Tears of Mirrormere Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Groin Redbeard · 11-10-2008, 02:19 PM

Great character bio Arry and Lilly, that was really smart to combine characters like that.

Durelin, glad to have you on board, love your bio!

When more people start coming in I'll give some general information on how the game will begin so that you will have a better idea of how to write your post.

Gwathagor · 11-10-2008, 07:24 PM

NAME: Frar

AGE: 175

RACE: Dwarf

GENDER: Male

WEAPONS: Large double-edged ax

APPEARANCE: Massively built: tall, broad, and strong. An imposing figure. He is of great girth, but not at all fat or flabby; he is almost exclusively bone, muscle, and beard. Very long and thick black hair, pulled back behind his shoulders, but un-braided. Thick graying black beard, also very long. FRAR DOES NOT LOOK LIKE HAGRID. Expel that particular mental image immediately! Green eyes. Thoughtful facial features. In battle, wears a shirt of heavy chain mail, a blue tunic, and no helmet.

PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: A noble and jovial spirit: courageous, expansive, selfless, generous, and determined. Kingly in nature. Incapable of admitting defeat. Loves conversation, but dislikes small talk. A booming laugh. Can out-eat or drink anyone.

HISTORY: A renowned warrior. Distinguished himself in The Battle of Five Armies. Following the restoration of the King under the Mountain, he continued to roam the countryside as part of the King's patrols, pursuing the enemies of the Mountain: goblins, wargs, bandits, etc. These have increased in number in recent years. Frar has fought in many battles, and received many scars. Old, but showing no signs of weakening.

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LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~*~ Pio

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NAME:Buri

AGE: 85

APPEARANCE: Dark-brown hair, blue eyes, dark green cloak and hood, sturdy leather belt and boots, heavy brown tunic.

WEAPONS: Only the spear and short sword given him at the beginning of the expedition.

PERSONALITY: A cheerful, friendly dwarf, relatively inexperienced, with a lack of confidence about anything that does not pertain to his smith-work. He takes great pride in his work. Very practical and plain-spoken. Generally quiet.

HISTORY: Not a warrior - a smith. His family travelled from the Iron Hills to Erebor following The Battle of Five Armies. He learned the smith trade from his father, and is moderately skilled at his work. Was recruited by one of the members of the expedition to help maintain tools, arms, and armor on the expeditin to Khazad-dum. This will be only the second time in his life that he has left home.

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LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~*~ Pio

Gwathagor · 11-10-2008, 07:25 PM

http://axebow.hakaze.com/char/edda.htm

piosenniel · 11-10-2008, 08:09 PM

Gwathagor

Thanks for the preceding link on where Tolkien got his Dwarf-names from.

I put it on the Shire Thread "Resources for RPG's" as well as in the Links post (#5) for this RPG.

~*~ Pio

Folwren · 11-10-2008, 09:04 PM

Right-ho, well, I'm definitely playing now that I see both Arry and Durelin are on board and those two were both in my first game and both launched me into my roleplaying days.

I have not thought at all on my character...maybe characterS, but I kind of doubt it. I will get a bio up hopefully within the next couple of days.

-- Folwren

Durelin · 11-11-2008, 09:47 AM

Woo, definitely looking forward to playing with all of you!! It's always a pleasure to RP with you, Folwren, and I'm very glad to see you again, Arry!

And hey, you're dwarves again.

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Originally Posted by Groin

When more people start coming in I'll give some general information on how the game will begin so that you will have a better idea of how to write your post.

So we will be writing first posts? I have no objection to this at all, (I mean, I'm used to them), but it does say in the game info above:

Quote:

NOTE: First Posts for your characters are NOT required for this game – just your Character Descriptions

Doesn't matter to me which it is, but just want to know what I need to start thinking about.

Thanks!

Thinlómien · 11-11-2008, 09:59 AM

There are no official first posts, like this thread states. I think Groin was merely referring to first game posts or the point we're starting from...

And welcome, Folwren! Great to be writing with you once again.

Dimturiel · 11-11-2008, 10:15 AM

Well, here I am and here's my character bio. I've been working on it since last night only I did not have time to post it until now.

NAME: Bain

AGE: 80

RACE: Dwarf

GENDER: Male

WEAPONS: A short axe, although he can be handy with a knife as well.

APPEARANCE: He is of average height and well built. He has long brown hair which tends to get tangled very easily. His eyes are clear dark blue.

PERSONALITY/ STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: He is usually of a quiet disposition-unless he is drinking with his friends, a thing he is most fond of doing. He is not very much of a practical thinker and gives no thoughts to the consequences of his actions. Actually, he thinks it is the here and now that matter and that no one should bother with what the future will bring. He is a craftsman and he likes making things and spends most of his time thinking what he should forge next. He is loyal, but he claims he gives his loyalty only to those who are truly worth it.

HISTORY: Bain was born in a family of craftsmen and he had always been very fond of this trade. A year or two after the Battle of Five Armies, his entire family moved from the Iron Hills to Erebor, and that is the place that he considers home. However, when Balin had asked him to come to Moria as his skills would be needed there and he would have the chance to make much more wonderful things, he felt pleased and did not refuse. He did not once think that things in Moria could ever go wrong and he followed Balin to Erebor without a worry.

Well, this is my character. Let me know if you want me to add/remove/change anything. Thanks again for inviting me-I can't wait for the game to start

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LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~*~ Pio

Kath · 11-11-2008, 03:32 PM

Alright Lommy, I haven't stopped thinking about this since you mentioned it so here I am! I'm still thinking on characters but just wanted to say that I would love to play. I will probably have two characters, Dwarf and wife, if that's alright. Will try to get bio's up within the next couple of days.

11-10-2008, 02:19 PM	#1
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	Great character bio Arry and Lilly, that was really smart to combine characters like that. Durelin, glad to have you on board, love your bio! When more people start coming in I'll give some general information on how the game will begin so that you will have a better idea of how to write your post. __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

11-10-2008, 07:24 PM	#2
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	NAME: Frar AGE: 175 RACE: Dwarf GENDER: Male WEAPONS: Large double-edged ax APPEARANCE: Massively built: tall, broad, and strong. An imposing figure. He is of great girth, but not at all fat or flabby; he is almost exclusively bone, muscle, and beard. Very long and thick black hair, pulled back behind his shoulders, but un-braided. Thick graying black beard, also very long. FRAR DOES NOT LOOK LIKE HAGRID. Expel that particular mental image immediately! Green eyes. Thoughtful facial features. In battle, wears a shirt of heavy chain mail, a blue tunic, and no helmet. PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: A noble and jovial spirit: courageous, expansive, selfless, generous, and determined. Kingly in nature. Incapable of admitting defeat. Loves conversation, but dislikes small talk. A booming laugh. Can out-eat or drink anyone. HISTORY: A renowned warrior. Distinguished himself in The Battle of Five Armies. Following the restoration of the King under the Mountain, he continued to roam the countryside as part of the King's patrols, pursuing the enemies of the Mountain: goblins, wargs, bandits, etc. These have increased in number in recent years. Frar has fought in many battles, and received many scars. Old, but showing no signs of weakening. ---- *LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~~ Pio * NAME:Buri AGE: 85 APPEARANCE: Dark-brown hair, blue eyes, dark green cloak and hood, sturdy leather belt and boots, heavy brown tunic. WEAPONS: Only the spear and short sword given him at the beginning of the expedition. PERSONALITY: A cheerful, friendly dwarf, relatively inexperienced, with a lack of confidence about anything that does not pertain to his smith-work. He takes great pride in his work. Very practical and plain-spoken. Generally quiet. HISTORY: Not a warrior - a smith. His family travelled from the Iron Hills to Erebor following The Battle of Five Armies. He learned the smith trade from his father, and is moderately skilled at his work. Was recruited by one of the members of the expedition to help maintain tools, arms, and armor on the expeditin to Khazad-dum. This will be only the second time in his life that he has left home. --- LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~~ Pio* __________________ Stories and songs. Last edited by piosenniel; 11-10-2008 at 08:14 PM.

11-10-2008, 07:25 PM	#3
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	http://axebow.hakaze.com/char/edda.htm __________________ Stories and songs.

11-10-2008, 08:09 PM	#4
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Gwathagor Thanks for the preceding link on where Tolkien got his Dwarf-names from. I put it on the Shire Thread "Resources for RPG's" as well as in the Links post (#5) for this RPG. ~~ Pio __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside. Last edited by piosenniel; 11-10-2008 at 08:18 PM.*

11-11-2008, 09:59 AM	#7
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	There are no official first posts, like this thread states. I think Groin was merely referring to first game posts or the point we're starting from... And welcome, Folwren! Great to be writing with you once again. __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

11-10-2008, 09:04 PM	#5
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Right-ho, well, I'm definitely playing now that I see both Arry and Durelin are on board and those two were both in my first game and both launched me into my roleplaying days. I have not thought at all on my character...maybe characterS, but I kind of doubt it. I will get a bio up hopefully within the next couple of days. -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

11-11-2008, 10:15 AM	#8
Dimturiel Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: May 2005 Location: the road less travelled by Posts: 910	Well, here I am and here's my character bio. I've been working on it since last night only I did not have time to post it until now. NAME: Bain AGE: 80 RACE: Dwarf GENDER: Male WEAPONS: A short axe, although he can be handy with a knife as well. APPEARANCE: He is of average height and well built. He has long brown hair which tends to get tangled very easily. His eyes are clear dark blue. PERSONALITY/ STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: He is usually of a quiet disposition-unless he is drinking with his friends, a thing he is most fond of doing. He is not very much of a practical thinker and gives no thoughts to the consequences of his actions. Actually, he thinks it is the here and now that matter and that no one should bother with what the future will bring. He is a craftsman and he likes making things and spends most of his time thinking what he should forge next. He is loyal, but he claims he gives his loyalty only to those who are truly worth it. HISTORY: Bain was born in a family of craftsmen and he had always been very fond of this trade. A year or two after the Battle of Five Armies, his entire family moved from the Iron Hills to Erebor, and that is the place that he considers home. However, when Balin had asked him to come to Moria as his skills would be needed there and he would have the chance to make much more wonderful things, he felt pleased and did not refuse. He did not once think that things in Moria could ever go wrong and he followed Balin to Erebor without a worry. Well, this is my character. Let me know if you want me to add/remove/change anything. Thanks again for inviting me-I can't wait for the game to start ___________________________________ *LINKED TO PLAYER - CHARACTER LIST ~~ Pio** __________________ Is this the end? No more the hunt, the journey and the goal? That terrifies me most: no more the goal! -Ray Bradbury, Leviathan '99 Last edited by piosenniel; 11-11-2008 at 10:55 AM.

11-11-2008, 03:32 PM	#9
Kath Everlasting Whiteness Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Perusing the laminated book of dreams Posts: 4,533	Alright Lommy, I haven't stopped thinking about this since you mentioned it so here I am! I'm still thinking on characters but just wanted to say that I would love to play. I will probably have two characters, Dwarf and wife, if that's alright. Will try to get bio's up within the next couple of days. __________________ “If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.”