9/9/10 Meeting

Tonight Terathorn and Wandalor had Thane Gabriel Spade over to craft swords and work on the website.
Terathorn and Thane cut out and glued Terathorn's sword. Finally after many months Terathorn has just now decided on his sword design. And I must say it looks really good, a little long for my liking but I'm not the one who will have to wield it in battle.
While the men were doing this I, Wandalor, was hard at work trying to get the website ready to launch. It is coming along quite nicely, I got some ideas from Thane and Terathorn on how some things should look. So tonight I am fixing those to make the website flow better. Now if only we could take some pictures to put up on the site, or on here for that matter. Oh well until next time.

Update

Well it seems that life has got in the way of our assembling, so sorry. But we are back to business and are all re-focused on our goals.

September 6th was our first official meeting in a long time, we practiced fighting for a few hours then crafted some arrows. Part of our delay has been due to waiting for supplies, if you don't know Valentine is a thriving metropolis so we have to order most of our supplies. Our arrows work fantastic! They are soft enough to not cause pain, but tough enough to be felt and to fly. Right now (pre latex) they look like marsh mellows on a stick but I am assured that they will look awesome (post latex).

September 8th Wandalor continued to work on the website, assembledwarriors.com. It is coming along and it should be launched within the month. Tomorrow we will be having another meeting to organize the website and take pictures.

Assembled Warriors.com!!

A plan has been put in motion to create a web site, assembledwarriors.com is in the works as we speak! Be on the look out for it in the near future!

This week's gathering 7/11/10

Tonight the four members of the high council gathered at the Simmons Ranch to forge weapons. (pictures to come) Thane Gabriel Spade and Kristoph Sharpspare both crafted swords out of foam and which are now waiting to be glued, latexed and painted. Terathorn assisted in the forging but has not created one for himself yet. Wandalor continued to work on dresses for herself and other warriors. Afterwords Terathorn, Thane, and Kristoph had a mock battle with a potential warrior. From the feedback received it did not go as well as hoped.
No new regulations, no new members and no new information to report at this time.
Next meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night (7-12-10) at 7:00pm.

Meeting 7/2/2010

Members of the High Council gathered tonight to discuss upcoming events, new members, and guidelines for the Assembled Warriors. In attendance Terathorn Lightberer, Wandalor Lightberer, Thane Gabriel Spade and Jamaran Doombringer.

First order of business was to decide how the High Council would conduct meetings, it was decided that for it to be an official High Council meeting all 6 leaders of the different guilds had to be present, or if one of the 6 leaders could not attend they could send their second in command in their place. If one of the High Council members (or second in commands) are not present it is not an official meeting and therefore no new orders of business can be decided or made final.

Next we discussed a waiver to be erected, for injuries, damages ect. Wandalor will be in charge of creating one and this such waiver will be reviewed at the next meeting. Once agreed upon the official waiver form will be posted.

Finally we discussed rules for battle and for Assembled Warriors in general. These such rules are as followed:

• No creating your own job title, race, guild or weapons*. (You must have your weapons approved before you can do battle with them) Every new person will start out as a mercenary with a basic sword. A nation can hire you temporarily to gain an advantage in battle. If they are impressed with you they could ask you to join their nation. This can lead to down the road being accepted into one of the guilds to gain special skills.
  We still encourage creativity with names, background and history. With this rule we are trying to keep things as close to the original vision as possible. If in doubt consult Terathorn or Wandalor.
• Intentional striking will not be permitted and could lead to removal from battle and/or removal from group. Appropriate striking will be demonstrated before each battle. More to come on this guideline, and subject to change.

Personas of members

Name:Marshalas Whitus Mamabas Bentwood

Heritage: son of Reximus Maximus

Race: Elf/human Hybrid

Weapons of choice: longbow, dagger

Warrior Class: High Archer

Job: Layin' mofos out

Place of Origin: The Land of A Thousand Hills

Province: Free

Words you live by: Anything less than the best is a felony -Vanillyn Icious

Background: The third born of four great men, Marshalas was often overlooked by everyone in the Land of a Thousand Hills. He attended Kewanasylvoc School of Archers and the Accelerated Program of Archery of Valentolin alongside his cousin Esarlyn. He and Esarlyn were often found together while at Kewanasylvoc, but once at the Accelerated Program of Archery, they were often split because of fear from higher authority of their greatness being combined.

Famous for: Chaos of messing with materials used by the Valentolin competitive Foot Race and Fieldus Team.

Category of Player: Noble

Name:Zandar Redstang

Heritage:Roblendor Donson

Race: Elf/Human Hybrid

Weapon of choice:Dual Fighting Blades, bow

Warrior Class: Ranger

Job: Special Operations

Place of Origin: The Land of A Thousand Hills

Province: Free

Words you live by: "Battles are won and lost in the hearts of their combatants. Decide to be a winner, or accept defeat."

Background: First born son to Roblendor Donson, Zandar was a quick learner at the hands of his father and grandfathers, Edsonmar and Donrathor. After attending Cutcomback Academy for Swordsmen and graduating with honors, he attended the Accelerated Program of Archery of Valentolin, and although he was not best in his class he did advance to Valentolin School for Military Strategy. Despite being given this opportunity, Zandar left the prestigious school to become a ranger. He plans to move to Lincolnshire to continue his ranger training alongside Terathorn Lightberer, Master Ranger.

Famous for: Traveling the country side with his wild band of brothers, Jeffours Borertall, Quentor Shreddorr, and Jacoblorich Terhanithor. They call them selves Conkey Feed.

Category of Player: Baron

Name: Jamaran Doombringer

Heritage: son of Reximus Maximus

Race: Human

Weapons of choice: long sword, long bow

Warrior Class: Kick-ass Ranger

Job: the King's Secret Combat Unit

Place of Origin: The Land of A Thousand Hills

Province: Free

Words you live by: "If you ain't first, you're last."

Background: The last born of four legendary men, Jamaran showed his love for battle at a very young age. He attended the most intense school to master the art of battle. Growing up he showed the most interest in the sword and bow as well as throwing daggers. One year he was kidnapped but escaped and found safety with a crazy scientist. The scientist taught him science and math and the boy drank it up fast. He eventually returned back to his school and graduated early. He countinues his trainings at Valentolin top of his class. The adminstration is starting to feel that he is already set. Because of his amazing talents he was reconized by a master ranger, Terathorn Lightberer and is a part of his Guild in the North.

Famous for: His work in science and math, winning all the young ladies hearts, and leading a revolt defeating King Burger and his army.

Category of player: Duke

Name: Eclipsing Darkness

Heritage: Daughter of Alindas Phocaea

Race: Human

Weapons of choice: Sword

Warrior Class: Mercenary

Job: Counter Intelligence

Place of Origin: Ex parte Quirin

Province: (not decided yet will be what nation you belong to)

Words you live by: I can accept faliure but I can't accept not trying.

Background: Having suffered from an extreme case of amnesia, everything from her childhood and early adult years have been forgotten. Thus, setting out make new memories, she sought to make a difference in the lives of those around her....

Famous for: Bringing laughter to those around her, even at her own expense.

Category of player: Knight

Name: Aragos Du'artma'in

Heritage: Firstborn of Jusauran and Susanar Du'artma'in. Youngest in the great Du'artma'in line, Great Kings of a land far in the West, near the Gorge of Pines.

Weapons of choice: Choose your death: by Kingsbane or Heroesblood... or fall upon the Dragonsteeth.

Warrior Class: Mercenary

Job: smith, thief, maker of music, slayer of monsters, bringer of death.

Place of Origin: Forests of Shadorin, near the Gorge of Pines.

Province: the Road is my only home.

Words you live by: “Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons... because you are crunchy and good with ketchup.”
"Certainty of death. Small chance of success... what are we waiting for?"

Background: Born into the royal line of Du'artma'in, Aragos denounced his princehood early. His father did not take that well, but tossed him out in to the world. For many years, Aragos wandered from place to place. He made friends with a human blacksmith just north of Valentolin and stayed there for many years. Just before departing to seek higher learning in the village, the smith presented Aragos with four blades made from rare felliron. Aragos went to live in Valentolin and learned some from the Academy of Archery, but never held on to the lessons for the sword dominated his mind.

Famous for: The Kingsbane Curse.

Category of player: Duke... ish?

Name: Esarlyn Lightberer

Heritage: Daughter of Caryle, the Magestic

Race: Elf

Weapons of choice: Longbow

Warrior Class: Archer

Job: Warrior

Place of Origin: The Land of A Thousand Hills

Province: The Sandy Knolls

Words you live by: Fear nothing.

Background: Esarlyn was born to Caryle, the majestic and his beautiful wife, Victosyn. They owned a house overlooking the the Valentolin Plain and the Great Niebrare River. Esarlyn spent her childhood learning the art of archery at the Kewanasylvoc School of Archers. She is currently completing her fourth year in the Accelerated Program of Archery in the town of Valentolin.

Famous for: Splitting Robin Hood's arrow from a mile away.

Personas of current Heroes

Name:Terathorn Lightberer married to Wandalor Lightberer

Heritage: son of Reximus Maximus

Race:Human

Weapons of choice:long sword, bow

Warrior Class: Master Ranger

Job: Scout

Place of Origin: The Land of A Thousand Hills

Province: Free

Words you live by: If they will not bend then we will break them. Only you can sabotage your chances at winning

Background: Terathorn was born to a noble family of land owners. He is the first born of four boys. From an early age Terathorn demonstrated his desire to help people. Most of his skill he learned from his two grandfathers. At the age of 15, Terathorn turned away from his noble heritage to become a ranger. Terathorn spent 4 years with the rangers of the north becoming a Master Ranger. In 20-04 Terathorn moved to Lincolnshire. Here he has established is own guild of rangers using is teachings from the Northern Rangers as a base. In 20-09 Terathorn was wed to a wizard named Wandalor Escarpment. They live in Lincolnshire but often travel North to The Land of A Thousand Hills.

Famous for: The defeat of Wardon a evil warrior an the Battle of Lockerton.

Category of player: Noble

Name: Wandalor Mount Lightberer

Heritage: Daughter of Kendor Columbo Escarpment, son of Godfrey Escarpment, son of The Great Merlin the white. Wed to Terathorn Lightberer and keeper of the Lioness Georgetta Louise

Race: Wizard

Weapons of choice: Wand

Warrior Class: Wizard

Job: Headmistress of Veneficus Academy

Place of Origin: Born in South Lexia, Now resides in Lincolnshire

Province: Free

Words you live by: "It is important to fight, and fight again, and keep fighting, for only then can evil be kept at bay, though never quite eradicated."
Yes, yes, I know what you're thinking! 'He's an internationally famous wizard already!' But when I was twelve, I was just as much of a nobody as you are now. In fact, I'd say I was even more of a nobody! I mean, a few people have heard of you, haven't they? All that business with He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named! I know, I know -- it's not quite as good as winning Witch Weekly's Most-Charming-Smile Award five times in a row, as I have -- but it's a start!!"

Background: Wandalor is the great granddaughter of The Great Merlin the white, the first Wizard of this world. He went on to create hundreds of spells and potions that Wandalor uses to assist many Kings and rulers. Her grandfather Godfrey Escarpment founded four wizarding schools, located in all four corners of the world. Wandalor is now the Headmistress of the first school that Godfrey founded, Veneficus Academy, located in Lincolnshire. Most of Wandalor’s childhood was spent at the Veneficus Academy mastering spells and potions, she was the youngest student accepted and graduated early as well. Wandalor achieved the highest honors in every area of the Veneficus Academy but has yet to make a difference in the real world. Just recently married to Master Ranger Terathorn, Wandalor is determined to become a great warrior like her husband.

Famous for: Youngest excepted to Veneficus Academy, Top grades, Prefect, Head Girl and Graduating in her fifth year of school at the age of thirteen.

Category of player: Noble

Name: Kristoph Sharpspeare

Heritage:Son of Sir Sharpspeare O'Haley, Baron of Huggins

Race: Human

Weapons of choice: Short Sword and Shield

Warrior Class: Brigadier General, Leader of the foot soldiers

Job: Warrior

Place of Origin: Land of Huggins

Province: not yet decided

Words you live by: He who has mastered the art doesnt use his sword; he compels his adversary to kill himself

Background: Kristoph the only son of Sir Sharpspeare O'Haley the Baron of Huggins, was born in the small land of Huggins in the 40th year of the Sharpspeare reign. Being brought up in a family known to produce mighty warriors, exposed Kristoph to training at an early age in the ways of combat, and strategic warfare. At the age of 18 Kristoph's training in the land of his forefathers came to and end, so he set out to learn more of the world outside the lands in which he had been raised. He journeyed into the southern country making his way into the larger cities of the south where he took up an apprenticeship with a blacksmith for a year. When he turned 20 Kristoph moved back to the north where he face his greatest obstacle to date in the Battle of Fall Rapids.

Famous for: Slaying the Minotaur of Battle Creek, and his unique 'Greater Style' of combat

Category of player: Noble

Name :Thane Gabriel Spade

Heritage: (son of General Perimisus Spade)

Race: Human Warrior

Weapons of choice: Short sword Shield and Spear

Warrior Class: (Colonel second in command under Brigadier General Kristoph Sharpspeare)

Job: Warrior

Place of Origin: Ethereal Cliffs of Felldenhad

Province: (not decided yet)

Words you live by: Our scars tell us where we have been. They don’t dictate who we are.

Background: His father’s noble death in battle came only weeks before his birth, followed then his mother’s untimely death from the plague. The child was taken in by the royal weapons master Sir Keeninger. He was taught to handle all types of weaponry. At this young age he learned to serve his king through battle and acts of valor. Shortly after he had became knighted while on a military expedition along the borders of the kingdom of Felldenhad. The Capital was attacked by a large group of rebels. These rebels took the castle and killed the king leaving noting but burnt ruins in their wake. Thane had lost both his king and country. Following this he wandered the country side with no cause for which to fight. This down ward spiral continued until he happened across a young Brigadier General in his epic fight against the dreaded Minotaur. While his men lay slain he rose up and smote the evil cur with a mighty blow from his dual short swords. Thane found renewed vigor to fight through this young mans actions. This young man was Kristoph Sharpspeare. Kristoph took the young Knight under his wing and found in him a strong and loyal ally.

Famous for: slaying 100 men in the battle of Salphinia.

Category of Player: Nobel

*note current heroes are people who have participated in the last 30 days

Different Characters

Archer

The archer is an excellent marksman. They can read the wind which allows their arrows to fly true. They are very dangerous at long range. Elves are drawn to this profession and are excellent at creating wonderful bows and beautiful light armor for archers. Archers generally prefer to engage enemies at range, but are not unprepared for close range attacks preferring to wield light weight Elf made bladed weapons. Archers also have an understanding of the use of natural remedies for wounds and often carry such healing plants. The archer can also learn how to make and carry special arrows designed to destroy shields. Archers are quick and nimble and thus prefer light armor. Archers do not seek leadership, but do not hesitate to do their duty if called upon to lead.

Symbol—bullseye

Weapons—Bow, elven swords

Special Equipment—Healing plants, special arrows, Elven armor

Levels—
Projectiles?—becomes proficient with bow

Elven weapons—becomes proficient with Elven swords

Get some leaves—becomes proficient with natural remedies

Bring the rain—becomes proficient with using special arrows

Master Archer—becomes a master of all abilities

Brute

The Brute is a ferocious warrior preferring particular heavy and deadly weapons. Brutes, generally poses great strength, and resilience to attacks. Dwarves are drawn to this profession because of their love of armor and heavy weapons such as axes. Brutes generally wear heavy armor to compensate for their generally slow two-handed weapons. They have adopted throwing axes for ranged warfare do to the recent advances in bows. Brutes are stubborn and often only will take orders from one specific person. A tougher warrior you will not find.

Symbol—Hammer and anvil

Weapons—War Hammer, Battle axe

Special equipment—level 3 dwarf armor

Levels--
Get me the big hammer—becomes proficient with the war hammer

This axe isn’t for chopping wood—becomes proficient with the battle axe

Throw me a frickin axe here--becomes proficient in using throwing axe

Quit tickling me—becomes proficient in making armor and using armor

Master Brute—masters all the abilities

Foot Soldier

The foot soldier is the backbone of all the nations. They do what warriors do best, wage war. The foot soldier usually wears medium grade armor and carries a shield. This confines them to using single-handed weapons such as short swords and spears. They have perfected the use of a shield and a sword to easily dispatch someone with a ‘superior’ two handed weapon. They are particularly bothersome to archers and brutes because of their use of a shield. Foot soldiers have no magical or healing abilities. Foot soldiers are strategic minded and know how to work as one to accomplish a goal. Foot soldiers make excellent leaders and often become rulers when they work their way up the ranks. A purer warrior you will never find then the foot soldier.

Symbol—shield crossed by a sword

Weapons—short swords, spears

Special equipment—shields

Levels—
that’s not a knife it’s a sword—becomes proficient with short sword

Shields up!—becomes proficient with shield

How’s your throwing arm—becomes proficient with spear

I’m leading the charge—Becomes a proficient strategist and leader

General—becomes a master of all abilities

Ranger

The ranger is a master of his surroundings. They respect nature and use it to their advantage. The ranger’s primary weapon is the long sword, but they are also efficient with a bow and have been known to use daggers. Silent and swift, the ranger makes an excellent scout. The ranger is no stranger to battle, but they have little use for armor. Armor only slows these warriors down and they prefer to use their reflexes to avoid attacks rather than relying on armor to stop a blow. Rangers have no magical or healing abilities. They are known to be decisive and trustworthy making them excellent advisors. Rangers have the skills and intelligence to make great leaders, but they rarely seek to be in positions of power. They prefer to be on the front line with the people they respect the most, the back bone of any nation, the foot soldier.

Symbol—sword and bow crossed with a tree in the back ground worn as an arm band on bicep

Weapons—Long sword, bow and arrow, dagger

Special equipment—camouflaging cloak

Levels—
Firm Foundation—becomes proficient with long sword, earns ranger status and sword

Silent Blade—becomes proficient with dagger, earns dagger

Longshot—becomes proficient with bow, earns bow

Silent but deadly—becomes proficient with stealth, earns cloak

Master Ranger- becomes a master of all ranger skills, earns arm band

Warrior Monk

The Warrior Monk is a noble and selfless profession. The Warrior Monk is studied in the use of potions and physical care to heal and care for wounds. The Warrior Monk also delves in supernatural to actually raise people back from the clutches of death if they can make it to them in time. This is where their magical abilities stop. Warrior Monk's tend to mind their own business and generally have very little use for gaining power. They just want to help those that they protect. Warrior Monk's are not known for their combat abilities, but they are none the less skilled in combat. They tend to favor small weapons such as short swords and daggers, although a proper Warrior Monk would use a less deadly weapon such as a bow staff. Most other classes do not realize how important Warrior Monks are, but they are none the less thankful for their gift once they have been wounded in battle.

Symbol—praying hands

Weapons—bow staff, dagger, short sword

Special Equipment—Potions, Healing wraps

Levels—
Spinning staff—becomes proficient with bow staff

Stop the bleeding—becomes proficient with healing wraps

That feels better—becomes proficient with the use of potions

I’m Alive—Becomes proficient with resurrecting the dead

Master Warrior Monk—Becomes a master of all abilities

Wizard

Wizards are a select few of the most gifted people of Lincolnshire. The wizarding order is highly secretive and has a great tradition in the magical arts. The Wizards role in this world is one of support and advice. They do not however lack any skill with a blade and do know quite a bit of offense magic. They have spells that can repel attacks, spells to heal and strengthen, and spells to attack and do damage. There are three types of wizards. Wand using wizards use a wand to focus their power to use spells. A staff bearing uses a staff in the same manner as a wand for a wand using wizard. The hand magic wizard uses their own hands to channel their power. The wizards can lead if necessary, but prefer to be involved without making all the decisions. Wizards are not to be underestimated.

Symbol—wand, staff, and hand crossed

Weapons—sword, magic

Special equipment—wand or staff

Levels—
Defense is the best offense—becomes proficient in the use of defensive spells

Stunning spell got your tongue—becomes proficient in the use of offensive spells

But what if I need a sword—becomes proficient in the use of a sword

Breaky arm amendo—becomes proficient in the use of healing spells

Professor—becomes proficient in all abilities.

Battle Mechanics

The Battle system is based on Strikes. There are three strike zones, the head, the limbs and the torso. The head is completely off limits to any strikes. If you strike an opponent in the head the ancient protectors kill you and you are eliminated. If the opponent moves their head in the way on purpose they are eliminated. The limbs are considered a wounding strike zone. If a leg or arm is hit you cannot use that limb. If you lose both legs you are stuck in that one place. If you lose both arms your pretty much useless so try and avoid this. A glancing blow that barely grazes the clothing is not considered a strike. The torso is the killing zone. Any legitimate strike to the torso and your opponent is eliminated.
Ranged weapons and magic follow the same rules that apply to striking weapons. Arrows that strike a limb will render that limb useless. An arrow that strikes the opponent in the torso will eliminate the opponent. A shield can repel arrow attacks. Magic will be signified by a projectile that is painted a certain color and the spell will be verbalized for easy identification if you get hit by the spell. The spell must strike the torso to be effective. Limbs or weapons in the way of the torso count as a torso hit if it would have hit the torso if it had not been impeded by the limb or weapon. Shields may deflect a spell, but if the spell is one that destroys shielding you must drop your shield. Rare Hero weapons will also be able to destroy shield and armor.
Armor will have an effect equaling the level of the armor from slashing attacks. Level 1 armor will allow one strike to the area without causing lose of the limb or being killed by a torso strike. Level 2 armor will allow two strikes to the area without causing lose of limb or being killed by a torso strike. Level 3 armor will allow three strikes to the area without causing lose of limb or being killed by a torso strike. A stabbing blow cannot be protected by armor and will cause you to be killed. Only Elven armor will offer protection from spells, but can be counter acted by a shield breaking spell. Special Hero arm will guard against stabbing, magic, and slashing and will be based on the level system. Do not count on getting this armor as it is extremely rare.

There are varies types of combat situations that will be explained in later posts.

Greetings and Welcome

Assembled Warriors is a community of people built around the idea of forming a name for themselves by great deeds in battle. This is for the true warrior at heart that needs the thrill of battle and triumph to fill a part of themselves. This is not for people that actually want to hurt someone else. The battles are real, but the weapons are safe and will not cause serious injury if used correctly. This is not larping. We are not live action role playing. We are really battling for pride, land, honor, glory, and for each other. Our characters are a part of ourselves and are thus not ‘make believe’. The forces and actions that work in this world are not based on calculations of armor resistance or how much damage a weapon does. It is based on the skill with which you wield your weapon of choice. If you are looking for a community based in reality Assembled Warriors is for you.