[/center]Zaczynam powoli przygotowania do PBF'a. W pierwszym poście sukcesywnie będę dodawał kolejne informacje związane z miastem, aby gracze powoli przyswajali sobie wiedzę. Tuż przed rozpoczęciem może tych informacji być dość sporo, ale myślę że to nie będzie problem, ponieważ będą one w tym wątku dostępne cały czas.
Wybrałem Nowy Orlean oraz będę korzystał z gotowego opisu miasta, który przygotowali twórcy sytemu. W dodatku znajduje się przygoda, którą będę przerabiał na potrzeby tego PBF'a. Dlatego prośba do graczy, aby nie zaglądali do tego podręcznika, bo całkowicie zepsują sobie zabawę. Zdecydowałem się na ten krok czytając różne dodatki do Maskarady w poszukiwaniu inspiracji, aż tu nagle wyłonił się gotowy scenariusz. Nie zakłada on ograniczeń klanowych i pasuje do nowych graczy, którzy będą mieć okazję zagłębić się w Świat Mroku.
W poście tym na początku pojawią się podstawowe informacje o mieście: mapy, BN, opisy niektórych lokacji itd. Jednak każda postać otrzyma na starcie inny zasób wiedzy, który nie będzie opisany w tym wątku.
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[/center]Kindred Influence:
The Kindred presence in New Orleans is reflected almost everywhere one looks. Its most obvious effect has been the preservation of the city's historical districts and landmarks. The Kindred are very proud of their history and seek to maintain all links to their past. Some of the elders have dwelt in the city for centuries. The Kindred support mortals who share these goals. Most of the historical and preservation societies exist with the backing of a wealthy, generous and unseen patron. The Kindred also contribute to the tourist industry, which is so important to New Orlean's economy. Tourists also provide an endless wellspring of vitae, and Prince Marcel and
the elders do everything in their power to keep them coming. Injuring or robbing tourists is greatly disapproved of, though it happens more and more frequently. Perpetrators, should they be caught, are punished through Blood Bonds, banishment and other, less genteel ways.
Mardi Gras:
To many people, Mardi Gras is New Orleans. The highlight of Carnival, Mardi Gras caps off almost two months of wild parties and complete abandon. Carnival refers to an entire season that begins on January 6 and ends on Mardi Gras with raucous parties throughout the city and parades organized by private clubs (krewes). Both the mortal and Kindred populations swell to incredible numbers during this time. Vampires from around the world flood the city, adding their own unique touches to the manic celebrations that grip New Orleans. This is the only time Prince Marcel looks the other way when vampires fail to Present themselves, but none are allowed to stay after Mardi Gras is over. Still, there are few parties in the world like Mardi Gras, and the Kindred take full advantage of this time. Marcel himself hosts several parties, some open to any vampire. Elders and anarchs alike roam the streets, mingling freely with the multitudes of kine and feeling more alive than they do at any other time.
Vital Statistics:
Population: New Orleans proper houses half a million people, and the entire metropolitan area hosts
1.2 million. The Kindred population fluctuates a great deal; during Mardi Gras 100 or even more vampires may be in the city.
Weather: Perhaps the most dominant trait of New Orleans weather is that it rains...a lot. The months of October to March are known for the heavy fogs that roll in from the river, lake and Gulf of Mexico. They often cover the city in a thick blanket that rarely lifts before morning.
The Elysium:
The following is a list of all Elysium sites within the city of New Orleans:
Jackson Square (this includes St. Louis Cathedral,the Presbytere and the Cabildo) - bordered by Chartres, St. Ann, Decatur and St. Peter Streets.
Storyville Jazz Hall - 1104 Decatur Street.
Old New Orleans Court Building (Wildlife and Fisheries Building) - the city block between St. Louis, Conti, Royal and Chartres Streets.
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop - 941 Bourbon Street.
Preservation Hall - 726 St. Peter Street.
Jax Brewery - Decatur Street.
Le Petit Theatre - 616 St. Peter Street.
Old Mint (Louisiana State Museum) - between Decatur, Barracks and Esplanade Streets.
Superdome and New Orleans Centre - between Poydras and Girod Streets.
Theatreofthe Performing Arts-St.Claude Street.
World Trade Center - off Canal Street.
Fair Grounds Racetrack - 1751 Gentilly Blvd.
Characters:
Prince Marcel Guilbeau, Ventrue:
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