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Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table - Cantor, Alessandro, Dunstan
Standing unrepentant of some perceived "sin", Yanos turns back towards Alessandro and Sir Dunstan, "As you can see, 'tween actions, and more importantly reactions and words, only one really mazzers.
"Now zat we each have a bezzer idea of where we all stand, now we can speak of friendships, yes. How, Alessandro, did it feel? Did you fight back for love of her? Or because somethin' told you zat you had love for her and you must do everyzing ta protect your Clan mate? What makes her worzy of yur love? If we are ta support her claim to the,. . . throne," there is a bit of contempt with that word, but otherwise his words seem genuine, not intended to make others question themselves, "zat you would stand for her?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"Yes it seems both of our lucks have led us to this new life."[b/]
Xing looks around not looking to happy at the gathering.
[b]"Politics don't really suit me but have to do as sire says I'm sure you fall into the same as me. I'm sure even though we are of different clans those differences do not have to interfere with us working together like we have before all this." She smiles.
"I have a question for you I'm actually trying to get in contact with 2 from your own clan and perhaps you have already met them since the changing. Do you know of a Uriel and Sebastian?"
I will try to put into... your terms, so there is no misunderstanding, yes? I was not protecting her. I have no doubt, she could stop you with little effort.
I was simply defending the Ventrue territory that is this table and the sanctity of the Lady Alyssa's honor and personal space. Surely that is something understandable to a man of instinct. Alessandro looks to everyone involved, nodding thanks to those helping reign in the Gangrel.
Looking from Dunstan to Cantor. I think we can find common ground, Cantor. I think we understand each other... You, Dunstan and me, when we strip the veil of civility. Our challenge will be to not let it get to that, between us.
As to any who might stand against us... he shrugs.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Onfroi the Bastard of Burgandy - the Dark Streets of Venice
As the temperature dips a bit you see your breath despite the fact that the air is not quite so chilly, especially not compared to Paris this time of year.
You do not wait long before the man from earlier in the evening appears from the shadows once more.
"Does your presence here mean that you are prepared to be brought across?" he asks matter of factly.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Shadow Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
I will be watching K'haytall's face to see if I can glean anything from his reactions.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
"What specific information does this Fledgling possess Radek? Thus far I have heard little that is worthy of hearing much less making the decision to bring him across one that you can justify", she states in a monotone voice.
Radek shakes his head in disagreement, "You fail to see the connection? For weeks now, humans have been popping up dead, the victims of obvious attacks by Vampires. So frequently that the Prince declared a Blood Hunt on the Cainite feeding in such a cavalier manner while known hunters of our kind were within this island city.
We now know that it was Fahdi who committed such crimes. We also know that in direct violation of the Prince's laws, Fahdi was mainitaining tabs on and in fact placed a mole within the organization of hunters.
This clears all others of wrongdoing and also allows the Prince to place the blame solely on Fahdi as the target of the Blood Hunt.
This Fledgling is also useful for the for the first hand knowledge he has of the hunter and his organization and tactics".
Mistress Fanchon, "I fail to see how this is relevant to Clan Tremere's interests..."
K'haytall cuts in, "This also justifies the announcement of this Cainite as Anathema to your Camarilla does it not Mistress?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
Before she can answer I will blurt out, " yes it would. Also his knowledge of these hunters would help aid in their destruction. "
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Ranerius Bernerius
Lord Benne places his hand up, "I disagree with your original contention. Helene represents the interests of the Courts of Love. A network of powerful French Toreador, right now the most powerful block among that Clan since the fall of Michael of Constantinople. To this Court do the independent Toreador look for leadership. Rafael and Francois may well be seen as opportunists by those of the Court who maneuvered to place Helene in this position.
Dictation is the hallmark of the history of our kind.
Tell me, with this information in mind, do you still believe that your Sire is the best choice in this?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"It is God's will so it is."
"I also am ill suited to tha role o diplomat, truth I am a warrior on tha field o honor, tha streets o Venice I ave learned err very differnt...though I ave learned much."
Andrew returns her smiles...
"I ave met a very few o kirth an kind I ave seen many more o tha spirits o tha dead, I see them upon rousing fer tha evening an nearly always witness tha termoil tha is theirs. I know not neither Uriel nor one called Sebastian?"
"I fear tha grip tha elders claim upon tha childer, tha ones less lenient may rule over tha childe in tyranny. I hope this is not how it is with yerself."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table - Cantor, Alessandro, Dunstan
Gustav having departed, Jurgen nods towards him, "That one is a hot-head and a dangerous enemy to have. His Sire is powerful enough that her city is independent of Hardestadt's Black Cross. Not a wise enemy to make Childe", he states to Cantor in no uncertain terms.
Alyssa stands and strokes Alessandro's back as he stands toe to toe with Cantor and they banter back and forth.
"Even when the very things that make you men cease to function your gender still runs hot with tempers", she giggles.
"If we do not do so how can we catch the eye of fair maiden's such as yourself?" retorts Jurgen. "These small misunderstandings should not stand in the way of unity. Alyssa and Meridie are both competent and behind them both stand old and powerful interests. Still, those interests and far away from this place and while they may be influential, to have a block of Anacillae Cainites who have experience with both Elder and Neonate alike, this Camarilla will be better for it".
Alyssa's face turns serious, "Let us say I do support this Brujah's quest for the leadership position in her Clan, what assurances do we have that you will support us in turn Sir Dunstan? Your ally, this Gangrel is unpredictable are you unpredictable as well?"
"I will give much aid as possible. I will even go far as to say who ever finds Katriana will hold much power over the hunters. François has been bedding the sister of the leader and sergi does not approve one bit and I am sure he would do anything to keep her safe. Sergei is on the brink of madness trying to find her. She has been missing for days. He says she is all that is left of family after their parents fell to other, Cainites is what you call yourselves?
As far as fahdi i am sure he is not Hans ... he has been using his identity though. He was very adamant those around him called him hans though.."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - A Secluded Room - Vitaliano
Rafael watches you shift the chair and shifts his to mirror what you have done.
"An interesting line of questions. Generally these discussion start with 'what can you do for me'. Quite refreshing. I believe that my Clan is on the forefront, as I explained downstairs, of culture and maintaining culture. The maintenance of culture is the maintenance of civilization. The buttress of order against chaos.
My Sire is quite old and powerful, her Sire told her of our existence before the advent of cities. No better than ancient man were we, living in caves scrounging for food, on guard against the skinchangers seeking to hound us at every turn.
Chaos is a recipe to revisit such times. The fall of Rome nearly saw such times repeat themselves. Our existence prevents that.
For myself, I believe that I can guide the Clan to continue on such a course and disseminate this idea among all of my line. We must cultivate humanity, not rule it openly. That way lies ruin".
Onfroi looks at the man and says I am prepared to enter into the agreement you proposed, but as for what lies ahead I am prepared as one can be, yes and Onfroi gathers his wits and will as if about to enter battle.
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Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table - Cantor, Alessandro, Dunstan
I will try to put into... your terms, so there is no misunderstanding, yes? I was not protecting her. I have no doubt, she could stop you with little effort.
I was simply defending the Ventrue territory that is this table and the sanctity of the Lady Alyssa's honor and personal space. Surely that is something understandable to a man of instinct. Alessandro looks to everyone involved, nodding thanks to those helping reign in the Gangrel.
Looking from Dunstan to Cantor. I think we can find common ground, Cantor. I think we understand each other... You, Dunstan and me, when we strip the veil of civility. Our challenge will be to not let it get to that, between us.
Seeing his plan working, actually a bit better than expected, [b]"Excellent. I can respect zat. Of more importance, zat some of your blood did not loose their minds at even a minor challenge."
Gustav having departed, Jurgen nods towards him, "That one is a hot-head and a dangerous enemy to have. His Sire is powerful enough that her city is independent of Hardestadt's Black Cross. Not a wise enemy to make Childe", he states to Cantor in no uncertain terms.
"As I understand it, your goal is to make an alliance of our kind. A place of safety, where all stand togezer against our enemies. A place where our kind can earn respect on our merits, and join togezer in zese Eleesiums without fear of attack. How can zis come to be if such a one, wiz all of his power and support, at his own territory can not keep his hands off of an "unwise, hot-headed childe"? Jus' how certain are you," looking around the table at Jurgen, Allyssa, Dunstan, and Alessandro, "he would do any better in times of true trouble? Even wiz my limited combat training, I know who I would not wish ta have watching my back when ze stakes are high. . ."
Alyssa stands and strokes Alessandro's back as he stands toe to toe with Cantor and they banter back and forth.
"Even when the very things that make you men cease to function your gender still runs hot with tempers", she giggles.
"If we do not do so how can we catch the eye of fair maiden's such as yourself?" retorts Jurgen. "These small misunderstandings should not stand in the way of unity. Alyssa and Meridie are both competent and behind them both stand old and powerful interests. Still, those interests and far away from this place and while they may be influential, to have a block of Anacillae Cainites who have experience with both Elder and Neonate alike, this Camarilla will be better for it".
"I must agree, luv. It is possible zat this entire, . . . spectacle,. . . was simply a boyish attempt to win the attention of a femeie frumoasă, how you might say, . . . a goddess amungs woman." he says with a mischievous smile.
Alyssa's face turns serious, "Let us say I do support this Brujah's quest for the leadership position in her Clan, what assurances do we have that you will support us in turn Sir Dunstan? Your ally, this Gangrel is unpredictable are you unpredictable as well?"
"You say this like it is a bad zing. Would you have it an ozzer way?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Ranerius Bernerius
Lord Benne places his hand up, "I disagree with your original contention. Helene represents the interests of the Courts of Love. A network of powerful French Toreador, right now the most powerful block among that Clan since the fall of Michael of Constantinople. To this Court do the independent Toreador look for leadership. Rafael and Francois may well be seen as opportunists by those of the Court who maneuvered to place Helene in this position.
Dictation is the hallmark of the history of our kind.
Tell me, with this information in mind, do you still believe that your Sire is the best choice in this?"
Ranerius pauses and considers, The man is either a skilled actor, or, as I am more likely to believe, is a forthwright fellow who is sharing with me the value of his wisdom and experience.
"I am , by Cainite standards very young. So I thank you for sharing with me insight into the greater picture far beyond my ken. Francois has ambitions, but then again, with the exception of the Artisian, I think every member of the Toreador I have met tonight does. This is not necessarily a bad thing," The Innkeeper turned vampire takes another pause, a thoughtful look in his eyes," You spoke of Michael's time, and Helene's time... it would seem even among the Children of Caine, there are endings. There must be, or there will be no new beginnings. I feel a great debt to my Sire, and perhaps that colors my new eyes, but Helene shows a complacency, a sense of entitlement that I dislike. I think, if she is chosen for this role, she will attempt to use this new Sect were are forming as merely an extension of her place in the Court of Love. If Francois is chosen, he will instead promote this sect with a passion and drive she would never deliver. It will not be easy for him, change rarely is, but I think he will surprise you, and for the better if you give him a chance. I think the short term risk to Clan Toreador is worth the long term gain to this new Sect and all Kindred in the centuries to come. I'm no prophet, I seek to promote music most of all, but I know others have their own dreams. As a sect, we can aid each other in reaching them. We won't achieve those dreams and goals by handing power over to the already smugly content. I think Francois is the better choice, Lord. And I hope you will vote for him."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"Not much has changed for me since my change. Still doing jobs for my sire, thus I'm here otherwise I would probably be elsewhere but will see how things turn."
She looks around the conclave to just take a quick look at what others are doing and turns back to Andrew.
"Would you be so kind to perhaps inquire with your sire if they know Uriel and Sebastian at your convenience of course."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"I am glad fer yer continuity an would ask will yer sire support Raphael in tha votes?"
"I will inquire wit Brian concernin tha other Salubri, includin Uriel and Sebastian, ken I ask how yah knows o Salubri I do not an tha nature o tha inquiry?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"My sire provided me with information on the clans before coming here so I am not completely blind to the going ons. I do not have an answer as to why they are looking for them but based on the conversation it seemed beneficial and not malevolent in nature."
"As for Raphael I will inquire with him on the votes since he is not here this eve." she smiles.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Shadow Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Giovanni Dal'este
"Tell me Simon, are the rumors true, do you claim to be the Apostle Simon?" asks Lord Bajazet.Simon responds, "I do not claim to be he, I am he. In the flesh. The miracle of my Blood is self evident in the Childe I have borne free of the curse of Absimiliard".
Bajazet turns to you Giovanni, "Tell me my Childe, what do you make of these claims by this Leper?"
Gio looks quite surprised as he turns to consider the Nosferatu claiming to be an apostle. He turns back to his master and shakes his head. "This new life is a world of wonders, my lord, and if monsters can walk among men why not legends among monsters?" He gestures at Simon and gives the Nosferatu an apologetic smile. "But I have seen nothing to say this man walked with the Son of Man. Of course, I have only just met you, my lord Simon. And if my father taught me anything, it is to be skeptical of the claims of strangers."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"Tha clears every mystery except o course tha biggest one tha lady Xane herself."
Andrew smiles at Xane....
"Perhaps another grand ball awaits us in our future..."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table
Dunstan nods at Cantor's words "You have a point and well done." he bows apologetic it's the least he can do.
Turning back to Alessandro "I seek votes for lady Meridie, it's that simple, but also an alliance and help between us if not our clans. We can assure votes for whomever you wish to support as the ventrue representative"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
"Perhaps my good friend."
Xing looks around to see if Andrew's sire is still lingering around.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
K'haytall speaks, "Dos this Hunter have an idea of the identity of the Cainite that slew his family? Perhaps we can stage a final confrontation with a patsy that the Hunter can slay to allow him to move on with is existence..."
Mistress Fanchon hisses at K'haytall, "I would warn you to stay away from any such activities lest you bring a Blood Hunt down upon your head Serpent. While I agree that this information is interesting, it certainly does not rise to the level to warrant the breaking of Traditions. After all, Fahdi Mohammad was proclaimed Anathema before these revelations have been shared. I appreciate the honesty of the Fledgling but I cannot see any way that I would support his continued existence. Indeed, I believe that you should be censured as well Radek for such a mistake".
Mistress Fanchin stands, as she does so the door to the room opens and one of the Lasombra enters the room, Magdalena Castellucci Borcellino is the name you all believe.
"Speak, I would know the opinions of the assembled Cainites as it relates to the matter of the siring of this Fledging".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Onfroi the Bastard of Burgandy - the Dark Streets of Venice
"Come then", he replies gruffly.
He walks with you through the streets of the city taking you to the church of St, Mark's. You stand in the crowd as the humans there see to pas you bot by somehow instinctively avoiding you.
"Do you see this sea of mortals around you? They shall go through their lives unaware of the danger that lies within striking distance. Were I to wish it, I could reach out and grab any one of them, slaying them in nearly an instant. Whether it be a peasant or a nobleman it makes no difference to me. I do not. I do not because I, and not the beast within controls my actions.
You are different, you have stood in our world for some time. I have a nose for such things, I know when a Ghoul is mere fodder versus one worthy of the blood for centuries. You have felt pangs of hunger, but for vitae. You have an inkling of the beast within and at least some practice at holding such urges at bay.
This is our lot in this existence, to have to hide from the mortals around us and to have to hide our visages from our fellow cursed brethren. For me as a victim of the plague which ravaged my body, I was used to those around me averting their eyes from my appearance.
You have proven yourself among the Artisans, can you prove yourself among my kind?"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table - Cantor, Alessandro, Dunstan
Alyssa retorts, "I do consider predictability important Gangrel. If I cannot rely on the behavior of my allies, I cannot know in what roles they would best be able to assist me if the time comes to call upon them. As far as that ones inability to control himself, I would worry little about it, he is not one who would be considered for such a lofty position. Though Jurgen's advice should be heeded.
Sir Dunstan, you are a plain speaker, I can appreciate that. I seek votes for myself. Lord Jurgen believes in your Sire. I should like to meet with her before I formally put my support behind her, perhaps later this evening or early tomorrow evening we can arrange such a thing? There are so many others here still to speak to this night..."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing
You peer around the room Xing and see that Brian is off to the side of the room speaking with one of the Malkavians, Lutz von Hohenzollern.
As you both stand there making small talk one of the Cainites contending for the Brujah position on the Inner Circle approaches, the one who cause great controversy, Robin Leeland. "You are both Fledglings? I wish to introduce myself to you rather than your Sires, preconceived notions of who and what I am are hard to break among Elders..:
Venice by Night, The dark streets
Looks upon the crowd and says I am the lone wolf whose pack long since has perished ravaged by age, by battle, by illness. As the years passed I found that instead of losing self or dimming my mind and body sharpened and I craved the competition of seeing another year and another savoring each. I am the arrow waiting to be loosed, and you, if you choose are the bow. Pull back and see how I fly
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
Lorenzo cocks his head as the question about the Hunter's target is brought up. "Far be it from my desires to do anything to break the Traditions or go against Prince Narses's wishes, but I have had the misfortune of meeting the Volkovs in my mortal life. According to Katrina, the vampire in question is called Milov Petrankov."
"It would seem that Signore Santo has had more than his fair share of dealings with the Volkovs, the knowledge that he has acquired during their acquaintance should prove useful in carrying out Prince Narses's wishes of staying clear of the hunters."
Turning his gaze toward Michael, Lorenzo continues, "Michael is a victim in this story, but a victim that may yet prove useful. Even if his embrace was in error of the normal protocols, I believe that he should be allowed to continue his existence."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leland
You peer around the room Xing and see that Brian is off to the side of the room speaking with one of the Malkavians, Lutz von Hohenzollern.
Robin Leeland approaches..
"Aye Xing and I are both Fledglings. I am Andrew tha Hardy, Lord o Moray. This is tha lady Xing, who I am attempting to agree to another grand ball appearance. An who err you, tah need proper introduction, I ave noted a few preconceived notions of who I am as well based upon some o mah statements...."
Andrew reaches out to shake the man's hand...
"Not certain being seen with tha likes o us is goin to aid yer cause."....smiles a little..
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Ranerius Bernerius
Lord Benne replies, "Despite your youth you state your case quite well Ranerius. I will consider your words though I would like to hear from your Sire as well. No doubt he is cementing other alliances as we speak, at least if he is wise he will be.
This gathering is quite literally unprecedented. The largest of Sects in the past could boast no more than six Clans working co-operatively. If successful this would be the first to engage all Clans since the days shrouded in legend from the Book of Nod, assuming one believes any of what is written within that text.
Those who sit on this Council alongside I and others already chosen will either make it work or bring it to ruin rather quickly. We must choose wisely. If you have nothing else to discuss, feel free to make your case with others here Childe".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Shadow Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Giovanni Dal'este
"Your father was a wise man for an infidel", replies Bajazet.
Simon shrugs, "Believe what you will. Change is made by deed not words. I believe that my deeds will be more reflective of the interests of my Clan than those of Cristo Petradon.
Put aside my foibles for a moment. I am older and more respected than Petradon among my peers. If you wish for my Clan to participate in this Sect and not operate outside of it, I believe that I am the obvious choice".
Bajazet is stone faced as he replies, "Giovanni. I would have you met with this Petradon. Between he and Simon, you will inform me which you would choose and why".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leeland
Robin smiles back and regards both of you with a keen eyed gaze, "I have as much chance of winning a seat among the Ventrue as I do the Brujah. I am here because I wish to meet with the Fledglings that will be brought into this organization. I wish to be able to present you with a world view which your Sires cannot and would not want you to hear".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Onfroi the Bastard of Burgandy - the Dark Streets of Venice
Petradon grasps you by the shoulder and leads you through the crowds and into a alley near St. Mark's which leads to the canals. He picks you up with one hand as if you were weightless and leaps across the canal to a small shadow shrouded ledge.
Pushing the wall a small passage is revealed which he guides you down. He stops and replaces the stones to block any sign of your passing.
"A warren used by the residents of our Clan. You begin here your descent away from the light, let fly my arrow let fly..."
His shadowy form lunges at you his fangs sinking into your neck. You have been fed from before, not in many years, but this feels different. More purposeful does he drain you of the sustenance which fuels your mortal coil. Serenity flows through you though a slight wave of panic sets in as you wonder if you will simply turn to dust as such a long lived ghoul before being able to receive the Embrace.
The vitae in your veins sustains you for long enough to allow your... Sire to infuse you with his own unlife's blood.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
If the Tremere do not want him. The Setites surely may..."
Mistress Fanchon maintains her position, "Michael Santo should be destroyed. While the information he provided is useful it is not so critical that we could not have done without it. His Sire given to the Tremere as a renegade.
Lorenzo Cappelli, if you believe that another member of the Inner Circle is a target of these Hunters, it is something that should be addressed with him and with the Prince. That was the most important piece of information received in this entire meeting".
Radek responds to Mistress Fanchon, "Information such as this may not be critical to you but I believe that other Clans and certainly the Prince will find the flagrant violations of his Domain most interesting indeed..."
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leeland
"Ave a seat an I will hear yah out, though tis rare fer a person tah ave a visionary outlook, I will hear yer words an perhaps unnerstand yer vision".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leeland
Xing eyes Robin cautiously. Anyone who wants to freely give out information freely is always to be watched closed.
"Please to meet you Robin." she takes a seat next to Andrew and smiles.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
The Inquest:
Taking a second to compose myself and glance at the others in the room. Then staring squarely at Santos
"knowing him in our past life I would agree he has resiliency and adaptability. Destroying him now would be akin to destroying a plant because it grew in the wrong spot,before seeing what it would become. What is the harm in allowing him to live to see how useful he will be. If he does not become most useful then destroy him and you have lost nothing. Destroy him now and you will never know what he may hold."
the hidden santuary of the Nosferatu in the dark streets of Venice
Onfroi awakens furiously hungry his throat burning.. for... something clutching his new elongated form no longer showing heart beat nor breath, a different pulse feeding this existance now as Onfroi struggles not to lose his mind to ths new hunger so... hungry
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Ranerius Bernerius
Lord Benne replies, "Despite your youth you state your case quite well Ranerius. I will consider your words though I would like to hear from your Sire as well. No doubt he is cementing other alliances as we speak, at least if he is wise he will be.
[B]"I am sure he is, Lord Benne, but I shall inform him of your most reasonable request. I would not expect you to support him until you heard from he himself."
This gathering is quite literally unprecedented. The largest of Sects in the past could boast no more than six Clans working co-operatively. If successful this would be the first to engage all Clans since the days shrouded in legend from the Book of Nod, assuming one believes any of what is written within that text.Those who sit on this Council alongside I and others already chosen will either make it work or bring it to ruin rather quickly. We must choose wisely. If you have nothing else to discuss, feel free to make your case with others here Childe".[/b]
The man's (Can a vampire still be called a man?) insight and summation continue to impress Ranerius, "I think I should see if I can find a copy of the Book of Nod, Lord Benne. Knowledge will be crucial in the centuries to come. I thank you again for your even handedness, and your willingness to hear me out." Bowing, he withdraws to try to sway another.
We seek an accord with the Clans Brujah, Gangrel and Nesfaratu. Can you help with that?
Join me, let's speak with Simon. We have much to offer one another.
"We have a Brujah and Gangrel tight here, so let us meet Simon and make good progress with our dealings Alessandro"
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - The Inquest - Lorenzo, Michele, and Michael
This flies in the face of the Third Tradition - Progeny. Only the Eldest in a Domain may grant permission to Sire another of our ilk, no matter the Clan.
Under the strict rules of the Third Tradition both Sire and Childe are to be condemned to Final Death for such a transgression".
Magdalena nods at Mistress Fanchon's argument, "This is an inescapable logic Tremere. I shall make my recommendations to the Prince and he shall make his ruling tomorrow evening as Court opens. You should all be here, early".
As she turns to leave K'haytall speaks up, "While the logic is inescapable, it is also inescapable that the Third Tradition has been broken no less than ten times by the assembled delegates here in Court as we speak. In fact, two of the Fledglings in this very room were Sired without the permission of Narses and his decree was to force them to attend a blood feast later this night. It seems the Traditions apply only to those who do not have or seek a place in a leadership role of this... Camarilla".
Mistress Fanchon's eyes narrow at the Setites comments. The Lasombra visibly flinches, neither reply as Magdalena walks out.
Mistress Fanchon heads to the mantle and gathers the candles and skull she had placed there, "Enjoy your last night of freedom Michael Santo, you may want to consider using it to get a head start..." she comments as she walks out of the room herself.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leeland
Robin sits, "This whole scene is a show for the masses. It is being used to convince the younger Cainites that they should stay in line and not rise against their Elders. The presence of you Fledglings confirms that theory for me. They will point to your "standing" as proof that there is justice and fairness within the ranks of this Sect. Soon enough the justice will run one way with the Elders clamping down on the young and punishing them excessively for minor transgressions.
You will remain here in gilded cages, blind to these machinations. That is your purpose here and nothing more.
I and those of a like mind seek to break from these ancient traditions. To bring freedom to us all to act as we would wish to and not live under the thumb of our Elders forever.
The Elders are afraid, many of the worst of their ilk have been laid low or removed from their places of power. Many more of us have fallen but there is hope at least there will be provided that the Elders do not band together. Combined they will oppress those younger than they. As our kind are practical immortals there is no where to go in the hierarchy".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Onfroi the Bastard of Burgandy - the Dark Streets of Venice
"Indeed, feast my Childe feast", as he speaks a swarm of rats rushes into the warren!
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Table - Cantor, Alessandro, Dunstan
Alyssa gestures towards the dais, "Simon engages with the Assamite as we speak. Perhaps a play at them both together would be wise. This could form a strong voting block".
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Dais of the Inner Circle - Ranerius Bernerius
As you scan the room you see that politicking has begun in earnest, many are not even in the room at this moment and many others are gathered together.
Venice by Night – Monday March 24, 1309
Narses Court - Salubri Table - Andrew and Xing - Robin Leeland
"Aye I am familiar wit tha ways o obtainin and keepin power an wha yer sayin makes a great deal o sense, conversly I see a great reason tah keep tha inquisition fer example in tha dark o tha power struggles within. Wha is it yah suggest as an alternative to tha way tings err?"
Looks at Xing to see if she has anything to add, though he knows Xing to be subtle....