MONDAY, JULY 5 A Matter of Discipline – This week we’re giving you a sampling of the supernatural powers of the undead, their Disciplines. Vampire: The Requiem describes 10 Disciplines known to (if not by) most Kindred, and several specialized Disciplines that are significantly rarer. This week we take a look at the Disciplines associated most closely with the five clans. Majesty – The forte of Clan Daeva, Majesty grants the Succubi sway over the emotions of mortals and other Kindred. Majesty is an extension of the vampire’s own charisma and can turn the heads (and hearts) of whole crowds. It is not a direct mind-control Discipline – that is the venue of Dominate – meaning that those subject to it still retain their free will, personality and creativity – arguably making them more useful than a Dominated thrall. A victim of Dominate might also realize what’s been done with them, while a victim of Majesty is usually none the wiser. Revelation (Majesty ••) – The allure and reassurance of a Kindred with this power is enough to make others forego caution and reveal their innermost feelings and secrets. A few complimentary or compassionate words or a heartfelt look from a vampire can break down a person’s prudence and fear, inspiring a desire to share deep feelings or dark secrets in an upwelling of affection or release. Enthralling – Take a look at this Kindred lured into the aura of her elder. Illustration by Mattias Snygg.
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