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Characters/FRANCOIS MAMUWALDE
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FRANCOIS MAMUWALDE

Mother to the House of Mamuwalde, MC of the Blood Disco

“I am the first member of the legendary House of Lilith. I am the Mother of the legendary House of Mamuwalde and the fiercest bitch in all of the goddess' creation. I am Francois Mamuwalde, but you can call me Buffy because I am here to slay all y'all muthafuckas!”

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Secret(1)

Vulnerability(1)

Francois is becoming a 'lush' and committing frequent Masquerade breaches.

Asset(3)

Francois is the 'Mother' of a 20-member Caitiff drag house in Bronzeville.

Francois maintains a successful public persona as a recording artist and MC.

Francois employs a flamboyant 18-year-old ghoul named LaVell Stevens.

Threat(2)

The Ministry is using Marcel to seduce Francois and infiltrate the Blood Disco.

A coup is being plotted within the House of Mamuwalde.

Alliance(1)

Francois is fanatically devoted to Erzulie, her mentor and 'Mother'.

Conflict(1)

Francois has a fierce rivalry with Chi Chi of Milwaukee.

Goal(3)

Francois is actively recruiting and indoctrinating new Caitiff into the Blood Disco.

Francois seeks a spy to monitor the tension between Adze and Bennett Steadman.

Francois prioritizes partying and setting the tone for Chicago's nightlife.

Quirk(1)

The House of Mamuwalde adopts pseudo-Tremere affectations to define their culture.

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Dangerous Temptations

There are many who want to take over the Blood Disco, Francois' moving sanctuary for the clanless. Though most vampires dismiss the Caitiff, they realize the organization is a force to be reckoned with and make overtures to Caitiff for clan inclusion in exchange for information. The Ministry sees the Blood Disco as a huge opportunity to expand their drug empire and has sent Marcel to seduce Francois into giving up the Disco's secrets.

Keen Eye

Mamuwalde is aware of the tension brewing between Erzulie's companion, Adze, and his heir apparent, Bennett Steadman. Francois wants to find someone who will keep an eye on the situation to make sure that her "Mama" Erzulie doesn't get caught in the potential crossfire.

Missionary

Mamuwalde is the official MC of the Blood Disco with her status and reputation only second to Erzulie's. A true believer in Erzulie's vision, Mamuwalde is also Erzulie's top lieutenant. Under the guise of a tour schedule, she often travels to other cities recruiting Caitiff to Erzulie's cause. She's looking to indoctrinate some new Caitiff into the Blood Disco now, in fact.

Pulse of the Nightlife

Simple as it seems, Francois wants to have a good time. Vampirism has gifted the queen a second chance to be whatever she chooses to be, so she pursues any given opportunity to party, indulge, and set the tone for the city.

ErzulieDevotion

Francois Mamuwalde is completely devoted to Erzulie, whom she affectionately calls "Mother." She is the only vampire Francois would ever defer to.

Chi ChiRivalry

Francois Mamuwalde has a long-standing rivalry with Chi Chi, the Mother of the House of Villalobos in Milwaukee. Both original members of the House of Lilith, Francois and Chi Chi battle for dominance in the Blood Disco with both houses equally matched in talent and the number of trophies acquired.

Quick Stats

Sire
Gordon Keaton
Embraced
1972 (Born 1945)
Generation
11th
Blood Potency
2
Humanity
5

Attributes

Physical

Strength
3
Dexterity
2
Stamina
3

Social

Charisma
5
Manipulation
3
Composure
1

Mental

Intelligence
0
Wits
4
Resolve
5
Health6
Willpower6

Skills

Physical

Athletics
Brawl
Firearms
Stealth

Social

Etiquette (Bar Scene)
Insight
Intimidation
Leadership (Cult)
Persuasion
Streetwise (Drag Scene)
Subterfuge

Mental

Academics
Awareness (Theft)
Finance
Investigation
Occult
Politics

Disciplines

Animalism
▶1Sense the Beast

Sense hostility and supernatural traits.

This power can also be used actively.

Pool: Resolve + Animalism

This power fits Francois' role as a 'top lieutenant' and recruiter who must identify other Kindred and sense potential threats like Marcel or internal insurrections.

▶2Feral Whispers

Two-way communication with animals or summoning.

The cost is free if used on their Famulus.

Cost: One Rouse Check per type of animal

Pool: Manipulation/Charisma + Animalism

Duration: One scene

As a character who survived her early nights by feeding on 'rats, cats, and dogs,' Francois has a narrative history of close interaction with urban animals.

Auspex

Ambition

Earn respect from the elite

Convictions

  • I will make you respect my name

Touchstones

  • LaVell Stevens — 18-year old Afri- can American flamboyant ghoul

Locations

House of MamuwaldeHavenJeffery Pub Club EscapeHavenHaven