Genre
Vampire: Requiem |
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Vampires: Cursed immortals that rule the night. Every vampire belongs to a Clan. Most also belong to a Covenant. |
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General Terms |
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| Kindred | a term Vampires use for themselves |
| Clans | The family a vampire belongs to. |
| Covenants | The political affiliation of the vampire. |
| Vitae | Blood |
| BP | Blood Potency (determines many things, one of which is what a vampire can feed on: animals, humans, or other kindred) |
The Clans |
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| Deava | Emotional, sensual and desirable |
| Gangrel | Primal, hardy and savage |
| Mekhet | Quick, discreet and wise |
| Nosferatu | Stealthy, strong and terrifying |
| Ventrue | Regal, commanding and aristocratic |
The Covenants |
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| The Carthians | seek to reconcile the Kindred society with modern governmental structures and social systems |
| The Circle of the Crone | venerates a variety of female figures as an amalgamated creator of vampires, the Mother of all Monsters |
| The Invictus | is the aristocracy of the night |
| The Lancea Sanctum | seeks to influence Kindred society with the strictures of Longinus, who is believed to have been turned into one of the Damned by the very blood of Christ. |
| The Ordo Dracul | command rituals and mystical knowledge that allows the Kindred to transcend their vampiric states |
Werewolf:The Forsaken |
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Werewolves: Guardians of the spirit world, warriors in the darkness. Each werewolf belongs to a Tribe and is possessed of an Auspice |
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General Terms |
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| Auspice | Defines your role in Werewolf society |
| Essence | The magical mojo that powers werewolves’ special abilities |
| Primal Urge | Your connection to your instincts |
| Tribe | The group you joined that share similar ideals to you |
| Uratha | a term Werewolves use for themselves |
The Tribes |
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| Blood Talons | Warriors, defenders, champions |
| Bone Shadows | Shaman, wise men and women, seers |
| Hunters in Darkness | Stalkers, assassins, guardians |
| Iron Masters | Innovators, progressives, improvisers |
| Storm Lords | Commanders, aristocracy, alphas |
The Auspices |
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| Rahu (Full Moon) | Detemined, aggressive, warlike |
| Cahalith (Gibbous Moon) | Passionate, thoughtful, expressive |
| Elodoth (Half Moon) | Discerning, observant, even-tempered |
| Ithaeur (Crescent Moon) | Contemplative, foresightful, spiritual |
| Irraka (New Moon) | Inquisitive, contrary, resourceful |
Mage:The Awakening |
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Mages: Possessors of arcane knowledge and mystic powers. Each Mage belongs to a Path and is may also belong to an Order |
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The Paths |
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| Acanthus | Epitomise the tarot trump of "The Fool", relying on luck and intuition to guide their way. |
| Mastigos | Epitomise the tarot trump of "The Devil", exulting in unfettered will. |
| Moros | Epitomise the tarot trump of "Death", remaining steadfast during change. |
| Obrimos | Epitomise the tarot trump of "Strength", pursuing a divine mandate |
| Thyrsus | Epitomise the tarot trump of "The Moon", following the allure of passion and impulsive action |
The Orders |
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| The Adamantine Arrow | Defends sanctums and cabals with its combat magic |
| The Free Council | Seeks to escape the strictures of the past and modernise the craft of magic |
| The Guardians of the Veil | Protect the Mysteries from any who would despoil them or dare reveal them to the unenlightened |
| The Mysterium | Searches for valuable lore hidden throughout the material and invisible worlds. |
| The Silver Ladder | Desires to establish a proper hierarchy of the Awakened - with its members at the top. |