(2407) Consilium

[Witch]

July. Time for formality.

So, her outfit had a white suit jacket. But she had 0 interest in actually pretending that the summer heat of California wasn't fully in swing. And hence the blouse underneath it.

Passing by Aurora and an unknown outside the circle, she gave a brief nod to the one she knew, but didn't linger in pushing the doors open and slipping inside.

Though the conversation wasn't roaring, it was clear as she came to the meeting area that she was far from the first there. Or maybe it was the not faint smell of food and drinks that gave it away.

And in what was coming to be expected ... nearly half the bodies already gathered were unknown to her. Stepping out of the entry way and to the side, she gave a nod to a couple of those that she did recognize. Chambers Corn Joyeuse and then after a moment, one to Eidolon . She was still on the fence with him, but it was rude to be rude.

Most seemed to be gathered around the food table, but she didn't move to join them. Instead, she found a spot to settle, knowing that there ought to be more folks still to come and thus time to kill until business actually got rolling.

[Chambers]

Grim sight 4 successes

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-07-02 12:59:52	Chambers rolls 11 to Grim sight Death 2 + Wits 2 + Occult 3 + Order rote speciality + high speech -2 duration, +WP (10 Again, WillPower)	6, 7, 8, 9, 5, 8, 6, 9, 7, 6, 7	4 successes

He realised he had forgotten two things in his set up firstly, the gravy to go with the meat, but oh well on that the second ... Mage sight because you can't see supernal script without it. Well not the way he had cast it.

So pressing index finger and thumb hard into his eye until black spots appear he casts his rote with the aid of chanting and a serious exertion of focus unwilling to fail at this moment. As the rote takes hold the glyph sits in his pattern making four and he is internally grateful for his refined soul being able to hold as many spells as it can.

Now able to see the script he wills the tass from his pattern to mark the spine with the date of the meeting and sees it appear.

Of course while he had been doing that the arrivals had flooded in much to his great and quiet contentment, it means things were moving in the right direction.

The unreadable stoicism of joy is meet with a nod and smile. ''Hello Joyeuse settling in well it I hope?'' He could not help but admire the steadfast focus that maintaining such a inscrutable vigil must surely take. And the sampling of his food is always appreciated. ''That's very kind.'' He nods to the mages contributions. ''Thank you.'' That it was catching on surely another good sign. Something about the arrow definitely caught the eye, held attention if he couldn't put his finger on what did not matter, Joyeuse so far seemed like quite a respectable mage. ''Anything come up you think needs to be addressed?'' the Arrows after all took a very different perspective and priority then the mystagogue would.

Corn requires an effort after their terse exchange not long past but Chambers is really trying today. ''Corn, glad your here.'' He restrains from some snipped comment letting the welcome stand alone. ''Fashion statement?'' That did catch him off guard. He was not wearing anything new the master of matter had seen him these same robes on all bar one encounter in the circle. Chambers was assuming that something else was standing out and not sure to what Corn could be referring.

Other voices he could hear outside, promising further participation once they came in.

Next through the door a new face, one of that drew the eye both through her allure, her flawless grace and the bread basket. Noting also the glyphs in her pattern that his grim sight now made known to him. Still she seems to know about bringing food already, and Knows Corn. Judging by the nod. He chooses to reserve judgement for the moment on that count. Listening to her declaration. ''Skye, Welcome to Sacramento. I'm Chambers, I walk the path of Doom.'' The warm smile of welcome offered. ''I see you already know about the food situation.'' A small chuckle. Another Arrow, not a bad thing at all. ''Are you looking for acknowledgement or have you met with someone already?'' Given that had happened with a few of the others it felt pertinent to check first. Reporting for duty seems unlikely to be just passing through.

Another new face wonders in. Seems to be each month at the moment, good. ''Hi there.'' Chambers offers to St. George. ''Welcome, Welcome, Are you looking for someone in particular?'' The man was quiet but that was understandable several new mages in an unknown place, or he could be another returning mage from the past for all Chambers knows. Not like those are uncommon.

A nod to the Mastigos. ''Eidolon, good to see you.'' The amount of alcohol for an official meeting sure was racking up fast. ''That's very good of you, I'm sure I don't need to say please help yourself.'' The spread was becoming quiet something.

Witch's arrival and apparent want for a quieter spot was noted so Chambers just returns the nod with a smile.

[Joyeuse]

Looking to Chambers from their place by the corkboard as he asks his question, Joyeuse affords him a nod.

"I am settling in well enough, thank you," they answered, "I... did not notice anything amiss, but then no one approached me. So I can only presume that the security of the region is not currently at risk. I will maintain my vigil nonetheless and, perhaps, set aside time to meet others within the Consilium directly to get a better overview of how I might be of service."

Then the gaze of the Arrow goes to Corn. "Good morning, Corn," they say, answering his greeting in kind while maintaining their inscrutable expression, "And you're welcome. I'd shudder to think of the repercussions of a meeting without coffee - the donuts are just a bonus."

Shortly thereafter a new voice rings true in the chamber, drawing Joyeuse's attention as Skye announces herself. A slight, professional smile tugs at the corners of the androgynous Arrow's mouth.

"Another Talon? This is good news. I am pleased I am not to see to the Arrow's responsibilities alone," they say, "Joyeuse, also of the Adamantine Arrow. Obrimos. You come at a fortunate time, Skye. The Consilium is gathering to discuss official matters. The agenda is here for your review... assuming you are acknowledged by an appropriate figure, of course."

A thumb indicates the corkboard as Joyeuse has another drink of their coffee. Before they can return to their perusing of the updated agenda, Joyeuse's eyes find Witch as she enters and offers a nod of greeting. The stoic Arrow affords one in turn, opting not to speak openly to her, as Witch had thus far opted for silence.

[Corn]

"Ah," Corn replies to Chambers question. "Dark Blue Robes. Dark caramel chocolate with salt. Roast beef?" he says.
Not getting the answer he expected, he adds "Caramel Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt, by itself, brings together elements of indulgence - chocolate, purity -salt, and prosperity -caramel, indicating a harmonious balance of desires and intentions. Now, couple that with the Dark Blue Robes, suggesting a quest for deeper understanding. Then, add the roast beef - a symbol of transformation and vitality.
A perfect fashion statement to announce to us that you are doing your outmost to help healthily transform this gathering of mages to something better, with pure intentions. " Corn being graceful, doesn't mention that the connection with fire from the roast beef would better fit an obrimos. Chambers has clearly worked hard enough on this fashion statement - meal to have the tiny flaws pointed out. He just hoped the actual Obrimos, Joyeuse , didn't notice. They were hard to read.
"You really outdid yourself, Chambers. This is most excellent statement."

Before Chambers can acknowledge that indeed that was his intention for choosing those colors and foodstuff, one of the dead walk in. Corn's eyes go wiiide. He staters for a moment as Skye , someone he thought dead for years, addresses him. Then, he finds his speech as Skye leaves her breadbasket.
"Skyyeee!!!!" He says enthusiastically, entirely lacking the stoicism the arrow next to him displayed and quickly putting the plate he was holding on the nearest surface, he quickly walked towards the should-be-dead mage.
"Welcome! I thought... I thought you were dead! Oh, I am so glad! How are you? Oh, I have news for you. Are you in for long, or passing by? " the torrent of questions came and continued. "Still sporting the skateboard? We should meet to catch up! Have you been acknowledged?" he said. Calming down, he explains what could well be an insult to his wilderness-trotting acquaintance. "I know you would thrive in the wilderness. I didn't expect that to take you. I thought, when you kept missing and no reception that something else happened." he lied, since he totally thought she died in the jungle. Then, realizing he has been rapid-firing questions to a mage that just stepped in, he steps back, slightly embarrassed by his own reactions, allowing Skye and Joyeuse to deal with their business.

Surprises continue. Not as shattering as a mage he thought dead showing up with a basket of bread, but a a new face wearing a police uniform. That was good news. Finally, they would have some contact with the police.
The new guy gets a much more composed welcome, as it actually befits a place and meeting like this. "Welcome, I am Corn. Moros, Mystagogue. Pleased to meet you."
Eidolon arrives next with honey mead. Good choice. "Ah, welcome!" He says to the Libertine.
Witch gets a polite nod and a smile. He says addressing chambers and Witch, not loudly but voice carries, "we should arrange a path meeting at some point."

[Skye]

Watching as the newcomers she hadn´t seen before arrives, making sure to make note of their appearance, and voices for the future as she quickly spins around ignoring her previous trajectory at the mentioning of mead, snatching up one of her goblets and pouring a little bit into it, lifting it up to her nose to take a whiff as her body calms down with a soft smile, softly looking toward Eidolon .
”This is amazing, thank you.”
Taking another whiff before getting ready to return to the crowd she was heading for whilst waving to Witch not wanting to let the woman feel isolated or ignored.

Having been on her way to meet her old friend as the wavy haired man stole her attention turning towards him with a warm gentle look as she looks him over, making sure to set his appearance to mind before speaking.
”Yes I have met with Aurora upon my return but I have spent time here before, so I am well versed in the bringing of treats, Guru would not forgive me if I failed in that, especially in my first official meeting since returning, but I gather that he is no longer around?” That was a shame he had always been an interesting one that broke her expectations time and again, ohh well.
”It´s a pleasure to meet you Chambers, please call me Skye and I hope you do not mind the weapons they are more a marker than anything else during these gatherings.” No one used to care or give her need to draw them before but they did signal her order in a clearer manner for potential newcomers.
A look towards the corkboard and gentle nod.
”Anything of interest going on there?”

Looking toward Mr.Rosy damn what was his name, as he shouts her name, J something right.no wait that was for when speaking with him outside of the place or was it something else? Damn why did people make their shadow names so confusing, well it had purposes and names mattered but to recall them all damn. Walking up to meet with him with a soft little chuckle at his words.
”Me dead? Please I am not that easy to kill, if the bears failed before I saw the truth what would stop me now?” Well a lot but that would not sound as good. ”News for me now that sounds intriguing, are they suited for here or would you prefer it over a rematch at the arcade? Have you improved your game enough for me to be able to go all out? Hmm I think I will stick around for a while, I am no Phoenyx but I do owe her enough to do all I can to protect the place she cherishes.”
Giving the man a couple of moments to talk before answering again, feeling as if he had no end to his questions, not that she minded it was nice to behold.
”Of course, perfect ride when not in the woods, easy to carry with you and it gives me the chance to work of all of this energy you know how good I am with being still. Yes I have gotten reacknowledged in the same manner as before, but still have order business to settle before I can truly settle back in.” A soft roll of her eyes ”My mentor called for me, needing my help so we have been traveling on business for a bit, seen a lot of the continent thanks to it, even if he was more for using transportations than I, but there hasnt been a forest or jungle that is my better yet, so lets see if I can manage the concrete one this time.”
Parting her arms to give Corn a brief hug should he accept it, just around his torso though with their height difference.
”Hope all is well with the one who made your tongue loose its bonds, and eyes beam with joy.”

Putting her goblet down as she approaches Joyeuse, her fellow arrow as she watches the emotions of the enticing one, written plain as day, or rather hidden in a manner that feels so familiar, that feels like an old friend, eyeing the arrow to take in each part of her before kneeling down on one leg before them with her head turned down, one hand placed upon the floor in a fist, shifting her usually calm voice to a serious tone, not caring about anyone around them, not like she knew how to feel shame to begin with anyways.
”Humbly allow me to apologize for having to carry our order by yourself, I do not know for how long or if you have had someone to help you when first starting out at least. I would like to request the right to stand and fight by your side, to no longer leave the duties all on your shoulders, and recognize your status as the leader of our order in the city.”
Waiting a few moments before carrying on.
”Would you kindly allow me to reclaim my old room at the end corner of our order quarters if it is still there that is, lastly so would I like to request a meeting of our order, both for updates and to see how to work together at your earliest convenience, should you accept letting me work by your side that is.”

[Philip Crosen]

Quantum Flux

Fate

"aim" any action

  Prolonged

It was a new day and another Consilium. And Philip was determined to do well, make a good impression. Since the previous month he had stocked up his kitchen. And now he decided would be the time to try his luck with Quantum Flux to put his best foot forward. So, he quietly uttered words of power to ease the imago of the spell into the otherwise pretty miserable existence that was the fallen world.

1 success

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-07-03 16:48:24	Philip Crosen rolls 7 to Quantum Flux (Gnosis 3 + Fate 4 +2 High Speech -2 (+1 extended duration)) (10 Again)	2, 4, 4, 1, 2, 7, 8	1 success

He decided he would try his luck with brownies this time. IF Fate obliged him.

chocolate brownies exceptional difficulty but partially offset by Quantum Flux, (size 3 (+1) durability 0 (+1) target 2... 4/2, 4/4 rolls, 2 hours elapsed

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-07-03 16:54:08	[04] Philip Crosen rolls 2 to make the best chocolate brownies (Int 3 + crafts 1 +1 (kitchen) -5 extraordinary difficulty (QF removes 3 penalty dice)) (10 Again)	8, 5	1 success
2024-07-03 16:54:08	[03] Philip Crosen rolls 2 to make the best chocolate brownies (Int 3 + crafts 1 +1 (kitchen) -5 extraordinary difficulty (QF removes 3 penalty dice)) (10 Again)	6, 6	failure
2024-07-03 16:54:08	[02] Philip Crosen rolls 2 to make the best chocolate brownies (Int 3 + crafts 1 +1 (kitchen) -5 extraordinary difficulty (QF removes 3 penalty dice)) (10 Again)	8, 3	1 success
2024-07-03 16:54:08	[01] Philip Crosen rolls 2 to make the best chocolate brownies (Int 3 + crafts 1 +1 (kitchen) -5 extraordinary difficulty (QF removes 3 penalty dice)) (10 Again)	8, 9	2 successes

But he did make sure to end quantum flux as soon as he was done with his baking. And so he arrived, napkins and all, having put the brownies in a jar and said jar in his better backpack, along with 2 1-liter water bottles. Straining, the backpack only just barely managed to enclose his payload. He decided to be practical this time: blue-orange shoes, crimson red t-shirt, jeans pants, and an old cap for the sunlight.

And he was bombarded by a cacophony of sights, sounds and smells as he arrived at the Circle. Most apparent were the new faces. Giving Aurora and an unknown dude in front of the Circle a nod as he made his way inside. Some new ones he`d met before, like Salem, Eidolon and Joyeuse, stoic as they`d been previously. Some he hadn`t. But the first thing he noticed was the smell. Chambers had outdone himself. Again.

Salem had not entered the scene yet

And then there was an incredibly beautiful unknown lady seemingly in conversation with Corn. But, after the thing with October, who he still somewhat resented for seemingly ghosting him, he knew better than to trust them so quickly again. But still, innocent until proven guilty, he walked up to her and introduced himself.
"I`m Philip Crosen. Libertine Acanthus. Nice to meet you, miss... Skye, was it?"
he asked, trailing off to let her answer.
All told, there were three individuals present he didn`t recognise. Two inside, one outside.
And there were familiar faces. Salem, Eidolon, Witch, Joyeuse, and Corn. He nodded to each in turn, before giving Chambers the literal and proverbial thumbs-up, nodding to Corn`s statement.
"Seems you pulled out all the stops again, eh, Chambers? Absolutely incredibly. A feast for all the senses as one. And yes, it deserves saying every time you outdo yourself. But I brought brownies myself this time, also home-made. Gave it my best shot, too."

Then, he turned to the rest of the food, starting with the roast beef. It was so good he likely could have eaten it all by himself but he restrained himself. Anyway, coffee wasn`t his favorite, hence the water bottles he carried with him. Eidolon`s mead was an interesting choice, and he decided to have a bit of it. But the pastries and sweets were particularly appreciated, although he doubted any could compare to his own creation, except Chambers` own chocolate creation.

After a beat, he went over to the stern-looking unknown man inside.
"Hi. And who might you be? I`m Philip Crosen. Libertine Acanthus. Are you looking to be acknowledged as well?"
he asked, curiously, essentially repeating his introduction for the lady to the guy.

spells , effects and gear

Speed 10, Armor 0, Init +6, Defense: 3, Armor: 0 Spells active 0/6: (), Spell tolerance: 0/2 (), Vulgar spells: 0,
Health: , Mana: WP: (max WP/scene 2)
Gear: backpack with: 1 L plastic water bottle, lighter, cigarette pack, can of hairspray, can of sunscreen, hair comb, order-tool-slash-phone, jar with brownies, 2x 1-liter water bottles, first aid kit, wallet: with car key, 50$ cash, various mundane ID`s and membership cards,
in car that was parked some distance away from location: duct tape (three rolls), zip ties (an extra pack), pepper spray (one can), survival kit(urban), night-vision goggles, additional first aid kit, fire extinguisher, unloaded shotgun with ammo in seperate compartment, katana.

[Winter]

The doors opened quietly, revealing the Obrimos' silhouette against the outside light. He entered the room with deliberate movements, wearing a dark suit, a crisp white shirt, and a dark tie. His salt-and-pepper hair and well-groomed beard added to his composed demeanor.

Taking note of the familiar faces, he scanned the assembled Awakened, while the calm air around him showed no signs of sorcery. Moving towards a secluded corner, he positioned himself against the wall, keeping an eye on the room from his strategic vantage point, observing the interactions among the other mages.

[Aurora]

Dressed in blue and pulling a cooler behind her, Aurora walks in with Asclepius .

Spotting familiar faces, and some new ones, she offers a quick smile, "Hey!" bringing the cooler to rest with the other food, "I brought some ice cream." only because she wasn't sure if bringing beer was ok or not. "For those I don't know, I'm Aurora, Thyrus and member of the Mysterium."

[Asclepius]

With one last check over to make sure he looks presentable, well as one can be, he follows in.

“Hello there everyone” he waves, “as you can properly realise I'm new and I look forward to getting to know you all, if you are up for it of course, but I can understand if there are those that are wary of newcomers. My name is Asclepius.” he notes to array of aromas of the various foods the fill the air, “dammit no one told me to bring any food” he thinks to himself, how was he to know after all.

[St. George]

St. George watches as new people come in leave food or take a bite, and move to start conversations.

As he sees Winter enter he nods in his direction as a brightly dressed man comes over and introduces himself.

"St. George, Mastigos Guardian. Nice to meet you, Philip."

He watches as the two he passed outside appear to have made their way in the room, and he waves to them before turning back to Philip.