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Discover the cozy charm of Riverbrook Inn. Enjoy a night of warm fires, ale, and stories that capture the spirit of Hailgalad.
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[Play Chespel] Maps, maps, and more maps! Chespel’s battlefields have leveled up. This installment is a breakdown of each of the 10 maps and how they add strategic wrinkles to the game. All maps are created through the platform Inkarnate, which is where I have made all my maps for Hailgalad! Fields of Aeros These…
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Play Chespel Step 1: Choose a Faction Deck If you are playing casual mode, players will either have a random faction or they will pick 1 of 10 factions. Each faction contains 1 General, 1 Lieutenant, 1 Artillery, 5 Distinct Units, 6 Action Cards, and 6 Equipment Cards. In ranked mode, players will assemble their…
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In the midst of a catastrophic accident, Kieran discovers he has superpowers, but only when he listens to music.
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New Faction: Sarisa Take command of Solari, a Sarisan Warlord’s troops, and head to the battlefield. This versatile faction introduces a brand-new unit type: ranged cavalry. These nomadic troops bring a whole new array of cards you can use to build your ranked deck and fight on the battlefield. New Battlefield Maps and Terrain-Specific Features…
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The White Mountains loom across the northern part of the continent. Their icy peaks stare down at the lowlands where Hailgalad, Valeria, and other kingdoms call home. This frozen tundra is a perilous land where few can thrive. Its inhabitants are generally referred to as the Northfolk who have been discussed in another article. This…
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Chespel has been through more updates, and it is time to talk about them! I have had a blast playing games and testing various additions. This version is becoming closer to what I have envisioned from the beginning, but it is not done yet! Chespel.com Cosmetic Updates The first changes I wanted to discuss are…
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Learn about the magic of Hailgalad. How it works, who can use it, and how is changes in different parts of the world.
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Greetings! It is time for a break from world building and to provide another update for my game: Chespel. Multiple substantive and cosmetic updates have been made, and many people have played and given feedback! A big thank you to everyone who has already played. If you haven’t yet, please consider checking it out here.…
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The Royal Academy of Arnorad can be found downstream of the bustling capital, Hailgrad. Nestled amongst the rolling hills and hamlets of herdsmen, this place of learning has carried on for generations. Arnorad is on top of a hill surrounded by old wooden walls. Inside, there is a courtyard used to train students in weaponry.…
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Author Update Hello! I am going to start this newsletter and post a bit differently than I usually do. I wanted to start off by thanking anyone and everyone who has supported me by purchasing my book. I am grateful for all the support I have received and am excited to bring more stories to…
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The northfolk is a term used to describe a broad group of people who call the White Mountains and surrounding lands home. They are an ancient people who are thought to draw their roots from the first humans. Ancient ruins buried in the ice from thousands of years past mark their history long before the…
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The Golden Empire, the Neverending Reign, are just two of the many self-proclaimed names of these people. Vaelor is the grand empire of the known world. At their height, they commanded the entire continent. Now, it still holds the largest mass of land as its principal holdings while maintaining influence from coast to coast. The…
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Learn the history of Hailgalad’s military anthem, the Riders in the Fields of Grass, and its role in inspiring soldiers.
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Discover the diverse peoples who inhabit The Known World. It is a rich fantasy realm divided among many kingdoms. From the fiery Ashland Kindred who dwell in the glowing Ashshadow Rainforest, to the industrious Kaboutians of the mountains, each race brings a unique culture, magic, and history to this living world. Explore the ancient Northfolk…
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The Defenders of Sol are an intrepid group of hunters that reside in Hailgalad. Their leader is Graham, an old mage and former member of the White Hand. Maeve and Desmond are paladin siblings who Graham recruited. They were orphans that served an elite military group in the royal army of Hailgalad. One day, Graham…
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Journey to Kaboutia, a southern kingdom rich in mountains, myths, and legends that shape the lands beyond Hailgalad.
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Learn the history of Hailgalad’s military anthem, the Riders in the Fields of Grass, and its role in inspiring soldiers.
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Explore Javailty, Hailgalad’s cultural heart, full of art, tradition, and stories that define the kingdom’s identity.
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Visit Frostwatch, Hailgalad’s northernmost town on the edge of the White Mountains, where adventure and danger meet.
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