ataraxion is more plot-driven. in all my time here i've never seen an event/curse-like thing happen like most jamjars do, which i realize i'm starting to prefer considering the game has permadeath so characters can't just kill someone (without player permission of course) and be like "THE CURSE MADE ME DO IT BUT IT'S OKAY BECAUSE THEY'LL JUST RESPAWN IN A FEW HOURS."

if you want to get involved in metaplot stuff there's a sign-up, which can be hit or miss. but there have been mod plots and player plots in the past that have offered ample opportunities for players to get involved with each other and their environment.