[ complete crystals + regains ]
Completed crystals have a variety of uses in the game, but there's one particular use that may interest the character: regaining an item from their home world. Thus this page serves two purposes: 1) track how many completed crystals a character can develop during their stay; 2) request regains if conditions are met.
❖ Crystal Guidelines
For the most part, determining whether a character's crystal is complete is determined by the player. After all, characters develop differently and some will be faster or slower than others. However, we do have at least one rule and some factors you should consider.
» Four Months. Four months is how long it would take for a character's crystal to be considered complete.
» Crystal development. Just a quick reminder that if you need some substantial reasons as to how your character's crystal develops a certain way, various events can hasten or slow development. Additionally, apathy and death can slow development, even set it back due to emotion drop depletion.
» Keep or donate. It is up to the character whether they wish to keep their crystal or donate it to the Arehtei. As crystals can be beneficial in either scenario, there's no actual "better" option. If uncertain, "keep" is considered the default, and it can be donated at a later time.
» Replacement. A reminder that characters do have to replace their crystals, and that can easily be done by visiting the collection centers in the city and requesting one.
» Player Discretion. As mentioned, this is still up to the player. As there is no mandatory tracker to be maintained, you will have to be aware of how your character's crystal is developing and be reasonable about it.
In order to actually consider your character's crystal complete, you must fill out this form. This form will help both you and us see how the character has developed, and it also serves a stop gap to prevent players who might just rush the process.
Player:
Character: Character |![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
journal
Alignment:
Month/Year Joined of Previous Crystal: What month and year did the previous crystal complete/was turned in? If this is the first time, just list the MM/YY of when the character first joined and make a note that this is their first.
Month of Completion: The month the crystal is considered completed. This can be backdated in case you are filling this later.
State: This is asking if the crystal is mostly positive, negative, or neutral. Indicate with one of the following symbols: +, -, |.
Development Report: We really only want a general summary (no more than 250 words) of how the character has developed.
Donated or Keep? Indicate whether the character is giving their crystal to the Arehtei or keeping it. Choose "keep" if uncertain. You can change this at any time.
Questions: Any questions you might have.
All submissions will be automatically added to the spreadsheet. Characters can already assume their crystals are completed ICly.
❖ Regains Guidelines
For those who choose to their keep their crystals to eventually be used for regains, here are a few things you as a player should know ahead of time. Most of these mechanics will also be known to the characters.
» 1 crystal = 1 item. We're using a simple 1:1 transaction. It doesn't matter what the state of the crystal is, it just has to be complete to be used.
» 2+ crystals for more powerful and larger items. If the desired item is large like a vehicle or is a powerful object like a weapon then it will require at least two crystals.
» Item must belong to the character. Because the crystals have personal ties to the character, you can only regain an item that the character actually owns. They cannot regain an item that now belongs to someone else, and they cannot gain something from the future. The item has to be present on or near the character within the last six months before arriving in Empatheias, and in current ownership. This also means that a character cannot regain something for a friend.
» "Group" regains. One exception to the above rule is it is possible to pool crystals together for a shared item. Ownership rules still apply, so it must belong to those involved. So if there's a considerably large or powerful item that a cast may like as a whole, rather than wait for one person to develop multiple crystals to meet requirements, they can contribute theirs for the item.
» Items must be "portable." Basically the item must be able to move somehow. So unless it's an RV, no houses or buildings can be brought in.
» Standard nerfs apply. All regain items will conform to fit the setting as if they had been brought in through the initial application. Thus super large objects will still need to be downsized to reasonable size and any gamebreaking powerful objects will need to be nerfed to also be reasonable.
» Mod discretion. We do have discretion as to whether an item can actually be regained or not, and some items may be a case-by-case type. Thus you will need our approval before you can proceed ICly.
» Schedule with aligned Arehtei. After approved, you will need to set up an "appointment" with the character's aligned Arehtei on the scheduler. If it's a group, you'll need all involved Arehtei. At that point we can either thread it out or just hash out the details and be effectively handwaved.
» Disappears on use and no returns. Finally, all crystals used in the regain will be "consumed" upon use. This also means that regains are final and cannot be sent back. So if you decide to bring the plague upon the game...better hope there's a way to deal with it or a new plot development will be born.
And of course, we have a form for submissions. To also keep things organized, we are keeping regains in one place with this subthread, so please comment there. The form is also in the subthread, but here is how it will look like.
Player:
Character: Character |journal
Alignment:
Date of Regain: The IC date of when the regain will occur.
Crystal link(s): You will need to have completed the crystal form first, so link us to the particular crystal you'd like to use. NOTE: this crystal will be marked as use and cannot be used for any other purpose.
Regained Item: Description of the desired item.
Notes: If there are any nerfs that are to be applied, list them out here.
Questions: Any questions you might have.
The original Completed Crystals page is found here for those who need it!
❖ Questions
If you have any general questions about either of the processes that you'd like to ask prior to submitting the forms, feel free to ask them here.
For the most part, determining whether a character's crystal is complete is determined by the player. After all, characters develop differently and some will be faster or slower than others. However, we do have at least one rule and some factors you should consider.
» Four Months. Four months is how long it would take for a character's crystal to be considered complete.
» Crystal development. Just a quick reminder that if you need some substantial reasons as to how your character's crystal develops a certain way, various events can hasten or slow development. Additionally, apathy and death can slow development, even set it back due to emotion drop depletion.
» Keep or donate. It is up to the character whether they wish to keep their crystal or donate it to the Arehtei. As crystals can be beneficial in either scenario, there's no actual "better" option. If uncertain, "keep" is considered the default, and it can be donated at a later time.
» Replacement. A reminder that characters do have to replace their crystals, and that can easily be done by visiting the collection centers in the city and requesting one.
» Player Discretion. As mentioned, this is still up to the player. As there is no mandatory tracker to be maintained, you will have to be aware of how your character's crystal is developing and be reasonable about it.
In order to actually consider your character's crystal complete, you must fill out this form. This form will help both you and us see how the character has developed, and it also serves a stop gap to prevent players who might just rush the process.
Player:
Character: Character |
journalAlignment:
Month/Year Joined of Previous Crystal: What month and year did the previous crystal complete/was turned in? If this is the first time, just list the MM/YY of when the character first joined and make a note that this is their first.
Month of Completion: The month the crystal is considered completed. This can be backdated in case you are filling this later.
State: This is asking if the crystal is mostly positive, negative, or neutral. Indicate with one of the following symbols: +, -, |.
Development Report: We really only want a general summary (no more than 250 words) of how the character has developed.
Donated or Keep? Indicate whether the character is giving their crystal to the Arehtei or keeping it. Choose "keep" if uncertain. You can change this at any time.
Questions: Any questions you might have.
All submissions will be automatically added to the spreadsheet. Characters can already assume their crystals are completed ICly.
❖ Regains Guidelines
For those who choose to their keep their crystals to eventually be used for regains, here are a few things you as a player should know ahead of time. Most of these mechanics will also be known to the characters.
» 1 crystal = 1 item. We're using a simple 1:1 transaction. It doesn't matter what the state of the crystal is, it just has to be complete to be used.
» 2+ crystals for more powerful and larger items. If the desired item is large like a vehicle or is a powerful object like a weapon then it will require at least two crystals.
» Item must belong to the character. Because the crystals have personal ties to the character, you can only regain an item that the character actually owns. They cannot regain an item that now belongs to someone else, and they cannot gain something from the future. The item has to be present on or near the character within the last six months before arriving in Empatheias, and in current ownership. This also means that a character cannot regain something for a friend.
» "Group" regains. One exception to the above rule is it is possible to pool crystals together for a shared item. Ownership rules still apply, so it must belong to those involved. So if there's a considerably large or powerful item that a cast may like as a whole, rather than wait for one person to develop multiple crystals to meet requirements, they can contribute theirs for the item.
» Items must be "portable." Basically the item must be able to move somehow. So unless it's an RV, no houses or buildings can be brought in.
» Standard nerfs apply. All regain items will conform to fit the setting as if they had been brought in through the initial application. Thus super large objects will still need to be downsized to reasonable size and any gamebreaking powerful objects will need to be nerfed to also be reasonable.
» Mod discretion. We do have discretion as to whether an item can actually be regained or not, and some items may be a case-by-case type. Thus you will need our approval before you can proceed ICly.
» Schedule with aligned Arehtei. After approved, you will need to set up an "appointment" with the character's aligned Arehtei on the scheduler. If it's a group, you'll need all involved Arehtei. At that point we can either thread it out or just hash out the details and be effectively handwaved.
» Disappears on use and no returns. Finally, all crystals used in the regain will be "consumed" upon use. This also means that regains are final and cannot be sent back. So if you decide to bring the plague upon the game...better hope there's a way to deal with it or a new plot development will be born.
And of course, we have a form for submissions. To also keep things organized, we are keeping regains in one place with this subthread, so please comment there. The form is also in the subthread, but here is how it will look like.
Player:
Character: Character |
journalAlignment:
Date of Regain: The IC date of when the regain will occur.
Crystal link(s): You will need to have completed the crystal form first, so link us to the particular crystal you'd like to use. NOTE: this crystal will be marked as use and cannot be used for any other purpose.
Regained Item: Description of the desired item.
Notes: If there are any nerfs that are to be applied, list them out here.
Questions: Any questions you might have.
The original Completed Crystals page is found here for those who need it!
❖ Questions
If you have any general questions about either of the processes that you'd like to ask prior to submitting the forms, feel free to ask them here.
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Character: Red |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: uhhh whenever is cool with Skarme. 05/02? I can do later or sooner.
Crystal link(s): Proof. He will also be giving her this crystal at the same time.
Regained Item: The pokémon Articuno who Red had on him inside their pokéball at the time he came to Empatheias.
Notes: Articuno isn't really gamebreaking so should be okay in that regard.
Questions: --
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Character: Bianca |
Alignment: Daimonia
Date of Regain: whenever is cool with Bella
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Her Pokémon Archeops. He isn't very strong, he's a support mon mostly used to fly.
Notes: Archeops is a bit of a pseudo-headcanon mon, it's been cleared with the mods here.
Questions: n/a
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Character: Silver |
Alignment: Aiada
Date of Regain: whenever works?
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Kingdra! One of the Pokémon Silver had on him at home.
Notes: I don't think Kingdra would have to be nerfed any, but here's a wiki page!
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Character: Mikleo |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: whenever is fine!
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: The Normin by the name of Acqua, she was found in the remains of Merchior on the Shepherd team's travels.
Notes: As you see listed, she has the ability to boost water attack power by 10%. However, running off the details to normin powers it's very limited so it cannot be used all the time or even frequently. They're like the maids to seraphim so they can merely help now and then with their effects
honestly probably will spend more time in helping Mikleo carry groceries.Questions: n/a!
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Character: Obi-Wan Kenobi |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: Some time in April 2017
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: An Eopie, a sort of desert pack animal somewhat similar to a camel but with little hair and a small trunk. With or without the stuff on it's back when Obi had it at his canon point. It's also pregnant.
Notes: Nerfs are any entirely different animal so nope! None of those!
Questions: None!
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Character: Anakin Skywalker |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: April 2017
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: His astromech R2-D2
Notes: Considering the setting there's hardly any damage Artoo could cause save for bumping into people.
Questions: None~
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Character: Antoine D'Coolette |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: Whenever works!
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: His hoverboard - essentially a floating surfboard-like device that can allow him to fly.
Notes: Can't think of any offhand, but if you guys feel like one is needed, just let me know and I'll apply it.
Questions: Repeating this just in case - Is there a waiting period before I can have my second character get a regain, for reasons of fairness/etc, or can I just pop her in as soon as Antoine's regain is given/denied?
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Character: Princess Minnie Mouse |
Alignment: Elios
Date of Regain: Whenever works!
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Her royal carriage, minus the horses. (she plans for it to be wyvern-driven.)
Notes: None.
Questions: None.
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Character: Scrooge McDuck |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: Whenever's fine~
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: A small treasure chest with keepsake letters and maps inside of it.
Notes: None
Questions: None
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Character: Noctis Lucis Caelum |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: sometime early June?
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Carbuncle
Notes: Although in canon Carbuncle mostly just hangs out in the background and only pops up to intervene
on easy modeif Noctis is about to die or appears in his dreams when he is near death / comatose to help him, here the Messenger won’t be able to revive people.Questions: Can Carbuncle still give people dreams / appear in them? (if so, this would always be only with player permission etc. and would probably only happen with someone very hurt)
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Character: Sora |
Alignment: Piphron
Date of Regain: Anytime in June 2017
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: A Paopu Tree sapling from Destiny Islands.
Notes: It'll grow into a tree and bear fruit that ties two people's destinies together if shared. It's apparently just a myth.
Questions:
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Character: Steven Stone |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: any time after 6/11
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: His Pokémon Cradily. She's not his most powerful team member, but definitely his most... "affectionate".
Notes: Nope! She's strong, but not in need of nerfing.
Questions: n/a
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Character: Nora Valkyrie |
Alignment: Daimonia, both.
Date of Regain: 06/10
Crystal link(s): Proof for Nora and Proof for Weiss
Regained Item: A medium-sized crate of Dust from the Schnee Dust Company.
Notes: I can't think of anything except regulating the size of the crate so it's commensurate to two crystals.
Questions: N/A
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Character: Edna |
Alignment: Piphron
Date of Regain: Mid/late June, depending
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Phoenix the normin. Only really it's more "waking him up" since she does have his mascot form on her umbrella and he's not really likely to talk much. This is mostly so her good luck charm is actually around doing his thing.
Notes: Phoenix doesn't seem to have abilities like other normin do, being their leader of sorts and being largely unable to die. It's unsure if this is his domain and affects Edna, but Eizen sure thought it would. It doesn't seem to benefit anyone but Phoenix himself (and possibly Edna).
Questions: I don't think so!
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Character: Reaper |
Alignment: Piphron
Date of Regain: Whenever is fine
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Tactical beanie; a black beanie for his cold head.
Notes: It's legit just a normal beanie that's old and a bit worn.
Questions: N/A.
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Character: Soldier: 76 |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: When he goes to meet Sosyne
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: His old eyepiece, as seen here.
Notes: The audio functionality is damaged and doesn't work, and the HUD is pretty finicky and unreliable as well. But ~aesthetic~
Questions: I'm assuming it can be repaired ICly if that's ok; essentially it'd be just a lesser version of his visor.
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Character: Komaru Naegi |
Alignment: Peromei
Date of Regain: Whenever Peromei's recovered enough!
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: The Bomb Inside Her, Vol. 1, which is just a romance manga.
Notes: N/A
Questions: N/A
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Character: Zaveid |
Alignment: Elios
Date of Regain: 8/8 or whenever he's able to see Elios for the regain.
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: a bottle of Thorny Forest
Notes: no nerfing needed. there's no magical properties to the liqour. it's only perk is having a similar cultural significance as paopu fruit. the bottle is about the size of a bottle of wine - ~750ml
Questions: n/a
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Character: Weiss Schnee |
Alignment: Daimonia, Thras
Date of Regain: 17 Oct
Crystal link(s): Weiss, Jaune
Regained Item: A crate of Dust from the Schnee Dust Company.
Notes: In Weiss' ownership!
Questions: I hope this is okay - Weiss' family owns so much Dust in her world and they're the lead supplier of it, so hopefully a regain of the same thing as last time is okay.
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Character: Sorey |
Alignment: Peromei
Date of Regain: Any time in November, really
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Two normin - Voyd and Faira! Voyd gives a small boost to non-elemental attack power. Faira does the same, but with attacks that have a fire element attached to them.
Notes: I don't think these two would be game-breaking.
Questions: Nope!
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Character: Rose |
Alignment: Daimonia
Date of Regain: sometime this month?
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: Litsch, a normin capable of upping damage to undead.
Notes: Shouldn't need to be nerfed, as it's only a small boost like the other normin!
Questions: None.
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Character: Steven Stone |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: Any time between 12/01 and 12/07
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: A Beldum egg, nestled inside of an egg incubator.
Notes: It's an egg, so... No nerfs needed. It might be worth noting that it will hatch in several months, but Beldum are pretty powerless as is.
Questions: n/a!
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Character: Makoto Kino |
Alignment: Thras
Date of Regain: Somewhere between Ennea (December) 4 through 6
Crystal link(s): Here!
Regained Item: A framed photograph of her parents.
Notes: N/A
Questions: No thanks!
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Character: Soundwave |
Alignment: Sosyne
Date of Regain: Anytime between 12/03 and 12/07
Crystal link(s): Proof
Regained Item: One of Soundwave's casseticons; Lazerbeak
Notes: He will be downsized to an average bird size (About 5.5 inches). Lazerbeak comes equipped with a gun, but it'll be useless since there's no way to restore ammo here in Emp. While he has his own individual personalities and can talk recently in the comic, he mostly serve as background character and provide commentaries.
Questions: N/A
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