could well be interacting with her to determine whether or not she has the skills to make the cut. If she's already on it, what is her area of specialty regarding the Grigori and how long has she been working there? <br><br>For frame of reference, the specialized Grigori team is about ten people who are given access to higher security clearance resources and data involving the Grigori and their construction. They gather data from the existing Grigori and use it to develop both new units and upgrades to existing units. Although they have higher security clearance, there are definitely some pieces of data to which only Laustin and the Admin Director have access. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 17:27:26</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8885110#msg8885110">Quote from: Joslyn on 11-09-2013, 16:40:18</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I'll be interested to see exactly what the synch test entails. Should help me relate how Julie feels the first time she goes on a mission.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I figured it'd be a good idea to show you guys what the inside of the Grigori Units are like and how synchronization works before the mission starts. Scene 02 will be killing an obscene amount of birds with one stone - introducing Laustin and Yeonhye, interaction between Laustin and Yeonhye, showing the work of R&amp;D, showing off our first pilot anomaly and weirdness hint (aka: Allen's sole purpose as an NPC). So many birds!<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8885110#msg8885110">Quote from: Joslyn on 11-09-2013, 16:40:18</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I don't know what "it" is, but this can't be good.&nbsp; :'(&nbsp; ;) Joking aside, that's nicely ominous.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br><div align="center">“A thousand may fall at your left side,<br>ten thousand at your right hand.<br>But it will not touch you."</div><br>Yay! I'm so pleased you find it ominous. That factor was the exact reason I chose it&nbsp; ;D It's taken from an edited/misremembered version of psalm 91. The first time a Grigori Prototype ever successfully broke through a demon's TT field a religious, enthusiastic, and very adrenaline high pilot screamed out a sorta correct version of the prayer back to mission control (though I imagine that pilot's version had a lot more "god damn" and "motherfucker" in it). Here (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+91&amp;version=NIV) is a link to a full version of one translation of psalm 91.<br><br>In the verse of the Grigori Program Psalm 91 is known as the Pilot's Prayer, though it'd be better to describe it as a Pilot's Boast. The version of it that will be used in story has actually taken on a secular spin - "it" becomes the demons and god is a stand in for the Grigori Unit's own TT fields. A Grigori Unit's TT field is the only thing in the world that can withstand an attack from a demon.<br><br>Or Finn's right and it's an MC Hammer reference&nbsp; :P
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 17:33:19</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8885235#msg8885235">Quote from: cloudcraft on 11-09-2013, 17:18:12</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Yaaaay I'm excited to play with everyone. 8) Luke can be involved in Scene 3.<br><br>As far as Scene 2 goes, how do you imagine Laustin and Yeonhye's dynamic thus far, Finn? If she's been working there for a while, she's probably got a good idea of her boss as an eccentric workaholic. In general he won't verbalize praise or even acknowledge others unless it's directly relevant to what he's working on, so this could be frustrating to some people. Although he oversees the whole of R&amp;D, he delegates most projects to other engineers and manages his own specialized Grigori development team. Would Yeonhye already be on this team, or would you like her to be promoted into it during the story? He could well be interacting with her to determine whether or not she has the skills to make the cut. If she's already on it, what is her area of specialty regarding the Grigori and how long has she been working there? <br><br>For frame of reference, the specialized Grigori team is about ten people who are given access to higher security clearance resources and data involving the Grigori and their construction. They gather data from the existing Grigori and use it to develop both new units and upgrades to existing units. Although they have higher security clearance, there are definitely some pieces of data to which only Laustin and the Admin Director have access.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I really don't have a major opinion as to whether she's already on the team or gets promoted mid-story, so whichever works better from a narrative point of view is fine by me. I think her opinion of him would be... somewhat relating. She's probably got a reputation for being a workaholic herself, I believe I've used the phrase 'married to her job' to describe her. I don't think the lack of praise would bother her much, she's very much in her line of work to help kill demons, so she doesn't really mind others opinions of her as much as how much her work produces results. <br><br>Basically I think she'd probably be one of the people more suited to dealing with him, as she's not really that put off by the lack of attention and is a terrible workaholic as well. I imagine Yeonhye being the sort who has to sometimes be reminded to go and take her lunch because she's too wrapped up in her work, and even then, takes notes with her to look over as she eats.<br><br>And if he's on the Grigori team already, I think she would specialize in the weapons and stuff to dish out damage. She has a major grudge against demons, so I figure she'd specialize in whatever can help hurt them the most. Her specialized areas of study in general would probably be looking into demonic weaknesses and devising ways to exploit them as much as possible.<br><br>Also<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8885260#msg8885260">Quote from: Dotley on 11-09-2013, 17:27:26</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Or Finn's right and it's an MC Hammer reference&nbsp; :P<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>I'm always right. :&gt;
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 18:15:17</strong>
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				<strong>1) What is your character's greatest fear?</strong><br><br>Yeonhye- I think she has a very practical fear. Her greatest fear is the demons winning. Simple, straight forward and something she's working hard to prevent.<br><br>Afia- SHE HAS NO FEAR! ... at least she'd tell you as much. I think her greatest fear is helplessness. The inability to fight against fate is what scares her most. She likes to think that no matter what is thrown at her, she can fight against it, she can strive to solve whatever problems she needs.<br><br><strong>2) Is your character more of an introvert or an extrovert?</strong><br><br>Yeonhye- Certainly an introvert. She doesn't speak much to people unless its related to her job.<br><br>Afia- She doesn't let her deeper feelings out much, but she's not completely antisocial, and I think she's honestly a bit of both.<br><br><strong>3) What is your character's most attractive physical feature?<br></strong><br>Yeonhye- DEM TITTIES. ... okay, but seriously... I think she's got some ample chest going on, at least for her rather thin frame. Still, I would say, her most attractive feature is probably her face in general, but I would say most specifically, if one had to pinpoint a part its her nose. She has a sort of... hot teacher look I think, with a sort of face that's very delicate and almost got a cute and innocent look to it, but also an alluring, seductive quality. She also usually has a serious expression on her face, given how she's almost always working, which I think tends to give off the look of being very alluring but withdrawn and just sort of begs people to try and melt the ice queen, so to speak. Her nose in particular is very delicate looking and serves to accentuate the rest of her face very well.<br><br>Afia- I would have to say probably her overall build, or her eyes. She's in very good shape, because she strives to stay that way. While she'd never admit any insecurities, she is always a little self-conscious about how her body looks, particularly during the early stages of her transition. Now I think she's a little more confident, but always worried about slipping up. She has a bit of muscle, given her physically demanding life, but she actively tries to avoid letting her build look too 'masculine'. Her eyes also carry the look of someone who's seen way too much, and have a very dark, brooding quality to them. It helps that her eyes are a very sharp emerald green.<br><br><strong>4) Does your character celebrate their birthday? If so, how do they celebrate? If not, why don't they?</strong><br><br>Yeonhye- "Birthdays are time that could be better spent working."<br><br>Afia- Unlike Yeonhye... definitely. Probably not so much the big smashing party thing, though she'd attend one if one was thrown for her. I think in general she probably spends her birthday with a bag of pot, a ton of snack food, and an all-night marathon of old cartoons. She'd probably treat herself to some good food, and a cuban cigar as well.<br><br>EDIT: Sorry for the doublepost xD I was kinda expecting someone else to have posted already :P
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 18:26:11</strong>
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				I'll let Cloud make the call on if Yeonhye is already part of the Laustin ace team or if she'll join during the course of the story. Though she went sleepy a little while ago so we probably won't hear back from her for a while. <br><br>I'm really excited to see our R&amp;D peeps interact! I have such delicious mysteries and challenges prepared for them&nbsp; :-) Really awesome that Yeonhye specializes in the weapon side of the Grigori Units. She's going to love tweaking Azazel once they get him operable again since he's the most aggressive combat capable unit.<br><br>Also yay character quizzes. Thanks for filling it out Finn! Great to get some further peeks at Yeonhye and Afia. Though I am terrible and already thinking of ways to harp on the character's fears later on in the story&nbsp; 8-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 18:44:18</strong>
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				Oh noez! xD Should be fun :3
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				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 18:47:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Also! I thought it’d be a good idea to share my to-do list with you guys. This is what I’ll be working on in preparation for Friday.<br><br><ul class="bbc_list"><li>Writing a few character profiles: Percival Yao (NPC – Director of Administration), Indira (NPC – Director of Public Relations), <del>David Shepherd (Grigori Pilot)</del>.</li><li><del>Redo and post up the new recruitment thread. I’ll be locking the old thread soon and posting up a shiny new thread with a cleaner layout and images. I’m almost done with this</del>.</li><li>Set up our first IC thread – Episode 01: It Will (Not) Touch You</li><li><del>Write the introduction for Episode 01</del>. Post the introduction for Episode 01. What are introductions? Introductions will basically be fluff pieces at the start of each episode that set tone, help establish the setting, and might give a few hints at what the episode will be dealing with.</li><li><del>Write the first post for Scene 01</del>. Post the first post for Scene 01 on 9/13. Before our pilots are hoisted onto the hungry press masses they’ll receive a pep talk from Indira. The first post will just basically detail her setting some ground rules on what type of questions they can and cannot answer. Julie, Afia, and Tianran will have the opportunity to ask her questions/complain/ask for advice/whatever you’d like to do before the press release actually begins. They can, of course, also talk with each other.</li></ul>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>12-09-2013, 14:18:05</strong>
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				-dances around impatiently waiting for this to start- xD
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>12-09-2013, 21:25:58</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8889722#msg8889722">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 12-09-2013, 14:18:05</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">-dances around impatiently waiting for this to start- xD<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Well if we're dancing we need some dancing music! This should do nicely.<br><br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sBZdSHAIZI<br><br>In other news I've finished writing the introduction post and the opening Indira post for Scene 01. I'll get working on the layout and formatting for the Episode 01 thread later today. So far it looks like we'll definitely be ready to start on Friday. <br><br>Oh! I've finalized the rules on the first page, so make sure to check those out and give me some affirmative that you've read 'em and agree to 'em.&nbsp; Though if for some reason you don't agree than we can talk about it. <br><br>I've slowly been adding some more info tidbits as well. Also on the front page of the OOC. There's some information about spawn and I've added information on demons, though that section isn't complete yet. However I'll be leaving some information on the demons undecided and vague on purpose. Mostly so people who play R&amp;D characters can have fun filling in those blanks&nbsp; :-)
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>14-09-2013, 02:31:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><span style="font-family: courier;" class="bbc_font">The thread for Episode 01 is now up! Click here (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=184970.0) to see it.</span></span></strong></div><br>Once you've read and agreed to the posting guidelines (it's on the Info &amp; Chat front page) you're free to go ahead and start posting for Scene 01. Please use the following posting format for your posts&nbsp; :-)<br><br><div class="codeheader">Code: <a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return smfSelectText(this);" class="codeoperation">[Select]</a></div><pre style="margin: 0; padding: 0;"><code class="bbc_code">[b]Location[/b]: The Ritz-Gospel Hotel (First Haven, Watcher’s Island). Elevator to Conference Hall 01<br>[b]Date[/b]: 5 January 2099. Monday<br>[b]Time[/b]: Morning<br>[b]Who[/b]: Insert your character's name here!<br><br>[hr]</code></pre>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>14-09-2013, 02:44:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Need us to post saying we agree to the rules/guidelines or just read them before we post?<br><br>Either way, they sound reasonable to me :o
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>14-09-2013, 03:04:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just read 'em and let me know you're okay with them before posting. Since if for some reason there's something you vehemently disagree with we should probably talk it over first.<br><br>Thanks Finn! I tried to keep it pretty basic. I know the requirement not to post character dialogue in bold or color is a little unusual, but I need all the bolds and colors free for future mind trippy shenanigans ;&gt;&gt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>14-09-2013, 03:29:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yeah, I thought that was strange, but honestly I've only recently gotten into the habit of doing that, so it's not so hard to remember not to :D<br><br>All in all, I'm good with it, I'll try to get a post out soon.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>14-09-2013, 03:54:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Looking forward to your post!&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>15-09-2013, 20:22:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<strong>Finn &amp; Joslyn</strong>: Please start thinking about any specific or what kind of questions you'd liked to be asked of Julie and Afia. I have a few fluff questions and a hardball or two planned, but I'll need your input and any ideas you have for this scene while I'm controlling the press peeps. Also think about if you want Afia and Julie to do well or if you'd like to see them stumble and choke a little. Thanks&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Also, we have a new writer joining us! I'll let Kai introduce himself, but please welcome him when he shows up.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>15-09-2013, 21:34:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I don't have any deliberate intention of having Julie mess up this press conference, but if she gets a question really out of left field I suppose its possible--that sort of thing I just play it by ear. Her big fear is to have someone ask about the recorder (given the close quarters among the pilots its likely there is at least rumor of that they could spread) but she's thought a lot about how to respond to that. As for whether that comes up or not, I guess I don't really have a preference either way.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>15-09-2013, 22:19:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				sorry for my lack of a post, I've been having a lot of distractions this week :&lt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>15-09-2013, 22:26:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hello there, happy to be joining. My name is Kai, and I'm focusing on one character at the moment, so I hope we can have a good story.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>16-09-2013, 02:41:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Welcome aboard.&nbsp; :-) Neat to have one more pilot character around. And I like how his synch varies so strongly with his emotional state. It will be interesting to see if he has better luck this time around.&nbsp; :P
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>16-09-2013, 03:24:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thank you very much. Yeah, hopefully his new outlook on life will help him with that. I'm sure he'll try to get friendly with all the other pilots too.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>16-09-2013, 10:29:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just wanted to let everyone know that Scene 02, which will introduce Kai’s character Cy and my character Ian, will be running congruently with Scene 01, the press conference. I’d like to give Finn the chance to post for Afia before I post again for Indira so I’m going to hold off on posting for her right now.<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8906460#msg8906460">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 15-09-2013, 22:19:36</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">sorry for my lack of a post, I've been having a lot of distractions this week :&lt;</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>No worries Finn. Thanks for letting us know though.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>17-09-2013, 19:47:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright, I'll try working on that post today.<br><br>Also is there an upper limit on characters cause I kinda have an idea for another one xD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>17-09-2013, 20:30:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8917011#msg8917011">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 17-09-2013, 19:47:58</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Alright, I'll try working on that post today.<br><br>Also is there an upper limit on characters cause I kinda have an idea for another one xD<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Sweet&nbsp; :-)<br><br>I think you guys are the best judge on the amount of characters you can handle, but for right now I'll probably limit it to three just so Episode 01 isn't overloaded with the introduction of so many characters. As you can see scenes are pretty specific so having more than one character gives more options for what scenes you can participate in. So if you'd like a third I'll allow it. But! There are some roles we're going to need to see filled.<br><br>We definitely need a second tactical commander and we're itching for more R &amp; D characters. R &amp; D is going to have way too many delicious revelations and mysteries for Laustin and Yeonhye to handle alone.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>17-09-2013, 22:20:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Uuuuugh, I didn't realize there was so much posted while I was being distracted... FFFF, damn you people xD;<br><br>I'll try to get that read and post to it D:<br><br>Also, I'm not entirely sure what position my character would have. The one in my head I mean xD<br><br>I'm going away from Asia with this one, and instead this character is a Native American. I imagine the character being deeply spiritual, and probably male for once xD I'm thinking bisexual and male for this one, though I'm not sure which tribe they're from. I might go with Kanien'kehá:ka (Mohawk), since there's a decent amount of information about them around, and I'm at least passingly familiar with their culture thanks to Assassin's Creed 3 :D<br><br>I don't want to do another R&amp;D character or pilot, since... ya know, versatility is nice. Maybe a member of the defense forces, either army or special ops.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>18-09-2013, 21:12:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Okay, I've braced myself for how much I'm gonna need to read. I got some tea. Time to get to work. :I<br><br>Edit: Whoops, double post. Oh yeah, Finn, way to look like you've got your shit together.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>18-09-2013, 22:03:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8923042#msg8923042">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 18-09-2013, 21:12:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Edit: Whoops, double post. Oh yeah, Finn, way to look like you've got your shit together.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Is there some rule about double posting on E I'm unaware of? Considering both your posts were about two entirely different things I don't see anything wrong with it. You look like you've got your shit together to me&nbsp; :P<br><br>Anyways, concerning your character idea! I love it, though I do have a slight worry on him being part of the ADAMS Armed Forces. Since you have two other characters that can easily be involved in pretty much any of the planned plot stuff (pilot, Afia, and R&amp;D peep, Yeonhye) I'm not that worried about it, but honestly I don't really have any plotlines planned out for the ADAMS Armed Forces (simply because making up the plotty stuff for the pilots, R &amp; D, and Administration/Mission Command is taking up my time). So if you <em>really</em> want him in the Armed Forces you'd have to be aware you might end up really only writing him in down time scenes since most of the action scenes are going to be concerned with pilots or the command staff (aka: our bridge bunnies and so far Luke is the only one we have).
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>18-09-2013, 22:51:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8923353#msg8923353">Quote from: Dotley on 18-09-2013, 22:03:56</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Is there some rule about double posting on E I'm unaware of? Considering both your posts were about two entirely different things I don't see anything wrong with it. You look like you've got your shit together to me&nbsp; :P<br><br>Anyways, concerning your character idea! I love it, though I do have a slight worry on him being part of the ADAMS Armed Forces. Since you have two other characters that can easily be involved in pretty much any of the planned plot stuff (pilot, Afia, and R&amp;D peep, Yeonhye) I'm not that worried about it, but honestly I don't really have any plotlines planned out for the ADAMS Armed Forces (simply because making up the plotty stuff for the pilots, R &amp; D, and Administration/Mission Command is taking up my time). So if you <em>really</em> want him in the Armed Forces you'd have to be aware you might end up really only writing him in down time scenes since most of the action scenes are going to be concerned with pilots or the command staff (aka: our bridge bunnies and so far Luke is the only one we have).<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Maybe not a rule, but in most forums I've been on double-posts are frowned upon, so its sort of hardwired into my brain as a bad thing xD<br><br>Anyway, I'm open to suggestions for where else the character could go.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>19-09-2013, 01:18:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Oh! And great job on opening posts everyone&nbsp; :-) I'll try and get posts up for Indira and Ian tonight. Had planned on writing them this afternoon but I got kidnapped to go to a movie and birthday dinner. I'll get started after I finish my rice.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>20-09-2013, 01:07:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright! Scene 01 will now be moving from the elevator to the conference hall. Cloud will officially do a transition post for us with Tianran describing the conference hall and the beginning of the press conference, so please wait until she posts before posting again for Afia and Julie&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>20-09-2013, 07:01:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey Dotley, so is Ian really just blunt? Cause the way his thoughts seem to be written he seems to be intrinsically volatile as well. Also he answered a rhetorical question rather defensively.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>20-09-2013, 07:24:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ian's just that blunt&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>20-09-2013, 07:43:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yeah, but is he really? Cause he's very biased which makes it less blunt and more antagonistic. Not trying to go against it, if that's how he is, I'm just trying to understand his character more cause he doesn't seem blunt.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>20-09-2013, 10:44:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yeah, he really is. Blunt as in plain spoken, straightforward, direct, and totally honest. Ian is eschewing the expected social courtesies in this situation, he's not going to load Cy with sympathy or tiptoe around the issue, because it's so much easier to just cut to the chase and openly address the fact that Cy survived something terrible and for some reason he's getting socially shunned by other pilots for it (a hook that you placed forward for Cy so I rolled with it :-) ). <br><br>The average person is going to perceive it as kinda aggressive and some characters might think Ian's a bit of a shit starter because he's not following polite social script, but I don't think there's anything inherently volatile or biased in that. <br><br>I'm actually a bit confused about that. The only way Ian is "biased" concerning Cy is that he thinks the guy survived something traumatic and no amount of therapy is ever going to make what happened fine. But that's Ian's personal view that death isn't something that can be made okay, so he doesn't really buy into it. And for Ian hearing Cy say what happened was his fault sounds like someone with survivor's guilt blaming themselves - aka possibly a serving a humble pie.<br><br>So yes Ian just really is that blunt&nbsp; :P and that can grate on people the wrong way. He's also currently a lot more blunt and up front than usual because he's currently going through his own stuff too.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>21-09-2013, 07:52:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Honestly, and I have no idea why I have trouble with accepting this. It's basically the content of one or maybe two paragraphs from one single post. I just don't get how Ian can say that Cy fucked up, Cy agrees, and then somehow Ian thinks he's too humble? Also the fact that he is acting out because of his own stuff he's going through seems kinda against the whole "Totally honest" part.<br><br>I think I'm trying to get a better hold on who Ian is, and that part kinda threw me in a loop as it's confused me. At no point did anyone expect anyone to be polite.<br><br>I'm sorry if I sound like I'm complaining :(<br><br>Edit: The whole thing about being "Fine" is confusing too. Does he think Fine means "Completely Ok"? Maybe it's a vocabulary thing.<br><br>Edit 2: Now that I read what you said more, I think maybe you think I'm disagreeing with his personality in general? Hell no, I prefer people like him, usually play someone like him but I thought I'd change things up. I just got confused by the change of pace.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>21-09-2013, 08:13:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just wanted to post saying I don't think you're complaining and that discussion about posts and analyzation of characters is welcomed. But I'm sleepy right now so I'll have to put off properly responding until later&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>21-09-2013, 08:17:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I appreciate that :) I just don't want to end up assuming anything when posting.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>21-09-2013, 18:25:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright now that I'm not all sleepy I can respond! I thought about this for awhile and even talked with Cloud to get her view on this.<br><br>So, honestly we could spend days talking about and analyzing Ian, but I think it might just be best not to worry about it for now and continue on with the scene. I just don't think it's going to be conductive to spend any more time picking him apart. I've even considered editing Ian's post, but that wouldn't be conductive either since it would just make Ian's post longer.&nbsp; The characters have all just been introduced so it's going to take us all some time to get to know and understand them. Characters, just like real life people, can be messy and confusing with how they act or what they say. <br><br>This is our first time writing Ian and Cy together so if you don't understand where Ian is coming from it's fine. Heck, Ian is a character that has been living in my head for 9 years and I'm still learning about and developing him. I don't really understand Cy yet either but I don't expect to. Not so early on. So go ahead and just roll with it and post. If Ian's confused you than it's perfectly fine to write Cy confused too. If Ian is grating on Cy the wrong way than it's perfectly fine to have Cy call Ian out or question him.<br><br>Was there some specific goal that you had in mind for Ian and Cy for this scene? I didn't have anything specific other than to just give someone for Cy to interact with. And to show off the pilot's cafeteria&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>22-09-2013, 01:59:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Gotta love those days where the universe alines just right so that literally everything you try to do goes wrong and the entire day just feels like a huge waste of time.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>22-09-2013, 02:04:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8940156#msg8940156">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 22-09-2013, 01:59:13</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Gotta love those days where the universe alines just right so that literally everything you try to do goes wrong and the entire day just feels like a huge waste of time.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Well that sounds horrible&nbsp; :-(&nbsp; Hope the world aligns more positively for you tomorrow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>22-09-2013, 02:25:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8940180#msg8940180">Quote from: Dotley on 22-09-2013, 02:04:11</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Well that sounds horrible&nbsp; :-(&nbsp; Hope the world aligns more positively for you tomorrow.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Aye, hopefully. Friend was upset in the morning, thought I had work, wound up not having work, ended up going around town for no reason, came back home, net was out, just got it back now and I'm already too tired to have much fun with it :\<br><br>Edit: Nets are being pretty sucky today too. I'll see if I can post, but I can't promise anything with how spotty my connection is being.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>23-09-2013, 03:49:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's alright Finn. Hope the rest of the weekend and this new week turn out better for you.<br><br>I'll also be trying to get up a post soon for our hungry press peeps. But I'm feeling sick and bah so it might be a day or two until I get something up.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>25-09-2013, 06:53:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				And finally posted&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Now I'm off to go curl up with some soup and try to will this yucky sore throat away.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>26-09-2013, 05:15:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'll work on a post tomorrow, sorry, I meant to do it today but I lost track of time ._.;<br><br>Edit: Its technically no longer the day I said I'd have it done my time, at least, but I do plan on working on it before I go to sleep :o I just had some other stuff I had to take care of first.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>27-09-2013, 20:09:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				No worries Finn. Thanks for keeping in touch with us.<br><br>Julie and Afia aren't off the hook so easily. Hopefully Tianran can cover for them a little in Cloud's next post, but random reporter Daniel Murray will not be denied!&nbsp; :P
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>27-09-2013, 22:04:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8969210#msg8969210">Quote from: Dotley on 27-09-2013, 20:09:07</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">No worries Finn. Thanks for keeping in touch with us.<br><br>Julie and Afia aren't off the hook so easily. Hopefully Tianran can cover for them a little in Cloud's next post, but random reporter Daniel Murray will not be denied!&nbsp; :P<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Well, if he addresses Julie specifically (or if one of the other pilots pass the buck to her) she'll answer--otherwise she's just going to sit there and look pretty.&nbsp; :P
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-09-2013, 19:48:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Heya all. When Cloud wakes up in a few hours it'll be her birthday (since she's in Japan and therefore in the future for me) so join me in wishing her a very happy birthday!<br><br>Happy birthday, Cloud! Thanks so much for helping me get The Grigori Program up and running. Couldn't have done it without you there to listen and help me sort through all my random ideas and mind drivel &lt;3
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>28-09-2013, 20:08:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Wow, its birthday week! xD<br><br>My mom and one of my friends birthday just passed xD (My mom and friend were both born on Sep 27. Its also kinda funny that my mom is Sep 27, and I'm Jan 27.)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>28-09-2013, 20:11:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's definitely birthday month for me too. Cloud, myself, a few of my other friends, and I have a bunch of family with September birthdays.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>29-09-2013, 05:12:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey sorry I disappeared! Things happened, but I am still here!
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>29-09-2013, 05:32:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Dot, stop spoiling me. &lt;3<br><br>OK, gonna finally get to work on a post since I have some time to myself. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>29-09-2013, 05:33:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Happy birthday Cloud, and all other September birthday people mentioned.&nbsp; ;D&nbsp; :P
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-09-2013, 06:04:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg8976587#msg8976587">Quote from: Kaiten on 29-09-2013, 05:12:42</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Hey sorry I disappeared! Things happened, but I am still here!<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Heya Kai! Welcome back.<br><br>And Cloud - that's impossible. You still have another birthday present or two coming up fufu.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>01-10-2013, 07:24:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just wanted to let you guys I might not get a post up until Friday. I've got classes and I've just been saddled with a bunch of extra work responsibilities for the next two days. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>03-10-2013, 06:54:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Day one of intense work and class load complete, but I'll have to repeat it again tomorrow &gt;&lt; This weekend I am going to majorly reward myself with getting caught up on things.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>04-10-2013, 22:26:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Doesn't look like the press is going to be lobbing many softball questions today.&nbsp; :P I'll be looking forward to seeing what questions Julie gets.&nbsp; ;D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 16:22:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Do you guys want more press conference questions or you ready to move on? 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 18:43:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				lol I kinda answered that question for us. I couldn't help myself. That's the last question I really wanted to include, so I'm okay with adding a few more or wrapping it up, depending on what Jos or Finn want. :&gt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 18:48:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9008287#msg9008287">Quote from: cloudcraft on 05-10-2013, 18:43:44</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">lol I kinda answered that question for us. I couldn't help myself. That's the last question I really wanted to include, so I'm okay with adding a few more or wrapping it up, depending on what Jos or Finn want. :&gt;</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>It's all good &lt;3<br><br>And yep, entirely up to Jos and Finn. If either of you want some more questions for Afia or Julie I can provide. Or if you guys have thought of any particular questions you want your characters to be asked feel free to ask me to it or heck feel free to throw in your own temporary journalist NPC. Or if you have any other ideas for the press conference you'd like to hash out let's hear 'em. I'm open to making it happen. But if you're both ready to move on we can wrap it up soon.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 19:12:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey. :) Sorry if I sort of posted out of turn, but the question was addressed to all the pilots and since I was on, I figured I'd take a stab at it.<br><br>I'm fine either way regarding continuing the press conference--if more interesting or difficult questions come up that's fun, but moving on is good too.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 19:22:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Don't sweat it, I liked Julie's response. :D
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 19:25:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9008404#msg9008404">Quote from: Joslyn on 05-10-2013, 19:12:05</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Hey. :) Sorry if I sort of posted out of turn, but the question was addressed to all the pilots and since I was on, I figured I'd take a stab at it.<br><br>I'm fine either way regarding continuing the press conference--if more interesting or difficult questions come up that's fun, but moving on is good too.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Not out of turn at all&nbsp; :-) it's a free question and Finn still has the opportunity to have Afia reply to it as well. And I agree with Cloud as well - Julie did a great job handling it. I think Indira will be very pleased with them all by the end.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>05-10-2013, 23:53:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm also pretty much good with either going on with more questions or moving things along. I'm working on a post for Afia now.<br><br>Edit: Might be slight delayed, but I'll get to it soon :D<br><br>I like this scene, but part of me also can't wait to play Yeonghye a bit xD<br><br>Edit again: Might be delayed a tiny bit more due to me pouring boiled water on my hand. either severe first, or mild second degree burns.<br><br>Its not my dominant hand, but still hurts like a bitch &gt;_&lt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>08-10-2013, 02:44:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ouch! That sounds terrible, Finn&nbsp; :-(
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>09-10-2013, 04:48:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright! I think we're ready to wrap up our current scenes and move onto some new scenes. Good job everyone. I hope you had fun writing your characters at the press conference&nbsp; :-)<br><br>So, let's do an overview of what's going to happen over the next few days.<br><br><strong>Scene 01</strong>: the press conference. Will be concluded.<br><br><strong>Scene 02</strong>: Ian and Cy. Unfortunely this scene will have to end early as it's paired timewise with the press conference. I PMed Kai but haven't heard back from him. I'll probably be having Ian excuse himself from the cafeteria. Will have to be concluded.<br><br>Upcoming scenes! We'll be having a small timeskip from morning to afternoon.<br><br><strong>Scene 03</strong>: Julie is promoted from trainee to pilot. Characters will include Percival Yao (Director of Administration), Luke Collins (Tactical Commander), Metatron, and of course Julie Tanaka. <br><br><strong>Scene 04</strong>: Will run at the same time with Scene 03. A routine synchronization rating test for a few pilots who aren't scheduled to go on the mission. General maintenance and testing of the Grigori in preparation for said mission. Allen acts a little odd during his synchronization test. This scene will focus on the R &amp; D department, though Allen and David will be present as pilots to give Yeonhye and Laustin named characters to observe during their work.<br><br>Alright there's a rough draft of what's up. If you guys have any other ideas though, please do speak up&nbsp; :-) I'll be getting scenes concluded and then the new ones started over the next two days or so.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>10-10-2013, 00:02:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey sorry about that, I couldn't figure out what to do so I kinda let it stew, for a bit too long. I'll make sure to post today. To keep posterity, I'll just have him leave or something to keep the flow that it's going.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>10-10-2013, 08:29:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thanks Kai&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Alright, well Scene 01 and Scene 02 are complete then. <br><br>Scene 03 has now kicked off. I figured it might be good to give Julie some one on one time with Director Yao. How you want her to use that time is mostly up to you, Joslyn. If Julie's got any questions or any opinions or ideas or something else she wants to make known to Yao this would be a good time for it. Other than that Luke will just come in when you're ready to see Julie officially be promoted from trainee to pilot.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>11-10-2013, 21:28:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Also, Joslyn, loved seeing Julie use her recorder! Great addition there&nbsp; :-) Whenever/if you guys would like to write little solo bits for characters like that feel free.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>11-10-2013, 22:39:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9038715#msg9038715">Quote from: Dotley on 11-10-2013, 21:28:48</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Also, Joslyn, loved seeing Julie use her recorder! Great addition there&nbsp; :-) Whenever/if you guys would like to write little solo bits for characters like that feel free.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Thank you. I figured since the recorder was mentioned in passing, it would be a good idea to show how and why she uses it to cope with all the stress she is under. Whether she'll regain the courage to stop isolating herself depends on who reaches out to her and what happens with the plot--if there's a lot of trauma and death ahead, she's not as likely to get better.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HockeyGod</strong> on <strong>12-10-2013, 18:30:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Howdy, hi! I've managed to submit my character information and I look forward to the insanity that will ensue. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>13-10-2013, 21:20:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9042284#msg9042284">Quote from: alxnjsh on 12-10-2013, 18:30:27</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Howdy, hi! I've managed to submit my character information and I look forward to the insanity that will ensue.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Welcome to the chat thread, alxnjsh. There will be plenty of insanity to go around&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>14-10-2013, 14:09:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry if one of the scenes is holding up because of me, I'll try to get a post up after I've slept ^^;<br><br>I was sort of hit by inspiration earlier and kinda burnt out all my creative energies on another thing.<br><br>Just gotta get my various priorities nice and balanced out. xD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>14-10-2013, 14:36:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				No worries Finn, I think you're actually waiting on a Laustin post from me. My bad, I'll get on that asap. <br><br>Kai! :D I had an interesting thought. I'm working on a pilot trainee character at the moment. Her name is Raisa and she's very social, so I was trying to think of a reason that she hasn't already befriended some of the other pilot characters. So, I thought maybe her closest friend recently died--do you think that Cy's dead co-pilot could be Raisa's former best friend? This won't immediately make Raisa hate him, don't worry, that'll all depend on how their interactions go. :) 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>15-10-2013, 18:33:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey I like that idea cloud!<br><br>Though it wouldn't have been that recent so to speak, it would have been 1 or 2 years ago. Still I doubt that would have been long enough to get over it. I expect he had a good relationship with her friend so it will be interesting.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>16-10-2013, 17:10:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just wanted to let you guys know I'm cramming for an upcoming exam so it might be a day or two until I get posts up.<br><br>(Also, and this might only make sense if you're a persona fan, but it was ridiculously difficult to refrain in my latest post from having Yao tell Julie, "Bonds are the true power")
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>16-10-2013, 17:30:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9061106#msg9061106">Quote from: Dotley on 16-10-2013, 17:10:42</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Just wanted to let you guys know I'm cramming for an upcoming exam so it might be a day or two until I get posts up.<br><br>(Also, and this might only make sense if you're a persona fan, but it was ridiculously difficult to refrain in my latest post from having Yao tell Julie, "Bonds are the true power")<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>... -is playing Persona 3 Portable (not as good as FES, but I can't find my copy of FES :&lt;) while watching Persona 4 the Animation and trying to get a Persona rp off the ground-<br><br>&gt;_&gt;<br><br>&lt;_&lt;<br><br>Yeah, I've heard of this "Persona" thing you speak of.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>18-10-2013, 05:18:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9061161#msg9061161">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 16-10-2013, 17:30:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">... -is playing Persona 3 Portable (not as good as FES, but I can't find my copy of FES :&lt;) while watching Persona 4 the Animation and trying to get a Persona rp off the ground-<br><br>&gt;_&gt;<br><br>&lt;_&lt;<br><br>Yeah, I've heard of this "Persona" thing you speak of.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>FES! For the past year I've been working on a totally maxed social link walkthrough. Also been debating whether to get a Vita or not so I can finally play P4 Golden and P3P. Goodluck with your Persona RP&nbsp; :-)<br><br><br>And good news! I survived my exam and got some work things done tonight. I'll be able to focus on posts this weekend&nbsp; 8-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>18-10-2013, 12:11:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9068983#msg9068983">Quote from: Dotley on 18-10-2013, 05:18:01</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">FES! For the past year I've been working on a totally maxed social link walkthrough. Also been debating whether to get a Vita or not so I can finally play P4 Golden and P3P. Goodluck with your Persona RP&nbsp; :-)<br><br><br>And good news! I survived my exam and got some work things done tonight. I'll be able to focus on posts this weekend&nbsp; 8-)<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Eh, that Persona RP seems pretty dead in the water. Guess there's just not as much interest for it as I'd hoped... or everyone who WOULD be interested is busy xD<br><br>Ah well, just means I have more time for other stuff, and maybe I'll try the Persona rp again down the line.<br><br>I want a Vita just for P4 Golden. P3P is... alright. Play the female character if you get it. The game in general just isn't as good as FES, but playing a female character feels different enough to make it feel like a new experience, and most of her new social links are really good.<br><br>Basically I'd recommend P3P to people who for some reason or another can't play FES, but want to play Persona 3; or people who have already played FES and want a new experience by playing the female Protagonist.<br><br>Anyway, if the rp's waiting up on me now, I'll try to work out a post! :o
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>20-10-2013, 19:04:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's probably just timing and luck. I think a persona based or inspired story has a chance of being a hit, so you should definitely try again at some point. I considered unleashing a persona inspired idea onto E before I decided on unleasing Grigori. I just couldn't resist the call of science fantasy and mecha&nbsp; 8-)<br><br>Yeah, that's pretty much the reason I want to get a vita so I can check out the female protagonist's route. All the new stuff definitely makes it worth playing again even though it's not a quick game to replay. And I was miffed in FES when I could romance ALL the ladies, but couldn't romance a single boy.<br><br>And definitely! I'm excited to see Yeonhye.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>20-10-2013, 21:14:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry, sorry... took on the task of making a character class I've never played before for a system that I haven't played in years xD<br><br>... it... has been taking longer than I thought... and... sort of interfered with my plans to post to this rp... BUT, I shall do it, have no fear!<br><br>I also need to finish the second character application I was working on for another rp. DAMN ME AND MY INSATIABLE LUST FOR RP!<br><br>also on the topic of Persona... Damnit, why does it take so long to be able to activate Shinjiro's social link!? ;A;<br><br>My female protagonist needs to hit that, yo. D:
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>21-10-2013, 01:36:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey, I was just wondering how Julie ought to interact with her superiors in the program. Should she stand and salute when Major Collins enters the room or are things less formal than that? Also do the pilots and trainees have any sort of ranks apart from their positions?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>21-10-2013, 03:13:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Pilots could be considered full fledged soldiers, albit with special duties and highly specific training, or pilots could exist in a quasi/honorary/fuzzy military standing without actually being classified as soldiers. Currently there are certain aspects of the pilots that are militarial (such as the drafting or volunteering, their training, the expectation that they'll obey and cooperate with ADAMS authority figures) though that doesn't need to mean they are completely classified as soldiers.<br><br>If pilots are considered soldiers than they'd definitely be tossing out salutes and there'd be more formal expectations. And they'd likely have their designation of pilot but also a military rank as well.<br><br>It just depends on what you all would prefer for your pilots. Which direction would you like to go? I can go either way with it and can see merit in each. Which way would be more fun/interesting/etc for you guys?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>21-10-2013, 03:36:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I think I'd prefer if day-to-day it was a little more informal--maybe salutes and ranks (if the pilots have any) might be saved for occasions where everyone is in dress uniform.<br><br>To me that would serve two purposes--the characters can interact a little more freely if they are not at the same level of the hierarchy, and it saves us all the trouble of constantly having to write about saluting every time someone enters a room.&nbsp; :P I think in-universe it can be justified that with the world on the edge of destruction its kind of hard to care as much about protocol. Also, the pilots being abnormally rare and important might afford them extra privileges.<br><br>For now I will just have Julie be respectful and address her superiors by either their rank or Sir / Ma'am.<br><br>edit: I think this time I will have Julie salute, since it was already done and it would be weird not to return it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>22-10-2013, 04:59:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright, I'm putting my post for this rp on my list of things to get done tomorrow. I think this one's just been giving me the most headache because I'm trying to figure out how to introduce the character D:
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>22-10-2013, 12:56:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				This brings up a very good point! I agree that salutes and whatnot would not be as common for pilots in their day-to-day life. Luke salutes more because he tends to operate by the book, especially in front of his superiors. He's also not a pilot so he can get away with less. If he were to see Julie around HQ, most likely he wouldn't salute her, he'd just say hello. :)<br><br>Mostly I think it boils down to personality types. There are probably some upper brass who are all about ceremony and will salute all the time. Tianran is a good example of a pilot who salutes even though he doesn't have to. But most of them probably won't, or will only do so when it's a formal situation, like you said. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>23-10-2013, 00:45:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I don't know why but I'm having a mental block as to just what she should be doing at the start of the post... if I could just get through that block I'm sure the rest of it would flow out pretty easily :I
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>23-10-2013, 00:58:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9092876#msg9092876">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 23-10-2013, 00:45:37</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">I don't know why but I'm having a mental block as to just what she should be doing at the start of the post... if I could just get through that block I'm sure the rest of it would flow out pretty easily :I</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Drinking coffee? Lusting after Laustin's doughnut? Going over some recent data on the Grigori weapons? Observing Allen and David through the pilot visual monitoring that is being displayed? Maybe having a conversation about her weekend with a random NPC that is also on the bridge with her? Could be watching the news! There was just an important press conference that morning. Just a few suggestions xD
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>23-10-2013, 01:01:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9092932#msg9092932">Quote from: Dotley on 23-10-2013, 00:58:23</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Drinking coffee? Lusting after Laustin's doughnut? Going over some recent data on the Grigori weapons? Observing Allen and David through the pilot visual monitoring that is being displayed? Maybe having a conversation about her weekend with a random NPC that is also on the bridge with her? Could be watching the news! There was just an important press conference that morning. Just a few suggestions xD<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Hmm... coffee's not a bad idea... dunno why but my brain's just like... totally frazzled whenever I try to start this post... its just like... I'll sit down, be like 'time to get to work'.<br><br>And then its 20 minutes of :Q__________
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>23-10-2013, 14:01:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If you need any inspiration, here are some random NPCs in the room who are up for interaction if Laustin is a little unapproachable!<br><br>Donald "Donnie" Jones - senior Grigori repair staff. Young, excitable, robotics dork. Light brown hair, tan skin, dressed in maintenance staff work wear instead of a formal lab outfit. He stands out among the scientists, but he's off in the corner monitoring the Grigori specs in case of any technical malfunctions.<br><br>Dr. Jankowski - a member of R&amp;D, has been trying to get on the special Grigori development team for years. Long, dark hair, quite tall, striking eyes. Specializes in pilot physiological research. A bit notorious for her current scheme: attempting to artificially induce synchronization in otherwise incompatible candidates. <br><br>Priya Gade - member of the special Grigori development team, specializes in chemical engineering in everything from the cockpit environment to the pilots' nutritional supplements. Dark skin and hair, surprisingly athletic build for an R&amp;D member, wears her hair cropped short.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>23-10-2013, 19:58:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I must say, certainly a lot of NPCs, really fleshes out the universe.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>24-10-2013, 23:56:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Cloud and I are definitely character writers. Tis why we each have multiple 'main' type of characters, detailed NPCs, and as Cloud has just demonstrated we can even whip up random NPCs with depth if the situation calls for it&nbsp; 8-) I'm happy to hear you feel it fleshes out the world.<br><br><hr><br>In other news I've got some GM updates for everyone. Just to keep you in the loop on what's going on.<br><br><ul class="bbc_list"><li>So back in August and beginning of September I was in detailed PMs with two writers who seemed super interested in joining the Grigori Program. Unfortunately it's been a long time since they've responded to an inquiry PM asking if they were still interested. Since they're still otherwise active on the site I'm going to take their silence as them changing their minds. However, this week a new person has popped up expressing interest. I believe we'll be introducing another pilot character very soon&nbsp; :-)</li><li>It totally slipped my mind that Indira and Yao's profiles are not completed and up in the profile thread. My bad. I'll be trying to get those up this weekend.</li><li>alxnjsh had some personal stuff pop up so it might be a while before we introduce his character.</li><li>And the last update: If you've got even the <em>slightest</em> bit of interest in having a R&amp;D character please let me know!</li></ul><br>Oh and I'll also be posting for Yao either tonight or tomorrow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>25-10-2013, 03:03:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Woohoo, new person, and I'm seriously getting to work on getting that post done now, I've got a start so the rest is flowing pretty naturally. I apologize again for the wait.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kaiten</strong> on <strong>25-10-2013, 06:05:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I suppose I may have an interest in having an R&amp;D character. I'm not really doing much with Cy at the moment after all. Have a little more time on my hand now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>26-10-2013, 03:46:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry for not having my post up last night, got really tired, but I got some work on it done, and I'm finishing it up now :&gt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-10-2013, 01:55:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hey all, just poking my head in. I had some pretty depressing stuff happen this weekend and have also been busy with some work stuff.<br><br>Kaiten, feel free to start working on an R&amp;D character or tossing out some ideas in the OOC if you'd like to converse with us about them&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>29-10-2013, 02:13:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry to hear that, hang in there. *hugs*
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>30-10-2013, 16:46:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thanks Joslyn&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Oh and I just had an idea for helping us connect characters. I was thinking of having Julie be assigned two pilots to sorta be her mentors since she's a new pilot. I'll offer up Allen as being one of the mentors, though Joslyn if you'd like a different character let me know. For the other mentor I was thinking Cy or Afia if Kai or Finn would be open to it. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>31-10-2013, 08:36:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Works for me with Afia :&gt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>31-10-2013, 09:10:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'd like to have Afia as a mentor to Julie, I'm interested to see how they get along.&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>02-11-2013, 03:56:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Since you both agree Afia will definitely be one of Julie's pilot mentors&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Joslyn, concerning the Luke and Julie chat going on right now Cloud and I just discussed an idea. How would you feel about Luke and Julie continuing to talk while he escorts her over to the pilot's barracks? Once they get over she can meet with up Ian, and perhaps even Cy if you and Kai would both like, and he/they can show her around the areas designated for official pilots only. More opportunity for character interaction and possible bonding moments! What do you think about that idea?<br><br>And while all that is going on the R&amp;D shenanigans over in the docking bay with Laustin and Yeonhye will continue.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>02-11-2013, 05:36:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				That sounds good. :)<br><br>I've got a character idea I've been kicking around in my head for one of Collins' subordinates on the bridge, I may send it along tonight if I finish it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>03-11-2013, 17:31:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thanks for sending in the profile. I'll try to let you know in a day or two if any edits need to be made. Cloud hasn't gotten a chance to look at it yet, but she should soon.<br><br>Did you have any ideas for how you'd like to introduce Ann into the story?<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>03-11-2013, 21:18:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well, I suppose I could introduce Ann during Julie's first mission, or maybe earlier at the briefing on the mission assuming that will be a scene. I'm fine with whatever is most convenient for you guys.&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>04-11-2013, 14:46:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Crap, sorry, took me a while to realize it was my post xD;<br><br>I'll get to working on it after I've slept, if I don't manage to get it done sooner... its so damn cold, I just want to wrap myself in my blankets until spring, though D:<br><br>Edit: And now my computer can't connect to the net. Until I resolve that I'm on a computer so slow it freaks out if I have the gal to try and browse the internet and listen to music at the same time.<br><br>I'll still try to get the post done today, but it might be delayed somewhat. Sorry, I seem to have really crap luck :\<br><br>Status Update: I'll see if I can get a post up tonight, but everything seems to be a bit wonky tonight. The nets gone out twice now, and though I got my computer to connect to the net finally, it likes to randomly be unable to load webpages. This back up one seems to be good for the most part, with resetting the router fixing the outages so far, but... yeah, I just don't feel entirely confident in the stability of my net at the moment.<br><br>Sorry for the delays and hassle, but I'll try to get a post up soon.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>06-11-2013, 13:25:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sorry for the delay, got busy and then hit a little rough patch. We should be back on track now. :D <br><br>I really like Ann! 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>07-11-2013, 03:03:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				My net SEEMS stable at the moment, but its done that before so I'm not sure how long it'll last.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>07-11-2013, 06:51:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Yes, Ann is great. I'll be putting her profile up with the others next time I get on my laptop. Probably tomorrow&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Finn: Sounds really frustrating with the internet issues. Hope it gets sorted it out, though thanks for letting us know.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>07-11-2013, 08:16:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's been stable for a record amount of time now, so it actually MIGHT have resolved itself.<br><br>BUT... I feel like I have to qualify this by saying this might just be wishful thinking on my part.<br><br>So... no promises just yet. Things are looking optimistic, but the universe has a way of raising my hopes up and then crushing them.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>07-11-2013, 08:23:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hope your internet behaves Finn.&nbsp; :-)<br><br>I'm glad everything is all set with Ann, looking forward to introducing her.&nbsp; ;D Back when things first started we came up with theme songs for some of the characters, I have one for Ann (also coincidently GitS-related).<br><br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMjNYVkOY6c&amp;list=PL01FEFECDCC70CD0E
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>09-11-2013, 13:10:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Since it's still behaving, and provided it still is by tomorrow, I'll try catching up to all my stuff then. This rp is going to be my first priority.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>10-11-2013, 02:02:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Alright Finn. And Joslyn, great theme song for Ann! Thanks for sharing. I've also put her profile up in the character thread.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>10-11-2013, 05:45:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Got that post up! I'm super sorry for the delay. It was about 50% my fault for taking so long to realize it was my post, and 50% technical difficulties.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>13-11-2013, 00:11:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It's fine, Finn. Thanks for giving us a heads up on what was going on when you were having some issues.<br><br>Joslyn, if it's alright with you I'd like to go ahead and interject Ian into Luke and Julie's conversation. Cloud has told me she doesn't really have much else for Luke to do or say for the moment. I figured Ian's been told to welcome Julie into the pilot fold and show her around a little. And since Afia will be one of her assigned mentors perhaps Finn wouldn't mind tossing in Afia into the scene later on too&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>13-11-2013, 02:58:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sounds good. :)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>13-11-2013, 04:11:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'd be game for it. :o
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>20-11-2013, 08:59:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Oh! Forgot to mention. Finn, don't feel like you need to wait for another Allen and David post before you post again.<br><br>And as for Ian I'll be posting for him soon&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>20-11-2013, 18:26:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Okay! I'll get to work on a post soon :O<br><br>Edit: Sorry! Blame Doctor Who!<br><br>I just realized I hadn't made my post for this yet. I'll work on it after the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary special today. Sorry, I've been so caught up in the fanboying I sort of forgot a few things I had to do &gt;_&gt;;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cloudcraft</strong> on <strong>25-11-2013, 04:05:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Lol pretend that my last post happened somewhere in the middle of Joslyn's last post.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>29-11-2013, 23:20:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				okay okay okay, business is out of the way. Sorry, I overestimated how much time I'd have between the Doctor Who 50th anniversary and Thanksgiving. Buuuut now I'm good to post :3
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>29-11-2013, 23:38:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Looking forward to it! Hope your Thanksgiving went well.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>04-12-2013, 21:32:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Okay... so... I swear I'm working on catching up on posts today &gt;_&gt;;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>07-12-2013, 03:50:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Good post Finn&nbsp; :-)<br><br>And I'll be getting a post up for Ian either tonight or tomorrow. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>10-12-2013, 00:21:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				So! Something has popped up that we need to talk about as a group. Life has happened and happened very quickly - at the end of the month I'm going to be moving out of the States to be with my family. <br><br>With the holidays coming up and me being busy settling in to a new place I was wondering how you all wanted to proceed with Grigori. I talked with Cloud and she's not really comfortable taking the reins, but there are a few ways we could handle this. I'm going to have internet, but for a while in December and January I will be slow with upkeep and responses as I get my new life figured out.<br><br>Cloud and I have thought about a mini hiatus, though we are concerned that might kill the story. I've thought about also trying to wrap up any scenes my characters are in and then getting new character scenes set up for you guys so you all can continue with perhaps some character development and character relationship building scenes that won't require any GM consulting.<br><br>So! What do you guys think and feel? Please be honest on how you'd like to go from this point&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>10-12-2013, 02:11:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I hope everything works out well with your move.&nbsp; :-) *hug*<br><br>I suppose given those options I'd most like the idea of wrapping up the current scenes and setting some things up for general in-character chat. One possibility would be Julie finishing with her responsibilities for the day and going down to help out in the lab (I figure she volunteers to help with cleaning and other sort of minor lab assistant stuff a chem undergrad might know how to handle). Maybe she could talk with Yeonhye about her previous scene with the synch going wrong assuming that isn't immediately classified. Julie would definitely have a bit of a crush on Yeonhye though she would try to hide it.<br><br>Might also be a good fit for Ann to be introduced and chat with Luke a while. They could run into each other in the gym for example. Maybe after his tense encounter Luke might want to unburden himself a bit, which could be an interesting way to get Ann out of her professionally detached comfort zone.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>13-12-2013, 23:27:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				I'm honestly good for whatever you guys want to do.<br><br>I definitely like Joslyn's idea of a scene with Yeonhye and Julie.<br><br>Sorry this post is so brief, I've been trying to think of something else to say, but I can't xD<br><br>Frankly, despite my slow posting, I really like this idea, and I don't want to see it close down. Whatever you guys think is best I'm good with. :&gt;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>15-12-2013, 23:20:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Thanks for responding and letting me know&nbsp; :-)<br><br>Joslyn, I'll get my Ian post finished and up real soon. I get on a plane next week so I'll be getting things sorted out and ready for my semi-leave this week.<br><br>Edit: And forgot to mention, Joslyn those are great ideas for scenes you all can carry on with while I get settled.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>17-12-2013, 07:41:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Here's a link in case anyone wants to see a visual image of what the Grigori pilot sleeping quarters look similar to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capsule_hotel<br><br>Obviously it would be significantly more hi-tech, a zillion times better, and larger though&nbsp; 8-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>23-12-2013, 09:57:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just a quick update and apology. I just got finished packing and I'm getting on a plane later today. Unfortunely I won't have time to get things as wrapped up as I had planned. Very sorry about this but I'll be trying to to get things rolling again soon as I can.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Joslyn</strong> on <strong>23-12-2013, 17:32:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Apologies to all, but I am going to drop out of the game. My interest has already been waning due to the slow pace and I just won't be able to get back into this after the hiatus. I hope there's no hard feelings or anything, everyone please take care.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>23-12-2013, 22:33:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Awww, that's a shame to hear... I think its understandable, though. Unfortunately slow-downs like this can often be pretty damaging for rps, especially those that were already progressing at a slow pace. <br><br>If we can keep this going I'm willing to try my hand at sticking around.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Dotley</strong> on <strong>27-12-2013, 04:33:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=183545.msg9362284#msg9362284">Quote from: Finn MacKenna on 23-12-2013, 22:33:16</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">If we can keep this going I'm willing to try my hand at sticking around.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>Thanks for offerring Finn, but at this point I'm just going to officially close the story for now. Thanks for joining and writing with us. I hope to see you around the forum. And if I take a second plunge and try to restart Grigori at some point in the future using everything I learned I'll let you know.<br><br>Thanks all&nbsp; :-)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: [The Grigori Program]: Info &amp; Chat</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Florence</strong> on <strong>27-12-2013, 22:48:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Okay&nbsp; :'(<br><br>I do hope you try again some time, this story had a lot of potential!
			</dd>
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