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Inactive: Council Member Announcements
Effective immediately: this forum is not currently active and will not be updated for some time. I am no longer a member of Council. I thank Kings of New York for the time I was able to represent their chronicle.
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This is a place where I will post Council Announcements as a member of Council. As I am not an ST I can't get posting rights to the main chronicle Puppet (I don't want to see any of your sheets or downtimes) and I also do not want to continue to fill up my own personal profile with CM business.
Please subscribe to this if you want my announcements as a CM.
Please reply with any questions, comments, or concerns in these posts.
If you have any issues of the organization you would like for me to explain or address, send me a private message and I will make a blog post to explain these for the benefit of the entire game.
~ Jenn B
Former Head Coordinator of OWbN, 2008-2010
Former Assistant Head Coordinator of OWbN, 2005-2008
Former Archivist Coordinator, 2010-2012
Former CM of Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and KoNY
Former ST of Boston, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati
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Request to KoNY Staff - CM Announcements
August 12th, 2013
Hi staff of KoNY,
Please link this page to the list of links on the KoNY home page so that people can find the Council Announcements from their KoNY CM easier:
For Council News, go here: http://puppetprince.com/chronicles/416-kings-of-new-york-council-member-announcements
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Event Game Announcement: Nonclave! Only 3 weekends away!
August 12th, 2013
Friday, August 30, 2013 (All day) - Monday, September 2, 2013 (All day)
Location: (Prince William Forest Park , VA, US)
Host Chronicle: Northern Virginia, VA: Night Falls
Co-hosting Chronicle(s):
Contact (event game): nva-sts@yahoogroups.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/nightfallsnva/
House Rules:
Lodging Information
Campground
Name:
Prince William Forest Park, VA
Website:
Event Game Details
Nonclave 2013
Location: Prince William Forest Park, VA
August 30 - Sept 2nd -
$20.00 One Day Fee - $35.00 Whole Weekend
Camarilla, Sabbat, Garou
No ALCOHOL!
Change in Rarity between Pre and Post WoN Ravnos Antitribu [Passed]
August 12th, 2013
OWbN's Coordinator Bylaws, section 3.C.iii. state: "Genre Coordinators must pass before Council any plot, enforced policy, R&U named characters, or binding edict they wish to use which they can reasonably expect to affect multiple chronicles and these proposals need not be seconded, but go immediately into discussion."
Proposal:
As Ravnos Coordinator I would like to propose the increase in rarity of all Pre-Week of Nightmares Ravnos antitribu to coordinator approval. Post Week of Nightmares will remain unchanged at notify.
As per normal there will be a grandfathering period for all existing Pre-WoN Ravnos Antitribu.
This proposal, if not objected to within one week, will auto-pass.
Supporting Statements:
The amount of Post WoN Antitribu should outnumber the amount of Pre-WoN ones. As the Ravnos try to rebuild the majority are new embraces due to the small numbers that survived the WoN.
A large amount of Anti that I run into are from before the WoN, and sadly that should not be the case. This is an attempt to increase the number of Post WoN Antitrbu while not increasing the rarity of the group as a whole.
William Lee
Ravnos Coordinator
- Current date: August 12, 2013 - 10:42am
- Opening date: July 2, 2013 - 12:00am
- Closing date: July 8, 2013 - 11:58pm
62 out of 199 eligible voters cast their ballot
For
48% (30 votes)
Abstain
31% (19 votes)
Against
21% (13 votes)
Amendment to Assamite Sorcery Packet [Passed]
August 12th, 2013
[PROPOSAL] Assamite Sorcery Packet [Amended]
OWBN's Coordinator Bylaws, 3.C.iii. state: "Genre Coordinators must pass before Council any plot, enforced policy, R&U named characters, or binding edict they wish to use which they can reasonably expect to affect multiple chronicles and these proposals need not be seconded, but go immediately into discussion."
Proposal:
I, Brad Klinger, in my duties as Assamite Coordinator, propose the following packet be adopted by OWBN to govern the availability and usage of Dur-an-ki otherwise known as Assamite Sorcery.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yB1b0gp2EBLUWrNGsJzMreha6vvm9jPhoWprbsn9A1w/edit?usp=sharing
This packet makes some very sweeping changes to the way DAK is dealt with by players, storytellers, and the office of the Assamite Coordinator. While the straight mechanics of most powers have been left largely untouched, both the number of paths and how they are acquired is very different.
My first goal with this packet was to divorce the idea that the availability of Assamite Sorcery is tied to a character's Rank within the clan. This does not make a great deal of sense as theoretically an independent Ashipu could learn new paths and rituals without the assistance of the elders of the clan. Relying on "permission" from the elders goes against the entire theme of DAK to begin, which is based around personal enlightenment and interactions with otherwordly entities. As such this mechanic has been removed and the Rarity structure of Assamite Sorcery has been altered to reflect this. Now the difference in Rarities represents the difficulty of obtaining the attention/assistance of the ancient gods/demons/whatevers in mastering the secrets of eldritch might.
Secondly, my goal was to keep the Assamite Sorcerers from becoming "Tremere-light". While Dur-an-ki is a far, far older form of blood magic it is not as dynamic and adaptive as Hermetic Thaumaturgy. Thus all paths and rituals that have not been stated as being available to Assamite Sorcerers in the canon material have also been removed in an effort to refocus the clan away from being sorcerous swiss-army knives.
Thirdly this packet clarifies better how out-of-caste/clan practitioners fit into the approval paradigm. The previous packet considered them of lower Rank when seeking sorcery, however Rank itself was a tangent to the approval process and many STs were confused as to whether (effectively) Rank 0 or lower individuals could get Rarity 1 paths and rituals without Coordinator Approval. This has since been clarified. All Sorcery for out-of-caste/clan practitioners is Coordinator Approval.
Please note that with the removal of many powers from the packet we will NOT be removing anything from the character sheets of existing DAK practitioners. Those whom have paths and rituals no longer available in this packet are welcome to keep them, subject to Storyteller approval, but simply must seek Coordinator Approval in order to pass on their powers to other Ashipu.
I realize some members of Council would prefer a "cliff notes" of changes between this packet and the last, and in response to that I would simply ask that you read this current packet. Virtually ever inch of it has been restructured or rewritten, and so the changes are the entire packet.
And as a final note, my sincere thanks to Brian Orlando whom put in by far the lion's share of the work into this packet. Further thanks to Adam Sartori and Dean Strobel for their collaboration and insight.
-Brad
- Current date: August 12, 2013 - 10:41am
- Opening date: July 7, 2013 - 12:00am
- Closing date: July 13, 2013 - 11:58pm
58 out of 199 eligible voters cast their ballot
For
53% (31 votes)
Against
31% (18 votes)
Abstain
16% (9 votes)
Revision to Bylaws for New Chronicle Admission Voting stuff [Autopassed proposal]
August 12th, 2013
Lets go with the following amendment then.
As Admissions Coordinator, I would like to propose the following amendment to my modifications to Administrative Bylaws 7.C and 7.E
These changes require no second, and will Auto pass if not objected to per
Administrative 3.A.v
- Administrative Bylaw Changes
- Administrative Coordinators may pass before Council any changes to the administrative bylaws, as long as said changes directly affect their position. These proposals need not be seconded, but go immediately into discussion.
- If no opposition is voiced during the week of discussion, the bylaw is considered passed and enforceable. Once passed these bylaws are considered binding to all chronicles (as with any other bylaw) and a chronicles refusal to adhere to said bylaw is grounds for OWBN disciplinary measures. Opposition must be in regards to the content of the proposal and must give those reasons why the objection is voiced. This is to allow Coordinator's the opportunity to respond and/or make changes/remove the proposal and its contents.
- Administrative Coordinators may pass before Council any changes to the administrative bylaws, as long as said changes directly affect their position. These proposals need not be seconded, but go immediately into discussion.
Reasoning
7.C. Added Voting Member of Council also is better clarified for games.
7.E
ii: Clarification of how it reads. Modifying to better fit the process that is in place with my team.
3: Clarifies the Extended probationary period. Having a rigid six months is a hard goal to hit with so much going on in OWBN.
4: Clarifies the reapplication process for probationary games that are denied.
The detailed changes are in red, followed by the original.
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- Probationary Vote
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- The Admissions Coordinator, a Sub-Coordinator, or a duly appointed representative will then submit the Application for a "Probationary Admission" vote to the OWBN Council for the discussion period and Admission Vote. If there are no objections during the discussion period, the game Auto-Passes into its Probationary Period.
- Possible results for the initial Admissions Vote are:
- Admission to OWBN for a 6-12 Month probation
- Denial of admission
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- Any Full Membership Chronicle or Exec Team Member may object to a chronicles Probationary Admission, causing it to go to a vote.
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- Admissions Votes require no Second.
- If during this time there are concerns raised by Council about the application, the Admissions Staff will work with the prospective chronicle to work out any questions or concerns from Council as well.
- Once this has been completed, the Admissions Coordinator will inform the applying chronicle of the results of their vote.
- Full Membership
- A chronicle's admission as a Full Membership Chronicle of OWBN must be presented to Council.
- The Application must be updated with the chronicle's current information as necessary
- Voting options shall be as follows:
- Full Membership
- Extended Probation.
- Denial of Admission.
- Chronicles who are placed on an Extended Probation will be given no less than 6 months and no longer than an additional year in order to better allign with what OWBN wishes it's Full Membership Chronciles should be. After this period, the Probationary Chronicle will be resubmitted to council to be either admitted as a Full Member Chronicle or be denied membership.
- Chronicles denied Full Membership Status will be allowed to reapply to be a probationary chronicle no less than 12 months from their final Full Membership vote.
- A chronicle's admission as a Full Membership Chronicle of OWBN must be presented to Council.
-Luke
Admissions Guy
Public Packets Available on the Website again
August 12th, 2013
Public Packets
First and foremost -- The Coord Team has been absolutely wonderful and we have been working hard with the Marketing Team to make our packets public. After speaking with CCP/White Wolf/Onyx Path, we were able to look over our packets and come to a better understanding of what is appropriate and can be made public. Special props to Jason Clark + Jason Ruth for being super sleuths when going over these.
I am happy to announce we have started to roll out our first few live packets. This means that people will not need to ask their CM for the public packets. They will be available without a sign in.
To access these, you will go to:
www.owbn.net > highlight over Resources > Highlight Public Packets
Currently, the Ventrue Packets are live. We are about to launch Changeling + Malkavian. The more that they come in, the more that we will add!
Event Game information: LA by Night
August 12th, 2013
For those of you that missed it, we have a rough announcement of what is to come for Los Angeles by Night. Please take a moment to read the entire e-mail.
OOC Information
September 19th - 22nd, 2013 - OWbN will be playing multiple games at Los Angeles by Night: The Grey Ghost Masquerade! Held on the beautiful Queen Mary in Long Beach, California -- LA by Night promises to be one of the most fantastic events of the year! There is still time to go with a new hotel + tickets still available!
- For more information: www.labynight2013.com
- For frequent updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/114834528704735/
- Tickets: http://www.labynight2013.com/tickets/get-tickets/
- Hotel: http://www.labynight2013.com/the-hotel/
They have opened a SECOND hotel that is a few blocks away from the gorgeous Queen Mary. The Residence Inn is another option as the Queen Mary's block is sold out!
There will be OWbN, Mind's Eye Society, Tabletop Games, Panels, and By Night Studio's anticipated Blood and Betrayal!
Blood and Betrayal information will go out this week from By Night Studios -- Including what Clans are available and steps in creating a character.
Ticket information for badges will be sent out tonight or a little bit later this week from the Los Angeles by Night Staff [Ric] who are working on the survey currently.
Sheets
- Custom Combos, Combos without MET conversions, Disciplines without an MET conversion, Custom blood magic, Milk of Set Variants, or if you want play a non-vampire/ghoul are due August 13th, 2013.
- Sheets will be due no later than September 13th, 2013.
- Camarilla/Anarch/Sabbat Sheets: long-beach-event-owbn@googlegroups.com
- Garou Sheets: labn.garou.charactersheets@gmail.com
House Rules: http://goo.gl/bhpJUl
Event Staff
Administrative
Robert Crosby
Echo
Meredith Gerber
Camarilla/Anarch
Christian Kenney
Geoff Combs
Robert Johnson
Adam Poisal
Michael V.
Sabbat
Robert Johnson
Mike Porch
Jamison Leyrer
Ridgely Dunn
Jennifer Lee
Garou
Garet Charnaw
Jeffrey Fowler [MES]
Aaron Gomez [MES]
Teasers/Previews
Camarilla/Anarch - Thursday Night + Friday Night + Saturday Night
Friday Theme: Nautical
Saturday Theme: Noir [20's, 30's, 40's]
Baron Charles Fortier de la Belliere of West Los Angeles and his lovely wives have invited distinguished citizens of the Camarilla, ardent members of the Movement, Giovanni allies, and even some Independent factions such as the Followers of Set to come and discuss the beneficial relationship of the Anarchs and the Tower. He carefully chose the majestic Queen Mary for this event: reverent of an elegant past and surrounded by the bustle of Anarch territory. The Kindred’s voices will be heard and wishes will be known as they represent their leaders and chart the course for the future.
Sabbat - Friday + Saturday Day
What mysteries await in the City of Black Miracles?
One of Montreal’s most respected packs, a group of Noddist scholars known throughout the sect as the Librarians, recently unearthed a cryptic set of tablets containing previously undiscovered Noddist lore. Luminaries and curious Cainites have begun to arrive to attend the great revealing of this impressive new find, which could prove (or disprove) some of the Sabbat’s most highly regarded and sacred tenants.In the midst of the excitement, the very Cainite who made the discovery has suspiciously disappeared, and his pack and others are demanding answers.
Meanwhile, some suspect the Inquisition is utilizing the unveiling as a political platform after taking a back seat to other factions at this year’s Ecumenical Council.
Will the tablets support the Sabbat’s position, or will the sect be forced to diverge from their long-held beliefs in favor of greater truths? Who will cling to the established ways of old? And who will be carried away with fervor for new? What other groups might turn this spiritual discovery into a tool for their own machinations, either to air their concerns and prove their power, or lure their enemies into the open…and attack?
Garou - Saturday Day [MES/OWbN]
labn.garou.charactersheets@gmail.com
No one knows what secret pathways and byways lurk deep within the hidden depths of the Umbra. It would take lifetimes to learn and know many of the hidden paths and secret places, maybe even Generations. Such time as perhaps, an ancestor spirit might have.
Travelling those ways, slipping between realms, lurks a shadowy group talked about in whispers and cautionary tales around campfires late at night to scare the young. The Midnight Circus. A Carnival of Darkness and Secrets. Some even say that those who join the circus, or even are caught up in it are trapped and may never leave.
No matter what you hear or think you know, secrets lie deep within the Umbra. Will you dare brave the depths of the Velvet Curtain to discover the answers to questions best left unasked?
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the appropriate staffs. We look forward to spending an amazing weekend with you!
Thank you,
The LA by Night Staff
