Dive into Occult and Research

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer tilted her head as she considered. "Bron or Melisidae? Do we know anything about those bloodlines or thier Clan Gifts? I have never knowleingly met one. I know only rumor and speculation passed from my Sire, Joshua.
Yes, Ms. Grey. You can keep the journal - under lock and key in some place safe from Breaches of the Masquerade. If my journal somehow created instability, I would be displeased."
A somber statement.

"The sacrifices were set up at the Crone Farm. That was its own kettle of fish."
A look towards the Reeve.
"Are there already ghouls or employees in place looking or listening for things such as these?" An inquiry on what the Reeve has put into place.
"I could spend some effort redirecting some of my orchestra."

[Seryna]

Skip ST marble until rolls are made

[Benedikta Grey]

Benny nodded as Jennifer made the position of her allowing the Mekhet to borrow the journal quite clear.

"Of course, Seneschal," she said, "I will watch over it diligently and return it when I believe I've gleaned all I can from it."

As for the Bron and Melissidae, Benny once more turned to her own notations, her nimble fingers quietly turning pages.

"I think I have something here..." she said, her voice quiet as she perused.

1 success

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-08-06 18:17:50	Benedikta Grey rolls 7 to Bron/Melissidae Disciplines Int+Occult-Difficulty (10 Again, WillPower)	5, 7, 5, 8, 2, 6, 1	1 success

[Helen Kingsley]

"No, because that is pretty far forward and the fun question is how probable another incursion is. I mean, we're pretty stretched thin as is, so I ain't too sure the waterways are a primary problem." Also, how long does she know about that particular stuff ? She shrugs. "Maybe the inhabitants of the crone farm were just the wrong brand of pagan or heathen ? It's not like they're a unified or reglemented faith, really.

Point is, how secure do we want to be from another incursion like that and do we have resources we don't need for other things that we can use. When you say you could redirect, would you say what they're currently doing is less important than covering the waterways ?"

[Seryna]

Benedikta Grey can recall one of the Disciplines of Bron or Melisande Bloodline.

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer gives a short nod to Benny. "Understood, Benny." It takes a moment to warm up to the informal address. Yet, it was important to meet Kindred where they felt comfortable.
"I am very interested in your observation." Jennifer says quietly.

"Reeve, that is an important aspect to consider. At the moment, I am listening to News Media and have meetings with the homeless to hear what is going on in the streets. The orchestra could be moved, yet I might miss something on the street level. It depends on if there is a bigger threat to consider. At the moment, I have no evidence that an incursion is likely."

In front of Benny, Jennifer carefully adheres to proper address. If Benny was aware of proper expectations from a member of the Invictus, Jennifer did not want to imply that she did not respect Helen.


"It is good to have this ability to talk with one another. Would you be interested in having talks on other occult subjects in the future? Would you be comfortable if Whip Dominguez were to be invited, if he chooses to attend if there is another meeting?" She took a minute to check in with Helen and Benny.

[Benedikta Grey]

There is a nod from Benny as the Seneschal speaks, though the gaze upon her own materials making it clear that the Mekhet is fully engrossed in their studies and likely not wholly attentive to the conversation around her. Nonetheless, while she does not pick up on the Seneschal's discomfort, she does hear her words.

"For sure..." she offers, half-absent as her fingers deftly sift through a few volumes. After a few minutes though, the expression of the Shadow shifts of apparent hyperfocus to a more relaxed demeanor. "Here it is. The Bron."

Her fingers have landed halfway through one of her handwritten dossiers, resting at the beginning of a number of pages detailing her findings on the Bron bloodline, namely their historical origin, their Bloodline Weakness, and details on their unique Discipline, Crochan.

"Granted, the Bron seem to originate from Britain, so many older members are of Celtic or Anglo-Saxon origin so the bloodline is not itself Nordic. That said, these nights their number can be quite diverse and the Bron definitely have plausible reasoning for presenting themselves as invaders," the Shadow said, "The members of the Bloodline are unable to establish Domains of their own. Its as if the land, the inhabiting Kine, and other aspects of a Domain work actively against them. An enterprising Bron could use the guise of another Bloodline to misdirect investigation while the poach the Domains of others. Protean though... I don't recall that Discipline among them. However, there is another Discipline that might serve as an identifier of sorts..."

Looking to the Seneschal.

"I'm curious about reports on the conflict with the invaders, Lady Seneschal," Benny said, "Did they seem abnormally effective in healing via their Vitae? The Bron possess a Discipline known as Crochan which can accomplish this. Their ability to do so far outstrips that of other Kindred. They can even regrow limbs and, in a way, curse the ability of other Kindred to heal themselves."

Her thoughts provided the Shadow smiled.

"Sure! I'd be down to chat again, I'm always looking to learn and if this helps out the Domain that's all the more reason for me to sharpen up this skillset," Benny answered, "And, yeah, I don't mind if Whip Dominguez joins us. His insight could be useful given his covenant."

Attempt to recall additional information on Rotgrafen BL has failed, result below

failure

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-08-13 02:07:22	Benedikta Grey rolls 4 to More Rotgrafen Info. Intelligence+Occult-Difficulty (10 Again)	3, 1, 3, 3	failure

[Helen Kingsley]

"It sounds like something that should be regularly checked, then."

Not that they get caught off-guard by something like that. That's got the bad habit of making a lot of folks look stupid.

"Sure, having him along might give some perspective on things. I wouldn't mind at all."

[Seryna]

The Kindred continue to speak on occult matters.

[Jennifer Hazelton]

“It has been some time since the conflict, Benny. I shall gather reports and make a study on them with what I now know. Your information on these Bloodlines is very helpful in that regard.
I agree, Reeve. It is something that should be checked." A nod to the Reeve.
"I shall invite Whip Dominguez to the gathering."

I propose that we meet here to continue this discussion at the same time in October. Specifically, October 4^th.
This gives each of us time to pursue our investigation and interests. Then come together to share what we have discovered. If there is someone that you would like to invite, then please feel free to invite a friend to the Occult discussion. Benny, please bring by my journal as soon as you have finished with reading it.
I have a personal interest in Bloodlines and occult Gifts of that nature and shall investigate that avenue. Thank you for coming this evening.”