Rohan Falls-- Discussion Thread

[Tiana, eh?]

As King Theoden begins to fail in health, orcs begin to attack Rohan, and there is little that the men of Rohan can do but watch.
But when the orcs attempt to kidnap the Lady Eowyn, they have gone too far, and the Riddermark set out to rescue her, and the other captives, all against the orders of the King, and his ill-adviser, Wormtongue, the spy for Saruman.

Will post more on this later.

Eowyn Skywalker

[Lady Vader]

This thread will be before the War of the Ring, I'm not sure of the exact time however.

But this should be the basic rundown:

Characters needed: Eowyn, Wormtongue, probably six Riders of Rohan as a rescue team, Eomer (possibly), another girl captive, one male captive, two random rangers who were tracing the orcs and join the resuce team, two Mirkwood elves, and a few orcs\Urak-hai.

It will be a bigger game, but simple enough. So, that'd be around 15-25 players...

Objective: To rescue the captives from the orcs, slay the small band, and find their origin so that they can be killed.

The game will start with: The orc's orders to kidnap the lady of Rohan. They kidnap her, and the Riders set out, against the king's wishes, to save the captives.

So we will know the game will be finished when: The captives are saved, and returned to Edoras, after the small band of orcs are slain.

The game will remain in Rohan from the beginning to the end, though it will spend some time in Mirkwood near the middle parts, when the Riders track the orcs to Dol Guldur.

The game will last: However long it takes to finish. I don't care if it takes one character a week between posts. This is a beginners game.

If you are interested in playing any of the characters, please fill out the following form, and post it on here, along with a first post to show the character's personallity.

Name:

Age:

Which character:

Personality:

Weapons:

Gender:

Basic appearence:

Aanything that makes this character stand out:

First Post:

Unlike on Barrow-downs, we allow half-elves, and all that. Please, no crossovers.

Thanks, and have fun,
-Darth Maul

[Tiana, eh?]

Thanks, fellow moderator, err, Maul, Darth Maul. I didn't know that you did the LOTR thing too... I thought that you were going to be the Star Wars Moderator, I guess. Oh well. So will you moderate this game?

Okay, here goes nothing.

Oh, and note: The first post doesn't have to be oyur chatacters first post, just a post that makes your character's personality shown, and what they are like.

Name: Hanindur, son of Serendur

Age: 32

Which character: One of the Rangers

Personality: A quiet, but dangerous man, he is one of the Dunadan, and that makes him dangerous. He is very merciful, save to the orcs. He knows that lands very well.

Weapons: He only carries his sword, for he rathers not to fight. But he is adept with the bow, if he has to be.

Gender: Male, isn't it obvious?

Basic appearence: Dark hair, dark brown eyes, he is shorter for most rangers, around 5,7. He always wears green clothing, for he was raised in a forested area, and tends to blend into the forest.

Anything that makes this character stand out: He wears only green and brown, but refuses to wear chainmail. He carries very little armor. Hanindur also wears a thick golden ring, with a strange green leaf-stone set over it.

First Post:
Hanindur sat in the forest, watching, waiting for something that would not come. A shadow was over his heart, and he knew that he would never see Denarii again, he felt it.

Once again, he set out, this time away from Gondor, and into Rohan, the land of the horse people. He knew that the Gondorians wouldn't understand his longing to be on the road again, and not fighting against the shadow that crept out of Mordor.

He was not destined to sit and wait, or take action. Only when on the road, did he find peace: in the forests, the lands where few dared to pass. When one dares to walk in sight of the Black Gate, and tread the deadly flowers of Morgul Vale, then perils, he will have.

Hanindur had heard that there was an unrest in Rohan, and he wished to learn more of this, it is was true, or not.

Anyhow, it ws something else to do, rather then fight alongside of the men of Gondor, no matter how courageous they were.

The sons of the Steward: Faramir and Boromir were brave, but Hanindur tired of remaining in Gondor. He set out, to ride to Rohan.
***

Here you go, Darth Maul.
Thanks,
Eowyn Skywalker

[Celebrian]

Name: Elentauri, daughter of Taanolen and Tirwen. Elentauri, means Elf of the Woods.

Age: 421

Which character: Mirkwood Elf

Personality: Quiet, soft spoken. Very attentive to all the that is happening. She also knows the lands well, especially in her homelands and the regions surrounding her land.

Weapons: She has a bow, crafted by her father. Her father was a craftsmen among the Mirkwood elves. The bow is lightweight and made especially for her petite size. She also carries a sword. Although she prefers not to use it, she is very adept with it.

Gender: Female. of course!

Basic appearence: Small for an elf, she is only 5ft 8, and slender. She is very graceful. She wears the typical green and brown of the Mirkwood elves. The embroidery on the tunic was made with rose gold. She wears a silver ring, made set with a small orange stone that glows fire, called the Naurgon. (Meaning Firestone). Whether or not it is a magic ring... well, elves have their secrets!!!!

Anything that makes this character stand out: Because Elentauri was small, she was used to be picked on by the older elves while she child. Because of this, she became determined to prove herself. Her father, whom she was always close friends with, helped her become very skilled at archery and swordmanship. Her small stature helps her hide out "spying" purposes.

First Post: Elentauri sat on the branch of her favorite tree. She was contemplating the things her father had told her. (OOC: and Eowyn S... it had nothing to do with Legolas!!) She told herself, that it was time, the opportune moment to prove to herself and her people, that she could help.

She jumped down gracefully and ran swiftly home. "I must go now," she said. "The time has come." Her father gave her his blessing, although he was concerned for her safety. This was her first journey from home. "I will be back as soon as I can," she said.

Her mom took off of her own finger the ring, called Naurgon. "Wear this proudly, it is a symbol of our own family. It has on it the firestone, and shall protect you when you need it most. Know that our thoughts will be with you at all moments that you are away."

Elentauri placed the ring on her finger. The tears flowed freely down her face. She embraced them each one last time, and turned and headed down the southern pass.... to Lorien.

OOC: It is ok to have magic rings, as long as it is not one of "THE" magic rings, and the rings cannot be too spectacular, as in transporting you out of middle earth, or killing enemies, etc. They have to be within the rules of this RPG.

ReMiddle-earthian Agents, as Gandalf said. "There are many magic rings in this world, Bilbo Baggins, and none of them should be used lightly."

[Eomana]

Name: Olanna, daughter of Elrond and Celebrian

Age: 400

Which character: Rivendell Elf

Personality: She is strong-willed and very protective of those she loves, also quick to respond to signs of danger

Weapons: A sword with a patterned blade and thin gold strands, a couple of daggers with inlaid jewels, gold decor and inscriptions, and a bow given to her by her father as heirlooms

Gender: Female

Basic appearance: She has long blonde hair that hangs just below her shoulders, and blue eyes, also 6"4'

[Tiana, eh?]

Okay, Eomana, you're in. But you should come up with a reason for your Rivendell elf to be in the story in the first post thing (Which is only so that you get your character straight.)

Celebrian, you are in (Though you already knew that.) Darth Maul, are you going to create a character??

You know, at this rate, we may have to create more than one charater apiece!!!

-Eowyn Skywalker (Hanindur)

[Eomana]

First Post: Olanna had been summoned to Rohan by a messenger from Edoras who had brought news that the Lady Eowyn was kidnapped by orcs. She met with the group and decided to be one of those in the rescue party.

[Tiana, eh?]

All right, that'll work with the plot, Eomana. Now, if the plot is going to work though, I'll need a lot more people playing... or else we'll have to play an awful lot of characters. I think I'll make Darth Maul play an orc... (Helpless grin)

Please tell everyone you know that RPGs, and might like this game about it!!!! Need players!!!

-Eowyn Skywalker

[Eomana]

Why not send an e-mail to everyone that you know, and invite them here to play?

[Tiana, eh?]

I HAVE... I don't know very many people... and most of them are already one this site... *Grins helplessly...* sigh.

Ah well, it doesn't matter at the moment.

-Eowyn Skywalker

[Witch_King]

Name:Roland

Age:32

Which character:Rider of Rohan

Personality:Witty,loyal,with a sense of mystery around him

Weapons:A spear and the Rohirrim Rudis(A type of sword)

Gender:Male

Basic appearence:Tall(about 6'2),Dark Hair,and a beard.He bears a cloak from Lorien

Anything that makes this character stand out:Though he is loyal and trust worthy..he bears a dark secret.
(That could make him stand out right,hehe?)

First Post:Roland heard the alarm...Orc's had kidnaped his friends.
He packed up his Rudis and his spear,when he saw his children standing outside the door.
Though he was loyal to his country,he hated to leave his children
wondering if their father was going to come home alive.

[Tiana, eh?]

You're in, Witch-King. Enjoy.

Oh, and if I can make Darth Maul post her profile, and a few other people join, we'll be able to start this, as we can fill in other characters as needed.



We've got two elves, two humans, and maybe Maul'll be Eowyn. Hmmm... and maybe I can get Luke to be an evil character. If that works out, I'd like two more Riders, and one more evil. Should be able to start then.

-Eowyn Skywalker :D8-)

[Avararda]

Name: Avararda

Age:27

Which character:Rider of Rohan

Personality:Quiet, with a sense of power.

Weapons:Darkwood bow, and a sword.

Gender:Male

Basic appearence:Slender, Fair brown hair, tan body, eyes match hair.

Aanything that makes this character stand out:Scar on left cheek. (Doesnt liked to be questioned about this....)

First Post:

[PunkyElfChick]

Name: Aerwen

Age: 19

Which character: One of the Rangers

Personality: She is very brave but gentle. She is very smart and knows Elvish. She knows all the plants and knows medicine.

Weapons: Bow and Arrow, Sword, and Dagger

Gender: Female

Basic appearence: General appearance; 5'9, 125lbs, her hair is down to her butt and sun golden blonde, her eyes are a pale gey blue, and her skin is clear. Clothes; She likes to wear a ranger outfit like Aragorn's only not a masculine.

Anything that makes this character stand out: None that I can think of.

First Post:

[Hobbit-eyes]

Name: Haldan

Age: 24

Which character: One of the Rangers

Personality: Knows what he's doing, but doesn't always tell everyone else.

Weapons: Sword, bow and arrows

Gender: Male

Basic appearence: Dark shoulder-length hair, grey eyes, quite tall, wears very dark green clothing

Aanything that makes this character stand out: Has already had experience with orcs, and has been out on adventures with Aragorn

First Post: (WARNING, this is my first try and role-playing)

Haldan quickly stooped the ground again, examining the fresh prints on the ground with a trained eye. "They picked up their pace here," he said to his partner, "They must have realized they were being followed. Come."

In an instant, the two were away again, quickly vanishing from view amongst the hills.

[Hobbit-eyes]

Darn, just realized that there are already two rangers. Never mind.

Rani, half half , also now a

[Eomer Kenobi- Gaara fan]

Name: Faroe
age : 19
which character: young ranger
personality: outgoing, courages and has great skill with the blade very sarcastic
weapons: hand and a half sword
Gender: male
Basic appearence: Platinum hair and bright blue eyes, slim. wears mostly black
anything that makes this character stand out: scar on the back of his wrist

Faroe set out into the forest with only one thing on his mind- vengence. After seing his family being murdered he had been searching for the killers responsable which had lead him to Rohan. He knew that the Roheran were not responsable but the ones attacking it were, he might have a chance of destroying them if he joined Theoden.

Faroe shrugged and then winced as he felt the sharp sting of metal against his neck, cursing to himself he turned slowly. A blonde horseman stood behind him, spear at his neck.

" What's your business here?"
Faroe smirked " I could ask you the same thing, out in the middle of the forest, all black clothes, planning on robbing someone?" Faroe gripped his dagger "I wouldn't do that."

Faroe drew his dagger and stepped to the side dodging the man's spear, he drew his sword and brought it to the man's neck. who recoiled imeadiatly.

"who are you?" Faroe hissed
"Iam Eomer, ..."
Faroe cursed under his breath "great job Faroe you just attacked the man you wanted to join." he said to himself.
he withdrew his sword
"than forgive me I planned to join you I guess I didn't do quite a good job."
Eomer grinned " no I'm impressed, few have ever caught me off guard, come, we'll ride to Ederas together, and I'll be sure to get you a position in my Uncle's army.
Faroe smiled "thanks"