An out of character Symbel

::Presented by Gordon::

Who May Enter: any player with a Vampire character that is currently active of will be started in one of the two March games.

The Challenge: Submit a short story about your character to enter. The story must be with in the horror genre theme of VTM and focus on their inner struggle between their Beast and Humanity. It does need to be violent, gruesome, or involve a shock factor. It should be focusing on an internal struggle and will be considered to be story cannon (ie: anything you write Andrew is free to use as he sees fit). Your story must be limited to 1,000 words or less and be suitable for publishing on the game page. Once I pick a winner I will publish all entries on the IC FB page and/or the game website. One entry per player.

How to Submit: Stories are to be sent to me at gordondjensen@gmail.com

Form: I prefer Word files attached to email or FB PM. Alternate options are possible, just contact me.
Special Note: I will accept co-entries from partnerships of up to two players per entry but must involve both player's characters. Prizes will be split.

The Prizes:
1st place - You will receive a Major Boon from my character (IC reason to be determined by both of us).
2nd place - You will receive a Minor Boon from my character (IC reason to be determined)
3rd place - You will receive a Trivial Boon from my character (IC reason to be determined)

Deadline: All entries must be sent in PRIOR to March 1st. Prize to be announced March 3rd. Stories will be posted between March 2nd and 10th as time permits.

Downtimes for January are sent

Downtimes have been sent out. Thank you everyone as they are such a great read. Unfortunately I can only share parts of the great plots you guys are developing.

Few observations as the new guy.

- When I am evaluating your free actions because of a skill I look at your level in that skill. A level of 1 in computers will not get you very far. Yes, you get a free downtime action but if you want this to be effective, you need to put the xp into computer. Sorry. (this was not just one person, so don't feel alone in this. Ok, even my character did this. Funny how you think of things differently reading your own stuff too)

- Suggest plot ideas. It's easy to say I look for stuff. What about throwing in, “and I find a rare book that talks about X.” Or, while patrolling I find an unusual shop that sells Y. I am happy to work in things you come up with.

- XP spending is easy but it would be nice to put a little more story into it. If you are learning something new did someone teach you, did you find a book, was there a revelation? Putting a little more effort into this character progression adds to the story. Yes, it also may take downtime actions but its more fun. I consider this especially when you are adding the fourth and fifth dot (or the first). What did you do in game for such accomplishment. Character progression is far more than numbers.

Thanks again
And for those that got funny stuff happening. He he heh.

Welcome to Vampire LARP!

As the current storyteller for the Vampire LARP I am interested in hearing from everyone about things that would entice them to play or try out the game.
I have started a few new ideas which I think will assist.
1. First, several current players have volunteered to mentor new players.
2. I am looking to set up demonstrations of interactions to further elaborate specific game aspects. There is a huge amount of depth in the game which can be overwhelming but also rewarding. More to follow.
3. I am committed to communication both with existing players and people new to try it out.
4. I am developing some quick start characters with both the character sheet, picture, and rules relating to what your character needs to know. The intent is nor new players to quickly get into the game with key info.
5. I am working with SLARPA exec, encouraging the adoption of game wide anti-harassment initiative. (Currently in process).
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I am also doing things for existing players. I have recently found someone willing to act as the in game hunter. I am arranging for lectures on how to use downtime influences better in game.
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I see players coming together with clan meetings. Something to help mentoring with both in and out of character discussions.
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I encourage anyone who is interested to email me and to discuss their expectations. The vampire LARP is incredibly interesting with lots of depth. Plus great costume options.
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Andrew

Volunteer Needed!

I [Andrew - new storyteller!] am looking for a volunteer to give a presentation on using Influence actions in downtimes. I would like to do it 25 Feb at about 2 pm. Venue will depend on how many people are interested in attending but will probably be a restaurant (and likely near 8th).
The talk should cover influence specialties, with examples. The brief should show how these downtime actions can build over time, as you uncover more plot. The point is to help new players in an environment where questions can be asked outside of play. The influence system is a really fun and unique part of the game

So, no costumes or in character stuff. Everyone welcome even if you don’t have downtime influence. No, you can’t delay your downtime until after the lecture.
Post below if you are interested in attending as well.
If someone volunteers I will edit the post.

Gordon Steps Down as Story Teller

Hello everyone, I hope you had an excellent holiday season. The next game will be February 3rd and I hope to get into Saskatoon for a side scene or two after I get some game stuff sorted out.
I also have to announce with some sadness that I cannot continue to run my chronicle for more than a few more months. I have enjoyed the run but between family, work stuffs (I've been volunteered to work on two extra side projects that are taking up a lot of mental space), and a project Jason and I will be starting up this spring I don't feel that I will be able to commit enough to actually run a LARP.

So, if anyone is interested in taking over SBN Darkness Reborn or in starting a new vampire LARP please let me know because I would love to see a vampire LARP continue in Saskatoon because of the great community that has built up around it over the years.  EDIT:: Welcome Andrew as new Storyteller!