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16 years ago
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Hey, everyone.
Just so you know, this journal is going to consist of two subject. So here it goes...
A thought occurred to me that certain people who have read "Shuuban: The Kenpei Chronicles" would like to know what my inspirations for it was, meaning they would like to know my inspirations for the site as well. And being that I am the type of artist that never claims things as his own (I believe every "new idea" is inspired by something else), I thought I would share my inspirations for both the story and the site.
1) Highlander: The concepts of the Ancients were definitely inspired by Highlander (the fact that they are immortal an can only die by decapitation), including what happens when you first learn of "The Truth." Even Priest's real name (Juan Ramirez) was one of my ways of paying homage to the movies, including the naming of the two surviving Ancients Connor and Duncan (Connor McCleoud from the movies and Duncan McCleoud from the television series).
2) The Matrix: The concept of learning the truth about the masters after thinking about it is almost like how learning about what the Matrix is after being unplugged; a lot of denial until you feel it for yourself. I can also say that the main purpose of the Ancients were definitely inspired by the Agents.
3) Star Wars: The mentor/pupil ranking system was a definite inspiration from the Star Wars saga, including the relationship between Priest and Shenlong. I also found similarities in the different ways to use the abilities gained after learning the truth thanks to Connor and Duncan; either for peace and prosperity (light side of the force), or through anarchy and selfishness (the dark side).
4) IM RP: A small dialogue RP session
ta-kun666 and I had a few months ago got me thinking about the major plot about Shuuban involving the Masters and only watching the world beneath them just to be entertained. It was a rather interesting RP that I'm really glad happened, otherwise I don't think I would have came up with a good idea for the RPG.
And now for the special announcement:
I am proud to say that the Shuuban RPG is now open to the public! ^^
Feel free to look around and read the rules and announcements already posted. All you need to make your character will be located in the "Archives" section, including an overview of the history and a timeline.
The website is http://shuuban.proboards.com/index.cgi
I hope to see everyone there! ^^
Just so you know, this journal is going to consist of two subject. So here it goes...
A thought occurred to me that certain people who have read "Shuuban: The Kenpei Chronicles" would like to know what my inspirations for it was, meaning they would like to know my inspirations for the site as well. And being that I am the type of artist that never claims things as his own (I believe every "new idea" is inspired by something else), I thought I would share my inspirations for both the story and the site.
1) Highlander: The concepts of the Ancients were definitely inspired by Highlander (the fact that they are immortal an can only die by decapitation), including what happens when you first learn of "The Truth." Even Priest's real name (Juan Ramirez) was one of my ways of paying homage to the movies, including the naming of the two surviving Ancients Connor and Duncan (Connor McCleoud from the movies and Duncan McCleoud from the television series).
2) The Matrix: The concept of learning the truth about the masters after thinking about it is almost like how learning about what the Matrix is after being unplugged; a lot of denial until you feel it for yourself. I can also say that the main purpose of the Ancients were definitely inspired by the Agents.
3) Star Wars: The mentor/pupil ranking system was a definite inspiration from the Star Wars saga, including the relationship between Priest and Shenlong. I also found similarities in the different ways to use the abilities gained after learning the truth thanks to Connor and Duncan; either for peace and prosperity (light side of the force), or through anarchy and selfishness (the dark side).
4) IM RP: A small dialogue RP session
ta-kun666 and I had a few months ago got me thinking about the major plot about Shuuban involving the Masters and only watching the world beneath them just to be entertained. It was a rather interesting RP that I'm really glad happened, otherwise I don't think I would have came up with a good idea for the RPG.And now for the special announcement:
I am proud to say that the Shuuban RPG is now open to the public! ^^
Feel free to look around and read the rules and announcements already posted. All you need to make your character will be located in the "Archives" section, including an overview of the history and a timeline.
The website is http://shuuban.proboards.com/index.cgi
I hope to see everyone there! ^^
I'm gonna make an account for the site now that its done xD
Such a persuasive brother. o.o