What Lies Below (OOC/Signups; Work-in-Progress)

[Redfield5]

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The Deadly Seas

The stories were once thought to be old legends, passed down to tell the story of tragedies at sea. From the first days that humans first began to explore the oceans, seamen told rumors of fantastic and terrifying creatures who thrived in the Seven Seas. Whether it be a massive treasure galleons being dragged to the darkest abyss of the sea by a massive tentacle-bearing demon, or fisherman being forced to engage in vicious fighting with large, mythical trophy fish, we all assumed that these stories were nothing more than tall tales crafted by superstitious folk in order to explain certain tragedies that people at the time had no idea how to explain, rather than by invoking the supernatural or the mythical. Many stories of ships being dragged under by sea creatures were easily explained by meticulous scientific research into the various phenomena that surround the ocean, such as wave patterns and ocean storm systems such as hurricanes. Sightings of "sea monsters" were further debunked as being cases of mistaken identity, with some fish and sea creatures resembling mythical monsters, while other sightings were discovered to be erroneous rumors spread by sailors who delighted in scaring other seafarers. But for some cases, there was no real way to explain what happened. Those answers would come to us, albeit in a truly terrifying way.

Truth be told, the research into the origins "Aquatic Cryptids" (a term coined by marine biologists, collectively refers to all sea monsters) is in its infancy, only really taking off in 2011. Here's what we know: sometime in 2010 and 2011, the world was taken by surprise by a massive number of "confirmed" sighting of ocean creatures listed as "crypids," with videos of the creatures circulating on YouTube and the world's naval powers investigating record losses in maritime commerce and offshore drilling operations due to destructive incidents caused by the sea monsters. The most infamous incident of this phenomenon was "The Ascension Affair," in which a cruise ship - the SS Ascension - was attacked by a massive squid-like sea creature in the South Pacific. Two naval destroyers that were in the area, the HMAS Interceptor and USS Thornton, responded to the Ascension's distress signal. A YouTube video shot by an American sailor depicts the two ships arriving at the scene just as the squid brought the Ascension under the surface of the water. The 2-hour-long video shows the two destroyers engaging the beast, with both suffering heavy losses and damage before finally killing the creature with a massive amount of firepower. Followed up by numerous reports of other ships being destroyed by both similar and different creatures, the world was facing a major maritime crisis.

There's no definitive answer as to how or why these creatures have just suddenly shown up and begun to challenge humanity's position as Apex Predator of the seas. A large portion of the scientific community - most notably NOAA - hypothesize that the sea creatures once lived under the seabed, in great underwater caverns that were opened during a series of undersea earthquakes. These creatures come in various shapes and sizes, with some resembling prehistoric fish and others appearing to be very alien in form. A number of scientists believe that a small number of these creatures may have already been active above the caverns, explaining reports of cryptids such as the Loch Ness Monster, the Kraken, and Megalodon. Not all of the cryptids are aggressive; some care not for challenging the humans, and instead act as any other fish in the sea. Others are much more aggressive and/or territorial, viciously investigating any foreign object in its domain, whether it be a floating island of trash or a cargo ship.

Humanity itself was now faced with a force that truly threatened its dominance. Governments and corporations alike poured substantial sums of cash into various methods of protecting their assets at sea, researching applications to detect, deter, and eliminate this new threat. The US led the way, employing technology and tactics to not only safeguard its coasts, but also to protect its interests at sea. Convoys became much more common, with up to 100 vessels traveling together with well-equipped defense attachments to prevent any sort of threat from compromising further shipping losses. Oil derricks at sea worldwide now often have naval attachments or private maritime security attachments in order to ensure that the oil keeps flowing. Whether it be on a boat, or under the waves, many make a living fighting these beasts. Many say that a war is being fought between the land and the sea, as many navies now consider their top aggressor to be "ACs." Despite the public largely wanting the ACs to be destroyed, conservationists have pleaded with the governments of the world to conduct a limited campaign, focusing more on defensive strategies rather than systematically hunting down and destroying the cryptids. It's an interesting war, so to speak.

The seas are much more dangerous than previously thought.

 

 

Our Voyage

With this new hardship comes new opportunity. While the navies of the world are acting mostly in a defensive posture at the behest of the UN, a new market has opened up, centering around capturing, studying, or killing these beasts. Private individuals - many of whom operate without "proper" equipment - seek bounties for beasts, and have begun the dangerous tasks of tracking and hunting down ACs, whether it be for defense, commercial reasons, scientific study, or pure pleasure. The whole idea of hunting down these beasts is dangerous, but a competent crew with ample equipment could earn as much as $250,000 for hauling in a single AC, depending on the size, type, and reputation of the beast. We call this "bounty-fishing," and our focus shifts to the story of one particular crew.

You, my friend, are one of a select group of individuals serving aboard the SS Hyena, a research vessel-turned bounty-fishing vessel. The Hyena isn't a heavily-renowned vessel in the world of bounty-fishing, but it is certainly one of the most diverse, in respect to its capabilities. The Hyena carries 4 jet-skis, 2 RHIBs, 2 DSVs (Deep Submergence Vehicle), and 1 HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, as well as high-quality living quarters, a state-of-the-art floating research lab, an armory outfitted with a myriad of equipment vital for a wide range of bounty-fishing operations, a medbay outfitted to conduct short-term intensive care operations, a heavy-duty harpoon gun, and advanced sonar equipment for detecting ACs. Depending on its crew, the Hyena will either become another statistic, or it will go down as the most successful bounty-fishing vessel of the 21st Century.

It's all up to you. Will you brave the dangerous waters and catch fortune?

 

[Redfield5]

RP Information

RULES

1. This is my RP. Ultimately, my word is the law. I'm a fair guy, but don't antagonize me by breaking the rules.

2. If I designate a Co-OP or multiple Co-OPs, then understand that these individuals are my representatives at all times. Their word is my word, unless I say otherwise.

3. If you go idle with your character, I will contact you after 48 hours (unless you are instrumental to the RP dynamics, then you'll be contacted much sooner). You'll have 48 hours at the most to get back in touch with me, or your character will become a potential casualty. If you must leave the RP or if you won't be able to post, please let me know beforehand.

4. Bounty-fishing is a dangerous occupation. In the event that you make a decision, there will be advantages and consequences. If you damage your equipment, you'll obviously find that your ability to perform your job will be hindered. In many cases, the right decisions are the difference between life and death. The job is dangerous, regardless of whether you're positioned in a vehicle or if you're under the waves with nothing more than scuba gear and a spear gun.

5. Bigotry, racism, trolling, and other deplorable acts have no place in the OOC.

 

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Available Bounties

(Right now, we're going to start off with a single bounty, and after that, I will allow a selection of bounties to choose from. That is only if we can complete our first bounty.)

Marianas Islands, Pacific Ocean - A UN science expedition has gone missing while conducting a survey of Marianas Trench. The last known transmission from the expedition gave the location of an entrance into one of the caves that supposedly held a large number of ACs, and AC activity in the area of the islands is high. The US Pacific Fleet has beefed up security in the area, with the UN's special naval attache, Admiral John Lockhart, assuming command of the naval task force charged with curbing the ACs in the area. The US government has offered $5 million USD to Hydra in order to utilize the Hyena and its crew to seal the trench and prevent further ACs from emerging.

 

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Claws and Teeth of the Hyena

When it comes to being prepared for the multitude of hardships that come with being a bounty-fisherman, the Hyena doesn't fuck around. Allow me to go over the weapons systems that this vessel is equipped with. Expect this list to be updated, as we further delve into the various devices that could be used by the crew in their trade.

- First and foremost, the Hyena comes equipped with a 90mm harpoon cannon mounted at the bow of the Hyena, manufactured in Iceland and built to haul in the largest of the whales. The cannon fires a large harpoon, which has a line attached to it for towing in ACs. Such weapons are immensely useful in catching ACs. Inflatable ballast tanks are also utilized, as the air contained inside forces ACs move slowly and to be closer to the surface.

- At the port and starboard sides of the ship, the Hyena has 2 machine gun mounts attached at the bow and stern, serving four of the eight M240 Bravo General Purpose Machine Guns that are on board the Hyena. The "240 Bravos" are commonly used to weaken harpooned ACs, as well as to fend off direct attacks by ACs. Two 240s are also supplied to the helicopter, in case the need arises in which the helicopter needs to be armed. The RHIBs can also be equipped with a single 240 each.

- The Hyena contains an armory, in which a good number of firearms and ammunition are stored, among other weapons and equipment. In terms of specialty equipment, the armory houses a Barrett M107 anti-material rifle and an FN Ballista sniper rifle, used for taking precision shots on surfaced ACs. A collection of underwater weaponry is stored here, from underwater rifles and powerheads to high-grade explosives and EMF devices for warding off ACs sensitive to electromagnetic forces. There are also tranquilizing agents, for use in subduing an AC without killing the creature, in addition to nets, cables, and other devices that are paramount when a crew wishes to secure an AC for transport to whichever idiot has paid an exorbitant amount of cash for a creature that could potentially cause them millions of dollars in damage in less than a minute.

Reference Material

Cryptids and You.

[Redfield5]

The Crew

Thank you for expressing interest in joining the crew of the SS Hyena! While this is her maiden voyage, the Hyena has been outfitted with a myriad of equipment that will be instrumental in completing our bounties. In the hands of a capable crew, this ship will be at the forefront of bounty-fishing. In order to ensure that we have an able-bodied crew, we'd like for you to complete this application. Once submitted, we will review the application and send you confirmation on its status once it has been meticulously reviewed.

Please remove any parenthesis in your application, and review it in order to make sure that everything is formatted correctly.

 

[b]Full Name:[/b]

[b]Age :[/b]

[b]Gender:[/b]

[b]Appearance (Picture or Description):[/b]

[b]Personality (Describe what kind of person you are):[/b]

[b]Voice (In the past, I have tried out a few RP immersion techniques, and for this attribute, you will select a rather famous individual, movie character, or other whose voice resembles that of your character's. Please include a URL link to the voice, so that we can all hear it and better immerse ourselves):[/b]

[b]Skills (Please give us a detailed overview into what special training and life skills that you have acquired in life. Certain skills will determine what position you hold aboard the Hyena, such as education, military training, and other facets[/b]):

[b]Weaknesses (Everyone has weaknesses. Include at least two; one serious, and one less-serious):[/b]

[b]Birthplace:[/b]

[b]Nationality:[/b]

[b]Ethnicity:[/b]

[b]Sexuality (Optional):[/b]

[b]Prior Bounty-Fishing Work (Please list ship and period active as member of ship's crew):[/b]

[b]Desired Position:[/b]

[b]Background (2 paragraphs):[/b]

[b]By completing this document and by giving your signature, you adhere to follow the terms and conditions of this contract for a period of [u]6 months[/u]. At the end of this period, you are free to cease your association with the Hyena, and with the leasing company. You will be paid an initial [u]$35,000 USD[/u] base payment, with a monthly $5,000 hazard stipend; all of which will be paid by [u]HYDRA MARITIME SECURITY SOLUTIONS[/u]. Your further income will be determined by the number of bounties completed. Please sign your name below.[/b]

 

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The Roster (Starting with Command and Operations Personnel first on the roster)

Keep in mind that not every role will be filled, and may be substituted with NPCs.

Captain -

Executive Officer -

Navigator -

Master-at-Arms -

Chief Engineer -

Chief Gunnery Officer -

Chief Scientist -

Chief Diver - Reserved.

Helicopter Crew Chief -

Chief Steward -

Chief Medical Officer -

Quartermaster -

 

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Helicopter Pilot (2) -

Helicopter Crew (3) -

Combat Dive Team (4) -

Research Team (5) -

Security Team (4) -

Gunnery Team (4) -

Steward Team (3)-

Deckhands -

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b]Full Name:[/b] Richard Syion

Age : 50

Gender: Male

Appearance (Picture or Description): Long Black hair, a Black Full beard. You could even say he was black beard. He has Green eyes, and he is very strong for his age.

Personality (Describe what kind of person you are): He is a full blown maniac. He keeps it hidden but when it comes down to it, if he was out numberd he would still fight. (Pretty much like Captain Barbossa from the POTC)

Voice (In the past, I have tried out a few RP immersion techniques, and for this attribute, you will select a rather famous individual, movie character, or other whose voice resembles that of your character's. Please include a URL link to the voice, so that we can all hear it and better immerse ourselves):

Skills (Please give us a detailed overview into what special training and life skills that you have acquired in life. Certain skills will determine what position you hold aboard the Hyena, such as education, military training, and other facets): Intenisve Military Training, Tactian,

Weaknesses (Everyone has weaknesses. Include at least two; one serious, and one less-serious): He could lead the crew to death, He is very clumsy.

Birthplace: Ireland

Nationality: Irish

Ethnicity:Caucasian

Sexuality (Optional): Straight.

Prior Bounty-Fishing Work (Please list ship and period active as member of ship's crew): Ocean Bounty Pd182 2000-2012 as Captain.

Desired Position:Captain

Background (2 paragraphs): Born on April 17, 1965, in Dublin Ireland, Richard D. Syion would later become one of the most famous financiers in business history. In 1990 , Syion began his own private banking company, which later became known as Syion Incorperated.., one of the leading financial firms in the country. He is hailed as a master of finance, and continues to be considered one of the country's leading businessmen.

Syion had many interests beyond the world of banking. He enjoyed sailing and participated in a number of America's Cup yacht races. He was an ardent art collector, creating one of the most significant collections of his time. He later donated his art collection to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and his collection of written works to the Morgan Library—both in New York City.

Syion's first marriage to Amelia Sturges was brief. She died a few months after their 1990 wedding. Five years later, Syion married Frances Tracy. The couple had four children: John Pierpont Jr., Louisa, Juliet and Anne.

He seeks now to be the master of the sea.

By completing this document and by giving your signature, you adhere to follow the terms and conditions of this contract for a period of 6 months. At the end of this period, you are free to cease your association with the Hyena, and with the leasing company. You will be paid an initial $35,000 USD base payment, with a monthly $5,000 hazard stipend; all of which will be paid by HYDRA MARITIME SECURITY SOLUTIONS. Your further income will be determined by the number of bounties completed. Please sign your name below. Dr. Richard Syion

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Full Name: Sasha Von Jaeger

Age : 34

Gender: Female

Appearance: Sasha Von Jaeger stands at an impressive 2.1 meters tall, levelling a bit above six and a half feet. Her raven-black hair reaches her upper back. Her physique is unquestionably strong, muscles coiling powerfully with every movement. Despite her seemingly raw power, her body still holds a feminine curvaceous nature. Her eyes are blue, and she holds herself in a confident, powerful poise.

Personality: Overall, Sasha Von Jaeger is a woman whose presence fills up the room. She's forward and obtuse, though only in the most jovial of ways. When it comes to her job, she takes it seriously, but still knows how to fool around, to a degree. Loves food and alcohol.

Voice:

Imagine a bit deeper and more booming.

Skills: Militerized close combat and underwater seafarer training, along with leadership and weapons expertise routines. Basic first aid.

Weaknesses: Once excited enough, her temper can easily get the best of her and she may be difficult to control. Can be brash and overly forward sometimes, to the point of being downright rude.

Birthplace: Berlin

Nationality: German

Ethnicity: German

Sexuality:

Prior Bounty-Fishing Work : Served aboard the Albin Kobiss, hunting large game in the northern waters for five years. Originally started as a Bosun under special circumstances, very quickly worked their way up to Chief Officer in the five years she served.

Desired Position: Executive Officer

Background: Can't knock out the Captain to save lives, can I? Sasha thought to herself as she trudged through the streets of a washed-up port town. There is no one who can appreciate a hard worker. No one. She brushed past the somber crowd around her in her black trenchcoat, the midnight blue hue in the material invisible in the blanket of darkness. She shrugged her shoulders, prepared to just spend the last of her money on a hotel room and look for a job in the morning. That is, until she glanced to her left at a bar, the light shining through the windows, suggesting a lively atmosphere. And judging by the sounds, lively was an understatement!

Bursting through the door, she took in the sight of a full-on bar fight, complete with broken bottles being smashed against tables, and chairs being flung from one side to the next. Wunderbar! She lumbered forwards into the fray, pushing people out of the way, heedless of what they were doing. Managing to dodge a few bottles being thrown, she thumps against the counter and cocks her head to the bar keep. She nods her head towards a bottle of vodka, and briefly checks behind her to make sure that no one would steal it on her. The bottle is slid across the counter, and Sasha moves to pick it up. That is, until a man is quite literally thrown across, knocking her bottle off the table and shattering it. With a roar of frustration, she looks to her left and arm-locks the closest person she could see, grabbing a beer bottle and smashing it against the side of a table, preparing to stab the man who she thought committed an atrocious crime of denying her alcohol. Just as she was bringing the jagged edge to his neck however, her eye caught a poster on the side of a wooden pillar.

SS Hyena, work wanted?... She thought. Just then, a chair breaks against the side of her head, stunning her. Then, a man jumps on her back and smashes a bottle on her head, knocking her unconscious. In the last moments of her lucidity, she smiled softly and saved the name in her head for the morning.

By completing this document and by giving your signature, you adhere to follow the terms and conditions of this contract for a period of 6 months. At the end of this period, you are free to cease your association with the Hyena, and with the leasing company. You will be paid an initial $35,000 USD base payment, with a monthly $5,000 hazard stipend; all of which will be paid by HYDRA MARITIME SECURITY SOLUTIONS. Your further income will be determined by the number of bounties completed. Please sign your name below.

Sasha Von Jaeger