Lathos
considers herself a true childe of Caine, and as such, worships only the
mythical first vampire as her God. Born in a time of shadows, Lathos
has lived long enough to be called an Antediluvian (over 10, 000 years
old), though some suspect Lathos has lived longer than that.Unlike many
vampires, Lathos remembers her past with perfect clarity. She can
just as easily tell you when she began to walk, or when she orchestrated
the fall of Rome. Rather than be known for her bloody exploits (and
they are too numerous and unspeakable to list), Lathos has become known
as the Keeper of Kindred Histories and Lore. Unlike Lillith, Lathos
chose to seclude herself, traveling first the land of Nod, and then the
world humans created, in search of her kinds History, collecting them as
a private collection for her self.
She is now the only creature in History to possess almost all of the teachings of Caine and of the First Vampires, dating back to Adam and Eve. It is said she even knows of the Gehenna (the final war) and the date of Caines rising. Because of the unnamable knowledge Lathos has gathered from the ancient books, scrolls, and stone tablets, she is a formidable foe and ally, as she hoards the powers of the Old World. Because of her innocent and childlike features, coupled with a sincere heart and warm spot for her kind, one would think that the years have sobered and mellowed Lathos. One would never think of such a gentle creature in a bad light, and they surely would not think that she would use her power to hurt her own beloved kind. They would be wrong. Lathos deserves the fear Kindred feel for her.
But, mortals aren't her only victims. She's known to do even worse to her own kind. A good heart she may have, but coupled with her bloodlust, and her skill, she is anything but 'good'. Lathos has gained and learned her power from the knowledge of the books she's collected, unlike many today (simply because she held all of the books). Many a neonates, as well as elders and a number of ancients have had their lives made very… miserable after underestimating Lathos. She has been the influence of events around the world for centuries. Because Lillith is said to be the 'Mother of Darkness', one of those directly connected to Caine, Lathos respects her, and loves her. She acts as an advisor, friend, and it is rumored, as a lover, to Lillith. Because Lathos' bloodline is potent, as well as extremely strong, Lathos only makes one new Childe each year. Unlike the new, evolved Kindred of the modern world who are able to create dozens of childer in a week, creating just one child weakens Lathos considerably. In the past, a number of her children have gone mad from the power, eventually killing them selves. Lathos considers her Progeny very carefully, wanting to insure that her continued bloodline will not turn into maniacs, before embracing them.
Her home, and the surrounding area for miles, is where she makes her personal hunting grounds, and no one has dared to trespass as they are patrolled and protected by the bloodthirsty werewolves loyal to Lathos. Instead of venturing out to feed, Lathos keeps to tradition, having Blood Feasts, as any true childe of Caine would, holding court and performing age old rites in the name of their creator, Caine. Sometimes, she even invites a select few 'guests'. Most nights Lathos is secluded in her home, examining
ancient texts that speak of Kindred History. Others times she can
be found at any of the clubs and social gatherings the Kindred or Kine
are having.As of yet, she has not aligned herself to any one Clan, preferring
favorites within each Clan as Lillith does. This may all change as
the tide has brought with it new clans for Lathos to observe and enjoy.
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