The Alibi

| Crystal • Balmung • Shirogane Ward 15, Plot 60 |

what is the alibi?

The Alibi is an old, neutral organization of bounty hunters backed by the Anonymous. While their main source of activity is through the requests and direction of their secretive employers, the Alibi prides itself on a solid reputation of upholding any accepted acquisition or marks. Of course, if you want professionals to get the job done then one must pay professional prices!

The organization is made up of individuals with varied skill sets and expertise to keep their operations running smoothly. While the majority dabble into fieldwork, it isn't uncommon for some esteemed members to remain in headquarters to offer support and ensure the organization has what it needs when called upon. Regardless from the hunter to the maid, all members are sworn to uphold the secrets and reputation of the brotherhood.

About OOC

The Alibi is a Free Company centered around the stories and adventures of a neutral group of professional bounty hunters and their staff. Many of our plots and events will be centered around jobs, but the organization serves as a second family to many and the tight connections of the brotherhood will pave the way for plenty of casual gatherings, drama, secrets, adventure and various genres in between!
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The organization's foundation is shrouded in mystery, but it is well known that the Alibi serves as an indirect hand for the Anonymous. Members of the Anonymous are an obvious unknown, but rumors are that they're leaders from various outside organizations that sometimes must hire a reliable, unconnected hand to acquire, destroy or perform some task. Jobs given by one of the Anonymous are not taken lightly nor are such jobs given frequently.

The majority of the work for the Alibi comes from outside contracts. While normally such jobs are acquisitions, there is some leeway for the organization to take unconventional jobs from time to time depending on the contractor. Many of the Hunters or Minders have varied skills that make such things possible and while the group normally performs as a well-oiled machine, they do shift their numbers or delegate certain tasks to those suited best for it.
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While the Alibi is willing to consider those from all walks of life, they stress that they're a neutral organization. Members are welcomed and treated fairly with their differences or lifestyles, but it is understood that the job always comes first. Old alliances, biases, reservations, etc must be thrown to the wayside when on the job. The only exception is the Heart Clause- those that do not wish to take a life will never be placed in a position to do so.

Goals

The Alibi strives to create and maintain a creative, friendly environment for its members and allies. We wish to encourage the community to flourish and be a positive force upon the role-playing scene, however our first and foremost priority is to our members. Our main goal is to help craft engaging plots, stories and assist in fostering growth for the characters within the Alibi. We also want to provide a fun, relaxing atmosphere for our members that emphasis quality over quantity without anyone getting lost.

With our first goal in mind, we are a new Free Company to the community. So we are hoping to foster enough interest to gain enough members where we can enjoy versatile plot lines and have a vibrant, thriving community! We hope to be fortunate enough where we can close and control recruitment once we've established a healthy amount of members, so we can ensure that our environment maintains the idea that each character and member feels included in the Free Company missions and story arcs.

Rules

+ All members & associates MUST be over the age of 18! We are a thematically dark Free Company that will deal with plots, stories, etc that would be inappropriate for those under aged. This is also to protect our members so they can have a comfortable, adult-orientated environment.

+ Be mature & respect your fellows in the community. This is self-explanatory. We're not going to pretend that everyone will always get along, but we expect our members to comport themselves well. There is absolutely zero tolerance for any kind of hate what-so-ever.

+ Join our Discord. We use Discord for a lot of planning, discussions, organization and socializing! It's an extremely handy avenue for such things, as well as helping people stay active even if they might not always be on their character at any given moment. This also assists our non-Free Company members in being included in some of our shenanigans.

+ Be active! This is a lenient rule because we know that life can get busy, however we do expect our members to be active in some form or fashion. If you've run into a rut or a rough patch, then simply communicate with us so we know. Otherwise we do monitor activity and take notice if people don't show up to events or participate for months without any heads up!

+ ETC. We're not going to list every possible scenario or rule that could possibly apply here. More or less, just have common sense, yea? If you're ever in doubt, uncomfortable or left wondering... simply ask! Communication is supremely important in the world of RP!

ranks

• The Anonymous - They are the unseen patrons who secretly help fund, utilize and back the Alibi. Rumored to be leaders of other organizations who have a vested interest in having a neutral and hidden avenue for marks and acquisitions.

Free Company Ranks
• The Handler - The face of the organization who manages the Alibi on behalf of the Anonymous. Rumors indicate that even the Handler doesn't know the Anonymous or perhaps only a few?
<FC Leader>

• Cleaners - They assist the Handler in organizing tasks, keeping tabs on members and ensuring the health of the organization as a whole. They also take out the trash if things get dirty.
<Officers>

• Hunters - The members of the Alibi who are currently active as bounty hunters. While their skill sets and expertise vary, together they form the force that fulfill acquisitions and hunt marks.
<Membership | Recruitment Open>

• Minders - The members of the Alibi who do not do fieldwork. Some handle paperwork, mending, maintenance and have other specializations that are absolutely necessary for the Alibi to function.
<Membership | Recruitment Open>

• Trials - Those that are new to the Alibi but seek to join the ranks in an official capacity. Trust is earned, not given.
<Introduction Rank>

Outside FC
Outrunners - Outside contacts of the Alibi. They are trusted and still must follow the rules of the organization when assisting, while maintaining secrecy outside of it.
<LS/Discord Associates | Open>

Recruitment

OPEN

Our recruitment process is fairly simple and the same for those interested in joining the Free Company as a member or an outside contact through our Linkshell. PLEASE keep in mind that we ask all prospective members to read our rules before applying!

Apply Here!
1.) Fill out our application form! Our officers will review it and get back to you within a week.

2.) After your application is accepted, you'll receive an invite to our Discord and the Free Company and/or Linkshell. We will then discuss an easy IC hook to rope your character into being a Trial member. This will be completely IC for non-Free Company applicants.

3.) >>>For Free Company applicants, Trial members will be promoted to Hunter or Minder rank at the discretion of the officers. Usually this will take about two weeks, but it might take longer depending on the environment. This is just to ensure not only that the FC has a good feel for the Trial member and their character, but that they have a good sampling of the FC as well! This promotion will also be reflected in an IC manner!
>>>For Linkshell applicants, Trial members will be promoted to Outrunners when it makes sense to do so in-character.

Contact

Questions? Feel free to reach out to our FC Leader.

In-game: Mana Mizu (Balmung)
Discord: Lain#0004

Mana Mizu

The diminutive Raen is the leader of the Alibi, although that doesn't stop her from still trying to keep her rundown apothecary in business during her off time. While lacking fighting and magical prowess, the shrewd woman seems to arm herself with a clever tongue, curious hands and a feisty grace when doubling down. It's rare to see her without a practiced smile and even rarer to see the woman without her beloved vial attached to her silver necklace.

Mana's Inspirations & Tumblr

Vincint Venator

A road-worn Miqo'te who always has a quip or wisecrack to go along with an easy smile. His genial exterior is set above a devious and oftentimes severely pragmatic mind. He wears both sides openly, with neither serving to mask the other. A bounty hunter and treasure hunter himself, he also serves as one of the Alibi's 'cleaners'. A hired problem solver for anyone who might want to make use of his engineering prowess or his lack of hesitation for putting bullets where they belong.

Sylvistral Ray'niel

This Seeker often known on her papa’s ship as the “Pirate Princess,” works in her off time as a seamstress. However her connections and skills from pirating earns her a place as a hunter for the Alibi, which aids in supporting her boutique. She arms herself with a kind smile and flirty yet mischievous look in her eye and is always willing to help. For the right price of course

C'laihn Venator

At first glance, the harsh and predatory expression of Lain often sends the wrong first impression of some sort of ruffian. This flies out the window when the big game hunter actually speaks and his cheerful, supportive demeanor shines through. He specializes in height-based endeavors (see: jumping) and tracking. Lain is also the younger brother to Vincint despite his larger stature and husband to Yuti Kyis.