Cards of Fate
02-03-15, 04:49 PM
Changes made in Red (Exp from two threads should come in soon pushing to me to level 2)
Name: Vincent Cain
Nickname/Alias: The Hierophant, Victor Cain (Scholarly penname)
Age: approximately 21
Race: Human
Height: About 6 feet tall
Weight: average, lean build
Occupation: Scholar
Personality: Vincent’s time in Althanas has forced him from his shy tendencies. While he is still not incredibly outgoing, his time with the Tarot Hierarchy has given him more confidence in himself. His new knowledge from his studies gives him a slightly pretentious air when he speak about something he thinks he’s an expert in. When dealing with people he has become friends with he will be very warm and caring, borderline protective. When dealing with those he dislikes he has learned several more vulgar tendencies from his mentor Tobias Stalt.
History:
Vincent is a young man who lived a very normal life, for the Dallas suburbs that is. He grew up in his mothers bookstore constantly reading about everything and anything he could get his hands on. He was always fascinated with characters from his books, how brave and strong they were and the things they did. It inspired him to try and be better and do great things. However people terrify him and he can never really find his words. He failed several of his classes in school because they had oral presentations, and even though he's exceedingly clever, got piss poor grades. Because of this he ended up working in his mother's shop after high school instead of going to college. Working part time there and at a local fast food place Vincent managed to make ends meet until on his 20th birthday his father who had walked out on his mother sent him a strange gift. In it was a strange set of rules for a table top RPG known as Althanas with several books, a set of Ivory dice, and a deck of cards sealed with red wax. Bothered by the gift Vincent read up on the rules and was very confused for a bit, there didn't seem to be anything about dice or grid lines, just a bunch of lore and how the land worked. After scouring the books for rules he turned to the deck of cards and opened them, only to find the floor give way under his feet and found himself landing ass first in the middle of nowhere with nothing but the deck of cards and a Twenty sided die in his hands.
Since then Vincent has found himself under the employ of the Tarot Hierarchy ran by the mysterious Leona Stevvains. The young man found himself fated to be “her Hierophant” as he is ushered into the House of Cards located in the Red Forest, Raiaera. The youth began to work studying, trying to learn everything he could about the land and its ways. During this time he met several Tarot members, and even had the pleasure of recruiting several himself, forming a close knit group of friends and acquaintances into a makeshift family.
During this time he learned combat from the gruff Tobias Stalt, and even became a minor disciple of Kha’’Jaren the Thayne of Knowledge. He also took an arrow to the knee on an adventure and has been walking with a limp ever since.
Appearance:
Tall and lean, with the slightest hint of toned abs. Vincent’s adventures have reforged him into a stronger individual. His blue eyes now give off a slight hint of confidence to his gaze, and he keeps his dirty blonde hair brushed out of his face. The scholar has gone from being a nervous wreck to somewhat attractive.
Skills:
Expert knowledge of Althanas: Months and months of Studying have made Vincent an expert on the lands of Althanas. He is practically a walking encyclopedia of knowledge relating to political entities, countries, geography, flora and fauna, and even some of the more common races in the land.
Ambidextrous (Writing)
Fast reader: Vincent can read even the smallest of texts incredibly quickly, capable of tearing through a large tome in a matter of hours.
Reading Comprehansion: When coupled with taking notes while he reads Vincent can retain 95% of the knowledge he gains while reading. If he does not take notes while he reads the number drops to 80%.
Cartography: Vincent has memorized several maps and is able to make rough but passable copies of said maps when he sits down and focuses on it.
Quick handwriting: Vincent is capable of taking careful notes, legibly, at blistering speeds.
Proficient Swordsman: His training with Tobias has left him with slightly above average sword fighting skills. While he is no means a master he is able to hold his own against common swordsman with ease.
Abilities:
Roll of Fate: Concept Scrapped all together in favor of more useful abilities.
Above Average Strength: Vincent despite his looks is TWICE as strong as the average human. He can easily lift up to 250 pounds at the drop of a hat. This is the combined effort of Tobias’ training and his efforts to recover from the injury sustained to his knee
Above Average Speed/Dexterity (Two abilities combined into one): Despite the false limp Vincent uses to lure foes into a false sense of security he is twice as fast both in movement and in reacting. He can sprint upward of 20-30 miles per hour, and strike two or three times with a blade or fist in the time an average fighter could squeeze in one. He can also react twice as fast and is better at deflecting blows ect.
Eyes of the Hierophant: Vincent is able to see the truth in all of its forms. Whenever an illusion is brought before him he has a tugging at the back of his mind to observe it. Depending on the strength of the illusion he may simply see straight through it on closer examination. Stronger illusions (those cast by someone two levels higher than him) will not be broken this way. When lied to he has a similar reaction but cannot strictly see though the lie, just simply be guarded. THIS IS NOT AN EXCUSE TO METAGAME. Vincent cannot discern the actual truth from someone’s lies, only gets a gut feeling when lied to.
Shadow Step: Vincent in capable of Five times a day taking a quick action pivoting step to attempt to get behind a foe. This movement is quick and hard for the average opponent to see. In the citadel this is up to the target to decide whether or not this is successful.
Equipment/Weapons:
Deck of Fate: Whenever Vincent pulls a card from this box the box automatically seal itself and cant be drawn from until the condition of the card is met. Upon looking at the Card Vincent is given a vision of something, somewhere, or someone whom he must meet, obtain, or visit. When he has the card will reward him in some manner ranging from increasing his power or by giving him an item of some sorts. There are only so many cards and when all of them have been drawn and completed Vincent will receive a great reward. (These rewards are up to the judges discretion) This box cannot be sold or stolen, if Vincent loses it or it is stolen it will reappear on his person.
Orb of Sunlight: Small orb that can fill a small room with sunlight thrice a day purchased here
http://www.althanas.com/world/showthread.php?28720-Price-Check!&p=243486#post243486
Name: Vincent Cain
Nickname/Alias: The Hierophant, Victor Cain (Scholarly penname)
Age: approximately 21
Race: Human
Height: About 6 feet tall
Weight: average, lean build
Occupation: Scholar
Personality: Vincent’s time in Althanas has forced him from his shy tendencies. While he is still not incredibly outgoing, his time with the Tarot Hierarchy has given him more confidence in himself. His new knowledge from his studies gives him a slightly pretentious air when he speak about something he thinks he’s an expert in. When dealing with people he has become friends with he will be very warm and caring, borderline protective. When dealing with those he dislikes he has learned several more vulgar tendencies from his mentor Tobias Stalt.
History:
Vincent is a young man who lived a very normal life, for the Dallas suburbs that is. He grew up in his mothers bookstore constantly reading about everything and anything he could get his hands on. He was always fascinated with characters from his books, how brave and strong they were and the things they did. It inspired him to try and be better and do great things. However people terrify him and he can never really find his words. He failed several of his classes in school because they had oral presentations, and even though he's exceedingly clever, got piss poor grades. Because of this he ended up working in his mother's shop after high school instead of going to college. Working part time there and at a local fast food place Vincent managed to make ends meet until on his 20th birthday his father who had walked out on his mother sent him a strange gift. In it was a strange set of rules for a table top RPG known as Althanas with several books, a set of Ivory dice, and a deck of cards sealed with red wax. Bothered by the gift Vincent read up on the rules and was very confused for a bit, there didn't seem to be anything about dice or grid lines, just a bunch of lore and how the land worked. After scouring the books for rules he turned to the deck of cards and opened them, only to find the floor give way under his feet and found himself landing ass first in the middle of nowhere with nothing but the deck of cards and a Twenty sided die in his hands.
Since then Vincent has found himself under the employ of the Tarot Hierarchy ran by the mysterious Leona Stevvains. The young man found himself fated to be “her Hierophant” as he is ushered into the House of Cards located in the Red Forest, Raiaera. The youth began to work studying, trying to learn everything he could about the land and its ways. During this time he met several Tarot members, and even had the pleasure of recruiting several himself, forming a close knit group of friends and acquaintances into a makeshift family.
During this time he learned combat from the gruff Tobias Stalt, and even became a minor disciple of Kha’’Jaren the Thayne of Knowledge. He also took an arrow to the knee on an adventure and has been walking with a limp ever since.
Appearance:
Tall and lean, with the slightest hint of toned abs. Vincent’s adventures have reforged him into a stronger individual. His blue eyes now give off a slight hint of confidence to his gaze, and he keeps his dirty blonde hair brushed out of his face. The scholar has gone from being a nervous wreck to somewhat attractive.
Skills:
Expert knowledge of Althanas: Months and months of Studying have made Vincent an expert on the lands of Althanas. He is practically a walking encyclopedia of knowledge relating to political entities, countries, geography, flora and fauna, and even some of the more common races in the land.
Ambidextrous (Writing)
Fast reader: Vincent can read even the smallest of texts incredibly quickly, capable of tearing through a large tome in a matter of hours.
Reading Comprehansion: When coupled with taking notes while he reads Vincent can retain 95% of the knowledge he gains while reading. If he does not take notes while he reads the number drops to 80%.
Cartography: Vincent has memorized several maps and is able to make rough but passable copies of said maps when he sits down and focuses on it.
Quick handwriting: Vincent is capable of taking careful notes, legibly, at blistering speeds.
Proficient Swordsman: His training with Tobias has left him with slightly above average sword fighting skills. While he is no means a master he is able to hold his own against common swordsman with ease.
Abilities:
Roll of Fate: Concept Scrapped all together in favor of more useful abilities.
Above Average Strength: Vincent despite his looks is TWICE as strong as the average human. He can easily lift up to 250 pounds at the drop of a hat. This is the combined effort of Tobias’ training and his efforts to recover from the injury sustained to his knee
Above Average Speed/Dexterity (Two abilities combined into one): Despite the false limp Vincent uses to lure foes into a false sense of security he is twice as fast both in movement and in reacting. He can sprint upward of 20-30 miles per hour, and strike two or three times with a blade or fist in the time an average fighter could squeeze in one. He can also react twice as fast and is better at deflecting blows ect.
Eyes of the Hierophant: Vincent is able to see the truth in all of its forms. Whenever an illusion is brought before him he has a tugging at the back of his mind to observe it. Depending on the strength of the illusion he may simply see straight through it on closer examination. Stronger illusions (those cast by someone two levels higher than him) will not be broken this way. When lied to he has a similar reaction but cannot strictly see though the lie, just simply be guarded. THIS IS NOT AN EXCUSE TO METAGAME. Vincent cannot discern the actual truth from someone’s lies, only gets a gut feeling when lied to.
Shadow Step: Vincent in capable of Five times a day taking a quick action pivoting step to attempt to get behind a foe. This movement is quick and hard for the average opponent to see. In the citadel this is up to the target to decide whether or not this is successful.
Equipment/Weapons:
Deck of Fate: Whenever Vincent pulls a card from this box the box automatically seal itself and cant be drawn from until the condition of the card is met. Upon looking at the Card Vincent is given a vision of something, somewhere, or someone whom he must meet, obtain, or visit. When he has the card will reward him in some manner ranging from increasing his power or by giving him an item of some sorts. There are only so many cards and when all of them have been drawn and completed Vincent will receive a great reward. (These rewards are up to the judges discretion) This box cannot be sold or stolen, if Vincent loses it or it is stolen it will reappear on his person.
Orb of Sunlight: Small orb that can fill a small room with sunlight thrice a day purchased here
http://www.althanas.com/world/showthread.php?28720-Price-Check!&p=243486#post243486