Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic era, Temeraire mixes aerial dragon combat with a more character-driven focus. It’s not just about battles - players can expect political intrigue, social events, and shifting loyalties alongside the action.
The RPG supports groups of 3–5 players, with one acting as gamemaster while the others take on roles as either humans or dragons. That dual perspective is a big part of the appeal - you’re not just riding into battle, you can play as the creature itself.
A story-first system
At the heart of the game is Magpie’s Aedana System, built to support longer, evolving campaigns where choices carry weight over time. Characters are pulled between duty and personal ambition, navigating conflicts that go beyond the battlefield.
It’s designed to capture the tone of the books - balancing large-scale war with more personal stories about relationships, responsibility, and identity.
What’s in the campaign
The core rulebook sits at the centre of the Kickstarter, with additional extras available including a world supplement, GM screen, and a detailed map. A free quickstart is also available for players who want to get a feel for the system before backing.
Stretch goals have already unlocked extra missions and bonus content, with more likely to land before the campaign wraps.
Final call for backers
With only a few days left, the campaign is heading into that last push where totals tend to climb quickly. If it keeps pace, Temeraire: The Roleplaying Game looks set to comfortably clear its current milestone before closing.
For fans of the books - or anyone after a mix of dragons and drama - it’s one to check out before the window closes.
