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	Anarch characters can be as ruthless or as pathetic as you'd like, so long as you understand that the others might be as accommodating or punishing depending on the circumstances. Your mileage may vary!		Anarch characters can be as ruthless or as pathetic as you'd like, so long as you understand that the others might be as accommodating or punishing depending on the circumstances. Your mileage may vary!

			==Clan Portrayal Expectations==

			===Salubri Warriors===

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	You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.		You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.

	Your character should be at minimum a [[Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]], and protecting the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] is the whole point.		Your character should be at minimum a [[Portrayal_Guidelines#The_Different_Immortal_Ages\|Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]], and protecting the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] is the whole point.

	A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.		A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.

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	Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.		Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.

	Generally speaking, Kindred should never know everything. Even Elders are often out of the loop on obscure lore, especially that which does not directly involve their clan or places they've nested. If you find yourself portraying ~~an Elder~~ that has knowledge on every splat and every event in the World of Darkness 20th Edition timeline, you are doing it wrong.		Generally speaking, Kindred should never know everything. Even Elders are often out of the loop on obscure lore, especially that which does not directly involve their clan or places they've nested. If you find yourself portraying a vampire that has knowledge on every splat and every event in the World of Darkness 20th Edition timeline, you are doing it wrong.

	==== The Different Immortal Ages ====		==== The Different Immortal Ages ====

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	Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.		Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.

			Generally speaking, Kindred should never know everything. Even Elders are often out of the loop on obscure lore, especially that which does not directly involve their clan or places they've nested. If you find yourself portraying an Elder that has knowledge on every splat and every event in the World of Darkness 20th Edition timeline, you are doing it wrong.

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	Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.		Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.

			Ghouls should, in 99% of cases, be almost entirely out of the loop. Many ghouls do not even know they are ghouls, or the nature of what monsters their Domitors truly are. You should avoid playing a Ghoul with esoteric knowledge of splats or worldly lore regarding Kindred society. The [[Masquerade]] has lasted as long has it has for a reason; that reason being their secrets are not shared with mortals. That means you!

			If your [[Ghoul]] is found to know a little more than they should, they should expect that [[Kindred]] looking to score brownie points with the [[Sheriff]] or [[Prince]] might treat them like prey. More often than not, the price for sliming out some lick's ghoul is a slap on the wrist and a minor boon. Your (mostly) mortal life is worth a trip to the supermarket, so act like it.

	=== [[Garou]] ===		=== [[Garou]] ===
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	In Northern California, most [[Garou]] affiliated with the [[Garou]] Nation belong to the Sept of the Western Eye, a Children of Gaia-led sept. To most [[Kindred]], [[Garou]] are terrifying forces of nature whose presence beyond the city limits represents sudden violence, righteous fury, and almost certain death.		In Northern California, most [[Garou]] affiliated with the [[Garou]] Nation belong to the Sept of the Western Eye, a Children of Gaia-led sept. To most [[Kindred]], [[Garou]] are terrifying forces of nature whose presence beyond the city limits represents sudden violence, righteous fury, and almost certain death.

			Most Garou don't know a thing about [[Kindred]] or their society as a whole. From what they do know, it's bits and pieces from encounters others have had with them. [[Kindred]] have a history of deceiving [[Garou]] with misinformation to weaken their understanding of them (when they aren't outright hunting Garou for sport). Generally speaking, your Garou should avoid [[Kindred]] at all costs, lest they be branded wyrm-tainted by a perceptive philodox and cast out from Garou society as a whole. That said, sometimes it is necessary to cooperate with [[Kindred]] when the veil as a whole is being threatened, or there is a mutual threat (like Pentex releasing toxins into the city water supply). Outside of these extreme circumstances, you better hope noone from the sept catches you hanging with those wrym-tainted licks!

	=== [[Kinfolk]] ===		=== [[Kinfolk]] ===
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	[[Kinfolk]] outnumber werewolves roughly ten to one - and considering the decreasing numbers of the [[Garou]], Kin themselves are rare enough in their own right. Human [[Kinfolk]] usually live in their own homes or communities, while wolf Kin often dwell in a tribe’s protectorates. Many [[Kinfolk]] know something of their heritage, but few know everything. As with lost werewolf cubs, these days, more and more [[Kinfolk]] are born to families who have no idea of their [[Garou]] connections. Unlike werewolves, [[Kinfolk]] go through no Rite of Passage; many grow old and die without ever knowing about their mystical inheritance. These lost [[Kinfolk]] represent an ebb in the tide of [[Garou]] fortunes. Whether the werewolves realize the truth or not, [[Kinfolk]] are links to the future for [[Garou]]. Without [[Kinfolk]], the werewolves lose a vital link to the worlds of humans and wolves. With fewer and fewer of Gaia’s soldiers being born, their human and wolf relatives must take on heavier duties in The Final Nights.		[[Kinfolk]] outnumber werewolves roughly ten to one - and considering the decreasing numbers of the [[Garou]], Kin themselves are rare enough in their own right. Human [[Kinfolk]] usually live in their own homes or communities, while wolf Kin often dwell in a tribe’s protectorates. Many [[Kinfolk]] know something of their heritage, but few know everything. As with lost werewolf cubs, these days, more and more [[Kinfolk]] are born to families who have no idea of their [[Garou]] connections. Unlike werewolves, [[Kinfolk]] go through no Rite of Passage; many grow old and die without ever knowing about their mystical inheritance. These lost [[Kinfolk]] represent an ebb in the tide of [[Garou]] fortunes. Whether the werewolves realize the truth or not, [[Kinfolk]] are links to the future for [[Garou]]. Without [[Kinfolk]], the werewolves lose a vital link to the worlds of humans and wolves. With fewer and fewer of Gaia’s soldiers being born, their human and wolf relatives must take on heavier duties in The Final Nights.

			There's very little expectation for Kinfolk, because they're basically just Humans. That said, your Kinfolk shouldn't know all there is to know about Garou lore and Garou society, nor should they be broadcasting the existence of werewolves to anyone in order to protect the nearby septs. All it takes is talking about the sept near the wrong set of ears, and a coterie of scary Kindred may descend upon it like locusts. Mother Gaia frowns upon getting your tribe killed!

	== Job Portrayal Expectations ==		== Job Portrayal Expectations ==

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	Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[Masquerade]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.		Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[Masquerade]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.


	=== Anarchs ===		=== Anarchs ===

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 Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.
 === [[Ghoul]] ===
-Mortals sustained and Bound by vampiric vitae, gaining unnatural vitality, slowed aging, and an emotional dependency on their domitors. Some serve willingly out of loyalty, love, or ambition, while others remain trapped by addiction and blood bonds they can't escape.
+Mortals sustained and Bound by vampiric vitae, gaining unnatural vitality, greatly slowed aging, and an emotional dependency on their domitors. Some serve willingly out of loyalty, love, or ambition, while others remain trapped by addiction and blood bonds they can't escape.
 In San Francisco, ghouls act as bodyguards, servants, agents, and intermediaries for [[Kindred]] across every sect and faction. Though stronger than ordinary humans, they remain vulnerable to the whims and politics of [[Kindred]] Society and their masters.
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 [[Kinfolk]] outnumber werewolves roughly ten to one - and considering the decreasing numbers of the [[Garou]], Kin themselves are rare enough in their own right. Human [[Kinfolk]] usually live in their own homes or communities, while wolf Kin often dwell in a tribe’s protectorates. Many [[Kinfolk]] know something of their heritage, but few know everything. As with lost werewolf cubs, these days, more and more [[Kinfolk]] are born to families who have no idea of their [[Garou]] connections. Unlike werewolves, [[Kinfolk]] go through no Rite of Passage; many grow old and die without ever knowing about their mystical inheritance. These lost [[Kinfolk]] represent an ebb in the tide of [[Garou]] fortunes. Whether the werewolves realize the truth or not, [[Kinfolk]] are links to the future for [[Garou]]. Without [[Kinfolk]], the werewolves lose a vital link to the worlds of humans and wolves. With fewer and fewer of Gaia’s soldiers being born, their human and wolf relatives must take on heavier duties in The Final Nights.
+== Job Portrayal Expectations ==
 === Sheriff ===
 You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.
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 [[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?
-==Factions==
+Characters in these jobs are ripe for [[Ghoul]]ing, being [[Embrace]]d, etc. Be sure to update your OOC notes to tell other players what you're interested in happening to your character!
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 And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.

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	=Factions=		==Factions==

	== Camarilla ==		=== Camarilla ===
	The [[Camarilla]] is the Sect with the most power and presence of all. Whilst instability has always rocked The Ivory Tower from time to time, it has withstood all tests that have come its way by adherence to the Traditions. It is through their efforts that order is maintained and safety is secured, they would claim.		The [[Camarilla]] is the Sect with the most power and presence of all. Whilst instability has always rocked The Ivory Tower from time to time, it has withstood all tests that have come its way by adherence to the Traditions. It is through their efforts that order is maintained and safety is secured, they would claim.

	And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.		And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.

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 Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.
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 [[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?

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	Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.		Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.

	Ghouls should, in 99% of cases, be almost entirely out of the loop. Many ghouls do not even know they are ghouls, or the nature of what monsters their Domitors truly are. You should avoid playing a Ghoul with esoteric knowledge of splats or worldly lore regarding Kindred society. The [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] has lasted as long has it has for a reason; that reason being their secrets are not shared with mortals. That means you!		Ghouls should, in 99% of cases, be almost entirely out of the loop. Many ghouls do not even know they are ghouls, or the nature of what monsters their Domitors truly are. You should avoid playing a Ghoul with esoteric knowledge of splats or worldly lore regarding Kindred society. The [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] has lasted as long has it has for a reason; that reason being their secrets are not shared with mortals. That means you!

	If your [[Ghoul]] is found to know a little more than they should, they should expect that [[Kindred]] looking to score brownie points with the [[Sheriff]] or [[Prince]] might treat them like prey. More often than not, the price for sliming out some lick's ghoul is a slap on the wrist and a minor boon. Your (mostly) mortal life is worth a trip to the supermarket, so act like it.		If your [[Ghoul]] is found to know a little more than they should, they should expect that [[Kindred]] looking to score brownie points with the [[Sheriff]] or [[Prince]] might treat them like prey. More often than not, the price for sliming out some lick's ghoul is a slap on the wrist and a minor boon. Your (mostly) mortal life is worth a trip to the supermarket, so act like it.
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	You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.		You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.

	Your character should be at minimum a [[Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]], and protecting the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] is the whole point.		Your character should be at minimum a [[Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]], and protecting the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] is the whole point.

	A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.		A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.

	=== Hound ===		=== Hound ===
	Much like the [[Sheriff]], this is a PvP heavy role and you should expect that at any moment you will have to engage in some clicky clicky.		Much like the [[Sheriff]], this is a PvP heavy role and you should expect that at any moment you will have to engage in some clicky clicky.

	A [[Hound]] is a cog in a machine for whatever reason they decided to serve the court. Maybe they are a [[Fledgeling]] who lost their [[Sire]] early on (maybe it was even their fault!), or some untold debt from years prior yet to be paid with service, they are a keeper of the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]].		A [[Hound]] is a cog in a machine for whatever reason they decided to serve the court. Maybe they are a [[Fledgeling]] who lost their [[Sire]] early on (maybe it was even their fault!), or some untold debt from years prior yet to be paid with service, they are a keeper of the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]].

	[[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?		[[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?

	=== Tower Employee ===		=== Tower Employee ===
	You, for one reason or another, work for one of many of the big businesses in the Financial District, TransAm. You either know what's going on behind the scenes, or you don't, but either way it's probably best that you stay out of it unless directly approached. Especially in the case of [[Human]]s, there is such a thing as a 'thought crime' when it concerns protecting the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]]. [[Ghoul]]s are given a bit more freedom in what they are allowed to know-- that is, so long as their [[Domitor]] has permitted them to learn what they know.		You, for one reason or another, work for one of many of the big businesses in the Financial District, TransAm. You either know what's going on behind the scenes, or you don't, but either way it's probably best that you stay out of it unless directly approached. Especially in the case of [[Human]]s, there is such a thing as a 'thought crime' when it concerns protecting the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]. [[Ghoul]]s are given a bit more freedom in what they are allowed to know-- that is, so long as their [[Domitor]] has permitted them to learn what they know.

	Generally speaking, you are a very tiny cog in a very large machine, and you should listen to those in positions of power above you. For example, if the [[Sheriff]] or a [[Hound]] (known to you as security personnel) say jump, you say how high.		Generally speaking, you are a very tiny cog in a very large machine, and you should listen to those in positions of power above you. For example, if the [[Sheriff]] or a [[Hound]] (known to you as security personnel) say jump, you say how high.
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	=== Bartenders, Civillian Jobs, etc. ===		=== Bartenders, Civillian Jobs, etc. ===
	For the more 'layman' jobs like tending bar, you are the most out of the loop. For the same reason that your character isn't told anything, your character is safe from the consequences of what threats that knowledge poses to greater [[Kindred]] society and the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]].		For the more 'layman' jobs like tending bar, you are the most out of the loop. For the same reason that your character isn't told anything, your character is safe from the consequences of what threats that knowledge poses to greater [[Kindred]] society and the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]].

	Characters in these jobs are ripe for [[Ghoul]]ing, being [[Embrace]]d, etc. Be sure to update your OOC notes to tell other players what you're interested in happening to your character!		Characters in these jobs are ripe for [[Ghoul]]ing, being [[Embrace]]d, etc. Be sure to update your OOC notes to tell other players what you're interested in happening to your character!
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	And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.		And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.

	Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.		Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.

	=== Anarchs ===		=== Anarchs ===

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	=== [[Kindred]] ===		=== [[Kindred]] ===
	Immortal predators cursed to live in the night, these vampires survive on human blood while hiding their existence behind the facade they call the Masquerade. Divided by [[clan]]s, sects, and rivalries, they wage endless political and ideological wars beneath the surface of mortal society.		Immortal predators cursed to live in the night, these vampires survive on human blood while hiding their existence behind the facade they call the [[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]. Divided by [[clan]]s, sects, and rivalries, they wage endless political and ideological wars beneath the surface of mortal society.

	Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.		Though officially under the Camarilla, San Francisco also harbours Anarchs, Sabbat, and independent factions in an uneasy balance constantly threatened by each other, outside forces and internal fighting alike. Every [[Kindred]] struggles against their primal urges, with frenzy and decline into monstrosity only ever one mistake away.
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	Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.		Feed just about any living creature a little vampire blood and it becomes a [[Ghoul]], at least temporarily. In the World of Darkness, ghouls are omnipresent servants, easily created, and heavily abused - although networks do exist to assist them in escaping their masters. A [[Ghoul]]'s emotions run to extremes with the heady drug of vitae in his veins, not to mention the Blood Bond - such a creature often falls prey to great rages and disturbing cravings. The name "ghouls" was not chosen at random.

	Ghouls should, in 99% of cases, be almost entirely out of the loop. Many ghouls do not even know they are ghouls, or the nature of what monsters their Domitors truly are. You should avoid playing a Ghoul with esoteric knowledge of splats or worldly lore regarding Kindred society. The [[Masquerade]] has lasted as long has it has for a reason; that reason being their secrets are not shared with mortals. That means you!		Ghouls should, in 99% of cases, be almost entirely out of the loop. Many ghouls do not even know they are ghouls, or the nature of what monsters their Domitors truly are. You should avoid playing a Ghoul with esoteric knowledge of splats or worldly lore regarding Kindred society. The [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] has lasted as long has it has for a reason; that reason being their secrets are not shared with mortals. That means you!

	If your [[Ghoul]] is found to know a little more than they should, they should expect that [[Kindred]] looking to score brownie points with the [[Sheriff]] or [[Prince]] might treat them like prey. More often than not, the price for sliming out some lick's ghoul is a slap on the wrist and a minor boon. Your (mostly) mortal life is worth a trip to the supermarket, so act like it.		If your [[Ghoul]] is found to know a little more than they should, they should expect that [[Kindred]] looking to score brownie points with the [[Sheriff]] or [[Prince]] might treat them like prey. More often than not, the price for sliming out some lick's ghoul is a slap on the wrist and a minor boon. Your (mostly) mortal life is worth a trip to the supermarket, so act like it.
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	You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.		You should, at a minimum, be capable of engaging in PvP with some degree of success. A [[Sheriff]] wouldn't become [[Sheriff]] if they couldn't do the dirt. Play a few rounds as [[Hound]] and learn the ebb and flow of the combat system for best results.

	Your character should be at minimum a [[Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[Masquerade]], and protecting the [[Masquerade]] is the whole point.		Your character should be at minimum a [[Neonate]] with some history with the [[Camarilla]]; Anarch defectors aren't put into positions with direct access to [[Camarilla]] leadership on a whim. [[Sheriff]]s are expected to keep the peace, whether that's by negotiating with other factions or punishing your own faction members when they misbehave. Violence could threaten the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]], and protecting the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] is the whole point.

	A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[Masquerade]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.		A [[Sheriff]] that repeatedly engages in [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]] breaching behaviors like dragging bodies around in the street, attacking others with a sword in broad moonlight, or engaging in guerilla warfare with a biker gang with no attempt to conceal their attacks/identity are examples of bad portrayal.

	=== Hound ===		=== Hound ===
	Much like the [[Sheriff]], this is a PvP heavy role and you should expect that at any moment you will have to engage in some clicky clicky.		Much like the [[Sheriff]], this is a PvP heavy role and you should expect that at any moment you will have to engage in some clicky clicky.

	A [[Hound]] is a cog in a machine for whatever reason they decided to serve the court. Maybe they are a [[Fledgeling]] who lost their [[Sire]] early on (maybe it was even their fault!), or some untold debt from years prior yet to be paid with service, they are a keeper of the [[Masquerade]].		A [[Hound]] is a cog in a machine for whatever reason they decided to serve the court. Maybe they are a [[Fledgeling]] who lost their [[Sire]] early on (maybe it was even their fault!), or some untold debt from years prior yet to be paid with service, they are a keeper of the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]].

	[[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?		[[Hound]]s answer directly to the [[Sheriff]], and are generally free to (at their own peril) do as little or as much as they feel is necessary with regards to their employment. Ultimately, if there is a [[Sheriff]] around, they do not act alone except in witnessing the most egregious breaches, or when attacked. [[Hound]]s are soldiers, and good soldiers follow orders! Right...?

	=== Tower Employee ===		=== Tower Employee ===
	You, for one reason or another, work for one of many of the big businesses in the Financial District, TransAm. You either know what's going on behind the scenes, or you don't, but either way it's probably best that you stay out of it unless directly approached. Especially in the case of [[Human]]s, there is such a thing as a 'thought crime' when it concerns protecting the [[Masquerade]]. [[Ghoul]]s are given a bit more freedom in what they are allowed to know-- that is, so long as their [[Domitor]] has permitted them to learn what they know.		You, for one reason or another, work for one of many of the big businesses in the Financial District, TransAm. You either know what's going on behind the scenes, or you don't, but either way it's probably best that you stay out of it unless directly approached. Especially in the case of [[Human]]s, there is such a thing as a 'thought crime' when it concerns protecting the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]]. [[Ghoul]]s are given a bit more freedom in what they are allowed to know-- that is, so long as their [[Domitor]] has permitted them to learn what they know.

	Generally speaking, you are a very tiny cog in a very large machine, and you should listen to those in positions of power above you. For example, if the [[Sheriff]] or a [[Hound]] (known to you as security personnel) say jump, you say how high.		Generally speaking, you are a very tiny cog in a very large machine, and you should listen to those in positions of power above you. For example, if the [[Sheriff]] or a [[Hound]] (known to you as security personnel) say jump, you say how high.
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	=== Bartenders, Civillian Jobs, etc. ===		=== Bartenders, Civillian Jobs, etc. ===
	For the more 'layman' jobs like tending bar, you are the most out of the loop. For the same reason that your character isn't told anything, your character is safe from the consequences of what threats that knowledge poses to greater [[Kindred]] society and the [[Masquerade]].		For the more 'layman' jobs like tending bar, you are the most out of the loop. For the same reason that your character isn't told anything, your character is safe from the consequences of what threats that knowledge poses to greater [[Kindred]] society and the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]].

	Characters in these jobs are ripe for [[Ghoul]]ing, being [[Embrace]]d, etc. Be sure to update your OOC notes to tell other players what you're interested in happening to your character!		Characters in these jobs are ripe for [[Ghoul]]ing, being [[Embrace]]d, etc. Be sure to update your OOC notes to tell other players what you're interested in happening to your character!
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	And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.		And yet those outside would argue the Tower begins to falter, crumbling under its own weight. Elders find themselves in positions of power none but other elders could dream to contest. The [[Anarchs]], another powerhouse in California, continue to secure territory more and more, threatening to become a true Sect themselves, and worse, the [[Sabbat]] even gains ground as the years pass.

	Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[Masquerade]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.		Members of the [[Camarilla]] are generally expected to seek to uphold the [[[[Camarilla#Laws\|Masquerade]]]]. Failing to do so, or explicitly doing the opposite by either stated word or action, is grounds for immediate removal. In the case of the [[Camarilla]], that doesn't usually involve a pleasant exit interview. Expect a shallow, unmarked grave instead of a performance review.

	=== Anarchs ===		=== Anarchs ===