UK Games Expo: A first look inside Vynestra and free previews

Inspired by Classical civilizations and running with D&D’s 5e, The World of Vynestra is heading to Kickstarter.

The publisher is at UK Games Expo this year, and Geek Native has had a look inside the print proof. If you’re keen to see more, then the Prelaunch Page is live, with more info, a free-to-download preview and joining their database gives you access to more freebies. 

You can also cut to the chase with a Pay What You Want an introduction to the setting and an adventure on DriveThruRPG already.

• Deveros In A Nutshell, 113 pages by Giles Penfold and a suggested contribution of $0.
• Roots of the Grapevine, suggested contribution of $5.

Five books are planned for the series, and the Kickstarter is currently slated for September 2023.  

The World of Vynestra is a new 5th Edition setting that introduces several new features, including:

• A new system called Embers allows players and NPCs to become demigods.
• Hundreds of new abilities for players to customize their characters with.
• Extensive ember modification and creation tools for GMs.
• Numerous races, both old and new.
• A diverse pantheon of deities.
• New cult-based systems for worship and blessings.
• New spells and magical items.

The Aldarin Empire is a fictional empire heavily inspired by the culture of the Late Roman Republic. An emperor and a senate rule it, and its people are known for their military prowess and love of wine.

The Aldarin Empire offers several new class archetypes for players to choose from, including:

• Legionarius Fighter: This archetype focuses on creating formations with allies and using tactical manoeuvres to defeat enemies.
• Revelry Cleric: This archetype can infuse alcohol with their spells, creating powerful effects that can be used to heal allies, damage enemies, or even create illusions.

Deveros, The Amethyst Crown is a sprawling, 20-district city setting in the Aldarin Empire. It is a city of intrigue, rivalry, and deadly encounters. Players can explore over 600 locations, interact with dozens of organizations, and meet numerous diverse, LGBTQIA+-friendly NPCs. Deveros also features new spells and magical items that fit into the setting.

Monsters of Deveros is a supplement for the 5th Edition of Dungeons & Dragons that introduces over 60 new monsters to the game. These monsters are designed to be used in the Deveros setting but can be used in any campaign.

The new book has a demigod system for players to beat different demigods and provides instructions for GMs to create their own demigods.

Blood Tithes, Chapter 1 is the first chapter of the Deveros campaign setting. It takes players from Levels 1 to 6 as they explore the underbelly of Cruorse Isle near Deveros and clash against the Vampiric Order.

Vynestra told Geek Native that they are keen to support LGBTQIA+ inclusion in 5e and are looking for new ways to boost inclusivity and diversity in their publications.

The company already has a deal with the distributor GameQuest and is looking to expand into Pathfinder.

Quick Links

• Prelaunch: BackerKit.
• Deveros In A Nutshell
• Roots of the Grapevine