Bytopia

The Twin Paradises of Industrious Harmony and Shared Kindness

In the grand tapestry of the multiverse, Bytopia shines as a testament to the power of industriousness and shared kindness. Known as the Twin Paradises, this plane is a realm where hard work is the highest virtue and kindness is the common language.
Bytopia is a plane of two layers, Dothion and Shurrock, each a mirror of the other, yet unique in its own right. Imagine looking up into the sky and seeing not stars, but another world, a mirror image of your own, hanging in the sky like a celestial painting.
Dothion, the first layer, is a pastoral idyll of rolling farmland and quaint villages. Here, the fields are always ripe with bountiful harvests, and the air is filled with the sound of cheerful laughter and the rhythmic clatter of industrious work. The inhabitants, mainly gnomes and halflings, work the land with a joyous vigor, their faces glowing with the satisfaction of honest labor.
Shurrock, the second layer, is a rugged wilderness of towering mountains and dense forests. Here, the challenges of the wild are met with courage and determination, and every peak scaled, every river crossed, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of its inhabitants.
In Bytopia, the ethos of hard work and shared kindness permeates every aspect of life. The inhabitants live in close-knit communities where everyone contributes and everyone shares in the fruits of their labor. Kindness is not just a virtue, but a way of life, expressed in a thousand small gestures that Weave a tapestry of shared goodwill.
So, welcome, adventurers and Dungeon Masters, to Bytopia. Here, in the Twin Paradises, you will find a realm where industriousness is joy, where kindness is the common language, and where the fruits of hard work are shared in harmonious abundance.

Ecosystem Cycles

The ecosystem cycles of Bytopia, much like the plane itself, are a testament to the harmonious balance of industriousness and shared kindness. Yet, each layer, Dothion and Shurrock, maintains its own unique cycle, independent yet subtly interconnected with the other.

Dothion: The Cycle of Bounty

In Dothion, the first layer of Bytopia, the cycle of life is a constant rhythm of sowing and reaping, a testament to the industrious nature of its inhabitants. The fields are always ripe with bountiful harvests, the result of the diligent work of the gnomes and halflings who tend to them. The cycle of seasons is predictable and mild, ensuring a constant supply of food and resources. The inhabitants work in harmony with the land, their farming practices sustainable and respectful of the natural balance.

Shurrock: The Cycle of Challenge

Shurrock, the second layer, presents a different cycle, one of survival and adaptation in the face of the rugged wilderness. Here, the towering mountains and dense forests dictate the rhythm of life. The inhabitants, hardy and resilient, adapt to the challenges of the wild, their lives a constant cycle of hunting, gathering, and crafting. The seasons are more extreme in Shurrock, the winters harsh and the summers hot, but the inhabitants meet these challenges with determination and resourcefulness.

Interconnection of Layers

While each layer maintains its own unique ecosystem cycle, there is a subtle interconnection between Dothion and Shurrock. The bountiful harvests of Dothion provide food and resources for the inhabitants of Shurrock, while the raw materials and crafted goods from Shurrock find their way to the markets of Dothion. This exchange is not just a trade of goods, but a sharing of experiences and stories, a testament to the shared kindness that permeates Bytopia.
In Bytopia, the ecosystem cycles are a reflection of the plane's ethos of hard work and shared kindness. Each layer, with its unique cycle, contributes to the harmony of the plane, creating a balance that is as beautiful as it is industrious.

Localized Phenomena

In Bytopia, the plane's inherent nature of industriousness and shared kindness manifests in unique localized phenomena that reflect its meticulous balance and harmony.

Dothion: The Harmonious Harvest

In Dothion, one of the most common phenomena is the Harmonious Harvest. This is a time when the entire community comes together to reap the fruits of their labor. The fields glow with a golden hue, and the air is filled with the sound of cheerful laughter and the rhythmic clatter of industrious work. The harvest is not just a time of work, but a celebration of community and shared bounty.

Shurrock: The Resilient Bloom

In Shurrock, the rugged wilderness presents its own unique phenomenon, the Resilient Bloom. Despite the harsh conditions, the flora of Shurrock blooms in a vibrant display of colors, a testament to the resilience and adaptability of life on this layer. The bloom is not just a visual spectacle, but a symbol of the indomitable spirit of the plane's inhabitants.

The Twin Aurora

Perhaps the most spectacular phenomenon in Bytopia is the Twin Aurora. This is a celestial event where the sky of each layer is lit up with a dazzling display of lights, mirroring each other in a breathtaking spectacle of symmetry. The aurora is visible from both layers, creating a sense of connection and shared experience among the inhabitants.
These localized phenomena are a testament to the industrious harmony of Bytopia, a plane where hard work is joy, where kindness is the common language, and where the fruits of labor are shared in harmonious abundance. As adventurers or Dungeon Masters, understanding these phenomena is key to navigating the plane and interacting with its inhabitants.

Optional Rule: Pervasive Goodwill

At the end of each long rest taken on this plane, a visitor that is neither lawful good nor neutral good must make a DC 10 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the creature’s alignment changes to lawful good or neutral good (whichever is closer to the creature’s current alignment). The change becomes permanent if the creature doesn’t leave the plane within 1d4 days. Otherwise, the creature’s alignment reverts to normal after one day spent on a plane other than Bytopia. Casting the dispel evil and good spell on the creature also restores its original alignment.

Alignment

Lawful/Neutral Good

Type

Plane of Existence

Characters in Location

• Waggus