Based on a story I'm creating, this is a world of magic and technology. They don't always exist easily, but they do exist along side each other. Heavy influences drawn from China Meville's New Crobuzon, Harry Potter and other fantasy worlds.
Rules
1) No killing, unless it's necessary for the story or the character creator gives permission 2) No adult storylines, although if there seems to be enough interest I will set up the cities seedy side in a separate forum. 3) If you abandon your characters for two weeks without notice that character will either be taken over by another character or killed, depending on how necessary they are to the story. If you have a preference put it in the Extra section.
Background
The city is filled with many nations, from over the world and from different planets.
There are different types of magic, and some races can only use certain magics. Some are completely unable to use magic and others can't live without it. If youy need help with the different kinds and rules I can certainly help. Note that magic isn't always "Black" or "white". Also note that some magics generally aren't compatible with each other.
Characters
I have a few basic races already, but if you wish to create a new one feel free. If you have a question about it then contact me.
Crystallines: Live under the city and are made of crystal. Color depends on mineral make-up. Have no mouth so communicate through tones and sign language.
Stone People: There are actually several races of stone people, and they vary in different ways.
Elves: Several varieties of elves, and the different varieties don't always get along. The most common call themselves city elves, and are the most open minded but others can despise them for giving up their free lives for cloistered city living. There are also sea, forest, plain, mountain and desert elves. Different groups have different customs.
Flying people: Again, several types. Some have mechanical wings, some have dragonfly, bird or bat wings.