A Gamble of Fate

When the planet came to a halt, no one was safe from the horrors that followed. Cast in an eternal night soon after the establishment of civilization, even the eldest inhabitants of Vespía struggle to recall the sun's warmth. The Gods remained unreachable, and the Guardians' resolve began to falter. The only remaining semblance of protection comes from the artificial suns at the heart of each major (and the only) settlements, each under the care of a Guardian. These demigods were tasked by their creators to ground the roots of their respective peoples into the primitive, untouched lands. When not basking in an arcane tower's defensive glow, any living being is susceptible to the claws of the shadows. Anyone unfortunate enough to stumble into the darkness will emerge a shell of their former self, consumed by Dread, waiting to pounce on the next unlucky soul that loses their way. For one reason or another, you find yourself in one of these protected settlements: Paradisus. Amongst the unrest, this desert city feels like one of the very few places where you can put your worries on the backburner...if you have the means to afford it, that is. From the massive coastal resorts to the sprawling tourist trap boutique and department stores, your options on how to spend your hard-earned gold are endless! One of the major money-makers of Paradisus, the relatively young Afterlife Casino, anchors the historical "Paradisus Strip." This massive Nine Hells-themed architectural marvel is built into a natural Volcano carved by a magma river nicknamed the River Styx. Tonight, whether you're an minimum-wage employee, a patron, or anything in-between, you find yourself swept up in the cigar smoke-filled chaos an evening at the Afterlife brings. However, tonight is special. The Afterlife Casino is proud to host its most recognizable event: the Grand Minauros Invitational ! Come see the best of the best compete for this year's grand prize! "The Afterlife Casino: Where a Hells of a time is only a gamble away!"