The Wastelander Campaign Setting Set two hundred years after a global catastrophe commonly referred to as "The Great Unravelling", players will find their characters in a world slowly becoming alive again in aftermath of a cataclysm that destroyed a high culture based on advanced arcane mastery and insight. Once great cities are infested with gangs (think "Mad Max"), monsters freely roam the wilderness, and the descendants of the original survivors have banded together to form small townships, walled villages, and in some areas feudal states. Against all odds, the heroes of this campaign seek to forge their path as they help the goodly folk of the fallen Alumbian Empire transform a broken world, one step at a time. The adventure begins in the small frontier town of Dougan's Watch, which most recently, is under threat by a well-organized band of renegades called the Switchblades, which have taken up residence in the ruined great city of Crevismere (seen below, prior to its downfall). Dougan's watch stands between the Switchblades and recently uncovered arcane crystals, which in the days before the unravelling, were a key power source for cities and colonies. It is reported that the Switchblades have recently setup a base camp in the mountains near the town, awaiting reinforcements from Crevismere. If Dougan's Watch were to be razed, the Switchblades' hold on the region would grow stronger, and might allow them to harness these new power crystals for their own sinister intentions. If that happens, what might the future look like? Features - Fully developed and integrated homebrew game world, presented in roll20's excellent platform. - Campaign uses official Pathfinder rules. - Sophisticated yet used-friendly house rules for crafting. - Moving background music. - Detailed maps - towns, overland, dungeons, wilderness encounters. - Engaging, open-ended plot with colorful NPCs. - GM allows a great degree of artistic freedom (will consider NPC and subplot ideas proposed by players). - Online Portal for Players to record their adventures, keep track of XP, Loot, and other things. - Weekly "marathon" game sessions, played over Roll20 and Skype. - A 50/50 combat time ratio can be expected. Character Requirements Characters are created and maintained utilizing only official Pathfinder rules. The following nuances apply in addition: - 25 Point Buy. - "Core" Races only. - Alignment is important and fits in with your overall character concept and RP style. Good-aligned characters only. This game uses the understanding and interpretation of alignments clearly articulated on this site: <a href="http://easydamus.com/alignment.html" rel="nofollow">http://easydamus.com/alignment.html</a> . - Characters begin at 4th Level (Max HP 1st level, roll for HP thereafter) - Please discuss Class choice with GM, as the Campaign Setting may affect your decision. - The GM will allow for the creation of an "unbalanced" party. That could however lead to premature death, and re-rolling is a drag. - It is wise to consider the post-apocalyptic Campaign setting when choosing characters and skills (the GM will provide insight as needed). - Last but not least, a heavy emphasis on roleplaying your character in game. Player Requirements - Six active players total. - Players must be able to make a commitment to a weekly game that will run roughly 7 hours in duration per session. - Players are encouraged to be active throughout the week in the game's Skype channel as time permits, and on the Campaign Portal. Weekly game time yet to be determined. Please add me to Skype if you're interested, we'll chat and see if it's a good fit: natethegreat976
