Character Slots
Initially, players will have one Active Character slot. After a trial period where you grow to have an understanding of the setting and game, you may ask the STs to unlock a 2nd and possibly 3rd Active Character slot. You must bring this up, STs will not assume you want multiple characters. This trial period will also give STs a feel for your activity level, involvement in story, and your rp style. STs will vote privately and you will be informed of their decision privately. Majority vote is required. The game owner has veto rights to deny additional slots.
Each character beyond your first must include a small write up explaining how your character fits in the current story and what their motivations will be. It will be on you to create the initial story hook and get your characters involved in plot. No additional characters will be approved without this write up.
Character Creation Method
For simplicity sake, all new characters will use the V5 creation method. The end results after the 50 bonus XP is not significant enough to justify complicating the rules.
Starting XP
Moving forward, all newly created characters will start with 50 XP regardless of their generation or when they were embraced. An additional 15 XP is still available for those who fill out the 5/4/3/2/1 tab on their character sheet. All existing characters will have bonus xp added to their sheet equal to the difference in their creation method.
Power Character Slot
We will be opening the possibility for all players to have ONE additional slot they can use to convert their beloved existing character to V5 and our game. This slot does require a probation period similar to opening Active Character Slots as mentioned above. It is on you as the player to express your interest to the STs to initiate the vote, once again requiring a majority from the existing STs with the game owner having veto power to deny. STs will be more particular about who they give their vote of confidence to.
Some things we will be looking for include:
- Ability to involve your character in plot and open scenes.
- Generous roleplaying qualities, such as encouraging other pcs to get involved and use their special skills to aid the group.
- Knowledge of the setting and VtM in general.
- A desire to progress plot and grow the story.
- General rp activity.
All Power Characters will require the 5/4/3/2/1, a brief background/history, and a concept of how your character will add to the game and be involved. No bonus XP will be granted for these efforts as they are mandatory for consideration. The STs will give you an XP guideline to sheet your concept.
How to Earn XP
- Active Characters who have rp'd at least once in the month are eligible for 6 XP at the end of that month.
- Power Characters who have rp'd at least once in the month are eligible for 3 XP at the end of that month.
- Plot nights will no longer award XP. We hope you join them because you enjoy them but there should not be a feeling of missing out if you are busy because of real life obligations.
- STs may still award 1-2 XP for exceptional rp, generous rp, and playing your character's flaws without being prompted.
- From time to time, Player XP might be offered for submitting content for the website, such as summarizing plot nights, events, or the story so far.
V5 Health
We were play testing modified health rules up till now, however with other recent changes we've decided to revert to V5 Health rules as written. This means your Total Health is equal to 3 + Your Stamina. There may be additional effects that modify this further.