PEARLS OF PERSIA
It is said that shifting sands do not a good foundation make*, and yet the seat of Eastern power has rested on the golden sands of Persia for nearly a hundred years. Peace in its basest form has managed to persist by the shah's order. And in that peace, a restlessness has grown in any aspiring individual. Idle hours can only draw discontent, and to those with formidable spirits, the remaining option to them is often one of great enterprise.
One need not go far to seek thrill and adventure in the Persian Empire.
The silk road takes many a bravehearted man or woman through Persia's sprawling reaches. Through arid deserts teeming with the treacherous Rocs and sand golems, and over jagged, snow-capped mountains, where scaled, winged monstrosities are rumoured to perch in their lofty peaks. Sailor upon sailor cross the waxing iridescence of the Black Sea, hoping and praying that the massive Leviathan that lurks below does not come to surface. Fantastical beasts flock the skies above. And the mysterious djinn of Arabia lie amongst the shadows, a fleeting dream to the unsuspecting traveler. The simurgh's song rises above it all, falling across the great city of Isfahan like a sitar's lullaby.
And adventure still lies in the folds of Eastern deities. For where there are gods, there is trickery, and none are so tempting, so tantalizing as the ones that surround the treasure they covet and hoard. It is said to solve Ananias' Square will leave a man richer than even the shah himself. And legend tells it that to find the temple of Bastet will lead to the discovery of the greatest treasure trove history has ever seen.
It would be a shame to leave such treasures untouched...would it not?
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Q & A
- What's this rp's setting?
Hi! So this rp is a reimagined Persian Empire, if you will. A lot of the elements about its culture and geography will be taken from history, but there are also many fantasy details added to this world as well. Some countries and animals will be familiar. Others? Not so much.
Our story will focus on a group of enterprising individuals searching for legendary treasure. The politics and culture of the current Persian society will make an impact on the rp as well, so be prepared for political intrigue, drama, and of course ADVENTURE! Lots and lots of it. This is intended to be an overall fun rp, so while we'll have our dark and serious moments here and there, the emphasis will be on light-hearted prose.
- What are the player expectations?
I'm looking for committed players who are down for some good quality writing, character building, and occasional world building. I'm looking for about 4-6 people max for our little party, and posting expectations will be at the bare minimum biweekly.
- Wait a minute, every two weeks? But sometimes you don't even post that often, right?
Don't ever talk to me or my rps or my rps' rps again.
- Is there lore for this?
Why yes! But it will be posted only at the time of sign-ups. Why? Because I'm an ignorant slut who likes to make people read as much as possible in one sitting.
*a line borrowed from @Red Thunder