CamCourtOlek022219

2/22/2019

10:28 PM

You move to Secrets - Main Club
Secrets - Main Club
	The outside of the building appears to be an old factory, recently renovated but still maintaining its 1950s mid-century modern design along with the grim sooty complexion that makes it reminiscent of an industrial wasteland. Inside, however, is an atmospheric, modern dance club that has all the stylings of an Eleventh century cathedral, complete with backlit stained glass, and baroque paintings of religious origin. Grim, protective gargoyles and intricate carvings hint at being religious, and almost manage to cross the line of heretical, though they would offend anyone who was strictly observant to specific religions. Art of all shapes and sizes accentuate and emphasize in the most dramatic places. Everywhere you look, there is something grotesque or hauntingly beautiful to look at. The lighting is low, with spotlights that circle over a purple and black chessboard style dance floor. A black cage separates the dancefloor and the bar, it normally serves as a secondary dance floor. The walls are painted in an inky matte black that absorbs most light. The squares of the dance floor seem to shift, black turning purple and purple turning black periodically in a trick that isn't entirely the fault of lighting.
	At one end of the room is a long polished bar. There is a line of attached barstools, though it can often be standing room only on a busy night. Behind the bar are lighted shelves with the very best top shelf liquors on them. On the other end of the floor is a raised area that acts as a stage, sometimes allowing for bands to perform or to display an especially skilled DJ.
	Along the side opposite the door is another raised area that is marked as the mezzanine. A set of wrought iron stairs are nearly hidden behind the mezzanine and they are guarded by security at all times. Scrawled onto the wall in fluorescent blue spray paint, the word 'Underground' is written down the wall behind the stairs.
	Old School Gothic, New Wave and Industrial usually pounds from the speakers whether the stage is occupied or not. On a busy night the dance floor is packed though there is still room to show off, the ever-present security seems to keep things from getting out of hand.
		<Places and +view is available here. YOU DO NOT HAVE A CELLPHONE IN HERE! See +view here/security>
	*** Nightzone ***
Obvious Exits:
Office <Of>   Out <O>
You move to Secrets - Underground
Secrets - Underground
	This is a large room bathed in soft red and blue light and it is only available to members. Drapes cover the walls and drains scatter the floor for easy cleaning. In addition to the drapes to highlight the walls, there are two rows of Greek statues and pillars surrounding a heated central swimming pool and nearby gym. A black curtained private booth is on the far side of the pool near a door marked VIP, there is a large blood red divan that could comfortably seat six. Security is thicker here than up above and they check for cameras, or weapons at the door to ensure that everyone is either a member or a guest of a member.
	Near the entrance the smell of incense is heavy in the air. There is changing area with costumes and masks, many of which are seen in use by the patrons. There are simple masquerade masks to a colorful array of full body costumes in leather, silk and latex. Perfumes are also available near the costume area.
	Rules are posted clearly:
	* This private area is invitation only. If you are not a member or a guest you do not belong here and security will see you out shortly.
	* No phones or cameras.
	* Must sign non-disclosure agreement for access. Secrets will prosecute any who violate the agreement.
	* You may not request membership.
Contents:
Divine Mask
	*** Nightzone ***
Obvious Exits:
VIP Room <VIP>   Out <O>
You descend the wrought iron stairs and enter the steamy underground.
You move to Secrets - Arena
Secrets - Arena
	The arena is much like the main room in color and in decor, save there is soundproofing so absolutely no noise goes in or out. Patrons can meet for business with associates while having a drink in a place designed for entertainment. All of the seating allows an excellent view of a mammoth black cage that dominates the room. There's another bar in here, but small and discrete, Bookshelves line the walls of this room and there are extremely comfortable leather chairs and sofas interspersed throughout, turned in tasteful angles as to assure the most relaxing atmosphere possible.
	The cage is a MMA style fighting cage and it is the centerpiece of this room. Inside the combatants can do battle while the audience can relax in high class comfort.
		<PLACES are available here>
Contents:
Malekith
Heathen
Devin
Vivianne
Vegard
Agate
Paige
Amelie
Raisa
Obvious Exits:
Out <O>

Oleksiy comes stepping in through the security , chatting casually with Vivianne as he does so. Its nothing earth shattering, just casual conversation about the day to day of the last week or so.

Paige exists. In fact she is currently existing several yards to the side of the entrance hands folded polite in front of her waist. No violin tonight.
Devin walks up to the bar.
Vivianne appears to be happy with the conversation, whatever direction it is turning here and there. This and that. Oleksiy is in the lead for the evening as they discuss life, catching up on news.

Heathen makes his own way into the arena, walking around the cage and making it rattle with his fingers as he pretends to examine it.
Madeline comes in from Secrets - Underground
Madeline has arrived.

Madeline arrives with her hand upon Mikael's arm chatting with him and Eric aobut this or that or tother
Devin makes his way in, having spent some time upstairs enjoying the place before court. As he comes down, he makes his way to the bar, setting his cane aside by his seat and unbuttoning his jacket.
Mikael smile brightly to Madeline as they enter. He glances around the room, giving a bow to those on the private balcony.
Raisa enters the lounge.
Bonnie comes in from Secrets - Underground
Bonnie has arrived.

	Eric nors at something Madeline just said and smiles before looking around to those here, and nodding a greeting to those he knows.
Raisa is already there as people come in, standing to the side and quietly watching as everyone moves in and out.
Madeline takes a seat at a circle of couches.
Mikael takes a seat at a circle of couches.
Eric takes a seat at a circle of couches.
Madeline smiles and dips a lovely curtsey to those on the balcony before taking a seat
Raisa has partially disconnected.
Mikael moves to Secrets - Underground
Mikael has left.
Daphnne comes in from Secrets - Underground
Daphnne has arrived.
Daphnne leisurely comes down the steps, giving a smile to those gathered as she makes her way across the room. "Good evening"
Daphnne walks up the stairs and enters the private balcony.
Vivianne offers appropriate warm greetings to those on the Balcony, as she follows Oleksiy for the evening, conversing quietly with him.
Amelie sits at the balcony for now. She sends off some messages, and then gives a light wave to Raisa. "Bon Soir, everyone. Court will begin before long. For now, please come in and get settled."
Caerus comes in from Secrets - Underground
Caerus has arrived.
Agate checks her own phone tapping out some messages from the upper box.

Oleksiy nods and bows to the VIP's and seems in a relaxed mood. He considers seating and asks Vivianne "Where do you think? Bar or lounge, or Couches?"
Madeline crosses her legs and brushes a hand along her emerald green skirts as she waits for the meeting to begin
	A tall woman wearing a cowboy hat enters, her boots clomping lightly on the floor with each step. She's definitely not going for silence here. Once inside, she'll glance around and ajust her hat, keeping it low over her eyes even as she glances around. Spying someone she knows, she'll stride in that direction, heading towards the circle of couches.
Caerus enters in, bows, nods gracefully to those of greater status than he and sometimes with a smile, and heads over to the bar.
Vegard is seated with the other officers and he has that black katana laying across his lap again. He watches those in attendance and occasionally murmurs to those seated near him.
Caerus walks up to the bar.
Paige looks at her phone for a moment. A frown crosses her face and then she steps out to check on something.
Paige moves to Secrets - Underground
Paige has left.
"Gentleman's choice, I'm comfortable wherever you feel is appropriate, Primogen Druzyna." Vivianne notes gently, deferring to Oleksiy's choice.

	Eric looks up at the familiar face of Bonnie and smiles broadly. "Good evening Bonnie. Please come and take a seat if you will?" He gestures to the couches with one hand and then looks at Madeline with a warm smile as a reaction to something.
Madeline smiles also upon seeing Bonnie and turns her wrist to invite the woman to join them if she wishes

Oleksiy chuckles and offers "I say the bar.. its where I usually migrate to." he will guide Vivianne over to a seat, before settling in himself.

You walk up to the bar.
Malekith walks up to the bar.
Malekith joins you.
At the bar, Devin says "there we are now the second court is in session"
Devin smiles at the bar as Oly and Mal join.

Vivianne walks up to the bar.
Vivianne joins you.

	Seeing Madeline, Bonnie will lift a hand to her hat and tip it in her direction in greeting. "G'evenin' ma'am." Then to Eric, she'll give a bob of her head and step forward to take a seat at the couches, "A'right, thanks...", her words low. She'll sit at the edge of it, apparently not getting too comfortable. Her cowboy hat remains low, shadowing her eyes as she looks around a bit, she'll pause to say something to those at the couches.

Bonnie takes a seat at a circle of couches.

Aubrey has arrived.

Guivre has arrived.
Paige comes in from Secrets - Underground
Paige has arrived.

At the bar, Malekith says "Howdy howdy."
At the bar, Oleksiy settles back and smiles to Devin, and the others that join the bar "Good evening. I hope you are all well."

At the bar, Devin says "Good evening friend."

Silvana has arrived.
	Talking softly with the others up on the balcony Agate shows Vegard and the others some pictures on her phone.
Paige re-arrives. Her phone away and flat faced. An immediate turn to take up her post alone a bit down from the door.
Paige senses "Oleksiy gives you a nod and motions that you can join them at the bar if you wish."
Daphnne leans over to look at whatever Agate is showing, and she delicately arches an eyebrow.
Aubrey makes her way to the arena and sighs as she didn't bring her plastic mac. She finds a seat well back in case there is blood splatter.
Calevaro has arrived.
Guivre has left.

At the bar, Vivianne offers smiles to those at the bar, as she settles down beside Oleksiy.

Calevaro makes his way in slowly, giving a nod to all present.
Guivre has arrived.
Guivre is here under Obfuscate this evening and he's gliding silently along the back wall drawing very little attention to himself. (Auspex 5 to see.)
Madeline chats quietly at the sofa and looks up, giving those arriving a nod and or a smile or welcome
Bonnie appears to be chatting with Madeline and Eric at the couches, nodding a few times to some things said and replying, even a grin can be seen below the rim of her hat.
Silvana steps in looking around as if searching for someone in particular. She has with her a bigger purse than normal this evening. She does take a moment to politely bow her head to those in Status and curtsies towards Vegard if he is present before heading towards Aubrey.

	Eric nods and talks with both Madeline and Bonnie. Giving a nod and smile in greeting to those entering and he knows.
Long distance to Paige: Oleksiy nods nods
Paige looks to Olek for a moment. A soft smile and a shake of her head as she motions to the empty space besides her where Amos would normally be.
Raisa remains seated on the lounge, eyes watching as people come in and out. Nothing much to say here, just waiting.
Devin smiles and nods to the Giovanni.
Aubrey blows Devin darling a kiss as she secures a place against one of the walls. There she lounges and looks at the arena floor expectantly.
Calevaro gives Devin a wave, starting to slowly make his way towards him, a smile being offered to Madeline and to all who surround her
Madeline has reconnected.
Vivianne's expression goes unfocused for a moment, seeming to think or ponder something.. and then she's back, watching the goings-on, waiting for Court to begin. Those she knows get warm smiles!
Vegard is speaking animatedly to the other officers and his mood seems to shift on a dime from dark, to darker.
Caerus checks his phone and types out a message and then puts it back away. He looks about and smiles a little. He laughs at Aubrey and looks to make sure that Devin hasn't fallen unconscious. He reaches into his sling bag and takes out a pair of gloves and then puts them on.
Daphnne face has gone very stern, and she glances around the room at the various people. Those green eyes more resemble emerald now as they show little emotion, although her face displays what might be disappointment as her eyes catch this one or that one.
Wade comes in from Secrets - Underground
Wade has arrived.
Guivre finds a spot in a corner with heavy shadows that remains away from where foot traffic tends to flow. Still unseen and under obfuscate he settles into his perch on the bit of bookshelf/wall that overlooks the arena. It isn't really a safe place to sit but its tucked away from the tables and normal seating areas.
	Eric observes the people gathered already and leans forward to say something to Bonnie.
Madeline has partially disconnected.
Oleksiy continues to look about the room now, quietly listening and watching the room. his eyes moving from person to person He catches Daphnne's expression and nods to her politely and respectfully.

Wade senses "Oleksiy gives you a barely perceptible nod."

Paige gives a respectful nod and a curtsey to Daph as her eyes pass over.

Daphnne glances over at Vegard, but then straightens her skirt, smoothing it before she places her notepad on her lap, her pen in her hand.
	The animated conversation goes on with SOMETHING excitable being discussed between Vegard, Agate, Amelie and Heathen. Once whatever it is gets settled Agate stands up leaning against the balcony railing to call down to those present. "Good evening everyone! Welcome to another open court of the Camarilla of Prospect and with the presence of the Imperator. I believe our business begins tonight with announcements from our Sheriff." as Agate gestures to Heathen to take it away.
Calevaro has partially disconnected.

Bonnie's hat tips up to look towards the officer grouping and watches from beneath the rim. She'll nod to Madeline and then Eric both, touching her hat to adjust slightly. At the announcement, she'll turn her head in that direction and go silent.
Vegard grasps the sheath of the black blade in his lap and he scowls and mutters something after Agate announces court is in session.
Guivre is in full cheshire cat mode and he sits silently unseen atop a bookshelf over looking the arena. He's grinning broadly and anyone with Auspex (5) may be able to glance over and catch the smirk, maybe a wave. He's found himself a sort of corner and the shadows are heavy where he resides.
Calevaro simply watches, his head turning towards the arena as he stands quietly at a corner.
Vivianne is silent beside Oleksiy at the bar, listening on quietly. Her gaze travels from Agate, to Heathen, in anticipation for whatever announcement is to come.
Silvana gets comfortable near Aubrey reaching into her bag and takes out a flask and offers it over to Aubrey.
At the bar, Oleksiy takes a look about and offers "I have the sense this is going to be a... lively .. evening.
Heathen rises from his chair a moment, the empty hilt dropping into his hand. "For those that have not heard, there is, in fact, an active war between the Camarilla and the Sabbat. Eric, please join me so we can discuss some of your recent activities."
Madeline turns her attention to Heathen as she awaits the announcement then blinks to hear Eric's name
Secrets - Arena
	The arena is much like the main room in color and in decor, save there is soundproofing so absolutely no noise goes in or out. Patrons can meet for business with associates while having a drink in a place designed for entertainment. All of the seating allows an excellent view of a mammoth black cage that dominates the room. There's another bar in here, but small and discrete, Bookshelves line the walls of this room and there are extremely comfortable leather chairs and sofas interspersed throughout, turned in tasteful angles as to assure the most relaxing atmosphere possible.
	The cage is a MMA style fighting cage and it is the centerpiece of this room. Inside the combatants can do battle while the audience can relax in high class comfort.
		<PLACES are available here>
Contents:
Wade
Guivre
Calevaro
Silvana
Paige
Aubrey
Caerus
Daphnne
Bonnie
Eric
Madeline
Malekith
Heathen
Devin
Vivianne
Vegard
Agate
Amelie
Raisa
Obvious Exits:
Out <O>
Angie has arrived.
Bonnie turns her head to look at Eric directly at Heathen's announcement.
	Eric watches the balconny and those seatedor standing there. And looks surprised at hearing his name being said. He slowly stand up and looks unsure as to what is going on now. He makes his way over to Heathen.

Heathen walks down the stairs and leaves the private balcony.
	Flashing up on the screens is a photo, slightly distorted as if taken with a long distance telephoto lense, of a Sabbat Ritae in progress. Easily recognized with bowl being passed around is Eric & Vera along with other unknown leather and spike clad individuals.
Angie has voted for you.
At the bar, Vivianne just sighs softly, and nods to Oleksiy. "It was chosen purposefully, this locale, for this evening." It's more of a statement of fact.

Devin looks towards Vegard, a moment, as Heathen says this and then back to the bar
At the bar, Oleksiy looks to the screen briefly his expression set, and those close can see that his right hand slides behind him to the hilt of his sword, concealed under his jacket. "Clearly.. " he nods at the photo.
Angie has reconnected.

Aubrey takes the flask from Silvana and takes a long drink from it as she watches. Then she moves slightly so she can slide up on a bar stool with her degenerate friends.
Aubrey walks up to the bar.
Aubrey joins you.
Amelie looks up to the screens and then back to Heathen, and then over to Madeline. Her eyes empathetic to her friend.
Vivianne's expression shifts. Is it possible for the delightful little siren to look /dark/? Yes. Yes it is. Without scowling, her expression shifts upon seeing the picture. Her lips are a thin line of disapproval. She murmurs something to those present at the bar.
At the bar, Caerus grins over at Aubrey, "Hey there."
Angie takes a seat at a circle of couches.
Madeline shakes her head and waits but she is clearly tense
At the bar, Devin says "interesting how that timing works out. We were about due to be here again for open court. Quite fortuitious, I do enjoy the room."
Calevaro makes his way to the bar, pulling out a chair and sitting down.
Calevaro walks up to the bar.
Calevaro joins you.
Oleksiy shifts as well, his right hand slipping in behind him, after a brief glance at the photo, then to look at Eric and Heathen.
Daphnne has gone very still again in her chair. Only her eyes go to the picture on the screen. She could simply be a beautiful mannequin sitting there with no expression on her face.
At the bar, Devin says "Welcome folks."
Bonnie leans forward slightly on the couch, her hand coming up and removing the hat from her head smoothly and set next to her on the couch as she looks at the screens. She looks restrained, and intense, waiting for now, like a predator waiting, and right now she's staring at Eric, studying his reactions.
At the bar, Caerus looks over at Devin, "No, I don't think I like this place so much personally."
Vegard grasps the blade from his lap as he rises from his seat. He gestures to one of the monitors and he squints as he stares at the fuzzy picture. "Eric..I'm going to be VERY interested in hearing you ramble to explain that." he takes ahold of the pommel of the katana and he unsheathes the gleaming runed blade. The moment that anyone spots steel, a palpaple dread washes over each and every kindred and ghoul that sees the unfurled weapon. He points the tip of the blade at Eric, "I suggest that you cooperate, because you've got a lot of explaining to do."
Silvana moves to join Aubrey at the bar as she adjust her bag setting on her lap.
Silvana walks up to the bar.
Silvana joins you.
Heathen keeps his hilt loosely in hand as he steps down into the crowd. Confidant enough to take the lead, or maybe baiting Eric into taking his shot. Whichever.
	Eric looks at the screens and watchea them with a look of curiosity. "Alright... And what would the meaning be of this picture. One that must be a fake. For I do not harbour any love to Sabbat assholes." He looks at Heathen. "Might I inquire as to whom delivered you this forgery?" He then sighs deeply and shakes his head. "Also. To ease any and all minds. I would ask to be tested in any way. Right here. Right now. I will not stand for such lies to be spread about me. Has my family not endured enough already?" He looks at Heathen, Vegard and all the other high ranking persons here.
Wade walks up the stairs and enters the private balcony.
At the bar, Malekith says "Well, I suppose I'm lucky to have brought my Idiot Stick."
Madeline looks to Caerus and says quietly "you have a bone of lies do you not monseiur?"
Eric has reconnected.
At the bar, Aubrey just watches the drama unfold without any sign of surprise on her face.
Vegard growls and says flatly to Eric, "Save it.." then he looks to Heathen and one nod is given. "Take him out of my sight."
Heathen leaves the VIP room through the door marked 'Private'.
Heathen has left.
Madeline rises from her seat "Imperator, just test him for the truth"
Aubrey says, "Are you not your grace going to put to rest these words here before your court? We all know what happens when people are taken to private meetings."

	Mal looks to Madeline, "I can also discern truth from lies with my arts."
Devin turns with an arch of his brow at Madeline, then looks back towards Vegard

	From the balcony Agate shakes her head "Unfortunately the primary test we use is to see who and how strongly one is tied to others to detect participation in a Vaulderie. But with Eric being immune to ties of the blood that test will not work and we cannot exactly ask Vera to come in to be tested to see if she has ties to Eric." Agate shakes her head "The Imperator has given an order. The SHERIFF will handle inquiries and interrogations with whoever he has aid him."
At the bar, Caerus says "I am summoned."
Caerus looks at his phone and types a message and then puts the phone away and stands.
Caerus has departed.
Caerus pushes away from the bar.
Eric has left.
There are actually, more unimpeachable methods that could be applied" Devin offers to Agate. "Should the court decide on such a course I am ready to assist."
Amos comes in from Secrets - Underground
Amos has arrived.
Caerus heads over to the secure room and heads inside.
Caerus has left.
Aubrey reaches out an lays a hand on Madeline's arm giving it a squeeze to get her attetion and go have her lean close for a whisper.
Vegard turns and he tilts his head a little as he regards Madeline, then he looks to Aubrey and he sheathes that horrible weapon. "What happens Miss Giovanni? Do you know something I am unaware of?"
Martha has arrived.
Bonnie rises when Madeline does, frowning the entire while. Her eyes are feline in nature and glint in the dim light.
Martha comes in and looks about deciding where to settle this night.
Oleksiy stays silent, impassive and alert, watching as Eric is taken from the room by Heathen, with Caerus following.
Aubrey says, "Raul was called to a private meeting Heathan the night he was killed. Right after I believe he tried to tell your court officers he suspected Asher to be sabbat and rabble rousing. Funny now isn't it a second gangrel is accused of being sabbat."
Madeline watches them depart and looks back to Vegard and the others "No Eric cannot be blood bound but he did not do this. There is something foul here that is not true. I trust in the Imperator's chosen people, and their honesty" she sits agian very slowly
Vegard shrugs, "Being Sabbat isn't technically a crime Miss Giovanni. Raul broke the sixth."
Aubrey says, "So your at war withg the sabbat but killing someone your at war with is still a tradition violaiton? Hmm no wonder you still have sabbat issues.""
Devin has left.
Devin has arrived.
Vegard settles back into his chair, "Who says we have Sabbat issues? I mean, other than you?"
Devin smiles at his seat.
Paige has reconnected.
Martha walks up to the bar.
Martha joins you.
Aubrey looks after the way they led eric out and has to restrain herself from laughing, "Oh I've never heard your court once mention the sabbat, silly me."
At the bar, Martha looks to Cal the Devin and whispers something softly.
Amos looks to Aubrey and shrugs. "I've never heard of a Sabbat unstake themselves, either."
At the bar, Martha says "What I miss here?"
Paige tilts her head once, looking to Amos, then motioning softly to Oleksiy and his posistion. Otherwise, she remains silent, taking all of this in.
Aubrey looks over at Amos, "Not without help but then we know who pulled the last stake out of a vampire in the city."
"That is not as unusual " Devin offers to Amos
Bonnie loses one Willpower
Vegard waves a hand dismissively, "The Sabbat fear us, and rightly so. Just because we are at war, doesn't mean we have to be uncivilized about it. Eric has evidence against him. It will get investigated, if he broke a tradition. He'll suffer the same fate as Raul, and anyone else that dares to violate a tradition in Prospect."
Madeline says, "And if he did Not Imperator? Will the one leveling lies also be punished?""
At the bar, Aubrey says "So your at war with the sabbat but you can't kill them. How is that working for you all?"
Angie has partially disconnected.
Vegard shakes his head a little, "Since when do we do that Primogen? If some kindred gets caught setting him up, then I'm sure the harpies will have a heyday. You all need to undesrstand that the ONLY thing that will get you killed, outside of your own stupidity... is to break a tradition. This is the lesson in all of this, and what is being missed."
At the bar, Silvana looks at Aubrey as if she is going to answer that but decides to keep her mouth shut.
Oleksiy gives a glance down to Aubrey and raises an eyebrow slightly. He looks over to Amos briefly and nods to him, before his attention returns fully to Vegard.
Bonnie continues to remain standing and then slowly crosses her arms over her chest and says in a suddenly more calm manner, her head turning to Madeline to speak directly to her, as if she's having a side-conversation, although it's not said quietly. "Ma'am, ah'm hopin' th' picture'll be analyzed fer forgery. Ah saw no lies from Eric, however, th' Sabbat like t'spread their sedition an' shit an' cause us t'fight amongst each oth'r."
A look hits Devin's eyes as if he was thinking of a question but as Vegard adds "your own stupidity" he smiles, nods, and seems to have answered the question.
Madeline nods to Vegard "oh believe me Sire, when the liar is revealed I will serve the Harpies a feast"
Calevaro has disconnected.
Martha looks at Aubrey and snorts.
At the bar, Martha says "Shit storm night."
	Nodding to Vegard before Agate turns again to address the court. "Now I believe introductions are in order. Let us begin with the one of note. I believe coming to us from Idyllwild?" before looking to Amelie for her to take up her roll in tonights activity.
At the bar, Aubrey says "Which tradition is it that you can't associate with the sabbat? I fear I never got pass the first one."
Vegard glances to Bonnie briefly but settles into silence one Agate makes another announcement.
At the bar, Silvana looks towards the other to see if someone is going to answer Aubrey.
Amelie nods to Agate. "Your Grace, tonight we have Raisa, Elder from Idyllwild, of the Clan Gangrel." She lets Raisa speak more of her intentions here.
Madeline nods to Bonnie quietly
Amelie gestures for Raisa to move forward so the Imperator can see her clearly.
At the bar, Martha shrugs, "No clue."
Raisa rises from the seat that she's in and she steps forward to the spot in the center beneath the balcony. She sweeps a low curtsey. "Indeed, and I have submitted to a blood test from your estimable Tremere," a gesture toward Caerus. "May I answer any questions, Imperator? Keeper? Seneschal?" Her eyes move through those on the balcony.
	Paige slips over to the bar finally, now that Amos is here, quiet, and not interfering.
Paige walks up to the bar.
Paige joins you.
Amos walks up to the bar.
Amos joins you.
Vegard takes a moment to clear his throat and wash the stink of the last announcement off before he looks to Raisa, his expression changes from dark to relieved. "I have a question Raisa. Won't Katharina miss you?"
Paige has partially disconnected.
Daphnne animates again then, her head turning to Raisa and her eyes soften somewhat to more normal state, and she gives a smile to Raisa. She pays attention to the introduction and all that is being said around her.
At the bar, Aubrey sees Amos join the bar, "Your smart which Tradition covers indies associating with people and which tradition covers the sabbat. I never use any but the first but your a cammie right you should know?"
At the bar, Vivianne glances to Aubrey. "The Tradition of Domain."
At the bar, Aubrey says "Read that one saw nothing about sabbat in it or who one can and can't speak to."
At the bar, Paige pauses slightly. "Fifth, hospitality. The city is Duchess Torvik's and through her the Imperators, to openly consort with their enemies would be to disrespect them." A small nod, and a weak smile.
At the bar, Amos says "And second, I suppose. Domain. Those two are pretty closely linked."
At the bar, Amos says "(OOC: Bah, lemme rewrite that to take Viv's pose into proper account)"
At the bar, Aubrey says "Ah must be part and parcel of that whole we are at war but you can't kill the enemy thing."
At the bar, Silvana looks towards Paige and then towards Amos then looks to Aubrey with a raised brow.
Raisa rises to her feet, hands folded in front of her. "Indeed, Sir. The reality is that I go where I am needed. When we came here, I was needed at Idyllwild. Now, I am needed elsewhere. I have asked my Duchess' leave and she has given it."
<OOC> At the bar, Silvana says "My pose was suppose to come before Aubrey's not after oopsie"
At the bar, Martha says "That is bull we can kill known Sabbat on sight, just not anyone accepted to the Praxis, or recognized independents."
At the bar, Amos says "The second is-- like the Geneva Convention, sort of. Also, there's the minor issue of making sure the 'enemy' is /really/ the enemy, and not someone Dominated to shout enemy propaganda."
At the bar, Vivianne nods. "Domain -- a leader's wishes are to be respected implicitly. We're permitted to kill Sabbat. But if we kill what we think is Sabbat, turns out they weren't? Violation of the Sixth tradition. Seems sensible that the way to /avoid/ violating the sixth is to /not/ go bringing about Final Death. Just in case." She nods at Martha's words, too.
Madeline brushes golden hair behind her ear and tries to focus upon Raisa, nodding quietly
Bonnie reaches down to the couch and grabs her cowboy hat and puts it back on her head. She'll adjust the rim again, causing the shadow to obscure her cat-like eyes.
Vegard nods slowly, "Raisa, I have a deep respect for all of the elders of Idyllwild. You.. being from a pillar clan that sorely needs.." he enunciates the last words clearly, "Camarilla sensibilities." he smiles faintly, "Therefore I warmly welcome you to Prospect, and I wish you luck in wrangling in your wayward clanmates who think independance means they are out of my....reach." he scowls a little on the last word.
At the bar, Martha says "Well one minor exception to it all, poaching on your domain.""
	Wade has been standing up on the balcony, peering over the rest of the officers seated, or not seated, he is tall. His gaze falling on most people in his silence. Something causes a slight smirk, it's unclear if it's what Vegard said, or something around his words.
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Raisa Drops a low curtsey again. "Not all Gangrel are savages, Your Grace. There was a time when we were known as scholars. Not that I am one. Frankly, I am more savage than that. A library was not... my favored place to 'hang out'. But I am sure the Duchess will continue to be well supported and she will be able to call on me as needed, as the Tri-Praxis works together."
Silvana looks into her purse as if looking for something.
Madeline nods with a bit of a smile to Raisa
Vegard squints slightly, as he adjusts his glasses a little. "I have the utmost faith in the loyal portion of your clan. Welcome to Prospect." then he nods and waves a hand to indicate that will be all.
Raisa steps back, nodding to the rest and then she moves back to her seat among the rest. "Thank you, Your Grace."
Vivianne is quiet for the most part, listening and observing, sitting next to Oleksiy at the bar. The occasional quiet comment is made to those at the bar, but she seems focused on the business at hand.
Amelie gestures for Bonnie now to come forward. "Your Grace, next we have Mademoiselle Bonnie Ann Davis. Also of Clan Gangrel, hailing from Texas. She has come to be acknowledged as a member of the Tower."
At the bar, Martha says "So do we start the betting pool on the new gangrel?"
Oleksiy seems to be more relaxed now, listening and watching quietly.
Madeline nods as Bonnie steps forward and smiles a bit again, folding her hands upon her lap
At the bar, Amos says "Oh, be nice, Martha, she hasn't eaten anyone /yet/. That I know of."
At the bar, Paige pauses. "Wich one?" A small tilt of her head. "And I feel sorry for them, their crimes should be their own, not based on others."
At the bar, Aubrey says "I don't think that really matters Amos. The issue is those gangrels who claim independance from the tower and Vegard's dislike of not being in complete control of everyone.""
Bonnie seems to be watching Raisa, however when Amelie gestures to her, she'll reach up a hand and tip her hat politely before stepping forward. She'll stride in a relaxed manner to the spot Raisa was at. Once there, she'll reach up and take her hat off, "Howdy.", she'll offer simply. "Ah'm Bonnie Anne Davis, as th' esteemed Keeper says. Hailin' from Texas. Ah got references iffen ya need'm. Gave mah blood t' th' esteemed Seneschal there..", she'll point to Agate. "Mah specialities include Sabbat huntin', investigative work, and interrogation, should yer honors require it. An' ah wish t' settle here fer a bit, in Prospect, should yer honors allow it." Her expression is smooth as she speaks, tone matter of fact as she speaks.
At the bar, Martha says "Ding ding ding Give that woman another drink because I sure could use one too."
At the bar, Amos shrugs. "The up side is, it won't be too difficult for her to be less of a fuck-up than the last couple guys."
Vegard nods slowly as Bonnie speaks and he gestures to the door marked 'private', "I couldn't help but overhear you voice your opinion on what transpired with poor Eric. Did you wish to address that now?"
At the bar, Aubrey says "That is very true Amos, very true."
At the bar, Paige frowns softly, almost bristling as her shoulders tense. "It is almost like he is the Imperator, and has the strength and cunning to enforce his will. I do not think that him asking for the respect he has earned is to much to ask for."
At the bar, Aubrey says "It's not about respect Paige most of the Gangrel if not all took a knee and promised their support of him."
Daphnne is listening intenly to everything, but is also busy scribbling on that notepad in that unique shorthand of hers that resembles caligraphy.
At the bar, Aubrey says "THey simply choose to retain their freedom as a large part of the clan did when the majority left the camarrila."
There is a peel of laughter that breaks his obfuscate and Guivre suddenly becomes visible across the room seated where he was with cheshire refinement atop a bookcase where no one belongs. He's been there this whole time, right? He giggles and covers his face with his scarf is anyone glances his way. Although visible now he seems in no hurry to get off the shelving.
At the bar, Amos says "What're the retirement plans like on your side of the fence?"
Silvana slowly watches from face to face before looking towards Vegard.
Bonnie remains standing motionless before Vegard, no extra motion is needed nor required, so she does not do it. She'll look up at Vegard and reply simply, "Imperator, yeh, from mah observation of'm, he seemed t'believe th' photo's a forgery. So either he's tellin' th' truth, 'r someone's manipulated his mind. Ah'd love t'see an analysis on th' actual photo from a tech.", she offers. "An' ah know ah'm new, but ah'd happily offer mah assistance, but ah'd understand if ya don't want it." She'll shrug, and remain calm, girl must practice meditation or something. The laughter that bursts out causes her eyes to narrow slightly, but she does not move.
Martha smiles and waves to Guivre as he just appears on the book shelve.
Vegard nods thoughtfully when Bonnie replies, "Just one more odd question, Miss Davis. Did you have a choice to become kindred when you were embraced?"
At the bar, Aubrey looks over at Amos, "Alas we never get to retire even death doesn't mean freedom from responsibility. Most of us make the best of the life we currently live. So at the moment, a couple mansions, gambling, booze, sex and pretty much any other vice I wish to endulge myself in."
Guivre waves to Madeline with a flip of his scarf and then turns his bright eyed gaze back to the introduction with a certain amusement.

	Whatever conversation Paige was having is interupted by the appearance of Guivre. She does smile, and give the doctor a wave, never quite returning to the words at the bar.
Madeline listens to Bonnie and nods in quiet agreement
"No, sir.." Bonnie will reply politely, whatever emotion she is feeling is tightly reigned in. "Ah woulda been dead either way though, so either this death, 'r final death ah reckon. If y'wanna know more, ah'll relate th'tale, perhaps more privately, since it's a bit personal, yer honor."
Vegard nods a little, "This is why I don't execute someone just because they were embraced into a sect. If you wish to be helpful and apply yourself to serving the Praxis in investigations, speak to our Sheriff when you can get an appointment with him. Welcome to Prospect Miss Davis, that will be all."
Daphnne frowns as she hears something in her mind, and blinks, glancing over towards Vivianne, delicately arching a brow.
	Wade's gaze flickers briefly over to Guivre and the laughter. A brow raises slightly, but when he sees who it is, it doesn't concern him overly much. He just shakes his head, turning his gaze back to Bonnie and Vegard's conversation. He does seem to take out his phone a moment, tap something into it after reading and then put it away.
Bonnie nods to Vegard and puts her hat back on, "Thank ya, yer honor. An' ah'll do that.", she will promise. Once it's on, she'll tip her hat to him once more and turn, strolling with those cowboy boots back to the couch Madeline is sitting at.
Vivianne glances at the bar, and to Daphnne. She nods politely, but then her pocket vibrates. The little brunette pulls out her phone and reads it, tapping something out on it.
Silvana looks curiously at Bonnie and then towards Vegard.
Raisa has reconnected.
Madeline nods to Bonnie as the woman rejoins her, fingers remebering to brush golden hair back from where it has fallen across her lovely cheek
Raisa has reconnected.
Something seems to amuse Aubrey as she looks between a couple people, she then covers her mouth with a hand and coughs. Her silver flask is lifted again and she takes a long drink before settling back comfortably.
Martha looks about then looks to Amos with a nod to him before she looks to see if there is anything else going down this night.
Guivre is leaning lazily in his perch and a single leg hangs over the edge swaying softly. Once he's done laughing he just sits up there, out of the way, grinning like an idiot. He doesn't wave to anyone else and he slumps comfortably into his shadowy nook.
At the bar, Aubrey says "Oleksiy I have something for you so when ever your free give me a ring will you."
Bonnie tips her hat to Madeline and then sits down on the edge of the couch again. She'll lean in slightly and speak in a low tone to her couch-mate.
At the bar, Oleksiy Nods and looks down the bar to aubrey "Certainly.. Ill make sure to open some time as quickly as I can."
Raisa has partially disconnected.
Silvana takes out a tablet from her purse and checks to make sure it's on before she offers it to Aubrey.
Aubrey takes the tablet and settles back putting the ear bud in one ear. She watches the now silent court continue as she left with nothing more to do but drink.
Bonnie seems to be chatting quietly with Madeline at the couhes, and then looks around to observe other people int he area.
	Checking her phone and sending a text before rising Agate nods to Vegard as she rises again standing at the railing. "That finishes our introduction portion of the evening. Does any of the Primogen or any other members of the city have other business to bring up before the court?"
Vegard looks around slowly, "Is the Sabbat missing a guy?"
Martha says, "Guy or a guy?"
Madeline looks up and to the Imperator "pardon?"
Devin turns at V's question and looks to Guy then back to Agate and Vegard.
Vegard turns his attention to Madeline, "Yes, Primogen Blanchard?"
Bonnie doesn't look like she gets the joke, she just watches with a bland expression.
Guivre looks up for a second when he hears his name and he edges to he precipice of his perch. "Did someone say Guy?"
Devin turns to Madeline and watches.
Aubrey looks up from her tablet, "Apparently the Sabbat are missing a Guy or so asked the Imperator."
	At Agates question, Wade steps forward on the balcony, and then stops, that Giant sword seems ever present with him and held in front of him in court these days. He glances at Vegard and his question, brow raising and then eyes moving out over the crowd.
Madeline shakes her head "non Sire, simply enquiring as to what you meant"
"I've been in a sensory dep tank for the last week and a half talking to my ancestors, so I definitely don't know what the sabbat guys have been up to." Guivre comments with an intoxicated zeal and an earnest expression.
Raisa has disconnected.
Devin smiles at the reply and turns back to shake his head no to Agate's question.
Vegard arches a brow as he regards Madeline, "I meant that if someone can come forweward with actual evidence for or to the contary of Eric's case, I hope they do so swiftly."
Silvana puts her hands back over her bag as she goes back to watching.
Madeline says, "I'm certain taht can be done Sire, with a little more information. When were the photos taken? by whom? as Mademoiselle bonnie asked, a .. tech, may sort out some details?""
Caerus enters from the door marked 'Private'.
Caerus has arrived.
Caerus walks up to the bar.
Caerus joins you.
Vegard nods slightly, "The Sheriff has it in hand Madeline. It's his specialty."
Calevaro has connected.
At the bar, Caerus says "What did I miss?"
Madeline glances over as Caerus returns then nods to Vegard "Your Grace and those he has placed have my faith and trust"
At the bar, Martha says "Someone accused Eric of being Sabbat?" look to the others, "Then stuff." in a heh tone. "More stuff."
At the bar, Aubrey says "I dunno if Eric is smart enough to be sabbat. He's well way to much Eric and never knows when to hush."
Caerus takes out his phone and puts in a note or two and then puts it away.
Calevaro sits at the bar, casually listening to the converssation around him
At the bar, Paige blinks once. "That would explain why he got caught."
At the bar, Malekith says "Why wouldn't be we allowed to use our Arts to get to the bottom of it?"
At the bar, Paige tilts her head with a little sigh. "What makes you think the Sherrif is not?"
At the bar, Malekith shrugs, "People seem focused on the photo."
At the bar, Oleksiy glances down and listens, but then looks back out to the officers.
At the bar, Aubrey says "To trust blindly just makes one blind to everything around them. Nothing is ever what it seems in kindred society one is wise to keep both eyes open lest they fall in to the nearest open manhole."
Madeline sighs and waits for the next announcement if there are any
At the bar, Amos says "And then the Nosferatu get on your case for trespassing on their turf."
	Agate nods to Wade as he has something to say.
Bonnie chuckles quietly at something Madeline says and then just goes still again. Her elbows are on her knees and her fingers laced together as she waits and watches.
	Wade nods to something Vegard says after stepping back. He steps forward again and brings the tip of the sheathed sword down. Clearing his throat and raises his voice. "There is a snake in town named Cleo. She has already tried to deceive us. Anyone harboring her, will face my wrath. Anyone helping her, will face my wrath. Until I fuckin' present her in a box to his and her Majesty's, or I deem her no longer a threat, she is an enemy of the state. If you find her, tell me immediately. If I find you did not, you will not like what happens. If she decides to turn herself in and present herself here, that would be in her best fuckin' interest. If she doesn't, well, I hope she doesn't." He smirks darkly at that. "I hope I am understood."
At the bar, Martha says "well unless you get a D&D invite."
At the bar, Aubrey says "Very true."
At the bar, Paige raises her hand slowly. "He never actually follows through on that."
Martha says, "That is funny I told her to make an appointment and present her self as her self as soon as possible, she booked." shaking her head, "After cussing about us god damn TRemere."

At the bar, Martha says "She is like offering her arm not taking blood there, though man when she realized I was going for the hand not the bend of the arm did she make it fun, but I won."
Aubrey says, "What the tupperware party was canceled? That is kinda sad cause that bowl of blood she brought did not slosh out." her words directed to Martha as she looks over at Devin, "If you need it Devin i'd be more then happy to hear your confession I even have a booth for it and I can think of penance.""
Guivre lolls his attention to the discussion at hand as an unannounced Kindred comes up, "What clan is this Cleo?" He's curious and he sits up a little, speaking clearly from all the way across the room, "Should we be concerned, is she old or powerful? A neonate? Some small details would be nice to have. For safety's sake."
"Well, while doubtful, perhaps she decides upon the proper course of action." Devin offers Martha "Perhaps the other Setites may even have an idea of where she is."
Silvana looks to those at the bar a moment before she looks over to Wade and looks at his sword.
Martha sighs and looks to Wade, and nods. "After."
Vegard nods once when Wade's announcement is made, "Seems well in hand to me. I'm mildly curious, wondering what a complete idiot looks like in person but... I've seen that before...so."
Madeline sighs a bit in something akin to relief at Wade's announcement.. thats a new one
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Daphnne gives a nod of her head to something, then says softly, "I believe Gregory remarked that she appeared like a hippie had exploded upon her."
Calevaro frowns at something, shaking his head for a moment before he returns to listening.
Devin says, "Punky Brewster"
Devin Devin makes this dated pop reference with a deadpan face
Martha looks over "I did not know you had cable."
Devin looks to her curiously "Cable?"
	Agate nods to Amelie as she has something to say once Wade has finished.
Silvana looks to Devin a moment then back to the front for the next announcement.
Amelie rises now from her seat, and addresses those gathered. "I would like to share that I have had some improvements made in the Ballroom at Carlton Pines Elysium. Alcoves on the second floor balcony have been built, so as to accomodate our Gargoyle population, with some seating for those that would like to join them. It is no longer to be restricted to dignitaries only. Do take a look the next time you are there and check it out if you wish."
	Wade nods to himself, not anyone else, and takes back his spot behind the rest of the officers on the balcony, still standing.
Bonnie looks over at Wade as he makes that announcement, and the only thing coming from her is a nod. The cowboy hat just dips slightly to signify it. She's still leaned forward with her elbows on her knees and glances at Madeline before she replies quietly, another nod given.
At the bar, Caerus says "Yea, I know I want to go sit in an alcove with a gargoyle."
Madeline nods to Amelie "well done Keeper" she says quietly
Heathen enters from the door marked 'Private'.
Heathen has arrived.
Oleksiy nods once and smiles a little bit at the announcement.
At the bar, Martha says "They are ok, and well a bit off sometimes. Horus has a twisted since of humor, Syn is sweet, and well Senetinel keeps sheltering me under her wings like I am chick or something." that one just puzzles her."
Mikael has arrived.
Vivianne, who has been fairly quiet and listening to things, smiles warmly at Amelie's announcement, obviously pleased with the news. She glances to Oleksiy, murmuring something quietly to him, and back to Amelie.
Heathen steps back in to see court still in full swing, lopsided grin in place and cowboy hat tilted low on his head.
Vivianne whispers "Wonderful improvement. I know Horus and Sentinel will enjoy such a great deal."
Calevaro nods, giving a faint smile to Amelie
	Agate smiles nodding to Amelie before looking to Devin "Did Clan Tremere have business they needed to bring up before we close court for the evening?"
Bonnie's head turns towards Heathen as he enters and she tracks him as he walks, her own cowboy hat easily signifying where her head is at least pointed.
Vivianne senses "Oleksiy smiles and offers back "Im glad you approve. and Im glad that the powers that be did too.""
At the bar, Caerus winks over at Martha, "I was just making a joke at the imagary that should come to one's mind at the thought of sitting in a small dark alcove with a gargoyle."
Oleksiy murmers softly back to Vivianne, but his eyes move quickly to Heathen as he comes back in.
Another low chuckle escapes Bonnie at the couch at something said there.
Daphnne's eyes go to Heathen as he returns alone, and again delicately raises her brow.
Heathen makes his way past the circle of couches, giving Madeline a kiss on the cheek and whispers in her ear on his way.
Devin rises, and shakes his head "No nothing for the court as of yet. Thank you however." he smiles
	Nodding to Devin before Agate smiles to the room at large "And with that we will be calling this Court adjourned. Please feel free to socialize. Any business can wait till next week." and sits back down.
Madeline tips her cheek to Heathen's kiss and nods to something spoken into her ear
Silvana looks towards Devin and then looks back to the front as she sits quietly.
Heathen walks up the stairs and enters the private balcony.
Calevaro nods as the end of the court is announced. He gives a wave to all present and calmly starts to make his way towards the exit.
Sitting next to Madeline, Bonnie will watch Heathen but politely does not interrupt. She remains calm and quiet for the moment, as if she's waiting.
Calevaro goes home.
Calevaro has left.