Hello, welcome to my little shop of horrors. I am Moniker. Now Here are a few things about myself as a writer and a role player. I've been roleplaying on and off for about 18 years. Started with MSN Messenger and eventually graduated into forums. I have a pretty busy life, so I can only reply about once a week. My replies are anywhere between 3 and 7 paragraphs and I am only looking for one or two partners. I love talking about our characters and the arcs we want them to have. I am an avid world builder and crafter of stories and plots. One more thing about this thread in particular. I am more story-centered with plots and concepts. I am a male player but my role plays will feature a cast of characters that can be male or female with their quirks and personalities. I can play both male and female characters.
As I've said before I love writing Horror. But that isn't my only bread and butter when it comes to writing or roleplaying. I am always open for suggestions and if horror isn't your thing but you still want to discuss writing together have no worries because I will gladly take part in a chat about a plot for a roleplay. But because I am the Eldritch Moniker. A lot of my plots and concepts will contain an element of horror. Not all of them will have the same level. Some might be goofy jump scares designed to make you get startled into a giggle fit. Others could be Lovecraftian level of horror. And then there are some that only a select few would be brave enough to participate in. That being said I have devised a rating system to help you select your level of fear while we write together.
As I've said before I love writing Horror. But that isn't my only bread and butter when it comes to writing or roleplaying. I am always open for suggestions and if horror isn't your thing but you still want to discuss writing together have no worries because I will gladly take part in a chat about a plot for a roleplay. But because I am the Eldritch Moniker. A lot of my plots and concepts will contain an element of horror. Not all of them will have the same level. Some might be goofy jump scares designed to make you get startled into a giggle fit. Others could be Lovecraftian level of horror. And then there are some that only a select few would be brave enough to participate in. That being said I have devised a rating system to help you select your level of fear while we write together.
Moniker's Horror Rating System
Sunshine and Lollipops
This is the lowest level of horror you could imagine there will be no scary parts aside from something like practical jokes. Nothing to worry about everything will be fine. No one gets hurt we all have a merry good time together. This level is probably pretty watered down or anyone. Here you will find meadows through an eerie forest. There is no real danger aside from the skittering critters on the forest floor. The owl that hooted just a few moments ago. You might get lost in an autumnal back drop of the Appalachian mountain range. But you'll find your way home.
Plots
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Dastardly and Typical
This rating is the staple for horror. You will find levels of terror from Steven King to Wes Craven. Most people are comfortable with this level of horror. There are no significant concerns about participating in something that would be considered here. A mild level that will feel familiar and comfortable. You invited your friends over to play a game, the game you chose, Ouija. You thought it was a parlor trick, a mental manipulation that made you think it was moving on it's own while you subconsciously pushing the planchette. But it's moving on its own without anyone touching. The room drops in temperature, you can see your breath, something you can't see has entered the room and now the real game begins.
Plots
Nefariously Grim
This level of horror tends to be where most people seem to tap out. If you choose to be within this realm of terror you may experience things like increased heart rate nervous sweat. Spine tingling sensations. Unlike the previous categories, this one is something you would expect out of the scariest movie you've ever watched if you are a horror fan like myself. You hang out here most of the time with other insidious villains. YOU ARE NOT OKAY!
This is in the middle of the tier list, you should have never entered the house. But a dare is a dare, only problem is now you are locked in with three other people. Somehow you all were separated, you can't hear your friends' voices. The house is so cold, vacant, and dark. You've never felt so alone, the world around you reduced to the small area the flashlight on your mobile device.
As you search for your friends, the house becomes a labyrinth from which you can't escape. Back tracking is impossible as it seems like the doors move and rooms you came from lead to other rooms you never been to. The house itself comes to life and with no sign of the people you came with it's beginning to seem like you might be trapped forever. Until you all manage to make it to the main floor. The front door opens as a message to leave.
This is in the middle of the tier list, you should have never entered the house. But a dare is a dare, only problem is now you are locked in with three other people. Somehow you all were separated, you can't hear your friends' voices. The house is so cold, vacant, and dark. You've never felt so alone, the world around you reduced to the small area the flashlight on your mobile device.
As you search for your friends, the house becomes a labyrinth from which you can't escape. Back tracking is impossible as it seems like the doors move and rooms you came from lead to other rooms you never been to. The house itself comes to life and with no sign of the people you came with it's beginning to seem like you might be trapped forever. Until you all manage to make it to the main floor. The front door opens as a message to leave.
Welcome to Despair
This level of horror comes to a point where even I the Eldritch Moniker can sometimes find a scare and impress myself with my abilities to cause terror. Here you can expect that things will escalate to a point where your character experiences true danger. And if you thought you were safe you are sadly wrong. Not for everyone and it will come with a warning/disclaimer. Here you will find that things will escalate to a very fine point. There are real stakes and your character is not protected by the plot. The likeliness of death increases as the story gets closer to the ending and it will seem like all hope is lost.
But keep going because even in the darkest tunnel there is light at the end. You might be growing desperate now but push through find your courage to face the treacherous path ahead and find the clear skies on the other side. Despite everything there is going to be a sufficient ending where acceptable circumstances and outcomes are achieved through true grit and determination. You especially need that determination to make it through this level or you may get lost in the depths of despair.
Plots
This level of horror comes to a point where even I the Eldritch Moniker can sometimes find a scare and impress myself with my abilities to cause terror. Here you can expect that things will escalate to a point where your character experiences true danger. And if you thought you were safe you are sadly wrong. Not for everyone and it will come with a warning/disclaimer. Here you will find that things will escalate to a very fine point. There are real stakes and your character is not protected by the plot. The likeliness of death increases as the story gets closer to the ending and it will seem like all hope is lost.
But keep going because even in the darkest tunnel there is light at the end. You might be growing desperate now but push through find your courage to face the treacherous path ahead and find the clear skies on the other side. Despite everything there is going to be a sufficient ending where acceptable circumstances and outcomes are achieved through true grit and determination. You especially need that determination to make it through this level or you may get lost in the depths of despair.
Plots
Abandon all hope ye who enter
This is a realm even I rarely venture to, as the Moniker I am required to come here once in a while but very few will join me. A requirement for this level of terror is a safe word that a participant can use at any time should things become too much. You will experience triggering situations that are designed to push the very limits of the imagination. Do not consider this level of terror unless you are mentally fortified enough to handle such things as scenes of graphic suffering and grotesque monsters that will haunt your mind even after you find yourself in your safe space.
If you enter this realm of horror be prepared to not make it through. There is no guarantee that our characters will succeed and the villain does not. There is no where to run, and you cannot hide from the inevitable. Facing the very real danger of mortality, if you choose to follow the path at this level you will find things that trigger you, saying you have no trigger is not something that exists within this realm. If there was ever something to push the boundaries of the sanctum rules it would be this one.
This is why a safe word is needed, because there is only so much even I can tolerate (and I write it!) There is a very real possibility that you will likely quit because it became too much, or if you are like me and sometimes like to dip your toe. This will open the pit in your stomach that feeling of falling when your in a dream, the opposite feeling of butterflies fluttering in your stomach. There is going to be certain events that might make you sick.
Plots
If you enter this realm of horror be prepared to not make it through. There is no guarantee that our characters will succeed and the villain does not. There is no where to run, and you cannot hide from the inevitable. Facing the very real danger of mortality, if you choose to follow the path at this level you will find things that trigger you, saying you have no trigger is not something that exists within this realm. If there was ever something to push the boundaries of the sanctum rules it would be this one.
This is why a safe word is needed, because there is only so much even I can tolerate (and I write it!) There is a very real possibility that you will likely quit because it became too much, or if you are like me and sometimes like to dip your toe. This will open the pit in your stomach that feeling of falling when your in a dream, the opposite feeling of butterflies fluttering in your stomach. There is going to be certain events that might make you sick.
Plots
All levels of horror will comply with the forums's rules of conduct though the final two may push the limits of those rules. Choose wisely with the path you have been warned.
Pairs
Adventuring party (2 or 3)
Knight x Royalty
Vampire x Human
Werewolf x Human
Demon x Human
Post Apocalypse Survivors
Detective x Criminal
Killer x Victim
Master x Apprentice
Any others you might be interested in
Pairs
Adventuring party (2 or 3)
Knight x Royalty
Vampire x Human
Werewolf x Human
Demon x Human
Post Apocalypse Survivors
Detective x Criminal
Killer x Victim
Master x Apprentice
Any others you might be interested in
