Once a Technocratic Initiative or experiment, Crystal Ball has become so much more in a world that is not as it once was.

Originally meant to be a test program to see if the Union could work together with diverse agents of the supernatural world, without having… civilized them by Union standards, it has taken on a life on it’s own, with the bulk of the original Union members assigned to the Initiative breaking off to form the Crystal Order, a technocratic based group of mages seeking the restoration of the Balance.

The Crystal Order, along with its allies, now have to work to save humanity in a world that was almost destroyed on Halloween 2028.

Important Information

 

It is very important that those wishing to play are aware of this information. No matter where their character is going to originate from, unless of course they’ve spent the last 5 or so years underground away from everything or were in a coma for about that length of time. In short this is widely known information.

 

  • In this Chronicle, in New York City and the rest of the world, the Supernatural is not hidden, it is recognized and accepted by most people, living side by side with normal humans. It helps that the supernatural doesn’t flaunt their abilities but uses them for the betterment of all.
  • On Oct 31, 2028 two large asteroids and  a micro singularity nearly destroyed the world. One asteroid mostly slammed into New Persia, Iraq/Iran, wiping out a large part of the Middle East, while other pieces of the asteroid and parts of its buddy slammed into other parts of the world. The micro singularity tried to seriously relocate the planet, but thanks to great sacrifice among the mages that was kept to a minimum.
  • A good portion of the world population retreated to underground long stay shelters that are more like scifi underground cities, while on the surface the atmosphere recovers from being nearly ripped away, and the planet resettles itself.
  • There has been many advancements and improvements to the world. The world no longer relies on petroleum, nuclear power, or coal. Battery technology has improved for rechargeable batteries, making it safer and more efficient. Vat grown meats help supplement the world’s meat supply and lessen the need for larger and larger numbers of cows, pigs, and chickens.
  • The floating islands survived the shake up and with the inclusion of a force dome can still be inhabited safely.

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Latest News

A call to Arms! 3-6-2029

Texts went out to people’s phones, tablets, computers today, with the messages being broadcast on the few local radio and tv stations and streaming media. Calling for those who love nature to lend a hand. Read more…

End of the World?

The Crystal Tower in New York City is surrounded by protesters today after news got out about a world ending event approaching. A Crystal Order insider told press yesterday about a predicted end of the Read more…

New Persia Expands Borders 10-5-2028

Monday morning saw the sudden unexpected expansion of New Persia’s borders as several countries announce a non-violent surrendering to New Persia. Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, India, the greater bulk of China (Tibet, Mongolia, Taiwan, and strangely Hong Read more…

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