Welcome to Terminator: Echoes of Extinction!
Terminator: Echoes of Extinction is a brand-new Obsidian Fleet simulation/role-playing game set in the iconic Terminator universe. The story begins at the onset of Judgment Day in and around the Washington, D.C. region, following the US Army 3rd Infantry Regiment as they face the unthinkable task of protecting the U.S. capital against Skynet’s forces amidst the devastating chaos.
This narrative-driven player-driven experience explores the lives of soldiers and civilians as they navigate a shattered world, uncover hidden secrets, forge vital alliances, and fight to protect what remains of humanity.
If you’re ready to join us, hit join and create your character! Reach out to the GameMaster by clicking Contact if you have any questions.
Feel free to also join our discord at: https://discord.gg/hxNqCfCeDM
Latest News Items
» First Month in the Books (Just Abouts)
Posted on Sat Feb 1st, 2025 @ 7:33pm by Colonel Silas Hunter in General News
Happy February 1st!
We’re just a few days shy of our one-month anniversary, but I wanted to share some updates with you a little early.
Participation
First and foremost, I want to thank everyone for their participation and contributions this past month. The number I was able to count and submit to fleet management was 16 posts! That’s 16 submitted posts in our first month, which I think is a great start to our journey. I appreciate everyone’s efforts in keeping the story moving, and I hope we can continue to meet—or even exceed—this number in February and beyond! We are doing great!
NOVA Issues
As many of you are aware, we’ve encountered some technical issues with our site. For full transparency, this is my first time managing NOVA as a GM, and it hasn’t been the smoothest ride. The good news is that I’ve been able to resolve most of the major issues. There are still a few minor things I’ve noticed that I haven’t addressed yet, but I’m hopeful when I update NOVA to the latest version, it will either fix them or make them insignificant.
If you experience any issues that hinder your ability to participate or post, please let me know, and I’ll do my best to resolve them.
The Path Forward
Looking ahead, we are still in the early stages of setting up our story, but there’s plenty more to come—both big and small. Let’s keep up the great participation! So far, we’ve been doing an excellent job of establishing the world, setting the context, introducing the characters, and bringing the story to life.
Thanks again for your engagement!
Let’s keep the momentum going!
» Welcome Corporal Emma Callahan
Posted on Mon Jan 6th, 2025 @ 2:24pm by Colonel Silas Hunter in General News
Please welcome Corporal Emma Callahan to the sim! She will be playing Field Medic in Company B. Welcome!!!!
» Welcome Lieutenant Matt Zemke
Posted on Tue Dec 31st, 2024 @ 1:44pm by Colonel Silas Hunter in General News
Welcome Lieutenant Matt Zemke to the sim. He is played by @cptmasterson on discord and he will play our heavy hauler pilot of the Chinook. Welcome to the end of days, Pilot!
» Welcome our Deputy Commander
Posted on Thu Dec 26th, 2024 @ 12:16pm by Colonel Silas Hunter in General News
Please welcome Major James Colt to the sim. He is played by @jeff4472 on discord and he is our Deputy Commander and Second in Command. Welcome to the apocalypse, James!
» Lots of Updates!
Posted on Sat Dec 21st, 2024 @ 1:00pm by Colonel Silas Hunter in General News
Game Compendium
I’ve recently updated the Google Document for the game. All documents have been consolidated into one. I’ve also updated Human Assets. It now contains human small arms. Please note: when are you creating your posts, ensure you are following these approved assets. Any deviation can result in GameMaster (GM) moderation and penalties.
I’ll continue fine-tuning the document. Please take some time to review the document and share your feedback or comments. Your input will help me continue improving it.
Character Pictures
If you haven’t already done so, please add a character picture so we can better visualize your character! However, I’m implementing a new rule: No anime pictures! Let’s keep things grounded and realistic.
In-Game Launch Date
Due to the holidays and my ongoing efforts to recruit more players, our game officially launches on Monday, January 6th! This gives us time to enjoy the holidays and allows me to gather a few more players for our starting lineup. In the meantime, continue fine-tuning your character profiles and drafting those opening posts before we start.
Missions
The game will kick off with our first mission: Towers of the Void, our Series Premiere. You can find more details about this mission on the website. I’ll begin our first Joint Post on January 6th.
We also have a mission called Before the Fall, dedicated to events and moments that take place before Judgment Day. You can use this to flesh out your character’s backstory, provide additional context, or explore pre-apocalypse moments as you see fit.
Our Long-Term Story
I’ve drafted a six-act storyline that spans a few years (real time). This is just a draft, and I’m aware that things may evolve as the game progresses. My hope is that the game becomes successful enough for us to carry it through to completion. Fingers crossed!
Random Events/Encounter Generator
I’m excited to introduce a new feature: Random Events/Encounter Generator. This tool will occasionally spice things up by introducing surprises such as human NPCs, enemies, assets, environmental challenges, and more. Some events will even remain secret until they happen. These events will not be frequent, nor will they be “over the top” or fantastical. They will stay grounded, realistic, and within the realm of possibilities to keep the game fresh, immersive and engaging.
Please reach out privately if you have any questions or issues. I always have an open door policy and open to new ideas, assets, etc., we can talk through.
-GameMaster
Latest Mission Posts
» Enroute to Myer
Mission: Towers of the Void (Series Premiere)
Posted on Mon Mar 31st, 2025 @ 4:45pm by Colonel James Colt & Corporal Emma Callahan
James and Emma rode for hours a day only stopping when they needed gas or to sleep. They had born witness to horrible, gruesome sights that would be more appropriate in nightmares. They were currently stopped taking on more gas. "We're getting close. We should be at Fort Meyer by…
» Fell On Black Days
Mission: Towers of the Void (Series Premiere)
Posted on Fri Mar 14th, 2025 @ 7:31pm by Lieutenant Matt Zemke
Matt held onto the buttstock of the M240 as the Land Rover jolted over a bump in the road. He wasn’t sure he’d be able to see anything through his squinted eyes. Tears streamed out the corner of each eye, marking miniscule tracks in the dirt and grime on his…
» Judgement Day and the Immediate Aftermath Part 2
Mission: Towers of the Void (Series Premiere)
Posted on Fri Mar 14th, 2025 @ 5:31pm by Colonel James Colt & Corporal Nicholas Richards & Corporal Emma Callahan & Colonel Silas Hunter
Colonel Silas Hunter emerged from the underground bunker, flanked by a full medical team and additional soldiers. The scene above was one of chaos and devastation. The sky was a dull, ashen gray, streaked with smoke still rising from the earlier explosion. The acrid stench of burning metal and scorched…
» Stage 5 - Acceptance
Mission: Towers of the Void (Series Premiere)
Posted on Fri Mar 14th, 2025 @ 4:59pm by Niyah Monroe
Niyah had spent the night curled up in the corner of an abandoned dry cleaner’s, wedged between a fallen rack of ruined suits and the counter where a cash register had been looted. She had chosen the place because it was small, enclosed, a space where she could keep her…
» Stage 4 - Depression
Mission: Towers of the Void (Series Premiere)
Posted on Sat Feb 8th, 2025 @ 1:52am by Niyah Monroe
The cold metal of the nameplate burned its text into her retinas from across the hallway.
Olivia Flowers, M.A.
Cultural Heritage Specialist
Department of Digitization and Preservation
It was still here. Untouched. Unmoved. Like a cruel joke.
Niyah’s entire body shivered, though not from the cold wind that howled through…