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| Andros Colony, just one of that many stops Obsidian makes in his search to find his lost wife. At a glance Andros Colony appears to be a bustling metropolis clean and pristine, a modern utopia, but this a facade. The colony is home to some of the worst organized crime head in the 5 galaxies. Sheltered by Mega-Corporations who are in bed with them making billions of credits in drug trafficking, slavery trade, and Murder for hire. On this world Obsidian's reputation precedes him and many of the criminals here would enjoy seeing him dead. Information will be heard to get...but Obsidian will have answers and men will bleed to make that happen. |
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| Anaran
Obsidian Original Characters 2014/3/5 7:34
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The Anaran home world is incredibly mountainous having almost no flat plains anywhere on the planets surface. What level areas that do exist reside solely upon steep plateaus. The only sentient species upon this planet are as one might expect, evolved Avian Raptors who are known as the Derani. Deriani or Anarans are technologically equals to almost anyone within the five galaxies. There are few pilots who can best these natural aviators. The Anaran are predators by nature a fact that is reflected in their combative nature.
This was one of the first original species I ever tried to create for my RPG and at last I have one that I am not only proud of but fell confident in posting for the first time ever....Enjoy. |
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| An Exercise in Stupidity
Obsidian Sci-fi 2014/3/26 21:18
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| The Sortail attempting to take the Rainbow Dragon's fresh kill is obviously a yearling...this is a mistake one only makes once. It would have been better had it been the dragon's prey instead of the bird. Rainbow Dragons neurotoxin breath will cause the Sortail's muscles to contract so violently that it will crush itself to death. The Rainbow Dragon will eat well today. Few people settle on worlds populated by Rainbow dragons and those that do fly regular patrols to keep the ferocious beasts at bay. |
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| Ambush.
Obsidian Original Characters 2016/3/14 9:32
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| A redux for the zero men and a flashback for Obsidian, 4 assassins attempt to dissuade the Zero-Men from their investigation. 2 will never be the same, and 2 will pay this for affront with their lives. |
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| Alternate Dimensions
Obsidian Sci-fi 2014/3/21 8:16
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| Obsidian Mask finds himself in the Mass Effect universe...just one of the many perils of folding space in a turbulent region. Unfortunately for the Collectors, their ship will be no match for the Lillun's Antimatter FTL missles and VF cannons. The alliance has made a powerful ally, though there are no other Luminesti Elves in this universe. The lovely Cmdr. Joanna Shepard and her Normandy will be assigned to helping Obsidian and the crew of the Lillun find a way to return to their home dimension. |
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| All My Hospital
Obsidian Original Characters 2018/5/6 19:48
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| This is very important to the opening scene for the next issue, and while I won't give any spoilers I will say this scene is very important. I always put tons of effort into scenes and you may not even notice. But, you're not really supposed to it should all feel natural and blend so well together that it doesn't take your mind off the scene. Let me know which set designs are your favorites. |
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| All in the past
Obsidian Original Characters 2015/7/28 6:06
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Water drips from the cavern ceiling trickling with an echo onto the cave floor and in the cold darkness the sound of my own breath inside my helmet seems louder than usual. The ruins of Guldav’n could be another wild goose chase but for my beloved Sarah I have to check out every rumor and every clue no matter how slim the chance of finding her may be. After a few minutes I get the eerie feeling I’m not alone. A quick scan of a nearby wall reveals the telltale traces of bats, further scanning reveals the bats themselves…vampire bats. Vampire bats are fine but usually where one finds vampire bats one also finds...Vampires!
Yeah I know what you’re thinking “Vampires? Seriously?” yeah seriously in fact there are entire worlds conquered by the damned things. Of course those worlds are blockaded, nothing in and nothing out, and anyone trying to leave is terminated with extreme prejudice and any ships leaving the atmosphere are atomized. But this world isn’t ruled by them or I wouldn’t have set foot on it…still I feel like I’m being watched. To that end I reach for my sword and slowly slide the metal blade out. I activate the stealth systems on my suit and go into silent mode and that’s when I hear it, the grinding sound of a foot on gravel. I’m being followed, and since my scanners don’t pick up undead I use my sword’s magic and cast a simple spell that does. I get a sick feeling in my stomach as the spell reveals dozens of vampires within 200 ft of me but one closer than all the others. I turn to face it and I am caught completely by surprise by the sheer speed of the thing. It immediately goes for the throat big mistake. Now it’s my turn for surprises as I whip the bloodsucker into a nearby wall impaling it on a Stalagmite large enough to skewer a rhino. It won’t kill it, a fact I am reassured of as the damn vampire snaps it in half and soars high above me.
“You are formidable indeed mortal but that armor will not save you for long, I shall enjoy feasting on your blood.”
Arrogance is a sign of stupidity in my book. Dracula here has no clue what he’s up against. I don’t have time for this crap though and I honestly did not come equipped with wooden or UV ammo. That means that my sword is the only means of killing this thing since Vampires have a particular susceptibility to magic. However, I need him in arms reach to kill him. Sooooo…
“Hey suckhead, I have to say, I don’t particularly like being called mortal. In fact I find it a bit insulting. You must be high on your fake immortality…too bad you have to feed on others to keep it. Unlike you, I am born to it.”
There’s a pause as the blood sucker considers the ramifications of what I’ve just told him and then…
“You are Luminesti? Ha! Your life is forfeit here elf, this is our domain. Immortality is but one of our gifts, behold our true power.”
He lands on the ground in front of me and takes a swipe at my head, to no avail as I easily evade his clawed hand. However, he does not evade mine as I dislocate his arm at the elbow, he snaps it back in place like nothing happened but it got his attention and now he’s pissed on principal. That’s when I pull out my sword. The smug bastard just smile…but his amusement doesn’t last for long.
“Do you think that will save you? No mortal weapons can harm me…Hahahahaaaaa-Hurk!”
That last noise he makes is funny to me and I can’t hold back a slight chuckle, and as the look on his face turns from arrogance to twisted rage. I know he has just realized I can really hurt him.
“You! I will kill you slowly for that!”
“Bring it bloodsucker!”
“Raaaargh!!!!”
He falls right into my trap, as his good sense gives way to his rage he lunges for me his last most fatal mistake. My armor easily outmatches his speed and strength as I side step him and shove him face first into the ground. As he turns to face me again his look of rage is replaced by surprise as the flash of my enchanted blade severs his head from his shoulders.
A gurgle escapes his lips as he tries to say something, and he only manages to stare at me with a combination of hatred and disbelief on his face as his body bursts into blueish green flames and ash. In an instant his body is reduced to nothing more than a pile of flickering embers as it crumbles to dust like so much burnt paper. I scan once more to see if there are more of them on the way, and to my relief none of his vampire buddies are moving. I know that if Sarah came here her Infinitium armor and combat skills would have made short work of these guys, still…I have to go farther in. I place an EMT enhancer nearby to boost the retrieval beam in the event I need to make a quick exit and proceed onward. After a few yards through damp caverns and an opening emerges reveal a vast underground oasis that spreads for miles in all directions.
Brightly glowing Sunstones high above provide light by absorbing solar radiation from the surface and radiating it to the darkness below. Even miles beneath the surface the effect is like having direct sunlight…and is powerful enough to keep Vampires at bay. In the distance, an overgrown ruin lies stretched out before me and after a quick scan for evil creatures reveals nothing, I hike towards it. As I approach the temple I can’t help but think that if the intel I got on this place was bogus there’ll be no place that Gobelian info-broker can hide from me. I reach a clearing at the entrance to a temple, Statues of men with eagle heads stand like giant pillars on either side of the entrance. Hieroglyphs dot the walls, most pay homage to Ra the sun god while others speak of the great pharaoh to whom this particular temple is dedicated. My helmet possess enchantments which enable me to understand written languages (I can’t write them though), further enchantments allow me to understand and speak all languages that are verbal…but the enchantment I like best is the one that allows me to detect and read Runes and this temple is covered in them. Several runes are power spells meaning they’ll hurt trespassers, still others are conjuration, and the scariest ones are Essence spells no doubt intended to raise undead guardians to protect whatever lies inside. These types of enchantments are single use only and since they’re still in place it’s a safe bet that nobody has entered the place since it was built. As I explore the perimeter, I come across an old campsite but it looks like there was a battle. The footprints reveal that at least one of the combatants was….YES!! Sarah was here alright, and the tread of her Tabi and her signature toe claws are all over the place but as I discover the corpses of her foes I am confused at best. They’re all bones, not scattered either, they’ve been picked clean and have yellowed as though a hundred years or more have passed since they fell. A quick Carbon scan reveals they are in fact 500 years old. The claw marks on many of the bones reveal that it is definitely Sarah’s handy work, but 500 years ago? It doesn’t make any sense. Suddenly a glimmer of gold catches my eye as I walk over I scan it and I discover it isn’t gold at all but…an Infinitium case! Well that tears it, 500 years or not, this is definitely Sarah’s. The case is hermetically sealed and cannot be opened here. The lock is DNA coded, so it will have to be taken aboard the Lillun where we have Sarah’s DNA on file.
As I exit the cave, a simple button press activates my Star-fighter which flies in and hovers above me. I remotely land it in a nearby clearing mindful of the fact that the two suns of this world are both setting, and that the Vampires within the caverns will be waking soon. Climbing into the cockpit I punch up my starship on the radio.
“Obsidian Mask to Lillun do you read, over?”
“Obsidian Mask this is Harley we read you Loud and clear, why is your transmission audio only?”
“The twin binaries on this world prevent full video communications.”
“Understood. What do you need bro?”
“I am sending rendezvous coordinates for this system please fold here asap.”
“Confirmed will rendezvous with you in one hour.”
“Why so long?”
“The Black Mantis has decided to make some modifications to the warp rings and aft section in general and they’re almost complete.”
“Aw crap what is he doing to our ship? Very well one hour. I’ll remain in orbit until then. Obsidian out.”
My apologies folks this should have been the first image in the series but the idea to do a series came late. |
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Obsidian Original Characters 2015/7/19 21:37
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| After determining that we're going to be entering the Hadean Galaxy I figure I need some upgrades.. So it's off to R&D and Ray does not let me down. The new armor is a hybrid between my light power armor and my old heavy high capacity armor. The power-sinks are gone and this armor could easily take a one megaton nuke at ground zero and the radiation afterwards. I figure since Razor bested me with blades i'd do to him what I did to lady Malice...I change the game... the energy blade function may not cut through anything like my Infinitium one but it requires a different style of fighting that I'm certain Razor isn't familiar with, and even if he is my new armor is more resistant to slicing attacks than my last one and he won't be removing anything. |
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| Aini Quenya
Obsidian Original Characters 2016/6/26 18:44
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Here in her debut is Aini Quenya, demon hell-spawn or divine angel...does she have secrets and is there more to her demonic nature than she's telling? Obsidian believes himself falling in love, but so too have men who were deceived by succubi. Demonic forces are nothing to dismiss and love makes one blind...unless one is very well prepared. Aini's form is not typical of her species and reflects the preferences of Obsidian Mask...as a Ninja one might suspect he is partial to Japanese ladies...or Oni. As mentioned her demonic nature is very prevalent...unlike a Succubus they have no ability to shape shift at will their shifting ability is completely out of their control becoming whatever their bond mate most desires...even if their bond mate doesn't know what that is. An interesting species to be sure. This demon type emits pheromones that are only detectable to their mate as well and which are actually repulsive to other potential rivals.
As one might suspect this idea was inspired by Star Trek...an episode in which a "Metamorph" was betrothed to a planetary leader and instead bonded with Cpt. Picard...Although that woman was actually trained by tutors and the demon mentioned here acts on instinct seeking out skills and other attributes to suit her partner...I have not decided if they only come in the female persuasion. Feedback would be appreciated. |
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| Aini out shopping
Obsidian Original Characters 2020/8/8 9:43
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| Aini the demoness and Courtesan, of Obsidian Mask, out for a day of sun and shopping. |
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Obsidian Original Characters 2018/12/16 12:26
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"Who do think I am little man? Do you think because I tend to my master's every need that I am some helpless damsel? Do you think because my form is female that I am some delicate flower? Well, even the prettiest Lotus can kill. For the sake of my master, I would not only kill you...I would do to you horrible things, the like of which are not spoken of even in darkest pits of hell. I am a demon, do not EVER forget that, and though it is true that I may be a lesser demon remember this MORTAL: The least of us is easily more than a match for a dozen of you... Now Stand aside or I'll part you from your pretty little head... So my master bids."
Aini is an Empath Demon, a lesser demonic being to be sure but Aini's master is one of the most skilled assassins in the five galaxies and her skills are a mirror of his. Borrowed through their bond she is more than a match for anyone dumb enough to believe her some delicate flower of a woman. Where Obsidian Mask is concerned there is no level of depravity she will not sink to, no foul deed she will not commit, and she will Never tell him of it.
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Obsidian Original Characters 2017/9/27 4:38
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| Who is this stranger with the skills of ancient assassins long forgotten? The mysterious stalker who rules the night is the IGFW's highest rated Black Operative known only as Agent Zero. |
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| Accidental Summons
Obsidian Original Characters 2018/9/5 10:32
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| This is the mage that summoned Obsidian across time and space. It was an accident to be sure and one Obsidian will never forget. This image is one of many that will be featured in my upcoming Cinematic "The rise of Dominion" based on the novel of the same name. There are clips of this story and even a comic book here which outlines the beginning but the Cinematic will be appearing in installments on (Hopefully) a weekly basis as soon as I have some more sets and few starter episodes in the can. In the meantime please know that I will be bringing quality images to the series. In the meantime enjoy the sneak previews. |
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| Abominous
Obsidian Sci-fi 2013/12/16 16:03
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| This is a new villain I'm working on, something along the lines of Darkseid or Thanos...The name right now is Abominous but I'm hoping to find something better. |
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| A-50 Assault Drone
Obsidian Sci-fi 2014/2/2 21:29
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| The A-50 Assault drone is a less sophisticated version of the A-47 Combat droid shown here with the AM-117 heavy power suit, it is a front line assault robot used by many military forces...the cost per unit is surprisingly affordable and the AM-117's serve as squad leaders and are piloted by living beings. The drones are capable of making rudimentary decisions and have a fairly sophisticated IFF system which reduces casualties from friendly fire by a staggering 96 percent. They can be outfitted with a variety of combat infantry programs although they cannot be programmed for piloting skills. |
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| A preview of things to come
Obsidian Original Characters 2017/9/14 17:07
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| Could this be Obsidian's future? Or is this just a fanciful dream? |
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| A Hero Reborn
Obsidian Original Characters 2017/5/15 2:50
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With the end of the Millennium Wars, the United Earth Council began the process of decommissioning many of its black projects. Most notably the project known as Operation Flag Waver. Unbeknownst to most of the five galaxies Operation Flag Waver was a long running program with a long history of great success. The project consisted of a single man, and although that man has been replaced time and again it is important to know that it has always been just a man...a man known only as Captain Freedom. The current captain held in cryogenic suspension until very recently, is the 15th in a long series of clones. The Captain is superb specimen of the Solaran race..and is considered by many to be a perfect specimen as well.
The captain possesses remarkable attributes which are the peak of human perfection. His combat training is among the best available. He possesses superior regenerative abilities and is for all intents and purposes Immortal though still subject to injuries that can, and have ended in his death.
The Captain is an altruist and believes in doing what he feels is right even if that means disobeying orders. Attempts to adjust his DNA to make him more complacent have failed miserably with no ill side effects. The captain's moral character has been as still remains unimpeachable. He is a born leader and inspires others around him. He carries only a shield and believes himself to be the last line of defense in the battle against tyranny and evil.
The captains dossier is as follows:
Strength: 19
Endurance: 19
Agility: 19
Intelligence: 24
Psyche: 24
Presence: 24
Powers and abilites:
Longevity
Enhanced senses all
Minor regeneration (class 1)
The Captain's eyesight is so sensitive that he can microdot images without the need for magnifying devices.
The captain's hearing is sensitive enough to detect a heartbeat at 15 meters and can be used as an improvised lie detector.
His sense of touch allows his to feel textures as subtle as a fingerprint.
His sense of taste is delicate enough to detect poisons in doses too minute to affect him.
His sense of smell can be used in much the same way as a dog does.
The captain possesses minor psionic abilities which guard his mind from external infiltration. He also posses the following psionic abilities:
Equilibrium: Grants unparallelled agility and balance
ESP: The captain can by concentrating read the surface thoughts of one being at a time although those trained against such abilities are unaffected.
Telekinesis: The Captain possesses the ability to move objects with thought. He uses this ability in conjunction with his shield (of which he has had many) to ricochet it from point to point.
The captain is though to use nearly 99 percent of his mind's capacity and if he were to dedicate his time would be quite adept at learning Magic.
As it stands the Captain considers himself to be the consummate soldier and is dedicated to ideal of peace and justice on Earth and across the cosmos. To that end he defends the oppressed and the downtrodden never letting tyranny stand while he has the power to strike it down. The current incarnation has only recently been thawed for return to duty though no one is quite sure why as there are no APPARENT threats to Earth at this time...only time will tell.
The Captain is a legend but holds no ties to any hero organization, although he is strongly affiliated with the I.G.F.W. and has been granted above the law "Sentinel" status. |
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| A day off.
Obsidian Original Characters 2016/11/9 9:22
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I have just been told we may not be able to return home, that the vortex that led us here is no longer detectable to our sensors and I have no idea what to do next. I have competent crew working on a solution. I'm standing in my office staring out the window at the planet below...I often find myself doing that. This situation went from exasperating, to desperate. As I contemplate the situation my doorbell chimes:
"Enter."
Shadawar comes walking in, a look of concern on his face, dear heavens don't let it be more bad news.
"Captain, I'd like to speak to you about a personal matter."
"Oh thank the gods."
"What?"
"Honestly, I thought you were coming in here to tell me the power core was overloading or something."
"No heh heh, nothing even close. I just have this crewman who is working himself to death and refuses to take any breaks. I wanted your input on how I should handle it."
"Is he becoming a danger?"
"no but I'm afraid it may be interfering with his performance."
"Well have the The chief medical officer issue a medical for 24 hours R and R. I don't want anyone endangering this mission."
"I already spoke to the doctor and I have the order here."
".......it's for me isn't it?"
"Yup 24 hours R and R. As per YOUR orders sir."
"You know this isn't a military ship right, and that I don't have to follow those orders?"
"Yeah but I think you're overworking yourself. You've handled every critical aspect of this mission personally and it's been a bit much. You should seriously take a day to sort it all out. I can handle things for a day sir, get some rest...doctor's orders."
"Okay fine, maybe you're right. Just, keep the ship in one piece will ya?"
I turn the reigns over to my very astute first officer and head to my quarters where...five women are apparently waiting for me. I really hadn't been looking forward to dealing with this. The second I walk through the door I am assailed by women catering to my every need. Aini removes my helmet, and she's apparently been telling the others how to remove my armor as they disassemble it like pro's. I'm tired so I don't protest as they lead me to a hot steaming bath. I receive pampering the likes of which I have never known before. My mind becomes awash as these five ladies treat me like a king. They can cook their butts off and make a meal I won't forget any time soon. I discover the sister's names are Iote, Ninniach, and Vanim. There are many customs among her people that are strictly between husband and wife and they each take turns observing them. Aini of course is eager to help and any trepidation I felt before is washed away in a haze of delight. What's the old saying? "In for a penny, in for a pound?" I'm never gonna be good with this but maybe I can make it work. The next morning the Ai is waiting for me at the foot of my bed on her knees and I nearly lose it.
"Aini!!!!" I shout.
Aini rushes into the room, and immediately identifies the problem.
"N'uma amin arwen, lle uma il- kawa n'ala lle verno'. ro irma ten' lle a' be ho companion il- ho mool. ikotane duna, ro naa sai- lovien. lle coia yassen lye ar' sina lye men, saesa Soora lye customs."
(No my lady, you do not bow before your husband. he desires for you to be his companion not his servant. So rise, he is very loving. You live with us and this our way, please follow our customs)
Ai nods and I help her to her feet. She looks away, and all I can do is sigh. I lift her chin so that I'm staring in her ice blue eyes. I kiss her gently on the lips and she smiles. I feel warm and fuzzy and Aini is positively beaming. I can't look at this as a mistake anymore, I have to own this. I wanted peace with their people and this was part of the price for that peace. These women didn't ask for this but they accepted it. As for as Ai knows I am a demon just like Aini, or possibly worse. I have to do right by them and honor this arrangement in good faith. The ladies are a a team and a seamless one at that, they work effortlessly in the kitchen together. I call Aini over to me, she's gonna be my go to girl for managing this household, and as she approaches Ai speaks up.
"Aini, amin naa yeste' verne', whatever amin verno' quena, naa ten' amin ears. stay manke lle naa. verno', lle melar Lotesse sinta sut things moota sinome, nan' quel verno', ta naa amin yamen' san- acre en' lye eska. saesa quena a' amin."
(Aini, I am first wife, whatever my husband speaks, is for my ears. Stay where you are. Husband, your lover may know how things work here, but good husband, it is my place to take acre of our home. Please speak to me.)
I raise my hand towards Aini, and nod. With a look of concern she backs down.
"ai, lle quena sanya, Amin hiraetha. saesa nyara aini cael- ilye maa (exclamation)' lle report a' i' medical room ten' y' universal translator mauya. ta will halani lle rangw- i' dirthen lye ilye quena n'uma matter sut n'ataya ron naa."
(Ai you speak the truth. I apologize. please tell Aini to have each of you report to the medical room for a universal translator implant. it will help you to understand the languages we each speak no matter how different they are.)
Ai looks at her sisters and Aini and they leave for the Medbay. They each kiss me goodbye in turn and head out. I smile and think how I couldn't find one love and now apparently I have 5 and to my disbelief it's not a competition and nobody is accusing me of cheating. As I look around my quarters I realize that they are too small to accommodate six people and make a call to Sabrina.
"Engineering, this is the captain."
"Aye sir?" Sabrina chimes back immediately
"As soon as its convenient I am going to need to see you in my quarters."
"Only so long as you're not planning to add me to your harem sir."
Smartass,.
"Ha...ha...ha." I say wryly "You're close but not quite. I need to expand my quarters to accommodate my wives. As soon as you have time I need you up here to extend my living quarters if possible."
"okay captain, as soon as I'm able."
Maybe this won't be so bad after all.
The next thing I do is turn on my video equipment and watch and old tv show...I think I'm going to enjoy my day off...maybe even...make a sandwich and have a beer. Yeah. |
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| A day in Asgard
Obsidian Original Characters 2018/2/6 16:27
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| I have touched on gods in my universe many times, most recently with Athena and several times with Obsidian Mask (currently the god of Evil). Asgardians and many other exist in this universe worshiped on many planets across the cosmos (how else would they remain so powerful?) and they are known by many names which can cause some confusion among different and has actually been responsible for some bloody conflicts about which form of worship is "True" (sound familiar?) In my universe most of mythology is canon. For instance Loki is NOT Thor's adopted brother, but his step uncle (In mythology this is accurate), and Thor is a bit of a drunken, lecherous, Idiot, easily duped...he is also the Strongest of the Asgardians and possesses the most fearsome weapon known to Norse mythology...In other words he's a tempermental badass with a very dangerous weapon...but he's great fun at a party. Odin is possessed of great power most of which he made great sacrifices for including impaling himself on the world Tree Yggdrasil, and Sacrificing his eye for magical vision, magical powers, and knowledge of Runes and Rune magic. Loki is not only the god of mischief but also the god of Fire, underestimating this son of Jotuns is a massive mistake because while physically weak as gods go he has tremendous intellect and magical powers. In short take what marvel taught you and toss it out the nearest airlock because it does not apply here...read some mythology and you'll know the gods of my universe well. Now I did add a splash of technology to them because mortals have come far over the millennia and it has the god's interest...it does indeed. |
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| A day at the beach
Obsidian Original Characters 2017/4/22 17:48
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The Ferusian continent of Galeria has some beautiful coastlines and I had long ago taken it upon myself to build a vacation home far from the palace that I lived in during my tenure as High Justiciar. The place isn't as grandiose as the palace but then again that's not my style. Built into a cliff about 100 feet above the beach in a little cove it is the perfect place to get away from it all. My wives and I along along with Aini, take the next few weeks to get some sun and frolic in the waves like children. I enjoy snorkeling so we also spend a great deal of time checking out the nearby reefs. The sea creatures of Ferusi are something to behold, both exotic and beautiful to behold most of the eas life is quite colorful. I have given my crew paid furlow and basically run of the place and so they've scattered to the four winds. Normally someone like Shadawar would be a rare sight but since the Sathari occupation of the planet there have a been a few positive changes the presence of aliens being one of those. it's a gorgeous day for swimming and and I am just getting ready to take the boat out to the reef when I hear a someone yelling from above on the cliff. I can easily magnify my vision with my cybernetics and what I see is a buzz killer. A Sathari officer, what could he possibly want? If Analaeus wanted me he has a direct line. That being said this seems like personal business invading my personal life. The gentleman makes his way down to the beach where the girls and I are and marches towards me. The entire time I can't help noting how out of place he looks on a hot summer day in full dress uniform on this sandy beach. As he approaches, he says something that gets my full attention...he says my name.
He salutes like a pro and says:
"Indor Rusquion Tura, I have been sent by his majesty the Emperor Analaeus Sathari to secure your cooperation in a very delicate matter."
Indor is a title given to high ranking former officials by the Sathari government. It's a title I appreciate but few people use my actual name. It's so rare sometimes I forget I have a name other than Obsidian. Handing me an official "sealed" document which opens only upon confirmation of my DNA (LIke my clone couldn't have opened it) I am stunned to discover that it contains only a set of coordinates with no instructions. I'm guessing the vacation is over.
Analaeus is a friend and I don't let my friends down when they need me. I'm sure there is a good reason for all the secrecy.
"Okay, um what's your name?"
"High Cano, Vel Revv sir. I am commander of the Fekthir. According to my orders my ship and my crew are at your disposal. We will take you wherever you need to go."
"I have my own ship, thanks."
"I know sir, it is currently in my ship's docking bay ready to go when you are."
"Damn your ship must be huge."
My ship is easily the size of a small cruiser the Sathari really go overboard with their designs.
"My ship is the largest in fleet. We have been ordered to remain at your call at all times. These orders come from the Emperor himself. This mission is of the highest secrecy. Even High Justiciar Harley has not been informed."
Okay now I'm worried, it's not normal to bypass the chain of command. The girls and I pack up and I send the all hands on deck signal and end several vacations at once.
"It'll take a a full day to reassemble me crew, I'll sinal when we are ready."
"Very good sir, we'll await your call."
he heads to his shuttle atop the cliff and I suit up. I ask the ladies to remain planetside for this one...I've held enough memorials for a while I haven't the stomach to lose more family. Whatever this is about it won't be fun and games.
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