Aluc Romas de Leon is a member of the Ministry active in Chicago. Unlikely as it seems, Aluc plans to step up to Prince Jackson’s seat if the Ventrue falls and is already working on gaining the trust of the Primogen Council. He presents himself as a vampire who knows his politics, understands what the city’s Kindred want, and is independent enough to deliver. He considers his clan’s low status in the Camarilla a minor obstacle.
Clinging to his Humanity is a weary chore for Aluc, who does enjoy killing when the mood hits him. He normally keeps his bloodlust in check and is able to control his Beast, but sometimes the urge inside him is just too strong. Stealing a page from Alexa, Aluc occasionally allows his Beast to indulge. He always cleans up after himself, but his degeneration may come quickly.
Biography[]
| “ | My dear, you don’t give yourself nearly enough credit. You are a fantastic artist. Please, come showcase at my gallery, I promise it will be worth your while. | ” |
Mortal Days[]
Aluc lived his mortal life as a hedonist in Spain, enjoying the love of counts and countesses while exerting subtle influences on their political aims. For his entire life he’d never been ashamed of getting dirty to get close to the powerful and the privileged. He’d grown up the son of a wealthy Don, and used his access to others of title to maneuver them into actions he wouldn’t ever put his own name to. It wasn’t a difficult play, as people were drawn to him because he was a curiosity: blind since birth, dashingly handsome, and coated in a reputation for devilish behavior.
Aluc enjoyed his mortality, indulging in every vice available to him. Unable to see, he indulged every other sense. He never grew jaded, pushing just a little bit more in every direction to taste a new experience whenever he could. All the while his star rose in the court, as vampires aware of and amused by the decadent mortal watched intently.
As Aluc revealed in excess, his eventual sire addicted him to his vitae and made him a ghoul, grooming him to control the aristocracy on behalf of the Followers of Set. Unexpectedly, Aluc’s ability plummeted, as thralldom stifled his creative freedom. His wiles against nobles suddenly failed catastrophically, leading to his departure from Spain under a cloud of infamy. Out of desperation, his sire Embraced Aluc in the hope it might revive his spark.
Kindred Nights[]
The plan worked, in a sense. Aluc found new focus, but did not embrace the role of political snake again for some time. Instead, he saw immortality as a grand opportunity to indulge in new experiences. He didn’t gain the use of his eyes through the Embrace, but this did not slow his love of artistic expression. He became a patron of the arts in Paris, London, and eventually Chicago, developing a passion for supporting those who create beautiful and provocative works of art. His choices were always risqué, because he was unafraid to step outside of propriety. He gauged the artistic quality through touching it and listening to the emotion in other admirers’ voices. If art evoked a strong response, he procured it. Aluc started hosting decadent gatherings as he found his feet in the arts and passions scene. His parties were a spectacle, combining performance, artistic display, and hospitality. He became well known for ensuring his guests always left satisfied.
Aluc saw hosting as an art form, the perfect means of expression and obtaining of secrets. He never claimed to be an artist of any sort, but took great pride and care in his skills as a party leader. His clan elders forbade him from taking on an official title like Keeper of Elysium, but he was known in Chicago as the man to ask when a good party was needed. It was a century ago when Aluc met Alexa. Alexa confronted him about a vulgar art installation and did not succumb to his charm. Few could hold their ground with the supreme host, but the fact that Alexa did so without hesitation caught his attention. Alexa remained amused by him, and so began a depraved relationship where the two agreed to try and find a new way to shock each other every month. The two continue their gambit to this night.
During the recent convention of Camarilla Justicars held in Chicago, Portia invited Aluc to play host at the Succubus Club. While the seriousness of the political event was not lost on Aluc, he tried to offer a reprieve from the diplomatic sparring with raucous entertainments. The event reignited his lust for political maneuvering, which he had long put aside.
Appearance[]
Aluc is a handsome-looking Spaniard in his 30s. While paler now than when he was alive, he still keeps his olive complexion and tan more than vampires normally do. His hair is generally tied back into a ponytail and he keeps his accent in all Kindred conversations.
He generally wears men’s designer clothing from Spain. It doesn’t matter if he is wearing a suit or dressed casually, the image Aluc puts forth is one of elegance and intention.
As an art critic and gallery owner, Aluc is known under the nom de plume of Hector Segura. When appearing as Hector, Aluc drops his accent and has his hair cut short, but continues to dress up. He can’t let that part of his style slip.
Sheet[]
Trivia[]
- Aluc and Alexa share a Blood Bond. Alexa is much more the monster than Aluc, and that often wears him down. Their relationship is confusing to everyone else but them, as they take multiple lovers, both Kindred and mortal, but it does not appear to impact their bond.
- Aluc frequently uses Alexa’s inhumanity to have them carry out foul acts. It weighs on him, and he feels guilty about doing so, but it is the only way he can fully accomplish his political and social goals. Aluc does care about Alexa and will continue to help them keep from falling to their Beast, but the continued strain is difficult to manage.
- Aluc enjoys spending time with the Primogen and other court members within the city, frequently hosting events in their honor or dedicating certain performances to them. He particularly enjoys learning about Ancient Greek excess from Critias and finds amusement in horrifying Annabelle with a controversial art piece. He’s attempting to crack Rosa and uncover what brings her happiness, but so far, he has had little luck.
- Aluc enjoys feeding from sexual partners he takes back to his condo, never having given up the libertine lifestyle of his mortal days. However, sometimes the urge to let the Beast out to play overtakes him. When that happens, he enters gang territory, pours blood over his head, and burns his flesh repeatedly until he feels the urge to fly into a Hunger frenzy.
Gallery[]
References[]
- VTM: Chicago by Night 5th Edition, p. 154-156
