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Most Original Character Contest 2001
 Atlantic Winner
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A Rubber Ducky |
 
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| *squeek squeek* Hello, I am a Rubber Ducky! I live on the Atlantic shard, in the wonderful city of Britain. The innkeepers are ever so kind to allow me to stay there for no cost. As I am a homeless Ducky. I manage to get myself some food, bird seed, by trading my singing talents. You see, not too long ago, I was employed by Sesame Street inc. But, along came that big.. yellow.. bird.. who is so un originally named.. "Big Bird".. he ate all the bird seed.. and they couldn't afford to keep me around any longer. So the dead-beats Bert & Ernie kicked me out on the streets, to fend for myself. Knowing only one song, "The Rubber Ducky Song". I went out onto the streets to sell my voice to anyone who wanted to hear me. Soon I began to gain fame among the citizens of the streets. They began to ask more of me, and I was more than happy to deliver. Begging is my profession along with my songs. I studied very hard and learned many new songs for the citizens to request, over 1200 actually! *squeek squeek* I am ever thankful to the people of Britannia, who have made my new street ever so wonderful. All wealth donated to me goes back into making me better than ever. Smile and clap for me! So come on by in the evenings, to Trammel, Britain, West Bank and see me, and remember.. give me a squeeze *squeek squeek* |
 Baja Winner
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Criselle |
 
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| Once one of Lord Oak's respected, revered Guardian of the Unicorns, Criselle was banished from the Great Forest because of her treason. Criselle grew jealous of the Forest Lord's affection towards his queen Silvani and thought that she herself should have been chosen as Lord Oak's confidant. One night, angered that Lord Oak's presented his wife with a young, beautiful unicorn, a unicorn Criselle had bred since it was born, out of bitterness she snuck into the young steed's nest and chopped off its horn. As she broke off its horn, all the unicorns of the forest felt the youngling's pain and shrieked in horror. Their panic and frenzy woke all the forest dwellers. Unable to quiet the frenzy, Criselle slew more and more unicorns until Lord Oaks and Silvani appeared before her. Criselle froze in her place, dagger in hand, and hissed at Silvani. The Great Lord of the Forest, sighed in disappointment of his trusted Guardian. 'Criselle, because of your treachery you are no longer welcome here.' At that, Lord Oaks drew his sword, and Criselle, fearful of death, ran away in terror. Before she could get away, Lord Oaks slashes at her wings. Criselle screams. Her back bloody, she flees away from her home to the land of old, Felucca. Months later, cloaked in darkness, scars on her back where there was once beautiful wings, the Villainous Criselle, Enemy of the Forest Lord, plots revenge on Lord Oaks, and especially on his precious queen Silvani. |
 Catskills Winner
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Saevodian Zephyr Falrapax |
 
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| In Latin, his name means- Saevodian- (saevos) savage (odium) hate, hatred Zephyr- Warm west wind, often bearing an ill omen Falrapax- (falx) scythe (rapax) exacting, vengeful I created this name myself, I think it sounds really cool and fits with the character well. In the paperdoll, I am wearing a red-dyed exceptional barbed leather tunic, with sleeves and leggings. I am wearing a black tunic underneath to create the 'shimmer effect'. I am wearing a pair of arcane gloves, black boots, a silver necklace, a bracelet, black cloak, black body sash, and red-dyed headband. I am holding my spellbook. I dyed my hair to the lightest non-white color possible, as I think it goes well with the outfit, I think it's cool looking in general, and because demon-hunters are supposed to have light-colored hair going by occult mythology. Role-playing story- I am Saevodian Zephyr Falrapax......a heretic by ill choice, I made a pact with the demon mage god hundreds of years ago for immortality, so that I may have all of time to discover the secrets and lost powers of Sosaria. I must revere him and honor him in tribute to his 'gift', to keep him in existence and thus myself as well, lest his dying soul sever my link to ill-won life. I haven't a choice to my own fate, as his grip on me forces me into praising him. I never age or mature beyond 25 years. A gift and a curse, not only must I worship Slaanesh, but I am overtaken with immense desires to kill innocents and commit acts of evil in his name. It is all I can do to resist, and remain on the path of Virtue. To defy his will is as trying to outwit a god, for he may use me to do as he wishes should I dare not comply, overtaking my mind. Yet, as a mage, and one most interested in infernal powers, I respect his might even on my own accord, leaving me only more open to his corruption.................... (end story) My desert ostards' name is Havogarm, a play on the name 'Managarm', one of two wolves who were always chasing the sun and eventually devoured it in Ragnarok, The Twilight of the Gods (effectively the Apocalypse) in Norse mythology. I removed Mana-, and added the prefix Havo- from the word Havoc. Although the idea may not be especially original (heretic demon hunter), I think Saevodian's story, costume, name and character make him very original. I hope you like him. *bows* |
 Chesapeake Winner
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Barnibus |
 
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| This is Barnibus. Barnibus used to be a drunken pirate who specialized in treasure hunting. He had a love for booze and a desire for fine gems. However, after a few too many drinks one day accidentally dug up something he couldn't handle and has since retired from treasure hunting. He now spends his days using his knowledge of fine beverages to make potions and other fine quality items. Power to the Fro, Peace |
 Europa Winner
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Grizzly |
 
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| Grizzly is a ranger of the wild. He was left as a bastard child in the forest as a baby. He was picked up by a family of grizzly bears and raised by them. When Grizzly was a young adolescent he found a bow and some arrows. He taught himself how to use them and is now a skilled archer. |
 Great Lakes Winner
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Ariyana Sune |
 
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| I am Ariyana Sune of the Great Lakes Shard. Better known to some as the Circe of Moonglow Isle, and to others the Witch that leads a guild of Warlocks, Wizards, and Witches. Many seek to bring us to their flaming pyres, yet many more seek us for our knowledge and wizardry. Myself and my member of the Coven of Secret Shadows walk with silent step, watching from the shadows. We are a family, entwined with each other, steadfast and loyal in our service to one another. Some have called us Sorcerers, an Evil Agent of Chaos, Witches...They fear our knowledge, and misunderstand our magick. Coven seeks what is right and true to them, seeking prosperity and longevity for ourselves, always take steps necessary for self-preservation. My days in Sosaria are spent in search of necromancy and the darker arts. Scrying in my Scourge I see much, the past, the future. Seeking always more knowledge and understanding to aid in our fight to protect our land and my family, the Coven. |
 Lake Austin Winner
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Lady Bliss |
 
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| Hail! You may know me as Lady Bliss. I am the City Mayor and the Spirit of the City of Bliss(CoB), a player run town on Lake Austin north of Trinsic. As the spirit of this city my true name has yet to be revealed. Very mysterious indeed :) Often you will see me in our city stocking some of the vendors that we have there. Or perhaps running through towns dropping books or runestones telling of our player run events. Friends to all, the citizens within CoB are a fine group and it is an honor to work with them all. If you are ever in need all you have to do is stop one of our citizens and they will help you as best as they can. Our mission is to bring peace and happiness to our world. |
 Lake Superior Winner
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Nervus |
 
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| Good day all, I am Nervus. Not spelled wrong, just by personal preference. I am a nerfed tamer, nerfed since those lovely people at UO made it currently impossible for me to control my Dragons. As for my attire, while everyone I ask thinks that it is the most awful thing they have ever seen, I think that it is the most original outfit this game has seen. Yes, purple does go with green by the way. And the boots and gloves are newbied too. I don't change, because I am currently so poor that I share about 300gp between all 5 chars, besides the style is what counts. |
 Napa Valley Winner
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Nehebkau |
 
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| Hello my name is Nehebkau and I am from the Napa Valley shard. My character is based off the the Egyptian snake god. He hates Ra the sun god, he likes to appear nice but truly be evil on the inside to trick his opponents. I wear ranger gloves all the time because they are a dark green, I also wear tailor bod reward dark green half apron and body sash over my light green fancy shirt and long pants. I also wear black blessed sandals on my feet. I do not want to show my face because it is sacred because I am a god and you are mere mortals. I never ride a mount because I am a snake and can get around on my own means and do not need a steed. I am a great evil mage but use being a tailor as my disguise to throw my enemies off. I am also an expert fish catcher, some could call me a water snake. |
 Pacific Winner
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Blood Bath Barbie |
 
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| As a new dawn breaks across the shores of Jhelom, a figure stands poised. Blood Bath Barbi looks out over her new home and ponders her arrival in such a place. Then she realizes, a sad and lonely gloom spreads across her face. She knows the Gods of Mattel have been angered and have Banished her to the forgotten wasteland of Felluca. She will never know the love of a child, ( or of Ken for that matter). In her rage she sets out across the plains to face her opponents in combat. She carries her name proud as one of the Barbi's that didn't make the cut..The forgotten Barbi that no child would want. Her heart filled with blackened rage and from the coldness of never knowing love, she accepts her banishment with a brazen strength and slowly leaves on her lonely journey. |
 Sonoma Winner
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Pup Barleycorn |
 
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| Pup is a simple man, a fishmonger and a cook, who hails from the village of Cove and who now lives in his humble fishing cabin on a river just west of the Shrine of Sacrifice. Pup is a poor peasant who strives not for glory or great riches but seeks out his meager living by selling those wares which he pulls from the sea. He can often be found wandering the streets of Haven where he goes to help those who are new to this realm by giving some small items or much good advice, depending on the needs of those he helps. At times he can be seen handing out GM cooked cakes and pies to hungry newbies. Many on the Sonoma Shard can tell you that Pup is not fond of the deep dark places of the world and would rather spend his time in the towns and villages engaged in conversation over a goodly pot of ale in a warm tavern or out on his ship with the wind blowing at his back. He does use his magery but mostly to ward off the foul serpents of the sea that find their way to the end of his fishing line. Pup carries in his hand a staff of wood which he leans on while walking and uses at times to ward off the pesky mongbats of Moonglow (where he keeps a humble vendor) that swarm around him like flies. He has one good suit of clothes into which he will change when going to town or to some festive event but for the most part he can be seen in his faded surcoat, his floppy hat and his weather-stained cloak. All in all Pup is a simple peasant who lives a simple life and who sees himself not as a great warrior or mage. |
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