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Free materials from the First Bulletin archive — preview documents, play aids, and reference materials. All files are cleared for general distribution.

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Dead Drop

The following materials are in preparation and will be made available as free downloads ahead of the Kickstarter campaign.

In-World Publication
The Witness

The Cold War broadsheet of record for First Bulletin. Each issue is a fully realized in-world newspaper giving players and Gaffers a window into the cities and events of the operational theatre. Both issues are free on DriveThruRPG.

Vol. 15 Issue 3 — Download Free → Vol. 15 Issue 4 — Download Free → Vol. 15 Issue 5 — Download Free →
Rules Preview
Quick-Start Rules

A condensed version of the core resolution rules — enough to run a one-shot or introduce the system to your table before the full rulebook ships.

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Institutional Reference
ARCO: An Institutional Overview

A classified briefing document covering the structure, mandate, and operational philosophy of the Atlantic Research & Communications Office — the network at the centre of First Bulletin. Essential reading for new Station personnel.

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Intelligence Assessment
Threat Assessment: Hostile Intelligence Personnel

A 1958 ARCO counterintelligence assessment of hostile intelligence personnel operating in the European theatre. Named KGB, GRU, and MfS officers, their methods, and their assessed threat levels. Essential operational context for Station Chiefs.

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