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Welcome to the Codex! Within these pages, you'll find details about the world of [http://www.kinrpg.com/ Kinship], including its history, cultures, locations, magic systems, religions, and more!  Whether you're a member looking to deepen your knowledge or a new player still learning the ropes, this codex aims to provide you with clear overviews and fun deep dives. You can use the table of contents below to navigate broad topics, and the search bar above to find specific keywords or phrases.         
Welcome to the Codex! Within these pages, you'll find details about the world of [http://www.kinrpg.com/ Kinship]; whether you're a member looking to deepen your knowledge or a new player still learning the ropes, this codex aims to provide you with clear overviews and fun deep dives. You can use the table of contents below to navigate broad topics, and the search bar above to find specific keywords or phrases.         


Our goal with this codex is to consolidate information in order to make our complex world accessible for all, while also allowing us to stay organized and consistent as our world grows. This is a living document, so content will evolve over time; if you see any issues or have suggestions for new entries, please contact @signecinders on [https://discord.gg/TK9v6hEyUx Discord].
Our goal with this codex is to consolidate information in order to make our complex world accessible for all, while also allowing us to stay organized and consistent as our world grows. This is a living document, so content will evolve over time; if you see any issues or have suggestions for new entries, please reach out to '''@signecinders''' on Discord or contact us by email at '''kinshiprpg@gmail.com'''.


== Essentials ==
== Essentials ==
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* '''[[Guidebook]]''' - rules & guidelines for site participation
* '''[[Guidebook]]''' - rules & guidelines for site participation
** [[Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidelines|'''AI Guidelines''']] - rules & guidelines for using Artificial Intelligence
* [[Game Overview|'''Game Overview''']] - a brief look in to game setting & mechanics
* [[Game Overview|'''Game Overview''']] - a brief look in to game setting & mechanics
* [[Getting Started|'''Getting Started''']] - your character creation companion
* [[Getting Started|'''Getting Started''']] - your character creation companion
* [[Playable Races|'''Playable Races''']] - an overview of character options
* [[Playable Races|'''Playable Races''']] - an overview of character options
* [[Posting Guide|'''Posting Guide''']] - a guide on how to use our posting form
* '''[[Plotting Guide]]''' - a quick guide about plots: what they are, what to do when they aren't working, and more


== Helpful Guides ==
== Helpful Guides ==
* [[Version 6|'''Version 6: Riftgate''']] - a guide that covers launch information for our current version!
* '''[[Version 8: The Marrying Year]]''' - a guide that covers information from our current version!
* [[Site Features|'''Site Features''']] - a rundown of the various features we have to offer
** '''[[Hallowtide]]''' - our current seasonal arc, scheduled to run August 9th - November 7th
* '''[[Posting Guide]]''' - a guide on how to use our posting form
** '''[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1smL9NmQX3PSFxnMmfGkqbKB725zLczb08hZxIDjTN7Q/edit?usp=drive_link The Hallowtide Storm]''' - a special storm event started August 14th
* [[Player Profile Editing|'''Player Profile Editing''']] - learn how to access and use the player profile feature
** '''[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KynBeUhCZgaqnnMcKayrcy6wUyzPq-LyVcJQ5rkAIvE/edit?usp=sharing The Eonmere Event]''' - a special disaster-style event that is still ongoing
* '''[[Character Profile Editing]]''' - learn how to access and use the character profile feature
** '''[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jvabLDxVTfzqMIJcbbRrFngq16MaUsS_kWDijBANb34/edit?usp=sharing The Royal Wedding]''' - a special event/excuse to party in-character
* '''[[Companion Profile Editing]]''' - learn how to access and use the Companion Creatures profile feature
* '''[[Site Features]]''' - a brief overview of some of the features players & characters can access
* [[Pet Profile Editing & Pet Shop|'''Pet Profile Editing & Pet Shop''']] - learn how to access and use the Pet profile & Pet Shop features
* [[Player Profile Editing|'''Player Profile Editing''']] - learn how to access and use the player profile feature  
* [[Character Profile Editing|'''Character Profile Editing''']] - learn how to access and use the character profile feature  
* [[Companion Profile Editing|'''Companion Profile Editing''']] - learn how to access and use the Companion Creatures profile feature  
* '''[[Pet Profile Editing]]''' - learn how to access and use the Pet profile features


== Extras ==
== Extras ==
These guides provide more in-depth information and world details, allowing for a deeper look at site lore. You don't need to know everything in these guides to join, but the information can be handy for fleshing out your character and getting to know the world!
These guides provide more in-depth information and world details, allowing for a deeper look at site lore. You don't need to know everything in these guides to join, but the information can be handy for fleshing out your character and getting to know the world!


* '''[[Meet the Team]]''' - get to know our support team
* [[Frequently Asked Questions|'''Frequently Asked Questions''']] - a list of helpful questions & answers
* [[Frequently Asked Questions|'''Frequently Asked Questions''']] - a list of helpful questions & answers
* '''[[Character Progression System]]''' - magic for valka & technology (nanites) for humans
* '''[[Living Lore System]]''' - special opportunities for players to contribute to site lore
* '''[[Leadership|Leadership Influence System]]''' - a guide covering the different ways leaders can get involved
* '''[[Character Progression System]]''' - major progression systems available to characters of all kinds
** '''[[Secondary Progression Systems]]''' - secondary systems with limited availability
* '''[[Guilds]]''' - organizations characters can join for various benefits
* '''[[Guilds]]''' - organizations characters can join for various benefits
** '''Guilds:''' [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds_scholars.php The Assembly of Knowledge (Scholars)], [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds_healers.php The Circle of Vitalis] (Healers), [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds_crafters.php The Crafter's Coalition (Crafters)], [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds_adventurers.php Order of the Seekers (Adventurers)], [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds_tamers.php Wild Wardens (Tamers)]
** '''[[Bounties Guide]]''' - how to access and use our bounties/callings system
** '''[[Bounties Guide]]''' - how to access and use our bounties/callings system
* [[Companion Creatures|'''Companion Creatures''']] - magical creatures capable of forming a special bond with humanoids
* [[Companion Creatures|'''Companion Creatures''']] - magical creatures capable of forming a special bond with humanoids
** '''[[Companion Progression System]]''' - improve compatibility and turn their Affliction from weakness to strength
** '''[[Companion Progression System]]''' - improve compatibility and turn their Affliction from weakness to strength
*** '''Available Afflictions:''' [[Blood Affliction|Blood]], [[Crystal Affliction|Crystal]], [[Dark Affliction|Dark]], [[Fire Affliction|Fire]], [[Frost Affliction|Frost]], [[Fume Affliction|Fume]], [[Light Affliction|Light]], [[Plant Affliction|Plant]], [[Water Affliction|Water]]
* '''[[Deities]]''' - the gods that look after Kinship
* '''[[Deities]]''' - the gods that look after Kinship
** '''[[The Temple]]''' - the public face of organized religions in New Ognos
** '''[[Divinity]]''' '''-''' special progression system for Vessels
** '''[[Bounties Guide|Callings Guide]]''' - how to access and use our bounties/callings system
** '''[[Bounties Guide|Callings Guide]]''' - how to access and use our bounties/callings system
* [[Making Money|'''Making Money''']] - how to earn and spend coppers
* [[Making Money|'''Making Money''']] - how to earn and spend coppers
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* [[Island Information|'''Island Information''']] - an overview of the island as we know it currently
* [[Island Information|'''Island Information''']] - an overview of the island as we know it currently
* '''[[History & Current Events]]''' - a general overview on Kinship's origins & recent history
* '''[[History & Current Events]]''' - a general overview on Kinship's origins & recent history
** '''[[Version 5|Version 5: Shardfall]]''' - a guide that covers information from our previous version
** '''[[Version 5|Version 5: Shardfall]]''' - a guide that covers information from one of our previous versions
** [[Version 6|'''Version 6: Riftgate''']] - a guide that covers information from one of our previous versions
** '''[[Version 7|Version 7: New Horizons]]''' - a guide that covers information from one of our previous versions
** '''[[Eonmere Exiles]]''' - a special character creation opportunity
* '''[[Player Submissions]]''' - a quick overview guide on player contributions
* '''[[Player Submissions]]''' - a quick overview guide on player contributions
* [[The Drowned Tangle (Arc)|'''The Drowned Tangle''']] - a guide that covers information about our current arc and mini-game


=== Five Faction Kingdoms ===
* '''[[The Kingdoms|About the Kingdoms]]''' - learn about surrounding countries and their people
* [[Five Faction Kingdoms|'''About the Kingdoms''']] - learn about surrounding countries and their people
** '''Races:''' [[Auren]], [[Delvyn]], [[Ignean]], [[Mirajin]], [[Rockfolk]], [[Volari]], [[Zenoxi]]
** '''Animal Partners:''' [[Auren#Verdelisks|Verdelisks]] (Auren); [[Delvyn#Neravex|Neravex]] (Delvyn); [[Ignean#Pyropteras|Pyropteras]] (Ignean); [[Rockfolk#Sentinels|Sentinels]] (Rockfolk); [[Mirajin#Sohlash|Sohlash]] (Mirajin); [[Volari#Tidewings|Tidewings]] (Volari); [[Zenoxi#Zephfluff|Zephfluff]] (Zenoxi)


=== Catalysts & Mini-Games ===
=== Catalysts & Mini-Games ===
Catalysts and mini-games are optional experiences players can choose to participate in at any time (provided they meet any applicable requirements)!  They allow players to create unique new characters and pets, make new discoveries, explore character development opportunities, and earn a variety of prizes.
Catalysts and mini-games are optional experiences that allow players to receive special characters and pets, make new discoveries, explore character development opportunities, and earn a variety of prizes. '''Items marked with 🎲 are semi-automated -- you can play the game at your own convenience & final rewards will be reviewed by Support!'''


==== '''Catalysts''' ====
==== '''Catalysts''' ====
* '''[[Breeding]]''' - gain new playable characters, Companions, and pets
* '''[[Breeding]]''' - gain new playable characters, Companions, and pets
* '''[[Divine Encounters/Prayers]]''' - interact with the divine for blessings, guidance, or challenges
* '''[[Divine Encounters/Prayers]]''' - interact with the divine for blessings, guidance, or challenges
* '''[[Housing]]''' - create a property for your characters -- part feature, part mini-game!
* '''[[Housing]]''' - create a property for your characters and receive a monthly event
* '''[[Quests]]''' - large-scale adventures for focused character development & special rewards
* '''[[Quests]]''' - large-scale adventures for focused character development & special rewards


==== '''Collection & Crafting Mini-Games''' ====
==== '''Collection & Crafting Mini-Games''' ====
* [[Collection & Crafting|'''Collection & Crafting''']] - collect various materials from the environment, then use them to create various items
* 🎲[[Custom Crafting|'''Custom Crafting''']] - a mini-game that allows you to create custom items, or upgrade pre-existing ones, for free


==== Exploration Mini-Games ====
==== '''Exploration Mini-Games''' ====
* '''[[Expeditions]]''' - map the island and discover new plants, animals, and landmarks
* '''🎲[[Custom Expeditions]]''' - map the island and discover new plants, animals, and landmarks
* 🎲'''[[Delves]]''' - descend deeper in to the Drowned Tangle and explore its mysteries


==== Future Mini-Games ====
==== '''Companion & Pet Mini-Games''' ====
* Companion & Pet Mini-Games - races, shows, competitions, etc.
 
* '''🎲[[Dino Competitions]]''' - hatch and compete with Festival Dinos found in Eonmere Jungle

Latest revision as of 13:14, 28 September 2026

Welcome to the Codex! Within these pages, you'll find details about the world of Kinship; whether you're a member looking to deepen your knowledge or a new player still learning the ropes, this codex aims to provide you with clear overviews and fun deep dives. You can use the table of contents below to navigate broad topics, and the search bar above to find specific keywords or phrases.

Our goal with this codex is to consolidate information in order to make our complex world accessible for all, while also allowing us to stay organized and consistent as our world grows. This is a living document, so content will evolve over time; if you see any issues or have suggestions for new entries, please reach out to @signecinders on Discord or contact us by email at kinshiprpg@gmail.com.

Essentials

The below guides contain essential information about the world of Kinship! You'll want to make sure to read them over before joining the game, but please don't feel like you need to memorize every detail -- the Codex will always be here for you to check and the support team is happy to answer any questions that may come up as you navigate the game. :)

Helpful Guides

Extras

These guides provide more in-depth information and world details, allowing for a deeper look at site lore. You don't need to know everything in these guides to join, but the information can be handy for fleshing out your character and getting to know the world!

Catalysts & Mini-Games

Catalysts and mini-games are optional experiences that allow players to receive special characters and pets, make new discoveries, explore character development opportunities, and earn a variety of prizes. Items marked with 🎲 are semi-automated -- you can play the game at your own convenience & final rewards will be reviewed by Support!

Catalysts

  • Breeding - gain new playable characters, Companions, and pets
  • Divine Encounters/Prayers - interact with the divine for blessings, guidance, or challenges
  • Housing - create a property for your characters and receive a monthly event
  • Quests - large-scale adventures for focused character development & special rewards

Collection & Crafting Mini-Games

  • 🎲Custom Crafting - a mini-game that allows you to create custom items, or upgrade pre-existing ones, for free

Exploration Mini-Games

  • 🎲Custom Expeditions - map the island and discover new plants, animals, and landmarks
  • 🎲Delves - descend deeper in to the Drowned Tangle and explore its mysteries

Companion & Pet Mini-Games

  • 🎲Dino Competitions - hatch and compete with Festival Dinos found in Eonmere Jungle
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