Nexus' purpose is one that predates the formation of the first Shattered Isles worlds, and to this day it continues to fulfill its function to rebuild the fractured universe and reconnect the broken worlds into a single cohesive universe.
While no one knows the true origins of Nexus or who brought it into being, it serves as both an architectural and arcane masterpiece. Tall crystalline and metallic spires lance upwards towards the sky, spanning across the city for as far as the eye can see and sprawling across the lower levels of the city are vast forests entwined around and through the buildings. Large open grassy fields and majestic waterfalls can be found all through-out the landscape and a flourishing ecosystem has evolved from flora and fauna originating from all manner of verses and realms.
The size of the city is immeasurable, but it remains curiously absent of any semblance of a permanent population due to its ever changing, ever growing, and ever shifting nature. The city itself is as alive as the forests that grow throughout it, and it maintains an intricate network of root-like connections that spread far and wide. Every plant and animal within the city is connected to this network and together they form some manner of a symbiotic relationship to one another. The local flora and fauna are typically of no threat to travelers that utilize Nexus to travel between the Shattered Isles unless Nexus has deemed them a threat to itself.
Despite the constant shifting and altering of the cityscape, one curiously always seems to find their way to wherever it is they need to be (though not always where they intended to go). One must take care when venturing throughout the vast city though, for one can never know when a rift may appear.
At the city center of Nexus one can find Wayfarer's Point, a massive building to dwarf even the tallest spires of the city. This central point is one of the most stable and static locations within the city, seemingly permitted to exist as it helps to fulfill the Nexus' function to reconnect the shattered fragments of the universe.
Welcome, storytellers, adventurers, and dreamers! We are thrilled to introduce you to the Nexus, a Multi-Genre Guided Sandbox Roleplay that breaks the bounds of imagination and invites you to dive into a universe crafted by the collective creativity of its players.
What is Nexus?
Nexus is a Roleplay (RP) universe like no other, a cosmic playground where your wildest fantasies become a reality. From medieval realms brimming with knights and dragons to futuristic spacescapes teeming with alien races, Nexus is the ultimate confluence of genres and settings.
What Makes Nexus Unique?
Within Nexus, we empower you with the ability to create, develop, and explore your narrative threads within two distinct community driven roleplay zones: Rift Worlds and the Shattered Isles. The Rift Worlds are self-contained, independent realms, perfect for crafting unique stories and experiences. On the other hand, the Shattered Isles are where more complex, interconnecting narratives are woven, each having its own distinct sub-forum for better organization.
You have the freedom to make your Rift World threads open-join or private, with set plot-lines or open-ended adventures. As for Shattered Isles, they are designed to be open-join and are governed by a Storyteller and co-Storytellers, providing a dynamic and evolving narrative that welcomes all players.
How is Nexus Structured?
As a player, you'll navigate between three areas of the Nexus IC Forums: Nexus Locations, Rift Worlds, and Shattered Isles. The Nexus locations are the hubs, public common areas where characters can interact, recruit, or simply hang out. Rift Worlds and Shattered Isles are the main play zones, with Rift Worlds offering a more casual roleplay experience and Shattered Isles hosting intricate, long-term narratives. For more information on how to make Rift Worlds and Shattered Isles, please see this reference thread.
What Role do You Play in Nexus?
Every player in Nexus is an essential part of the collaborative storytelling process. While we have designated Game Masters (GMs) to help navigate any impasses, Nexus thrives on the spirit of cooperation. This means respecting differences, maintaining common civility, and prioritizing the health of the narrative over personal gains. Nexus welcomes players of all skill levels, writing styles, and genre interests, and we encourage everyone to uphold these principles.
Join the Adventure!
Get started with Nexus today! Navigate through the different zones, explore the threads, and immerse yourself in the stories. Reach out to your fellow players and GMs, and begin weaving your own threads of adventure.
We hope Nexus will be your home for epic storytelling, unforgettable characters, and boundless creativity!
Let your journey begin in the Nexus!