STRIKERS: An Espionage TTRPG about █████████

Introduction

 STRIKERS is an espionage tabletop, inspired by the works of “Metal Gear” and the “Hitman,” that tosses players into a cruel political hellscape. Given the opportunity to fight back and make a difference, the STRIKERS Unit is born, as players use their limited resources and small organization to take down foes and enemies much bigger than themselves.

Players will control an Agent belonging to one of nine character classes, where they will take on different missions, whether they be rescues, assassinations, or kidnapping individuals of interest for information, the STRIKERS group will be expected to take on all manners of undercover work.

STRIKERS uses an easy to learn, yet complex system where players start off rolling 2d6 dice to sneak around, punch out guards, run from gunfire and also craft items using blueprints from nations they do work in. Each nation having its own technological specialties. The System is something newer tabletop fans will have an easy time grasping, but old school tabletop fans will have fun exploring and learning. With 100+ pages, your STRIKERS unit will be more than ready to take on the challenge.

The Story

In a brutal world devoid of heroes, the stage is set in a Cold War-Style backdrop. As major powers teeter on the brink, many are hesitant to move forward with any brash plans, as the wrong move could spell the end of a nation as many world powers will have their eyes on you.

Enter the world of espionage, where the art of Spy work takes center stage. With war looming as an unthinkable option, nations deploy their covert agents to gather intelligence, unravel the enemy’s schemes, and navigate the treacherous web of deceit.

At the heart of this shadowy mind game of cat and mouse lies the STRIKERS Unit. This unconventional team of operatives serves as the ultimate wildcard, disrupting the carefully laid plans of power-hungry leaders and reshaping the balance of power.

    The King of New Beski, Nicolas Airumes, vs. the Dictator of Orasnia, Pyotr Vanusha

                                 Flags of Powerful Nations to be Featured 

       A conversation about Vision Kids, individuals with special eye powers.

The World

Taking place in an Alternate-Earth, STRIKERS has many nations with their own cultures, history and aesthetic that are ripe for getting Agent Field-Work done in. With 21 Nations, STRIKERS has many adventures for your Agents to experience.

New Beski, the Empire, is under the reign of King Nicolas Airumes. New Beski stands as a nation of valiant men and women, willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for their homeland. Nicolas, who, in his youth, at the tender age of 20, deceived the monarch of the Old Kingdom and ascended to the throne, now finds himself resolute and unwavering 70 years later. Nevertheless, the ravages of time are upon him, and the world is taking note. When the Strongest Nation mourns the loss of its sovereign, will it emerge more formidable than ever, or will it crumble as the cohesive force that binds it begins to fade? The outcome remains shrouded in uncertainty, yet all are bracing themselves for the impending chaos. With Nicolas still wielding his notorious power to indoctrinate others into unwavering loyalty to the state, and with his realm boasting the most populous citizenry, formidable military, and advanced offensive weaponry, New Beski stands poised as an indomitable force under his command.

Orasnia, the sole nation capable of challenging the might of New Beski. Governed by Pyotr Vanusha, Orasnia is a communist state steeped in a legacy of bloody annexations and the cultivation of mentally untouchable spies beyond reach. Legends circulate about these spies; those unfortunate enough to be captured never return to their homeland. Being New Beski’s rival, they’ve earned the title, Elite Agents being all-rounders in their stats with almost no weaknesses and a regime that makes their spies able to slip and out of any faction, pulling a triple face easily, Orasnia is the master of mental and psychological warfare.

Sherryland, known as The Land of the Assassins. Governed by the Heavenly Magistrate, the Supreme Leader of The Sicarius Church, a faith that advocates for the eradication of filth from the Earth to secure your Kingdom in the Heavens. Sherryland commands the allegiance of a legion of assassins within the church, poised to eliminate anyone marked by the Heavenly Magistrate as a directive from the higher powers. As one of the most ancient nations renowned for its history of clandestine operations, some saying it’s the birthplace of assassins, Sherryland not only harbors elite assassins within its borders but also maintains a network of support across international waters.

Roysthein, renowned as The Land of Medicine, showcases the most exceptional doctors on the globe. A nation dedicated to pacifism, Roysthein diligently strives to keep its conscience clear of any taint of violence. It stands as a beacon of medical excellence, possessing cutting-edge treatments and curative resources that hold immeasurable value for any nation. Serving as the epitome of a symbol of humanity in a bleak setting, Roysthein extends its healing touch to tend to the wounds of soldiers embroiled in senseless conflicts. While adamantly maintaining a stance of non-involvement in any covert bloodshed, the looming threat of impending conflict may soon compel them to step onto the battlefield.

Zoel, known as The Land of the Mob, is overseen by the Golden Circle Crime Family. Long ago, the nation was under the thumb of a corrupt royal dynasty, where the populace were mere pawns to the whims of the former ruler. In response, a coalition of criminals banded together, orchestrating a successful coup that catapulted these mobsters into the highest echelons of power. Yet, giving  into the temptations of human nature, these once-heroes have transformed into the very oppressors they despised, utilizing their influence and authority in Zoel to skirt the law and enjoy preferential treatment. As the largest crime syndicate globally, The Golden Circle works in underworld dealings, traffics in narcotics, and wields a plethora of incriminating evidence to intimidate those who dare challenge them.

Johara, also known as the New Beski of the East, as the name implies, is an eastern power that once terrorized nations similarly to New Beski. With a history of occupying many Eastern Nations and setting their sights on a global scale, they were quashed by New Beski and have been in the process of rebuilding since. With the emergence of the Ryushēn, a syndicate renowned for catalyzing numerous successful enterprises through shady dealings, Johara now stands as a contemporary hub for numerous mega corporations, boasting more wealth than it knows what to do with. However, these Ryushēn, instrumental in lifting the nation out of poverty and ushering it into this new economic era, are emerging from the shadows, seeking political influence and control…

                       Partial look at a censored version of our character sheet

   Sneak Peek at our Character Classes, Artwork by Michel Mims @mimscosara                           

                               Illustrations from the TTRPG Book by @mimscosara

Gameplay & Design

Allows a Game Master to play and prepare missions for up to 2-5 players!

STRIKERS is a multi-die system that uses a 2d6 system at the early levels. With 9 character classes to choose from. There are Four Main Stats, STR, INT, CHA and DEX and six sub-stats for each of the main stats that will be shown in the full book. The game also features a unique Meter Mechanic where players can do things such as burn meter to reroll dice, gain advantage or class specific actions. 

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                                        A Sneak Peek At Some Collectable Items

BLUEPRINT GET!

The System also has a crafting and reverse engineering system where players can build up a base where they hold their order of operations and grow it via recruiting NPCs, using money gained from missions to upgrade it. Then after all that, players will be discovering unique items and weapons from different countries that they can steal and use for themselves to make their Spy work more manageable. 

When doing work in a foreign nation, players have the opportunity to obtain these Blueprints, upon gaining them, the respective player will make a roll to determine what item they got with the Blueprint and higher rolls make for better items, while low rolls give you just decent items or if you’re really unlucky….nothing.

The full game of STRIKERS will include:

• Introduction to the Game’s Lore and Setting
• Character Creation, Character Sheet and Base Sheet
• Enemy Creation, Mission Creation, Rival Spy Sheet, Country Sheet
• Game rules and how to manage Turn Order, Leveling up and Game Progression
• Spy Master Tips for those not confident in their Game Master abilities.

STRETCH GOALS

 STRIKERS is going to be our first dive into crowd funding for a project, as well as being our first game. Our base goal will cover the costs of making sure we can have a digital pdf version with full illustrations for purchase, with a softcover physical copy to be available at a later date. In the event we find our project going over the estimated goal, we have these fun stretch goals ready:

$9k/Comic Adaption: Artwork takes time and money and at this level we would be able to bring you a short 75-page comic featuring a pilot episode of sorts that would give our fans a better taste of the world STRIKERS has to offer. Early Bird Backers will be receiving a free pdf copy of this reward.

$10k/Expansion Pack 1: Two more mission map modules, more illustrations and comic strips and more items!

$15k/Comic+ Softcover Bundle : For our big readers who love the comic and owning things physically, we will at this tier, be able to give you the comic adaption in print form!

$25k/Full Length Graphic Novel: The TTRPG book isn’t enough? The one-shot narrative isn’t enough? You desire to see more characters? More illustrations? More story? At this tier, we will have a 160 Page sequel to the One-Shot!

$40k/STRIKERS Dice Set: A set of STRIKERS themed dice and a DM Spy Master tri-fold screen that will feel at home with your group!

$50k/Strikers Ultimate Edition: At this tier, there will outright be more illustrated pages than pages without illustrations. At this tier, we will have enough budget to give you TEN mission modules and maps! Every single country, no matter how minor, will receive equal additional artwork, depth, scenarios and tips on how to write them into your setting, and more fun, a villain map module for players who feel a little naughty. Rather than taking on the role of crusaders ready to stop a corrupt world, you’ll take the role of assassins, who help hold up the evil status quo. The Ultimate Edition of STRIKERS would be our dream version, where every detail gets a nice little comic to go with it, no corners have to be cut and there’s enough content to keep any buyer happy for a long longgg time.

GOALS AND FULFILLMENT

Hatch plans to start rewarding backers with pdf codes given to all backers along with a thank you credit in the full book. Afterwards, we plan to release STRIKERS Summer 2025 ( aiming for July-August).

“Why do you have all your rewards listed as digital, if all this is meant for having a print copy of the book?”

Shipping costs are also notoriously high and we want our first project to be as accessible as possible, thus our base goal of $7k ensures we can give you a product where the shipping costs are as minimized as possible, while also paying our artists, graphic designers and Kickstarter taxes. To further show our dedication, all pledges $30 and up, will be receiving a printed copy of the book, shipping fees on us, rather than having it listed and you get hit over the head with additional fees.

THE TEAM

Jacob From Hatched: Creator of STRIKERS, Head writer and designer. Staying up late thinking of new ways to hatch up fun game systems for a niche crowd! 

Mike “Doctor” Butler: Our Graphic Designer and Video Editor, Butler streams on the side and has years of editing and experience under his belt!

Michel Mims: The Artist for the Project bringing you guys lively illustrations that will make the world of STRIKERS pop out. Check him out @mimscosara on X!