Post by Tami on Jan 26, 2007 8:12:59 GMT -5
Followers of Set
There are a few vampires would willingly grant hospitality to a Follower of Set, and for good reason. The Setites, as they call themselves, are servants of darkness and corruption incarnate. The clan’s ultimate goal is to corrode the ethics away from humanity and Cainites alike, creating a surfeit of slaves for themselves and their dark master.
Legends name Set, or sometimes Sutekh, as the clans’s founder. In ancient Egypt, or so they say, Set was a great warrior and hunter. He hounded the desert nights like a beast and became worshipped by mortal as the god of night. He welcomed such worship and enjoyed the respect of his fellow Cainites. But eventually he was cast out. Here the stories become confused; some say Osiris banished Set, while others claim Horus defeated him. On any event, Set swore to reestablish his rule, but this time from the darkness. And in his footprints walk his childer.
Set disappeared in A.D. 33, promising to return someday to his followers. The Setites therefore work to make the world a fitting place for their master’s return. So far, they have enjoyed moderate success. They approve of the wide spread disease and imbalance of wealth; the more unhappy someone is, the more likely she will snatch at any chance to better her lot.
Setites work in insidious ways. They believe that the best way to corrupt someone is to give that person exactly what he wants, and watch desire breed even stronger desire. They foster ecstasy and indulgence in their flocks, always encouraging excess, quietly addicting their prey to the pleasures only Setites can provide. Pity the Thrall with a Setite Regnant, or anyone else caught in their honeyed snare. The followers of Set do what they do from religious zeal, and thus are even more merciless than the inhuman Tzimisce.
Sobriquet: Serpents
Appearance: Most Setites come from the Middle Eastern or North African backgrounds; however, some appear in the most unexpected paces. Red hair is prized as a mark of Set. Many of the Followers wear archaic neo-Egyptian robes wile in the privacy of their havens. Ritual disfigurement is popular among zealous Setites, though the nature of such varies among the individuals.
Haven: Setites prefer lairs deep underground; caverns, grottoes and oubliettes are all popular. They enjoy decorating the walls of these havens with Egyptian Hieroglyphs detailing the story of Set. Rare cloths and incense are also popular among Setites who enjoy boasting their decadence. They call their havens temples and often place them near the head quarters of any cult they may be controlling.
Background: Followers of Set typically choose neonates from their own retainers. They tend to select only those of Egyptian descent, but some say that the most extensive Viking raids picked up Setites and carried them back to the north. These rumors, and those of Norse cainites paying homage to the Midgard Serpent through debased rites, have yet to be proven.
Character Creation: Setites, particularly those in Western Europe, ten to come from outsider concepts. Possible natures include tyrant, rogue or monster; the Demeanors might be what ever seems appropriate. They lean toward primary Social Attributes and talents. Most have background of retainers, as well as some Contacts, Herd or Influence. Loyal Setites follow the Road of typhoon.
Clan Disciplines: Obfuscate, presence, Serpentis
Weaknesses: Setites are very susceptible to sunlight. Double the dice for damage from any expose to the Sun.
Organization: Setite groups organize into temple and have a form of church hierarchy passed down from the first priest of Set. They often form small cults of mortal followers, either themselves as the dark clergy. There is some backstabbing and treachery within the ranks, but only as long as no outside force threatens the clan.
Quote: Ah, say no more my friend. No words are necessary. You hunger – I can sate you. You thirst – I can quench that thirst. Please follow me.
There are a few vampires would willingly grant hospitality to a Follower of Set, and for good reason. The Setites, as they call themselves, are servants of darkness and corruption incarnate. The clan’s ultimate goal is to corrode the ethics away from humanity and Cainites alike, creating a surfeit of slaves for themselves and their dark master.
Legends name Set, or sometimes Sutekh, as the clans’s founder. In ancient Egypt, or so they say, Set was a great warrior and hunter. He hounded the desert nights like a beast and became worshipped by mortal as the god of night. He welcomed such worship and enjoyed the respect of his fellow Cainites. But eventually he was cast out. Here the stories become confused; some say Osiris banished Set, while others claim Horus defeated him. On any event, Set swore to reestablish his rule, but this time from the darkness. And in his footprints walk his childer.
Set disappeared in A.D. 33, promising to return someday to his followers. The Setites therefore work to make the world a fitting place for their master’s return. So far, they have enjoyed moderate success. They approve of the wide spread disease and imbalance of wealth; the more unhappy someone is, the more likely she will snatch at any chance to better her lot.
Setites work in insidious ways. They believe that the best way to corrupt someone is to give that person exactly what he wants, and watch desire breed even stronger desire. They foster ecstasy and indulgence in their flocks, always encouraging excess, quietly addicting their prey to the pleasures only Setites can provide. Pity the Thrall with a Setite Regnant, or anyone else caught in their honeyed snare. The followers of Set do what they do from religious zeal, and thus are even more merciless than the inhuman Tzimisce.
Sobriquet: Serpents
Appearance: Most Setites come from the Middle Eastern or North African backgrounds; however, some appear in the most unexpected paces. Red hair is prized as a mark of Set. Many of the Followers wear archaic neo-Egyptian robes wile in the privacy of their havens. Ritual disfigurement is popular among zealous Setites, though the nature of such varies among the individuals.
Haven: Setites prefer lairs deep underground; caverns, grottoes and oubliettes are all popular. They enjoy decorating the walls of these havens with Egyptian Hieroglyphs detailing the story of Set. Rare cloths and incense are also popular among Setites who enjoy boasting their decadence. They call their havens temples and often place them near the head quarters of any cult they may be controlling.
Background: Followers of Set typically choose neonates from their own retainers. They tend to select only those of Egyptian descent, but some say that the most extensive Viking raids picked up Setites and carried them back to the north. These rumors, and those of Norse cainites paying homage to the Midgard Serpent through debased rites, have yet to be proven.
Character Creation: Setites, particularly those in Western Europe, ten to come from outsider concepts. Possible natures include tyrant, rogue or monster; the Demeanors might be what ever seems appropriate. They lean toward primary Social Attributes and talents. Most have background of retainers, as well as some Contacts, Herd or Influence. Loyal Setites follow the Road of typhoon.
Clan Disciplines: Obfuscate, presence, Serpentis
Weaknesses: Setites are very susceptible to sunlight. Double the dice for damage from any expose to the Sun.
Organization: Setite groups organize into temple and have a form of church hierarchy passed down from the first priest of Set. They often form small cults of mortal followers, either themselves as the dark clergy. There is some backstabbing and treachery within the ranks, but only as long as no outside force threatens the clan.
Quote: Ah, say no more my friend. No words are necessary. You hunger – I can sate you. You thirst – I can quench that thirst. Please follow me.