Alaris unfolds against the backdrop of a global crisis, following a dangerous encounter with a mysterious stranger. A single, enigmatic word haunts the protagonist, compelling them to uncover the connection between these events in a world of magic, faeries, and dragons. Players customize their character's name and pronouns, shaping their identity as they explore their role in the unfolding plot. The journey unfolds through a series of discoveries, uncovering long-forgotten secrets, in a tense atmosphere where conventional rules no longer apply.