/r/OpenTales

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/r/OpenTales is all about roleplaying whatever you want in whatever setting you choose: Fantasy, Scifi, Steampunk, Cyberpunk, Horror, or anything else you can think of! All in character, of course.


Please review our Golden Rules of Roleplaying, Submission Rules, check out the FAQs Wiki Page, and our fancy post filters below before posting!


Upcoming Weekly Events

  • The Forgotten Lands [Cross-Genre] (TBA)

  • Guardians, Supervillain Try-outs! [Super Beings] (TBA)

  • A God-Forged Sword... [Fantasy] (TBA)

Remember to contact us about your quests!


A Brief Introduction

Hey you.

Yeah, you. You're the adventurer, right?

Tired of the King's latest tax policy? Is your transporter-class ship's AI displaying suspicious behavior? Got tips for your fellow adventurers on crossing the Black Waste? Concern about strange noises from your alien neighbor? Considering options to practice Necromancy legally? Planning to move to the new colonies in Alpha Centauri? Have an insight on the recent revolts at the Eatern Empire? Or looking for guidance on how to calibrate the latest VX module for optimal performance?

Then, share your tales with us and discuss here on /r/OpenTales! This subreddit is about roleplaying whatever you want in whatever setting you choose. All in character, of course.

Do you have consistent characters and settings you want to update? Feel free to add to the Characters Wiki Page.


Golden Rules of Roleplaying

1) Thou shall not be an asshat.

2) Thou shall give others time to respond to their posts.

3) Thou shall not dictate the actions of other players' characters

4) Thou shall not ignore the actions of others (unless one is totally sure the player has stopped playing).


Our Submission Rules

Please add a genre flair next to the title of your post using link flairs so others know what setting you're roleplaying in! Tags are as follows: Fantasy, Scifi, Steampunk, Cyberpunk, OOC, Weekly Quest, The Red Star, Nations, Super Beings, Post-Apocalyptic, Horror, and a Custom Tag for original genres.

If you want to discuss this subreddit or give suggestions, please use the OOC flair for out of character discussion.

If you are unable to use the 'flair' link, then please place the tags within the text of your title and someone will properly flair it for your later.


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505 Subscribers

5

Is this sub dead

So I found this sub by snooping around but it seems to be pretty inactive

4 Comments
2019/07/12
10:38 UTC

1

Mie Whyfe And Famblee.. (Thay All 'add Flare).

Mie why?fe - Afeelayer Gonadz intwo-juiced mee two Herr famblee, aftar see fell inn luv inn a doe-nutt barr in Heartlypool (Inglund).. Mee why?Fe new I hadd menny disharbillytiz, yett owwer hunnymoon pee-re-odd? was a long won. (3 yeers)! Shee telld mee ov Herr unkel (Mike-cull Hunt) - butt sedd nevvar two kall himm Mike! - I obe-hayed herr wishiz. Now, unkel Mike-cull cawt a kace ov hallt-sigh-murrz dizz-ease and wos nerst att hoam (az hee woz a ritch mann. Biffour hizz unthymelee deff, hizz cairers wood here himm showt "Dik shon hairy!" - ovar and ovar.... And thay thawt hee woz rifferrink two hiz passt sect-shoe-al hex-ployts! - Butt NO!! - My laydee why?fe werked itt owt! Hiz will and finull testiclemint were playst wivvin thee payjizz ov hizz Bigg Dickshonehairy (onn topp ov hizz buck-shellf)! Mie why?fe waz left 6 fowzand pownd! - Thiss luvverlee, luvverlee jenkelmann waz Sooo jenneruss! Now, I no thatts knott a verri hexshiting storey, butt it's a nise storey I will shair. I luv ewe all. gari hari lari clari barry. X.

2 Comments
2019/03/25
11:28 UTC

3

Castaway in the Wastes

Purgator, a gas giant vast overhead casts a a perpetual dim light over the wastes. The ground is frozen and snowless, the sandblasting wind has already polished the wreckage to a mirror finish.

On a ridge an infinitesimal shape can be seen. It is a man, or something shaped like a man. He is silhouetted against Purgator and the searing bright aurora overhead- he screams to the heavens but his words are snatched away in the wind.

0 Comments
2019/01/04
06:22 UTC

3

The Wastelands

It has been 10 years since all of earth became a vast scorching desert, where only the strongest of Strength and Mind can survive. Humanity has been forced to live in small villages where food and water is rationed in small quantities. But some adventurous souls go out into the sandy expanse to seek a place known only in legend as "The Paradise" it is said that The Paradise holds enough food and water to humanity for eternity, sadly no one has found it yet but that could change will you be the one who discovers humanity's future or will you be just another corpse in the desert, only time will tell.

2 Comments
2018/05/14
01:07 UTC

5

Anyone alive?

The radio floating in the waist-deep water crackles for the first time in weeks.

"Sentinel? Sentinel, do you read? This is rescue team Eliza. Can you hear me?"

3 Comments
2015/12/21
05:54 UTC

2

Hello? Is this reaching anyone?

A male voice pops in your head with astounding clarity.

Are you even sure this works? I can't even.. Ugh! This better work or you'll..

A muffled reply is heard on the other line, seemingly more annoyed than the speaker.

Okay,okay! Sorry! Hello everyone! Please don't panic, you are most certainly not going mad! We are here to help!

A cough is heard somewhere.

Uh... So you must be wondering what is happening? Yeah I am too. But you must know that the Black Blight is spreading. It is spreading extremely fast that even our best mages..* failed* in an attempt to stop it.

Short pause.

This is a random telepathic linking spell me and my..friends have managed to create despite the circumstances. Not everybody is hearing this and I just hope your lucky enough to understand us clearly.

A distant explosion is heard.

Fuck.

Okay, calm down Nox, you can do this.

He sighs and clears his throat.

Listen,whoever you are, we will be keeping this link since we need to know who is still out there and willing to help fight The Blight. Please.

Another explosion and a muffled voice says that they need to leave.

Trust us, for now. We are the Black Society.

(First time RPing here, so go easy on me! Hope we all have a good time!)

2 Comments
2015/11/22
14:29 UTC

4

[PA]"Redford here. Anyone still on this frequency? 6th Battalion Commander James Redford to any available units, we've reached the tunnels on Preston Avenue, over. Everything looks clear so far... Davis! Check your fire, soldier!"

Re-submission. Lost the old account.

4 Comments
2015/09/05
23:19 UTC

4

"Any available units on this frequency, this is Sergeant Redford of 6th Batallion. We're about to be overrun by a horde! Anyone, please respond!"

4 Comments
2015/09/03
23:09 UTC

3

Tired of the King's latest tax policy? Then let's tell him!

A noble man is upon a stage in the middle of a busy town square with several guards surrounding him. He sits upon a gray horse and is attempting to get the attention of the local townsfolk.


"To all peasants of the land known as Autumnshore, I am Lord Henn. As many of you know, King Aldred has implemented a new tax law policy from the comfort and safety of his castle at Pricerise, and I want to hear the voices of my people and what their thoughts are before I ride to him and tell him what we think of it. I know my ties and relation to the crown is close with Queen Jane being my sister, but make no mistake! My loyalty is to my subjects. Now tell me, what are your thoughts?"

2 Comments
2015/05/08
06:20 UTC

4

You are invited to the monthly budget meeting for the New Port City Villain Union.

A letter has arrived for you at your secret lair, and a henchmen has given the letter to you.

"Greetings! If you are reading this letter, then you are invited to the monthly budget metting for the NPC Villan Union. Please take the attatched key card to gain access to the meeting room, located in the top floor of the L&M Hotel. No key card, no access. Food and drinks will be provided, BYOB.

Sincerely,

SÄ“ng, Treasurer of NPC Villain Union"

4 Comments
2015/05/06
04:01 UTC

3

You are In a 1920's Pub in London

You see a man in a suit, touching walls in various spots

24 Comments
2015/05/05
11:29 UTC

4

I have a long train ride ahead of me. Anyone want to chat?

53 Comments
2015/04/28
18:38 UTC

3

WANTED: Willing Bank Robbers. Interview guaranteed with application.

8 Comments
2015/04/25
06:02 UTC

2

[OOC] Hello, everyone.

Been a while, hasn't it? I've been wanting to return here for some time, and the opportunity has arisen. So, I'm curious. Who still checks in? And who would be interested in trying something new?

13 Comments
2015/04/21
05:37 UTC

4

Hunting the Hunters

Shadow Hawk stood alone upon a rooftop overlooking a warehouse by the docks. He had gotten wind of a illegal ivory trade going on below. He sent out messages to some of the other supers in New York City, not wanting to go in alone if he didn't have to.

17 Comments
2015/04/20
05:39 UTC

3

I forgot to post this so here they are now the first three storys of Dr. Thomas Baker

0 Comments
2015/02/13
18:33 UTC

3

Welcome and congratulations on being accepted as a Guardian. My name is Dr. Cloud and I have somethings to explain to you about your new life.

The large blonde man, that would look more in place in a football uniform rather than in the lab coat he wore, causally sits in the chair behind the desk looking over everyone gathered.

"Well, now that we have that introduction out of the way, let us get started. I am sure by now you all know what you have been taught in schools, as far as the history books go, Guardians for the most part showed up at the end of the first World War. The Genesis War I have heard it called," he waves his hand in the air as if dismissing it.

"Guardians have been around for almost as long has humans themselves, how ever it is true there has never been an amount like this before that war, and for good reason if World War 2 was anything to go by, or as i assume you like to call it The Apocalypse war." He scans over the faces for any reactions.

"The sheer destruction caused by using powered humans in a global fight. More lives were lost just by the feed back of the powers rather than the actual combat, to this day, greater parts of former Germany and France are still uninhabitable even 36 years later. Not to mention Hawaii that was completely erased by the Japanese guardian that could not control their power."

"But you are not here for a history lesson... well not one like that. All of you are Guardians, through either an act of heroism or the all consuming want, you have been given a power from the first Guardian, whom we refer to as 'Fate' and you were drawn here, from now on you will work along side G-tv and your fellow Guardians to make a name for yourself. Be it good or bad It matters not to me. My job here is just to make sure none of your powers go out of control and could pose a danger to the innocent. Oh and answer your questions while we wait for whomever is coming to bring you get you set up in the back."

((This is basicaly A remake of the tread I made 5 months ago, and that nick_y based his off, this time I decided to put actual background info for the universe so there would be less confusion))

42 Comments
2015/01/31
20:04 UTC

3

Recruitment Open - Inexperienced Supers Welcome!

You heard right folks, we the leaders of all of your Guardian news and the only place to get your fill action packed Guardian fights are looking for new Guardians to join our ranks! If you or anyone you know has recently shown signs of any potential Guardian powers come on or send them down to the Guardian's registry office in Nova City, and we'll start you down the path to stardom. You can get the chance to work with legends like Blight or Crisis-Girl. You too can be a rising star like Arcadia XII, Lux-Paragon and Armament. Come on down today!

50 Comments
2014/11/17
20:38 UTC

7

"Everything you've ever know is dead, child. Come with me." The village burns as the witch speaks to you.

7 Comments
2014/11/02
02:53 UTC

8

A Wizard is sitting at a campfire smoking a pipe. Tell him your past and he will tell you your future.

Wenden the Wizard sits at his campfire, watching the embers dance in the wind.

"Do you want to learn what your future is?"

4 Comments
2014/10/14
04:59 UTC

6

A Man with a terrible burn scar on his right cheek approaches you.

Hello sir, could you lead me to the townhall?

68 Comments
2014/10/12
14:31 UTC

5

Does anyone here have experience with White Crystal Resonance Engines? Stuck on Mars and need help!

So I was trying to come back from Titan to Earth when I suffered some damage to my ship when crossing the Asteroid Belt between Mars and Jupiter. I am currently in Explorer City on Mars, however I can't find anyone who can works with White Crystal. Willing to pay top dollar to repair my ship.

13 Comments
2014/10/12
03:50 UTC

4

Hi, my name is Daniel Sprat, and I'm looking to take over this here village. Mind stepping out of the way?

143 Comments
2014/10/05
19:54 UTC

2

The Weather-Witch, Kaiden Tempest, is still kidnapped. The Blind King has put out a slightly higher reward.

15 Comments
2014/09/12
23:19 UTC

5

The Weather-Witch, Kaiden Tempest, has been kidnapped. The Blind King has put out a reward for his return and says to all approaching heroes to go the great river where he was last seen.

23 Comments
2014/08/22
04:54 UTC

5

[Fantasy] While traveling across the Grand Forest, you come upon a bonfire...

While traveling across the Grand Forest you come across an Orc at a bonfire petting his pet wolf. A large boar is cooking on the fire while another boar is lying across from it, ready to be butchered and cleaned.

"Hello, weary traveler. My name is Maro. I have hunted this forest for a few weeks now. I have been fortunate with today's hunt with these boar, and you are welcome to feast with me. But first, what is your name?"

5 Comments
2014/08/14
04:27 UTC

6

We here at GTV are now starting an open casting call to all potential new Guardians!

You heard right folks, we the leaders of all of your Guardian news and the only place to get your fill action packed Guardian fights are looking for new Guardians to join our ranks!

If you or anyone you know recently shown signs of any potential Guardian powers come on or send them down to the Guardian's registry office in Nova City, and we'll start you down the path to stardom. You can get the chance to work with legends like Burnout or Crisis-Girl. You too can be a rising star like Arcadia XII, Lux-Paragon and Armament. come on down today!

18 Comments
2014/08/13
19:22 UTC

3

[NEWS] Situation in Tecarian Space Continues to Deteriorate

05/05/30: Tecarian Imperial Enforcer patrols on occupied worlds begin to thin to roughly half their previous levels.

07/05/30: Terrorist attack kills Imperial Enforcer patrol and 30 civilians, 60 other bystanders are wounded, Tecarian officials state that the terrorists used high end military grade munitions, blame foreign espionage.

07/05/30: Tecarian Imperial Enforcers put down a riot on Orrelia as civilians protest their perceived inability to protect anyone but themselves, chemical irritants are used, 54 rioters are wounded by Enforcers.

08/05/30: Naval forces establish a blockade around Tecar, no ships are allowed onto or off the planet, Imperial officials authorize use of siege reserves to maintain standard of living on Tecar.

08/05/30: Tecarian Imperial Enforcers crack down on looters and rioters in the wake of the Tecar blockade, civilians report heavy weapon fire in the cities.

09/05/30: Imperial Enforcer patrol found dead on Tecar in Unity Park, no statement is issued.

12/05/30: Peregrine starfighter collides with an apartment complex on Tecar, killing 21 residents and wounding 32, no statement issued.

13/05/30: Tecarian government goes silent.

14/05/30: Tecarian Imperial Enforcers cease patrols on occupied worlds, civilians report sounds of combat and distant fires from local military bases.

15/05/30: Imperial Enforcers on Tecar stop all patrols, crime rate spikes empire wide, local police forces on occupied worlds struggle to cope without the aid of Tecarian Riot Control Troopers

20/05/30: Armored divisions from the Tecarian Army deploy to cities on Tecar to restore order, using lethal force against any crowds that resist dispersal, death toll unkown.

21/05/30: Terrorist strikes all across the empire tear apart now abandoned government structures in population centers. Death toll unkown

21/05/30: Terrorists strike Armored divisions on Tecar. Death toll unkown.

23/05/30: Civilians on Tecar report minor tremors.

23/05/30: Reports of sounds of combat all around the empire become more frequent, several strike craft crash land in sparsely populated areas.

26/05/30: All communication from Tecar ceases

23 Comments
2014/08/12
00:47 UTC

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