Gorgons (Lamiae)
Enemies of the Night
The Lamiae were a bloodline of Kindred believed to be descended from Lilith as well as Caine. Their founder, Lamia, claimed to be the daughter of Lilith, the Dark Mother, herself. They were dedicated warriors who protected the Cappadocian Clan and guarded sacred temples until the clan's alleged destruction by the Giovanni. The last known Lamia was believed to have been destroyed in 1718. However, the Lamiae lived on as the Gorgons, spreading the word of Lilith and the Bahari faith while uncovering the fate of the Cappadocians and undermining the Giovanni. In the wake of the Family Reunion, the Gorgons now stand proudly as part of the clan which Embraced them, and are known to have little tolerance for those who criticize their faith or insult their martial skills.
●Not On My Watch
Lamia had a staunch tradition of serving as bodyguards and fierce protectors for their Cappadocian counterparts. You carry a powerful sense of purpose, and you are capable of delivering swift punishment to any who would harm those under your protection. Whenever you attempt to defend another character via the Assist Defender maneuver, they cannot refuse. In addition, you may move up to six steps (instead of three) towards the character you are defending. If the attack you are defending against fails, you may opt to make an immediate Physical attack against the attacker as long as you have not taken a Standard Action this turn. This takes the place of your normal Standard Action for the turn. If you use Not On My Watch to make a counterattack, that attack does not trigger another instance of Not on My Watch, or a similar power, if your target also possesses it. This advantage cannot be used in conjunction with any other powers or advantages that modify Assist Defender.
●●Hunger of Death
You draw power from the energy of death. The Bahari have developed obscure blood rituals, which may come from the gifts bestowed upon your bloodline by being descended from the Dark Mother herself. Once a scene where a sentient creature (mortal or supernatural) dies within your line of sight, you may immediately lose 1 Hunger to the lowest allowed by your Blood Potency. The death of non-sentient beings, such as animals, zombies, etc, does not provide this benefit.
●●●Medusa's Gaze
The Lamiae were known as the "Gorgons" due to their terrifying nature and supposed disease-carrying blood. However, members with deep knowledge of the bloodline possess a hidden power relating to their epithet. Once a night, a Lamia may attempt an opposed challenge against a target with whom it holds Gaze and Focus. The Lamia uses their Charisma + Intimidation versus the target's Resolve + Composure. If the Lamia wins, the target cannot move or speak for 5 minutes unless threatened or harmed.