Hello there! If you are interested in joining the game please especially read the "Game Style Pillars" and "Game Rules and Expectations" sections and then everything else to make sure this is the right game for you. Scroll to the bottom to read the "How to Request an Invite" section so you can see how to get into the game quickly! ROLL20 GAME LINK: Rifts Origins Campaign LFG | Roll20: Online virtual tabletop Game Style Pillars 1). THE RIFTS SETTING: Created in the 1980s & 1990s the Rifts setting is a post-apocalyptic Earth set around 300 years after a catastrophic event caused the unparalleled death of millions of people all at once. Scholars theorize that this in turn created a massive energy release that triggered vast and hidden ancient magical ley lines to suddenly burst to life all across the planet which killed billions more and reshaped the very surface of the planet. Rifts, tears in the very fabric of reality itself, opened up along the network of ley lines and countless creatures of every imaginable origin and kind came into our world. Some of these beings were benevolent, but others were incomprehensibly alien and demonic forces who came as conquerors forcing mankind from their pedestals of power. Humanity entered a dark age like never before as they struggled to survive in this new world of supreme danger. Centuries passed and powerful civilizations such as the Coalition States and the Federation of Magic were founded, allowing humanity a spark of hope however small, that eventually they could reclaim what was lost. Beyond these bastions of safety however, the lands are still full of unknowable horrors. 2). EMPHASIS ON ROLEPLAYING AND MEANINGFUL EXPLORATION: While I will attempt to balance this campaign between Exploration, Roleplaying and Combat, it will offer deep roleplaying and exploration opportunities. 3). HEAVY STORYTELLING: This campaign will aim for deep layers of interactive story and cinematic action. 4). ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE: Vast ley lines of raw magical energy crisscross the planet and countless dimensional rifts threaten to warp reality itself. There will be no limit to what you can experience during this campaign, whether it makes sense or not, it will be possible. Rifts Earth is now a unique hub of interdimensional convergence! Game Rules and Expectations 1). I'm returning after more than 20 years to the Rifts Palladium Ruleset: please be **patient** with me. I welcome any help from those who are already familiar with Rifts Palladium rules during the game. 2). Rules don't trump story or fun! I will sometimes break the rules or ignore them entirely for the sake of keeping the game fun and smooth! I reserve the right to bend/break them for other reasons too such as ensuring the game fits my vision. 3). Who I'm looking for: I'm looking for players who are already familiar with Rifts, who love to Roleplay and who are serious about a long-term fun Rifts Campaign! 4). No Power-gamers please: If all you care about is your stats and being the strongest then don't apply 5). Session Duration: Ensure you can stay the **FULL 4 HOUR DURATION** before you decide this game is right for you (Seriously, don't apply if you can't complete the duration or if the time is too late, etc) Obviously the game could end earlier or later depending on the situation. 6). Respect: Have general respect for me and the other players. If you have a problem with another player please DM me in discord and I will handle it depending on the situation. 7). Evil Characters: Evil chars are allowed as long as it doesn't get in the way of the party's goals or hurting other players. 8). Attendance: If you will be late or just can't make it to a session please let me know. I know real life happens so it's no big deal if you can't make it. If you show up late or just don't show up at all twice without notice/explanation then you will be removed from the game. 9). No Murder HOBOs: Don't be a murder hobo unless the whole group has come to a consensus that is how they will handle things. Rifts Campaign Summary This Rifts campaign will begin somewhere in the northern Arkansas region of the North American continent. The year is 109 PA and you have found yourself in a small remote settlement of different peoples from across the land who have banded together for survival. More than mere survival alone, scholars, scientists, soldiers, doctors, engineers, adventurers and others have come to thrive, build and explore the surrounding lands while fending off the countless dangers that threaten their existence. Recently a mysterious signal of unknown origin has begun to broadcast on an age-old channel not used since before the Coming of the Rifts. All attempts to decipher it have thus far failed, however strange occurrences have begun happening in the region sparking concerns across the settlement. Patrols have been increased and expeditions into unexplored territory are being prepared to dispatch. Life is hard and only the strong survive. The Earth of this age is barely recognizable and the decaying ruins from before the fall of mankind litter the landscape. The secrets from the Golden Age still lie hidden within many of the hulking monoliths, luring any scavengers and explorers brave enough to tread their depths. Take care however, as mysterious dimensional beings, ruthless warlords, cunning bandits and every kind of blood-thirsty monster now claim this world as their own. Delve into the terrifying secrets of humanity's past Ascend to epic ranks of power! Discover otherworldly arcane treasures that defy reality! Game Details TTRPG System: Rifts Palladium Date: Weekly sessions every Monday Time: 7 PM Pacific/9 PM Central/10 PM Eastern Place: Virtual tabletop on Roll20, voice chat on Discord Duration: Sessions last 4 hours (can be more or less depending on the situation) Rifts Character Creation Details * Recommended Rulebooks: The Rifts Ultimate Edition Core Book for understanding the base-line rules * All new characters begin at Level 1 * O.C.C.s/R.C.C.s from Rifts Ultimate Edition and Official Sourcebooks are allowed within reason **(SUBJECT TO GM APPROVAL)** * Overpowered O.C.C.s/R.C.C.s are very likely to be rejected if they severely imbalance the party * All Attributes are determined by rolling the number of dice for your specific O.C.C. or R.C.C. attributes and adding 1 additional 1d6 and dropping the lowest d6 for each of the 8 scores (refer to page 279 of the Rifts Ultimate Edition Core Book for details) * Allowed Races: Almost anything from the official sources, but do not choose something completely unrelatable and alien (for example you want to be a worm, floating rock, mist, etc) How to request an Invite If you want to request an invite to play just send me a "Private Message" with the following information: 1). Did you read the "Game Style" and "Game Rules and Expectations" posted above and agree to it? 2). Character you would like to Play (O.C.C. or R.C.C.): 3). Your experience with Rifts: Palladium?: 4). Discord ID: