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New York by Night [LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and Women-Inclusive]

New York by Night [LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and Women-Inclusive]

Vampire: The Masquerade 5th Edition | Campaign

About the adventure

Welcome to the City That Never Sleeps. It’s 2021, and you’re a new addition to the ranks of the undead. The banquet that is NYC sprawls out before you. Until recently, these streets were firmly under the control of a sect called the Camarilla, a group of vamps that enforce the Masquerade at all costs. But the winds have changed. The Anarchs have claimed the city, toppling the old order and forcing the Cam underground. Now, the city is fractured. The Camarilla is regrouping, searching for the remnants of its old guard to reestablish a foothold. The Anarchs, still consolidating their power, are hunting those loyal to the Tower before they can strike back. And in the shadows, mortals whisper of strange disappearances. The Hunters are stirring… and they’re paying close attention to New York’s crowded streets. To survive, you must pick a side. Will you help the Cam reclaim what they’ve lost? Will you fight to preserve the Anarchs’ hard-won freedom? Will you forge a new path, perhaps one that serves only yourself? Make your choice. The Kindred are watching…

3 years on StartPlaying

1698 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Creativity

Average response time: 24+ hours

Response rate: 100%

Game Master Reviews (92)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Inclusive

Storytelling

Creativity

John avatar

John

Played 12 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 avatar

Nikolas Jennings

Played 5 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 avatar

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 avatar

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 avatar

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 avatar

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 tables

1 available

1 SEAT LEFT

Weekly / Friday - 1:00 AM UTC

May 9 / Session 0

5 / 6 Seats Filled

Additional details

How to prepare

Players will need an internet connection, a mic, a Discord account, and a Roll20 account. Before the start of the game, players should familiarize themselves with the existing lines and veils and take a moment to familiarize themselves with their tech. We use Roll20 for dice rolling and visual references, but Discord for AV. It's helpful if players take a moment to test out their tech settings so that we're ready to go when game time rolls around.

What I provide

I supply the core book, supplements, the VTT, visual references for NPCs and locations, maps, character voices, and a compelling story.

Gameplay details

A list of lines and veils will be provided at the beginning of the game, and players are welcome to add their own. Also, safety cards are integrated into the VTT. I will briefly introduce how to use the safety deck feature so that all players can communicate their comfort levels throughout the game.

Content warnings

• Alcohol Use

• Blood

• Death

• Gore

• Murder

• Violence

• Guns

• Language/Cursing

• Memory Erasing

• Mind alteration

• Mind Control

Safety tools used

Lines and Veils

Session 0

X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

Initial character concepts will be discussed during Session 0. Following Session 0, players will create their neonate character with guidance from the ST. Players joining after Session 0 will create their character, with input from the ST and fellow players.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

Medium

Roleplay

High

Puzzles

Low

Experience level

Beginner

Platforms used

Roll20

Discord

1 SEAT LEFT
$18.50

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Weekly / Saturday - 5:00 PM UTC

May 10 / Session 13

2-3 Hour Duration

5 / 6 Seats Filled

Schedule

Sat, May 10 | 5:00 PM - Session 13

Sat, May 17 | 5:00 PM - Session 14

Sat, May 24 | 5:00 PM - Session 15

Sat, May 31 | 5:00 PM - Session 16

Requirements

Experience required: Beginner

Age: 18+