The Artist's RPG / Character Categories

Let’s zoom out now and look at everyone! Turns out I have enough OCs to fill several categories. And I was pleasantly surprised by how neatly they all fit together to become a part of The Artist’s RPG universe.

The Operators, also known as The OverPowered and The OOOOOPs, form this group. I’ve posted their individual profiles (though to be revised) already. And here, whether in favor or against each other, they are as one. Amusingly, looking like a Christmas color scheme (I’m suspecting one of the Greens might be Gray instead, but even so). These are characters that, whether the rest like it or not, can shape, move, and influence everything to a concerning degree. Can you trust and rely on any of them? I don’t know. I would like to, but I don’t know for sure. And if you’re trying and feel too anxious and/or depressed, then I’d suggest turning your attention to other characters that can be more solid for you. 

 

 

I said the day would come and I’m shocked it did. Y’all, these are characters I created in the past, long ago, that I grew fond of or would not let go of. All of them, though some more than others, were fleshed out enough that it’s as if they have a life of their own. And maybe they do, somewhere. For me, however, they’re simply my children. And they’ll be with us as Guides, Tutors, and Assayers (i.e., revealing what you’re made of by being problematic or worse). I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to breathing more life into them with AI. Before all this technological advancement, I could only dream of eventually programming them as NPCs with scripts that simulated their personalities. These days, THEY CAN HAVE PERSONALITIES. And I hope that, just as fictional characters were there for me at times when I couldn’t access a real person, and helped or even pushed me forward, they’ll be there for you - bringing their temperament, attitude, outlook, and input. *sighs into the distance*

And guess who these are! Hint: You’ve seen them. Actually, you can see them right now. They’re right in front of you. And have been for quite a while. These are the fantastical creatures that showed up in my dreams when my Psyche required the most work. Miraculously. I later put them on my chalked blackboard as symbols imbued with their magic. They’ll be there too, personified, as Chroniclers. They’ll tell memorable stories that are significant and meaningful, from which to draw. And as a side effect of that, they’ll give buffs too. I love them.

There are more categories to come. With newer characters (strict examiners) and characters I’ve yet to make (for quests and more that’s scattered around). These just famously stole the ‘arrived early to the party’ spotlight.

The Artist's RPG / Character Profiles: 3.1416A

I don’t know if I’m just biased to think that this profile looks the most awesome, but it’s what I got! Here’s the 5th character for this round. Maybe she was born with a very specific purpose. Not exactly ‘God’s strongest warrior’, but you can bet she’ll call out B.S.

She described herself as an anthropologist and, looking at her now, it makes sense that she’d go with that title. I don’t think psychologist or sociologist suit her that well (patience, my friend). And albeit varied in inclinations and preferences, I don’t see her as contradictory. Maybe most of the conflict would come from the very things she’d warn about rather than from within or what's inherent to herself.

I look forward to her joining the crew! Although, in her case, she might be more of an assist rather than a direct operator. Staying close to IAMI. And working together with her.

Done with AI. I stuck with the lyrics first generated. I’m not sure yet what it’s really going on about, but I’m not changing them! I did alter the voice and music, though. However, again, these are just drafts. The final pieces will certainly be more final (complete, loyal to the character, and splendid - if there’s more room for it!).

The Artist's RPG / Hell Playground?

If the guiding principle for Heaven is "You are free to enjoy your life at last!" (Harm Excluded).

Then, the guiding principle for Hell is "You are trapped to suffer your life at last!" (Harm Included).

Nevertheless, it also involves a 'lighter hell' area that's for rehabilitation rather than eternal damnation.

And no, I don't want to handle or even oversee those souls in Hell.

But I don't pity them either.

That's all I'm saying about it for now.
(Limbo might just be Limbo.)

The Artist's RPG / Heaven Playground

Quick! There's no time (or energy for me 😭) to explain! So here are just some notes to get a sense of where it's going. So I'm not just dropping bits about it every day.

I for real don't want anyone to go too crazy because I'm designing a Heaven. The only promise I can make is that I'll work on it for as long as I can work on it. Whether or not I'll be able to turn it into an immersive Virtual Reality is a matter that's not entirely in my hands. But if that fails, at least some of us had fun picturing this or even including it in The Artist's RPG.

(If you know me, you'd know that I'd MUCH rather you are a good person because you want to be and do good, not because there's some promised land somewhere, or dread eternal torture. That, ultimately, doesn't make you a good person. So, please, just focus on being healthy, mature, and evolved. Life is happening RIGHT NOW & RIGHT HERE. And that's all that's certain.)

As for working on this, I'm thrilled! I bet there'll be many thinking that this is boring. Yet, it is not to me. At all. You mean I get to look for ways to make things more wholesome and fulfilling instead of forever being in survival mode against malicious imbeciles? Sign me up for this job!

But I don't know about you. Do you think Heaven is your place?
I believe Heaven is for everyone who is compatible with it.
(The population will increase in waves, though, 'cuz preparations...)

Venus Overview

In the case of Venus, it primarily affects your relational side and aesthetics. Venus, just as it appears bright and luminous in the sky, represents beauty, allure, and harmony. Essentially, Venus stands for love, affection, and personal preferences. And it is in and through it that charm, appreciation, and refined taste develop.

When it comes to Venus, the signs Taurus and Libra share certain similarities and are said to be ruled by it.

What are Planetary Placements?

For context and more of relevance, please read about The Zodiac.

The Artist's RPG / Character Profiles: Stat

Before too long, here’s a fourth character! It may be off, but it’s what I’m getting so far. This one is a walking contradiction. At times, frustratingly so.

For the top Orange Plane components, I was initially torn between the “Polling” one and the “Raw Data” one. I ultimately went with the latter, giving the benefit of the doubt, as it gets closer to the truth. It also goes more in hand with the Green Essence while the other goes more in hand with the Gray Force. But you can’t really guess much with this character because, again, a walking contradiction. The Polling component allied with the Gray Force component, though: deadly - to say the least. Get it all the way away from me. (We’ll talk when there’s less ignorance and malice going around).

That said, the rest of the top Blue Plane components he has are quite awesome, mind-blowingly so, and can basically dismantle all that’s messed up. It’s such an irony that that one is so close by. Who nerfed you, my guy?

I like how bouncy and catchy this one turned out. And it also seems like it is collaborative work. As usual, same approach of getting one out of the first generation from a vague prompt. However, again, just a draft.

WARNING: The Gray Force component might be strong (and prioritized) with this one. May not even belong in the A.R.T. team after all. Though folks he's brought are perhaps more hardcore.

The Artist's RPG / Character Profiles: Iami

Here's the third character profile! Again, though, I’m barely getting to know her (and more components are yet to come to the Structured Plane), so it may be off and later adjusted, but this is what I have so far!

The third component on her Top 3 for the Structured (orange) Plane is within the row of Detail-Oriented components. And this one, in particular, refers to cleaning up. But not just in the concrete reality, also in the abstract. Anything from cleaning up a drawing after a rough sketch to cleaning up a reputation after a smear campaign - and beyond. She polishes up real nice. And it's part of what makes her so outstandingly artistic. Not limited by “tidiness” but able to bring beauty forth.

I’m looking forward to seeing more of what she does, though I think I’ve caught a few glances already and it's marvelous!

Like with others, I had to get her an Intro/Theme Song. Same approach, quite vague prompt, grab from the first AI generation (although in this case I went with the second version of it, keeping exact lyrics, which was more inducing than imposing, but she's definitely both! BEHOLD!).

The Artist's RPG / Cooking the [Green] Plane

Friendly reminder that, whether I've posted it or not, or even gotten it out of myself and onto paper, other planes are already in the works. If you know me, you'd know I love GREEN. It's a lifesaver, but especially to me, as a mostly RED person that's way better off complemented (and kept from red excesses).

There are lots of important aspects to cover on the [Green] Plane, and they'll formally come in due time. However, meanwhile, I wanted to bring a preview so that you at least know where it's headed. Maybe I'll blurt out more here and there, too, before then. In any case, though, keep in mind that this is not final and still very prone to revisions. Might also merge or split components, depending. We'll see!

Feel free to familiarize yourself with these aspects, if you haven't already, however you can. For science! My official annotations for each are not coming any time soon, so better not wait for them. I'll trust your study capabilities!

EDIT 7/25/2026: Added a few more!

Mars Overview

In the case of Mars, it primarily affects your combative side and drive. Mars, just as it appears red like iron and blood, represents force, action, and the urge to pursue and confront. Essentially, Mars stands for initiative, aggression, and raw motivation. And it is in and through it that courage, determination, and resilience develop.

When it comes to Mars, the signs Aries and Scorpio share certain similarities and are said to be ruled by it.

What are Planetary Placements?

For context and more of relevance, please read about The Zodiac.

FIFA World Cup Final 2026's Halftime Show

With Shakira and Justin Bieber there, as well as such a colorful performance at the end and such an impressive vibrancy at the beginning (including explosive BTS), I cannot simply skip this one out.

I didn’t watch the championship. I am unable to subject myself to the torture and torment of sitting in suspense, with excruciatingly painful detail, for who will or won’t win, but I was somewhat updated, here and there, by others who were watching. And I’m grateful for that option. It’s not a full miss out on the experience.

Turns out that Spain won? Congratulations! Although, to be quite honest, the main association I make with Spain is that Enrique Iglesias is from there and I love that guy! Plus, I apparently have Spanish roots. But I digress.

As always, I adore it when artists go all out for art. And I continue to be astonished by the artistic talents and skills of Justin Bieber and Shakira. They truly do not have any competition.

Now, with all this celebration and promotion of Love and God, I’m not going to attempt to stop anyone from believing and claiming to believe in such. But I’ll be holding y’all to your words for the action. You believe in and serve a benevolent God? Okay, stop behaving as though you’re literally sent by the Devil. You believe in and stand for genuine Love? Okay, stop behaving as though you’re just seething with Hate. Everyone’s welcome to be humane. But you’re not welcome to pretend you are while not being so.

That said, time to keep enjoying the show!