The Keep on the Borderlands

The Realm of mankind is narrow and constricted. Always the forces of chaos press upon its borders, seeking to enslave its populace, rape its riches and steal its treasures. If it were not for a stout few, many in the Realm would indeed fall prey to the evil which surrounds them.   Yet, there are always certain exceptional and brave members of humanity, as well as similar individuals among its allies - dwarves, elves and halflings - who rise above the common level and join battle to stave off the darkness which would otherwise overwhelm the land. Bold adventurers from the Realm set off to the Borderlands to seek their fortune. It is these adventurers who, provided they survive the challenge, carry the battle to the enemy.   Such adventurers meet the forces of chaos in a testing ground where only the fittest will return to relate the tale. Here, these individuals will become skilled in their profession, be it fighter or magic-user, cleric or thief. They will be tried in the fire of combat, those who return, hardened and more fit.   True, some few who do survive the process will turn from law and good and serve the masters of chaos, but most will remain faithful and ready to fight chaos wherever it threatens to infect the realm.