Slaves to Armok: God of Blood, Chapter II: Dwarf Fortress

The Manual: Adventure Mode Introduction

Maybe you attempted to guide the dwarves to fortune and things just didn't work out? Welcome to adventure mode. Now you'll create a character and go on a journey of discovery throughout the world your dwarves left behind. Perhaps you'll start in the ruins of your old fortress or in a nearby town. Throughout the course of your explorations, you'll not only build your own legend, but unearth tales of ancient heroes and fallen civilizations (possibly your own). Whether you are in it for personal glory, or so that the legend of your dwarf fortress can be exposed to the scrutiny of history, you'll find what you're looking for... or die trying several times.
Note: Your adventure will begin a few weeks after the fall of your last fortress. If you start another fortress, it will begin in the Spring of the following year.