Wild West Role Play
Saddle up, partners! We're saunterin' back in time to 1800's America, Manifest Destiny and the stars leadin' the way. Welcome to the town of Roland Pierce Flat, a right simple place. But be forewarned, outside the town there's desperadoes, gunslingers, and dangerous tribes at every turn. Not to mention the harsh climate of the desert and it's critters. The American Frontier, can you survive it?
Name:John Harvey
Age:28
Gender:Male
Appearance:Black curly hair, no beard (it'd catch fire) Skinny for a blacksmith, (which isn't saying much) but very tall, with long, corded forearms showing years of work and a surprising strength when put to the hammer and anvil.
Occupation:Blacksmith
Personality:Softy. Has a weakness for cats, small children and those who confide in him. He's good at keeping secrets, not one to gossip and a fine listener. Doesn't say much, often shy.
Marital See More▼ Status:Single.
Family:One of three brothers, and his aunt is the school mistress.
Skills/Expertise:Smithing, mainly commonplace nails, horseshoes, but also does a fine side of jewellery.
Backstory:He is the eldest brother, and there is a fair gap between him and the other two (being 20 and 15) John is used to looking after them, and still does in ways.
Extra:Loves baking. Not any good at it, but loves to finish leftovers.
Age:28
Gender:Male
Appearance:Black curly hair, no beard (it'd catch fire) Skinny for a blacksmith, (which isn't saying much) but very tall, with long, corded forearms showing years of work and a surprising strength when put to the hammer and anvil.
Occupation:Blacksmith
Personality:Softy. Has a weakness for cats, small children and those who confide in him. He's good at keeping secrets, not one to gossip and a fine listener. Doesn't say much, often shy.
Marital See More▼ Status:Single.
Family:One of three brothers, and his aunt is the school mistress.
Skills/Expertise:Smithing, mainly commonplace nails, horseshoes, but also does a fine side of jewellery.
Backstory:He is the eldest brother, and there is a fair gap between him and the other two (being 20 and 15) John is used to looking after them, and still does in ways.
Extra:Loves baking. Not any good at it, but loves to finish leftovers.
on August 10, 2015
[People gather in the square. A criminal is about ready to hang. The mayor stands with the Reverend as a man prepares the noose.]
Rev. Hollar: Should it be so public? People don't need to see such gruesome things.
Mayor Pierce: I reckon they do. This here is a reminder of what happens to the unlawful. The man was convicted of cattle rustling and attempted murder. You should be happy for him. He's gon' meet his maker soon. Once the sheriff brings him from the jail, he'll be strung See More▼ up.
Rev. Hollar: Lord have mercy.
Rev. Hollar: Should it be so public? People don't need to see such gruesome things.
Mayor Pierce: I reckon they do. This here is a reminder of what happens to the unlawful. The man was convicted of cattle rustling and attempted murder. You should be happy for him. He's gon' meet his maker soon. Once the sheriff brings him from the jail, he'll be strung See More▼ up.
Rev. Hollar: Lord have mercy.
Mae:*shouting* He's innocent! I swear to good God, *not giving a toss for the tutting people surrounding her with* Benjamin wouldn't harm a hair on a fly's head, now just cut him loose!! *held back by John, who was aware she would rush up to the galley if let free*
John:*murmuring urgently* We know he's innocent, Mae, but they saw him with that knife in his See More▼ hand and the frayed rope, he had blood all over his hands. There's no way they're letting him go free. *a waver in his tone betraying his anguish*
John:*murmuring urgently* We know he's innocent, Mae, but they saw him with that knife in his See More▼ hand and the frayed rope, he had blood all over his hands. There's no way they're letting him go free. *a waver in his tone betraying his anguish*
on August 11, 2015
on April 03, 2015
Name: Tollie Hase
Age: 4
Gender: Male
Appearance: (Picture)
Occupation: Vigilante
Personality: Rugged, bold, doesn't like to follow orders, opinionated,
Marital Status: Single See More▼
Family: His step sister Jeanie
Skills/Expertise: Well with weapons, guns for the most part.
Backstory: He has been poor ever since he was a kit, being the runt of the litter his mother abandoned him to save milk for the other kits. He was took in by a sweet woman who raised him as her own, helping him grow up to be the strapping young man he is today. He hasn't yet found a place in the world but he has been working on finding a sheriff position because he has always approved of justice.
Extra: Fond of his booze.
Name: Jeanie Hase
Age: 3 1/2
Gender: Female
Appearance: (Picture)
Occupation: Nurse
Personality: Soft hearted, loves to help others, pretty well the opposite of Tollie.
Marital Status: Single
Family: Her step brother Tollie.
Skills/Expertise: Healing, aiding the town doctor
Backstory: When she was just a kit her metaphorical mother brought Tollie in off the streets. He has lived with them ever since but he was never really a brother to her. He distanced himself from her and always avoided her while stealing all the attention of their mother.
Extra: Meow...
Age: 4
Gender: Male
Appearance: (Picture)
Occupation: Vigilante
Personality: Rugged, bold, doesn't like to follow orders, opinionated,
Marital Status: Single See More▼
Family: His step sister Jeanie
Skills/Expertise: Well with weapons, guns for the most part.
Backstory: He has been poor ever since he was a kit, being the runt of the litter his mother abandoned him to save milk for the other kits. He was took in by a sweet woman who raised him as her own, helping him grow up to be the strapping young man he is today. He hasn't yet found a place in the world but he has been working on finding a sheriff position because he has always approved of justice.
Extra: Fond of his booze.
Name: Jeanie Hase
Age: 3 1/2
Gender: Female
Appearance: (Picture)
Occupation: Nurse
Personality: Soft hearted, loves to help others, pretty well the opposite of Tollie.
Marital Status: Single
Family: Her step brother Tollie.
Skills/Expertise: Healing, aiding the town doctor
Backstory: When she was just a kit her metaphorical mother brought Tollie in off the streets. He has lived with them ever since but he was never really a brother to her. He distanced himself from her and always avoided her while stealing all the attention of their mother.
Extra: Meow...
For the love of Davy Crockett, can you show some decency? I will delete you quicker than a jackrabbit with its tail on fire.
on March 15, 2015
on March 15, 2015
[LET'S GIT 'ER DONE! RP STARTS NOW]
*In the town hall Reverend Ernest Hollar is speaking with the mayor about the people's concerns regarding Marty Smith. The pastor is a meek fellow*
Reverend Hollar: *Sending up a quick prayer* Sir, there have been some prayer requests about the town and safety. It seems the people are having misgivings about the boy. I do not condone gossip, but many pray about his morality. He is known to partake in some er... secular activities. He's a bit See More▼ young as well. And with the violent death of his late father, may God rest his soul, the people feel more anxious than ever.
Mayor Pierce: *Sigh* Reverend, I like you. Honest. I do, but you know nothing about this world. The young are stronger, faster, keener than us older men. Smith knows the law. And for Go- *stopping the blasphemy* A sheriff is a symbol. So long as he's there making sure the people FEEL safe, then we have no problems. Now, I'm very busy...
Rev. Hollar: Oh yes, of course. Thank you for your... reassurance. God be with you. *He nods slightly and makes his way back to the church.
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*In the town hall Reverend Ernest Hollar is speaking with the mayor about the people's concerns regarding Marty Smith. The pastor is a meek fellow*
Reverend Hollar: *Sending up a quick prayer* Sir, there have been some prayer requests about the town and safety. It seems the people are having misgivings about the boy. I do not condone gossip, but many pray about his morality. He is known to partake in some er... secular activities. He's a bit See More▼ young as well. And with the violent death of his late father, may God rest his soul, the people feel more anxious than ever.
Mayor Pierce: *Sigh* Reverend, I like you. Honest. I do, but you know nothing about this world. The young are stronger, faster, keener than us older men. Smith knows the law. And for Go- *stopping the blasphemy* A sheriff is a symbol. So long as he's there making sure the people FEEL safe, then we have no problems. Now, I'm very busy...
Rev. Hollar: Oh yes, of course. Thank you for your... reassurance. God be with you. *He nods slightly and makes his way back to the church.
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Ana: *falls into thoughtful silence* Maybe you're right. Hell, maybe we're all in the right....
*she dropped her voice to a mumble* Except Ol' Widow Brealy... *she mumbled under her breath*
*she dropped her voice to a mumble* Except Ol' Widow Brealy... *she mumbled under her breath*
on March 17, 2015
Talulah: No thanks, Ana. Look, the Widow Brealy may seem like an ornery, God fearing old woman, but she did take in Kate when her parents passed. She ain't perfect, she hates me with every ounce of her being, and she thinks the whole world is goin' to hell, but she's strong. Youngins aren't easy, 'specially not Kate, but still she took her in when the child was See More▼ headed toward some orphanage. I don't agree with the Widow Brealy, but I do respect her very much.
on March 17, 2015
Ana: Damned woman. *watches the girl go* I don't like that old lady one bit... *at this point she seemed to be talking to herself*
*sighing, she set down her rag* Drink, Mids Talulah? Anythin' I can get for you this afternoon? *she asked, though looking tired and overworked, although she wasn't*
*the young woman stifled a yawn and looked outside longingly*
*sighing, she set down her rag* Drink, Mids Talulah? Anythin' I can get for you this afternoon? *she asked, though looking tired and overworked, although she wasn't*
*the young woman stifled a yawn and looked outside longingly*
on March 17, 2015
Talulah: *Eyeing the gentleman's stature* That's a mighty fine thing you did, Mr. Finnerty.
Scott: Oh, no. *looking down*
Talulah: As always, let me know if I can do anything for you. *She winks and leans against the bar*
Scott: *Blushing* No thank you. I must go. *He puts on his hat, tips it, then walks out of the saloon*
Scott: Oh, no. *looking down*
Talulah: As always, let me know if I can do anything for you. *She winks and leans against the bar*
Scott: *Blushing* No thank you. I must go. *He puts on his hat, tips it, then walks out of the saloon*
on March 17, 2015
Talulah: *Returning to the bar* I go do a dance set and I miss everything. Someone gets thrown out and Langley looks ready to shoot someone. What happened?
Kate: *Chuckling* Everything.
Scott Finnerty: *He's a handsome widower of about 25 or so. Red hair, green eyes, Celtic blood. He's a quiet person and quite the gentleman. He approaches the bar* Pardon See More▼ me, Miss Brealy?
Kate: Howdy do, Mr. Finnerty. What can I do for you?
Scott: Your aunt is outside. A rough looking man told her of your whereabouts. She's mighty cross, miss. Sorry to bother you, but she was so upset she was going crosseyed. She politely asked me to fetch you.
Kate: Lord, I'm gonna get the paddle. *Sighing* Only a matter of time. Damn. I'll be back Lulu, though maybe not in one piece. Have a nice day, Mr. Finnerty. *She half smiles and walks out the door slowly to her great aunt, the Widow Brealy.*
Kate: *Chuckling* Everything.
Scott Finnerty: *He's a handsome widower of about 25 or so. Red hair, green eyes, Celtic blood. He's a quiet person and quite the gentleman. He approaches the bar* Pardon See More▼ me, Miss Brealy?
Kate: Howdy do, Mr. Finnerty. What can I do for you?
Scott: Your aunt is outside. A rough looking man told her of your whereabouts. She's mighty cross, miss. Sorry to bother you, but she was so upset she was going crosseyed. She politely asked me to fetch you.
Kate: Lord, I'm gonna get the paddle. *Sighing* Only a matter of time. Damn. I'll be back Lulu, though maybe not in one piece. Have a nice day, Mr. Finnerty. *She half smiles and walks out the door slowly to her great aunt, the Widow Brealy.*
on March 17, 2015
on March 15, 2015
Name: Johnson Harry Delaware III
Age: 35
Gender: Male
Appearance: Clean shaven face, save for a neat moustache, tidy business attire, straight brown hair.
Occupation: Banker
Personality: Firm, businesslike, serious, but can be fun and kind. Doesn't take his drinking over the top, although he visits the saloon often.
Marital Status: Single See More▼
Family: None that he knows of.
Skills/Expertise: Negotiation, persuasion.
Backstory: He grew up here...
Extra: N/A
Name: Ana Michelle Castresana
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Appearance: Long black hair, which she keeps in a flimsy bun, usually can be seen wearing a short(ish) red dress that goes down past her knees, boots or heels, and an umbrella which is completely unnecessary.
Occupation: Bartender in the saloon.
Personality:
Marital Status: Single
Family: A mother, father, and many siblings whom all are either immigrants or living in Mexico or Spain.
Skills/Expertise: Serving people, persuasion, sometimes lying, can manipulative if she has to.
Backstory: Her and two of her sisters fled to America and ended up here after their father lost a bet and was in debt that he knew he couldn't paw back.
Extra: N/A
Age: 35
Gender: Male
Appearance: Clean shaven face, save for a neat moustache, tidy business attire, straight brown hair.
Occupation: Banker
Personality: Firm, businesslike, serious, but can be fun and kind. Doesn't take his drinking over the top, although he visits the saloon often.
Marital Status: Single See More▼
Family: None that he knows of.
Skills/Expertise: Negotiation, persuasion.
Backstory: He grew up here...
Extra: N/A
Name: Ana Michelle Castresana
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Appearance: Long black hair, which she keeps in a flimsy bun, usually can be seen wearing a short(ish) red dress that goes down past her knees, boots or heels, and an umbrella which is completely unnecessary.
Occupation: Bartender in the saloon.
Personality:
Marital Status: Single
Family: A mother, father, and many siblings whom all are either immigrants or living in Mexico or Spain.
Skills/Expertise: Serving people, persuasion, sometimes lying, can manipulative if she has to.
Backstory: Her and two of her sisters fled to America and ended up here after their father lost a bet and was in debt that he knew he couldn't paw back.
Extra: N/A
on March 15, 2015
[WHAT IN TARNATION? NOW ME BEIN' A SIMPLE PERSON I LIKE KNOWIN' THE RUN DOWNS OF EVERYTHIN' RIGHT PLAINLIKE. SO I'M GONNA ASK FOR SOME BACKSTORIES. THERE AINT MUCH FOR SHARIN' OUT WEST EXCEPT STORIES, I RECKON. THOSE AND DISEASE, BUT THAT'S BESIDES THE POINT. NEW RULE CALLIN' FOR A BACKSTORY. IT DON'T HAVE TO BE LONG, BUT WE GOTSTA KNOW SOMETHING.]
on March 15, 2015
Name: Marty Smith
Age: 28
Occupation: Sheriff
Personality: Hardened, Intelligent, Wise, Cunning
Marital Status: Single, but he's got some lady friends on the side. (XD)
Family: Judith Smith (his parents are deceased, due to Famia's involvement)
Skills/Expertise: Gathering information, Following leads, Shooting, and a natural charm. See More▼
Backstory: He was born and raised in Roland Pierce Flats.
His father was found brutally murdered one night by a member of a bandit gang known the Famia.
Reading his dead father's will, he knew it was his time to pick up the badge assume the position of sheriff.
Together with his investigator, and his medium, they uncovered the Famia's leader, known as the Lord Father.
Meeting the Lord Father at high noon in the middle of town, they had a showdown.
He lived to tell the tale, using lightning like reflexes.
Age: 28
Occupation: Sheriff
Personality: Hardened, Intelligent, Wise, Cunning
Marital Status: Single, but he's got some lady friends on the side. (XD)
Family: Judith Smith (his parents are deceased, due to Famia's involvement)
Skills/Expertise: Gathering information, Following leads, Shooting, and a natural charm. See More▼
Backstory: He was born and raised in Roland Pierce Flats.
His father was found brutally murdered one night by a member of a bandit gang known the Famia.
Reading his dead father's will, he knew it was his time to pick up the badge assume the position of sheriff.
Together with his investigator, and his medium, they uncovered the Famia's leader, known as the Lord Father.
Meeting the Lord Father at high noon in the middle of town, they had a showdown.
He lived to tell the tale, using lightning like reflexes.
on March 15, 2015
Name: Mary Daisy
Age:17
Gender: female
Looks: pic
Occupation: bandit
Personality: strong,brave,loyal,nice to certain people
Mariual status: single See More▼
Family: sister and brother
Skills: shooting,
Backstory: none
Extra: real name is Madeline Wats
Age:17
Gender: female
Looks: pic
Occupation: bandit
Personality: strong,brave,loyal,nice to certain people
Mariual status: single See More▼
Family: sister and brother
Skills: shooting,
Backstory: none
Extra: real name is Madeline Wats
on March 15, 2015
Name: Roland Pierce III
Age: 48
Gender: Male
Appearance: picture
Occupation: Mayor of Roland Pierce Flat
Personality: He's polite enough, but can be secretive. He is reluctant to change and can be extreme, but he is good to the people. He has a special place in his heart for money and power, but he does have morals.
Marital Status: Married. See More▼
Family: Wife- Meredith, two sons- Joseph (22) and Abraham (17)
Skills/Expertise: Money, lobbying, keeping the peace
Backstory: His grandfather Roland Pierce I was one of the first settlers who helped build the town. Since then, his family has been in charge of the town for three generations.
Extra: He does care for the people, but deep in his heart, his own needs come first. Scotch-Irish descent
Age: 48
Gender: Male
Appearance: picture
Occupation: Mayor of Roland Pierce Flat
Personality: He's polite enough, but can be secretive. He is reluctant to change and can be extreme, but he is good to the people. He has a special place in his heart for money and power, but he does have morals.
Marital Status: Married. See More▼
Family: Wife- Meredith, two sons- Joseph (22) and Abraham (17)
Skills/Expertise: Money, lobbying, keeping the peace
Backstory: His grandfather Roland Pierce I was one of the first settlers who helped build the town. Since then, his family has been in charge of the town for three generations.
Extra: He does care for the people, but deep in his heart, his own needs come first. Scotch-Irish descent
Name: Kate Brealy
Age: 13
Gender: Female
Appearance: Simple mousy brown hair, blue eyes, freckles, sweet faced
Occupation (Bankers, bandits, bounty hunter. Be creative!): Student See More▼
Personality: Tries to be tough, active, curious, friendly, displays tomboyish attitudes
Marital Status: Single, but she is interested in boys
Family: Lives with her great-aunt, the Widow Brealy
Skills/Expertise: Footspeed, she's also good with secrets and knowledge, she's a common messenger within the town to make a quick cent.
Backstory: Her parents both died of consumption when she was nine. Her only living relative suitable for her care was her great aunt.
Extra: To the horror of her aunt, Kate is fascinated by Lulu's charm and power, but she finds her actual work distasteful. She spends time around Lulu when she can. Her time at home is spent reciting scripture, attempting to sew, and failing piano lessons.
Age: 13
Gender: Female
Appearance: Simple mousy brown hair, blue eyes, freckles, sweet faced
Occupation (Bankers, bandits, bounty hunter. Be creative!): Student See More▼
Personality: Tries to be tough, active, curious, friendly, displays tomboyish attitudes
Marital Status: Single, but she is interested in boys
Family: Lives with her great-aunt, the Widow Brealy
Skills/Expertise: Footspeed, she's also good with secrets and knowledge, she's a common messenger within the town to make a quick cent.
Backstory: Her parents both died of consumption when she was nine. Her only living relative suitable for her care was her great aunt.
Extra: To the horror of her aunt, Kate is fascinated by Lulu's charm and power, but she finds her actual work distasteful. She spends time around Lulu when she can. Her time at home is spent reciting scripture, attempting to sew, and failing piano lessons.
on March 14, 2015
Name: Talulah Waterford (Miss Talulah/ Lulu)
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Appearance: picture
Occupation: She is in charge of "entertainment" in the saloon. <3 ;) See More▼
Personality: She is wild, but good natured and knowledgable about the world
Marital Status: Single
Family: None nearby
Skills/Expertise: Can-can dancing, singing, flirting, negotiations, manipulation
Backstory: She was a part of a strict religious family who never appreciated her. Jilted on her wedding day as a girl of 20, she became reckless and ran away from her family. She made money by performing and occasionally selling herself. She hitched rides with people moving out west for a new life and ended up at Roland Pierce. After dancing for a few years she took over the saloon's "entertainment" business and is enjoying her freedom.
Extra: She may be a "tart", but she sure knows anything and everything about the townspeople. If there's information needed, she's probably got it and will sell it for the right price.
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Appearance: picture
Occupation: She is in charge of "entertainment" in the saloon. <3 ;) See More▼
Personality: She is wild, but good natured and knowledgable about the world
Marital Status: Single
Family: None nearby
Skills/Expertise: Can-can dancing, singing, flirting, negotiations, manipulation
Backstory: She was a part of a strict religious family who never appreciated her. Jilted on her wedding day as a girl of 20, she became reckless and ran away from her family. She made money by performing and occasionally selling herself. She hitched rides with people moving out west for a new life and ended up at Roland Pierce. After dancing for a few years she took over the saloon's "entertainment" business and is enjoying her freedom.
Extra: She may be a "tart", but she sure knows anything and everything about the townspeople. If there's information needed, she's probably got it and will sell it for the right price.
on March 14, 2015
on March 14, 2015
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on March 14, 2015
[HEY HOWDY HEY! I DONE GOT SOME RULES FER Y'ALL.]
1. KEEP HISTORICALLY ACCURATE. PLEASE!
2. WHILE FOLLOWIN' RULE 1, BE RESPECTFUL. THOUGH PRE-CIVIL WAR, WE DO NOT TOLERATE ANY RACIAL SLURS.
3. NONE OF YER HIGH FALOOTIN' FANDOMS HERE! WE'RE RUNNING ON PURE AMERICAN ORIGINALITY
4. MAKE THE ROLE PLAYIN' FUN FER THE REST OF US AND WRITE A FEW LINES, SEEIN' AS TO HOW Y'ALL OUGHT TO BE LEARNED FROM YER EDUMACATIONS!
5. IF Y'ALL DON'T LISTEN I'LL TAKE AWAY YER MEMBERSHIP BEFORE YOU See More▼ CAN SAY THE WORD "ALAMO"
6. HAVE FUN!
7. I WOULD THINK IT MIGHY FINE Y'ALL WOULD SHARE A BACKSTORY OF YOUR CHARACTERS. IT HELPS US BETTER UNDERSTAND AND MAKE THE ROLEPLAYIN' BETTER. PLEASE AND THANK YOU!
1. KEEP HISTORICALLY ACCURATE. PLEASE!
2. WHILE FOLLOWIN' RULE 1, BE RESPECTFUL. THOUGH PRE-CIVIL WAR, WE DO NOT TOLERATE ANY RACIAL SLURS.
3. NONE OF YER HIGH FALOOTIN' FANDOMS HERE! WE'RE RUNNING ON PURE AMERICAN ORIGINALITY
4. MAKE THE ROLE PLAYIN' FUN FER THE REST OF US AND WRITE A FEW LINES, SEEIN' AS TO HOW Y'ALL OUGHT TO BE LEARNED FROM YER EDUMACATIONS!
5. IF Y'ALL DON'T LISTEN I'LL TAKE AWAY YER MEMBERSHIP BEFORE YOU See More▼ CAN SAY THE WORD "ALAMO"
6. HAVE FUN!
7. I WOULD THINK IT MIGHY FINE Y'ALL WOULD SHARE A BACKSTORY OF YOUR CHARACTERS. IT HELPS US BETTER UNDERSTAND AND MAKE THE ROLEPLAYIN' BETTER. PLEASE AND THANK YOU!
on March 14, 2015
Age:20
Gender:Female
Appearance:The same black curly hair, tall and slender like her brothers
Occupation:Horse trainer See More▼
Personality:Passionate, throws herself into everything. Practical, independent.
Marital Status:Widower
Family:Two brothers, and an aunt as the school mistress. Father and mother still alive, working as a miner and pie seller.
Skills/Expertise:Riding. She has a soft way of breaking them in, but won't take any attitude from highly strung ones.
Backstory:Took over the stables when her husband died, having always had a soft spot for horses. Always gets a free set from John when the horses need reshoeing.
Extra:Loves listening to music, and often comes into the saloon just for the old, rickety piano and how the missing keys are skipped over so skilfully.