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Welcome to Ransera! This page is the main hub for information regarding the various bits of lore found within this wiki.  
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Welcome to Atharen! This page is the main hub for information regarding the various bits of lore found within this wiki.  
  
=The Lore of Ransera=
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=The Lore of Atharen=
  
 
There is no right or wrong way to delve into the lore provided in this wikipedia. Below is a list of helpful links that have been compiled for your convenience.  
 
There is no right or wrong way to delve into the lore provided in this wikipedia. Below is a list of helpful links that have been compiled for your convenience.  
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*[[Skill Guide]]
 
*[[Skill Guide]]
 
*[[Starting Package]]
 
*[[Starting Package]]
*[https://wiki.ransera.com/index.php?title=Category:Rules Rules]
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*[https://lore.atharen.com/index.php?title=Category:Rules Rules]
 
*[[Non-Player Characters|NPCs]]
 
*[[Non-Player Characters|NPCs]]
 
*[[Terms Of Use]]
 
*[[Terms Of Use]]
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=Play by Post Collaborative Storytelling=
 
=Play by Post Collaborative Storytelling=
Ransera is a play-by-post open ended writing website. The basic idea is that you make a character by drafting a character sheet (CS) and once completed, take up writing in one of our numerous locations! The story is in your hands. Ransera is designed to be a setting in which you, the writer, can tell your own stories. We have provided the tools with which to tell those stories but they are ultimately in your hands. The collaboration aspect comes in joining in with and collaborating with other players and even the moderators of the website.  
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Atharen is a play-by-post open ended writing website. The basic idea is that you make a character by drafting a character sheet (CS) and once completed, take up writing in one of our numerous locations! The story is in your hands. Atharen is designed to be a setting in which you, the writer, can tell your own stories. We have provided the tools with which to tell those stories but they are ultimately in your hands. The collaboration aspect comes in joining in with and collaborating with other players and even the moderators of the website.  
  
 
The bottom line is that your adventure is what you make of it. Be a proud warrior. Be an inquisitive mage or be a baker running the local bakery in a city. The choice is yours and we empower you with the tools to make those choices as you see fit.  
 
The bottom line is that your adventure is what you make of it. Be a proud warrior. Be an inquisitive mage or be a baker running the local bakery in a city. The choice is yours and we empower you with the tools to make those choices as you see fit.  
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=Fantasy Genre=
 
=Fantasy Genre=
  
Ransera is an original high fantasy world with steampunk influence. While some of our material borrows from traditional fantasy tropes inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien, we are proud of the depiction that is provided here in our setting. While there are play-by-post websites that strive for 100% original content, Ransera makes an effort to blend traditional fantasy with innovative ideas. There is nothing wrong with playing in a world that holds true to fantasy tropes both traditional and original and we encourage this.
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Atharen is an original high-fantasy world with some industrial and dark fantasy influences. All lore on Atharen is 100% original, created by our mod team and playerbase, from our many races to the magics they wield, and the countries they live in.  
  
 
=Storyline=
 
=Storyline=
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We understand that the starting process for any new player can be a daunting and confusing one. If you require further assistance we are more than happy to provide it! You are welcome to reach out to us via the following methods:
 
We understand that the starting process for any new player can be a daunting and confusing one. If you require further assistance we are more than happy to provide it! You are welcome to reach out to us via the following methods:
  
*[https://discord.gg/metPZHb Ransera Discord] (requires an active Discord account)
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*[https://discord.gg/nwZKZdP Atharen Discord] (requires an active Discord account)
*[https://ransera.com/viewforum.php?f=65 Player Guides]
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*[https://atharen.com/viewforum.php?f=65 Player Guides]
*[https://ransera.com/viewforum.php?f=16 Support Forum]
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*[https://atharen.com/viewforum.php?f=16 Support Forum]
  
 
= WikiMedia Tools =
 
= WikiMedia Tools =

Revision as of 23:47, 28 September 2020

Welcome to Atharen! This page is the main hub for information regarding the various bits of lore found within this wiki.

The Lore of Atharen

There is no right or wrong way to delve into the lore provided in this wikipedia. Below is a list of helpful links that have been compiled for your convenience.

Play by Post Collaborative Storytelling

Atharen is a play-by-post open ended writing website. The basic idea is that you make a character by drafting a character sheet (CS) and once completed, take up writing in one of our numerous locations! The story is in your hands. Atharen is designed to be a setting in which you, the writer, can tell your own stories. We have provided the tools with which to tell those stories but they are ultimately in your hands. The collaboration aspect comes in joining in with and collaborating with other players and even the moderators of the website.

The bottom line is that your adventure is what you make of it. Be a proud warrior. Be an inquisitive mage or be a baker running the local bakery in a city. The choice is yours and we empower you with the tools to make those choices as you see fit.

Fantasy Genre

Atharen is an original high-fantasy world with some industrial and dark fantasy influences. All lore on Atharen is 100% original, created by our mod team and playerbase, from our many races to the magics they wield, and the countries they live in.

Storyline

Under revision.

Further Assistance

We understand that the starting process for any new player can be a daunting and confusing one. If you require further assistance we are more than happy to provide it! You are welcome to reach out to us via the following methods:

WikiMedia Tools