Larceny (Vampire: The Masquerade 5th Edition)
Skills
Definition
Larceny covers criminal skills related to theft, breaking and entering, and bypassing security. For vampires, this skill is invaluable for accessing restricted areas, stealing resources, and generally operating outside the law. From picking locks to disabling alarms, Larceny provides the tools to go where you're not supposed to be. Combined with supernatural abilities like Obfuscate, a vampire with high Larceny is nearly impossible to keep out.
How it works
**Common Rolls**:
- Dexterity + Larceny: Picking locks, pickpocketing
- Intelligence + Larceny: Bypassing security systems
- Wits + Larceny: Spotting security measures
**Specialties**: Lockpicking, Pickpocketing, Security Systems, Safecracking, Hotwiring
Tips
**Character Concepts**: Thief, burglar, security consultant, former criminal, spy.
**Synergies**: Obfuscate + Larceny is a powerful combination for infiltration. Auspex helps spot security.
Frequently asked questions
Can Larceny bypass supernatural protections?
Larceny works on mundane security. Blood Sorcery wards or other supernatural protections require different approaches, though Larceny might help identify them.