Recruitment: Consular Operations, SOFD-Delta + James Bond + Shadowrun Options

[TheOneRonin]

Thanks for the perspective, Fisty.

And Fortune, don't sweat it. I don't blame you for wanting to be 100% clear on everything that's on the table. I'm doing my best to try to provide that. And like I said before, if there is something you are trying to accomplish with your character that you can't achieve because of my restrictions, just pm me and we'll discuss it. I try not to be one of those inflexible, nazi-like GMs. I save that sort of fascism for the way I run my company's Network and Desktop support section. ;-)

And that statement doesn't just apply to Fortune...if anyone out there is trying to accomplish a particular goal with their character but can't seem to hit it, let me know and we will work something out.

[Fortune]

I'm cool, and pretty much good to go ... almost.

Incidentally, I will try to explain my problem with your wording above ...

[Cthulhudreams]

[TheOneRonin]

[TheOneRonin]

We are getting close to launch time, and there are a couple of posting rules for the actual game.

1. I will be posting content on Monday-Friday, usually in the morning or throughout the day. If I post content on a Monday and you don't reply before Tuesday morning, then you will be skipped and I will continue with the next posting.

2. I will only rarely post on weekends. And content posted there will usually not be time sensitive.

3. I know we all have life going on outside the game. But you can't post on a particular day/group of days, I'd really like for you to let me know in advance so I can make allowances.

4. If you have a particular rules question, post it in the OOC thread. Someone else might have the same question.

5. If you have a question about character knowledge, then post it in a PM. That way when you post shit in the IC thread like "That gunshot sounded like an AK-47, probably less than 100 meters away.", it will look like your character actually said it, rather than me saying it.

6. Please, please, please make sure you check your Dumpshock inbox often. I'll be sending a lot of communication that way.

7. I'll be posting game-relevant content on the website as well, so please make sure you check it fairly often. When I do put something of note up there, I'll try to make sure I echo it in the OOC thread.

[Fortune]

Yay! Tweaking almost done.

Who else has submitted a new draft?

[Cthulhudreams]

[TheOneRonin]

[ZenZen]

[Fortune]

So, looks like the Doc won't be back till sometime on Tuesday (Wednesday to me). :(

[Cthulhudreams]

Okay, Clear text character sheet AS DEMANDED

Totally background free, I want to rework it a bit around the edges, but the Boss has a good as gold version. Just not quite gold ;)

Calling em a HUMIT specialist is probably being a bit generous.

Mr Mosby has two tricks up his sleeves:

A) He can do everything pretty well, except cast spells - shooting, hacking, talking, walking, healing, flipping out and killing people, it's all good.

B) Is completely indistinguishable form a civilian without invasive medical testing, including while carting around a monowhip and a commlink, which is all he needs to break out badassery or otherwise do what needs doing. The only downer is that under house rules I cannot actually take a gun through a sec screen, but otherwise sitting pretty.

[ Spoiler ]

Name: John Singleton Mosby
Race: Human

Physical Attributes

Body 4 / 9
Agility 9 / 9 (Muscle and thyroid)
Reaction 9 / 9 (synpatic boosters and thyroid)
Strength 3 / 9
Charisma 9 / 9 (augmented via pheromones, got the bonus here because there is no point in not doing so as I am not awakened)
Intuition 5 / 9
Logic 9 / 9 (augmented via cerebral boosters, got the bonus here because there is no point in not doing so as I am not awakened)
Willpower 3 / 9
Edge 4 / 7

Ninja Skills

Athletics (Group) 5
Outdoors (Group) 4
Cracking (Group) 6
Electronics (Group) 4
Firearms (Group) 5
Influence (Group) 5
Stealth (Group) 5
Parachuting 3
Pilot Aircraft 3
Pilot Ground Craft 3
Gunnery 3
Unarmed Combat 4
Exotic Melee (Monowhip) 6
Biotechnology 4
Perception 4
Throwing 1
Exotic Ranged Weapon (Squirt Gun) 1

Knowledge Skills

AC: Economics 6
AC: Military Intelligence 5
SW:Megacorporate Politics 2
IN:Tir Tairngire Politics 2
IN:CAS Politics 3
IN:UCAS Politics 3
IN:Aztlan Politics 4
IN: Terrorist Organisations 2
IN: Small Unit Tactics 3

Languages

English N
Spanish 4
Japanese 3

Qualities

Type O System
Incompetent (Boats)

Cyberware

Synaptic Booster (1-3) 3
Cerebral Booster (1-3) 3
Skillwire (1-6) 6 Alpha
Muscle Toner (1-4) 4 Delta
Tailored Pheromones (1-3) 3 Delta
Synthacardium (1-3) 3 Delta
Suprathyroid Gland Delta
Orthoskin Tier III Delta
Control Rig Alpha
Datajack Alpha


Alphaware eyes with

Low-Light Vision
Smartlink
Thermographic Vision
Vision Enhancment (1-3) 3
Vision Magnification

Alphaware Ears with

Audio Enhancer (1-3) 3
Damper
Spatial Recongnizer

Edit: I just noticed the skills are from an old draft. I'll try and find where I have misplaced the new draft.

Edit2: Fixed.

[Fortune]

[Cthulhudreams]

[Fortune]

Ah, that's cool. Just thought I'd missed something. :)

[TheOneRonin]

[Fortune]

Ah, ok. That's cool.

I think I'll wait till the OOC for two reasons ...

#1. It's neater and easier to find later (and I'm somewhat anal, if you haven't figured that out yet ;))

and more importantly ...

#2. I just might want to tweak that tiny bit more, and wouldn't want to post an incorrect sheet.

:D

[Fortune]

That being said, I will post Ashley's background data. :)

[ Spoiler ]

Ashley Byron Fairchild

Male Elf

Background

Ashley Byron Fairchild was born in Texas in 2036 on February 7th, a date that would become infamous the world over three years later as the Night of Rage. His mother Natasha died during childbirth, and he grew up with Billy Ray, his human father on a small ranch about 100km or so outside of Austin, very close to the Aztlan border.

Like most Texans, Ashley grew to adulthood with a deep-seated hatred of Aztlan and their aggressive and seemingly inhumane tactics. Also like most Texans, Ash learned to shoot almost before he could walk, and with threats posed by the formidable wildlife and fairly regular clashes with the Aztlan border patrols, it seemed that he was never lacking for target practice.

As his teen years rolled around, Ashley started to take an active interest in sports and physical fitness. When the boy was deemed an underachiever by his coaches and peers, his father was so concerned that he responded by taking out a mortgage on the ranch to finance the cost of Ashley's first augmentation.

Enlisting in the CAS military at 17, Ashley breezed though basic, and was among the first to volunteer for any and all optional training. He graduated at the pinnacle of his class at Infantry School, following it up quick order with training at the Airborne, Air Assault, and Pathfinder schools, before finally reaching his true objective, Army Sniper School. He then reported to the headquarters platoon, A Company, 3rd Brigade {Iron Rakkasans} in the 101st Airborne Division.

In 2061, after 8 years of distictive service, Ash then tried out and was selected for Special Forces. Upon completing he training, he was assigned to the 7th Special Operations Group operating out of Fort Bragg, NC, where he was designated Jr. Weapons Sgt. Later chosen to attend the ultra-exclusive Marine Corps Scout Sniper School, Ashley is subsequently considered "Scout Sniper Qualified".

In October of 2068, Ashley was transferred to Consular Operations. Although his primary MOS is that of marksman and scout, he is also exceptionally qualified in all types of demolitions and heavy weaponry, with varying levels of cross-training in most other non-matrix areas.

While Ashley has had his fair share of injuries, his worst moment came while on assignment in the Caribbean, when he lost his eyes and both arms, along with his hearing due to a booby-trapped smuggler's boat, resulting in more, this time quite drastic augmentation surgery.

Description

Ashley is slightly short for an elf, just topping 1.8 meters but weighing in at around 84kg. His black hair is perpetually messy, its length typically pushing the bounds of military protocol. His pale blue cybereyes look quite natural, their occasional feral glint contrasting sharply with his otherwise warm, finely shaped features.

When not on assignment, or when the opportunity arises, he tunes his altskin to cover his arms with a wide and varying array of tattoos, culled from a large selection of firearms scans that Ashley has amassed over the years.

Outlook

Ashley loves guns!

While he does enjoy the other manly pursuits in life, he doesn't seem to find the intimacy with women that he does with a finely-crafted firearm. When it comes to shooting though, Ash can be quite particular. He doesn't ascribe to the spray-and-pray philosophy whatsoever, and as such disdains using submachine guns and machine pistols as personal weapons.

Mission selection holds very little importance to Ashley, as long as he is on one, and he will gladly go wherever he is assigned. Of course, if preferences are given, Ash would prefer a climate on the warmer side, and it goes without saying that the less underwater work he has to do, the better he likes it. Truth be known though, he is happiest when on assignments that are at odds with Aztlan interests.

[Galedeep]

Here's the magician type, though he's still being ironed out. On the whole, though, he's the guy you'll be dealing with, give or take a few skill points or a spell or two that may be revised.

[ Spoiler ]

Character Name: Ivan Beckett
Profession: Special Ops Arcanist, Counterterrorism Specialist
Sex: Male

Build Points Max: 635
Build Points Used: 635

Nuyen:
Build points spent on Nuyen(50)
Nuyen: 350,000

Race:
Race:Elf
Build points spent on Race (25)
Race Notes:
Elf: Natural Low Light Vision

Initiation Grade 3 (30)
Centering, Shielding, Absorption

Attributes:
Build points spent on Attributes (285)
Attributes: (min/current/max)
Agility 2 / 3 (7) / 7
Body 1 / 3 (5) / 6
Reaction 1 / 3 / 6
Strength 1 / 3 / 6
Charisma 3 / 7 / 8
Intuition 1 / 3 / 6
Logic 1 / 3 / 6
Willpower 1 / 4 / 6
Essence 1 / 5 / 6
Magic 1 / 7 / 8
Edge 1 / 2 / 6

Derived Attributes:
Initiative 6
Memory 8
Composure 12
Judge Intentions 10
Lift/Carry 7

Walking Rate (m/turn): 10
Running Rate (m/turn): 25
Swim Rate (m/turn): 6
Lift w/out test (kg/lbs): 30/66
Overhead Lift w/out test (kg/lbs): 15/33

Condition Monitors:
Physical Track: 10
Stun Track: 11

Active SKILLS:
Build points spent on Active Skills: (207)
Ex-Group: Con (Cha) RANK 4 Specialization: Fast Talk
Ex-Group: Leadership (Cha) RANK 3
Ex-Group: Negotiation (Cha) RANK 3
Ex-Group: Ettiquette (Cha) RANK 3 Specialization: Street
Group: Outdoors (Int) RANK 3 3 in group, Navigation, Survival, Tracking
Ex-Group: Running (Str) RANK 3
Ex-Group: Swimming (Str) RANK 3 Specialization: Long Distance
Ex-Group: Gymnastics (Str) RANK 3
Ex-Group: Climbing (Str) RANK 3
Spellcasting (Mag) RANK 7 Specialization: Illusion Spells
Counterspelling (Mag) RANK 6 Specialization: Manipulation Spells
Assensing (Int) RANK 6 Specialization: Metahuman Aura Reading
Ritual Spellcasting (Mag) RANK 3 Specialization: Combat Spells
Astral Combat (Wil) RANK 5 Specialization: Magicians
Ex Group: Banishing (Mag) RANK 4 Specialization: Task Spirits
Ex Group: Binding (Mag) RANK 5 Specialization: Guardian Spirits
Ex Group: Summoning (Mag) RANK 5 Specialization: Guardian Spirits
Ex Group: Longarms (Agi) RANK 4 Specialization: Rifles
Ex Group: Pistols (Agi) RANK 4 Specialization: Semi-Automatics
Ex Group: Automatics (Agi) RANK 4 Specialization: Assault Rifles
Unarmed Combat (Agi) RANK 4 Specialization: Martial Arts
Infiltration (Agi) RANK 5 Specialization: Urban
Perception (Int) RANK 5 Specialization: Visual
Dodge (Rea) RANK 4 Specialization: Melee
Intimidation (Cha) RANK 3
Pilot: Watercraft (Rea) RANK 2 Specialization: Motor Boat

Knowledge SKILLS:
Build points spent on Knowledge Skills:(4)
academic Military Theory & Tactics by SEALS RANK:3 Specialization: Infiltration
academic Military Theory & Tactics by SEALS RANK:3 Specialization: Surveillance/Counter Surveillance
language Spanish Speak/Read/Write RANK:4
language Sperethiel Speak/Read/Write RANK:3
language Portuguese Speak/Read/Write RANK:3
language French Speak/Read/Write RANK:3

Native Language: (free)
English

Positive Qualities:
Magician Special Quality (15 points)
Mentor Spirit (Sky Father (Odin)) +2 to manipulation spells, +2 to detection spells, willpower threshold 3 to retaliate against insult, -1 to resist con (flattery) (5 points)

Negative Qualities:
Sensitive System (15) Rank 1
Spirit Bane – Task Spirits (10) Rank 1
Geasa (Talisman) (10) Rank 1

Spells:
Build Points spent on Spells (63)
Number of Spells Purchased: 21 (21)
Combat: Stunball, Stunbolt, Shatter
Illusion: Trid Phantasm, Improved Invisibility, Stealth, Physical Mask
Health: Heal, Oxygenate
Manipulation: Levitate, Influence, Alter Memory, Mob Control, Control Thoughts, Magic Fingers, Shape Metal
Detection: Mind Probe, Spatial Sense extended, Detect Life extended, Clairaudience, Clairvoyance

Foci:
Build Points spent on Foci (10)

Power Focus rating 5 125,000
Centering Focus rating 5 75,000

200,000

Alphaware Muscle Toner rating 4 0.32 42,000
Alphaware Platelet Factories 0.2 50,000
Trauma Damper 0.2 40,000
0.72

Aluminum Bone Lacing 0.5 10,000
Deltaware Datajack 0.05 5,000
0.275

.995

142,000


Tradition details: Norse
Combat: Guardian
Detection: Water
Health: Fire
Illusion: Air
Manipulation: Beast
Drain: Willpower + Charisma


Physical Description:
Ivan Becket is a tall, relatively thin, wiry man (6’5�, 185 lbs). He looks human, having had his elven ears blunted and his features changed somewhat cosmetically in order to appear less distinct., along with giving him the ability to grow thick, relatively course facial hair. He wears his hair long, and a thick, but well maintained beard. He is less strenuous about his physicality than most SEAL’s, focusing instead on unique tactics and his magical capabilities, though he keeps himself trim and constantly works on his agility and aim.
Ivan is well known amongst his peers for his religious and magical leanings, as he follows the Norse pantheon half-heartedly as a religion, and obsessively as a tradition of spellcasting. He relates especially well with Odin, and often consults his god in times of trouble. However, when it is required, he removes all trappings of his faith and tradition, masquerading as mundanes or other types of magicians as needed.



Ivan Beckett was born on June 18, 2020, to Pamela and Avery Beckett. Unusual amongst elven families, he was a third child, with two older siblings, a sister, Angela Beckett, who died in a car accident when he was still young, and a brother, Ronald Beckett, who was killed in combat before Ivans birth, working as an Army Ranger.
Ivan found himself running rather wild as a youngster, in a predominantly human area, as his parents had little money, and after two of their children had been killed, little motivation to push themselves for something better. This led Ivan to do a few stupid things, followed by a few more; the surgery that left him much more human looking happened during this phase, using stolen money. Throughout his escapades, unlike most of his ganger friends, he kept up with his schoolwork, acting more on the model of what he thought his brother would have been like than his father, who spent the majority of his time drinking.
As Ivan came closer to graduation, he became disenchanted with the lawlessness and idiocy of his former friends, distancing himself from them as he managed to graduate first in his class. He earned a few minor scholarships, one of moderate worth, but it wasn’t enough to take care of room and board. So, Ivan followed his brothers path, to little objection from his parents, who at that point, were hardly living any more. Four months later, they were both dead, and he was in the Navy.
He found the disciplined lifestyle difficult, when it was thrust upon him, but soon adapted to it, coming to enjoy the feeling of control it gave him over his own actions. After having felt nearly a passenger on some of the wild events of his youth, he relished the sensation of being in command of himself. He excelled at his training, and was given one other surprising boost as basic training came to an end; unknown power welled up in him, seemingly triggered by his new outlook and control, and he realized he had magical potential.
Al of this seemed almost too much, but true to his new self, he worked harder than he ever had, focusing on becoming the best sailor and soldier that he could be. He volunteered for training in the Thaumaturgical School, learning most of his spells there, spells that were mission-oriented, that would aid in stealth, combat, and counterterrorism. He didn’t know it, but he was being groomed to enter the SEALs.
Upon graduation, he was offered the chance to go through the SEALs training, and he accepted it without blinking. He was by far one of the weakest, physically, to go through the training that iteration; he met the minimums required, and a little more besides, but his totals were never nearly as impressive as some of the others. Still, he qualified, and brought a considerable talent into play that was needed on a force such as this; magical capabilities. He was forbidden from using his magic to get him through the course, but one thing did give him an edge; a glowing, warm sense of accomplishment, of honor, and of pride seemed to take form, warming him in the icy water, comforting him as he collapsed on the beach, weeping from exhaustion. It took form, a large man, wearing thick robes and a wide-brimmed hat, smiling kindly and urging his young warrior on, from a scarred, one-eyed visage. The figure seemed kind, but it was most certainly not gentle; it was power, personified, and it wished for Ivan to keep going. So, he did.
He graduated training, and was presented with his trident. From there, he focused his specialization on Counterterrorism, and Thaumaturgical studies, learning by doing what he needed to cover his team. He focused heavily on spellcasting, though he didn’t shirk on conjuring the spirits of his tradition, which he grew to understand was defined by his experience during Hell Week. He felt a kinship with the Norse Pantheon, which manifested in his Mentor Spirit, the fiery visage of Odin, his power revealed. As a fellow warrior, he encouraged bravery and strength, and as the wisest among the Aesir, he encouraged tactical movement, preparation, and defense. Countering the spells aimed at his companions was important, as was astral surveillance, so he didn’t skimp in the fields.
Some of his spells made traditional training obsolete, though he managed to learn the basics anyway. Other tasks he learned spells specifically for, in order to make up for weaknesses in himself. Focusing so intently on his missions and his magic, however, left little time for anything else, and Ivan is known as being somewhat quiet, something of a loner when not in combat or on a mission.
Recently, upon joining Consular Operations, he’s come into his own. Developing his power took a backseat to operating at peak efficiency, and he had some bits of ‘ware installed to improve his overall performance, and reduce the draining effects of his spells. It reduced his considerable power somewhat, but he knew that he could regain it, given time. Knowing his unit needs him to cover them, he was more than performed his duties, and as he grows in faith and talent, he finds comfort in knowing that his soul, and that of his companions, will rest in Valhalla, should they fall.




Guns----

For preference

Colt Manhunter S
FN Five-seveN smart
USAS 12
Remington Bolt Action 700/750 .338 Win Mag

[TheOneRonin]

OOC thread up and running. IC thread coming soon.

http://forums.dumpshock.com/index.php?showtopic=18930

[TheOneRonin]

Both threads are up and running.