A massive invasion of barbaric Yuan-ti from the berserker isles are set to arrive at the city of Aurelia onboard hundreds of raiding ships minutes from now. Aurelia is located on the western end of the continent of Galesta and sits by the sea. It is under the control of the Aderanian empire. The berserker isles are located northwest, across the sea from Aurelia. Scouts have returned from the isles 3 days ago. They had reports of massive warbands being formed and ships being readied to sail. They concluded that a full-scale invasion is about to be underway. Although swift action was enacted by the city's consul, the barbarians were much quicker in their preparations than thought possible. This did not allow for much readiness to be had. Nonetheless, some preparations were enacted including hiring and training any willing adventurer nearby and reinforcing the outer walls of the city. The consul's plan is to hold the city until reinforcements from the nearby empire cities arrive to lend their aid. The five of you stand there at the walls overlooking the sea, your blood racing, and your heart beating faster than a running gazelle. You all were placed under the command of Sergeant Galius to watch a section of the Aurelian wall facing towards the docks and onto the sea. Sergeant Galius looks to be around his 30's. He has hazel eyes, black hair with a buzz-cut, and a clean-shaven face accompanying a well-defined jawline. He is clad in half-plate, enough to cover the vital parts of the body while still being able to move quickly.
Sergeant Galius eyes you all up and down, as if he were sizing you up. He nods, looking somewhat satisfied, then he begins to speak: "This will be the battle of a lifetime. Though they haven't been seen in decades, the records from the previous invasion say that the Yuan-ti are vicious and fight beyond comparison. Imperial records are usually very accurate. If you do not fight to kill, then you will be cut down like chaff. Make sure you stick to this six-man team and to always watch each other's backs. Do not break away from the group or you will die. We have a few minutes before they arrive. Make yourselves known to each other, it will help once the fighting starts... If not for someone to remember your name if you get cut down." He puts on his helmet and watches as what looks to be hundreds of ships sail closer to the shoreline and the docks. As the Sergeant finishes his speech, all of you begin to steel your nerves for the battle that is about to occur.
Notes:
Start at level 1/XP/Fixed HP/Official Classes/See below for races/Equipment is everything your class and background comes with/ Point buy for abilities.
(Homebrew campaign based in the setting of a campaign I run that isn't text by text)
I've never done this before but I really want to give it a shot! If you have tips I'm open to feedback for sure.
Try to incorporate the story into your backstory to give yourself a reason as to why you would be hired as a mercenary or why you enlisted as a soldier of the local army.
The empire's main races are High Elves, Humans, Some dwarves, Tieflings, Half-elves. Welcomed, but not full citizens include goblins, half-orcs, gnomes, halflings. Races that are considered to be enemies are Yuan-ti and Orcs. (Feel free to be anything besides the listed enemies of the empire unless you have a good reason to be not killed on sight except for the flying races.)
I think 5 players would be perfect.
Just introduce your characters and, hopefully, we can get this started. xD
Name: Dek @ "Decker" Race: Strongheart Halfling Class: Barbarian Background: Sailor Backstory: Originally a warrior from the Utukulu tribe from beyond the berserker isles, Dek was captured by slave traders during one for their raids for fresh "meat". Taken across the sea from his home, Dek was probably destined to fight for some rich patron's amusement in some underground gladiator ring. However the seas are a treacherous beast and halfway during the journey back, the slave trader ship encountered a terrible storm and was capsized.
In a stroke of luck, Dek managed to free himself from his chains and was able to grab on to some debris, keeping him afloat through the night. It is unknown how many days he remained this way, and he was delirious by the time a merchant ship, The Windy Lass fished him out of the water. Fortunately, these were not slave traders.
Unable to speak the language, Dek was unable to tell his saviours from where he had originally come from. The merchants were also not able to let Dek off at one of the ports they frequented as he would not be able to survive without speaking the language. So instead they took him onboard and thought him the ways of a sailor, and along with it the language. It is also here that he earned the nickname "Decker".
Many years has since passed and though Dek is not fully proficient with the common language, he is now at least able to get by. Captain Roddrick Aspen the captain of the The Windy Lass recently retired and Dek, decided it was time to now to experience something new. Finding a living on land however was not as easy as it seemed. Thus when news of war on the horizon came, Dek signed up as mercenary using his martial and aquatic experiences to at least help him make a living. Sheet:https://ddb.ac/characters/36792765/vgFu6g
Hey. I came from Reddit! I would like to play as Thalion, the Tiefling Bard. I have all of the character specifics but idk how specific you want this post to be but I'm willing to get more into the details if I get to play.
Based on other Play by posts I would say just introduce yourself and as mentioned in the OP, try to include a reason as to why you’re where you are :) just follow this template
Stats: Standard Array (used this before you adjusted your post above, but happy with it.
Race/Class: Halfling Warlock
Background: Anthropologist
Backstory:
Ereina has travelled for many years studying cultures and learning about the world. In her research, she stumbled across texts written in unusual languages that intrigued her. Simply holding the texts drew her every thought toward them. After several decades she learnt enough of the language to understand the texts, it was her that she first encountered the hexblade.
Ereina has continued to travel, developing her skill and her bond. Others she has encountered have sometimes shunned her for her power, fearing that the entity to which she was connected would spread death, however, Ereina has always sought to protect those around her.
Her travels have led her to Aurelia, where her skills were recognized and she was recruited to stand against the oncoming tide of Yuan-Ti. Ereina also believed that this would be a great opportunity to study the military capabilities of another great civilization, even if it was from the other end of a sword.
Background: Urban Bounty Hunter (SCAG) (If this is not allowed I'll choose something else)
Backstory: Thalion started out as part of a travelling group of performers. It was all he ever knew but in his teens he realized he wanted something more so he decided to abandon his group in search of more adventures. He started taking bounties from taverns or guilds and became excited with the gold, thrill, and satisfaction that came with completing bounties. It was not long after that news of war broke out; Thalion, sensing the opportunity to make a name for himself and to do some good while doing it decided to sign up for the upcoming defense of Aurelia
Stats: Standard Array (used this before you adjusted your post above, but happy with it.
Race/Class: Halfling Warlock
Background: Anthropologist
Backstory:
Ereina has travelled for many years studying cultures and learning about the world. In her research, she stumbled across texts written in unusual languages that intrigued her. Simply holding the texts drew her every thought toward them. After several decades she learnt enough of the language to understand the texts, it was her that she first encountered the hexblade.
Ereina has continued to travel, developing her skill and her bond. Others she has encountered have sometimes shunned her for her power, fearing that the entity to which she was connected would spread death, however, Ereina has always sought to protect those around her.
Her travels have led her to Aurelia, where her skills were recognized and she was recruited to stand against the oncoming tide of Yuan-Ti. Ereina also believed that this would be a great opportunity to study the military capabilities of another great civilization, even if it was from the other end of a sword.
I love the idea of being so curious that you would put your life in danger. I’ll send you the campaign link.
Yeah in the non pbp that I run I actually have a pc who is a warforged. Vedalken should be fine as well but they’re not native to the continent, I’m open to you making up a new land if you’d like.
Willow was abandoned by birth due to the birthmark that covered half of her face, which her parents considered an ill omen. She was taken in by a group of dryads, who raised her and taught to defend the natural world and those who cannot defend themselves. They also taught her how to shift her own form, though her birthmark remains, whether she wants it to or not.
She is joining this fight as a chance to earn a living while hopefully keeping the people of this land safe.
Backstory Kuga and his sister were born from the marriage of an orc mother and druid human father. The marriage was forbidden so his parents were outcasts of society. Kuga grew being spat on and looked down as a person so kuga grew to resent civilization.His parents taught him how to survive on the fringes of society. As Kugas family heard about the war breaking out he thought it would reach them eventually and in order to protect them he walked into the nearest town and signed up to fight.
A massive invasion of barbaric Yuan-ti from the berserker isles are set to arrive at the city of Aurelia onboard hundreds of raiding ships minutes from now. Aurelia is located on the western end of the continent of Galesta and sits by the sea. It is under the control of the Aderanian empire. The berserker isles are located northwest, across the sea from Aurelia. Scouts have returned from the isles 3 days ago. They had reports of massive warbands being formed and ships being readied to sail. They concluded that a full-scale invasion is about to be underway. Although swift action was enacted by the city's consul, the barbarians were much quicker in their preparations than thought possible. This did not allow for much readiness to be had. Nonetheless, some preparations were enacted including hiring and training any willing adventurer nearby and reinforcing the outer walls of the city. The consul's plan is to hold the city until reinforcements from the nearby empire cities arrive to lend their aid. The five of you stand there at the walls overlooking the sea, your blood racing, and your heart beating faster than a running gazelle. You all were placed under the command of Sergeant Galius to watch a section of the Aurelian wall facing towards the docks and onto the sea. Sergeant Galius looks to be around his 30's. He has hazel eyes, black hair with a buzz-cut, and a clean-shaven face accompanying a well-defined jawline. He is clad in half-plate, enough to cover the vital parts of the body while still being able to move quickly.
Sergeant Galius eyes you all up and down, as if he were sizing you up. He nods, looking somewhat satisfied, then he begins to speak: "This will be the battle of a lifetime. Though they haven't been seen in decades, the records from the previous invasion say that the Yuan-ti are vicious and fight beyond comparison. Imperial records are usually very accurate. If you do not fight to kill, then you will be cut down like chaff. Make sure you stick to this six-man team and to always watch each other's backs. Do not break away from the group or you will die. We have a few minutes before they arrive. Make yourselves known to each other, it will help once the fighting starts... If not for someone to remember your name if you get cut down." He puts on his helmet and watches as what looks to be hundreds of ships sail closer to the shoreline and the docks. As the Sergeant finishes his speech, all of you begin to steel your nerves for the battle that is about to occur.
Notes:
template for application:
Name:
Race:
Class:
Background:
Backstory:
Character Sheet:
Am interested in this. How do you plan to do abilities? roll, point buy or standard array?
Active Characters
Tink - Elf Artificer Nicholas Meloncreek - Human Fighter
Thurkear - Lizardfolk Warlock Bjorn "Whitewalker" Akannathi - Goliath Ranger
I should've included this oops, im gonna edit it now. I would like to go with point buy.
Name: Dek @ "Decker"
Race: Strongheart Halfling
Class: Barbarian
Background: Sailor
Backstory: Originally a warrior from the Utukulu tribe from beyond the berserker isles, Dek was captured by slave traders during one for their raids for fresh "meat". Taken across the sea from his home, Dek was probably destined to fight for some rich patron's amusement in some underground gladiator ring. However the seas are a treacherous beast and halfway during the journey back, the slave trader ship encountered a terrible storm and was capsized.
In a stroke of luck, Dek managed to free himself from his chains and was able to grab on to some debris, keeping him afloat through the night. It is unknown how many days he remained this way, and he was delirious by the time a merchant ship, The Windy Lass fished him out of the water. Fortunately, these were not slave traders.
Unable to speak the language, Dek was unable to tell his saviours from where he had originally come from. The merchants were also not able to let Dek off at one of the ports they frequented as he would not be able to survive without speaking the language. So instead they took him onboard and thought him the ways of a sailor, and along with it the language. It is also here that he earned the nickname "Decker".
Many years has since passed and though Dek is not fully proficient with the common language, he is now at least able to get by. Captain Roddrick Aspen the captain of the The Windy Lass recently retired and Dek, decided it was time to now to experience something new. Finding a living on land however was not as easy as it seemed. Thus when news of war on the horizon came, Dek signed up as mercenary using his martial and aquatic experiences to at least help him make a living.
Sheet: https://ddb.ac/characters/36792765/vgFu6g
Active Characters
Tink - Elf Artificer Nicholas Meloncreek - Human Fighter
Thurkear - Lizardfolk Warlock Bjorn "Whitewalker" Akannathi - Goliath Ranger
Hey. I came from Reddit!
I would like to play as Thalion, the Tiefling Bard. I have all of the character specifics but idk how specific you want this post to be but I'm willing to get more into the details if I get to play.
Based on other Play by posts I would say just introduce yourself and as mentioned in the OP, try to include a reason as to why you’re where you are :) just follow this template
Name:
Race:
Class:
Background:
Backstory:
Character Sheet:
Name: Ereina Chetward
Stats: Standard Array (used this before you adjusted your post above, but happy with it.
Race/Class: Halfling Warlock
Background: Anthropologist
Backstory:
Ereina has travelled for many years studying cultures and learning about the world. In her research, she stumbled across texts written in unusual languages that intrigued her. Simply holding the texts drew her every thought toward them. After several decades she learnt enough of the language to understand the texts, it was her that she first encountered the hexblade.
Ereina has continued to travel, developing her skill and her bond. Others she has encountered have sometimes shunned her for her power, fearing that the entity to which she was connected would spread death, however, Ereina has always sought to protect those around her.
Her travels have led her to Aurelia, where her skills were recognized and she was recruited to stand against the oncoming tide of Yuan-Ti. Ereina also believed that this would be a great opportunity to study the military capabilities of another great civilization, even if it was from the other end of a sword.
Name: Thalion Daedheldir
Race: Tiefling
Class: Bard
Background: Urban Bounty Hunter (SCAG) (If this is not allowed I'll choose something else)
Backstory: Thalion started out as part of a travelling group of performers. It was all he ever knew but in his teens he realized he wanted something more so he decided to abandon his group in search of more adventures. He started taking bounties from taverns or guilds and became excited with the gold, thrill, and satisfaction that came with completing bounties. It was not long after that news of war broke out; Thalion, sensing the opportunity to make a name for himself and to do some good while doing it decided to sign up for the upcoming defense of Aurelia
Character Sheet:
Sorry I missed the template in my excitement to reply haha
Decker sounds like the type of halfling that would find himself in this exact situation haha. I’ll send you the campaign link.
I love the idea of being so curious that you would put your life in danger. I’ll send you the campaign link.
Sounds great! I’ll send you the campaign link.
Hey, just out of curiosity, would Vedalkens or warforged be allowed?
Yeah in the non pbp that I run I actually have a pc who is a warforged. Vedalken should be fine as well but they’re not native to the continent, I’m open to you making up a new land if you’d like.
https://ddb.ac/characters/36805191/JfPAdz
Name: Willow Brands
Race: Changeling
Class: Paladin (likely oath of ancients)
Background: Outlander
Willow was abandoned by birth due to the birthmark that covered half of her face, which her parents considered an ill omen. She was taken in by a group of dryads, who raised her and taught to defend the natural world and those who cannot defend themselves. They also taught her how to shift her own form, though her birthmark remains, whether she wants it to or not.
She is joining this fight as a chance to earn a living while hopefully keeping the people of this land safe.
Willow Brand | Changeling Paladin 1
Hi, I’m interested in joining but are you still accepting players???
she / they
Yes so far only two players are in. Need three more.
Sounds good! Sent you the link
I currently don't have a character, but am interested.
An Assassin of Random
Will try to post, but I have a busy schedule and have to attend to the real world.(Currently un-unavailable, whatever that means...)
"Whatever it was, it was my sister, not me!"
I play Avalon Farwood, Esthvele, and Anacra in the Tales of the Adventurers Tavern.
*Sheeeeez this is from a long time ago... a lot has changed...*
Then I’m interested, just let me fill out the form and I’m in
she / they