Category:Lasombra

The graceful predators of the Sabbat, the Lasombra don’t hide from what they are; they are vampires, pure and simple. Even though they have turned their back on the humans they once were, it doesn’t stop them form moulding humanity for their own desires. The Lasombra have been involved in the church for as long as its conception; they were instrumental in the spreading of the Christian faith. In recent nights, however, the clan has turned their backs on the church, now sharing contempt for the notion of salvation. In fact, many of the Sabbat rituals are mockeries of Christian doctrines, devised by the Lasombra so that those in the sect would never forget who and what they are. The Lasombra, or ‘Keepers’, are best known for the discipline of Obtenbration, where they call forth a living darkness which they manipulate to their needs. A popular clan doctrine states that the ‘Darkness’ is in fact the stuff of the vampire’s soul which has been strengthened and corrupted by the Embrace. Some believe that as they have been cast out of God’s graces, it is their duty to build a new world order. The more scientifically minded Lasombra label this as superstitious nonsense, but still maintain the belief that they represent an advanced breed. While most young embraced to the clan take greet glee in using this philosophy for the wanton destruction this philosophy provides, the elder Lasombra who still have ties within the church consider themselves tools of the Devil. The clan on the whole are natural leaders, masters of manipulation. There are leaders within the packs; however, pride goes hand-in-hand with this dark nobility, and very few Lasombra acknowledge other vampires as equals, let alone superiors.

Clan Flaw: All Lasombra cast no reflection; they can not be seen in reflections of windows, bodies of water, polished metals, or mirrors. They can also not be seen in video cameras, and can’t be captured in photographs. This curiously extents to anything on their person, clothes or belongings. Also, due to their penchant for darkness, they take an extra level of damage for sunlight.

Clan Discipline: Obtenebration, Dominate, Potence.