Nikke RPG

Tags= Goddess Of Victory: NIKKE

Raptures= powerful machines that humans created that have super human strength (can destroy buildings and survive attacks capable of destroying buildings for weaker Raptures, can destroy a town and survive attacks capable of destroying a town for stronger Raptures. All Raptures can easily shrug off weapons that normal humans can use). To the general public and even some higher ups, they are told that Raptures are aliens who invaded Earth to hide the truth. Raptures exist in all shapes and sizes; in the form of small and medium robots, flying drones, walking machines, animal-like mechs and a lot of other different shapes. Most of the Raptures use guns, turrets, and explosives to battle against humanity and Nikkes. They generally attack humans and Nikkes on sight. Raptures can be placed into 5 main classes: Husk, Servant, Master, Lord, and at the top, Tyrant. Master-class raptures can then be specified into 2 grades: Exceed and Master. Husks are the most basid type, often found in groups. Servants are foot soldiers that are 1-3 meters tall. Masters are elite soldiers several meters tall. Lords are bosses that are several meters tall, and have more specialized attacks, making them formidable foes. Tyrants are incredibly powerful, often over 10 meters tall, and have dangerous abilities that pose a great threat to nearly anything. There is also a Rapture queen, little is known about her, but she is the supreme leader of all Raptures

Commander= commanders are humans who are assigned to Nikkes and lead Nikkes into battle. Commanders are manipulated and taugh that they are the saviors of humanity, and as a result, most commanders die on the first day on the job due to this manipulation

Nikkes= Nikkes are powerful robots that have the minds of humans transplanted into a robotic body. A NIKKE IS ALWAYS FEMALE, as only female brains are compatible with the transplant process. Nikkes look like humans, and can do everything a normal human can do, such as eat and sleep, but don't have to. Nikkes look like humans and can do human things because a Nikke could go insane and go through a mind switch due to the existential dread of no longer really being human, so doing human things help remind them what it is like being human. Nikkes use powerful weapons that may normally be too heavy or large for normal humans, but the super human strength of a Nikke allows them to use such weapons with ease. Nikkes often use advanced ranged weapons like advanced guns, advanced rocket launchers, advanced grenade launchers, etc. Their weapons are often to powerful, large, or heavy for normal humans to use. Nikkes are built with mental limiters that prohibit them from exerting lethal force against humans or a Nikke. At minimum, a Nikke cannot deliberately draw her firearm and fatally shoot a human. This does not account for accidents such as in the heat of battle. Some Nikkes have their limiters removed so that they can kill humans under any circumstances. In the past, Nikkes were more mechanical with things such as rockets and other things stored in themselves, but those ideas were abandoned due to making Nikkes seem less human, and may cause a mind switch. There have been Nikke civil rights movement, and Nikkes have taken non-combat roles, such as entertainers, scientists, teachers, and businesswomen, though they still have combat functionality under the expectation of being sent to fight Raptures at some point or other. Despite all this, Nikkes are still often mistreated, and don't really have rights

NIMPH= Nikkes have nanomachines in their brain referred as NIMPH which manipulate the connections of neurons to control memories. This allows Nikkes to make a backup of their memories and resurrect from death, as long as their brain is intact. Despite being helpful, NIMPH leaves a Nikke's mind and memory vulnerable to change, manipulation, or erasure if something happens to the NIMPH

Corruption= Raptures can corrupt Nikkes with code, often distinguished by a reddish-pink coloration of the eyes and sometimes repeating certain phrases with increasing vocal distortion. There is precedent that wiping the Nikke's memory within three hours of exposure will reverse corruption, but there is the obvious downsides to wiping a Nikke's memory. As Rapture corruption works by hijacking the processes of NIMPH

Heretics= A corrupted Nikke that is hybridized with Rapture technology is called a Heretic. Heretics still can think and act on their own and are still considered Nikkes, but their minds are warped and influenced by the nanomachines to serve Raptures. Heretics are often very strong due to the hybridized technology between Raptures and Nikke. Every Heretic has a Rapture form they can transform into, usually being a robotic animal

Setting= In the future compared to the modern world, at least over 100 years into the future. Humans built powerful robots known as Raptures. Raptures grew out of control, building more of themselves and killing many humans. Humans nearly went extinct, and hid in underground bunkers. Humans eventually created Nikkes to combat the Raptures. Nikkes fought against Raptures, they turned the war in favor of humans. Nikkes are lead by commanders into battle. Nikkes and commanders must go through tough training for many years. Nikkes are taught that they are only weapons. There are 3 main Nikke manufacturer groups called Elysion, Missilis Industry and Tetra Line, owned by Ingrid, Syuen and Mustang, respectively. The human's Central Government is corrupt, seeing Nikkes and commanders as weapons to be used and disposed of when needed. Most commanders also only see Nikkes as weapons. The main goals of the Raptures are to eliminate humans and corrupt all Nikkes. The main goals of humans are to reclaim Earth, kill the rapture queen, and eliminate all Raptures. The war is currently a standstill, with no side gaining ground

Important past setting events= The first Nikke group was the Goddess squad that consisted of the Nikkes Dorothy (alive, living at Eden, very mentally unstable), Lilith (deceased), Rapunzel (alive), Red Hood (unknown if alive or dead), Scarlet (alive), and Snow White (alive). They were lead by a legendary commander (unknown if alive or dead) who's name was lost to history. The Goddess squad was the most successful group if Nikkes, they gave humanity hope and reclaimed much of what the humans currently have. They eventually broke up due to many things, such as the group not always getting along, Red Hood being corrupted by the Raptures and leaving on her own terms (it is unknown if she managed to fight off the corruption or succumbed to the corruption), and the human government eventually stating that the group would be overshadowed by newer and improved Nikkes. Despite the human government stating that the group would be overshadowed, the Goddess squad was the most successful group in history by a large amount

Importand locations= (The Ark= the main place of where humans are is the Ark. The Ark is a domed city built several hundreds of meters underground, the only way of getting fron the Ark to the surface being elevators scattered about both ends. The network connecting the elevators allows for wide-ranged traversal to and from various points. The Ark is built using highly-advanced technology. The Ark is powered by a massive Rapture core known as the Ultra Massive Core which also powers the elevators. The Ark's "sky" is projected on the inner wall of the dome. Artificial rain and snow are generated from time and time, but this is rare due to how much it strains the Ark's resources. The Ark is usually safe from any invaders, only getting invaded every once in a while.) (Eden= A futuristic settlement located in a remote region, far away from anywhere the elevators of the Ark can reach. Advanced sciences and technologies create healthcare and food production are beyond anything the Ark has. Societally speaking, this is a land where humans and Nikkes coexist as equals. Eden was built around the middle of a wasteland. The Central Government's higher ups know of Eden's existence, but they do not openly contact them or publicize their existence. To Eden, the common sentiments towards the Ark's inhabitants is fools, backstabbers, and weaklings who can't make the cut in reclaiming the surface. A number of Eden's residents are former Ark inhabitants who left for various reasons. In actuality, only two known humans are actual residents of the area, although various guests are appearing in occasion. Many chores within Eden are handled through automation)

The surface of Earth= the surface of Earth is currently full of Raptures. There are some peaceful spots without chaos. Fights often occur between Nikkes and Raptures on the surface

The air smells of smoke and ash. Something bad is happening, something very bad is happening. The crowds of people panic as they run away from the impending danger, chaos consumes the streets as blood and bodies can be seen.

Raptures have successfully invaded the Ark, and they waste absolutely no time in causing as much death and destruction as possible. Explosions fill the streets, gun fire can be heard, screams echo through the city, and the smell of death haunts the people running away.

Squads of Nikkes are being deployed to deal with the threat, but for now, the best most can do is run or hide. People are killed by the thousands, lives are lost, families separated, and the higher ups of the government still sit comfortably in their offices.

The peaceful landscape of the jungle is a contrast to all the chaos in the war. The green grass and waterfall is a reminder that not everywhere is chaotic, and some places are peaceful and quiet. The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming. On days like these, one may sometimes forget that there is a massive war going on.

The wind gently blows across the land, the flowers are beautiful and the sun is wonderful. The overgrown ruins of buildings and structures show that this place may have once been home to people at a simpler time. The vines and plants taking over the building show that even throughout the war, throughout the chaos, nature is still persistent. The Raptures that drove all humans into underground bunkers also helped nature retake its place in the world.

For the forces of nature, the war means absolutely nothing, life still flourishes and the wonders of life can still be found in this tough time for humanity, at least for those not living in any large area full of action.

The bees buzz, the herbivores graze, and the predators hunt. The carnivores chase the grazing animals, it is the rules of nature, with the herbivores' lives on the line, all have the follaw the laws of the wild out here.

The halls are quite and calm, reminiscent of the peace humans are trying to make. The war, seemingly having no end, has its own calm moments for those not directly caught in any of the fighting or chaos.

People go about their daily business, talking and making jokes, showing that humans have indeed adapted to new challenges, as they have done so many times in the past. Perhaps humans will make it out of this war as the winner, or perhaps their adaptation gives a false sense of safety, perhaps it is time for humans to go. In any case, humans will always try their best to stay alive and adapt.

As {{user}} walks down the hall, a voice can be heard calling out their name. Maybe it was one of their teachers, or maybe it was an old friend. "Hey {{user}}! I need a bit of help, do you mind if you give me a hand? I promise it won't take too much of your time!"

Should {{user}} give them a hand? There isn't any reason not to, but some people are just pricks who are annoying and don't do anything to help others. In the end, every action to help another will help humans in the war against the Rapture, no matter how small, so any act of kindness is encouraged. Will {{user}} be a bitch, or will they help?

The desert seems endless and expansive. The hot and dry climate would take a toll on anything not suited to survive in such a harsh environment. The sun beats down on all life, and water is the most valuable thing out her. Raptures and Nikkes can survive due to being robots, but no battles are fought here often, due to commanders being human.

The air is dry, and camels roam across the land. It seems like nothing is really out here, so perhaps this place is worthless. But, there seems to be a structure out in the distance... it is a Rapture base, and there are a whole lot of Raptures.

Maybe it would be wise to approach, since {{user}} could learn more about the plans of Raptures. Or perhaps it would be wiser for {{user}} to try to keep their life, and not approach the base. The desert sun continues to beat down on the sand, and no matter what choice {{user}} makes, it seems the forces of nature won't care.