Objective of the Game
The objective of the game Vampire is to collect the most points. This is achieved by winning rounds and ideally by identifying and eliminating the vampires, depending on your role in the game.
Components
- Cards: There are various character cards, each representing a specific role like Vampire, Villager, Hunter, or other special roles.
- Game Manual: Explains specific roles and their abilities.
- Possible Board or Tokens: For displaying scores or special actions (depending on the version).
Setup
- Draw a Role Card: Each player secretly draws a role card, which they keep for the entire game. This card remains hidden.
- Round Card: A card or mechanism determines which phase comes next (see flow below).
Game Flow
The game progresses in rounds, each consisting of night and day phases:
- Night Phase:
- All players close their eyes.
- The Vampires open their eyes and recognize each other. They jointly choose a victim among the players.
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They then close their eyes.
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Day Phase:
- All players open their eyes.
- A moderator announces who the victim is.
- The remaining players discuss and try to determine who the vampires are. This is the core of strategic discussion.
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Players vote to decide who they believe is a vampire and should be eliminated.
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Check Victory Conditions:
- The game ends if all vampires are eliminated or if the vampires have a majority among the players.
Strategic Nuances
- Bluffing: Vampires should cleverly bluff and pose as villagers.
- Quick Decisions: Players must quickly debate and decide on vampire suspicions to strategically use the day phase.
- Use Special Roles: Certain roles like the Hunter have special abilities that can be used to strengthen the villagers' team.
Tips for New Players
- Be Observant: Pay attention to both your own and others' body language for clues.
- Be Communicative: Share your thoughts and suspicions with other players.
- Vote Decisively: Be assertive in voting to show your conviction and influence others.
Conclusion
"Vampire" is a game that offers a blend of social interaction, strategy, and bluffing. Anyone can win, no matter what role they take, but teamwork and strategic discussions are key to success.
