I may be blacklisted for this but a couple of systems have caught my eye lately and was wondering if anyone had thoughts our opinions on either one of these.

The first is The Riddle of Steel. I LOVE! the combat system so much, conversions may take some time but I think the style could translate to a grittier, more realistic depiction of what Birthright could be. It wouldn't be an exact version, but give it a darker undertone.

The second is Pendragon. That already has a lot of style of Birthright, with multi-generational adventures, land holdings. Plus it adds a bit of realism.

All in all I prefer The Riddle of Steel for the shear brutality of it all. What are some of your thoughts? Other systems that would make a good Birthright conversion, and what do you think of my suggestions?

I realize I don't have any clout but this topic interests me. Rule heavy topics just get to clogged up with rule lawyers arguing over this mechanic and that.