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Technology

Working with computers and other technical systems.

Overview

Technology covers understanding and operating complex technical systems, especially computers and their connections to modern infrastructure. It includes software, electronics, networks, and digital investigation. The tools and circumstances change with the period of the chronicle, so its practical scope changes too.

Using the ratings

The examples below are original illustrations of relative capability, not automatic successes or new Difficulty rules. The pool, opposition, equipment, and circumstances still matter.

Ratings

RatingExample of capability
1 dot

Maintain and configure an ordinary personal computer.

2 dots

Operate specialized consumer systems and solve common faults.

3 dots

Build or analyze systems at a professional level.

4 dots

Manage a demanding technical or security operation.

5 dots

Solve problems that challenge highly skilled technical peers.

Specialties

  • Artillery

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Coding

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Computer Building

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Data Mining

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Hacking

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Networks

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Phones

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

  • Surveillance Systems

    Technology specialty listed in the Corebook.

References

VTM Wiki: Character creation · Open source ↗
Skills · Verified: name, trait scope, rating scale, original illustrative examples
Vampire: The Masquerade Corebook · p. 171–171 (PDF p. 173–173)
Technology · Verified: name, trait scope, rating scale, original illustrative examples