A really big Thank You for Taibhrigh for the awesome calenders for the end of the year!!
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Coming Soon: Sylum Vault
The Sylum Vault
We’ve been working on a project to bring Sylum home for everyone. Soon we’ll be opening the Sylum Vault that will showcase jewelry and hand crafted items that will be themed for the Sylum Universe to fit all budgets.
First set of items to be sold will be themed towards the building of Sylum Manor. What they would’ve seen when they first arrived in New Orleans and saw the property that the Manor would be built on.
Upcoming Collections:
– Founding Fathers of Sylum: Jewelry themed to Nico, Tony, Speed, Warrick, Thomas and Brass
– Rosary Collection: St. Patrick of Conclave, Swiss Guard and Vatican Police
– Clan Collection: Jewelry themed to each individual Clans and the Clan Leaders
We’ll make the announcement when the shop is up and running!
Just in time for Christmas Shopping!
Happy Birthday: Bj Jones
And to celebrate my birthday – y’all get a gift!! Or I’m just being evil – depends on which way you want to look at it.
Snippet: Advent Fic – Moulin Rouge!
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He climbed up the elephant and looked inside the once famed Red Room. Instead of the lavish interior, oversized bed, cushions, and all the comforts one would want. It was now painted in bright colors, rich in texture, very true to the Bohemian way of life. On the walls hung Toulouse’s Art. There were bright cushions on the floor so patrons could sit and admire the paintings.
But what caught his attention was the man who stood in the middle.
He was not much taller than Christian’s own height, somewhere around 5’10”. His brown hair was cropped short, but still looked wildly out of control. He wore simple cargo pants, a button down shirt, and a scarf was around his neck.
When he turned around, it was his eyes that caught all of Christian’s attention.
Startling blue.
Just like hers.
She had come home.
Really and truly come home to the Moulin Rouge.
“Who the fuck are you?”
“Oh sorry.” Christian held out his hands hoping to look non-threatening. “Sorry, I didn’t mean…I saw your light on, and I…I climbed up the…” This was starting to feel all too familiar.
“You climbed up the elephant!” He stared at him in shock. “What the hell is with people climbing the damn thing. It’s an historical building, not a jungle gym!”
Christian didn’t want to know who else was climbing on the 136 year old elephant.
“I really didn’t mean to…” He glanced around seeing more of the gallery. The transformation was amazing. The artwork was glorious, and the way they were presented almost felt like he was back in the Red Room. Minus the bed and kinky toys he knew had been stashed away. “It looks amazing. Nothing like I remember.”
“Thanks.” He glanced around, his hands rested on his hips. “Who are you?”
He held out his hand, a bright smile on his face. “Christian.”
“Seriously?” He snorted, but took the man’s hand. He frowned at the touch, something very familiar, yet elusive. “Jake Stone.”
Coffee House Friday
It’s been a long stressful, annoying why wasn’t it friday – four days ago, type of week.
I’m looking forward to a relaxing weekend.
So how you get rid of the stress after a long ass week?
Dude I live/thrive on stress? What stress? Don’t even get me started on stress?
Happy Back to the Future Day
Today is the Future. Tomorrow it will be the Past.
Happy Back to the Future Day.
Character Introduction: Eduard Cheirmine
Ehre/Weisheit: Hunter
Name: Eduard Cheirmine
Turn Date: 1316 AD
Sire: Imenand
Mate: Philipe Cheirmine
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Philipe and Eduard were Fraternal twins left at the Von Trapps doorstep when they were barely six months old.
The two were always inseparable and did everything together. Georg had made sure they were educated and well trained in sword fighting. Though Eduard took the sword fighting like a Master.
It was Georg who first noticed something was wrong, when Philipe collapsed in the middle of a training session. He called the local doctor who couldn’t figure what was wrong with him, but the fact his blood was weak.
Taking him and Eduard to the Council, Plato informed them that both brothers were very sick, and it was a blood disease he had seen before but didn’t know how to fix. (Dilios Note: Plato looked back at his notes and realized both Cheirmine brothers had leukemia).
Imenand sat down with both of them, asked them if they thought about being Turned.
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Image: Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ
Sylum Inspriation: Sylum Wiki Blog
Sylum Wiki Blog
Is officials up to date. Well up to date as it can be. There’s always going to be edits, additions, and moving things around.
But it’s done. It will be revealed during Advent! So must be patient for a while more! But believe me it will be worth it.
Totally Bios: 1002 (Because someone had to add a new guy just after I declared it’s officials done … pointedly looks at that someone)
Total Clans: 19
Total Enemies: 81 (Alive and Dusted)
Total Mutants: 10
Total Aliens: 4
Total Meridii: 31
*collapses in a heap*
Iz so done.
Wanders off to add the 1002 bio ….
Coffee House Friday
Random Acts of Kindness
There seems to be so much negativity around us that it’s hard to see the good.
So lets showcase the good.
Did someone ever show you that random act of kindness? Did you ever gift someone with kindness? Did you see a positive influence or moment?
Clan War 10th Anniversary Edition: Transitions
Title: Clan War 10th Anniversary Edition: Transitions
Author: Bj Jones
Creative Consultant: Timothy Quinn
Artist: Taibhrigh
Link to Sylum Archive
Character Introduction: Pedro of Aragon
Name: Pedro of Aragon
Turn Date: 930 AD
Sire: Azeem
Mate: Abd-ar-Rahman III
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Pedro Of Aragorn was born in privilege. His father owned land, and held favor in court Abdullah. When his grandson Abd-ar-Rahman III was appointed as his success Pedro continued the family relationship.
Pedro ended up meeting Azeem, who had been traveling to one of the Universities. He stayed at the household, the two talking for hours about the world. He took Azeem to meet Abd-ar-Rahman, and in time thought nothing of it.
Months later he was approached again by Azeem, who explained about Vampires. First stating he had Turned Rahman, seeing a man who could do good in future time, especially with his more open mindedness.
Then he explained about Mates and that Rahman though Pedro to be his. Pedro took time to think things through, and asked many questions before agreeing to be Turned.
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Image: Denzel Washington
Sylum Inspiration: Greece
Lately the bunnies have been roaming wild about Alexander. A lot to do with the recent discoveries at the Amphipolis Tomb.
Didn’t help that my dad just got back from visiting Turkey/Greece and I swear brought home bunnies. Bob’s now using him for bunny smuggling purposes.
Coffee House Friday
What is that one movie you will watch over and over and over again?
That guilty pleasure that you don’t admit you have or fully embrace it for all it’s worth?
Sylum Characters: Last Chance
As we’re dwindling down to the last bios for the new improved wiki … lets not even discuss the amount of work this has been or the time it has consumed!!
I put out the call a few weeks ago and here is your last chance.
We’re taking suggestions for characters … before you hit the keyboard – we’re already looking at Nick Grimm as many many many many did I mention many of you asked/commented about him.
Please Read: Sylum Characters – before suggesting anyone just to make sure you’re not asking for characters that well not be considered.
One last thing: Do not just give us a name from a show. That doesn’t help. If your serious about a character – give us information along with the name. The more information the better chances.
If do not want to reply to this post – you can send your idea to sylumclan@yahoo.com – please label email: Sylum Character.
Character Introduction: Romeo Montague
Passion: Legal Advisor
Name: Romeo Montague
Turn Date: 1575 AD
Sire: Lucius Malfoy
Mate: Juliet Montague
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Romeo made the mistake of falling for the wrong girl. His family house refused to allow them to marry a bitter rivalry still playing out.
He was set out to run off with Juliet when one of her brothers decided to take matters into his own hands.
As Romeo lay dying he was surprised to his father’s lawyer standing over him, asking if he truly wanted his Juliet.
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Image: Leonardo DiCaprio