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≫ WHAT'S UP WITH GATEWAY ROLEPLAY? ≪

  • We've been radio silent for a long time now. We posted an announcement in our Discord server back in April of 2025, but never updated the forums. So what's up with Gateway Roleplay?

    After 5 long years, we've decided to place the development of Ties That Bind on an indefinite hold.

    This doesn't mean it's cancelled. We fully intend to run Ties That Bind: What Lies Beneath and Ties That Bind: City of Angels eventually. But to do so, we need to take a step back. In the meantime, we'll be working on smaller, invite-only projects.

    Thank you to everyone who has stuck with us this long! MindGate and I (Pika) have been working on this server for over a decade now. It truly is a passion project for us.

Dean Matthews | stunna

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Character Name
Dean Matthews

I Agree
Yes

Has this character appeared in a previous lore?
No

Age
41

Blood Type
O Positive

Personality
He has a life goal of building, and constructing his own property on a safe, secured land. Dreams of raising a child which will probably never happen. His moral's are pretty straight, but he won't back down to most people unless he's clearly overpowered.

Character Motivations
He's driven by nothing but hard work, and the will to live that were instilled in him young. He's driven to help people for some reason, but would not risk his life to do so.

Physical Appearance
Floyd stands at six foot even. His weight varies around 180-190lbs. He's a scruffy looking man with hardy skin, a long beard and short cut hair, that hasn't greyed. He has a dad body and a long torso, and overall awkward looking.

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Mechanical Occupation

Electrician

In-Character Occupation
Construction Worker

Biograph
Dean was born into a working class family. His father was a coal miner, and his mother a truck mechanic, he was an only child. From a young age he was taught to learn with his hands, and has always been very hands on. He was a quiet, but liked kid through school and never dabbled into anything then beer drinking, which his father condoned. He started working at age 16 in the coal mine, and did for a year, until switching to a Carpenter job that didn't interfere with his school schedule. He built houses, and learned the ropes of the business before heading to school to get his license for it. He ran a business right out of college while living at home, and worked with a friend/coworker as the business grew. The business was successful and made a surprising amount of profit. Dean never settled down with a woman, and lived quiet while working his whole life. His parents passed away quite prematurely of heart related issues.

Since the years have passed, Dean has found himself moving around every six months to a new location, he believes that security and staying on your toes is key to survival. He roamed mostly the North states and stayed close to the treelines, and other natural covers. He lived alone and his parents had already passed before Red Eye was even heard of, so it didn't hurt him much emotionally to move and keep moving. Eventually, he found his way and through word of mouth about Monroe County, New York...
Would you like your character to start with any items?
I am new to the game too, but if there's any items that may help defend myself/help me start building, I'd request those. Maybe a kit for fishing.

Would you like your character to start with any skills?
Handy

Is your character a member of a group?
No
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Hey, stunna! My name is Pika and I'll be reviewing your application today.

Your application looks good so far! There's just one little thing:

  • It isn't completely clear that you've read the lore. Your biography contains nothing directly relating to it. The most important thing to note is that we are currently 14, nearly 15 years into the apocalypse. It began in February 2015, and it is now January 2030 in-game. Either Dean is ~56, or he was ~26 at the start. Whichever you'd prefer!
    • Specifically, could you elaborate on what he's done for the past 14, almost 15 years? That's a long time, and he could have done a lot. It doesn't need to be anything super in-depth (a few sentences will suffice) but I need to know that you've read and understood the lore. This is more so to help you than anyone else.
    • You can read the lore here. For some more specific lore info, you can also check our wiki and Season 1 Lore Recap.
Once you've made those additions, just reply to bump the thread and we can continue with the application process. Thanks!
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You're good to go now. Your application is accepted!

Here's your login info:
Username: Dean Matthews
Password: mattyb
If you have any questions, feel free to reply and ask. Thanks!