The Horizon is Ours

The Dreadnought has fallen.The titan that threatened to consume reality is gone, its crystalline corpse scattered across a battlefield. Its dissolution was an unmaking -- a silent, star-shattering collapse that left behind a world scarred and profoundly changed. The cost was immense. Along with countless lives given to the cause, the Oracle revealed her monstrous truth; now the Gatekeepers, too, have faded, and the Paragon's light has withdrawn. We are left at the end of it all with only a solemn, hard-won quiet.

But in the wake of near annihilation, comes opportunity. This is a time to expand far beyond mere rebuilding. With our biggest threat yet finally vanquished, our gaze must turn outward. The factions of New Ognos, forged in the fires of common enemies, now stand at a crossroads. Will we turn inward, or will we unite to chart these new horizons? The expanse beyond our door promises uncharted territories, unknown flora and fauna, and perhaps even greater secrets, but we will not be the only ones drawn to its endless potential. The Heralds remain, their allegiances uncertain. New factions may rise from the shadows, seeking to claim the dormant power left behind. Exploration will be fraught with both wonder and danger, demanding pioneers, builders, and diplomats as much as soldiers.

This is the dawn of a new chapter. An age defined by survival, by ambition -- by the courage to build anew upon the foundations of sacrifice. The map is being redrawn, and we hold the pen. Will you lead an expedition into the unknown? Will you found settlements in distant reaches, uncover ancient secrets, or master the new energies woven into our world? The battle for survival is over. The journey to forge a future begins now.

About the Site

Kinship is an 21+ play-by-post roleplaying game where powerful magic and advanced technology both play a large part in a character's day-to-day life. We consider ourselves a mixed genre, mixed era game with elements of historical/high fantasy and futuristic sci-fi.
The site has been open since November 26th, 2019 and is currently on its seventh version, which began October 24, 2025.
We are home to 5 players writing 299 characters. Our characters have formed bonds with 88 Companions. There are currently no newbies.
As a site, we have completed 1205 posts in the last six months (since August 2025), averaging 201 posts per month.
Our posts have an average word count of 494 words per post, though we welcome posts of any length!
Kinship is proudly LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent-friendly, with a focus on providing a safe and fun environment to all members.
Players will be expected to join a character within 1 week of registering their player account and will need to write a post within 1 month of joining.
After the initial joining phase, we ask that players check in with us at least once a month whether through posting or Discord messages/reactions, responding to polls, etc. but do not have any posting quotas or word count requirements.
This site is semi-private, meaning players will need to register for a player account and receive an invite to our server before they can access the full site. Our semi-private status helps safeguard players who have real-world safety concerns related to their jobs, families of origin, etc.
Our Codex holds a lot of information that can help you decide if Kinship would be a good fit for your playing style/availability/etc. If you need help getting started or have questions about the site or our characters please contact Signe (@signecinders)!

Site Features

Choose from 15 playable races and 9 companion species, similar to familiars, that share a soulbond with their partner.
Custom coding can be found throughout the site, allowing for things like ad-free message boards, automated claims, dynamic shops, and instant, editable profiles.
We frequently offer special in character and out of character events and arcs, major events occurring within each version, to provide a variety of character development opportunities, fun prizes, and the ability to leave a lasting mark on the game.
Player feedback is collected through polling and then implemented into the site; past polls helped us unlock new biomes, name our town, and structure special events.
Our Support team is here to facilitate player experiences; if there's something you want or need for your character -- such as an item, power, or experience we're happy to work with you to figure something out!

About the Owner

My name is Signe and my pronouns are she/they. I've been a member of the play-by-post roleplaying community for over 20 years; I have had the privilege of supporting various sites over the years in roles such as owner, co-owner, moderator, admin, and support team member. I am able to provide support throughout the week but am typically most available on the weekends due to real-life commitments. As someone who is queer, neurodivergent, and disabled myself, I am always looking for new ways to support an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. ❤

Next Steps

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