For many centuries Clan Senya held the Great Deception. Pretending to be members of other clans, the Clan kept its existence a secret from the other Clans, building their powerbases and influencing events secretly. Internally, the clan operated much like a mortal intelligence agency, with clandestine meetings, alternate identities and secret messages - but with a controlling structure and roles and titles. Many of these titles had been around since before the Great Deception, others developed during the Deception, and yet others were formalised after that Clan ended the Great Deception, as part of its new role in the Camarilla.
Many of the titles overlap, or conflict with Camarilla titles. For example, a Senya may be the Primogen of a Camarilla city, having a seat on the Prince's council and thus representing the clan; yet may have an older kindred who has no formal Camarilla title holding the position of Patriarch, or perhaps first-amongst-equals. This means whilst this kindred may have great status within the Camarilla, the Clan would expect him to be subservient to his superior.
In Ashford for example, Braxton Donahoe is the Senya Primogen, although he is by far not the eldest Senya in town. He is also the Protos Metaxy Ison (First Among Equals) for the state of California. There is presently no Patriarch in Ashford as Braxton's presence effectively makes it moot. It has been suggested that with the increasing Cathayan and Sabbat assaults on California, that Braxton may need to step down as either Primogen or First Among Equals or suffer at both positions. If he were to step down as Primogen, then the likelihood is that another Senya would become the Primogen, and likely take the position of Patriarch/Matriarch. Within Ashford, as far as the Camarilla is concerned, this Kindred would be the clan's representative and ruler, but as far as the clan is concerned, Braxton would still be calling the shots.
Like much in Kindred society, in case of conflicts then personal influence, power, and the respect and support of other Senya is a big factor in which position holder would win out. As a rule, however, Children of the Dark almost always side with Clan Status over Camarilla Status (as loyalty to the clan is a major principle of the Path of Honorable Accord that most of them follow), whilst Children of the Light, Children of Light and Shadow and (especially) Oracles are more likely to support a Primogen over a Patriarch/Matriarch. The reality is that defiance to the clan would have been dangerous and life-threatening in the past, but Camarilla rules prohibit this to a great extent, at least openly. Whilst covertly things can still happen, again depending on the power and ruthlessness of the Senya authorities being defied, this has proven in practice to grant the opportunity for rebellious and even anarch Senya to survive, if not thrive.
Titles of Status
These titles represent achievement of status, via age, wisdom or personal achievements. Lower levels can be gained simply by age or natural occurrences that apply (or could apply) to most Senya kindred, but the higher levels can only be achieved by those Senya who prove themselves effectively pillars of the community and obtain both personal power which benefits the clan, as well as proven loyalty and responsibility.
Dynitikós (Potential)
Mortals/Ghouls Only
This is when a mortal has been officially marked as a potential for the Embrace and is being observed (and to a degree protected) by the clan. This official marking is done in order for clan members to know, and thus not negatively interfere with, the adoptee. For example Potentials will not be fed upon or ghouled by other clan members, and may even find themselves receiving protection against non-Senya kindred who may attempt to. Potentials are usually ghouled by prospective sires and monitored over a period of time.
Thetós (Adopted)
0-Point Clan Status Title
Recently-embraced Kindred, Thetós (adopted) spend a period of time (traditionally 20 years) known as the Agoge with their sire receiving guidance and tutelage in the ways of the Clan, the Kindred and of Gehenna. Whilst the period under which their sires are responsible for them numbers 20 years, the actual direct mentorship period is usually far less. In these Final Nights, many sires spend only a few years directly mentoring their childer, though they are responsible for them in the eyes of the clan for the full period. Adoptees have no voice or vote in clan functions, and require a nomination from a brethren in order to address the Sýskepsi (Conclave) of their own cognition. During their Agoge they must remain within the same city as their sire (forcing many to have to move around if their sire is nomadic). Since the Second Grand Conclave, the Clan has begun to allow the Agoge to be cut short for Adoptees who have proven merit. Adoptees must spend at least one point in the Mentor background to represent that their sire is duty-bound to tutor and protect them until the end of their Agoge.
Gios/Kóri (Son/Daughter)
0-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively referred to as paidiá (children), this is the title given to kindred who have ended the Adoption period but have not yet undergone the Becoming. Children are considered junior clan members, expected to act according to clan law and whilst they are allowed to voice opinions in clan functions, they may not vote or request the right to Embrace. Though they are treated well, and often their elders will listen to wisdom they may say, many Sons/Daughters resent the fact that most clansmen still treat them like childer during this time, as they are considered inexperienced. This period is still considered a learning period by most except that unlike when they were an Adoptee, this is a period of Self-discovery and Self-learning as opposed to Guidance and Tutorial.
Aderfós/Aderfí (Brother/Sister)
1-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively referred to as adelfoí (brethren), this title is traditionally granted to those of our clan who have come of age - on the fiftieth year of unlife – and undergone the Becoming. In modern nights this has evolved and is now granted at an earlier stage to neonates who show promise or prove themselves to the clan with respectable deeds. In fact, some claim that clan members seem to show more respect for neonates who “earn” the becoming early than those who “graduate” to it simply by ageing and following the clan laws. For example, Clarissa Jade was granted her Becoming after only 32 years, and Cassandra O'Neil after only 11, although both did their traditional 20-year Agoge. All Senya of adelfoí or greater status are able to vote on clan affairs in local Sýskepsi (Conclaves) held by the Patriarchy, as well as Ypérocho Sýskepsi (Grand Conclaves) and the term Brethren is used to collectively refer to all members of the clan with full rights and membership, even if they are of higher status. This can cause a little confusion for the unfamiliar as all Boule (Chosen) are Adelfói (Brethren), but not all Brethren are Chosen. And not all Chosen are equal in status.
Patér/Mitéra (Father/Mother)
2-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively referred to as goneís (parents), this honorary title is granted to those of our kin who have sired and raised childer. This act carries status as only brethren who have gained sufficient respect are allowed to Embrace, and it is believed that each new member who adapts well and prospers, enrichens and empowers the clan as a whole with new strength, knowledge or culture, depending on the one Embraced. During their childe’s adoption period, the paters gain the Ward flaw as they are duty-bound to guide and care for the adoptee. The title is kept even after the 20 year adoption period ends, as a mark of respect for contributing to the clan’s growth and strength. A parent who’s childe becomes a failure – failing the Becoming, becoming Wayward or similar, or if they failed to protect them and the childe meets final death – earns the title of Estranged to signify that they failed as a parent and, by extension, the clan. In the case where a sire is killed before the end of their childe’s adoption period, other Senya who would be eligible can assume the role of Parent, gaining the status and responsibilities thereof. This is also similarly common of particularly high-Title holders, such as Firsts or higher, where it is common that the Embrace itself is carried out by the sire, but the responsibilities of Parent are passed on to another. These individuals are known as anádochos, which equates to “Godparent” or “Sponsor”.
Patriárchis/Matriárchis (Patriarch/Matriarch)
3-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively referred to as Patriarchía (Patriarchy) or Mitriarchía (Matriarchy) interchangeably, these are the Senya in charge of other Senya in the city, and leader of the Boule. A position roughly equivalent to Camarilla Primogen and typically serve the same function within Camarilla domains. They are the elected representative of the clan in a City, chosen by the resident Senya in a city. This person is normally the most popular, powerful or respected of our clan in the locale, though popular young kindred with good diplomatic skills may be chosen instead of far elder kindred. Note that for clan status purposes, there is no distinction made between whether a Matriarch is a Primogen, or the Prince of the city. Clan status is accorded based on loyalty and respect within the clan, not the Camarilla. It is possible, though rare, for a Senya with low clan status to become the Primogen or even Prince of a city, or conversely for a Matriarch to have no official Camarilla title of function. Most commonly, as the Patriarchy are elected by the Brethren in Sýskepsi (Conclaves), the election serves to select both the Partiarch as well as the Primogen. It is not unheard of, however, for the Brethren to elect a highly respected or diplomatic Brethren as their Primogen, serving in an Ambassadorial role to the clan, but not as Patriarch. This Primogen would, as far as the clan is concerned, fall under the direction of and working alongside the elected Matriarch. At least, in theory. In practice, which of the two has more actual power in a city and sway over the city’s Senya depends on both personal influence and power. Difficult and contentious relation and rivalry between Children of the Light Primogen and Children of the Dark Matriarchs are not as uncommon as the clan would like to admit.
All Senya of the Patriarchy or greater status are considered Boule (Chosen) and are able to vote on clan affairs in Ekklesia conclaves, as well as vote to propose members for higher Boule status or prestigious titles of function (titles of Status level 3 and higher, such as other Matriarchs or Firsts), and the term Boule is used to collectively refer to all members of the clan that are Patriarchy or higher. Boule have the ability to assign titles of status or function of levels beneath them, for example allowing a Matriarch to grant Brethren status to an ancilla, or appoint a worthy warrior as a Knight.
Protos Metaxy Ison (First Among Equals)
4-Point Clan Status Title
This title used to be known as the Archones (Archons) but was changed after the Clan formally joined the Camarilla so as to avoid confusion with the Camarilla title of the same name. Collectively referred to as Próta (Firsts) or the Latin alternative, Primacy. Whilst the Patriarchy oversees the clan’s affairs within a city, the First Among Equals – or simply Protos, First, or Primus (from the Latin Primus Inter Pares also meaning First Among Equals) – is responsible for coordinating and liaising Senya activities within a region, typically a county, state or similar, typically depending on the size and population of a country. At the least, Firsts supervise a number of cities. The First is elected from and by the Patriarchy in their region of representation, although it is up to the Ekklesia to determine both how many Firsts they want to allocate, and what regions they oversee. The Patriarchy and Firsts are not necessarily the eldest of our clan in a region. In California, for example, Braxton Donahoe serves as First for the state, even though he takes only the position of Primogen within the city, and there are notably elder Senya residing in both the state as well as his own city. It is rare to see Senya Firsts or higher-achieving Camarilla positions of Seneschal, Prince or greater, as it is felt that the demands of those positions would occupy too much of their attention, and potentially split their loyalties, to carry out their clan functions. Those Senya who seek to climb the status ladder essentially need to choose if to climb the ladder of the Ivory Tower, serving as Ambassadors and diplomats or working alongside with the Patriarchy and Próta. It is entirely possible for a Senya to amass enough personal power to claim the position of Prince or Anarch Baron, yet have no formal clan status, and be defiant and not respect the authority of the clan hierarchy, becoming Estranged or Wayward. These individuals are typically very powerful and paranoid individuals, as being a Wayward opens them to the very real possibility that a Prytanis or Ekklesia may decide it is in the best interests of the clan to remove them from power. Or from existence.
Prytanis (Executive)
5-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively known as the Prytaneis. Whilst Firsts coordinate clan activities within a state or region, via Patriarchs/Matriarchs who direct clan affairs within a specific city, the Prytanis serve as executive functionaries overseeing activities between the various Firsts in a country. The geographic size of the country and number of cities/states does not particularly matter as far as the title is concerned, meaning that some Prytaneis have a lot more responsibility than others – the Prytanis of USA has many Firsts to oversee, whilst the Prytanis of Monaco has substantially less. Whilst some regions may be geographically smaller, they have more contentious issues to worry about or greater concentration of Senya or economic/strategic value. Some countries or cities may have few Patriarchy or Firsts, if any, in essence forcing the Prytanis to take this role. In countries controlled by our enemies, the Prytanis serve more as military leaders and spymasters than as governors. The Prytanis of Mexico, for example, is more involved in coordinating with Wraiths and Phantoms in the Sabbat-controlled country than any established clan presence in the Sabbat stronghold.
Just as the Próta (Firsts) are elected by the Patriarchy beneath them, so are the Prytaneis elected by the Próta beneath them.
Ekklesia (Ecclesia/Assembly)
6-Point Clan Status Title
The Ekklesia, or Assembly, is the governing body of the clan – also sometimes known in the modern nights as the Inner Council – which debate any clan-wide-affecting decisions. Ekklesiasts are elected from the ranks of the Prytaneis (Executives) partly by other members of the Ekklesia, and in large part chosen by lottery in a process called sortition. Each of the Ekklesia positions relates to one of the six major continents and whilst they have an equal vote on Ekklesia conclaves, the actual power and responsibility they control vary tremendously – for example, the Ekklesiast for Europe is more influential and has a greater responsibility than the Ekklesiast for Australasia, given the historical significance of Greece and the Old World to our Clan, and the larger number of Senya there over Australasia. The following are the current Ekklesia positions:
- Ekklesiast (Asia): Grigori Orlov (CoD) – Covers all the former USSR states (including Russia, though mortal political maps place it in Europe), middle-east and Asian countries Due to the Assamite and Setite presence in the Middle-East and Cathayans in the oriental areas, this position can bring its share of danger. Grigori usually resides in Moscow, Russia.
- Ekklesiast (Africa): Unjongo Hamsou (CoL) – Covers both North and South Africa. Although it is a large area with many territories, it is one of the least contentious as the Ebony Kingdom is home to the Laibon, who do not see themselves as descendants of Caine and refuse membership or allegiance to any of the Cainite sects, and both Camarilla and Sabbat presence are limited and mostly limited to North African strongholds. Nevertheless, as both sects try to expand their influence in Africa, as well as the especially strong presence of Setites in North Africa, this region is not without its challenges. Unjongo usually resides in Mombasa, Kenya.
- Ekklesiast (North America): Isabela (CoD) - Covers all of the United States and Canada. As the Camarilla is heavily at war with the Sabbat on the east and southern coasts, and the Cathayans in California, this is a very busy and powerful post. Isabela’s successful leadership in this region, plus her advanced age, were key factors in her becoming Presider. Isabela usually resides in Chicago, USA.
- Ekklesiast (South America): Ana Carolina Lima (CoL) – As much of South America is controlled by the Sabbat or Independents, this position can be quite dangerous. Ana Carolina usually resides in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Ekklesiast (Eurasia): Sigmund (CoL) - Covers all countries geographically (if not politically) in Europe. As the clan’s birthplace is considered to be Greece, and Europe has many conflicting Camarilla and Sabbat domains, this position is considered prestigious and was held by the famed Manipalios prior to his death. Sigmund usually resides in Athens, Greece.
- Ekklesiast (Australasia): Hugh Anderson (CoD) – Covers all of Australasia. Although this is considered a fairly small region, Australia is a hotbed of conflict between the Camarilla, Sabbat, Cathayans and other supernaturals, making it a more perilous position than might be expected. Hugh usually resides in Sydney, Australia.
Proedrévon (Presider)
7-Point Clan Status Title
There is only ever one current Presider – this is the chosen Kindred to act as head of the Ekklesia. The Presider determines what direction the clan will follow, handles formal relationships with outsiders and acts as final arbiter in all matters. The Presider is chosen by and from the Ekklesia and therefore also has the responsibilities and duties of an Ekklesiast. The Presider is also expected to hold the clan’s seat in the Camarilla’s Ruling Council unless they choose to appoint another in their stead – but as there has only been two Presiders in the clan’s history, only one since the clan joined the Camarilla, how this will develop has yet to be seen. The current presider is Bat-Zabbai, more commonly known as Isabela, childe of Mariahanne, childe of Kaie’Mu, childe of Zillah, childe of Caine, who also carries out the role of Ekklesiast for North America and holds our seat on the Camarilla's Inner Council.
Titles of Shame
Hamartia (Estranged)
Negative Clan Status Title
The title Hamartia derives from the Greek hamartánein meaning "to miss the mark" or "to err" and is associated with Greek tragedy, although the common nomenclature of Estranged has become more common. This title is given to those who have broken clan laws or failed the clan in some way, such as a Father becoming Estranged if their childe has failed the Becoming due to their failure, as a mark of shame to denote that they either chose their progeny poorly, or failed to guide them properly. The Estranged lose the right to Embrace or vote in Boule or Conclaves – effectively having the same rights as paidiá (children) until they redeem themselves. It is possible for children to become Estranged also, suffering no practical loss of rights but marking them as on the path to failing the Becoming, and Adelfoí (Brethren) will treat them accordingly.
Pythias (Prodigal)
Negative Clan Status Title
Pythians, or Prodigals, are considered to be Estranged due to some crime against the clan or perceived failure. Unlike Estranged, however, they are actually exiled from the domain they belonged to – and are treated as Estranged by Senya in all other cities. Prodigals are usually exiled for a specific period of time, or with a specific (usually dangerous) purpose or task which, if successfully accomplished, allows the prodigal to return home having proven their loyalty and ability, with their former titles and according rights re-instated. Prodigals who fail, or flee, are marked as Ephialtes (Waywards) and hunted by Ephitheorit. The title etymology stems from the legend of Pythias and Damon, whereby Pythias is accused and charged with plotting against the tyrannical Dionysius I of Syracuse and sentenced to death. Asked to be allowed to settle his affairs before his execution, his friend Damon was held as hostage to be executed in his absence if he did not return. Despite his ship being captured by Pirates, requiring him to swim back to shore, Pythias returned as promised. Impressed by Pythias’ loyalty, Dionysius pardoned Pythias. Like Pythias, it is hoped that Prodigals will prove themselves loyal to the clan and redeem themselves by their deeds, and return home after a period away. Valerie, progeny of the famed First Among Equals, Braxton Donahoe, was a known Prodigal until her activities upholding the Dark Alliance in Vancouver and consequent actions in the Sabbat Crusade redeemed her.
Ephialtes (Wayward)
Negative Clan Status Title
Collectively known formally as the Ephialtes, but more commonly known by their nomenclature of Wayward, this is a negative title that is given to Senya who have committed grave offences, failed the Becoming, Prodigals gone rogue or similar. This title is conferred by the Firsts or higher, who can assign the title to those beneath them. The title signifies that a Senya has been marked for death by the clan, and can be destroyed by any Boule, though it is more likely that they are captured by Boule and executed by the Patriarchy or higher - with Wraiths and Securitors hunting them outside of Camarilla domains. It is sometimes possible, though rare and difficult, for a Wayward to redeem himself and become Estranged, or Brethren once again. An example of this is Kristina Otis, now one of the clan's Dikastes (Judges) and the clan’s current Camarilla-appointed Justicar. In her youth, her bloodlust for vengeance led to her nearly being lost to the Beast and marked as Wayward – but ultimately gained control of her beast and bloodlust, and proved herself loyal to the clan by nearly dying assisting clan members against a deadly threat, becoming redeemed as a result. All Antitribu are, by definition, Wayward. The title etymology stems from the legend of Ephialtes of Trachis who betrayed the Greek forces to the Persians at the battle of Thermopylae.
Titles of Function
Athinaíos (Athenians/Lorekeepers)
2-Point Clan Status Title
Named after the Greek goddess of Knowledge and Wisdom, Athenians, or Lorekeepers in modern nomenclature, are experts in knowledge - typically the humanities: Historians, anthropologists, and archaeologists; although students of the occult or Kindred Lore, including the Book of Nod and prophecies of the End Times, Thaumaturges, and even the occasional Necromancer are equally common. In the modern nights, Lorekeepers with knowledge of the sciences, medicine and computer science are also being acknowledged within their ranks. Lorekeepers additionally keep track of clan records, status and boons. Ascensionists and Oracles (especially the latter, as it falls quite naturally within their areas of interest) are the ones that most often become Lorekeepers, although some Shadows have also become Lorekeepers of renown, being more naturally aggressive and willing to take risks in the pursuit of lore than their more studious Ascensionist brothers, often reaping great rewards, or death (such as the famed Shadow archaeologist Adèle Bourgoin).
As the Lorekeepers function very much as a scholarly institution within the Clan, training new initiates and sharing information and knowledge for the good of the clan, with Lorekeepers often overlapping in knowledge but specialising in unique fields, they have become a faction within the clan, formally known as Athinaíoi (The Athenians) but more commonly referred to as The Lorekeepers.
Ippótis (Knights)
2-Point Clan Status Title
Ippótis (Knights) are members of the clan who specialise in martial prowess and threats to the clan – traditionally the Sabbat, Setites, Baali and the Lupines. Their job is to protect other clan members, especially the Patriarchy or Firsts, who they directly serve, and bring in those fleeing clan justice – such as hunting those declared Wayward. Functionally, they serve much like Camarilla Sheriffs or Hounds, but within their responsibilities to the clan. Those who follow the Path of Gehenna or old Path of Chivalry naturally gravitate towards becoming Knights and so this is popular amongst both the militant Children of the Dark as well as the warrior Children of the Light. Becoming a Knight is often seen as the first step towards eventually becoming an Epitheorit (Enforcer), although Phantoms are also good avenues towards this eventual position. There is typically one Knight per city, although cities with many Senya may employ more than one Knight. Within the Ippótis, three subtypes are recognised, each carrying the same status and official title of Ippótis, although each more commonly known by a title that reflects their particular focus or expertise:
- Knight - the generic term for Ippótis, typically used formally or to describe generalists of no particular focus. They function similarly to Sabbat Templars. Senya of all factions become knights.
- Crusader - These Ippótos are more pro-active and actively seek out and engage threats to the clan, often patrolling domain borders with known Sabbat or Lupine activity, or similar. Crusaders often liaise with Phantoms to provide combat support when needed, such as extracting a Phantom in peril. In many ways, Crusaders are the clan's equivalent to the Sabbat's Black Hand. Children of the Dark are most likely to become Paladins.
- Paladin - Functionally closest to the role of a camarilla Sheriff, the name came into vogue as a mockery of the Sabbat title of the same name, as this is a role similar, but considered less noble. Ippótis Paladins focus on protection, dedicating themselves to protecting members of their clan from external threats. Although they will prioritise the city's Patriarchy, they strive to protect all clan members. Paladins rarely seek out threats or engage in actions outside the city to which they are in service. Children of the Light are most likely to become Paladins.
- Man-at-Arms - Functionally similar to Sabbat Paladins, these Ippótis serve as the personal bodyguards and button men to Firsts and higher status Senya, especially Prytanis, who tend to travel a lot and therefore are likely to encounter nomadic packs or lupine threats whilst they travel. Senya of all factions become men-at-arms although, usually, they swear loyalty to superiors of the same Faction. A Prytanis of the Children of the Dark is more likely to want to engage in secretive, dubiously-ethical assassinations and activities (perhaps even against members of the clan itself), which an Ascensionist Man-at-Arms is more likely to have issues with than another Shadow.
In addition to being titles of function, the esprit de corps between the various types of Knights has resulted in them becoming a faction within the clan. This faction usually involves mutual support, training, information exchange and similar. This faction is simply known as Oi Ippótes (The Knights) regardless of focus/expertise.
Fántasma (Phantom)
2-Point Clan Status Title
A member of the clan who specialises in disguising themselves as another – usually a member of another clan - in order to infiltrate an organisation or spy on another group or sect for the clan. Phantoms are often thought of as being the “black ops” of the clan, doing jobs under guises of others so that the clan can have deniability. Therefore many Phantoms are Shadows and were investigators, assassins or able manipulators even during their mortal lives. Many Epitheorit (Enforcers) function as Phantoms in the short-term, and many Epitheorit are recruited from the ranks of the Phantoms. By appointment, Phantoms serve as double agents for the clan – and their sacrifice and bravery is respected, as they often operate with little to no clan support deep in hostile domains, where the consequences of being caught by Setites, Giovanni or Sabbat are unpleasant and fatal, if the Phantom is lucky. Phantoms liaise with and fall under Epitheorits (Enforcers), who monitor many of their activities, especially those Phantoms in the Sabbat, which is a hard role for them to lead due to the Vaulderie. Many Phantoms, especially those who infiltrate the Sabbat, are taught the Sanguinary Expulsion combination discipline, and the Personal Masquerade merit and Alternate Identity backgrounds are highly prized.
Like Knights, several subtypes of Phantoms are recognised, representing the purpose and skillsets of each Phantom although, in practice, they are far more mutable than that of Knights and the specific specialisation they use is often a quick indicator of their current focus, though not necessarily a permanent one. For example, Kisa was a Phantom for many years, but became a Wraith during the 2016 Ashford Sabbat Crusade. Since becoming Whip of Clan Senya requires her to remain in Ashford, she has now become a Shade. Phantom subtitles are usually only used within the Clan (and often, only with other Phantoms or Boule members) but rarely with those outside the clan. Secrecy, after all, is the tradecraft of the Phantoms.
- Phantom: The generic term for a Fántasma, these Senya go into deep-infiltration into enemy sects or clans, where they remain long-term as spies, or sleeper agents for when needed. Although Phantoms may carry out assassinations on occasion, espionage is their main focus and, so as not to blow their cover, Wraiths or Crusaders are often called in to eliminate identified targets. Although Senya of both factions become Phantoms, the nature of the acts they often must carry out to preserve their cover makes Children of the Dark far more common.
- Wraith: Similar to Phantoms except that they are not expected to be embedded long-term. They have a specific mission or purpose such as assassinating an assigned target, or uncovering and eliminating Senya Antitribu or Waywards, or identifying targets for Knights to take out. Children of the Dark are most likely to be Wraiths as Wraiths often have higher risk and requirement to do morally grey actions.
- Shade: Agents that pretend to be kine and go deep-cover in kine institutions to spy, or gain influence for the clan. Children of the Light are most likely to be Shades.
- Spectre: The clan officially denies the existence of Spectres as an official acknowledgement and sanction of their existence would violate the terms of the clan's membership agreement with the Camarilla. They function much like Phantoms, except they infiltrate Camarilla clans, pretending to be a member of their own, and spy on them internally to learn their ways and steal their secrets for the good of the clan. Spectres are highly respected because, if caught, the clan will disavow their actions and have to publicly punish the Spectre, if they survive the wrath of the infiltrated clan and possibly Camarilla repercussion if they broke any Traditions. Spectres often serve as generic Phantoms or Wraiths (especially, as they are deployed less long-term than Phantoms or Shades), especially in an official capacity (for clan deniability) unless being deployed on a mission. Members of both factions are known to become Spectres - the deceptive nature of the job appeals slightly more to the Children of the Dark, but Children of the Light usually find it easier to infiltrate the Camarilla Clans.
Just as Lorekeepers and Knights are their own faction, the esprit de corps between the various types of Phantoms has also resulted in their becoming a faction within the clan. This faction usually involves mutual support, information exchange and collaboration, such as Wraiths taking out prime targets located by Phantoms. This faction is simply known as Ta Fántasma (The Phantoms) regardless of focus/expertise.
Epitheorit (Enforcer/Securitor)
4-Point Clan Status Title
Collectively formally known as the Epitheorités meaning Enforcers, but more commonly known by their modern nomenclature of Securitors, these are our secret police and investigators. Chosen for expertise in their respective fields their job is to protect other clansmen, investigate serious crimes and eliminate serious threats to the clan. If the Prytanis or Ekklesia suspect problems in the Patriarchy, or more than Paladins can handle, the Securitors are sent. Each Prytanis can nominate candidates to the Ekklesia, who then decides how many, and who, to appoint to this station. Securitors function in a similar role to Camarilla Archons although have no official Camarilla recognition, and so must be careful when dealing in non-Camarilla or non-Senya-controlled domains. As Justicars can pick their archons or assistants, the clan’s current Justicar, which is always one of the Dikastes (Judges), typically appoints one or more of their Securitors as archons and liases with the rest as needed.
Dikastes (Judges)
5-Point Clan Status Title
Dikastes (Judges) are roughly analogous to that of Camarilla Justicars, or experienced Archons such as Alastors. There are always three Judges, selected by the Ekklesia from amongst the Epitheorit (Securitors) and these are each incredibly powerful beings of great martial prowess, leadership experience, investigative skill and proven history of success. Each Judge has a team of Securitors directly serving him, with a similar relationship to that of Camarilla Justicars and Archons, except that they have no official standing within the Camarilla itself.
Every 13 years, the Camarilla Inner Council meet and select their Justicars – one for each clan - a position which is then held for the next 13 years. It is the Camarilla Inner Council that argues over, votes on and appoints each clan’s Justicars but it is up to the Councillor for each clan, however, to put forward the nominations for the potentials to become the next Justicar of their clan. As such, the Senya Councillor always puts the names of our three Judges forward and, as such, the Senya Justicar is therefore chosen by the Camarilla Inner Council from amongst one of the Judges. Although this Judge has no official in-clan superiority over the other Judges, as they are the only one of the three with recognised Camarilla authority, they are ceremonially given the title of Prótos Dikastís (First Judge) out of respect, and are considered to have seniority over the other Judges. The remaining Judges assist the First Judge as needed, much as Camarilla Archons may, although within the clan’s internally they hold more status and respect than an Archon would and the backing of the clan’s structure to enforce it.
The first Justicar was Kiyeko, who served as Justicar from 1994-2007. He was succeeded by Kristina Otis from 2007-2020. Pearce Morgan now serves as the current First Judge and Justicar for Clan Senya. Note that whilst the Justicar’s official function is to enforce Camarilla law and safety, it is expected that loyalty to the clan comes first. Whilst the Justicar can defy the clan with the knowledge that the clan can, in practice, take limited action against them whilst they are Justicars, the clan is patient and would remember the Justicar’s disloyalty when their 13-year term is up…
Polemistís tis Géennas (Warrior of Gehenna)
6-Point Clan Status Title
This relatively new position, chosen by and answerable only to the Ekklesia and Presider, is granted to one of our most powerful and accomplished warriors, who then devotes the rest of his existence to preventing Gehenna. Unlike Lorekeepers who merely research Gehenna, the Warrior of Gehenna is charged with acting to prevent this day from coming by any means necessary. This can include liaising with Lorekeepers to learn about Gehenna, providing them with any new kindred lore that he uncovers in his travels. But principally, it is a suicide mission to seek out and destroy the greatest threats to the world by. The Warrior of Gehenna seeks out and destroys Setite and Baali Gehenna cults, monstrous entities such as the one that caused the Gangrel Justicar Xavier to pull the entire clan out of the Camarilla, to hunting Antediluvians (or at least, locating where they lie in torpor – if they can be found whilst they sleep, and destroyed, then perhaps Gehenna can be averted). All the while, without any support from the Camarilla and concealing their activities from them – as the Camarilla would see their activities as heresy at best, treason at worst as the Camarilla officially decries the Antediluvians and tales of Gehenna as scary myths akin to kine folk tales. The Warrior of Gehenna. The first, current and only Warrior of Gehenna to date is an ex-Gangrel named Luke, who became a Senya by accident after a powerful ritual attempting to break a blood bond to a Succubus mystically changed his blood.