Kemet
A 5e setting born from raw planar essence.
A world forged from celestial stardust.
For countless ages, a colossal being made of astral energy traversed the void between worlds. As its time in the cosmos came to an end, it collapsed all of its mass and essence into a single point to create a new planet. From that sacrifice, our world of Kemet bloomed.
The Unbound Arcane
In Kemet, magic blankets the atmosphere, flowing through everyone and everything. Spellcasters don’t just study ancient magic, they navigate active currents of ambient cosmic energy. This raw, ethereal power charges the very air of the planet, waiting for those with the focus to channel it.
The Wild Frontiers
Beyond the protection of bustling cities lies a world of unpredictable wonder. Pockets of raw, ancient energy still bubble up to the surface, completely altering the local terrain. These untamed wilds create shifting magical phenomena, volatile elemental environments, and unique regional dangers ripe for player exploration.
Voices of the Realm
Travel the roads of Kemet and you will realize the people live in the shadow of forces they do not understand. In every tavern, you’ll catch hushed whispers of individuals gifted with an innate attunement to the arcane. To some, these practitioners are a modern marvel, but to others, they’re a threat to be feared.
The Archives
The Atlas
Explore the sovereign nations, complete with their regional powers, and the local history which has shaped the current map of Kemet.
The World Primer
A player-safe guide to the present age: covering ambient cosmic anomalies, the reality of magic, and the timeline of the realm.
The Factions
Meet the powerful guilds, arcana academies, and political organizations vying for control over the world’s residual energy.
The Forces
Uncover the cosmic phenomena, religious interpretations, and philosophies guiding the diverse cultures of the modern era.