Of Oil And Iron - Core Rules

Current Version: V1 CORE RULES

***For all cards, tokens and other game assets, please purchase the full rules set***

As of: 02/07/2026

OF OIL AND IRON - A DIESELPUNK MECHA SKIRMISH WARGAME
Step into the smog-choked battlefields of the Smoglands, where towering war machines clash over the last remaining oil reserves, and every decision pushes your engine closer to destruction.

Of Oil and Iron is a dieselpunk mech skirmish game focused on cinematic combat, deep customisation, and a relentless push-your-luck heat system. Command your Rigs, outmanoeuvre your opponent, and decide when to push your machine beyond safe limits… and when to hold back.

Contents
- Core rules (full colour, 118 pages)
- Core rules (printer-friendly)
- Printable full colour cards
       24x Rig Control Terminals, 144x Weapon Cards, 36x Equipment Cards, 4x Pilot Cards
- Printer-friendly Rig Control Terminals
- 12x 3D-printable Token STLs
- 5x Faction Token STLs
- Campaign system with Squadron Service Record & Campaign Tracker
- High resolution map of the Smoglands

Features

- Engine and heat mechanics that reward bold play
- Combat resolution with directional damage (front, side, rear)
- Component-based damage (Hull, Arms, Legs, Engine)
- Status effects and catastrophic damage rules
- Multiple deployments and mission types
- Faction overviews and world lore from the Smoglands

What Makes It Different?

- Push-your-luck gameplay – Every action generates heat. Overextend, and your Rig may fail at the worst moment.
- Cinematic combat – Flank enemies, target weak points, and tear Rigs apart piece by piece.
- Full customisation – Build your Rig your way with weapons, equipment, and pilots.
- Compact battlefield – Designed for small tables without sacrificing tactical depth.

Requirements

To play, you will need:

2+ players
- Rigs (miniatures or stand-ins)
- Dice (D12s and D6s)
- Rig Control Terminals and weapon/equipment cards (included)
- Tokens for tracking heat and damage (included)

Product Details

Format: Digital PDFs, JPEGs & STLs
Pages: 82
Language: English
Includes full rules and lore

Disclaimer

This is a digital product only. No physical items are included.
Miniatures, terrain, and accessories shown in images are for illustrative purposes and are sold separately.
This rulebook is completely functional however is in beta testing phase, with regular updates and releases.