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 Posted: Thu Jun 14, 2007 7:30 pm
 I have walked the edge of the Abyss.
I have governed the unwilling.
I have witnessed countless empires break before me.
I have seen the most courageous soldiers fall away in fear.
(I was there with the Angel at the tomb)
I have seen your future.
And I have learned.
There will be no more Sadness. No more Anger. No more Envy.
I HAVE WON.
This is the way the world ends.
Welcome to Ambient Wonder Pride.
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:41 am
 Sometimes radar just doesn't cut it. Sometimes finding your way can turn into a journey of endless wanderings into the abyss. Because of this I have created a guide, a series of instructions to navigate you along. Good luck, soldier.Navigation [//001. Introduction post
//002. Navigation > Table of Contents
//003. Your Hierarchy > Valhalla SPARTAN-107, Gemini SPARTAN-305, and Derelict SPARTAN-708
//004. The Orders > The Rules
//005. Transmissions > Updates
//006. Fall From Reach > The story
//007. Recruiting and Ranking > Joining and Ranks
//008. Solider Biographies > Member Profiles
//090. Base Location > Pride Setting
//010. Base Interactions > Allies, Neutral, Enemies
//011. Base Language > Vocabulary
//012. Reserved
//013. Reserved
//014. Reserved
//015. Reserved]
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 7:14 am
 Unlike most prides normally lead by one, this base consists of two Kings. Some say it's for better protection of territory, others believe it's because both males were inseparable. For Valhalla and Derelict, both these reasons fit their truth.Note: Valhalla and Derelict are NOT homosexual (gay) in any way. They are best friends along with Gemini and it will stay that way.Valhalla SPARTAN-107  Quick Information:
Name: Valhalla SPARTAN-107
Nicknames: Vall, SPARTAN-107
Name Meaning: Valhalla is one of the maps in Halo 3 and the 107 is Chris's birthday
Date of Birth: September 25, 2007 (The day Halo 3 comes out)
Type: Normal lion
Stage: Adult
Pride: Ambient Wonder
Rank in Pride: King
Mate: Not sure
Background:
History: Most explained in story below
Personality: Valhalla has a strong heart and will fight for what he believes in. He uses his head and words rather than his claws and teeth, which makes fit to be a King. He is rather sensitives and ponders on certain situations until he either figures it out, or finally lets it go. Believe it or not, there is a very wild side to this young lion. Valhalla loves to have a good time and treats life like a party, loving to be the center of attention. However, he knows well enough his duties and makes sure those always come first even if he doesn't want to. Vall has little self confidence, however, there are times where he may act as if he were conceded. But this is only a way of reassuring himself. Valhalla is also pretty rebellious and tends to listen to his instincts more than what other say; this can be a good thing or a bad thing. Overall, Valhalla acts more so as the King than Derelict, but they both are still as important.
Skills: Valhalla uses his mind and his words, which can help in almost any situation. He also takes the time to contemplate on tough decisions, unafraid to ask his pride members for help when needed. he asks many questions and gives many answers/alternatives to people who seek them. Vall is also fun-loving, which means he could probably cheer you up if your having a bad day.Gemini SPARTAN-305  Quick Information:
Name: Gemini SPARTAN-305
Nicknames: Gem, SPARTAN-305
Name Meaning: Gemini is a map that you are able to play on Halo 2. As for SPARTAN-305, every Spartan in Halo 2 was given an identification number seeing there could more than one person with the same name. 305 is my number *points to name* and my birthday, she is supposed to be based off of myself.
Date of Birth: November 09, 2004 (The day Halo 2 came out)
Type: Normal lioness
Stage: Adult
Pride: Ambient Wonder
Rank in Pride: Queen
Mate: Not sure
Background:
History: Most explained in story below
Personality: Gemini is one tough cookie. For hanging around boys all her life and then becoming a Spartan, especially someone for her size, she had to endure a lot. Derelict and Valhalla enjoy daily games of tossing her around and wrestling with her, all of them in which she loves and simply laughs about. Gemini can be funny, serious, and caring either all at once or at different times. She makes a great Queen because of her natural leadership abilities and instincts to do what she thinks is right. Though she doesn't like being around large crowds, she will make sure her voice is heard when needed to be. She loves "the boys" more than anything else in the world and will do anything for them even if it costs her her life.
Skills: She listens. If people come to her with a problem, she will listen and try to give them alternatives to their troubles. She doesn't like being a Queen her pride members fear, she wants to be thought of as equally with the others. Because she is still a Spartan, her senses are unbelievable. She can run extremely fast, has great strength, quick wits about her, and is just an overall kick a** soldier. Gemini follows her heart and trusts in her own instincts, making sure never to leave anyone behind. Derelict SPARTAN-708  Quick Information:
Name: Derelict SPARTAN-708
Nicknames: Der, Dere
Name Meaning: Derelict is a map from the first Halo game. And SPARTAN-708 is the date one of my best friends' was born on, July 8th.
Date of Birth: November 30, 2003 (The day the game came out)
Type: Normal lion
Stage: Adult
Pride: Ambient Wonder
Rank in Pride: King
Mate: Not sure
Background:
History: Most explained in story below
Personality: Derelict is quite laid back for a Spartan that was always taught to be alert. He has a very good sense of humor and is often sarcastic. He can make anyone's bad day turn into something brighter and put many smiles on other lions' faces. He thinks of himself no less than a manly-man and tries hard to be the hero in some cases. He isn't, however, at all conceited like you might think. When Derelict discovers something new, he goes on about it forever and continues to try and find more ways to make it better. He is one odd lion, but is a lot of fun to be around. He doesn't like people that stab others in the back, and won't tolerate being used.
Skills: When Derelict sets his mind to something, he won't stop until its figured out or perfected. He thinks very logically and can figure out the most complicated of problems with a simple solution. He is hard working and dedicated to those he cares about, protecting and loving them to no end. He can sometimes be a bit of a procrastinator, but things end up working out in the end for him. He biggest skill is his mind.
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 7:54 am
 These are your orders, soldier. Failure to follow them will result in penalty or being kicked out of the Base. Memorization of these orders are encouraged. (not seriously, just sounded cool xD).//Follow Their Laws
No complaining
Follow Gaia's TOS and the Pride Land Rules
Whatever Kaoru says, goes.
PM Kaoru with joining forms (But NOT until after either the Kings or Queen have allowed your lion to stay!)
Post questions in thread please! There is no such thing as a stupid question, PMing Kaoru isn't really needed.
Limit grammar mistakes/typos please
More will be added when needed. //Ambient Wonder Rules
Males are allowed into the Pride.
Males in the Pride may not challenge the Kings for kingship, same goes for the lionesses and the Queen.
Males may leave the pride at any time, but must talk to either King or Queen via RP, just to keep things organized.
Females must ask permission before leaving the pride, and provide a reason.
Female lions that have found a mate and wish to leave the pride, must introduce their new found love to the King. However, the male lion must wait at the border. They can either call for the King, or the female may retrieve him.
Males that wish to join the Pride must also wait at the border and call for the King. If they step into the Pride Lands without permission, this could be posed as a threat to the King and he can/may attack.
The Kings have the right to challenge anyone he sees as a threat.
There will be no killing of lions
Elders/Leaders shall be respected, and give respect
In the event of the King/Queen dying (not by another lion however)/abandoning pride/become unavailable, Royals directly related to the King and Queen may be contacted to take the place of their parents to lead the Pride.
Proper vocabulary isn't needed or required, but encouraged.
//Role Playing Rules When roleplaying your lion, one-liners are discouraged, but not entirely banned. Everyone has writer's block, right? ^^
Proper Role play is in third person, NOT first person or astericks
Valhalla, Derelict, and Gemini are your hierarchy, your lion must listen to them and her. It is how Pride's work in the Pride Land's and in real life.
We understand that lions and lionesses with disagree, but try and keep fighting to a minimum.
Color coding your lion when role playing them is nice. For example: Say you have a blue lion, when they talk have your font blue (most of you already do this or know what I am talking about so yeah)
More will be added when needed. //Out of Character Role Playing When posting OOC posts in (()) brackets please! This is very important. It is rude to walk in and start talking during role playing. It confuses you and the other people and makes things disorganized.
Do not fight in the thread OOC, the less drama the better. If you are disagreeing with someone over personal things, take it to PMs. If it has to do with the pride, come to Kaoru and I can work it out with you and the other person(s)
Limit OOC
If you are talking OOC, try and stay on topic. All other discussion can be saved for the Pride Land's thread or PM's or whatever else. Thank you.
More will be added when needed
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 8:03 am
 Transmissions sent throughout the Kings, Queen, and other members of the Base will be posted and notified here. Check back to this station regularly so your kept on your toes and ready for anything that may or may not come.//Updates 0103 Hours, June 15, 2007 / Construction of Base: Base is currently under construction, completion time is still unknown.
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 8:30 am
Dr. Hasley, an extraordinary scientist working for the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) under the United Nations Space Command (UNSC), came up with a project that would make fighting the upcoming battle with the covenant (aliens), a whole heck of a lot easier. The idea was know as the "SPARTAN II Project" where children at the age of 6, who that stood out among others, would be cloned and taken from their parents. Brought into outer space to a military location know was Reach, they would train until they were old enough to have medical enhancements, trained more, then old enough to obtain the final objective...MJOLNIR armor.
I was at school one day at the age of six, playing outside on the playground, oblivious to the fact that the military was here...and here for me. Dr. Hasley spoke to the teacher and told her only the necessary information. The fact that she was from the ONI and working for the UNSC was a good enough reason for the teacher, after all, these people were going to be fighting for Earth and its people in the upcoming battle.
The teacher showed her the way and Dr. Hasley spotted me, making her way toward where I was playing, followed by three other Marines who stood a little ways away. The Doctor asked me if I could have a little talk with her, explaining the situation and letting me know she had no choice whether or not I wanted to participate. I, being the brave girl and curious girl I was, accepted my fate and went willingly with Dr. Hasley to my new home. I was cloned so my parents wouldn't suffer from my loss, and put into a Pelican Drop Ship, headed for Reach. The only thing Dr. Hasley left out, was the fact that I wouldn't be able to say good-bye to my family; and the possibility of me never seeing them again was there.
I made it to Reach with little effort, it was amazing to be in outer space, a location that I went to only in my dreams. I was lead to a large room and inside were 75 other children my age, girls and boys. They were to be my new family, friends, siblings, and most of all, comrades.
Days later I was given a military suit, a briefing, and an identification wrist band with my new name engraved within: SPARTAN-305. The children were then brought outside to a large obstacle course, in which was our first mission. The six-year-olds were teamed up into groups of three, there permanent teams in which we would eat, sleep, and train with; their new best friends. I was the only girl in my group, which was the way I liked it anyway. My new team members were Derelict: SPARTAN-708 and Valhalla: SPARTAN-107.
The children were ordered to climb the obstacle course; the fastest teams to get all three members up the pole at the end and ring the bell would be rewarded with dinner, the others left to watch. My team failed.
Later that day Dr. Hasley brought us into what looked liked an over sized classroom, a place we would be in every day at the same time until we were young teenagers, ready for one of the toughest changes in our lives: medical enhancements. The Doctor would be teaching us things about the military, talking about the SPARTAN II project, and the covenant themselves. Today's lesson: Teamwork.
The next morning the other children and I went through excruciating exercises and tackled the obstacle course once more to earn dinner. Finally, my team was successful. We ate our well deserved dinner and hit our bunks for the night, only to wake up to sore muscles and healing cuts.
The training progressed as did our age and we were sent on many different missions. Some were fake, some were real; some of the children survived, and some didn't. By the time we reached the age of 14, their most dramatic experience was about to unfold and again, only the strongest would survive.
Teenagers now, we were sent one by one into surgery, our bodies torn open and pieces replaced with medal plates and other things. The operations were conducted to dramatically enhance our skeletal, muscular, optical, and nervous systems; ones that only a Spartan could hold. Of the original 75, a reported 33 survived the processes; 30 were lost, and 12 irrevocably crippled (though still used by ONI in research and ops planning). The after affects were horrendous, I lost all of my long hair and my teammates, my best friends, because very ill.
Once all resumed back to normal, the now older teens were given a pre-suit that would prepare us for the MJOLNIR armor, our final bit of training. We were given numerous missions and training with the pre-suit, working with our teams to do everything the military could ever ask for. The covenant battle was coming up fast, and we all needed to be ready.
The time finally came and I, along with the rest of the young adults, got our MJOLNIR armored suits. One suit was first tested on a normal human Marine to show the power. As the Marine went to move his arm, the suit read his thoughts and processed it faster than his own mind, moving his arm at lightning speed, and shattering it to bits. I couldn't believe it's force and I was eager to try it on. I was the first Spartan to demonstrate its power, unbelievable speed that tripled my normal ability and strength. Finally, we were all equipped with out new MJOLNIR armor, our new skin.
The battle finally came, after years of preparing. My team and I along with the rest of the Spartans were more than ready to fight for Earth. However, many soldiers and Spartans were lost, and Reach was overtaken by covenant forces. While some Spartans escaped, I was left behind to fight them off, but things didn't turn out as planned.
I was captured by the covenant forces who wanted information about the HALO and these new weapons; Spartans. I didn't give them what they wanted, however, and kept true to my home, life, and family. In anger and rage, the covenant used me as a guinea pig to test their newest technical machine. It wouldn't ever be used as a weapon, in fact, they didn't know what it would be used for, but tried it on me anyway. As a result, it turned me into this mystical creature that resembled much like a lion, but with different traits, markings, and colors.
I was sent back down to Earth in a form such as this, without any knowledge of where I was, who I was, and what my life would entail. All I knew was that I was yet again separated from my home, family, and friends. Worst of all...I really missed Valhalla and Derelict.
Not long after I was sent down to Earth in this...this form, someone had answered my prayers. Valhalla and Derelict stumbled upon me in one of the vasts forests. Though it was hard to recognize each other as lions, we were too close of friends to not know. Getting used to our new bodies and new surroundings wasn't as easy task, but we have come to fit in quite well with the other lions and creatures of these lands. And most importantly, we still have each other.>F I L E E N C R Y P T E D / E Y E S O N L Y / G E M I N I / SN: 3 0 5.
>D E CR Y P T I O N K E Y : [ P E R S O N A L I Z E D : "JOURNAL ENTRY" ]
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 9:11 am
 Through third person role play, your lion must approach the Kings or the Queen and get approval to stay and live within the Base. Once that is done, you have to PM the following form to Kaoru.To Join Ambient Wonder Copy and paste the form below into a PM and send it to Kaoru-san305:[color= Your Lion's Font color here]
[b]Name:[/b] Name here
[b]Gender:[/b] Gender here
[b]Relations:[/b] Relations Here
[b]Rank:[/b] See Ranking List
[b]Mate:[/b] Mate's name here
[b]Skills:[/b] Skills here
[b]Personality:[/b] Personality here
[b]History:[/b] History here
[b]Image:[/b] Link to lion's certed image[/color] Ranking List King: Filled...Valhalla and Derelict
Role: To protect the Pride, lead, patrol lands.
Queen: Filled...Gemini
Role: Lead Hunt if necessary, lead, support king, patrol, tend heirs, help other members.
Advisor: Open
Role: Elder who advises the king, witnesses treaties and alliances. Must be adult, must be male.
Shaman: Open
Role: Tribe/Prides Healer. This Lioness oversees birthing, and will tend wounded, sick, or dying lions in the hopes of reviving them. Must be at least teen. If younger, must have familiar to help.
Royals: Open
Role: Princes, Princesses who are Teens or Cubs, and don't have another Pride Ranking.
Hunt Mistress: Open
Role: Leads the Hunt, plans and executes it. Must be female, must be adult
Lead Warrior: Open
Role: King's Second, Leads Warriors against Hyenas and other enemies. Must be male, must be adult.
Hunt Sisters (4): Open
Role: Aid the Hunt Mistress, follow her directions, help her bring down the kill. Also help bring it back, and teach cubs to hunt. Must be at least teen.
Warriors (3): Open
Role: Males that aid the king and help guard the females from any unwanted guests. Must be at least teen.
Den Sisters: Open
Role: Help the den mother with the cubs and kittens. They are also in charge of keeping the main cave safe and clean. Must be at least teen.
Scouts (2): Open
Role: Patrol the territory warding off any unwanted guests and potentially dangerous enemies when the King cannot, or Scout along with the King. Must be at least teen, must be male.
Pride Sisters (3): Open
1. ...
Role: Help out when needed. Cub Sitting, Hunting, Teaching Cubs, Cleaning, Scouting, etc. They need to be able to do anything. Must be at least teen
Visitors (No Limit): Open
Role: Males or Females who have friends or family within the Pride.. If welcomed by the King and Queen, they may stay for any length of time (until you become a member, leave, or are kicked out...).
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 9:36 am
 Recruited members are required to give a short biography of their lion to be posted up in this station. Profile pictures will be done by myself, I only need requested information messaged to me through Private data.//Valhalla SPARTAN-107  Name: Valhalla SPARTAN-107
Gender: Male
Relations: None
Rank: King
Mate: Unknown xD
Skills: Valhalla uses his mind and his words, which can help in almost any situation. He also takes the time to contemplate on tough decisions, unafraid to ask his pride members for help when needed. he asks many questions and gives many answers/alternatives to people who seek them. Vall is also fun-loving, which means he could probably cheer you up if your having a bad day.
History: Refer to Gemini's Journal Entry
Personality: Valhalla has a strong heart and will fight for what he believes in. He uses his head and words rather than his claws and teeth, which makes fit to be a King. He is rather sensitives and ponders on certain situations until he either figures it out, or finally lets it go. Believe it or not, there is a very wild side to this young lion. Valhalla loves to have a good time and treats life like a party, loving to be the center of attention. However, he knows well enough his duties and makes sure those always come first even if he doesn't want to. Vall has little self confidence, however, there are times where he may act as if he were conceded. But this is only a way of reassuring himself. Valhalla is also pretty rebellious and tends to listen to his instincts more than what other say; this can be a good thing or a bad thing. Overall, Valhalla acts more so as the King than Derelict, but they both are still as important.
Link to Certed Image: Click//Derelict SPARTAN-708  Name: Derelict SPARTAN-708
Gender: Male
Relations: None
Rank: King
Mate: Unknown xD
Skills: When Derelict sets his mind to something, he won't stop until its figured out or perfected. He thinks very logically and can figure out the most complicated of problems with a simple solution. He is hard working and dedicated to those he cares about, protecting and loving them to no end. He can sometimes be a bit of a procrastinator, but things end up working out in the end for him. He biggest skill is his mind
History: Refer to Gemini's Journal Entry
Personality: Derelict is quite laid back for a Spartan that was always taught to be alert. He has a very good sense of humor and is often sarcastic. He can make anyone's bad day turn into something brighter and put many smiles on other lions' faces. He thinks of himself no less than a manly-man and tries hard to be the hero in some cases. He isn't, however, at all conceited like you might think. When Derelict discovers something new, he goes on about it forever and continues to try and find more ways to make it better. He is one odd lion, but is a lot of fun to be around. He doesn't like people that stab others in the back, and won't tolerate being used.
Link to Certed Image: Click//Gemini SPARTAN-305  Name: Gemini SPARTAN-305
Gender: Female
Relations: None
Rank: Queen
Mate: Unknown xD
Skills: She listens. If people come to her with a problem, she will listen and try to give them alternatives to their troubles. She doesn't like being a Queen her pride members fear, she wants to be thought of as equally with the others. Because she is still a Spartan, her senses are unbelievable. She can run extremely fast, has great strength, quick wits about her, and is just an overall kick a** soldier. Gemini follows her heart and trusts in her own instincts, making sure never to leave anyone behind.
History: Refer to Gemini's Journal Entry
Personality: Gemini is one tough cookie. For hanging around boys all her life and then becoming a Spartan, especially someone for her size, she had to endure a lot. Derelict and Valhalla enjoy daily games of tossing her around and wrestling with her, all of them in which she loves and simply laughs about. Gemini can be funny, serious, and caring either all at once or at different times. She makes a great Queen because of her natural leadership abilities and instincts to do what she thinks is right. Though she doesn't like being around large crowds, she will make sure her voice is heard when needed to be. She loves "the boys" more than anything else in the world and will do anything for them even if it costs her her life.
Link to Certed Image: Click
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:18 am
 The Base is located close the oasis, but in the forest. It's only a few minute trek to get to where the water settles. Trees and dense bushes surround the Pride Lands for extra protection, with small holes here and there among the tree tops for much sunlight to shine through. Off in the distance is the Savannah, where it is best for hunting large, herding pray. If you continue your journeying, you'll reach the vast desert where there is little food and water, but plenty of warmth and sun.
The main Base is the Spartan's crashed Pelican ship from when they arrived to Earth in their current forms, Gemini came alone in a small pod located on the right side of the ship. The structures are surrounded by boulders and other rock formations, covering it's strange appearance. Meters behind it is a medium sized waterfall that pools into a small watering hole, simply beautiful to look at.
 Note: The structure is not as big as it is in the picture. Not as tall.
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:24 am
 We keep our friends close, but our enemies closer. Below is a list of Ambient Wonder's Allies, Neutral Prides, and Enemies. Be sure to know them and keep watch for them.Allies Pride....King: Reason
1. None as of nowNeutral Pride....King: Reason
1. None as of nowEnemies Pride....King: Reason
1. None as of now, lets hope to keep it this way.
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:25 am
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:26 am
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:28 am
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:28 pm
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Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:30 pm
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