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.
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Andrew should've anticipated the response he'd receive when mentioning his lack of eating but still when it comes does a soft whine leave his lips. The shark shifter gaze averts as a small nervous bit of laughter escapes from him. The look his husband gave him speaks for itself. Andrew knew he did something bad... Normally, he was much more equipped at avoiding this sort of situation but some habits still lingered from older days. When his mind was wrapped up in all sorts of things he couldn't help but default to something that was long trained into him. One of which was minimizing his necessities in place of being more productive or finishing the work that needed to be done. Why eat now when he could use that time to do more work? It was things like that which consumed his mind.
Andrew had since ceased doing those things- at least not as much as he used too thanks to the efforts of Xian. He hadn't fully grown out of it but for sure had he became a lot better than he was at the start of their relationship. Lots of reminders and consoling that it's okay if he focused on himself. Though rather than be upset about not finishing his work... He was more upset with the fact he failed to realize what he had been doing this time around. Something he thought he finally had control of... returning unexpectedly.
"Mmm...." A small groan as he gently pulls away from the spot he had cozied himself up against. "Food does sound nice right about now." Though he'd miss the warmth of his embrace. A small curse to himself for being so silly; now he wouldn't be able to embrace his husband as they usually would've during this time. "I... really didn't mean to let this happen. I was getting better at it too." A frown takes place on his features as he shifted himself on his lap. He sighed softly as he moved to his feet and his shoulders slowly dropped out of disappointment.
"Maybe I can finish in time for us to get some cuddling in at least..." Back to standing he had went while his hand held out for his husband to take. "I want to hold your hand while we head towards the lounge... " If they're unable to be as close as they usually were... he'd want to do this much. His head turned to look at him expectantly while his hand reached out for his husband to take.
Time and time again does his husband perpetually manage to get him in a weird stage of feeling awe but endless amount of respect for him. The way he always managed to skillfully coax him into his arms with such ease had the sharks piled up stress melting away. Andrew was more aware than anyone the state of his mind especially whenever he would began to heavily tunnel into work mode. All the progress made over the years of undoing his parents harsh and inhumane teachings momentarily ceases. This part of himself was one of the few things he hadn't been able to shake, at least not without the help of his husband. Xian was the only one who was able to pluck him out, save him from the poor habits and decisions he could make.
The words he spoked made perfect sense, too perfect to where Andrew could do nothing but stubbornly whine. He went back and forth within his mind. Did he go with his head? his heart? His eyes glance to the clock within his room... it had only been a few minutes since their break started. Perhaps he was being ridiculous-- it wasn't an unusual assumption to be made. "You aren't wrong..." his tone became quieter and he mumbled in response although his reluctance still remained slightly. "It'll be no good if we end up both being wired from stress..."
The arms that wrapped around him made a soft whine emit from his throat, his eyes throw his husband a bashful gaze as he was made to move along with him as he sat in a nearby chair. It was alone enough for the shark to know what his aim was here but he didn't hate or dislike it at all. It made his heart skip a beat and a familiar feeling of fluttering to arise in the pit of his stomach. He lets himself settle on top of his lap, sitting comfortably and leaning forward to further close the distance between the him and the man he loved.
The shark drops silent as he eases into his hold, arms gently holding onto the orange haired male as he snuggled him. His face rested down against his shoulder as he softly exhaled. The feeling of his strong arms embracing him, the smell that belonged to his husband and always did wonders in consuming him and calming him down. He breathed out slowly while he tried to let himself unwind from everything. Most of the time it took a bit for him to get to this willing state but the one thing that never changed was the guilt he felt for being so hesitant. His husband only wanted what was the best for him but his mind always denied the mere idea of doing something nonproductive when he was so focused.
"Xian, you're so...." He pauses as his head lifts up to look at his husband, his eyes full of love for the male before him. "Thank you for being here." Andrew leaned in to place a soft kiss to his cheek and when he pulls away he's flushing a little, a soft smile taking place upon his lips. "You wanted to talk about our days, right?" He leaned in to nuzzle his face against his beloveds, soft but faint hums leaving his lips out of enjoyment. "Mine is the usual but you... I want to hear about yours. Why don't you start us off, Xian!" Hearing about what he did was always better. Talking about work made him think about work, thinking about work made him realize he wasn't working... and the last thing either of them wanted was for Andrew to go back to the state he was in three minutes prior.
"I will comment that, uh... you mentioning lunch, specifically forgetting lunch..." He mumbles, eyes shifting away which shows the guilty conscience he had. "I've actually forgot to eat today... maybe it's why I'm so all over the place." Food always was a mood booster but when he's drowned within work, he can't help but not pick up the rumble of his stomach or the craving of eating something.
The days leading up to this meeting consisted of Andrew being frantic about whether or not if he was truly prepared to be one to take on an apprentice. Lots of days full of working with the reminder that their first meeting was within a few days; shared talks between his husband about his nerves but with the reassurance of him being told he'd definitely did a good job did he suck it up. Andrew himself had been trained by a capable individual so there was no doubt he could do the same. It wasn't as if the shark someone who slacked in his work either so perhaps the potential they saw in him taking on someone was for good purpose. Though... Andrew knew he became another person when he was serious.
His anxiety laid more in being to strict or harsh on someone who genuinely just wanted to learn and strive to be better for whatever reason they have for being within TRS or on the path to becoming a scout. His eyes gazed down at the clock on his watch, hand nervously tapping at his side. His first meeting with the female by the name of Holly Dandelion was only in the span of at least 5 more minutes. The shark couldn't help but question if she was going to show up? Did rumor of him get around already? A long sigh left his lips as his eyes closed briefly. Though in the moment he did just this, did a loud thud filled his ears followed by a youthful voice.
His eyes reopened to the last thing he expected to see; his apprentice on the ground after what he assumed to have been a fall. Andrew knew better to laugh and yet he couldn't help but chuckle. He went to move to help but she had already been on her feet by the time he closed the distance. "Are you alright?" So young... the youth before him couldn't help but make him think of his sister when she was this young. It put a goofy smile on his face as his head shake. "No, no... not at all. You actually have arrived at the perfect time." The first session was due to start within two more minutes so she couldn't have arrive at a time any better than this.
"I'm sure you were informed of this but my name is Andrew Blecher, a deputy for TRS." He nodded his head. "I've been working here for sometime and to finally be able to shed my guidance onto another person... I hope you can follow my teachings well." Before they got to doing anything... he wanted to allow her to speak her mind. "Did you have any questions? Something you'd like to know before we jump right into it?"
If you told Andrew he was going to be locked in a passionate kiss with the man he loved most at work of all places he would've called you silly and told you there was no way that would of happened and yet... he found himself doing exactly that. It wasn't uncommon for Xian to come by randomly during the day and spend sometime for him. His husband knew how good of an effect it had on him but Andrew no matter how many times they've done it found himself surprised by it. He was always slow in processing what was happening and the acceptance of... oh, this is happening followed suite. His mind had naturally been drilled in with the thought that once he was at work, he should only focus on work. A youth of strict ideals and expectations shaped him out to be a person who had a habit of overworking, focusing too much to where it starts draining him.
So this time with his husband was a good reset period. The strong hold of his arms around his body, the way he showered him in love made his stress dwindle with ease. It felt right but the crinkling of the papers on his desk make him snap out of the trance that Xian's love influenced him to be in. He pulls away with a deep breath, a whine of 'Xian' coming from the back of his throat as he inhaled to compose himself. He felt himself torn in two; wanting nothing more but continue on as they always do... although the weight of what he felt he had to take care of burdened him too. Such thoughts of if he really had the time to be all lovey when he know he had various documents to overlook, conversations to be had.
From the way he sighed, to how his shoulders dropped.. it's clear he's still stressing himself out but nonetheless his finger moves to gently tap against his husbands lips. "These keep distracting me..." It's a playful comment, words coming out in a teasing mumble. "I don't know if it's a good idea to keep doing this... I-..." He pauses to inhale, his tongue runs across his bottom lip. "I have work I need to do... It'd be bad if I don't get to it..." Although none of it was urgent, or pressing for that matter. Their time together hadn't even been too long... it was just Andrew's built in mindset of if you aren't doing what you need to... you're slacking off.
It always took a bit of convincing for Andrew to give in and let this needed time happen. He was a little too stubborn over this. He lets out a small grunt as he pulled his finger away to return that hand to resting gently on his back. It's frustrating to deal with the fight within himself; wanting to work to wanting to stay where he was... continue on with their little escapade of love. "but... I want you to stay here too..." Rather than it be a comment directed at Xian, it was more for himself. "Uugh..."
[attr="class","smoll"]Andrew has a defined build, giving the impression that he's someone who actively works out and tries to keep himself in shape. Judging by how defined his arms and legs as well he definitely is the type to put time aside to work out each day. He has lightly tanned fair skin with pink undertones. [break][break] He has thin and arched dark brown eyebrows with striking blue eyes that stand out. His most notable feature is the unusually sharp teeth he possesses as a part of being a shark. His skin is unblemished and is taken well care of. [break][break] Andrew's way of dressing usually consists of business-casual. Colorful button ups with various ties and some nice jeans, or long-sleeved tops with a pattern of stripes in one color than the base.
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[attr="class","letitle"]personality
[attr="class","smoll"]POSITIVE[BREAK] - CONFIDENT[BREAK] - CONSCIENTIOUS[BREAK] - ORGANIZED[BREAK] - DIGNIFIED[BREAK] - GOOD-NATURED[BREAK] NEGATIVE[BREAK] - REACTIVE[BREAK] - RESENTFUL[BREAK] - CRITICAL[BREAK] - WORKAHOLIC[BREAK] - AUDACIOUS[BREAK] [BREAK] MISC[BREAK] LIKES Scented candles, Sweetened coffee, working, photo albums, cooking, experimenting with seasoning, the beach, seashells, comfortable silence, swimming[BREAK] DISLIKES Being too hot, competitiveness, peanut butter, strong scented perfume/cologne, alcohol, surprises, fizzy drinks[BREAK] - Andrew likes swimming or relaxing in water when he has too much on his mind. It's a healthy method for him to reset or calm himself down if he reaches an inconsolable point. [break] - Andrew has a low alcohol tolerance. It's comically bad to a point where he avoids using anything too strong when cooking. Even wine can get him tipsy if he drinks too much.[BREAK] - Andrew also loves taking family pictures and his home is often filled with pictures of himself with his sister or Xian, and various other friends and relatives. He'd even be into making photo albums.[BREAK] - Andrew enjoys cooking as a hobby. He originally learned how to cook for ease of saving money but overtime has gradually come to love doing it for fun and making both his husband and sister happy.[BREAK] - Andrew tries to maintain a serious and strict image when working or doing any work-related task but in actuality is he a big softie at heart. He doesn't want to come across as being too gentle.[BREAK] - Andrew and Xian are technically married but have put off a wedding for work and various life reasons. Andrew does hope to be able to have their dream wedding eventually though.[BREAK] - His soulmate is Xian Blecher.[BREAK]
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[attr="class","smoll"]SHAPE SHIFTING | (EXPERT) ; animal is a tiger shark.[break] SIZE MANIPULATION | (BEGINNER) [break] SLIGHT ENHANCED STRENGTH/SPEED/ENDURANCE | (MASTERED)[break] SHARP SENSES/INSTINCT | (NATURAL) [break] MINOR HEALING FACTOR | (EXPERT)[break]
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[attr="class","letitle"]history
[attr="class","smoll"]- The parents he was raised about were very honest about their natures from the moment he was able to interpret the world through his own eyes with a sound mind. His parents had no hesitation with showing the colors of what they affiliated themselves with and the expectations they placed forward for Andrew to meet.[break] - Besides following their footsteps and becoming a devoted soldier of AP. They also made sure to be constantly challenging him academically and physically to make sure he was at the top of his class as well as stronger than anyone around him. With Andrew... he wanted nothing more to meet the expectations to earn their favor and receive praise for the efforts he placed forward.[break] - In the beginning it went as he hoped, the fruit of his labor was met with words of praise which made all the endless nights and days of sacrificing the chance of doing things kids his age had the chance to indulge in to shove himself into his studies or training his parents would provide for him. He worked hard to guarantee he would ace these things but eventually came a point where even if he made grand strides... they would still be displeased, look at him as if he hadn't accomplished as something amazing as he did.[break] - This only gotten worse around the few last years of high school. Their constant pressuring and strictness shaped him to be quite the workaholic, stopping him from engaging in any kind of break or off time which resulted in him getting sick from the stress. Rather than shed concern for him, they instead scolded him for being careless. It was when the gears began moving in his head after having been lodged still for so long.[break] - Around this time is when his youngest sister had been born. Andrew was ecstatic to be an older brother but with her birth came certain realizations he had been avoiding making for a long time.[break] - He started go against what they wanted which lead to countless arguments. The fights that would go on between them only got worse each time one would occur. It eventually lead to the final fight he'd have with his parents where he swore them off which in result made them disown and kick him out of the home.[break] - At the age of 17 is when he went against everything they had believed in. On a fit a rage did he join TRS in the scout ranks and slowly over a year and a half did he work himself up the latter. He proved himself to be a capable member and as he got used to working with TRS did he realize that he shared the same beliefs they did.[break] - It was what helped him unfold the fact of who he wanted to be rather than what his parents wanted him to be. It was when he was 20 when he had been promoted to being deputy in TRS. He took this as acknowledgement for his efforts and was motivation for him to work harder.[break] - The following two years had only gotten better for Andrew. He ended up developing a relationship with a fellow member of TRS who he'd later found out to be his soulmate. The two connected during a dance hosted by TRS and it wasn't long after that did the two begin dating. The natural connection between the two was strong and full of love the two had longed and deserved for so long.[break] - Just as it had always been a pattern in his life; once he obtained a good thing did the bad follow. Upon receiving a message of help from his sister did Andrew begin looking into getting her under his care. It was a rocky start but with the help of Xian did everything began to go smoothly. They manage to get her out of the abusive household and what came next was taking it to court. To improve their chances Andrew leaned on Xian for assistance and the two ended up marrying to further show the stability of the home they had for her.[break] - The custody ended up winning in his favor and he was granted custody of his sister. The years that followed were happy ones although Xian and Andrew weren't able to have the wedding the both of them would have liked. Andrew anticipates the day he'll be able to walk down the isle once more but this time in the presence of his sister and many more of those he cares for.
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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.
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