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    Yumyumcrow's Avatar
    Campanella
    Campanella

    Campanella
    Ingrid

    2
    PRE

    Yes. I'm getting it started now :P This meeting will occur on Saturday 2nd February for purposes of Continuity


    It is still winter. The night closes in eagerly and across the city the encroaching darkness is beaten back by candles, lamps, buzzing neon, and humming street lights. Colour washes the air: golden yellow, blue, purple, hot pink, red, orange; and where it does shadows are both banished and hardened; the air is stained in colour and darkness. It is a magical effect and almost completely lost on the Sleepers who huddle in their homes or else crowd out the pubs and clubs of the pulsing city.

    Across town, where rural fields kiss housing estates and industrial parks, is a replica Cathedral. It is both seen and unseen. And right now is a prism: a blaze of warm light beckoning those who have Awakened to gather once more.

    The new Hierarch has arrived early. A Hierarch of the Mysterium. And like the ancient priests of yore he has lit every single candle, and lamp, and candelabra of this temple chantry. Incense burns in censors, casting an oily but pleasant smelling cloud through the nave and ancillary chapels of the old cathedral. One might suspect he has even cleansed the place with sage at some point as well, just for good measure.

    Campanella has arranged seats in the nave where the Consilium normally meets. He has provided a seperate seat for himself, facing the group and this he has wrapped in a rich cloth: this is the Hierarch's Chair and so far is the only indication of a structure to the society that is soon to gather and discuss the doings of their world.

    Campanella stands, waiting. He has a different set of robes this time. The effect is the same: this Hierarch evokes the victorian scholar in his tweed and black.

    Another Consilium meeting is open. This is a good place to catch up with other characters. And a fantastic place to introduce new ones.

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    Cosmo's Avatar

    Presence
    (Eager)
    Striking Looks
    (Willful)
    Cosmo

    Nimbus

    A halo of white fire burns around his head.

    (24 hr shield)Mana 1 Spent
    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    Winter is here, especially in the east. Having flown out from DC shortly after record breaking cold weather, Sacramento's low of forty something degrees wasn't as bad to Cosmo as it likely was to the natives of the city. Negative wind chills and the slush and snow that accompanied it limited his chances of a beautiful sunset back east, but even in the twilight hours of a winter mess the sunshine state earned it's name in multicolored splendor.

    The Theurgist slowly makes his way to the Circle as he checks out the stores and restaurants of his new home. Finding the to scale cathedral sleepers seemed incapable of noticing wasn't hard, and the warm glow emanating forth was to inviting not to check out. He enters the Circle in [url=https://www.listal.com/viewimage/2893099]a black buttoned suit[/utl], quickly noting the atmosphere of candlelight and incense. He liked it, embracing such items in his own oblations and spiritual ceremonies from time to time.

    "Hello?" Cosmo calls out to the man with the clearly nicer hair. The man lacked the same glyphs that danced around the Theurgist, so Cosmo decided to keep it brief for now. "I'm Cosmo. I'm looking to introduce myself to folks in charge around here."

    He smiled to Campanella, waving as he made his way closer.

       2 suxx each for Forces sight and shield
    Date Action Roll Result
    2019-01-29 16:23:31 Cosmo rolls 7 to Improvised Unseen Shield (Forces+Gnosis) (Mana for duration) (10 Again) 10, 5, 7, 1, 2, 7, 10, 5, 5 2 successes
    2019-01-29 16:17:03 Cosmo rolls 5 to Improvised Read Matrices (Forces+Gnosis-2 Advanced prolongation) (10 Again) 10, 2, 10, 6, 7, 3, 6 2 successes

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    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

    Winter. She hated it. Cold temperatures and sweaters were not her thing. So in a rebel against it, she wore a new black leather skirt with a flowing black shirt. A coat was needed, so she picked her long black leather coat. But screw winter.

    Walking into the Circle, she was pleasantly surprised by how it had changed. It had a more welcoming and calmer feel to it. At least to her.

    Eyes fall to Campy, the Hierarch, and she smiles. He was going to be great at this.

    Then a new face, one she didn’t know.

    Walking over, the Thyrsus smiles, “Hierarch.” She says with a nod of her head, “Hi, I’m Aurora.” She says to the guy with a confident air about him.

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  7. #4
    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 raises an eyebrow as the confident newcomer wilfully strides into the Circle. The new Hierarch experiences a flash of paranoia, stilled by the presence of his Cabal-mate. He responds to her nod with a flash of his eyes before he focusses more fully on...

    Cosmo.

    "Campanella. Moros... Hierarch of the River City Consilium. You have found the right place. Welcome."

    Campanella pauses, takes a breath, then extends a welcoming arm and indicates the available chairs.

    "Aurora is my associate."

    He adds for some context. It is true: Aurora is his Cabal-mate and a member of his Order, the Mysterium.
    Campanella|Moros|Mysterium
    Gnosis: 4
    Occult Skill: 3

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    S
    Shodan

    It's becoming a routine for him to regularly check on the Circle. See if it's still there. Meet up with his fellow willworkes, making sure he stays in the loop of important things. As he walks in to the cathedral today, however, all in metallically shining shirt and trousers with enormous pockets, Shodan realizes this is no ordinary meeting. The candles. The smells. The chair and Campanella's robes. It all means the day will be memorable.

    The reason for it, however, remains a mystery.

    "Boss-man" He says and nods at Campanella. Nothing negative about this address, on the contrary - there's a healthy dose of earned respect in the Libertine's voice and posture "Aurora" A cheerful greet. The Thyrsus Councilor is always pleasant to be around "New guy" He welcomes the third man "Haven't seen you here before. Shodan, Obrimos and a member of the Council of Free Assemblies"

    A hand and a smile are extended in greeting.

    "May I ask why the change of decor? Do we have a special occasion? Is it about finally having a master of ceremonies?"

  10. #6
    Cosmo's Avatar

    Presence
    (Eager)
    Striking Looks
    (Willful)
    Cosmo

    Nimbus

    A halo of white fire burns around his head.

    +1
    SL
    4
    PRE

    The riveting blonde instantly gains Cosmo's attention as she approaches. Aurora was not someone who was easy to overlook, and pointing out the Heirarch in the room certainly helped him meet his goal of introducing himself to the right people.

    "It's a pleasure to meet you Aurora." He said with a smile. "I'm Cosmo, and I'm looking to move to Sacramento and join it's Concilium."

    He continued to beam his smile as Campanella welcomed him to what was hopefully his new home. "Thank you for the welcome sir. I like the decor you've chosen."

    To Shodan, The Theurgist simply mirrored the Libertines own polite yet direct approach. "Cosmo. Obrimos Apostate looking to settle in."

    The why of the incense and candles seemed clearly spiritual or Spiritual to the Obrimos, but he decided not to pile more of the same question onto Campanella. He chose to simply listen and take in the scents and sights around him.

  11. #7
    Phoenyx's Avatar
    Presence (Focused)
    Trained Observer
    Dexterity (Lithe)
    Phoenyx
    Spells and Gear

    Monthly rits (cloaked):
    Supernal Vision (Pot 6)
    2E Life Shield (Pot 5)

    Gear: Smartphone, Pistol (Beretta M92, +2 lethal), pair of daggers, tonfa, Reinforced Leather trenchcoat (1/0), motorcycle (street bike)
    Phoenyx

    Nimbus: a pair of fiery scarlet wings unfurl her with an eagle's screech.
    Plot Stats

    Def - 6 (4 Dex+Life/2)
    Armour - 3/2 (Life/2, Trenchcoat)
    Health: Matriarch - 1B/7
    Willpower 3/3
    Mana: 9/9
    Vulgars Cast: 0
    Personal Spells 2/3
    [6] Supernal Vision (Monthly Ritual)
    [5$] 2E Life Shield (Monthly Ritual)
    Active spells: 3/7
    [3$] Complex Transmission

    Gear: Smartphone, Pistol (Beretta M92, +2 lethal), 2 spare clips, pair of daggers (one is magical focus), Reinforced Leather trenchcoat (1/0), Purse ($57, gun permit, driving license)

    2
    PRE

    Damn, it was cold. Even someone as outwardly tough as an Arrow felt legitimized in adding extra layers. Phoenyx strides down the corridor and into the Consillium chamber in her red-striped leggings and long leather trenchcoat, only this time is wearing a think woolen cardigan under the coat and a scarlet flowing scarf.

    Her phoenix-embossed motorcycle helmet is under one arm.

    Setting it on a chair to the side she looks around the room and takes a deep breath, enjoying the incense, before heading over to the Leader of the Consillium. "Heirarch." She nods respectfully. "Master. Shodan." Both of the familiar faces are treated to a rare small smile They did work hard after all. The Obrimos looks at the new face, assessing, watching the glyphs move around him. "I don't know you," She says bluntly. "Phoenyx. Obrimos Arrow."
    Obrimos Adamantine Arrow, Cloaked Monthly Rits (in minisheet)

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    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

    It was going to take some time to get used to him introducing himself as the Hierarch. But it was a good fit.

    Associate? It worked.

    A smile was offered to Shodan when he came in. “The décor? Believe that would be our Hierarch.” A nod to Campy.

    “Pleased to meet you too Cosmo, welcome to Sacramento.”
    Greets the Shaman with a friendly smile. “Where do you come from?” she was curious. New face.

    Master. It was still weird to hear.

    But she smiles anyways, she liked the focused Obrimos.

    “Hey Phoenyx! Love your coat!” looked like a nicer one then hers.

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    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

    "Apostate is good enough for me. Join us."

    Campanella makes an encouraging smile but he does not contradict Phoenyx when she responds bluntly.

    He carries on: "You have come at the right moment. We are about to have one of our monthly gatherings. Its an ideal opportunity to get to know your neighbours. And perhaps share a little of yourself."

    He turned to Shodan.

    "Change of decor? I felt it appropriate, given my personal allegiances, and the need to stamp some authority on this place. The Circle does sometimes feel like an empty space we simply congregate in, rather than being... well... home. Or a sanctuary. Or both."

    His words, slightly loud, were meant for all ears.

    As he spoke he let his eyes casually lift to survey the main entrances to the building - those he could see - in case any more of the Awakened were filtering in.
    Campanella|Moros|Mysterium
    Gnosis: 4
    Occult Skill: 3

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    Alastor

    Campanella looked, and lo, his former challenger arrived, wearing a high-collared black coat with a simple white tee and jeans. A black backpack, simple in its design, was slung over one shoulder. Without his sunglasses on, Alastor was squinting at everyone.

    "How's everyone doing?"

    A polite smile flashed to the new guy, Sight taking in the subtle glyph and mind doing the math.

    "I'm Alastor. Welcome."

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