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Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition

Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition

3–5 players 2023
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About this Game

Gaia is dying. The ices melt, while the seas swell. The heat rises, while the forests wither. Extinction threatens millions, in favor of the few. The Garou — warlike shapeshifters torn be­tween Rage and spirit, between Wolf and Man, and champions of the earth-mother — have failed. The Apocalypse is here. Yet, a new generation of Garou now call upon their Rage to confront the forces of destruction, avarice, and greed ravaging the earth-mother. With tooth and claw the Garou will wrest her from the brink of death — or follow her enemies to the grave. Will you answer their howl? What legends will the Garou sing of you? When will you Rage? In Werewolf: The Apocalypse, you play as the Garou, a creature of flesh and spirit, blessed and cursed with primal rage. Born to fight and die in a desperate war to protect Gaia — the very living earth — you engage in an unequal battle against the greed and power-hunger of human civilization that has trapped the world in a choking web of technology and corruption.

Categories

Horror Gritty Fantasy Supernatural Modern

Mechanics

Dice Pool System

How to play Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition

Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition utilizes the Storyteller system, found in many other World of Darkness games. The core mechanic in the Storyteller System is a pool of ten-sided dice (d10s), which are used to resolve conflicts.

Auspices

Ahroun

Ahroun

Changed under the sign of the full moon, the ahrouns are the warriors of Garou society, the fighters of a people who are entirely disposed to ferocious violence. They are often looked at for leadership in times of war, and given the belligerence of many septs, this often means "until further notice".

Galliard

Galliard

Changed under the sign of the gibbous moon, the galliards are the storytellers and lore-keepers of the Garou, and the auspice that maintains the oral record of the werewolves and upholds the spirit of the Litany.

Philodox

Philodox

Changed under the sign of the half-moon, the philodoxes are the judges and arbiters of Garou society - the auspice with the responsibilities of mediating conflict by wisely interpreting the ways of the werewolves, and knowing the letter of the Litany.

Ragabash

Ragabash

Changed under the sign of the new moon, the ragabash are the tricksters of Garou society, the auspice given the greatest latitude to challenge traditions and question "the way things have always been done." Not least because "the way things have always been done" has resulted in Apocalypse.

Theurge

Theurge

Changed under the sign of the crescent moon, the theurges are the mystics of Garou society and the auspice with the greatest aptitude for interacting with spirits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What supplies do I need to play Werewolf: The Apocalypse?
Obviously this will vary from table to table, but here are some good places to start! If your game is played in person, most likely you will want to get a set of dice, something to write with, and paper to take notes. If your game is hosted online instead, you will probably need to make accounts on a few sites for things like character sheets, access to the Virtual Tabletop for maps and tokens, and sites like Discord or Zoom for video/voice calls during the session. You won't always need to have the rulebooks to start, but if you want to read through them to make sure you know all the rules, this might also be a good option.
What if I'm not comfortable with certain themes or content in Werewolf: The Apocalypse?
Tabletop Roleplaying Games can cover an impressive range of topics and styles, including violence, horror, romance, and many many more! However, if there are specific themes or content that you’re uncomfortable with, let your group and GM know before the game, and have an open conversation about these topics. Any group worth playing with should be respectful and understanding of your concerns and the game can be adjusted so everyone is having fun. Many tables also use “Safety Tools” which help ensure that these conversations are handled easily, and everyone has a voice at the table.
What Dice do you need for Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition?
Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition uses ten-sided dice, or d10s, exclusively.
Do I need to know all the rules before I can play Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition?
Knowing every rule of the game may be helpful to some, but many players will learn the game as they play! If you want to read the rules ahead of time you absolutely can, but if you are a hands-on learner you can also just start playing, and if there is something you don’t understand never be afraid to ask questions, because everyone starts somewhere!

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