Chicago by Night
Vampire: The Masquerade 5th Edition | Campaign
About the adventure
Welcome to Chicago, the glittering jewel in the Camarilla’s crown. A city that was once ravaged by fire and fang is now a Kindred paradise… or is it? Intrigues simmer beneath the placid surface of nightly politics, and mysteries lurk around every corner of the City by the Lake. As a neonate, you must navigate these heart-pounding political intrigues, thwart the schemes of your enemies, and take sides in the nightly battle for control of the city. The night is yours, neonate. What will you do with it? This Game Features: ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 🌎 Shared world- your actions impact the entire World of Darkness 🎭 Cameos and cross-overs 📖 Access to the Storyteller’s V5 library 📻 Ambient/musical soundtrack 🧛♀️ Compelling characters and worldbuilding 🗺️ Custom maps, tokens, and VTT backdrops 🕵️ Mysteries for your character to unravel 👾 Entities/creatures from across the World of Darkness
5.0
(92)
3 years on StartPlaying
1676 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Creativity
Average response time: 20 hours
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (92)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Inclusive
Storytelling
Creativity
John
Played 10 sessions
Have played with this Storyteller for enough sessions to get a feel, and I'm super impressed on every level. There is almost no wasted time at our table, sessions are lean but there's a tremendous amount accomplished. I don't mean that we're railroaded or not allowed to have fun with things, I mean that we're artfully kept from spinning our wheels in choice paralysis or overplanning, so we accomplish more in a single two hour session than some other tables I've been on accomplish in multiple longer sessions. It's clear that a tremendous amount of thought goes into their game world, both in terms of lore and in terms of table rules. Great scene-setting, memorable characters, good hooks. If you aren't a fit for the table, you'll both find it out quickly and go your separate ways without hard feelings, like adults. 10/10.
Nikolas Jennings
Played 4 sessions
Byrne is a fantastic storyteller! She has an incredible way of weaving what the players say into a cohesive narrative and is a joy to work with. One of my favorite things I have seen in her work so far is how she seems to be genuinely overjoyed for her players success. I look forward to many more sessions with her!
Kai Solace
Niamh was incredibly generous of her time in running a webinar for fellow GMs! She is incredibly thorough, kind, and a consummate professional. I am very grateful to be able to benefit from her expertise.
Robert Grant
an excellent presentation on how to deal with problem players as a GM. The use of technology was good and the handout with the notes. Able to give a clear list of the type of problem players and methods for dealing with them during a game and out.
JamesCORP
The webinar offered valuable insights into managing challenging situations with problem players on StartPlaying. While the session was highly informative, a slightly more concise format could enhance the experience. Overall, it was an enlightening discussion that provided useful perspectives.
Nick
Webinar on problem players was immensely helpful and important for every GM that wants to get involved with the craft of GMing and interpersonal interactions during the course of running games!
Additional details
How to prepare
This game takes place online, so players will need an internet connection, a Discord account, and a free Roll20 account. Players will also need a mic; webcams are recommended, but not required. Players are encouraged to familiarize themselves with VtM Clans and the character creation process prior to Session 0.
What I provide
I run fast-paced games that lean into the horror elements of Vampire the Masquerade. My VtM campaigns take place within a shared universe, so the actions of one coterie can have a far-reaching impact on the universe itself.
Gameplay details
Lines and Veils will be established during Session 0 and recorded in a document on the VTT. Players that join after Session 0 will have an opportunity to contribute to the list during onboarding. Digital safety cards are also enabled on the VTT, so players will always be able to stop uncomfortable scenes.
Content warnings
• Blood
• Body Horror
• Death
• Fire
• Guns
• Language/Cursing
• Memory Erasing
• Mind alteration
• Mind Control
• Murder
• Violence
• Character Death
• Forced Blood Draining
• Mental Illness
• Real World Religion
• Alcohol Use
• Drugs (addiction, use, withdrawal)
• Self-Harm
Safety tools used
• Aftercare
• Bleed
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
Players will decide on character concepts together during Session 0, with the assistance of the Storyteller. Collectively, players will also choose a coterie concept. Players joining after Session 0 will create their characters independently, using the Character Creation Summary in the core book and with the assistance of the ST. Sect will be determined during Session 0.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Low
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• Discord
• Roll20
$21.50
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 5:00 PM UTC
Apr 20 / Session 18
2-3 Hour Duration
5 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+