Blood of Dragons

The 'A Song of Ice and Fire' MUSH

General

  • Important information -- news, changes, etc -- from the Admin. Also available on the in-game Updates and Notices boards.
    Let Us Know What You Want!

    Summer is always a slow time on the game and a difficult time for us to arrange much in the way of events. But now we’re in August and things should gradually be settling down. To kick things back into gear again, we want to hear from you.

    Specifically, we want everyone to put in a +job (use the…

  • A collection of Frequently Asked Questions that provides quick access to vital information, whether you are new to MUSHing or just new to Blood of Dragons. It is highly recommended as a starting point if you are checking out the game for the first time.
    I have watched Game of Thrones, is that enough?

    Watching Game of Thrones will give a general sense of the world of Westeros; it’s medieval, it’s quite brutal and gritty and the politics can get rather ugly. However, the show does not give you a good sense of the culture and history of the Seven Kingdoms. Furthermore, visually it is often quite…

Resources

  • In-depth essays and guides on topics such as getting started on the game, creating a good character concept and roleplaying different character concepts. Many are geared towards newbies but everyone, including experienced players, should be familiar with the articles under the Theme section as these deal with the current state of play on the game.
    Who’s Who in King’s Landing

    Given the size of the CDB and the fact that it is not just PCs that have to be taken into account in terms of the makeup of our two courts, it can be difficult for players to overview the options that exist for whom to socially and politically align themselves with. With this document, we attempt…

  • The Helpfiles wiki covers the information normally found in the NEWS files and is divided across general information (policies, guidelines, getting-started information, etc), system information (descriptions of how various codd systems are used) and thematic information (an overview of key elements of the setting of the game.
  • A gallery of maps, including room-by-room maps over the open areas to help players find their way, as well as other useful images.
  • Logs of meetings, lectures, lessons and other OOC activities.
    OOC Meeting #3

    A meeting to discuss the state of the game in the wake of Baelor’s death and to discuss our plans going forward as well as what players would like to see more or less of.

Roleplay

  • A chronicle of events that include known canon events as well as events invented by the Admin, events in character backgrounds and roleplayed events. This is the most detailed information available for the history of the game and it is an excellent resource for creating character backgrounds.
    163 AC

    Day 1: A grand New Year’s melee is held at Sunspear. Many notable knights take part, but in the end, the contest comes down to the famed Ser Michael Blackmont, the Speardancer, and Prince Rhodry Martell. The latter carries the day and the prize of a costly fighting spear.

    Day 10: During an…

  • Logs of roleplay. Players new to MUSHing can get a sense of how roleplay works by looking at the logs and experienced players can get a sense of what the roleplay on the game is like and whether it seems interesting to them. Players can request a login to contribute directly.
    The Lord Protector Speaks
    The Lord Protector, Ser Quinlan Qorgyle, presides over a court session. A wedding date is announced, along with some decisions that meet with mixed reactions.
  • Important IC news from all over Westeros, covering all major events that the characters learn about. Also available on the in-game Tidings board.
    Of Setting Suns and Tears in Rain

    In the annals of Westerosi history, few events have captured the essence of chivalry and deception quite like the Tourney of the Setting Sun. Set against the backdrop of an unruly king’s machinations and personal vendettas, this grand spectacle unfolded amidst rumors that ran like wildfire,…

Characters

  • A listing of all the houses that are available for play. Each house has a family tree listing all the members of that house and it is from these family trees that the CDB (character database) was put together. The family trees can be used to see where a certain character fits into a family.
  • A gallery of original character art. Player submissions are welcome, as long as you own the copyright of the piece in question or have permission of the copyright holder.
    Samara Sand
  • A wiki for profiles of characters and significant groups in King's Landing and Sunspear. It is meant to give a sense of who's who at each court and to provide a way of easily browsing through information about significant characters. Players can request a login to contribute directly.