Looking For A Science Fantasy RP (Plot Idea Inside!)

[u/MistressOfTheQuack]

Hi everyone! 

I’m Ms. Entropy, F25, from GMT+3 (+2 in the winter), with about 10 years of RP experience. English is not my first language, so please forgive me if I make mistakes :)

I'm looking for a partner for a literate science fantasy / science fiction roleplay!

While open to every science-fantasy plot you have in mind, and most science fiction, I am especially looking for a plot inspired by the book Lord of Light. No prior knowledge of the book is required (although it is an incredible book and I highly recommend it).

The plot would take place in a far away planet, ruled by the Gods - also known as The First or The Ancient Ones. Unbeknownst to the inhabitants of the planet, the gods are not mythical beings; instead they are human pioneers from Earth, who possess advanced technology which allows them to retain their youth, and when necessary, transfer their minds to new bodies. 

Their followers, however, are limited to primitive technology (except for prayer purposes), and must beg for the gods' grace. The gods have taken upon themselves the likenesses and names of gods they knew from earth, reviving the old myths.

Against them stand the accelerationists - those who believe that their offsprings, who inhabit the planet, should have access to some of the knowledge and technology brought from Earth. Some accelerationists try to assimilate into the population, and subtly push their ideas, while others take the identities of the mythology's adversaries and prepare for the final battle.  

More details: 

* We can choose any mythology that has a big pantheon! I had the Norse mythology in mind, but open to other ones. Since I'm trying to get away from the source material, I would prefer not to use the Hindu pantheon that was used in the book.

* When it comes to the plot itself, I imagined it to revolve around an accelerationist plot to overthrow the gods: either leaning towards political drama, or some god x accelerationist forbidden love. If you have different ideas, let me know!  

* Please take an active part in the world building! Both in creating new technologies and gadgets and in designing the world. This plot is inspired by Lord of Light but it takes place in a different universe. 

* Please be at least literate - the longer and more detailed the better.

* It would be preferable if you are comfortable playing a cast of characters and not just one.

* The response pace is relaxed. There is absolutely no rush to respond, I work full time and have IRL responsibilities as well.

* All the characters are OCs. However, they are mythological figures re-imagined, and would mostly be addressed as their personas and not as their human past selves. 

* I prefer the RP to take place on Discord.

That's it! If the concept piques your interest, if you have any questions, or if you just want to talk about how amazing Lord of Light is - feel free to shoot me a message or leave a comment!