Difference between revisions of "Main Page"
From Risenholm
Weavejester (talk | contribs) |
|||
| (20 intermediate revisions by 2 users not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
| − | <blockquote><q>You who inherit tomorrow: We have sacrificed everything so that you might live on free of the burdens of our folly. Live for the future, for there is naught but sorrow behind you.</q></blockquote> | + | __NOTOC__<blockquote><q>You who inherit tomorrow: We have sacrificed everything so that you might live on free of the burdens of our folly. Live for the future, for there is naught but sorrow behind you.</q></blockquote> |
Scars of Risenholm takes place in an original fantasy setting, unrelated and unconnected to The Forgotten Realms or other popular D&D settings. Players take the role of near immortal amnesiacs crawling out of a mystical “well” within the settlement of Risenholm and are encouraged to engage with the local institutions or forge their own trail through the strange realm and circumstances they find themselves in. | Scars of Risenholm takes place in an original fantasy setting, unrelated and unconnected to The Forgotten Realms or other popular D&D settings. Players take the role of near immortal amnesiacs crawling out of a mystical “well” within the settlement of Risenholm and are encouraged to engage with the local institutions or forge their own trail through the strange realm and circumstances they find themselves in. | ||
| − | + | ===== Server Features ===== | |
*A unique setting that emphasizes the strange and metaphysical while retaining touchstone fantasy elements. | *A unique setting that emphasizes the strange and metaphysical while retaining touchstone fantasy elements. | ||
*A completely overhauled mechanical experience for level 1-10 characters consisting of a less restrictive class and skill system and combat that prioritizes active abilities and recharging resources. | *A completely overhauled mechanical experience for level 1-10 characters consisting of a less restrictive class and skill system and combat that prioritizes active abilities and recharging resources. | ||
| Line 9: | Line 9: | ||
*Extensive scripting for immersive chat experiences, overhauled stealth system, and in-game long distance/persistent communications. | *Extensive scripting for immersive chat experiences, overhauled stealth system, and in-game long distance/persistent communications. | ||
*A server run by a diverse and LGBTQ+ friendly community with a zero tolerance policy to harassment, bigotry, and other chud behaviors. | *A server run by a diverse and LGBTQ+ friendly community with a zero tolerance policy to harassment, bigotry, and other chud behaviors. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===== Early Access ===== | ||
| + | The server will be open to the public for an early access period beginning on '''December 27th, 2020 at 05:00PM GMT '''. This early access period will be a chance for us to fix bugs, test server stability and make balance adjustments to the mechanical systems. | ||
| + | *We do not anticipate performing a vault wipe when the early access period is over. | ||
| + | *Expect a multitude of minor changes made to class and server features and occasional server resets. | ||
| + | *Those interested in DMing or Building for the project after trying out the server are welcome to talk to the staff about opportunities. | ||
| + | *[https://discord.gg/4aSVzMqsnV Access our community Discord here] | ||
| Line 14: | Line 21: | ||
===New Players Start Here=== | ===New Players Start Here=== | ||
* [[Server Rules and Player Expectations]] | * [[Server Rules and Player Expectations]] | ||
| − | * [[New Player Setting Guide]] | + | * [[:Media:SoR_Player_Setting_Guide.pdf |New Player Setting Guide]] |
| − | * [[New Player Mechanics Guide]] | + | * [[:Media:SoR_Player_Mechanics_Quickstart.pdf|New Player Mechanics Guide]] |
===Setting Details=== | ===Setting Details=== | ||
* [[Setting Themes and Overall Ambitions]] | * [[Setting Themes and Overall Ambitions]] | ||
| − | * [[Risenholm | + | * [[Risenholm, Within and Without]] |
* [[Notable NPCs]] | * [[Notable NPCs]] | ||
* [[Timeline]] | * [[Timeline]] | ||
* [["Power"]] | * [["Power"]] | ||
* [[Religions]] | * [[Religions]] | ||
| + | * [[Map of Known World]] | ||
===Mechanics=== | ===Mechanics=== | ||
* [[General Mechanics Information]] | * [[General Mechanics Information]] | ||
* [[Chat Commands and Roleplay Systems]] | * [[Chat Commands and Roleplay Systems]] | ||
| + | * [[Playable Races]] | ||
* Classes and Archetypes | * Classes and Archetypes | ||
** [[Barbarian]] | ** [[Barbarian]] | ||
| Line 43: | Line 52: | ||
* [[Feats]] | * [[Feats]] | ||
* [[Spells]] | * [[Spells]] | ||
| + | * [[Stealth and Perception]] | ||
* [[Equipment and Itemization]] | * [[Equipment and Itemization]] | ||
* [[Alchemy and Crafting]] | * [[Alchemy and Crafting]] | ||
| + | * [[Death Penalties]] | ||
* [[Known Issues]] | * [[Known Issues]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:39, 14 March 2021
You who inherit tomorrow: We have sacrificed everything so that you might live on free of the burdens of our folly. Live for the future, for there is naught but sorrow behind you.
Scars of Risenholm takes place in an original fantasy setting, unrelated and unconnected to The Forgotten Realms or other popular D&D settings. Players take the role of near immortal amnesiacs crawling out of a mystical “well” within the settlement of Risenholm and are encouraged to engage with the local institutions or forge their own trail through the strange realm and circumstances they find themselves in.
Server Features
- A unique setting that emphasizes the strange and metaphysical while retaining touchstone fantasy elements.
- A completely overhauled mechanical experience for level 1-10 characters consisting of a less restrictive class and skill system and combat that prioritizes active abilities and recharging resources.
- An original soundtrack composed by Edelweiss Records - replacing every track in the vanilla NWN game.
- Extensive scripting for immersive chat experiences, overhauled stealth system, and in-game long distance/persistent communications.
- A server run by a diverse and LGBTQ+ friendly community with a zero tolerance policy to harassment, bigotry, and other chud behaviors.
Early Access
The server will be open to the public for an early access period beginning on December 27th, 2020 at 05:00PM GMT . This early access period will be a chance for us to fix bugs, test server stability and make balance adjustments to the mechanical systems.
- We do not anticipate performing a vault wipe when the early access period is over.
- Expect a multitude of minor changes made to class and server features and occasional server resets.
- Those interested in DMing or Building for the project after trying out the server are welcome to talk to the staff about opportunities.
- Access our community Discord here
Table of Contents
New Players Start Here
Setting Details
- Setting Themes and Overall Ambitions
- Risenholm, Within and Without
- Notable NPCs
- Timeline
- "Power"
- Religions
- Map of Known World
