@Faraday I dunno, ChatGPT (ethical situation aside, for the sake of argument) does okay at some storytelling tasks:
Prompt:
Create for me, please, a Vampire character using the Vampire the Masquerade system.
Response
Certainly! Here’s a character using the Vampire the Masquerade system:
Name: Eliza Vargas
Clan: Toreador
Generation: 9th
Nature: Conniver
Demeanor: Bon Vivant
Attributes:
Physical: Strength 2, Dexterity 3, Stamina 2
Social: Charisma 4, Manipulation 3, Appearance 4
Mental: Perception 2, Intelligence 3, Wits 3
Abilities:
Talents: Alertness 2, Empathy 3, Expression 3, Intimidation 2, Subterfuge 2
Skills: Drive 2, Etiquette 3, Firearms 1, Melee 2, Performance (Dance) 4
Knowledges: Academics 2, Computer 1, Investigation 1, Occult 1, Politics 1
Disciplines:
Auspex 2
Celerity 1
Presence 3
Backgrounds:
Resources 2
Contacts 2
Fame 1
Merits/Flaws:
Merit: Seductive (2)
Flaw: Soft-Hearted (1)
Eliza Vargas was born in the early 20th century in Spain. As a mortal, she was a renowned flamenco dancer, with a passion for music, art, and literature. When she was embraced into the Toreador clan, her love for beauty and art only grew stronger. She quickly learned how to use her charm and beauty to get what she wanted, becoming an expert in manipulating those around her. Eliza is a conniver at heart, always scheming and plotting to get ahead, but she never loses her cool or grace, always maintaining her facade of a carefree bon vivant.
Eliza spends most of her time socializing with the upper echelons of society, attending art shows, theater performances, and high-end parties. She uses her fame and contacts to gain access to exclusive events, always on the lookout for new sources of entertainment or potential victims. When she’s not socializing, she enjoys practicing her dance skills, which have only improved since she became a vampire.
Eliza’s Auspex allows her to sense auras and read minds, which she uses to gain an advantage in negotiations or to uncover secrets. Her Celerity gives her an edge in combat, allowing her to move quickly and dodge attacks. Her Presence is her most powerful weapon, allowing her to command the attention and respect of those around her.
Eliza’s Seductive merit reflects her natural charisma and beauty, which she uses to her advantage to charm and manipulate others. However, her Soft-Hearted flaw can sometimes get in the way of her plans, as she can’t help but feel empathy for those she sees as vulnerable or in need.
Overall, Eliza is a dangerous and cunning vampire, always looking for ways to increase her power and influence. However, she is not without her weaknesses, and her soft spot for the underdog may one day come back to haunt her.