DL Tournament [the Dark Lord's tournament]

[The DL Tournament is a test comic I'd like to try out, to see about future projects. I'm keeping positions open to a few friends only to keep it small, but of course, anyone is free to comment, and make suggestions.]

Story Line [I'll keep it short]

[Try not to laugh at the interesting choice of names]
Nautica was once a land that resided in peace. Under the rule of its king, Illiad. However, war broke out against another nation, and Illiad and his prince, Illius left to lead their troops. But only Illius was to return, and he was never the same. Given a strange, demonic touch, the prince took over the throne with a darker reign, pulling Nautica into troubling times.

It’s been two years since then, and now the Lord seeks some of the finest fighters in the region. Sending his messengers out to find them, and prepare them for an up coming tournament. But who would desire to play along in the Lord's games for his amusement anyways? Perhaps someone who was offered their greatest desire? Power or wealth? Or maybe something was taken from them that was deeply important. And until they prove themselves in the tournament, Lord Illius will...hold on to them for a while...

What Illius wants out of this tournament, is a selection of the best fighters from the corners of Nautica. As his warriors and spell casters, His rule can only expand.

[End]

Lord Illius The demonic lord of Nautica. Has recently set up a tournament to pick the best of the fighters known to the region. He is known for his brilliant mind, and his skills in negation. However, as of late, it seems that someone else may be taking control, and pulling the strings behind the Lord. [link]

The Messengers Creatures of the Lord's design. They are considered beasts, but will remain at peace until ordered. Obedient to no limit, they are at Illius' beck and call. They’ve been sent to the corners of Nautica to deliver the Lord’s invitations to the soon-to-be contestants, persuasions included. [link]

The Contestants Fighters entered into the tournament. Messengers first arrive with amazing offers, or taking away what they value most and leave, with the invite as their only trace of ever existing there. Within a month they return as escorts, and take them to the capital, Nauli, where the Lord awaits.

Profile Fill-Out
[Please send your profile to me in a note on DeviantART, or as a PM on Gaiaonline]

Contestant ID Number: [will be given after approval of profile]
Name:
Age:
Gender:
Race: [keep it simple please. Half breeds are allowed, but nothing outrageous please]
Fighting Abilities: [Give a description of your characters fighting style. If it involves magic, or certain types of weapons, be sure to put information about that here. Describe what his/her strong points are, and weaknesses]
Personality:
Reason for Entry: [the reason why your character has entered the tournament. What did the Lord offer that appeals to him/her?]
Bio:
Appearance: [original artwork, or descriptions only]

EXAMPLE PROFILE ENTRY:

Contestant ID Number: 001
Name: Yanamo [last name unknown]
Age: Looks to be around 17-20
Gender: Male
Race: It appears to have human qualities, but what ever he is, isn’t known for certain.
Fighting Abilities: What he lacks in strength, he makes up for in speed. Yanamo doesn’t seem to have any sort of magical abilities, however his strangely crafted sickle seems to have a dark aura. His lengthy weapon is capable of reaching a distance of eight feet, and tends to leave a nasty looking mark on anything it cuts. He is easily out muscled, and not the best strategic fighter but his swift movements allow him to get in and out of range of an opponent quickly. He’s weak against many magical attacks, and often panics, causing him to perform some rather stupid stunts.
Personality: A little reserved, and extremely peaceful. Yanamo is easily described as a day dreamer, and often mentally falls out of conversations. A little skittish, and slow to anger, it’s difficult to imagine him as a candidate for the Lord’s tournament. However, he proves to be a willing fighter, and doesn’t seem to understand the words give up
Reason for Entry: To rescue Indi. A friend, and possible love interest.
Bio: No on really knows just where Yanamo came from. He’s a mysterious yet gentle being who’s speech only goes as far as his name [meaning of course, he can only say his own name] He appeared one day in the town of Cleaver, and found himself a most unfriendly welcome. Wandering like the dim character he tends to be, Yanamo strayed into an alley, where he was soon after pumbled by thugs then left unconscious. It wasn’t long before A young girl named Indi came by, and caught site of him by chance, and carried him home, where she cared for him until he recovered. But rather than gratefully thank her and leave, the little mooch seemed to stay, until he eventually became apart of the family. After all, the stray had no where else to go. After a couple of years living with Indi and her family, the two became nearly inseparable. Like a brother and sister [however in Yanamo’s case, the two often seem to be something more] However, things seemed to take a turn for the worse when one of Lord Illius’ messengers came and delivered an invitation to the tournament, and taking one very important thing along with it. His dear friend, Indi. Since receiving the invite, Yanamo has trained non stop until the day where the messengers return to escort him back to the capital for the tournament.
Appearance: [link] [He reaches a height of five feet, and ten inches, yet weighs only 122 pounds. His face in still a mystery to everyone except for Indi.]


More information will be given as the story progresses. Good luck with the character profiles~!