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Slightly belated but this is your official post to say that Zurvan has finally ended. See here for many details but in short:

→ The living will wake where they want in NYC.
→ They will remember all as they have since the 20th.
→ The deceased will return any time during this month, that is up to the player.
→ A strange mix of Zurvan and the real world has occurred.
→ Of course, no more use of the !zurvan tag. Just remember to keep tagging posts with your character!

Any questions or comments can be brought here. Happy adjusting, godlings!

Hey dearlings!

With the end of Zurvan upon us (the 31st, 11:59 PM EST), we thought we'd announce some things related to the end as well as next month and about the game overall. This will not be cut as we want to be sure no one misses it.

So let's tackle how Zurvan will be handled once people are back in NYC first:

ZURVAN END

→ People will all have their full memories of the place. As noted before, those not revealed purposefully or just unaware of themselves will be remembered by their mortal names. This should be a lot more simple than erasing memories or causing a blur. They can also wake up in NYC wherever they please. Whether in the beds of their (former) spouses or in stranger places.

→ We also thought to offer an option of what are calling transfer. It's the player's choice to take something back from Zurvan, like Pheme returning with her uncle's dog tags or Fuujin returning with his kimonos. This applies to the children or other family as well. How this might work depends on the players and we'll try to explain this as best we can:

• Siblings and children that are taken back with the godlings could be same relations as they were in Zurvan or find themselves in the position of being close relations somehow. Keep in mind that if there is more than one player involved that all players involved should agree on this. For example: Bastet who is mother to Amina as we understand, could return to be a single mother in NYC to her daughter (whose age could be fixed to suit the NYC life) or an elder sister to a younger sister named Amina. That player would have to modify things as she sees fit.
• Pregnancies, the few that we have, can also be transferred over. Keep in mind that if there is more than one player involved that both players involved should agree on this. However, the length of the pregnancy can shirt from eight months to two months if that suits someone. For example: Pasithea, who we understand to be rather hugely pregnant right now, could return with Hypnos' child while only at three weeks along. Or she could be minutes from giving birth. That player can modify it as she sees fit.

Overall, this is to show that the Zurvan world, while cruel and disruptive, has started to tangle itself in reality. Histories are being modified in the real world and these new beings or to-be new beings are involved as if they always had been there. It's getting chaotic, if you will. No one is under any pressure to do any of this. We simply thought it would be a fun option to jumble up some lives and introduce more elements of chaos.

→ Other chaotic elements will include:

• The sudden inclusion of places and names from both Zurvans in the real world. This is up to the players and depends on the roles they had in both Zurvans. For example: Galahad, who has always had a family business and was Czar of Iriy, would be head of Iriy Corporation in NYC. Heimdall, who had been king of Glastheim, might find his practice is named after that location and so forth. Percival, who had been part of the Niflheimian army, could be part of an organization against the Iriy Corporation.

• Some characters may even find that what they had been good at in Zurvan (aka that particular skill set) has taken over whatever they were good at in NYC. For example: Polyxena was a war nurse in Zurvan and a psychiatrist in NYC. However, she now remembers more about being a nurse than a psychiatrist. Or she may remember both. She can also not be affected at all by this. In the end, just be realistic and reasonable with their skill. Don't overdo it and remember no one is flawless.

→ The dead returning will be a gradual thing. We leave it up the players to decide when they want to bring back their deceased characters this month but all deceased characters should be back by 11:59 PM EST on September 30th. They will all have their own burdens from death to deal with, depending on who they are and what happened to them.

NEXT MONTH

Now, in relation to September, we are offering all players up to five slots without needing to asking for them. Everyone gets them regardless of how many characters you have. No hassle, no fuss, just go for it. Please remember, however, that we still expect applications to be held up to our usual standard.

This gorgeous guideline should be considered if find yourself unsure of what we mean. In short, though, we expect characters presented to us to have reasonable weaknesses that are not redeemed or can be brushed off. The personality should be well-balanced without being a mess or lack flow for sake of comprehension. We like to see characters be able to connect with their myths and be well-woven to reflect a reincarnate that could be a modern-day version of that myth character in a sense. The biggest thing is that we are a myth game and should never be mistaken for an OC game.

ABOUT THE GAME

Lastly, pleased be assured that we have NOT set an ending date yet. The December suggestion was strictly that - a suggestion. This especially if people feel that they still have much they can do in this game and wish to explore more characters. As you all know we aim to give you all the best we can and nothing will ever be set in stone unless we see a reason to do so or everyone feels satisfied.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please offer them at the mod thread in this post! We definitely want to make this ending experience different and give people something to deal with once they are back in NYC. Also, please feel free to use this post as a plot post for all that has been discussed above!

SOOOO!

Here's the thing. :| Early in the morning tomorrow, Rosier's going to drug the water of all the soldiers because it's his birthday and you fuckers are annoying...so you can be fucking drugged on his birthday...:| Everyone feel free to react! Have characters see soldiers not really with it. Here is some info on Opium. Here, too...but...yes. Niflheim and Iriy..should be pretty friggin' out of it...:| in terms of their soldiers...and Rosier doesn't care if that pisses anyone off.

Gabi will just be over here...being adorbs. YOU KNOW HOW IT GOES!

AWAKE IN ZURVAN II

As of this moment, characters will begin to remember themselves. For some, it may take a full day or two (maximum being three!). Others it might be more instantly, within minutes. It's now up to them how they want to handle the crazy as well as wonder why this happened when Khaos isn't even around. To deal with the strange relationships and the power they hold - or do not hold.

Remember, whatever state they would have remembered themselves in NYC they will remember themselves now. That means this:

→ Euterpe was aware of true self in NYC as were others around her and that is how she will remember her identity in Zurvan. People around her will comfortably call her Euterpe still. Uncomplicated and very straight-forward.
→ Demeter was not aware of true self in NYC and she would not remember her identity in Zurvan but think of herself as 'Brie' still. People in Zurvan will remember her as Brie when it comes to all events that have happened in this false world. As if calling her Demeter did not happen. Call it a 'memory edit'.
→ Asmodeus was aware of his true self but hadn't revealed this to anyone. While he will remember himself in Zurvan, people around him will only recall him as they know him (Tarek).

This is the major thing: any recall will be as your character knows someone. (Sigyn as Aubrey, Naamah as Chiara, Famine as Famine, Pheme as Pheme, etc). If that doesn't make sense, please feel free to ask. Any questions can be aimed at mod thread here.

Use this post as a plot post. ♥ Create your own threads and comment around.

There may be a couple of moments here and there where I might just slink off because of my head but I am back now. ♥ So, considering the mod posts that have been fluttering around while I was away, lemme jump on how to tackle whatever comes to mind that needs to happen or be plotted out before the GREAT REVEAL~

→ Troilus will die this week before he recalls himself. Iriy and Niflheim, please poke me about upcoming battles or if I can just do this whenever I want. If any Niflheimian soldier wants to do it, tell me.
→ Death's twin should have already left his position sometime last week and has returned to Iriy in a very ill way. Probably will die before the month is out.
→ Death is aware how knocked up she is, must be handled somehow. Angie, PLEASE SEE THIS SOMEHOW, MOST MAGICALLY, ETC.
→ Persephone and Rosier have stuff to do soon. They are fierce~ (this is being plotted out)
→ Menelaus and Demeter have to...IDK, KAITLIN, ANGIE, JILL, HALP.
→ Thanatos is counting down the days when his cousin will be his son-in-law. I'm sure he's been eyeballing EVERYONE, just because.
→ Ryujin still isn't talking about Sigyn if he can help it though not denying her existence or that of Heimdall's. He personally has no interest in dealing with her betrayal as she's gone now. Definitely molesting Fuujins and finding a replacement for his Admiral. As far as he is concerned, life is back to whatever normal can be now.
→ Theseus has probably been veeeery doting to his family while waiting for news about his wife. X(
→ Somewhat randomly, Jubokko has a mild fever much to his horror. It's awful. Hyacinth would know and he would have told his sister, mostly to guilt her.
→ Lilith is still in Camelot, I think. JIC.

→ As Camelot knows about what Niflheim is doing and Samyaza and Pheme are printing stuff, news probably has leaked about the order by Daphne. So on part of my Niflheimians who are at war:
  ¤ Freyja knows this is part of war but she disagrees with the involvement of innocents. For the time, she is treating soldiers wounded by Iriyians but she would probably make any Niflheimian soldier she knows that killed an innocent suffer discreetly.
  ¤ Elaine is shocked and stressed. :| She's not written to anyone about this outside of Morgan and their regal cousin. She doesn't know what to say to Agravaine just yet and is trying to keep news of it from her children. Probably has been questioned or even sneered at by non-military individuals (though as more than likely swung her purse at them and called them all 'ignorant ninnies').
  ¤ Morgause says they were in the way but Niflheim must go forth. FTR, if and when she hears/heard about her niece get thrown over, Galahad and Medb would have heard or will hear from her.
  ¤ Jubokko does not care as he knows his sister is safe in the capital.
  ¤ Cù Sìth is injured and imprisoned in Niflheim but is totally thinking of his sister and niece-creature. And proud of himself. I don't know if anyone would tell him about the Camelot articles, though.

Updates will happen when needed. I'm totally available for any logging, minis, etc. Since there will be a plot post for the stuff during/after this coming weekend, I'll save that for then. ♥

Hey kittycats. ♥ Just dropping in to make a little announcement: because I'd rather move forward rather than backward so I can write about Heimdall, Igraine made a public announcement to all Camelotians on the 4th. It was probably long and terribly diplomatic. She spoke about the following:

→ Camelot's stance in the war (we are neutral and play no part)
→ How the borders have been invaded (no mention of violence, however)
→ That Niflheim would seek to harm anyone they came across, but that Iriy is also at fault, and so all towns close to the border are to be evacuated to cities closer to the capital
→ That a Niflhemian soldier risked his life to protect Camelot
→ That Camelot will not allow people to walk all over them, and will defend itself

etc etc. Basically, don't fuck with us. We are strong, we will not be trampled on.

Presumably Camelotian soldiers have been sent out to the border by now? I LOOKED AT THE TIMELINE. Shi, if you'd like, so we don't have to stretch out a log that won't get finished for another few days, we can discuss what they spoke about here? More or less her stance was: we can't allow help from another region, we are our own power and we'll protect ourselves.

Jill, plot to overthrow the queen, yes?

Hey guys!

We have been thinking some things over since our last two mod posts and have decided that due to the disruptions of August, we will break open everyone's memories of their true selves on the 19th, 11:59 PM EST. Whatever state your character knew themselves in NYC they will remember now. There will be a plot post for this as well.

Zurvan is still set to end at the end of the month and there will be an end post for that about the consequences and so forth. Any current game plots are more than free to be continue or push forward as you see fit.

This post will have screened comments in case many of you feel this isn't the way you want things to go just yet. We will definitely hear you all out on this and we encourage you to please work with us to see this unfortunate pause through.

Your mod team. ♥

This is our third update post for Zurvan. We apologize for the delay and hope this helps anyone needing a quick update on things.

This has been happening since the last post on July 17th:

→ A body mutilated by Death and Famine was found on the 17th of July. It was the body of a Ryugunese woman, suspected to be Sigyn. Though this was quickly proven wrong, the body was still to be brought back to Ryugu-jo by Morpheus.
→ Morpheus, on his way to get the body, stops by to see Merlin who had been injured by a mysterious assailant (Jubokko). They are somewhat caught by Pheme, who is swift in spreading the rumors.
→ Merlin makes an announcement that put Igraine in his place.
→ Mordred took a trip to Iriy for pleasure reasons though this will later turn into true diplomatic reasons.
→ Fighting in Babylon between Niflheim and Iriy spill into Camelot when Niflheim invades first on the 20th and Iriy is forced to follow on the 21st.
→ Marshal Daphne issues an order of indiscriminate killing of Camelotians on the 25th if they spot Niflheimian soldiers. This does not settle with Cù Sìth who disobeys on the 29th and is brought in the next day to be punished and shipped back to Niflheim. The family he saved, however, carried with them a letter from him to be given to his family as well as the government. Pheme makes an important post on the 31st followed by a vital post by Mordred in reaction to a post by Samyaza.
→ In the meantime, the Sultan of Babylon is murdered on the 31st, pushing Anubis into the Sultan's place.
→ Hearing of what the Iriyian troops have done with invading Camelot, Lilith is sent to Camelot to sort matters, arriving the 1st of August. The conclusion of this is to be sorted.
→ Lastly, Sigyn and Heimdall have been tried and executed. This has been confirmed by the parties available and occurred early this week.
→ Shi would like to note that "Ryujin will have made it clear to all Ryugunese that this story will be told in truth, not in a romantic way. That it will be told this tale to serve as a warning, in particular to the royal household so they know that they cannot act selfishly and were born to serve the people, not themselves. That is the price of nobility, he would say. For the people, death is not the punishment for a relationship with a foreigner but it's, as before, strictly frowned upon and unfavourable because it appears to weaken the bloodlines. He will also continue to not use Sigyn or Heimdall's names but, for the purpose of the warning to carry forward, will not forbid the use of those names. The remains of Heimdall will be returned to Camelot in a simple but appropriate wooden box. There would be marks on him to show that he had been restrained (around his wrists and ankles) and then killed with a single, clean slice through his neck. Sigyn will be left at the bottom of the lake she was drowned in. It was not an open execution for the public but reporters from reputable papers would have been allowed to witness and write about it. High ranks, the emperor and his family (plus concubine) would have been there."
→ The funeral for the Sultan was had. Anubis wrote to the other regions about the change in leadership, with warnings to Iriy and Niflheim about their soldiers. Ryujin and Anubis will have exchanged messages about where they still stand.

We think we have covered everything that has been put into action and decided on but please notify us if we missed a major plot matter! Anything to do with regions' problems should be listed here for people to follow along and understand. If you have any doubts on what your character would or would not know, feel free to ask. As always, neutrals are welcome to come and aggravate situations wherever they want. Please also think of these posts as plot posts if that helps. If you have something you want to do and want others to participate, comment!

Thank you for your patience and we apologize again for the immense slow. We aim to pull ourselves out ASAP and welcome suggestions as always. You may them here or in our modbox. ♥

Hey lovelies.

We know that the game has come to a sudden halt due to personal matters as well as vacations. Your mods have been struggling with both those matters as well. We also know that many of you have been uneasy with how this Zurvan was handled and for that we apologize. We are hoping when it comes to NYC, that things will resume to their normal level. We acknowledge that the past couple of months did not go as planned but hope that the continuation of the normal game plot as well as any effects from Zurvan will help in what is to come.

July and August will not be held against anyone when it comes to reserves and slots in September. As stated before, no AC is expected for this month. If you are around, please continue as much as you can with plot and so forth, especially when people return. We will try to get an update post up soon.

Last but not least, as you all know mythopoeics is a game with an overarching plot. We mods have been discussing this and have been considering December 2012 as the ending date for the game. This is to tie in with the whole 2012 themes and to go out with a nice bang. Although this isn't set, we wanted to let you guys know this in advance so things can be tied up nicely with the final plot. Though this will be the end for mythopoeics, we will likely be opening up a second musebox to serve as a freeplay sandbox if you have any desire to play out events post the closure of the game.

As usual if you have any questions or comments please feel free to leave them in the mod box/email.

Always yours,
The Mytho Mods

Because I've been...not doing what I'm supposed to do.

1. There was a funeral for the Sultan. Feel free to decide if your character came and what might have happened with them. Anubis didn't keep the people from coming because the Sultan was their leader and even if he didn't really want to deal with all those people, he didn't want to deprive them of it.

2. Anubis would have written to the leaders of the other regions about the change in leadership. In terms of Camelot, feel free to know about this Merlin and Igraine. I'm jello with this. He'd have probably talked with Iriy and Niflheim, making a point to reinforce the fact that their soldiers were not to break into Babylon. Of course, that would have been not listened to. Not really surprising, no? Set would have been given the go ahead to kill anyone that broke that rule. I think he had that go ahead before, but Anubis would have kept with it.

3. The NPC that killed the Sultan was questioned (and probably tortured) until she spoke. She was found guilty for the crime of killing the Sultan. Anubis is...probably deciding on her punishment. Val and Cara, if Osiris or Set have any input for this, feel free to give it.

4. The talks with Tecc. Have those happened? Should we assume that shit's been thrown to the wind and all talks are fucked or...do you guys want to put up a log about that. PLEASE RESPOND!

If I think of anything else, I will add to it. If YOU GUYS think of anything else, please comment with it below.

IMPORTANT POSTS TO KEEP IN MIND:

OOC post
Cù Sìth's mini
Pheme's post

That noted, we should probably plot how this stuff (articles, IC discussions and handling) will go down since time is an issue with this particular matter (in relation to the articles Samyaza wants done). A lot is going on but let's try to stay on top of it and tackle details best we can. All characters who have something to do with this should respond here, please.

Sleeping shortly but I figured this plot post was needed. And just to push things along, I'll be quick about giving a summary of Lilith's intentions. Nothing is in stone, I'm just hoping to save some time by laying out the intent.

Lilith left Iriy early on the 31st of July, will enter the capital of Camelot by the 1st of August. She will expect to see the queen pretty damn quickly about the Iriyian issues. Considering the woman is now a NPC, this is an area to be discussed.

But no matter who she meets, she will not be in a pleasant mood for games or otherwise. She will press that Iriyians do NOT want to be in Camelot, they have no interest in Camelot and that she is all for the exit of their troops out but that would not make an ounce of difference if they left considering the powerful Niflheimians that will still be in Camelot.

As noted in the post linked, Lilith would want a joint effect to remove the Niflheimian threat. It's not as if Camelot can do it alone, she would say, as Niflheim are advanced. But Camelotians know their land best and the Iriyians want out of Camelot but do not want to leave the murderous Niflheimians to involve Camelot more. Joining forces is advantageous and nothing else.

Depending on when the news of what Niflheim is doing is spread, she will even use that as an example as to why Camelot should, for their own good, help Iriy push Niflheim back (and later be punished for their war crimes). But as of right now, only the Niflheimian army, Cù Sìth and his family plus the Camelotian government know about those details.

OK, GO GO PLOTTING AND LET US SORT THIS MATTER.

Alright, kiddos. I know. I know...OOC post eleventy million! It's all to keep you informed!

In the next week, an NPC Babylonian who is fed up with the way that things are going is going to sneak into the palace disguised as a servant. Unfortunately for our dear NPC!Sultan, he's going to get pushed out a window and fall to his death. Anubis, as the prince, will be asked to step up and take on leadership of Babylon. From there, he will contact those in power as a sort of "Hello, I'm the new Sultan and blah blah blah."

He'll be checking in on things and probably make things a lot tighter around the palace because...he can't have all this nonsense of getting thrown out windows. ANYWAY...The NPC will get caught and brought in for proper punishment and well, admittedly, they will probably be killed. It's kind of what happens when you kill the Sultan. :| No mercy and all that.

I'm toying with the idea of underground tunnels/hideouts being built/already being...real. Somewhere where a few people who want to gtfo and not die can go and hide...but also for the soldiers to use for sneaking and...shooting bitches...from underground. ANYWAY. This could be my insanity talking...but...yes.

Niflheim soldiers, do you remember this?

Cù Sìth is going to get involved in something that is going to not go well for him. Disapproving of this 'kill ANYONE that saw you' order, he will come across a young Camelotian pregnant mother and immediately be conflicted. Rather than follow his Marshal's command, he will guide the woman and her child to a safe point to escape from the army's invasion and intentions.

And someone will see this. They will tell Daphne and Cù Sìth will suffer appropriate consequences (a thrashing and being sent back to Niflheim to await a military trial). However, Niflheim will have this brutal plan revealed as Cù Sìth isn't stupid enough to just bury himself. He will have given the young mother the name of his sister as well as the order given by Marshal Daphne to be reported. His people are Camelotians and though he has been loyal to adopted region of Niflheim up until now, he doesn't want senseless violence against his people.

Naturally, his intentions are to get this news in the open AKA the press. Pheme, bb, you've got a major story ahead of you. He'll be sending her a letting via that young mum explaining the order, who gave it, to get away from the borders and what he's done. It may not save him at all (in fact, it likely won't) but he still plans on shouting clear and loud about what's going on.

So if someone wants to be that person who saw him and told Daphne, go ahead and say something here! Otherwise, it will be a NPC. And if anyone else wants to be involved, also squeak! Let's plot out stuff here. These are some tentative dates (please say something if they don't work for you in some way!):

→ The allowed release of the mother will happen this Sunday (a mini will occur).
→ The exposing of what Cù Sìth did will happen Monday.
→ The young mum will reach Camelot's capital by Tuesday.

This will be listed on the main event post here as well.

♥♥

YO \o\ a few of us people with positions have sat down and made a sort of timeline covering the weeks of Zurvan. THIS IS JUST A POSSIBLE OUTLINE, nothing needs to go down that people disapprove of, and new stuff can be put on. lkasdjka basically, we wanted to give you guys something of an outline - but it's totally flexible to whatever people want/do not want.

So please comment below with yay/nay/ideas or whatever. :3c

-Struck out stuff has happened/logged about/posted/mini-logged.
-Events can be added, and links to specific plot posts too! It doesn't need to be a major plot either, anything plotty can be tossed up here so everyone knows what is going down big wise and smaller wise.
-Events can also be shifted depending on people's wants/needs/stuff.

( click the magical cut! )

Childrens, war has begunnnn -- almost. As several characters have declared, Iriy and Niflheim will be fighting on Babylonian soil as agreed, on an uninhabited route. Babylonian soldiers have been stationed along it to ensure nothing goes out of hand. Not sure if they have left or are still stationed in the warzone -- pls confirm Cara? D:

The facts are as follows:

→ Niflheimian troops left on the 20th and arrived in Babylon before Iriy
→ Iriyian troops left on the 21st
→ War has not actually begun yet! But both armies have set up in trenches, readied their med bays, set up their artillery and tanks and cannons and whatnot.
→ Camelot, you're going to be seeing some soldiers here and there. Soldiers in neutral territory? Oh my~
→ Galahad and Medb remain in their respective regions. High ranks, I'm gonna post up a thread so you can inform the rest of us who of you is going or staying! I'll be posting another thread for soldiers/army personnel who will be among the troops. Please feel free to list where they are stationed, be it front lines, reserves, etc.

So the issue is as follows: realistically, the war will not be able to be contained. Iriy has plans to draw Niflheim back and attack until they cut off their supply line. The war will spread and possibly cross over into Camelotian territory as each army tries to cut the other off.

If any of you guys have suggestions for the flow of the battles, please suggest something! The war will probably last for a good while, so anything should be kosher. ♥

CAMELOT and BABYLON \o/ Stealing Angie's plot post things hurhurhur

BABIES, shenanigans going down this weekend, so here is a plot post for that to keep everything organized, please have your characters spam- troll - ect as required IC. \o/ Corrections and additions to the plot, spamming and all is welcome. :3c

UPDATED

♘ Muse family- 1. I know Thalia is staying behind to look for Syrinx but are you all trolling in Camelot this weekend? Euterpe, Apollo please confirm! :3c

♘♘Thalia is staying behind to look for Syrinx. Apollo, Euterpe and Reed are going to be in Camelot. Euterpe is going to come see bashed!Merlin.

♘ Regarding Syrinx gone missing, people would have begun noticing more by now, Nephy and Anubis know of Syrinx's ~thingy~ with Osiris. So Osiris is meant to find out she's missing soon as well. Val, yes? :3

♘♘ Nephy made a post here for people!

♘ Reactions/speculations and stuff are all welcome now as to where Syrinx might be. So have at it as you want guys! ♥

♘ Anubis is wondering what is going on in Babylon.

♘ Pan and Echo are Babyloning it up soon (dates pending on what works for you Angie!) so we can get that plot set up soon.

♘♘ Pan and Echo are going to be in Babylon soon, stay tunned for plot regarding them, and missing nymphs and trololol.

♘ Now Camelot! Merlin has announced publicly that Igraine will be acting in his stead. He has claimed someone has tried to kill him- an assassination, even if this is not true! There are no clues incriminating Jubba Jubba or anything like that (unless you'd like there to be Shi!) There are def no clues incriminating Jubba Jubba! but mostly this assassination claim is to tense things up in Camelot and stir trouble. Samyaza and Pheme are welcome to stir up speculations and newspapers and all.

♘♘ Igraine is now the de-facto chancellor for Camelot.

♘♘On this same note, Morpheus will also be making an appearance, presumably after he goes to Iriy to identify a body- so on the way back? ZERO LET ME KNOW. Morpheus should be currently in Camelot! Pheme all the rumors are yours~

♘♘ Mordred is going to travel to Iriy on a 'diplomatic mission' to chillax with Galahad. Niflheim and others are free to speculate if this means Camelot has something planned. :3

♘♘♘ Fighting is going to start in the border between Babylon/Camelot since that is where Set designated the Iriy/Nifl fighting to take place. HOWEVER, it is likely to end up spilling all over the place.

ALSO, neutrals CAN speculate about all of the above, have opinions, make posts, etc. Any changes/additions, comment below and this post shall be edited!

Danke!

Babies~ Jill and I have a couple of plots to run by you guys for the sake of dramarz, because emails get lost and people don't like spam so~ HERE, HAVE AT.

✗ We've decided that, Pasithea's baby? Is not actually Pollux's. Baby is in fact Hypnos'! They would have had a brief fling months ago, resulting in the bebbeh, but Hypnos is still unaware that it's his. Would one of his siblings like to have been confided in by Pasithea about it, and have that secret to keep away from Hypnos for the sake of her marriage?

✗ Then~ Hyacinth is coming to Camelot on the weekend. He will meet with Raven and Hebe. Things will be talked about. Eventually, possibly around Monday or so, they're going to decide to run away to Niflheim to stay with Hyacinth. SORRY MOM AND DAD. .. she's taking the cat, too. :| Basically, this is a warning that Demeter and Menelaus will have to react to NO BB GIRL sometime very soon. She'll leave a letter of apology of course.

✗ Whenever Echo decides it, Pan is going to take her to Babylon so she can see Anubis. Which is all well and good for her, but he's the one who took Syrinx SO. I give permission for Euterpe to recognize him and point him out to her family, if Apollo would like to get involved? idk what sort of things he'd really do to Pan, but seeing as he was seen with Syrinx, someone can have the chance to question him. SO APOLLO. DO YOU WANT A PAN?

The endddd. ♥

ATTENTION BABYLONIANS. As of the morning of the 17th, an article in the local newspapers detailed the finding of the body of a horribly disfigured woman, but there were no actual details about her injuries (which are extensive, let me tell you). She was found somewhere along the border of Babylon and Iriy. Her identity remains unknown.

Feel free to react to this! As a side note, Naamah will be spreading some rumors in the market, the bars, etc. saying that it's the body of Sigyn. It isn't actually, obviously, but who needs to know that? News will probably reach Ryugu-Jo in some days, though if any officials pick up on the rumors, pls go ahead and spill the beans.

That is all~

PLOT POST

This is as mandatory as the HMD (which means it's not). This is just to discuss and flesh out your characters or any plot plans you have. Maybe to get some help with those difficult characters that need to get involved more.

( Here are some things to keep in mind: )

Have fun! ♥

This is our second update post for Zurvan. We know that some plots are still being handled and some are in the process of being discussed so this is more of a what's happened and happening post. We apologize for the delay on this as we wanted to let the peace talk matters get sorted.

This has been happening since the last post on June 23rd:

→ Discontentment was everywhere, from Babylon worrying about what Iriy and Niflheim would do to Ryugu-jo's problems with their runaways to Camelot worrying about what to do about the peace in the world.
→ Gwynevere comes to a decision and contacts Ryujin. The two arrive a peaceful agreement, one that results in the handing of Heimdall to be handled in Ryugu-jo.
→ Morpheus is allowed to stay in Camelot to handle the search operations.
→ Osiris is still in Niflheim.
→ After rumours of a sighting, Ryujin contacts the Babylonian Sultan to gain his permission to enter his country. They arrive an agreement as well, limiting the number of Ryugunese men as well as aid from the Babylonians themselves.
→ Hades is sent to Babylon to handle the search.
→ Heimdall and Sigyn take on disguises.
→ A post by the Ryugunese Emperor for all the public to see, made up of explanation and warnings.
→ The plan for holding peace talks is set into motion.
→ A royal kimono falls into the hands of the Babylonian ambassador's sister.
→ Pheme hears of scandalous news involving a sighting of Heimdall in Camelot and immediately tells Merlin and Samyaza. It hits the papers the very next day.
→ News of this reaches the Emperor's ears just as he is getting ready to leave. He reaches out to both the Queen and his Admiral to handle the situation. Things are calmed and Hades remains in Babylon.
→ Peace talks go forth.
→ By the end of the peace talks, it seems Iriy and Niflheim will go ahead with the war.

We think we have covered everything but please notify us if we missed a major plot matter! Anything to do with regions' problems should be listed here for people to follow along and understand. If you have any doubts on what your character would or would not know, feel free to ask.

As always, neutrals are welcome to come and aggravate situations wherever they want. Please also think of these posts as plot posts if that helps. If you have something you want to do and want others to participate, comment!

We also want to touch on proxy situations for the players who will be absent or very busy next month:

BABYLON:
At the peace talks, Horus gives Osiris full reign.
All administrative decisions, he gives Set full reign.
CAMELOT:
At the peace talks, Gwynevere gives Tecciztecatl full reign.
All other administrative decisions, she gives Merlin full reign.
NIFLHEIM:
All administrative decisions, Medb gives Tenjin full reign.
IRIY:
With military decisions Hera might not be around for, she gives Athena full reign.
RYUGU-JO:
With military decisions Hades might not be around for, he gives Hippolytus full reign.

If any character mentioned above might have a problem for that position, just please say so and we'll work it out! We thank you greatly for your patience. See you next post!

PEACE TALK OUTCOMES

We know a few of you have been very busy, that is why we hope this post will speed things up and get everyone on the same page. Region leaders, neutrals, everyone. What was the outcome of the peace talks? What did they walk away with, what are they planning now?

We will edit this to put the main points as they are discussed below. ♥

Have at it please.

Self-explanatory--your characters can sign up under the appropriate threads to express their interest in joining the organizing committee (Camelot) or the regional delegation (everywhere else, if the respective region leaders are cool with taking on volunteers). Responses/confirmations/etc should be handled by the region leader or whoever the region leader has delegated to man the delegation/committee.

For your reference--
Babylon Horus has tasked Osiris with leading a delegation. Isis is free to accompany? He is chill with volunteers if Osiris is.
Camelot Gwynevere has tasked Tecciztecatl with overseeing and organizing the event. She is chill with volunteers if Tecc is.
Iriy I thiiink Galahad and Athena are leading their region's delegation while Hera mans the fort?
Niflheim I thiiiink Medb is coming to lead her own delegation?
Ryugu-jo Ryujin is leading his delegation!

Dignitaries of rank will be housed at Camelot's castle, and others at Barachiel's. Kindly leave your armies at the door, though security retinues will not be turned away.

Another post will be going up soon with delegation lists (once finalized) + accommodations information!

Ok, folks, I figure this is needed since we might be not QUITE sure where we are at with some stuff. So this post will serve for two possible plots:

→ CAMELOT SCANDAL
So Pheme discovered something fabulous to print and Samyaza was all 'LET'S DO IT' in hopes of getting this printed on the fifth of July. But, of course, it would be under a false name to definitely protect Pheme. The point of this post is to discuss what the article said (Jill, if you actually want to scribble up the article or just summarize it here, go for it!) and this will help with reactions on journals and stuff.

→ BABYLONIAN OPIUM FAMILY
Although it will initially have to do with the four siblings, it doesn't hurt to keep the plotting in public. Right now, Persephone and Rosier had been plotting against someone they dislike but this doesn't have to be THE plot they run with. Let's air some ideas and all?

I'm going to be sleeping in a bit because I am exhaaaausted but hopefully this will help with organization with some stuff. Please remember this post as well as any IC posts that push the plot, guys! ♥

July 2

Region rulers, please assume that you received invitations by this time! Basically the invitation talked about hosting a peace summit in neutral Camelotian territory, etc, and asked that region leaders consider attending or sending delegations.

July 2 - 9

Time for region leaders to be figure out whether they'll be attending or not, sending delegations or not, who will comprise their delegations, etc. I'll throw up an OOC sign-ups post shortly.

July 10 - 15

Peace talks proper. This will be accompanied OOCly by a discussion post where regions can put up their stands and players can tangent off into open forums, followed by a conclusions post where I can throw up the results of said discussion. (ergo, statements like "Iriy and Niflheim still want to go to war" or "Iriy and Niflheim have decided on peaceful arrangements"; "Ryugu-jo has chosen to get involved on Niflheim's side"; "Camelot does this and that"; "Babylon chose not to attend", etc)

Okay, please comment here for any questions and such! Things are subject to change if we need to delay, etc.

PLOT SUMMARY

In light of recent events and the looming threat of all-out warfare, Camelot hopes to maintain its position as the upholders of peace and order by inviting regional delegations to a set of peace talks. These will likely be hosted near the Camelotian border. Armistice will be guaranteed while in the area, though security will be high to protect all the dignitaries and delegates who will participate.

DELEGATED OVERSEERS; Gwynevere would like to assign Tecciztecatl, as he is the ambassador, as well as Igraine to assist, if she would be amenable.
INVOLVED PARTIES; Babylon, Camelot, Iriy, Niflheim, Ryugu-jo
ISSUES; (pressing issues in bold)

Would Iriy and Niflheim be amenable to talking things through?

Would Ryugu-jo and Babylon like to cooperate in maintaining the peace?

Would neutrals like to sign up for an organizing committee, etc?

Would neutrals like to aggravate the situation?

Would neutrals like to join regional delegations?

When will the peace talks be held?

How long will the peace talks last?

What is the foreseeable outcome?

I've set up threads per region to keep things nice and organized, please comment under the appropriate thread! Feel free to comment with whatever reactions your characters might have to the whole affair.

Hey lovelies!

As you all know Zurvan is a time of proactive and plotting among yourselves, this is why we'd like you all to use the OOC for plots that are not one-on-one. This is for everyone's benefit so people can react, jump in, or what not. We've already nudged the rulers about this but think it might help to poke all of you as well! ♥ Of course you don't have to if you prefer not to but certainly for bigger plots it would be great and we'd really appreciate it!

We would also like to happily announce that all slots have been filled! However we do also encourage that positions are not for life. If you'd like your character knocked off a peg or what not, you're more than welcome to do so and even make a post about it here. Thanks, guys ♥!

SUP GUYS! Here we are with some plotty stuff, as you all know Heimdall and Sigyn ran off, and Ryujin has Hades and other people on the matter- and I believe so does Camelot (please confirm yay/nay ♥ ) but! This all aside, we've come up with a list of date where false sightings of the couple will happen.

It'd be awesome if you guys had neutrals/whoever jump in and comment on it - or even be the ones who reported the happenings to the authorities or whatever. Go wild, seriously, plot away! :3

The dates and scenarios are as follows:

28 June- Border between Niflheim and Babylon, a kimono that appears to be from the royal family is being sold in a market there. [TAKEN BY OUR LOVE SHI WITH PERSE~]

4 July - An old coworker of Heimdall who has been instructed to watch for his return, raises a false alarm in Camelot. [TAKEN BY OUR LOVELY JILL WITH PHEME~]

7 July - Far end of Babylon near the border with Iriy, the body of an unknown Ryugunese woman is recovered (courtesy of Tez) and mistakenly IDed as Sigyn.

13 July- Inner Babylon- another eloped couple is mistakenly IDs as them.

SO, tomorrow, who wants to purchase a rare Ryugunese royal kimono? :D!

ALSO, Ryujin WILL be putting up an official announcement so neutrals are all in the know of what is going on as soon as details are worked out. For the sighting tomorrow it will NOT be linked to Sigyn/Heimdall directly- it is more of a 'oh gosh what is this rare kimono being sold here, weren't there some rumors with something weird in ryugu-jo?' vague stuff!

[edit] ALSO so I don't spam more, two things- Polyxena has been rebooted, though obviously that won't be a big deal until post-Zurvan. Her new info is in the app masterlist though!

AND for Zurvan, Pyri is Thanatos' cousin and currently courting Hel. ♥ JUST SO PEOPLE KNOW. I'll get to posting with him soon.

This is our first update post for Zurvan. We know that some plots are still being handled and some are in the process of being discussed so this is more of a what's happened and happening post. Anything to come is not noted until full decisions are made.

→ We have Sigyn and Heimdall who are on the run from Ryugu-jo's wrath. They first went to Camelot where they were aided by Demeter, without her husband's knowledge. Public knowledge of their identities is speculated on but not known for sure. The officials involved or informed are the only ones who really know.
→ Ryujin sends Morpheus to Camelot to figure out just how Camelot will be supportive in this time. He also has Hades looking for the two.
→ Morpheus meets with Merlin a couple of times and is currently in talks with Gwynevere.
→ The results of his talks with Merlin have been handed over to Ryujin.
→ Just before this, Iriy and Niflheim are at a breaking point. War is approaching between them after the broken treaty but, again, nothing official has been thrown out. War should not be presumed but the the general busy nature of things can be commented on. Marshals and rulers must handle the announcements for war.
→ Lilith spotted the the couple in a pre-game moment, and informed Galahad and the other Iriyian officials. She was brought home before Galahad approached Ryujin.
→ Galahad approaches Ryujin for an alliance. Precious minerals, land and oil is offered. Ryujin brings this to his people and then approaches Niflheim to see if they are interested in an alliance. His final decision is unknown.
→ Ryujin is also waiting to hear from Camelot's queen before any official announcements about the runaway princess are made as well as decisions regarding Niflheim and Iriy.
→ With Babylon, of course, concerned about the two regions on either side of it and want to move across it, they are working on a plan to deal with the situation. Meanwhile, Osiris was sent to Niflheim where he has recently encountered the cousin of three rulers of Zurvan.

We think we have covered everything but please notify us if we missed a major plot matter! Anything to do with regions' problems should be listed here for people to follow along and understand. If you have any doubts on what your character would or would not know, feel free to ask.

Also, neutrals are welcome to come and aggravate situations wherever they want. Please also think of these posts as plot posts if that helps. If you have something you want to do and want others to participate, comment!

We thank you greatly for your patience. See you next post!

We apologize deeply for being behind on announcing this but our map is ready for viewing and we hope this helps! Thanks to Joana for taking the time to construct it. ♥

Yes, it is very similar to our previous map which is a hint that, while the times have clearly changed, it is still that mysterious place that exists to fool with the characters.

Questions, comments and more can be placed here. We'll have another Zurvan post again later this week as well.

Hello!

We are trying to keep things neat and tidy, and in order to do that we are going to be tossing up a weekly/bi-weekly post detailing two things:

1)What is going on behind the scenes.
2)What the neutrals would know.

Now, those in power are welcome to spread rumors/spill the beans,especially in order to get neutrals involved and what not. However, if you do so please note it down here so we can adjust next week's post accordingly in order for everyone to be on the same page. ♥

Region leaders, we know that you will be in charge of posting plot posts for the major war events. These are not going to be set in stone, and we encourage neutrals to get involved in these to push the plot/do their own personal plot within it.

Outside of these plot posts pertaining to war things, neutrals are welcome to aggravate the situation between the countries by doing certain things. However, again, do comment on these posts or make sure people are aware OOC so there can be lots of reactions! We want everyone involved and will do everything we can do, the rest is up to you guys. We trust you, now go forth and start a war. ♥

Some of you have asked, so for clarification: Zurvan days/times work just like on Earth, and yes they have the same months/weekday names we do.

On a bit of a side note, we apologize for application delays, as we've been busy setting up Zurvan. Applications and reserves are closed for now until September (except of course the ones already placed in). While we initially considered leaving them open, we feel that any new characters would find it difficult to weave into the setting and plots going on, and last thing we want is to feel anyone left out.

Thank you ♥

As we get further into things, we thought we would introduce some facts and details about the regions. Don't worry about this too much as we already have informed you of how each regions is influence by a place in our world. This is mostly for fun and some things have been mashed up a little just because we want to add in our own flavor.

We'll expand this more when we wriggle around and see what other fun things we can add in. Feel free to toss in region-appropriate suggestions or even inquiries! We know we didn't quite get everything we would have liked. Remember, no one has to perfectly fit a mold or an idea, but each region does have its own ways, beliefs and so forth.

( some facts about the regions )

Once more, Zurvan begins now.

Even if we just opened up app add-ons to be thrown in, don't hesitate to play with your Zurvan-version characters. Add-ons are mainly for new players or for reference and not having them turned in should not be an issue or even hinder.

We also would like to ask that you tag all IC posts (logs and main comm) and all OOC posts related to Zurvan with the tag !zurvan. This will keep things tidy for when things shake up again in the future. If you would also like to link here a list of your characters and their Zurvan CR, just toss the link here.

Questions, comments and more can be aimed here. ♥

In order to help everyone keep track, below here is that fantastic (we'll never get tired of saying it) list Cara made. The characters are divided by region and we'll be crossing out those who have their zurvan add-on in. If your character is missing from the list, comment below with their region and they shall be added.

If you have any questions, please direct them here; Zurvan add-ons can be found here

( click for the list, please! )

Hey guys! We are delaying the start of Zurvan by one day because we got a little delayed with tackling some things, namely this post and the add-on post. But don't worry, we are not going to postpone any further. There will be a beginning post at 11:59 PM EST on June 15th - which is tonight! So look forward to that.

Three ambassadors have filled in and we are assigning their posts now. This can be changed around in-game for plot reasons, however the rulers would like but try not to pile the ambassadors for too long in one region, please. Ambassadors can go home but often when called back or for short visits

Lilith of Iriy: stationed in Ryugu-jo
Morpheus of Ryugu-jo: stationed in Camelot
Osiris of Babylon: stationed in Niflheim

As there is no Camelot or Niflheim diplomat at this time and it is too early to place an NPC, we will say there is no Camelot or Niflheim diplomat anywhere for now.

We know a few have created tables of your character relations and such, if you want toss us the link here so we can have everyone being able to take a quick look when required. We do ask you to make sure all planning involves everyone who would be affected with it.

Region rulers, you have a lot of plot work to do, so please make sure to communicate with your other position people. Cristina and Tea brought up a good point about making sure the position people help give the neutrals some involvement, so we hope to have some developments there for everyone to jump in. We also want to take the time to remind you that Zurvan is a very proactive time, we encourage people to push for their character's goals and such!

There is an add-on post here. We'll be keeping a public list of those who have replied and those who have yet to so that people know if what they want can be found in that post.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about anything Zurvan-related, please post them here or e-mail us! ♥

We won't be adding these to the masterlist as it would be more tidy to just keep it all here and to link them from our masterlist. But please remember to do these. And remember to bounce off stuff of others who have relations and the like!

If you have ANY questions or comments, ask here, please. Mod approvals and screening will not be happening this time around. We will only reply if we absolutely need to.

<b>» Zurvan II:</b> <u>Region:</u> Babylon, Camelot, Iriy, Niflheim, Ryugu-jo <u>Position:</u> Ruler, chancellor, marshal/admiral, ambassador or OTHER (AKA soldier or civilian) <u>History:</u> Please describe your character's false life. It needs not to be too long but definitely not too short. Feel free to include who they are related to, where they hail from, etc. Also note what age your character is in this world if it differs from what they were when taken from NYC. Remember not to have your character differ greatly from who they truly are, please. Minor tweaks to the personality are acceptable.

Here is an example of what we are looking for (this is all false of course):

[subject line: Heiðrún]

» Zurvan II:
Region: Ryugu-jo
Position: Civilian
History: In NYC, she was a bar owner, her specialty being mead and her best patrons being soldiers. In Zurvan, she lives in the insular Ryugu-go, a region that prides itself on never relying on others or even marrying outsiders. But there is still a demand for alcohol and she runs what would be considered a 'jumak' in our world, a place for alcohol, food and lodging. It's popular enough with the locals traveling around the regions and some travelers. As a native of the region, she never encourages the travelers to linger too long.

This former goat is, of course, married to another Ryugu-jo native though has yet to have any children. She is related to Ma'at as a distant relation. Her age has changed from 23 to 30, which should not be too drastic for her PB.

There is no current deadline on this right now but, again, please get these done when you can! And please paste them in here. You can always delete and re-post as needed. Placing a copy in your character's journal is also helpful!

ZURVAN II PLOT POST (II)

Because we know people need to do more plotting as positions are granted and it would be good to have a fresh post to work with, we are carrying over from here. Also, our lovely Cara made a list of which character is where from that time. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. ♥

Remember that no position plotting should occur here unless you have been APPROVED for that position.

( And, as normal, keep all this in mind: )

Have fun! ♥

[EDIT;] Feel free to link to your cast list but keep all discussion to this post so everyone is able to keep track and reply. ♥ Thank you!

Please only apply for one position and region per character. Understand that others will be applying for this position as well. Please do not try to plot beforehand for absolute fairness and respect the decision the mods have come to. Later, you are free to discuss any arrangements with the other applicants.

If you do not get your desired position for a certain character, you are allowed to reapply with them for another open spot.

Also please remember to post one position per comment. Thank you!

<b>.the position;</b> <b>» Character:</b> <b>» Region:</b> <b>» Position desired:</b> [ruler, chancellor, general or ambassador] <b>» Why should your character have this position?:</b> [explain well and remember to read the Zurvan FAQ! also keep the following in mind: → What does your character's personality have that would make them suitable for this position? Do not change your characters personality for them to fit the position. The core personality of the character should remain despite the setting change or given position. → Take into account the background of the region you've selected and also note how this is adequate to your character. → Meeting both criteria is extremely important, characters which do not suit the region or position requirements will be declined.]

We will keep each position that is desired for open for three days from the time the first person comments here for that spot. Positions closed to be commented for here will be [bracketed & bolded]. The earliest any position can be closed could be TUESDAY, JUNE 5th. EDIT: reserves will last TWO days now that things are moving along.

We then will give each person who commented in time two days after closing to get in their application for it. That means the earliest applications for any position can be closed could be THURSDAY, June 7th. Players can turn in apps earlier than that of course. Positions that are closed for application will be stricken-through after that point and no further applications will be allowed. Extensions will not be allowed nor revisions.

Neutrals or regular soldiers of a country need not apply but these things should be noted in your future application add-on so we can note these things down. If we see a particular country filling more than others, we will have to close until things even out more (this does not apply to major positions you are applying for here - just regular members). This page will also tally which position is being applied for. When a position has been decided for, a red strike will indicate so and the position taken page will be updated.

Please remember to read this before commenting here and applying. And please do not apply two characters in the same region for sake of fairness.

BABYLON CLOSED!
→ ruler
→ chancellor
→ marshal
→ ambassador

CAMELOT CLOSED!
→ ruler
→ chancellor
→ marshal
→ ambassador

IRIY CLOSED!
→ ruler
→ chancellor
→ marshal
→ ambassador

NIFLHEIM CLOSED!
→ ruler
→ chancellor
→ marshal
→ ambassador

RYUGU-JO CLOSED!
→ ruler
→ chancellor
→ marshal
→ ambassador


<b>.the position;</b> <b>» Character:</b> <b>» Region:</b> <b>» Position desired:</b> [ruler, chancellor, marshal/admiral or ambassador]

All replies will be screened. Questions can be e-mailed or PMed to us.

ZURVAN II PLOT POST

We are putting this up simultaneously with the positions application. Whether you are applying there or not doesn't matter. Here you can flesh out what your characters have been up to, who they are related to, what faction they belong to (or not) and more! This is one of the reasons why we ask you not plot before things developed to this point as well. It helps keep things flowing more smoothly and also allow mingling with all. ♥

Remember that no position plotting should occur here unless you have been APPROVED for that position.

( And, as normal, keep all this in mind: )

And that is about it. Have fun! ♥

FEEDBACK POST

This is about Zurvan only. So please hit us up with your thoughts. We know it was only for two months as a trial thing but we would love to know how you thought it was handled. What can we do differently? Maybe what to not include next time for this setting or even another? How can we improve plotting for it as well?

What are ways to make it easier for new players to get into things as well? This was a major concern for us and we hoped we did do some justice in easing new players into the setting. We seriously would love any and all critique in making things better in the future. We mods are here to make each game plot a good experience for you guys.

This post will remained screened. We may not reply in detail to every comment but definitely give answers those ask questions. Thank you, guys!

Remember the AC for the month is ONE POST PLUS TEN COMMENTS. See the FAQ for further details.

Zurvan is over, but only for now. We'll have a feedback post up in a couple of days but we wanted to attend to this post first to make sure all goes smoothly. Please read carefully as the choices of other people will reflect how much one remembers.

First off, everyone will wake in their homes. From here, things will depend upon players.

If a character was known (as in known as their true selves) and around before Zurvan, then they will be remembered as well as maintain memories of their time in Zurvan. In short, things will resume as they had from before Zurvan plus the false lives they experienced. This is the least complicated.

If a character was introduced during Zurvan or have not yet had a chance to reveal themselves, they have the option of holding back everyone's memories of their true selves until the player is ready to reveal that character. So if someone decides they want the introduction of their character's true self on a date of their choosing, everyone will have trouble remembering until that character reveals themselves. And when they make it known of who they are, then, as if the floodgates were opened, people (who were notified - public or privately) will realize who that blurry figure was in their Zurvan memories.

For example, say Odr chose to keep himself a blurry and unknown figure. Freyja, among all others, would have trouble remembering anyone named Odr, including a physical description. Even Odr would have trouble remembering what happened in the past two months. But once he let it be known to someone or to everyone, they those memories would clear up. He can also opt to remember but not tell anyone. People would still be fuzzy but he wouldn't.

In short: that character's decisions after remembering dictate when others do but the player's initial decision on how to handle the character starts off everything.

Naturally, if a character is fine with being remembered from Zurvan, then that is that and they will probably be poked and pondered about by other characters.

Please do reply to this post about the following characters or any that we have missed so we can note here how all should treat them.

( List of Characters )

Second, two months is a long time. Much can happen in two months. Births, marriages, parties, someone having moved in next door and, yes, deaths. This post can also be used to announce any major changes your character's life could have gone through while they were living a false life. For example, Freyja's husband could have finally been announced as deceased in the time she was away. Or there was a major lead in Syrinx's case. Life changing events. Again, feel free to list things here or be done in IC posts.

Just adding that no character was noticed to be missing. Family, friends, co-workers, they'll behave as if your character had always been around. It will be weird and uneasy, adding to the confusion. But they will not have any memory of being around these past two months.

Third, some characters suffered injuries or even death. The dead ones will be revived but please keep in mind that death should never be taken lightly. They have died and then been brought back, toyed with by a higher power. Realistically play with that with however your character would cope with such a thing. With injuries, you do not need to bring those over to NYC. However, if you want bring over some injury or all, that is up to you! We do want you players to be able to have that choice.

Fourth, we are going to handle the issues of Kala and Khaos. Just give them a little time to figure out what happened as well. They are very confused and irritated deities right now.

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to ask! We know it's been a long ride and have much to tackle and sort. ♥ Thank you!

And please remember the activity check!

And from this post onward, the characters will begin to wake up. True memories will flood them and by noon GMT they'll know themselves.

Remember, we will have a way to address anyone not ready to continue having their character be known widely when Zurvan ends. This need not be a permanent reveal of characters not ready to be revealed to the public or even to themselves.

Questions, comments - aim them here!

Announcements: activity check information and Zurvan information. Plus: a new comm coming up!

( annoucements; )

Hey everyone! While the activity check is going on we wanted to bring up something important:

Zurvan will be ending February 29th. This is pretty much a notice for you guys to know how to wrap up and handle any plots you have for Zurvan before then (unless you want things to end in an unresolved way!). There will be a week toward the end of the month when the begin to remember who they really are just to cause some chaos among them before this major plot ends. There will be another post to address things (especially relating to Khaos and what choices people have for then they return to NYC) when the time is right and when we know what to offer. We just wanted to at least tell you all when we wanted to end this plot. We also thought that the 29th would be fabulous to end on since it exists only every four years. We are a bit silly this way.

And as we have a date now for when Zurvan will end, we are filling in any major positions not filled in:

CAMLANN
→ Memitim, the diplomat

ILIUM
→ Keres, the faction leader

SVARGA
→ Cihuateteo, the diplomat

Yes, they will be replying to faction-filtered posts and perhaps others. They have no knowledge of their pasts, just like all the others though may begin to remember sooner than others. Khaos and Kala are in Chiconahuiehecatl's court. They are well known for bickering and having split the court mostly in two. The other NPCs are around: the Utukku will be in Mictlan and the Valkyrie in Glastheim. They are faction members but only in name for now. Don't bother filtering to them, they aren't likely to reply.

So please check this and tell us if your character is still NOT LISTED still. In fact, please nudge us about anything that needs a poke that we did not remember to touch upon. Your mods are getting over hectic January now.

Question, comments and more can be thrown here. Thank you, guys!

And Joana has been able to tackle the Zurvan map! We thank her so very much for this as it looks quite fantastic. ♥ The dots, of course are where you can expect the thrones or capitals of each region to be.

We hope this helps provide a more clear image of the world. Please toss us questions or comments if you like. Again, thank you, Joana!

A very Zurvan announcement post (plus activity check information & more).

( annoucements; )

As this will likely be needed: wedding traditions and more in Zurvan (with much help from Shi). Let's start with the colors and styles:

( Style )


( Traditions and so forth )

Keep in mind that not all regions celebrate in the same way as on Earth's Western world. For sake of sanity, there are bridesmaids and groomsmen, but no best men or maid of honor. Just individuals who are helping one side or another to prepare. The priest is simply a priest (not Father or anything else).

Religion goes only two ways in Zurvan: one that is monotheistic and the other polytheistic. The monotheistic merely worships the 'One True Lord' where as the polytheistic worships a number of deities, referring to them by what their function is. Such as an underworld/death god would be referred to as the 'S/He Who Takes Us'. For simplicity, it will be acknowledged that the polytheistic religion's deities have flexible gender.

Questions and comments can be put here. ♥

PLEASE READ! Contains information about the activity check, application stuff, Zurvan details and more.

( annoucements; )

And so Zurvan begins.

We do want to announce that our mods all RL busy at this time but are trying to process things as quickly as possible. We will attend to the application add-ons but don't hesitate to play with your Zurvan-version characters. Add-ons are mainly for the masterlist of applications (now available!) and not having them turned in should not hinder you.

We also would like to ask that you tag all IC posts (logs and main comm) and all OOC posts related to Zurvan with the tag !zurvan. This will keep things tidy for when things shake up again in the future.

Questions, comments and more can be aimed here. ♥