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Originally Posted by Strider Dowding  Great
Is the new version going to have a new back story, meaning should I spend time reading something thats going to be outdated. The reason I press this point is that I usally have detailed background on a PC and would not like to find it not needed. Would a poorly done one suffice today? |
The new game is going to build upon all existing lore and backstory that we have right now. I will say that we are overdue for an update to the player's handbook, which includes a lot of expanded/updated/corrected lore and history. While some changes will be significant and others will be minor, the overall picture will remain the same.
Over the past year (give or take), we've been striving to divorce ourselves from Forgotten Realms lore and content as much as possible in preparation for the new game. As a result, the Layonara setting is quite unique. Many of these changes are already in effect. Many are not. Any inconsistencies due to the changes which are in effect can get cleared up when you submit your character. The Character Approvers are there, in part, to help you through issues like these as long as you can remain somewhat flexible.
The only thing I cannot guarantee at this time is the possibility of transferring characters to the new game. While the character itself may not continue, the background knowledge will remain and there will be no wasted effort in learning the world's lore and history if you plan on continuing.