These are the basic laws known
to all that the Keeper of Elysium upholds.
All are
welcome; all are safe - This
law means that in a true Elysium, all are welcome, regardless of sect.
While some true Elysium’s exist, they are more and more rare. Elysium’s have
become a thing of the Camarilla, and are often associated with a specific
Prince's court. While unacknowledged Kindred may freely show up, and
request acknowledgement, those who continually attend gatherings unacknowledged
may find their unlife coming to an end.
No violence - One might assume a welcome banner
implies safety. To make it explicitly clear, it is once again stated that
violence is not permitted. Kindred understand they are a society of predators.
Allowing violence at their gatherings would result in eventual mutually assured
destruction, or preclude gatherings from ever happening at all. Provocation is
not an excuse for violence. While there will be repercussions no doubt for
insulting a Ventrue dignitary, the Ventrue may not strike back in violence in
Elysium. Safe travel to and from Elysium is also guaranteed. If anyone
causes violence in Elysium, the Sheriff and Keeper of Elysium will deal them
with swiftly.
No
overt/aggressive use of Disciplines - Violence is not simply defined as physical harm. Use of
Dominate, Thaumaturgy, or any similar aggressive Mental Disciplines is likewise
prohibited. Even the use of Obfuscation to eavesdrop is taboo, but only
punishable if caught. This Law is the most common law to be bent, or interpreted
differently from Elysium to Elysium.
No
mortals may attend an Elysium gathering - Kindred speak rather freely of their society in Elysium.
To allow mortals at such a gathering would be an obvious breach of the
Masquerade. While ghouls are permitted in some Elysium’s, it is not advisable
to allow one's ghouls to learn too much of Kindred society, lest they
become arrogant and assumptive.
All
must respect the word of the Keeper of Elysium - The Keeper of Elysium may supplement
these laws with policies particular to their Elysium at any time. While in
Elysium, the Keeper's laws must be abided by. Keeper’s, who abuse such power,
do not retain their position very long and fear the wrath of their Prince.