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| Summary
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The Golden Rose Gala is an elegant charity event hosted within the breathtaking confines of the Midnight Gallery, a rooftop rose garden adorned with Greek statues that overlook the city from a lofty vantage point. Organized in support of the Brighter Future Foundation (BFF)—a nonprofit dedicated to aiding the homeless and impoverished—the gala aims to raise funds to expand BFF's efforts in providing shelter, hot meals, and sanitation services to the city's most vulnerable.
This black-tie event caters to the city's elite philanthropists, patrons of the arts, and those with influence who wish to publicly align themselves with this noble cause. Attendees will enjoy an evening of sophistication, live music, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the city’s less fortunate, all while surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Midnight Gallery’s meticulously curated rose garden.
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Mechanics
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The Silent Strings
A game of influence, networking, and subtle manipulation where players compete to sway the most prominent NPCs (wealthy patrons, politicians, celebrities, etc.) attending the gala. The goal is to form alliances, secure favors, or win financial backers for their causes, all while keeping their moves hidden from competitors.
How the Game Works
- Initial Briefing: At the beginning of the gala, players are informed that the Brighter Future Foundation is seeking the support of powerful individuals for its next big philanthropic venture. Several influential NPCs are in attendance, each with their own interests, biases, and goals. The players will compete to win these NPCs over and secure their backing for their own projects or gain favors.
- Round Structure: The game is played in rounds. Each round, players can:
- Network: Engage in a Wits + Etiquette, Persuasion, or Politics roll to sway an NPC.
- Invest Resources: Players can use Resources, Influence, or Allies as “currency” to offer donations, investments, or other favors that appeal to the NPCs’ interests. The higher the contribution, the better the outcome.
- Undermine Rivals: By using Subterfuge or Manipulation, players can quietly sabotage their opponents’ efforts, lowering their standing with NPCs or ruining their deals.
NPCs
Each influential NPC has specific interests and can be won over using different skills or approaches. Examples:
- The City Councillor: Cares about political clout and zoning regulations for future developments (Political Influence roll).
- The Media Mogul: Seeks juicy gossip and exclusives on scandals in exchange for favorable press (Subterfuge roll or Gossip shared).
- The Philanthropist Heiress: Wants to make grand gestures of generosity, but only to the right cause (Etiquette + Resources to impress).
- The Celebrity Influencer: Is drawn to glamour and high-profile projects, but needs to be persuaded of their prestige (Manipulation + Appearance, or social-based skills).
Success & Rewards
Success and Rewards: Players gain points based on how well they engage with the NPCs, outmaneuver their rivals, and play to the NPCs' desires. At the end of the game, the player (or team) with the most "Influence Points" wins the NPC's favor, along with any special rewards tied to that NPC—like political backing, funding, or even secret knowledge.
Complications
Throughout the game, unexpected events can add complexity, such as:
- Rival Interference: A powerful rival NPC arrives, threatening to outshine everyone.
- Scandals: A player discovers a juicy scandal involving an NPC or fellow player, providing leverage or blackmail material.
- Donor Crisis: One of the NPCs suddenly retracts their offer, causing players to scramble to either salvage the deal or shift focus elsewhere.
Rewards
The player or faction that secures the most influential NPCs by the end of the night wins a significant boon for their personal projects (or their patron’s agenda). This could be in the form of Influence, Resources, Allies, or special political sway in the city.
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| Information
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| Plot:
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Golden Rose Gala
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| Risk:
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Level 0
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| Storyteller:
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Gaunt
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| Spheres:
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High Society, Finance, Philanthropy
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| Timeframe:
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Initial
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| Status:
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IN DEVELOPMENT
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| RP Hooks
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Themes
- High Society: This is an event only the crème de la crème of the city's elite would be aware of or invited to. It’s not just about money, but influence and status.
- Finance: Whether you're a business mogul or hedge fund manager, the flow of money is your lifeblood, and opportunities to grow or redirect it are always around the corner.
- Politics: The political landscape is never static, and every social event could be a chance to forge alliances, back candidates, or maneuver against a rival.
- Philanthropy: The most prominent charitable figures in the city attend these events, looking to align their goals and support causes that elevate their personal and public profiles.
Hooks
- Political Maneuvering: Are you the type to secure backroom deals and hidden alliances that could sway the city council, or even position yourself to run for office in the future?
- Influence Peddling: High society has its own currents, and with the right connections, you can make or break reputations—or elevate your own.
- Political Favor Trading: Behind the scenes, every handshake and introduction could lead to votes, policy changes, or favorable legislation.
- High-Profile Scandal: Scandal can break or make careers. You’ve stumbled upon evidence of a powerful individual’s wrongdoing—will you expose them or use the knowledge to gain leverage?
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| Application
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Interested parties should @mail Gaunt with the following information:
- Interest: Why are you jumping into this plot? What's your motive. Boredom doesn't count. Why -this- plot?
- Sphere: I will keep this confidential but I need to know what potential powers you're pulling into this plot so that I can make changes accordingly. It's no fun if I'm running a mortal-based plot and you're a Arete 5 mage that could solve this over coffee.
- Contacts/Allies: As you investigate the plot I'll need to know what resources you can pull in to help you. If you don't have either of these that's fine, but I want to be prepared for when you whip out the city council that's you have drinks with every Tuesday.
- Influence / Resources: Do you have some kind of influence that would get you access to information / assets that will shape this plot? I need to know in advance.
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