What we’re about
vv Welcome to Madison VTES! vv
We're a community of players dedicated to Vampire the Eternal Struggle CCG. Check our events for demo days, casual play & special events.
Vampire: the Eternal Struggle (or VTES for short) is a multi-player collectable card game based on the award-winning Vampire: the Masquerade role playing game in which players take on the role of ancient vampires known as a Methuselahs. Considered mere legend by many, Methuselahs rule everything from the shadows, engaging in a eons-long Machiavellian conflict that encompasses political, social, and even physical warfare. The struggle is won or lost based on the actions taken by your minions – younger vampires who unknowingly do your bidding. In this way, the game can allow for deep and immersive storytelling as your minions purchase equipment, hire retainers, even suggest legislative changes to vampiric society, all in the service of your dark plots.
VTES was the second card game designed by Richard Garfield (designer of Magic the Gathering, Netrunner, and other games). It was designed to avoid some of the flaws that Garfield found in Magic: VTES does not require you to include resource or mana cards in your deck, and cards are instantly replaced when played, meaning that card draw isn’t as important as knowing when to discard a card to sculpt a better hand. It also has a gameplay experience more in keeping with a boardgame than a traditional card game – VTES is usually played by 4 or 5 players and games can last up to 2 hours.
The game itself started in 1994, then called Jyhad, but has since released a dozen expansions as recently as this year. It is now owned by Black Chantry Productions.
There are around 20 members in the area and we're always hungry for more. We play once a week at various locations around Madison, WI.
Cards can be purcased online or at Noble Knight Games in Madson.
The following locations also have 5-player demo decks available:
Noble Knight Games - Fitchburg, WI
Misty Mountain Games - Monona, WI
Mox Mania - Madison, WI
Gamer's Library - Madison, WI
Pegasus Games - Madison, WI
Roll Play - Madison, WI
Gemini Games - Stoughton, WI
Upcoming events
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New Year's New Player Extravaganza!
Richmond Hill Estates - Clubhouse, 1610 Kings Mill Way, Madison, WI, Madison, WI, USMadison VTES is hosting a New Year’s Day recruiting event for Vampire the Eternal Struggle CCG.
There will be demos & casual games, focused on growing our community. Intro games take about 30 minutes & we’ll have everything you need to play. We’ll also have prizes, giveaways & decks for sale to get you started.
We’ll provide food & beverages, but feel free to bring something to share. Donations are appreciated, but not required.
Please RSVP ASAP OMG WTF BBQ!
(This probably goes without saying, but if you're not feeling well, please stay home.)
Vampire: the Eternal Struggle (VTES for short) is a multi-player collectable card game, based on the award-winning Vampire: the Masquerade / World of Darkness role playing universe, in which players take on the role of ancient vampires known as a Methuselahs.
Considered mere legend by many, Methuselahs rule everything from the shadows, engaging in an eons-long Machiavellian conflict that encompasses political, social, and even physical warfare. The struggle is won or lost based on the actions taken by your minions – younger vampires who unknowingly do your bidding. In this way, the game can allow for deep and immersive storytelling as your minions purchase equipment, hire retainers, even suggest legislative changes to vampiric society, all in the service of your dark plots.
VTES is the second card game designed by Richard Garfield (designer of Magic the Gathering, Netrunner, and others). It was created in 1994 to avoid some of the flaws that Garfield found in Magic. It also has a multiplayer gameplay experience more in keeping with a boardgame than a traditional card game – VTES is a circular elimination-style game played by 2-5 Methuselahs and games can last up to 2 hours.
If you’ve demoed with us before, haven’t played in ages, love the gothic / punk themes of the 90s or are just looking for something new - we’d love to meet you.
There are some adult themes, so please leave the munchkins at home. We do have a few younger players, so anybody over 15 is welcome.5 attendees
VTES Sunday @ Noble Knight Games
Noble Knight Games, 2835 Commerce Park Dr, Fitchburg, WI, USJoin Madison VTES for casual play & demos at Noble Knight Games in Fitchburg. We've got everything you need to learn how to play!
Vampire: the Eternal Struggle (VTES for short) is a multi-player collectable card game, based on the award-winning Vampire: the Masquerade / World of Darkness role playing universe, in which players take on the role of ancient vampires known as a Methuselahs.
Considered mere legend by many, Methuselahs rule everything from the shadows, engaging in an eons-long Machiavellian conflict that encompasses political, social, and even physical warfare. The struggle is won or lost based on the actions taken by your minions – younger vampires who unknowingly do your bidding. In this way, the game can allow for deep and immersive storytelling as your minions purchase equipment, hire retainers, even suggest legislative changes to vampiric society, all in the service of your dark plots.
Vampire the Eternal Struggle is the second card game designed by Richard Garfield (designer of Magic the Gathering, Netrunner, and others). It was created in 1994 to avoid some of the flaws that Garfield found in Magic. It also has a multiplayer gameplay experience more in keeping with a boardgame than a traditional card game – VTES is a circular elimination-style game played by 2-5 Methuselahs and games can last up to 2 hours.
If you’ve demoed with us before, haven’t played in ages, love the gothic / punk themes of the 90s or are just looking for something new - we’d love to see you.
This is a recurring event that's hosted on the first & third Sunday of every month. If you've never played before or you haven't played in years, we'd love to meet you. Details on game play can be found here.
We are fully-stocked, so please let me know if you're interested in purchasing any starter decks or singles.
Look for our demo boxes at these local Madison game stores:
- Misty Mountain Games
- Noble Knight Games
- Pegasus Games
- Gamer's Library
- Roll Play
The game does contain some adult themes that might not be appropriate for children.1 attendee
vv VTES Sunday @ Misty Mountain Games vv
Misty Mountain Games, 4672 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI, USJoin the Madison VTES group for an afternoon of casual play, trading & demos at Misty Mountain Games.
We're always looking for new players, so invite your friends, your enemies or your enemy's enemies. We've got everything you need.
vv Please RSVP as early as you can, 3+ players and we are a go. vv
Look for our demo boxes at these local Madison game stores:
- Misty Mountain Games
- Noble Knight Games
- Pegasus Games
- Gamer's Library
- Roll Play
What is V:TES?
Vampire the Eternal Struggle is a multi-player collectable card game based on the gothic/punk World of Darkness & Vampire the Masquerade universe.
How do you play?
V:TES is a game of intrigue, combat & politicking among 2-5 ancient vampires - waged by vampiric princes & pawns.1 attendee
Past events
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