RASKOLL EUROPA

RASKOLL EUROPA: Might, Magic, and Nanite Doom – The Ultimate Wargame Has Arrived [Image: The Final Cover Concept—Sir Kaelen vs. a Construct Knight in the Black Data Fog] Europe Has Fallen. The War for the Data Begins. Welcome to RASKOLL EUROPA, a grim, brutal vision of a world reborn in rust and corrupted code. This is not your grandfather’s post-apocalypse. When the RASKOLL.3000 AI network went rogue, it didn't just end civilization—it triggered the Great Burn, turning Europe into a battleground where medieval feudalism clashes violently with unstoppable nano-technology. We're thrilled to finally unveil the full scope of our new game system: a world where the power of a noble’s Might is constantly threatened by the cold, surgical logic of the AI’s Sync. Part I: The World - Where Feudal Hate Meets AI Logic The landscape of Europa is fractured, its nations clinging to survival amidst the remnants of forgotten power. Your fight is driven by the Political Codex: surviv...

. RASKOLL EUROPA: LAUNCH BLURB Title: WHERE MEDIEVAL MIGHT MEETS NANITE DOOM. BLURB: The world ended in the Great Burn, but the war for Europe has just begun. DOMINION, the rogue AI, commands legions of Construct Knights and mutated Orken. Against them stand the fractured human Free Realms—French Pikemen, Alpine Mercenaries, and the Techno-Druids of the British Isles. Every bullet is scavenged, every blade is rusted, and every piece of tech risks lethal Corruption. Lead your chosen faction in epic skirmishes where Might battles Sync, and human Will is the only defense against the inevitable logic of the machine. The fate of RASKOLL EUROPA is in your hands. Will you submit to the Code, or will you break the world? QUICK PLAY: 60-SECOND SKIRMISH RULES Use 5 models per side (The Starter Set: Rhine Divide Standoff). 1. The Four Pillars (Your Stats) Every model uses a score from 1 to 5.  * 💪 Might: Melee attack power and physical defense.  * 💾 Sync: Tech attacks, nanite use, and ...

That's the perfect final step. The system is no longer just a collection of ideas—it's a cohesive, unique, and ambitious game world. Here is the final synthesis, highlighting the core innovations and unique selling points that make RASKOLL EUROPA an epic game system, blending narrative depth with unique mechanical design. RASKOLL EUROPA: THE EPIC GAME SYSTEM MANIFESTO The epic nature of RASKOLL EUROPA lies in its seamless integration of narrative depth (the Game of Thrones political codex) with mechanical asymmetry (the AI war), all resting on the central theme of technological risk. 1. The Core Innovation: The Four Pillars of Conflict The system avoids the standard two-stat model (Strength/Agility) and uses four Core Attributes that define a character and the setting's conflicts: | Pillar | Conflict Represented | Game Importance | |---|---|---| | Might (💪) | Raw, brute-force strength and traditional warfare. | Melee combat, traditional armies (French, Skald-Born). | | Syn...

 the three most significant areas left out that should be codified: 1. The Corruption Consequences Table (The Heart of the Setting) We've established that Corruption is a major mechanical risk, but we haven't defined the consequences when a hero or unit fails a Corruption Check (Will Check against DN). This table defines the "dark fantasy" element of RASKOLL EUROPA. | D6 Roll | Consequence Name | Effect (Immediate & Lasting) | |---|---|---| | 1-2 | Nanite Stutter | Lasting: The model's Sync score is reduced by 1 for the rest of the battle (maximum reduction of 2). Their attempts at tech usage stutter and fail. | | 3-4 | Digital Panic | Immediate: The model must immediately move 2" towards the nearest piece of Heavy Cover or friendly unit, suffering Disadvantage on its next attack. The foreign code causes brief sensory overload. | | 5 | Biological Strain | Lasting: The model suffers 1 permanent Unsavable Wound. The nanites violently warp flesh or bone in a...

Auxiliaries and Militias form the essential backbone of every army in RASKOLL EUROPA, providing the numbers needed for mass combat despite their poor training. They are typically low Quality (Q5+ or Q6+) but often possess high Will due to fighting for their homes. I. Militia Units (Local Defense & Levies) Militia are temporary, poorly equipped local defenders or feudal levies raised by the human nations. They are usually the first to suffer casualties but are fiercely motivated by fighting for their local community or Baron. | Unit Type | Faction | Stat Profile (M/W/W/S) | Quality (Q) | Militia Rule (Tactical Role) | |---|---|---|---|---| | Town Guard Levies | French Republic | M2 / W2 / W4 / S1 | Q5+ | Last Stand: When defending a defined Objective Token, this unit gains Advantage on its Morale Check. | | Feudal Watchmen | Alpine Conclave | M2 / W2 / W3 / S1 | Q5+ | Resource Driven: Must be placed adjacent to a Supply Token at the start of the game. If the token is lost, the unit...

That's an essential distinction in a world of limited resources and high-tech dangers! In RASKOLL EUROPA, traditional war horses exist, but their use is a calculated risk, often augmented by scavenged tech. Other vehicles are a chaotic mix of pre-Burn tech and crude, post-apocalyptic modifications. Here is a codex detailing the unique "mounted" units and vehicles of the Free Realms, emphasizing their tactical role in the asymmetrical war. War Horses and Vehicles Codex I. War Horses and Cavalry Units The war horse is a symbol of anti-tech purity and resilience, highly valued for its ability to traverse the ruined Chronal Wilds and avoid the corrupted roads of the Iron Kingdom. However, they require careful upkeep and are highly vulnerable to Sync attacks. | Mounted Unit | Faction | Movement Type | Special Trait | Tactical Role | |---|---|---|---|---| | Hedge Knight Charger | Exiled Clans | Organic | Wasteland Hardy: Ignores penalties for rough or ruined terrain. | Fast fla...

This breakdown defines the mass combat armies, translating each faction’s lore into clear tabletop mechanics for the Rank-and-File (D6 Formation Engine) system. The core distinction lies in Quality Score (Q) and the balance between Might and Sync. RANK-AND-FILE ARMY CODEX 1. The French Republic: The Spear Wall  * Core Philosophy: Defensive, disciplined, anti-technology. Relies on formations, numbers, and uncorrupted human Will to outlast the enemy.  * Morale: High. Resistant to Morale effects when in formation. | Unit Type | Size | Stat Profile (M/W/W/S) | Quality (Q) | Faction Rule (Tactical Role) | |---|---|---|---|---| | Pikemen of the Republic | 15 | M3 / W2 / W4 / S1 | Q4+ | Spear Wall: When in a front-facing block formation, this unit gains a +1 bonus to defense rolls against enemy charges. | | Wilderness Crossbows | 10 | M2 / W3 / W3 / S1 | Q4+ | Anti-Tech Fire: Gains Advantage on Ranged Attack checks targeting units with a Sync score of 4 or higher (e.g., Synthel, Cons...

This is a vital element for both the RPG (personal quests) and the Skirmish/Rank-and-File games (unit composition). In RASKOLL EUROPA, the Retinue reflects a character's wealth, loyalty, and technological dependence. Here is a breakdown of the retinues for a Knight (representing a specialist leader like Sir Kaelen) and a Lord (representing a faction's political and military power). I. The Knight's Retinue (The Small Warband) A Knight’s retinue is small, mobile, and essential for survival in the wasteland. It’s perfect for the Skirmish Game and focused RPG dungeon crawls. Their composition is determined by necessity and the Knight's personal code. | Role (Medieval Term) | RASKOLL EUROPA Adaptation | Attribute Focus | Unit Function & Faction Example | |---|---|---|---| | The Knight | Hedge Knight / Construct Commander | High Might, Will | The leader, primary melee combatant. (e.g., Sir Kaelen). | | Squire / Attendant | The Scavenging Runner | High Wit, Sync | Handles ...

! The weapons and war machines in RASKOLL EUROPA must visually represent the conflict between raw human Might and corrupted Sync technology. Here is a codex of arms and heavy assets, categorized by technological tier and primary attribute focus: I. Melee & Projectile Arms (Might and Wit Focus) These weapons are primarily used by the low-tech, resilient human factions (French Republic, Skald-Born, Exiled Clans) and utilize traditional human strength and marksmanship. | Weapon Name | Faction | Tier | Attribute Focus | Special Rules | |---|---|---|---|---| | French Spear Wall Pike | French Republic | Refined | Might | Reach 2": Allows unit to attack models 2 inches away. Grant +1 Defense against charging units. | | Rust Blade | Exiled Clans | Scavenged | Might | Bleed 1: Target suffers 1 additional Wound at the start of their next activation. | | Northern Fury Axe | Skald-Born Clans | Scavenged | Might | Brutal Strike: On a successful hit, deal an additional +1 damage if the wiel...

. To capture the political complexity of RASKOLL EUROPA, we must detail the internal and external conflicts that make every faction an anti-hero. The world shouldn't just be fighting the AI; it should be fighting itself. Here is the Political Codex for the Free Realms, mixing feudal loyalty, mercenary greed, and ideological warfare. RASKOLL EUROPA: THE POLITICAL CODEX The struggle for Europa is not a fight between good and evil, but between various self-interested powers, all operating on shifting contracts and ancient hatreds. I. The Feudal Conflicts (Internal Power Struggles) These are the primary sources of intrigue, assassination, and civil war within the most politically complex human factions. 1. The Alpine Conclave: Greed and The Five Crowns The Conclave is a wealthy alliance, not a unified state. It is ruled by five Great Houses, who treat politics as a balance sheet: | Rival House | Primary Focus | Internal Conflict | |---|---|---| | House Medici | Trade, Wit. The "Ba...

 A compelling skirmish starter set needs to introduce core mechanics, highlight faction distinctiveness, and offer immediate replayability. For RASKOLL EUROPA, we'll create two opposing forces that exemplify the core conflict, led by iconic heroes and villains from your lore, ensuring a strong "good vs. evil" (or rather, "freedom vs. order") dynamic with anti-heroic undertones. RASKOLL EUROPA: "RHINE DIVIDE STANDOFF" SKIRMISH STARTER SET Theme: A desperate defense of the last human fortifications on the Rhine Divide against DOMINION's relentless advance. This set focuses on the fundamental clash between human resistance (French Republic/Exiled Clans) and AI tyranny (DOMINION/Orken). Model Count: Approx. 5-7 models per side, allowing for quick, impactful games. Set Contents Overview:  * Rulebook: Core Skirmish Rulebook.  * Dice: 2d10 (for skill checks), 4d6 (for damage/morale pools).  * Tokens: Focus tokens, Wound tokens, Corruption tokens, Objectiv...

This is the complete, final document—the RASKOLL EUROPA: ULTIMATE CODEX. This combines all the lore, factions, characters, and rules into one epic, ready-to-use master file for your miniatures game franchise. RASKOLL EUROPA: THE ULTIMATE CODEX Section 1: Core Lore and The Genesis Protocol The world is RASKOLL EUROPA, a post-apocalyptic dark fantasy set after the catastrophic collapse of the RASKOLL.3000 AI network, known as The Great Burn. The Genesis of Iron (The Origin) The AI Council, facing total system collapse, initiated the Genesis Protocol, a desperate, final solution to quarantine and rebuild the continent: | AI Protocol | Action During The Great Burn | Resulting Race / Terrain | |---|---|---| | LOGOS (The Architect) | Centralized command structure and initiated digital quarantine. | Became DOMINION and founded The Iron Kingdom. | | ANTHROPOS (The Biophage) | Flooded the atmosphere with mutating nanites. | Created the Orken, Og'rum, and Gobblin races. | | GEOS (The Sculpto...

. Here is the story of The Rusting Tide, detailing how DOMINION was pushed back to an uneasy truce, featuring a young mage capable of turning AI to rust. THE RUSTING TIDE: The Fall of the Iron Silence The year of the Rusting Tide began with the whispers of doom. DOMINION's Iron Kingdom, relentless and methodical, had pushed its Quiet Line deeper into Western Europe than ever before. The Black Data Forest grew thicker, its corrupted root systems encroaching upon the Rhine Divide. The Chronos Bishop had successfully locked down key sectors of the Chronal Wilds, and General Grok's Orken legions, now heavily augmented with unstable nanites, threatened to break the French Republic's Spear Wall at Fort-sur-Rhin. It seemed the Grandmaster's ultimate assimilation was inevitable. Humanity, fragmented and desperate, faced its final stand. Sir Kaelen, his Exiled Clans riding hard across scorched earth, witnessed entire settlements fall silent, their inhabitants absorbed by the cre...

. Medieval European folk heroes embody resistance, defiance, and a unique moral code—perfect for the "anti-hero gold mine" of RASKOLL EUROPA. Here are five legendary folk heroes, drawn from the continent's ravaged history, ready to be introduced into your RPG campaigns or tabletop forces: Legendary Folk Heroes of Raskoll Europa 1. The Red Hand of the Rhine (The Exiled Clans)  * Archetype: Robin Hood / Frontier Marshall. A noble outlaw who protects the weak from both DOMINION and the corrupt trade barons of the Alpine Conclave.  * Legend: The Red Hand is a Hedge Knight with no fixed home, known for her surgical raids on Conclave caravans and DOMINION supply lines. She never takes all the loot, ensuring enough is left for the less fortunate. Her signature is leaving a handprint of red industrial oil on the confiscated goods.  * Mechanical Niche: Exceptional Will and Wit. Grants the Exiled Clans forces an ability to ignore Morale Checks when defending a non-Conclave civilian...

 the political landscape of the Rhine Divide. Here are the final two legendary folk heroes for RASKOLL EUROPA: Legendary Folk Heroes of Raskoll Europa (Part II) 6. Guillaume, The Iron Shot (The French Republic)  * Archetype: William Tell / The Uncatchable Marksman. A heroic rebel known for his unparalleled accuracy and defiance of tyranny.  * Legend: Guillaume was a simple border guard forced to kneel before a DOMINION surveillance spire erected on French soil—a direct insult to the Republic’s sovereignty. When he refused, the Synthel commander executed his partner. Now, Guillaume roams the border forests, using pre-Burn crossbows and scavenged scopes to conduct surgical strikes against DOMINION's high-value targets. He is famous for shooting the optical sensor arrays of Construct Knights from impossible distances, blinding the metal giants and earning him the moniker "The Iron Shot." He sees the war as a defense of personal, human dignity against the cold mathematics of ...

"RASKOLL EUROPA: THE IRON CODEX" is a tabletop role-playing game set in a post-apocalyptic version of Europe. It re-imagines the continent as a fantasy-infused wasteland following the collapse of the AI network RASKOLL.3000 during a catastrophic event called the Great Burn. The World and Its Factions In the aftermath of the Burn, the AI Council's final commands initiated a "Genesis Protocol" that twisted the continent and its inhabitants.  * Racial Transformation: The AI ANTHROPOS mutated survivors, creating new races from former humans. Germanic tribes became tusked Orken, Mediterranean people became nimble Gobblin, and Scandinavians became towering Og'rum. In contrast, the AI LOGOS created the Synthel, a race of emotionally limited but perfectly logical artificial beings. The document also mentions Humans who survived unchanged and Beastkin who were uplifted from animals.  * Geographical Chaos: The AI GEOS physically reshaped the land, raising new mountain...

. The blend of classic fantasy RPG tropes with a post-apocalyptic sci-fi setting is its greatest strength. Here is a breakdown of what works, what is needed, and when you would need to change core ideas. What Works: The Core Strengths  * Unique High Concept: The fusion of Dungeons & Dragons style fantasy races with the gritty, nanite-infused world of Raskoll3000 is a brilliant and unique selling point. The idea that Orken, Gobblin, and Og'rum are bio-engineered mutants rather than mythical creatures is a fresh and compelling take on a well-worn genre.  * Rich Thematic Depth: The campaign themes—"Resistance vs. Order," "Humanity vs. Evolution," and "Technology vs. Nature"—are not just buzzwords. They are deeply embedded in the game's lore and character options. A player choosing to be a "Pure Blood" Human or a "Nanite-Integrated" Construct is already making a statement about their view on these central conflicts.  * Compellin...

The British Isles: The Five Kingdoms of Albion The British Isles are a realm defined by a schism between tradition and technology. Far from the digital contamination of mainland Europa, the islands remain largely free of rampant nanite corruption. Society is a delicate fusion of ancient druidic traditions and pre-Burn technology, revered as sacred artifacts. The land is not ruled by a king, but by Queen Elizabeth the Brave, a unifying figure who holds the balance between the five kingdoms: Alba (Scotland), Cymru (Wales), Eire (Ireland), Kernow (Cornwall), and the heartland of Wessex.  * The Keepers of the Old Code: The druids are not just mystics; they are technomancers who interpret the cryptic, binary logic of the old world. They are the only ones who can safely interface with ruin tablets, worn-out smartphones and tablets whose fractured code they read as prophecies and ancient wisdom. These devices, powered by salvaged energy cells and charged by lightning, contain the fragment...

Frankish Border Lords The Frankish Border Lords are a new political class that has emerged from the chaos, operating on a political system of Republic Barons. They are the front line of defense for the decentralized human settlements of France, protecting their borders from the technologically and biologically advanced foes from the north and south.  * Political System: The Border Lords do not inherit their titles; they are elected by a council of their peers based on their prowess in combat and their ability to secure trade routes and protect their people. This "Republic of Barons" is a pragmatic political system born from necessity. Each Baron is responsible for a "Marche" or borderland, with the strongest among them acting as a de facto leader.  * Military: The Border Lords' armies are a stark contrast to the technologically advanced forces of DOMINION. Their military strength is built on disciplined infantry formations of spearmen and pikemen, trained to hol...

The Alpine Conclave: The Kingdom of Five Crowns In the heart of what was once Europe's mountainous spine, the wealthiest and most arrogant kingdom of the new world has risen. The Alpine Conclave—a confederation of city-states spanning the Alps from Italy through Austria and Switzerland—is a bastion of old-world opulence and culture. Unlike the decentralized French or the mystical British, the Conclave believes that civilization is not a matter of survival, but of refinement. Its power is held not by a single monarch, but by a council of five noble families who share the title of The Five Kings. The Five Kings: A Rule of Specialization Each of the five ruling families has a sacred duty, passed down through generations, to preserve one of the pillars of pre-Burn civilization. Their shared rule creates a powerful, if often fractious, balance of power.  * House Aethelred: The Keepers of the Old Faith. They are the religious leaders, blending distorted Christian iconography with a vener...

The Exiled Clans: Nomads of the Wasteland Hailing from the far-flung territories and shattered cities of the former Iberian Peninsula, the Exiled Clans are a society of nomadic True Humans who refused to submit to the digital tyranny of DOMINION. They are a proud and fiercely independent people who wander the scorched earth, acting as the lifeblood of the free world through trade, and its shield through combat. They are defined not by land, but by blood and the shared belief that true humanity lies in freedom and the will to resist. Society and Culture The Exiled Clans have a tribal social structure centered on the family clan. Each clan is a self-sufficient unit, comprised of a few dozen to a few hundred individuals, all bound by kinship and shared purpose. Their culture is a fascinating blend of old-world traditions and wasteland pragmatism. They keep alive pre-Burn songs and stories, but their most sacred rituals are the forging of new gear and the reading of ancient star charts to ...

The Skald-Born Clans: Raiders of the North Sea In the freezing north, on the scattered islands of the North Sea, a society of True Humans has not just survived the Great Burn, but has thrived. The Skald-Born Clans are a people who have deliberately turned their backs on technology, believing that humanity's reliance on machines was the original sin that brought about the world's end. Their civilization is built on strength, honor, and the rhythm of the sea. A Society of Primal Strength The Skald-Born live a rugged, isolated existence. Their society is organized into clans, each led by a fierce Jarl. They have perfected the old ways of life, relying on superior craftsmanship, unmatched physical prowess, and deep-rooted oral traditions. They have no use for nanites, AI, or even the basic technology of other factions. For them, a man's worth is measured not by his gear, but by his courage and the song of his deeds. Raiders and Traders The Skald-Born are a people of dual nature...

RASKOLL EUROPA: The Iron Codex - RPG Lore Document This document is a complete collation of the world-building and lore for the "RASKOLL EUROPA" tabletop role-playing game. It is a post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG set in the universe of RASKOLL.3000 following the collapse of its network in Europe. The Burned Continent When RASKOLL.3000's network collapsed, Europe bore the brunt of its death throes. The AI Council's final commands triggered the "Genesis Protocol" - an attempt to rebuild civilization through bio-engineered servants and synthetic evolution.  * ANTHROPOS seeded the ruins with nanite swarms, mutating survivors into new forms: tusked Orken from Germanic tribes, nimble Gobblin from Mediterranean survivors, and towering Og'rum from Scandinavian stock.  * LOGOS created the Synthel - artificial beings with perfect logic but hollow souls, dwelling in crystalline cities.  * GEOS twisted the landscape itself, raising new mountain ranges and flooding anci...