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  1. #11
    Alessandra's Avatar
    Presence
    (Commanding)
    Striking Looks
    (Tattooed Beauty)
    Blood Potency(+1)
    Status
    (Criminals)
    Retainer
    (Gabriel)
    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
    Cain, Hell Hound
    Alessandra Scenes
     -2 Vitae for Blush of Life and Drink, 
     
     

    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    The nod was acknowledged with a slight, very slight, nod. Did he know who she was? Perhaps he was one of those who didn't care, which was always fun.

    And drinks were always welcome. While she hadn’t actually drank the one she currently held, she makes note of the gesture.

    Attention moves back to the Robin, a blink, then another, “A unicorn?” she catches the joke, and a small smile appears. “Give you points for imagination.” Or being slightly insane, she wasn’t sure yet. "I suppose you really do aim high."

    Leaning against the bar, her own eyes move over the room, not settling upon anyone or anything. So if she had people in here right now, her eyes wouldn’t give them away.

    “Shiny things?”
    did she have a need for shiny things? She wasn’t sure. “Those are hard to move without notice. That is, if you don’t know the right people and have the right connections.” Drink swirled once again, thoughts moving through her head. “Tell me, have you been successful acquiring said shiny objects in the past? Have you been able to move them without notice?” would she be honest, or pad the facts?

    Seeing the finger wave, amusement flashes on the tattooed face, “So he is an associate or friend.” The girl hadn’t said either way. “And a generous one that at.” Surly that deserved a talk. “Perhaps we should see what he might have to offer.” Wasn’t really a question. She heard what Robin was offering, what could her associate offer? Plus, it might prove fun to watch the two breathers talk. Would one try and make the other look bad? Would they work together? Oh the possibilities.
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

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  3. #12
    Campanella's Avatar
    Campanella
    Allies (City Hall)
    Allies (Criminal)
    Allies (Culture)
    Allies (Finance)
    Occult Skill
    Campanella
    Campanella
    Campanella's Scenes
    Stats

    Clock

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 0
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 3/1

    [2R] Analyze Artefact (Deep Scrutiny of Artefacts, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [4R] Dark Matter (Matter Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [2R] One Mind, Two Thoughts (Prolonged, 1 scene)

    Tangled Threads

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 4
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 1/3


    [4] Aura Perception (Concentration, 1 scene)

    [5] Third Eye (Mind Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)

    [2R] Unseen Aegis (Armor, 1 scene)

    2
    PRE

    Campanella takes the bait, taking the exchange of glances and hushed conversation to be an invitation.

      
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-12-10 00:34:31 Campanella to not recognise Tuesday rolls 4 to Manipulation + Subterfuge (10 Again) 6, 2, 7, 6 failure

    "Good evening, ladies. I saw you at the bar and as it seems we are the only patrons right now, I thought we could form a little group? The Man In Black is not a place to drink alone. Its much too classy for that. Name is Bartram if you need it," He added with a slight nod and a little bow.

    The Moros schooled his features well enough but his eyes betrayed him. They hung onto Tuesday perhaps a little too long before he made his introduction. Then there was the casual flick of his glance once he settled in with conversation. Not enough, but just enough - should anyone care to pick up the cue.
    Campanella|Moros|Mysterium
    Gnosis: 4
    Occult Skill: 3

  4. #13
    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

    "Dream big. Ecsetrra." a smirk. Tuesday finishes her mocktail and eyes the one Campy had bought her, her hand rests on the cool glass.

    The smirk stays, "If I wasn't good enough I wouldn't have brought it up." said with an easy confidence, raising the glass to her lips and mocking a sip. She could get away with this for a few times. At least she hopped.

    "I've seen him around a few times...don't know if he's seen me. I tend to...borrow, what he'd rather sell." brow raised as she explains a legitimate businessman and a theif....their kind didn't really mix well.

    Campy ambles over, "Evening, Robin. If you've forgotten." said with a wink, leaving the conversation open for De Luca to drive it.
    Health: | Mana: | Willpower:

  5. #14
    Alessandra's Avatar
    Presence
    (Commanding)
    Striking Looks
    (Tattooed Beauty)
    Blood Potency(+1)
    Status
    (Criminals)
    Retainer
    (Gabriel)
    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
    Cain, Hell Hound
    Alessandra Scenes
     -2 Vitae for Blush of Life and Drink, 
     
     

    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    The Italian watches the guy walk over, studying him.

    Huh, weird name, not a common one. Or one she was familiar with. But an easy smile spreads across her lips, “Barthram," she says the name, thinking her accent butchered it, but going with it, "buonasera.” She greets, “And yes, it is a rather slow night in here. Perhaps the holidays have people out and about.” Classy? This place? Well, whatever worked for him. “Sofia De Luca.” He either knew who she was, or he didn’t. It would depend on what circles he ran in. But she wasn’t arrogant enough to think everyone knew who she was.

    “So tell me Bartram, what brings you out and do you often buy drinks for strangers at underground bars?”
    she wonders what part of the underground he dealt in. Obvious he had some pull somewhere to be in here, but where?

    Looking back to Robin, “This is true. Or it could be a cleaver bluff.” Shrug. “Which doesn’t matter to me, either way I shows guts and a willingness to put yourself out there.” Which was a good thing. "Both useful, we might be able to work something out."

    The last little tidbit brought a look of amusement, “Really?” purrs the Italian, “Now things are getting interesting.” Coy smile.
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

  6. #15
    Campanella's Avatar
    Campanella
    Allies (City Hall)
    Allies (Criminal)
    Allies (Culture)
    Allies (Finance)
    Occult Skill
    Campanella
    Campanella
    Campanella's Scenes
    Stats

    Clock

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 0
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 3/1

    [2R] Analyze Artefact (Deep Scrutiny of Artefacts, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [4R] Dark Matter (Matter Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [2R] One Mind, Two Thoughts (Prolonged, 1 scene)

    Tangled Threads

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 4
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 1/3


    [4] Aura Perception (Concentration, 1 scene)

    [5] Third Eye (Mind Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)

    [2R] Unseen Aegis (Armor, 1 scene)

    2
    PRE

    Campanella settled in easily with a gentle, if banal, smile on his lips.

    "Call if misguided chivalry combined with a desire for a little company. Its very quiet here of late and I'm not one for drinking alone."

    He left a deliberately vague pause at the end of his sentence.

    "My business is done for the evening and I have nothing else planned. Why not socialise? A little networking can go a long way."
    Campanella|Moros|Mysterium
    Gnosis: 4
    Occult Skill: 3

  7. #16
    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

    "Bluff or not. You gotta admire my style." smile, which is more if a smirk, hazels sparkling. Before nodding at their future working relationship. This time Tuesday dose take a sip of her drink.

    Campy is never going to live down Bartram.

    "Completely misguided. But networking. Isn't that the real meat of a night out here?"
    Health: | Mana: | Willpower:

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  9. #17
    Alessandra's Avatar
    Presence
    (Commanding)
    Striking Looks
    (Tattooed Beauty)
    Blood Potency(+1)
    Status
    (Criminals)
    Retainer
    (Gabriel)
    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
    Cain, Hell Hound
    Alessandra Scenes
     -2 Vitae for Blush of Life and Drink, 
     
     

    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    There was a chuckle, “Misguided chivalry?” for some reason that was amusing to her, “Tell me, how can chivalry be misguided? It’s a dying gesture these days.” Which was quite sad. Dark eyes look around the room, “It is quiet here tonight, perhaps people are out doing things for the holiday.” A shrug. “But I agree, drinking alone is no fun.” And her glass was raised, though no sip was taken.

    She nods, “Networking has its benefits, some good, some bad.” Depending on who you ran into.

    “Now, I know what brought Pesce piccolo out this evening, so what about you?” directed at Bartram. Looking to Robin again, "Which reminds me, we should exchange contact info." she might be able to find a use for the kid at some point. “Pardon my directness,” not that she cared if he did or not, “but I’ve never seen you in here, and you don’t strike me as the type to spend time here.” Shrug, “But then again, I’ve worked with some people in the past who could easily pass as boy scouts. Something that can be used as an advantage, or a disadvantage depending on who you ask."
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

  10. #18
    Campanella's Avatar
    Campanella
    Allies (City Hall)
    Allies (Criminal)
    Allies (Culture)
    Allies (Finance)
    Occult Skill
    Campanella
    Campanella
    Campanella's Scenes
    Stats

    Clock

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 0
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 3/1

    [2R] Analyze Artefact (Deep Scrutiny of Artefacts, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [4R] Dark Matter (Matter Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)
    [2R] One Mind, Two Thoughts (Prolonged, 1 scene)

    Tangled Threads

    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
    Armor 4
    Defense 2

    Vulgar +1
    Active Spells: 3/5
    Personal Spells: 1/3


    [4] Aura Perception (Concentration, 1 scene)

    [5] Third Eye (Mind Sight, Prolonged, 1 scene)

    [2R] Unseen Aegis (Armor, 1 scene)

    2
    PRE

    Campanella smiled softly.

    "Yes. Completely misguided. Yet I find it can be good manners as well. Social interactions can be so abrasive and bruising these days - and they wonder why there is a lack of goodwill in society!"

    He stared across the table.

    "I had business here, earlier. The Man In Black has quite the reputation as a neutral ground; it makes it very handy to have around."

    He dug for a business card or two, maintaining his act.

    "Of course. I deal in artworks, books, and certain memorabilia. I find that some enjoy art and nostalgia for its aesthetic value and that others see its use as a sink for spare capital. In any case, if you have questions, I can help..."

    He smiled.

    "I don't come in here often, it is true. My trade is more... word of mouth. And word of mouth is more conducive to one-on-one sessions over a meal, somewhere expensive. That leads to personal evaluations and so on. I do have cause to come here, but usually that is for meeting new clients. Or complex clients. Or clients with a complex situation. I'm sure you've had similar in your business dealings as well?"

    His eyes fastened onto the dark haired woman's tattoo's. They lent the woman a vibe totally at odds with her business attire.
    Campanella|Moros|Mysterium
    Gnosis: 4
    Occult Skill: 3

  11. #19
    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

    A wry smirk grows. "Odd women out? Well,it isn't the first time." paired with the silent 'and it won't be the last'.

    "But what's the saying? Manners maketh man? Hmm. Something you subscribe to Barty?" asked not because she wanted to know, but because she wanted to see his face when she called him Barty.

    Tuesday returns to silence to hear Campy and De Luca speak. His questions and her answers telling her more about her new cabal mate and the inked women then her own words could discover.
    Health: | Mana: | Willpower:

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  13. #20
    Alessandra's Avatar
    Presence
    (Commanding)
    Striking Looks
    (Tattooed Beauty)
    Blood Potency(+1)
    Status
    (Criminals)
    Retainer
    (Gabriel)
    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
    Cain, Hell Hound
    Alessandra Scenes
     -2 Vitae for Blush of Life and Drink, 
     
     

    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    Smirking, “Another rare quality these day. Bravo for you.” But he had a point, and her smile was proof she was agreeing.

    “That it is. I usually have people I send to take care of business, but felt like coming myself tonight. See who was here and what they might have to offer.”
    A half smile was offered to Robin, acknowledging what she offered.

    If he hands her a business card she’ll accept it, eyeing it before pocketing it. “I’d offer you a business card as well, but I don’t have those. I use my name and reputation, and it’s usually enough. To those in the right circles that is.” If they didn’t know her, then she didn’t have need to do business with them. Usually. This one might be different. Maybe.

    A slow nod, “Artwork, not something I usually dip my fingers into. But I’m a lover of fine art, having been around it most of my life.” And unlife. “I also know it’s not easy to move.” Fine pieces of art draw attention, usually more attention than she was comfortable with.

    A sly smile, oh how their ideas of what a meal was.

    “Sometimes. I don’t usually meet with clients, I have people for that. Usually if one is lucky, or unlucky, enough to meet with me face to face something has gone,” a pause as a few hand waves in the air, looking for a word, “awry.” She trusted those under her to deal with most everything. Being known by name was usually more powerful in her line of work. But of course it gets out what you look like when you are covered in tattoos and Italian.

    Speaking of tattoos, a look of amusement is offered to Bart, “See something you like?” yeah, she was blunt. She could afford to be.

    Looking back to Robin, “Now, why the odd woman out?” this was business, and to make business work, you talked with everyone. “I’m hoping we exchange numbers, there might come a time when your skills can be useful. And of course, well paid for.”

    Barty? There was a chuckle, “A pet name?” she asks with humor.
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

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