Saturday, 10 January 2026

Character Creation Challenge 2026 10c: Vampire with Elegy - Adamas lineage

Character Creation Challenge 2026
PC groups for games I would do with different systems

10c: Vampire: The Masquerade with Elegy - Adamas lineage

The worldbuilding options in Elegy include a system for vampire lineages with common features. It presents five archetypal lineages resembling the core Vampire: The Requiem clans, each with specific standard powers and weaknesses, so making one of each, adapted from characters in the nearest equivalent clans I’ve played or featured across both Vampire game families.

Adamas
“The Adamant embody the myth of the noble, aristocratic vampire. They are refined, proud, and commanding; they aspire to rule and expect obedience. Their control over mortal institutions is unmatched.”

Annnnnd I’ve never actually played a Ventrue in either Vampire game family. Mostly because the Masquerade version weaknesses have always put me off.

But I’ve NPCed enough in my time. For example, I never gave any real thought to what this Keeper of Elysium did as a mortal...

Armistead

Occupation in life
Management in a publishing house

Progenitor, who they were and why they turned you
Supposedly a ‘headhunter’ for a larger firm, looking for a capable people-herder

Apparent and true age
38 and 59

Gifts
Control 2
Magnetism 1

Aspects
Mediation: Socialisation
Photography: Artistry

Attributes
Body -1
Mind +0
Charm +1
Soul +0

Looks and Vibe
Sharp suit, shaved head, clear eyes

Possessions
Encrypted phone

Connections
His Progenitor, Jameson, expertise
His son Benjamin, who has no idea he still exists, affection

Max Rush 10
Base Rush 2

Health 5
Clarity 5
Mask 5
Blood 5

Envision a first Mission
Mediate a dispute between two vampire families

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