🌍 Welcome to the Shattered Lands, Adventurer
“The world was broken five centuries ago — and yet, hope stirs once more. New heroes rise from the ashes of forgotten empires, seeking glory, knowledge, and the light beyond the darkness. Among them… is you.”
Before you set foot into the unknown, there are a few important steps to follow. This guide will help you create your character, understand the unique systems of this campaign, and join the growing story of the Shattered Lands.
📜 Step 1: Review the General Rules
Every realm — even one shattered by time and magic — has its laws.
Before creating your character, please take a moment to read through the General Rules of the campaign.
🛠️ Step 2: Create Your Character
Now the real adventure begins. Forge your identity following the character creation guidelines.
Choose a race – Who are you among the survivors of the Shattering?
Choose a class – What power will you wield in the face of darkness?
Choose a background – What past drives you forward into the unknown?
This is your story — and every choice shapes the legend you’ll become, and the world others will experience.
🔮 Step 3: Explore the Unique Systems
The Shattered Lands is unlike most worlds. Here, ancient forces still hum beneath the surface, and your character’s journey will be shaped by unique mechanics. Be sure to read about:
Beacons – Tools that act as teleportation devices, linked back to the Gilded Compass.
Merits – A currency of achievement earned through documenting your adventures.
The Light Shard System – A way to further shape your character and their powers.
The Rune System – A forgotten art that lets you shape weapons and artifacts with ancient magic.
These systems add depth, purpose, and powerful growth opportunities to your story.
🗺️ Step 4: Understand the Tiers of Play
The journey through the Shattered Lands unfolds in stages — from fledgling explorer to world-shaping hero. Review the Tiers of Play to understand how your adventures will evolve as you grow in power and reputation.
⚔️ Step 5: Join the Adventure
All journeys begin with a single step — and yours begins in our community.
We host our games, announcements, discussions, and world updates on Discord. Join us there to sign up for sessions, meet fellow adventurers, and become part of the living story.
📚 Step 6: Dive into the Lore
The Shattered Lands is a living world — shaped by ancient cataclysms, Titan-forged legacies, and the bold actions of those who came before you. Before you embark on your journey, take time to explore the stories that brought us here.
📖 World Lore: Learn how the Shattering reshaped civilization, scattered kingdoms, and unleashed new threats across the land.
🧭 Previous Adventures: Read chronicles of past expeditions — victories, tragedies, and discoveries that changed the course of history — so you can carry that knowledge into your own journey.
Knowing the world’s past will help you shape its future. Understanding the battles already fought, the relics already claimed, and the shadows still looming will make your choices more meaningful — and your story all the more legendary.
✨ Final Words from the Archivists
“The Shattered Lands are no place for the timid. Here, every ruin hides a secret, every shadow a threat, and every choice echoes through the ages. You are the next chapter in a story still being written. Step forward, adventurer — and carve your name into legend.”