Elandera

Correct.

Because the research functionally works as a bonus action, it will not appear in a Figment scan. Elim kills will not be differentiated from the Tenasi Pilot kill.

Hello! Sorry for the inconvenience. This game is starting over due to a mistake I made in the PM distribution. I accidentally gave a villager access to the elim doc, and decided a reset this early would be preferable to making someone leave the game for my own mistake. Thank you for your patience. You may begin deposing people once again. Please do not discuss your original roles/alignments until the end of the game. I will be sharing that along with the final write-up, but I would like to avoid any possible assumptions connected with the prior distribution. (Because I'm too lazy to try to come up with a new beginning, here it is again) The sharp crack of metal striking metal cut through the din of conversation in the assembly room. Once enough people ceased speaking, the High Minister’s assistant cleared their throat and spoke. “Welcome to this emergency session of the Superiority Council of Ministers. It has been called by the Department of Species Integration to discuss what they deem as disturbing and aggressive proposals from the Department of Protective Services.” Kaviq saw shuffling and gesturing as the gathered crowd showed their support or displeasure. Kaviq only barely suppressed their own gesture of annoyance, especially at seeing how many seemed to be in support of the baseless claim. The High Minister’s assistant continued in their flat tone. “Keras of the DSI, you are the one who pushed for this meeting. It is your chance to lay out your concerns.” A tall, red Dione adorned with antique steam-powered paraphernalia stood and pressed its lips together as it looked around at the gathered ministers. “We have done as the Department of Protective Services has asked and brought in lesser species to train. The tactics deployed by the DPS have been beyond aggressive.” It looked to Kaviq’s boss, Winzik and twitched its fingers. “They trusted us to protect them, help them into citizenship of the Superiority. Instead, dozens are dead. I move that the DPS no longer be in charge of the training program, and that the DSI take over the training of lesser species against the delvers.” Its declaration caused an explosion of muttering among the members, and several annoyed gestures from members of the DPS. Kaviq would almost call them angry, but they were above such base emotions. Who did it think it was, suggesting such a preposterous idea? Kaviq almost started to speak, but the metal gavel cracked again to quiet the room. “Keras has placed forward a motion,” said the assistant. “Does anyone second it?” A heklo from a different department gestured to get the attention of the assistant before speaking. “I second the motion placed forward by Keras and the DSI.” Kaviq clicked in annoyance. They were pretty sure they recognized the heklo as one who’d worked on projects with the DPS before. Layala? Was that their name? Either way, Kaviq dismissed them as an ambitious being who seemed to be trying to play both sides. It would be their end. “It has been officially noted on the records of this emergency council. As per our bylaws, both sides will have an opportunity to present their points. You have two hours to choose a representative and prepare your opening statements.” **** Layala took a deep breath as they stepped out into the open air of Starsight. Being cooped up in the assembly room surrounded by so many beings was overwhelming, but necessary. She was there to make a difference. And maybe mark out a little piece of history as her own. All sorts of beings flowed around her as she set off on a walk. She would not be taking part in the official discussions, and so had two hours to relax before having to listen to the debates. The aggressive move by the DSI was unnerving, but not nearly so much as what had happened to the poor recruits. Layala made an unconscious gesture, almost as if to try to ward off the heightened emotions. The lesser species who’d signed up for the defense program knew the dangers. Something grabbed her limb, startling her into silence. A large varvax, looking at her through the globe of liquid on their suit looked down at her and gestured for her to remain quiet. Layala bowed her head to show she would comply as they led her away, keeping a tight, almost painful grip on her limb. She couldn’t shout, though, couldn’t alert anyone without being aggressive. Instead, she let the varvax lead her away. To their headquarters. Through the maze of halls. To a room Layala hadn’t even known existed. There, in the middle of the room, was a black sphere floating above the ground. A nowhere portal. The varvax forced her forward. As soon as she made contact with the sphere, she felt herself stretching. Impossibly stretching towards the nowhere. To nothingness. Then there was nothing. Cycle One And so Mid-Range Game 47 begins (again)! If you have not received an updated PM but did sign up for the game, please let me or @Gears know. Basic Rules Player List This cycle ends in approximately 43.5 hours, on December 24, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. PST.

I accidentally gave a villager access to the elim doc. Considering it was still early in the game, I figured a reset was better than making someone sit out for my own mistake. I'll reveal the original distribution at the end of the game.

So funny story everyone... I messed up and accidentally broke my own game. The game is now closed! I'll be redistributing PMs/roles. If you're in any docs, please close out and remove them. I'll be getting rid of them.

There would need to be some kind of balance with the people in more than one faction that keeps them from entirely selling out one faction over the other. You'd also need to make sure each one had the same number of potential traitors, so they don't feel cheated.

Would you like a spot on the MR list? You can also ask experienced GMs if they can co-GM with you to help if you're still nervous when you spot comes around.

The sharp crack of metal striking metal cut through the din of conversation in the assembly room. Once enough people ceased speaking, the High Minister’s assistant cleared their throat and spoke. “Welcome to this emergency session of the Superiority Council of Ministers. It has been called by the Department of Species Integration to discuss what they deem as disturbing and aggressive proposals from the Department of Protective Services.” Kaviq saw shuffling and gesturing as the gathered crowd showed their support or displeasure. Kaviq only barely suppressed their own gesture of annoyance, especially at seeing how many seemed to be in support of the baseless claim. The High Minister’s assistant continued in their flat tone. “Keras of the DSI, you are the one who pushed for this meeting. It is your chance to lay out your concerns.” A tall, red Dione adorned with antique steam-powered paraphernalia stood and pressed its lips together as it looked around at the gathered ministers. “We have done as the Department of Protective Services has asked and brought in lesser species to train. The tactics deployed by the DPS have been beyond aggressive.” It looked to Kaviq’s boss, Winzik and twitched its fingers. “They trusted us to protect them, help them into citizenship of the Superiority. Instead, dozens are dead. I move that the DPS no longer be in charge of the training program, and that the DSI take over the training of lesser species against the delvers.” Its declaration caused an explosion of muttering among the members, and several annoyed gestures from members of the DPS. Kaviq would almost call them angry, but they were above such base emotions. Who did it think it was, suggesting such a preposterous idea? Kaviq almost started to speak, but the metal gavel cracked again to quiet the room. “Keras has placed forward a motion,” said the assistant. “Does anyone second it?” A heklo from a different department gestured to get the attention of the assistant before speaking. “I second the motion placed forward by Keras and the DSI.” Kaviq clicked in annoyance. They were pretty sure they recognized the heklo as one who’d worked on projects with the DPS before. Layala? Was that their name? Either way, Kaviq dismissed them as an ambitious being who seemed to be trying to play both sides. It would be their end. “It has been officially noted on the records of this emergency council. As per our bylaws, both sides will have an opportunity to present their points. You have two hours to choose a representative and prepare your opening statements.” **** Layala took a deep breath as they stepped out into the open air of Starsight. Being cooped up in the assembly room surrounded by so many beings was overwhelming, but necessary. She was there to make a difference. And maybe mark out a little piece of history as her own. All sorts of beings flowed around her as she set off on a walk. She would not be taking part in the official discussions, and so had two hours to relax before having to listen to the debates. The aggressive move by the DSI was unnerving, but not nearly so much as what had happened to the poor recruits. Layala made an unconscious gesture, almost as if to try to ward off the heightened emotions. The lesser species who’d signed up for the defense program knew the dangers. Something grabbed her limb, startling her into silence. A large varvax, looking at her through the globe of liquid on their suit looked down at her and gestured for her to remain quiet. Layala bowed her head to show she would comply as they led her away, keeping a tight, almost painful grip on her limb. She couldn’t shout, though, couldn’t alert anyone without being aggressive. Instead, she let the varvax lead her away. To their headquarters. Through the maze of halls. To a room Layala hadn’t even known existed. There, in the middle of the room, was a black sphere floating above the ground. A nowhere portal. The varvax forced her forward. As soon as she made contact with the sphere, she felt herself stretching. Impossibly stretching towards the nowhere. To nothingness. Then there was nothing. Cycle One And so Mid-Range Game 47 begins! If you have not received a PM but did sign up for the game, please let me or @Gears know. Basic Rules Player List This cycle ends in approximately 47.5 hours, on December 24, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. PST.

Sign-ups are officially closed. The first turn will be posted shortly, along with all PMs.

Five more hours to sign up for this game!

You're now listed as a pinch-hitter. I don't know if I could call what I'm doing with your game helping.... but really, GMing is much less time-consuming than playing.

When you go to start typing in the doc, there's a bar at the bottom (at least on Android) for formatting the text. Text and highlighting colors are part of that. I don't recognize your pfp. Do you have a non-Ookla name I can use for sign-ups?

For some reason, I thought it went into January... Thanks! That makes things much easier.

Vote Count: Ookla the Grammatical/Connie (1) - Araris Furamirionind (2) - Ookla the Larkin/Ventyl, Lotus Ookla the Sprinkle/Jester (1) - Eternum Ookla the Larkin/Ventyl (1) - Furamirionind

I'm taking a lot of creative freedom with this, and my writing style leans towards dark. Even at the end of the book, not a whole lot is known about the political aspects of Starsight, just that the DPS and DSI don't get along well. Just duplicates.

Congratulations, you've earned the first PAFO!

As many as choose to sign up. There's no cap on this game, though I would like more than 10.

Thematically, a member of the DSI will see that a wild human has escaped Detritus, making them a larger threat than previously considered. They will switch sides, believing that maybe the DPS has been right all along.

Theoretically, if that happened it would be because the Delver got sick of the noise and decided to consume the whole of Starsight. No one wins.

Yes, and that would mean everyone dies. But please, I recommend against such actions as that would essentially break the game.

They cannot protect themselves at all, and they cannot protect any other person two cycles in a row. I will clarify.

"We've been suppressing the human scourge for decades, yet they only grow stronger." The dione's voice rang out clearly through the senate chambers. Kaviq snapped their claws, dismissive of the comment. However, they were of primary intelligence and restrained from chaotic outcry. Loud arguments and aggression were for lesser species. It meant civil discourse and opportunities for every member to speak. Even dione assistants who, in Kaviq's opinion, would be better off keeping their mouths shut. "And whose fault is that?" rebutted one of Kaviq's companions. They kept their voice even, lacking true accusation, though the implication remained. "The Department of Protective Services has had its hands tied by those in Species Integration. But every encounter with the humans prove they cannot be rehabilitated." "Is annihilation the best recourse?" It was another member of the DSI. A varvax, as far as Kaviq could tell. "They are a threat," Kaviq finally said. "To the entire Superiority, and even those outside our protection. If humans are allowed to continue, they will invite the Delvers to return. To consume everything we've spent these many centuries building." A new voice cut in, causing Kaviq to cut off any further argument. It was Winzik, the head of the DPS. "Which is why I propose a new project. Those at the DSI want to bring in lesser species, do you not? Give them a chance to prove they can be truly peaceful beings?" Winzik paused, looking around at each member of the senate in turn. Their certified human stood just behind them, an unspoken reminder of the constant human threat. "Bring them here. Offer them a place within the Superiority. Train them to channel their aggressive tendencies towards fighting Delvers. If we cannot stop humans without annihilation of their species, then we must learn to stop the threat they invite." The same dione as before swept two fingers to the side, suggesting disbelief. "What do you gain from this proposal, Winzik? Surely you don't expect us to believe it's because you want the citizenry of the Superiority to be more inclusive. Don't you consider lesser species to be a threat?" Winzik bowed their head. "The humans are getting closer to developing their own FTL technology. My only interest is in protecting the Superiority from any threats." Welcome to MR47: Conflict of Supriority! Here is a link to the rules for easier viewing, though I will list them below as well. This is based on Starsight, the sequel to Skyward. There are some spoilers in the ruleset, but it shouldn't ruin the book if you haven't read it yet. Basic Rules: Alignments: Roles: Sign-ups will close Tuesday, December 22 at 7 p.m. PST. @Gears will be my co-GM, and @Devotary of Spontaneity will be the IM. Players/Spectators/Pinchhitters Rule Clarifications Quick Links

Might want to check your work Alv.

You're forgiven, if you forgive me in return. I tunneled on you almost more than you did on me. Great game everyone! Especially the elim team. I should have known...

Araris and Gears are also listed as bordering elim. I trust no one, but don't have solid evidence against anyone but Connie to list them as firmly elim. As for the mislynches, it's very, very rare that an elim lets themselves be caught on all of the mislynches in a game because of the attention it brings. That's a far greater indicator of why I'm village, because I don't have the knowledge of who is elim and who is village and am thus more likely to be wrong than an elim. Edit: oh, and the spacing is weird because your text is justified.