The World of Vala Tabletop Role-Playing Podcast
The World of Vala: Ties that Bind
Welcome to a new saga within The World of Vala. A new magical adventure awaits as we follow a group of students at the Arcanum, The College of Druids. Watch as these students try to find themselves within a changed World of Vala as they try to balance school life, relationships, and of course adventure.
Main Cast
Xiomaris Umbra
After being banished there as a child, Xiomaris grew up in the lawless expanse of the Badlands. Shaped into the person he is today by the constant fight for survival against the dangers of the void and the unique sense of community among the Badlands' protectors. He was drawn to the Arcanum wondering if it was possible to coexist with the void the way one could with spirits. This question drove him to seek out the Arcanum. It's dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and political neutrality made it the perfect place to dabble in magic of the void without attracting unwanted attention.
Vera Samoon-Atlas
Vera is a runaway royal from the Land of Luloba. She has always dreamt of life outside her family's influence and has finally made that dream a reality. Her whole life she was seen as the black sheep of the Samoon-Atlas line, her interests unbecoming of a princess. She was consistently being bested by her older sibling, much to her grandmother, the queen, disappointment. Having enough, Vera decides it is best if she cuts ties with her family and goes to a place where she can pursue her passions and cultivate her talents.
Ivan Folgore
The young prince of Kirin, Ivan, is someone who is prideful, calm, and typically stoic. He uses logic and sound reasoning to solve his problems. However, he can be sarcastic and snarky too, a side to him that many have yet to see except for his trusted horse companion, Alexandrite. Trained by the royal militia from a young age, he hones his skills of combat and agility. Despite growing up as royalty, he leads a very sheltered life. His mother, the Queen, does everything she can to protect Ivan from the outside world, including secrets of his own family. Ivan seeks to explore the world, and start solving the mystery of his true heritage.
Ruko Rovka
Ruko Rovka is a pirate from the independent nation of Verdun, he grew up on several ships and quickly developed an affinity for pirating. After a misguided attempt to steal from his former captain Ruko’s left arm was cut off as punishment and he has since replaced the appendage with magitech. Currently Ruko is attending the Druidic Academy of Alexandria while on the run from the nation of Verdun after a violent encounter with a pirate lord. Before leaving the pirate lord’s ship Ruko discovered the Tyranny Box, an artifact with an ancient spirit inside that is intent on bonding with Ruko. Captain Rovka spends his days trying to sharpen his skills with Magitech to enhance his prosthetics, as well as deepen his understanding of the Tyranny Box and the mysteries within.