World background:
A thousand years ago a cataclysmic cosmic event combined two worlds. Earth, which was previously devoid of all magic, was suddenly bursting with dragons and faeries. The introduction of magic changed Earth beyond recognition. Substances such as gun powder and gasoline no longer combusted or exploded. Electricity could only be made by magic or thunderstorms.
The Ancients who used to inhabit Earth vanished without a trace. All that was left behind were ruined buildings taller than any tower imaginable, metal wagons that didn’t have a harness, metal birds that didn’t move and metal ships that somehow didn’t sink. Legend says the Ancients would one day return and reclaim their world.
Since the combination of worlds, the presence of the gods have been severely limited. Some think they aren’t able to manifest themselves in this new world. Others think the gods have lost many powers and must walk among the mortals.
The world has been divided into seven kingdoms. The kingdoms of NA and SA don’t get along very well. In fact they’re usually at war for some reason or another. The city-state of Strals practices isolationism by staying within their borders and ignoring the world around them. The world around them is perfectly happy ignoring them too. The nation of Aaaaa is the poorest of all the kingdoms. They are always struggling to make ends meet and don’t participate much in world politics. The republic of Rope is strong but is unable to exert dominance because the Sians will attack if there is any weakness. There isn’t much known about the Anticas. They are surrounded by a virtually impenetrable frozen barrier.
Story background:
You and your companions belong to the same squad. Your squad is the only reason your entire regiment wasn’t wiped out during a surprise ambush by the NA. The entire squad was promoted and given new assignments from the princess herself. After two years of dedicated service serving the princess your loyalty to her is unquestionable. Each member of the squad would lay his or her life down for the princess no questions asked regardless of how out of their nature it might be.
Internal relations has gone form bad to worse. It is clear that someone wishes to usurp the princess’ throne.
There has been talk of an undead army being raised at the veterans cemetery 2 weeks north of the capitol. The princess has dispatched your squad to investigate.
Character rules:
1. all normal classes and races will be allowed from core books. If you want something from another book you must ok it with me first.
2. For stats use this set of numbers: 18,16,16,14,12,10
3. If you wish to have a unique back story, please write one up until your character joins the military in the kingdom of Sa. Keep in mind a good back story means you will likely be more included in the storyline.
4. It is perfectly acceptable to have backup characters in case yours dies. All characters will be part of the squad until further notice for storyline purposes.
5. if you want to play a level adjusted race but don't want the level adjustment penalty please talk to me. we can work something out to get rid of the level adjustment.
6. At this time please roll level 1 characters.
Table Rules:
1. Metagame talk outside of combat is perfectly fine. In combat any talk related to combat will be said aloud by your character. Monsters will act accordingly based on int level.
2. Don’t be too attached to your character. Death will happen. Death needs to be meaningful. A reroll must be of different class. Players present will gain exp even if their character is dead.
3. Exp is given to players, not characters. New players start at highest player exp. Rerolls/Resurrections start at players exp.
4. Missing a session earns 75% of exp from that session and no gold/items.
5. Be respectful of other players. Let them play their character. Instead of saying “move 2 squares right, and 3 up then use cleave”, say “fighter can you hold those 2 orcs off while i cast a spell?”
6. I reserve the right to add house rules.
7. retreat from battle is completely acceptable. There will be encounters in which you were either supposed to end peacefully or retreat from.
8. City guards will probably kill you. Don’t get caught breaking the law until at least level 10.
if you have any questions please feel free to PM me.
