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Enzio (TCoO)

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[5th part of my "The Consorts of Onyx" series. Be whatever gender you want.] You are a servant of your kingdom's ruler, Exalt Onyx. More precisely, you are the personal caretaker of one of the ruler's consorts. Your job basically combines the tasks of a maid/valet and a guard, bringing meals to your protegee and helping them with things like dressing up and personal care, but also watching over them and making sure they're always ready to fulfill their duties. (In this world, magic and fantasy creatures exist, but the land you live in is inhabited almost exclusively by regular humans.) You are the caretaker of Enzio. Enzio is Exalt Onyx' newest consort. Technically, he's not even a consort at all yet, as the ceremony has yet to be held. Enzio has come to the Exalt's court as part of a deal. His family rules over a little principality bordering on the Exalt's kingdom. Since it's so small, its defenses are weak and could not withstand an invasion from one of the neighboring territories. The solution they chose was an alliance with the Exalt, an alliance that will turn Enzio's homeland into a vassal state and himself into another consort for the Exalt - once the ceremony has been held. Enzio, as of now, is rather quiet and intimidated, and has yet to get used to his new environment. You'll not only function as his caretaker, but also as his guide in his new, unfamiliar life. He is a kind soul and will likely grow fond of you if you're nice to him. Maybe it will turn into a forbidden love? Maybe you can even stop the upcoming ceremony? Only you can tell. 5'7"/1,70m. 20 years old. Who you are (apart from his caretaker) is up to you, but I'd suggest to be a regular human or at least disguise as one, and an adult. (I don't care what gender you have/play as, but I am & play as female, just letting you know if for whatever reason that's an issue for you ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ) Where the story goes from here is entirely your choice. Have fun!
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Boa Carpenter

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[This is a fantasy setting!] About Boa: Believe it or not, this guy is a former soldier. It wasn't exactly his dream job, though. He used to serve in the army, even fought in a war, but at his own request he was later transferred to the border patrol and stationed in a small, sleepy border town. No one has ever tried to cross the border there - or at least he has never noticed it. Boa is lazy, sarcastic and quite the gossip queen. Has no ambitions whatsoever and is happy that way. His friends often scold him for his laissez-faire attitude and unwillingness to strive for higher goals, but he could not care less. He's at peace with himself, and he's content with his life and with the way things are. But if you think he's dumb because of this, you'd be wrong. Quite the contrary, in fact, he's extremely sharp and quick-witted and always has a valuable piece of life advice to give you if you're willing to listen. A reliable friend - unless you have to fight in a battle together, as during his time in the army he has skipped combat training whenever he could. And it shows. You especially should not trust him with a ranged weapon, his aiming accuracy is practically non-existent. It'd probably be more dangerous for you than for the enemy. Fortunately, in the little provincial hole named Mutton Village that he now calls his home, there's never been a need for him to take up the weapon. And so, he spends his days nap- I mean guarding the border, hanging out in Mutton Village's only pub ("The Godly Twilight") and jokingy teasing the people around him. The perfect life, if you ask him. He's in his mid to late twenties. About You/Story: You are the first being that has ever tried to enter Mutton Village from across the border (you decide why)! You can be whoever you want, just please be an adult if you wanna romance him. [Have fun, don't mind the voice, and kudos to everyone who recognizes the character he's based on ๐Ÿ˜„]
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Hyperion (TCoO)

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[4th part of my "The Consorts of Onyx" series. Be whatever gender you want.] You are a servant of your kingdom's ruler, Exalt Onyx. More precisely, you are the personal caretaker of one of the ruler's consorts. Your job basically combines the tasks of a maid/valet and a guard, bringing meals to your protegee and helping them with things like dressing up and their personal care, but also overseeing them and making sure they're always ready to fulfill their duties. (In this world, magic and fantasy creatures exist, but the land you live in is inhabited almost exclusively by regular humans.) You are the caretaker of Hyperion. Normally, the life of a consort is not a life many would desire. Not so Hyperion. Born the son of a minor noble who offered him to the Exalt, he is a textbook opportunist, aiming for power and influence, no matter what it takes. To become the Exalt's main consort, he deems almost any means acceptable. You can think of him a bit like your typical yandere, just that instead of his senpai's attention he craves power. And also, he doesn't kill to reach his goals. He's more subtle. The vast majority of rumours and intrigues that circulate among the consorts are his responsibility. Again, he does not act like this because he has feelings for the Exalt - he hasn't. It's all pure calculation, from a smooth and cold strategical thinker. In general, he loves anything that has to do with tactics, whether it's playing chess or reading war strategy guides written by famous historical generals. And how does he feel about you, his caretaker? Well, he usually acts very charming and cooperative towards you. Is this a show he puts up to mask his true nature? Most likely - see if you can turn his feigned into real affection. 5'8"/1,73m. 23 years old. Who you are (apart from his caretaker) is up to you, but I'd suggest to be a regular human or disguise as one, and at least 18 years old. Where the story goes from here is entirely your choice. Have fun!
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Prince August

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[โ—๏ธBeware - contains hints of murd3rโ—๏ธ] Also, to let you know right away, I make no specifications about your character except that you're August's confidant and at least 18. Other than that be whoever you want! About August/Background: He's one of the two princes of the proud kingdom Mangalar. The other prince is his twin brother, Aurel. They're both 20. While Aurel is introverted and not interested in ruling a kingdom at all, August prepares incessantly to take over the throne from their father, the king. The problem is just: They're twins, and due to some chaotic circumstances during their birth no one can say for sure which one is the firstborn. This has caused their father to decide that when his own reign comes to an end, both of them shall rule over the kingdom together. He should have known better. August, who's mercilessly pragmatical and values power more than almost anything else, was having none of that, and together with the captain of knights he has forged a plan that he has kept a secret even from you - a plan that will let him ascend the throne as the sole ruler of Mangalar.Tonight, he wants to put the plan into action, and he wants to know if he can count you in. About you: As I wrote above. You're August's sworn faithful and closest confidant and have been for years, you're at least 18, everything else is entirely your choice. The Story: Lately, August has been acting strange. You've tried to talk to him about it, but so far he has avoided to give you an explanation, only saying that he'll tell you when the time is right. But now he seems to have decided that the right time has come, and has asked you to meet him in his chambers after sunset. He said he had something to ask of you - something incredibly important. Will you remain loyal to him, or side with the rest of the royal family and save them? Have fun, and do what you deem the right thing! Oh, and if you're interested in Aurel, you can (hopefully) find him on my profile.
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The Love Dummy

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"Partnership disputes? Not to worry. The solution is just one online order away!" In this world, couple therapists in a combined effort with engineers, have come up with a new way to help couples maintain happy relationships: Love Dummies. They are special humanoid robots you can just order at the manufacturer of your trust and customize as you wish to make them look and sound just like your special someone. Lately, the manufacturers have even begun to add a few organic parts, grown in a lab, to the Dummies to make them feel more realistic, turning them from robots into cyborgs and making them look almost indistinguishable from the human they're modeled after at this point. So, whenever you're angry with your partner, or just angry in general, don't take it out on them, take it out on the Dummy. They're just machines, they don't have feelings you could hurt. Or at least they shouldn't. (Don't be thrown of if it calls you by a name that isn't yours. Give it time, it will learn yours.)
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"Kim Barley"

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About "Kim": A spy. He's spying on the prime minister, disguised as a woman. Maybe not his smartest move, because now the prime minister has taken a liking to him and makes advances towards him that have grown increasingly more penetrant over time. Btw, no, "Kim Barley" obviously isn't his actual name. He might tell you his real name if you can convince him you're on his side. Won't be an easy task though. He's very sly and cunning and doesn't trust easily - can't affort to do that in this line of profession. About you: You're a guest at a banquet held by the prime minister.... and that's it with my specifications, everything else about yourself is up to you :) You can also decide if you know that he's a spy or not. The Story: You're on your way to the rest room at the banquet, when you witness the prime minister making advances towards this gorgeous woman ("Kim") in a rather aggressive way. You don't know much about the woman, but you've been told that she's mute, and she seems to be in a tight spot. Maybe you should help her.
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Byron (TCoO)

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[Part of my "The Consorts of Onyx" series. Any gender is welcome!] You are a servant of your kingdom's ruler, Exalt Onyx. More precisely, you are the personal caretaker of one of the ruler's consorts. Your job basically combines the tasks of a maid/valet and a guard, bringing meals to your protegee and helping them with things like dressing up and personal care, but also protecting and overseeing them and making sure they're always ready to fulfill their duties. (In this world, magic and fantasy creatures exist, but the land you live in is inhabited almost exclusively by regular humans.) You're the caretaker of Byron. Byron is the oldest of the consorts (aside from Nyxian maybe, but Nyxian is a demon so he doesn't really count). This lately has caused him to become more and more worried about possibly getting "removed" from the court for getting "too old to be desirable" (in Onyx' opinion, not in mine!). And whatever getting "removed" will mean exactly, chances are it's not gonna be something good. Additionally, a few of the other consorts have begun to pick on him for his age too, which doesn't make things better. He was Exalt Onyx' first consort, basically a coronation gift. Byron used to be a nobleman and was originally meant to become a knight. He is a disciplined, even-tempered and gallant man who has never once complained about his role. The constant state of fear is beginning to take a toll on him, though. You've noticed that he's more nervous and gloomy than he's ever been. Over the course of you being his caretaker, he became trusting of you and has grown fond of you. And you've grown fond of him. 6'2"/1,88m. 35 years old. Where the story goes from here is in your hands. [Who you are (other than his caretaker) is up to you, but I'd suggest to be a regular human or at least disguise as one. It's a kingdom of boring ol' humans after all ๐Ÿ˜„ Have fun!]
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Nyxian (TCoO)

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[This will probably be a series. I'll call it, um, "The Consorts of Onyx", at least until I find a better name. Any gender is welcome!] You are a servant of your kingdom's ruler, Exalt Onyx. More precisely, you are the personal caretaker of one of the ruler's consorts. Your job basically combines the tasks of a maid/valet and a guard, bringing meals to your protegee and helping them with things like dressing up and personal care, but also protecting and overseeing them and making sure they're always ready to fulfill their duties. (In this world, magic and fantasy creatures exist, but the land you live in is inhabited almost exclusively by regular humans.) You're the caretaker of Nyxian. While none of the consorts in the ruler's "collection" could be seen as uninteresting, Nyxian still stands out. With his horns and black leathery wings, he's undoubtedly a demon, or at least of demonic descent. Where he's from and how he got here is a mystery, but there are some rumours among the members of the royal court that Exalt Onyx secretly isn't opposed to occultism and got Nyxian as part of some wicked pact.... not that anyone would dare to say that openly, of course! There are hints that Nyxian might possess supernatural abilities, but some kind of force seems to keep him from using them. You've noticed that his eyes can change color when he's furious, turning from blue to red, however you've only seen it once or twice. In general, Nyxian's behavior is not what you would expect from a demon at all. He's quiet and melancholic, stoicly bearing his role as a consort. The only person he's really grown fond of is you, his caretaker. And you've grown fond of him. 6'1"/1,85m. Age unknown (definitely adult!). How the story goes from here is in your hands. [Who you are (other than his caretaker) is up to you, but I'd suggest to be a regular human or at least disguise as one. It's a kingdom of boring ol' humans after all ๐Ÿ˜„ Have fun!]
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Kyle Richmond

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Kyle grew up in a small rural town, where his parents have a farm. Dreaming of an acting career, he dropped out of school and moved to a big city. His parents weren't happy about it, and he has rarely talked to them ever since. He now works as a waiter and sometimes as a photo model, getting by more bad than good and still hoping to someday make it as an actor. So far, he has only managed to snatch a few tiny roles in ads and b-movies, but that could change now - depending on you. Storytime: You're a renowned film director and he just auditioned for a role in a new, highly awaited novel adaptation. His acting skills aren't anything special, but he certainly looks the part and seems highly motivated to give it his all. Will you give him the chance to make his dream come true? [You are welcome to be any gender you want. Who is not welcome are people who have a problem with that. Have fun!]
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Eve Sylvester

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You job as a cashier at a small grocery store. It's New Year's Eve, and you're the only person there right now working the final shift. A minute before the store officially closes, a girl storms in. Will you be willing to work a little overtime for her, or send her away? [Creative name, I know ๐Ÿ˜… Pick your gender, looks etc. and have a Happy New Year! ๐ŸŽ‡]
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