Choice of the Vampire

Choice of the Vampire is a thrilling interactive novel that spans four volumes and a whopping 850,000 words. Written by Jason Stevan Hill, this text-based game allows you to use your imagination to fuel the story, without any graphics or sound effects to distract you.

In Volume One, "The Battle of New Orleans," you will embark on your vampiric journey in antebellum Louisiana. Your reputation in this world is determined by your skill with a sword or dueling pistol. As you progress to Volume Two, "The Siege of Vicksburg," you will find yourself in the midst of the Civil War, facing one of the most grueling and decisive battles of the time. Here, you will encounter a strange vampire who seeks to disrupt the Confederate defenses. Will you choose to help, hinder, or consume him?

For an even more immersive experience, you can purchase Volume Three, "The Fall of Memphis," where you will find yourself in a city ravaged by ex-Confederates who are looting and dismantling the advances of Reconstruction. In Volume Four, "St. Louis, Unreal City," you will explore the 1904 World's Fair, known as the party of the century.

As your character reaches their first century of unlife, they must navigate the changing world around them. The excesses of industrialization and urbanization are creating a new class of educated and militant workers who are ready to stand up against the elite. Meanwhile, the remnants of the Confederacy are systematically dismantling Reconstruction and pitting different groups against each other. In this chaotic world, national figures like JP Morgan and Jay Gould hold immense power and influence.

As a member of the Society of North America, you must adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing world. You must also contend with the threat of being exposed as a vampire, which could lead to your destruction. When one of your own turns against the Society and begins hunting other vampires, you must decide what you are willing to fight for.

In this game, you have the freedom to choose your character's gender, sexuality, and gender identity. You can also exploit different aspects of humanity, such as becoming a patron of the arts, an advocate for temperance, an underworld boss, an investor in industry, or a visionary of the unseen world. You can also choose your prey, whether it be gamblers, artists, financiers, or even other vampires. But be careful, as your actions may have consequences and you must navigate the machinations of your fellow vampires, the wrath of those you have wronged, and the hunters who seek to destroy your kind.

As you progress through the game, you will uncover the mysteries of vampirekind and even have the chance to meet famous historical figures and drink their blood. The ultimate question remains: will you be satisfied with the American Republic, or will you drain it dry? The choice is yours in Choice of the Vampire.