This is a check to see if people would be interested in a game of Dungeons and Dragons (5th edition, 2014) heavily inspired by the Homeric classic: The Odyssey.

Important things to note:


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The actual plot will be inspired by the Odyssey, but not a one-to-one retelling. The story will begin at the end of the Trojan war, and see the group all united in their efforts to return to their shared homeland. Along the way, they will be forced to stop on many different islands where perils and adventure alike awaits.
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In this game, the theme and setting could be largely described as "Ancient Greek Epic" inspired. Many decisions made in regards to the game will be based on trying to keep to these themes with the intention of ensuring both narrative consistency as well as immersion into the setting.
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The game itself will be using the 2014 version of 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons as the base, with a few custom rules added. The purpose of these rules will be twofold; Firstly, to help uphold the narrative consistency in keeping with the setting of Ancient Greek mythology. Secondly, to help marry the difference between standard table-top play and play-by-post limitations. These rules will not be entirely set in stone, with the possibility of things changing at need in order to better work towards the previously mentioned purpose.
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Players will create 5th level characters for this campaign. Leveling up will be through the benchmark method, with each benchmark being reached when the players leave one of the islands the adventures will take place on.
There will also be several restrictions placed on character creation, mostly but not entirely in regards to playable races. This is for the purpose of keeping to the theme of the game.
These restrictions will also include a custom background, as well as required elements for backstory and some restrictions on class.
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[u][b]IMPORTANT NOTE[/b][/u]: This is primarily a check for interest in the game idea. I am not currently promising this game would start in the near future, nor am I locking in spots for players at this time. I am looking to see what interest exists, as well as other forms of feedback.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here. Comments and concerns, if any, are also welcome.