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− | + | ===Aware, Awareness=== | |
::An ability of the Blessed that allows them to open up their psychic senses to the surrounding area, in order to perceive the non-physical. (See also: Passive Scan) ''(SP)'' | ::An ability of the Blessed that allows them to open up their psychic senses to the surrounding area, in order to perceive the non-physical. (See also: Passive Scan) ''(SP)'' | ||
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− | + | ===Balance, Balances === | |
− | ::A ritual between two of the Soldiers, in which pieces of the Power Structure are exchanged on a permanent basis. Such an exchange forges a deep phyiscal and spiritual link between the participants in which they become a literal "part" of one another. Allows access to each other's memories, thoughts, abilities. Believed to be essential by Pierre Farquell to keep the Soldiers tied to their humanity. | + | ::A ritual between two of the Soldiers, in which pieces of the Power Structure are exchanged on a permanent basis. Such an exchange forges a deep phyiscal and spiritual link between the participants in which they become a literal "part" of one another. Allows access to each other's memories, thoughts, abilities. Believed to be essential by Pierre Farquell to keep the Soldiers tied to their humanity. Done only extremely rarely amongst the Blessed, though more often amongst the Soldiers. (See also: Conjoined) ''(PF)'' |
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::A degenerate form of Nightsider, created when a human is drained of blood through Communion, without an appropriate amount of the Necrophage already present. Beasts are little more than savage animals controlled by the will of their creator. Considered tools or expendable. Last known instance of such was in 1927. It is currently unknown whether or not the Seelie or Un-Seelie can create Beasts. ''(EN)'' | ::A degenerate form of Nightsider, created when a human is drained of blood through Communion, without an appropriate amount of the Necrophage already present. Beasts are little more than savage animals controlled by the will of their creator. Considered tools or expendable. Last known instance of such was in 1927. It is currently unknown whether or not the Seelie or Un-Seelie can create Beasts. ''(EN)'' | ||
− | + | ===Blessed=== | |
:Individuals who have sworn the Oath to The Master Of The Tower. Such individuals are physically and spiritually transformed, gaining new awarenesses and abilities. (See also: Soldiers) ''(SP)'' | :Individuals who have sworn the Oath to The Master Of The Tower. Such individuals are physically and spiritually transformed, gaining new awarenesses and abilities. (See also: Soldiers) ''(SP)'' | ||
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::(Mystical) Any event, ritual or act of will that connects two persons together on a spiritual level. May be permanent or temporary. ''(UN)'' | ::(Mystical) Any event, ritual or act of will that connects two persons together on a spiritual level. May be permanent or temporary. ''(UN)'' | ||
− | + | === Bonded === | |
:To give up one's freedom in any or all areas (such as speech, action, thought, etc.) to another willingly. Thought to be derived from or based on the term Bondsman. Used mostly in a derogatory context. ''(SP)'' | :To give up one's freedom in any or all areas (such as speech, action, thought, etc.) to another willingly. Thought to be derived from or based on the term Bondsman. Used mostly in a derogatory context. ''(SP)'' | ||
− | + | === Bondsman === | |
:A ritual between one of the Blessed or Soldiers and any other person, in which pieces of the Self or Power Structure are exchanged on a permanent or temporary basis. Such an exchange forges a link between the participants and allows them access to each other's memories, thoughts and on occassion, abilities. Can be dissolved by the agreement of both parties without harm to either. Done often amognst the French Soldiers, rarely amongst the Blessed of the Keep. ''(UN)'' | :A ritual between one of the Blessed or Soldiers and any other person, in which pieces of the Self or Power Structure are exchanged on a permanent or temporary basis. Such an exchange forges a link between the participants and allows them access to each other's memories, thoughts and on occassion, abilities. Can be dissolved by the agreement of both parties without harm to either. Done often amognst the French Soldiers, rarely amongst the Blessed of the Keep. ''(UN)'' | ||
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− | + | ===Catacombs=== | |
::Specifically the rooms and spaces underground beneath the Keep in Trujillo. Some rooms in this area are known to be used as Portalways.''(SP)'' | ::Specifically the rooms and spaces underground beneath the Keep in Trujillo. Some rooms in this area are known to be used as Portalways.''(SP)'' | ||
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::Nightsider derogatory term for human beings. No longer used since 1930.''(NS)'' | ::Nightsider derogatory term for human beings. No longer used since 1930.''(NS)'' | ||
− | + | === Conjoined === | |
::A ritual between two of the Blessed, in which pieces of the Self are exchanged on a permanent basis. Such an exchange forged a deep phyiscal and spiritual link between the participants in which they become a literal "part" of one another. Allows access to each other's memories, thoughts, abilities. Distanted by the Blessed as a sign of weakness. Done only extremely rarely amongst the Blessed, though more often amongst the Soldiers. (See also: Balances) ''(SP)'' | ::A ritual between two of the Blessed, in which pieces of the Self are exchanged on a permanent basis. Such an exchange forged a deep phyiscal and spiritual link between the participants in which they become a literal "part" of one another. Allows access to each other's memories, thoughts, abilities. Distanted by the Blessed as a sign of weakness. Done only extremely rarely amongst the Blessed, though more often amongst the Soldiers. (See also: Balances) ''(SP)'' | ||
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==== Companion ==== | ==== Companion ==== | ||
::A human of any gender who is tied to the Seelie (or Un-Seelie) through bonds of emotion and the sharing of Communion. Originally an Enclave term to designate the chosen heir to the family line - as of 1930 in common usage to mean anyone who occupies that role. ''(EN)'' | ::A human of any gender who is tied to the Seelie (or Un-Seelie) through bonds of emotion and the sharing of Communion. Originally an Enclave term to designate the chosen heir to the family line - as of 1930 in common usage to mean anyone who occupies that role. ''(EN)'' | ||
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::Designation used to describe the struggle against those forces or entities that would seek to invade the Earth from the Outside. (i.e. creatures from the Lovecraftian Mythos) ''(PF)'' | ::Designation used to describe the struggle against those forces or entities that would seek to invade the Earth from the Outside. (i.e. creatures from the Lovecraftian Mythos) ''(PF)'' | ||
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− | ::A group of people originally connected with Pierre Farquell, or directed by him, who opposed the efforts of Goddard Islies' | + | ::A group of people originally connected with Pierre Farquell, or directed by him, who opposed the efforts of Goddard Islies' people through the use of arcane knowledge or abilities. Term used as a catch all phrase regardless of nationality. The French are currently led by the Philosopher King. ''(SP)'' |
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:A special ability or skill that the Blessed develop, that is uniquely the individal's. A natural consequence of their evolution and learning to control their arcane abilities. Originally derived from the term "Gift Of God" (See also:Talent) ''(SP)'' | :A special ability or skill that the Blessed develop, that is uniquely the individal's. A natural consequence of their evolution and learning to control their arcane abilities. Originally derived from the term "Gift Of God" (See also:Talent) ''(SP)'' | ||
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==== Outsider, Outsiders ==== | ==== Outsider, Outsiders ==== | ||
::Any of the non-earthly creatures whose presence within our reality/earth cause destruction and death. (i.e. Lovecraftian Mythos Monsters)''(UN)'' | ::Any of the non-earthly creatures whose presence within our reality/earth cause destruction and death. (i.e. Lovecraftian Mythos Monsters)''(UN)'' | ||
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==== Treaty, The ==== | ==== Treaty, The ==== | ||
::An agreement struck in December 1929 between certain members of the Nightsider Community and Carl Ellis' people, to mutually help one another in The Fight. ''(CE)'' | ::An agreement struck in December 1929 between certain members of the Nightsider Community and Carl Ellis' people, to mutually help one another in The Fight. ''(CE)'' | ||
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