Military

Military

Imagine a briefing room at dawn. A table map, scribbled orders, and call signs on a whiteboard. You choose the plan, assign fireteams, and cross the line of departure. A session might shift from careful recon to a firefight, then to triage and extraction, with radio chatter tying it all together. Between missions, you manage resupply, intel, promotions, and the burden of command. It’s about cohesion under stress, smart use of terrain, and achieving the objective when circumstances change.

Military games excel because everyone has a role and a clear objective. They reward teamwork, quick thinking, and attentive listening. They suit tactically minded groups, team events that require cooperation under pressure, and veterans of RPGs who enjoy strategising. Beginners also thrive, thanks to straightforward briefs and checklists. Families can opt for age-appropriate variations with fantasy units or rescue-focused missions. A professional Game Master sets expectations, employs safety tools for wartime themes, and maintains a tone that is focused and respectful.

Our Game Masters facilitate military play across various systems, from gritty to cinematic. Twilight: 2000 for survival and modern realism. Only War for Warhammer 40,000 squads. Savage Worlds, GURPS, Fate, or Genesys for flexible styles. D&D 5e for military fantasy. Lancer or the ALIEN RPG for sci-fi operations. Explore options on our game systems page. The tone can be adjusted to suit your group, from logistics and fog of war to heroic action with abstract ammo, and from ground-level missions to command decisions.

Common questions

What distinguishes a military RPG from a combat-focused fantasy game?

Military play focuses on objectives, command structure, and coordinated roles. You plan routes, assign responsibilities, and manage communications and supplies. Contact is not the entirety of the session. Reconnaissance, breaching, overwatch, and extraction are equally important. Limited intelligence, rules of engagement, and collateral risk influence decisions. Consequences carry through debriefs and changes in gear or status. Our Game Masters set the scenes to reward teamwork and timing, rather than just individual heroics, so smart positioning and clear orders are more effective than lone-wolf tactics.

Is this a good choice for beginners or for children?

Beginners thrive as missions are straightforward. A professional Game Master provides role cards, prebuilt characters, and concise procedures for movement, combat, and first aid. Complexity is introduced only at your request. For children or mixed-age groups, the emphasis can shift to patrols, rescues, and defence, using non-graphic descriptions and fantasy or sci-fi units if that’s your preference. Safety tools like lines and veils, along with mid-session check-ins, ensure the content remains comfortable. Everyone has their turn and a role that matters.

Which systems are suitable, and how realistic can we make it?

Military stories work well in various systems. For gritty survival and modern detail, Twilight: 2000 stands out. Warhammer 40,000 squads utilise Only War. Lancer and the ALIEN RPG focus on sci-fi operations. D&D 5e can handle military fantasy. Toolkit engines like Savage Worlds, GURPS, Fate, or Genesys allow us to cater to your preferences. Our Game Masters can implement strict rules for ammunition, suppression, and morale, or keep it cinematic with abstract equipment. Check out examples on our game systems page and let us know the vibe you're after.

What can we anticipate from a one-shot mission?

You will brief quickly, choose loadouts, and set a straightforward plan. Then the squad executes, adapting to contact as intel changes. Expect clear objectives, maps with relevant terrain, radio chatter for coordination, and a debrief to review what your choices achieved. Pregenerated characters keep things flowing, and the GM adjusts difficulty to suit your table. Online sessions often utilise a virtual tabletop with tokens and measured ranges; see online play platforms. In person, you might use printed maps or quick sketches.

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Game systems for Military

  • Lancer

    • Mecha +7
    • 2 – 5 players
    • In-depth rules

    Pilot a custom-built mech in high-stakes missions that combine tactical precision with character-driven drama. Lancer offers intense battles and expansive sci-fi themes of duty, politics, and hope. If you're a fan of Gundam, you'll feel right at home.

    View system: Lancer
  • Starfinder

    • Space Opera +6
    • 2 – 6 players
    • In-depth rules

    Starfinder is Paizo’s science-fantasy setting filled with blaster battles, spell-casting technomancers, and starship confrontations. Imagine Mass Effect but with magic. Our Game Masters will lead you through bizarre worlds, thrilling heists, and alien enigmas that reward collaboration and daring decisions.

    View system: Starfinder
  • ALIEN: The Roleplaying Game

    • Survival Horror +7
    • 2 – 5 players
    • Moderate rules

    Stalk the darkness between the stars with ALIEN: The Roleplaying Game, a cinematic survival horror experience. Stress fuels panic and tough choices as you fight to survive. If Ridley Scott's Alien captivated you, this brings that same chilling dread to the table.

    View system: ALIEN: The Roleplaying Game
  • Legend of the Five Rings

    • Political Intrigue +7
    • 2 – 6 players
    • Moderate rules

    Samurai drama set in a realm of honour, duty, and perilous court politics. Legend of the Five Rings immerses you in Rokugan, where both steel and words hold equal significance, and spirits are ever-watchful. Imagine Seven Samurai infused with intrigue and magic, led by a skilled Game Master.

    View system: Legend of the Five Rings
  • Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game

    • Space Opera +7
    • 2 – 6 players
    • Moderate rules

    Blast stormtroopers, race TIE fighters, and swashbuckle across the galaxy in West End Games' classic D6 Star Wars RPG. Fast-paced, pulpy, and cinematic, it captures the essence of the original trilogy. Ideal for daring heists, Rebel missions, and family-friendly adventures with 2 to 6 players.

    View system: Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game
  • Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soulbound

    • High Fantasy +7
    • 2 – 6 players
    • Moderate rules

    Stand as legendary heroes entwined by destiny in Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soulbound. Embark on quests across the Mortal Realms, confronting Chaos, creatures, and deranged deities. If you appreciate the epic scale of God of War, you will relish this swift, heroic team play with a skilled Game Master.

    View system: Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soulbound
  • A Song of Ice and Fire Roleplaying

    • Political Intrigue +7
    • 2 – 6 players
    • Moderate rules

    A Song of Ice and Fire Roleplaying immerses you in the courts and battlefields of Westeros. If you enjoyed HBO’s Game of Thrones, prepare for intrigue, betrayals, and tough decisions. Create a noble House, exchange favours, and confront gritty duels in a harsh, low magic world.

    View system: A Song of Ice and Fire Roleplaying
  • Eat the Reich

    • Vampire +7
    • 2 – 5 players
    • Simple rules

    Take on the role of vampire commandos in a thrilling heist set in Nazi-occupied Europe. Imagine Inglourious Basterds but with fangs. The rules are light and punchy, encouraging audacious stunts, dark humour, and a fast pace, making it ideal for a focused one-shot with 2 to 5 players.

    View system: Eat the Reich
  • Dungeons & Dragons

    • High Fantasy +7
    • 1 – 7 players
    • Moderate rules

    Craft your own fantasy story with Dungeons & Dragons. Assemble a group of daring heroes, outwit traps, negotiate with dragons, and seize treasure in vibrant realms. Imagine the camaraderie of The Lord of the Rings, but you decide the routes, the conflicts, and the conclusion.

    View system: Dungeons & Dragons

What players have to say

  • Tom was brilliant! He was really great with the kids and very patient with his explanations. It was a wonderful evening and definitely worth doing again! The children asked the next day when we would be doing this again.

    Danny

  • First of all, I want to say that Sebastian was really great as a DM. For his first run as a booked DM, he did an excellent job. The 3 stars refer to the following: 1. We were disappointed that the adventure was labelled a One Shot yet wasn't a complete story. Discovering that there are two more parts wasn't very positive for us, as it meant there was no satisfying conclusion to the story. 2. As new players, it was difficult for us to understand the English character sheets in such a short time. In German, it would have been much easier. Even receiving the character sheets a few days in advance would have been helpful for preparation. 3. More guidance would be beneficial. Especially for beginners, a more linear one shot would have been preferable. We wasted a significant portion of the adventure time doing unnecessary things because we didn't fully understand how the game worked. Overall, I think the StoryForgers concept is really good and I see a lot of potential in it, especially for introducing new players to D&D. I hope you don't take my feedback the wrong way but see it as honest criticism. Best regards, Mario

    Mario

  • Bryan was exceptional. We had a group with varying levels of experience, and he managed to keep everyone engaged and involved. His positive attitude made the game enjoyable for all. I really appreciated how he could clearly explain what was needed from our less experienced players while keeping our more seasoned players on their toes with his deep knowledge of the game. Everyone in our party had a fantastic time thanks to Bryan.

    Jeremy

  • Dayron was fantastic. Well-prepared, punctual, and had a brilliant sense of humour.

    Corey

  • Dayron was fantastic; he provided a brilliant experience. Thanks!

    Casey

    The Merry Meeple

  • The game was really engaging. I got a game as a present for my boyfriend, who is very keen on it, and he was very pleased and appreciated Leonardo's professionalism. I don't have much experience with DnD, but I found the game to be quite straightforward and enjoyable.

    Marina

  • Baptiste was an excellent GM who adapted well to our group and helped us progress in this one-shot. However, there was one issue with the character sheets provided, as they were not complete or clear. Some of the French translations were rather approximate. For instance, our cleric was missing spells, including a healing spell, even though they were meant to have some.

    Pierre

  • Rachel was fantastic; my daughter and her friends left the game saying it was the most fun they’d ever had, and my daughter wanted to sign up for another session with her straight away. She was friendly, and her approach let the players fully immerse themselves in the game by giving them control over how they wanted their actions to unfold. I would definitely work with her again.

    John

  • A nice and clear first experience with D&D. Amber was able to explain and guide the game effectively, allowing us as players to quickly get into the flow and focus on the story. Collaborating with my colleagues to devise attack routes was an enjoyable activity and provided great insights into each other's characters, thought processes, and differences. Overall, I found it to be a very enjoyable session.

    Jens

    Triodos Bank N.V.

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