Ruins of Ephlesia

[Shaderic]

A long time ago, there was a game on the ps1 that I fell in love with.

It wasn't very well known, or popular, but I loved it to bits.

It was called Threads of Fate. In Japan Dewprism.

You know, the only thin I didn't like about it was the how the ending all but shouted there was a sequel in the works...

Said sequel never came.

But... The story continues, regardless.
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Southern Gaia

Carona Port
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Klaus wiped his forehead clear of sweat, as he hurried around the docks, supervising the loading of his gear onto the ship by the East Heaven workers.

He'd never dreamed that the East Heaven Kingdom would recruit him for their Ephlesian expedition. Nor that they would send one of their best ships to the remote city he lived in just to pick him up.

When he was younger, he remembered his professors being responsible for their own transport to the site. All their sponsors would do was provide money for the trip, and occasionaly man power. A talented guard, if you were lucky. Now...

Klaus gazed at the massive ship, a wide grin splitting his face.

They were providing the transport, all the manpower he could possibly need, and had even already negotiated with the locals for access to the Ephlesian ruins. Or, so he'd been told anyway.

Apparently, the Queen was too busy to come herself, but sent her regards. And, if what else was written in the letted he'd recieved, was sending along one of her personal aides to assist the expedition.
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And, that's all I've got right now.

I have to run, but I've got some plans.

What I really need is sugestions for a villain.

 

[FinalMax]

I am so glad I am not the only person here who has played that game. Still got the disk, and I too want to see more of that franchise.

 

[Shaderic]

Okay, I've some time again.

This story takes off right at the end of the 'True' end off Threads of Fate, with Rue and Mint off to the Ephlesian Ruins in search of a [Relic].

This is being 'funded' by Mint's sister Maya, who's the current Queen of East Heaven Kingdom. EHK is particularily interested, because some of Valen's Dolls are supposed to be buried out there in Crystal Coffins, as well as some interesting artifacts.

Crystal Coffin is my own term. It's what Rue and the other Dolls were stored in, before they 'awoke'.

Klaus is along for the ride with his family, because EHK remembered that this is the guy who basicaly did all the research on the Dewprism, and figured out how to unlock Valen's Dimensional Fortress.

Meanwhile, [Relic] Hunters from around the world are starting to make their way to Ephlesia. Rue and Mint are going to have some serious rivals this time.

Of course, the reason for this mad rush is that, recently, some one managed to undo the main seal on the Ruins. For the first time in years, it's possible to actually get into the desolate place, and look around. Maybe grab some treasure... If the traps and monsters don't kill you.

I've actually got a plan on what the Ruins actually are too. (What's this, foreplanning? In one of shaderic's threads? Nay, it cannae be.)

Anyway, COMMENTS! IDEAS! HELP!

Suggestions for [Relic] Hunters!
EDIT:
PLAY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2z9cG9Lc7g&feature=related

Clarifying on what I mean by [Relic] Hunter suggestions, one of the most memorable things to me about ToF were the characters. They were all pretty interesting.

These Hunters aren't the focus, but I don't want to just shirk them.

So, I'm looking for suggestions about them. I don't want cameos, though, just to let you know. Cook up someone original.

 

[Shaderic]

Okay, I just re-watched the hidden Ending, for the first time in years.

This sorta changes the dynamic. Still the same basic plan, but it seems there'll be some digging by the EHK expedition, before the Seal is broken, drawing adventurers from around the globe on rumors of a powerful [Relic].

Now, why didn't you see many of these guys in ToF? Simple. Carona was believed by the Hunter community to be a dead end. When you talked to people in town, they'd talk about how some treasure hunters had already come and gone. But, it seems like the rumors kept Hunters coming.

But, once the EHK breaks the seal on Ephlesia, that'll be news. And it'll travel fast.

Anyway, come on. I need some OC Hunters.

Some submissions would be nice.

Oh, maybe I should explain what exactly a [Relic] is, for people who didn't play the game.

A [Relic] (Yes, it goes in brackets) is a type of ancient artifact. [Relic]'s were created by the Aeons, powerful sorcerors said to be powerful enough to move even the distant stars. Unfortunately, despite being insanely powerful, they were still mortal. Old age and infighting killed them all thousands of years ago. All that remains are their powerful tools and artifacts, which are called [Relic]s.

Anyway, [Relic] Hunters travel the globe, searching for these magical artifacts. Reasons vary... Money, prestige, power, love, revenge. The only thing they all have in common is the desire to obtain a [Relic].

That said, this world is part classic sorcery, part magitech. So, feel free to go a little wild. Don't be afraid to mix in a classic swordsman though. Just make sure that they're interesting and well rounded. Good or Evil, it doesn't matter.

Feel free to make up places, too. The only places that really get mentioned in game, are the Western Desert, Carona, and the East Heaven Kingdom. Everything else is just close to Carona.