The romance card is being provided in advance of the game to give players a chance to review the tasks and decide if they would like to participate in the mechanic. Certain romances can earn players reputation points, so all characters are motivated to pursue romance. If a character is not involved in the romance …
The Art of Winemaking
Wine is an integral part of the Italian lifestyle. It’s consumed almost daily and used as part of the sacrament at church services. Public drunkenness is passé and drunkards are seen as gauche, so individuals work hard to quench their thirsts and hold onto a sense of decorum. Aside from politicians and land wealthy individuals, …
Under the Mask Currency
Currency: All currency in game is ducats. There are a few plots that call for French Francs. French money is on item cards when it is in game. light pink (lp) 1 dark pink (dp) 5 gold (g) 20 silver (s) 50 Note: We were going to have really cool coins, but when I went …
Gardens and Palazzos
ach and every city-state, nation, and empire wants to be known for having the best and most beautiful gardens. Gardens and palazzos are crucial to having a strong arts district in an area and gardens with the best reputations tend to attract heroic artists, inventors, and do-gooders. Conversely- gardens adorned and festooned with ugly items …
Hero/Villain Teams
Characters may start game on a team or form a hero/villain team during game. Team reputation is determined by adding up the reputation scores of the individuals on the team. Team members MUST disclose to one another both their names and alter egos. A Character can only be on one team at a time. Teams …
Combat
Each character in Under the Mask starts game with a hand of 4 Combat cards. Each character will also have a Speed rating. They have these cards in addition to any power cards they may have. These Combat cards are to be used in character vs. character, group, and quest conflict. The combat resolution system …
Character Reputation
Information With new technologies, masterpieces, new imports and exports- everyone is motivated to do their best for their city state. Everyone wants to be number one in their city and everyone wants to have the best things for their citizens. Under the Mask will be using a reputation system at game. Individuals will be able …
Romance Rules
Information If you have ever played Lullabies of Broadway or the American updates to Once Upon a Time in Tombstone, these romance rules should feel quite familiar to you. Romance in Under the Mask is meant to encourage role playing opportunities and player partnerships that might not otherwise come to fruition. Romance in the game allows you the …
Mailboxes
Under the Mask is using character mail boxes. All characters in game that can get mail will have a mail slot. Please take a few minutes to locate and familiarize yourself with the location of your mailbox. During game, if the GMs owe you items, research information, or other items- they will deliver it to you …
Great Works and Masterpieces
A number of the characters in Under the Mask are inventors, painters, and sculptors. Through the course of the game these individuals are able to create wondrous works of art and emerging technology that have valuable in game effects. Some characters will find a skill card in their character packet that designates them as able …