Lexicon of Lore V3
Lexicon of Lore V3
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they stay the same. It’s the Chamber that leads the clan
these nights, not Augustus. Many of his old loyalists met
their Final Death to make way for new members rising
through the ranks or brought in from the cold with the
AMANDA CHASTAIN
FROM VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE - OUT FOR BLOOD
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nce a lowly neonate with the sheriff, and set up a node
among the Toreador for the Circulatory System
of Chicago, Amanda
Chastain ventured Still drawn to fame, a vestige from
out to the small town of Jericho her early days in vaudeville in the
Heights to set up her own domain 1920s, she now hosts a popular pod-
where her influence now reaches cast that reaches tens of thousands
every part of the town. Having of loyal fans each day. Her influence
made most of her money in sales of over the people of Jericho Heights
cryptocurrencies and stock futures, knows no limits, and her sphere
she started her new domain with of influence continues to widen,
considerable resources. It took little stretching across the county, and
time for her to establish herself in even into Chicago.
the small town. She propped up
a puppet mayor, Bonded him along
LORE
The Pulse: In frequent talks with you a permanent Contact ( ) - the Learning the System:
Chastain, you receive stock tips, insider group can help you out for the right Chastain considers you a close personal
trading offers, and invitations to invest- price, and once per story, you can add friend and has taught you her system
ment clubs, all of which prove fruitful. three extra dice to your pool while of setting up a domain. Through close
Once per story, gain three extra dice in hacking. Each hack comes with some personal tutelage, she has given you the
any Finance dice pools. risks, though, and failing may result in tools of her trade, a rather ruthless and
compromising your Mask or Haven at influential trade at that. She taught you
Boss Lady: You have a personal the Storyteller’s discretion. how to gain the love and respect of
relationship with Chastain. Not only does those in the community, effectively grant-
she consider you an associate , but she Blood Work: Chastain has ing you Influence ( ). When dealing
has taken you under her wing and acts as access to The Circulatory System, and with mortal politicians, law enforcement,
your mentor. You possess Mawla is willing to share the blood for a favor or the media, add two extra dice to all
( ) (Amanda Chastain). If you’re too or two. You can perform long-distance Social dice pools. Once per story, you
public with this relationship, you may risk tasks for her per Storyteller’s discretion may ask for Chastain’s assistance and
attracting attention of one of Amanda’s and no more than twice per story, with receive it (at the Storyteller’s discretion).
enemies ( ). difficulty 4. Upon succeeding, you receive
a vessel bearing a resonance of your
Hacking the System: Having choice. Failing at fulfilling Amanda’s or-
access to many of Chastain’s contacts, ders may pose additional risks, depend-
you have made acquaintance with a ing on the nature of the task.
group of mortal hackers. This grants
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BLOOD A SCETICISM
I f blood is an addiction for the Kindred, then it’s no
surprise that some vampires try to kick the habit.
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ity, Gnostic heretics and Kindred
exchanged information and Blood,
creating the Cainite Heresy
that Caine was the true messiah, Christ was the
Second Caine, and Cainites are His angels on
Earth, opposing the wicked Demiurge: the “God”
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nce Prince of Marseilles
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CONVENTION OF THORNS
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ou are a scholar of the
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the formation of the Cama-
rilla. Perhaps you descend from one of
the most important participants who
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o hear many Ventrue tell it, Hard-
estadt was the most important
Ventrue for eight centuries, until his
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ome claim she dwells in the Americas,
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DESCENDANT OF VASANTASENA
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asantasena and her Malkavian sire Unmada traveled the world
throughout the Middle Ages, preaching against the Blood Bond.
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DESCENDANT OF ZELIOS
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Laissez les
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FATIMA AL-FAQADI
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cient among tonight’s active Kindred. Known within the
what happened to her once-lover and rival, Lucita. For her part,
Fatima silences such rumors with a stare almost as deadly as her
knives.
FIORENZA SAVONA
Hard-nosed and unafraid to tell another vampire to corporations, and individual mortals possessing real
take a running jump, Fiorenza worked hard as a mor- power. Where her predecessors focused on vampire poli-
tal and continues to do so as a Kindred to ensure that tics, Fiorenza believes the key to Kindred longevity lies in
wealthy and powerful vampires remain in their positions. the manipulation of the living.
FLESH-E ATERS
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GE H E N NA C U LT S
D epending on whom you ask, Gehenna will soon
befall the Kindred, or it’s happening right now,
or it’s happened already and vampires are just
play-acting in the crumbling ruins of their unlives while
the world comes apart at the seams. While some deride
the notion of Gehenna as an invention for duping the
guileless, a feverish millenarianism has gripped many
Kindred with the belief that these are indeed the Final
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ost vampires claim it’s a mythical
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hough formally
far, of course.
JEANETTE/THERESE VOERMAN
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ou come from one of the clans histori-
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PL AGUES OF GEHEN NA
V ampire and disease have been intertwined
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selves through corrupting the herd upon which they
feed. Whatever the reasoning, the outcome is usually the most sect-aligned Kindred try to stamp out blisters as
soon as possible.
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PURE VENTRUE LINEAGE
When they speak, others listen. It is one thing to know your ancestry, it is
ROAD COURIER
FROM VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE - NIGHT ROAD
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amarilla domains learned the hard way that online communi-
cation is a death trap for Kindred. To escape the fires of the
Second Inquisition, vampires have turned to physical couriers.
Europe can sometimes rely on rooftop runners and the discre-
tion of sewer-dwelling Nosferatu, but the vast empty spaces of the conti-
nents, especially the New World, require messengers to brave the open road.
While ghoul couriers have the advantage of operating during the day, they
can be vulnerable whenever they stop, so Princes and Barons are sometimes
forced to employ discreet and loyal Kindred to transport vital documents
and artifacts.
LORE
Bucket: As long as you’re in an Ride or Die: Unlife is filled with dot Adversary for as long as you stay in
urban area or along a major road, you uncertainties, but at least there’s one the city.
rarely have problems finding a ride for thing you know you can always count on.
the night. Add two extra dice to your Select one vehicle that you’ve had for Midnight Express: You
Intelligence + Streetwise rolls while at least one entire story; the bonus for know spotters, scouts, and fellow couri-
looking for a temporary vehicle. Every operating and working on this vehicle is ers across the country. They function as
success above the margin of difficulty three dice. two dots in Contacts. In addition, once
gives some extra comfort and ensures per story, you can order them to watch
you won’t instantly alert the police. Highway Harbringer: and clear the roads ahead of you for a
You’ve been delivering bad news long single night, letting you maintain a high-
Six in the Morning: You know enough that vampires know your arrival way speed of 75 miles per hour in even
a hundred forgotten caves, empty ga- spells trouble. For the first three nights in the worst bucket and 150 miles per hour
rages, and abandoned warehouses. Once a new city after you announce yourself, in a high-end cruising vehicle like a Mer-
per story, receive a four-dice bonus to you gain a three-dice bonus to all Intimi- cedes or a sports car. You need to decide
a Survival test to find shelter, as long dation, Investigation, and Streetwise tests on a start and end point before you set
as you’re on a road or street and have with vampires, as people make stupid out. Your spotters clear out any mundane
a vehicle. Your temporary haven is big mistakes and rumors spread like wildfire. problems, like speed traps. They can’t
enough for a large van. However, your coming is now ominous protect you from vampires, Lupines, or
enough that a paranoid Prince or other other supernatural threats, but they can
notable vampire makes it their business usually warn you or provide you with
to end you or drive you out. Gain a two- alternate routes if you come under fire.
RUDI
animale du jour
SECT WAR VETERAN
T the war for North America in the 1990s and early 2000s
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SHERIFF QUI
FROM VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE - PARLIAMENT OF KNIVES
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ew Kindred in Canadian domains fuel the ever-churning rumor
mill quite like the enigmatic Nosferatu, Sheriff Qui. Even the
dullest of fledglings recognize that his given name is a moniker,
but only those close to him know his true identity as James Coyle,
a name he left behind in the United States decades ago. Qui’s most
distinguishing feature, or lack thereof, is the absence of his clan’s monstrous
disfigurements with the notable exception of a sinuous, pulsating scar that
snakes down the back of his neck. How was the curse altered? Neither
bribery nor threat have been successful in wresting the secret from him.
LORE
Ally of an Ally: You've worked for Private Eye: You were tutored ready for action. In addition to standard
Qui in the past—but not directly. You've by Qui in the subtle art of sleuthing and battle prowess, they will also give one
never actually met the Sheriff, but that you’ve spent years honing your skills. In a automatic success in any conflict involv-
doesn't necessarily stop you from using rare moment of candor, the Sheriff pro- ing the Sabbat.
the association to your advantage. Once fessed that you were one of the most
per story you may successfully talk your capable students he’d ever trained. Gain Dangerous Secrets:
way out of (or into) trouble by invoking Specialty (Sleuthing) to either Investiga- You've worked closely with Qui in
Qui's name at the Storyteller’s discretion. tion or Streetwise, and once per story, the past and learned a key piece of
add four dice to a roll using this specialty. the secret to his subversion of the
He calls his Car "She": Before Nosferatu curse. Whether this informa-
his appointment as Sheriff, Qui was Comrades in Arms: tion is entirely accurate or not is imma-
known as a discreet and reliable fixer. Many years ago, you assisted Qui in the terial: powerful Kindred believe that it's
Adept as he is at detective work and successful defense of Ottawa against true and will offer you a major boon in
assassination, he still needed a source for Montreal's Sabbat raiders. Those few exchange for everything you know. If you
inconspicuous vehicles and other tools who survived the destruction of Prince choose to sell, you gain six dots to spend
of the trade. You were one of his favored Cranston in the subsequent ill-fated on any combination of Contacts, Influ-
suppliers, gaining his gratitude for procur- counter-attack regard you as an ally. ence, Haven, and Resources. Divulging
ing a particular silver sedan that he still They've scattered to other domains this information will make an enemy of
favors for stakeouts. Gain a two dice since, but some may be called upon in Qui, who counts as a four-dot Adversary.
bonus on Finance, Streetwise, or Persua- times of need. These comrades count as Keeping the secret earns Qui’s respect
sion tests involving selling or obtaining a three-dot Mawla and will fight on your and you may call on him once per
vehicles and vehicle parts. behalf once per story. They must be chronicle as a four-dot Mawla.
given 24 hours’ notice to arrive and get
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ot many young Kindred have heard of the Daugh-
ters of Cacophony, but stories of undead singers ex-
traordinaire are occasionally told in Elysia by those
who claim to have met one. A rumored bloodline
(although rumormongers cannot agree whether of clan Malkavian,
Toreador, or another), the legendary sirens can allegedly sway and
hurt using their voice alone, capable of shattering much more than
glass. Any appearance of a particularly vocally talented Kindred (of
any gender, as “Daughters” is but a title) in the domain may spark
gossip, and a few Kindred fear the legends enough to act preemp-
tively on such news, turning rumor into danger for the alleged Siren.
Some do not believe in Daughters’ existence, while others success-
fully pretend to be one, despite their sires knowing nothing of such
connection.
LORE
Aspiring Idol: Perhaps you trained Wayward Daughter: You’ve Regardless of the source, the beauty
your voice daily before your Embrace, heard about Daughters of Cacophony, and power of your voice surpasses most
and find the nightly routine a practice and whatever you’ve heard, you turned mortal singers. Gain four additional dice
that helps you maintain some connection into your identity. You successfully (so far) to any vocal performances, but your
to your mortal past, or maybe you’re pretend to be a Daughter in the domain talent has earned you some unwanted
just naturally gifted with a pleasant voice you reside in. You’ve also convinced the “fans.” Gain the Stalkers Flaw, and a single
and you like the sound of it. Receive local Kindred society to treat you like a powerful Adversary who feels either
two additional dice to any roll involving big deal (though some individuals may jealous or possessive of you.
singing, but if you fail, suffer an immediate argue). This comes with benefits —
Compulsion for the shame you brought receive four dots to distribute among Rejuvenating Voice:
on yourself. Status, Herd and Mawla. However, Your voice is almost supernaturally
someone - like your sire — knows your soothing. Gain two additional dice to
Surprise Performance: secret, and might use it against you if you your non-intimidation Presence rolls, as
The talent lies dormant within you, and give them a reason. Once that happens, well as while using Quell the Beast or
comes to light in the most unexpected lose your gained advantages and gain Obeah. Additionally, once per story, you
moments. Once per story, receive two Flaw: Suspect among the faction you're can restore three levels of Superficial
extra successes on a roll involving public the most acquainted with. Willpower damage to everyone capable
speaking. This can be done after the roll of hearing your voice. This performance
has been made, and can be paired with Songstress Supreme: must last for one scene. If interrupted, all
using Presence. Maybe the vitae of the Daughters re- listeners suffer one point of Superficial
ally does flow in your undead veins, or Willpower damage.
maybe you’re just exceptionally talented.
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T E M PL E OF BO OM C ON T R AC T
He also uses this entertainment empire to conceal his unlife
— hiding in plain sight, as he likes to say.
Victor may be based in L.A., but his influence is beginning
to extend beyond his home domain: having a connection to the
Baron can open up opportunities of wealth, power, and fame, as
long as you maintain loyalty to Victor Temple himself, and don’t
mistake his affability for complacency.
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ictor Temple is, in his own words, the “Undis-
puted Baron of the Valley.” This Ventrue controls
the largest Anarch territories in Los Angeles, and
perhaps in North America. Victor's enterprises
include several popular nightclubs and an expanding music label
business that he promotes under the name Temple of Boom.
LORE
Chocolate Drop: You’re the new- become a person of interest to some- If Not Now, When?:
est employee of Temple of Boom, either one who has beef with Victor Temple Victor Temple owes you a Major Boon.
as a performer or promoter in your or the Temple of Boom in general. Gain Whether you obtained this from him
city. Gain a dot in Fame and a dot in the Enemy Flaw at one dot for the rest personally, or got it through transfers,
Contacts. Your new found status has a of the current Story. it is the most valuable currency you
downside: Gain the Stalker Flaw Maharaja/Maharani: own. At Storyteller Discretion, you may
I Got Connections: The Temple Temple of Boom isn’t just a recording personally request something significant
of Boom is always looking for new label, but also a coveted name in the from the wealthy, influential Ventrue,
talent, and they are not above poaching nightclub business. By demonstrating such as access to Hunter weapons
from competitors. At the Storyteller’s loyalty to the Temple of Boom business or even the phone number of a local
Discretion, you may request an advance family, Victor Temple has granted you Werewolf. Should you do this, the Ivory
on your salary, and add two dots of Re- the right to open one of his clubs as a Tower will not be able to ignore your
sources or Contacts for the rest of the franchise in your city. Your Haven, Fame, connection to the Anarch Movement.
current Story, in exchange for procuring Resources, and Herd all increase by one Gain the Shunned (Camarilla) Flaw.
new talent for Temple of Boom dot, and you receive a specialty in either
This is Fine: Once per Story, Finance (accounting) or Performance
you may name-drop Victor Temple and (showmanship). Due to Victor Temple’s
gain 3 extra dice to Social tests in a busi- tactic of “hiding in plain sight”, your as-
ness/entertainment environment, such sociation with the club will gain you the
as gaining entrance to a nightclub, for Compromised Haven Flaw.
the remainder of the scene. Should you
do this, however, you will automatically
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LORESHEET
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rince Peisistratos of Athens has long nurtured
an appreciation for the dramatic arts, especially when
used to commemorate the illustrious past of the Hel-
lenes. His troupe of ghouls, kept in relative luxury in his
palace nestled under the Acropolis, enjoy an envied but precarious
position in the Prince’s court. Although prized for their acting
talent and extensive knowledge of classical Greece, they exist in a
state of perpetual threat, should their performance fall short of the
Prince’s exacting taste. Still, for those given a choice, it’s a risk worth
taking—because the one who earns the Prince’s favor can also hope
to taste the gift of his Embrace.
LORE
Silent Actor: Your life as a ghoul is No Longer In The to your performances while on stage.
over, but you are still not given speaking Shadows: Years spent on stage made Gain Enemy ( ) Stalker.
parts in the Prince’s tragedies. How- you crave attention, and you know you
ever, you've found that people tend to shine best when all the lights are on you. Impresario: Long gone
underestimate the power of silence, and Whenever members of your coterie are the days when you were afflicted
you can use that to your advantage. Your make a significant attempt to stay low by stage fright before the cold gaze of a
silent years have allowed you to cultivate (using Stealth or Composure rolls) with dead-hearted audience. Now you know
your powers of observation. It’s amazing you present, you can automatically cause the ins and outs of the Prince’s court, and
what one can discover if they can just them to fail in exchange for 3 additional exactly how to put together a show that
keep their mouth shut. Once per story, dice to your next Charisma roll. will bring you the results you want. Gain
you can ask the Storyteller for a piece of three dots to distribute among Influence
information that is hidden from everyone Diva: You have been part of and Status. Once per story, gain three
else, but is obvious to you. the Prince’s troupe for as long as you can dice to a Performance roll of your choice,
remember. You’ve persevered through meant to sway the minds of others to
It Speaks: You proved yourself long years of hard work and abusive your gain, sending a clear message to
to the Prince and you were finally given impresarios, and survived the jealousy your audience (like “we need to unite
speaking parts in his troupe, performing and sabotage of your fellow players. Now against the common enemy”, “do not
in front of Kindred and mortals. Gain is your time to shine. Kindred are a tough trust the Prince”, “Anarchs are the only
Fame ( ) and two extra dice whenever crowd, but these nights you lack neither future for this domain”). Messy Critical or
performing plays you learnt with the the talent nor the experience to be truly Bestial Failure on this roll may end up in
troupe. One of the troupe ghouls is jeal- irresistible. Distribute three dots among disastrous consequences to your cause.
ous of you, earning you Enemy ( ) Flaw. Fame and Herd, and two additional dice
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t was not so long ago the Tremere were the strong-
est clan, or at least, one of the most organized. You
know the Pyramid was a perfect structure for Kin-
dred hierarchy, enforcing loyalty through bonds of
Blood and oaths of loyalty to house and family, ensuring
power rose to the top, with the rewards trickling down.
Or perhaps you studied the Pyramid for the corrupt bas-
tion it was, and celebrated its collapse.
You know the inner workings of the Tremere Pyra-
mid. You could construct such an hierarchy again, or help
to erode it.
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ampires of a certain
age remind their could exist in harmony, shattered.
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Age of Constantinople, where the
Trinity of Michael, the Dracon,
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Week of Nightmares fell, with
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THEO BELL
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dred active tonight.
Embraced in the 17th century C.E. when she was still known as
follower for the French army, and drew little regard but for her beauty and stun-
of the Ashirra.
natural talents and wit, and our sect points her out as everything other Kindred