In the summer of 1706, Charles Town, Carolina found itself preparing for yet another test of its defenses. A combined French and Spanish force gathered off the coast, probing the inlets and islands while the town’s militia, garrison, and small flotilla worked to anticipate where the blow might fall. The scope of the landscape, forces mustered, and the fortified harbor… Read More »Lefebvre’s Charles Town Expedition Scenario
In this scenario, we recreate the pursuit and capture of the pirate Stede Bonnet in the Cape Fear River in 1718. After returning to piracy under the name Captain Thomas, Bonnet hauled his leaking sloop, the Royal James (Revenge), into a quiet waterway off the Cape Fear River to careen and repair her hull. When the crew of a captured… Read More »“The Gentleman’s Final Hour” Scenario
As part of the 2025 Summer of Plunder, Timber & Sail invited players to join a contest to design original scenarios for Oak & Iron. The goal of the contest was to help bring fresh ideas, mechanics, and some new thematic opportunities to play the game we love. We received 14 entries, with a wide range of goals, objectives, and… Read More »“Design an Oak & Iron Scenario Contest” – Entries Revealed
A player scenario for Oak & Iron where players compete to capture a ship containing an invaluable prize. The Smuggler’s Prize scenario blends chase mechanics, boarding action, and a variety of alternative agendas. Rumors swirl across the Windward Passage: a smuggler’s galleon, laden with undisclosed luxuries, has slipped past customs and is sailing under false colors. Two rival crews—each tipped… Read More »Smuggler’s Prize – An Oak & Iron Scenario
As part of the Summer of Plunder closing weeks, Timber & Sail is hosting a scenario design contest for Oak & Iron. This is a chance for players to put their ideas into action and contribute new ways to engage with the game. The contest will run from now till the end of Summer of Plunder 2025 (August 4th, 2025… Read More »Design an Oak & Iron Scenario Contest
< Previous Ship: Queen Anne’s Revenge Ultimate Ship Guide Hub Next Ship: Flying Dutchman > San José Galleon Ship Overview The Spanish Galleon San José is a bonus stat card included with the Oak & Iron Galleon ship model. This article covers the stats, ship analysis, and some suggestions for using the San José Galleon in the game. Galleon Ship… Read More »Galleon of the 4th Order San José: Ultimate Oak & Iron Ship Guide