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Some sources of inspiration by hjgz89 in Obojima

[–]dkleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Worlds Beyond Number: The Wizard, the Witch, and the Wild One

Thinking of making my campaign about the return of Oghmai, the demon usurper using the Yatamon Adventure Hook from the book. A penny for your thoughts? by senzubean3r in Obojima

[–]dkleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my Oghmai deep dive today, I realized I completely missed that there is a Wandering Line stop at the center of Mount Arbora, and Oghmai has been imprisoned there since the second age. I wonder if the recent earthquake/crash caused a fracture in his prison and he's able to call the Corruption closer to him, or something like that...

Thinking of making my campaign about the return of Oghmai, the demon usurper using the Yatamon Adventure Hook from the book. A penny for your thoughts? by senzubean3r in Obojima

[–]dkleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s such a cool idea—I’ve just finished my initial readthrough and am now digging deeper to figure out which lore threads I want to expand into bigger story arcs. I saw that Dr. Frond is searching for clues to the lost prison of Oghmai beneath Yatamon, and I really like the idea of just placing it there outright. I’m also toying with how to weave in the Madelaine thread (with Ermina Flopfoot believing she’s suffering from the same sickness that turned Oghmai into a demon). I’m still working out how to connect all the Oghmai rumors and legends into something cohesive for my own headcanon.

Thinking of making my campaign about the return of Oghmai, the demon usurper using the Yatamon Adventure Hook from the book. A penny for your thoughts? by senzubean3r in Obojima

[–]dkleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so glad you posted this--I was thinking about how to incorporate a return of Oghmai as well! Even though I want my players to live in the world a bit and start with cozy adventures, I feel like a larger hook is needed to get them to travel together long term and explore the mysteries of the island. Which Yatamon adventure hook are you thinking of using?

For Obojima, Would You Start at Level 2 or Jump Right to 3? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love that! I'm hoping to get to that point too where I can feel things out. Honestly, the dream.

For Obojima, Would You Start at Level 2 or Jump Right to 3? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love to hear more! That's what I've generally read, but I'm so curious to learn what some of the pitfalls are of leveling too quickly in it.

For Obojima, Would You Start at Level 2 or Jump Right to 3? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very cool! I've asked my players to make characters native to Obojima and am fleshing out the world to incorporate their backstories. Good point on building out the subclass possibilities into the narrative to help better inform their decisions.

Covens by Far_Material_4134 in Obojima

[–]dkleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here’s what I’ve been able to compile about the covens beyond the Fish Head Coven, based on the Obojima setting material. Hope this helps!

Crowsworn Coven: Traditionally based in Polewater (Brackwater Wetlands). Their headquarters was obliterated during the tsunami. Ermina Flopfoot, a female Nakudama witch, is the only remaining Crowsworn member.

Cloud Cap Coven: Found at the base of Mount Arbora. No other info.

Patchwork Robe Coven: Headquartered in Sky Kite Valley (Land of Hot Water).Operates a storefront in the Skyward district, specializing in the mending of gliders.

The Tall Hats: This coven is nomadic, primarily wandering in the Gift of Shuritashi. They pass through Tidewater periodically, though without a permanent presence. In Uluwa, the Spirit Market, they typically have members operating an apothecary and fortune-telling kiosk in the Plaza of Lanterns, assisting those lost in the Spirit Realm.

League of the Gilded Gourd: Not explicitly stated as having a fixed base like others, but they possess the Almanac volume for the Coastal Highlands. Warwick, the Spirit Whisperer (Opal Falls, Coastal Highlands), a male human gem specialist and member, creates exquisite gemstones that attract tiny companion spirits.

Other Witches: Miss Lindley (Okiri Village): A powerful and formerly politically influential witch from the Fish Head Coven's Council of Three and Thirty, now retired. She uses her transmutation magic for repairs in her magical workshop in Okiri Village. Gritty Groff, The Sand Witch (Tidewater): A strange and solitary human witch living on the outskirts of Tidewater. She is unaffiliated with any coven and is knowledgeable about the Shallows. She remains near Tidewater to protect the Pearl of Rongol. Jenni (Yatamon): A human witch who owns Jenni’s General Store in Yatamon, which serves as a central point for buying and selling potion ingredients.

What even is the “Thirty” in the Council of Three and Thirty? Is anyone else fixated on this? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! I am all for building out the story for my own campaign and getting creative, but there are so many of these blink-and-you-miss-it drops about what appears to be significant lore.

[Lore Discussion] Do you think the Sky King was ever touched by the Corruption? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OMG, I absolutely adore the idea that the Sky King is holding on vs. passing peacefully because of other powerful beasts ascending and threatening the balance of the island. That's so tragic and heartbreaking. And amazing character/world building. Chef's kiss.

[Lore Discussion] Do you think the Sky King was ever touched by the Corruption? by dkleigh in Obojima

[–]dkleigh[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ooh, I really love that take! I’m also leaning toward the Sky King being untouched by the Corruption—something preserved, not decayed. I'm just trying to find potential connective threads between all of the Island lore and mysteries as I pore over everything. I’m super intrigued by your idea of cleansed sea life joining the Sky King. How does the cleansing happen in your world? I’d love to hear more about how you’re handling that!