25 Years of Vampire: The Masquerade

As promised, we take a long, long look at the Black Dog book, Montreal by night. One of our favorites, this book chronicles the spiritual stronghold of the Sabbat in North America, and the demonic forces that twist the "City of Dark Miracles."  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we review and discuss the Ravnos Clanbook. Known for being wandering vagabonds and hucksters, the Ravnos are charlatans who gleefully practice their arts of deception and theft. Thanks to all of you who have listened to us over the past year! We've had a great time doing this podcast, and all the kind words and support have been awesome and overwhelming! Here's to anothe...

Out in the darkest parts of town, in the most secret boardrooms, and in the coldest crypts, there's a family most fucking vile. Don't get your undies in a bunch, just listen to our fuckin' review of Clanbook: Giovanni. You'll like it or you won't. We don't really give a shit. Either way, we win. Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we review the essential book about those that serve the undead: Ghouls. This book is essential for any storyteller looking to paint these half-damned individuals in the correct light, as well as players looking to create their own Ghoul character. Ghouls: Fatal Addiction is a must for any CWoD collection. Also, we know there's a Ghouls and Revenants V20 book. We just forgot a...

In this episode, we explore the clan with a giant "L", Clan Lasombra. Step into the shadows with us as we dig into the feared leaders of the Sabbat, exploring their origins, both within the context of the game, and our experiences with them.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

Two books for the price of one?!? You bet your sweet ass. In what may be becoming a bit of a pattern, we consolidate two books that might not stand on their feet for a single review. Anyways, we prove tonight that all of our reviews are hopeless pandering to a game we love!  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

Feared by all yet courted by many, refusing outside allegiances yet willing to hunt Kindred for a payment of blood, the Assamites are among the most reclusive clans. Once hunted, these vampire assassins are now sought out by the Kindred to dispose of their enemies. Fearful takes are told of their skill in hunting the most dangerous prey, their bravery in combat, and their fierce loyalty to their c...

We are the small voice that whispers to you in the lonely hours of the night. We call to the darkness within all of you. We came from the dark, and to the dark we shall all return...Called the corrupt by even the most crooked Ventrue, the Setites are almost universally mistrusted and feared by the clans of the Camarilla, and scorned by the Sabbat for their unwillingness to share in the Vaudalrie....

In this episode, we discuss the history of Fiends most vile: Clan Tzimisce. A sourcebook for the Vampire: the Masquerade Classic World of Darkness game setting, this book explores the history of the clan and its unique role in the formation and nightly duties to the Sabbat, and the grotesqueries of the clan of metamorphosis. Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we explore the Seat of Power, both mortal and vampiric. DC by Night is a source book that tells of a bloody and treacherous history of a new world, and the undead who fed like carrion upon it. Come and know true power in Washington DC.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we explore the origins of Clan Giovanni and the destruction of Clan Cappadocian through the game module series, "The Giovanni Chronicles." This is a short episode, as one would expect, considering the material within. Learn the secrets and play through the history of one of the most world-altering events in the Classic World of Darkness.  Support the show https://linktr....

In a return to our conventional review style, we comb over the secrets hidden within The Inquisition. This detailed and rather large sourcebook reveals the Society of Leopold, who continue the medieval inquisition in the modern day. This book is the first of five books released under the "Year of the Hunter" theme, which focused mortals and their interactions with the denizens of the Wor...

In this episode, we break down the pinnacle of "Vampion" (aka, Trench-coat Ninja) books: Dirty Secrets of the Black Hand. I don't think this is our standard review, so keep that in mind here, folks. It's a bit long, so we hope you don't mind.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

n this episode, we review one of the better books of Second Edition - Elysium: The Elder Wars. Experience the world through the eyes and minds of the terrible and terrifying Elders of the Camarilla. This book is absolutely necessary for anyone running a Vampire game with elders, or any player looking to portray an elder. Required reading!  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

Welcome to the Anarch Free-States. In this episode, we review Los Angeles by Night.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we review the original Clanbook: Ventrue and quietly discuss the Secret Masters in hushed tones. Thanks for listening and also thanks for all your contributions and support!  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

The Kindred Most Wanted is an account of the top 13 most deadly and wanted vampires by the Camarilla, this list is officially known as The Red List and the cainites in it as Anathema. Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we dig deep into the history of the most distrusted and feared of Camarilla Clans with Clanbook: Tremere.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we review "New Orleans by Night" - a City Sourcebook for Vampire: the Masquerade. This past week, we've been spending tons of time working on our game, Curse of Caine, which will be launching June 1st, as a reward level for our Patreon patrons. Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we had a bit of a false start We "recorded" about 40 minutes worth of podcast before we found out we weren't recording. That was a thing. Anyways, we review Book of the Damned for a short period and then we review Clanbook: Toreador.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this episode, we discuss the the third major Vampire sect: The Anarchs. Released in 1993, this book serves as an introduction for both players and storytellers to the world of Anarch rebellion.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

In this, our 22nd episode, we journey to the recently reunited city of Berlin. Released in 1993, this book takes place shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Two Princes struggle nightly for control of territory, while the kindred population walk a fine line between two vengeful elders.  Support the show https://linktr.ee/25YearsOfVtM

n this episode, we explore book 2 in the "Diablerie" series. This book introduces us to the Ancient Methuselah, Tiamat, and the demon Drakonskyr that possess her. Your coterie will take a terrifying journey to the hard of ancient madness in hopes of claiming the ultimate prize: the soul and power of the ancient damned. This book also marks the first appearance of former Toreador Justicar...

Hello all. Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we discuss and review the 1993 release, "The Book of Nod". This particular book is a little bit different than the previous books we've reviewed, both in content and layout. This book is more of an in-game prop than a rule book, and is printed in a size more consistent with White Wolf's Mind's Eye Theater line of Liv...

In this episode of VTM25, we review the revised edition of Chicago by Night. This book has a special place for us, as we've spent a large quantity of time playing from and running games with this book.  We have two weeks left to hit our goal. Please contribute to our Go Fund Me and help us replace our broken equipment so we can continue to create!  Visit our Patreon and become a patron. If yo...