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  1. #121
    Avis's Avatar
    Avis
    Avis

    Vulgar: Color drains from the immediate area and depth perception becomes temporarily skewed, everything seeming to draw in uncomfortably close, making rooms smaller and all but distant objects seem in reach.
    Vice: Color drains from Avis and her facial features seem indistinct and grainy, as though her identity is growing less defined.
    Virtue: Colors appear more vibrant and everything seems to become grander in scale.
    Merits

    2
    PRE

    "Ok, Faye," Avis said, rounding on her ex-cabal mate, "if you're such a fucking expert on destiny then why don't you figure out a fucking way to show the people going into the past a Way to read it so they'll know who is destined to die, and who isn't? How does that sound? Because, unless you literally have evidence indicating one thing or another, then you're being just as fucking hubrisitic by assuming you can judge their fates. Because, that's kind of the whole point of this Reality Shift: destiny is being put in a headlock and what was supposed to be might change.

    "And for another thing,"
    Avis continued, glaring at the Enchantress, "the Council can't get shit in order until your path elects someone to represent them. So why don't you go fucking figure that out before you try and hand out advice from your fucking 'la-de-da everything goes my way' high horse."
    "Aw-Vee". Pres 2 (Moody). Mastigos, Adamantine Arrow. Trace of a Cajun accent.
    Defense: 8. 3 cloaked spells. Phone (pot 6), Belt (pot 5), Self (pot 2 +3) Spell tolerance: 1/3, Accumulation: 3/7

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  3. #122
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    Crowley's Avatar

    Free Council

    Temoins du Sud, Doorwarden
    Crowley

    Free Council

    1
    PRE

    Crowley gasped and wiped his perspiring face.

    "Oh give it a rest will you? You didn't want the power when it was offered you. You wanted a Council when we could have put up an Assembly and got the ball rolling with a Strategos in place - and now you're complaining its taking too long? Look! It simple. We rock up here when the shift is due, walk onto the Titanic - somehow. We still need tickets - call up the Sight and go looking for Resonance and artefacts. Anything gets in our way, we blast it. Them or us. I don't hear our resident warrior caste coming up with anything better."

    He shivered again: hot from the fire; nerves bruised and battered in an altercation in a museum. Was that a dream? He blinked.

    "They got us on the ropes here. Its do or die."

    And then he settled again, looking over them with a sardonic smile that had never graced his face before: hard, cruel, knew something you did not.

    The effort was too much and he folded, moping his furrowed brow with a sleeve.

  4. #123
    Fisher's Avatar

    Fisher

    Extempor. Affinity: •••••
    Eidetic Memory

    2
    PRE

    Fisher was beginning to despair that she would never be understood. At least half of the people reacting to her didn't listen to a thing she said and seemed to respond to what they thought she said. It was like they shut off their brain and waited for her to finish speaking and then said what they wanted to say whether it fit or not. Unless Fisher was just exceedingly incompetent as a public speaker which was also a possibility.

    Then when Avis, and Tuesday spoke up along with others who started to see at least in part of what she was trying to say, Fisher started to come around and look to those people.

    "Exactly Tuesday. I think improvising is the best plan. We don't go in planning to sink the Titanic because we don't have enough information yet. I think what we need to do is ensure that the Seers haven't tampered with it to ensure that it doesn't sink. We need to identify our targets, assess the situation, and adapt. Can anyone tell me how exactly we can identify a seer agent if we see them? The ship should go down as in history, I'm not advocating a change of that. I only think don't go in blinding ourselves to the whole situation except for what we want to see and then potentially miss something crucial." Fisher looked to Avis and Crowley and frowned. "If I can interrupt here. As a Space expert will sinking the ship even work to hide these artifacts? Can they retrieve them from the ocean with magic and just undo what we did? Also this ship wreck is famous and gets studied they send down subs to scout it out and stuff. Can they just wait until the nineteen eighties or nineties and just collect them from within the hull if they can't use magic to get them? Would taking them and warding them in some way keep them safer?"

    "As far as your objections there is some historic stuff here in town right? The gold rush era is a little before the Titanic, but if we find stuff that could be adapted to work in the style of the period we could use that maybe? It isn't ideal but may get us by in a pinch. I can sew if we have to so I might be able to make simple alterations to some period stuff to make it presentable. As for the implementation I think we do need some people with matter who can weaken the hull if it has been strengthened. We might also need people with fate and time in case they have altered chance with wards to keep ice bergs from the path of the ship. Combat specialists would be important here as well. Altering officials minds to get us access to places might be needed as well. Can mind magic be used to make them think we have proper tickets? Is anyone good with photo shop that might be able to make something close to an original looking ticket that we can use magic to alter our chance of it passing a check? We will need people able to access the lower decks, as well as get into first class, second class, and steerage in case they are hiding there. So I think mind can help us with that unless we have people with different ticket classes."

    Fisher stood arms akimbo and legs spread slightly as she stared at Crowley.

    "So how's that for a start of a plan? That good enough for ya?"
    Fisher asked seeing if he had any suggestions or alterations that could be made to it.

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  6. #124
    Truce's Avatar

    Presence •• (Bookish)
    Truce

    Fair-skinned and thin, Truce does not appear to get out much, choosing instead to pursue more studious endeavors. He appears as a typical college student, wearing button up shirts, slacks, and a sports coat at times. His hair is dark brown and wavy, his eyes hazel.

    Spell List

    Spiders: EGuard(3P,self)

    2
    PRE

    Truce remains silent as the debate rages on among them. So July had been right. The Titanic really is the target of the Seers. And Sacramento is in the precarious position of determining its fate and maybe the fate of the world. The Necromancer already knew what needs to be done. All roads led to the leaden one. For the passengers of the Titanic it was simply a wetter road.

    Truce grimaces at the idea of an Assembly, despite his held respect for Crowley and his good intentions. As nominations went up for Avis as the new Hierarch, Truce feels a shiver down his spine. The Hierarch is meant to be the wisest among them, and while his opinion of Avis had improved from where it once stood, he couldn't confidently support her. It's just as well that she declined the position.

    The Moros sighs outwardly. Of course it would be difficult, entering the past and ensuring that the largest passenger ship of its time sank to the ocean bottom. No one is expected to feel good about their deaths. They are already ghosts, unaware of their impending doom. But witnessing the strange shifts in reality, he does begin to wonder what else from the past could be changed. Could the Seer artifacts be used instead to save a loved one, perhaps? Could his happy ending still become a reality?

    "We should not concern ourselves with sinking or saving the Titanic passengers. Only that the artifacts do not reach their destination. There's no guarantee we can do even that much, but sinking the vessel would be the most effective way to stop the Seer agenda. If we can find a way to destroy them utterly, all the better. But what we should prepare for is the Seer resistance we'll encounter." Whatever power the Seers held, he doubts it could serve any benefit to them.

    "As for the position of Hierarch, I believe that should be decided upon once each Path sorts out its selections for Councilor. I, for one, believe a Hierarch is necessary to the welfare of the Consilium. But that is a decision for the Council as a whole, when it is whole."

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  8. #125
    Aurora's Avatar
    Aurora
    Spells
    Striking Looks
    (Riveting)
    Presence
    (Confident)
    Fame
    (Entertainment)
    Madison Cross
    (Sleeper ID)
    Gnosis
    Aurora
    Aurora

    Dedicated Magical Tool

    Multicolored copper bracelet with intricate loops winding around her right wrist.
    Nimbus

    The sweet, fragrant smells of roses mixed with lilacs emanate from her as she casts magic. The scent intensifies, bordering on intoxicating, when Life magic is cast. When Aurora casts Vulgar magic, the scent takes a nasty turn, to the putrid, nauseating odor of a rotting corpse. The stronger the magic, the more those around want to retch at the smell.
    Monthly Spells

    Monthly spells done on character sheet.


    Pulse of the Living World[POT 6]
    Organic Resilience[POT 6]
    (PrP Treasure Hunt)

    Active Spells: 1/6
    [Detect Substance]Bone
    Personal Spells: 2/3
    Vulgar:
    Mana:6/8
    WP:3

    2
    FAME
    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    She wanted to shake her head and laugh, really she did. But that wasn’t going to get this anywhere, nor would she feed into Avis’s shit.

    “Never said I was an expert, I’m just saying what any Enchanter or anyone with a basic understanding of Fate knows. And I don’t need to find a way to show anyone anything, the simple fix to this is to try and avoid dealing with any of the Sleepers. We aren’t there for them, we are there for an artifact. Another thing? It’s not about judging anyones Fate, it’s about leaving things alone and letting what is supposed to happen, happen. I’m simply stating that we should not go out of our way to try and alter more then we need to.” Avis won’t get her to budge or back down. She’s seen in her action at other Consiliums, being loud, swearing and trying to bully was her tactic. Well it doesn’t work on her, she would not bow to Avis. But Faye wouldn’t raise her voice, or swear, but there would be an edge to her tone, one not usually there.

    Faye returns the glare, “They have, and you’re looking at her. And when did handing out advice and offering ones opinion put anyone on a high horse? Cause then we’d all be guilty of it.” Gone was the easy going Enchantress who kept her mouth shut. “And not everyone understands how Fate and Time work, pretty sure the Enchanters know more about it then someone of a different path. Did we want to pick a different path and tell them how their path works?” She was done with Avis, and after a few moments, looks to Fisher, her eyes softer.

    “I like your idea and think you make an excellent point. How do we hide the artifacts? And I’m also able to sew costumes and all that, and if we need money for materials, let me know and I’ll donate what I can.”

    A nod was offered to Truce, “I also agree that a Hierarch is necessary, and that like you said, it should be left for the Council to discuss.”

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  10. #126
    Varyx's Avatar

    Varyx
    aka Vanessa Thomas

    Tempting (Pres 4)
    Sultry (SL 4)
    Varyx, Apostate Mastigos

    Nimbus

    Varyx's nimbus is subtle - she still looks more or less like herself, but there's something about her, something difficult to put your finger on... She's always been beautiful, but it's magnified and somehow terrible. Something so lovely can't be human, and it gives the people around her the impression that maybe she doesn't have any humanity, either.

    +2
    SL
    4
    PRE

    Varyx felt that Avis had quite the way with words. Specifically, that she had a way of making sure her words served as much provocation and offense as humanly possible. Varyx had to wonder if she realized that the way one said something was as important as what one actually said. She knew her fellow Mastigos knew that. She'd seen her keep her cool in more difficult situations. It was strange to think that maybe she didn't care. Or perhaps it was just that there were few people with whom she had that kind of patience.

    This wasn't the first time the Herald felt she needed to speak up to smooth over her Councilor's harsh words in order to ensure the core of her point was still heard. Because, like usual, she felt Avis' ideas, at their core, were among the Wisest in the room. It was just a question of ensuring her aggression didn't manage to hide those wise ideas entirely.

    "Faye," she began, her voice soft, friendly and almost apologetic. "So far as I can tell, there are two ways this Titanic... event, or whatever you'd like to call it, can go. The first is that fate has already decreed what will happen. Those who are supposed to die will do so, and those who are supposed to survive will as well, and we are simply cogs in the machine of time. What will happen has already, and what will happen when the portal opens has already been decided because it's already our past. Determinism. Or, if you prefer, The Terminator." A quick smirk. Blame Star for that one. "Or, alternatively, the Seers have already irrevocably broken the timeline with their actions and we are left simply to deal with that change. Attempting to put it back together seems like trying to piece together shattered glass. Impossible. But we can take that change and do what best we can with it. So, either our efforts to save people will create the very event it's supposed to, or what was 'supposed' to happen is already lost and we are left to do what best we can with it. Either way, it seems to me that trying to save people is worth our effort."

    Her attention turned visibly to the larger group, with her gaze sweeping across the room. "As for Hierarch, my concern is with the number of us. We cannot hold more than one Consilium position at one time, which means that at least half of us must necessarily hold Consilium positions before we even attempt to vote for a Hierarch. Are we certain it's wise to choose our leader from those who remain? Those who either rejected a position, presumably for a reason, or who have not gained the trust of the rest of the community? Or, alternatively, if we choose a Hierarch from one of those who already hold a position, that vacant position may necessarily be filled by whoever happens to be left, rather than whoever is truly best for that position. None of which is to say I think we should not consider the possibility of selecting a Hierarch. Only that we consider the possibility that no Hierarch may be better than the alternative, at least for a time."

  11. #127
    Arthur's Avatar

    Arthur

    Obrimos of the Silver Ladder

    Presence 4 - Cocky
    Striking Looks 2 - Slick Smile

    Reality War -Titanic Ep1: H: 1rB/7 M:7/12:3, W:5/5

    4
    PRE

    Too bad the Libertines don't have the right view of the world. Otherwise Arthur would find himself agreeing with Crowley on many levels. At the very least it is in fact do or die. Soft steps carry the Ladder to the Libertine. A small flask is pulled from a pocket and offered to Crowley. "It'll burn a little." A merry, sarcastic grin against Crowley's sardonic.

    With that Arthur turns his attention back to the gathered mass of arguing mages. "Alright then. I like Fisher's plan as well. If we have the time I say we try to make contact with our locals there and see if they can take the artifacts. We can't bring them back here but maybe they can be squirreled away overseas away from the Jailors."

    "I can also help with money for the costumes. If we're going to go all out then lets go all out. And at the very worst I'll make a damn hurricane to take down the ship." Maybe the Golden City is for others to attain but Arthur doesn't plan on dieing just yet. A silent prayer goes up to the Five who Fight. Oracles please keep the portal open long enough for us to get back.
    Arthur, Obrimos of the Silver Ladder, SL2 (Slick Smile), Pres 4 (Cocky)

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  13. #128
    Tuesday's Avatar
    Robin Lewis, Prudence Miller
    (Current ID, Reality War Name)
    Presence
    (Plucky)
    Distinctive Voice
    (Raspy)
    Status
    (Criminals)
    Allies
    (Criminals, Street)
    Tuesday

    Acanthus

    Trained Observer ●
    Trained Memory ●
    Quick Draw ●

    Nimbus

    Stained glass butterflies surround Tuesday, each pane on their tiny wings glows a verity of iridescent hues, while showing glimpses of what was, what is, and what will be. When vulgar magic is cast, the fluttering cascade doesn't last, they shatter. Falling into dull, colorless dust before vanishing completely.
    Stats/Bismark

    Oct Rits

    Health:
    Backlash:
    Mana: |
    WP: |
    Armor 1/0
    Defense 5

    Vulgar
    Active Spells: 2 / 6
    Personal Spells: 2

    [4] 2E Fate Shied (Rit)
    [3] 2E Fate Sight (Rit)

    +1
    DV
    3
    PRE

    "Kay...fuzzy cabal memories...awesome." Tuesday's rasping voice says, "So make one to deal with the Titanic and the Seers and shit then see form there?" the Enchantress asks. She knows cabals have be formed with less defined goals in mind. "And can I be the first one to say that any cabal - temporary or not - has to have an awesome name."

    Then the women who'd declined the Hierarch spot explodes in a verbal explosion of F-U Faye and your Acanthi high horse. To bad they'd just voted the blond in as their Counselor. Probably not the best foot to start off on with Avis - another Counselor.

    'Yep this unicorn has awesome planning skills.' Tuesday nods at Fisher. "Thinking on our feet mean that any Seers with Time wont be able to divine our plans...because we wont know what we're doing so our not-plan wont leave an imprint in Time for them to find and device a counter for." Tuesday comments as the Shaman finishes her outline of her plan.

    And Faye takes a verbal swing at Avis. And the Council with decide on the head honcho. Which was fine by this Sacramento newb. But it did mean that there would be more arguing about Council seats. Bah. At least Tuesday didn't have to deal with it.

    "Dude." Tuesday whistles at Arthur as he says his piece. And offers up his wallet.
    Health: | Mana: | Willpower:

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  15. #129
    Strix's Avatar

    Strix

    2
    PRE

    It was hard not to pay attention when Tuesday spoke, her voice was the kind that was just different than what you'd expect. She wasn't the only one who had something going for her to make her hard to ignore; Faye and Varyx, too, probably had a hard time staying ignored if they wanted to be, but for completely different reasons.

    Not just a trait among the ladies, though, since he looked over at Arthur, too, when he offered his piece of mind.

    Humming, he nodded at Varyx. "She raises a valid point, if all present here," he circled his finger around to indicate the Awakened inside the Circle at the moment, "are any indication for how many mages are within the city, we might be best of without any Hierarch for now. The council can later always go and appoint one from within its ranks, if they think it necessary, and then fill their council spot by someone they believe…well, up to the task."

    Strix shrugged, the council had the most support and it was pretty clear favored by all — so why were they all making it more complicated than necessary? An Assembly wasn't wanted; no one was stepping forward to claim the spot as Hierarch, even if people appeared to want one; and the person who was offered the job declined it, which spoke for and against Avis in even amounts to him.

    Yet another dead horse it was turning out to be, however. The council can argue and vote to their hearts content about it. Later.

    "Since we're not sure what we'll have to actually deal with, I like the idea to just wing it." At least to some degree, sticking too much to any plan never really worked out as intended. "And who doesn't like to dress up for the right occasion, though unless any sewing machine needs repairing I won't be much help with the clothing part. I do know my way around machines and know Matter, if it'll be any help dealing with the objective." Since he'd been yapping a lot about sinking the Titanic, he should probably speak up what he could offer. Whether he'd be the one to go along through the portal or not, they'd see when it opened.

    "But I can only agree there: What's the point of a cabal without a kickass name?" He grinned over at Tuesday, then he amended with a small shrug. "Well, there's unity and safety in numbers and all that, but come on. It'll be the name people will remember the most." Even if possibly temporary.

  16. #130
    B
    BlackWidowAus

    So awakened politics is essentially the same a sleeper politics... that's a shame... not a surprise though.

    With so many comments, suggestions and ideas going around the room, Runner took a minute to process them all. One thing was certain, with regards to the "Avis vs Faye" argument, he was definitely not going against his boss.

    There's no point adding anything the to leadership debate... Everything has been said... But I'm certain it will come up again. Gazing over towards Avis I wonder why she turned down the Hierarch position. That's a shame, having an Arrow in the top job would've really helped right now. Even temporarily during the crisis.

    Focusing on the problem at hand "With regards to any plans for the portal, I think the Fisher has outlined the key points of what we should be working towards however I think we should be careful about what we take... I mean, my knowledge of time travel comes from movies as well, but I can't imagine buying tickets with 2016 currency would go unnoticed... Do we have access to anything more tangible? Like gold, or diamonds?

    Turning to find Wayland, Tuesday and Strix "I'm up for a cabal, either temporary or permanent depending on how we go. As for names though I was thinking something about "Solitary", you know to reflect that we are all currently solitaires. "Solitary Path"? "Solitary Darkness"? "Solitary Trail"?

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