Creature Manifest of the Blanks [FINAL]

[Rosewind]

[Equestria Crossovers RP]

"While I have no doubt that there may exist creatures beyond our reach or understanding, I must confide

that beyond positive proof, the shadowy denizens of the Old Kingdom and Everfree Forest have yet to reveal themselves,

or their intent for Ponykind." - Starswirl the Bearded; Codexia Unicornia

Manifest of the Blanks

The shadowy creatures that go bump in the night, that every pony parent threatens their young foal with to get them to bed. The Manifest of the Blanks is a set of creatures shrouded in absolute mystery.

Blanks have two unique forms: Wraith - Their true appearance, a Blank will only reveal itself as a Wraith to another creature who is alone, and usually in darkness. Gestalt - A Blank in its Gestalt form takes the shape of a normal pony, though it could be a pegasi or unicorn -- however, it will always lack a cutie mark, even as an adult, and it will always act overtly friendly to any other creature it meets in this form.

Sex

Since Blanks are numerous, they can be of either gender, though the Wraith form of the Blank is usually considered to be genderless. Blanks in their Gestalt form can appear as either mares or stallions.

Age

Blanks can appear as any age, though Gestalt Blanks prefer appearing as adults.

Species

Wraith-like Pony Apparitions

Eye Color

Wraith Blanks lack any eyes whatsoever, their orifices sport glowering, hellish crimson flames that gleam like blood-red glitter in the darkness. Gestalt Blanks may appear to have any eye color, depending on the Blank.

Coat Color

Wraith Blank coats are always pitch black. Gestalt Blank coat color can be any color.

Mane, Tail, etc.

Wraith Blanks have shaggy, tattered manes, tails that lack fur or have singed clumps of hair. Gestalt Blanks can have any sort of varied mane or appearance; they usually appear well-kept, groomed, and have a homely, friendly atmosphere about them.

Physique

Wraith Blanks appear as skeletal ponies from absolute nightmare. Their bodies are scrawny and scraggly looking; their joints are disjointed, and they walk with sharp, jangling movements. Their fur and coat seem to hang off their bodies like a misty black cape; their rib cages (and sometimes ribs) appear to the open air. Their hooves and joints look sharpened and quite dangerous. Gestalt Blanks lack all of the features that make Wraith Blanks so terrifying. They can appear with the physique of any normal pony, except they will always lack a cutie mark.

Cutie Mark

Blanks are called thus, because they lack any sort of cutie mark. A Gestalt Blank is easy to spot (and sometimes a confusing affair for a pony not-in-the-know) to meet an older pony that never found their special talent.

Origin

Blanks are mysterious creatures; their full purpose or even existence is up for debate, story, or legend to tell. Many ponies of scholarly pursuits or exploration have documented the possible existence of a pony-like sentience found within Everfree Forest. Word has it that a town of ponies exists within Everfree, east of the Old Kingdom, though nothing has ever been found, from land or air. Some stories suggest that Blanks may be the remains of the pony denizens from the Old Kingdom, or maybe from a long-forgotten war, famine, or plaque.

Occupation

Blanks may appear to a solitary pony lost within Everfree or the surrounding regions. They usually introduce themselves in their wholesome Gestalt forms, and act extremely friendly and helpful to the lost explorer. They lack any sort of cutie mark, and may appear to talk to themselves about certain things; past regrets, fears, hates, or wants. When alone and in the dark, the Wrath Blank will take form, and feed upon the fear and terror of the unsuspecting victim.

Motivation

Blanks feed off the fear of Ponykind. They revel in getting a good scare for the deserving (or undeserving). Blanks are naturally attracted to fear and bad thoughts, and may start to cluster if the feeding is good.

Likes

Blanks may be sentient beings, but they do not have any express likes outside of their (super)natural behavior.

Dislike

Blanks dislike light, warmth, love, and most certainly friendship -- hence the reason a Blank may only reveal itself to a lone pony. Gestalt Blanks may exist in sunlight, though they will naturally try to herd their query to a darker place, such as a mysterious cabin in the woods of Everfree, or a cave, where they may show themselves true.

In Summary

How Manifest of the Blanks can serve your RP needs:

1. You need a disposable villain in your RP story. I'm more than happy to serve in this role.

2. You need some creepiness or a shadowy figure in your story.

3. You want your characters to experience terror beyond terror, and perhaps work together, learn and grow from the experience.

4. You want to flood your RP with a bunch of nightmarish zombie ponies.

5. You like "Story of the Blanks" and want to expand on the lore.

Darkness awaits...

[brianblackberry]

While normally I am not a fan of grimdark, I really enjoyed the Story of the Blanks. It was creepy, freaky, and heartbreaking (plus it did have a happy ending). Although as crossover RP creatures they don't really need approval, I will stamp it anyway as I think it should definitely be ok.