Clan Hellene arose out of the mountains of Northern Greece and
vicinity. They came to their greatest prominence during the days of
ancient Greece, and their members led to many myths of that
culture's deities. Athena, Appolo and Dionysis were among their
greatest elders.
     This clan emphasizes the ideal of the Golden Mean. Beleiving
that all individuals shoulfd seek to be balanced in all human
endeavors, they only Embrace those who personify this ideal. Athena
was warrior, weaver, and the goddess of wisdom. Appolo was hunter,
poet and athlete. From the Golden Age of Greece they embraced
Odysseus and Alexander. Not until the Renaissance did large numbers
again fill their Houses. Cellini, DaVinci and Barbarossa are among
their probable children. Thomas Jefferson surely never died mortal
death unsaved.      Hellenes have a special affinity for the Earth,
and it is from them the legends of Kindred lying in their native
earth may have come. It is not a requirement, but many,
particularly the ancient, take comforyt in the practice. They
definitely do suffer from silver however, as it seems to disrupt
the flow of vital energy within them. Their affinity with the earth
also maifests in the discipline known as "Petrification".

Appearance: almost always physically beautiful and athletic. In
ancient times standards of beauty were not always what they are
now, leaving room for the thin and the reubenesque. Nudity is the
standard at clan gatherings, known as  "Salons". Such clothing that
is worn is usually classic and simple, tending to frame rather than
hide the body.

Attributes: Hellenes are always balanced between the physical,
mental and social. (5/5/5)

Abilities: Likewise tending to be balanced, 9/9/9. All Hellenes
speak Greek in addition to their mother tongue, and must take
"linquistics" accordingly.

Backgrounds: Mentor is common, as many are groomed or have Kindred
patrons before the Embrace. Taking lower generation is recommended,
this clan has always been extremely choosy and limited in their
numbers,.

Disciplines: Presense, Potence, and Petriication.

PETRIFICATION:

1- "speak with earth" - a;llows simple communication with inorganic
natural objects such as stone, metal and soil. Earth is neither
unintelligent nor unobservant, but perceptions of y time and a
ephemeral events are ignored,  unless of long duration. Senses are
limited to vibration, heat and motion.  Ex: a granite building
could communicate the presense of people, and where, but not how
many. A ceramic vase could tell for how many years it has been in
the same room.      Any presense of silver prevents the operation
of this Discipline.

2- "earth defense" - allows the telekinesis of inorganic objects,
up to limits similar to the Path of Telekinesis found in the
Discipline of Thaumaturgy. Flight is possible as per that same
Path. However, limiting the weight moved when greater is possible,
allowis the hurling of projectiles. Again, any silver precludes
this discipline.
     Ex: if able to move 20 pounds, one pound of sand or gravel
could be hurled so as to blind an opponent. A pure iron knife
coulfd be thrown with deadly force.

3- "earth's blanket" - this is exactly equal to the "Earth Meld" of
the Protean Discipline in all respects.

4-   "stony armor" - with this ability the Hellene becomes, in
all respects, a stone statue. A peice of the desired type of stone
must be in contact (as held in the mouth or hand, or stood on
barefoot). This form is impervious to sunlight and most fire, and
is almost impossible to stake. While in this form the Hellene is
limited to perceiving vibration, heat and motion. Sun can be
detected, and this form is sometimes used to spend the day
protected. One blood point is used in both entering and leaving
this state, with a botch resulting in being "stuck" another day
before emergence is again attempted. Multiple botches may have a
geometric effect, storyteller's option. (i.e. 2 = a week, 3 = a
year, etc.)
     While in this state, "speak with earth" may be used, and will
allow communication with other Hellenes within one mile.

5 - "petrification" - here a Hellene may preserve a human in stone
who is not wothy of the Embrace. An ugly, unathletic poet or
warrior, or a great philosopher are likely candidates. The target
is drained, then the Hellene expends 5 blood points and turns them
to immortal stone. The resulting statue can be  spoken to with
"sreak with earth". It may also be returned to flesh for one hour
per kindred blood point. It is said Helen of Troy preserved her
lover Paris in this fashion, giving her interesting erotic
possibilities throughout the ages.      Note, a decapitated head
could form a bust, allowing one to have Homer or Aristotle on ones
desk, available for poetry readings or philosophic debate.  Some
Hellenes that reach this level may also be able to have limited
movement in their own statue forms. This would allow some voluntary
movement while affording the protection of stone.

Reference: "The Stress of Her Regard" by Tim Powers

Arthur, Herald and Storyteller for Salt Lake City