Character Creation Rules/Guide

This guide will outline the rules that are to be adhered to when creating a character on Shinobi Chronicles (SC). Throughout this guide, the Character Creation Template will be referenced. As such, you may wish to refer to it.

There is no limit to how many characters a player may have, as we allow players to have as many characters as they feel they can handle. However we ask that new members apply with only one at first. Upon approval of the first character and completion of a few successful role plays with said character, the player may begin applying for another. It should be noted that any player may only have one application in progress at any given time. Thus, they may not apply with two characters at once, and must wait for the current application to go through the entire process before applying with another.

As a rule, do not change any portion of the template for any reason unless instructed to do so. For fields that do not pertain to your character/application be sure to fill them in with 'N/A'.

The links below can be used for quick navigation in order to jump to a specific section.

Name

All character names should be Japanese names. This site is set in a fictional world that draws heavily from Japanese culture and influence. As such, western names will be entirely out of place. Names such as Adam, Brett, Jude, Jessica, Natalie, etc etc will not be tolerated.
In keeping with Japanese names, the Surname (Last/Family name) should come first, followed by the first name. A comma should always separate the names. Do not forget the comma!

Title/Alias

This is usually earned through RP. This is not a 'nickname' in the traditional since, but usually reflects upon the character's experiences and achievements. If your character already posses one, you are required to explain the moniker and its origins in their history. If the circumstance does not warrant the use of the title, you will not be allowed to use it.

Age

Be mindful of age in relation to a Shinobi's rank. There will be no Jounins at the age of 12, nor Genins that are 34. Below is a list of average ranges for age in relation to rank. Keep in mind that some fluctuation is allowed but try not to deviate from the standard in excess.

Academy Student :: 8 - 12
Genin :: 12 - 16
Chuunin :: 16 - 18
Jounin :: 18+
Elite Jounin :: 21+

While keeping in mind the age in relation to rank, if your application is for a specific village position you should be mindful of the age that would be associated with the position. For instance, the position of village elders will not be filled by Shinobi below the age of 50, Jounin Commanders will be at least 30 years of age, etc.

Gender

Male or Female. Nothing else.

Appearance

Here you must write out a description of your character in at least one (1) full paragraph. You should include things like identifying marks, wardrobe, and basic facial/body features. Be as descriptive as possible, even if you provide an accompanying picture because the picture may simply be a reference. Make no reference to having animalistic traits such as fox ears, tails, etc. If you are applying for a Seven Swordsmen position, keep in mind that their teeth are to be filed. This is to be kept in mind by everyone else as well, as this trait is not usually seen outside of this group (with the exception of the current Tsuchikage). Keep everything as realistic as possible.

Height :: Weight :: Build

Keep these fields realistic and in proportion with one another.

Hair Color & Style

Natural colors only, unless a specific clan trait deems otherwise, but these MUST be explained. Keep hair styles traditional or at least within reason.

Eye Color
Natural colors only, unless a specific clan trait deems otherwise, but these MUST be explained. Make no reference to the Sharingan, Byakugan, Rinnegan, or any other cannon eye trait.

Personality
Detail your character's personality. Include their likes and dislikes, how they interact with people in both large and small groups, their interests and hobbies, and the median moods and extreme moods they reflect. Requires at least two (2) full paragraphs.

Known Relatives
Follow the format below for listing their relative. You are only required to list immediate family. Even if they are adopted, list their adoptive parents and be sure to tell us they are adopted in the history even if the charactere is not aware of such.

- LAST NAME, FIRST NAME :: RELATIONSHIP :: AGE/DECEASED :: POSITION/RANK
-" "
-" "

Clan
This is only applicable if your character comes from a clan. The list of available clans can be found in the Clan Index. If a clan has an open spot in its Roster, you may attempt to apply for it. However, not all Clans are open to the public. Be mindful of the entries in the Index. If you are creating a custom clan, make sure to properly fill out the Custom Clan Template and post it in the appropriate forum, with a link back to the clan. Place a tagged link to your clan's approved page, or an open site clan. Make sure you do not post a URL, use the following tags:

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[url=URL GOES HERE]NAME OF CLAN[/url]

History
General Background information regarding your character, which requires a two (2) paragraph minimum for ranks of Genin and Chuunin. Jounin require three (3) paragraphs minimum. No character shall be permitted to originate from another village, go rogue and then become part of another village. This would not be kosher within any village, even in times of war. There will be no Missing-nin/Rogue Ninja characters at this time. You must be part of one of the main villages.

Be as specific and detailed as possible when creating the history of your character. Trials and tribulations, summaries of their childhood and what a typical day would be like for them is welcome. Do not include dialogue in your history. This is to be written from a third person perspective.

Be sure to include:
The specific age at which they entered the Shinobi Academy of their respective village.
The specific age they graduated to the rank of Genin (if applicable)
The specific age they passed the Chuunin Exams and were promoted to Chuunin (if applicable)
The specific age they were promoted to Jounin by their respective Kage (if applicable)
The specific age they were promoted to Elite Jounin (if applicable)

Affiliation
You must list the hidden village your character is loyal to and the country the village is contained in.

Rank
You must list the letter rank and corresponding Shinobi rank for your character. The ranks and their corresponding letter ranks are as follows:
D-rank :: Academy Student
These young people make up the student body of the Academy, where they are trained and prepared for life as a Shinobi. They are not an actual part of the Shinobi force, as they are still in the process of mastering the very basics of the ninja lifestyle. However, they can be conscripted as part of the war potential in times of emergency.

C-rank :: Genin
Genin are the lowest level of ninja and also the ones that display the most difference in power. When they become Genin, Shinobi start to partake in efforts for their village's economy – being sent on missions that the village gets paid for. They are typically sent either on D-rank missions, which are almost entirely risk-free jobs of manual labor, or, rarely, on C-rank missions, which are a cut above that and begin to verge on real "ninja" work that have a very low possibility of risk to the ninja involved. In times of war the Genin will serve in the regular forces and during times that higher ranking Shinobi are running thin a Genin might be assigned to higher missions.

B-rank :: Chuunin
Chuunin are ninja who are qualified to guide other ninja and lead missions. Chuunin (Chūnin) have reached a level of maturity and ability that primarily consists of leadership skills and tactical prowess. Genin who do not have the skills to become Chuunin are weeded out in the Chuunin Exams. Some Chuunin move on to function as Academy Teachers while others serve as team leaders in charge of small teams who need to make decisions and utilize the skills of the Shinobi under their command to the maximum effect. Chuunin are typically sent on C-rank or B-rank missions. In times of war, they serve as the main force of any Shinobi Army.

A-rank :: Jounin
Jounin are generally highly-experienced Shinobi with great individual skill who serve as military captains. They are often sent on A-rank missions, and experienced Jounin (Jōnin) may even be sent on S-rank missions (which are considered to be the greatest difficulty). It is not unusual for Jounin to go on missions alone. Jounin are generally able to use at least two types of elemental chakra, some genjutsu, and above average taijutsu skills. They serve as battalion leaders and commanders during times of war. Often, they take on a squad of three Genin that serve as their students. They are expected to train them and help them with various low-rank missions.

S-rank :: Elite Jounin / Kage / Elder / Sennin

** NOTICE**
For the time being, no player shall have their character start off in this rank category.

All Kage positions but the Hokage have been filled. For more information on this matter visit the Announcement Board.

The Elite Jounin are the top-notch Jounin within their village and are usually very lethal. They function as regular Jounin for all intents and purposes but may be assigned as Division and Company Commanders during times of war.

Elders are advisers to a Kage and are powerful, however they do not rival the Kage in power and only posses the abilities of an Elite Jounin.

Sennin are the sages of a village and are allowed to wander the world on behalf of the village they represent. They tend to be great sources of information for any village and have powers that nearly rival the Kage's.

Kages are the leaders of one of the five most powerful Hidden Villages and generally are also the most powerful ninja in their respective villages. They are collectively known as the Five Kage.


Combat Style
Requires a brief (a few sentences) description detailing the character's approach to combat in an advantageous situation. Describe how they would fight in a situation tipped in their favor. Are they stealthy, analytical, or evasive? Do they prefer the offensive or defensive? Are they long-range or close combat fighters, or are they best suited as support for others?

Specialization
Choose two (2) from the list below to specialize in. Keep the following rules in mind:
- A character can use jutsu of any rank that are within their specialization.
- For categories that you do not specialize in, you may only use jutsu of up to B-rank for that category.
- One must specialize in Puppetry and Eijutsu to utilize ANY jutsu from these categories.

Choose from the following:
Ninjutsu :: Ninja Techniques
Taijutsu :: Body Techniques
Genjutsu :: Illusionary Techniques
Fuuinjutsu :: Sealing Techniques
Kenjutsu :: Weapon Techniques
Eijutsu :: Medical Techniques
Kairaijutsu :: Puppet Techniques

Special Abilities
Refer to the Special Ability Index. The Starting Limits for each rank are listed below. For a series of abilities that are similar (ex. the Strength Series) you must start with the C-rank equivalent, regardless of rank.

Starting Limit for ranks:
Genin :: 1
Chuunin :: 2
Jounin :: 3

Chakra Nature
Refer to the Basic Chakra Nature List. You may start with one (1) Advanced Chakra Nature. However, you must then possess the required basic natures for the advanced nature and follow any other constraints described in the Advanced Chakra Nature List. You will also be required to explain how the character came to be familiar with the chakra nature and who taught them. Genin will only ever have one nature. The only exception is if they possess an advanced nature, but keep in mind that the Genin will not be very skilled with any of them.

Also bear in mind that a character can not use any rank of Elemental Jutsu if they do not have the corresponding Chakra Nature. For example, if a Shinobi posses the Earth Chakra nature only, they cannot use Fire Elemental Ninjutsu of any kind regardless of their rank. Only when they train to receive the Fire Chakra nature may they begin to use Fire Elemental Ninjutsu.

The Starting Limits for basic chakra natures are as follows:

Genin :: 1
Chuunin :: 1
Jounin :: 2

Chakra Reserve
Chakra Reserve is simply a letter rank that is designated to your character. This is an average of how strong their chakra is and also how much of it they possess, in relation to other characters. Chakra Reserve will rank up with Shinobi Rank but can also rank up independently of that by learning special abilities. The starting designations for Chakra Reserve in terms of rank is listed below.

Academy Student :: E
Genin :: D
Chuunin :: C
Jounin :: B
Elite Jounin :: A
Sennin :: S
Kage :: SS (Available to Kage only)

Inventory
List all items that your character carries and how they carry them. If they posses the Lightning Blade Creation jutsu, list the method with which it is used (scroll, tattoo, etc) and what is stored with the jutsu.
Refer to the Tools Index for a list of Basic Weapons and tools.
If a tool is not listed in the index and you wish to use it, you must fill out the Custom Tools Template and submit the tool as a custom, for approval.

A character may not use a Weapon that is ranked higher than their Shinobi Rank. Also, characters not specializing in Kenjutsu may not use S-rank weapons.

Jutsu
List all of your characters jutsu. You are required to separate them by rank. This list should only contain the name of the jutsu. A more detailed list is required to be posted for each character in the Character Arsenal List board. However, this is not required until after the character is approved. For more information regarding the Character Arsenal List, look below at the Other Requirements post.

All Canon and pre-indexed jutsu that are valid and/or allowed for use on this site can be found in the Jutsu Index. If you wish to create a custom jutsu, you must fill out the Custom Jutsu Template and submit it for approval in the Custom Jutsu Board with your character's name in the thread title.

Starting limits on jutsu, in relation to Shinobi Rank are as follows. These do not include the Academy (E-rank) jutsu. There is no limit on total jutsu and character may learn jutsu over time. However, when starting out they may not exceed the limits below.

Academy Student :: E-rank Jutsu only

• May not possess any jutsu above E-rank

Genin :: 10 total Jutsu

• May only ever possess one (1) B-rank Jutsu

Chuunin :: 15 total

• May only ever possess one (1) A-rank Jutsu

Jounin :: 20 total

• May only start with one (1) S-rank Jutsu
  
• May only ever possess two (2) S-rank Jutsu

Summons

Under Construction

Character Arsenal Lists

The Arsenal section of the Character Profile is to only contain the names of the listed jutsu the character possess, separated by rank. The Arsenal Lists will list the Character's Special Abilities (SAs), Custom Weapons, Jutsu, and Summoning Contract entries in further detail. This is to say that all jutsu and Special Abilities will be lists. Each Custom Jutsu and Weapon will require the full Custom Template be posted, and the details of any Summon Contract will be required as well. For an example of such a list, please refer to any of the Village Kage lists under the Character Arsenal Board.

This Arsenal List will also serve as the thread that you will utilize to request training for Jutsu, SAs, and Summons for that specific character. A training request will be made for each addition you wish to train, as per the Training Rules.

The Arsenal List Template must be used to create your Character's Arsenal List. Place the list in the Character Arsenal List Board with the thread title containing the character's name.

Character Arsenal Lists and the Board Signature

Players will be required to post a link to their approved Character application in their signatures, as well as a link to that character's arsenal. Please do not place direct URL links. Instead use the following BB code tags to link the signature with only the Character's Name followed by 'Arsenal'. Alternatively, you may have a picture in your signature that links to the character profile, but you are still required to link to the arsenal.

An example of how the basic signature should look.

John Doe :: Arsenal

Each of those would contain hot links to the profile and arsenal, respectively.

The URL Code:

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[url=PROFILE URL ADDRESS GOES HERE]CHARACTERNAME[/url] :: [url=ARSENAL URL ADDRESS GOES HERE]ARSENAL[/url]