Los Angeles: Blood Moon - ❌💀⭐ch6-the-court

Day 6 Location: Theatre Players: @Camarilla ST:@!Your Hyennaes Previous scenes: [mark your own please]

Being the first of the PCs to arrive was Alex. Dressed in a mix of clothes that mixed yuppy and academia, Alex looked a lot more... Grungier then usual. He didn't look as handsome as he usually did but it was easy to tell it was him. Straightening out his sweater and fixed his glasses as he waited to see who else would come by. He also is carrying some flowers for someone.

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Being the first of the PCs to arrive was Alex. Dressed in a mix of clothes that mixed yuppy and academia, Alex looked a lot more... Grungier then usual. He didn't look as handsome as he usually did but it was easy to tell it was him. Straightening out his sweater and fixed his glasses as he waited to see who else would come by. He also is carrying some flowers for someone.

@Alex Kennedy App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health] (@Alex/Sofie /Stefan) - [jump Also Bauer came in, wearing some black blazer and other stuff. He was also wearing sunglasses. Well, his grumpy face is present

Dylan has spent the last three nights coordinating his 5000 dollar suit, to match his rented Lamborghini, hair, shoes, even a new watch. Every aspect has been fretted over and the time spent shows. He is immaculate, in a modern green tailored suit with gold accents. App:2 merit- bruiser

Some more Kindred showed as well. As far as it could be noticed there were no Anarchs in the room. Primogen tremere was one of the first to show together with Valerie.

Dylan will mingle, he doesnt really know anyone in the city, but you wouldnt guess it from the swagger and the way he interacts with people. A astute person might notice him mouthing names to himself as he walks away, a mimetic trick to lock down names and faces. (edited)

Alex Kennedy [App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health]

Being the first of the PCs to arrive was Alex. Dressed in a mix of clothes that mixed yuppy and academia, Alex looked a lot more... Grungier then usual. He didn't look as handsome as he usually did but it was easy to tell it was him. Straightening out his sweater and fixed his glasses as he waited to see who else would come by. He also is carrying some flowers for someone.

"Got a hot date buddy?" Dylan will indicate the flowers as he notices them, giving alex a less than complimentary look up and down.

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Rox showed up not that soon as expected, probably one of the last, but, ooup, nope, seemed not a lot of kindred yet. Sрe was dressed more official: all in black, leather jacket and pants, shoes more of a men style, but on the heels. Hair were put together accurately but not too official. More of a free artist informal style. She nodded to Primogen and looked over. It seemed she knew that huge brujah guy of a european looks.

@!Your Hyennaes - jump Huge brujah didnt noticed her. He was just..there

"Got a hot date buddy?" Dylan will indicate the flowers as he notices them, giving alex a less than complimentary look up and down.

@David as Dylan Sean - jump What you assume to be a human just smiles as he watches Roxanne walk in. Waving Rox over, Alex just replies in that smooth baratone voice of his "Yeah I guess you can say I do."

What you assume to be a human just smiles as he watches Roxanne walk in. Waving Rox over, Alex just replies in that smooth baratone voice of his "Yeah I guess you can say I do."

@Alex Kennedy App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health] (@Alex/Sofie /Stefan) - [jump Well, Bauer notcied his pal Alex, coming to him.

Alex Kennedy [App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health]

"Got a hot date buddy?" Dylan will indicate the flowers as he notices them, giving alex a less than complimentary look up and down.

@David as Dylan Sean - jump What you assume to be a human just smiles as he watches Roxanne walk in. Waving Rox over, Alex just replies in that smooth baratone voice of his "Yeah I guess you can say I do."

Dylan follows his gaze. "Yeah? Shes the kind of girl thats into flowers? Where's the chocolate?" He will offer a hand. "Dylan.. kind of new on the scene...."

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Dylan follows his gaze. "Yeah? Shes the kind of girl thats into flowers? Where's the chocolate?" He will offer a hand. "Dylan.. kind of new on the scene...."

@David as Dylan Sean - jump "Hey she dared me to do this." offering his hand he shook it. The charismatic tremere's grip was strong and was very human. "Alex. Welcome to the club."

Alex Kennedy [App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health]

Dylan follows his gaze. "Yeah? Shes the kind of girl thats into flowers? Where's the chocolate?" He will offer a hand. "Dylan.. kind of new on the scene...."

@David as Dylan Sean - jump "Hey she dared me to do this." offering his hand he shook it. The charismatic tremere's grip was strong and was very human. "Alex. Welcome to the club."

With a chuckle Dylan will match Alex's grip. "Some challenges are worth the trouble eh?" He will return his gaze to the young lady. "Im in finance, and.. uh entertainment. Yourself?"

@David as Dylan Sean - jump "I used to run a Night Club in Chicago back in the 80s and 90s... Then the Lupine War happens in '92 and now I'm here. Before my promotion I was an industrialist like my parents and I dabbled in finance."

Alex Kennedy [App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health]

With a chuckle Dylan will match Alex's grip. "Some challenges are worth the trouble eh?" He will return his gaze to the young lady. "Im in finance, and.. uh entertainment. Yourself?"

@David as Dylan Sean - jump "I used to run a Night Club in Chicago back in the 80s and 90s... Then the Lupine War happens in '92 and now I'm here. Before my promotion I was an industrialist like my parents and I dabbled in finance."

"Excellent, ive made a few dollars on the stock market, tech speculation, got a few lucrative tips." He will hook his thumbs in his pants pockets. "I now have the freedom to do a little dabbling in anything i choose, so i run a fight ring for fun and profit. Theres something noble in the purity of strength and application of prowess." His voice betrays how much he loves this philosophy.

A silhouette claded in a black coat entered the theater wearing a mask and stopping at the entrance, seemingly lost in his thoughts. He looked at the small group forming, and directed his steps somewhere else, to the small group of Tremere.

"Excellent, ive made a few dollars on the stock market, tech speculation, got a few lucrative tips." He will hook his thumbs in his pants pockets. "I now have the freedom to do a little dabbling in anything i choose, so i run a fight ring for fun and profit. Theres something noble in the purity of strength and application of prowess." His voice betrays how much he loves this philosophy.

@David as Dylan Sean - jump "Exactly. I love the freedom that this life gives. Maybe I can help out with your fight ring gig." looking to Alexander, Alex gave a wave to him.

Alexander slowed down a bit while walking, and nodded quicly at him before continuing his course.

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Alexander spoke to his fellow Tremere for a little while.

"Anyways Dylan it was nice meeting you but I need to say hi to some of my friends... See you when we get inside." As Alex walked away he approatched Roxanne and offered her the roses. "It's so nice to see you again."

Alex Kennedy [App 4, Deceptive Aura, Blush of Health]

"Anyways Dylan it was nice meeting you but I need to say hi to some of my friends... See you when we get inside." As Alex walked away he approatched Roxanne and offered her the roses. "It's so nice to see you again."

Dylan will nod. "Yes, i look forward to having a chance to show you one of my exhibitions... until next time." he will produce a business card 'Dylan Sean Investment Strategies' with all of the pertinent numbers.

- Aww it is so nice of you! - Rox grinned coming closer and giving Alex a light kiss to the cheek. - Who are your friends?

Dylan will give Agnes a winning smile. "I was disappointed, i had hoped the flowers were for me, but alas he just lost a bet... or maybe won one" he will say with a chuckle and wink.

- Aww it is so nice of you! - Rox grinned coming closer and giving Alex a light kiss to the cheek. - Who are your friends?

@!Your Hyennaes - jump Returning the light kiss to Roxanne he explained. "That's a friend I just met Dylan and right there." He points to the Gangrel ( @Frederick Bauer ). "That is Fredrick, my Gangrel friend. I also know Alexander my Tremere buddy is talking with his sire."

(Brujah friend*)

- Well, Nice to meet you. Roxanne Shepherd. Haven't seen you here before, mister Sean. She nodded to everyone but didn't offer the hand. Made a short snort of roses with a smirk and narrowed her eyes looking over the flowers.

The roses had one of those cheesy little notes that only a bloodbonded idiot would write.

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Nods "Yes i'm new on the scene, i was only recently released from the accounting. My sire was owed a favor.." he motions to himself " I've lived in LA all my life.." (edited)

That made Rox think he is new to the Vampire world... probably. - So what are your plans now? Just looking around or you have deeds to complete? (edited)

He will smile "Networking, can't destroy people unless you know people. So here we are, my sire failed to give me much more than the basics."

- That sucks... What happened to your Sire? She was direct as fuck, but today's flowers just guaranteed her a good mood. For now.

Alex stood near Roxanne as he let her talk with Dylan. He just watches and chills out near Rox.

"Went back to Vegas, left me to get a finger in a new pie. He said he just needed a pack of smokes" He will grin wryly

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- Vegas?! I heard it is flooded with Sabbat... - She suddenly got silent and thought she might have told something... inappropriate.

@David as Dylan Sean

"I thought it was flooded by Giovanni?" He looked at Rox in confusion.

"Like i said, hes a very busy fellow. Schlomo Rothstein is definitly a very vegas issue..." He will look to alwx in reply

"- Was... Maybe Is... Anyway, - she raised her voice a bit, - I don't want to talk about the Sabbat bastards.

"Oh? I was right~" he gave a smug look to Roxanne. "Anyways should we go sit down somewhere instead of standing around?"

- Sure, - She looked around, - actually this place seems to be chosen because one can not normally talk to everyone and just stare at the scene, huh. Lead the way.

"Mmm that's fair." Walking over he'd sit down and patted a spot next to him for Rox.

She took her way closer and sat on the armrest closer to the red carpet path. - I'll have time to sit, - she tenderly slid her hand over his face.

having a smug look on his face he just asked. "What do you mean by that?" As her hand caressed his chiseled face he nuzzled against it.

- I mean I don't want to sit yet. Will wait till LaCroix shows his ass. Not literally, - she quietly giggled, - but who knows, - anything can be expected.

"Ah, yeah these court events can be a bit wild sometimes." He giggled back.

The man in the mask walked toward Kennedy, a little bit hunched. "Kennedy, it is nice to see you." He said in a distant voice, a little tired. He then turned to Roxanne, nodding a little. "Montferrier, of the Clan Tremere."

Dylan shifts uncomfortably at the mention of clan tremere, but gives the new comer a pleasant smile. "Yes the venue here is.. more suited to being talked to, than to holding a conversation. I wonder what nostalgia the place holds for the prince to use the old place?"

Getting up, Alex offered his hand as to shake Alex's as he said. "There's my 'twin'. It's been a while how have you been?" Alex then looked to Dylan in smiled. "What, do you not like Tremere? Because I am one."

"I've been... On the hunt. Nearly got there. I'll tell you later, with more discrete ears." The masked man turned toward Dylan, silent, giving off an expression of judgment.

"Same here. I've been too busy for my own good."

Dylan doesnt even acknowledge the jibe. "Dylan Sean, finance and.. adventure entertainment." He will say as he offers a hand to Montferrier.

- Well, - she took a look at Alexander, - I guess tremere would have less of the 'reputation' of they haven't wore masks, - she snorted chuckling, - no offence but it does create one. Why do you need that?

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- Maybe it's just not that sad if it gets burned, - she replied to Dylan.

"Oh and Alex, meet Roxanne. She's an absolutely lovely Brujah."

He shook the hand of Dylan before turning to Roxanne. "I'm just sad looking." He turned his mask to Alex, then to her. "Fuck."

"What do you mean by fuck? What's chewing you up?"

"Just stating a fact, ain't it ?" His voice got more tired. "I'll greet Herr Bauer there, I'll talk to you later, Alex." He nodded to the two other vampires, before leaving to see Bauer if no one stopped him.

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Alex just gave Rox a smug look as he just says. "Yeah... I guess you can say it's a fact."

Dylan starts to ask then reconsiders. Instead he turns back to Alex. "So what keeps you entertaoned these nights then?"

"Hanging out with kindred and watching movies."

Arriving near Bauer, he greeted him with a nod. "Hello there, Herr Bauer. Your recent nights have gone well?"

Roxanne rolled her eyes. Not the type of stuff she like to discuss. Especially at Elysium. She looked around. Not much Kindred. Last time Nosferatu skipped the gathering, will it be the same this time? Humm...

Arriving near Bauer, he greeted him with a nod. "Hello there, Herr Bauer. Your recent nights have gone well?"

@Alexander Montferrier (@Slinar [Alexander Montferrier]) - jump Well, he notices Moteferrier "Gutten Abend my friend...yes, they were enjoyable"

- I am pretty sure Prince will give us enough entertainment soon. What do you know about the situation in the city, mister Sean?

"Anarchs, all the way down" he says with a bit if a snear as if anarchs are something you scrape off your shoe.

- Do you know a lot of them? - She was a bit more curious at that point. - You don't know a lot about Cam but more Anarchs?

"I know a few of the Anarchs... I'm friends with some Anarch Toreadors. Though calling them friends would be a bit of a stretch."

Dylan will shake his head. "No, ive not met any. But my sire told me alot about them."

- I guess today they're all not welcome here. Probably because last time LaCroix was shouting it were them who burned the other spots. Do you know anything about that by the way? - She asked both of her mates.

"Actually it was the Sabbat who burnt down the spots, not the anarchs. Evidence being how I and my Nosferatu Buddy went to check out the place that the Anarchs said they tracked the Sabbat down to and I found an freshly risen Shovelhead there... So yeah case close."

"How do you know they were a shovelhead?"

"They were a freshly made and hungry fledgeling that was stuck in the soil."

Rox thought that probably poor guy had a showel print mark. Huh...

"But how do you know the sabbat did it? It couldnt be that a few freshies and the trail being thrown off wouldn't be worth the trouble?" (edited)

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Dylan shrugs "Im sure you had thought of anything as basic as that."

"I know cause I tested his blood. And it came up 12th Gen Toreador Antitribu."

"Yes, very exact." Said with a nod.

"Anyways I gave the Kids to the Anarchs since I didn't want it in my haven and while it would make for good evidence and would've been fun to study... I didn't want it on my hands."

Dylans eyes nearly glaze over at the mention of study. "Thats probably for the best. Who did you give them to?"

"Uh the Toreadors that run the Reflection Club. A nice group of communists."

"They are dead i supose.. " He quips, but clearly he is makeing a mental note.

"Mhm, its their problem now." he gave a wide chesire smile.

Alexander bowed down to tell very low to Bauer. "I’ve got more and more of prey, even her name. Right now, I just need to even out the detail. Can I always count on your Uber Machtig?"

@Frederick Bauer

Dylan shifts, a touch of boredom in his excuse to seperate from the little group. He will see of he can fond a free primogen or someone else of note.

Alexander bowed down to tell very low to Bauer. "I’ve got more and more of prey, even her name. Right now, I just need to even out the detail. Can I always count on your Uber Machtig?"

@Alexander Montferrier (@Slinar [Alexander Montferrier]) - jump "Ja" he says and smirks. "And who is that prey of yours"

"Sabbat girl, embracing young student. I'll tell you more when I'm sure of my targer."

The sight fell on the man officially dressed, just with no jacket, standing in the deep dark corner. He spinned a cigarette in his fingers. It was obvious he wanted to smoke but could not. Probably for safety. The face of the man was pretty familiar. He was there when Dylan showed up for the first time. His name was Mercurio. Looked like he was not vampire at all but connected to LaCroix. A little part of ventrue clan anyway.

"Sabbat girl, embracing young student. I'll tell you more when I'm sure of my targer."

@Alexander Montferrier (@Slinar [Alexander Montferrier]) - jump "Interesting..well, we can soon hope we will end her pathetic existence"

Dylan puts on a new smile as he swaggers toward Mercucio. "Your Lacroix's man right?" He will ask pointing to the cigarette askingly, putting out a hand to take it. "Im Dylan... its Mercucio right.. like hamlets friend.."

-Ah... Yah. I am. He dropped a surprized look on the gesture but gave ventrue his cigarette. - You need any help?

Dylan puts the cigarette to his mouth and motions to it. "Just needed an excuse to extricate myself from.. the rabble."

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Dylan will just look at him waiting

Mercurio lowered his arms, briefly dangling them awkwardly as the cigarette just left and he didn't know what to do with the fact. - Yes, these gatherings must be... pretty specific. LaCroix will be there soon. Or probably already here. Dylan could see how unnaturally agitated he became when mentioned LaCroix again.

Dylan pats himself and shrugs, as if he forgot a lighter he doesnt own. "Help me out pal." He will motion to the cigarette again

Mercurio look out the gasoline lighter and very carefully moved the fire to the cigarette. The closer to the start - the more anxious he looked. - You're new here, right? - He tried to seem spontaneous.

"I sure am, my sire has been a bit of a roamer." He will barely take a pull off the cigarette and then offer it to Mercucio. "A mans body is his temple, i probably shouldnt smoke the whole thing. Good thing immortality is a great cure for cancer."

That gesture definitely made Mercurio a bit happier. He tried to nervously smile and took the cigarette looking more closely to the lit end. - Yeah. Well, I can not complain, I don't think I am vulnerable to this shit.

"The joys of the blood, i guess. To be honsest, i never smoked even when i could. I never found the escape in drugs that others enjoyed, i prefered adrenaline." He winks slyly "So what do you do for pur prestigious liege?" (edited)

- Uh, actually I do all kind of stuff, - he seemed not sure if he should smoke still or no, still could get into trouble, but the desire won. He made a short puff. - Sometimes just small 'go bring' things, sometimes I have more complicated errands to run. I also can sell some guns to your kind from time to time.

"A man of resourcefulness. Admirable." Dylan will look out on the room casually scanning each person. "So whats the news? I havnt really had the chance to find out much, and ive always known that the people who do things tend to be the ones who actually know whats up.."

The Man thought for a few moments and then lowered his voice. - Well LaCroix still wants to blaim Anarchs for the burnt Elysiums. I don't want to disagree with his decisions, well, I probably even can not. But Who will believe that today when many know it probably was sabbat? Bad news.

Dylan will consider it a moment and nod then point to the cigarette as if asking for a hit. "Thats interesting. Is it just the warlocks word that it was the sabbat?" Dylan will give the mentioned tremere a glance as he says this quietly.

- No, dammit LaCroix will strangle me if he knows I'm talking about it... Anarch's guy knows shit. He was one of those who have seen the recent battle. It is no doubt the bastards are here. Just wondering if it is all that simple as sounds or there's a political shit involved. If the latter - well, shit. He didn't mind if Dylan wanted to take a cigarette so he could do that.

Dylan holds the cigarette to his lips. "Yes, well then. Maybe here isnt the place to chat about things like that." He will grin and offer the smoke back to the ghoul. "Maybe i can buy you lunch some evening?"

He raised hi brows surprisingly. - Yeah. Why not. At the same time another man entered the room. He seemed a bit old-school but well dressed. A sign of anxiousness froze on his face.

As everyone chilled out and went their own ways, Alex continued to hang around Rox before finally sitting down.

Finally there was a moment everyone probably was waiting for a long time. There was some noise heard from out the curtains and a pair of steppes were heard more and more clearly.

The slim figure in grey costume appeared on the stage. Prince stood and a few moments was staring at those gathered.

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Alexandria sat in her seat, with one of her Herd, Vincent, and with David right next to her, looking on in trepidation. (edited)

The Tremere has gone straight toward Alexandria, when he saw her arrive. He sat down near her, shacking before the hand of David. "I have more informations on the perpetuors of the death of your child. Would you participate in the hunt ? Or just spectate it ?" He whispered that to her with a low, cold voice, distant.

Dylan wil motion to Mercucio, and hand him his card before fixing his attention on the stage.

[Appearance 1] Sebastian steps inside, fashionably late as befits an artist. He scowls through a face that is so mutilated that many might well mistake him for a Nosferatu, but his coat and suit are, if old-fashioned, elegant and scrupulously cleaned and ironed. He quietly stands to the side of the door and waits for the Prince to speak. (edited)

Alexander Montferrier

The Tremere has gone straight toward Alexandria, when he saw her arrive. He sat down near her, shacking before the hand of David. "I have more informations on the perpetuors of the death of your child. Would you participate in the hunt ? Or just spectate it ?" He whispered that to her with a low, cold voice, distant.

"Anything to help you, except fighting. I abhor fighting. I prefer to cut streams of income if there are any to be had, but I am grateful for your assistance, Montferrier," Alexandria whispered low, trying to keep the warmth of her voice from sleeping out and happy to know David was acknowledged by him. (edited)

Dylan will make small talk with mercucio as he watches the room, waiting for LaCroix to begin.

The last figure appeared was the lady in a strict costume. Glasses, blond hair carefully put in a hairstyle. Almost everyone could hear about her being an ex baron of Santa Monica, that was not her domain together with the Asylum club.

- Good evening, - LaCroix started his speech as soon as the quiet pause appeared. - I... - and then quietly added like to himself, - Oh I see no nosferatus are here again, hm... Well anyway, - he returned the voice tone, - As you know we still have issues with the anarchs and the burnt Elysiums of ours. I askes some of you to investigate. So I am definitely expecting this to be revised. He walked a bit on the stage, looking closer to every and each one present, - There are several more upsetting news. And I am not going to leave it as it is. The situation must be resolved as soon as possible. First. As we have a bigger toreador clan - the clan of roses need to choose their Primogen. - Second. Unfortunately there are still no news from our dear harpy Elisabeth so taking this into account I wish someone temporary take her duties. As well as I think we need on or two more sheriffs in my Domain to bring things to order. Don't think it is a gesture of a good will, we're in a hard situation here and if we don't want the higher authorities messing with us soon, we need to put stuff together. Any volunteers?

Alex raised his hand and naturally said. "I'd love to volunteer."

Jules looked at Valerie, waiting for a sign of her. As he saw his brother from the clan rise up, he stayed put, looking at him behind his mask.

Alexander could see a very light 'no' gesture from Val .She definitely didn't want her childe to put his head on the chopping block.

@here

He smiled behind his mask, happy to be able to stay in the shadows, once more. He nonetheless looked around, waiting for reactions.

Dylan will clear his throat dramatically and start toward the stage raising his voice. "My dear prince, it truly pierces my heart that your domain is deprived of a worthy place for your esteemed subjects to gather, let alone someone to facilitate the proper transaction of prestation." As he gets to the stage he will bow deeply dropping to one knee eyes lowered to the floor. "My name is Dylan Dean of clan Ventrue, i humbly beg the honor to serve as your and your lovely cities harpy... i own a fine gathering place that i would be honored to allow for gathering in proper security." He will stay there eyes down waiting to be allowed to stand again.. or be refuted. (edited)

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- What are you doing? - She hissed quietly at Alex.

Whispering to her he explained. "Just taking an opportunity to see if I can take a good role."

LaCroix raised a brow when the first hand was in the air. It was a good sign. Then when Dylan stepped on the stage first the ventrue took the sight of discontent, but after his epic gesture he put his palms together in a sign of gladness. With a hand he showed Dylan to stand up. - It is Great offer indeed. Then he looked at Alex. - Mister... Kennedy. What would you like to offer?

Clearing his throat and being as confident as he could, Alex explained. "I wish to take up your deal of becoming sheriff since it's clear the role is needed or I wish to take up the role of Harpy. I am a very charismatic and charming figure that can rival even the most beautiful and socialiable Toreador and with my sway over Dominate I could very easily either use it to start taking control and doing cover ups or using it to make sure that people remember their bonds."

LaCroix frowned a little, made a short glance at Strauss. - Um. Yes, you both are definitely pretty worthy. I was wondering who of you... All of you had any fights behind in the past. Sabbat or Anarchs, any of them.

"I hadn't had a chance to fight any of them since I'm much more social and are more the type of person to sell out his cross sect friends... But I did survive the Chicago-Lupine Wars of '92 by the skin of my fangs."

Dylan will stand and smile waiting to be addressed.

LaCroix listened for all the volunteers. It was obvious as hell that Kennedy was the brilliant position for the Harpy. He was known in the court, he was way social and all, but the second fact was that Prince would still trust his blood more even if the candidate was pretty fresh. - As far as I know Roxanne Shepherd has the rough past, as well as mister... Bauer. So I guess my dear mister Sean would temporary take a role of a Harpy and you, mister Kennedy, as you wished as well, - he pointed that out, - will be the sheriff until we won't need the additional positions. As well as mrs Shepherd. He stopped and told it very quiet under his nose. - At least who of you may form one good sheriff I hope. - Mister Bauer, I would ask you to assist our current new sheriffs too as I am sure they might need a help of such a skilled soldier as yourself. What would you say?

*two of you

"One sheriff to act as the brains and cunning, the other to embody the muscle and strength." He looked to Roxanne with a smile. "I couldn't have asked for a better deal, my liege. Thank you." With that Alex sat back down next to Roxanne with a dumb smirk on his face.

Dylan has to restrain himself from some sort of victory dance, or some other exuberance expression. But his grin is ear to ear and the way his eyes look out on the crowd shows his youth and ambition. "Thank you! My liege, thank you.. i cant express how honored i am for the chance to serve.. you and the city.." he gushes bowing again and again.

Rox shook her head like she could not believe LaCroix want her to do that shit. Well. She could refuse but also to leave Alex all alone in that? No way. That was a stupid move to run after the status, but she will be here to at least try to protect him.

Prince let Sean go to his place with the gesture to the seats. - Well I just hope mister Kennedy has something to share about his research already, do you? - He turned attention to the tremere.

"Why yes yes I do." Standing up he explains "I apologize if this runs against your hypothesis, my liege but after doing some investigation into the destruction of the different Elysiums I have found conclusive evidence that it was the Sabbat who destroyed the Elysiums... but it seems the Anarchs got to the Sabbat first. While most were destroyed all that was left from the raid was ash, dismembered bodyparts and Shovelheaded Fledgelings born from Antitribu Vitae. I would've brought evidence but alas it seems my friend Vincent Iceberry decided not to arrive to vouch for me and I decided to hand the Toreador Antitribu fledgeling I cleaned up and fed human blood to into the arms of the Anarch Toreadors that run the Reflection Club... So that fledgeling is their problem." Crossing his arms he said. "So the Sabbat did it but the Anarchs killed them before we had the chance to... That's the story I've found so far and the evidence I've discovered supported." Alex looked to Frederich @Frederick Bauer and Alex @Slinar [Alexander Montferrier] with a big smile "But if anyone wishes to dispute my claims and have the evidence for it, you are free to bring it up. I am only a person and as a person I jump to conclusions."

"No disputes, but why wouldnt you bring the witnesses in to be questioned by the prince himself?" Dylan will ask standing again. "While im sure your work is above and beyond, it would be comforting to hear these things from the source.. at least in my very humble opinion."

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"Because I didn't want a shovelhead in may haven for too long and I don't think the Prince would've appreciated it if I threw a sabbat fledgeling into his lap."

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"Yes i can see where ruined rugs would be quite the inconvinience, truly. A few free roaming sabbat are hardly a worry with our new sheriff."

Sebastian eyes Dylan thoughtfully. A new Harpy, eh? It might be worth going over to introduce oneself once the public discussion is over. He scowls at hearing that at least one of the Sabbat mauraders who destroyed the last Elysium was of the same blood as him. Goodness knows that one does not choose one's relatives, but still, the idea of one of his noble lineage running with the Sabbat sets his teeth on edge. Have some Kindred no pride? Don't they realise how terribly crude and uncouth the Sabbat is?!

- Mister Sean, I am very sure Alex knows what he's doing, - she was there hoping that Alex really did that for and kind of a purpose.

At the same time Sebastian heard a women voice from the side. - Mister Grey? Will you be able to discuss and business a bit later today. I maybe have a good thing for you to offer.

The vampire whispered to Alexandria. "Did you got any intel from David ?"

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At the same time Sebastian heard a women voice from the side. - Mister Grey? Will you be able to discuss and business a bit later today. I maybe have a good thing for you to offer.

Sebastian turns his head very slightly, just enough to try to catch the speaker in the corner of his eye. "I fear you have me at a disadvantage, Madame...?" he mumbles.

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- Therese Voermann, - she introduced herself, - I thought you know me. Santa Monica domain, Mister Grey.

Alexander Montferrier

The vampire whispered to Alexandria. "Did you got any intel from David ?"

"Well, the girl's name is Megan Clark. And her father runs several big research labs in genetics."

- Yeah. She's also in cheerleader team. But last couple of days she acted weirdly. The guy was staring to Alexander's face.

Alexander looked at David through the mask. "Nothing I do not know sadly. Have you ever been to her place for a party?" he whispered still.

Dylan will wait to see if his barbs hit the appopriate places with the appropriate peoplrle. (edited)

- Well, I know where it was, but I was never invited, - he added quietly.

- Miss Straussborg. A few worlds please...

"Of course, my Prince," Alexandria gracefully stood, bowing slightly and doing her best to maintain a dazzling smile as she regarded him.

((what does she do with David?))

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- Therese Voermann, - she introduced herself, - I thought you know me. Santa Monica domain, Mister Grey.

Sebastian manages as much of a smile as the scarring around his mouth allows. "My apologies, Ms. Voerman, I have been rather remiss in honouring my social obligations. Please allow me to make a first step towards rectifying that by accepting your invitation for later."

Dylan will deflate a little, as the prince goes to talk with the lady. He will glance around again and step back over to Mercucio. "Do you have duties after this?"

Alexandria beckoned David, and put him in front of her.

- That will depend on the Prince's mood. Why? You want to talk after? He made a short glance at LaCroix.

- And who is that? - Sebastian asked, frowning at the fledgling. He was definitely surprized that Toreador have decided to take cover.

Dylan nods. "I would love to take you up on that breakfast, i think i saw a diner near here."

Prince LaCroix

- And who is that? - Sebastian asked, frowning at the fledgling. He was definitely surprized that Toreador have decided to take cover.

Next, she stood with him, grasping his hand gently yet firm: resolute in what she was about to say. "This is my Childe, David Willis. He was killed by a Sabbat under the name of Megan Clark without any regard to his life or the effect these actions would have upon the rest of the Kine at the university. I found him at the old train station about to lose his life, when I decided to bring him into our community, and to give him a chance because his life was cut far too short to be discarded as fodder for the Sabbat's reckless appetites," She kept her composure, maintaining her dimples and smile. "I chose to bring him here, and to be honest and truthful, in order to make amends and bring him into our community in order to guide him in the proper ways, the Traditions," Her eyes lit up with the fire of her passions. "He deserves our abilities as his collective community, to help him excel where he was left to die. I implore you, with a great humility, in order to grant David a second chance with us guiding him as Virgil did with Dante." (edited)

Mercurio nodded. - Sure. You can message me the address and I'll catch up when all this is over, - he pointed over the Court, - or wait for me. Somewhere here. I feel it will not take long.... Or not? - He shrouded looking at what was going on. @David as Dylan Sean Therese smiled with the typical official smile and nodded. - Of course. The sooner - the better. You will find me in the Asylum club in Santa Monica. Just ask the personnel. @Sebastian Grey

@Anue/Alexandria

"I can wait. I cant miss court.. i recently earned a bit of a title. Its important i dont miss anything." Dylan will say leaneing agaisnt the wall near Mercucio

LaCroix raised his voice. - What?! I am not a Noah to catch all the leaving dead creatures from all around the city! What were you thinking!? I was counting on you miss Straussborg as on reliable sane person. Please don't make me think I was wrong, - he made a pause and got a bit more calm. - He has two days to prove himself useful. Otherwise you two will enjoy the tan. Am I clear?!

- Well yeah, - he smirked, - congratulations on that, chief!

@David as Dylan Sean

Dylan will beam with pride. "Yeah, it will give me a good hand up over alot of these folk."

- So what are the closest plans, partner? - she still seemed not really excited about the new assignment.

Watching the prince blow up on Alexandria with a big smile on his face, Alex turned to look at Roxanne as he whispered. "I was thinking of either talking with my friends or going home with you so we can celebrate and plan. Then tomorrow we can get to work organizing and getting stuff done."

- Why not both? I mean... Not talk first and then decide...

After the Prince's tirade David trembled with all his body and grabbing Alexandria rapidly hid behind her back. He was obviously terrified.

"That sounds good with me." He offered a smile to her. "Wait by both do you mean which one." The poor Himbo got confused.

Rox rolled her eyes. - Yeah right I needed to make it more clear. Just you and me. Comprende?

Alex nodded "Conprende."

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Mercurio nodded. - Sure. You can message me the address and I'll catch up when all this is over, - he pointed over the Court, - or wait for me. Somewhere here. I feel it will not take long.... Or not? - He shrouded looking at what was going on. @David as Dylan Sean Therese smiled with the typical official smile and nodded. - Of course. The sooner - the better. You will find me in the Asylum club in Santa Monica. Just ask the personnel. @Sebastian Grey

Sebastian makes a slight bow. "I will look forward to it with great anticipation. Until later, then, madame." He heads over towards Dylan Sean to pay his respects to the new Harpy. @David as Dylan Sean

Sebastian Grey

Sebastian makes a slight bow. "I will look forward to it with great anticipation. Until later, then, madame." He heads over towards Dylan Sean to pay his respects to the new Harpy. @David as Dylan Sean

Dylan looks away from the ghoul a moment as Sebastion approaches. He will put on a friendly smile, running a hand over his beard to make sure its in perfect shape.

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Dylan looks away from the ghoul a moment as Sebastion approaches. He will put on a friendly smile, running a hand over his beard to make sure its in perfect shape.

"Mr. Sean." Sebastian extends a slender-fingered hand. "I don't believe we've been introduced. I am Sebastian Grey, of the Toreador. I just wanted to congratulate you on your new position. Being able to enjoy a healthy social scene is vital for the soul, wouldn't you agree?"

Sebastian Grey

"Mr. Sean." Sebastian extends a slender-fingered hand. "I don't believe we've been introduced. I am Sebastian Grey, of the Toreador. I just wanted to congratulate you on your new position. Being able to enjoy a healthy social scene is vital for the soul, wouldn't you agree?"

Dylan just about preens, beaming at the recognition of his new title. "Absolutly Mr Grey, it seems that Hollywood could use some class." He will give a disdainful glance around the old theater as he says this. "What is your buisness Mr Grey? Hollywood is a mecca for film industry folk."

The masked Tremere rose up, looking at David and his Sire. "I have a way of proving yourself, and David to the court. You just need to lead me where Megan lives, David." He layed his hand on David's shoulder, pressing it.

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"We are humbled by your assistance, Montferrier and we would be more than happy to accept it. I will be obliged to owe you a Boon on my life. One life for another." (edited)

He looked at her, quiet. "I'll remember that."

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Dylan just about preens, beaming at the recognition of his new title. "Absolutly Mr Grey, it seems that Hollywood could use some class." He will give a disdainful glance around the old theater as he says this. "What is your buisness Mr Grey? Hollywood is a mecca for film industry folk."

Sebastian gives of a dry chuckle. "So it is, though I am rather more old-fashioned in my craft. No, I'm a painter - for all the advances of digital graphics, I have aways felt that there is still something quite inimitable in working with oil and brush and canvas. Perhaps you might do me the honour of letting me paint your portrait sometime? As a gift, naturally - the honour of your patronage would be quite payment enough." (edited)

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Sebastian gives of a dry chuckle. "So it is, though I am rather more old-fashioned in my craft. No, I'm a painter - for all the advances of digital graphics, I have aways felt that there is still something quite inimitable in working with oil and brush and canvas. Perhaps you might do me the honour of letting me paint your portrait sometime? As a gift, naturally - the honour of your patronage would be quite payment enough." (edited)

If he was preening before hes down right swollen at the thought of a real painting of himself. "Yes.. yes.. i would be honored to have someone of your clear talent make a painting."

The door opens and two figures come in. One takes off his hood and reveals a nasty face which unmistakably belongs to one of the Nosferatu - Ermmm, good evening, fellow Kindred

Luca followed closely behind Vincent. "Hello."

- We are a bit late, it seems. Can you share any important info if you had discussed any? (edited)

"There you are! Yes I was just talking about our findings and sharing it with the prince.*

- Hello, my friend, Alex. An honest smile terrified all around with sharp teeth What's happened to that shovelhead ? Did you make him your test subject? -Yes, my Prince, I can confirm what Alex had said.

"Made a rash decision and let the Anarch Toreadors of the Reflection Club take care of him. If anything bad happens then the vitaes not on my hands."

- Well, that's great, less headache for all of us. Hope we can trace these Sabbat maggots. Yeah, tell me more, you probably slaughtered him or brought to Strauss. I can find people by their IP-address. Can they do the same with the blood? Their oldman seems like he can - Huh, I see a new face. Hey, @Anue/Alexandria who is this boy hiding behind you? (edited)

Vincent ICEberry

- Well, that's great, less headache for all of us. Hope we can trace these Sabbat maggots. Yeah, tell me more, you probably slaughtered him or brought to Strauss. I can find people by their IP-address. Can they do the same with the blood? Their oldman seems like he can - Huh, I see a new face. Hey, @Anue/Alexandria who is this boy hiding behind you? (edited)

"This is David, I'm his Sire, Alexandria, it is a pleasure," Without skipping a beat, she put her hand out to shake his, a winning smile on her face.

Vincent looks straight into her face, searching for the smallest hints of displeasure or disgust

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@Anue/Alexandria (does he see them? 2 successes in perception roll)

Alexander turned to Vincent, not saying a word, just fixing him behind his mask.

Vincent ICEberry

Vincent looks straight into her face, searching for the smallest hints of displeasure or disgust

Alexandria found no pleasure in judging others by appearance alone, it was their character she found beautiful. Determined, she followed through with shaking his hand, "Your name, mister--?"

@Anue/Alexandria Amazed at such composure in the face of Nosferatu, he thinks for a second to kiss the hand, but then remembers about his teeth and shakes hands instead - Vincent. Nice to meet you. Who the hell is that guy in the mask... Hope he doesn't wear it in public, it's a very noticeable distinctive feature... I even know what to present him, lmao

Vincent ICEberry

@Anue/Alexandria Amazed at such composure in the face of Nosferatu, he thinks for a second to kiss the hand, but then remembers about his teeth and shakes hands instead - Vincent. Nice to meet you. Who the hell is that guy in the mask... Hope he doesn't wear it in public, it's a very noticeable distinctive feature... I even know what to present him, lmao

She nodded, looking into his eyes, her dazzling smile alighting them, "The pleasure is all mine, Vincent. I would like to introduce you to Montferrier, he will be assisting with the investigation into the Sabbat involvement with David's death."

"The name is Montferrier, indeed. Any clues you didn’t share yet?" He talked to him in a cold voice, distant, but handed to him his hand. They were calloused, visibly used to manual practice.

Vincent shook the hand as well - Uhhhhhh... Well, in the factory, where we picked up the poor newbie... There were... Tubes of flesh... Never seen that before. Gives creeps... I remember there were traces of fire and explosions... Like, someone's been using a flamethrower and grenades... And... Yes! A card from a local cleaning company! Completely forgot about it after this mess with Luca... Vincent scratches the head, looking at the card but then, as if something was grabbing his attention, turned to Alexander again Hey, man, this mask is kinda... You stand out in it, too noticeable. It's dangerous to go ~~alone~~ like that, take this! Friendly smiling Vincent holds a white face mask with black moustache, reddish cheeks. Someone can recognize the mask of Guy Fawkes (edited)

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He looked at Vincent, silent before having a repressed laugh. Taking the mask, he waved a hand at him. "I use this mask to be able to not be recognised when I put it off. But that… That’s a nice attention, it’ll maybe be of use. Take my number in exchange. And don’t hesitate if you have occult problems or more intel on the sabbat." He grabbed a pencil and his notebook from his satchel and gave him a piece of paper, number written on it. "You think you could investigate this local cleaning company ? You seem more than capable."

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If he was preening before hes down right swollen at the thought of a real painting of himself. "Yes.. yes.. i would be honored to have someone of your clear talent make a painting."

"Excellent." Sebastian smiles his excuse of a smile, scar tissue straining around his mouth. "Then here, take my card." He fishes a card out of suit pocket and hands it to Dylan. "Text me with the time it would be convenient for you to come to my studio to let me take some pictures and make a preliminary sketch, nothing that will take up too much of your time, I assure you. I prefer old-fashioned methods for the art itself, but the traditional method of having the subject forced to sit for hours to let the artist paint him from life... well, that one I am happy to dispense with in favour of some modern efficiency."

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VIncent looks around relaxed. He has just been endorsed for his deeds, made a friend with two Tremeres (well, at least not an enemy) and a beautiful Toreador. So far so good. Then he notices a beautiful blonde woman with glasses. She radiates cold and doesn't look at Vincent at all -Zamn, must be that chick from the Asylum. Shame she and her sister are in a quarrel and don't come together. Janette is hella hot. But this one's pretty too. In her own, strict way of course. The glasses make her look just like a school teacher - - Yeah, I could do that. Would be glad if someone accompanied me. You know, fighting isn't my cup of blood. Thanks for the number by the way, don't know a damn thing about the occult shi.... Things. Ehm. So that being said, do you know about those flesh tubes? Even an explosion can't cover walls with meat so much... @Slinar [Alexander Montferrier]

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He clicked his tong, before extending his left fingers and beginning to crack them with his knuckle. "Fleshcraft. They were creating a monster, more damned than you." He whispered to himself.

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"Maybe even more than me, eh."

- A monster? Damn. Do you think they.... Managed to finish making it? Anyway they must be stopped

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"If you’ve seen tubes all around the place, I think they were… interrupted. It is dead surely. I’ll go there later to take some samples… For the help you need, you can call me when needed. Or maybe ask mister Bauer, here. Pretty dangerous fellow, it’s… a pleasure to have him to get your back."

- Is he your clanmate? Well, some help in case things go nuts will be really helpful

"… How.. But no, he is from another clan." Pointing at the soldier in the distance, he leaned toward the Nosferatu. "What do you know about me exactly ?"

@Slinar [Alexander Montferrier] Damn, now he's creepy... Why did he react like this? I just said it cuz haven't looked at Bauer Does he have something to hide? Huh, we all do - thought Vincent but said: - Okay, I'll be honest. Do you use computer?

"I don’t."

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"That’s why I’m curious about what you know about me, I’m always interesting of finding new ways to hunt."

Alexander Montferrier

"I don’t."

Then, I don't know much about you. But should someone use computers - I'll know about them. A lot, if not everything.

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- Yeah, and you also have a girl, but no one have seen her, - Roxanne chuckled at Vince.

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- Yeah, and you also have a girl, but no one have seen her, - Roxanne chuckled at Vince.

- And you, ma'am, will be?... Vincent replied coldly

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Go on, bitch, bully me. You definitely have a computer or phone. Don't make me angry -thought Vincent (edited)

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- Roxanne Shepherd. And One of the new Sheriffs of LA,- she smirked ironically. She never liked the idea of status. It had to be an honour, not just a label. That's what her father told her.

He turned to Alexandria and David, before looking at him straight in the eyes. "I'll check on you later, rest and be prepared to avenge yourself."

Roxanne Shepherd

- Roxanne Shepherd. And One of the new Sheriffs of LA,- she smirked ironically. She never liked the idea of status. It had to be an honour, not just a label. That's what her father told her.

- Well, I had some women lately, but I wouldn't call them my girlfriends. Name's Vincent, you can call me if you need any services of technical and computer kind.

- Good to know, - she wanted to go for a handshake and it took her a good minute to be willing to touch a nosferatu. "The bastard better be wearing gloves."

Vincent noticed the ping with which Roxanne held her hand. - I'm at your service, miss. A smile full of sharp teeth appeared on his face. Go on, touch me, bitch. Get your pretty hands dirty. You'll have to do it very often now

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She took his hand to shake. - Good to know, mister Iceberry. I guess now I need to go. She was about to return to Alex and then to leave the Elysium.

Vincent decided to speak to the Kindred mentioned by the masked Tremere, Bauer whoever it was. - Ehm, hello, Mister... I'm Vincent, nice to meet you. You were recommended to me as a very good fighter for my... Inquiry on the subject of the Sabbat attack. @Frederick Bauer

....But no matter what Vincent couldn't find him. - Well, it sucks. Guess, I'll have to go to cleaning company myself. Only be more cautious and be ready to run. But first... I'll go and find a hooker. That looks like Roxanne. And pay her extra for BDSM.

And with these lustful and hateful thoughts Vincent left the court, having said goodbye to the Prince though

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Sebastian Grey

"Excellent." Sebastian smiles his excuse of a smile, scar tissue straining around his mouth. "Then here, take my card." He fishes a card out of suit pocket and hands it to Dylan. "Text me with the time it would be convenient for you to come to my studio to let me take some pictures and make a preliminary sketch, nothing that will take up too much of your time, I assure you. I prefer old-fashioned methods for the art itself, but the traditional method of having the subject forced to sit for hours to let the artist paint him from life... well, that one I am happy to dispense with in favour of some modern efficiency."

Dylab seems almost disapointed at that, some imagined pretige in sitting motionless for long hours, but he nods with a smile. Only the slightest grimace as he takes the card. "Yes of course... but we xan take the shot at the Olympus.. i know just the frieze i want for a backdrop.. "

@Sebastian Grey "Ah, a man with an eye for visual effect," Sebastian says. "A trait I can fully respect, for obvious reasons. Yes, of course, the Olympus it is. Only let me know when you want me there, and I will make sure to be available. For now, though, I must be off. I wish you a pleasant night, and hope to see you again soon." (edited)

Total Recap: PC: Alex Kennedy, Frederick Bauer, Dylan Sean, Roxanne Shepherd, Vincent Iceberry, Alexandria Straussborg, Sebastian Grey NPC: the Court and Mercurio, many except of nossies Facts discussed: - Vegas is taken by Sabbat - Anarchs defeated the sabbat pack at the factory - Showelhead found there by Alex and Vince. Sabbat was doing weird fleshcrafting and not ITs burnt - Sabbat girl Megan embracing young students - Sebastian Grey got an offer from Therese to meet at Asylum - Dylan Sean gets a status of a Harpy - Rox and Alex got the sheriff's status - Alexandria asked Prince to keep her new progeny and got 1 days to prove him useful (edited)