Academy Anthology: Hail and Well Met

aldjabra

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-21T16:39:44+00:00

Aldjabra Aldjabra Dungeon for Distastefuls and Dissidents is the premiere prison of the Seelie court in the Feywild. It is known for its unbearable, torturous toil. Many Fey natives would rather be forgotten forever than face a moment in “The Classroom

alice

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-23T20:18:59+00:00

Alice is played by Kira! Alice, originally from a world not unlike ours has the spirits of the Cheshire Cat and the Red Queen within her. Their voices occasionally come out, making it seem that she is mad.

althea

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-30T01:41:28+00:00

Althea is played by Kelda.

alto

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-30T13:08:27+00:00

Alto is played by David C.

apollo

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-03-29T02:46:43+00:00

Apollo is played by Colin. Omg Apollo Actually Abhors Alliteration Prince of the Moonlit Mafia Was! Was Prince of the Moonlit Mafia. Apollo is no longer welcomed into the Mafia after he proposed the Mafia changed for the better. But yes, Apollo was supposed to inherit the mafia after Vuleonn either passed or stepped down. Of course that no longer will happen, unless Apollo admits he was wrong and promises to help the Mafia again.

ara_elamyar

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-11-03T17:56:19+00:00

Ara Elamyar * Ara was formerly Headmistress of the Glimmerford Academy during the Age of Antiquity * Lonnel (Danny) was her former “star student” at the academy * Ara first met Lonnel when he was trying to break into her personal wizard’s tower * Gadri (Adam) was a former professor at the Academy, but was dismissed because he “cried wolf” far too much about demons invading from a hidden portal

araki

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-05-17T17:41:09+00:00

Araki is a fastidious lizardfolk. He's very much an outsider--his appearance and demeanor very alien to civilized mammalian society. Araki is played by Clint. The creature before you has two legs, two arms, and a head, but that is where all familiarity ends. The beast stands on long prehensile toes tipped in claws and its legs bend backwards just below the knees. There is a shield strapped to its left wrist and a pack on its back, but those are the only things it wears or carries. The creature’…

ash

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-23T22:36:55+00:00

Professor Ash Badgercloak is a failed magic teacher trying to find a new career option. Jack plays Ash Badgercloak.

asher

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-08T02:22:24+00:00

Asher and Irwin After Ashers village was burned down by a group of raiders who were paid to get rid of the village, Ashers hatred grew like that fire until it consumed him and brought forth his fire spirt the honey badger named irwin. Now Asher and Irwin travel the land looking for the person who paid to burn his village and kill his people.

astra

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-18T17:23:14+00:00

Ad Astra Per Magica Imagine a universe where square worlds spin around gemstone suns. Where ships of wood sail the void between worlds battling each other with catapult and ballista, spell and sword. Where an asteroid may be a safe harbor, a smuggler's den, or a hungry creature eager to devour any that pass by. Where daring swashbucklers and scoundrels race for fantastic treasures and literally touch the stars and terrifying beasts with the power to destroy whole planets roam.

beanut

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-07T16:44:05+00:00

Beanut is played by Alex. In Session 1 he was able to gain a magic acidic maul. The bearer may choose to deal Acid damage with this weapon and gain a +1 bonus to damage.

beatrix

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-18T12:19:12+00:00

Beatrix is played by Kyra.

bernard

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-14T14:33:10+00:00

Bernard Stonesmith is played by Jo.

biomia

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-10T13:11:11+00:00

The Continent of Biomia The scope of Hail and Well Met are mostly centered on the city of Welmet on the continent of Biomia. A map of Biomia and the surrounding continents can be found here.

bubo

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-06T17:54:09+00:00

Bubo is a young Owlin Druid, the nephew of the Wise Old Owl. Bubo is played by Lynn.

buggins

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-07T01:32:43+00:00

Buggins is a non-player character who often accompanies the “Well-Met Heroes.” He is always loyal and helpful to the party, but very tired and always complains about his ailments. He will carry all the loot that needs to be sold, and give those who are harmed one of his few healing potions to get them back into a fight.

bwystfil_dinas

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-18T16:26:25+00:00

Bwystfil-Dinas Welcome to Bwystfil-Dinas: The City of Monsters! This remote locale is home to a stable society composed exclusively of sapient monsters races. It may seem a bit strange at first to see a red dragon flying overhead while the gnolls around you go about their day, shopping for luxuries at the Elemental Market or stocking up on essentials at the Giant Farmer's Market, at least at first. Once you see what this lovely and diverse town has to offer, I'm sure you'll grow to love it!

callie

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:51:35+00:00

Callie is played by Sheila Callie spends her time tracking down individuals that the Raven Queen has decided she is collecting the souls of next to guide them onwards. There may be some vigilante work involved on occasion. Calledras Shadowblade was born in the Shadowfell, a land of endless twilight and despair, where the living and the dead linger in a perpetual state of mourning. She grew up in a poor, destitute corner of the plane, a place where shadows stretched like creeping fingers and …

carver

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-14T14:58:47+00:00

Carver is played by Keith.

cassius

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-10T22:49:44+00:00

Cassius Quintilian Human Battlemaster Fighter Backstory: Raised on the bustling streets of Silverstone, a city relatively close to Glowerwood, after his parents were killed during the occupation of “Lord” Varis Caerdonel when he was a young boy. With no one to look out for him, he lived a life of crime as a street rat. Fortunately, his natural agility and grace kept him out of Caerdonel’s dungeons and work camps, where many prisoners were taken without due process. He eventually found other …

celica

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-17T17:39:49+00:00

Celica Berrian * Player: Danny * Pronouns: She/her * Race: Eladrin (commonly Spring) * Class: Wizard (Bladesinger) Appearance Celica is a Spring Eladrin, with fair skin and long dirty blonde hair tied back in a loose ponytail, with happy green eyes that never fail to match the confident smile always hiding behind her present expression. She appears to be a younger elf, but who can tell with Eladrin? The only signs of battle Celica shows is a small nick off the edge of her pointed ea…

character_creation

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-11-11T13:03:37+00:00

Character Creation If you've never had the opportunity to play in a Hail and Well Met before, follow these guidelines for and take a quick read over the House Rules. For your first session, please bring your own fifth (5th) level character or arrive ten minutes early to choose a pre-generated character. Dice and a miniature to represent your character are welcome but are not required.

civorea

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-15T00:57:22+00:00

The Continent of Civorea Other adventures on the continent of Civorea included: * Prince of the Abyss * The Statue Garden Locations in Civorea include: * Shinesong * Glimmerford * Capstone * Glowerwood * Krakozhia * The Empire of Civorea * Rym - The capitol city destroyed by

cleon

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:17:34+00:00

Cleon is played by Tom.

corbin

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-02T02:00:45+00:00

Corbin Pryme Corbin is played by Tony F.

corbyn

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-23T19:58:01+00:00

Corbin is played by Tony F.

cragor

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-01T18:40:36+00:00

Cregor is played by Luke.

cult_of_the_volibear

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-26T23:42:54+00:00

Cult of the Volibear All gods have followers, and Valhir is no different, molding his followers into a force of nature that tears down walls and leaves settlements destroyed in its wake. The Cult of the Volibear, as it is known, is comprised of several northern tribes united by their devotion to the storm-bear. A shamanic council listens for edicts from their god for guidance and direction. When they strike, they descend from the mountains like a fierce blizzard and vanish just as quickly.

darcozzi_paladini

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-10T22:38:06+00:00

Darcozzi Paladini Though the Civorean Empire was infamous for its hostility to mages and love of conquest, not all of life in its borders was seen as inhospitable. Within the walled cities of the Empire, ideals of honor and justice did exist. In this era, an order of warriors sworn to the Empire and its people did arise. Founded as palace guards for the Emperor and Senate during the reign of

dark

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-12-11T04:17:08+00:00

Academy Renovation Games Hey, the Academy is dark while they are doing some renovations. Let's play some D&D! If you haven't already done so, create a character using the “Hail and Well Met” criteria found here: Other than your player character, all you'll need is an Internet-connected computer with a modern web browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, FireFox) that has a headset and microphone so that you can hear and be heard. No …

dink

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-22T02:52:58+00:00

Dink

dinku

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:50:48+00:00

Kijin is played by Tori. Kijin is rare to smile, he’s far too busy stretching himself thin to try to accommodate everyone being paranoid, and just generally not allowing himself to enjoy things “there’s other work to do” he’ll say, he’s always busy with something, never giving himself a break never letting himself take a breather, it’s obvious he’s trying to prove something to… SOMEONE at least, why else would someone torture themselves like this? his gaze so often shifts to the more mundane …

dunbeg

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-16T01:14:37+00:00

Dunbeg is played by Stuart

dustyn_darqnyss

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-23T02:58:07+00:00

Dustyn is played by Dustin My young regal Elvin mother, Sephenia, absconded out of her home land against her parents instruction to explore the local realms. While in a near seaport town, she was seduced and taken advantage by a human male nomad trader. Ashamed and embarrassed that a lesser human had bested her, she returned home making no mention of her scandalous escapade. After a few months, Sephenia began to notice changes indicating that she was with child. She could only hide it from her…

eldath

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-14T22:59:32+00:00

Eldath Eldath is a Goddess of peace, water, stillness, and the quiet parts of nature. She is a pacifist with a focus on healing the sick with her blessed waters, bringing peace and serenity to all. Worshippers are often those who seek a quiet life, and those who have pasts troubled by violence or anger may turn to her to help them heal.

emery

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-22T01:09:34+00:00

Emery is played by Andrew

family_history

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-31T16:04:15+00:00

“A long, very long- time ago Three concepts ruled all power wisdom and mobility Working together the three made the planet perhaps not this one but the one I remember Power created a great ball of fire rock and magma to start Then wisdom coated the planet in water and knowledge, the water combined with the fire and energy and made way for movement, life, plants sprouted from the ground and the first beasts emerged from the thicket of the great forests

fangrumbler

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-31T18:31:26+00:00

Fnagrumbler is a Blood Hag, the daughter of the great hag Graeae. She has been seen working with the Gibdos of Hyrule.

felix

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-22T23:28:29+00:00

Felix is played by Riley M.

flynn

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-27T02:46:45+00:00

Race: Human Class: Circle of Spores Druid Flynnilea Artus was born in rot… or something like that. Necromancers overtook her hometown, rendering it an undead wasteland. Flynn was spared from the decay thanks to rescue by her aunt, Catia Willowleaf. Unfortunately, Aunt Catia died while Flynn was still too young to remember her. She did not die, however, before entrusting her care to a pair of humble bookkeepers- Iparug and Tamyra Pebbleshield. Catia befriended the pair of gnomes quickly and bega…

frinkle

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-07T01:30:53+00:00

Frinkle is played by Ron

garden

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-21T12:21:23+00:00

The Statue Garden A local noble has recently taken an interest in a ruin standing in the midst of the long-deserted Whistling Woods. Long before the Empire of Civorea was founded, this territory just outside of the cursed city of Glimmerford was the domain of the dark druid Valedan. Those who visit this forgotten cairn return with tales of a garden of horrific statues, posed as if they were turned into stone by something or someone lurking there. Who dares to take the noble's offers of riches i…

gibbert

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-15T15:51:06+00:00

Gibbert is played by David.

gill

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-10T13:14:32+00:00

If you need help, you’ll get a hand from Gill Spindrift. A Water Genasi of quick feet and open heart who was born to simple means. Gill has a swimmer’s build, hair the color of seaweed, black eyes, and pale blue skin. Gill was born on the outskirts of the land of

gondra

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-31T18:30:23+00:00

Gondra is played by Stephen. In July, Gondra encountered a hag named Fangrumbler in the Halting Swamp who told him to visit a graveyard. There he and the other Well Met Heroes found a dozen graves, each with a clone of Gondra in them in various states of decay. The most recent one is about six months old.

goor

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-26T15:40:09+00:00

Goor is a bugbear paladin played by Cameron.

gorlock

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-28T19:03:39+00:00

Gorlock's Genie warlock patron is named Brittany. Gorlock is played by Alex.

gwendolyne

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:17:50+00:00

Gwendolyne is played by Zoe.

halting_swamp

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-27T17:14:27+00:00

The Halting Swamp Corpsebump Gump Village Wetwell Village Spikelight Spire Sunken Cathedral Duskhaven The Nightmare Bog The Tree of Woe Wailing Fen Elva's Mansion

hestia

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-14T22:47:09+00:00

Hestia Hestia is the Goddess of the hearth and home, associated often with hospitality and family. She values a welcoming home, hot meals, and reaping the words of hard work. As such, she is seen as a humble and generous Goddess, often worshipped by those who are seeking to form a new home, family, or create a welcoming environment in their home or business. She is typically depicted in modest robes, usually veiled with eyes like a flickering flame, bent over a hearth stoking the fire.

history

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-20T21:36:29+00:00

History This section is a hierarchical representation of the “eras” of time. Nested within each “era” are a number of events, including the groups, personages, and places that are significant. Creation The Dead Gods create the world of Aperta-Mundi out of a chaotic cloud of deity-stuff. There is no reason or agenda that can be understood about why this is done. These beings are less deities in the conventional sense and more of elemental forces or building blocks. These unknowable beings are…

house_rules

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-17T15:33:56+00:00

House Rules Unless there are unique circumstances, all of the Hail and Well Met one-shot games rely on these house rules. Character Creation There are a few notes with respect to character creation. Alignment Alignment is dead. Unless it is important for your character to have one, please feel free to choose

ilmater

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-14T22:37:36+00:00

Ilmater Ilmater is a New God worshipped by those who are suffering or have suffered in some form. Most worshippers tend to be poor or ill in some fashion, though many may turn to Ilmater's guidance in times of sadness or grief. He is a merciful God, empowering those who are experiencing undue suffering to overcome it. He is typically depicted as a severely injured man that is short in stature with slight musculature. Most notably is his kind face and gentle expression, contrasting his injured b…

infernium

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-11T12:46:11+00:00

Infernium A mote of Infernium can only be forged by magical means, such as the divine power of a forge cleric. It has several applicaitons including being forged into magical flaming weapons.

invisible_hand

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-01T00:45:35+00:00

With the “praise be” call and response, the church represents market forces.

isidor

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-25T17:13:52+00:00

Isidor Gulden is a tax preparing paladin. He is a “dweeby looking” blonde human guy. They are played by Bea.

jarxis

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:57:17+00:00

Jarxis is a very old, mildly insane, highly irritable, slightly paranoid Leprechaun Armorer. He possesses a calculating intelligence that he employs to gather resources to free his people. He can feel remorse over doing bad things, but is perfectly fine operating in morally gray areas of it furthers his goals. He's a skilled craftsman with a wide array of scientific knowledge and a creative outlook on how magic can be employed. [There is a

jissal

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-18T03:32:15+00:00

Jissal is played by Finn.

katezur

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:23:04+00:00

Katezur (Kate) is played by Kahlan.

kliff

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-23T16:31:14+00:00

Ingyirixywyckliff “Kliff” Rimeclaw [ in-GEAR-ik-see-WIK-lif ] Image by vageliokal Basic Information * Player: Declan/Riley * Pronouns: he/him * Race: White Dragonborn * Class: 6 Ancestral Barbarian, 2 Fighter * Level: 8 Appearance Kliff is a white dragonborn, standing at a massive 7' tall, with a broad build to match. Scars litter his opalescent white scales, reminders of battles long passed, along with two far cleaner ones going along the underside of his pecs. His ice blue ey…

konshu

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-12T02:23:36+00:00

Most people view Konshu as the (Egyptian flavored) trickster deity of wealth and the moon. However, recently, apollo has uncovered a terrible truth that the deity Bahkmé has been pretending to be Konshu, tarnishing Konshu’s reputation. Now, most thieves and evil-doers (politicians) have been doing horrible things in Konshu’s name. Apollo hopes to enlighten every one of the truth and restore Konshu’s name as one of good-will and hope.

kurg

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-15T00:44:58+00:00

Kurg is played by Adam. From a tropical island where he lived with his orc tribe. Encountered a powerful fey creature in the rainforest during a hunting trip that exposed him to powerful fey magic-does not remember exactly what happened. Began to grow horns and heard voices in his head. Felt a stronger connection to nature. Accidentally projected these voices into the mind of the Shaman Horuk and nearly killed him.

leng

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-10T13:14:02+00:00

The Islands of Leng The land of Leng is a traditionally poor island chain with little economic or military power located across the Windless Sea from Biomia. One of the farthest islands in the island chain of Leng is the home of the Monastery of the Plum Flower.

libby

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-11T00:20:57+00:00

Libby is played by Tony.

lighthouse

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-12-27T23:02:00+00:00

Lunar Lighthouse Please join Apollo and Toro for a satisfying end to a year-long campaign! On December 28th at 6:00 we hope to run a three-hour game to wrap up Apollo's storyline. You'll need is an Internet-connected computer with a modern web browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, FireFox) that has a headset and microphone so that you can hear and be heard. No need for a webcamera!

lila

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-10T22:35:10+00:00

Lila de Lucian Lila de Lucian, a half-elf Order of Scribes wizard, was born long after the Civorean Empire fell, a great pity for a child so studious and gifted. With institutions of learning having fallen with the Empire and her working class family's modest means, she cobbled together a magical education in run-down schoolhouses, half-burned libraries and taverns of ill-repute once she was old enough. When Lila came of age, with aims to continue her magical education throughout the struggli…

lin

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-24T04:55:12+00:00

Lin is the reincarnated soul of a semi-divine being from the Feywild. not too long ago a temple fell in the sky from a different world A giant structure connected to an island that fell into the sea A temple gilded with bronze home too many acid traps and hostile plant life in an ever shifting complex structure Many ancient years lining the walls from children’s drawings to grand ancient art A place made for craftspeople and learners of the arts and music, feathered serpent insignias and th…

lonnal

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:56:19+00:00

Lonnal, deciding to give up his millennia long chase of Ara, has decided to remain in Aperta-Mundi for the rest of his days. He wrote the above letter and planeshifted it to a known hideout of hers to say goodbye (she never knew Lonnal knew about that hideout, of course). Whether she ever returns to finish what she started, is a tale for another time.

lore

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-28T20:19:41+00:00

Lore page

losers

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-07-15T22:00:09+00:00

The LOSERS Leprechauns in general were looked down upon by the Seelie court, considered basically low borne fey. Leprechauns were all viewed with suspicion for crimes of any type as well as minor day to day inconveniences. It became a sport among Seelie nobles to find elaborate or circuitous logic to blame a leprechaun for something. The Leprechauns established a resistance against the Seelie Courts' tyranny. They began calling themselves the ‘

loxis

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-06T14:36:30+00:00

Loxis is played by Carter.

lucile

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-11T00:17:56+00:00

Lucile is a student of the Drekia Academy, one of the most prestigious magic schools in all of Welmet. To graduate, she has been given a set of tasks by her sponsor, the Archmage Letitia. She has been struggling with bullies throughout her career, mostly led by the braggart noodle-armed goblin

lunip

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-20T16:13:37+00:00

Lunip is a rare spice that is important to the economic well-being of Welmet. Some whisper that the supply of this valuable substance is failing. Something is destroying the crops of this lucrative farming in the Halting Swamp.

mag

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-04T23:38:01+00:00

Magthrum Keengift (Mag) is played by Beth. Magthrum loves books and learning, and is always on the lookout for new texts to digest.

mage

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-28T13:59:56+00:00

Tomb of the Murderous Mage Join your friendly game masters Rachel and Rew for a very special two-table event! In this game, two parties of “Well Met” heroes will work together to escape from a dangerous madman’s tomb before time runs out and they are trapped forever.

maja_lore

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-02-04T18:14:19+00:00

Lin (common) Nesso (what their followers affectionately call lin) also known as: * manifestation of Maja (“not so secret” secret) * “Prophet of the sun god” (to their followers) * ”scary child” (more commonly known) ---------- “In a temple in the middle of the open sea was once a place of great knowledge, but before it landed in aperta mundi something was taken from something important, the deity of the temple, divine and violent demanding sacrifice for its knowledge of the arts and …

mare

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-28T18:34:07+00:00

Maré is played by Juliana

markessa

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-21T11:36:02+00:00

Markessa There have been a number of very similar “cloned” beings calling themselves Markessa throughout Aperta-Mundi. Despite operating separately and having no knowledge of one another, they all have a similar sinister intent. It is believed that they all serve an original being who calls herself Markessa.

metaphysics

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-09T00:08:27+00:00

The Metaphysics of Aperta-Mundi A list of known deities includes:

mirna

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-11T00:30:21+00:00

Mirna is played by Marceea.

monastery_of_the_plum_flower

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-10T13:16:25+00:00

The Monastery of the Plum Flower This Monastery is located on a distant island in the Leng island chain. This school typically charges no tuition. There is a small river near the inland school. The institution of faith teaches lessons of harmony, seeking peace, and allaying fear.

moon

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-16T23:25:30+00:00

Ruin of the Blood Moon Every thirteen years, the alignment of the stars and the conjunction of the spheres heralds the night of the blood moon of Aperta-Mundi. In this frigid darkness the sphere of Selûne is stained crimson, igniting the anger of unholy spirits incarnated in accursed flesh and driving them to swarm in an assault on the helpless villagers wintering near Fort Zvezda in the tundra of Krakozhia. Can you and your companions hold back the seething horde before they strike at the inno…

moonlight_mob

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-25T22:13:48+00:00

Also known as the Moonlit Mafia and/or the Lunar Lot. Led by tyrannical Vuleonn and his family. Recently with the whole Konshu debacle, the true Konshu had spoken to Apollo and he has revealed that the Moonlit Mafia is led by and protected by Bahkmé.

nikos

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-31T04:26:46+00:00

Nikos is played by Declan/Riley. Appearance Nikos is a 6'3 aasimar with dirty blonde hair, always neatly cropped short and styled so it stays out of the way. He has sharp golden eyes and a strong physique, looking physically imposing even without his more unsettling aasimar features. A closer look at his tan skin would reveal a golden undertone, with even his veins taking on a golden ichor appearance. It seems as though there's always a subtle glowing aura to him, highlighted further when he sh…

oghma

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-14T01:47:32+00:00

Oghma, the deity of knowledge is dedicated to sharing information throughout the mortal realms. However, some believe that privately the deity Wael, is a Feywild aspect of the same being but is devoted instead to hiding secrets from mortals.

okum

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:18:06+00:00

Okum is played by Steven.

olaf

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-13T04:49:44+00:00

Olaf Sitz is trying on the pseudonym Flex Macho, but it isn't working out so well. Olaf looks up to Nikos and makes it clear to everyone that he is the Assimar's best friend. Olaf is played by Rew.

ollopa_enulvon

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-21T20:06:57+00:00

Ollopa Enulvon (He/They) is somewhat played by Colin (He will not show up in any sessions but will trade and own Real Estate) Pronounced O-lop-Ah Ollopa is close friends with apollo and lives a pretty normal life. Their parents love them, they have many friends, they don’t have much to fear about, etc. Even though they have not been seen together, he lives with Apollo on the top floor of the ex-mafia pyramid. There he also invites adventurers over and listens to their epic stories, and maybe …

orion

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:18:35+00:00

Orion is played by Palin.

ornn

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-06T13:13:03+00:00

Demigod of fire and the forge that takes the form of a large humanoid ram with red fur. Ornn's workshop is said to be in a long dormant volcano where he crafts tools and weapons of unparalleled quality. Ancient legend states that his original followers made their homes on the slopes of his volcanic home and strived to become artisans of their craft as their form of worship. Ornn was indifferent about them, perhaps only giving a simple nod or frown when shown their work, but deep down he appreci…

pancakes

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-17T18:15:46+00:00

Pancakes (he/him/any) is an orange awakened cat who has picked up the banjo to become a College of Glamour Bard. His mom, a reclusive witch, loved Pancakes so much that she cast a spell that both awakened him and gave him a longer life. He now explores the land to see what the world has to offer, and to share his music with anyone who wants to listen. He loves people (and their food), tummy rubs, and attention! He's just babey!

paths

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-10-18T19:50:45+00:00

Paths to Adventure As the year plays out, there are a number of plots in flight that should be addressed. In no particular order, these are a number of “paths to adventure” that we should address and resolve between now and December 31st, 2024 and which player characters are essential to each.

pen

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-14T00:53:18+00:00

Pen is a tiefling clockwork soul sorcerer who is here for a good time and to make friends now and get to balancing responsibilities later! Pen is played by Melissa.

penculous

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-08T03:01:47+00:00

Penculous A functionary of the Seelie Court in the Feywild, this ambitious Spriggan rose to power by blaming all possible problems on Leprechauns. This abuse was one of the reasons why the guerrilla rebel group ‘Leprechauns Operating Stealthily Endeavoring Rearrangement of the Seelie’ (LOSERS for short) was founded.

phillip

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-10T22:38:50+00:00

I'd like to introduce you all to Phillip Reginald Newton the 3rd, your dearly beloved Human Bard/Rogue, at your service, as well as Minxy, The best performing feline IN THE WORLD!

prince

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-05T16:17:03+00:00

Prince of the Abyss Dark portents roil the nations of the world. Long ago, a mighty demon prince and his minions were defeated and banished but over the ages that magic has waned against a constant assault from the abyss. As the curtain rises on this unique four-episode adventure, a group of the world’s mightiest adventurers gather to discuss how they can oppose the threat they all can plainly see coming. While the mortal armies allied with the heroes can hold back the main throng of demonic fo…

raven_queen

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-24T12:59:49+00:00

The Raven Queen This being, also known as the Duskmaven, is the goddess of death, fate, and winter.

redemption

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-12-11T04:18:29+00:00

Shenziah's Redemption I'm looking forward to seeing you all online soon! Please use the instructions below to join the party. Other than your player character, all you'll need is an Internet-connected computer with a modern web browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, FireFox) that has a headset and microphone so that you can hear and be heard. No need for a webcamera!

reload

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-03T23:57:43+00:00

To Reload Your Well Met App A browser force refresh, sometimes referred to as a 'hard refresh' or 'cache bypass', is like giving your internet browser a clean slate for a specific webpage. A quick hard reload can be done by using the following ways.

restwell_keep

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-21T16:16:05+00:00

Restwell Keep Area Ruled by the self-obsessed Lord Drysdale with a charter from Welmet, this keep is on the border of the civilized world. Everything West of this keep is untamed. It’s true wilderness. Raids on traders have picked up; folks who are coming to the keep to either trade their goods or as missionaries are being kidnapped and ransomed. There is an escalating sense of fear. There’s an evil growing, and everyone within the keep knows it. Ask anyone in the villages of

rita

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-30T01:23:04+00:00

Vita is played by Roman.

robbi

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-23T20:19:30+00:00

Robbit is played by Leo. He likes beer and magical power.

robbit

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-29T19:43:06+00:00

Robbit is played by Leo. He likes beer and magical power.

rowan

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:22:00+00:00

Rowan is played by Leslee.

selune

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-01T01:08:33+00:00

The goddess of the moon is a powerful force on the continent of Civorea, persisting even throughout the rule of the Civorean Empire.

seraphina

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-28T18:22:19+00:00

Seraphina is played by Miranda (Mira).

shakron

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-24T03:09:01+00:00

Sha'kron is an evoker wizard. They were slain on The Enclave, an island of pirates in The Windless Sea. However, in a cool spooky sequence they were forcibly resurrected. Sha'kron is played by Jim C.

shank

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-20T21:19:59+00:00

Shank is a hallucinogenic drug of Feywild origin made of porcupine-shark venom, pixie feet, and crushed lollipops. It causes ones fingernails to fall out, melts soft tissues in the nose and ears, causes visions, makes the user paranoid and aggressive, and is very, very addictive. It is typically injected straight into the veins in the neck.

shen

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:49:34+00:00

Shenziah Oneiros (Shen) is played by Hal. Shenziah has possession of the Book of Mud. Age: Older than she looks Appearence: Shen is an ash gray tiefling with red sclera and irises, intricately braided black hair, and large, curving horns. Other notable features: Numerous decorative facial piercings- they look gold, but are actually brass. She had to sell the originals.

silver

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-20T13:56:47+00:00

Silver Lining is played by Colin B.

snow

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-06T19:22:24+00:00

Snow Day 2024.01.06 Hey, it is a snow day! Let's play D&D. If you haven't already done so, create a character using the “Hail and Well Met” criteria found here: Other than a player character, all you'll need is an Internet-connected computer with a modern web browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, FireFox) that has a headset and microphone so that you can hear and be heard. No need for a webcamera!

sonny

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-06T13:38:06+00:00

Sonny is played by Sara. He seems to be cursed with a strange spirit that follows and physically vexes him as often as it possibly can.

sovereign_desert

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-21T19:12:39+00:00

Sovereign Desert The Sovereign Desert is mostly a waste of sand dunes dotted with pyramids and ruins from a long-forgotten dynasty of kings who ruled the area when this land was fertile and green. One such pyramid holds some adventurers including

start

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-03-04T18:39:43+00:00

Hail and Well Met Join your favorite friendly game masters for a casual open table game of D&D. Each session of this campaign is a self-contained one shot running in a shared universe of settings. Newer players can join for a single game and have just as much fun as returning adventurers.

talvia

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-08T02:59:26+00:00

At some time in Talvia's life, she spent some time in the Feywild. There, a Spriggan named Penculous accused Talvia of calling them a “poopyhead.” Because child-swears are perceived as murderous oaths in the Feywild, Talvia has been an outlaw of the Seelie Court ever since. It was so bad Talvia once considered joining the guerrilla rebel group ‘Leprechauns Operating Stealthily Endeavoring Rearrangement of the Seelie’ (LOSERS for short)

tama_bakaina

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-23T20:21:15+00:00

Tama is a shifter played by Chel. Once a normal fox, Tama was transformed into a person by a witch. Tama lost much of her memories in a fixed gambling bet. Tama often takes unnecessary risks, and has been known to gamble recklessly.

tarra

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-12T01:30:32+00:00

Raised in the Feywild, somewhat overconfident and naive, stumbled upon a glittering rapier in a clearing that seemed to call to her. Grabbed it without thinking and felt a rush of arcane power. Already had an itch to travel and explore, now seems somehow amplified. Hopes to learn more about her weapon’s origins and powers - somehow tied to Feywild/Archfey? Has a soft spot for helping children and families.

tawp

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-04-25T12:41:03+00:00

Imagine a Kenku that accidentally created a pact with his patron because he just kept repeating what was said. Growing up, Tawp M’ahkin’mi is what everyone would say to him. So he took it as a name. Tawp is an all black frizzled chicken-looking Kenku.

the_bar

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-05-04T02:34:50+00:00

The Bar™ Known for it's trademark signpost featuring an I-Beam and it's metal rod centric architecture this popular establishment has recently franchised into Welmet. The flagship store has been featured on Kognombia's hottest morning show Good Mourning Kognombia! The report highlighted the establishment's wildly inventive menu including a baked flatbread with mashed tomatoes and cheese 🍕 as well is salted bread twisted into elaborate shapes 🥨.

toro

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:48:55+00:00

Toro (played by Nicholle) Backstory Toro is the younger of two brothers who were very close. So close, in fact, that around ten years ago, the two decided to move to Welmet together to start a business. They were partway through the process when Toro stumbled upon a group of unsavories, wearing half moons symbols, being shifty, and reported them to the proper authorities. This drew the ire of this particular group, who began harassing and making threats towards Toro, even making attempts at …

tortos

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:59:06+00:00

Tortos is played by Andy. Tortos served with a regiment called the Ironband Legion for several years. During this time he learned of Ornn, a demigod of fire and forge from the northern regions of their current station, that seemingly abandoned the world after befalling some great tragedy. Or so the story goes.

urabrask

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-01T21:49:47+00:00

Urabrask has been to war and seen firsthand what such needless violence does to families and their communities. He's witnessed it closely, forced to partake in such violence by tyrants just like Cloven Nox. He joins the village resistance to make amends and prevent the destruction that he's seen in the past.

v1-al

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-13T20:18:30+00:00

V1-AL (they/them) is a warforged alchemist in search of their creator(s). They have joined and been accepted in the Kognomobia Adventurer's guild as a Class D adventurer. They learned from the magical lawyer Hermano Arbitrage that their “parents”

vadania

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-08T02:25:55+00:00

Vadania As a cleric with deep knowledge in Arcana, Religion, and History, your character views the witch’s oppression of the villagers as a significant disturbance in the balance of both spiritual and magical forces. They see this as a critical opportunity to apply their understanding of ancient lore and divine principles to counteract a malignant force threatening the innocent. Driven by a sense of duty to uphold justice and protect those who cannot defend themselves, your cleric feels compell…

valentina

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-13T02:18:22+00:00

Valentina is played by Kaylee.

valhir

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-07-26T20:41:24+00:00

Valhir, also known as the Volibear, is a demigod of the storm that takes the form of a vaguely humanoid polar bear. Ancient legends states that Valhir shaped the northern lands with his deeds, be they creating mountains out of great lava wyrms or carving fjords with a swipe of his claws. He sees civilization as anathema; that mortals would rather tame the wild beast than let it run free infuriates him.

valmeross_ness

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-06-22T16:25:09+00:00

Name: Valmeros “Val” Ness (he/him) * Age: 28 * Appearance: Tiefling with brick red/orange skin, one broken horn, messy ash hair, 5 o'clock shadow. Dressed in his former plate uniform, with parts stripped down and sold off to make room for his broad raven’s wings (and also to pay off some debts). Scruffy and disorganized, though his axe is shockingly immaculately kept.

valton

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-13T04:48:29+00:00

Valton is played by Jamin. Valton has a sidekick dog named Buck.

varruk

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-23T02:52:16+00:00

A goliath named Varruk who had been banished from a village for his crimes returned with a mercenary band known as The Rictus and slaughtered the entire town. Kliff hunted down Varruk to get his vengeance, only to find that he was a catspaw of a Fey master. He let the goliath mercenary live.

vows

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-14T04:48:09+00:00

Vows of the Fey

voyage

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-02-21T23:37:22+00:00

Voyage on the Windless Sea Voyage on the Windless Sea! Is everyone is ready for ADVENTURE, for PIRATES, and for UNFATHOMABLE WATERY HORRORS?!? Who will find the King's Heart? Join your new best friend Miranda, for a Well-Met ocean adventure!

wavewood

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-27T17:52:56+00:00

The coastal village of Wavewood is south of Welmet on the continent of Biomia. The expanse of the Sunless sea east of here.

welmet

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-28T01:24:02+00:00

The City State of Welmet Biomia's most populous and active city is the port metropolis of Welmet. It is in many ways a point from which explorations of the “new world” can originate from much like some early cities in the Americas such as New Amsterdam or Williamsburg. The greater ocean is to the east of Welmet, just like the east coast of the United States. For reference, assume that Welmet is much like

world

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-02-04T18:14:01+00:00

The Setting of Aperta-Mundi Aperta-Mundi is the setting for 2024's “Hail and Well Met” campaign. The world of Aperta-Mundi is a continual work in progress that we will endeavor to share canonical details about here. History A brief history of Aperta-Mundi Geography The scope of Hail and Well Met are mostly centered on the city of

wrath

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-09-06T14:48:24+00:00

Wrath of the Witch King It has been centuries since the fall of the Civorean Empire. Various petty warlords rule their splintered domains by force. Brutal demons made flesh now hold the village of Glowerwood hostage, forcing its people to mine a cursed metal. Desperate, the villagers hire you and five others to liberate them from their infernal captors. However, your personal journey will ultimately lead you to the master’s stronghold where a dark ritual is already underway. You and your allies…

wren

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2025-01-06T19:58:06+00:00

Wren Basic Information * Character Name: Wren * Character Pronouns: She/Her * Player Name: Gabe/Hazel M. * Player Pronouns: They/She * Character Class: Wizard - Bladesinger * Species: Elf (Mechanically Fairy) * Level: 8 Appearance

zahara

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-03-04T13:26:55+00:00

Zahara is played by Mika

zee

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-08-10T22:43:08+00:00

Ser Verzano di Berranzi Ser Verzano di Berranzi (nickname Zee) is a member of an order of paladins and assorted warriors dedicated to the protection of the Civorean diaspora. Civorean caravans travel the country, trading their beautiful art and fabrics made in traditional Civorean style for various goods and services, and they occasionally lend out the services of their elite warriors, the

zenadia

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-12-21T02:32:41+00:00

Zenadia is played by Bridget

zog

Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) — 2024-01-28T14:45:02+00:00

Zog is played by Micah.