# Overview

## :point\_right: The Basics

* **Quests:** Dive into a mix of [Campaigns](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/seasons/season-01/campaigns), [Scouting](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/seasons/season-01/scouting) missions, and brain-numbing [Research](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/seasons/season-01/research). Each one’s packed with its own set of challenges and sweet rewards.
* [**Crafting**](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/crafting) **and** [**Customization**](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/customization)**:** Gather up all the cool stuff you find and whip up something epic. Gear up your characters with custom tweaks that not only look awesome but increase your character's [power scores](#user-content-fn-1)[^1]!
* [**Earn Fame:**](https://guide.derpbirds.io/derp-birds/adventures/fame-and-leaderboard) The more you do, the more famous you get! Use your fame to get sweet rewards and convert to [power score](#user-content-fn-1)[^1] at the end of the season!

### **Meet Mac**

> *Hey there, I'm Mac, the author of this Guidebook and your personal guide through the wild and thrilling world of Derpetonia! Strap in and get ready to carve your own path to glory with a slew of adventures that’ll test your mettle and sharpen your wits* :smoking:

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[^1]: Power Score enhances your characters' effectiveness in adventure activities and determines their earnings from passive staking and fortifying.