Well I did go and clean out my computer. Now the fan isn't running so harshly.
What I wanted to suggest before I left was make an exploration map. Forests, abandoned houses, ruins, remains. Stuff like that. Only have them so when interacted with in a specific order (that makers sense) a story unfolds. Players would have to see if they can figure out what to do, and where to go with subtle hints throughout..
Make it a dark, night time map. We dont have many story servers with nice ambiance.