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Ever since the engineering genius of the Mechanist of the Northern Air Temple, the world has immersed into a rapidly progressing industrial trend that is almost close to unstoppable. It has been 500 years since Avatar Aang ended the hundred-year war, and the human civilization, who can't stop savoring the convenience that technology brought, has now turned into an industrial monster--one that greedily consumes the earth and its resources.

Not everyone's happy with it of course, particularly the spirits, who had been thankfully inexpressive of such enmity... at least for now. As for the Avatar, did I mention he's gone missing again for almost 20 years now?

Well, whatever the spirits could do, no one knows. Worse, if they do intend to intervene, who would serve as our bridge to them? Will they listen to anyone other than the Avatar? Will they listen to you? The spirits are incalculable, my friends; so you'd better be prepared at all costs.

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July 6, 2011
Updates! Alright so TC is under [somewhat] new management. Lian Shi [me] will be clearing some old threads up. If you login and you want to reuse an old roleplay feel free to PM me and I'll grab it for you.

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The Primer
[ ]Instruction Manual
Step one. Inside are the list of rules, guides and other pertinent information regarding the board. A must-read section.
614on Jan 29, 2011, 2:04pm
by LION TURTLE
in Canon Characters
[ ]Inquiry Dropbox
Do you have a rash that seeks some truth itching you to speak up? Or a seed of grand epiphany? Or perhaps a sharp eye for criticism? Drop a word and we'll see what we can do about it.
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[ ]Addendum
The bulletin board. Updates and other additional information are put up here.
414on Aug 4, 2011, 2:13pm
by Tsuki Kirei
in ACTIVITY CHECK!
Registration and Records
[ ]Enlistment (1 sub-board)
New faces. New souls. New voices. Bring a breath of fresh air unto this place. Register and make yourself known!
56on Sept 25, 2011, 7:58am
by det117
in Kassura (WIP)
[ ]The Enlisted (6 sub-boards)
The records of the approved, here they're kept.
52111on Sept 11, 2011, 9:58pm
by Neko Len
in Yue Jing Hakudo Waterb...
Personal Index
[ ]Personal Skill Charts (5 sub-boards)
As one gains more Spirit Points, more abilities are learned. Here's where it is updated.
3838on Jul 11, 2011, 2:35am
by HIBANA
in HIBANA, skill chart
[ ]Literary Architecture (3 sub-boards)
The cogs of a mind that is lubricated to a quicker imagination in motion needs an outlet of its resulting creative energy. This is the place for it through the medium of ads!
1348on Jul 12, 2011, 7:46pm
by HIBANA
in Hibana's plot thread
[ ]Private Possessions (3 sub-boards)
A communal safe for special belongings such as journals and mailboxes. Fret not because never would you lose them. The Item Shop is found here as well.
1420on Feb 25, 2011, 11:27pm
by Aka-chan
in Aka-chan's Bag of Goodies
Water Tribes
[ ]The Water Tribe Skies
On board a public airship or a beast flying within Water Tribe airspace? The accounts of your travel, you write here.
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[ ]Northern Water Tribe
Once surrounded by high walls of thick ice, now a growing industrial city on the edge of the planet's northern ice caps. Over time, the surrounding ice have turned a little murky and thinner due to the extensive smokestack exploits of its inhabitants.
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[ ]Southern Water Tribe
The city that was wrecked centuries ago has already been rebuilt; although villages still exist outside it. Like the Northern Water Tribe City, it has started to be industrialized. And since its environment is more hospitable than its northern sister tribe, it now holds custody of the moon and ocean spirits.
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[ ]Foggy Swamp Tribe
One of the few places untouched by the spike of the industrial revolution. Perhaps because it is heavily guarded by the spirits that inhabit the swamp. Over the centuries, nothing has changed with its tribesmen, except for their use of better garments.
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Earth Kingdom
[ ]The Earth Kingdom Skies
On board a public airship or a beast flying within Earth Kingdom airspace? The accounts of your travel, you write here.
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[ ]Ba Sing Se (2 sub-boards)
Many years after the war, Ba Sing Se decided to bring down its greater outer walls for further expansion. As the capital of the Earth Kingdom, it is one of the most progressive industrial cities in the world; although the social stratification still exists. Also, because of their desire for growth, they have covered a large portion of Lake Laogai with earth to have more land area.
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[ ]Great Divide
The largest gorge in the world that is home to colossal insect colonies; most especially aerial creatures, which is why it isn't a great idea to cross it by air. Being a maze of massive rock structures and narrow passages unreachable to most of the aggressive fauna, by foot is the way to go.
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[ ]Omashu (1 sub-board)
Located in the Kolau Mountain Range, it was once situated on a single plateau. However, they have expanded the city to other nearby mounds of earth by building bridges between them, which they both use for transportation and their delivery system.
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[ ]Si Wong Desert (2 sub-boards)
The 'Desert of the Dead', this vast area is the driest and hottest place in the world. As such, it used to be avoided by most travelers due to its inhospitable conditions. But since the Misty Palms Oasis has started to be developed into a city, the traveler traffic has turned busy.
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[ ]Gaoling
With a titanic stadium that stands in its center, this valley town is now considered as one of the entertainment capitals of the world. Every year, it holds the famous Grand Earth Rumble tournament that is watched by people from all over the world.
113on Jul 24, 2011, 8:27am
by HIBANA
in Sparklers (Ren)
[ ]Kyoshi Island
A small island south of the Earth Kingdom, known to be separated from the mainland by the Avatar Kyoshi. It is home to the Kyoshi warriors, now working as skilled private investigation agents.
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[ ]Wulong Forest
The setting of the legendary battle that ended the Hundred Years War centuries ago. It is crowded by tall rock columns and has a shrine dedicated to Avatar Aang.
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[ ]Other Earth Kingdom Territories
For the other unfeatured places such as the Makapu village near a volcano, the Chin village north of Kyoshi island, the Chameleon Bay that leads to the Ba Sing Se outskirts, and the rest of the minor settlements throughout the Earth Kingdom.
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Fire Nation
[ ]The Fire Nation Skies
On board a public airship or a beast flying within Fire Nation airspace? The accounts of your travel, you write here.
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[ ]Fire Nation Capital
Fire Nation's seat of government. It is divided into three districts: the Royal Plaza, which is located at the harbor; the Harbor City on the base of the volcano; and the Royal Caldera City, which sits atop the volcano's crater and is home to Fire Nation nobles. It is also one of the most industrialized cities in the world.
18on Jul 21, 2011, 12:13am
by Aka-chan
in ORGAN GRINDER [Aka-chan]
[ ]Chung-Ling City
Formerly the Fire Fountain City, but after the statue of Fire Lord Ozai has been taken down, it reverted back to its original name. It remains as an industrial city. Although lately, they have focused their specialty to weapon-making, while its central districts cater to fun-seekers who love gambling.
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[ ]Ember Island
An island lined with tropical coasts that are luxurious resorts to the wealthy, the Ember Island remains a favorite vacation spot to Fire Nation people. Also, theaters have sprouted all over the place to attract more visitors, especially those who love the performing arts.
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[ ]Shu Jing
One of the many places untouched by the industrial trend. It stayed as it is since centuries ago--situated on a cliff above a river and a waterfall, surrounded by mountains and lush green forests, and secluded in a slice of most-wanted peace. This is why most nature-lovers migrate to this town.
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[ ]Boiling Rock
The prison that has long stood in the middle of the lake has been removed when much active volcanic activity was detected from the dormant volcano beneath it. It is said that it won't be long until it wakes up from its slumber.
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[ ]Sun Warrior City
During the reign of Fire Lord Zuko, the city was restored and the dragons have finally been protected by Fire Nation laws. And like the oasis of the Water Tribe, they still keep the Eternal Flame safe and a good source of bending 'drive' to the weakened. Little by little, its inhabitants accept technology into their lives although as far as their practices are concerned, they still stick to the ancient tradition.
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[ ]Other Fire Nation Territories
Other locations in the Fire Nation archipelago such as the Jang Hui village, the Crescent Isle and the rest of the named and unnamed islands fall under here.
16on Jul 14, 2011, 4:59am
by CHIYAKO HYOU
in SMELLS LIKE ADVENTURE ...
Air Nomads
[ ]The Air Nomad Skies
On board a public airship or a beast flying within Air Nomad airspace? The accounts of your travel, you write here.
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[ ]Northern Air Temple
The highest city in the world. Geographically, the smallest air Nomad territory, but the largest in terms of population being the seat of the industrial revolution and the city of the Legendary Mechanist. Also, although called an air temple, there are no monks or nuns that live here; only the non-traditional Air Nomads.
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[ ]Eastern Air Temple
Like the Southern Air Temple, the solitary Air Nomad way of life is still practiced here, as propagated by the nuns running it. Lately, it has become one of the most difficult temple to find because its surrounding air space has been covered with very thick clouds, and for some reason, only Air Nomad nuns and monks are able to reach it without getting lost. Rumors say it's guarded by a sky spirit that wards off strangers.
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[ ]Southern Air Temple
As the birthplace of Avatar Aang, this temple that is run by monks continued the traditional way of life of Air Nomads. Although settlements in the lands around it have already been influenced by technology, the temple itself remains pure, free from the industrial trend; because they wanted to prepare for the "worst".
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[ ]Western Air Temple
Situated beneath a cliff. It is one of the two temples that fully embraced industrialization. Just like the Northern Air Temple, it is inhabited by non-traditional Air Nomads. It is known to be the best manufacturers and providers of aircraft, both animal-drawn and purely mechanical.
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Republic City
[ ]Downtown Whale Tail
The central business district of the Republic City. The busiest part where most of the shops and markets are found. Inhabitants travel around via airships and trains. At the center stands a monument in honor of Avatar Korra who saved the city from a tsunami that almost wiped out the entire place.
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[ ]Uptown Whale Tail
The primary residential area of the Republic City, where most of the upper-class citizens live. Parks, universities and research laboratories are also found here.
17on Jun 28, 2011, 12:36am
by NANAMI
in Ripples by the Drop (o...
[ ]Smokestack District
The untidier sector in the outer areas of the Republic City, where all the factories stand in constant grind. A big part of this district also comprises the slums, home to most of the struggling workers of those several industrial plants in that area.
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[ ]Republic Hightown
The administrative district situated in a small floating island powered by steampunk technology. It is where most of the government offices are found and has a very strict security system.
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Archives
[ ]Fulfilled Moments (5 sub-boards)
Finished threads are gathered here.
7212on Feb 25, 2011, 8:14pm
by Aka-chan
in Search for you? Its in...
[ ]Forever Cliffhangers
Unfinished threads are gathered here
40480on Mar 18, 2011, 11:42pm
by Ren Xiang
in Smoke Alarm as a Timer...
Off the Gear
[ ]Portal of Entry
When you are new or returning, you certainly owe us a greeting. Come on, don't hesitate to drop a word! We don't bite; we just tackle people.
1238on Sept 28, 2011, 11:13pm
by NAGINI
in pretty colors...
[ ]Portal of Exit
Although the idea is saddening, if you are bound to hibernation or a permanent abandonment, pray tell us; so we could bawl in a random corner.
23on Mar 21, 2011, 12:44am
by Tsuki Kirei
in M'not Leaving!
[ ]Spam Folder (1 sub-board)
The place to get real crazy! Out of character, that is. Anything unrelated to in-character issues is discussed in this corner.
647on Feb 15, 2011, 12:45pm
by LIHUA HUANG
in Kel needs your votes <3
[ ]Talents' Corner (1 sub-board)
Hide not your talents. They, for use, were made. What's a sundial in the shade? Be it the literary kind, drawings or graphics; we insist you to share them!
2020on Feb 22, 2011, 9:12pm
by Chibimaterasu
in Symphonies of the Drea...
[ ]External Affairs (2 sub-boards)
This is billboard avenue where you may advertise your sites or perhaps, apply for a formal affiliation with us! A GUEST-FRIENDLY board, never hesitate to put up your ads here.
244289on May 9, 2012, 5:30am
by Kami
in Affiliation


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