Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid

Clan	al-Amin
Position	Safir
Status	0
Domain	None
Coterie	Ashirra (Sect)
Society	{{{Society}}}
Path	Heaven 00
Player	Kelly

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Overview

Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid 2016

Arabic Name Translation:
Mary, the Blue-Eyed Servant of the Martyr

Alias(es):
Leah Rossetti

Apparent Age:
Young Adult

Concept:
Missionary

Physical description:
Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid appears to be a petite Caucasian female somewhere in her twenties. While she does not give off the monstrous or predatory vibe of the truly Inhumane, she is pale and gaunt, and her features seem to have Sorrow and Grace permanently etched into the places where Humanity used to be. Those in her presence notice a sense of holiness that radiates from her. At times she almost seems to glow, her physical form blurring in an ephemeral ideal, but the impression fades if one looks too closely.

She typically wears boots, cropped jeans, and a loose, plain shirt beneath a long white linen robe with a large hood. The robe can be buttoned closed to cover almost all of her skin, but in America she tends to wear it open at gatherings and to remove it when moving among the mortal population. Her short hair, when visible at all beneath her hood, is held back by a bandanna headband that covers her forehead.

Her accessories are far less plain than her clothing. She wears a cross made out of scrap metal with 'Ground 0' engraved into it, an antique brass cross of Celtic design, and a chain with two silver pendants: one of St. Michael and one of St. Christopher. A longer silver chain holds a pendant showing two feathers. A pink and brown leather bracelet with a small leaf charm adorns her left wrist, along with a black elastic bracelet of white tiles depicting portraits of various saints, and a St. Benedict exorcism medallion. A rosary with plastic skull beads hangs from one belt loop, along with a blue ceramic disc on a leather cord. She often wears a black glove over her left hand. On her right wrist she wears an antique rosary, purple with gold inlay, that seems a bit too large and heavy for her.

Detailed Status:

• Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid is not a member of the Camarilla.
• Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid is a Safir, or Ambassador, from the Ashirra.

Character Information

Holy Aura

Known History

2016

Mortal History
She was once an American missionary in the Middle East, providing emergency aid at refugee camps.
Spring 2015
Leah Rossetti was brought to Annapolis by her sire and introduced as an Independent Caitiff to Sovereign Prince Rook. Their appearance raised more than a few eyebrows - both were notably stand-offish and devoutly Catholic - but she was *Tolerated as a resident of the domain.
Summer 2015
Leah Rossetti began to travel throughout the domains of the Mid-Atlantic, lending assistance with various investigations. Her methods were somewhat odd, as rather than seeking out direct confrontation, she often went off on her own, only to emerge with unexpected answers or leads. She never raised a hand in violence. Remaining staunchly Independent, she refused to take part in the war between the Tower and the Sword. She was outspoken against harm to humans or even passively aiding those she considered 'of the Adversary.' Scrutiny only made her more aloof.
Fall 2015
Rumors spread of Leah Rossetti's startling influence in the region. She had gained the obvious favor and protection of multiple Princes and other luminaries, and was frequently seen in private conversations with them. Known to be skittish and flighty, she often disappeared for nights or weeks at a time and it was almost impossible to maintain consistent or reliable contact with her. She was *Tolerated in multiple Mid-Atlantic domains and frequently moved between them. She remained friendly and approachable when she was around.
Winter 2015-2016
The impact of Leah's presence in the region was noticeable, although how much of it was her doing was debated in not-so-quiet whispers. Humans were healthier and generally better cared for. Kindred with whom she kept company seemed more peaceful and even more Humane. She helped track down monsters spreading a supernatural virus in Baltimore, gathered information about humans who had made pacts with a demon in DC, held lengthy theological discussions in the court of Philadelphia, and minimized human casualties in Annapolis during various combats. She briefly hosted a visitor from the Ashirra to Annapolis, translating linguistic and cultural barriers.

Lent 2016
On the first Sunday of Lent, Leah disappeared - this time, it seemed, for good. Rumors abounded that she was fleeing for her life, though no one would speak openly of just who, or what, was supposedly hunting her. Some simply assumed she had withdrawn to observe her religion's holy season.

April 2016
The individual who returned in April had Leah Rossetti's face and memories, but the resemblance largely stops there. She returned radiating the Holy Aura of her Road, and with her third eye open. She states that she has been reborn, and that her name is now Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid. No longer claiming to be Caitiff, she instead calls herself al-Amin. No longer Independent, she announced herself as one of the Ashirra, sent as al-Safir, or Ambassador, to the West.

May 2016
al-Safir Zarq's appearance rippled across the Camarilla's political landscape. She networked quickly, at first re-establishing ties with those in the Mid-Atlantic who knew her before, then reaching out to the Children of Haqim, Clan Nosferatu, and individuals known to be devout. Clans Toreador and Gangrel seemed to already have a rapport with her. She met with several Princes from across the country, including those within Clan Ventrue, as well as luminaries from Clan Brujah and Clan Malkavian. She was seen visiting Anarch territories as well. Only the Tremere held back...so far.

Ashirra

2016

The Sect to which Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid claims to belong is so obscure that few have heard of it.
Arabic Translation: "The Brethren"
OOC: This term requires very specific Lores to recognize. Please check with your ST.

Safir

The significance of this role is unclear, leaving many questions about appropriate respect, formality, and etiquette.
Arabic Translation: "Ambassador," also "Envoy" or "Emissary"
OOC: This is not (yet) a part of any status packet, so feel free to RP accordingly!

al-Amin

The name of the Clan to which Maryam al-Zarq Amatel Shahid claims to belong is so obscure that few have heard of it.
Arabic Translation: "The Virtuous Ones"
OOC: This term requires very specific Lores to recognize. Please check with your ST.

Allies

2016

• Prince Mukhtar Bey of Cairo
• Sovereign Prince Rook, Annapolis MD
• Sovereign Prince Virgil Deems, San Francisco CA
• Sovereign Prince Alexander P. Keefe, Lewiston-Auburn ME
• Sovereign Prince Andrea McDermott, Portland ME
• Sovereign Prince Luther Rommell, Baltimore MD
• Sovereign Prince Dorrian Grey of Santa Rosa, CA
• Prince Asher Greggorsen, Washington DC
• Prince Fiona MacGregor, Philadelphia PA
• Prince Pagan, Milwaukee WI
• Prince Nasir al-Din, St. Helena and the Lakes
• Harrow
• Jesse Clayborne
• Izarra Getzi
• Gary Kowaleski
• Julian St.John
• Bryce Sutherlan
• Rachel Dubhan
• Plaguerat
• Joe Barclay

Enemies

2016

• "My only enemy is the Adversary."
• Lucas Morgan begs to differ.

Sire

A few have met him.
Maryam refuses to speak of him.

Childer

None Known

Broodmates

A few have met him.
Maryam refuses to speak of him.

Soundtrack

2016

• Common Hymn "Prayer of St. Francis"
• The Fray "How to Save a Life"
• Disturbed cover "Sound of Silence"
• Alison Krauss "Down to the River to Pray"
• Common Hymn "Here I Am Lord"
• Jewel "Hands"
• My Chemical Romance "Welcome to the Black Parade"
• Mumford and Sons "The Cave"
• Common Hymn "Shepherd Me O God"
• Shinedown "I'll Follow You"

Quotes

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
- Jeremiah 29:11

"We live in a world where it takes courage to have Faith. Our sight is so accustomed to the darkness that we would extinguish even a single flame for the momentary discomfort while our eyes adjust, before we think to look and see what it illuminates."

• "Where have you been?"
• "You are Hope."
• "This changes...everything."
• "You have truly been the face of God for me tonight."
• "Okay. SHE scares me." - Jenny Talia

Maryam: "I'm sorry - I was going to to warn you..."
Prince Pagan: "That's okay, I've been around Catholics before."

On the Salubri antitribu: "The Furies are, at best, a tragic reminder of what they can never be again, and at worst, a deliberately twisted mockery of our once-noble purpose. They are told they have no place to belong, driven mad by anger they do not understand, and sent to die on a battlefield not of their making - the only home they know. They have lost their way."

On the Camarilla: "I remain at the threshold. I have not yet gone back to the Holy Lands to tell my Brethren that their doubts about the West were justified. I have not yet entered a household where servants freely strike guests without reprisal. I continue to be grateful to those Princes who offer hospitality and protection, and within their Domains I will be a guest worthy of their courtesy. For now, while Princes are gracious and the Justicariate's servants are not, I will wait with what patience I can afford for this household to get its affairs in order."

Rumors

2016

• Dat third eye tho!
• Infernal - It's the only real explanation.
• Can cure infernalism - She cleanses the soul.
• True Faith - as a vampire?
• Diablerist - She's obsessed with souls.
• Mukhtar Bey's childe - F'ing Caitiff...
• Hunted - You do not want to know.
• Protected - You do not want to know.
• Persecuted - You do not want to know.
• Sabbat - They're the religious freaks after all.
• Possessed - Rebirth? Right...
• from Mecca - Wait, is that possible?
• Holds everyone in thrall - but how?
• Pawn in the jyhad - but whose?
• Angel or Jedi - check out that robe
• Why now? - After all this time...