I created a spreadsheet that automatically creates maps for Lancer using the Map Forge rules in Lancer: Field Guide - Karrakin Trade Baronies with Method 2, which is really the only one I could use for this process.
The instructions and notes are pretty self-explanatory, but to briefly explain:
There are two dropdowns: Location Number (the number of significant locations) and Map Type (Urban, Regional, or System.) It automatically incorporates populated area generation with a 1d6 for Regional maps and adds extra draws for Diamonds in Urban and System maps.
What this program cannot do:
- It cannot move Urban Notable Feature cards under nearby location cards
- It cannot draw rivers between water features, mountains, and edges in Regional maps
- It cannot draw boundaries in System maps
- It cannot save previous maps without copying them.
I considered making Location Number an entry field rather than a dropdown but decided to go with the book recommendation. If you want custom numbers, this is an easy change: just replace the dropdown with whatever number you like.
To generate maps, create your own copy. It has no means of saving a prior map, so make sure you save and copy both maps to the Blank Maps tab at once.
Let me know if you have any issues with it!