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The Mad Prince Moon has returned to Melbourne, but this once feared and powerful Kindred has been shattered and broken into a mockery of their former glory, even installing a weak and ridiculous puppet in their place.Amid the scorn and humiliation this so-called Widowed Prince has met, the Camarilla once more sends envoys to a court that seems untamed and untameable even as the city itself becomes ever more aware of the predators that stalk its darkest corners.
Premise
Midnight in Melbourne: Fearful Symmetry is a casual live-action roleplay set in Melbourne's vampire society based on the world of Vampire: the Masquerade. No experience with the setting or with roleplaying is necessary, but a session of Dungeons & Dragons, improv theatre sports, or a murder mystery party is somewhere close to what you can expect.
This event follows from our last, but it is not necessary to have attended it nor any of our other events to enjoy this one (participants who have attended previous events may be able to portray characters from them with approval). No experience with the event's systems are necessary (a simplified custom system will be in use with an even simpler version available for new or reserved participants).
This event focuses on cementing systems of authority and the purge of traitors, partisans, and other enemies within. Political persecution and violence are expected and encouraged.
Attire and Costuming
It is recommended to "dress like a vampire." Your style of dress will determine which faction you will be cast into:
The decadent Clan Toreador are artistic and stylish. Costumes of a flamboyant, beautiful, elegant, or sexual nature will be cast here.
The predatory Ministry are a cult that exploits the vulnerable. Costumes that are clerical, monastic, mysterious, or serious may be cast here.
The secretive Nosferatu are monstrous of appearance, but respected for their knowledge and insight. Costumes that are scary, creepy, dirty, or disgusting will be cast here.
The deadly and serious Banu Haqim are warrior-scholars bound by strict codes of honour. Costumes that are militant, stealthy, sleek, or otherwise "assassin-chic" will be cast here.
The enigmatic Clan Malkavian are an insane collection of seers, prophets, and psychopaths. Costumes of an eccentric, medical, or unclassifiable nature will be placed here.
(NOTE: Malkavian characters will be fulfilling a storyline purpose and will be asked to follow more firm direction than other clans. Thus, it is not recommended that inexperienced attendees take on these roles, nor those who seek a greater degree of agency.)
Media to consider when dressing include many classic vampire films and TV shows including Interview With The Vampire, Blade, The Lost Boys, From Dusk Til Dawn, True Blood, Twilight, Underworld, Angel, and (probably most accurately) What We Do In The Shadows.
Please avoid weapon props, especially those that look realistic.
Notes and Disclaimers
Tickets: Tickets will only be refunded up to one day before the event (eventbrite fees paid by buyer) or if the event is cancelled. Tickets may not be available at the door. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience.
Content: Midnight in Melbourne is for mature audiences and contains themes of horror, crime, exploitation, objectification, othering, cruelty, victimisation, and violation. Safety tools for safe roleplay are in use, but some content and performances may be confronting for some participants. Attendees must be over 18 years.
Accessibility and Inclusion: Midnight in Melbourne is LGBTQIA+ inclusive. Attendees are required to adhere to laws and regulations as specified by Rubix Warehouse and Liquor Licensing Victoria.
To find out more, you can find Midnight in Melbourne on Instagram or can join our discord server at https://discord.gg/JW9UMYZPv4
Midnight in Melbourne is created on the lands of the Kulin Nation.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
RUBIX Warehouse Melbourne, 36 Phoenix St,Melbourne,VIC,Australia, Brunswick
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