ATGiltspire Posted November 29 Posted November 29 (edited) BYOND Ckey: ATGiltspire Discord username: ATGiltspire Character names: Sylvie Renaud, Amalia Moniz, Yvonne Moon Species you are applying to play: Skrell ------------------------------ General Whitelist Requirements What colour do you plan on making your first alien character?: 690C88 dark purple Have you read the lore pages for the species you wish to be whitelisted for?: Yes Please provide well articulated answers to the following questions in a paragraph format. One paragraph minimum per question. Why do you wish to play this species?: I like the ideological concept of the Skrell, and enjoy interacting with the various conceptual entities of both the Free Traverse and the Federation. In addition to the mechanical effects of Skrell, the entire inclusion of Psionics and the Srom add in a new feature to gameplay that helps them feel extremely different from any other species. What makes role-playing this species different than role-playing a human?: Due to their culture and upbringing, Skrell are focused on a more cohesive decision-making process than Humans. With their long lifespan, they also are less in a hurry to do things, preferring to understand repercussions in decades. With the difficulty of conveying emotions to non-Skrell, it can seem like they don't find things as funny or scary as others, but finding ways to communicate emotions without just laughing or the like will present a fun and interesting challenge. ------------------------------ Character Application Character Name: Livix'x Qorril Write a backstory for your character. This may include their origin, education, personality and how they arrived to the SCCV Horizon. Livix'x Qorril (SCS 6.89) is a rather young Xiiori Skrell, having been born in the city of Qaroq’xlip on Tattuqig. Their Qrri'Myaq, Ju'Orloo, was a diplomat working with Zeng-Hu's archaeology team just outside the city. Spending time with the various visitors, Livix'x became acquainted with the Sparks, and began studying their media to have some form of connection with the archaeologists. They found themselves enjoying the media, but commonly became confused and concerned by the various deductive behaviors exhibited by the characters. Their distaste led them to begin focusing more on Skrell media, falling in love with the characters in Q'iix-Aqqx'xaq-que (Swimstars). With this new drive, Livix'x found themselves working tirelessly on connecting the lessons learned about other cultures to the Zeng-Hu teams that they encountered. Livix'x underwent their Odurserr, recieving many gifts from friends, family, and the scientists they worked with. However, the item the ended up burning was a pamphlet showing their local representatives, signifying that they wished to become a diplomat to the other species. This would be a long process, of course, and Livix'x was just starting out. Their first foray into politics began in an unlikely place, however, and it was Q'iix-Aqqx'xaq-que that gave them the opportunity. In Season 7 of the Animated Series, the Swimstars team ends up dealing with several unlikely foes, including a competition against another Reefgarden swimming team, Kuo-Poa. However, voices were needed for characters, and Livix'x put their application forward with little expectations of success. Their voice seemed to strike the right mark, however, and they were called in to voice a minor antagonist, Qina, who was hostile to the Stars due to their fear of humans. It led to a long discussion about the culture of Mictlan, and they were even able to go visit Biesel for a time. Returning home, Livix'x became even more devoted to the Federation, and becoming a Representative. As a field exercise, they have been dispatched to act as a Representative Aide, and learn more about how the people of the Federation interact with others. How has the recent events of the Orion Spur impacted your character? Events such as the Phoron Scarcity, the Solarian Collapse or even the Invasions of Biesel for interstellar-wide affairs, while region-specific events such as the Peacekeeper Mandate, The Titan Rises or even Cold Dawn may impact your character. Despite Livix'x's young age, the past several years have had quite a large impact. With the spread of the news of the Wayfarer Network, the fear of the Phoron Scarcity was greatly alleviated, but the loss of lives during the Beauchamp Massacre still provoked some concern as to how dangerous the Spur could be, especially from those who hate the established order. When the Hegemony reached out to speak to the Federation, Livix'x saw it as clear evidence that the Federation knew what was best for the Spur, and holds the important work as evidence that the way forward for all is together, not separate. How does your character view the megacorporation they work for? While Livix'x does not directly work for any megacorporation, they view the Federation in a very positive light, believing that the Federation will help lead the entire Spur to a better life. In terms of megacorporations, Livix'x views Zeng-Hu the best, due to significant prior experience. Edited December 3 by WhatsUpBrotendo 3
Lilly Evans Posted November 30 Posted November 30 Hello! Not part of the team but I wanna ask a couple things for fun! What is your Skrell's Social Credit Score? (Or Societal Contribution Index Score since I guess we're changing it!) Does your Skrell have a favorite food? Are they afraid to try alien foods while aboard or do they embrace these weird, new things? Did they have a pet? If so, what was it? 2
ATGiltspire Posted November 30 Author Posted November 30 2 hours ago, Lilly Evans said: Hello! Not part of the team but I wanna ask a couple things for fun! What is your Skrell's Social Credit Score? (Or Societal Contribution Index Score since I guess we're changing it!) Does your Skrell have a favorite food? Are they afraid to try alien foods while aboard or do they embrace these weird, new things? Did they have a pet? If so, what was it? Hi there! Livix'x's Score is a relatively good 6.89. They hope to improve it through lots of hard work, though! Their dream is to make it to an upper Primary Numerical, over 8.00! While Livix'x does love Fjylo and prefers to eat vegetarian when possible, they were introduced to the wonders of Pizza through the science teams their Qrri'Myaq worked with, and then later ended up being exposed to a wide variety of Mictlani foods during their work on Swimstars. Understanding others' cuisine is part of understanding their culture, and understanding leads to more efficient dialogue and cooperation between new friends! As for a pet, Livix'x did not directly have a pet, but did spend quite a bit of time researching the Root Grazers of their homeworld, wishing to keep one as a pet. Unfortunately, due to the lack of domestication, Livix'x was unable to fulfill that dream, but does eventually want one! Having learned of how interesting the Horseshoe Crab of Sol is, that is their new dream pet. Thanks for the questions! Please let me know if you'd like any more information
WhatsUpBrotendo Posted November 30 Posted November 30 Hi, thanks for applying. I have some reservations about the character's involvement in Swimstars, even though it's minor. I've asked the loremasters and my deputy for clarification and to see how we generally feel about it. I'll post again once we've discussed it. This was done after you posted your application but I thought it would be worth mentioning as well, the Social Credit System has been renamed to the Social Compatability Index. I'm not asking you to change anything in the app regarding that obviously, I'm just making sure that you're aware of the change. Other than that I do have some questions regarding your character: Are they a listener or a receiver? How do they generally feel about the Federation? Taking into consideration their and their family's involvement in politics and their SCI rating. Can you talk more about how they feel about non-Skrell? You've touched on humanity already, could you talk more about the other species at all? Do they feel differently about Diona and C'thur considering their place in the Federation? What faith does Livix'x follow? Do they follow Kir'gul or Suur'ka alongside their faith? How do they feel about Skrell living outside of the Federation? How do they feel about the Tattuqig population that left as part of Weibii's exodus?
WhatsUpBrotendo Posted November 30 Posted November 30 After discussing it, we're not comfortable with the VA part of the backstory. Nothing needs to be changed with the application, just don't use it going forward in your character's backstory.
ATGiltspire Posted November 30 Author Posted November 30 1 hour ago, WhatsUpBrotendo said: Hi, thanks for applying. I have some reservations about the character's involvement in Swimstars, even though it's minor. I've asked the loremasters and my deputy for clarification and to see how we generally feel about it. I'll post again once we've discussed it. This was done after you posted your application but I thought it would be worth mentioning as well, the Social Credit System has been renamed to the Social Compatability Index. I'm not asking you to change anything in the app regarding that obviously, I'm just making sure that you're aware of the change. Other than that I do have some questions regarding your character: Are they a listener or a receiver? How do they generally feel about the Federation? Taking into consideration their and their family's involvement in politics and their SCI rating. Can you talk more about how they feel about non-Skrell? You've touched on humanity already, could you talk more about the other species at all? Do they feel differently about Diona and C'thur considering their place in the Federation? What faith does Livix'x follow? Do they follow Kir'gul or Suur'ka alongside their faith? How do they feel about Skrell living outside of the Federation? How do they feel about the Tattuqig population that left as part of Weibii's exodus? Hello! 1. Livix'x is a Receiver, like most citizens of the Federation. The dangers of using psionics towards other species was made clear very early in their development, and the lesson stuck, but they made sure to keep training their proficiency for use with other Skrell, as well as those with the Psionic Receiver implant. 2. Livix'x views the Federation in an overwhelmingly positive light. Factoring in both their status as a Receiver, as well as their family's actions, Livix'x has no reason to doubt that the Federation only ever wants what is best for the Spur as a whole. Recent events such as the Nralakk-Izweski Mutual Prosperity Agreement have shown that the Federation can help others, and in Livix'x's mind, will help everyone, when the time is right. 3. Livix'x understands very little of the Tajara, since they did not have much interaction with them. While the Federation has had decent relations with the People's Republic of Adhomai with Project Unity Initiative, Livix'x has not had enough contact to understand how the People's Republic had not one, but two of their own Lyukal movements. They fear that the specifics will never fully make sense. The Unathi, Livix'x views with a mix of fear and respect. Their fear stems from a childhood fear of the Fog Crawlers, and the somewhat similar appearance between the two, but Livix'x tries to control such childish emotions as best as they can. It is unseemly to be afraid of one's allies for nothing more than how they appear. The respect towards the Unathi comes from the Mutual Prosperity Agreement, the firm hand taken by the Hegemon in regards to traitors who would turn against the established order and slaughter innocents, as well as the graceful acceptance of the Federation's help. Vaurca are viewed with respect and a small dash of pride, for how well the C'thur work with the Federation. Their diligent work ethic, inquisitive minds, and new viewpoints have helped Livix'x understand their place in the Federation, and they treat the Vaurca with the dignity and respect that any member of the Federation deserves. Dionae are relatively widespread on Tattuqig, and much of the Second Federation's history have shown that the Dionae are clear evidence that the people of the Spur are better together. Their long viewpoints are easier to comprehend than the other species, who panic about hours and minutes incessantly. The Nymphs are curious and adorable, and Livix'x enjoys working with them to watch them grow, play, and understand the world around them. IPCs are confusing. Despite the fact that they are synthetic intelligences who almost certainly have some sort of suspicious programming that will lead to the eventual detriment of the Spur, they don't seem to be doing anything about it. Many of Livix'x's human acquaintances have shown that most IPCs are not bad, but they haven't had enough personal encounters with the synthetics to make their own opinion, instead having concerns transmitted through the Nlom. 4. Livix'x is a follower of Qeblak, using Cosmic Mathematics to understand the world around them. For a very short time, they did dip into Weishii, but found themselves unable to find comfort in drugs and lackadaisical attitude towards education. This small dip into Weishii still leaves them with a great respect for nature, and a preference towards vegetarian food. They practice Sqai'Tzi in their free time, using it to aid their meditation and focus. Suur'ka and Kir'gul are both viewed negatively by the Federation, but there are some lessons that are useful, such as Kir'gul's dedication towards nonviolence or Suur'ka's dedication towards mental strength and understanding. However, Livix'x does not follow either. 5. Skrell living outside the Federation are an interesting study on how their lives differ from those in the Federation. While the Skrell in the Solarian Alliance and former Sol-aligned locations may seem to have things together, they are not living up to their full potential. Livix'x believes that, while living abroad does give new viewpoints and understandings, one must return to the Federation occasionally, to re-acclimatize to living in the best part of the spur and ensure that they are still in good standing. 6. How would anyone feel about their friends and family spitting in their face and leaving? The people who left with the Exodus made their decision, guided by fear, misunderstandings, deviant attitudes, or just misinformation. They abandoned the people of Tattuqig, they abandoned the settlements they worked so hard on, they abandoned the Federation. If they want back into the Federation, then they have work to do to make up for it, and deserve support in doing so, but if not? If not, they are Lu'Nioh, Stardust, and do not deserve the hand extended out towards them again. While Livix'x would not cheer their misfortune, they likewise would not offer aid unless requested to do so. And, understood for the VA portion of the backstory, I will mark that part out going forward.
WhatsUpBrotendo Posted December 3 Posted December 3 Meant to do this before I went to bed. Obviously that didn't happen. Approved. 1
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