[WAR X] The Cullen

[Shen]

The Cullen



"Pick a star on the dark horizon and follow the light.”
--from “The Call” by Regina Spektor

Mission Statement

Welcome
We are The Cullen.
We believe that all people have the right to live in peace and freedom. To that end, we strive to bring Justice to the wicked that walk this world. We will do whatever is necessary in order to achieve that goal. Sometimes, this may require that laws be broken and lives be lost, but that is the cost of true freedom. Despite how this may sound, we are not entirely lawless. We follow our Creed, a simple code of honor.

Some would say we ought to adhere to good for good’s sake, but evil men will go to any lengths to reach their misguided goals. Why shouldn’t we do everything in our power to achieve our goals of peace and freedom? This unconventional approach often leads others to misunderstand us, but that will not stop us from bringing freedom, peace, and justice to the world.
For We are The Cullen.

The Creed
Stay true to one another,
Let justice be your guide,
Live and fight with honor.

Cullen Theme Song

See Who I Am - Within Temptation

Why the Wolf Mascot?

Throughout ancient history the wolf was admired and respected as a symbol of strength, intelligence and courage. Neolithic artists duplicated its image on cave walls. Shamans sought its power. But, over time the wolf has become a symbol of evil. Most commonly the wolf is viewed as a fiend that uses a mixture of cunning and brute strength to satisfy his dark desires. The perception of wolves as dangerous creatures’ stems less from truths than it does from cultural myths and in reality it is only half true. Wolves do use wit and muscle to survive, but whether or not their desires are “dark” can only be left open to debate. Like the wolf, we are often mislabeled as “evil” when in truth we simply strive to accomplish our goals of Peace, Freedom, and Justice using our wits and when necessary, our brute strength.

Wolves also have a hierarchy system of their own that is much older than humans and according to some folk lore it is the wolves who taught humans how to cooperate. They travel in what we know as a pack, which in truth is simply a family group. This unity of family makes every wolf within a pack very loyal to one another, making any wolf an unwise target to attack. Like the wolf pack, this team is a family loyal to the end.

WAR X RP Origin and Purpose

Will be elaborated upon when the plot for the WAR X RP has been finalized and posted.

For General information, the Cullen had existed as an underground organization for many decades, possibly even centuries, full of rehabilitated former criminals and vigilantes trying to rid the streets of those who would do evil and harm the innocent and the just. Unlike law enforcement, however, they do not find themselves bound to take care of such villains in accordance with the law. If the crime is heinous, or the criminal is enough of a threat, they won't hesitate to kill him and rid the streets of his influence. There is one thing above all others that The Cullen despises most: harming, and especially killing, innocent civilians. Those that do so are prone to be targeted and eliminated as fast as possible.

With a crisis happening in the region of their origin (if in the canon Pokémon world, this will be the region of Johto), they had decided that staying underground and hidden was no longer a viable option with so much darkness in the world. So they came to public view and began taking a much more active role in helping the innocent in their region, as well as those in other nations as needed. They were viewed with split opinions, going so far as to condemn criminals personally rather than with a public trial, and killing them on the spot, but their protection and kindness to the innocent shows they are only concerned for the greater good.

Last Notes

Please, I've said this countless times. THIS TEAM HAS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TWILIGHT BOOK/MOVIE SERIES WHATSOEVER. Seriously, this has to do with wolves, not disco-ball vampires or werewolves. Please pay attention to this, because garlic attacks will not work on us, and we won't swoon over Edward the disco-ball vampy.

If you wanna associate any Edward with us, try Edward Elric. He kicks ass and is a good guy, even if the law is after him. Cause we're badass like him .

[Shen]

Members

Alpha
♂ Shen

Betas
♀ Kris (k_pop)
♀ Gem (Kumori Gem)
♀ Sabi R. / Sabi / Ryu (Saraibre Ryu)

Gammas



Epsilons


Omegas
♂ Mitch / Casanova Lucifus Omegacide (The Maple Syrup Baptist)
♂ rust (Lord Celebi)
♂ Professor Geoffrey
♂ Khaj / Nate (Lord Khajmer)
♀ Xanthe / Suicune / Graceful / Grace / GS (Graceful Suicune)
♀ Elana (Dark Salamence)
♂ Latio / Reol (Latio-Reol)
♂ MK / Magic / Pichu / PB (-Pichu Boy-)
♂ Neo (Neo Pikachu Emolga)
♂ Soups (Superboy)
♀ Gira (Giratina)
♂ X-kun (XaiakuX)
♀ Kayla (Kayla Ann)
♂ Kami (Kamikaze)
♂ Bumblebee
♀ Vanessa / WWotS / Starsight / Wolf / Wolfeh (White Wolf of the Snow)
♀ Hosh (Hoshika)
♂ Error (I_AM_ERROR)
♂ Foxa (Foxamivalth)
♂ Platinum (goldinum7)
♂ Face
♂ Bron (bronislav84)
♀ Cait (Tombi)


Rank Mechanics

For those who are wondering how the rank system works, members will start off as Omegas, working their way up through individual effort. If the effort for the cause of The Cullen is seen as worthy by the Alpha and Betas, then a promotion will be discussed and decided upon. The higher in rank you are, the more valuable a member you are, and may be asked to assist The Cullen with other tasks that display a higher level of trust.

However, this does not mean the rank system can be abused. All members are seen as equal when right beside one another, and any discrimination or rank abuse is grounds for investigation, and possible expulsion and banning from the Team.


Sign Up Form

Name: (Your PE2K screenname. Yes, everyone can see it when you post. It's for form reasons, nothing more.)
Preferred Nickname: (What you would like people to call you when talking to you. Nothing outlandish, please)
Gender: (Duh)
Reason(s) for joining: (What drew you to The Cullen?)
WAR Experience: (What, if any, WAR experience to you have from past wars?)
WAR Sections: (Which sections of the WAR do you plan on participating in?)

BANNED
If you are on this list, you cannot post in this thread, sign up for this Team, or participate in any Cullen-only events.
(Do NOT make me add you to this list, one is too many)

[Shen]

Announcements

1) Yeah, that's right, our only "rule" is our creed. But otherwise, follow all PE2K rules, or you're outta here.

2) Banner Donations for the Team will be appreciated, but don't try and flood everyone with too much, could be bad for the eyes that way, heh.

3) This Team is starting off fresh and new. That means that the member list has been entirely cleaned out and a new thread made. If you still wish to remain a part of The Cullen, sign up anytime!

Team Banners


Thanks to Dog of Helsing for these two banners


Thanks to White Wolf of the Snow for this banner


Thanks to Larvinator for these two banners


Props to Kayla Ann for this banner


Thanks to Just Leo for these two banners


Thanks to Ahlat for this banner


Thanks to Professor Geoffrey for these two banners


Thanks to Brainiac for this banner


Thanks to Draconic_Espeon for this banner


Thanks to Khajmer for this banner


Thanks to Kitty-chan for this banner

[Shen]

WAR Effort Results

WAR X: This will be updated at the conclusion of the WAR.

[Shen]

The Cullen is now accepting applications for membership! Here's hoping for an amazing WAR this year!

[k_pop]

Name: k_pop
Preferred Nickname: Kris
Gender: ♀
Reason(s) for joining: Because I loved this team last time. ^^
WAR Experience: Been in the last two WARs. Have had some success in drawn art and fanfic.
WAR Sections: RP, fanfic, and probably drawn art. Maybe creative writing if I have the extra time.


Woo! Cullen is back with a fresh start. ^^

[Shen]

Originally Posted by k_pop

Name: k_pop
Preferred Nickname: Kris
Gender: ♀
Reason(s) for joining: Because I loved this team last time. ^^
WAR Experience: Been in the last two WARs. Have had some success in drawn art and fanfic.
WAR Sections: RP, fanfic, and probably drawn art. Maybe creative writing if I have the extra time.


Woo! Cullen is back with a fresh start. ^^

Welcome back to The Cullen, Kris ^^. Now, we need one more member and we can officially enter The Cullen into WAR X!

[The Maple Syrup Baptist]

Name: The Maple Syrup Baptist
Preferred Nickname: Casanova Lucifus Omegacide, or Mitch.
Gender: Alpha male
Reason(s) for joining: Because you need one more member to officially enter.
WAR Experience: I did alright in the music section. Here, I even searched the results: http://www.pokemonelite2000.com/foru...9&postcount=13
WAR Sections: Music and maybe some other kind of entertainment thing.

[Lord Celebi]

Name: Lord Celebi
Preferred Nickname: rust
Gender: The one with a penis.
Reason(s) for joining: I <3 Shen.
WAR Experience: None. At all. Not a single WAR. And I've never been a WAR Leader either. Or a judge. Or a team leader. Ever.
WAR Sections: None, I probably won't be around, I just want to join a team.

[Professor Geoffrey]

The Professor still wishes to be a part of the Cullen! >:3

Name: Professor Geoffrey (was A Requiem of Verities)
Preferred Nickname: None.
Gender: Male.
Reason(s) for joining: Well, being in the Cullen before, duh.
WAR Experience: I participated in the last WAR, and a little bit in the WAR before that with OAA.
WAR Sections: Fanfiction, definitely. As of yet, I don't know if I'll be doing any more.

~Professor Geoffrey, PMD, OG, PPhD

[Lusankya]

But what about your really really really long thread?

[k_pop]

Originally Posted by Lusankya

But what about your really really really long thread?

He said he wanted to start fresh. I don't think that's a bad thing. ^^

[Shen]

Originally Posted by The Maple Syrup Baptist

Name: The Maple Syrup Baptist
Preferred Nickname: Casanova Lucifus Omegacide, or Mitch.
Gender: Alpha male
Reason(s) for joining: Because you need one more member to officially enter.
WAR Experience: I did alright in the music section. Here, I even searched the results: http://www.pokemonelite2000.com/foru...9&postcount=13
WAR Sections: Music and maybe some other kind of entertainment thing.

Awesome, welcome to The Cullen, Mitch ^^.

Originally Posted by Lord Celebi

Name: Lord Celebi
Preferred Nickname: rust
Gender: The one with a penis.
Reason(s) for joining: I <3 Shen.
WAR Experience: None. At all. Not a single WAR. And I've never been a WAR Leader either. Or a judge. Or a team leader. Ever.
WAR Sections: None, I probably won't be around, I just want to join a team.

*blinks* Rust, applying for a good Team, especially one that I am leading? Woah...

Even if this is just something to be silly and whatnot, welcome to The Cullen, rust. Feel free to help out in the RP if you get the time in your busy busy schedule =3

Originally Posted by Professor Geoffrey

The Professor still wishes to be a part of the Cullen! >:3

Name: Professor Geoffrey (was A Requiem of Verities)
Preferred Nickname: None.
Gender: Male.
Reason(s) for joining: Well, being in the Cullen before, duh.
WAR Experience: I participated in the last WAR, and a little bit in the WAR before that with OAA.
WAR Sections: Fanfiction, definitely. As of yet, I don't know if I'll be doing any more.

~Professor Geoffrey, PMD, OG, PPhD

Welcome back, Professor! Looking forward to seeing more awesomeness from ya ^^.

That gives us more than enough members to join the WAR, guys, I'll go sign us up now!

[Kers]

VILE was here

the cullen is a loser

p.s. i made u banner

[The Maple Syrup Baptist]

I'm excited for this.