The Dark Ages just got a whole lot darker. Play Crusader Kings III as an immortal vampire! Not some fledgling bloodsucker--you are the Prince of the city! This mod is inspired by the World of Darkness, Dark Ages: Vampire, Vampire: the Masquerade, Vampire: the Requiem, etc...
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We have a Wiki that can answer a lot of questions about how to play the mod.
Development Diaries:
- Initial Release, Sep 1, 2020
- Metamorphosis, Nov 28, 2020
- Shadow Inquisition, Feb 25, 2021
- But What About the Vampires? Blood Sorcery, Custom Bloodlines & Revenants, Feb 28, 2021
- Player Survey, Mar, 18, 2021
- PDXCON Tutorial Mod, May 23, 2021
- Blood Cults & Silk, June 8, 2021
- Survey Capital, September 21, 2021
- Quality of (un)Life, September 24, 2021
- Sub-Bookmarks, September 26, 2021
- What We Do With the Shadows: Obtenebration, October 2, 2021
- Snakes! Serpentis!, Oct ober 3, 2021
- Night Court, February 8, 2022
- Night Court expanded, March 10, 2022
- Iberia by Night, May 31, 2022
- Iberia by Night, Hot Fix. June 5, 2022
- A House Divided, June 21, 2022
- Return of Ceoris, Hot Fix, June 22, 2022
- Undying, September 8, 2022
- Werewolves When?, October 2, 2022
- Disrobed, December 2, 2022
- A Hell of an Update!, December 13, 2022
- Lore of the Clans, April 5, 2023
- Torture and Toreadors, May 11, 2023
- Praxis, June 15, 2023
- Roma Aeterna, Brujah Panegyra, August 22, 2023
- Journeys and Coteries, November 9th, 2023
"Coteries & Journeys" Update, Version 1.11.1.1 Hotfix 4, November 25th, 2023
Compatible with CK3 1.11.1 "Peacock" and "Legacy of Persia" DLC
Optional content integrated with Fate of Iberia (Struggle mechanic)
Optional content integrated with Royal Court DLC.
Get it on Steam Workshop or Paradox Plaza Mods .
Our Change Log is now too long for this forum post, please see the Princes oF Darkness Mod: Wiki: Change Log
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Princes of Darkness Mod is part of the Dark Pack, officially sanctioned World of Darkness Fan Activity. See: https://www.worldofdarkness.com/dark-pack
Portions of the materials are the copyrights and trademarks of Paradox Interactive AB, and are used with permission. All rights reserved. For more information please visit https://worldofdarkness.com.
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Notice: This Mod is Princes of Darkness Mod Team material and is not official World of Darkness material.
Both White Wolf and Paradox Interactive have explicitly granted permission for this Mod. The Dark Pack license was expanded with this particular Mod in mind:
"Mods to Paradox Interactive games: any mods you create using World of Darkness IP shall be governed by the Paradox Mod policy, which you can find here https://www.paradoxplaza.com/mod-static-info-ca.html
"Please notice that Paradox is not always the owner of the intellectual property for a game that we publish, and therefore, Paradox cannot unconditionally allow modding to all games published by us. This also means that modding is only allowed for strictly non-commercial purposes. In case of a discrepancy between the mod policy and this Agreement, the mod policy shall take precedence."
Both White Wolf and Paradox Interactive have explicitly granted permission for this Mod. The Dark Pack license was expanded with this particular Mod in mind:
"Mods to Paradox Interactive games: any mods you create using World of Darkness IP shall be governed by the Paradox Mod policy, which you can find here https://www.paradoxplaza.com/mod-static-info-ca.html
"Please notice that Paradox is not always the owner of the intellectual property for a game that we publish, and therefore, Paradox cannot unconditionally allow modding to all games published by us. This also means that modding is only allowed for strictly non-commercial purposes. In case of a discrepancy between the mod policy and this Agreement, the mod policy shall take precedence."
Princes of Darkness is an overhaul of the base game, aimed at bringing the World of Darkness into life in Crusader Kings 3. As such, it has many gameplay concepts altered, and use the extensive lore of its world to propose a different experience all around.
The first thing to note is that, as a Vampire, you are immortal... sort of. You won't die of old age or disease, but being put to the torch or decapitated will still end your unlife. As such, succession is a lesser, but still present, concern for you. In the same vein, Marriages can't produce children, so they are mostly a political tool available to a select few religions. Religions are a core part of the gameplay, even more than in CK3. Here, it represents the core philosophical tenets of your character, which help him not fall to the Beast. Indeed, the Beast -a literal manifestation of your inner monstrosity- is one of your worst foes, and managing your stress is paramount to not fall prey to it, as it would mean your character has become a feral wight, resulting in his abdication.Take notice of your hunger, a core modifier representing your need for blood. Hunger is used for many schemes and powers, and replenish slowly or with active hunting.
Vampires are slow at learning new things. As such, you still have access to the base lifestyles, but at a lower rate of progression. You can instead choose to invest your time into the disciplines, opening the powers of the damned for your use. Buildings represent your influence over the mortal populace. Most are capped by a stat like control and you will have to choose how to balance these. Note that major centers of populations, represented by high development duchy capitals are the biggest asset any Prince can dream of. Warfare is sensibly altered, with a bigger emphasis on knights. The prowess of your knights can easily overcome a much more numerous foe, especially if mostly composed of levies. As such, be very wary of high prowess hostile Vampires. In a world full of deceit and tricks, intrigue plays a bigger role. There are new schemes to discover, some linked to your powers, and most of the characters have secrets better left untold... or used for blackmail if their religion allows it.
The World of Darkness is an universe running for more than 30 years now, with hundred of books and other medias covering it. The main idea is that, in our world, several factions of supernaturals creatures are interacting below the surface, creating an underworld full of intrigues and stories. The Vampires of the WoD are mainly the result of the biblical curse against Caine, the first murderer, and most are tracing back their lineage to him in a system they call 'generations'. This dynasty tree of the undeath has branched into several factions, the clans, each with its strength, weakness and geographical power base. In Dark Ages : Vampires, which you are playing now, we are following the undead world at the crossroad of several major crisis. The sack of Constantinople has happened, and broken the major Cainite Empire of the time, having a ripple effect as far as France and Persia. Meanwhile, the Church Inquisition is gathering support and information, almost ready to usher the age of retribution on the cursed bloodsuckers...
1230 AD: "The War of Princes" is the period of conflict in Cainite history that began shortly after the fall of Constantinople to the Fourth Crusade in 1204. The term refers to the conflicts over territory that the various princes of Europe fought after the end of the Long Night. The War of Princes began shortly before the Inquisition was formed. Although the Inquisitors were initially used as tools by the elders, they soon became a greater threat to the Cainites than the Cainites were to one another. Although it is not clear exactly when the War of Princes ended, it would have likely been forced to a conclusion with the advent of the Anarch Revolt, if not sooner. Will you be able to win conclusively the War before the mortals start their uprising against their rightful masters?
This is the successor mod to Princes of Darkness for Crusader Kings II. Same team has developed both mods.
Princes of Darkness Mod Team and credits:
Princes of Darkness Mod team: Sparc, Karde, Hastur, emeryville, Thaumaturge, Wata, Kukul, chilemiao, jimtalksdata, Neece, Creed, FaolDeTeine, Hanzo, Jernfalk, drstevebrule, Tyronis, Albin, Derenoc, bickando, Miskatonic81, Tsundere Saph, Morda, Al3xell, Khorvalle
Lead Developers: Sparc, Karde
Lead 3D Artist: emeryville
Lead 2D Artist: Hastur
Lead Portrait Artist: Wata
Bookmarks:
War of Princes, 1230: Karde
Dark Ages: Inquisitor: Karde and Kukul
Patron War, 1375: Sparc and our patrons!
History:
History/Characters: Karde
History/Titles: Karde
History/Provinces: Karde
Buildings: Karde, Kukul
Religions/Faiths/Tenets/Doctrines: Sparc, Karde
Character Interactions:
Investigate Scheme: Sparc & Karde
Vampire Discipline Powers/Schemes: Sparc
Vampire Blood Healing/Blood Surge: Sparc
Telepathy scheme: Thaumaturge
Bloodbond Prisoner: Thaumaturge
Herds: Thaumaturge and Sparc
Ghouls: Sparc
Transmogrification: Sparc
Wraiths: Thaumaturge
Blood Sorcery rituals: Thaumaturge
Obtenebration: Wata
Kuei-Jin disciplines and mechanics: chilemiao
Decisions:
Mid-Game Objectives: Karde
Events:
Random Character Initialization Events: Sparc
Player Character Generation Events: Sparc
Player Character Introduction Events: Karde
Great Person Events: Karde
Great Adventurer Events: Karde
Gehenna Events: Sparc
Gehenna Seer Events: Sparc
Frenzy: Thaumaturge
Wight: Thaumaturge
Turned hunter: Khorvale
Torpor: Wata
Vampire Childer Education: Karde
Inquisition Holy Seal: Kukul
Traditions Feudal Contract: Sparc
Secrets: Sparc
Hunger Mechanics: Sparc
Masquerade Mechanics: Sparc
Blood Potency Mechanics: Sparc, Wata
Men At Arms: Sparc, Karde
Lifestyle Perks: Neece, Sparc, Karde
Defines Combat Rebalance: Neece
Clan Banes: Thaumaturge
Revenants: Sparc
Hunters: Karde, Kukul, Sparc
Kuei-Jin: Chilemiao
Localization: Sparc, Karde, FaolDeTeine, drstevebrule
Translation:
Chinese: 尽点/Chilemiao
Russian: Morda https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2286765384
French: Al3xell
Spanish: Nikuzo, Mikelvamp
Graphics:
3D modelling: emeryville, jimtalksdata, Owlcoholic, El Tyranos
Coats of Arms: Sparc, Hastur
Religion/Faith Icons: Sparc, Hastur
Trait Icons: Sparc, Hastur
Event Window Icons: Hastur
GUI modifications: Sparc
Men At Arms Illustrations/Icons: Sparc
Event Theme Backgrounds/Character View/Front End/Main Menu/Holding Types/Terrain Types: Sparc, Lanjane
Map Environment: Sparc
Integrated Mods:
Always move Realm Capital Mod by Myrianne. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2259210465
Show More Traits Mod Compatible Version by FunGaming44. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2221307044
Window Dynasty by Samdy. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2297162987
Ancient Egyptian clothing from Owlholic used with permission, first appearing in The Bronze Age: Maryannu mod by Svanley.
steamcommunity.com
Renaissance Order of Santiago Cross from El Tyranos. Other great clothing and headgear available as part of the Community Flavor Pack mod: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2220098919
See POD_art_sources.txt for Art Source Credits, Licenses and URLs.
Lead Developers: Sparc, Karde
Lead 3D Artist: emeryville
Lead 2D Artist: Hastur
Lead Portrait Artist: Wata
Bookmarks:
War of Princes, 1230: Karde
Dark Ages: Inquisitor: Karde and Kukul
Patron War, 1375: Sparc and our patrons!
History:
History/Characters: Karde
History/Titles: Karde
History/Provinces: Karde
Buildings: Karde, Kukul
Religions/Faiths/Tenets/Doctrines: Sparc, Karde
Character Interactions:
Investigate Scheme: Sparc & Karde
Vampire Discipline Powers/Schemes: Sparc
Vampire Blood Healing/Blood Surge: Sparc
Telepathy scheme: Thaumaturge
Bloodbond Prisoner: Thaumaturge
Herds: Thaumaturge and Sparc
Ghouls: Sparc
Transmogrification: Sparc
Wraiths: Thaumaturge
Blood Sorcery rituals: Thaumaturge
Obtenebration: Wata
Kuei-Jin disciplines and mechanics: chilemiao
Decisions:
Mid-Game Objectives: Karde
Events:
Random Character Initialization Events: Sparc
Player Character Generation Events: Sparc
Player Character Introduction Events: Karde
Great Person Events: Karde
Great Adventurer Events: Karde
Gehenna Events: Sparc
Gehenna Seer Events: Sparc
Frenzy: Thaumaturge
Wight: Thaumaturge
Turned hunter: Khorvale
Torpor: Wata
Vampire Childer Education: Karde
Inquisition Holy Seal: Kukul
Traditions Feudal Contract: Sparc
Secrets: Sparc
Hunger Mechanics: Sparc
Masquerade Mechanics: Sparc
Blood Potency Mechanics: Sparc, Wata
Men At Arms: Sparc, Karde
Lifestyle Perks: Neece, Sparc, Karde
Defines Combat Rebalance: Neece
Clan Banes: Thaumaturge
Revenants: Sparc
Hunters: Karde, Kukul, Sparc
Kuei-Jin: Chilemiao
Localization: Sparc, Karde, FaolDeTeine, drstevebrule
Translation:
Chinese: 尽点/Chilemiao
Russian: Morda https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2286765384
French: Al3xell
Spanish: Nikuzo, Mikelvamp
Graphics:
3D modelling: emeryville, jimtalksdata, Owlcoholic, El Tyranos
Coats of Arms: Sparc, Hastur
Religion/Faith Icons: Sparc, Hastur
Trait Icons: Sparc, Hastur
Event Window Icons: Hastur
GUI modifications: Sparc
Men At Arms Illustrations/Icons: Sparc
Event Theme Backgrounds/Character View/Front End/Main Menu/Holding Types/Terrain Types: Sparc, Lanjane
Map Environment: Sparc
Integrated Mods:
Always move Realm Capital Mod by Myrianne. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2259210465
Show More Traits Mod Compatible Version by FunGaming44. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2221307044
Window Dynasty by Samdy. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2297162987
Ancient Egyptian clothing from Owlholic used with permission, first appearing in The Bronze Age: Maryannu mod by Svanley.
Steam Workshop::The Bronze Age: Maryannu (No Longer In Development)
Renaissance Order of Santiago Cross from El Tyranos. Other great clothing and headgear available as part of the Community Flavor Pack mod: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2220098919
See POD_art_sources.txt for Art Source Credits, Licenses and URLs.
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