ALUC ROMAS DE LEON
Art Collector, Artist Patron
“My dear, you don't give yourself nearly enough credit. You are a fantastic artist. Please, come showcase at my gallery, I promise it will be worth your while.”
Facts at a Glance
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Aluc is secretly blind and experiences art through touch and the emotional reactions of others.
Aluc uses Alexa Santos to carry out foul acts to further his political goals.
Rumors suggest Aluc is actually a Toreador masquerading as a Ministry member.
Aluc claims he killed his sire to escape the Beckoning.
Vulnerability(1)
Aluc is struggling with rapid degeneration and occasionally indulges his Beast's bloodlust.
Knowledge(1)
Aluc studies Ancient Greek excess with Critias and attempts to provoke Annabelle.
Asset(2)
Aluc has significant influence over Chicago's artists and blue-collar labor unions.
Aluc maintains a mortal Mask as art critic Hector Segura.
Threat(1)
Alliance(2)
Aluc and Alexa Santos share a Blood Bond and a depraved, polyamorous relationship.
Aluc was invited by Helena (as Portia) to host at the Succubus Club.
Conflict(1)
Aluc despises Marcel for embodying negative Ministry stereotypes.
Goal(2)
Aluc intends to claim the Princedom if Kevin Jackson falls.
Aluc is attempting to find a way to socially 'crack' Rosa Hernandez.
Quirk(1)
Aluc refuses to own a club, preferring to host parties on other Kindred's territory.
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The Red Mist
Clinging to his Humanity is a weary chore for Aluc, who does enjoy killing when the mood hits him. He normally keeps his bloodlust in check and is able to control his Beast, but sometimes the urge inside him is just too strong. Stealing a page from Alexa, Aluc occasionally allows his Beast to indulge. He always cleans up after himself, but his degeneration may come quickly.
Weaponized Degeneracy
Aluc frequently uses Alexa's inhumanity to have their carry out foul acts. It weighs on him and he feels guilty about doing so, but it is the only way he can fully accomplish his political and social goals. Aluc does care about Alexa, and will continue to help their keep from falling to their Beast, but the continued strain is difficult to manage.
The Future Prince
Unlikely as it seems, Aluc plans to step up to Prince Jackson's seat if the Ventrue falls, and is already working on gaining the trust of the Primogen Council as a vampire who knows his politics, knows what the city's Kindred want, and is independent enough to deliver. He considers his clan's low status in the Camarilla a minor obstacle.
Aluc and Alexa share a Blood Bond. Alexa is much more the monster then Aluc is, and that often wears Aluc down. Their relationship is confusing to everyone else but them, as they take multiple lovers, both Kindred and mortal, but it does not appear to impact their relationship.
Aluc enjoys spending time with the Primogen and other court members within the city, frequently hosting in their honor or dedicating certain performances to them. He particularly enjoys finding time to learn about Ancient Greek excess from Critias, and finds it amusing to horrify Annabelle with a controversial art piece. He's attempting to crack Rosa and find out what brings her happiness, but so far has found little luck.
Marcel makes Aluc want to scream. He is everything the other clans hate about the Ministry, from his swagger to his illicit dealings in the criminal underworld. Aluc embraces the moniker of Minister if it means he can step away from "Serpent" or "Snake." He despairs when he hears Marcel still living up to old stereotypes.