Roman Empire RPG

[Hells Sniper]

This RPG will take place in 120 A.D. The Roman Empire is at its peak, but many are outraged and angered by the Roman leaders. Rebellion has started, In 117 A.D. the Emperor and two of his three heirs were killed by an unknown party. They later declared themselves as "Ribellione" (The Rebellion) Rules: 1. This RPG takes place in the Roman Empire Era. 2. Please see Character Section to choose your class and affiliation. 3. Use weapons only available to each class, see Weapons Section 4. Do not kill other players unless permission is given. 5. Do not be overpowered. One Legionary cannot take on a hundred rebel legionaries. 6. Please be involved with the storyline. 7. Absolutely. No. Sex. 8. Limit the characters knowledge and technology to the timeline. Stick to the timeline. 9. Characters must stick to their affiliation. 10. Have fun and Enjoy! 11. This RPG is not going to be related to history. It's an entirely new world, so you have complete freedom when making your characters. I only ask that you stick to the "technology" and knowledge that was available during the 190's A.D. The story is going to be completely different from history. Characters: 1. Senator – The Voice of the People (Approved Posters Only) 2. Legate – Legionary/Equites Commander (Approved Poster Only) 3. Legionary – A soldier in the front lines -- Sagittarri – An archer 4. Equites – A cavalry soldier 5. Centurion – Could command a small section of the Legionary or Equites 6. Naval Personnel – Crewman 7. Praefectus – Navy Fleet Commander (Approved Posters Only) 8. Rebellion Legate (Approved Posters Only) 9. Rebellion Legionary -- Rebellion Sagittarri 10. Rebellion Equites Weapons: - Roman swords are the Gladius or Spatha - Roman spears and javelins are the Hasta (spear) and Pilum (heavy javelin) - Shields are the Scutum, Parma, or Cetratus - Pugia - Dagger Character Template: Name: Sex: Age: Rank/Class: Traits: Weapon: Back story: Chain of Command: (Roman Army, SPQR, Rebellion) Please post your character sheets...and I will begin the story. ************************************************* Name: Aquilinus Apulit Sex: M Age: 47 Rank/Class: Emperor Picture: Traits: Intelligent, young for an Emperor, strategic, born to command, born scholar Weapon: Gladius - Bodyguards of Praetorian Guard Back story: Aquilinus was born into the Empire in 73 A.D. He went to the best schools, graduated top of his class, and was known as a born scholar and commander. He was part of the military for some time until in 117 A.D. his father and two older brothers were murdered by an unknown party. Aquilinus and others knew however that a rebellion was starting and he needed to take control and reorganize Rome. He took control and become Emperor to show the people that there was still hope. Since then, he has been doing the best he could, protecting and even expanding the Empire. He still seeks the Rebellion, who is hiding, out of his reach. Chain of Command: Emperor Name: Quadratus Nero Sex: M Age: 49 Rank/Class: Legate Picture: Traits: Tall, dark brown hair, muscular, commanding, beard, proud Weapon: Spatha and Hasta Back story: Quadratus was born into poverty and an orphan at age two. He grew up in the streets and learned to take care of himself. At around nine years old, the military found him and he was forced into the Roman army. He became an excellent fighter and leader; winning a majority of the drills he took part in. By 42, he was a Legate and clearly sought honor and pride, something he never had before. Chain of Command: Roman Army Name: Vetus Germanus Sex: M Age: 67 Rank/Class: Senator Traits: Old and feeble, great mind and extremely intelligent Weapon: Pugia - Bodyguard Back story: Vetus was born into a family, his father a known Senator of the SPQR. He struggled in the beginning of his life, but before no time was in the SPQR. He and his family also had a close relationship to Aquilinus, who comes to him in dire situations. Chain of Command: [STRIKE]SPQR[/STRIKE] Rebellion Name: Malleolus Octavius Sex: M Age: 51 Rank/Class: Leader of the Rebellion Traits: Average height, intelligent, muscular, uses others to do his commanding Weapon: Spatha and Hasta Back story: Malleolus was born into the military, but his father and mother were brutally murdered by the Praetorian Gard, he sought he would never be like them. However, within two weeks he was forced into the army, and then he figured out his true purpose. He would overthrow Rome. Malleolus gained supporters and became a commander in no time at all. He used his high rank to learn about Rome, and their weak spots. He and many others at the age of 49 killed the Emperor and his guard, along with two of his three sons. They retreated into the mountains, where the rest of the Rebellion was waiting for them. Since then, they've been hiding and even recruiting hundreds of soldiers and citizens. Chain of Command: Rebellion Map of Italy and the Roman Empire -- 117 A.D.