The Drowned Earth

The Drowned Earth is a narrative skirmish miniatures game set in a post-apocalyptic, flooded tropical world filled with dinosaurs, ruins, and high-tech secrets. It features highly dynamic, parkour-based movement, a 2-dice “Nailed It!” reaction system, and low model counts (5-15) per player.

Core Gameplay and Setting

Setting: Players take on the roles of factions fighting for resources and ancient technology in the lush, dangerous jungle landscape of Ulaya.
Movement: The game emphasizes verticality, allowing for climbing, jumping, and swimming, which are integral to navigating the terrain.
Combat: A “cinematic” feel is emphasized, with rules that allow actions like shooting while jumping.
Reactions: The game features a fluid, action-point-based system where players can react to their opponent’s moves.
Factions and Models

The game includes diverse, highly detailed, 32mm scale miniatures. Factions include:

The Artefacters: Adventurers seeking to protect or use ancient technology.
The Bondsmen: Slavers and brute-force fighters.
The Corsairs: Pirates who often utilize intelligent dinosaur companions.
Other factions featuring sentient species and varied playstyles from fast/agile to slow/armored.
Key Mechanics

“Nailed It!” System: A 2-dice, die system that offers a range of results beyond simple pass/fail, often allowing for bonus actions.
Action Points (AP): Used for movement, shooting, and special abilities.
Effect Cards: Used to gain tactical advantages, such as enhanced accuracy or defensive boosts.