Primary Knowledges

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Knowledges involve the application of the mind, not the body; consequently, Knowledge Abilities are most often paired with Mental Traits. (It's possible to roll Charisma + Academics, or even Stamina + Medicine, but such things are pretty rare.) The following descriptions speak of Knowledge levels in collegiate terms, although formal schooling is just one way to improve a Knowledge.


Academics

Details

This catch-all Knowledge covers the character's erudition in the "humanities": literature, history, art, philosophy and other "liberal" sciences. A character with dots in Academics is generally well-rounded in these fields, and at high levels may be considered an expert in one or more areas of study. Not only can this Knowledge impress at salons and other Elysium functions, but it can also offer valuable clues to certain past - and future movements in the Jyhad.

Academics
Dot-filled.png Student: You’ve got a high-school level under standing of the arts.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You can keep up in most conversations about the humanities.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You have all sorts of trivia at your fingertips.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Your academic knowledge leaves most people in the dust, wondering what you’re talking about.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You’re a renowned expert in your chosen field of study.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 126
WW4014 Guide to the Technocracy 153
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 113
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 148
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 166
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 137

Bureaucracy

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Bureaucracy represents your ability to get what you want out of "the system," whether through paperwork, phone calls, or bribery. This Knowledge is useful for manipulating city officials, navigating the political system or even operating a bureaucracy of your own design. those with high Bureaucracy are among the most organized people in existence.

Bureaucracy
Dot-filled.png Student: You can keep a small company organized.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You understand the real basics of power structures.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You can perform stalling tactics for as long as it takes.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: When you talk, your senator listens.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: When you talk, the IRS listens.


References:
WW2301 Vampire Storytellers Companion 28
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 137

Computer

Details

Your character understands how to operate and possibly even program a computer. At higher levels, this may also include knowledge of designing and building a system, as well as complicated hacking. Any attempted use of a computer requires that the character have this knowledge.

Computer
Dot-filled.png Student: You're familiar with touch screen and point-and-click interfaces.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You are comfortable using a wide range of software.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You can use a command line interface and develop custom software.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You can live comfortably as an IT consultant.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You are on the cusp of creating the replacement for Google and Facebook.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 127
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 117
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 113
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 149
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 167
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 138

Cosmology

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You have a working knowledge of the spirit world, from its various Realms to the politics of the Umbral broods. You're familiar both with the politics of the Celestines and the configuration of the Middle Umbra.

Cosmology is treated like a Lore. For more details, please see +rules Lores as well as +rules Increasing Lores

Cosmology
Dot-filled.png Student: You've heard that there's more than just Earth.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You know to avoid the Abyss.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You can find your way from one Realm to another.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You know most of the shortcuts and a few trade secrets.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: Spirits ask you for advice about the Umbra.

Possessed by:
Mages (mainly Dreamspeakers/Shamans), Garou (mainly Silent Striders and Theurges), Corax, Nuwisha

References:
WW3108 Werewolf Players Guide (2nd Edition) 33
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 114

Enigmas

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This knowledge represents a knack for piecing together and remembering information vital to many kinds of problem solving. It assists your character in solving the mysteries created by the storyteller. It is essential for divining secret pathways, understanding esoteric knowledge and answering the riddles of mystical guardians.

Enigmas
Dot-filled.png Student: You always solve the daily crossword.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: Why bother toread whodunits? You always know the ending.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You did crossword puzzles - in PEN.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You can win contests of logic even with faulty information.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: Even the deepest philosophical mysteries and issues are clear to you.


References:
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 117
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 114
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 167
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 138

Finance

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You know the ins and outs of commerce, from evaluating an item's relative worth to keeping up with currency exchange rates. This Knowledge can be invaluable when brokering items, running numbers or playing the stock market. Sufficiently high levels in Finance allow you to raise your standards of living to a very comfortable level.

Finance
Dot-filled.png Student: Some basic experience in bookkeeping and finance.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: A degree in accounting or finance backed by some experience.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: An MBA degree or the equivalent.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You could run a major corporation and make it more profitable.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You can make a fortune on the stock market.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 127
WW4014 Guide to the Technocracy 156
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 149

Gremayre

Details

This knowledge represents the character's understanding of faerie magic and lore. It can be used when creating oaths or working enchantments, or even to create new Arts. Gremayre gives a character essential comprehension into the in depth workings of all things relating to the Dreaming.

Gremayre
Dot-filled.png Student: You grasp the fundamentals of faerie magic, such as oaths.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You are able to differentiate between similar Arts in use.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You have an in-depth understanding of the ebb and flow of Glamour.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You know lost secrets that predate the Shattering.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You understand the inner workings of the Dreaming.

Possessed by:
Changelings

References:
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 167

Investigation

Details

Whether your character is tracking down a lost relative or investigating a crime scene, this knowledge allows her to recognize potential clues and know the procedure for procuring information and records. It provides the ability to procure evidence, perform forensic analysis and predict crime patterns.

You've learned to notice details others might overlook, and might make an admirable detective. This Knowledge represents not only a good eye for detail, but also an ability to do research and follow leads.

Investigation
Dot-filled.png Student: You can narrow down a web search.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You can spot inconsistencies in a witness's story.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You could make a living as a private detective.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: The FBI wants to recruit you.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: Even Sherlock Holmes is impressed.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 128
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 117
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 114
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 149
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 167
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 139

Law

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This trait deals with knowledge of legal rights, jurisprudence and jargon. A high level in law does not necessarily mean that the character is certified to practice law. Many criminals and lay people have learned about the judicial system through self study or personal experience.

Law
Dot-filled.png Student: You've watched your share of courtroom dramas.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You're either studying for or just passed the bar exam.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You could have your own law practice.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Major public figures have your number just in case.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You could find the loopholes in the Devil's contract.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 128
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 118
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 115
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 150
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 167

Linguistics

Details

Languages supplemental to your character's native language must be purchased through this knowledge. Each level of linguistics allows your character to speak another language fluently. It also gives the character an understanding of general linguistics and the structure of the language. With this ability, your character can attempt to identify accents or read lips.

Linguistics
Dot-filled.png Student: One extra language
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: Two extra languages
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: Four extra languages
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Eight extra languages
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: 16 extra languages


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 128
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 118
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 115
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 150

Lores

Open For List

While some sphere books provided stats similar to what we offer here, not all do. Some have been more generalized (ex: Lore Vampire is a combination of factions, we do not support Lore Camarilla or Lore Sabbat). Staff has compiled some general information for each level and written it up on the wiki. Those links are provided below, as well as any book references that fit.

Depending on whatever sphere you choose for your PC, you can automatically get Lore for most of them at level 3 at cgen. Mortal does not have a lore. Some concepts, such as Shifter Kinfolk, only get up to level 2 of Lore Garou or Lore Fera for example.

For more details, please see +rules Lores as well as +rules Increasing Lores

Lores
Dot-filled.png Student: You possess dubious and sketchy information.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You are confident in your knowledge... you think.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You know some concrete details.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You learned some things that weren't meant to be known.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: An expert, you may be considered a liability by the subjects of the Lore.


The following Lores are available on City of Hope MUSH:

Lore Bygone

Lore Changeling

Changeling Lore Writeup

References:
WW7300 Changeling The Dreaming (2nd Edition) 145

Lore Demon

Demon Lore Writeup

Lore Fera

Lore Garou

Garou Lore Writeup

References:
WW3806 Players Guide to Garou 184

Lore Hunter

Lore Kuei-jin

Lore Mage

Mage Lore Writeup

Lore Mummy

Lore Sewer

Details
Lore Sewer
Dot-filled.png Student: Teenage runaway
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: City maintenance worker
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: Nosferatu or Giovanni neonate
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Nosferatu guide
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: Nosferatu elder


References:
WW2301 Vampire Storytellers Companion 31

Lore Sorcerer-psychic

Lore Spirit

References:
WW3806 Players Guide to Garou 184

Lore Vampire

Vampire Lore Writeup

Lore Wraith

Wraith Lore Writeup

Lore Wyrm

Details
Lore Wyrm
Dot-filled.png Student: You know the names and abilities of many Wyrm creatures.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You can name most of the Urge Wyrms.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You can draw a map of Malfeas.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You can quote significant passages of the Chronicle of the Black Labyrinth.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: The Wyrm fears you - so does your pack.


References:
WW3806 Players Guide to Garou 184

Medicine

Details

Medicine is the study of the human body and the various techniques used to cure its ills. This knowledge incorporates an understanding of the structure and functions of the body, the uses of medicine, and the diagnosis and treatments of diseases. Many methods exist for treating patients, including acupuncture, aromatherapy, homeopathy, chiroparactics, medicinal herbalism and standard medical practices. A character may specialize in any of these fields or assume an overall understanding of many healing methods. Medicine also implies a certain understanding of pharmaceuticals.

Medicine
Dot-filled.png Student: You know CPR and can perform first aid.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You could work as a Paramedic.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You can make a living as a general practitioner.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Even brain surgery is routine for you.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You are respected by the world's medical community.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 128
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 118
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 116
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 151
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 168
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 139

Occult

Details

You are knowledgeable in occult areas such as mysticism, curses, magic, folklore and particularly vampire lore. Unlike most other Knowledges, Occult does not imply a command of hard, factual information; much of what you know may well be rumor, myth, speculation or hearsay. However, the secrets to be learned in this field are worth centuries of sifting legend from fact. High levels of Occult imply a deep understanding of vampire lore, as well as a good grounding in other aspects of the occult; at the very least, you can discern what is patently false.

Occult
Dot-filled.png Student: You can pronounce "tarot" properly.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You've read Gardner, Cunningham, and Crowley.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You know about more than just ghosts.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: The World of Darkness is an open book to you.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You know most of the basic truths about the hidden world.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 129
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 118
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 116
WW7308 Land of Eight Million Dreams 90
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 151
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 139

Politics

Details

You are familiar with the politics of the moment, including the people in charge and how they got there. This Knowledge can aid you in dealing with or influencing mortal politicians, or even offer some insight into the local Cainite power structure.

Dot-filled.png Student: Activist
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: Political Science Major
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: Campaign manager or talk-radio host
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Senator
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You could hand select the next President of the United States


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 129
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 119
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 151
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 168
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 139

Rituals

Details

Rituals and rites are an important part of werewolf life. This Knowledge lets the character know about the traditions, mysteries and ceremonies of the werewolves/shifters, including how to participate in such events and behave properly toward elders and leaders. A character needs a Rituals rating equal to or greater than the level of rites he knows or seeks to learn.

Rituals (Shifter)
Dot-filled.png Student: You've watched a few rites closely. Learned the basics.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You carry yourself well at tribal moots.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: Other tribes invite you to attend their moots.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Even Black Spiral Dancers know and respect your knowledge.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You’ve quested into the Umbra to develop new rites.
Rituals (Kuei-Jin)
Dot-filled.png Student: Disciple
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: West or center Kuei-jin
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: Jina
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: Mandarin
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: Ancestor

Possessed By:
Shifters, Kuei-jin, Hengeyokai

References:
WW2900 Kindred of the East 86
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 119

Science

Details

The knowledge of science quantifies your character's understanding of the basic sciences: physics, chemistry, botany, biology, geology, astronomy and others. In particular, it defines the useful application of science to make things. A general expertise in all fields is considered applicable to levels one through three. Once your character has four dots, she should specialize in a particular field.

Dot-filled.png Student: You understand basic theories and laws.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.png College: You're familiar with the major theories.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Masters: You could teach high-school science.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Doctorate: You're fully capable of advancing the knowledge in your field.
Dot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.pngDot-filled.png Scholar: You've made well-known and lasting contributions to science.


References:
WW2300 Vampire The Masquerade (Revised Edition) 129
WW3801 Werewolf The Apocalypse (Revised Edition) 119
WW4014 Guide to the Technocracy 161
WW4600 Mage: The Ascension (Revised) 116
WW8200 Demon: The Fallen 152
WW92041 Changeling: the Dreaming (20th Anniversary) 168
WW92051 Wraith: the Oblivion (20th Anniversary) 139