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Elysium
If you wish to use either of these locations for a function, have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Keeper of Elysium, Barbabus, of Clan Nosferatu by seeking them out, leaving a missive at their office, or at a Nosferatu drop box.
| Location | Information | |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Hotel, Downtown Houston | The social hub of the Houston Praxis where Kindred may socialize with each other in a safe and secure environment There are side rooms and lounges available (based on your status within the Camarilla) for quick, private conversations that need to be had. Please do not linger there! If the conversation turns into something greater, please retire to a more appropriate locale for the discussion. | |
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Fine Art Museum, Museum District of Houston | A formal location with Primogen and Court offices available. Any court function that happens here will require appropriate attire (think suits and dresses), and you are required to make yourself presentable. If you cant afford such attire, you're asked to reach out to your fellow Kindred, likely someone will be willing to take a boon to dress you appropriately. |
Laws of Elysium
Barnabus: Keeper of Elysium
Use of disciplines are strictly forbidden, except in the instance of defending Elysium.
No one, except those authorized by the Keeper, Sheriff, Scourge, or Prince, are permitted to carry weapons of any kind. Those who are exempt are requested to conceal them so that they are not visible, and will not disturb the other patrons.
Elysium is a gathering place to be social at, not to instigate fights, verbal or otherwise.
Matter's of Clan are to be conducted in either their Primogens office (if granted permission), or in a similar sequestered area away from the other guests potentially entering. These type of conversations are to be quick, and concise and not a debate. Save that for off grounds and be social with others!
Elysium is a sacred place, no acts of violence will be tolerated here.
Upon request, and approval, members of clan Nosferatu may present themselves a SINGLE masked appearance to hide their face if THEY so choose. No clan may compel a member of the clan to don a mask, even if it has been granted approval.
Remember the traditions.
Come fed, do not come to Elysium hungry.
Failure to maintain any of the above rules may result in eviction for the night, up to and including bans from Elysium for a set amount of time, including up to indefinite.
Kindred of the Houston Praxis
| Name | Clan | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Ha-Joon | Toreador | Prince of Houston |
| Abraham | Brujah | Seneschal |
| Sonja | Ventrue | Vantrue Primogen |
| Wassily | Tremere | Tremere Primogen |
| Jason | Gangrel | Gangrel Primogen |
| Ana | Toreador | Toreador Primogen |
| Crowley | Nosferatu | Nosferatu Primogen |
| Ellie | Malkavian | Malkavian Primogen |
| Giles | Brujah | Brujah Primogen |
| Constance | Tremere | Sheriff |
| Samuel | Gangrel | Deputy |
| Garabaldi | Nosferatu | Deputy |
| Isabella | Brujah | Deputy |
| Aaliyah | Lasombra | Harpy |
| Deondre | Toreador | Harpy |
| Flora | Malkavian | Harpy |
| Isadora | Toreador | Whip |
| Ri | Brujah | Whip |
| Barnabus | Nosferatu | Keeper of Elysium |
Camarilla Domains of Houston
Below is a link to the current Domains as it stands:
Click here for a Domain Map of the Houston Praxis!
Below is a list of the Personal, Clan, Coterie Domains that have been claimed:
| style="min-width: 200px" Sect/Clan | style="min-width: 200px" Domain |
|---|---|
| Toreador | Museum District |
| Tremere | University of Houston / Third Ward |
| Brujah | Houston Port / Docks |
| Ventrue | Business District |
| Nosferatu | Bayou Park |
| Gangrel | Memorial Park |
| Malkavian | Jefferson Davis Hospital |
| style="min-width: 200px" Kindred | style="min-width: 200px" Domain |
|---|---|
| Abraham Creed | Magnolia Park |
| Veronica Chevalier | L’Atelier Montrose |
| Sonja Ashton | 2nd Ward |
| style="min-width: 200px" Coterie | style="min-width: 200px" Domain |
|---|---|
| Regulators | Harrisburg |
| The Quadrivium | 7th Ward |
Camarilla Status System
In the Houston Praxis, we utilize a custom status system designed to represent a Kindred’s political standing within the Camarilla. This system goes beyond simple popularity or personal opinion—it reflects how much weight a character's name carries in court, how much sway they hold in political matters, and how much deference they command from their peers.
Each character is assigned two distinct numbers:
- Rank
- This is your standing—your position in the political hierarchy. The higher your Rank, the more authority you hold. It determines how much your voice matters in the Praxis: who listens when you speak, who defers to you in court, and how your presence is treated publicly. A high Rank does not mean you are well-liked—it means you are respected, feared, or politically significant enough that others cannot ignore you. These are Kindred, after all—affection and admiration are luxuries, not requirements.
- Pool
- This represents your influence—how much sway your character has in shaping the reputations of others. It is your ability to raise or lower another Kindred’s Rank by spreading rumors, giving public endorsements, or whispering subtle criticisms. Pool points regenerate periodically and reflect how engaged your character is in the political undercurrents of the Praxis.
When a character uses their Pool to adjust another Kindred’s status, the action is treated in-character as a rumor or public opinion filtering through the Harpies. These shifts in standing are not made through direct confrontation, but through a network of whispers, innuendo, praise, and scandal. The Harpies—those socially adept Kindred who monitor court behavior—interpret and act on these murmurs, ensuring the social ladder is ever-shifting and alive.
Below, you will find examples of plausible reasons to raise or lower another Kindred’s standing. These serve as in-character justifications—the kinds of things your character might say, suggest, or imply to bolster or undermine someone else's reputation. Keep in mind: in the Jyhad of status, perception is everything.
| Action Type | Example Reason | Description | Suggested Modifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raise | Exposed a Sabbat spy | The Kindred uncovered and revealed a member of the Sword of Caine hiding among the Camarilla, preserving the integrity of the Praxis. | +30 |
| Raise | Defended Elysium from attack | The Kindred took point or played a key role in protecting neutral ground, risking unlife to maintain the Masquerade and safety. | +25 |
| Raise | Negotiated a boon from another Clan | The Kindred secured a valuable boon from another clan that benefits the Praxis politically or strategically. | +15 |
| Raise | Mentored a fledgling into proper behavior | They transformed an unruly neonate into a functional, respectful member of Kindred society. | +10 |
| Raise | Spoke eloquently in Court | Made a politically astute, publicly admired statement that advanced the city's interests or their Clan’s cause. | +5 |
| Raise | Delivered useful intelligence | Provided credible, actionable intelligence on mortal or supernatural threats to the Praxis. | +20 |
| Raise | Publicly supported the Prince | Aligned themselves with the Prince during a time of political tension or uncertainty. | +10 |
| Raise | Donated boons or resources to the Praxis | Offered considerable personal wealth or leverage for the good of the domain. | +15 |
| Raise | Uncovered a breach of the Masquerade | Identified and helped resolve a situation threatening Kindred secrecy. | +20 |
| Lower | Endangered the Masquerade | Their reckless behavior risked exposure of Kindred to mortal society. | -30 |
| Lower | Refused a direct order from the Prince | Publicly disrespected the chain of command or flaunted city law. | -25 |
| Lower | Made a tasteless display at Elysium | Brought shame or discomfort with offensive behavior, lack of etiquette, or overindulgence. | -15 |
| Lower | Fled from combat | The Kindred abandoned allies or their duty when danger arrived, especially in a public setting. | -10 |
| Lower | Offended a Primogen in public | Was rude, insubordinate, or mocking to a senior Kindred during Court or a formal event. | -10 |
| Lower | Spread false rumors | Attempted to manipulate status or reputation with baseless gossip. | -15 |
| Lower | Claimed a boon falsely | Attempted to use false or expired leverage, undermining the Boon system. | -20 |
| Lower | Publicly challenged an Elder without standing | Attempted to shame, discredit, or antagonize an Elder without the status or backing to do so. | -15 |
| Lower | Interrupted Court proceedings | Spoke out of turn or disrupted a gathering where decorum was expected. | -10 |
| Lower | Made a political blunder | Acted without consulting their Clan or Primogen, resulting in an embarrassment to the Clan or Praxis. | -10 |
| Lower | Snubbed the Harpy | Ignored or dismissed the Harpy's authority, whether in Court or social gathering. | -20 |
| Lower | Broke Elysium etiquette | Dressed inappropriately, insulted a guest, or failed to show proper deference during a gathering. | -10 |
| Lower | Publicly questioned the Prince’s decisions | Voiced doubts or criticism of the Prince in a public venue rather than through political channels. | -15 |
| Lower | Failed to repay a boon | Did not fulfill an owed boon without explanation or negotiation. | -25 |
| Lower | Took credit for another’s success | Claimed responsibility for an achievement that was clearly another Kindred’s. | -10 |