The AFK Cafe | Community & Shared Experiences

🎭 Every journey begins with a question.
Who are you when you're free to explore?
This month, AFK Cafe is celebrating our Season of Discovery—a time to explore new worlds, new perspectives, and maybe even new parts of ourselves.
Join Wandering Barista Kuro as we experience Persona 5, a story of self-discovery, friendship, challenging expectations, and finding the courage to become the person you choose to be.
Whether you're following every twist of the story or simply enjoying the company and atmosphere, you're invited to discover the journey alongside us.

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## 🌆 Overview

Teamwork is today's workout.
Welcome to Physical Education, where communication, coordination, and quick reflexes are put to the test. Join us for an evening of REPO, the cooperative horror game where every mission requires your team to recover valuable loot while surviving the unexpected.
Whether you're carefully planning each expedition or laughing through absolute chaos, every run is a chance to improve your teamwork and create unforgettable moments with the community.
Watch the action live on Twitch, join the conversation in Discord, and squad up for a night of cooperative survival.

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## 🕒 Estimated Schedule

🗓️ Wednesday
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST
🎮 REPO

• Cooperative scavenging missions
• Team-based exploration
• Communication-focused gameplay
• Community voice chat
• Live on Twitch

Mission length and teams may vary depending on attendance.

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## 💫 What to Expect

• Cooperative horror gameplay
• Team communication and coordination
• Strategy and problem solving
• Plenty of laughs, jump scares, and unexpected moments
• Friendly environment for new and returning players
• Live interaction with Twitch chat

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## 🎓 Skills You'll Practice

• 🤝 Teamwork
• 💬 Communication
• ⚡ Quick Reflexes
• 🧠 Problem Solving
• 🎯 Adaptability

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## 🌆 Overview

Every hero trains before they save the world.
Suit up and join Marvel Rivals for an evening of fast-paced team battles where strategy, teamwork, and quick decision-making are the keys to victory. Whether you're mastering your favorite hero, experimenting with a new character, or just looking to have fun with the community, there's always another match waiting.
Physical Education is all about sharpening your skills, and today's lesson focuses on coordination, communication, and working together as a team.
Watch the action live on Twitch, join the conversation in Discord, and jump into matches as we train together.

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## 🕒 Estimated Schedule

🗓️ Wednesday
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST
🦸 Marvel Rivals

• Casual community matches
• Team-based gameplay
• Hero experimentation
• Community voice chat
• Live on Twitch

Game modes and teams may vary throughout the evening.

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## 💫 What to Expect

• Team-based hero combat
• Friendly competition
• Casual and welcoming matches
• Opportunities to learn new heroes
• Community voice chat and teamwork
• Live interaction with Twitch chat

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## 🎓 Skills You'll Practice

• 🤝 Teamwork
• ⚡ Quick Decision Making
• 🎯 Strategy
• 💬 Communication
• 🦸 Adaptability

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## ☕ Participation Style

Jump into the action or cheer on your fellow heroes from the sidelines.
Whether you're climbing the leaderboard, learning a new hero, or simply hanging out in chat, everyone is welcome to play, spectate, and enjoy the evening together.

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# 🐉 The Vestiges of Aetheris

## 🌆 Overview

Legends can save the world. They can also destroy it.
Journey across the western continent of Aetheris, a land shaped by dragons, ancient magic, and the scars of the Titan War. Long ago, the legendary Five Champions defeated the Giants and became heroes of history—but something has changed. The very champions who once protected the realm have vanished after turning against the people they once swore to defend.
As forgotten powers awaken and old alliances begin to fracture, your party must uncover the truth behind their fall. Explore ancient ruins, forge alliances between kingdoms and races, battle terrifying foes, and make choices that will shape the future of Aetheris.
Whether you're completely new to Dungeons & Dragons or a seasoned adventurer, this story-driven campaign welcomes players ready to become part of an epic fantasy adventure.

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## 🕒 Estimated Schedule

🎲 Every Thursday
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
• Weekly D&D 2024 campaign
• Approximately 4-hour sessions
• Story progression through roleplay, exploration, and combat
• New players may join if space is available
Times are estimates and may vary depending on gameplay.

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## 💫 What to Expect

• Epic high fantasy adventure
• Dragons, ancient mysteries, and forgotten civilizations
• Political intrigue and kingdom-spanning conflicts
• Meaningful choices that shape the world
• Tactical combat and cinematic encounters
• Character-driven storytelling
• A welcoming table for both new and experienced players

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## 🛡️ Character Information

• System: Dungeons & Dragons (2024 Rules)
• Starting Level: 3
• Ability Scores: Point Buy + 1 free stat increase
• Starting Equipment: One uncommon magic item
• Wide selection of playable races
• No class restrictions
Character creation and campaign management are handled through D&D Beyond, while gameplay takes place in Foundry Virtual Tabletop.

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## ☕ Participation Style

Whether this is your first campaign or your fiftieth, you're welcome at the table.
Roleplay as much or as little as you'd like, learn alongside experienced players, and become part of an ongoing adventure where your decisions genuinely shape the world.

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## ⚠️ Content Notice

This campaign may include:
• Fantasy violence and warfare
• Political conflict and betrayal
• Death and loss
• Moral ambiguity
• Ancient horrors and unsettling discoveries
• Magical corruption
• High-stakes combat
To help everyone feel comfortable, this campaign uses Lines & Veils, the X-Card, and an Open Door Policy.

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## Sometimes the best road trips take a very weird turn.

Join Sam/Luna for Road Trippin', a Monster of the Week campaign following a group of community college students whose trip to the 100th annual Halloween festival in Anoka, Minnesota takes an unexpected turn when they discover that monsters are very, very real.
Each session plays like its own supernatural “episode,” with a mystery to investigate and resolve, while connecting to a larger seasonal story. Expect monsters, puzzles, friendship, strange discoveries, and plenty of spooky chaos along the way.
This table welcomes new, casual, and experienced players alike.

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## 🕒 Campaign Schedule

🎃 Session 0: Friday, August 28, 2026
🗓️ Every Friday
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
⏱️ Approximately 3 Hours
• Weekly supernatural adventures
• 4–7 players
• Episodic mysteries with an overarching story
• All experience levels welcome
Session length may vary depending on gameplay.

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## 💫 What to Expect

• Supernatural mysteries and monster hunting
• Investigation, puzzles, and exploration
• Episodic adventures connected by a larger story
• Friendship and chosen-family themes
• A real-world setting that expands as you explore
• Spooky atmosphere mixed with humor and fun
• Strange sound effects courtesy of your DM/amateur foley artist

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## ⚠️ Content Notice

Road Trippin' includes supernatural horror, monsters, and the possibility of permanent character death as part of the system.
Sexual content above PG-13 will fade to black, and explicit ERP is not permitted. Additional boundaries will be discussed during Session 0.
The campaign uses Rewind, Cut, and Pause safety tools to give players ways to change, stop, or reassess uncomfortable scenes.

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## ☕ Participation Style

New to Monster of the Week? You're welcome at the table.
Love mysteries, monsters, and character-driven adventures? Pack your bags.
This campaign is a great fit for players who enjoy investigation, collaborative storytelling, spooky adventures, friendship, and discovering just how weird a road trip can get.

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