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Category:Pittsburgh, PA Masquerade

2023-10-08T18:20:26Z

ArthurPrimm: /* The Court */

{{Sidebar_City_Masquerade
|name=Pittsburgh, PA: City of Providence
|image=Pittsburgh.jpg
|sect=The Camarilla
|chapter=Philadelphia, PA
|storyteller=[mailto:camarilla@phillylarp.com Jacob Shpiece & Eddy Borchert]
}}

==Premise==
Pittsburgh was once a city of steel, where factories were raised like cathedrals and union men worked in assembly lines to forge the great ‘Arsenal of Democracy’. Everywhere there was opportunity to be seized and profits to be made, and the kindred of the city found little resistance as they slithered their way into these vast systems. Who was worried about the unusual sleeping habits of their contractors, or moneymen, when there was a new world to build? The Court of Pittsburgh swelled with wealth and importance over the decades, their only dilemma a family of Giovanni that resisted expulsion, time and time again. Eventually the Court simply resigned itself to the interlopers. There was, ultimately, enough to go around.

By the 1980’s, three out of every four foundries in the city had closed their doors. The dream of wealth survived (for some), written now in glass instead of steel. With every year more and more Elders found themselves befuddled, nestled in the hearts of systems that they could no longer comprehend. By the turn of the millennium most Elders had retreated into a long sleep, turning their empires over to their children until they returned.

Pittsburgh is a city of glass and lightning, one where the powerful still dream of building new worlds. Some kindred will find it impossible to survive in a world that seems to grow smaller every day, with an eye watching every street and ears in every pocket. Others will find it has never been easier for one person to bring a city to its knees.

What do you want to build?

<b> City of Providence holds regular games on the second Saturday of the month. Reach out to the Storyteller or Chapter staff for more details. </b>

==Player Resources==
*Settings Document: https://bit.ly/3k99bOd
*City History: https://bit.ly/3vDe1IS
*Dramatis Personae: https://bit.ly/3v7jqZw
*City Institutions Guide: https://bit.ly/3zcVdU0
*Character Creation Guide: https://bit.ly/3M9ZyKw
*Pittsburgh Feeding Rules: https://bit.ly/3PcAS67

==The Court==
* [[Franklyn Burgee | Prince Lyn of Clan Tremere]]
* Seneschal: [[Sophie Souterraine]]
* Harpy: [[Dionysus Vin Saint]]
** Crier Laureate: [[Sophie Souterraine]]
* Keeper of Elysium: Hap
** Deputy Keeper: [[Shay Lachkova | Shay]]
* Sheriff: [[Brittney Mellon-Beaty]]
* Scourge: <b> Has gone unfilled for nearly the last century </b>
* Primogen
** Production & Distribution: [[Arthur Primm]]
*** Whip: [[Edith McGinnis]]
** Acquisition: [[The Family Man]]
*** Whip: [[Zacharius Omadeus Ombee III, Esquire]]
** Preservation: [[Jean-Beau du Quatorzième]]
*** Whip: [[Zeitgeist]]
** Consumption: [[Mother Karina]]
*** Whip: [[Daria Gray]]

==The City==

[[File:PittsburghTerritory.jpg|left|500px]]

1. Northside - This territory is open for any Acknowledged member of the city to feed. Badger is the Overseer.

2. Shadyside - This territory is reserved for the feeding of Clan Nosferatu, any any they grant feeding rights to.

3. Homewood South - The personal fiefdom of Mother Karina, with full control of all feeding rights.

4. Park central - Currently available to all Acknowledged kindred of the city. Claiming this as a personal fiefdom has been the ambition of many members of the Court over the years. Current Overseer is Sophie Souterraine.

5. The Rack - Full of bars and nightclubs, this territory is set aside for true citizens of the Camarilla - neonates and non-pillar clans are forbidden from feeding here. Overseer is Sheriff Brittney.

6. Downtown - The place of greatest population density, but where the risk is considerable. Under the custody of Primogen Primm, it is only Elders and Officers of the city are permitted to feed here without dispensation.

7. As it contains the oldest Elysium of the city, feeding is forbidden in the entirety of Point State Park.

8. Set aside as a reserve for times of emergency. Feeding is forbidden without permission from Primogen of Distribution

==The Mayoral Election of 2023 ==

In November, Pittsburgh will be holding a special election, with Elizabeth Thompson announcing her resignation for medical reasons. Since the announcement a flurry of political activity has consumed the city of Pittsburgh. Meet the candidates who have rushed to vie for the chance to fill this new power vacuum.

* [[Robert Willowsby]]
* [[Lukas Vander]]
* [[Mallory Swift]]
* [[Blake Hirsch]]
* [[Hector Pallamino]]
* [[Arthur Primm]]

Arthur Primm

2023-06-21T15:22:43Z

ArthurPrimm:

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|player=[[User:Pete|Peter Fitzpatrick]]
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=== Master of Edifices for the City of Pittsburgh ===
'''Council Position: Primogen of Production and Distribution'''

'''CEO of the Primm and Proper Hospitality Group LLC'''

'''Praetor of Clan Ventrue'''

== '''About''' ==
*Wealthy hotel magnate. The Primm & Proper Hospitality Group is known throughout the east coast and is invested in a chain of hotels and convention centers in the region.
*Primm has been involved in rebuilding Pittsburgh since the Great Depression, and he and Prince Lyn have been heavily working to make sure that the town keeps above water.
*Primm is an elder Ventrue, but seems polite to most younger Kindred. Maybe it’s his hospitable nature, or maybe his partner Desmond Proper keeps him in check.
*Owner and operator of the Brandtwynne Hotel located in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was a banker in the early 1800s in Philadelphia
*Was a carpetbagger in the late 1800s after the Civil War.
*Met his silent partner, Desmond Proper, during the Reconstruction.
*Moved to Pittsburgh after the Great Depression in the 1930s.

=== Ties Wanted ===
*Allies for a coterie he is forming, the Board of Directors for “Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC”
*Enemies, Primm is older and tied to traditional ways. He is still polite, but a bit backhanded to others of younger blood.
*Kindred that like playing board games.

=== Rumors ===
*His protege, Pontious, is a former member of the Sabbat pack the East Coast Paladins
*Primm & Proper are the same person, even though they have been seen together at the same time.
*His Hospitality Group has been to war with the Family Man over territory in the past, although there has been an uneasy truce since the Family Man had gone to ground in the 1980s
*Arthur and Mother Karina have had a sordid love affair in the past that ended badly.
* He might not know that a hedgehog isn't a rodent.
*Feel free to add more here!

== '''Political Platform''' ==
[[File:PrimmForMayor.jpg|1000px|]]

'''Primm & Proper Hospitality LLC'''

Release Date: June 20, 2023

''“Fellow citizens, when I look at Pittsburgh I see the City of Bridges. The City of Steel. The City of Iron. I see the city I love and cherish so very much…but…something is wrong it seems. In light of recent events I have had to step forward as a member of this community and say no more. No more can we deny the troubles of our time.The tides of a greater conflict is upon our city, but I look out and I see you Pittsburgh. I see the real you. Uncle Arthur is here, and we are gonna make this right!''

''We have seen our homes and communities fall to crime, fall to poverty, fall to joblessness. When I look around at the city I love I…as unimaginable as these tidings may be these are the signs of our time. I’m not here to sugar coat it for you. Uncle Arthur sees what you see. I hear what you hear. I call upon YOU, yes you. Right now. In unity there is strength, and I have begun to seek out a coalition of concerned citizens in this city to help me take back our city and do what we do best in Pittsburgh…WE ARE GONNA BUILD THAT BRIDGE. We are gonna come together, and we’re gonna do this together.''

''And from those differing groups and peoples we are going to forge an indivisible whole, all working together for a single purpose. When I am elected Mayor, a heavy crown to wear in these trying times, you have no need to fear. From that hallowed office Uncle Arthur will protect and watch over you. Let this call to reason be the wake up this city requires. Let no agency conspire against this new beginning in Pittsburgh, because we are here to unite. Not divide. We are going to win through.''

''We are going to win through no matter the cost.”''
-Arthur Primm

*'''Economic Development'''
As he is one of the premiere hotel financiers in the continental United States, Arthur Primm can use their expertise and experience in the hospitality industry to help create more jobs and stimulate economic development across the city. They would prioritize projects that create new businesses and opportunities in underdeveloped areas.

*'''Support for the Workers of Pittsburgh'''
Arthur has always been a strong advocate for the unions of Pittsburgh, especially the Pittsburgh Steel Workers Union. He has hired union workers in most every instance that he can with the Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC, and he wants to help support those workers that have built up this city with the sweat of their brow.

*'''Affordable Housing'''
Arthur has put his money where his mouth is in order to demonstrate a commitment to increasing access to affordable housing across Pittsburgh. They have as a private citizen helped to finance many housing projects in Pittsburgh, and have been actively proposing and helping to implement policies that make it easier for lower-income residents to find and keep affordable housing throughout the city.

*'''Public Transportation'''
Arthur has displayed their dedication to public transportation and advocated for increased investment in public transportation infrastructure across the city, particularly in grants for innovative privatized solutions such as the Bifrost program.

*'''Environment'''
As Primm a member of the Pittsburgh business community, he has highlighted their commitment to sustainability and reducing Pittsburgh's carbon footprint. He has initiatives aimed at reducing pollution, promoting alternative energy sources, and expanded access to affordable transport across the city. As mayor, Arthur would be deeply committed to protecting and preserving our environment here in Pittsburgh. Our city is blessed with a wealth of natural resources, and it is incumbent upon us to protect and nurture these resources for future generations. Arthur will work tirelessly to promote clean energy and sustainable practices, and to minimize our environmental impact in everything we do. This includes investing in public transportation, expanding green spaces and parks, and encouraging sustainable building and development practices across the city.

*'''Public Safety and Law Enforcement'''
A loud and long standing supporter of our boys in blue, Arthur Primm salutes those that protect and serve our streets every day. The men and women who serve and protect our city are brave, selfless, and dedicated public servants who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. Police unions provide a vital support system for our officers, offering them the representation, resources, and training they need to do their jobs effectively while helping ensure fairness in the workplace. They also foster a positive and constructive relationship between officers and the communities they serve, which is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the effectiveness of city policing.

<br><br>

</div>

Arthur Primm

2023-06-21T15:15:10Z

ArthurPrimm:

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=== Master of Edifices for the City of Pittsburgh ===
'''Council Position: Primogen of Production and Distribution'''

'''CEO of the Primm and Proper Hospitality Group LLC'''

'''Praetor of Clan Ventrue'''

== About ==
*Wealthy hotel magnate. The Primm & Proper Hospitality Group is known throughout the east coast and is invested in a chain of hotels and convention centers in the region.
*Primm has been involved in rebuilding Pittsburgh since the Great Depression, and he and Prince Lyn have been heavily working to make sure that the town keeps above water.
*Primm is an elder Ventrue, but seems polite to most younger Kindred. Maybe it’s his hospitable nature, or maybe his partner Desmond Proper keeps him in check.
*Owner and operator of the Brandtwynne Hotel located in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was a banker in the early 1800s in Philadelphia
*Was a carpetbagger in the late 1800s after the Civil War.
*Met his silent partner, Desmond Proper, during the Reconstruction.
*Moved to Pittsburgh after the Great Depression in the 1930s.

=== Ties Wanted ===
*Allies for a coterie he is forming, the Board of Directors for “Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC”
*Enemies, Primm is older and tied to traditional ways. He is still polite, but a bit backhanded to others of younger blood.
*Kindred that like playing board games.

=== Rumors ===
*His protege, Pontious, is a former member of the Sabbat pack the East Coast Paladins
*Primm & Proper are the same person, even though they have been seen together at the same time.
*His Hospitality Group has been to war with the Family Man over territory in the past, although there has been an uneasy truce since the Family Man had gone to ground in the 1980s
*Arthur and Mother Karina have had a sordid love affair in the past that ended badly.
* He might not know that a hedgehog isn't a rodent.
*Feel free to add more here!

== Political Platform ==
[[File:PrimmForMayor.jpg|1000px|]]

'''Primm & Proper Hospitality LLC'''
Release Date:
June 20, 2023

''“Fellow citizens, when I look at Pittsburgh I see the City of Bridges. The City of Steel. The City of Iron. I see the city I love and cherish so very much…but…something is wrong it seems. In light of recent events I have had to step forward as a member of this community and say no more. No more can we deny the troubles of our time.The tides of a greater conflict is upon our city, but I look out and I see you Pittsburgh. I see the real you. Uncle Arthur is here, and we are gonna make this right!''

''We have seen our homes and communities fall to crime, fall to poverty, fall to joblessness. When I look around at the city I love I…as unimaginable as these tidings may be these are the signs of our time. I’m not here to sugar coat it for you. Uncle Arthur sees what you see. I hear what you hear. I call upon YOU, yes you. Right now. In unity there is strength, and I have begun to seek out a coalition of concerned citizens in this city to help me take back our city and do what we do best in Pittsburgh…WE ARE GONNA BUILD THAT BRIDGE. We are gonna come together, and we’re gonna do this together.''

''And from those differing groups and peoples we are going to forge an indivisible whole, all working together for a single purpose. When I am elected Mayor, a heavy crown to wear in these trying times, you have no need to fear. From that hallowed office Uncle Arthur will protect and watch over you. Let this call to reason be the wake up this city requires. Let no agency conspire against this new beginning in Pittsburgh, because we are here to unite. Not divide. We are going to win through.''

''We are going to win through no matter the cost.”''
-Arthur Primm

*'''Economic Development'''
As he is one of the premiere hotel financiers in the continental United States, Arthur Primm can use their expertise and experience in the hospitality industry to help create more jobs and stimulate economic development across the city. They would prioritize projects that create new businesses and opportunities in underdeveloped areas.

*'''Support for the Workers of Pittsburgh'''
Arthur has always been a strong advocate for the unions of Pittsburgh, especially the Pittsburgh Steel Workers Union. He has hired union workers in most every instance that he can with the Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC, and he wants to help support those workers that have built up this city with the sweat of their brow.

*'''Affordable Housing'''
Arthur has put his money where his mouth is in order to demonstrate a commitment to increasing access to affordable housing across Pittsburgh. They have as a private citizen helped to finance many housing projects in Pittsburgh, and have been actively proposing and helping to implement policies that make it easier for lower-income residents to find and keep affordable housing throughout the city.

*'''Public Transportation'''
Arthur has displayed their dedication to public transportation and advocated for increased investment in public transportation infrastructure across the city, particularly in grants for innovative privatized solutions such as the Bifrost program.

*'''Environment'''
As Primm a member of the Pittsburgh business community, he has highlighted their commitment to sustainability and reducing Pittsburgh's carbon footprint. He has initiatives aimed at reducing pollution, promoting alternative energy sources, and expanded access to affordable transport across the city. As mayor, Arthur would be deeply committed to protecting and preserving our environment here in Pittsburgh. Our city is blessed with a wealth of natural resources, and it is incumbent upon us to protect and nurture these resources for future generations. Arthur will work tirelessly to promote clean energy and sustainable practices, and to minimize our environmental impact in everything we do. This includes investing in public transportation, expanding green spaces and parks, and encouraging sustainable building and development practices across the city.

*'''Public Safety and Law Enforcement'''
A loud and long standing supporter of our boys in blue, Arthur Primm salutes those that protect and serve our streets every day. The men and women who serve and protect our city are brave, selfless, and dedicated public servants who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. Police unions provide a vital support system for our officers, offering them the representation, resources, and training they need to do their jobs effectively while helping ensure fairness in the workplace. They also foster a positive and constructive relationship between officers and the communities they serve, which is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the effectiveness of city policing.

<br><br>

</div>

File:PrimmForMayor.jpg

2023-06-21T15:09:00Z

ArthurPrimm:

Arthur Primm

2023-06-21T15:07:35Z

ArthurPrimm:

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=== Master of Edifices for the City of Pittsburgh ===
'''Council Position: Primogen of Production and Distribution'''

'''CEO of the Primm and Proper Hospitality Group LLC'''

'''Praetor of Clan Ventrue'''

=== About ===
*Wealthy hotel magnate. The Primm & Proper Hospitality Group is known throughout the east coast and is invested in a chain of hotels and convention centers in the region.
*Primm has been involved in rebuilding Pittsburgh since the Great Depression, and he and Prince Lyn have been heavily working to make sure that the town keeps above water.
*Primm is an elder Ventrue, but seems polite to most younger Kindred. Maybe it’s his hospitable nature, or maybe his partner Desmond Proper keeps him in check.
*Owner and operator of the Brandtwynne Hotel located in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was a banker in the early 1800s in Philadelphia
*Was a carpetbagger in the late 1800s after the Civil War.
*Met his silent partner, Desmond Proper, during the Reconstruction.
*Moved to Pittsburgh after the Great Depression in the 1930s.

=== Ties Wanted ===
*Allies for a coterie he is forming, the Board of Directors for “Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC”
*Enemies, Primm is older and tied to traditional ways. He is still polite, but a bit backhanded to others of younger blood.
*Kindred that like playing board games.

=== Rumors ===
*His protege, Pontious, is a former member of the Sabbat pack the East Coast Paladins
*Primm & Proper are the same person, even though they have been seen together at the same time.
*His Hospitality Group has been to war with the Family Man over territory in the past, although there has been an uneasy truce since the Family Man had gone to ground in the 1980s
*Arthur and Mother Karina have had a sordid love affair in the past that ended badly.
* He might not know that a hedgehog isn't a rodent.
*Feel free to add more here!

== Political Platform ==
'''Primm & Proper Hospitality LLC'''
Release Date:
June 20, 2023

''“Fellow citizens, when I look at Pittsburgh I see the City of Bridges. The City of Steel. The City of Iron. I see the city I love and cherish so very much…but…something is wrong it seems. In light of recent events I have had to step forward as a member of this community and say no more. No more can we deny the troubles of our time.The tides of a greater conflict is upon our city, but I look out and I see you Pittsburgh. I see the real you. Uncle Arthur is here, and we are gonna make this right!''

''We have seen our homes and communities fall to crime, fall to poverty, fall to joblessness. When I look around at the city I love I…as unimaginable as these tidings may be these are the signs of our time. I’m not here to sugar coat it for you. Uncle Arthur sees what you see. I hear what you hear. I call upon YOU, yes you. Right now. In unity there is strength, and I have begun to seek out a coalition of concerned citizens in this city to help me take back our city and do what we do best in Pittsburgh…WE ARE GONNA BUILD THAT BRIDGE. We are gonna come together, and we’re gonna do this together.''

''And from those differing groups and peoples we are going to forge an indivisible whole, all working together for a single purpose. When I am elected Mayor, a heavy crown to wear in these trying times, you have no need to fear. From that hallowed office Uncle Arthur will protect and watch over you. Let this call to reason be the wake up this city requires. Let no agency conspire against this new beginning in Pittsburgh, because we are here to unite. Not divide. We are going to win through.''

''We are going to win through no matter the cost.”''
-Arthur Primm

*'''Economic Development'''
As he is one of the premiere hotel financiers in the continental United States, Arthur Primm can use their expertise and experience in the hospitality industry to help create more jobs and stimulate economic development across the city. They would prioritize projects that create new businesses and opportunities in underdeveloped areas.

*'''Support for the Workers of Pittsburgh'''
Arthur has always been a strong advocate for the unions of Pittsburgh, especially the Pittsburgh Steel Workers Union. He has hired union workers in most every instance that he can with the Primm & Proper Hospitality Group LLC, and he wants to help support those workers that have built up this city with the sweat of their brow.

*'''Affordable Housing'''
Arthur has put his money where his mouth is in order to demonstrate a commitment to increasing access to affordable housing across Pittsburgh. They have as a private citizen helped to finance many housing projects in Pittsburgh, and have been actively proposing and helping to implement policies that make it easier for lower-income residents to find and keep affordable housing throughout the city.

*'''Public Transportation'''
Arthur has displayed their dedication to public transportation and advocated for increased investment in public transportation infrastructure across the city, particularly in grants for innovative privatized solutions such as the Bifrost program.

*'''Environment'''
As Primm a member of the Pittsburgh business community, he has highlighted their commitment to sustainability and reducing Pittsburgh's carbon footprint. He has initiatives aimed at reducing pollution, promoting alternative energy sources, and expanded access to affordable transport across the city. As mayor, Arthur would be deeply committed to protecting and preserving our environment here in Pittsburgh. Our city is blessed with a wealth of natural resources, and it is incumbent upon us to protect and nurture these resources for future generations. Arthur will work tirelessly to promote clean energy and sustainable practices, and to minimize our environmental impact in everything we do. This includes investing in public transportation, expanding green spaces and parks, and encouraging sustainable building and development practices across the city.

*'''Public Safety and Law Enforcement'''
A loud and long standing supporter of our boys in blue, Arthur Primm salutes those that protect and serve our streets every day. The men and women who serve and protect our city are brave, selfless, and dedicated public servants who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. Police unions provide a vital support system for our officers, offering them the representation, resources, and training they need to do their jobs effectively while helping ensure fairness in the workplace. They also foster a positive and constructive relationship between officers and the communities they serve, which is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the effectiveness of city policing.

<br><br>

</div>

Pontious

2023-06-18T02:12:19Z

ArthurPrimm:

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=== Questor of Clan Ventrue ===

=== About ===
*Quiet and unassuming, his voice is much softer than his face suggests.
*He dresses as a Catholic priest would, and has the mark of the cross on his forehead.
*Formerly a member of the East Coast Paladins, Pontious surrendered to Sheriff Brittney.
*Pontious is under the Accounting of the Primogen of Production and Distribution, Arthur Primm.
*He shadows Arthur alongside Desmond Proper in an attempt to learn the ropes of the Camarilla.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was an original East Coast Paladin under the leadership of Delilah
*At some point played a part in Saint Jimmy forcibly taking leadership of the Paladins.
*Came to Pittsburgh with the East Coast Paladins recently to hunt down a list of Elders
*After his capture he was released into the Accounting of Arthur Primm.

=== Quotes and Rumors ===
*That he escaped by his own ability from both Elder Prince Lyn and Elder Gabriel, and was found wandering in Primm's territory.
*He left the East Coast Paladins because he could not abide the betrayal of Delilah's leadership.
*There is talk that he is merely a spy implanted to by the Sables.
*"Loyalty is sometimes a rare thing in these nights. Pontious has demonstrated how important that is to him, and that is why he now is with me." - [[Arthur Primm]]
*Feel free to add more here!

<br><br>

</div>

Pontious

2023-06-18T02:12:11Z

ArthurPrimm:

__NOTOC__ __NOEDITSECTION__

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=== Questor of Clan Ventrue ===

=== About ===
*Quiet and unassuming, his voice is much softer than his face suggests.
*He dresses as a Catholic priest would, and has the mark of the cross on his forehead.
*Formerly a member of the East Coast Paladins, Pontious surrendered to Sheriff Brittney.
*Pontious is under the Accounting of the Primogen of Production and Distribution, Arthur Primm.
*He shadows Arthur alongside Desmond Proper in an attempt to learn the ropes of the Camarilla.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was an original East Coast Paladin under the leadership of Delilah
*At some point played a part in Saint Jimmy forcibly taking leadership of the Paladins.
*Came to Pittsburgh with the East Coast Paladins recently to hunt down a list of Elders
*After his capture he was released into the Accounting of Arthur Primm.

=== Quotes and Rumors ===
*That he escaped by his own ability from both Elder Prince Lyn and Elder Gabriel, and was found wandering in Primm's territory.
*He left the East Coast Paladins because he could not abide the betrayal of Delilah's leadership.
*There is talk that he is merely a spy implanted to by the Sables.
*"Loyalty is sometimes a rare thing in these nights. Pontious has demonstrated how important that is to him, and that is why he now is with me." - [[Arthur Primm]]
*Feel free to add more here!

<br><br>

</div>

File:Leslie.png

2023-06-18T02:10:13Z

ArthurPrimm:

2023-05-25T19:30:02Z

ArthurPrimm:

Category:Clan Ventrue

2023-05-25T19:27:38Z

ArthurPrimm:

[[File:Ventrue_Sigil.png|thumb|upright=0.90|]]

== At a Glance ==
The Ventrue clan in Pittsburgh is a powerful group that prides itself on maintaining order and stability within the city. They are respected for their discipline and their ability to make tough decisions when necessary. They have often been called upon to mediate disputes between other clans and have been known to use diplomacy and negotiation to resolve conflicts. The Ventrue are also highly successful in the business world, with many members owning and operating successful companies in the city. This allows them to exert a great deal of influence over the local economy and to ensure that Pittsburgh continues to thrive. Overall, the Ventrue clan is a well-respected and vital component of Pittsburgh's vampire community, and their contributions to the city cannot be overstated.

== History ==
*[[Gabriel Saint]] came to Pittsburgh in the mid 1800s
*[[Arthur Primm]] & [[Desmond Proper, Esq.]] both arrived in the 1930s during the Great Depression
*[[Edith McGinnis]] arrived and was Acknowledged in 2022
*[[Pontious]] arrived in the city in 2022, and was put under the Accounting of Arthur Primm in 2023

== Leadership ==
Ventrue organize themselves into what their Elders refer to as the Gerousia, often called The Board in modern nights. It is a council that usually consists of the eldest, most experienced Ventrue of a given locality.The Gerousia is an institution created by the Ventrue vampires to organize themselves and regulate clan policy. They effectively adjudicate Ventrue concerns within the city's territory, overseeing Ventrue business and political interests within a domain. Once a Ventrue ascends to the Gerousia's ranks, they cannot be removed except under the most dire of circumstances.

The Board is officially headed by the Praetor, who generally is the highest-ranking Camarilla title-holder. It is the Praetor who brings issues before the rest of the Board and hosts their meetings. Below the Praetors are the Aediles, who aid the Council and Praetor just as supervisors assist managers in a business. By their turn, the Questors act as assistants for their elders or otherwise experienced Ventrue. Below that rank lay the common Ventrue, without a formal title or useful experience to the Clan, called Eiren.

Pittsburgh is unique in that they have two Praetors who share decision making for the clan. Both Arthur Primm and Gabriel Saint guide any decision making, and they tend to ensure any decisions are unanimous before moving forward.

== Known Members ==
Arthur Primm is the Master of Edifices and Primogen of Production and Distribution within the city of Pittsburgh. He has a degree of regional fame amongst Kindred due to his titles, and in the mortal world he is known as a wealthy financier of a chain of hotels along the East Coast. Oftentimes he will make public appearances or conduct speaking engagements that get a fair bit of attention locally.

[[Category: Vampire: the Masquerade]][[Category:VTM2019]][[Category: VTM Clans]]

Category:Clan Ventrue

2023-05-25T19:27:20Z

ArthurPrimm:

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== At a Glance ==
The Ventrue clan in Pittsburgh is a powerful group that prides itself on maintaining order and stability within the city. They are respected for their discipline and their ability to make tough decisions when necessary. They have often been called upon to mediate disputes between other clans and have been known to use diplomacy and negotiation to resolve conflicts. The Ventrue are also highly successful in the business world, with many members owning and operating successful companies in the city. This allows them to exert a great deal of influence over the local economy and to ensure that Pittsburgh continues to thrive. Overall, the Ventrue clan is a well-respected and vital component of Pittsburgh's vampire community, and their contributions to the city cannot be overstated.

== History ==
*[[Gabriel Saint]] came to Pittsburgh in the mid 1800s
*[[Arthur Primm]] & [[Desmond Proper, Esq.]] both arrived in the 1930s during the Great Depression
*[[Edith McGinnis]] arrived and was Acknowledged in 2022
*[[Pontious]] arrived in the city in 2022, and was put under the Accounting of Arthur Primm in 2023

== Leadership ==
Ventrue organize themselves into what their Elders refer to as the Gerousia, often called The Board in modern nights. It is a council that usually consists of the eldest, most experienced Ventrue of a given locality.The Gerousia is an institution created by the Ventrue vampires to organize themselves and regulate clan policy. They effectively adjudicate Ventrue concerns within the city's territory, overseeing Ventrue business and political interests within a domain. Once a Ventrue ascends to the Gerousia's ranks, they cannot be removed except under the most dire of circumstances.

The Board is officially headed by the Praetor, who generally is the highest-ranking Camarilla title-holder. It is the Praetor who brings issues before the rest of the Board and hosts their meetings. Below the Praetors are the Aediles, who aid the Council and Praetor just as supervisors assist managers in a business. By their turn, the Questors act as assistants for their elders or otherwise experienced Ventrue. Below that rank lay the common Ventrue, without a formal title or useful experience to the Clan, called Eiren.

Pittsburgh is unique in that they have two Praetors who share decision making for the clan. Both Arthur Primm and Gabriel Saint guide any decision making, and they tend to ensure any decisions are unanimous before moving forward.

== Known Members ==
Arthur Primm is the Master of Edifices and Primogen of Production and Distribution within the city of Pittsburgh. He has a degree of regional fame amongst Kindred due to his titles, and in the mortal world he is known as a wealthy financier of a chain of hotels along the East Coast. Oftentimes he will make public appearances or conduct speaking engagements that get a fair bit of attention locally.

[[Category: Vampire: the Masquerade]][[Category:VTM2019]][[Category: VTM Clans]]

File:Ventrue Sigil.png

2023-05-25T19:26:35Z

ArthurPrimm:

Category:Clan Ventrue

2023-05-25T19:05:36Z

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== At a Glance ==
The Ventrue clan in Pittsburgh is a powerful group that prides itself on maintaining order and stability within the city. They are respected for their discipline and their ability to make tough decisions when necessary. They have often been called upon to mediate disputes between other clans and have been known to use diplomacy and negotiation to resolve conflicts. The Ventrue are also highly successful in the business world, with many members owning and operating successful companies in the city. This allows them to exert a great deal of influence over the local economy and to ensure that Pittsburgh continues to thrive. Overall, the Ventrue clan is a well-respected and vital component of Pittsburgh's vampire community, and their contributions to the city cannot be overstated.

== History ==
*[[Gabriel Saint]] came to Pittsburgh in the mid 1800s
*[[Arthur Primm]] & [[Desmond Proper, Esq.]] both arrived in the 1930s during the Great Depression
*[[Edith McGinnis]] arrived and was Acknowledged in 2022
*[[Pontious]] arrived in the city in 2022, and was put under the Accounting of Arthur Primm in 2023

== Leadership ==
Ventrue organize themselves into what their Elders refer to as the Gerousia, often called The Board in modern nights. It is a council that usually consists of the eldest, most experienced Ventrue of a given locality.The Gerousia is an institution created by the Ventrue vampires to organize themselves and regulate clan policy. They effectively adjudicate Ventrue concerns within the city's territory, overseeing Ventrue business and political interests within a domain. Once a Ventrue ascends to the Gerousia's ranks, they cannot be removed except under the most dire of circumstances.

The Board is officially headed by the Praetor, who generally is the highest-ranking Camarilla title-holder. It is the Praetor who brings issues before the rest of the Board and hosts their meetings. Below the Praetors are the Aediles, who aid the Council and Praetor just as supervisors assist managers in a business. By their turn, the Questors act as assistants for their elders or otherwise experienced Ventrue. Below that rank lay the common Ventrue, without a formal title or useful experience to the Clan, called Eiren.

Pittsburgh is unique in that they have two Praetors who share decision making for the clan. Both Arthur Primm and Gabriel Saint guide any decision making, and they tend to ensure any decisions are unanimous before moving forward.

== Known Members ==
Arthur Primm is the Master of Edifices and Primogen of Production and Distribution within the city of Pittsburgh. He has a degree of regional fame amongst Kindred due to his titles, and in the mortal world he is known as a wealthy financier of a chain of hotels along the East Coast. Oftentimes he will make public appearances or conduct speaking engagements that get a fair bit of attention locally.

[[Category: Vampire: the Masquerade]][[Category:VTM2019]][[Category: VTM Clans]]

2023-05-25T18:34:13Z

2023-05-15T16:52:02Z

ArthurPrimm:

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| pronouns= He/Him
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|city=Pittsburgh, PA
|player=[[User:Pete|Peter Fitzpatrick]]
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=== Questor of Clan Ventrue ===

=== About ===
*Quiet and assuming, his voice is much softer than his face suggests.
*Formerly a member of the East Coast Paladins, Pontious surrendered to Sheriff Brittney.
*Pontious is under the Accounting of the Primogen of Production and Distribution, Arthur Primm.
*He shadows Arthur alongside Desmond Proper in an attempt to learn the ropes of the Camarilla.

=== Public Timeline ===
*Was an original East Coast Paladin under the leadership of Delilah
*At some point played a part in Saint Jimmy forcibly taking leadership of the Paladins.
*Came to Pittsburgh with the Paladins recently to hunt down a list of Elders

=== Rumors ===
*That he escaped by his own ability from both Elder Prince Lyn and Elder Gabriel, and was found wandering in Primm's territory.
*He left the East Coast Paladins because he could not abide the betrayal of Delilah's leadership.
*There is talk that he is merely a spy implanted to keep Arthur Primm in line.
*Feel free to add more here!

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