The oncoming campaign set in the world of Greyhawk begins in the exotic port city of Sasserine, it is here that the foundations of your character will be laid. The city of Sasserine is perched on the edge of the known world, the last stop before the endless expanse of the Amedio Jungle. It is a hub of trade, and a home to more than fifteen thousand souls, a bastion of civilization in a realm haunted by piracy, disease, horrible weather, and terrible monsters.
The Savage Tide is originally placed in the Greyhawk world, but I've made a few minor or major changes depending on how you view it. Firstly the pantheon is of the Greyhawk world, but I've introduced real world religions like Christianity stemming from the first world, although as of yet Christianity has little influence in the currently free colony of Sasserine.
I have also added a new race that has replaced the Olman tribes that are present throughout the campaign. They have instead been replaced by a race of brown-colored elves known as the Mwangi. Real world factions like the British, Dutch, French and Spanish exists and all struggle for control of this newly rediscovered colony, additionally they have all been introduced as affiliations. For those of you unfamiliar with affiliations: Affiliations is briefly explained a concept of guilds introduced in the campaign where one can rise in ranks as the adventure progress.
Sasserine (Large City): Conventional; AL NG;Population 15,650; 40,000 gp limit; Assets 31,300,000gp; Mixed (57% human, 21% Mwangi, 6% halfling, 4%gnome, 4% dwarf, 9% half-elf, 1% half-orc, 1% other)
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The seven districts of Sasserine: Azure District, Champion's District, Cudgel District, Merchant District, Noble District, Shadowshore, and Sunrise
History:Sasserine was founded 700 years ago, by a group of pilgrims led by a priest of Wee Jas named Sasserine; she was inspired to found the town after receiving a vision. Unfortunately she died protecting the town against a black dragon by the name of Zelkarune. However, after her death, the town gradually grew and expanded until it encompassed not merely the area inside the city walls, but a number of farming plantations lying on the outskirts. The growth of the city made it a target for pirates.
After a time, a family named Teraknian, descended from Sasserine's lover, began to rule predominantly over the city as mayors, taking advice from the clergy Wee Jas and Kord. The last line of Teraknian and the last lord mayor, Orren Teraknian, began a reign of terror, and launched a persecution of the church of Wee Jas in the city. Orren was deposed soon after the city was conquered by The British. The British kept the existence of Sasserine a secret from the rest of the world to prevent the city from being taken from them.
The subjugation would last for a century, until The British were forced to let go of Sasserine due to internal turmoil in their own lands. That has only first now been resolved.However, in the past century the now free city has gradually opened up to the outside world, which resulted in The Spanish, The French, The Dutch to establish influence in the city, but even The British try to once more claim the jewel in the wild. With them the colonial powers has brought with them an influx of immigrants not only of themselves but also the elf slaves known as the Mwangi. The question is a matter of time, how much longer Sasserine will be able to uphold their newly gained independence? It is the era of the colonial powers; an independent colony cannot last for long. Sasserine will have to chose its alliances in order to survive.
Venice trait: Sasserine is a city very much like the 17-th century Venice. Since every district is separated by a flood of water, the use of gondolas, bridges and smaller boats are necessary for travel inside Sasserine.
Rule: Sasserine itself is governed by a group of seven noble families called the Dawn Council, each representing one of the city’s seven districts.
Law: Law and order is for the most parts relaxed inside the city and only the worst and most visible crimes are taken care of. For example prostitution, sale of exotic and potentially dangerous animals and even the sale of alchemical drugs are more or less allowed. Thus Sasserine has a heavy problem with drugs. Although the law and other problems varies from district to district. ( See The Player's Guide Savage Tide )
Geography: Sasserine lies in the equivalent of an area very similar to the Caribbean seas, set on the main continent of the area, very close to the Hellfurnance mountain chain. Sasserines closest neighbor is Jeklea Bay, another colony but much smaller than Sasserine. Jeklea bay is in the control of the English. Sasserine itself is a connection by a couple of small islands in close vicinity to each other, which makes water travel an essential part of the city's trade. Much like real life Venice.
Climate: The Climate is tropical, with high (but tolerable) temperature and humidity.
Close by: Amedio Jungle the rain forest which Sasserine is perched around, it is mainly populated by the Mwangi Elf-race, but even a race of intelligent apes, known as The Dakon. The jungle is rumored to have once been the center of an ancient Mwangi Empire. Since deep within the jungle is ancient architecture hidden beneath its leaves. Only the most powerful of beings know what happened to this once powerful empire. Additionally to this, not far away lies the mountain chain Hellfurnance which is populated by all kinds of dangerous beings such as ogres, giants and even demons. There are rumors that somewhere, perhaps far into the jungle or deep into the mountains that a gateway to the Underdark shall exist. Now onto the campaign rules
Campaign traits
17th Century: The campaign is set technology wise during the 17th century. A new era has dawned where technology that once was available to only the richest has reached even the poorest. Alchemy and shooting weapons has become an integrated part of society.
Commonplace Guns: While still expensive and tricky to wield, early firearms are readily available. Instead of requiring the Exotic Weapon Proficiency feat, all firearms are simple weapons. Even commoners wield guns, but they are forbidden to be wielded inside Sasserine. Regardless of that guns are still wielded openly in most districts, especially inside the notorious district Shadow District. Most guards are equipped with at least a pistol.
Commonplace alchemy: The arts of alchemy have reached an highly advanced level, and made it available for almost everyone. Low level potions (third level and below) and drugs cost only 10% of their original price. The advancement of alchemy has reached such a level that it has become a problem for society, with addicts lingering the lesser districts. Yet the society is dependent of alchemists and their wonderful brews, despite some of their addictive effects. (Healing potions, and alike have an addictive effect if indulged too often.)
Power of affiliations: The true powers lies in the different affiliations. Almost everyone of status is a member in one of the affiliations. The ones of importance are The Seekers, Witchwardens, Zelkarune’s Horns, Dawn Council (Sasserine itself), The British, The Dutch, The Spanish, and The French.
Bonus feat: Each player has right to a district-feat/trait in case they have been raised in Sasserine. If so chose a district and a trait from the Player´s Guide- Savage Tide.
Divine Resurrection: Resurrection is a dangerous and hard vice; although not unheard of it is not a simple task. It it requires a sacrifice of a certain level.
Soon we will bring you more information about Lakronya, including the world map and a few more gods! Oh, and I almost forgot; next update I will update you about future posting. Stay tuned!
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