Baali
This line
of Vampires originated in Mesopotamia; it was once much
more extensive and powerful, but was decimated by a coalition
of several other Clans who found the Baali's rituals vile
even by Kindred standards. Since then, the line has existed
in anonymity for millennia; most other Kindred believe them
to be a legend, and Baali usually pose as Caitiffs around
other Kindred. They have slowly spread over Europe and into
the Americas, and some have joined the Sabbat.
Baali
are devil-worshippers. They are more committed to utter
evil then the most psychotic Malkavian or brutal Sabbat
Bishop. They firmly believe in the eventual ascension of
utter darkness and that Vampires are the chosen minions
of the Powers that Wait on earth. They do not wish to maintain
a Masquerade from their chosen prey, or even for Vampiric
supremacy like the Sabbat - they wish to summon their great
lords back into the world, to turn the planet into a demon-ridden
hell.
Appearance:
Baali are almost studiously nondescript, but those with
high Presence seem to give off an aura of evil. They can
be of any race and either sex.
Haven:Baali
usually maintain Havens far away from Kindred or kine, such
as in abandoned houses or farms - the better to practice
their rites.
Background:
Baali only choose to Embrace humans who are intelligent,
driven and completely callous. Most of their Progeny are
interested in the occult even in life, and all Baali practice
it once Embraced.
Character
Conception: Most Baali are between 25 and 45 when Embraced,
although some are Chosen at a much older age. Many come
from a Dilettante or Professor background. All Baali have
an Occult score of at least 1; Mental Attributes and Talents
are primary.
Organization:
Baali usually form small, coven-like groups ('flocks') of
between three and six Vampires. The most powerful sorcerer
of the flock is the leader, ruling with an iron fist.
Weakness:
Baali are affected by religious symbols, just like the traditional
movie Vampire, and take double damage from Faith.
Quote:
"Your struggles are futile. What is to be will be.
Accept your place in the fires eternal."
Disciplines:
Obfuscate, Presence, Daimoinon
