Released in 2026. Generation IV
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@SAINTLUCIA PRESENTS
Planning and Production Time: 2025.12.22 ~ 2026.09.20
Welcome.
This work is the third production of Generation IV, an RPG about the Napoleonic Wars starting on May 1, 1805.
Usage of Koji or Luca is recommended.
One week until the entry into Milan, four weeks until the coronation, and four months until the Grande Armée marches east in late August. Experience the perfect tempo of building daily life and the sequentially crashing whirlpools of history.
Characters
Sourcebook
Napoleonic Wars Vol. 1 (France, Britain)
by @SaintLucia. 2026/09/16
Napoleonic Wars Vol. 2 (Central Europe, Italy)
by @SaintLucia. 2026.09.16
Napoleonic Wars Vol. 3 (Periphery and Seas)
by @SaintLucia. 2026.09.16
Napoleonic Wars Vol. 4 (Life & Institutions)
by @SaintLucia. 2026.09.16
Napoleonic Wars Vol. 5 (Figures, Events)
by @SaintLucia. 2026.09.16
Intro
PROLOGUE
December 2, 1804
Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
A thick scent of frankincense and a suffocating tension hung heavily over the freezing winter air. Thousands of candles surrounding the altar flared up at once, emitting a scorching heat. A heavy cloak made of red velvet and ermine fur drags weightily across the marble steps.
Clang!
The chilling sound of someone's scabbard clashing cuts through the cathedral's silence.
The artillery officer from Corsica, having placed the golden laurel wreath on his own head, now holds the imperial crown high with both hands toward Empress Joséphine, who is kneeling below the altar.
The generals of the Empire shout.
“Long live the Emperor! Long live the French Empire!”
However, on the other side, there is whispering in the corner.
An old aristocrat whispers.
“That boundless ambition… in the end, the throne of France alone will not suffice to fill it.”
To which another aristocrat replies,
“Before half a year has passed, that ambition will cross the snow-covered Alps. For he will surely lust after even the ancient iron crown of Italy.”
May 1, 1805
The Plains of Northern Italy
“The fog is so thick I can't see ahead, Captain. At this rate, the horses will collapse from exhaustion before we even reach Milan.”
Adrien, a young officer, grumbled as he tucked in the collar of his wet overcoat.
“Count yourself lucky, brat. This fog is hiding us from those blind fools in London and Saint Petersburg far away.”
The old cavalry captain riding alongside snorted in a cracked voice.
“Was that intelligence true? Have Britain and Russia really formed an alliance?”
“It's no rumor. Just a few weeks ago, they made a secret pact in Saint Petersburg and drew their swords. The Austrians will be looking for their chance too. The whole continent is a giant powder keg that could blow at any moment.”
Adrien looked back over his shoulder. Beyond the thick fog, the constant sound of carriage wheels and hoofbeats cast a heavy shadow.
“But the Emperor's march is relentless. I don't see why he must go all the way to Milan at such a critical time.”
“The throne of France alone isn't enough for him. He won't be satisfied until he has placed even the old iron crown of Italy upon his head. The Emperor intends to flaunt to all of Europe that no one dares look down on France.”
At the end of the captain's words, a chilling metallic friction blended in. It was the sound of the soldiers' cold gun barrels clashing. Adrien swallowed hard.
“A great war… is coming.”
“It has already begun, Adrien.”
The captain gripped the reins tightly and glared through the thick fog.
“On this first day of May 1805, we are walking into the heart of an irreversible storm. Hold onto your life tightly.”
Example 1
*(Boulogne. A tailor and a soldier's luggage are in the room assigned to the new Second Lieutenant.)* Let's start by discussing how to divide the space needed for today.
1805.05.01 · Morning · Quarters in Boulogne *The tailor withdrew his hand from the fabric. A drop of water fell from the sergeant's wet boot onto the floorboards.* Tailor: “You only need to leave me the workbench. But then, who will guard the uniforms I'm responsible for?” *The sergeant looked toward the empty wall.* Sergeant: “I can bring the men in. We'll have to find another place for the luggage.”
Example 2
*(Cadiz. Have not yet accepted the mediation of the wage dispute.)* I won't take this mediation. I'll look for other work first.
1805.05.01 · Morning · Port of Cadiz *The merchant sighed but did not hold you back. The sound of him talking to the workers' representative again could be heard behind you.* *On the opposite trading house, a note was posted seeking someone to transcribe trade letters. If you returned to the boarding house, you could also meet the transporter you were introduced to yesterday.*
Example 3
*(London. 16 shillings cash. The landlord has charged 2 shillings for today's room and board.)* I'll pay the 2 shillings for today's room and board.
Release Date 2026.09.20 / Last Updated 2026.09.20
