The Nutcracker Brigade

Rodents. Arcana. Spirit.

A single-page tabletop roleplaying game designed for night-time shenanigans and rodent-related escapades,

What is The Nutcracker Brigade?

The Nutcracker Brigade is a rules-lite fantasy game Where players take on the role of a group of nutcracker soldiers sworn to protect the sleeping children in the manor where they like from the villainous Rat King.

This game is perfect for:

• One-Shot Quests: Dive into a tactical skirmish that can be finished in just a couple of hours.
• Minimalist Design: The entire game fits on one page.
• Classic Fantasy Feel: Simple mechanics support roles focused on Strength, Grace, and Arcana.

Features

• 1d6 Core Mechanic: Quick checks determine whether your strike lands or your spell connects.
• Spirit Points (SP): Your energy reserve. Spend SP to gain Advantage on a critical roll.
• Skills and Weaknesses: Define your adventurer by their primary Skill and the Weakness that defines their inner struggle.

Protect the children from the Rat King at all costs.

Part of my 2025 Advent Calendar!