The Universe (Sign Ups and Discussion) (ALWAYS OPEN)

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

The backstory

 

Gems. The dominant species of the galaxy. Both their namesake and their bodies stem from the gemstone found somewhere on their bodies. Even then, their bodies are just illusions, hosts to their gems and easily replaceable should they be damaged or destroyed so long as their gem is intact. When a Gem is “poofed” as this temporary death is popularly referred to, another Gem can contain the vulnerable gemstone in a bubble of energy to halt the regenerative process. Gem’s are capable of many other great feats. They can temporarily change their form at will, usually returning to the standard from they chose back when they were a simple gemstone. Gems are also capable of summoning a personalized weapon from their stone. Beyond that even, a number of gems have their own unique abilities. The greatest skill of a Gem, however, is fusion. Through the power of bonds, two Gems can become so close that they are able to become a single Gem that is more powerful than the sum of their parts. Usually performed through a dance, the stronger the Gems’ love for each other, the longer the fusion can be sustained.

 

Gems have no means of reproducing, and being prone to conflict, Gem population is very unstable. To maintain their species they invented a kind of drill-like machine called Injectors to plant gemstones into the crust of planets so that other Gems may be born from the planet’s life force. Unfortunately, controversy erupted between the Gems who cherished all life and the Gems that cared most for their own species.

 

Disclaimer and Rules

 

This is going to be an open world(s) character driven RP. The main conflict will be over the Injectors as well as personal quarrels between Gem characters. With no central linear plot, it’ll be hard to determine the lifespan and frequency of posts within the roleplay. Nevertheless, I hope we can all enjoy a little open-endedness here. 

 

-RULES-

 

-General KH13 Roleplaying rules apply. No overpowered characters. No killing without permission. Etc.

-This thread itself will be pretty important as the actual roleplay occurs. Come here to request permission for kills, ideas for planets to add to the Universe Atlas, or fusion concepts

-Right. Fusion. That’s the real kicker this roleplay has. If your character is bonding with another’s then fusion might just become possible. Talk with the maker of that character here or over PM and come up with a fusion of your characters. This whole new character can either be controlled by the two of you alternatively, or have one person take charge overall or per fusion. It’s really up to you.

-Multi Fusions. Now. Since Gem Fusions are their own beings, they are able to fuse as well. That being said, I won’t refuse to allow Multi Fusions, but it may get rather confusing as it goes on. So just be careful. 

-Please specify the planet (and character if applicable) you're on before posting

-If you have to drop out, please try and warn us ahead of time so you can work in whatever leads to your character leaving the story

-Put your favorite color on the bottom of your signup sheet to assure you’ve read these

 

Character Template

 

Name: Must be named after a gem/mineral/crystal

Preferred name: Optional. Makes it a little more personal than what they are.

Appearance: All gems are technically genderless. Use whichever pronouns you prefer, and feel free to swap between masculine and feminine looks if you end up being poofed. What was almost death could be a chance to reinvent yourself. Can be a picture and/or a description. Include shape and location of gemstone.

Weapon: Can be summoned from your gemstone at will. Have fun with this. Try not to get too complicated though. This isn’t RWBY.

Abilities: Go ahead. Be as creative or as simple as you like. Just don’t make yourself too overpowered

Backstory: Completely optional. Just to add a little more depth if you’d like.

Fusions: These are to be edited in once you form bonds within the RP

 

Name:

Preferred name:

Appearance:

Weapon:

Abilities:

Backstory:

Fusions:

 

Universe Atlas

 

Interplanetary travel is possible using modern Gem technology via Warp Panels

 

The Quadement Solar System (in order of closeness to the central star)

Pyrrha: A planet full of volcanic activity. Tinted red by its extreme heat. Lifeless

Terraria: A planet full of mountains and desserts and near constant seismic activity. Some animal life.

Venta: A lush planet full of plant life and animal life. Windy.

Akooa: A planet covered in ice and water. Lifeless

 

 

Character Gallery

 

Carnelian

Jadeite

Girasol

Amethyst

Cyprine

Amber

Kunzite

Gahnospinel

Star Garnet

 

 

Fusion Gallery

 

None  yet

Edited November 8, 2015 by Sikota Urinakano

[Shard the Gentleman 2,891]

Name: Carnelian

Preferred name: Carnelian, Carnelle

Appearance: (sorry for picture quality, I wasn't able to scan my drawings so I took a picture)

 

 

 

 

Weapon: Long Sword, dark red hilt, light red blade

Abilities: Fire-proof, Scouting skills

Backstory: Carnelian was created on Pyrrha via injector. When she emerged, she was taken to Homeworld, and trained as a scout/mini soldier. Since then, however, she joined the resistance.

Fusions:

 

I might add another character later, depending on things. If I do, they'd be on the side of Homeworld. Would that be alright?

BLUE

Edited November 2, 2015 by Shard the Gentleman

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

Name: Carnelian

Preferred name: Carnelian, Carnelle

Appearance: (sorry for picture quality, I wasn't able to scan my drawings so I took a picture)

 

 

 

 

Weapon: Long Sword, dark red hilt, light red blade

Abilities: Fire-proof, Scouting skills

Backstory: Carnelian was created on Pyrrha via injector. When she emerged, she was taken to Homeworld, and trained as a scout/mini soldier. Since then, however, she joined the resistance.

Fusions:

 

I might add another character later, depending on things. If I do, they'd be on the side of Homeworld. Would that be alright?

BLUE

The multiple character thing? But of course. The homeworld thing? Also a yes. Though it'll only exist in name in terms of the roleplay. For simplicity's sake on any newcomers

[Shard the Gentleman 2,891]

The multiple character thing? But of course. The homeworld thing? Also a yes. Though it'll only exist in name in terms of the roleplay. For simplicity's sake on any newcomers

Awesome.

[Mystics Apprentice 2,397]

This definitely sounds intriguing.  However, I'm not very familiar with Steven Universe.  Do you think I'll be too greatly disadvantaged, or should it still be possible to keep up with the RP?

 

Name: Jadeite

Preferred name: Jade

Appearance: Jadeite appears masculine, with a tall thin frame at an age of about twenty-one.  Black locks cover his forehead and ears, his eyes bright-green on a pallid clean-shaven face.  Typically Jade wears jeans or slacks, and *always* wears long-sleeve shirts.  His gem is embedded in his right forearm.

Approximate image example (the only character I could think of that somewhat resembles him):

Weapon: Verdant sword (blade infused with the element of wind, if permissible)

Approximate image example:

 

Abilities: Can manipulate wind, including but not limited to: enabling himself to fly, manipulate weather and climate.

Backstory: Jadeite has survived for a number of centuries, partly because he is ever-changing.  Very frequently Jadeite has changed its appearance and global location, keeping to himself and trusting few others.  Once, however, Jadeite had broken this exception and lived in one location for several generations, bonding with another gem that nearly destroyed it.  Now Jadeite is very closed off and distant to all, incredibly distrusting of others and trying to thrive on its own.

Fusions: NA thus far.

Favorite color: robin's egg-blue.

Edited November 2, 2015 by Mystics Apprentice

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

This definitely sounds intriguing.  However, I'm not very familiar with Steven Universe.  Do you think I'll be too greatly disadvantaged, or should it still be possible to keep up with the RP?

 

Name: Jadeite

Preferred name: Jade

Appearance: Jadeite appears masculine, with a tall thin frame at an age of about twenty-one.  Black locks cover his forehead and ears, his eyes bright-green on a pallid clean-shaven face.  Typically Jade wears jeans or slacks, and *always* wears long-sleeve shirts.  His gem is embedded in his right forearm.

Approximate image example (the only character I could think of that somewhat resembles him):

 

Weapon: Verdant sword (blade infused with the element of wind, if permissible)

Approximate image example:

 

 

Abilities: Can manipulate wind, including but not limited to: enabling himself to fly, manipulate weather and climate.

Backstory: Jadeite has survived for a number of centuries, partly because he is ever-changing.  Very frequently Jadeite has changed its appearance and global location, keeping to himself and trusting few others.  Once, however, Jadeite had broken this exception and lived in one location for several generations, bonding with another gem that nearly destroyed it.  Now Jadeite is very closed off and distant to all, incredibly distrusting of others and trying to thrive on its own.

Fusions: NA thus far.

Favorite color: robin's egg-blue.

No worries. I designed this RP so that if people don't know Steven Universe, they can still enjoy it, and if they do know it, they can just enjoy it a little more probably? Accepted. Just don't go overboard with the weather power.

[Mystics Apprentice 2,397]

No worries. I designed this RP so that if people don't know Steven Universe, they can still enjoy it, and if they do know it, they can just enjoy it a little more probably? Accepted. Just don't go overboard with the weather power.

That makes sense; that should work out well, then.  Your description really introduced the world anyhow, so it should be pretty simple to catch on.  Also, I should elaborate more on what I meant concerning weather control.  I was thinking, for instance, if a tornado is in the air Jadeite could tamper with its direction, or perhaps altering its strength.  Perhaps he could conjure mini cyclones if this is permissible, but I really don't want to be overpowered either so if you think this is too much I'd happily restrict it.

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

That makes sense; that should work out well, then.  Your description really introduced the world anyhow, so it should be pretty simple to catch on.  Also, I should elaborate more on what I meant concerning weather control.  I was thinking, for instance, if a tornado is in the air Jadeite could tamper with its direction, or perhaps altering its strength.  Perhaps he could conjure mini cyclones if this is permissible, but I really don't want to be overpowered either so if you think this is too much I'd happily restrict it.

I remember your wind character from The Experiment (vaguely). I trust you know what you're doing in terms of balancing 

[Mystics Apprentice 2,397]

I remember your wind character from The Experiment (vaguely). I trust you know what you're doing in terms of balancing 

Hey, you remember!  I'm impressed!  That was my very first RP in a group setting, so it was of poor quality beyond belief since I was just starting out. : P  Good to see you back, Sikota.  I look forward to seeing what character(s) you settle on creating, along with RPing with you again. : )

[Vaude 536]

Like MA, I too am not too antiquated with Steven Universe, but the concept really interests me.  While I will join either way (with your permission, of course), what is the RP going to be like besides an open world RP?  Is it more along the lines of bonds, powers, and perseverance over forces of destruction and destruction in general, or am I reading too little into this?  Thanks in advance.

 

Name: Girasol.

Preferred name: Gira.

Appearance: Girasol almost has an opalescence to her and flickers with life at every turn, having a reddish flush on her white skin.  She stands at less than average height, has auburn hair and blue eyes, and is garbed in a satin sundress that flows as readily as she does.  Her gem lies on her left cheek.

Weapon: Whip that glistens with water which flows through it at a slow, steady pace.

Abilities: Water control, curative abilities, crystallisation of small amounts of materials (like water to ice or sand to glass).

Backstory: Born of the merger of Opal and Cinnabar, Gira was naturally lively and fueled with a burning passion to live and love.  She is creative, artistic, bright, and cheerful, to name only a few of her traits, and while she had many jobs and passions she favours being a sculptor.

Fusions: None yet.

 

Colour:  Purple.

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

Like MA, I too am not too antiquated with Steven Universe, but the concept really interests me.  While I will join either way (with your permission, of course), what is the RP going to be like besides an open world RP?  Is it more along the lines of bonds, powers, and perseverance over forces of destruction and destruction in general, or am I reading too little into this?  Thanks in advance.

 

Name: Girasol.

Preferred name: Gira.

Appearance: Girasol almost has an opalescence to her and flickers with life at every turn, having a reddish flush on her white skin.  She stands at less than average height, has auburn hair and blue eyes, and is garbed in a satin sundress that flows as readily as she does.  Her gem lies on her left cheek.

Weapon: Whip that glistens with water which flows through it at a slow, steady pace.

Abilities: Water control, curative abilities, crystallisation of small amounts of materials (like water to ice or sand to glass).

Backstory: Born of the merger of Opal and Cinnabar, Gira was naturally lively and fueled with a burning passion to live and love.  She is creative, artistic, bright, and cheerful, to name only a few of her traits, and while she had many jobs and passions she favours being a sculptor.

Fusions: None yet.

 

Colour:  Purple.

Just a little too into it. It's going to be driven based on the relationships and conflicts between individual characters. The only plot point is the Injector controversy, and that's simply to inspire interpersonal conflict. Accepted.

[Lady Aleister 1,677]

*screams dramatically*

 

My gemsona Gahnospinel hasn't been drawn yet.

I have someone drawing her...

[Hargleblargleboo 979]

I'll draw up a gemsona or something soon.

I was waiting for an SU RP.

[Aqua7KH 5,395]

This definitely sounds intriguing. However, I'm not very familiar with Steven Universe. Do you think I'll be too greatly disadvantaged, or should it still be possible to keep up with the RP?

 

Name: Jadeite

Preferred name: Jade

Appearance: Jadeite appears masculine, with a tall thin frame at an age of about twenty-one. Black locks cover his forehead and ears, his eyes bright-green on a pallid clean-shaven face. Typically Jade wears jeans or slacks, and *always* wears long-sleeve shirts. His gem is embedded in his right forearm.

Approximate image example (the only character I could think of that somewhat resembles him):

 

Weapon: Verdant sword (blade infused with the element of wind, if permissible)

Approximate image example:

 

 

Abilities: Can manipulate wind, including but not limited to: enabling himself to fly, manipulate weather and climate.

Backstory: Jadeite has survived for a number of centuries, partly because he is ever-changing. Very frequently Jadeite has changed its appearance and global location, keeping to himself and trusting few others. Once, however, Jadeite had broken this exception and lived in one location for several generations, bonding with another gem that nearly destroyed it. Now Jadeite is very closed off and distant to all, incredibly distrusting of others and trying to thrive on its own.

Fusions: NA thus far.

Favorite color: robin's egg-blue.

Damn I just want to join this rp just because of your character (he's hot and badass)

Sadly I definitely can't. All these amazing rps and I can't even like join because I'm in like 8 already.

(I also am not familiar with the Steven Universe at all even tho I really want to watch it...)

Edited November 3, 2015 by Aqua7KH

[Mystics Apprentice 2,397]

Damn I just want to join this rp just because of your character (he's hot and badass)Sadly I definitely can't. All these amazing rps and I can't even like join because I'm in like 8 already.(I also am not familiar with the Steven Universe at all even tho I really want to watch it...)

Aww, now that's a sure bummer, but I completely understand. I'm in four RPs myself but they're all rather slow. I would've definitely been interested to see what your character is like here, especially to see her/his interaction with Jade, and via versa. Have you thought about putting any of the current RPs on hiatus, namely The Hunted?Not trying to pressure you at all, even if it would've been cool to have you on board. . Just a suggestion! Edited November 3, 2015 by Mystics Apprentice

[Aqua7KH 5,395]

Aww, now that's a sure bummer, but I completely understand. I'm in four RPs myself but they're all rather slow. I would've definitely been interested to see what your character is like here, especially to see her/his interaction with Jade, and via versa. Have you thought about putting any of the current RPs on hiatus, namely The Hunted?Not trying to pressure you at all, even if it would've been cool to have you on board. . Just a suggestion!

Well, I'd definitely would love to see that too! It's just think I also only watched one episode of Steven Universe. If I knew all about I'd definitely join. (Just joined Hargle's rp a few days ago)I have thought about putting them on hiatus, but most of them are slow anyway so I can handle it. Plus I feel like if I do put them on hiatus I'll never start them up again /shot

[Become 14]

Name: Amethyst 

Preferred Name: "Ame" 

Appearance: In its current state, Amethyst chooses to appear and identify as a youthful female of rather petite proportions. She stands approximately five feet, five inches in height, and would appear to weight roughly one hundred ten pounds. Her physique is not one of much excess of bulk and build, but a small, lean and dexterous one. While muscles remain on the small side, they are particularly visible and smoothly defined. In maintaining her youthful visage, Amethyst's facial outline leans more towards a rounded form, rendering a somewhat infantile expression. This element is accentuated by a wideness in her almond-shaped purple eyes. She chooses to where her hair short, slicked up in front spike, giving her a boyish look. Her preferred color is primarily blonde, but she frequently mixes it with other colors. Her Gemstone is located in her torso, infused just below the sternum. 

Abilities: "Amethyst Soul;" The Self-Named power of Amethyst relies on 'her' ability to focus the power of her Gemstone throughout the expanse of her constructed body, utilizing it as a means of empowerment and stability in the face of adversity. Through this focus she is able to endow her manifest physique with strength and resilience uncommon of one of her size, reaching phenomenal feats of physicality. This ability may also be usable as a line of defense against powers that would taint Amethyst's physical form from within. 

Weapon: "Amethyst Aura;" by externalizing the power of Amethyst Soul, Amethyst forges an Aura about herself. The Aura manifests as a visible, purple luminescence that projects from her skin, and prompts her Gemstone to take on a similar glow. The Aura is usable as both an offensive and defensive fixture: it can be applied to the reinforcement of hand-to-hand combat, bolstering an added element to physical strikes or the energy thrown as projectiles; the energy may also be condensed in to shielding elements that lessen impacts, and can block other weapons. 

Backlash: The excessive use of Amethyst Soul and Amethyst Aura leaves Ame worse for the wear. As Amethyst Soul is applied, it puts strain upon the Gemstone, which is working to feed power to Ame's 'body.' In similar fashion, prolonged use of Amethyst Aura leaves the Gemstone depleted. Amethyst is, thus, effectively capable of "poofing" herself. 

Backstory: Freshly born by way of Injection, Amethyst came into being amid the Mountains of Terraria. As in artificially grown Gem, Ame is of the predisposition that the survival of the Gem Species through Injection should be paramount to the species. The expense of other lifeforms is necessary and natural happening that must occur in order for the Gems to continue their existence. 

Fusions: N/A

My Favorite Color: Blue

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

 

Name: Amethyst 

Preferred Name: "Ame" 

Appearance: In its current state, Amethyst chooses to appear and identify as a youthful female of rather petite proportions. She stands approximately five feet, five inches in height, and would appear to weight roughly one hundred ten pounds. Her physique is not one of much excess of bulk and build, but a small, lean and dexterous one. While muscles remain on the small side, they are particularly visible and smoothly defined. In maintaining her youthful visage, Amethyst's facial outline leans more towards a rounded form, rendering a somewhat infantile expression. This element is accentuated by a wideness in her almond-shaped purple eyes. She chooses to where her hair short, slicked up in front spike, giving her a boyish look. Her preferred color is primarily blonde, but she frequently mixes it with other colors. Her Gemstone is located in her torso, infused just below the sternum. 

Abilities: "Amethyst Soul;" The Self-Named power of Amethyst relies on 'her' ability to focus the power of her Gemstone throughout the expanse of her constructed body, utilizing it as a means of empowerment and stability in the face of adversity. Through this focus she is able to endow her manifest physique with strength and resilience uncommon of one of her size, reaching phenomenal feats of physicality. This ability may also be usable as a line of defense against powers that would taint Amethyst's physical form from within. 

Weapon: "Amethyst Aura;" by externalizing the power of Amethyst Soul, Amethyst forges an Aura about herself. The Aura manifests as a visible, purple luminescence that projects from her skin, and prompts her Gemstone to take on a similar glow. The Aura is usable as both an offensive and defensive fixture: it can be applied to the reinforcement of hand-to-hand combat, bolstering an added element to physical strikes or the energy thrown as projectiles; the energy may also be condensed in to shielding elements that lessen impacts, and can block other weapons. 

Backlash: The excessive use of Amethyst Soul and Amethyst Aura leaves Ame worse for the wear. As Amethyst Soul is applied, it puts strain upon the Gemstone, which is working to feed power to Ame's 'body.' In similar fashion, prolonged use of Amethyst Aura leaves the Gemstone depleted. Amethyst is, thus, effectively capable of "poofing" herself. 

Backstory: Freshly born by way of Injection, Amethyst came into being amid the Mountains of Terraria. As in artificially grown Gem, Ame is of the predisposition that the survival of the Gem Species through Injection should be paramount to the species. The expense of other lifeforms is necessary and natural happening that must occur in order for the Gems to continue their existence. 

Fusions: N/A

My Favorite Color: Blue

 

Oh I'm looking forward to seeing this character in action. Readily accepted.

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

Thinking we have enough people to start. I'll be adding in my character soon enough. Oh, and Neko's and Bun's

Edited November 4, 2015 by Sikota Urinakano

[Vaude 536]

Sounds great!  I'm really liking the characters thus far and am looking forward to the start of this RP, especially with Become's intriguing style of writing.  As for Aqua, I hope you can either join this RP later or that we can do one together sometime.  I've heard nothing but good things about you from MA.

[Shard the Gentleman 2,891]

I've been trying to draw the Gem that I wanted on Homeworld's side. I have a basic design but I can't actually draw it. As soon as I do, however, I'll post her signups sheet here.

[Shard the Gentleman 2,891]

Sorry for the double post.

 

Name: Cyprine

Preferred name: Cyprine

Appearance: (again, not an artist, forgive the proportions.)

 

 

 

Weapon: Double-edged Sythe - can be thrown to either hit something/someone or act as a rope to wrap around someone.

Abilities: High physical strength - has a visor that can analyze a gem, detecting what weapon they use (along with other info.)

Backstory: Cyprine was created on an unknown planet- but she's still loyal to homeplanet. She believes that the preservation of the species is the number one priority of all Gems- along with galactic rule of the Gem Race.

Fusions:

[Sikota Urinakano 876]

Sorry for the double post.

 

Name: Cyprine

Preferred name: Cyprine

Appearance: (again, not an artist, forgive the proportions.)

 

 

 

Weapon: Double-edged Sythe - can be thrown to either hit something/someone or act as a rope to wrap around someone.

Abilities: High physical strength - has a visor that can analyze a gem, detecting what weapon they use (along with other info.)

Backstory: Cyprine was created on an unknown planet- but she's still loyal to homeplanet. She believes that the preservation of the species is the number one priority of all Gems- along with galactic rule of the Gem Race.

Fusions:

Sounds good. Accepted. Just don't read to deep with that visor. Also is the scythe double edged in a T shaped sense, or more like an S?

[Shard the Gentleman 2,891]

Sounds good. Accepted. Just don't read to deep with that visor. Also is the scythe double edged in a T shaped sense, or more like an S?

I'll keep that in mind. I mainly had the idea for uses like, planet of origin and weapon.And it's more of an S shape, I'm sorry I forgot to mention that.

[Lady Aleister 1,677]

I'll probably draw Gahnospinel tonight again and I'll TRYYYY to get her up sometime.