Athas: Dark Sun

On the desert world of Athas, thousands of years of corruption magic has left almost the whole planet barren and scorched. Tempetures can reach 150° Fahrenheit, water is rare and valuable, and almost no metal exists on the entire planet, other than for meteors. To generate Mana, magic users must take energy from the few remaining plants and animals left, further destroying and ruining the already barren earth. No one can use magic without causing damage to the planet or themselves. The Wizards that use the planets life force without care are called 'Defilers'. Another sect of magic use is in 'The Way' a form of psychic abilities called 'Psionics' that can be unlocked by anyone with enough meditation. However, these abilities are well know and not rarely at all. with laws in place to restrict its use. Both of these warrant death if used inside city states. The worst of the defilers and most powerful in The Way are near god-like Sorcerer Kings that rule over their City-States without mercy, behind their impenetrable walls. Inside these walls, religious zealots, slavers, and corrupt nobles, each enforce their respected Kings ideals by erecting massive monuments, having gladiator matches and sacrifices, and enslaving more of the outlanders that call the desert wasteland home. The highest ranking members of the Sorcerer Kings legions are called 'Templars' and are given the ability to use the Kings magic, such as a paladin would call upon their patron God to use their magic powers in other games. There are many races and classes to choose from. Inspired by dark sun dnd world.