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    n the heart of downtown Sacramento there is a place of intrigue, excitement and entertainment. The modern flare of this venue is host to exclusive parties. The seduction of this establishment may take you away as you drink, dance and socialize. There are private services available upon request. The best DJ’s in town are in line to play a wide variety of music. Some of you may dine…as long as you have your VIP pass.

    However the Kindred arrive they are discreetly met and led to the back of the club. The space downstairs is decorated in dark, rich woods and expensive furniture. There's a coat room that will also hold one's 'unmentionables'; namely, weapons, at the foot of the stairs. There are also private areas, dark, and furnished with soft couches, as well as meeting rooms with conference tables and chairs, and an area with several televisions. The Court area is decorated with long black and brown silken drapes cascading from floor to ceiling. Draped in elegant bunches and gathered into valances across door frames and between supporting pillars; the lighting is intentionally low, but without the pulse of the music from above, the place has the feel of a sepulchre.

    The common area circles the Court proper, and it becomes apparent that this is not decorated for a single evening. Small symbols note areas for Kindred only that branch off of the Commons, which will be necessary once those Kine privileged enough to see behind the Masquerade filter in: ghouls, herd members, or even devotees. The furniture setting is familiar now: a set of elegant chairs, all dark wood and red leather, arranged in a circle. The baroque lighting leaves the corners of the Elysium commons in deep shadow.

    With the permanent fixture that the chess table had become, there was yet another new item. A Steinway concert piano, its cover in an upright position, revealing stunning inner strings strings. The lid was closed on the keyboard, the bench not with it.

    Another evening; another Danse. For some it will their first, for some it shall be their last. After all, this is the Prince's Elysium, and subject to the Laws of the Domain.

    But tonight is different.


    Yes, court is eternal but it is not always the same. It has its ebbs and flows, with tonight being one of those ebbs. Tonight there are few of importance in the Elysium, and what few have come through have left on missions of greater import than humoring the faceless crowd of Kindred and lowly ghouls.

    Yet just as it looks like the entire night maybe a total loss, those in attendance can sense a tension travel through the crowd.

    Something has happened.

    Feel free to have your character already being in Elysium or just arriving. Your choice.

    And please make a perception check: Wits+Comp
    Optionally, in place of normal perception you can make Wits+Investigation or Politics or Empathy or Socialize or Streetwise

    Only one roll though.

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  3. #2
    Milton's Avatar

    Time is Money
    Presence
    (Bland)
    Intelligence
    (Analytical)
    Status, Allies
    (City Hall)
    Status, Allies
    (Finance)
    Bureaucratic Navigator
    Milton

    2
    PRE

    There are nights when Milton could be working, could be at home assembling one of his models (of late, it's a handsome Greek Bireme), could be hunting in the restaurants and bars where his preferred class of prey congregate.

    This is not one of those nights.

    Tonight, Milton is watching the Danse. Attempting to analyze its movements, whether repetitious or novel. Observing its patterns, the courses and eddies that manifest in the comings and goings of the domain's Kindred. Even those of little import. At times, he believes that the very character of the domain can be glimpsed in the seemingly random encounters of the undead. At others, all he sees is pettiness and triviality, carried out over the longue durée.

    So he watches and he debates with himself: is there meaning to be found in the activity around him (paltry as it is this evening) or not. As a cover, he sits at the chess board alone, dressed in yet another unremarkable suit, pretending to study the pieces, absently trying different openings and then re-setting the board.

    All the while, though, calculating eyes flick here and there about Court. There is a strange tension in the movements of the few present at court this evening. Curious...

    2 successes
    Health: Vitae: WP: BP: 1

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  5. #3
    Jennifer Hazelton's Avatar
    Seneschal, Lady Notary, Priscus of the Nosferatu
    City Status
    Invictus status
    Presence (Lady)
    Obfuscate 2 Mask of Tranquility
    Resources
    Jennifer Hazelton

    Nosferatu curse: A voice that withered like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise
    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    -1
    NOS
    3
    PRE

    Jennifer moves into Elysium coat check with confidence. She wears a brown knee length dress with a tie at the waist and sensible black flats that she can run in. If anybody notices, its the same outfit she wore to meet with former Mekhet Priscus Horatio. Her dark brown hair is swept up into an elaborate high bun.
    Jennifer waits until she is alone at the coat check and hands over her small black leather backpack.

    3 successes


    Once unburdened of her weaponry, Jennifer strides into Elysium proper. She pauses at the threshold, her face composed as she looks over who is present. She waits for a beat, listening to her Beast. To her intuition. Waiting to see if a stronger Beast or threat lurks out of sight. Her own Beast is Cloaked as is her habit.
    The Nosferatu strides within the Elysium proper and towards a prominent table. Jennifer takes a seat. She continues to scan the room, her face composed. Her behavior refined and lady like, yet assertive and calm.

    Equipment
    Nosferatu Curse: Jennifer's voice withers like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise.

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  7. #4
    Edward Heinrich's Avatar

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    (Unobstrusive)
    Edward Heinrich




    Daeva Vice: Wrath
    Edward Heinrich Scenes

    2
    PRE

    Edward increasingly took the time to speak with the hangers-on. The faceless. The squatters of the barrens. He had come close, more than once, to joining their ranks. Maybe that was why he offered them the time of day (night?), or maybe it was just that they knew things.

    1 success

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  9. #5
    Jennifer Hazelton's Avatar
    Seneschal, Lady Notary, Priscus of the Nosferatu
    City Status
    Invictus status
    Presence (Lady)
    Obfuscate 2 Mask of Tranquility
    Resources
    Jennifer Hazelton

    Nosferatu curse: A voice that withered like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise
    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    -1
    NOS
    3
    PRE

    Jennifer remained where she was for a few beats of a mortals heart. Contemplating what she had just witnessed and the cryptic advice. Why would the Lance seek my aid?
    It was an intriquing question. Jennifer turned and surveyed the room, her dark eyes seeking an answer. Noticing Mr. Northbride, she gave him a polite nod of the head. She recalled what he had shared about his Sire. Now she considered if that was a strong enough tie between Northbridge and herself to share the odd occurence.

    He was not a Kindred of Quality, it was true. Yet tribalism was a risk when mysteries walked the Domain. Does this have anything to do with the other investigations being conducted?
    Nosferatu Curse: Jennifer's voice withers like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise.

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  11. #6
    Milton's Avatar

    Time is Money
    Presence
    (Bland)
    Intelligence
    (Analytical)
    Status, Allies
    (City Hall)
    Status, Allies
    (Finance)
    Bureaucratic Navigator
    Milton

    2
    PRE

    And then, a pattern comes into focus. What initially appeared as an oddly tense atmosphere at court is transformed by a few words from the right source, whispered in Milton's ever-listening ear. The Gestalt is clear and has only one meaning: danger. Like the figure of a tiger, previously assumed to be only another play of light and shadow, that suddenly becoming apparent at the tree line, far too close for comfort.

    Milton's eyes rapidly scan court. There is Edward, but the Lord will avoid him if at all possible. Milton still remembers his first night in this room and the role the Daeva played in his public humiliation. He offers the Succubus the hint of a nod before continuing his inspection of the night's attendees.

    Luckily, Jennifer has also appeared. Milton catches her nod and stands, offering her a brief bow, before heading in her direction. Trying not to appear alarmed or harried. He stops at a respectful distance from where she sits, remaining on his feet for the moment. He will not join her properly until invited.

    "Priscus Hazelton, a pleasure as always. My apologies for the intrusion, but I've just heard the most...interesting news." Not the word he would use in another setting, but this is court after all. "May I join you, if you have a moment?"

    Perhaps she is already aware of the supposed attack. Maybe she will dispel the information as mere rumor (one can only hope). Either way, Milton knows he cannot sit on what he's just heard.

    Forgot to list equipment in my first post, so will list it here: full-size car parked outside, laptop in car, smart phone and wallet with several hundred dollars on his person.
    Health: Vitae: WP: BP: 1

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  13. #7
    Edward Heinrich's Avatar

    Presence
    (Unobstrusive)
    Edward Heinrich




    Daeva Vice: Wrath
    Edward Heinrich Scenes

    2
    PRE

    The division, the avoidance, it was all the exact opposite of what Edward expected.
    It was like they were marked.

    Edward ceased his attempted to approach and converse, instead, he turned his attention to the mention of interesting news. Maybe the report was unrelated, or maybe it wasn't.

    "Priscus Hazelton" Edward gave a short bow.
    "Mr. Northbridge" Edward nodded.
    "Good evening." He gave a small apologetic smile, "please forgive my approach; I find myself unusually interested in the news given tonight's..." Edward glanced about, "...atmosphere."

    Equipment: Wallet with 500$ in cash, Sports Compact parked outside with a rapier inside

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  15. #8
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    Presence
    Sieb van Zon

    He speaks in a noticeable dutch accent.
    He looks very youthfull.

    2
    PRE

    Sieb von Zon was new in the city, as such he wanted to drive around Sacramento for a few days or weeks and gain a feeling and orientation about how this city is build.
    Tonight as he was driving aroung he got close to the Elysium and decided to pay it a visit, to find out how the court looks when it isn't time for the Formal Court.

    He figured that he might visit the court, so he wears one of his suits instead of casual clothing.
    It's not the finest suit of the best quality but it certainly fits him well.

    At the coat room he hands over a coat making sure that the staff handles his lovely surprises carefully.
    He steels himself against the beast, he breaths in, as unnecessary as it is, and goes in.
    "Use your lovelys, come fight.", he hears in his mind, he did however hand his weapons over already and the beast is not to be indulged.

    Inside he sees a few faces, Cousin Heinrich and some others he remembers seeing at the formal court. He tries to recall their names as he approaches them.
    "Priscus Hazelton.", he gives a short bow.
    "Cousin Heinrich it's nice to meet you here.", he nods and smiles.
    "Mr. Northbridge.", he nods to him as well.

    "My apologies for interrupting so rudely as well."
    , he says as he joins his cousin in joining the group.

    4 successes


    Equipment: About 200$ in a wallet. A Sedan parked outside with additional ammunition hidden under the seat. A coat with hidden compartments for two Thunder-5 Revolvers both loaded with buckshot.

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  17. #9
    Jennifer Hazelton's Avatar
    Seneschal, Lady Notary, Priscus of the Nosferatu
    City Status
    Invictus status
    Presence (Lady)
    Obfuscate 2 Mask of Tranquility
    Resources
    Jennifer Hazelton

    Nosferatu curse: A voice that withered like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise
    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    Jennifer Hazelton Scenes
     
     
     Blush, imbibe, 

    -1
    NOS
    3
    PRE

    "Mr. Northbridge, have a seat."
    The Priscus gestures to a chair at her table.

    " Do tell."
    She encourages. The Lady considers the Ventrue. Dark eyes take his measure, weighing him against what he said now with his conduct during the meeting called by Mr. Smith.
    She makes a decision. The Lady leans forward slightly and speaks in a quieter voice. Her words slithering forth.

    "I was passed information. After the Lancea Sanctum members all left after my arrival." Jennifer confided to Milton.

    Jennifer glanced to Edward as he approached and spoke. Then Jennifer glanced away, looking back to Milton as she considered her next act.

    The time waster. The one who saw no problem dragging out an actual Ceremony as though everything was about him. Then he called another meeting to do it all over again.
    Polite is right,
    She reminded herself.
    Just don't expect respect out of him.

    "Interested in the atmosphere? Perhaps you have some interesting news?' She poses to Edward. She does look at him, composing her face to a neutral blank look when she looks at Edward.

    The Nosferatu looks to the newcomer. He makes a bow, showing her respect. She shows him respect with her response of a slight nod.

    " Cousin? Are you a member of the First Estate, Mr?"

    She asks the stranger. Then looks between the new Kindred and Edward, wondering if an introduction were too much to expect. Among the Invictus, the lowest ranked member would make introductions.

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  19. #10
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    The Kindred cluster and move. The dire feeling seeming to settle until it becomes undeniable, only held at by the laws and rules of Elysium etiquette.

    Until a cry made almost every predator in the room turn towards the stairs.

    “Help!”

    The man stumbled at the final step, and fell to his hands and knees. He was dressed like he was going to church and his shoes were not made for running. Whether in fear, to cover for his entrance, or to lure others close to attack, he prostrated himself on the floor.

    “Please, your grace,” he looked up and around his eyes widened when he realized neither the Prince nor the Archon were present. In fact it looked like there was only one person he did recognize immediately. His eyes locked to hers like he was entranced by snake.

    “Pricus Hazelton!” he bowed his head back down but it’s enough time for Jennifer to also recognize him as one of her Clan. Though not one that had ever bothered to contribute to the Underground “Please! My coterie has been attacked! Please I beg you… all the court… to help repel these Kindred invaders.”

    'All the court' murmured. An attack in the domain? Or was this some sort of trap? Why should they risk their eternal unlives for this... untrustworthy nobody? Except to maybe feed upon their weakness.
    Addy
    Mask of Tranquility, Curse: Engenders distrust

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