Description
The Shifting Sands Desert is a vast and unforgiving expanse, where relentless heat and sudden sandstorms shape life itself. Hidden among the dunes lie scattered oases, treacherous caves, and the crumbling ruins of forgotten cities. Fierce tribes battle for survival and dominance, but even their rivalries pale beside the desert’s greater perils—merciless poachers, ruthless bandits, monstrous beasts, and ancient evils stirring beneath the sands.
Author's Note
WORK IN PROGRESS — Feedback on Discord is greatly appreciated! Some mechanics and features are still being tested, so your input will help shape the campaign. This campaign is built on Dungeons & Dragons 5e and takes place in a vast world where travel, survival, and exploration are central themes. 🌞 Survival Mechanics This desert campaign features a special survival system (which can be toggled off if desired). Food & Water Supplies Matter: You have a counter showing how many days of supplies remain (including the current day). Example: If you have 1 supply, you will survive today, but tomorrow you will begin to starve. If your supply reaches 0, you are considered poisoned and lose 20% of your maximum health each day until you regain supplies. Storage Limits: Some equipment allows you to carry 3 days of supplies. Other gear allows up to 7 days of supplies. Check your inventory to see your carrying capacity and adjust the counter manually when needed. Franz usually keeps these counters updated automatically, but you may sometimes need to correct them manually. 🏜️ Starting Locations At the beginning of your adventure, you may choose one of the following starting points: 🏕️ Communal Tent (Zhainin Encampment, Northern Desert) Nestled near the northern frontier, this camp belongs to the Zhainin Tribe. Adventures here often deal with poachers, frontier skirmishes, and expeditions into the unknown. 🏚️ Slum’s Heart Square (Sacred Caverns) Deep in the sprawling slums of the Sacred Caverns—the largest permanent city in the desert—life is harsh and dangerous. Expect theft, conspiracies, political intrigue, and urban struggles, though the sheer scale of the city means nearly any type of story can unfold here. ⚔️ Qarroshy Camp (Redsands Plains) The heart of the Qarroshy Tribe, a militaristic people tasked with defending the southern frontier from orcish incursions. Adventures here will lean heavily into combat, tactics, and wartime survival. 🍶 The Thirsty Camel (Northern Exchange, Green Republic) A lively tavern in a small village just north of the desert frontier. Perfect for characters arriving from outside the desert, it serves as a gateway for explorers, traders, and adventurers before braving the Shifting Sands.
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