Popular World Of Darkness Books

18+ [Hand Picked] Popular Books On World Of Darkness

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Vampire: The Masquerade Revised by Mark Rein-Hagen (Creator) , Phil Brucato , Andrew Bates

They stalk in the shadows, moving gracefully and unseen among their prey. They are the blood-drinking fiends of whispered legends - Kindred, Cainites, the Damned. Above all, they are vampires. Their eternal struggle, waged since the nights of Jericho and Babylon, plays itself out among the skyscrapers and nightclubs of the modern world. But the vampires' grand Masquerade i They stalk in the shadows, moving gracefully and unseen among their prey. They are the blood-drinking fiends of whispered legends - Kindred, Cainites, the Damned. Above all, they are vampires. Their eternal struggle, waged since the nights of Jericho and Babylon, plays itself out among the skyscrapers and nightclubs of the modern world. But the vampires' grand Masquerade is imperilled, and the night of Gehenna draws ever closer. Until the End of All Things The new edition of Vampire: The Masquerade is an updated, revised version of the popular classic. In this mammoth volume can be found all 13 clans, all major Disciplines, and a host of brand-new information on both the Kindred and the. . . things. . . that hunt them. This book compiles everything that a Vampire player and Storyteller needs to know about the Kindred and the World of Darkness™ for the new millennium. Plus, the new edition provides all-new information on the changes that afflict the clans, and on the beginning of the end of the Camarilla. Finally, the first of the Storyteller rulebooks is the best again.

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4.4/5

The World of Darkness by Bill Bridges , Rick Chillot , Ken Cliffe , Mike Lee

We live our days completely ignorant of the true terrors lurking around us. Only rarely do our experiences draw back the veil of shadows and reveal the horror in our midst. These glimpses into the supernatural can cause us to retreat into comforting lies - 'There are no such things as monsters' - or stir our morbid curiosity. Only a few, however, can overcome their fear an We live our days completely ignorant of the true terrors lurking around us. Only rarely do our experiences draw back the veil of shadows and reveal the horror in our midst. These glimpses into the supernatural can cause us to retreat into comforting lies - 'There are no such things as monsters' - or stir our morbid curiosity. Only a few, however, can overcome their fear and dare to look deeper. The World of Darkness Rulebook introduces a version of our contemporary world where the supernatural is real. Players join to tell tales of mystery and horror, where theme, mood and plot are more important to a character s experiences than his weapons or equipment. Inside are rules for character creation, task resolution, combat and any activity your character attempts as he delves into the shadows.

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Vampire: The Requiem by Ari Marmell , Dean Shomshak , C.A. Suleiman

Welcome to the Danse Macabre Since time immemorial, the Kindred — vampires — have stalked their prey, unseen by the mortal masses. Their world is a xenophobic nightmare, populated by tyrannical despots, wildeyed heretics, bloodthirsty rogues and scheming manipulators, all unified by the mysterious curse of vampirism. And you would join them? You would live forever? To play Welcome to the Danse Macabre Since time immemorial, the Kindred — vampires — have stalked their prey, unseen by the mortal masses. Their world is a xenophobic nightmare, populated by tyrannical despots, wildeyed heretics, bloodthirsty rogues and scheming manipulators, all unified by the mysterious curse of vampirism. And you would join them? You would live forever? To play the lusts of mortals like a violinist plays the strings? Then beware, the price is steep to enter the neofeudal hell that the Damned have wrought. Welcome to Undeath Join the revival of the Storytelling tradition. Vampire: The Requiem invites you to tell your own stories set within the world of the Kindred. This book includes rules for using vampires in World of Darkness chronicles, covering everything from the five clans to covenants to Disciplines, bloodlines, storytelling advice and a complete spread of game systems governing the undead. Hardcover. Requires the World of Darkness rulebook for play.

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4.9/5

Toreador by Stewart Wieck , John Van Fleet (Illustrator)

"The World of Darkness Exposed It begins with Clan Novel: Toreador, but this novel is just the beginning of a 13-book series dedicated to the Kindred. It's the biggest event in World of Darkness history This epic series of over one million words will reveal the secrets of this hidden world, from the smallest detail to the grandest marvel. The Nosferatu's apparent scheme to "The World of Darkness Exposed It begins with Clan Novel: Toreador, but this novel is just the beginning of a 13-book series dedicated to the Kindred. It's the biggest event in World of Darkness history This epic series of over one million words will reveal the secrets of this hidden world, from the smallest detail to the grandest marvel. The Nosferatu's apparent scheme to put the Eye of Hazimel into the hands of the Setite Vegel will decide the fates of Kindred legions -- and will determine the future of the Camarilla and Sabbat, the sects engaged in a massive war along the entire East Coast. And the list of schemers doesn't end there. Can you say ""Antediluvian""? Each novel in the series focuses on a member of one of the 13 vampire clans. Clan Novel: Toreador sets events into motion with Victoria Ash: a high-ranking Camarilla manipulator who turns plots, assassinations and wars to her advantage".

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3.8/5

Guide to the Sabbat by Justin Achilli

Shadows of the Elders War The Sabbat are depraved monsters, reveling in their Damned state and herding the kine about them like cattle. Or so it would seem to the uninitiated. In truth, the Sabbat wage a secret war on the elders, struggling night after night to free themselves from the tyranny of the dread Antediluvians and the Jyhad itself. But are their tactics effective Shadows of the Elders War The Sabbat are depraved monsters, reveling in their Damned state and herding the kine about them like cattle. Or so it would seem to the uninitiated. In truth, the Sabbat wage a secret war on the elders, struggling night after night to free themselves from the tyranny of the dread Antediluvians and the Jyhad itself. But are their tactics effective or simply horrific? Cast by the Fires of the Packs The Guide to the Sabbat examines the Sabbat exhaustively from the antitribu, or "anti-clans" that populate its ranks to the terrifying Disciplines they use to their methods of waging war on the Camarilla and Antediluvians alike. This book also explores the progress the Sabbat have made in their war effort, chronicling their inexorable climb over the East Coast of the United States and their usurped territories in the Old World. The Guide to the Sabbat includes: * An updated, definitive look at the sect and its role in the Final Nights; * New bloodlines, Disciplines and layers of intrigue in the Jyhad * The secrets and schemes of the most reviled sect of vampires ever to walk the night.

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3.9/5

Blood War by Robert E. Weinberg

For ten thousand years a race of immortal vampires has waged a secret war to control mankind. Beings of incredible supernatural powers, they are driven by a lust for power... and human blood. They are the Kindred. Though mortal, the enigmatic detective Dire McCann knows a great deal about these undead. So does Alicia Varney, one of the world's wealthiest women. They are two For ten thousand years a race of immortal vampires has waged a secret war to control mankind. Beings of incredible supernatural powers, they are driven by a lust for power... and human blood. They are the Kindred. Though mortal, the enigmatic detective Dire McCann knows a great deal about these undead. So does Alicia Varney, one of the world's wealthiest women. They are two wild cards in a global game of chess that has lasted for over a hundred centures. But now a new player has entered the fray. Known only as the Red Death, he controls forces that make even the Kindred tremble. Who is this mysterious avatar of blood? And is his appearance the first sign that Gehenna, the dread apocalypse for both humans and vampires is about to begin?

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4.5/5

Clan Novel: Tzimisce by Eric Griffin

"The ""Dark"" in the World of Darkness "RM" Rhymes with ""The Meat Sea"". It began with Clan Novel: Toreador "TM"; a 13-novel series concerning the Kindred. This series comprises the biggest event in the history of the World of Darkness -- and this is only the second book This epic series of over one million words will reveal the secrets of the vampires' hidden world, from "The ""Dark"" in the World of Darkness "RM" Rhymes with ""The Meat Sea"". It began with Clan Novel: Toreador "TM"; a 13-novel series concerning the Kindred. This series comprises the biggest event in the history of the World of Darkness -- and this is only the second book This epic series of over one million words will reveal the secrets of the vampires' hidden world, from the smallest detail to the grandest marvel. The Nosferatu's apparent scheme to put the Eye of Hazimel into the hands of the Setite, Vegel, will decide the fates of Kindred legions and determine the future of the Camarilla and Sabbat -- the sects engaged in a massive war along the entire East Coast. And that's pretty much what the Sabbat thinks of humanity. Each novel in this series features a member of one of the 13 vampire clans. Clan Novel: Tzimisce introduces the Sabbat side of the conflict through Sascha Vykos, a depraved and incredibly powerful night-predator. A war along the American East Coast erupts as the Sabbat launches relentless attacks against Camarilla-held cities".

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4.6/5

Changeling: The Lost by Matt McFarland

"For use with the World of Darkness rulebook"--P. [4] of cover.

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4.7/5

Clan Novel: Assamite by Gherbod Fleming

Honor Among Thieves. Fatima has watched as her former lover Lucita has carried out a number of high-profile assassinations, claiming to be the premier assassin among the Kindred. Not to be out-done, Fatima sets her sights even higher. Her dread gaze falls upon a Cardinal of the Sabbat, Moncada -- Lucita's sire. One Million Words of Terror It began with Clan Novel: Toreador.Th Honor Among Thieves. Fatima has watched as her former lover Lucita has carried out a number of high-profile assassinations, claiming to be the premier assassin among the Kindred. Not to be out-done, Fatima sets her sights even higher. Her dread gaze falls upon a Cardinal of the Sabbat, Moncada -- Lucita's sire. One Million Words of Terror It began with Clan Novel: Toreador.This book, Clan Novel: Assamite, is the eighth of a 13-book series concerning the Kindred the hugest event ever in the World of Darkness.From small details to grand spectacles, this epic series of over one million words reveals the secrets of this hidden world through the eyes of individuals on both sides of a great conflict. The continued existence of all Kindred, from the youngest neonate to the eldest Methuselah, hangs in the balance.

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5/5

Clanbook: Gangrel Revised by Brian Campbell , Ellen P. Kiley , John Van Fleet (Illustrator)

As rogues and wanderers, the Gangrel have always placed themselves apart from other Kindred. The Outlanders have no need for the petty Jyhads and useless sniping of the undead - they are vampires, the highest order of beasts! Now, Clan Gangrel prowls the night unfettered by the traditions of the crumbling Camarilla. They have finally called the night their own. Or Savages U As rogues and wanderers, the Gangrel have always placed themselves apart from other Kindred. The Outlanders have no need for the petty Jyhads and useless sniping of the undead - they are vampires, the highest order of beasts! Now, Clan Gangrel prowls the night unfettered by the traditions of the crumbling Camarilla. They have finally called the night their own. Or Savages Unbound? As the first entry in an ambitious series of revised clanbooks, Gangrel expands upon the clan's appearance in the revised edition of Vampire: All-new information accompanies a re-examination of earlier concepts, allowing you to add as much depth to your character as you like. Additionally, the sheer volume of information contained in the new clanbooks (each with 32 more pages than the first-edition books) permits Storytellers to round out their chronicles.

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4.1/5

The Book of Nod by Sam Chupp , Andrew Greenberg

Legends of the Undead The first vampires remember their first nights, but do not speak of them. Others have heard tales, but know better than to believe them. The wise speak of The Book of Nod, but none have seen this fabled book of ancient lore. These are their tales... Their stories begin with the Chronicle of Caine and the earliest nights of the vampire. The Chronicles of Legends of the Undead The first vampires remember their first nights, but do not speak of them. Others have heard tales, but know better than to believe them. The wise speak of The Book of Nod, but none have seen this fabled book of ancient lore. These are their tales... Their stories begin with the Chronicle of Caine and the earliest nights of the vampire. The Chronicles of Shadows reveals Caine's hidden teachings. Finally, the Chronicle of Secrets unveils the deepest mysteries of the Damned, including the coming of dread Gehenna.

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Guide to the Camarilla by Richard Dansky

Roses watered with blood It has been over five centuries since the curtain of the Masquerade was drawn across the stage of the Kindred. It has been five centuries of secrecy, tradition and lies, five centuries of hidden elegance and terror. It has been five centuries since anyone knew the truth. Now, at last, the curtain will be drawn back. The lies will be exposed. And Roses watered with blood It has been over five centuries since the curtain of the Masquerade was drawn across the stage of the Kindred. It has been five centuries of secrecy, tradition and lies, five centuries of hidden elegance and terror. It has been five centuries since anyone knew the truth. Now, at last, the curtain will be drawn back. The lies will be exposed. And maybe, just maybe, the truth will be revealed to you. The Guide to the Camarilla contains: * All-new material, from Lasombra antitribu to anarch fashion tips; * Expanded Discipline powers, Merits and Flaws and additional tools for creating a Camarilla character; * The history, rituals, customs and secrets of the largest sect of vampires in the world.

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4.9/5

Tremere by Eric Griffin

Paperback.

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Ventrue by Gherbod Fleming , John Van Fleet (Illustrator)

It began with the Clan Novel: Toreador....This book, Clan Novel: Ventrue, is the fifth of a 13-book series concerning the Kindred -- the hugest event ever in the World of Darkness. From small details to grand spectacles, this epic series of over one million words reveals reveal the secrets of this hidden world through the eyes of individuals on both sides of a great conflic It began with the Clan Novel: Toreador....This book, Clan Novel: Ventrue, is the fifth of a 13-book series concerning the Kindred -- the hugest event ever in the World of Darkness. From small details to grand spectacles, this epic series of over one million words reveals reveal the secrets of this hidden world through the eyes of individuals on both sides of a great conflict. The continued existence of all Kindred, from the youngest neonate to the eldest Methuselah, hangs in the balance.

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4.8/5

Ravnos by Kathleen Ryan

Khalil Ravanna, a neonate of the Ravnos clan, is under orders to pursue Hesha, a Setite who has duped Khalil ever since he arrived in Calcutta. Khalil seeks revenge, but dares not anger his master, the great Hazimel, who has plans for his Eye now that it surveys the World of Darkness. One Million Words of Terror. It began with Clan Novel: Toreador. This book, Clan Novel: Rav Khalil Ravanna, a neonate of the Ravnos clan, is under orders to pursue Hesha, a Setite who has duped Khalil ever since he arrived in Calcutta. Khalil seeks revenge, but dares not anger his master, the great Hazimel, who has plans for his Eye now that it surveys the World of Darkness. One Million Words of Terror. It began with Clan Novel: Toreador. This book, Clan Novel: Ravnos, is the seventh of a 13-book series concerning the Kindred the hugest event ever in the World of Darkness.From small details to grand spectacles, this epic series of over one million words reveals the secrets of this hidden world through the eyes of individuals on both sides of a great conflict. The continued existence of all Kindred, from the youngest neonate to the eldest Methuselah, hangs in the balance.

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3.9/5

Vampire: The Masquerade by Justin Achilli , Russell Bailey , Matthew McFarland , Eddy Webb

Vampire: The Masquerade exploded into hobby games in 1991 and inspired a generation of fans of which the game industry had never seen before or since. The cultural significance Vampire left on not just the gaming world but on modern vampire-related pop culture can be seen and felt at virtually every turn and in every medium today. Vampire: The Masquerade - 20th Anniversary Vampire: The Masquerade exploded into hobby games in 1991 and inspired a generation of fans of which the game industry had never seen before or since. The cultural significance Vampire left on not just the gaming world but on modern vampire-related pop culture can be seen and felt at virtually every turn and in every medium today. Vampire: The Masquerade - 20th Anniversary Edition brings the entire World of Darkness experience full circle and will serve as the perfect anniversary milestone to celebrate two decades of gaming after dark. This is the original Masquerade in all its glory, and our way of saying thank you and welcome home. • All thirteen original Clans, Clan variants and bloodlines, with their signature Disciplines • Classic rules updated from Vampire's Revised Edition • Character creation and advancement from Neonate to Methuselah • All the Disciplines from level one through nine • Updated setting to the modern nights • New full color original art by Tim Bradstreet and other classic Masquerade artists

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4.8/5

The God-Machine Chronicle Anthology by Matthew McFarland , Justin Achilli , Dave Brookshaw , Rick Chillot , Ray Fawkes , David A. Hill Jr. , Wood Ingham , John D. Kennedy , more… Danielle La

In 2004, the World of Darkness Rulebook introduced a concept that intrigued, tantalized and inspired readers and players, and left them with the question: What is the God-Machine? You hold in your hands the book that might answer that question... or might simply complicate it. The God-Machine Chronicle Anthology contains new fiction by Justin Achilli, Eddy Webb, Stew Wilson, In 2004, the World of Darkness Rulebook introduced a concept that intrigued, tantalized and inspired readers and players, and left them with the question: What is the God-Machine? You hold in your hands the book that might answer that question... or might simply complicate it. The God-Machine Chronicle Anthology contains new fiction by Justin Achilli, Eddy Webb, Stew Wilson, David A Hill Jr, and many others, as well as previously published stories by Chuck Wendig, Ray Fawkes, Rick Chillot and Matthew McFarland. All of these tales feature encounters with the God-Machine, and serve to pave the way for the God-Machine Chronicle itself. What rises may fall. What has fallen may rise again.

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World of Darkness: The God Machine Chronicle by Dave Brookshaw , David A. Hill Jr. , Danielle Lauzon , Matthew McFarland , John Newman , John Sneed , Stew Wilson , Filamena Young , more… Eric Zawadzk

What is the God-Machine? That question doesn't have a single, easy answer, but that doesn't stop people from asking. The World of Darkness is layer upon layer of mystery, but what is the mechanism that keeps it all moving? Is there a design in play? And what happens to those who think to use the Machine for their own ends? What Has Fallen May Rise Again A Chronicle Book for What is the God-Machine? That question doesn't have a single, easy answer, but that doesn't stop people from asking. The World of Darkness is layer upon layer of mystery, but what is the mechanism that keeps it all moving? Is there a design in play? And what happens to those who think to use the Machine for their own ends? What Has Fallen May Rise Again A Chronicle Book for the World of Darkness© - A "default" chronicle, a way to introduce new players to the World of Darkness and experience one of its greatest mysteries - Choose the depth of madness that's right for your group, from local to cosmic! - A modular approach to building a chronicle, 20 different stories that fit together to form "chronicle tracks" - Revisions of many of the core rules from the World of Darkness Rulebook Check out the God Machine Chronicle Fiction Anthology, a collection of terrifying insights into the God Machine and its effect on the inhabitants of the World of Darkness©. Note: Requires the core World of Darkness Rulebook.

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