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  1. #1
    William Walker's Avatar

    William Walker
    Striking Looks
    (Stunning)
    William Walker

    English Accent

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    The Nox Populi is an upscale experience that will take Sacramento nightlife to a whole new level.


    In 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. Thee 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.
    Towards the center of the room, a table was placed and roped off that was decorated in similar black and gold runners. Upon it was a model ship, roughly two and a half feet long with two sets of oars on each side- a Bireme.
    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.

    Eternal Court is open once more...


    Please remember that Predator's Taint is in effect and role-play is expected, or rolls will be asked for!

    This is a great place to get Acknowledged

    Eternal Court is not a singular event. Always open and in constant motion, a compression of the comings and goings of Kindred within Elysium throughout the nights. As such, Eternal Court is also never truly empty; this can include 'faceless masses' of Kindred beneath notice, ghouls, herd members, devotees, or even officials in their offices.
    William Walker
    Active Powers: None

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  3. #2
    Helen Kingsley's Avatar
    Helen Kingsley

    (Blush)Vitae 1 Spent
    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    It's mandatory fun time once more. Or so at least Helen's internal calendar would have her think. Which also makes it time to break out the court clothes, as fun as that is. So she's gone back to the high-formality wear. Okay, not that high formality, just formal enough... It's just the no-frills blue dress she always wears to court or other functional events.

    As is, she passes the wardrobe without checking in anything, as usual and remains at the door to prepare for whats next, as usual. Not that it really helps...

    As usual.

    After the worst impetus has died down somewhat, Helen takes a look around if there's any domain functionary of note around who's already arrived. There should be, after all.

    Or so she'd think.

    Well, doesn#t look that way, so she makes her way over to whee the piano is standing to see whats up with it.

    Nosferatu Curse: The vibe that that shadow is not doing as a shadow does as soon as you're not looking directly at it.

  4. #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 arrived in a black dress that was an a line dress, a bit simpler and splendid. Those who were here a few years ago may recognize the dress. Her brown hair was straightened pin straight and half was held up with a small black silk bow. She wore a flesh colored scarf over her neck and collarbone. A second black scarf was pinned over it with her favorite spider pin of green and brown precious stones.

    Jennifer noticed her cousin, Helen. Helen is given a nod befitting her station in the Domain. A sincere smile that touches Jennifer's autumn eyes is given to the Nosferatu.

    Jennifer notes that few Kindred of note were present in Elysium. Unusual that a Lady would arrive before acknowledged Kindred of the Domain.

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

  5. #4
    Seryna's Avatar

    Jennifer Hazelton

    The coterie of Clarke, Jake and Sanchez enter together as a knot. All three young Kindred move to make a respectable curtsy or bow to the Priscus. Yet she is not of their clan, and the respect is functional, held to just the right note. The three give Helen a nod of acknowledgement.

    Ms. Clark wore a rose-colored calf length gown with 3/4 length sleeves, her blonde hair swept into a high bun. The style is far from the usual elaborate hairstyle. Her fair light skin was carefully made up with peach lipstick and light brown eyeshadow, bringing out her blue eyes. Her Beast is cloaked.

    Mr. Eddison Jake was a skinny, unobtrusive man who held his Beast Cloaked. He is African American, around 5'11'' with a closely cropped hairstyle. He has an unobtrusive air. You likely would look right past him, unless searching for him, specifically. He wears a grey off the rack suit with a violet pocket square. The tie is grey, not flashy.

    Mariposa is Mexican American and wears a midnight blue a line dress over her plus size figure. One might notice that the bracelet that she normally wears is absent. Ms. Sánchez accented her dark skin with shimmering gold eyeshadow that looked fetching. Her beast is Cloaked.

    The three look about the room, hands fluttering a bit. They looked young. They looked nervous .


    An unassuming Latino woman known as Simone Perez enters Court. Her Beast rolls out to greet the others BP 3 Her stocky body is well-muscled, and scarred. Her short, straight black hair is brushed back and pinned with a small clip into some more passable style for Formal Court. She presented herself in a modest blue calf length dress with 3/4 sleeves. A scar at her collarbone peeked out, three lines that resembled claw marks.
    Simone makes a respectful deep nod to Priscus Hazelton, if punctual and not held for long. A lesser nod is given to Helen.

    From the collective faceless Kindred, three gentlemen stand together. After a moment, the three move one after the other to give a respectable nod to Priscus Hazelton. Vincenzo gives a deep nod first, held to the proper length to show respect. Vincenzo’s face is pockmarked from life. His head is buzzed to nearly bald; his face is all lines. His hands are rough and calloused, although carefully manicured for the evening. He wears a brown suit with a purple pocket corner, silver pin on his lapel in the insignia of the Lancea Sanctum.


    Mr. Anthony Hoyle is a gentleman who is white - haired, respectable looking. His cufflink jewels suggest his clan is Ventrue. He is BP 4 Mr. Hoyle waits for Vincenzo to move on and then nods as well. He gives Helen a nod of acknowledgement.


    Mr. Royce Waldorf, an older gentleman with white hair, styled in a well-groomed fashion from the 40's, wore an expensive looking suit from the 20’s with amethyst jewels in his cufflinks and tie bar. He is BP 4
    He moves slower around the room. A respectful medium bow to the Priscus Hazelton. Mr. Hoyle gives a slight nod to Helen.

    The three gentlemen discreetly glance to the coterie of Jake, Mariposa and Clarke.

    face claim

  6. #5
    Jacque's Avatar
    Jack
    Striking Looks
    (Handsome)
    Presence
    (Credence)
    Mask of Tranquility
    New Identity
    (Alexander Krait)
    Resources
    Jacque
    Behavior

    Goes by Jack.

    Educated, scholarly, lawyer, scientist.
    Jack's outward demeanor and tone are a baseline of respectful and calculated.

    He actively debates, persuades, negotiates and even at time tries to intimidate, as core skills of any lawyer worth his salt.

    +1
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    Tuxedo night at the elysium once again. The Lord seemed pleased with the sharp contrast between the black of the jacket and the purples and golds of the vest underneath. He made into court, offering an acknowledging dip of his head to Jennifer Hazelton. The flurry of beasts unsettled his own. No matter how many years in his cursed life would pass, it seemed to always be the same, frustrating fight.

    He flashed a brief smile to Helen before resting his focus on the newer group. He can't recall having met the three nervous looking Kindred. They were young, but perhaps they were simply unremarkable enough to forget. Jacque held his vision to them in an effort to read the room.

    failure


    Blood Hunt:

  7. #6
    William Walker's Avatar

    William Walker
    Striking Looks
    (Stunning)
    William Walker

    English Accent

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    It had taken him a bit of time to get ready for the state mandated fun. The Tux had been wheeled out, a bow tie to go with it. The sea of beasts hit him like a wall. I do not miss these at all. He felt the desire to both tear peoples throats out and flee at the same time. Internally he made a mental note, to some day learn the power that let him mask his beast.

    He made his way down the steps, giving Jacque a polite yet respectful nod. His eyes scan the room, looking for people he has previously interacted with. Spotting Helen he gives her a respectful nod also... followed by a friendly wave.
    William Walker
    Active Powers: None

  8. #7
    Conner Wells's Avatar
    Blood & Faith
    Presence
    (Earnest)
    Allies
    (Academia)
    Obfuscate
    (Mask of Tranquility)
    Eidectic Memory
    Conner Wells
    PRP Stats

    HP: 0/7 [7 Bash]
    WP: 0/2
    Vitae: 2/6

    Equipment: Reinforced Jacket, Broadsword, Messenger Bag (flashlight, pen, notepad, binoculars, duct tape), Phone, Wallet ($50 cash)
    Combat Stats

    Def: 3 (Dex; Tonfa +1)
    Armor: 1/0 (Reinforced Clothing)
    Initiative: 4
    Speed: 9

    (Blush)Vitae 1 Spent
    2
    PRE

    It has already been a long night, and Conner is noticeably more 'alive' than usual. There's a subtle air of unease at the first steps of Elysium beyond the usual agitation of his predator's soul. But as he adjusts his Covenant ring on his finger and whispers a silent prayer in his mind he steps down all the same.

    Deep bows of respect are given to Priscus Hazelton and Seneschal Jacque as he spots the two. Strange how time has shaped his opinions of the formerly distant Court officials. The others there receive nods of acknowledgement. Names and faces he recognizes: Simone Perez from several months ago; Helen and...William, the new Ventrue. I wonder how Milton's handling all these new cats to herd? Conner moves through the crowd dressed in spring colors: greens and blues offset by the red Lancea logo ring on his right hand. Eventually he settles on drifting towards Helen, having grown more comfortable with the snarky Haunt over the past few months.

    "Ms. Kingsley, how have your nights been?"
    ​There's a bit of friendly concern amongst the general greeting. He hasn't seem Bellemy in a while, and he could see how close the two of them had been.

  9. #8
    Albert Baker's Avatar
    Status
    (Acknowledged)
    Albert Baker

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    PRE

    Once again it was time to have a gathering of the Domain and thusly Al once again ventured to the Nox Populi. After the usual trip to the wardrobe he entered the main room taking both a moment to focus and a few steps back as the effects of those present crashed against him like waves against a rock, overwhelming him for a few moments. When passing the door to the main room again he appeared dressed in a light grey three-piece-suit with his usual striped tie. New however were that he wore his amulet and had attached the pin Jennifer had given him.

    Making his way through the room he greeted the present people with bows for Jacque and Jennifer and nods for the more evenly ranked. While traversing, he thought about who he might have a talk with, then he spotted the man he had wanted to speak to during the last session and approached William.

    "Good evening to you, sir."

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    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, 
     
     

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    4
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    They needed another themed Court, Ale thinks, selecting a dress for the night. Something to talk with Jacque about, the last had been quite enjoyable.

    The dress for the night was one of multiple fabrics and had a deconstructed look to it. When she saw it, it looked like fun to wear, so here they were. Taking chances with fashion, color and style of dress had been an…experience. But when one has eternity, might as well give it a go.

    Cain was left in her office as Gabriel opened the door for her.

    The sudden rush of weak Beast washes over her as her own Beast snarls with hatred. It demanded the blood and flesh of the weak Beasts before it. But it would not get its desire. Dark eyes take in the room, mental notes taken here and there.

    A nod of respect was offered to Jennifer Hazelton , who was not only a Lady, but Notary and Priscus. She had earned her respect. Then a deeper nod to Jacque , Seneschal, Speaker and Priscus. Another that had earned respect. Smaller nods were offered to the rest.

    Noticing Helen near the piano reminded her that she had yet to play for the Court. It was why she got it after all, to brush up on her skills and play once again.

    For now, she was content to stand and observe.
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

  12. #10
    Twist's Avatar
    Presence
    (Seductive)
    Striking Looks
    (Delicate)
    Mask of Tranquility
    Kalos Hamilton (Ghoul)
    New Identity (Myah Torsione)
    Twist
    Kalos Hamilton (Ghoul)

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    4
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    The rustle of tulle was a soft sound in the hallway. And it was the only sound to announce Twist's approach.


    Pausing at the entrance to Court proper she ignored the coat check. Her focus was what lay in front of her. A storm of beasts that she could feel already, her own snarling in the cage she held it in. But what else?


    She couldn't be sure.


    And that was ... not new of course. But it was different. After so many nights. Weeks. Months. Years of the same.


    And in the name of the Goddess, she honestly didn't know how she felt about it.


    Well. Standing outside wouldn't answer any of the questions.


    Clamping down on her beast she entered, looking immediately for those of note. Though from the reaction of her beast, it was really just the one at first.


    There. Alessandra . Dropping into a graceful curtsy, the black of her dress moving with her pleasingly, she held the curtsy for a long moment before rising. Jacque was harder to spot in that her beast didn't signal him out, but still she found him quickly. To him as well she offered a curtsy, though held for not nearly the length of time she had for the Prince.


    And then Jennifer Hazelton . No curtsy, but a deep nod to the Lady Notary and Priscus of the Nosferatu.


    Court respects paid, Twist moved deeper into court.
    Counterfeiting Life (Blush) in Public Scenes

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