Overlander is a custom skirmish system that combines medium-scale (approx. 20 to 100 models) tactical battles with a long-term, kingdom-building campaign. Each player commands a warlord and their warband, fighting to conquer territories and carve out dominance in a brutal world. The campaign is driven by player-initiated battles. There’s no rigid schedule—simply declare your intent to conquer a territory, assault a rival’s realm or trade routes, or tackle a pre-made Quest Battle. Any other player can then step up to contest you in battle, scheduling the fight at a time that works for both of you. Victory in these battles, along with the conquest of lands and completion of key objectives, earns you the resources needed to recruit new warriors, build infrastructure across your territories, and issue new edicts to solidify your rule. The Campaign For this second campaign, Clarion Call, we’ll be fighting for the early medieval/bronze age-inspired, war-torn region of Uzyeka . Once an old frontier at the crossroads of several powerful cultures, a power vacuum has left large swaths of land up for grabs. Ancient grudges are rekindled as the fate of this land will be shaped by those bold enough to seize it. From sweeping dry grasslands to jagged canyons, towering mountains, and dense forests, Uzyeka is a harsh and unforgiving place—but rich in untapped resources. Steel yourself, dig in your heels, and prove your worth, both on the battlefield and in the courts and halls as you lay claim to your new realm. Looking for Players I’m looking to recruit a diverse group of players, ensuring there’s always someone to challenge no matter your schedule. To experience the full depth of the campaign, you should have an interest both in the wargaming aspect as well as in the kingdom management, though both are relatively light and as close to as math-free as can be. However, I am also eager to invite players with different preferences to fulfill different roles in this campaign and community: wargamers who simply wish to fight battles, strategists and diplomats who like to negotiate and plot, and worldbuilders and RPG players who'd like to participate in this persistent world in the midst of this chaotic free-for-all war. If you are interesting in joining, or if you simply want to give the system a try, please comment below or send me a message directly on Discord (Sporeon3575). The campaign is scheduled to start in January next year. We use Discord, Roll20 and OneNote. I'd be happy to answer any questions regarding the system or setting below or in a private message.
