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====== Creating a Nekovalkyrja Character ====== | ====== Creating a Nekovalkyrja Character ====== | ||
- | This guide will aid you in the process of creating a young [[stararmy:nh-33|NH-33]] [[species: | + | This guide will aid you in the process of creating a young [[species:nekovalkyrja: |
- | {{stararmy: | + | {{species: |
===== Overview ===== | ===== Overview ===== | ||
- | {{ stararmy: | + | {{ stararmy: |
The story of a Nekovalkyrja character is about life in the Star Army, usually aboard a starship that travels someplace new every mission. The crew is family. A Nekovalkyrja starts as a mass-produced weapon and over time she develops her distinct individual personality and grows to become something more through character interaction. Interested? This guide will help you build your Neko. | The story of a Nekovalkyrja character is about life in the Star Army, usually aboard a starship that travels someplace new every mission. The crew is family. A Nekovalkyrja starts as a mass-produced weapon and over time she develops her distinct individual personality and grows to become something more through character interaction. Interested? This guide will help you build your Neko. | ||
==== A Purpose ==== | ==== A Purpose ==== | ||
+ | This section deals with your Nekovalkyrja' | ||
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=== The Star Army of Yamatai === | === The Star Army of Yamatai === | ||
- | //Main article: [[:Star Army of Yamatai]]// | + | //Main article: [[stararmy:start]]// |
- | In the year [[:YE 21]], the [[:Yamatai Star Empire]] started building fleets of starships and consolidated its military forces into a combined force called the Star Army of Yamatai. Since then, the Star Army has been involved in countless battles, continually evolving its equipment and tactics. As a member of the Star Army, you are part of a powerful and widely recognized organization. Being part of the Star Army means acting like a soldier: respect should be given and orders must be followed. The Star Army places a lot of stock in being prepared, being smart, and doing what's right. Your crew mates will be depending on you. Don't let them down! | + | In the year [[timeline:ye_21]], the [[faction:yamatai_star_empire]] started building fleets of starships and consolidated its military forces into a combined force called the Star Army of Yamatai. Since then, the Star Army has been involved in countless battles, continually evolving its equipment and tactics. As a member of the Star Army, you are part of a powerful and widely recognized organization. Being part of the Star Army means acting like a soldier: respect should be given and orders must be followed. The Star Army places a lot of stock in being prepared, being smart, and doing what's right. Your crew mates will be depending on you. Don't let them down! |
== Additional Reading == | == Additional Reading == | ||
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* [[stararmy: | * [[stararmy: | ||
* [[stararmy: | * [[stararmy: | ||
+ | * [[stararmy: | ||
=== Rank === | === Rank === | ||
//Main article: [[stararmy: | //Main article: [[stararmy: | ||
- | New characters typically start at [[stararmy:Santo Hei]]; however, if you are a [[: | + | == Enlisted == |
+ | New characters typically start at [[stararmy:ranks: | ||
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+ | == Officer Cadet == | ||
+ | You may also apply to start your character as an officer beginning at the rank of [[stararmy: | ||
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+ | == Prior Service == | ||
+ | If you are a [[: | ||
=== Occupation === | === Occupation === | ||
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The following occupations are recommended for new players with Nekovalkyrja characters: | The following occupations are recommended for new players with Nekovalkyrja characters: | ||
- | ^ Occupation ^ [[stararmy:color_scheme|Color]] ^ Typical Work Area ^ Notes ^ | + | ^ Occupation ^ [[stararmy:uniforms: |
- | | [[stararmy: | + | | [[stararmy: |
- | | [[stararmy:Infantry|Infantry]] | {{: | + | | [[stararmy:occupations: |
- | | [[stararmy:Pilot|Fighter/ | + | | [[stararmy:occupations:medical|Medic]] | {{: |
- | | [[stararmy: | + | | [[stararmy:occupations: |
- | | [[stararmy:Science|Scientist/ | + | | [[stararmy:occupations: |
- | | [[stararmy:Starship Operations|Starship Operator]] | {{: | + | | [[stararmy:occupations: |
- | | [[stararmy:Technician|Technician]] | {{: | + | |
For a full list of Star Army occupations, | For a full list of Star Army occupations, | ||
=== Skill Areas === | === Skill Areas === | ||
- | Because your character is in the [[:Star Army of Yamatai]], you can simply link to [[stararmy: | + | Because your character is in the [[stararmy:start]], you can simply link to [[stararmy: |
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As you go through the roleplay, you will probably want to write out your character' | As you go through the roleplay, you will probably want to write out your character' | ||
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+ | Nekovalkyrja are universally fluent in [[language: | ||
You can find more skills and skill information here: [[guide: | You can find more skills and skill information here: [[guide: | ||
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==== A Look ==== | ==== A Look ==== | ||
This section covers your character' | This section covers your character' | ||
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+ | **Note:** If you like, you can use the [[http:// | ||
=== Physique === | === Physique === | ||
- | {{ : | + | The typical NH-33 has the general appearance of a slender athletic young adult female |
Nekovalkyrja height ranges from 145cm (4' 9”) to 170cm (5' 6”) tall. An average NH-33 Nekovalkyrja is 160cm (5' 3”) tall and weighs around 45kg (99lbs). | Nekovalkyrja height ranges from 145cm (4' 9”) to 170cm (5' 6”) tall. An average NH-33 Nekovalkyrja is 160cm (5' 3”) tall and weighs around 45kg (99lbs). | ||
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=== Skin Color === | === Skin Color === | ||
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+ | {{stararmy: | ||
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Nekovalkyrja skin generally comes in the following colors: | Nekovalkyrja skin generally comes in the following colors: | ||
- | * Pale tan, pink, cream, or peach colored (may include freckles) | + | * Pale tan, pink, cream, or peach colored (may include freckles) |
+ | * // | ||
* Bronze, tanned, or olive | * Bronze, tanned, or olive | ||
- | * Various shades of brown (coffee, chocolate) | + | * Various shades of brown ([[items: |
* Pure white - these " | * Pure white - these " | ||
* Jet black - these " | * Jet black - these " | ||
* Pale teal or violet | * Pale teal or violet | ||
+ | * Red, blue, or purple | ||
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+ | Skin should be solid colored without patterns such as stripes or dots. | ||
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+ | :!: We're trying to promote more red, blue, and purple skinned nekos, please consider making one. | ||
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+ | {{stararmy: | ||
=== Eyes === | === Eyes === | ||
+ | {{ stararmy: | ||
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Nekovalkyrja eyes generally come in the following colors: | Nekovalkyrja eyes generally come in the following colors: | ||
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* Blue (various shades) | * Blue (various shades) | ||
* Pink or purple | * Pink or purple | ||
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+ | If your Nekovalkyrja has fur on her ears or tail, it can be a different color than her hair. | ||
=== Facial Features === | === Facial Features === | ||
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=== Ears === | === Ears === | ||
- | Nekovalkyrja have cat like ears on the sides of their heads, positioned where a human' | + | Nekovalkyrja have cat-like ears on the sides of their heads, positioned where a [[species:human|human]]'s ears would normally be. The ears can be furred |
=== Tattoos === | === Tattoos === | ||
- | Tattoos are generally unheard of unless they are genetically imprinted in the skin due to a creator' | + | {{ stararmy:characters: |
- | === Randomly Generating An Appearance | + | Tattoos won't stay on Nekovalkyrja skin because of the body's ability to quickly heal, but they can be genetically imprinted with skin patterns. Some Nekovalkyrja have facial patterns that are solid blocks of color, like triangles on the cheeks or lines running down from below the eyes. |
- | If you like, you can use the [[http://stararmy.com/ | + | |
+ | For more information, | ||
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+ | Factory-made Nekovalkyrja since [[timeline: | ||
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+ | Older models had their model number, creator and names genetically tattooed on the top of their right butt cheek as well as a serial number marking their body as government property. This practice was discontinued in YE 32 as the Nekovalkyrja made their way toward becoming a " | ||
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+ | === Hands === | ||
+ | It was common, until [[timeline: | ||
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+ | === Tail === | ||
+ | As of [[timeline: | ||
==== An Identity ==== | ==== An Identity ==== | ||
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//Main article: [[species: | //Main article: [[species: | ||
- | Nekovalkyrja are typically **[[species: | + | Nekovalkyrja are typically **[[species: |
- | As a race, the Nekovalkyrja are instilled with bravery, although this can be manifested in different ways for Nekovalkyrja with different personalities; | + | As a race, the Nekovalkyrja are instilled with bravery, although this can be manifested in different ways for Nekovalkyrja with different personalities; |
- | Like the rest of Yamatai, the Nekovalkyrja are flavored with Japanese | + | The Nekovalkyrja are flavored with a warrior culture. They are influenced by honor, tradition, courtesy, respect, and a sense of being a small part of the greater whole. Traditions include respect for guests, eating quietly, and being silently tolerant of hardship rather than complaining. |
All Nekovalkyrja are able to transmit and receive data via a secure form of telepathy. They can use this ability to browse the web or to instant message one another. Telepathy is generally reserved for communication out of voice range. If two Nekovalkyrja are in a room together, they will usually speak vocally. | All Nekovalkyrja are able to transmit and receive data via a secure form of telepathy. They can use this ability to browse the web or to instant message one another. Telepathy is generally reserved for communication out of voice range. If two Nekovalkyrja are in a room together, they will usually speak vocally. | ||
=== Name === | === Name === | ||
- | //Main article: [[ccg: | + | //Main article: [[guide: |
Nekovalkyrja names generally follow two main patterns: | Nekovalkyrja names generally follow two main patterns: | ||
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You can also randomly generate your name using the [[http:// | You can also randomly generate your name using the [[http:// | ||
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+ | There' | ||
=== Age === | === Age === | ||
- | {{ | + | {{ stararmy: |
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+ | NH-29 model Nekovalkyrja born earlier than [[timeline:ye_29]] will probably have inhabited a different model body than she does now and would have transferred her mind over at some point. | ||
=== Family and Creators === | === Family and Creators === | ||
- | Nekovalkyrja are typically created by the [[yamatai: | + | Nekovalkyrja are typically created by the [[corp: |
+ | |||
+ | The most common places would be Kyoto, Yamatai (Ketsurui Zaibatsu) and Star Army Fleet Depot, Nataria (Star Army), most nekos are made in one of those two places. Nekovalkyrja can be made on a smaller or individual scale at any Star Army base or larger ship. | ||
=== Gender === | === Gender === | ||
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=== History === | === History === | ||
+ | You can find historic events on [[timeline: | ||
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+ | == New Enlisted Characters == | ||
A Nekovalkyrja' | A Nekovalkyrja' | ||
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+ | == Officer Cadets == | ||
+ | Cadets will have trained for three years at [[stararmy: | ||
=== Personality === | === Personality === | ||
- | Try to describe what you you imagine your Nekovalkyrja is like. Is she friendly? Shy? Cool and collected? | + | Try to describe what you imagine your Nekovalkyrja is like. Is she friendly? Shy? Cool and collected? |
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+ | Nekovalkyrja might generally be manufactured but they do have very real and human personalities. Emotional disorders caused by the stress of being at war (i.e. Anxiety during conflict or depression after being brought back from a back-up are common) or from abuse do occur but it is rare that a newly created NH-29 Nekovalkyrja is a mindless, heartless being bent on only destruction. Incredibly disturbed personalities are very rare in newer Nekovalkyrja. | ||
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+ | Here's one of the various character archetypes Nekovalkyrja are programmed with for their " | ||
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+ | == Archetype: Cold-Blooded == | ||
+ | This Nekovalkyrja archetype is a powerful, ruthless killer who is cold as ice. When fighting, she has zero sense of fear, fairness, pity, or mercy, and will use any tactic necessary to ensure victory. This is a woman without qualms about violence or pain who will sacrifice whatever is necessary to complete her mission. She is fiercely loyal and follows her orders unquestioningly and unflinchingly. Among her peers, she will never demean, betray, or exploit her fellow soldiers. She is incredibly disciplined and is constantly obsessed with making herself the best she can be, and expects the same of her peers, training constantly. She is not subtle or evasive in her communication. She is a master of combat who moves with machine-like precision. Socially, she is distant and although she has a deep passion, this passion is not for pleasurable things, but for the science of war; she rarely shows emotion and when she does, it's subdued, meaningful. She is intelligent and articulate. She understands how to be strong and in control without being threatening, | ||
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+ | Other Nekovalkyrja archetypes include, but are not limited to, // | ||
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+ | == Random Generators == | ||
+ | Here's some neat (off-site) resources you can use for inspiration: | ||
- | Nekovalkyrja might generally be manufactured but they do have very real and human personalities. Emotional disorders caused by stress of being at war (i.e. Anxiety during conflict or depression after being brought back from a back-up are common) or from abuse do occur but it is rare that a newly created NH-29 Nekovalkyrja is a mindless, heartless being bent on only destruction. Incredibly disturbed personalities are very rare in newer Nekovalkyrja. | + | * [[http:// |
=== Goals === | === Goals === | ||
Just because you're young doesn' | Just because you're young doesn' | ||
- | Nekovalkyrja goals tend to be advancing their careers, obtaining their ships or furthering their quest for knowledge. They also tend to have fairly human goals, although the ideal of monogamy might be lost on them, since they do not need to mate for life if at all to advance their species (but they may like the idea of having a life partner being as they are generally living in a state of war). | + | Nekovalkyrja goals tend to be advancing their careers, obtaining their ships or furthering their quest for knowledge. They also tend to have fairly human goals, although the ideal of monogamy might be lost on them, since they do not need to mate for life if at all to advance their species (but they may like the idea of having a life partner being as they are generally living in a state of war). |
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+ | You could also roll for some random goals: [[http:// | ||
=== Likes and Dislikes === | === Likes and Dislikes === | ||
In the " | In the " | ||
- | ==== Gear and Finanaces | + | * [[http:// |
+ | |||
+ | ==== Gear and Finances | ||
=== Standard Issue === | === Standard Issue === | ||
As a member of the Star Army of Yamatai, your character will receive a set of [[: | As a member of the Star Army of Yamatai, your character will receive a set of [[: | ||
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* [[stararmy: | * [[stararmy: | ||
</ | </ | ||
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+ | Using this may actually be better, as the standard issue can change over time as new items are added and old items fall out of use. | ||
=== Personal Possessions === | === Personal Possessions === | ||
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=== Finances === | === Finances === | ||
All characters start with 3,000 KS or the equivalent. In the roleplay, this is your character' | All characters start with 3,000 KS or the equivalent. In the roleplay, this is your character' | ||
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+ | * See [[stararmy: | ||
+ | * You can also apply for LACY, a basic guaranteed income program. See [[faction: | ||
**Tip:** Don't get lost surfing the wiki trying to find stuff to buy! We suggest that you keep the cash and purchase items later, once your character is approved and you're already posting in the roleplay plots. | **Tip:** Don't get lost surfing the wiki trying to find stuff to buy! We suggest that you keep the cash and purchase items later, once your character is approved and you're already posting in the roleplay plots. | ||
==== Other Extras ==== | ==== Other Extras ==== | ||
- | * [[:anonymous_character_art]] | + | * [[art:placeholders]] |
- | * [[ccg: | + |