Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:14:40 AM)
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Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:14:45 AM)
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Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:16:41 AM)
*After passing through the doors and heading towards the river, he waited in the ante chamber near the office door. Leaning against the wall there, he patiently set up camp, smiling his roguish grin to passing bits of mortal snack food who were heading into the night club proper. Littie red glasses on the end of his nose, brushing back the ocassional blonde lock that fell over his face.*

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:23:19 AM)
*Shariq is over at the end of the bar, sipping a drink and people watching*

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:26:39 AM)
*When, at last, he notices Shariq he makes his way over, putting on a wide smile* Mr Rashidi! Hello! *He says, arms wide as he beams* I've been hovering around your office door, waiting for you to make an apperance, but here you are. *He looks around at the mortals on offer and gently waves a hand over them.* If you're looking at a menu, I can come back in an hour, hour and a half ish?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:28:07 AM)
Ahh... Mikhail, how nice to see you again. No need to come back later... did you have business you wished to discuss?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:30:50 AM)
Yes and no. *Giving you an iffy look.* Mostly just came to check up on you and see how things were going. I hadn't caught sight of you out and about for a while... But, in retrospect, there's very little reason for you to go anywhere with a place like this. Everythings served to you on a platter. *Grins a wicked, lopsided grin. As always, he speaks openly, but vaugley enough so as to just dance on the egde of the Masquerade.* Did you Problem Cleaning Van business grow to life?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:32:11 AM)
Oh yes, the buisness is up and running. I have had few special clients so far, but all good things in time.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:34:08 AM)
I think the key is creating situations that require the special services you offer. *He says with a nod, thinking* Something diasterous and awful that brings about an obvious need. Then, seperating you from the equasion, I inform them of your service, you provide the service... Everyone wins!... Well *He offers at the end* Everyone except the Mark.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:41:07 AM)
One thing you must keep in mind when looking to create these sorts of situations... Risk verses Reward. Sometimes it is better to sit back and wait rather than create artificial situations that could endanger your very life for just a bit of money or such.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:42:53 AM)
You're right, I spose. *Nods again, looking disappointed.* I mean, such things are inevitable in the world we live in. It just seems a shame to wait 70 years for something that could happen tomrrow with a little help. It's a shame I don't know where the Sabbat are keeping themselves, putting them in a room would likley cause a great deal of mess for whomever was in it with them. *Shrugs*

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:45:02 AM)
I don't think I would create a business that would only be useful once every 70 years anyway.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:45:57 AM)
Oh? Maybe I'm over-estimating the ability of other Kindred to take care of themselves and the little messes that happen every now and again?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:47:21 AM)
Or their willingness to do so when there is another easier option.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:49:05 AM)
*Laughs and grins, folding his arms.* Oh yes, the squimish types... Now that Vicki has vanished, I think we have sadly few of them left. *Sighing wistfully, he looks up at the roof as he lets his mind wander.* Always good for a laugh those kinds, watching them sweat over something like a life.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:50:34 AM)
Or the lack thereof.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:53:17 AM)
Funny! *Points at you with a smile.* Who said Kindred as far detached from their human sides as you didn't know how to make a good joke, eh?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:56:31 AM)
Perhaps we should talk in my office if you are going to continue such references.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 7:58:04 AM)
Oh pshaw! If any of them can hear us over the music, they have no idea what we're talking about. *Rolling his eyes and huffing out a breath to blast some hair away from his eyes.* But, if it makes you more comfortable.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 7:59:29 AM)
*Stands and heads around the counter and back towards his office* It's not the ones that have no idea what you are talking about that you have to worry about my friend.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:00:42 AM)
Now I'm starting to think you're going soft. *He jokes as he follows you, closing the door after you. Rather then sitting down, he leans against a chair* I did want to ask you something, however. Let me know if I'm getting too personal.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:01:27 AM)
Go on. *Walks around his desk and has a seat*

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:03:00 AM)
Last time we were here, you made... What seemed to be... Beer! I never got around to asking you how it was done. *Holds up one hand to stop you before you answer* Now, if it's a clan secret, some power of the blood that allows you to make food and drink for Kindred, no worries, say no more, just shake your head and we'll call it quits. If it's alchemy or something, say so, cos I'm the curious sort.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:08:05 AM)
*Shakes his head* I'm afraid it is a clan secret... I can sell you the finished product, but I can not teach you the secret of making it.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:09:43 AM)
So, it's some power of the blood of the clan of Setites, eh? *Strokes his chin* Strange. I'd always heard about your abilities being linked to snakes... They say the greatest Setites could transform into the Egytpian Gods of old, with the heads of snakes and jackles and such... but I never heard anyone saying that could use their blood to make brews. What did your people name the power?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:13:07 AM)
My clan knows many secrets dating back to antiquity. This is merely one of them.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:14:35 AM)
It doesn't seem... *Rolls his hand, thinking*... Relevant? If you see what I'm saying? Most abilities a clan could perform I could explain, but mixing drinks? Does it enduce a blood bond?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:15:42 AM)
It does not induce the bond... but the gods may partake of it and our servants actually gain additional essence from it.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:16:08 AM)
((Ghouls get 2 bps worth of vitae from every 1 bp worth of Typhoons Brew.))

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:16:20 AM)
*Snaps his fingers and points suddenly* You could create, even sustain a servant WITHOUT having to even tell them what they are!

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:16:57 AM)
Perhaps... Though to bond them you would need to give them the initial vitae as normal.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:18:12 AM)
Of course, there are many other ways to bend one to your will.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:20:03 AM)
*Grins, wiggling the finger* But this way you could create them without that bond. You could have normal bouncers who litteraly know nothing about you or what you are, then break their addiction if you need too and leave them kicking and screaming for more... Which you can give them in exchange for their unbridaled loyality! It would groom a mortal to be a Ghoul without even exposing you.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:23:04 AM)
*Nods* I suppose you could do such.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:24:33 AM)
Well, either way, it's fascinating. *Laughs* I asked a Tremere to tell me the story of how his clan gained the powers they have the other night. You should have seen the look on his face! Oh boy, you'd swear I had asked him to teach me how to cast the spells themselves... I find that kind of clamy, closed mouth nonsense more boring then it is secretive.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:26:35 AM)
*Nods* Many of my clans secrets come from the days of antiquity. I can not teach you the secrets... but we do not hide that we know them, or the fact that many of them were taught to us by the greater gods of our Clan.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:27:28 AM)
See? Now this sounds like an interesting tale! Do you know the story of the Gods teaching the Followers?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:29:20 AM)
There are many accounts of such.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:29:44 AM)
Do you have a favourite, or most colourful?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:32:14 AM)
Oh, a few. But I thought you were interested in discussing more business... perhaps I am mistaken?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:33:16 AM)
Oh? Did you have another business proposal? Something in mind?... I don't know if you've heard, but I'm actually doing very well for myself in my business. *Grins wickedly*

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:35:08 AM)
What business are you operating as of late?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:36:30 AM)
Twisting Cainites around my little finger. *Dusts himself off with a cock wink.* I don't exaggerate when I say that, next to the Prince himself, I'm now the most powerful Kindred in the Camarilla court. Cocky thou it sounds, the rules don't lie.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:38:38 AM)
Ah, the Tower must be falling on hard times here indeed. *Smirks* I shall have to inform my brethren at once.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:40:44 AM)
*Laughs, shaking his head, giving you a look of respect and defeat at the joke* Charming. I can't help but notice that the Prince officaly granted the Giovanni and the Gangrel domain in the city... But not your clan? I mean, Assamites and Ravnos I would understand, as I hear they don't tend to stay in a city long... More arrive, ply their trade and flee. But why don't you have an offical "section"? Too few in number?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:45:35 AM)
*Shrugs* As for myself, I haven't really bothered. I have respect for the Prince's power in the city, but I do not see why I should ask him for "domain". To do so could be seen as recognizing his authority over me, don't you think?

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:46:17 AM)
I have power enough to protect what is mine. I see no need to humble myself before your Prince to do so.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:49:21 AM)
Well... *Rolls a hand* Yes, but given the circumstances it seems logical. He almost has a full court again now, which gives him a massive power base to call on. There's no reason to play hard ball with him once he's back at full capacity when he would likley be so willing to part with territory while he's re-establishing himself. *Waves it away* Still, it's up to you. I don't see it as an issue, just curious as to why you haven't made a grab.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:51:40 AM)
I have had no conflict with your Prince so far. Hopefully things will remain such.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:52:14 AM)
Still, perhaps it would not hurt to have stronger ties with the second most powerful god in the Tower.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:52:54 AM)
*Smiles* Tell me Mikhail, is there anything I can do to help you secure your position or enjoy the benefits that come with your power?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:55:23 AM)
*He scoffs as you mention the second most powerful God* Ppftt, you don't have to walk all the way to see the Prince when you have me here... OOohhhhhHhhhhHHH! *Slaps his knee* Where ever his Lordship is, he just frenzied! *Chuckling as he settled in, he lifted his eyes to the heavens and thought* Hmmmm, at the moment, just at the moment, I have things very well in hand. Mind you, I only just finished my power play this week. *Running his tongue over his fangs, he thinks* Maybe there is a way we can help each other...

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:56:03 AM)
Go on.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:56:45 AM)
((Oh... a description of the office in case you forgot...))

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:56:53 AM)
This large room is impressive from the moment one steps inside. The floors are polished black marble with red veins running through it. There are rich tapestries and expensive looking paintings on the walls. There are also several aquariums/terrariums recessed into the walls so that the glass is flush with the wall. Inside are an assortment of creatures including Piranhas, Scorpions, Banded Sea Serpents and a large diamondback rattlesnake. There are a few sculptures and pedestals with various art objects on them scattered about the room as well, all adding to the feel of opulence and wealth. The furniture in the room is comfortable padded black leather and dark stained oak. At the end of the room is a large antique oak desk that Shariq usually sits behind, three chairs facing it from the opposite direction. There is a computer monitor on top of the desk facing Shariq, often displaying the many hidden video cameras spread throughout his club.

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 8:57:47 AM)
My Primogen is going to host a party soon... Lots of eyes on it, lots of people looking to attend. The Prince is going to entering a Fencing Joust against a new arrival in town, having mentioned that he loves the sport, and the new arrival being a world class fencer embraced into my blood... have you heard word of it? (I recall. Vaaarrryyy beaudiful!)

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 8:58:56 AM)
It seems my invitation got lost in the mail. *Smirks*

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 9:00:47 AM)
Oh, tragic. *Putting on his best 'oh dear' face, laced with poetic irony.* Still, blood is on the menu... And young Isabela has been put in charge of obtaining drinks. If you wanted to sell your wine and mead, she'd be the Kindred who's in most desperate need. Rather then finding a way to shyphon vitae from her own herd without killing them or informing them... A few kegs of Kindred Ale would likley spare her a lot of work.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:03:21 AM)
I see... and what would she have to offer in return for such quantities of my special brew?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 9:05:00 AM)
Well, typicaly for Camarilla Kindred, she would have to offer a Boon... As for what she can offer aside from the banal quanities of mortal coin? I'm not sure. Obviously you don't have to cut a deal with her if she has nothing to offer... But she would be looking at a great deal of honour with her clan if she could pull such a thing off. No doubt she'll act aloof, but if she doesn't seriously consider the offer, she's a fool.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:09:06 AM)
Do you have her number... or would you be able to have her contact me?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 9:10:02 AM)
Well, if you write me out a note, I'll leave it at a place I know she'll be... That way it seems like you know all and see all.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:10:33 AM)
*Chuckles* Alright.

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:11:23 AM)
*He opens his desk and takes out paper and pen.* Anything else of interest you want to discuss?

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 9:11:24 AM)
(Her forum name is LadyPAndora if you want to arrange a time and date to see her. I gotta go to another scene with Pocket now. Much love, brother)

Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:11:42 AM)
((See ya... take care))

Mikhail Poleski (May 9, 2011 9:11:44 AM)
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Shariq Rashidi (May 9, 2011 9:27:47 AM)
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