Description
The land of Ingary. A temperate, fertile affair that is governed by a monarchy and where magic, seven league boots and jinns are commonplace. (Perhaps not quite common, but it always remains a possibility). The land is comprised of five divisions: Market Chipping, a middle class town that lies to the West, Porthaven, a coastal town that is situated South, Upper Folding, a residential area which spans the East, and Kingsbury - the Northern capital of Ingary and the city that houses the upper echelon of society, namely the royal court and family.
The land basks in the throes of peace...
But will this tranquility last?
Rules & FAQ
Read everything here carefully - it's extensive in order to ensure you get the most out of your experience and have fewer questions.
Favorite and/or upvote the roleplay as part of your app.
Please note that the genres of the roleplay are fantasy, medieval and perhaps a bit of 'city' verse.
The rp takes place in an alternate universe, meaning that your characters are /not/ idols or whoever they are in reality.
International face claims are permitted.
All orientations are allowed, as are non-traditional pregnancies like mpreg (the explanation for these comes from the use of magic, so go see a sorcerer if you're a gay or lesbian couple that want to have children).
Face chasing wherein you speak only to your bias is strongly discouraged.
This roleplay is third pov and first pov. One liners are not to be a common happenstance in any room other than the IC chatroom.
This roleplay is not a crack roleplay. If I see everyone roleplaying in the IC chatroom and nowhere else, that will constitute an issue. Everything should be kept to a minimum, alright?
and suicide are not to be executed in any of the public/basic rooms. If you choose to touch upon any of these topics on your walls/rooms, they must be accompanied with a trigger warning. Do note that indulging in such will be frowned upon.
The roleplay is divided into its various towns - but there is opportunity to mingle freely with the residents in each. Essentially, you may think of Ingary as a very tiny country. Travel between towns and see the sights, if you must. <3
In terms of how inspired this rp is by Howl's Moving Castle, we can say that you can take inspiration from the characters and places in the book/movie, but you do not have to strictly adhere. For example, Taemin is loosely based on Howl himself, but characters such as Sophie and Markl/Michael have been reduced to loose 'cleaning lady' and 'apprentice' positions that can be applied for.
Due to the nature of the rp and the depth I expect your threads to offer, you have a long period of time to go inactive. You have 14 days before your character(s) become inactive, whereupon you receive ONE warning. This does not, under any circumstances, encourage inactivity. I would love it if you posted on occasion and chatted in the IC room.
If you intend to engage in ual activity, you MUST be 16 years and over OOC and 18 years and over IC. As in all my roleplays, there will be no compromise; my roleplay will not be the breeding ground for unwitting ia.
How the rp works:
The rp, as aforementioned, is separated into five divisions. Market Chipping's a middle class town with middle class businesses and houses, and perhaps a few wealthy folk who want to avoid the hustle and bustle of Kingsbury but still remain respectable. Kingsbury is where the majority of the affluent businesses and upper class reside. Porthaven is a seaside, quiet town, very peaceful and with a lot of lower class people there. Upper Folding is suburban like Market Chipping, but few businesses are here due to its residential nature and most people visit Market Chipping for that purpose. In the middle of the four towns stands the Wastes, a barren marshland that is unoccupied for the most part with the exception of Taemin's moving castle.
It's post-industrialisation as in the movie. If you haven't seen or read it, that's perfectly fine. But educate yourself on the Industrial Revolution anyway. Trust me, it will come in handy if you're a social science major. And if you're not, knowledge is good.
The rp is very immersive, almost like an rpg. There will be a newspaper that posts gossip on the upper class, so if you're noble or wealthy, watch out.
There are four classes you can apply for: Villager, Noble, Magical, and Mercantile.
With the classes come affixed positions, which are listed here. Check it out.
HOW TO JOIN
01 Sorry for all the reading, but we are selfish and want you to stay. So you may be less likely to leave us if you work hard in the first place :^)
02. Use the list of work locations and positions delegated by class type to complete your app. Upon joining, take a look-see at the residences that exist based on town and choose from there.
05. The p/a/s/s/w/o/r/d is: Is the rp pre-industrialisation or post-industrialisation?
APPLICATION FORM
I. OOC INFORMATION
NAME/ALIAS: (What you’d like us to call you).
AGE: (Are you above or at the age of 16? Don’t lie, now.)
TIMEZONE: (In GMT).
TRIGGERS: (What triggers negative physical, mental or emotional reactions for you? E.g. homophobia, mentions of abuse/, explicit ual depictions, etc.)
II. IC INFORMATION
NAME:
PERSONALITY: Use four adjectives.
BACKGROUND: Or writing sample. Must be 4-5 sentences.
CLASS: (Villager, Noble, Magical, Mercantile)
POSITION: Example 'Owner of Cesari's', 'Clockmaker', 'Taemin's Cleaning Lady', 'Pirate'.
RESIDENCE: (Market Chipping, Upper Folding, Kingsbury, Porthaven)
PASSWORD:
Positions
I. Villager
- You do not really have affixed positions, with the exception of Taemin's castle's cleaning lady. You just live your life as normal. Since the roleplay is medieval with steampunk themes, here is a list of professions you can use if you are of the villager class. You can also choose to apply for jobs in the businesses that are listed below.
- Clockmender
- Hatter
- Aerial Buccaneer - Artillery Balloonist unit able to quickly board enemy airships and enter areas unreachable by land, for spying and raiding missions.
- Airship Architect - Scheming interiors and/or exteriors of airships using blueprints and scale models.
- Nautical Captain - Captain of a nautical vehicle, such as a submarine or the ships of the Royal navy.
- Train conductor
- Nurses and Doctors
see here for more suggestions. medieval.stormthecastle.com/medieval-jobs.htm
II. Mercantile
See the list of businesses down below.As the owner of an original business, you can choose which part of the country you want your business to be. If you wish to introduce a new business, you will include it in your application form; the format will be included there.
THE YELLOW PAGES AWAIT!
See what amenities and jobs lie in store for you…
Cesari's Bakery
For the best baked goods in all of Ingary.
owner:
location: Market Chipping
cashiers/vendors:
bakers:
Scheherezade's Marketplace
This supermarket has everything - from vegetables and fresh meat, to cheap clothing for those who cannot afford the more costly options. Efficient, friendly, and versatile.
owner:
location: Porthaven
cashiers/vendors:
janitors:
stockroom workers:
The Glass Slipper
Shoes, shoes, shoes! Shoes for men, shoes for women, shoes for children, shoes for your cat, shoes for your dog, shoes for your cow- you name it, you’ll get it! The Glass Slipper’s shoes are renowned for their innovative styles and high quality.
owner:
managers: (limit of two)
sales associates:
The Snuggly Duckling
Craving some good old Strangian ale? Or perhaps vodka’s more to your taste? Whatever your preference, this pub has it all! Beware the customers with hooks for hands, though. There may also be a few stray swords lying about. That being said, the diverse nightly performances are of a caliber you certainly wouldn’t expect from such a seedy-looking tavern.
owner:
location: Porthaven
performers: (singers, dancers, burlesque; be creative!)
bartenders:
Taemin’s Apothecary
You can purchase tiny spells and excellent medicine (natural herbs) from this cute little shop. Don’t mind the spiders in the rafters, they’re friendly.
owner: Lee Taemin
location: Market Chipping
cashiers:
pharmacists:
La Belles Fleurs
A flower shop that somehow also makes hats. It is not uncommon to find a fresh pansy tucked into the band of a fetching bonnet- if the owner likes you, of course!
owner:
location: Market Chipping
florists:
cashiers:
hatters:
The Bathhouse
Here lieth the hypocrites of society, where the rules are bent and talk kept secret (supposedly). This is the place where people pay for persons to warm their beds, or to have baths hosted by pretty men and women. On Friday nights, there is an auction that allows one full night with the bathhouse’s top madame/monsieur.
owner:
location: Kingsbury
escorts (both male and female):
dancers (call girls, strippers):
singers:
bartenders:
bouncers:
security:
dealers:
madame:
monsieur:
III. Magical
This class is very rigid, as it only permits 4 free slots to occupy. To pursue magic outside of this, you must have 500 posts and a consultation with Lee Taemin or Bae Joohyun, the Royal Wizards of Ingary.
Affixed positions:
- Taemin's apprentice (0/1)
- Joohyun's apprentice (0/1)
- Independent Sorcerers (0/2)
IV. Nobility
A somewhat limited class, listed in order of importance. Choose from the unoccupied positions below.
King of Ingary - (1/1), Won Jongjin
Queen of Ingary - (0/1)
Prince 1 - (0/1)
Prince 2 - (1/1), Lee Taemin
Princess 1 - (0/1)
Earl (0/2)
Countess (0/2)
Viscount (0/2)
Viscountess (0/2)
Baron (0/2)
Baroness (0/2)
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