although this resilient bunch owes their roots to killing demons and performing exorcisms on the side, they're down to fight just about anything these days, from vamps and werewolves to ghouls and shapeshifters...
just as long as they have time to study for calc afterward.
on the coast of california, just an hour down the road from san francisco, you'll find the quiet college town of magnolia springs. the people are friendly, everyone knows everyone, and the rain constantly outweighs the sunshine. it's as normal as normal can be... only that isn't entirely the case. like every town, magnolia springs has its fair share of secrets, and unfortunately its problems just keep adding up. crime is becoming more and more rampant with each passing day, not to mention the significant rise in missing persons reports. of course, the people are panicked, and with no real conclusions, they're at a loss. maybe things would be a bit easier if they knew about the supernatural, but luckily, there are people who can worry about that for them.
magnolia springs isn't like most places. it has a knack for attracting the strange and unusual, which typically arrives in the form of supernatural beings hellbent on causing problems. that's what the hunters are for--in magnolia spring's case, five college students who constantly give up their could-be-studying time in favor of hunting monsters... plus an angel who probably has better places to be.
hunters: humans who have enhanced abilities, such as strength, agility, and a better sense of the supernatural. you must be born into hunting. however, there are a few supernatural beings who take up the profession as well in order to eliminate the bad apples from their species, or give themselves a better name.
vampires: most commonly known as 'bloodsuckers' or 'leeches'. cannot walk in the open sunlight for very long; die by fire or decapitation, which will turn them to dust. have enhanced senses and abilities, as well as powers that vary depending on the vampire in question.
werewolves: basically just giant puppies, only a lot more dangerous with sharper teeth. mostly keep to themselves and can shift at will. however, they tend to become more aggressive and violent as the full moon approaches, which can end in disaster. many live in packs, but loners are not unheard of. not on terrible terms with hunters, but silver does the job if you get into any trouble.
demons: vary by species. some are alluring and attractive, while others are freaky as hell. dangerous and not to be trusted under any set of circumstances. can rarely be killed, but can be exorcised and forced back into hell. in short, they're a pain in the ass.
angels: not winged toddlers who sit in the clouds all day. angels are heaven's warriors and messengers. they've been known to help hunters in the past, as many supernatural beings-- mostly demons-- are a threat to humanity. tend to have an extremely righteous moral compass, and care deeply about humans. all angels possess some healing abilities, and can hide their wings while taking on a more human appearance.
witches: anyone can become a witch, you just have to learn spells and magic. some are more inclined to the craft and have a better chance at honing it.
of course, the list goes on and on, but this is just the general lore. there are plenty of other creatures wondering around the shadows--from ghosts and ghouls to banshees and shapeshifters.
not gonna harp on this too much. just don't be a dick and try to involve everyone. this thread will rely heavily on plotting from all perspectives, so it's important that everyone contributes! as far as character creation goes, diversity is always encouraged, and if you can't handle that, you probably shouldn't join. form is a free-for-all, just make sure to include the basics. all characters should be between the age of 18-23; they're college students. lastly, be mindful of the fact that this thread may include some sensitive topics.
small note: hunters can be non-human. i'll allow this in small doses, but you'll need to give your character a solid reason for becoming a hunter despite not being human. this shouldn't apply to all of the hunters though--one or two at most.
the group consists of five hunters and one angel who unfortunately got stuck with the responsibility of babysitting a handful of reckless college students.
the hunters — [5/5]
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the angel — [1/1]
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