Multi-Venue Merits and Flaws Here is a list of acceptable Merits and Flaws that are found in the books of multiple venues. In addition to the potential for inhuman power, your character has some miraculous capability tied to that Attribute. Unfortunately, your former paramour did not take the ending of the affair well, and has apparently developed a strong antipathy for you. Only mortal with a Humanity of seven or higher may purchase (or keep) this Merit. You reduce the difficulty of any frenzy roll involving the sight, scent or taste of blood by one. (CB:Tz1), Holy AuraYour aura, no matter what color it takes, is unusually brilliant to those who can see it; you are practically a beacon among other mortals, burning with a religious devotion. All those with whom you associate, be they mortal or Kindred, may be hunted as well. It could be that you are simply lucky. Of course, not all your associates and so-called friends are actually your enemies (at least they probably all aren't). Revenants cannot be Kinfolk, either as a Merit or as a Flaw. It isnt so much that youre fair or quick of wit (though you may be) you simply possess a certain animal charm that few can resist. (GFA), Matricide / Patricide You have committed diablerie upon your own sire. Upholding the Masquerade becomes difficult for you. The substance can be alcohol or any form of drug. The double may move about freely during the day, aiding you in hiding your vampiric nature. The difficulty to use any level of this Discipline is reduced by 1, although this Merit can never reduce the difficulty of any roll below 4. You are always assigned the most dangerous missions and you are always at the front of the fray. Perhaps your eyes are unusually vivid, or uncannily colored, or incredibly trusting and inviting theyre distinct, regardless, so you might as well make use of em. You make sure your victims have ingested the substance before you drink from them so you can enjoy the effects. The Storyteller decides the exact value of whatever geas you choose. (DSBH), Iron Will(Mortal)This version of Iron Will is the same as the one for Vampire except that it costs one extra point (for a total of four) for a mortal hunter to be immune to Kindred Domination. Incorrigible Flirt You cannot resist making playful attempts at seducing anyone who fits your criteria for the perfect sexual partner. Design your Samadji with the Storyteller, who will assign a final value to it. Your vampire spouse is your equal in terms of power and status. There may come a time when a saintly face is not enough to save you. If the Storyteller imposes penalties on other mortals for sleep deprivation (1 or 2 die penalties are suggested), then you are exempt. The character has full access to the school, and he can hunt the campus freely. Ability Aptitude You are particularly gifted with one Ability. Stalker Someone has an unhealthy obsession with your character. (CB:G1), Haven Affinity Your territoriality rivals that of a Lupine. This may be used only once per story on a particular target. Asking this because I want to know if vampire 20th anniversary edition has any cool merits and flaws. On nights of the new moon you are extremely passive, but on nights of the full moon you are extremely emotional and volatile. The Guide contains completely revised rules for each Merit and Flaw and new Characteristic effects created for your Vampire games (any V20 scenario). Clearing your name will be a strong motivation for performing well in all respects while on an assignment. You are easily seduced and often exhibit very poor judgment when dealing with sexually attractive people. (ELY), Powerful Ghoul You have a very powerful ghoul Blood Bound to you. You basically have nine lives. Surreal Beauty You are blessed with unspeakable beauty that supersedes most peoples notions of loveliness and a sense of grace and dignity that makes you undeniable. All soak rolls are made at -1 diff. (GFA), Supernatural Spouse You share a relationship equivalent to marriage with a supernatural creature other than another Kindred. Every effort is being made to recruit you, willing or no, and the press gangs usually show up at the worst possible time. You receive a +2 to the difficulty level of rolls involving technology and to social interactions with everyone save other elder Kindred. (ELY), Faerie Hatred The character is hated by the Fae. Revenants with this Flaw want nothing more than to serve the glorious ideals of the Sabbat, and leap to indulge many Sabbat vampire's whim. Few ghouls with this Flaw last beyond their natural life spans; at this rate, missed feedings do happen (GFA), Weak Willed(Mortal)This version of Weak Willed is the same as the one in Vampire but is worth one extra point for a mortal Inquisitor. They are also known for their animal natures and prowess at Protean. All dealings with other Assamites (Banu Haqim) are at +1 difficulty, though the Storyteller has the discretion to vary this penalty for individuals who know you well or whom you have served well or badly in the past. The Storyteller may do this a number of times per story equal to the number of points taken in this Flaw. If it is possessed by some other Cainite, (perhaps a Setite elder, or your sire) you must obey their every command. This not a facility for blessing or cursing, or an ability that can be ruled by any conscious control. You get nine opportunities to make rerolls, and these opportunities are never replaced after they have been used - once they are gone, they are gone. In any roll based on Seduction or Subterfuge, subtract two from the difficulty and get ready to suffer the displeasure of your rivals! This Merit should not be abused by allowing a relatively weak character to choose a powerful one, unless this is approved by the Storyteller. The exact nature of the duty can be anything. You allow nothing to get in the way of your love. However, the ghoul might also get jealous of any relationship you have with others. Likewise, your Marijava friend may call upon you for help occasionally. You may not take any Resources. You must have an Appearance rating of 4 or higher to take this Merit. Your pack watches you like a hawk and limits your actions. This secretion is not sufficient to create a ghoul or sire progeny, although you may surreptitiously administer the blood oath if you kiss on the mouth or touch your lips to an open cut. He still attempts to play on your sympathies for old times sake while working against you. Combined with Heightened Senses, this Merit can provide superhuman visual acuity. Supernatural methods of tracking you, such as with Auspex, have a chance, but with greater difficulty (+2 diff). In besting this individual, yougo to the extremes, and he behaves similarly towards you. Work with your Storyteller to create a good reason for this effect, and how it developed. The Storyteller creates the ghoul character, but should not reveal Trait scores and other game-sensitive information to you. Either because of personal proclivity or the rigors of Vicissitude, you have become acclimatized to pain. (DSBH), Diabolist, Secret You have committed diablerie at least once to achieve your current position of power, but no one yet knows your secret. V20 - Organizing the Merits & Flaws from Lore of the Clans/Bloodlines - Onyx Path Forums If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. Characters may purchase this Merit more than once, but Storytellers should feel free to veto any Ability selections that seem too powerful or unbalanced, especially for combat Abilities. (DSBH), Gift of Proteus This merit allows the vampire to "fine-tune" the shapes achieved by the Protean Discipline. You still have much to prove before you will be an accepted member. All difficulty numbers involving social interactions with the family in question are reduced by two. It is considered less prestigious, less trustworthy, or ineffective. Sanguine Incongruity Giovanni manifesting this peculiar trait are quite rare - there are fewer than a dozen reported instances. You will never be fully accepted as a Toreador. I took the Merits and Flaws from Vampire Revised, added in the Merits and Flaws from Guide to the Camarilla and Guide to the Sabbat, and revised them as much as possible to be more universally applicable where it made sense (as well as reorganizing them). The Storyteller will create your companion, be it werewolf, wraith, mage, or something else entirely, and won't reveal her full capabilities. (PGS), Aging (Mortal)You are not as spry as you used to be; you must lower any one Physical Attribute score (your choice) by one point. Perhaps its your pheromones. Merits and Flaws are divided into four categories: physical, mental, social and supernatural. It is highly improbable that your allegiance is looked on favorably by her kind, and any Kindred who discovered your relationship would almost certainly disapprove. Several species of hemovores - ticks, lice, mosquitoes, gnats, chiggers, leeches and the like - find your blood particularly tasty. In fact, if you had the choice, you would choose the trash. As a rule, the Tzimiscse make sufficient cosmetic alterations to ruin the looks of all their battle-ghouls, even those whose modiciations are not in and of themselves hideous. The ghoul has reasonablly good Virtues and Willpower ratings and will do anything you say, since it loves you so much. Reduce all difficulties to critique Art by 4. (ELY), Phralmulo (Ravnos) You were Embraced from within the Rom, from one of the families of power. A one-point Flaw is fairly noticeable, like a slight blue cast to your skin, bright red hair, pointed ears or eyes of a very unusual color. Features new and updated player options, including a brutal new system for Koldunic . (ELY). As a result, you are less likely to be attacked unawares (-1 difficulty to spotting ambushes and the like). You may gain Glamour normally as any kinain would, but you will not have any initial Glamour to use for cantrips or Fae Gifts, making it unlikely you would have learned much about either (unless you have a gift that does not require Glamour to use). Legendary AttributeYour character has a superhuman Attribute, something in which he has the potential to be greater than human. Mortal Double You have the services of someone alive who looks just like you. Though he does not confront you directly, he works to thwart your plans whenever possible - destroying family ties or angering other mulo against you - waiting for the night when you are no longer able to defend yourself against him. Lucky You were born lucky or else the Devil looks after his own. Even those who cannot see auras are immediately drawn to your presence. A player who takes this Flaw should select one (maybe more) things that his character takes great pride in his clothes, his horsemanship, his fighting, etc. This Merit is often coupled with the Prey Exclusion Flaw. 5-pt are grossly disabling or emotionally crippling - everything from useless atrophied legs to a permanent Derangement, decided on mutually by the player and the Storyteller. Such a gift is rare and precious, and many people with this capacity never even manage to fulfill their true potential. Unfortunately, the vampire is more likely to become enraptured by colorful objects.
