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CUP OF BLOOD, CUP OF WINE

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Hello hello,[break][break]

It is a wanted ad for two potential sponsors or mentors, depending on what works best, for Clair Saint-Juste.[break][break]

While I'm looking for deep connections, which would imply pre-calling threads and maybe flashbacks, I'm open to the idea of something more recent.[break][break]

tl;dr about Clair: (flirty) detective for the DPD (before the calling at least), regular hot mess, will never kink shame someone, "ah yeah, it's my blood, but you should have seen the other --", fallen nobility on his mother's side, doesn't (like to) talk about that, "it sounds super unethical and really fun, i'm in."[break][break]

About plotting: I prefer plotting in depth in dm. It's just easier to go back and forth for me and I know I can easily find what has been discussed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!![break][break]

CUP OF BLOOD[break]
(running away from the person you could be -- can you afford it in this world?)[break][break]

'Here lies a good pain and blood dealer.' sounds like a nice epitaph to you. The blood on your hands? Why stops at the hands when there's enough to soak your body from head to toe? It's an armour; you own it. You deserve it. You move forward with your goals in mind, not afraid of using every card you can. Not afraid of adapting. To the time. The circumstances. Or the mishaps. But would life be that interesting if it were a long linear road without any bumps or obstacles?

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Maybe you have met Clair as a teenager hanging out at the shooting range with his mother. Maybe your paths crossed during an investigation. Maybe he already did something for you in the past. But regardless of your first encounter, there are four things you rapidly understand: he would be stubborn to go through hell without backing down, potential and room for growth are here, and his moral compass can be quite questionable. And he isn't happy. And you know this feeling will stick with him no matter where he'll go.

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But you have an offer, a deal: If you help me or work for me, I'll make sure boredom doesn't settle and expand your world.[break][break]

will you train him as an attack dog, nurture him as a protégé, or shape him into a disposable tool?[break][break]

→ plots points can include:[break]
- clair picking up some aspects of the job he wanted to do when he was a teen (hints: crosette + gunpowder)[break]
- undercover investigations while using Orenda (depending on the coven)[break][break]

→ preferred covens: CERBERUS, SYBARIS, HYDRA[break][break]

CUP OF WINE[break]
(Don't take yourself too seriously, but remember that dead people don't throw parties after a war.)
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You enjoy what life offers, and grim thoughts never cross your mind. Optimistic. Sunshine. You don't care what people call you; you simply tend to look at the bright side. Because your life feels better, easier, that way. It's not over until it is, right? You have tried countless things. You could write a guide about all the places to have fun -- and the tastes? You got everybody covered. You like to say a healthy dose of thrill can keep someone on their toes. Besides, you can't get everything you want from legal venues. Sometimes, you have to use other channels to find this book, this weapon, this item -- those gifts to yourself.
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Maybe you have met Clair at a party -- regardless of the type of party. Maybe you found yourself used as an alibi, a shield, to sort out a personal relationship. Maybe your tastes overlap, and you have found yourself running into him on several occasions. You get the idea of being in touch with your mortality, and you are aware of his escapist's tendencies blending with a desire to feel alive. Who are you to judge anyway? You have your poisons and don't have a problem providing little treats for someone else.
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So, you whisper those words: I'll give you all the distractions you want, but in exchange, you'll indulge mines, right?
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Will you snap his spine and wear him like an accessory, keep him as a close friend, or turn him into your puppet?
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plots points can include:[break]
- the use of Razor Edge or the Oscan Games,[break]
- following smuggling channels to help you find what you want,
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→ preferred covens: PEGASUS, HYDRA, SYBARIS

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