Mick the Rogue

NEW I'll take Marina and Jason. Initially: Arrangement established approx 1 year ago. Marina heals Jason through sex. They have feelings for each other but hide them. Jason meets Juma when he possesses Marina during the standard morning ritual. Juma charges Jason with looking after Marina and challenges him to be a cacique (PR native term for "chief": a tie-in to Marina's heritage as his great x infinity-niece and Jason's police dynasty family) Marina and Jason gradually fall in love but don't talk about it. He spends more time at her place until eventually they have a very significant 24 hours between the balcony at her apartment and a fight at his, where they say, "I love you" Jason surprises Marina with the suggestion of buying a house together. He plans on selling his townhouse and Marina would give up her apartment. 🎲 Arcane_Desperado 🎸 — Today at 7:23 PM CCPD has corruption, Sarah shot Jason, but thats still an unknown. She was somehow related to Eric's murder. Vampires potentially involved with the police corruption as well. Sarah or some vampires helped break out the serial killer that Jason was able to capture thanks to first contract he made with Rati Akwehawk — Today at 7:24 PM Daemon inherited the family business; bound with an ancient ghost; doing it ten years to game time met Marina about two years in and they would exchange jobs Daemon is consistently lied to by Gabriel (have since reached some type of understanding) and had feelings for Marina Found out Gabriel lied and planned on advancing relationship with her; same time Jason enters picture so Daemon backs off, will do anything for her Daemon increasingly erratic and reckless; working on coming to terms with it Daemon and Gabriel now work together in "sync", so essentially Gabriels powers are Daemons Falene (Larissa O'Neil) — Today at 7:33 PM Marina herself: initially afraid but Juma has been a leader and support for her she is the daughter of Jumas sister many generations ago. She is what he calls bohíque: a priest/spiritual communicator for the Taíno tribe Juma and Marina connect daily through a morning ritual before sunrise Marina has integrated Juma's lessons and is less afraid, more confident, and has regular communicates with spirits Marina helps with mainly "soft" jobs: helping families and ghosts achieve peace Marina's ghostly communication/channeling makes her face take on a fuck-me-eyes (MW translation: bedroom eyes) expression. Jason gave her his aviators to disguise the look when in public. She bought him designer replacement aviators. Juma is invested in developing Jason into a leader for Marina, since he knows he won't be around forever if Marina achieves his goals (edited) [7:37 PM] Marina and Daemon: met about ten years ago and decleoped a friendship. He took the harder, violent jobs. She took the jobs that required a more delicate touch once close friends, now somewhat weirdly distant as they navigate their relationship With Jason as he love interest despite Daemon's feelings Daemon left after seeing Jason and Marina together, which triggered her abandonment issues Marina will still do anything for Daemon, but she's reserved in her expression at the moment [7:38 PM] Johan is someone Marina enjoys the finer things in life with: art, culture, etc. Nero is her constant companion and beloved (read: spoiled) pet Akwehawk — Today at 7:43 PM Daemon also; he is paid by sponsors (church, and possibly Venatori if allowed) he has a network of contact (other hunters) he sometimes works with his brand (which binds Gabriel to him) burns when in the presence of supernatural, he learned to interpret the sensation amongst supers he knows Daemon "broke", burned his estate (since rebuilt) to the ground, sent Marina a letter confessing all his secrets and tried to kill himself Gabriel stopped him and he left the country for about 3 months, returned to Marina. Shortly after a vampire (same one Jason's ex is apparently worked with) became a problem. That was dealt with. Now Daemon is distancing himself from them for a bit to get his head on straight 🎲 Arcane_Desperado 🎸 — Today at 7:52 PM A lot of Jason's stuff has been covered amid other peoples stuff Lots of covert sneaking into locations "off the books" to try and dig up more on the corruption that ties into drug dealing and illegal weapons. Lots of fights. Hence more time at Maria's Utilizing more contracts. Some on a temp basis, some more long term. Learning to hone powers and payment with them. Set up "Brinks" as a security system in Maria's apartment, that has the 911 call list if something happens to her. Paging everyone on the list (all the PCs) and the police department. (edited) [7:53 PM] Made the contract with Wadjet for the "Nuclear Option"

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 "Give him the wand. Its agreed" Davin said waving his hand from the pain and mild mud

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 "Just protecting both of us Quagmire. You've been a pleasure to deal with and speak to." he grimaced. Blood oaths. He took his dagger and pricked his finger, wincing at the pain. A small globe of red liquid seeped out. "Agreed" he said extending his hand to seal the deal.

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin nodded and turned to Quagmire. "Would you consent to an official Contract? Just so we can ensure both sides are on the level?" he asked

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin nods. "He got stuck without way back, he's not sure how long. Time isn't the same for him. Was quite a while."

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 ((assume I auto translate)) "Hey says its been a long time. He's asking about the gateways." said Davin turning back. "We want you to seal this off for some time until we can reopen the way in an easier to access location." he tilted his head. "What do you mean still? Inactive? It seems active.... However that one is only around the material world. We have found multiple portals to planes, but most are... trapped, locked. While you can explore, I'd advise to be careful. We encountered several very unhappy elementals..."

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin would be making an ongoing translation ((for the sake of ease)) "Yes, it wants to see what is being sealed. Let's show our friend just what we're asking." he said making a motion to Quagmire to follow as they made their way back to the Temple.

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin motioned to the knife. "Would this be sufficient?" he asked

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 "Quagmire would like collateral to ensure we come back. Which is fair... I'm a bit tapped out at the moment on things I'm willing to part with. Does anyone have anything?" he said to the others

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin gave a slightly weary sigh. "I anticipate you have something in mind?"

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin smiled speaking again. "It would require you to use your abilities to hide the entrance. And then some patience on your part until we came back to open the door for you. At present we don't have the ability to move earth with the skill you have. If that is agreeable." he said, trying to read the facial expressions of the mephit

121 Alertness Avoiding Surprise, Combat Initiative, Passive Awareness 121 Athletics Climbing, Dodging, Falling, Jumping, Sprinting, Other Physical Actions 123 Burglary Casing, Infiltration, Lockpicking 123 Contacts Gathering Information, Getting the Tip-Off, Knowing People, Rumors 124 Conviction* Acts of Faith, Mental Fortitude 125 Craftsmanship Breaking, Building, Fixing 126 Deceit Cat and Mouse, Disguise, Distraction and Misdirection, False Face Forward, Falsehood and Deception 127 Discipline* Concentration, Emotional Control, Mental Defense 128 Driving Chases, One Hand on the Wheel, Other Vehicles, Street Knowledge and Navigation 129 Empathy Reading People, A Shoulder to Cry On, Social Defense, Social Initiative 130 Endurance* Long-Term Action, Physical Fortitude 130 Fists Brawling, Close-Combat Defense 131 Guns Aiming, Gun Knowledge, Gunplay, Other Projectile Weapons 132 Intimidation The Brush-Off, Interrogation, Provocation, Social Attacks, Threats 133 Investigation Eavesdropping, Examination, Surveillance 134 Lore Arcane Research, Common Ritual, Mystic Perception 135 Might Breaking Things, Exerting Force, Lifting Things, Wrestling 135 Performance Art Appreciation, Composition, Creative Communication, Playing to an Audience 136 Presence* Charisma, Command, Reputation, Social Fortitude 138 Rapport Chit-Chat, Closing Down, First Impressions, Opening Up, Social Defense 139 Resources Buying Things, Equipment, Lifestyle, Money Talks, Workspaces 140 Scholarship Answers, Computer Use, Declaring Minor Details, Exposition and Knowledge Dumping, Languages, Medical Attention, Research and Lab Work 142 Stealth Ambush, Hiding, Shadowing, Skulking 143 Survival Animal Handling, Camouflage, Riding, Scavenging, Tracking 144 Weapons Distance Weaponry, Melee Combat, Melee Defense, Weapon Knowledge * These skills affect stress tracks. See page 201 for more on stress tracks.

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin came along, looking surprisingly dry after a few moments and a muttered word. As he came thru he looked back and forth before spotting the creature. He let out a low rumble in response "Hello Quagmire. It's a pleasure to see you again and I am glad you are well. I have a request for you... And perhaps a way home should you desire it."

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin gave a shrug. "No idea. I am beginning to regret not focusing on conjuration in the Watchtower."

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin paused "There is an alternative... When we first came thru here we met a mud mephit... An... Entity from the plane of mud. They have the ability to move earth ... It might take some convincing but Quagmire might be willing to close the door so to speak.... If I can find him " he said looking from one to the other

- AC: 15 (TAC: 13/ FF: 12)| HP: 41/41 Davin looked over to Luna and shook his head. "The Watchtower and the Church have a monopoly on portals like this. If they found this... I don't even know what they would do. It is unlikely most of you would be allowed to retain such knowledge. Myself and Kokuten may even be in danger if it gets out." he shakes his head. "But yes, let's get out of here.

Description Once one of the tallest buildings in the world, now an aging building that houses cheap housing, a mall and museum Aspect: Wellspring of Magic The Face: Name: Concept: Joe Kowalski Homeless Vet

Description Cleveland's best cop bar and only true blue cops only bar, Not just another pub that off duties frequent but a cop and emergency services only clubhouse for those who keep the chaos at bay to come lick their wounds at. The Zone Car Lounge is a membership only club house beneath the old school police union meeting hall. The place is a bunker a balwerk against the trials the men and women of the club face on a daily basis. A shiny black-and-white zone car anchors the rear of the bar lending the club it's namesake. The rules get bent here and there for certain respected officers or former officers especially in the case of the LT and his band of misfits. . . Who are allowed a booth in the back of the dark basement bar. The union leaders offices are right up stairs and former VP "the Duke" runs the bar, so a sympathetic ear can always be found. Aspect: Loose tongues wag The Face: Name: Concept: Leo "The Duke" Burcik Clue-in Cop Barkeep

Description The Westside Market has been around since the 1850's, however the structure itself has been around since 1902. It keeps odd hours. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Also, the building's set up in such a way that it's impossible to see inside when the doors are closed. Wonder what gets sold on Tuesdays and Thursdays? It has been owned for the last few years, by members of the White Court Aspect: Money Talks, or You Walk The Face: Name: Concept: Janet Monroe Vampiric Entrepreneur

Description: A small, two-story building in a relatively nice part of Cleveland, Hartman Books is owned and operated by Anthony Hartman, an elderly bookseller who happens to be clued-in to the existence of the supernatural. Hartman's bookshop is technically neutral ground in Cleveland, and Hartman doesn't do politics. Walter started working for him shortly after arriving in Cleveland, and lives in the basement. The second floor is the "rare books" section; these books are never actually sold, instead being used as a reference system on the occult...for anyone who can pay. The store is seemingly disorganized and chaotic, following an organization system that only Hartman (and by this point Walter) can understand. Aspect: It's Here Somewhere, I Swear Unofficial Neutral Grounds The Face: Name: Concept: Anthony Hartman Clued-in Occult Bookseller Margarita Cortez Down to Earth Heiress

Description: Bram's Brewery - or BB, for short - is one of the few places in Cleveland that is considered Neutral Grounds, as per the Unseelie Accords. It is a small establishment that caters mostly to the supernatural community, especially the lesser powers like minor talents and mortals in-the-know. There are some twenty tables scattered around the room, distant enough from each other to ensure privacy, and a large counter with some fifteen stools. Around the walls there are scattered several small charms that help ground and disperse magical energies, helping negate a moody wizard's affect on the place, for example. There is only one waitress in the place, but with many of the customers preferring to sit on the counter or rise to grab their own orders, there hardly is the need for more. Aspect: Accorded Neutral Grounds One bourbon, one shot, one beer The Face: Name: Concept: Bram Smith Half-Dwarf Brewery Owner Susan Black Changeling Waitress

Description A run down neighborhood situated along the midtown corridor on the east side. The site of riots and racial tensions. Aspect: Poverty Breeds Desperation The Face: Name: Concept: Wallace "The Fist" Gibbs Clued in Drug Dealer

Economy: Cleveland used to be a big industrial town. Steel, manufactured goods, railroads, even ships in the old days. Now Not so much. The biggest employer in Cleveland is the Cleveland Clinic, the biggest hospital and research department around the Great Lakes, there are also several high tech companies that have begun to spring up here. However many of these companies come at the expense of fewer and fewer manufacturing jobs. The city is slowly losing people, around 10-15% of all the houses are vacant according to a recent poll Climate: Cold and snowy in the winter, hot and muggy in the summer. All of Ohio tends to be a bit bipolar when it comes to weather. The old saying is 'if you don't like the weather, wait 5 minutes' and it is especially true in Cleveland with the Lake giving often times hurricane force winds. Supernatural Presence: Like all Cities there's a supernatural presence in Cleveland. With a fair amount of immigrants over the years as well a native presence, the Old World and New World spirits have had some issues. The reigning power houses though are the Fairie Courts, Wizards and the White Court Vampries... Though the were's tend to reign supreme outside of the city proper Themes: Corruption and Rust Cleveland is part of the Rust Belt and it shows. Alot of the buildings are over 40 years old and not particularly well maintained, the crime rate creeps ever higher inverse to the number of jobs that leave the city. The city tends to look the other way towards a lot of organizations if they pony up enough cash. While Cleveland is not in debt one has to wonder if that's only because of the amount of kickbacks and bribes that heads their way. The fact that the Cuyahoga river has caught on fire more than a few times stands as evidence of how little the city has done for itself when not pushed. Bad Luck is Contagious Cleveland has never had much of an easy time in the 20th century and the 21st isn't shaping much better. Between sports teams, businesses and even gambling the city as a whole has had a long string of bad luck that seems almost contagious. Some in the supernatural community find this interesting and think it's something to do with some kind of outsider influence. Others think people make their own luck and Cleveland's had a series of bad decisions The Curse of Nostalgia Clevelanders tend to view the past with rose tinted glasses. Very few people have hope for the future and many often look to Clevelands past to try to drdge up some past glory. Unfortunately Cleveland's past is not the sparkling diamond many view it as, and more than a few things from the past are more than willing to come to come back to bite the North Coast's collective ass. With this blindness, many Clevelanders try their best to ignore what's often in front of them, choosing instead to believe they're still in the glory days Something Wicked this way Comes There is a feeling of encroachment on all sides like something big is coming something just beneath the surface. The Courts are beginning to consolidate power and shore up their defenses, and even a few mortals have begun to prepare. There have been sights of creatures of shadow walking in the night and no side has laid claim to who or what they are. Threat's The Slasher Strikes Again! Cleveland has been plagued by a serial killer that the press has dubbed 'The Slasher'. The police have yet to come up with any concrete leads and while there's thought that this is a supernatural killer, no one's willing to lay claim to him Gang wars are Heating up Open Warfare on the streets is becoming more common place. The two major gangs, the Black Stones and the 18th street Reds are fighting for control of the Hough. The primary reason that the war is heating up is the sale of a new drug called Blue Dust, a product similar to meth and bath salts, that has hit the streets. Apart from a high, the Dust also makes users highly aggressive and easily manipulated Any Body Home? A more recent issue to the city is the fact that many graves are being found dug up, with the entire coffin taken away. No one has yet to see anyone accomplish the feat, and no one has heard the amount of machinery necessary for it to be done so quickly. The bodies seem to be taken at random currently, and no identifiable pattern has occurred Students Disappearing Case Western, once a bastion of safety has been plagued by student disappearances. No demands, no bodies and no evidence is ever found the students simply....vanish. The student body is beginning to grow nervous, with people traveling alone and after dark only at their own peril

Description: The Cleveland Metroparks are one of the greatest testaments to humanity's power of the Fey: over 21,000 acres of once-vibrant wildlife and forest now subdued, kept for the entertainment of the young and the physically fit, nothing more than a mere source of fun and reason for regional pride. However, no matter how subdued, no matter how dormant... the forest remembers. And, sometimes, it wakes up just enough to wreak havoc on those who have forgotten about the dark times when children shouldn't be playing alone out in the woods... Aspect: Subdued Forest The Face: Name: Concept: The Emerald Lady Dormant Summer Princess William Rogers Suspicious Park Ranger

The unit where all the losers and weirdos of the department inevitably get sent. Lt. Gregory actually ASKED to be assigned to this department. The SIU is something of a joke at the best of times with the rest of the precinct, but as they solve cases the supernatural community is beginning to take notice Aspects Our Reports Double as Science Fiction On the Brink Monster Squad ? Temporary Aspects: