In 1999 they ruled the hallways.
In 1899 they rules the streets.
In 1299 they ruled the world.
Times change. Leaders don't.
Alternate Universe.
Medieval times.
Let the wars begin.
Above These Righteous Gods
Prologue: Times change. Leaders don't.
What does a bloodied nose earn you today? A suspension? Respect? Maybe fear? And a death, where does it put you? Jail, perhaps? A sterile cell where you can waste the rest of your life away, dreaming of the other choice that you abandoned? Conquering the world is a clichéd phrase that earns a laugh or two and a place in a hooky movie script. War is a term that calls for bombs and mass destruction, deaths of innocents and far range fighting. Those who dream of other times are ignored and passed over.
In this day and age respect and power is earned by smarts, wit and brainpower. Before that it was brawn and strength that brought you to the top. And in a time long in the past, to survive one had to be well equipped with both of the above. To be strong and smart. Wily, cunning, not afraid to play games or manipulate. Strong enough to raise a sword and fierce enough to use it. In those days a bloodied nose was a joke and death was lucky.
Mercenaries and myths are abound in the land of Kalpita, a world in the past that is governed by seven. Seven leaders, gods in their day, who hold the world's seams together with one hand and fight a constant power struggle with the other. In the court smiles are fixed like masks and in the fields lives are shed as easily as a robe.
Life. It's ruthless and cruel but it lives. And if you're careful, you may too.
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The Half-Hearted Casting Call:
I call it this because I know people love being in stories, so I'll give you the chance, but I also don't necessarily need a bazillion characters because it would be easy to make them up. Now, let me explain the story idea a little more. Basically it's the newsies in medieval times (an imagined world, very AU). This world is governed by seven different leaders (they've already been decided). It's constant war, court games, etc, all the stuff I love. If you're interested in making an appearence (you could end up with just a cameo or an important role, who knows!) then leave a review saying so, and including your e-mail. I will e-mail you with more details as well as a profile type thing to fill out. Both female and male are appreciated. This is going to be real fun to write and it may just kick me out of my rut, so send away!