I was given a name before I was given blood

Like you were given your faith, before there was made a God

[Blood In The Wine — AURORA]

I think my favourite thing I’ve discovered when it comes to VTM is making a character who fits all the requirements of one clan or sect and then putting them in one that doesn’t suit them, like at all.

I’ve made a Banu Haqim warrior from the camarilla, but in any other circumstance where she got a different clan her ass would’ve naturally been drawn to the Anarch movement. All she really values is her freedom and a cause she’s fully into, but instead she’s an assassin for hire in one of the most controlling clans AND sects.

Even as a warrior, her talents are way more suited to the sorcerer caste, with her intellect and investigation skills, she could’ve become a sneaky nosferatu or quite honestly anything else that isn’t a follower of set or Lasombra.

Then of course you have Rey, from NY by night, who’s a Gangrel but his background in corporate would’ve made well for a ventrue, which really had me intrigued while I was watching it.

(Dumping this here bc I don’t wanna annoy my friends)

Assamites

In Cainite circles, many remain unaware of the true nature and intentions of the Assamites. To most, they appear as a new clan emerging from the East, bold in their stance amidst the nightly struggles of our kind. Only the elders and learned scholars among Cainites can recall a time when the Assamites were active members of our society, before they withdrew into their studies within Alamut, their sanctuary nestled in the Anatolian mountains.

Among European vampires, rare are those who interact with anyone beyond the Assamite envoys, the viziers, and a handful of sorcerers. The clan presents a united front, possessing an uncanny ability to communicate across vast distances and maintain ties with their brethren in Alamut.

Though many Assamites hail from the lands now known as Persia, birthplace of their founder, their members come from across the Middle East. In recent times, a growing number of younger Assamites have embraced Islamic beliefs. Yet, their elders often regard this with disdain, seeing mortal religion as a distraction from their true purpose.

However, to the wider Cainite society, it is the younger Assamites they mostly encounter, and the name Assamite has become synonymous with Muslim, earning them the epithet Saracens. Yet, many elder Assamites are content to let others believe what they will, so long as it serves their own ends.

The Assamites themselves shun the label of Saracens, preferring instead to be known as the Children of Haqim, in honor of their progenitor. Haqim laid down a strict code for his descendants to follow. Cainites are perilous creatures who meddle too freely in mortal affairs. The Children of Haqim are tasked with honoring their elders, shielding mortals from the excesses of other Cainites, and meting out judgment (and punishment) upon their kindred.

Furthermore, the Children of Haqim are entrusted with reclaiming the blood of profligate Cainites, those who abuse mortals and ought not possess such gifts. This often leads the clan to engage in diablerie as a matter of principle, though few adhere strictly to this doctrine.

The clan of the Children of Haqim operates as a cohesive unit, divided into three distinct sects that collaborate closely in pursuit of their shared goal of judgment. The sorcerers serve as the clan's backbone, facilitating communication among members and providing essential support from Alamut, the clan's stronghold. Warriors, on the other hand, wield the authority to pass judgment upon vampires and deliver punishment when deemed necessary. Meanwhile, the viziers assume the role of the clan's public representatives, gathering intelligence on political matters and current events to keep their brethren informed. Most Assamites residing within Cainite-controlled territories function as viziers, supported by a handful of sorcerers.

Dubbed as the Children of Haqim or Saracens, the appearance of Assamites is predominantly Middle Eastern, although some neonates have been embraced as far west as the Iberian Peninsula. Regardless of origin, all Assamites are obliged to spend time in Alamut following their embrace, adopting traditional Middle Eastern attire. Dress codes within the three sects vary based on functionality; sorcerers adhere strictly to traditional attire, warriors opt for comfort during extended travels, and viziers often adopt the garb of their current city of residence.

When selecting a haven, Assamites prioritize security over luxury, favoring easily defended dwellings secluded from mortal eyes, particularly in European domains. Many opt for residences located on the outskirts of cities, enabling them to monitor the activities of both vampires and mortals. However, practicality may sometimes yield to necessity; certain Assamite viziers may adorn their dwellings impressively to curry favor with mortal and Cainite courts when hosting visitors.

In terms of character creation, Assamite viziers typically possess a blend of Social and Mental Attributes and Abilities, reflecting their roles as scholars and diplomats. Most Children of Haqim boast at least one dot in Mentor, often their sire, and some may possess dots in Generation acquired through the practice of diablerie upon those deemed unworthy. The majority adhere to the Road of Heaven or Humanity, with a select few following the Road of Kings. However, older warriors and traditionalists often align with the Road of Blood.

Clan Assamite possesses a distinctive set of Disciplines, including Auspex, Presence, and Quietus (Hematus). However, their rigorous nature is both a strength and a weakness. Assamite viziers are known for their unwavering dedication, yet each harbors an obsession with their highest intellectual or creative Ability, which manifests as a derangement. This obsession is visible through their glowing aura, offering clues to their true nature and the object of their fixation, discernible to users of Auspex. Additionally, as Assamites age, their skin gradually darkens to a matte onyx, a slow but unmistakable transformation.

Organization within Clan Assamite is intricate, owing to the adeptness of their sorcerers. The clan defers to the Eldest, typically the eldest of Haqim's progeny not in torpor. Each of the three sects within the clan has its own internal leader, collectively overseeing the night-to-night operations. The viziers perceive themselves as judges, tasked with evaluating Cainites and identifying those deemed unworthy of Caine's blood. Sorcerers dedicate themselves to research aimed at enhancing interactions with mortals and maintaining communication among the sects. Meanwhile, warriors act as enforcers, executing judgments and leading nomadic lives directed by their brethren.

Regarding stereotypes of other clans, Assamites hold varying views. They view Tremere with caution, wary of their meddling in unknown realms. Brujah are seen as passionate but lacking in true philosophical depth. Cappadocians are generally tolerated as long as their studies into death remain separate from mortal affairs. Gangrel are respected for their honor, with few deemed unworthy. However, Followers of Set are considered heretics, condemned for their debauchery and perceived evil.

Banu Haquim this time... Ok an another christmas special with Hania the Tremere.

Assam Board Class 12th result released, check this way

Folk Music of Assam reflects the outdoor and indoor life of the folk people and it does not follow any strict rule of composition and performance. Folk Music of Assam is often accompanies by folk dance forms of the region during festivals and celebrations.

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VTM character concepts that I am compelled to share as they have completely taken over my brain: Part 2, Electric Boogaloo!

So since my last VTM character concept post BLEW UP and my brain is once again back on its bullshit, here are some more ideas! As usual, feel free to use these to your heart’s content! I’d love to hear about your characters too, so feel free to message me about them! Now, on to the main event:

1. A Malkavian researcher obsessed with statistics who hunts down “statistical outliers” in order to make sure their data is “pure and untampered with.”

2. A Ventrue who has created an up and coming adult toy empire (pun fully intended). They currently are in the midst of a fierce battle with the local Setites over who can cash in on the pleasure business the most.

3. A Brujah who was a successful athlete pre-embrace. Unable to participate in their sport and driven by extreme bitterness and jealousy, they now strive to turn the public against this particular as a whole by ghouling athletes and ordering them to discover, leak, and in some cases create, scandals. All the while, they rage against the sport they once loved under the thin disguise of false activism.

4. A dance instructor and head of a renowned academy known for producing performers who constantly seem to be breaking the limits of what the human body can do, much to the delight of audiences. What these audiences (and many newer students) don’t know is that this instructor is a Tzimisce and the performers have been carefully tweaked and trained during “private lessons” using a combination of Dominate and Vicissitude. Additionally, the Tzimisce is in search of a prospective childe worthy of being their dance partner, and has been carefully monitoring select students.

5. A Gangrel cryptozoologist who aims to be able to eventually master Protean to the point where they can turn into mythical beasts. 

6. A Gangrel veterinarian who was embraced after attempting to transport what they thought was an injured dog to their hospital, only for it to have actually been their hurt and very annoyed future sire.

7. A fledgling Baali abandoned after their embrace who thinks they are just some weird Caitiff.

8. A Banu Haqim who was traumatized after they were almost diablerized by a Sabbat vamp. Thoroughly disgusted by the practice, they now hunt diablerists, all the while attempting to ignore the cravings and habits of their bloodline.

9. A Hecata “fixer” who makes their living by disposing of bodies, whether turning them to ashes through the use of Oblivion or by adding them to their collection of undead servants.

I’m a little tired, so these are all I have for now, though I plan on dreaming up some more. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy these!

I'm behind because I've been very busy, but that's alright! I'm drawing a lot and having a great time! This is OC-Tober Day 8 - "the past." I'm using bweirdart's prompts! "Kolya" these days tentatively works with the Camarilla as the friendly neighborhood grinning merchant. Many years serving the Assamites, now somewhat known as the Banu-Haqim, have netted him many contacts that can get him anything anyone desires - if they're patient and can pay the price. He can see their expressions as money and boons exchange hands, and it amuses him. The fear and curiosity his clients have. What had to be destroyed for this to be here? Who had to die for them to gain? Don't worry about it, Neonate. They certainly can't anymore.

Artwork by: Herick Evan Ieao

Woops, ponied my vampires.

Below i got a thingie im never gonna finish cus it annoyed me. For those who wondered: both Leslie and my friend survived! not for any competence on our part though. However Leslie got flung through the Underworld and is now 4 hrs away from the rest of the pack.

Shes a sopping wet cat rn.

All these characters are from an RPG campaign called; Gehenna's Gates, set in the world of Vampire The Masquerade. Feel free to ask any questions!

Welcome to House Gossens.

A Brujah that likes to cook, dressed by a toreador, who adopted a pink-haired Lupine, a young Gangrel and Assamite and hunted by a joyful Demon. Do I need to say more?

House Gossens is something very special and unique in the World of Darkness.

Brujah

In the ancient days of the First City, the foremost among the Brujah endeavored to fathom the enigmatic essence of the Cainite condition, pursuing understanding from myriad perspectives. However, his fervent zeal for existence clashed with the somber demeanor of his brethren, stirring discord among them. Following the Deluge, he sought to temper his own passionate fervor by siring Troile, a progeny of contrasting disposition. While Brujah was prone to tumultuous fits of rage, stirring the primal Beast within, Troile embodied logic, method, and calculation. Yet, their conflicting natures led to frequent disagreement and eventually to a violent confrontation. In a frenzied outburst, Brujah attacked Troile, prompting Troile to bite into his sire's flesh, attempting to drain the fury from his blood. However, this only served to further enrage Brujah, and in a grievous turn, Troile continued to drink even after his sire's veins ran dry, consuming Brujah's very soul. When called to account for his actions, Troile presented a rational justification, persuading other Antediluvians that murder was the necessary course to maintain peace among Cain's descendants and the children of Seth. Some whisper that this rebellion sowed the seeds of the Second City's downfall. However, upon his return, Caine remained unconvinced, cursing Troile and his line with the fiery passions of their progenitor, magnified threefold.

Troile, yearning for the glory of bygone eras, journeyed to Carthage, where he gathered Cainites in an attempt to recreate those golden times, achieving success for a time. Yet, envy and fear instigated a fifty-year war incited by the Ventrue and Malkavians of Rome, resulting in the destruction of the Brujah utopia and deepening the enmity between the Brujah and the Ventrue for centuries to come. Troile's fate remains shrouded in mystery, with many presuming his demise during Carthage's fall.

Girrrls!

Pride month request (like the other two)

I styled every (main) clan from Vampire the Masquerade in Love Nikki Dress UP Queen

Part 1: Lasombra, Toreador, Tzimisce, Ventrue, Setite/Ministry, Assamite/Banu Haqim, Malkavian, Gangrel, Tremere, Brujah

clan illustrations by guy davis from vampire: the masquerade guide to the anarchs [1/?]