You have been summoned to the land of Arden—a world steeped in wonder, ancient mystery, and unbreakable magical law. Your journey begins in the storied continent of Isperia, where governance is held not by monarchs, but by scholars, spellcasters, and the binding force of arcane contracts.
This guide will prepare you for the road ahead and help you step boldly into a world where every choice matters.
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The Shape of the World
- System: Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
- Setting: The Arcane Commonwealth of Isperia, within the world of Arden
- Expansion Content: Includes optional material from Kinks and Cantrips for characters with more unconventional inclinations
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Character Creation
You have answered the call to Isperia. The mark of your magic stirs, and your journey begins not as a common initiate, but as one who has already seen danger, hardship, or mystery—and survived.
- Platform: All characters must be created using D&D Beyond. A campaign link will be provided.
- Sources: Standard sources are allowed, including officially published material. Homebrew content requires DM approval.
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The Company You Keep
This is no solitary tale. Ours is a large, persistent world with a living roster of adventurers. As such:
- Not every player will be present at every session.
- The world moves forward even in your absence—alliances shift, secrets are revealed, and stories progress.
- Only those present for a session will gain experience and level up.
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What to Expect
This campaign will unfold across a land of high magic and hidden danger. Themes include:
- The disappearance of an ancient magical academy
- The consequences of broken contracts once thought eternal
- Shifting alliances among arcane provinces and powerful factions
- Lost cities, ancient relics, and secrets sealed beneath spell and stone
You are not merely a traveler. You are a thread in the weave of fate, and your choices will shape the world around you—sometimes quietly, sometimes cataclysmically.
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The Adventurer’s Guild Bulletin
Those who walk the roads of Arden do not do so in isolation. Our tale is part of a larger story, one shared by many.
To remain informed and prepared, all adventurers are expected to check in regularly with the following resources:
- Guild Hall Archives: https://isperia.io — The central hub for lore, world updates, maps, records, and campaign announcements.
- Message Circles (Discord): The official campaign Discord server, used for session scheduling, world discussions, character development, and downtime RP.
Consult the bulletin often—those who stay informed tend to stay alive.
Prepare yourself, and let your seal be true.
We begin soon.
— Alarion the Sage, Arch Mage of the Arcane Commonwealth