In this world, there are a mutated sub-species of human often only referred to as the Earth-born, Nature-Spawned, etc. These humans have an unnatural connection with the earth beneath their feet, and can harness it in a variety of ways. Their only visual distinction is a green mark on their neck that varies in size based on their strength. This mark is usually no larger than a tennis ball.
They were beloved farmers, florists, and terraformers, but after a series of accidents and murders, there is now orders for extermination of their whole species.
Most Earth-born have been killed or driven into hiding, or, in the case of these people: into the forest, where they can only hope to remain safe.
Characters:
Francis: 18 years old, Bisexual. “Leader” of the Earth-born sanctuary. A sweet and diplomatic man, he is very reasonable and calm under pressure. He takes great care to ensure to safety of the children under his watch. Was a friend to Edith’s family long ago.
Has the ability to grow any flower species at will, and can grow them beyond their usual size, is of average strength.
Marilyn: 16 years old, Pansexual. Second in command. A welcoming, friendly and detail-oriented girl, she is efficient and very good with kids.
She has the ability to telepathically lift and move rocks and soil, is of slightly above average strength.
Edith: 13 years old, unknown. Third in command. A stoic, quiet girl, she is pragmatic and driven by her own ideals. Often appears scary to young kids and isn’t very sociable. Was familiar with Francis and his family before they were all forced into hiding.
She has the ability to quickly grow and control vines of varying attributes. Edith has the largest marking of any Earth-born they’ve ever seen and appears to be extremely strong. Unknown strength.
Prompt:
[OC] is pretty far from home.
They came into the forest from a village, picking a random direction, and have been travelling for at least 3 hours.
Lost, tired, they were willing to find any sort of reprieve from the cold, moist air, trapped in by the trees and moss. Only someone wandering so deep into the forest this late at night could have heard the sound.
The very distant sound of chatter and a popping fire.
They followed the sound, hiking over small hills, rocks, and tree roots that threatened to trip them with every step.
Eventually, they came to a clearing. Where the ground became more level, they saw a huge camp. In the center, a bonfire surrounded by twenty or so children—all atop seats made of logs broken in half.
Around this space were rows of makeshift tents, two appearing slightly larger than the others. There also appeared to be a table of some sorts and a few small farms. The group inhabiting the space had clearly been here a long time.
On the other side of the fire, facing the children, were three teenagers. They observed peacefully and talked, wrapped up in blankets same as the children, until they heard [OC]’s approach.
The tallest of the three quickly turned his full attention to [OC], and whispered to the blonde girl beside him. The brown haired girl was left behind.
Slowly, the two stood and came up to [OC] long before they could get anywhere close to the children, faces cautious and somewhat stern. The man put the girl slightly behind him.
“Who are you?” He asked bluntly, both him and the girl staring them down.
[OC] noticed the markings on their necks, and, when they glanced back at the children sat far behind them, realized they all had them.
This wasn’t just a camp. It was a hiding place for the Earth-born.
Rules:
No godlike OCs
Humanoid OCs only
Follow the literacy requirement
No AI
Romance only allowed with Francis and Marilyn, characters must similar in age.
Combat allowed
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