AN: This is my first FanFic in a while, so I'm uncertain how you FanFic fanatics will respond. The SYOC forms are at the bottom of the page, after the first part of the prologue. I ask for all of you to try and engage with this story if you really would like your OC to be part of it.

Prologue I: The Invitation

The anchor has been lifted from the academic journey of your character's life. They have been invited to spend a luxurious holiday on the cruise ship, Hopes Odyssey. Let your characters bathe in the baking sun, enhance their cultural knowledge as they visit beautiful landscapes and to enjoy the fun times of drunken nights and romantic reminiscences in the company of fifteen other students.

Of course this holiday has a lot more to offer…

It is now time to take back that anchor, chain it onto the back of your character and drag them down the deepest depths of despair! They either sink or swim as they take part in a killing game that only guarantees one single survival. Who will your character be? Will they survive, escape, be part of this cunning plan or be murdered to crimson cold blood.

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The evening heat lay heavy on my shoulders, while the descending sun pressed ruthlessly against my face. I took one deep breathe as I gazed at Hope's Odyssey floating gently on the calm waves in a backdrop of twilight haze.

Oh? Let me introduce myself! My name is Jinketsu Muhai, but a preferred name of Jin. I was randomly chosen from thousands of other students to spend a holiday on the Hope's Odyssey cruise ship, an amazing life opportunity I couldn't possibly turn down! Despite my excitement, my nerves were getting the better of me. Along with me, the 'Ultimate lucky student', I was joined by the most multi-talented students across the globe! It was nerve racking for sure, meeting those on higher hierarchies. But despite me being the lucky one chosen at random, I am sure I could offer something which could make me shine. I was debating what that was, but gut instincts were telling me I had potential somewhere.

I had to remind myself this was not a dream! For the I-lost-count-of-how-many times… time, I reached in my pocket and took out the crumpled invitation letter that was trapped in-between the blister packs of my pain killers and seasick medication.

"Jinketsu Muhai, we welcome you to join a 50 other multi-talented students on a voyage across the Earth's seas on-board Hope's Odyssey. Use this experience to enrich your knowledge of the world and to release yourself from the academic pressures of college life. We hope you enjoy your time on our fascinating cruise sailing adventure!"

Regards"

It seemed strange how the letter appeared informal even excluding the senders name, either way I was brimming with excitement! Yippee!

I waited eagerly and flipped up the collar on my plain-white polo shirtand loosened the buttons as I became defeated by the summer heat. I was beginning to regret my fashion choice of tight pale-pink chino shorts as my cell phone seemed to rub against my skin while in my left pocket. Nevertheless, I am sure some cute girls might admire my summery figure, I chuckled.

That thought is what shifted me back into reality…I am the only student here.

The gangway to Hope's Odyssey had yet to decline and I was beginning to doubt my timing skills. In a panic, I rummaged through my backpack scanned the second part of the invitation. In ink-black bold, it was typed 8pm, but the sun has already set at 9pm? I had one last dip in my pockets about to pull out my phone, but quickly a shadow emerged casting a dark puddle that drenched over me. Before I could turn round…

*KLUNK!*

A heavy sting caned my head and then… the world felt like a sponge as my surroundings became soaked in oozy jet black.

From the heavenly dreams of sailing the oceans in a lifestyle of luxury and embracing the enriched world that was unknown to me, came a weary feeling that a nightmare was about to begin dragging me down into the bottomless pit of hell.

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Next Update: Prologue II: Aboard Hopes Odyssey

SYOC Forms (Consisting of five sections)

Rules: Members can submit a maximum of two OC. You must be thorough and descriptive. Although I love description, I also value simple characters, the story can't contain a clown circus can it =P. I am looking for originality, uniqueness and rich characterization. Please PM me you submissions. (Preference for Japanese names, but not essential).

General Data [Section 1]

Name:

Gender:

Age: (Please aim sixteen – early twenties please)

Sexual Orientation:

Birthdate:

Height / Weight:

IQ:

Appearance (Be descriptive) [Section 2]

Noticeable Features: (Eye & hair colour, shade of skin, hairstyle, facial hair, make-up, body figure)

Fashion: (Clothes, shows, colour scheme, etc.)

Presentation: (Sophisticated, lazy, tidy, revealing, smart)

Unique Features: (Scars, birthmarks, tattoos)

Personality [Section 3]

Personality: (Shy, friendly, loud, domineering, scared, happy, brave, clumsy etc. be descriptive)

Mannerisms: (How they walk, eat, stand, do they smile a lot, natural look of frowning? Do they tense their hands when impatient)

Speech Pattern: (How do they talk? Do they use clichés often, express themselves through anger)

Provide Quotes:

Strengths / Weaknesses: (What are they good at? Do they have any flaws?)

Likes / Dislikes:

Mental Stability: (Any mental disorders such as schizophrenia, autism, adhd, bipolar, depression, memory loss)

Background [Section 4]

Geography:

Family History:

Childhood Experiences:

Prized Possessions:

Best / Worst Events in Life:

In-Game Role [Section 5]

SHSL:

Role in Trial: (Nervous, shy, comical, investigator, quick to blame others)

Hangouts: (Remember the characters are in a cruise ship, but please state any hangout in-case it does appear within the story)

Execution:

Survivor / Victim / Murderer / Mastermind / Escaper: (Please note that I MAY have to disappoint some of you)

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Final Note: I am looking for complex characters, so please bear that in mind. Also, I will include EVERY single submitted character per person, but they may only play a minor role in the story.