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Santa Monica By Night

Santa Monica By Night is a tabletop role-playing game set in the eerie and mysterious nightscape of Santa Monica. Players assume the roles of vampires navigating complex social hierarchies and their own supernatural powers.

Platform:
PC / Mobile
Release Date:
2024-11-05
Updated Date:
2025-04-18
Version:
1.0.0

Santa Monica By Night Detailed Gameplay and Instructions

  • Setting Up the Game: Players gather with character sheets, dice, pencils, and the core rulebook. The game master (GM) prepares the storyline and environment.
  • Character Creation: Players create their vampire characters, assigning points to attributes such as Strength, Dexterity, Charisma, and supernatural abilities.
  • Game Mechanics: The game utilizes a storytelling system where dice rolls influence outcomes. Specific skills are tested through dice, adding a chance element.
  • Role-Playing: Players engage in narrative-driven sessions where they explore themes of power, morality, and survival.
  • Conflict Resolution: Combat and diplomacy are resolved through strategic choices and dice rolls, with the GM providing outcomes based on the roll results and narrative.
  • Winning: The objective is to achieve personal and collective goals through story progression rather than definitive victory.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many players can join this game?
    Typically, the game supports up to five players, including the Game Master.

  • What materials are required to play?
    Players need character sheets, a set of dice, pencils, and the core rulebook.

  • Is prior role-playing experience necessary?
    No prior experience is required, but familiarity with role-playing games is helpful.

  • How long does a typical session last?
    Sessions average around 3-4 hours depending on the storyline and player dynamics.

Support Languages

English, with potential translations or fan-made expansions in other languages.