Obsidian Portal
Campaign wiki and player-facing adventure log for any TTRPG
Pricing
Free tier available; Ascendant plan $5.99/mo for CSS customisation, extra storage, and forum features.
Platforms
Web
Systems
System agnostic
Launched
2008
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Overview
Obsidian Portal is one of the oldest campaign management platforms, offering a public or private campaign wiki, an adventure log, character sheets, and a forum for players. Its focus on player-facing presentation — shareable campaign pages that look polished without technical knowledge — sets it apart from more GM-centric tools.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Polished player-facing campaign pages out of the box
- Free tier is usable for ongoing campaigns
- Long history — stable, established platform
Cons
- Dated UI compared to newer tools like Kanka or LegendKeeper
- Limited relationship or entity-linking features
- Development pace is slower than competitors
Best for
GMs who want a shareable, player-friendly campaign website with minimal setup.
Key features
- Campaign wiki pages
- Adventure log with player comments
- Character profiles
- Forum per campaign
- Public or private sharing
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Frequently asked questions
Is Obsidian Portal still active?
Yes — Obsidian Portal is still maintained and active, though its development pace is slower than newer entrants. It has a stable user base and regular campaigns.
Can players edit an Obsidian Portal campaign?
Yes — the GM can grant players editor access to update character pages and post to the adventure log.
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Last verified: 2026-06-13