Darrington Press, the publishing division of Critical Role, has revealed that their Tal’Dorei Reborn sourcebook is making its way onto the Alchemy Virtual Tabletop. Originally created by Green Ronin back in 2017 and given new life in 2022, this Dungeons & Dragons 5e setting guide transports players to the lush continent of Exandria, the backdrop of Critical Role’s inaugural campaign. Set several decades after the wild adventures of Vox Machina, the virtual version of Tal’Dorei Reborn promises an engaging and immersive experience, capitalizing on Alchemy’s strengths in delivering top-notch audio-visual elements like dynamic maps and rich soundscapes.
This guide offers a comprehensive look into Tal’Dorei’s past, fleshing out details on its deities, various factions, mystical creatures, and notable inhabitants, including the beloved Vox Machina themselves, complete with stat blocks and backstories. It meticulously outlines each key region across Tal’Dorei, providing players with rich storylines to explore, whether they wish to follow in the footsteps of previous epic campaigns or craft their unique narratives. Additionally, DMs will find a treasure trove of new subclasses, backgrounds, and magical items to enrich their games. With this announcement, Tal’Dorei Reborn now boasts four VTT adaptations, including its presence on Roll20, D&D Beyond, and Demiplane.
While Critical Role has earned a reputation for its intricate battle maps, Alchemy’s strength lies in its ability to enhance “theater-of-the-mind” gameplay. Instead of the grid-based combat style typical of D&D Beyond, Alchemy offers players a narrative space filled with handcrafted motion effects, beautiful scenic backdrops, and immersive ambient soundtracks. Although newer to the scene than veterans like Roll20, Alchemy has quickly become a favorite for numerous third-party D&D publishers and non-Hasbro tabletop creators, including names like Free League, Modiphius, and Hit Point Press. They also collaborate with international publishers such as the Italian-based, Ennie-award winning Two Little Mice, and feature system-agnostic assets from creators like Czepeku, popularized on Patreon.
Fans of Critical Role can snag the Tal’Dorei Reborn campaign setting for $29.99. For those wanting a bit more, the Tal’Dorei Reborn Enhanced Edition is available for $39.99.
