If you find the base game too restrictive, the Secrets and Shadows expansion is a major "feature" upgrade:

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: Adds the Oblivion Discipline and variant powers like Chimerstry , significantly changing how you interact with the story's desert environment. If you'd like, I can:

: It allows you to prioritize leveling specific stats—like Composure and Resolve —which are vital for managing your Willpower and resisting the "distracted by hunger" status. Recommended DLC: "Secrets and Shadows"

: Since the game is 650,000 words of text with complex RPG mechanics, it can be hard to guess if a choice requires "Strength" or "Dexterity". This mode removes the guesswork, helping you avoid accidental "Final Death" by picking options your character isn't skilled enough to handle.

: It unlocks five additional clans (Nosferatu, Lasombra, Ministry, Ravnos, and Hecata).

Provide a guide on how to manage your levels.