Hey! Would anyone be interested in starting a group for the paranormals? I came across this book one night about the Arcanus Society about a group of psychics banding together to investigate crime. Do you think it's a good idea? That paranormals can somehow have a secret branch with a lead paranormal heading it? A branch is a group of paranormals who each use their gifts depending on the source or outcome. I enjoy reading the psychic detective books at one time. Anyway, let me know what are your thoughts. It looks to me as if the paranormals could come together as one.
Comments. This is for paranormals and anyone playing one
I think the idea is neat, but not sure if Steven would be willing to work anywhere near the police. He has an aversion to law enforcement as a general rule.
It sounds like an interesting idea. Of course, Kaitlyn has a little trouble with authority figures and tends to go traipsing through buildings she has no business being in... but still. Might be fun just to see how she'd react to someone approaching her about joining some society like that. :)
So, the pattern I see forming, is that none of us likes the law. Maybe just a gang of para-norms? Not necessarily to wreak havok, but to kick ass when needed. I know Steven would be down for that
I know I keep referring back to it, but in the Dresden series, there is something known as the Para-net. Essentially a band of paranormals with slight powers (as in not lycanthropes, vampires, or powerful magicians like in the book) that keep in contact via e-mail, cold drop points and whatever else they need. The idea in the book was so they could watch each others back and investigate if something supernatural happened to them. If it's something that they couldn't handle they'd eventually tell a good or tell the police..sometimes.
Titus would be interested, of course he's Law Enforcement, but he's not that bad. It would give him and probably some paranormals a chance to belong since most other supernaturals have, clubs, orders, cabals, packs, prides, murders etc. etc.
-- Edited by TITUS on Monday 27th of June 2011 03:22:39 AM
A group for the paranormals sounds like fun! Of course, you'd have to pull Lori in kicking and screaming if anyone wants her to use her telemtry. And not so sure she'd do the dectective/cop thing. But still an interesting idea
-- Edited by LORISSA MCDERMOTT on Monday 27th of June 2011 02:27:47 PM
Yeah! I thought since Jess got something started, a lot of the others too then why not a paranormal branch! Branches often is constructed where paras get together, form this chain. They do get clients, para abilities is used and it's kinda of like a telemarketing thing except no bill collecting, nothing of that sort. One book I read was a girl and these other psychics in a branch who had their own offices, each useful to a client based on the client's situation such as a clairvoyant for locating something or things like that. That's what I meant when I said, how about a branch. They can be good for the community, each one is unique, special, each good with their own gifts. I do like it too. As for the cop thing, doubt it. It's more of a shelter for them than a detective agency but I can see what you guys mean. Not everyone likes authorative figures, they can be intimidating. -knocks on door, pad and pencil in hand- "Ma'am can you answer a few questions" I mean that is a scary experience. Asking questions -nods-
Due to my character's history, I think he would be okay with doing jobs for a branch like this once in a while, but not have him be advertised out to the public for what he is. Honestly, if he knew Santino had a file on him, he would go apeshit.
True. Not a good idea for my character's abilities to go notified. He'll be a valuability than someone who'd be hunted. Ashley tends to keep hush hush for his precognition. -hides and understands what Lorissa means now- Besides for the use of any of his abilities is first a cost, he never uses it for free for good reasons.
If you wish i could use an Npc of mine (A former character in Lost(Ny) City of Dreams) who in many other Sl's was very useful in "contacting and calling together" the "Super-powered" individuals in a city for meetings, Events and during times of need. Some of you might remember Ryan Nash. He is neither On the side of Enforcer agencies.. Nor the Rebellious individuals despite the company he keeps. After noticing how spread out we were i had debated munch on creating a place where Paranormals could go in terms of a "haven" to Train, Relax and for some Come to terms with their Gift/Curse.
I don't know about starting one, but I'd participate in one. Alessandro is a psychic medium anyway--he can be utilized in investigations and the like, because he sees dead people. He can help solve crimes, missing persons, etc.
(sounds like a band of mutants from X men to me! LOL)
-- Edited by ALESSANDRO on Thursday 8th of September 2011 02:32:19 PM
I do have a conceptual group of Npc's that could run such a building for people. The Group was known as the Renegades in previous incarnations and they did offer assistance to anyone who desired it. Whether it be a place to stay while in trouble. Or learning to harness ones power to a new level they would help where they could. Joining on a more permanent basis was optional as well but they were not the X-men in any way. I'd consider them more of a support group.. or a group that keeps the general population from seeing the uglier points of the various races. The most common play for this group was in New York but they had several other "houses" within most of the major cities including New Orleans and L.A.
There fashion of keeping the doors open were perhaps a bit shady but nothing that involved a true threat of harm to anyone. The head of the New Orleans house was usually run by several individual's who each handled various responsibilities like.. One would handing the Housing issues, Another Moral, Yet another financial data and the last two handled Security and training and the such. respectfully aside from these five there were others that resided there all npc's for now of course but if enough people used it I'd find convenient ways to make them move off to one other houses that will not be in the game other then mentioned from time to time.
Those that decide to permanently join can possibly find themselves doing things for the community such as helping at soup kitchens, Aiding in restoration of an area and other skill trades that they'd teach you. In many ways it's a place to learn. to live and to feel safe.
For the players it'd give you a chance to post things in the game and excuses to meet new people while doing various jobs. If your the kind who has problems introducing a character this would be a great way to do it.
-- Edited by ARIC on Thursday 8th of September 2011 04:38:21 PM
Most of the time the police have a section that deals with Paranormal crimes, it was in the Anita Blake books a RPIT team. They are trained to handle paranormal things. It sounds interesting, but I don't think any of my paranormals (which is just Linore) would ever join. Then again she doesn't know she's anything but human lol.
RPIT was basically the paranormal Swat squad.. Much like the exterminators of that series handled assassinations of paranormal beings of high danger levels.
I'm not sure if that was translated over.. since this storyline is in fact derived from several sources yet none are completely remaining in their entirety.
I agree that there should be a group for the paranormals of the Sl.. Much like all the other groups (lycans in their various flavors, Mages, vampires) have something going.
While the police wouldn't probably like citizens butting into their affairs as it can mess up a case.
Having a third party with a facade of being just a community center group.
Could also be having other agendas under the surface and that makes more sense to me personally.
Especially considering the fact that there are ways of tracking down Paranormals particularly if you can access Text messaging resources.. Phone calls and other electronic devices. I mean if you want to be hunted down.. I can help do that if the mods let me. But if everyones like that.. then theres no point to it because they won't work with others.. and thus have a lone wolf syndrome.
Which let me say. There is nothing wrong with that in a fashion but everyone has a point where they have to work with other people to do something. IF you simply wait for play to come to you prepare to be sadly disappointed.. Most people want to do the same as you and have it come to them. This isn't the point of the Sl.
I always felt the other groups handled their own rogue members just fine. maybe it's time the paranormals did the same. I'm curious to see what others think about the idea.
-- Edited by ARIC on Friday 9th of September 2011 08:13:43 PM
So your saying, if this ended up happening and the paranormals joined this thing to work together, and the few that don't want to be bothered, or are still hiding what they are, or don't even know what they are yet, will be singled out, or will be considered rouges and dealt with? I call B.S.
Last I remember, Paranormals are human people. I don't really see a large group of Paranormals all working together for a common whatever (unless its something threatening their way of life). It sounds more like a forced Cult than a group of people coming together willingly.
I understand why the Lycanthropes do it. I also understand why Witches come together as well. But Paranormals are neither animals or real magick users. They are completely different. I can see a few knowing each other, and perhaps a pair of them being together out of friendship, love, or training. But not because there is a correlation of paranormals which they must join otherwise they are punished for not wanting to partake of this group.
I suppose it'd depend on the situation there.. Like if i was them.. having a pyro who likes to set fires on peoples homes for fun would be a liability.. Liabilities are dealt with in human culture no? either locked way.. contained.. or killed? Because.. i'm pretty sure that's what the judicial system is for in human culture.. but make no mistake about it. Paranormal aren't really human.. but their not truly supernatural either.. they straddle that line. Now if i was to turn that Scenario into a plain old arsonist who's destroying property it'd be fully fair to lock them away no? There are exceptions to the rules.. Such as those who's powers can't actually harm someone. where does that line cross? When you can Influence a human beings behavior through your power.. harm them with it.. or destroy them with it. I don't see any of the mediums or healers doing that.
But there are threats there and keeping a low key has always been on the paranormal agenda has it not?
I'm not suggesting a governing figurehead. I'm suggesting that there be those who specifically handle the paranormal issues no different then the beasts handle their own issues as do the Vampires.
I am also suggesting something of a school. A place where if they do fuck up and it's accidental not intentionally they're given a chance to learn from the mistake and how to defend themselves without endangering others. As i see it. a Paranormal with destructive capability being loose is no different then a crazed vampire killing just because they can. Or a Lycan running around infecting people.
it gives the Humans first ammo.. not something most of the supernatural groups need. They'll always have threats but the Paranormal group is by far the most vulerable if found out. Not everyone is willing to look past the fact their empowered. Nor will every paranormal be on good terms with humans. Many might not be and would rather ignore or blantently shun humanity. Others yet might actively or passively cause trouble for them in revenge. and then there are the ones who think of themselves as guardains and friends of humanity. Honestly I'm not the best at communication but i thought i made that clear.
-- Edited by ARIC on Monday 12th of September 2011 04:51:00 PM
And IF a Paranormal went crazy/bad or anything on the side that was hurting people. The team trained to take on Paranormals (RPIT) would come in and take care of them. When ANYONE be it lycanthrope, vampire or other breaks the laws and harm people... Well... The LAW takes care of it. They go through the court system like any other. All but vampires and most lycanthropes. That's where an executioner comes in (Ash Redfern) to put the end to the vampire or lycanthrope that is doing harm/killing people.
The human first people will ALWAYS have ammo against anyone. Because, LIKE people... they all have a breaking point, or a point when the power becomes more than a way for it to be controlled.
What I'm saying is that, for me as a player and has a character, having a paranormal "group" is pretty useless. The law is there if people go bad, they will (eventually) get caught/tried/and punished. So what's the point of having a group to "control" the other paranormals? Sure, it would be interesting if it worked like AA in some way. Having a buddy system for paranormals who share some of the same powers or such. Even so... if paranormals are required to join the way some animal groups work, then people (because THEY ARE people) will act like people they will either cave or rebel. -Waves hand- I would rebel and more than likely die in the process IF you wanted to single them out like rouges and give them no choice but join, get the fuck out or die.
Sooo Cypress mun.. Let me ask you why your posting on your wolf when you have a perfectly good paranormal account =). Second if you had read all my posts it was an optional thing but i was also throwing out ideas. So maybe instead of being a big ole negative downer/Crusher.. You could oh i don't know give actual ways for the paranormals to HAVE a way TO be supporting each other rather then small grouped clumps in the wind. =)
I already was looking over the boards more closely and noticed that we did indeed have far too many law enforcement officals according to most players. But i will say that 90% of paranormals have a power that could be practiced through visualization and meditation techniques. Having people to teach or help them through the process wouldn't hurt anything expecially considering that you have so lovely pointed out the system already in place. I don't see why any judge in their right minds who normally order anger management classes wouldn't do the same for someone with a power.
Of course your likely one of the rebels who got insulted by my eariler comment about people wanting play to come to them. Honestly you shouldn't take it personally some people just don't like starting scenes and prefer not to stretch themselves out to new people. I only say this because i haven't noticed you in any of the rooms i've been in recently though i totally admit that i remember seeing your character in LOST NY i never got around to offering to play a scene with you.
We have a massive amount of both wolves and Paranormals. The wolves are appealing because once your in.. you HAVE "possible" play with your own race that doesn't involve hunting them down first. This goes for many of the other groups as well and while i admit the legends, Nephilium and Fey are all pretty much by themselves. I find it amazing that the mention of a possible group for the paranormals is being taken so harshly rather then real thought being applied to make it into a more friendly idea.
So in that regard i'll politely step back and leave this topic alone. Thank you for your consideration.
