To: Byrd Mann, Clan Toreador
cc: The Camarilla
From: Tai Pan and Justicar Robert Pedder of Clan Ventrue
Date: 31 May 2000
There is a master of the house.
There is a steward of the house.
Do not confuse the two.
Each shall know their place.
Ref:
Directive 011600-151/Bloodhunts
Directive 041500-174/Domain
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From: Mark 'Byrd' Brantner
Wise words, indeed. The Lawyers will have a field day though, as to what constitutes 'leave'. To Myself, not being overly bright - especially compared to a Justicar, it looks like if a Prince visits another domain, he/she has given up the right to be Prince while gone and that praxis can be declared by anyone in his/her absence.
While I suppose it's true, I fear that the future result will be more overturn of principes than has been previously experienced in the colonies.
I guess you just have to be a strong Prince, if you wish to visit another Prince and return as Prince.
Personally, I'd be scared to death to ask for a clarification on this ruling. Anyone got the nerve to petition for a clarification?
--`-Byrd-,--}(@
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To: Members of the Camarilla
From: Nemoria Rossini, Grand Harpy, Washington, DC, and Head of the Mid Atlantic Harpy Council
Regarding: Report on the Conclave in Vienna on 29 May, 2000
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Ladies and Gentlemen, Esteemed Notables,
On 29 May of the year 2000, a Conclave was called in Vienna by His Dread Excellency, Pontifex of the 1st Circle of Mysteries, Malaphar to review the issue of the Ordeal of Sir Sexton Ignatius Marlowe Spencer Hardcastle of the Domain of Washington, DC.
Those present included the following Kindred: His Excellency, Justicar Malaphar, His Celestial Eminence, the Tai Pan and Justicar Robert Pedder, Prince Sebastian Alexander Crosse of Washington, DC, Grand Harpy Nemoria Rossini of Washington, DC, and Sir Sexton Hardcastle, of Washington, DC. All Kindred were afforded the gracious hospitality of Justicar Malaphar for the duration of the Conclave.
The Conclave was convened shortly into the evening, and the following issues are brought forth for public review:
By decree of His Excellency, Justicar Malaphar, the matter of Sir Sexton Hardcastle's Ordeal is resolved, and Sir Hardcastle is hence no longer under Ordeal.
Also, during the course of the Conclave, Justicar Malaphar addressed the issue of the Seneschal's (and by association, the Prince's) role in a Camarilla Domain.
He had the following to say, and I place His words here for the edification of all, as they carry much wisdom.
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"Even though [one acting as the Seneschal] has the "power" of a Prince, they do not have true right. No seneschal should be carrying out the rights of the Prince of a domain. This is no law, just a rule. A Seneschal is the eyes and ears of the Prince; sometimes the arms. They, however, are not the Elder.
Issues that occur during a true Prince's absence may be contained and may await the return of the Prince of the Domain, who is the rightful master of the Domain. As such, any Prince who leaves his Seneschal in "charge" leaves his "name" in the Seneschal's hands. If the Seneschal breaks the Law, the Prince's name is ruined also.
If I am called to a domain for any reason, and find a Seneschal has destroyed our sacred Traditions, the Prince will also have to answer for such. Being "out of town" is inexcusable. We all must travel at times. Accept that and make sure everything is secure before the Elder leaves.
As far as I'm concerned, one is either a Prince or member of the domain. One does not *ever* "act as the Prince." If an Elder [namely the Prince] deems it necessary to leave his domain, then he gives up his right as Elder of that domain. Another worthy of the position shall take the responsibility."
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That concludes the issues brought forth in this Conclave. So it has been reported, as is my duty and honour to serve. If any have queries regarding the above information, do not hesitate to contact me.
Ever in Loyal Service to the Camarilla,
~ Nemoria Rossini
Grand Harpy of Washington, DC
Head of the Mid Atlantic Harpy Council
Clan of the Moon
Status: 6 [+5]
*Acknowledged by Queen Anne of London
Considered *Cherished by Anna Nevermore, Former Malkavian Primogen of Washington, DC for devotion to the Domain and the Camarilla
Named *Dedicated in her service to the Camarilla by Prince Sebastian Crosse of Washington, DC
Deemed *Trustworthy by Former Prince Sexton Hardcastle of Northern Virginia
Recognized as *Adored by Prince Sebastian Crosse of Washington, DC
Known to be *Influential in her Position as Grand Harpy
*Backed by the Reputation of the 5 Current Primogen of the District
(Malkavian Prestige: 4
Toreador Prestige: 1
Ventrue Prestige: 1 (*Friend))
