ein1017
07-11-2007, 01:20 PM
My dad actually came up with this RPG when he was a teenager with his friends and family. I would like to see if at the very least what you think of it.
The basic background is a futuristic huge domed city on the east coast. Outside of the dome is a waste land full of radiation, death and mutations. The city, called New York Megalopolis.
The city is split into different section vertically. “A” is on top; “B” is below “A” and so on and so forth until you hit “R” level. The closer to the top, the more prestigious and important you are and the more privileges you have. Officially “R” is the lowest level in city but beyond “R” level is called the “Periphery.” The “Periphery” is not mapped and no citizen would have a reason to go down there. The “periphery” extends all the way to the bottom. But most citizens never seen the bottom and those that do usually are never seen again.
It is also very hard for a citizen to get a lethal weapon. The most common weapon is called a stunner and basicly is a stun gun that knocks a person unconcious. It has a power setting from 1-5 (5 being the highest) and a wide and a narrow beam setting (narrow of course goes farther) the stunner is almost quiet and does not actually fires a solid object but instead it shoots an electronic pulse to scramble the neurons in the body.
Here is some basic info a character should know.
Things a Character Knows
Traffic Control is responsible for the safety and flow of traffic in the numerous traffic corridors of New York Megalopolis. Completely computerized, TC knows the exact coordinates, speed, course heading, departure point, destination, dimensions and condition of each rotor through the transponder. TC will guide you through the quickest, safest route to where you want to go and have a reserved parking slot waiting!
Less traveled corridors do not require Traffic Control assistance, but in heavily traveled sections, TC assistance is mandatory. This allows the Citizen to relax, sleep, or even get an early start on their work-day.
EVAC or Emergency Vehicle Access Corridor are reserved strictly for emergency vehicles, such as Fire, Security and Emergency Medical Technicians, granting them faster, more efficient access to the distressed Citizen without interrupting normal flow of traffic. Emergency vehicles are equipped with special transponders giving them access to the EVACs.
Rotors are the most common and practical form of private conveyance. The original rotor was based on a simplified version of the helicopter. Still seen today, though rare, most surviving examples are in the hands of eccentric collectors. The rotor today is more efficient, allowing four adults to ride comfortably.
Instead of relying on a large rotary wing for lift and propulsion, the modern rotor uses four tilting turbo fans driven by highly efficient and durable super conductor electric motors powered by the latest fuel cell technology. Fast, comfortable, easy to operate and economical, it's no wonder every Citizen can hardly wait to have their Rotor Privilege approved!
Social Services provide invaluable resources to help the troubled Citizen. Unfortunately, many are so lost with their problems; they become unaware as their behavior grows more and more anti-social. It is the duty of each and every Citizen to watch out for each other and to lend a hand in time of need. When a friend, neighbor, cohabitant or co-worker begin exhibiting inappropriate behavior, it's best to call the trained professionals at the SS to intervene before the situation grows serious. Remember, with mental as with physical health, it's easier to treat an affliction if caught early.
The SS also has programs for those who are blessed with the insight to recognize their illness on their own.
Labor Unit, or lu as they are more commonly called, is the monetary unit of New York Megalopolis. It represents the blood, sweat and tears of the common man who has always sacrificed so much to make this great Society a reality. When the Founding Protectors first enclosed our fair City, the lu was first issued as hard currency- that is, it was physically manifested by coins and bills. Necessary at the time, hard lu was soon supplanted by the simpler, more efficient electronic system used today.
Hard lu has been recalled by the Financial Planning and Treasury and it's the duty of every Citizen to cooperate by reporting and returning any they may encounter.
DTA- Domestic Tranquility Act. This document was carefully forged by the Protectors nearly 200 years ago to provide us with the guidance needed to fully enjoy the security and privileges of a well-designed society. It ensures that each Citizen has a useful place in Society and that Society provides a place for each Citizen. Citizens no longer need to fear being useless. It also clearly outlines privileges each Citizen is qualified to apply for. It also identifies the anti-social behaviors that lead to the utter chaos of the Pre-Closures that the Founding Protectors saved Society from. Without strict adherence to the DTA, Society would soon fall into the cycle of war, disease, famine and pollution of the destructive Chaos Times of the Pre-Closure Era. Remember: The Citizen provides for Society that Society may provide for the Citizen
Arcology- An arcology is a "city within 'City", the triumphant merging of architecture and social engineering, a self contained living space. The Citizens can work, shop, recreate and meet all their societal obligations and needs without ever leaving the comfort of their home arcology. A Citizen could be born, raised, educated, develop a life career, and retire all within a secure and familiar environment, just as was envisioned by the Founding Protectors.
Privilege Rating- Each living area has a privilege rating with A Level being the highest. This reflects the privileges each Citizen has earned through selfless dedication and sacrifice for the betterment of Society. Lower levels may apply to be raised as the Citizens continue their hard work. A Citizen should not be envious of those assigned to a higher level- with great privileges comes the burden of greater responsibility to Society and their fellow Citizens.
PC- The Personal Companion (or PC) is the all in one communications and data management device that everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult carries around with them at all times. It has a VOC (Voice Operated Command), 2D and 3D interactive holographic screen and wireless interface with a variety of peripheral devices, such as HUDs, Comdots, Waldo controllers, Vid screens and numberless other devices. Each person is issued an ID at birth and an official copy of the personal files of the Citizen is carried on their personal PC. PCs are constantly connected to the net and are used to send and receive data files, vid calls, video/trideo streaming from such sources as City Network News, Video Zoo, The Reality Channel, Soap Opera Prime and others. The PC also keeps track of your coordinates at all times and can navigate you to any coordinate. It's truly the most important urban survival tool for any Citizen.
Domestic Cohabitant- There almost always comes a time in the life of a Citizen when they feel it would be to their advantage to merge Living Privileges with another. To do so, they must follow the formality of applying with the Fair Housing Commission and Privilege Review to apply for a Domestic Cohabitation Contract, which can run from one to seven years. If the Co-habs decide to have children, they can apply for a Child Bearing Privilege at the Family Planning Center.
Recycling Chutes are used to dispose of unwanted items, waste and debris. The chutes carry anything placed in them to the recycling centers where they are automatically separated then broken down into their base components and turned into raw materials for manufacturing, or into nutrients for the hydroponics and growing houses.
Slidewalk is the most common form of transportation consisting of constantly moving pedestrian beltways. Part of the slidewalk system uses actual belts, but newer upgraded sections employ gravatics. A series of slides run parallel to each other- one set heading one direction, the other in the opposite- at varying speeds. The inside belts move the fastest, the outer the slowest. This lets the traveler board the slides, yet allows travel of upwards of 100 kph safely. Slide intersections consist of traffic circles that allow the Citizen to change from one to another. Travel by slidewalk is safe and secure.
Running the Slides- There are those rare few who engage in this anti-social behavior- usually children- endangering the safety and lives of those Citizens traveling by slidewalk. It consists of one person being "it" and the other chasing him. The idea is for the person who is it to use dangerous maneuvers to evade the pursuers, such as jumping more than one transition slide, dodging between innocent riders and even jumping from one slide to another heading in the opposite direction! Fortunately, this anti social activity is rare because accidents resulting from running the slides have been very terrible indeed
Basic Living Allowance consists of a one room flat with simple furnishings, a closet, vid-wall and grants access to the community facilities and dining. Rotor privileges may also be applied for by any with a BLA.
As a Citizen increases their contributions to Society in both value and importance, so do their Living Privileges. Increases could include private facilities, larger living space or a wider choice of locations.
Lu Card or Lu Stick- A wallet sized card or narrow stick used to for the storage of lu. Electronic lu is also called E-lu.
Persona Non Grata- Non Person. It refers to anyone who isn't registered with Society. Anyone without an ID is Persona Non Grata! They are not a person and a potential carrier of disease! All PNGs must be reported to the INS!
All persons are issued an ID and number upon birth, which are carried with them at all times. The most common ID is a durable electronic card, using the same level of encryption as a lu card. A back up copy is often loaded to a personal PC.
Everyone has an ID. All PNGs have been taken care of and no Citizen need fear them or the plagues they carried.
INS- During the Time of the Closures, the Intruder Neutralization Service, a forward looking public agency, provided security from the constant danger from diseased, plague bearing undocumented aliens until the Protectors could achieve the goal of sealing the City against the deadly hazards of the Outside. Though the PNGs have been eliminated, the INS still serves- ever watchful, ever faithful- against any threat to our way of life. As the Founding Protectors have taught "Eternal vigilance is the price of security."
Vigilance Committees are Citizen Volunteers donating time and resources to assist the INS in securing the Periphery. Duties mainly consist of maintenance and repairs; however their selfless contributions are important to Society. Join a local Vigilance Committee today, and feel good about yourself!
Subsidies are available to provide the hardworking Citizen the Privileges, building space and other support needed to start their own successful business. In turn, the Subsidized Owner agrees to provide services and goods to be used by Society for the betterment of others. As the small business grows, the Citizen will soon become an Owner. Going Corporate is sure to follow! Don't wait another day to apply for your Subsidy!
Corporations work hand in hand with the City Council to constantly build a better Society. They provide arcologies for Citizens to secure comfortable living privileges, better education, and gainful employment and successfully contribute to Society
EDIT: Schools starts with grade school (age 5-11) then intermediate school (11-15) then either high school or trade school. High school is for wen you want a higher education and go to college. High school (4 years long) trade school (4 years long) College, only if you went to high school (a choice of degrees, longer you stay the higher the degree) Technical school is where you learn the trade of lesser jobs, likes cops. (choice between 1 to 8 years)
One last note, since the city is domed in. there is no natural light and the days are spit into 20 hours, each hour has 100 minutes and each minute has 100 seconds. Dawn begins at 00:00 and dusk is at 10:00. (Dawn and dust is a relative term and used mostly for determining the beginning and ending of a work shift.)
For visual reference, think of:
5th element but domed in and gloomier.
Blade runner
“Caves of Steel” written by Isaac Asimov
So what do you think?
The basic background is a futuristic huge domed city on the east coast. Outside of the dome is a waste land full of radiation, death and mutations. The city, called New York Megalopolis.
The city is split into different section vertically. “A” is on top; “B” is below “A” and so on and so forth until you hit “R” level. The closer to the top, the more prestigious and important you are and the more privileges you have. Officially “R” is the lowest level in city but beyond “R” level is called the “Periphery.” The “Periphery” is not mapped and no citizen would have a reason to go down there. The “periphery” extends all the way to the bottom. But most citizens never seen the bottom and those that do usually are never seen again.
It is also very hard for a citizen to get a lethal weapon. The most common weapon is called a stunner and basicly is a stun gun that knocks a person unconcious. It has a power setting from 1-5 (5 being the highest) and a wide and a narrow beam setting (narrow of course goes farther) the stunner is almost quiet and does not actually fires a solid object but instead it shoots an electronic pulse to scramble the neurons in the body.
Here is some basic info a character should know.
Things a Character Knows
Traffic Control is responsible for the safety and flow of traffic in the numerous traffic corridors of New York Megalopolis. Completely computerized, TC knows the exact coordinates, speed, course heading, departure point, destination, dimensions and condition of each rotor through the transponder. TC will guide you through the quickest, safest route to where you want to go and have a reserved parking slot waiting!
Less traveled corridors do not require Traffic Control assistance, but in heavily traveled sections, TC assistance is mandatory. This allows the Citizen to relax, sleep, or even get an early start on their work-day.
EVAC or Emergency Vehicle Access Corridor are reserved strictly for emergency vehicles, such as Fire, Security and Emergency Medical Technicians, granting them faster, more efficient access to the distressed Citizen without interrupting normal flow of traffic. Emergency vehicles are equipped with special transponders giving them access to the EVACs.
Rotors are the most common and practical form of private conveyance. The original rotor was based on a simplified version of the helicopter. Still seen today, though rare, most surviving examples are in the hands of eccentric collectors. The rotor today is more efficient, allowing four adults to ride comfortably.
Instead of relying on a large rotary wing for lift and propulsion, the modern rotor uses four tilting turbo fans driven by highly efficient and durable super conductor electric motors powered by the latest fuel cell technology. Fast, comfortable, easy to operate and economical, it's no wonder every Citizen can hardly wait to have their Rotor Privilege approved!
Social Services provide invaluable resources to help the troubled Citizen. Unfortunately, many are so lost with their problems; they become unaware as their behavior grows more and more anti-social. It is the duty of each and every Citizen to watch out for each other and to lend a hand in time of need. When a friend, neighbor, cohabitant or co-worker begin exhibiting inappropriate behavior, it's best to call the trained professionals at the SS to intervene before the situation grows serious. Remember, with mental as with physical health, it's easier to treat an affliction if caught early.
The SS also has programs for those who are blessed with the insight to recognize their illness on their own.
Labor Unit, or lu as they are more commonly called, is the monetary unit of New York Megalopolis. It represents the blood, sweat and tears of the common man who has always sacrificed so much to make this great Society a reality. When the Founding Protectors first enclosed our fair City, the lu was first issued as hard currency- that is, it was physically manifested by coins and bills. Necessary at the time, hard lu was soon supplanted by the simpler, more efficient electronic system used today.
Hard lu has been recalled by the Financial Planning and Treasury and it's the duty of every Citizen to cooperate by reporting and returning any they may encounter.
DTA- Domestic Tranquility Act. This document was carefully forged by the Protectors nearly 200 years ago to provide us with the guidance needed to fully enjoy the security and privileges of a well-designed society. It ensures that each Citizen has a useful place in Society and that Society provides a place for each Citizen. Citizens no longer need to fear being useless. It also clearly outlines privileges each Citizen is qualified to apply for. It also identifies the anti-social behaviors that lead to the utter chaos of the Pre-Closures that the Founding Protectors saved Society from. Without strict adherence to the DTA, Society would soon fall into the cycle of war, disease, famine and pollution of the destructive Chaos Times of the Pre-Closure Era. Remember: The Citizen provides for Society that Society may provide for the Citizen
Arcology- An arcology is a "city within 'City", the triumphant merging of architecture and social engineering, a self contained living space. The Citizens can work, shop, recreate and meet all their societal obligations and needs without ever leaving the comfort of their home arcology. A Citizen could be born, raised, educated, develop a life career, and retire all within a secure and familiar environment, just as was envisioned by the Founding Protectors.
Privilege Rating- Each living area has a privilege rating with A Level being the highest. This reflects the privileges each Citizen has earned through selfless dedication and sacrifice for the betterment of Society. Lower levels may apply to be raised as the Citizens continue their hard work. A Citizen should not be envious of those assigned to a higher level- with great privileges comes the burden of greater responsibility to Society and their fellow Citizens.
PC- The Personal Companion (or PC) is the all in one communications and data management device that everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult carries around with them at all times. It has a VOC (Voice Operated Command), 2D and 3D interactive holographic screen and wireless interface with a variety of peripheral devices, such as HUDs, Comdots, Waldo controllers, Vid screens and numberless other devices. Each person is issued an ID at birth and an official copy of the personal files of the Citizen is carried on their personal PC. PCs are constantly connected to the net and are used to send and receive data files, vid calls, video/trideo streaming from such sources as City Network News, Video Zoo, The Reality Channel, Soap Opera Prime and others. The PC also keeps track of your coordinates at all times and can navigate you to any coordinate. It's truly the most important urban survival tool for any Citizen.
Domestic Cohabitant- There almost always comes a time in the life of a Citizen when they feel it would be to their advantage to merge Living Privileges with another. To do so, they must follow the formality of applying with the Fair Housing Commission and Privilege Review to apply for a Domestic Cohabitation Contract, which can run from one to seven years. If the Co-habs decide to have children, they can apply for a Child Bearing Privilege at the Family Planning Center.
Recycling Chutes are used to dispose of unwanted items, waste and debris. The chutes carry anything placed in them to the recycling centers where they are automatically separated then broken down into their base components and turned into raw materials for manufacturing, or into nutrients for the hydroponics and growing houses.
Slidewalk is the most common form of transportation consisting of constantly moving pedestrian beltways. Part of the slidewalk system uses actual belts, but newer upgraded sections employ gravatics. A series of slides run parallel to each other- one set heading one direction, the other in the opposite- at varying speeds. The inside belts move the fastest, the outer the slowest. This lets the traveler board the slides, yet allows travel of upwards of 100 kph safely. Slide intersections consist of traffic circles that allow the Citizen to change from one to another. Travel by slidewalk is safe and secure.
Running the Slides- There are those rare few who engage in this anti-social behavior- usually children- endangering the safety and lives of those Citizens traveling by slidewalk. It consists of one person being "it" and the other chasing him. The idea is for the person who is it to use dangerous maneuvers to evade the pursuers, such as jumping more than one transition slide, dodging between innocent riders and even jumping from one slide to another heading in the opposite direction! Fortunately, this anti social activity is rare because accidents resulting from running the slides have been very terrible indeed
Basic Living Allowance consists of a one room flat with simple furnishings, a closet, vid-wall and grants access to the community facilities and dining. Rotor privileges may also be applied for by any with a BLA.
As a Citizen increases their contributions to Society in both value and importance, so do their Living Privileges. Increases could include private facilities, larger living space or a wider choice of locations.
Lu Card or Lu Stick- A wallet sized card or narrow stick used to for the storage of lu. Electronic lu is also called E-lu.
Persona Non Grata- Non Person. It refers to anyone who isn't registered with Society. Anyone without an ID is Persona Non Grata! They are not a person and a potential carrier of disease! All PNGs must be reported to the INS!
All persons are issued an ID and number upon birth, which are carried with them at all times. The most common ID is a durable electronic card, using the same level of encryption as a lu card. A back up copy is often loaded to a personal PC.
Everyone has an ID. All PNGs have been taken care of and no Citizen need fear them or the plagues they carried.
INS- During the Time of the Closures, the Intruder Neutralization Service, a forward looking public agency, provided security from the constant danger from diseased, plague bearing undocumented aliens until the Protectors could achieve the goal of sealing the City against the deadly hazards of the Outside. Though the PNGs have been eliminated, the INS still serves- ever watchful, ever faithful- against any threat to our way of life. As the Founding Protectors have taught "Eternal vigilance is the price of security."
Vigilance Committees are Citizen Volunteers donating time and resources to assist the INS in securing the Periphery. Duties mainly consist of maintenance and repairs; however their selfless contributions are important to Society. Join a local Vigilance Committee today, and feel good about yourself!
Subsidies are available to provide the hardworking Citizen the Privileges, building space and other support needed to start their own successful business. In turn, the Subsidized Owner agrees to provide services and goods to be used by Society for the betterment of others. As the small business grows, the Citizen will soon become an Owner. Going Corporate is sure to follow! Don't wait another day to apply for your Subsidy!
Corporations work hand in hand with the City Council to constantly build a better Society. They provide arcologies for Citizens to secure comfortable living privileges, better education, and gainful employment and successfully contribute to Society
EDIT: Schools starts with grade school (age 5-11) then intermediate school (11-15) then either high school or trade school. High school is for wen you want a higher education and go to college. High school (4 years long) trade school (4 years long) College, only if you went to high school (a choice of degrees, longer you stay the higher the degree) Technical school is where you learn the trade of lesser jobs, likes cops. (choice between 1 to 8 years)
One last note, since the city is domed in. there is no natural light and the days are spit into 20 hours, each hour has 100 minutes and each minute has 100 seconds. Dawn begins at 00:00 and dusk is at 10:00. (Dawn and dust is a relative term and used mostly for determining the beginning and ending of a work shift.)
For visual reference, think of:
5th element but domed in and gloomier.
Blade runner
“Caves of Steel” written by Isaac Asimov
So what do you think?