The world of Saxum

The following information is about the world in which Wyld West is set. It can be used to inspire you during character creation, helping you to develop an understanding of the world your character inhabits. It may also assist you in deciding how your character will act in-game.

The information here is considered common knowledge, meaning that any new character may know as much or as little of it as they choose. This knowledge is widespread across the world and forms the foundation of what most characters would have grown up with.

Details about specific event plots or skills a character does not possess should be learned during the game. The only exception to this rule is newspapers—anything printed in an in-character (IC) newspaper, whether read inside or outside of an event, is considered common knowledge.

Using information or items from a previous character for a new character is considered cheating and should not happen under any circumstances.

Saxum is a vast landmass comprising three great states—Goldrock, Tamarillo, and Wheatstan—as well as the capital city-state of Fortune City. Each of these has its own distinct culture, and so too do The Wanderers, who live outside these established societies.

The cultures of Saxum are rich and diverse, full of subcultures and traditions too detailed to list in full. However, they can be broadly summarised as follows: