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'''Apparent Age:''' Mid-to-late forties.
 
'''Apparent Age:''' Mid-to-late forties.
  
'''Concept:''' Security Consultant
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'''Concept:''' Consultant
  
'''Physical description:''' Alec stands 6' even, about 180 lbs, short salt-and-pepper hair. Wire-frame glasses, prefers business casual, avoiding full suits and ties. Leather laptop bag.
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'''Physical description:''' 6' even, about 180 lbs, short salt-and-pepper hair. Wire-frame glasses, business dress with slacks, dress shirt, and black sport coat. Tie optional, usually green. Leather laptop bag. Wears a lapel pin that looks like a scaled egg; this replaced his formerly ever-present American flag. Beneath that pin is a crest for the Nosferatu Justicariate, denoting service to Archon Dubhan.
  
'''Detailed Status:  
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'''Personal Status:  
  
 
*'''Acknowledged''' by James Branderson, Prince of Kansas City, KS
 
*'''Acknowledged''' by James Branderson, Prince of Kansas City, KS
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*'''Respected''' by Elder Churchill of [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Griffin,_GA Griffin, GA]
 
*'''Respected''' by Elder Churchill of [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Griffin,_GA Griffin, GA]
 
*'''Well-Connected''' by Prince [[Marzio Rosselli]] of [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Middle_Georgia Middle Georgia]<br>
 
*'''Well-Connected''' by Prince [[Marzio Rosselli]] of [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Middle_Georgia Middle Georgia]<br>
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*'''Devoted''' by Primogen [[Jan van Rheinlander]] of Griffin, GA
  
*'''Revered''' as Ventrue Primogen of Middle Georgia
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'''Honorary Status:
  
*'''Valorous''' as a Legionnaire
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*'''Valorous''' as a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Society:Ivory_Legion Legionnaire]
  
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'''Positional Status:
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*'''Enduring''' loaned from [[Rachel Dubhan]], as servire
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*'''Revered''' as Primogen of Middle Georgia
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'''Ivory Legion Rank:
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*Centurion (Head of Recruitment/Training)
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[[File:Serpenting_egg_lapel_pin.jpg|thumb|left| "Someone else picked it out for me."]]
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[[File:Alec%27s_Equerry.jpg|thumb|right| "This seems more appropriate for you." - Charles McMillan]]
 
'''Dignitas (Ventrue Only):
 
'''Dignitas (Ventrue Only):
  
 
*'''The Equerry'''
 
*'''The Equerry'''
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*'''The Sword'''
 
*'''The Serpentine Egg'''
 
*'''The Serpentine Egg'''
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*'''The White Cross'''<br>
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'''Directorate/Clan Prestige(Ventrue Only):
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*'''Aedile''' of Middle Georgia
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*'''2''' Clan Prestige'''
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<h2>Character Information</h2>
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<br><h2>Character Information</h2>
  
 
==Known History==
 
==Known History==
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[[File:Images_(1).jpg|thumb|left| Strategize. Operationalize. Analyze. Lather, Rinse, Repeat.]]
 
[[File:Images_(1).jpg|thumb|left| Strategize. Operationalize. Analyze. Lather, Rinse, Repeat.]]
  
Little is known of Alec. He was in [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Griffin,_GA Griffin] in its first nights as a Camarilla domain, but disappeared soon after. He has since been seen in [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Savannah,_GA Savannah], [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Athens,_GA Athens], [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Atlanta,_GA Atlanta], and [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Middle_Georgia Middle Georgia]. He generally keeps a low profile, but excuses himself from conversations that turn rude or weird.
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Alec was in [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Griffin,_GA Griffin] in its first nights as a Camarilla domain, but disappeared soon after. He has since been seen in [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Savannah,_GA Savannah], [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Athens,_GA Athens], [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Atlanta,_GA Atlanta], and [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Category:Domain:Middle_Georgia Middle Georgia].
  
Topics of conversation that interest Alec include oddly specific stories of past business dealings (as specific as they can be when all parties are referred to with pronouns), discussion of the (legal) global arms trade, and information as a weapon. He presents himself as a strict rationalist, with the survival of the Kindred race as his first and guiding principle. In several public conversations/debates, Alec has spoken at length about the problems of limited resources and of marshaling them towards ends that will get the most return for one's investment, even as he plays down his stake in financial matters and markets. Instead, he speaks of it "from a security perspective," gladly explaining his field to those who listen.
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He presents himself as a strict rationalist with survival of the Kindred race as his first and guiding principle. Alec speaks at length about the problems of limited resources and marshaling them towards ends that will get the most return on investment, while playing down his stake in financial matters and markets. Instead, he speaks "from a security perspective," gladly explaining risk management theory to any who will listen.
  
Alec strongly advocates prestation and the use of boons to settle debts in Camarilla society. He has spoken at gathers in Macon, Athens, and Atlanta about what he sees as pillars of the Camarilla, coming down harshly on those he believes weaken the boon economy. Alec has taken his points national, writing on the necessity of Kindred getting paid to fight off a growing movement of citizens volunteering services "for the good of the domain."
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Alec strongly advocates prestation and the use of boons to settle debts in Camarilla society. He has spoken at gathers in Macon, Athens, and Atlanta about what he sees as pillars of the Camarilla, coming down harshly on those he believes weaken the boon economy. Alec has taken his points to the international Camarilla forum, writing on the necessity of Kindred getting paid to fight off a growing movement of citizens volunteering services "for the good of the domain."
  
Most recently, Alec got himself into trouble by publicly stripping three of his fellow Ventrue (a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Antonia_Petrella Keeper], a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Jan_van_Rheinlander Prince], and a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Charles_McMillan Sovereign Prince]) over their allowance of a self-described "mummy" to exist in Atlanta and Griffin as a "ghoul." He lost his primogen seat, but took on the role of Deputy Sheriff and enlisted in the Ivory Legion.
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With this perspective and background, Alec stripped three of his fellow Ventrue (a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Antonia_Petrella Keeper], a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Jan_van_Rheinlander Prince], and a [http://camarilla.owbn.net/index.php?title=Charles_McMillan Sovereign Prince]) over their allowance of a self-described "mummy" to live in Atlanta and Griffin as a "ghoul." He quickly lost his primogen seat, but recovered by becoming Deputy Sheriff and enlisting in the Ivory Legion.
  
While others continue to be mired in scandal and an inability to look forward, Alec has redoubled his efforts to protect the Masquerade not only by addressing issues himself, but also by putting his expertise on the market. He has made public offers to instruct Camarilla Kindred in skills commonly needed to address these kinds of situations, including his clan disciplines. There is no need for a one-man war. If all Kindred bear responsibility for keeping the Masquerade, Alec is determined to see to it that they have the right tools...and no excuses.
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Alec continues his efforts to protect the Masquerade not only by addressing issues himself, but by putting his expertise on the market and hosting salons, giving lectures, and holding informal conversations on the topic. He has made public offers to instruct Camarilla Kindred in skills commonly needed to address these kinds of situations. There is no need for a one-man war. If all Kindred bear responsibility for keeping the Masquerade, Alec is determined to see to it that they have the right tools...and no excuses.
  
When the Mummy Ephraim resurfaced in Middle Georgia on the night of December 1, 2017, Alec sounded the alarm to anyone and everyone that would hear. Ephraim was subdued by the Scourge, and Alec soon after accepted his clan's primogen seat in Middle Georgia.
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His consulting background never too far from the foreground, Alec advises Princes, Sheriffs, and others on tactical issues, stressing the need for coordination and discipline. On multiple occasions, he has been given field commands in operations against enemies of the Camarilla like Sabbat, lupines, and hunters. He strives to lead by example and is not afraid to put himself on the front lines against such foes, but often works with younger members of Camarilla domains to instill military values in them, sometimes to the point of actively recruiting for the Ivory Legion among those same younger Kindred. His work as Servire to Archon Dubhan sees him mostly in Griffin, GA these nights. He is often seen working with young Kindred who've found themselves serving in Camarilla positions, explaining the ways of the world and advising them how to work towards prosperity and stability.
  
 
==Coterie==
 
==Coterie==
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*[[Corkie Pelligrino]]
 
*[[Corkie Pelligrino]]
 
*[[Rachel Dubhan]]
 
*[[Rachel Dubhan]]
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*[[Valkyria]]
  
 
==Enemies==
 
==Enemies==
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* Ephraim the Mummy
 
* Ephraim the Mummy
 
* Dr. Ion
 
* Dr. Ion
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**Now Jack the Lasombra since his forced Embrace
  
 
==Sire==
 
==Sire==
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*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Shepherd_(film) The Good Shepherd]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Shepherd_(film) The Good Shepherd]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikhail_Kalashnikov Mikhail Kalashnikov]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikhail_Kalashnikov Mikhail Kalashnikov]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_(U.S._TV_series) William Cross]
 
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Edwards_Deming W. Edwards Deming]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Edwards_Deming W. Edwards Deming]
*[http://anecessaryevil.weebly.com/simeon-weisz.html  Simeon Weisz]
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*[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/KnightTemplar Knight Templar]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuxnet  Stuxnet]
 
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuxnet  Stuxnet]
 
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Snowden Edward Snowden]
 
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Snowden Edward Snowden]
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40JmEj0_aVM Fortunate Son - Creedence Clearwater Revival]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40JmEj0_aVM Fortunate Son - Creedence Clearwater Revival]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfLD-7bCtME I Want It All - Queen]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfLD-7bCtME I Want It All - Queen]
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ST86JM1RPl0 Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpbbuaIA3Ds Money - Pink Floyd]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpbbuaIA3Ds Money - Pink Floyd]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyV_UG60dD4 Mission Statement - Weird Al Yankovic]
 
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyV_UG60dD4 Mission Statement - Weird Al Yankovic]
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT2nkaBrgsc Army Strong]
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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCBxI9yKLgw When I Was a Lad - Gilbert & Sullivan]
  
 
==Quotes==
 
==Quotes==
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[[File:Information-security-consulting1.jpg|thumb|left| Synergy!]]
 
[[File:Information-security-consulting1.jpg|thumb|left| Synergy!]]
  
* "It behooves me to keep my operation small and mobile..." - Alec, when asked why he has yet to settle down
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* "Someone else picked it out for me." - Alec, to [[Petra Grunwald-Cole]] when asked about his new lapel pin.
** "...small and mobile."  - Alec, a few minutes later when the conversation turned to how to deal with lupine issues
 
 
 
*Prince McMillan: "Okay, let's go to ''your'' command center."
 
**Alec: "Err, about that..."
 
  
 
* "Raise your standards."
 
* "Raise your standards."
** "The most depressing thing about the modern Camarilla: sufficient standards often mean being alone."
 
  
 
* "My name is Alec Finch. I'm Ivory Legion, and the Prince has seen fit to give me command of this mission. You will follow my orders. You will not hesitate to do so. We will march together to hell's teeth itself, and if you run, I will get Right of Destruction and cut you down myself. Do you understand me?"
 
* "My name is Alec Finch. I'm Ivory Legion, and the Prince has seen fit to give me command of this mission. You will follow my orders. You will not hesitate to do so. We will march together to hell's teeth itself, and if you run, I will get Right of Destruction and cut you down myself. Do you understand me?"
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* "To Camarilla justice. Long may it reign." - a toast with [[Cora Giovanni]].
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* "I'm not afraid to speak truth to power. There is no greater form of respect."
  
 
==Rumors==
 
==Rumors==
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[[File:Finch.jpg|thumb|right| Views from outside. Drawn by Dora Jay.]]
 
*An affair turned foul is the cause of his departure from each domain he has left.
 
*An affair turned foul is the cause of his departure from each domain he has left.
 
** (Ventrue only) Hence that shiny new Serpentine Egg?
 
** (Ventrue only) Hence that shiny new Serpentine Egg?
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* Betrayed his Prince and the Ventrue by publicly airing dirty laundry considering the "ghoul" Ephraim.
 
* Betrayed his Prince and the Ventrue by publicly airing dirty laundry considering the "ghoul" Ephraim.
 
** Just an excuse to [http://docs.google.com/document/d/1L4tfv4_932T-vuTtOoELGBiGj0rR1mMBq5ei0NO_uWQ/edit?usp=sharing  strip] his more accomplished clanmates of status to elevate his own position.
 
** Just an excuse to [http://docs.google.com/document/d/1L4tfv4_932T-vuTtOoELGBiGj0rR1mMBq5ei0NO_uWQ/edit?usp=sharing  strip] his more accomplished clanmates of status to elevate his own position.
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***Of all the Archons around to be servire to, why would the Ventrue go with a Toreador with a long history of antagonism towards his clan? Hmm...
  
 
* Alec despises paisleys.
 
* Alec despises paisleys.
 
** Actually, have you ever seen him wear a tie at all?
 
** Actually, have you ever seen him wear a tie at all?
 
*** He wore a dapper green one when he took his seat on the Middle Georgia Primogen Council.
 
*** He wore a dapper green one when he took his seat on the Middle Georgia Primogen Council.
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****And another striking green one when he was named Servire to Archon Rachel Dubhan.
  
 
* Alec was allegedly involved in the disappearance of one of his Georgia clanmates. Was destroying the standing of the local Ventrue not enough?
 
* Alec was allegedly involved in the disappearance of one of his Georgia clanmates. Was destroying the standing of the local Ventrue not enough?
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* Punted spectres back into the deadlands through a painting.
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* I am Prosymnus.

Revision as of 14:53, 12 June 2019

Clan Ventrue
Position Servire
Status 5+1+1
Domain Middle Georgia
Coterie Unknown
Society Ivory Legion
Path Humanity 00
Player Roddy



Overview

Professionalism and experience.

Alias(es): None publicly used

Real Name: Unknown

Apparent Age: Mid-to-late forties.

Concept: Consultant

Physical description: 6' even, about 180 lbs, short salt-and-pepper hair. Wire-frame glasses, business dress with slacks, dress shirt, and black sport coat. Tie optional, usually green. Leather laptop bag. Wears a lapel pin that looks like a scaled egg; this replaced his formerly ever-present American flag. Beneath that pin is a crest for the Nosferatu Justicariate, denoting service to Archon Dubhan.

Personal Status:

Honorary Status:

Positional Status:

  • Enduring loaned from Rachel Dubhan, as servire
  • Revered as Primogen of Middle Georgia

Ivory Legion Rank:

  • Centurion (Head of Recruitment/Training)
"Someone else picked it out for me."
"This seems more appropriate for you." - Charles McMillan

Dignitas (Ventrue Only):

  • The Equerry
  • The Sword
  • The Serpentine Egg
  • The White Cross

Directorate/Clan Prestige(Ventrue Only):

  • Aedile of Middle Georgia
  • 2 Clan Prestige



Character Information

Known History

Strategize. Operationalize. Analyze. Lather, Rinse, Repeat.

Alec was in Griffin in its first nights as a Camarilla domain, but disappeared soon after. He has since been seen in Savannah, Athens, Atlanta, and Middle Georgia.

He presents himself as a strict rationalist with survival of the Kindred race as his first and guiding principle. Alec speaks at length about the problems of limited resources and marshaling them towards ends that will get the most return on investment, while playing down his stake in financial matters and markets. Instead, he speaks "from a security perspective," gladly explaining risk management theory to any who will listen.

Alec strongly advocates prestation and the use of boons to settle debts in Camarilla society. He has spoken at gathers in Macon, Athens, and Atlanta about what he sees as pillars of the Camarilla, coming down harshly on those he believes weaken the boon economy. Alec has taken his points to the international Camarilla forum, writing on the necessity of Kindred getting paid to fight off a growing movement of citizens volunteering services "for the good of the domain."

With this perspective and background, Alec stripped three of his fellow Ventrue (a Keeper, a Prince, and a Sovereign Prince) over their allowance of a self-described "mummy" to live in Atlanta and Griffin as a "ghoul." He quickly lost his primogen seat, but recovered by becoming Deputy Sheriff and enlisting in the Ivory Legion.

Alec continues his efforts to protect the Masquerade not only by addressing issues himself, but by putting his expertise on the market and hosting salons, giving lectures, and holding informal conversations on the topic. He has made public offers to instruct Camarilla Kindred in skills commonly needed to address these kinds of situations. There is no need for a one-man war. If all Kindred bear responsibility for keeping the Masquerade, Alec is determined to see to it that they have the right tools...and no excuses.

His consulting background never too far from the foreground, Alec advises Princes, Sheriffs, and others on tactical issues, stressing the need for coordination and discipline. On multiple occasions, he has been given field commands in operations against enemies of the Camarilla like Sabbat, lupines, and hunters. He strives to lead by example and is not afraid to put himself on the front lines against such foes, but often works with younger members of Camarilla domains to instill military values in them, sometimes to the point of actively recruiting for the Ivory Legion among those same younger Kindred. His work as Servire to Archon Dubhan sees him mostly in Griffin, GA these nights. He is often seen working with young Kindred who've found themselves serving in Camarilla positions, explaining the ways of the world and advising them how to work towards prosperity and stability.

Coterie

Unknown

Allies

Enemies

  • Ephraim the Mummy
  • Dr. Ion
    • Now Jack the Lasombra since his forced Embrace

Sire

  • Bradley Standish

Childer

  • None known

Broodmates

  • None known

Character Inspirations

Soundtrack

Quotes

Synergy!
  • "Someone else picked it out for me." - Alec, to Petra Grunwald-Cole when asked about his new lapel pin.
  • "Raise your standards."
  • "My name is Alec Finch. I'm Ivory Legion, and the Prince has seen fit to give me command of this mission. You will follow my orders. You will not hesitate to do so. We will march together to hell's teeth itself, and if you run, I will get Right of Destruction and cut you down myself. Do you understand me?"
  • "To Camarilla justice. Long may it reign." - a toast with Cora Giovanni.
  • "I'm not afraid to speak truth to power. There is no greater form of respect."

Rumors

Views from outside. Drawn by Dora Jay.
  • An affair turned foul is the cause of his departure from each domain he has left.
    • (Ventrue only) Hence that shiny new Serpentine Egg?
  • Alec Finch would steal from an orphanage if it would get him a quick buck.
    • But moreso because he was an orphan as a child, and still hates the places.
  • Betrayed his Prince and the Ventrue by publicly airing dirty laundry considering the "ghoul" Ephraim.
    • Just an excuse to strip his more accomplished clanmates of status to elevate his own position.
      • Of all the Archons around to be servire to, why would the Ventrue go with a Toreador with a long history of antagonism towards his clan? Hmm...
  • Alec despises paisleys.
    • Actually, have you ever seen him wear a tie at all?
      • He wore a dapper green one when he took his seat on the Middle Georgia Primogen Council.
        • And another striking green one when he was named Servire to Archon Rachel Dubhan.
  • Alec was allegedly involved in the disappearance of one of his Georgia clanmates. Was destroying the standing of the local Ventrue not enough?
  • Punted spectres back into the deadlands through a painting.
  • I am Prosymnus.