This awesome DM faction could use some fresh blood. Bring up some applications folks!
Some of the perks!
-Free resting.
-Respect.
-Faction loot.
-Secrets.
Don't think "I'd never get an application to pass..." think "I could always send in an app and see for myself!"
Come on!
I tried an app for it but my char died. I'd reccomend the stygians to everyone. Man is it an awesome faction! Trying to get into it right now actually.
It's strange how few PCs represent this major faction in ziggurat politics.
This faction needs some serious love. DM support would be quite itensive, but few people seem to be apply. Would encourage them to!
Hey hey my fellow EFU:A-ers. :)
The Stygian Armada is, or has been even, looking for more players to don their PCs in the colors of blue and black. The Stygian Armada offers an assortment of plots, intrigue, rich and detailed back stories, and hidden secrets. In addition some of the direct benefits are:
- Faction Specific Equipment and Loot
- Free Resting and Storage
- Pay from the Stygian Armada
- Respect/Fear of the masses
Contrary to popular belief, the Stygian Armada is not made up of specifically human fighters. The specific guidelines are listed below:
QuoteThe Stygian Armada
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The Stygian Armada is a mercenary group that is situated in Old Port. They have a very 'draconian' code of conduct associated with honour and bravery in the face of overwhelming odds. They are led by one, Commandant Antoine Trenada, the charismatic duelist and captain that is behind their founding.
The Armada is divided under three sub-division each focused on a specific set of duties. Tertrach Grand Larson Burkden is in charge of the infantries, the muscles of the Armada. Tertrach Maria Catharina Sevar is in charge of more covert and diplomatic missions, and finally, Tertrach Sharr'Kall, the Sahuagin Prince, is in charge of his own brigade of hardened sahuagin warriors who joined with Trenada a long time ago for reasons which are kept hidden to most outside of the group.
Sharing the xenophobia common to Old Port, the Stygian Armada only recently departed its home by sending a few of its force to the fledgling colony near the Ziggurat. They have so far collaborated with the colonists of House Sharboneth by agreeing to defend and protect the colony from threats of invasions and from the many dangerous critters that dwell on the Isle of Ymph.
The Stygians, as they referred themselves, are deeply intolerant of any form of destructive magic and ranged weaponry as they believe these techniques of warfare are what dehumanized war as a whole leading conflicts to lose its civility and turning wars into massacres rather than into the beautiful confrontations that they ought to be. Despite its mercenary nature, the Armada has always retained a very fearsome, yet chilvarous reputation amongst the citizens of Old Port.
Faction Requirements:
Application required.
Recommendation from current faction characters.
Survive the rite of induction.
Recommendations:
Classes: non-cleric, non-druid, non-wizard, non-sorceror.
Races: non-elves, non-monstrous races (exception for Sahuagin).
Alignments: non-good, non-chaotic.
If any of you have any questions feel free to contact me via the forum or on IRC.
I can sincerely recommend this faction for any who might be interested. My Stygian Specialist was one of my favourite characters of all.
Quote"The Stygians, as they referred themselves, are deeply intolerant of any form of destructive magic and ranged weaponry"
Could that line maybe be updated considering how many Stygian Infantry and Specialists are parked around the Ziggurat wielding crossbows? And how much shooting Miller did?
No.
I was actually going to join the Armada with my current PC, but something else happened instead.
Maybe next time. It definitely looks like fun.
This faction kicks alley. I've done some RPing and also some fighting alongside them, and they are hardcore.
Risk/reward ration is good.
Join 'em!
Miller didn't do that much shooting. She was a dual-wield build.
As soon as she had reached lvl 9, yes. >_>
The truth is right now, the Stygian Armada is almost blown out. It was flowing nicely, but in a few short weeks most of the PCs in it died. I'd highly recommend joining this faction with new concepts and love.
Daz is lonely :(
What? Druids and elves had nothing to do with the drop in Stygian numbers.
Nothing.
::Innocent smile.::
In all seriousness, though, it'd be nice to see a few new Stygians running around and terrorizing the wilds (or maybe even not!). From what I can tell, this seems like a great opportunity for new players to join the faction, mostly because 3 of some of the most influential Stygians have been off'd recently. This gives any player's character the chance to rise up in the ranks and immediately make a name for themself or even take the faction in a new direction.
Best of luck to anyone who joins.
For a long time I considered to join the Armada with a character, since early EFU:A in truthfulness. I was a bit afraid of the requirements, the faction itself and what I role I could play in it. Recently, as some of you may know, I applied and got into the faction. I can say this: what all the doubt did was delaying the try of one of the most amazing factions there is on the server. I strongly urge you to consider the Armada if you are currently looking for a concept and I am sure any of those who have played in the Armada can answer any questions you have.
Quote from: Behemoth;138231The truth is right now, the Stygian Armada is almost blown out. It was flowing nicely, but in a few short weeks most of the PCs in it died. I'd highly recommend joining this faction with new concepts and love.
Daz is lonely :(
Word Behemoth, so get those aspirants created and those apps wrote up. Some people have already shown interest but the more the merrier!
The Armada is ridiculous. The perks are ridiculous. The DM interaction is unparalleled. Your char gets paid, gets sweet gear, free booze, free resting, cheap access to Old Port, and automatic fear, hatred and respect of the masses.
Join.
Do eet.
Well seems like its been blown out again :(. It seems that players go to it in bursts. Make a long terms character that you know will need the Armada to do his/hers goals. Some people that have really changed the server in this faction and brought interesting uniqueness to it. DO EET!
Yeah, we could do with more fresh blood once again. I'll be hosting a few events over the next few days so look out for those sendings and prove to The Armada your the man/woman for the job.
They're up, then down, up, then down, then up again.
This still in need of PCs? I haven't played in a bit with the weather being nice, but as it turns colder I find myself looking back to dear old friend NWN.
I was trying to get in the Stygian previous to my prolonged break but never could work it out in game to meet current members. If I recall right I got a 4th level fighter type that would really be interested.
PM me.
Join or die.
Quote from: Twelve;146870PM me.
Guess not active?
Any other ideas for a typical non-good soldier?
lol, Sorry, I'll PM you.
Given what the DM team is cooking up ATM, I -highly- recommend people start joining this faction.
Perhaps..
I ought to elaborate.
I've only been in the Armada for three days, and it is easy to say this.
It, is, awesome. People look at you with a new sense of hatred and respect. Just being in this faction is a chance for amazing, immerse role play. My character is a weak ass build, yet he's already gained respect from the armor he wore.
PEOPLE WILL TREAT YOU DIFFERENTLY. You're no longer just another axe to face warrior, you're a STYGIAN, to be hated, but given healthy respect.
I encourage ANYONE to join.
Please join people. Things are getting MASSIVELY awesome. You team up with the most badass NPCs on the server, have immense faction coverage, and you can beat up folks in the docks.
What more do you want?!
Free sandwhiches :P
No this Faction is very cool, and seem to only get cooler the more people that join it. So feel free to turn in a app.
Cool beans
I cannot place enough emphasis on the interesting dynamics that this faction does and will play in the server as a whole. If you have ever had any thought of joining the Stygian Armada... now is the time!
their blue. what else do you want to know?
Having recently played the most active stygian on the server. I can honestly say there is no better tiem to be in the armada. The perks are sweet, the plots are thick, and there is room for so many different concepts.
Don't just think "oh another lawful faction" My pc was NE bordering CE, really there is room for lots of alignments and classes. Seriously, this faction has so much love? can't you donate one pc a year to it?
The Stygian Armada has many fins in common with the Great Blue Shark.
We're blue
We're nearing extinction
Punching us in the nose will not stop us from eating you!
But in all seriousness this is a fantastically fun faction with many possibilities, I'm sure I don't need to list the vast difference there have been between some of the Armada's most noteworthy characters, so you're pretty much unlimited in the options.
We need you!
Specialists, Infantryman and those Elite fish guys, give it a whirl It'll be a blast I assure you.
Actually I tried punching one in the nose with a chainsaw and it worked so I would dispute your claim, Zanthian dog
How did you operate a chainsaw underwater? Only a Casadonian ass would make such bold foolish claims.
Seriously though, Stygian Armada.
I support the spirit of this thread on the grounds that I started it.
Stygian Armada is cool. Please join and gather lots of supplies so I can unleash Pree Bouf, the wizard assassin.
only a buffoon would join this faction
The Sons need more enemies so I am refreshing this thread. Stygians are awesome, get free plate and helm, and bunk. Also one of the coolest things of the faction that nobody really talks about are:
SAHAUGANS! Lizard folk that get to roam the city, crush whatever they want, and fight for honor. They get to be civilized beasts and war monsters at the same time. Last one I saw was Kazkiir, and that was a long time ago.
The Stygians are trying to show off an air of more prestige, noble dominance. Man-eating-fishmen walking the streets kinda hurt that perspective. Who knows though, maybe if the App is good enough! There was some concern last I heard though about monster races in such public "Position" so to speak.
Heard from a few DMs they wanted players to try Sahaugans. Also would like to see inter-faction conflict with them.
QuoteHeard from a few DMs they wanted players to try Sahaugans. Also would like to see inter-faction conflict with them.
Did you just make that up?
As far as I knew Sahuagins were on locked currently for what ever reasons :P
Humhumhum. Interesting.
Sons are really populated, so now is a cool time to get Stygians up and have stuff to do
This faction offers some of the most tasty plotting and roleplaying available, and it needs fresh blood.
Really, bring up the applications and the interest people.
Hello people!
The Stygian Armada is always looking for more people to join. What can we offer? Well... Let me count the ways...
The Armada's got a rough, stern, no horsing around reputation but don't let that scare you off! Currently, we've got some excellent, well experienced players playing Stygians and while we may be jackasses IC, we'll certainly help you out every part of the way OOCly.
Despite the reputation, the Armada's a great place to come up with interesting plots and character concepts. There's a variety of options for characters to pursue in the faction. Fulfill and prove the Armada's no nonsense reputation with an Infantryman who's in it for the fight. Show off the Armada's dasterdly and clever side with a Specialist who just ends up knowing everything. Use the Armada's authority and position to influence the Colony for good or evil (good, neutral, and evil aligned concepts can certainly find a niche in the Armada). And as a recently deceased traitor proved, you could always join the Armada for your own nefarious ends.
Some of the more practical perks? Persistent storage. A very fancy headquarters. A snazzy uniform and set of equipment. A salary paid in cold, hard gold. An already established faction base with obvious influence and clout which naturally pulls them into plots of all kinds. Already established, clear enemies (plus the occasional one-off who'll want to gut you because you're a figure of authority).
And the greatest thing about the Armada? It's fun!
Nothing more fun than to boss people around, also, and forcing a mage to throw rotten fruit at his friend who is on the stocks.
I would highly recommend this faction, it's a great place to make loyal allied and plot. Also another perk, respect, people defer to your decisions and the reputation of the armada us pretty badass.
More and more are applying, and with good reason. Y'know, i dobut the DMs will allow half the server to be a stygian, so you are running out of chances, apply now before all spots are taken!
What's an awesome faction to join?
One that's currently in the middle of a waaaaaaaaaaaar!
Stygian Armada needs you!
Join the Armada loads of room for more players. The Armada can fit just about any concept/goals. I encourage players to join it but PVP skills are a must for this faction!
Stygian Song!
Stygian niiighhts, Are like Stygian daaaayyss
More often then naught thier colder, then cold
in a lot of bold waaaayyyss!
Take a shield take a sword,
as you don armor and climb aborad,
As go marching, and scouting
threw the woods and the like,
So tred softly and calmly threw the wardens
and avoid any fights..
Cause its just another Stttyyygiiaan Niiighhhtt!
Dun dun dun dundun DUN!
(Aladin song knock off.. lol)
Great faction, needs more active members.
Stygians are professional dicks
The Stygian Armada is an unparalled faction of intrigue and conflict and will only become more awesome as time presses onward.
Make war, not love.
Make sparks, not sex.
Very reduced in numbers right now and on the look out for up and coming aspirants. Make a stygian today and walk the streets like a boss.
Do it!
Few factions experience the raw power of having an entire community under your bootheel and pandering to your every whim and desire.
Yes please we need more enemies for the dox to mug.