Description

House Armatage, House Humanitus, Le Maison de Rose bleu...

The House Armatage was originally founded in Lisbon, Portugal, the Head of the House was Prince Luis Armatage. House Armatage are a line of Plutus Guild Representatives and almost all members are bound in some way to Prince Armatage. Those who are not bound, are EXTREAMLY loyal to the Lineage. There are no traitors in the Lineage.

At least, that was the old House Armatage...

House Armatage in the modern nights have evolved. Although still a house of Plutarchs ruled by Prince Emitrius Luis Armatage, House Armatage today are also known as House Humanity, due to the House philosphy of maintaining one's humanity above all else.

Another great change is the Armatage line have become the noticeable decrease in female Embraces. Yet the reason for this is unknown, some suspect the pain felt by Luis Armatage with the death of his many childer was so great, especially the female deaths, of which reminded him of something from his past, which he has kept quiet about. Others rumor about a possible 'Curse' within the females in House Armatage. Due to all this, in the modern nights, the members of House Armatage are also known as the incubi.

Individual members of House Armatage are known as "de Rose bleu" due to the House sirgil of the Blue Rose, a symbol of beauty, nobility and patronage.

There are rumors of the Elders of this line slowly waking up. There are rumors of the 'Curse' upon the females on this line finally starting to take it's toll. There have been numerous members of House Armatage that have taken their place upon the House history, and have become almost myths in their accomplishments. The neonates of this House are truly the ones who have given it it's own identity, and in the same manner, they shall help bring it back to it's former glory. What does the future hold in store for House Armatage? Why not join and find out for yourself?

Benefits and Detriment of the House

Which of these is a benefit and which is a detriment may depend on your point of view.

-House Armatage is looking to focus on intense roleplay via e-mail and ocassional proxies from time to time to support one another in their Salon or performances. House Armatage philosophy allows for great potential in intense and challenging role-playing in maintaining one's humanity and the tragic nature of undead existence.

-Respect, despite whatever positions may be held, are encouraged. Discussions between family members are just that, discussions. Freedom to discuss whatever issue with respect and dignity between members is what is highly encouraged.

-Most members of the House are incredibly socialable and thus, tend to hold many different positions both within the Camarilla and the Toreador Clan. Not only in our apperance, but ever moreso our charisma. We are the leaders, the example for the others. We hold ourselves to higher standards than everyone else, because it's the right thing to do. We aren't beasts, we're still humane. It's within that counts, not without.

-Members are spread across the United States. As such, players are encouraged to keep in contact and Netplay over e-mail. A House list is already established, to aid in such endeavours. We play a very close knit family, and that makes for a lot of good role-play. It certainly won't be that you just get a name that is like everyone else's.

-Assistance for new players in realizing, yes, you CAN role-play without having to back-stab and cut-throat everyone, as well as being the "good guy". Humanitarian characters lend themselves more toward challenging and fulfilling role-playing.

Common Merits, Flaws, and Other Characteristics

Members of the House should have at least some of the following, depending on ST approval:

-At least a Humanity of 3.

-The Etiquette ability

-Natural Leader

-Eye for Beauty

-Social Traits at least at 7 traits.

-4 of those Social Traits are recommended to be Appearance-related, but it's not required.

-Soft-Hearted is recommended for those that wish to take it, but is not required.

-Blasé is recommended, but not required.

Requirements and Considerations for play within House Armatage

In the event that you are considered for membership in the House, you will want to know the following additional things:

-Those within the House are required to maintain, at minimum, a Humanity of 3. Those who maintain a Humanity of 4 are given the Toreador Status of *Honorable* by those within the House. The few that have and are able to maintain a Humanity of 5 are given, along with the former Toreador Status of *Honorable*, the Status of *Humane*. As such, it is stressed and emphasized to maintain and garner your Humanity.

-Due to their tremendous loyalty to the Clan, all members are required to be Oathsworn to the Clan.

-MOST of the line is of Plutus Guild Representatives, but there are also the occasional Apollo and Aphrodite members. And perhaps the very rare Hephestus. The Head of our line is of Plutus, and chose those who reflected this.

-Due to the nature of the House and the rumor of the curse, if you wish to play a female member of House Armatage, we will be more than willing to work with you. But male characters are especially encouraged at this time.

-Due to the nature of the House and individual members being political savvy, it is recommended the players are familar with the Protocol of the Camarilla. If you are a new player, we will be more than happy in assisting you.

-Black Sheep and non-traditional Armatage concepts will not be accepted. We are a loyal and Noble House.

Non-Player Character (NPCs)

As stated before, we are looking for people to adopt NPC as their players. Until such time, all NPCs within the family are considered not active within the House Structure. With the exception of a few, they do not have the usual House Title as appropriate with their generation, their official IC is "L'Ambassadeur d'Armatage" as they are away on affairs of the House.

The same rule applies to retired PCs. If you wish to continue the participation within cour d'Armatage, don't retire your character. This policy is also established to allow PCs to take active control of the House Hierarchy and shape the Armatagian Destiny. The only exception to this rule are the characters retired prior to this write-up, if their players so wish, they may continue to NPC their original characters within the structure.

Written by Erick Quinones (9909-050) and Noël-Marcus L. Chan (9705-105)