For your consideration: [hider= Dorian Amarinth][center] [img] https://66.media.tumblr.com/1c540b1d31a7fafb864cf1af46d9a533/tumblr_oe8iwlgX7I1tvcm3ko1_r1_540.jpg [/img] [color=f08080][b] Dorian Amarinth [/b][/color][/center] [color=f08080]Age:[/color] 51 (The effects of aging have been nullified due to the Spell of Life therefore he retains the appearance of someone in their early-twenties ) [color=f08080]Species:[/color] Amenti [color=f08080] Dynasty:[/color] Sakhmu [color=f08080] Hekau (Magical Path):[/color] Effigy [color=f08080]Powers/Skill:[/color] Dorian is an Amenti (also known as an undying), which is the outcome of the Great Rite where the spiritual remnants (Tem-akh) of a mummy from the Dark Kingdom of Sand binds with the recently deceased soul of a mortal who has Hamartia (or a hole within the soul). Unlike Vampires, Amenti are alive; as the have been restored to everlasting life by the Great Rite. Therefore, like mortals the need to eat, sleep, and breathe. Though, they no longer age and retain the vitality of a young adult. The physical vessel of an undying can be destroyed on this plane of existence like any mortal, but the Spell of Life ensures that they be resurrected. However, for an Amenti to experience true death one would have to either employ powerful spells/ rituals or expose the Amenti to a nuclear strike. In the hierarchy of the Amenti Dorian’s dynasty was determined to Sakhmu, which instills him with a powerful Khu (auru) allowing him to gain greater insight into matters than other Amenti. However, this powerful Khu makes him uniquely memorable even to mortals and it is impossible for himto go anywhere unnoticed. Effigy is magical path governing connections between things. Dorian can extend Sekhem (Lifeforce) to create small figures known as Ushabti to serve a servants, spies, or even soldiers. He can also craft a miniature replica of an relatively complex object (like a sword or a car) that can be turned into a full-sized object when activated. [color=f08080]Appearance:[/color] Before his re-emergence Dorian carried himself like royalty with an air of pretentiousness; he was a finicky and precise dresser, only clothing himself in the finest garments money could buy. His visage was usually plastered with a look of smug assurance or haughty boredom. However, since his impromptu sabbatical in Egypt something clearly changed about Dorian. He no longer walks with his nose in the air, he instead moves with unexpected humility and obeisance. The emotional mask he wore around others has given way to displays of genuine emotion. When he needs to exert power in an interaction, he does so subtly by speaking slowly and deliberately, slowing down the pace of the interaction, making others wait for him. If one were to stare deeply into his pale blue eyes, one could almost become lost in them; they are confident yet comforting. Despite the changes in his demeanor after his “trip” Dorian retained his alluring androgyny. [color=f08080]Personality:[/color] Before his overdose and subsequent death Dorian lived a lavish lifestyle on his parent’s dime and certainly was not afraid to flaunt it; humility and humbleness were virtues unknown to him at the time. He found humor and pleasure in his cruelty towards others. People were disposable to Dorian, even those he is initially attracted to, there exists plenty of spurned lovers of his whom he rid himself of when the initial thrill of relationship subsided .The vastness of his parents’ coffers only fueled his persistent lack of ambition. Being narcissistic he was intrinsically afraid of failure and could not accept even the slightest piece of constructive criticism.; he exclusively surrounded himself with flatterers and bootlickers in order to never be challenged. However, after readily accepting the offer of another chance at life as proposed by a Tem-akh he was fundamentally changed as his soul was relived of Hamartia and his eyes were opened to the reality of the world around him; everything…everyone was connected. How could have he been so self-centered before? Though as a mortal he never heard of Ma'at (the cosmic principle of virtue, justice and balance), it still beckoned to him and throughout his life he purposely ignored its call to instead pursue his vices. He joyfully wept at the thought of redemption. After years spent in Egypt after completing his Hajj Dorian returned to Los Angles with a new outlook on existence. His smugness was replaced with sincerity, his ennui with enthusiasm, his emptiness with fullness. His proverbial cup was running over with unbridled passion and boundless creativity. For the first time in his life Dorian had a purpose. He is a gentler wiser person than he once was. He is no longer a slave to his vices and addictions. [color=f08080]Biography:[/color] Dorian was born into a life of wealth and privilege; the first-born son of a famous political family he was dotted on by his parents. The Amarinth political dynasty in California spans about a century in length and young Dorian was expected to carry on the family business per say. He spent his formative years having his every whim tended to by an army of servants and learning from the best tutors’ money could buy. He began drinking heavily and experimenting with heroin even before enrolling at Yale, and had an unsuccessful stint in rehab during his first semester. The responsibility for gaining a future political position was thrusted on to his more capable younger brother Oliver. Once he dropped out of university he was practically disowned by his family but was never officially cut off of his parents money in exchange for staying out of the spotlight. With a practically unlimited budget Dorian retreated further into his vices died of and in a flophouse bathroom on the eve of his twenty-first birthday he succumbed to an accidental overdose of a mix of drugs including heroin, cocaine and amphetamines. He was for all intents and purposes dead. However, before his soul could be judged he was approached by a Tem-akh who offered to merge with him in order to give him a second chance at life. When a tem-akh and a mortal soul join, the process is often traumatic for the mortal soul which temporarily cedes control of their body to the Tem-akh. The Tem-akh has control over the body and attempts to travel to Egypt to receive to receive the Spell of Life; this journey, is called the Hajj. Despite the low success rate the Tem-akh with help from those agents in the employ of the Ashukhi Corporation managed to reach Egypt to receive the Spell of Life and cement the bond. Dorian Amarinth spent thirty years in Alexandria training and accumulating to his new eternal existence. He came to view the city as his second home, but Amenti are not expected to stay within the Web of Faith forever; reborn they have to leave the proverbial womb eventually. He was sent to help the Amenti and their allies gain a foothold in Los Angeles by driving out the minions in service to Apophis’ champion Set. [hider=NPCs] [hider= Zaius (Ushabti)] [img] https://www.bmimages.com/pix/MISC/005/00581949_004.JPG [/img] It normally appears to be a small hand-carved figurine of a Baboon, but Dorian can will the trinket to take the form of a living baboon servant. Once transformed the Ushabti would grow in size and would be indistinguishable from a flesh and blood baboon. He affectionately calls him Zaius. [/hider] [hider= Oliver Amarinth] [img] https://66.media.tumblr.com/6a676cecd3dce45b74b7776b4c20b687/tumblr_n82rl2CJGw1rbc4bko1_r2_1280.png [/img] Name: Oliver Amarinth Age: 48 Species: Human Occupation: Representative for California's 34th congressional district The second-born son of a famous political family. Oliver attended military college at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. Due to his stellar grades, he was accepted and graduated from Harvard Law School. The Amarinth political dynasty in California spans about a century in length and young Oliver was expected to carry on the family business in his brother’s stead. He always despised his older brother and was happy to overtake him as the prodigy of the family. When his lush of a brother disappeared all those years ago Oliver certainly shed no tears. After a few political setbacks at the age of 31 launched a successful bid for a seat in the United States House of Representatives. An intricate schemer Oliver worked with the various factions of Los Angeles to ensure his victory, though he is still unaware of their supernatural origins. An envelope recently arrived from a trusted benefactor while he was Washington helping to draft legislation, it contained a time-stamped polaroid of a figure resembling his presumed deceased brother departing a plane at Los Angeles International Airport; on the back of the picture written in black sharpie was a number to call. After a brief conversation Oliver was on a plane heading back to Los Angeles. [/hider] [hider= Selim Basara] [img] https://66.media.tumblr.com/20ce10365b6eb49f682b7411e8f2e81d/tumblr_n4d6lb2Pg91rbc4bko1_1280.png [/img] Name: Selim Basara Age: 39 Species: Human Occupation: Human Resources Agent for the Ashukhi Corporation Selim Basara is officially listed as Egyptian National in the employ of Los Angeles branch of the Ashukhi Corporation; he allegedly works in the human resources department, but it seems he never has office hours. Selim Basara is Dorian’s official minder and bodyguard for the time being. He is not only there to help the Amenti gain a foothold in Los Angeles by driving out the minions in service to Apophis’ champion Set, but to also ensure that Dorian does not stray from the path of balance. A deeply religious man one can usual find him in the local mosque embroiled in a lengthy discussion with the Imam during his limited free time. He shares little about himself or his past, but it can be gleaned that he underwent some type of military training at some point during his life. [/hider] [hider= Sings-In-Shadows] [img] https://66.media.tumblr.com/437fefbb9af158ae38356a9b8032424e/tumblr_nxvejg1H161twp8b1o1_1280.jpg [/img] Name: Sings-In-Shadows Age: 25 Species: Garou Tribe: Bone Gnawers Auspice: Galliard Totem: Rat Occupation: Leader of the "Diamond Dogs" If the Bone Gnawers are considered the lowest rung of werewolf society then in hierarchy of those supernatural elements present in Los Angeles the "Diamond Dogs" would be the lowest rung of the lowest rung; even amongst other Bone Gnawers they are considered a joke much to the chargin of the leader of the street gang Sings-In-Shadows. Sings-In-Shadows status as orphan given up at birth, is the lens through which he views society; despite his usual sardonic demeanor he intrinsically longs for connection and acceptance. Originally from Michgan he was shuffled around the state's Foster care system for years until he was placed in a youth detention center for petty crimes; in retrospect the youth's behavioural problems probably stemmed from his werewolf heritage. This rejection bred a lingering contempt for humanity and a society that he could never be a part of. He experienced his first change after escaping the confines of the reform school. On the run from the law he encountered a group of wandering Bone Gnawers amongst the dirfters he encountered; they sheltered him from the hardships of the road and took him in as kin. Eventually the group made it to Los Angeles where they incorporated themselves into larger Bone Gnawer community there. It was purely by hapenstance that Sings-In-Shadows and the "Diamond Dogs" became involved with the Ashukhi Corporation; the group managed to intercept a correspondence meant for a rival gang offering them employment as emissarys and fact finders. Filled with previouly unknown charisma and charm Sings-In-Shadows managed to hoodwink the odd foreigners into using his gang instead. As of late Sings-In-Shadows finds himself mesmerized by Dorian, who recently arrived from Egypt a few weeks ago. People seem naturally drawn to the mysterious figure as opposed Sings-In-Shadows whose curse drives most people away. He has been trying to talk to Dorian without his chaperone present in order to discover his secret. [/hider] [/hider] [/hider]