- DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF PLAYERS, NOT ALL ROLES WILL BE ASSIGNED -
the town
These people are the backbone of Vigil City Records. Many have been here for years and have stuck through all sorts of ups and downs. They refuse to let this place fall apart. And if they must, they will go down with the ship.
THE REGULARalso known as a Townie, Villager, or SheepThe bread and butter of the community, regulars come from all walks of life. Though the reasons they have for frequenting the record shop may differ, their love for it is unanimous. Even if they aren't particularly skilled in the art of thwarting vampires, they're prepared to give this their all.
THE GOTHalso known as a PriestGoths tend to hoard strange and occult items, on account of them looking cool. So what a relief it was that upon doing a preliminary Google search, the Goth found themselves already more or less fully equipped to ward off any ill-intentioned visitors of the night. Armed with new knowledge and old knickknacks, the Goth intends to slow the spread and buy the others as much time as they need to weed out the infected.
THE NIGHT NURSEalso known as a DoctorWorking at a hospital is one of the most stressful things one can do. Vigil City Records was meant to be a place of escapism and relaxation. But this new development has left the Night Nurse with only one option: they must work double time. As soon as their shift at the hospital ends, they will take to the streets, scrubs still donned and raided medical supplies in hand, in the hopes of preventing any more corpses from turning up.
THE HOOKUPalso known as a MediumEveryone knows a guy that can see ghosts. At Vigil City Records, the Hookup is that guy. Not wanting the dead's wisdom to be lost, the Hookup is prepared to use their supernatural gifts to play detective.
THE METALHEADalso known as a Vampire Hunter, or (similar, but not quite) VigilanteWho would've thought the antique vampire slaying kit at the bottom of Gran's closet would ever come in handy? Not the Metalhead, that's for sure. But when procuring something a bit more modern would get you clocked by the government in a nanosecond, it's Victorian solutions or bust. Now all that's left to do is blare some heavy metal in their ears and pray it gives them the courage required to get the job done.
THE MANAGERalso known as a MayorEveryone calls them the Manager, but truthfully there's no one for them to manage. They're the only person Opal and Pastel have on their payroll. But now that things have hit the fan? Well, the Manager has no choice but to step up and use their years of experience at Vigil City Records to keep everyone's eyes on the prize.
THE ROADIEalso known as a MagicianThe owners aren't the only ones that have dabbled in witchery. The Roadie's job has lead them many places, and put them in contact with all sorts of folks. As such, they've learned a thing or two. Their aim is to cause mischief and hopefully disrupt whatever plan this vampire is trying to execute.
THE POSERalso known as an Outsider, or MillerThe Poser has wormed their way into the VCR community for two reasons: vinyl records are trendy and hole in the wall cafes are also trendy. This shop is merely meant to up their cool factor, and their volunteering after hours is only meant to impress the other more 'in' members of the community. Truth be told, they have no emotional stake in this, but now that Opal's slapped a binding spell on them they have to play along, or risk ending up like that poor fool backstage.
THE BABYalso known as an Aspirant, or (similar, but not quite) ApprenticeThe Baby has stumbled into Vigil City Records in the hopes of finding their footing. New to their scene of choice, they struggle to make friends and learn about the community. But it seems that pursuit for belonging has taken a dire turn, and the Baby finds themself tasked with a choice: give in to their ignorance, or step up to the plate and find the courage their elders possess in spades.
the coven
The Headliner is putting together a brand new band, and they'd love for you to join! Don't mind the blood or the screaming coming from the other room -- it's all part of the artistic process.
THE HEADLINERThe center of attention. The main act. Everyone loves the Headliner. Everyone wants to be in their band, or work with their band. So when they approach another patron of the record shop and explain to them their upcoming project, it feels like an honor. Like a dream come true. "Of course I'll for work you," they'll say. But little do they know this job will be their last.
THE GROUPIEalso known as a BelovedThe Groupie has stars in their eyes. They will do anything for the Headliner. They will do anything for this band. They will sit pretty, if that is all they're needed for. Or they will change. They will change in whatever way the Headliner sees fit because it is such an honor to be in this band. It is
such an honor, and the least they can do is scramble their brain and their guts and
change.
THE SCREAMERalso known as a Hellion, Werewolf, or MafiosoIf the Headliner is gone, what is the point? What is the point of this equipment and these instruments and these lyrics? What is the point of this band? What is the point of the cold, un-beating heart in their chest? There
is no point. There is no point to anything, so why sing a pretty song when you can just scream and scream and scream?
THE SOUND TECHalso known as a ConsigliereThe Sound Tech hears all. Not only do they handle the microphones and speakers on stage, but they also handle the ones in homes and on people. They pour over hours of audio, enhancing and scrubbing sound waves until even the finest details can be made out.
THE STANalso known as a Watcher, or SpyThe Stan is a chronically online mess. They compulsively refresh social media feeds and pour over freshly posted photos. They hyper-analyze timestamps and follower counts and period usage, desperate to find an inconsistency. They lap up any morsel of information they can, because if the Headliner cares about this person, then they
must be worth knowing. But do you really know a person if you can't recite their home address from memory?
THE NEMESISalso known as an Old FlameThe Nemesis is no stranger to twisted, ugly feelings. They hated someone in this group, once. They fought with them over stolen ideas and disgusting episodes of ego. Yes, years ago they hated this one person in particular. They look different than the Nemesis remembers, but it's probably just a side effect of the passage of time. All that matters is that now, the Nemesis is ready to hate again, and they will not rest until their rival is six feet under.
THE CRITICalso known as a JudgeThe Critic
knows good music from bad music. The Headliner makes good music. Exceptional music, even. But the other chumps at Vigil City Records? They're all amateurs. Their music is low brow trash, and the Critic will make sure everyone knows.
THE HEADHUNTERalso known as a SirenThe Headliner is so good at recruiting more members for the band! The Headhunter wants to be just as good, but they don't have the charisma, to be perfectly honest. They'll send someone a lovely flyer advertising the band and the person will either ignore them or, upon meeting the Headhunter, refuse to join. And well, the poor Headhunter just doesn't know how to handle rejection.
THE IDOLalso known as a WitchThe Idol is
irresistible. People can't help but gravitate towards them, can't help but worship them. And when people worship someone, they'll do whatever they say. So if they demand they cluck like a chicken, bark like a dog, or cut their tongue out of their skull...well, they'll just do it.
the neutrals
Make love, not war! Surely this vampire situation can be resolved peacefully without anyone having to die...
THE HEARTTHROBEveryone loves the Heartthrob. So naturally, if someone stops loving them, something's wrong. And if the Heartthrob stops loving that everyone loves them, something is
definitely wrong. Best to make sure everyone is still feeling the love. A sudden drop in empathy and emotion is a symptom of vampirism, after all.
THE WINGMANalso known as a Shoulder CherubThe Wingman is most privy to the interpersonal relationships at Vigil City Records. Most would argue that now is not the time to think about those kinds of things, but if you can manage to find love or make friends in the midst of a vampire outbreak well... those folks will most certainly become ride or die. Maybe they'll even think twice before murdering you if they do manage to become vampires.
THE MUTUAL FRIENDalso known as a MatchmakerEveryone just needs to get along. It's obvious that this vampire cares for the people of Vigil City Records. Why else would they make a point to target a man the group barely knew? So the Mutual Friend is convinced that if they can simply get everyone paired up and lovey-dovey, the vampire won't want to hurt anyone else, and they can all have a happily ever after.
official resolve order