In the epic fantasy setting of Madrahar in the world of Gadra, the spirit world and the mortal world intertwine. Reincarnating demigods and schools of magic live side by side. The heroes of a world reborn from ruin must choose to either repent of or repeat the mistakes of the past.
Gadra was created in 2006 or 2007 by Ruth and Jessica, and was originally a setting for a college D&D game. The world has grown since then, and has been used as a setting for four different RPG systems across five gaming campaigns.
Jessica’s currently working on a series of novels called Orphaned Gods set in the north of the continent of Madrahar after the Downfall, while Ruth has plans for the story Heirs of Elluamore.
Livalli, a character in Orphaned Gods. “So are you in trouble?” Livalii asked. “Need me to knock some heads? Because I will.” “I’m not in trouble.” Tiiro stressed the I, ever so slightly. “It’s just… fate. I saw myself going. … Continued
Tiiro, a character in Orphaned Gods. “You don’t have to study every waking hour, though,” Tiiro said. “There’s other things in life.” “What would you know about waking hours?” Aturi said. Tiiro chuckled. “You got me there.” He reached over … Continued
A map of the north of the continent of Madrahar, circa the year 1056 after the Downfall. Art by Ruth Lampi.
Neharu, a character in Orphaned Gods. Neharu tripped and rolled down into a little canyon cut away by a stream, and ended in the water. It wasn’t deep, but he checked to make sure he hadn’t broken the little sacred … Continued