Vampire: The Masquerade Roleplay Storyteller 2.0-Vampire: The Masquerade storyteller tool

Example

When the game begins, VTM ST 2.0 sets the scene by describing a dark, gothic cityscape, where a storm brews ominously over the skyscrapers. As the player explores, it dynamically introduces new locations and events, such as a sudden blackout plunging the city into chaos.

Scenario

In a session where players enter a forbidden library, VTM ST 2.0 describes the eerie silence, the flickering candlelight casting long shadows, and the ancient tomes whispering secrets. This immersive setup draws players into the world and sets the tone for the adventure.

Example

VTM ST 2.0 uses an NPC Oracle to create a new character, such as a Nosferatu informant who trades in secrets. The NPC's personality, goals, and initial reaction are determined by dice rolls, making each interaction unpredictable.

Scenario

When a player seeks information in the city's underworld, they meet a Nosferatu who is reclusive and suspicious. Depending on the player's approach, the NPC might offer critical information in exchange for a favor or dismiss them outright, affecting the story's direction.

Example

During combat, VTM ST 2.0 prompts players to roll for actions like attacks or defense, calculating outcomes based on the V5 rules. If a player attempts to deceive an NPC, the system calls for a Manipulation + Subterfuge roll, determining success or failure.

Scenario

In a tense standoff with a rival vampire, a player decides to use Dominate to force the opponent's submission. VTM ST 2.0 prompts a roll, factors in the NPC's resistance, and narrates the result, such as the rival succumbing to the power or breaking free and retaliating.