-
Here is where the story will be updated with recent events, so new players can find it easier to join. This roleplay will proceed in chapters, and as such, the summaries will also be divided into chapters, to make it easier to understand.
Chapter 1
A Peace Keeper by the name of Hainer, has begun his day of patrols in the city of Bellus, where an execution will take place at midday. He runs into a young beggar girl by the name of Evellienn. Without a family, she often resorts to mischief and has a bit of a run-in with Hainer and another city guard. A slight altercation begins with the three of them, and they part ways shortly after, before the execution takes place.
A man named Seth is placed on the execution stage, warning the citizens of Bellus that something lurks in the mountains - something that will eat them all. In an effort to avoid a panic, he is swiftly executed, as the city guards and officials crack down on those who are secretly associating with the rebellion group, Grandora.
As the following day comes, Hainer learns that Seth was seeing a malicious entity known as The Rat King, and tries to find out more by questioning the mischievous Evellienn about the self-proclaimed King of Rats. Eve reveals the sinister nature of The Rat King, and states it is Hainer’s best interest to avoid delving deeper into researching the mysterious being, if he values his life. However, ignoring Eve’s warnings, he ventures into the Willows with his partner Gules to see what he can find.
The two quickly find themselves ambushed by a lurker, injuring the two guards. However, not without cost, as Hainer takes the hand of their assailant, giving them time to head back into the city for medical help. As Gules recovers due to his injuries, Hainer continues to work as his injuries were minor in comparison. Meanwhile, Evelienn angers her boss, costing her finger as punishment, landing her in the same hospital as Gules, where Hainer begins to spark a friendship with the young girl, offering her advice and helping her cope with her situation.
Chapter 2
As the two begin to get familiar with each other, Hainer is paid a visit one night at his home, by one of Eve’s bosses - a man by the name of Groll. An enforcer for the gang Eve works for, and Guss’ right hand man aka The renowned Rat King. Groll skirmishes with Hainer, resulting in Hainer losing the duel and being beaten into a bloody mess.
The following day, Hainer’s colleague Trisha, a Peace Keeping investigator, stumbles upon the body of a young boy by the name of Jeremiah - another beggar similar to Eve. Hainer inquires about the boy to Eve, who reveals she knew Jeremiah, and that Hainer must cease delving further into Eve’s bosses and the mafia she works for, otherwise the consequences will be dire. In an effort to protect her, Hainer arrests her to put her into the safety of a cell, despite being against Eve’s will, and knowledge.
With Eve safe and sound, Hainer lures Groll out of hiding once more, in an effort to get rid of him. The young man awaits for Groll to arrive, and by nightfall is visited by the behemoth once more. The two begin their fight once again, and although Hainer puts up a fight, Groll’s strength is proving too much to handle, the longer the battle draws out. However, to Hainer’s luck, Trisha is hiding in the shadows and aids Hainer by hurling arrows at Groll, weakening the man. Hainer uses this to this advantage, and launches a vial filled with poison at Groll, slowly killing him and sapping him off his air.
Relieved that Groll is now dead, and more importantly happy that Hainer is also safe, Eve celebrates her period of freedom with a hot meal. The two soon meet with a young woman by the name of Alyria - a wealthier citizen of Bellus living with her family in the Bunberry District. Alyria states she has information about Seth’s execution, citing a book that possibly delves deeper into his final words - a monster that lurked in the mountains awaiting to eat the people of Bellus.
Chapter 3
