Welcome to The Duality of Man, an original animanga role-play that features numerous supernatural creatures. Unfortunately, these various species have distanced themselves because of the war that occurred thousands of years ago, plaguing some with eyes that only see their dualism. While others meddle themself with their differences, two groups fight, each attempting to eliminate the other in for their definition of worldly peace. These two groups of the Terror Response Syndicate (TRS) and the Assembly of Phantoms (AP). With individuals fighting merely over their differences, it brings uncertainty to the outcome of this war.
We happily accept all role-players as long as they obey the rules and are capable of meeting our word count of 50. This does include those who are unfamiliar with this style of role-playing. The staff of The Duality of Man are willing to happily help those who are new to the role-playing world so they feel comfortable on site. Feel free to message the staff if you need help, they can be found here or in the site Discord and will gladly answer questions alongside calm concerns. If you have any suggestions we would love to hear them; guests may use the support board as a suggestion area as well. Should you decide to join, may I say welcome to the site and we all hope you enjoy your time here.
Yours Truely,
The Staff
season
Summer 2022
Heat has broken through into a glorious summer. The snow has entirely dried through the spring, leaving to the brilliance of the warmer months. Terror activity has risen as people are brought out of their homes, leaving the TRS in a position of consistent work. Each are attempting to maintain victory in the endless struggle for power.
With April, an activity check has arrived for members to do! Please post on the AC and tag all your accounts, including WIPs and OOC accounts. Failure to post on this AC will result in your accounts being marked inactive or deleted. Please note, due to a late start, the due date for this check has been adjusted for one time and one time only.
[attr="class","mrright-lyrics"] IT SCARES ME HALF TO DEATH
[attr="class","mrright-post"]Satisfaction will always lead one back to the living -- as the saying goes: curiosity killed the cat but satisfaction brought it back. Its a wonder on how seeking knowledge could likely lead to the downfall of some. "Knowledge can be everything child," he spoke as he began to place some of the books back on the shelves, tidying and even rearranging so they're all in order. "While it is not my business to pry, I would like to know the intention of the person who wishes to seek such knowledge from my collection." [break][break] There is a deliberate pause as red orbs look over to certain scrolls in one section -- as if his mind is restarting and finding the proper words to convey. "As for a certain book, is there a particular hunter you follow by? I have scrolls to books to which might interest you." There are countless of styles to which you can kill a skinwalker, the question is whether or not you wish to pursue the different methods. [break][break] Janus led the red-headed woman to the aisle before turning to look at her directly. "There are some knowledge which you should not pursue and skinwalkers are beings which can be... quite complicated for the matter. Are you sure you want this knowledge?"
[attr="class","mrright-lyrics"] IT SCARES ME HALF TO DEATH
[attr="class","mrright-post"]The unfathomable amount of anomalies have increased since creation itself. Certain truths can be laid out so carefully if one perceives the information through the eyes of the one causing such disastrous relief. The double meaning of chaos fights itself into existence, yet, through visions of another it could be so many different things. All the books, written and published to the public are one-sided; telling the story of a single edge blade -- but, the vastness of Archaic Knowledge has stories from both sides and even ones that have never been heard.[break][break]
It continues to grow, and many people check out books for hefty amounts of time. Red orbs look over to the familiar flaming red. This person in particular has yet to return a book. The wolf-life skull tilts back, orbs looking up before positioning itself properly on the body. "Skinwalkers, they are within the cultural and species section, there are signs that will guide you to it. But, as I have to go pass the certain section myself, I shall accompany you if that is alright."[break][break]
He took his time before gathering a couple of books in his arms, with a couple of short strides he was then in front of the counter; with his free hand he took her to the right direction. No words left him as he walked towards the section. "What brings you to needing such a book?"[break][break]
Curiosity could be knowledge, it could also lead to one's downfall.
Archaic Knowledge, also known as ArK was established since the founding of Lorsette. While ArK has no affiliation to any organisation, they serve as neutral grounds. The person running ArK is a man by the name of Janus, who supervises and collects books for a living -- opening ArK has always been an agenda.
[break][break] Located in the suburbs of Lorsette, Archaic Knowledge takes the shape of an apartment complex exceeding the height of 15 floors. In front of the building there is a sign that reads, "Archaic Knowledge, a record for lost time". Due to its location, Archaic Knowledge hosts charity events, read alongs, and other activities. Inside of the building, it is lit with a soft hue of blue and yellow for the eyes to adjust accordingly. Each floor is dedicated to certain elements, however, floors twelve to fifteen are off limits due to certain books that should not come to light unless granted permission by the owner.
the staff.
Listed below are the staff of ArK. If you wish to work at ArK, please find the contact information to the left in order to learn more about the process.
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janus - owner
[attr="class","arkstin"]the owner of ark is a mysterious person, who has shown interest in those who seek knowledge. due to his tendency of keeping his whereabouts a secret, not many know what he truly does other than watch over the books in his massive library.
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two assistants - close
[attr="class","arkstin"]archaic knowledge is a rather profound and grandoise place. janus has hired two assistance to work with him on book-keeping, inventory, and accountability when it comes to him leaving the library on urgent matters.
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other positions - open
[attr="class","arkstin"]while archaic knowledge is known for a revered place to study or even ask janus questions (if he is ever spotted), there are always other positions people can take. examples vary, and all is necessarily welcomed.
The most common appearance of Janus would likely be how his skull stands out more than anything. He has a skull of a wolf while his horns are that of a goat. Instead of normal eyes, he has red beams of light that are in the empty sockets of where his eyes should be. Sometimes, although not all the time, his eye colour will change on how he feels. Unlike the normal height of golems, Janus stands about eight feet and a half; most humans and some come close to the height of his chest.
When he loses control of himself, his appearance changes. His form takes on an appearance akin to that of a beast; a monstrous being that appears taller and thinner than his normal physique. A collar of black feathers all around his neck flowing to his back. Tails and claws appear, to make such a situation worse, his horns curve more towards his face. The series of rib bones curl around his chest to form an extra ribcage to protect his most exposed area -- the heart. A beating brilliant red that glows whenever he's in his monstrous form.
Truth be told, Janus is a creature who seeks knowledge, any knowledge to this fact. Janus does not know the bounds of emotions. Emotions are one-sided, he does not understand the feeling nor will he ever will (at least to his knowledge). Critically, Janus was given this name and fated to be one who leads many doorways, who knows how many. They adopted this name after devouring the stories of the Romans for the sake of passing the legacy of anything of those who are willing to learn.
abilities
IMMORTAL. as a golem, janus is immortal -- but not invulnerable. they can live up to thousands of years if needed be, but also have vulnerabilities that could tie them to death.
KNOWLEDGE EATER. when they were created, their master wanted all knowledge in the world. as such, they embedded a certain spell where janus is able to attain certain knowledge by "eating" them. in regards to devouring humans, he does this too -- but it's rather known that he eats their memories with the consent (as of thousand years ago he does it with consent).
TRANSFORMATION. there was a protocol installed, or rather an instinctual animalistic behaviour made to devour those in its path. this path of destruction made for the pursue of protecting itself. however, consequential as it is, the way to kill this beast is to pierce the exposed heart.
ILLUSION. (advanced) if there is by chance a form one person does not like, he will appear as an average height person with amber eyes and blonde hair. because none would like to see his born self, he has given himself this spell in a catalyst of a ruby, if this is destroyed, everyone shall see the monster.
backstory
You are not perfect. You are the creation of what should be knowledge. Creation is due to greed, to nourish that imperfection all people want to have. Even so, the creation, the world, everything. Alchemical creation is even possible. Wander. Wander. You're another monster made from imperfection. There is one, one person who holds themselves to speak to you out of this world. A person by the moniker, Titania; whether this be the actual Titania, you could never know.
None matters as you feast. Knowledge is power and power is knowledge. In the shadows, you help kings rise and fall. You let history write itself as humans become what they want to be. You give limited knowledge and let said knowledge corrupt all souls. So you lose your way. The one to give you a message would be Da Vinci, to keep the knowledge to yourself to runaway and so you did.
A library made to disappear, you are the library and the authors of many who's works are designed to be seen sometimes. For those who listen, it matters the most. After travelling for so long, you have given solitude a new name -- and death has always been a friend as monsters chase you around, hunting you in the name of their lord you truly do not understand the devote to.
To aid you in this cruel world, a witch gave you a ruby enchanted to make you look human -- and so you walk amongst the humans. Thousands of years, walking amongst them doesn't give you pleasure at all for you cannot understand human nature. Everything has been curious and you wander with all the knowledge in your mind as a physician or a doctor. All ailments, you could possibly cure -- and some you cannot.
misc
+ Janus does not remember their creation, rather, they will always have vivid memories of their creator.
+ Janus' library is one that is not in one place, but, due to a certain situation he has kept his library from moving.
roleplayer info
☆ NAME FLEUR
☆ RP EXPERIENCE 4 LONG HOURS OF NAPS
☆ TIMEZONE EST
☆ GENDER A POTATO
☆ AGE GRANNY
☆ OTHER CHARACTERS IMOGEN GWIN ERIK CARSONS NATALYA BENSON
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The skin is created by Wolf of Adoxography and Gangnam Style. The thread and conversation remodels are by Kagney. The Strange Reality board list, Heal My Soul info center, I Remember Now mini profile and Electric Requiem profile remodel is made by Pharoah Leap. The Who's That Member member list remodel was made by Tictactoe. The Cbox.ws Shoutbox remodel was made by Trinity Blair. All templates used for claims, information sheets, applications, etc are credited to their owners; credits for these can be found in the threads the templates are use on. Images that are used on The Duality of Man are credited to their owners, however, they have been edited by Zac with a few being edited by Chibi Magician. The plot, rules and various other information pieces for The Duality of Man are written by Chibi Magician with the assistence of her co-admins, Finnegan and Dremulf, alongside other unlisted people who were kind enough to give their input. The TRS, AP and face claim were all created by Fleur for specifically the use of TDOM. All plugins used on The Duality of Man are credited to their owners. The templates my members use are credited to their maker, if you find a template that belongs to you, but is uncredited, please speak to Chibi Magician or the member themself. Characters created on The Duality of Man are credited to their owners and should not be used elsewhere without the creator's permission.
Special thanks for the members of TDOM who make suggestions to help make this site better. Even though we can not accept all suggestions, we immensely appreciate it. Thus, we give credit to any additions that you thought of and were later implimented by the staff, because we are glad you give us these excellent ideas.