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

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