The X-men run missions and work together with the NYPD, striving to maintain a peaceful balance between humans and mutants. When it comes to a fight, they won't back down from protecting those who need their help.
Haven presents itself as a humanitarian organization for activists, leaders, and high society, yet mutants are the secret leaders working to protect and serve their kind. Behind the scenes they bring their goals into reality.
From the time when mutants became known to the world, SUPER was founded as a black-ops division of the CIA in an attempt to classify, observe, and learn more about this new and rising threat.
The Syndicate works to help bring mutantkind to the forefront of the world. They work from the shadows, a beacon of hope for mutants, but a bane to mankind. With their guiding hand, humanity will finally find extinction.
Since the existence of mutants was first revealed in the nineties, the world has become a changed place. Whether they're genetic misfits or the next stage in humanity's evolution, there's no denying their growing numbers, especially in hubs like New York City. The NYPD has a division devoted to mutant related crimes. Super-powered vigilantes help to maintain the peace. Those who style themselves as Homo Superior work to tear society apart for rebuilding in their own image.
MRO is an intermediate to advanced writing level original character, original plot X-Men RPG. We've been open and active since October of 2005. You can play as a mutant, human, or Adapted— one of the rare humans who nullify mutant powers by their very existence. Goodies, baddies, and neutrals are all welcome.
Short Term Plots:Are They Coming for You?
There have been whispers on the streets lately of a boogeyman... mutant and humans, young and old, all have been targets of trafficking.
The Fountain of Youth
A chemical serum has been released that's shaving a few years off of the population. In some cases, found to be temporary, and in others...?
MRO MOVES WITH CURRENT TIME: What month and year it is now in real life, it's the same for MRO, too.
Fuegogrande: "Fuegogrande" player of The Ranger, Ion, Rhia, and Null
Neopolitan: "Aly" player of Rebecca Grey, Stephanie Graves, Marisol Cervantes, Vanessa Bookman, Chrysanthemum Van Hart, Sabine Sang, Eupraxia
Ongoing Plots
Magic and Mystics
After the events of the 2020 Harvest Moon and the following Winter Solstice, magic has started manifesting in the MROvere! With the efforts of the Welldrinker Cult, people are being converted into Mystics, a species of people genetically disposed to be great conduits for magical energy.
The Pharoah Dynasty
An ancient sorceress is on a quest to bring her long-lost warrior-king to the modern era in a bid for global domination. Can the heroes of the modern world stop her before all is lost?
Are They Coming for You?
There have been whispers on the streets lately of a boogeyman... mutant and humans, young and old, all have been targets of trafficking.
Adapteds
What if the human race began to adapt to the mutant threat? What if the human race changed ever so subtly... without the x-gene.
Atlanteans
The lost city of Atlantis has been found! Refugees from this undersea mutant dystopia have started to filter in to New York as citizens and businessfolk. You may make one as a player character of run into one on the street.
Got a plot in mind?
MRO plots are player-created the Mods facilitate and organize the big ones, but we get the ideas from you. Do you have a plot in mind, and want to know whether it needs Mod approval? Check out our plot guidelines.
As soon as he reached his room at the end of the most awesome night of his life a thought struck Nathan. "Oh crap, what am I going to wear?" After his initial elation started to wear off, Nathan began to feel nervous. Really nervous. Most of his down time was spent in thinking about what they might do or where they would go to eat or how they would get there.
Some of the answers seemed obvious. There was always cool things to do in New York City, duh. They could walk to the city, it was not too far from the Mansion. And they could talk to each other as they walked. But would she think that he wasn't good enough since they had to walk because he didn't have a car? Worries like this kept on emerging inside Nathan's head everytime he thought about making plans.
At last he decided on what would happen. They would go ice skating. It was one of his hidden talents that hardly anyone knew about. If she had never been then, he could have fun teaching her. And if she knew how then they would still have a great time. They would also walk into the city. He didn't know anyone well enough to borrow a car and taking the bus wasn't cool so there was no alternative. And if they couldn't find a place to eat in New York then...they were better off staying at the Mansion.
He had chosen to wear jeans with a black button up shirt with the sleeves rolled past his forearms because they were a little too short. He also wore a black belt with black boots.
Eventually 6 o'clock Friday did come around. And it found Nathan knocking at Ali's door, hoping that everything would go smoothly. He held a single red rose behind his back. A romantic gesture to be sure, but one he hoped Ali would like.
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It seemed as if Ali found she was thinking about her initial meeting with Nathan throughout the week. She was impressed with several aspects of him. The fact that he was another fire elemental ranked up there, but that was over shadowed by his sweetness. When he offered to carry her fire dance equipment and walk her to her room Ali felt like she was in a movie. That only happened in movies didn’t it?
Friday finally came around after what seemed like forever. All day long Ali felt like she had butterflies in her stomach. She hadn’t been on a date since she left Arizona. Granted that she had other things going on such as the X-Men tryouts and then the whole Registration Act ordeal that kept her from thinking of anything let alone a date. Maybe things would get to a more normal state of events for awhile. She was sure everyone else was hoping for the same.
After a nice shower Ali picked out a red halter top and a pair of blue jeans. They had agreed to make things casual for the first date. Putting her hair up in a ponytail she just finished getting ready when there was a knock at her door. Her heart pounded harder as she approached the door and opened it.
“I like a man who’s on time when he says he will be. You look very nice by the way.”
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He almost jumped out of his skin when her door opened. He had been so lost in his thoughts. She was wearing a red halter top and a pair of blue jeans. Her hair was pulled back into a ponytail. He didn't know she did it. Even when she dressed so casually she still managed to look elegant.
"I am glad I am on time then, and thank you. You look as stunning as ever." He meant every word he had said. After he finished speaking he flourished the rose that he had held behind his back and handed it to her.
"I was thinking that we could go into the city. Maybe walk around a little bit and grab a bite to eat. Have you ever been ice skating?" He said all of this calmly. But on the inside he was a maelstrom of thoughts and emotions. He had not been on a date for a long time. He hoped that his nervousness didn't show through.
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Did he just jump she wondered as she opened her door. That thought was quickly washed away when he complimented her and then held out a single rose. Ali took the rose gently from him and blushed. If he was trying to earn points he was well on his way.
"Thank you so much for the compliment and rose. Going intot he city and doing those things sounds great, but I've only been ice skating once with some cousins when I was younger. So you'll have to take it easy with me."
Ali finished with a wink and a smile. She had the feeling that she could trust Nathan.
Posted by seraphim on Jul 14, 2008 20:44:26 GMT -6
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What is a wink supposed to mean?
"Really, I didn't know they had skating rinks in Arizona. And don't worry, I won't let you fall. Are you ready to go?" He really meant it. The last thing he wanted to see was Ali get hurt.
OOC: I think this thread would be a perfect time for Ali to introduce the idea of the X-Men to Nathan. And why she fights to protect humans from other mutants.
Posted by seraphim on Jul 15, 2008 14:44:17 GMT -6
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After she finished locking her door she turned around and Nathan took her offered hand in his. It felt good to hold her hand. He also noticed she held onto the rose.
He blushed slightly when she kissed him since he was not used to such attention. He hoped she didn't notice. "Perhaps I should bring more flowers next time." He said jokingly.
"Let's go then." Now that they were together and ready to go they started walking out of the Mansion.
Nathan decided to strike up a conversation. "So, how different is New York from Pheniox?"
Posted by fireraven on Jul 17, 2008 14:14:32 GMT -6
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Ali did notice the blushing cheeks on Nathan's face, but she didn't make a comment about them. Instead she giggled at his joke regarding bringing more flowers next time.
"I'm not that easy of a girl Nathan."
The evening air was comfortable and there was a gentle breeze. Birds chirped their farewells for the day, and people were making their way home or out to eat dinner. It was the perfect night for a walk.
Nathan's question struck Ali as being a little strange. She thought everyone knew the differences between New York City and Phoenix. Then she smirked and shook out the thought. He was just trying to get to know her. He just wanted to talk so they didn't have dead silence all night.
"Well, New York is much cooler and there's not nearly as much desert around here. In fact I haven't even seen a single cactus."
Ali giggled light heartedly in an attempt to show her playful side. At the same time she lightly squeezed his hand.
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"I'm glad that you're not." As soon as he said this, he wished he had not. He hoped that she understood what he meant.
Somewhere between Ali's laugh and when she squeezed his hand, Nathan started to relax. He quit worrying about everything that was going on in his life and decided that he should have a good time. He was in quite charming company after all. "Well, where should I start? Um...I was born and raised in a small town in Texas so I know about being hot as well. I have a twin brother who still lives there. I used to play football before...I was sent to the camps." He had meant to say mutated but he felt it wasn't the right word.
He continued jokingly. "I also enjoy long moon lit walks on the beach, dancing, and occassionally going ice skating with a beautiful woman when the oppurtunity presents itself." Well, half-jokingly.
"What about you? What did you like to do before you came to the Mansion?"
Posted by fireraven on Jul 17, 2008 15:18:41 GMT -6
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"Oh so you're a southern boy huh? Do you eat grits?"
She couldn't help but ask that last question. He could probably tell she was still playing around and trying to help keep things on the light side. So far he seemed to be a pretty good guy and that was a very good thing. His comment about ice skating with beautiful women made her raise an eye brow followed by a smirk.
"Oh so you look for hot girls to take to the rink huh? Here I thought I was the first."
"Well, you already know about my fire dancing. I did that even before my powers made themselves known. After learning to control them I use them to enhance my dancing. I used to be one of the star attractions for my dance team because of my ability. Other than that I like going for nice walks and having nice company is always a plus."
Posted by seraphim on Jul 17, 2008 17:33:08 GMT -6
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He smiled at her first question. "Yes, I occasionally eat grits. But not as much as you would think though." He knew she was joking around with him when she asked about the ice skating. "Well, to tell the truth....you are the first. It's kind of rare to find an ice rink in Texas, let alone someone like you." He paused then.
They had crossed several streets already and were starting to get closer to the rink. It was still quite early so he figured they would eat after they finished skating.
Remembering when he first found her dancing on the basketball court, Nathan could hardly disagree with her statement about being one of the star attractions on her dance team. "I don't believe you." He said in mock seriousness. "You're just being modest. I'm sure you were the star attraction for your dance team. So what made you stop fire dancing?"
Posted by fireraven on Jul 17, 2008 19:19:45 GMT -6
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Ali stopped and somewhat yanked Nathan's arm to make him stop as well.
"Now wait a second. You just said you occassionaly go ice skating with beautiful women. Yet now you're telling me that I'm the first?"
She gave him a half glare that wasn't all too serious.
"And what do you mean a someone like me? Are you saying something is wrong with me?"
Again she was obviously playing with him but at the same time she wanted to see what he'd say. It didn't take very long before they were crossing streets and walking amongst the general populace. Ali felt strange being out walking next to humans again. Even though she wasn't in the camps the whole Registration Act still messed with her mind a bit.
"How about you tell me a secret about yourself and then I'll tel you why I left my dance team and my home."
In her mind she thought that was fair. Afterall, her answer would divulge a secret about herself.
Posted by seraphim on Jul 17, 2008 20:31:57 GMT -6
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Nathan felt a pull on his arm, so he stopped and faced Ali. He knew she wasn't being completely serious but she still wanted an answer. "I believe that I said a beautiful woman. I was implying that there was only one and that is you. Forgive me, it was a bit premature but I have been hoping to make this more than just a one time thing. What I meant was that you aren't like anyone I've ever met before. You're exceptional. One of a kind, actually. And no, there is nothing wrong with you that I can find.
He sensed an unlying issue with Ali. Something bad must have happened to make her turn the question back towards him. If she didn't want to talk about it that was fine with Nathan. But she obviously did, she just wanted to find something out about him first.
He thought about what he could say. He might as well tell her the whole story. Relationship were built on honesty after all. "My parents died in a car crash. Tanner had been with them at the time but he turned out ok. But he had to stay at the hospital. I had just came home from visiting him and I...yelled in defiance I guess you could say. Trying to make myself feel better. I felt a pain along my back and passed out. I woke up later and had six white feathery wings.
"I went to see Christene, my girlfriend at the time, and she saw me and became frightened. Her father came out and we had an altercation. She begged me to turn myself in, saying everything would be ok. Being the fool that I am, I did. I was then sent to the camps and now I'm here."
Nathan had taken note of their surroundings while he had been talking. He decided it was a good time to move. "I would really like to hear your story now, but could we first move out of the middle of the street?" The cars were starting to honk their horns and their drivers were beginning to yell at them.
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Ali gave a look of brief surprise when nathan asked about getting out of the middle of the road. She didn't even realize they had stopped walking. It was like reality had vanished for a short time as they walked and talked.
Once they were across the street Ali squeezed Nathan's hand again after his compliment on her looks. She also couldn't hold back a rosey cheek blush. She pulled him close and spoke softly.
"I hope we can make this a more than a one time thing as well. You're very sweet and I'm already enjoying my time with you Nathan. You're very unique as well and I like that alot."
She listened to his short story and felt sad to hear about his parents. Hearing him mention having wings sparked some interest though. Ali tried not to be too obvious in trying to look for the mentioned wings, but she didn't see anything out of the oridinary.
"I'm sorry about your parents and your troubles with your ex-girlfriend. She is an ex right?"
She waited for a moment to let him answer her question. Mostly it was to assure herself that when she called the other girl an ex that she was right to do so.
While thinking of how to tell her story Ali spaced out just a bit. What happened to her was probably almost as terrible as what happened to Nathan. Only differences were that she didn't lose her parents and she didn't end up in the camps.
"My story now huh? Mine takes place a couple years ago when I used to dance for a club. I had finished a routine and I was taking a break when some guys started hitting on me. I did everything I could to be polite because that was the club policy. Be polite to the customers even the drunk ones. Well, they were calling me Red because of my hair I guess and it started getting to me. Eventually I couldn't take it anymore and I exploded on them. I mean to say that I caused an explosion. Their bodies blew apart like dolls right in front of me just before the building erupted like a bomb had gone off."
Ali nibbled her bottom lip nervously as she thought about the events. Lifting her head back up she threw on a fake cheesy smile to try to show Nathan she was ok.
"Anyway, that's when my parents decided I should go to the mansion. So I could work on controlling my emotions. My power becomes stronger and more dangerous when I'm upset."
That was putting it mildy but she was sure he got the point.
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Nathan thought it was funny that she asked about Christene. "Of course she's an ex. I figured that wasn't right for me anyway." He then caught her looking behind him at his back. She's wondering where my wings are. I can't blame her.
He studied Ali's face as she told him her story. She still felt bad about what she had done after all that time. He stopped suddenly and gave her a comforting hug. "I'm sorry that you had to go through that."
"And I'll make a mental note to not make you upset."
They had arrived at the ice rink. He opened the door for her politely while still holding her hand. "We're here."