The Melba Way

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In the sun‑blasted realm of The Melba Way, knowledge is the truest treasure and magic flows as freely as the rivers of Ashtead’s glittering mines, while a rat‑led tyrant in Sevenoaks threatens the fragile peace kept by fairies, wizards, and the secretive molemen. Adventurers must navigate floating fairy cities, haunted deserts, and subterranean vaults, all while confronting a long‑forgotten evil that whispers through the very stones of this fantastical, medieval‑tech world.

World Overview

Lots of magic, Medieval level technology. Fantastical world. Questions hold high value. Knowledge is wealth in this world.

Geography & Nations

Sevenoaks. - Kingdom of the rats. Evil land. Oaklahoma. - Deserted wasteland, that was once full of trees and life. Hulle. - Fishing port with lots of pubs and folk music. Gentlemerriment. St. Peter's-Ton. - Land of the fairies. It is floating in the air. Always a rainbow there. Ashtead. Underground city, magical mining for golden treasures. Obsidian and Diamonds are a-plenty.

Races & Cultures

Rats. - Hedonistic. Freaks, outcasts, misunderstood culture. Fringes of society. They have the ability to transform into a human form. Fairies. - In tune with nature, special birds and animals. Cultivate knowledge from trees, they can read trees to obtain knowledge. Wizards. - Wise men of knowledge, and magical abilities. Unresearched. Hullemen. - Thrive on home comforts. Love folk music. Enjoy their own company, but also love socialising and a quiet neighbourhood lifestyle. Aren't used to adventure. Molemen. - Want's part of civilisation but out of greed they found all the treasures then started their own civilisation. Grew tired of mixing with those up above.

Current Conflicts

Someone named Retiticus who was the head of the military in Sevenoaks, he is a rat. He overthrew the monarchy and now he claimed himself as head of state. He wants it to be a dictatorship rather than a monarchy. The rat's who escaped who are in favour of the monarchy are being assisted by the Fairies. Molemen have a vendetta against the people who live up above.

Magic & Religion

Wizards and Fairies can use magic more freely than others. Rats can transform into Human form. Molemen can use magic when discovering minerals. Some minerals have magic qualities. Wizards are the most powerful in terms of magical ability.

Planar Influences

N/A

Historical Ages

There is a suspicious looking slide. No one knows how it got created. There is an ancient tale of it being a slide, that instead of water, ran on human vomit. Humans existed but are now extinct. Thousands of years ago.

Economy & Trade

Knowledge is great wealth.

Law & Society

Rulers of individual kingdoms. Who meet to discuss with a unbiased Wizard (Who's name is Saps) who helps to administrate conversation world-wide to discuss matters that effect all of the kingdoms. But there are laws within each Kingdom that apply to themselves.

Monsters & Villains

There is a long-lost evil presence that appears intermittently. The molemen have spoken of this evil, but no other kingdoms believe them. "Would-You-Rather-Goblins". - They ask would you rathers that come true. There are tiny little creatures, pale skinned, brown shorts. They come into your home and hide. And slightly disrupt it. They are more michevious than evil. There are many more creatures too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Melba Way?

What is Spindle?

Spindle is an interactive reading app where you become the main character in richly crafted story worlds. Think of it like stepping inside your favorite book—you make choices, shape relationships, and discover how the story unfolds around you. If you love series like Fourth Wing or A Court of Thorns and Roses, Spindle lets you live inside worlds with that same depth and drama.

How do I start a story in The Melba Way?

Tap "Create Story" and create your character—give them a name, a look, and a backstory. From there, the story opens around you and you guide it by choosing what your character says and does. There's no wrong way to read; every choice leads somewhere interesting, and the narrative adapts to you.

Can I write my own fiction?

Absolutely. Spindle gives storytellers the tools to build and publish their own worlds—craft the lore, the characters, the conflicts, and the magic. Once you publish, other readers can discover and experience your story. It's a beautiful way to share the worlds living in your imagination.

Is Spindle a game?

Spindle is more of an interactive reading experience than a traditional game. There are no scores to chase or levels to grind. The focus is on story, character, and the choices you make. Think of it as a novel where you're the protagonist—the pleasure is in the narrative, not the mechanics.

Can I read with friends?

Yes! You can invite friends into the same story. Each person plays their own character, and the narrative weaves everyone's choices together. It's like a book club where you're all inside the book at the same time—perfect for friends who love the same kinds of stories.