Game Rules

Elegant but Simple:

This game is designed to be simple and easy to play. You might not think so when you look at some of the rule books, but it is. The game is designed so as to allow the players to enjoy the playing of the game not the mechanics. Everything in VtM can be as simple as Rock, Paper, and Scissors. However VtM has some inherent dangers, as do all game where people come into close proximity to others. These few simple rules are desinged to keep people safe. Please look over the following and direct any questions you may have to any of the Narrators or the Storyteller.

The Laws According to Jim

        No Drugs or Drinking:
     Sorry everyone but drinking and drugs do not inspire peak performace, and players who are so impaired are a threat to other players and the game. It's one thing to "play" a character who is drunk or stoned, but another thing entirely to actually come to a game under the influence. At best it's tasteless; at worst it's illegal and stupid. Don't do it!

          No Touching and No Stunts:
     That means none whatsoever, well maybe a little. You NEVER actually strike or grapple with another player. It's far to easy too easy for things to get out of hand in the heat of the moment. Save the stunts for your imagination. If you can imagine your're a centuries-old vampire, then you can sure imagine your're swinging on a chandelier or leaping across rooftops. However, you can "show" others how you are going to throw them, but always ask permission. Neve touch anyone that does not want you to.

          Be Mindful of Others:
     Not everyone around you is playing the game. ou want to ensure that your game and your players are welcomed. Frightening people and getting the local law enforcement called on you is not the way to have fun. Also repect others property, games are held in and around peoples homes, do not break anything and if you do; admit it and pay for the damages. Most of all just behave yourself and don't get carried away so EVERYONE can continue to have fun.

        No Weapons:
     Ok, this rule is desinged to protect anyone playing out of doors. No weapons will be allowed outside at any time. If you are going to bring a weapon to the game be sure that it is a FAKE, we don't need any real weapons, and carried in a bag.. Yes, that means; no knives, swords, guns of any type, no baseball bats, NOTHING!!! You may bring water pistols and plastic Holloween weapons as long as they are painted white or blaze orange. The last thing you or anyone needs is to have the police called and someone gets shot for carrying a weapon. This is a fun game not a prelude to a funeral.

          It's Only a Game:
     If a character dies, if a rival gets the upper hand, it's just a game. You and the rest of the players are doing this for fun. Taking things too seriouly, or taking character issues into real life, will only spoil everyone's enjoyment. Remember, playing a game should be fun - if you're not having fun, it's time for a reassessment.
     Leave the game behind when the session's over. This is only a character your a playing, not a real person. When the game is over for the night, it's OVER. Take out your fangs and go back to the real world.

     This is the most important rule of all

          Have Fun:
     Not "Win." Not "Go out and conquer everyone else." Just have fun, because in VtM, it's not about how the game ends, but what happens along the way.