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1DnDOnlineGames.com
DnDOnlineGames gives you a chance to play your favorite tabletop games with thousands of other gamers and writers. We’ve all editions of D&D (incl. Eberron, Ravenloft, &c.), d20 Modern, Star Wars and more. Playtest homebrew settings and even entire game systems with our large, experienced player base, as well as our many discussion forums. We’re an active, friendly place where you can discuss rules, plots &c. We've got vast resources on ways to make the most of your gaming experience. :)
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 1563
4354.255000036638852
2Star Wars Combine
The Star Wars Combine is a game set in the Star Wars Universe. The game has been online since 1998 and although it is technically a browser game, it sees itself rather as an MMORPG. It is programmed and run entirely by volunteers, so playing is free. There are no monthly charges and no premium features that are restricted to players who register a paid account.
From Internet_Play/Massively_Multiplayer_Online Site 478
4348.1745000346113048
3Dundjinni
Free maps, adventures, and artwork abound on the official site for Dundjinni map and adventure creation software. Check out (and download) jpegs of the beautiful maps made with Dundjinni, pngs of thousands of free user-created artwork, or test drive a demo of this ENnie nominated, sophisticated but easy to use program.
From Software/Map_Generators Site 9726
2394.192500029537240
4Mystical Realms
Mystical Realms is an extensive and unique Interactive Storytelling Role-Playing Community that plays by chat. Web space is available for character development, maps and images, or continuing novels. Guilds, organizations and nations keep in touch easily through front-page news, forums or in their private club settings. Come explore!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Chat/Genre_-_Fantasy Site 6543
1460.094500044815575
5Bloodletting
Bloodletting is a Vampire themed text-based RPG. Players create characters and interact in the forums with other characters. There are also crimes to be committed for increasing wealth, dungeon breaks, Covens and Sanctuaries, and for the bloodlthirsty.killing. Death is permanent here so play carefully.
From Internet_Play/Browser_Based Site 2047
1425.766500010382928
6World Of Medieval and Future Earth
The World of Medieval and Future Earth are detailed custom built RPGs. One set in the Dark Ages, the other in the future. It takes brains more than sword or gun to win in these worlds. Run by an experienced DM/GM.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 8535
1258.50500009042099
7The Campaign Builders' Guild
The Campaign Builders' Guild (CBG) is your one-stop source for information and communities centered around building and creating campaign settings and worlds for role playing games. World and campaign building is a craft, an art, and goes far beyond simply creating locales, NPCs, and adventure locations. At the CBG, we will help you achieve a mastery of this art, either through reviewing your campaign setting, critiquing your adventure, or simply basking in the wonder of your campaign world.
From Resources/World_Building Site 1558
1127.81500006634312
8The Red Dragon Inn
Online gaming via extensive message boards and chat. Excellent utilities, tools, and downloads, and an extensive selection of online generators. Articles for DMs and players alike, or ask the sage your D&D questions. Home to Audalis, a superb community-created setting for your adventures.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Dungeons_and_Dragons Site 9666
1118.53250003809814
9Plothook.net
Got Game? Plothook offers genres ranging from FR, Serenity, Modern, Rifts, World of Darkness, Star Wars and so many more. We offer an on-line dice roller, character sheets, chat room, and many other features for Players & DMs. Join us today!
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 1891
1083.22950007332012
10Jerusalem Conquest
Within this Multiplayer Strategy you can fight on the side of Saladin's men or the Templars for Jerusalem!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Historical Site 1151
1051.3955000782388
11Book of Mormon Battles RPG
Play as the leader of the Nephites, Lamanites or Gadianton Robbers in the quest to save the Promised Land.
From Internet_Play/Massively_Multiplayer_Online Site 422
1047.2415000776430
12Medievia
Established in 1991, Medievia is one of the most feature rich games ever made. Clanships, mobfactions, dragon lairs, bloodlines, serpents, clantowns, towngames, and much more. Visit our new WWW site and check out our latest features.
From Internet_Play/MUDs Site 725
1038.32500005915435
13Germany 1939 - WWII MMORPG
Play on side of the Axis or Allies in this RPG
From Internet_Play/Massively_Multiplayer_Online Site 1170
1033.8835000751663
14Asian RPG
A Text Based RPG where you start as a Warlord and try to work your way up to becoming Emperor of all Asia - not an easy task.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Email/Wargames_-_Strategy Site 1204
1028.4495000761349
15Future Terra
Battling for a Future Earth is not easy in this futuristic RPG where strategy is key to the survival of mankind.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Roleplaying Site 1367
1027.3050000742717
16Ruler of Kings
Ruler of Kings is a Text Turn Based RPG that allows single or multi player participation. It is ever changing and new features are being added each day. Participation is absolutely free!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Historical Site 1451
1012.2970000737506
17rpgResourceMasters
Free, Resource and Play by Post ( PbP ) roleplaying site for HARP, rolemaster, Call of Cthulhu, RuneQuest, Steve Jackson Games and any other non d20 game you want to bring along. We have an active and vibrant community, developing roleplaying ideas, adventures, worlds and generally having fun. So if you prefer to have Roleplaying as your emphasis rather than ruleplaying, come along and have some fun. The downloads/uploads section is now open!
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 11535
937.05400002608719
18Salroth The Chronicles
Roleplaying games through the ages. This is a site for all ages and all genres, devoted to online roleplaying games by chat or forums.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 11012
897.07300005382202
19Carrion Fields
Roleplaying / Playerkilling MUD open since 1994. All-original story and areas (over 275). Sophisticated, tightly balanced combat and adventuring systems. Mature, experienced playerbase and volunteer staff (30 members). 100% free - funded by anonymous donations.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Pkill Site 9530
855.95550003155845
20Tavern Maker
Freeware Tool to generate high quality Taverns. Floorplans/menus/pick-pocket lists/patronage descriptions. Everything is based on manually written databases to ensure high quality.
From Software/Map_Generators Site 6823
813.79650006610776
21Hidden Realms
Hidden Realms is a play by post, medieval fantasy role playing community set in the world of Eldanar. It is a world kept in a delicate balance, three ages after the most momentous event in Eldanar's history, the cataclysmic Divine War in which the Gods themselves fought. Set foot into this mystical and diverse realm of magic, intrigue, and adventure.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 9472
801.21700003673819
22Pete's RuneQuest & Roleplaying!
One of the oldest and largest RPG sites online. Scenarios, art, NPCs, character sheets, reference sheets, rules, an online game, old zines, quizzes & polls, selected links, and over a thousand chaotic features, found items, & magic items - add your own! For RuneQuest and ALL fantasy roleplaying games and settings.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/RuneQuest Site 3611
778.6080000499603
23Heroquestgame.com - The italian Portal of Heroquest
The italian Portal of Heroquest. Tons of Tiles, Maps, Quests, New Cards, New Monsters, New Skulls. and much much much other!
From Systems/Board_Games/HeroQuest Site 10085
758.84250003463287
24Aelyria
Aelyria is the original play by post creative experience on the Internet. Aelyria features collaborative storytelling wherein players assume the roles of heroes and villains as they explore, quest, and adventure across a vast original fantasy world designed by contributors and developed by members. Aelyria is host to a thriving artistic, musical, writing, and gaming community that creates compelling content and imagines an epic storyline of magic, romance, mystery and intrigue. Playing is Free!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 884
749.78350004003497
25Distant Lands
The lands we live in are both incredibly beautiful and dangerous to a point of deadly. Spread through out worlds are vast mountain ranges, sprawling tundra's, tropical jungles, and lost caverns. Our city, known as Turien lies in the very center of two worlds, constantly phasing from one to another. Not even Gryjal, the arch-mage of our city is quite sure why it is that Turien does this and even how it does so.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Recent Site 5222
743.01850004241500
26Adylheim
Adylheim is an original fantasy play by post, a place where the imagination alone sets the limits for what you can do. The world of Adylheim is filled with strange races and monsters which owe as much to folklore as fantasy literature. With magic and mystery awaiting behind every corner, it is a fine home for those looking for adventure and intrigue.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 1936
683.7310000414484
27Myth-Weavers
Myth-Weavers is the premier site for play by post games. Features include an advanced dice roller, online character sheets for multiple systems, rpg tools, a large community of 1500 regular users, a great pool of players, and new games opening all the time.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 1435
665.4630000257971
28Worlde Arcane FreeForm Fantasy RPG play-by-post
Medieval swords-and-sorcery fantasy across a dozen kingdoms in an exciting freeform web world!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 6540
659.77750001026156
29Barrok's Tower
RPG resources forum specializing in free supplements, assistance for world & campaign builders, play by post games, and much much more.
From Resources/GM_Guides_and_Toolkits Site 11131
612.4090000646137
30Tazlure
Tazlure is a PBP high fantasy game with over 150 players, running since the beginning of summer 2001, that allows constant player interaction. You are free to go anywhere, become anything. This game has room for paladins, harlots, religious fanatics, swashbucklers, crooks and merchants from all walks of life. Rules and setting are found on wiki.tazlure.nl, homebrew system. Players need to be 14+. Mature and Adult themes. Focus on creative writing.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Cannon_-_Pre-history Site 7594
605.82700002432290
31Freedom City Play-By-Post
Super-heroic play-by-post gaming set in the Freedom City setting for the Mutants & Masterminds 2nd Edition role-playing game.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Superhero Site 1141
599.2025000333370
32Ansalon - Dragonlance MUD, free text RPG since 1996
Welcome to Ansalon, a MUD that's been around for a long time. It is simply one of the oldest DragonLance Multi-User Dungeon's in existence. It has the good fortune to be the pet project of some very dedicated folks who simply want to share their love of DragonLance and roleplay with others. If you have any comments or questions, feel free to drop in at Ansalonmud.com. We'd love to hear from you. This one has spawned many other games over the years, come and see why today.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Ancient Site 9621
588.7740000855080
33General Starlight's Fantasy Roleplaying Game Page
Sage Advice Summarizing over 20 Years Of Gaming Experience. Read Many Articles About Roleplaying, AD&D, Or Gaming In General. Find Information, Rulings, Tips, and Ideas For Your Own Game.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Dungeons_and_Dragons Site 5240
582.6835000505699
34Abandoned Realms
A vast, detailed world of swords and sorcery, with quests and depth to gameplay. Roleplaying is enforced, playerkilling is encouraged. 100% free of charge.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Pkill Site 597
561.72650002461333
35Mystic Station Designs, LLC
Mysitc Station Designs, LLC; Your Adventures Begins Here! The Game Master's Resource. Distributors of BITS TRAVELLER, Distributor and Publishers of WyrmWork Maps, Chivalry & Sorcery Products, The Game Master Utilities Series, The Book of Encounters and many more resources for the Game Master of any Genre and system.
From People_and_Places/Designers_and_Publishers Site 6617
543.3965000415048
363e House Rules
3e House Rules. Read and/or Submit House Rules for the 3e PHB or DMG.
From Resources/GM_Guides_and_Toolkits/House_Rules_and_Advice Site 6012
531.6105000514646
37Fantasy Fan
Portal for all fans of Fantasy - readers, gamers or writers. Read fantasy news, book&game reviews, stories, fanfiction, book fragments, solve quizes and join our community on Fantasy Forum!
From Art_and_Fiction/Literature Site 10761
524.74450001392823
38Infinite Quest the Game
Free fantasy RPG boardgame. Newly created gamingsystem and world. Downloadsections with accessories, adventures and such. Rules not too difficult, lots of fun. Great game for starting RPG players and Gamesmasters. We have expanded our site with an open discussion Forum, open for ALL systems. Register today and join the Infinite Quest community.
From Systems/Independent-Homebrew/Fantasy Site 7493
513.4385000474329
394Dimensions - Where Four Worlds Collide
Created in 1997, 4D offers you over 60000 original rooms set in one of our 4 Dimensions: Prehistoric, Medieval, Future and Old West. Each filled with tons of built-in quests and other challenges. Those who prefer h&s can keep remorting and grow stronger and stronger. Even RP'ers can collect their own Points, for which in return they get pretitle and other things. And while 4D offers lots of features that many pay-to-play Muds don't have, we are and will always be free to play.
From Internet_Play/MUDs Site 2312
508.2900000248222
40Swors Honor: Another Era
Swords Honor is a high fantasy Play by Post RPG. We feature magic, wars, and even friendly sagas. Currently we have 33 classes, both member made and original. There is also 18 races. Although you are not limited to what is currently provided, members and staff are constantly adding to the list and possibilities. So join us today and join in the fun
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 7704
506.27900001462207
41Ages of Despair MUD
Ages of Despair is a medieval fantasy MUD (Multi-User Dungeon). As you journey through this site you will be able to learn a bit about AoD and the shape and design of the world we are creating. AoD has been in development since early 1998. We have strived to create a unique medieval-fantasy world powered by the imaginations of our experienced administration and talented coders.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Ancient Site 3434
505.0100000524065
42Mystery and Magic Free Form Roleplaying
Role-playing, roleplaying, rpg, freeform, free form, science fiction role play, medieval role play, scifi, roleplaying, rpg, game, science fiction,.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 4690
500.1530000943131
43Exodus Night
Exodus Night a medieval role-play game featuring the best of both worlds a bit of free form rp and dice combined. Original animated book on site based on the world story line listed under "Lost Tome of Exodus." An Irc game with many events and quests. Text based game based on superior role-play, located on irc.SarkyArts.com port 6667.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Chat/Genre_-_Fantasy Site 8231
489.67700001072777
44Cantr II
A textbased and webbased simulation, which tries to create a real life society in a virtual world. The society, with all its institutions, will be created, by and through the players. Politics, economy, etc. will be reinvented.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Graphical_MUDs Site 6811
483.5750000344044
45DragonStone
DragonStone medieval based mud, choose from one of 16 races and 14 classes, or multiclass if you desire. We have 4 Major cities and 9000 rooms and growing.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Recent Site 2034
481.1260000493772
46Crossroads MUSH
Crossroads. A land of possibilities, set on an island in the middle of a ring of islands, each separated by magic from the other, with Crossroads the port in between. Legend tells of a time before Crossroads existed, when the Lord of the Abyss ruled the land and the seas and the people were naught but slaves to its will.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Recent Site 1656
479.5770000196797
47Alcarin.com, World of Fantasy
Roleplaying and fantasy resources, ranging from prestige classes, monsters and RPG quests (mainly Dungeons & Dragons) to general fantasy stories, poetry, artwork, CRPG mods and cheats, articles and online gaming.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Dungeons_and_Dragons Site 6420
472.1860000333806
48Star Army of Yamatai
Star Army, running since 2000, features an original sci-fi setting created by its members through a mix of play-by-post and chat-based roleplaying and characterized by armed, flirty cat-eared girls and sleek, powerful starships and power armor. Various factions compete for dominance as they emerge from the shadow of the Yamatai Star Empire. War is never far away. You must be at least sixteen to play and participate in this community.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Science_Fiction/Space-Based Site 10546
471.5180000180856
49Menagerie, The
It is, quite simply, a free, forum based role playing experience. There is no class restrictions, no skills restrictions, no any restrictions - other than you being committed to good role playing. You will find characters from anywhere and everywhere. Any game of established role playing system. Something you made up. Something you make up as you go along. It's all you buddy.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Supernatural Site 2610
466.7000000204254
50Adventures In RPG Land
A place for adventures where heroes are made. A world named Rydia where paladin battle mage and shapeshifters walk the mountain halls. Come join in the many adventures in this game created by the manager. Friendly and eager is the staff of this site, ready to help whenever it is needed. Dragonball Z/GT, Dragonlance, Forgotten Realms, Dungeons & Dragons, Mage and more. join the adventures in rpg land where the only limits and rules are the ones your imagination sets.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 10155
465.9015000503323
51The World of Farland
Farland is a world that has been conquered by evil. It has been sundered into seven kingdoms, each ruled by an evil lord who personifies one of the seven deadly sins. These beings, called the Seven Deadly Lords or the Lords of Sin, hold the land in a dark grasp. It is an evil place but take heart, for not all is lost-- light glimmers in the west.
From Resources/Locations_and_Settings/Created_Worlds/Dungeons_and_Dragons Site 6940
457.98250001271621
52Iron Crown Enterprises
Visit the Iron Crown Enterprises Official Homepage for ICE News, Free Downloads, Fan Fiction & Art, The Official ICE Online Forums and much more! Founded in 1980 and still going strong, ICE's current game lines includes Rolemaster Fantasy Role Playing, High Adventure Role Playing, Spacemaster Science Fiction RPG, Shadow World RPG, Cyberspace Science Fiction RPG and Silent Death table-top miniatures game. Also check out our official High Adventure Role Playing site at www.HARPHQ.com!
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/ICE_Games Site 6831
455.8965000593002
53Age of Intrigue
1675 London. Court of the 'Merry Monarch', Charles II. While on the surface Whitehall Palace sparkles in grandeur and opulence, and the age of science and art flourish -- courtiers scheme, fall pray to libertine vices and moral decay, while clamoring to gain power at court. This is a mature, moderated, play-by-post game of palace politics.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Historical Site 1965
446.7220000149958
54Prodigy City Of Supers ~ FreeForm Superhero RPG ~ play-by-post
Ever wanted to solve crimes like Batman, battle robotic supervillains like Superman, or plot world domination like Apocalypse? Well now's your chance! Almost any character class can be played in this superwide superhero game!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Superhero Site 11182
437.1550000941865
55Arda
The sleepy world awakens. A land of fantasy and adventure comes into being during a trying time of spreading evil. An active, free-form RPG forum inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien with friendly staff and community, extensive shops, RP lands, and features.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Cannon_-_Pre-history Site 1773
435.99050001341041
56Marvel Heroes Classic Roleplaying Game - Marvel RPG
An almost-complete MSH RPG resource, containing pretty much everything you ever needed or wanted to know. We have a plethora of gaming material for a Classic Marvel campaign including a heap of character profiles, custom rules, a lively message board, links, and much, much more.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Marvel_Super_Heroes Site 3077
434.6835000243913
57Vast Empire, The
The Vast Empire is a Star Wars role playing organization that is set after the Thrawn era. We have a lot of very experienced gamers and have been around since 1998! If you are into role playing and would like access to your very own virtual bank account, our virtual store, stock market, benefits, Jedi dental care, etc; Join Today! We take role playing to the next level!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Science_Fiction/Space-Based Site 1813
426.3410000137895
58ZombieMUD
Medieval Fantasy in theme, ZombieMUD provides a true challenge to even the most seasoned of mudders while still being completely accessable to those who have never tried a mud before. Begun in 1994, you will find over 100 players on-line at any given time of the day. Check out the newbie help files on our webpages and join us in the frey!
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Ancient Site 407
418.2050000751868
59Morlevan Weyr
Not your average fandom Weyr, Morlevan is set in the alternate Sixth Interval - no Thread. We are an Approved Dragonriders of Pern (R) storyline where AIVAS does not exist. Tragedy, love, lust, arrogance, dishonesty, and more combined with outstanding writers make Morlevan a fascinating storyline. Our talented group of players writes for healers, harpers, holders, weyrfolk and, of course, dragonriders! Good writing is expected and Anne's rules are strictly enforced.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Email/Pern Site 3343
417.6475000542273
60Legends of Karinth: Prophecy of Chaos
A mysterious land, its location a puzzle yet to be solved - Karinth is inhabited by a curious mixture of races scattered across three major continents and three island nations. Player characters discover its hidden mysteries and challenges, following the routes taken by other explorers yanked from the known Earth to its shores by strange events known as Chaos Storms. Your challenge. to Live within the Legend.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Roleplaying Site 157
413.1675000831718
61Accursed Lands
Accursed Lands is a free, volunteer-administered MUD that has been online for more than eight years. AL's theme could best be described as light gothic-horror set in a low-fantasy post-apocalyptic world with a level of technology akin to northern Europe's dark ages. AL is a levelless, classless LPMUD that is continually expanding and improving and is crafted with an attention to detail that aims to produce a high degree of suspension of disbelief.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Roleplaying Site 1332
412.5215000911431
62Secret Havens - World of Warcraft Resource Center
Secret Havens is your complete source for World of Warcraft & The Burning Crusade. We offer the latest news, large galleries featuring maps, mounts and high quality wallpapers and more. We have helpful guides, quest guides, strategies, and community forums dedicated to all things World of Warcraft. We also feature many active PbP roleplays, customizable blogs, and personal photo albums. Come join the fun!
From Software/Computer_Games/Internet_Games Site 11479
411.7980000572875
63Mage: The Ascension
Magick is not dead. Open your eye and see with magick sight. A war rages, a reckoning is at hand. On one side stand the Others, who would twist our world with their mad designs; On the other hand, the snare of Pride and power's lure await an inner fall. Is our Path too narrow? You decide. Come forth, a journey beckons. Open your eyes and Awaken.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/World_of_Darkness/Mage_The_Ascension Site 8401
408.4860000472239
64God Wars II
God Wars II is a free online multiplayer game (MUD) set in a fictional dark-fantasy universe. Players take on the role of the Supernaturalis - supernatural beings of godlike power - in their eternal struggle for domination. The game encourages strategy and tactics over mindless combat. Original combat and a focus on playerkilling (PK) test player skill in terms of pre-battle preparation and on-the-spot reflexes, as well as the ability to adapt quickly to new situations.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Recent Site 114
404.7210000891406
65Fairburnes Glory
A growing site run by Dungeons and Dragons enthusiasts. If you fancy playing D&D via PBMB. Please take the time to visit us, all are welcome.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 2415
404.2485000138326
66Finding Serenity
A Firefly/Serenity RP forum. Join one of our ships and take a trip through the Whedonverse, as seen through our eyes.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Science_Fiction/Space-Based Site 508
403.8870000125657
67Brennor's RPG Corner
Brennor's RPG Corner is a PbP site that hosts over two dozen active games run by a dozen different GMs. The games range from the new World of Darkness, to Star Wars, to Eberron, to several complex and well thought out homebrew worlds, to Legend of the Five Rings to Shadowrun. They host online character sheets, an IRC Chat for easy communication with admins, GMs, and dice rollers. This is one of the most open, friendly and active sites out there with over 450 total members!
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 10447
400.4350000134380
68Groovy Gamers!
Home to the grooviest role-players on the interweb. This tight-knit online community specializes in role-playing discussion and play-by-post games for all systems: Mutants & Masterminds, Star Wars d20, and Warhammer are but a few examples.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 8136
397.1445000751449
69RuneQuest ZA (.orc)
The new home of Tony & Garyth's Rune Quest. A resource for Rune Quest. New creatures, occupations, rules, adventures and short stories. A forum for registered users and details of the ever growing campaign world of Gaia, including maps, histories, campaign journals and deities.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/RuneQuest Site 6634
395.3090000422084
70Aecyr Grene Campaign Setting for HARP
Aecyr Grene is a Medieval Fantasy setting with a Low level of Magic, and is strongly Humanocentric. Current campaign is fairly local in scope - at present it is focused on the actions of a party associated with on of the smaller feudal knights on the northern border of the Kingdom of Coryn.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/ICE_Games/HARP Site 10865
395.2155000342225
71ICE Roleplaying WebRing Home Page
This site contains the information needed to join the ICE Roleplaying WebRing as well as lots of additional Information and Resources for Rolemaster, Spacemaster, HARP, Silent Death and other games from Iron Crown Enterprises.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/ICE_Games Site 10158
394.6910000602123
72RPG Forums Online
A roleplay forum and community for all things RPG, fantasy, anime and MUD related, including ability to play RPGs online and downloads.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 11014
387.8905000471829
73TempusMUD
Tempusmud is a free, online, multiplayer roleplaying game.
From Internet_Play/MUDs/by_Age_-_Ancient Site 4322
383.6280000292420
74Mixing Race And Culture In Third Edition D&D
Complete Guide showing what to do when your PC grew up in a culture that doesn't necessarily match their race - i.e. elves growing up in human cultures, dwarves raised in halfling communities, etc. Mix and Match race and culture while maintaining game balance.
From Resources/FAQs_and_Guides Site 9641
370.7190000501416
75Ring Of Australian RoleplayING (ROARING)
A web ring of sites about Roleplaying within Australia. This includes sites for roleplaying conventions, clubs, large campaigns and sites with resources for Australian roleplayers.
From People_and_Places/Gaming_Groups/Australia_and_South_Pacific Site 6119
370.0690000471878
76World of Storm and Fury
World of Storm and Fury is an online play-by post freeform roleplaying game, set on a fictitious large continent called Oortesia. Though this world includes humans, elves and halflings, the setting is late medieval, with technology up to Earth of 1799 allowed--except no firearms or gunpowder weapons, and magic does work, though it is expected to be quite difficult to use.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 221
365.494000074832
77Star Trek : Freedom
These are dark times, unpredictable times. There are new areas of space to explore and a quasi-civil war to fight with elements of their very own forces. This is the first of many battlegrounds for the future of the Federation. Only the willful will succeed, only the strong will survive.
From Systems/by_Setting/Star_Trek Site 11299
356.6310000361415
78Althanas
Althanas is a forum dedicated to fantasy role-play in the form of a creative writing workshop. Create any character type you can imagine! Our community includes a small chat area and a place to discuss your creative endeavors as well, though the focus lies on role-playing and, more importantly, having fun!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 1574
355.4670000521174
79Thar Shaddin
Thar Shaddin takes place on a pseudo modern world named Pal Tahrenor (or "our planet") where technology is primitive and has been superceded by the practice of magic. Thar Shaddin is a small, semi autonomous state consisting of the small city of Marn and the even smaller town of Shim. It is a dreary, isolated little place on a world worth hiding from; where magic is outlawed and the military rules.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Modern Site 11383
354.4155000421259
80AD&D Chat
Ad&D Chat is a message board for discussion, resources, and information for both AD&D and D&D 2nd Edition.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Dungeons_and_Dragons/2nd_Edition Site 167
353.613000068728
81Prior Incantato - A Marauders Era RPG
Prior Incantato is a Harry Potter Role-Playing Game with a focus on what is perhaps the bleakest period of wizarding history; The Marauders Era, as well as the Rise of Voldemort. The site had been active for more than a year with a strong base of experienced players. The board is strictly canon, although original characters are always welcome. We’re a diverse lot of friendly RP’ers who welcome new faces. Feel free to come and take a peek into our community, we’ll love to see you there!
From Systems/by_Setting/Harry_Potter Site 1021
351.946000093239
82New Mutant Academy
New Mutants Academy is a free PbP, RPG set in the X-men Multiverse. Play your favorite canon, or create an original character! Great people, great fun! Joing today
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Superhero Site 1142
350.204000055915
83Amtgard - Chapter of Stormhaven
An Amtgard Chapters in the Pacific Northwest. Located in Spokane, Washington. Stormhaven is working diligently towards are goal of become a Kingdom. Come join us and revel in the excitement that is Amtgard, in The Grand Duchy of Stormhaven. Live Action Fantasy Combat larp.
From Live_Action/Genre_-_Fantasy Site 11381
347.2885000241470
84Roleplay Market
A better way to play RPGs online. Maps and images are at your fingertips; Players can post in character; Dice rolls can be added in standard notation; Messages can be displayed only to the GM or specific players. These features and more give your game an edge. Best of all, you can host your game on RoleplayMarket for free! There are no hosting fees or pay-to-play fees.
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 1230
344.4620000321469
85Charmed: Age of Prophecy
In a world where evil threatens to dominate mankind, three sister witches use their magical gifts to ward off the demonic hordes. Born from a legacy of powerful Warren witches, they must use their abilities to protect the innocent. These women are known as the Charmed Ones. Come and join their world as you choose between good and evil and discover a whole new world of magic, friendship, love, betrayal and much, much more!
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Gothic/Modern Site 10898
343.8885000331221
86The World of Vinifera
The official site of Vinifera, a 3rd edition Dungeons & Dragons world. Includes world info, prestige classes, artifacts and magical items, short stories, links, and downloads such as character sheets.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Dungeons_and_Dragons Site 1119
341.8765000241416
87Shadow Warriors Role-Playing Club
We meet from 2pm every Sunday & every 3rd Saturday at Northfields Community Centre, Northfields, West London. W13 9SS. Your first 2 visits are free, so you can get a feel for the club, the games & the players/GMs. We play campaign length RPGs & are always looking for new players & GMs. We host Tim Eccles’ Warhammer Fantasy Role Play (WFRP) campaign, A Private War & Ben Counter’s Cthulhu. In addition we play board games, run a Formula De tournament & play HeroClix & Crimson Skies, but no CCGs.
From People_and_Places/Gaming_Groups/Europe Site 9172
340.8290000431054
88Kingdoms of Telgard
Come visit this world of High Fantasy! With five Kingdoms and eight Races, the Kingdoms of Telgard are growing constantly! A play by post fantasy realm. Explore a detailed, fully developed world of fantasy where YOU help define the history of Telgard. Cooperative storytelling at its best since the year 2001! Voted top RPG at RPGTopSites.com six months in a row.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 2757
339.6090000291256
89Forgotten Kingdoms
It is a great game based on the world and novels of Forgotten Realms. It boast many interesting players and nice imms who hold events commonly. Very newbie friendly! I say this as one of the fans and players of this great game. Nezloren
From Internet_Play/MUDs/Roleplaying Site 1213
337.157500050830
90ShadowRun Online
Elves, Trolls, Orcs, and Dwarves the future is now. The governments have fallen, and in a lot of areas corporations rule. Shadowrunners are the illegal, but useful contract employees for who ever pays most.
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Shadowrun Site 283
326.3940000231073
91Star Trek : Infinity
We thought we were safe. We were wrong. 2380 is a precarious age; Three years after the return of the USS Voyager and with no major conflicts since the end of the Dominion War at a glance the universe seems to be cooperating and working within agreed peace treaties and trade agreements. The USS Relentless and the USS Horizon are spearheading new exploration, making allies (and enemies) as they go.
From Systems/by_Setting/Star_Trek Site 1097
325.2690000231050
92Unicorn's Visions
A world of fantasy, magic and dark mysteries. Fantastic creatures only limited by the imagination (good of heart or with evil intent), all find a reason to stay and a goal to pursue. This community of all ages and nationalities welcomes any creature you can think of, except humans. Many storylines and plots have evolved and deepened the setting of Deep Forest forever, and we continue the unbroken story of Deep Forest. RP, draw, write or make comics, it's all here to satiate your creativity.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Furry Site 881
323.266000042745
93Doom Lounge Project, The
Doomlounge.org is a non-profit gathering of writers, honing their skills in a fantasy colonial setting. Unlike average roleplaying games or a play-by-email, these pages are dedicated to those who wish to become better quality writers in an atmosphere of caring, constructive criticism. To say we are character-driven is probably an understatement! We have over 700 stories, since our beginning in 2003. We're always looking to share our stories and for quality writers to contribute to the world.
From Art_and_Fiction/Literature/Short_Stories/Interactive_Fiction Site 1340
320.134000041680
94Nine Worlds: A Collaborative Story-Telling Universe, The
Centering on collaborative story-telling via forums; The Nine Worlds offers expanding scenarios in high fantasy, post-apocalyptic, and steam punk. Join a closely knit community and help build a new universe.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_High_Fantasy/Medieval Site 2541
318.65000006573
95UnlimitedRPGs.com Message Board Roleplaying
Now under new management! We will celebrate our fourth year of operation in 2007, and we're looking to grow. We are a tight-knit community focused on offering our players high quality, long-running 3.5 D&D Forgotten Realms games, as well as d20 Modern and others. We are always welcoming new players and new DMs. Come check us out!
From Internet_Play/Online_Playing_Facilities Site 11136
317.322500027984
96AzerethMUD
Azereth is an endlessly growing mud with many special features like a 100 level system with endless remorts, Many races to choose from along with advanced racial wear spots and racial spells and skills, gambling, unique leveling weapons with class and remort capabilities, pet familiars, fishing, romance, a large world that will only expand, and much much more! Come and enjoy yourself.
From Internet_Play/MUDs Site 979
317.191500061214
97of Dice and Dragons
Role-playing news, tips and advice that players and GMs can use to improve their game.
From Resources/GM_Guides_and_Toolkits/House_Rules_and_Advice Site 983
311.823000031623
98Lyran Tal Press
An online free-form role-playing game in an original, high fantasy world setting. Play is freeform text-based, with both live (AIM) chat and posted stories in dynamic, interactive storylines. Gaming is dependent upon cooperation and respect. Extensive development of setting, including magic, geography, society, and races.
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Chat/Genre_-_High_Fantasy Site 1784
302.328500047247
99Iron Templars Company
The Iron Templars are a Questing Knight company in a campaign set in the Fading Suns universe, using the Millenium's End game system. This multi-page site has our PC roster, campaign logs(s), humor, and a growing collection of short stories written by the GM and players, and based on the personalities and events in our campaign (over two dozen so far!). Come on in and enjoy!
From Systems/Pen_and_Paper/Fading_Suns Site 9324
300.446000015977
100Islands of Elements
In the beginning, it was a game of mischief and folklore. Then came the brush of war, which trailed a crimson taint in its wake. It left the world in ruin, and frayed the threads of Fate. Now, the Gods put their final pieces into place, and even the almighty creators can only hope to surpass this plague. You are the painter, and this world is your empty canvas. Will you paint a picture of good or evil? Join us. ((For mature and experienced roleplayers/writers only.)) [Steampunk]
From Internet_Play/Play_by_Post/Genre_-_Science_Fiction/Alternate_Earth Site 8584
299.651500014778

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