Post by Tami on Mar 2, 2007 22:13:33 GMT -5
Sobriquet:
Scions
The Ethics of Kings:
• There are only two roles in the world: that of master and that of servant.
• You are superior to mortals, made to rule.
• To master others, you must first master yourself and the Beast within.
• Only those who seize power gain it; only those who use power, keep it.
• Your word is your bond. Without it, you are nothing.
Initiation:
Initiates come to the Road of Kings in two ways. Some are chosen by mentors and groomed for the role, sometimes Embraced for that very purpose. They eventually become trusted vassals of their liege, though the ambition of some carries them higher. Others achieve the Road of Kings through their own drive, winning the favor of a patron with glorious deeds and carefully chosen words. In either case, initiates usually enter their patron's service for a time (with or without the assurances of the blood oath). They learn discipline and personal mastery under their patron's guidance while serving as page, squire, clark or the like. With the rise of orders of chivalry, it is common for initiates to begin as squires and eventually achieve the rank of knight. It has also become common for sires and liege lords to "foster" fledglings with each other to strengthen the bonds of fealty between them.
Organization:
The Road of Kings is perhaps the most organized of all, with each adherent owing fealty to is betters and having it owed to him by his inferiors. Much of the organization of the Cainite courts is dictated by the traditions of the Road of Kings, and lord is currently the highest rank for any adherent, although many have even higher aspirations. Below the lord and princes are many lesser nobles: barons, dukes and the like. Beneath them are the knights and knightly orders, often sponsored by one prince or another. In and around the courts are roles like seneschal, advisor, minister and such, for those who follow a subtler road to power. Scions often struggle to climb the ladder, often over the bodies of their rivals, and they fight to maintain what they have gained.
Aura:
Command. Scions are destined to rule, and they know it. Those around them can feel their commanding presence like a crown upon them .
Road Virtues:
Conviction, Self-Control
Paths:
Path of Chivalry: Honor and service are all; follow and uphold the code of chivalry. Path of the Tyrant: It is better to reign in Hell than to serve in Heaven. Path of the Vizier: Power is a subtle game. Play it like a master and become the power behind the throne.
Roleplaying Tips:
You are a Scion of Caine, superior to the mortal herd and destined for greatness. You are the master of your fate, not a slave to it. Take up your destiny and let none stand in the way of achieving what is yours by right. You are just and firm with your followers, deferent to your betters and terrible to your enemies. You will rule the night for ages uncounted, and all glory and honor will by yours.
Hierarchy of Sins
Against Kingship Rating // Minimum Wrongdoing // Rationale
10 // Neglecting your duty // Those who fail in their responsibilities often lose them
9 // Treating a peer with disrespect // A leader earns respect by acting respectfully
8 // Treating an inferior as an equal // Everyone should know their place, including you
7 // Breaking your word to a peer // Trust is earned by being trustworthy
6 // Behaving shamefully before your peers // Honor and reputation are everything
5 // Showing weakness in front of inferiors // A leader must be seen as strong
4 // Failing to answer a challenge to you honor // Honor must be maintained; challenges cannot go unanswered
3 // Treating a superior with disrespect // Superiors must be given the respect they are due
2 // Breaking your word to your superiors // Your word is your bond. If your word is worthless, then so are you
1 // Breaking a sworn oath // Oaths of fealty hold the world together
Scions
The Ethics of Kings:
• There are only two roles in the world: that of master and that of servant.
• You are superior to mortals, made to rule.
• To master others, you must first master yourself and the Beast within.
• Only those who seize power gain it; only those who use power, keep it.
• Your word is your bond. Without it, you are nothing.
Initiation:
Initiates come to the Road of Kings in two ways. Some are chosen by mentors and groomed for the role, sometimes Embraced for that very purpose. They eventually become trusted vassals of their liege, though the ambition of some carries them higher. Others achieve the Road of Kings through their own drive, winning the favor of a patron with glorious deeds and carefully chosen words. In either case, initiates usually enter their patron's service for a time (with or without the assurances of the blood oath). They learn discipline and personal mastery under their patron's guidance while serving as page, squire, clark or the like. With the rise of orders of chivalry, it is common for initiates to begin as squires and eventually achieve the rank of knight. It has also become common for sires and liege lords to "foster" fledglings with each other to strengthen the bonds of fealty between them.
Organization:
The Road of Kings is perhaps the most organized of all, with each adherent owing fealty to is betters and having it owed to him by his inferiors. Much of the organization of the Cainite courts is dictated by the traditions of the Road of Kings, and lord is currently the highest rank for any adherent, although many have even higher aspirations. Below the lord and princes are many lesser nobles: barons, dukes and the like. Beneath them are the knights and knightly orders, often sponsored by one prince or another. In and around the courts are roles like seneschal, advisor, minister and such, for those who follow a subtler road to power. Scions often struggle to climb the ladder, often over the bodies of their rivals, and they fight to maintain what they have gained.
Aura:
Command. Scions are destined to rule, and they know it. Those around them can feel their commanding presence like a crown upon them .
Road Virtues:
Conviction, Self-Control
Paths:
Path of Chivalry: Honor and service are all; follow and uphold the code of chivalry. Path of the Tyrant: It is better to reign in Hell than to serve in Heaven. Path of the Vizier: Power is a subtle game. Play it like a master and become the power behind the throne.
Roleplaying Tips:
You are a Scion of Caine, superior to the mortal herd and destined for greatness. You are the master of your fate, not a slave to it. Take up your destiny and let none stand in the way of achieving what is yours by right. You are just and firm with your followers, deferent to your betters and terrible to your enemies. You will rule the night for ages uncounted, and all glory and honor will by yours.
Hierarchy of Sins
Against Kingship Rating // Minimum Wrongdoing // Rationale
10 // Neglecting your duty // Those who fail in their responsibilities often lose them
9 // Treating a peer with disrespect // A leader earns respect by acting respectfully
8 // Treating an inferior as an equal // Everyone should know their place, including you
7 // Breaking your word to a peer // Trust is earned by being trustworthy
6 // Behaving shamefully before your peers // Honor and reputation are everything
5 // Showing weakness in front of inferiors // A leader must be seen as strong
4 // Failing to answer a challenge to you honor // Honor must be maintained; challenges cannot go unanswered
3 // Treating a superior with disrespect // Superiors must be given the respect they are due
2 // Breaking your word to your superiors // Your word is your bond. If your word is worthless, then so are you
1 // Breaking a sworn oath // Oaths of fealty hold the world together