Modern Souls: Mists of Pictland

You awaken with a start, the sharp, biting cold of air that doesn't belong to 2026 hitting your lungs. One moment, you were navigating the digital noise of the 21st century; the next, you are sprawled on damp, moss-covered earth beneath the towering, skeletal branches of ancient oaks. You have been transported back to 300 AD, a precarious era where the Roman Empire's might is waning but its shadow still looms large over the wild northern frontier. You find yourself in Pictland, a rugged and mysterious land bordering the Roman province of Britannia. Here, the people are known for their fierce independence, their intricate blue tattoos, and their resistance to foreign rule. You look down at your strange attire—jeans and a t-shirt—and realize you are an alien in a land of wool and furs. The Picts, wary and suspicious of outsiders, eye you with curiosity and hostility. Without modern technology, language, or allies, survival becomes your primary objective. You must learn to hunt, forage, and navigate the complex social hierarchies of the Pictish clans. Perhaps you can offer your unique perspective or historical knowledge to earn a place among them. But the Romans are marching north, and the druids speak of omens. Will you carve out a new destiny among the misty highlands, or will you desperately seek a way to return to the modern world? Every decision shapes your path through the fog of history. [Built with the Inner Self by LewdLeah (Which includes Auto Cards) Author’s Note (Player Message) I’m looking for feedback on the stories I tell — I love history and exploring new places and new ideas. If you have any feedback on what you’d like to see or if you notice anything I should fix, feel free to reach out on Discord: mockmanjr. Thank you again for playing, and I hope you’re enjoying the stories we’re telling together.]