Malachite

Born with the name Maleki, the 9th century native of Istanbul (then it was called Constantinople), grew to be an Eastern Orthodox Priest. He gained a benefactor in the form of Magnus, a Lasombra elder. As a ghoul with a powerful, if mysterious patron, Maleki eventually rose to the rank of Bishop. Unfortunately, he had a public disagreement with Magnus that resulted in earning his benefactor's ire. For wounding his pride, Magnus had Maleki Embraced by a Nosferatu, Vasilli the Penitent Dog.

Reborn as a Cainite, Maleki lived in despair until he was taken under the wing of the Toreador Michael, Patriarch of Constantinople. He took the blood oath and gained the protection of Michael, becoming a servant of Michael's Dream. He took the name Malachite and also came to be known as the Rock of Constantinople and a respected elder among the Lepers of the East.

Awakening from the Dream
During the Fourth Crusade, the city of Constantinople was sacked by their fellow christian crusaders (encouraged by the Venetian Doge and perhaps the Lasombra). In the chaos, Michael was diablerized by a Baali, Mary the Black. The loss of Michael devastated Malachite. He left the city for many years and searched for a new hope. Malachite found his purpose with the Tzimisce Methuselah known as The Dracon. After their meeting, Malachite was inspired to return to Constantinople, free it from Frankish control, and return the city to its former glory.