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	'''History''': The basic philosophies of the Path of blood can be traced back to Haqim's teachings when he dwelled in the Second City. And yet, the calling tiself, like other paths, developed over time. Scholars talk of a process of "honing" as time, work and the pain of ages stripped away and sharpened the philosophy's tenets. At the beginning of the Common Era, the Path of Blood has adapted many of the precepts of Zoroastrianism, but by the 9th century, it had adopted a great deal of Islamic teaching. Vampires were obviously unclean things and a threat to the faithful. The notion of God as a harsh master who had set a great task for his followers appealed to the warriors of Alamut.		'''History''': The basic philosophies of the Path of blood can be traced back to Haqim's teachings when he dwelled in the Second City. And yet, the calling tiself, like other paths, developed over time. Scholars talk of a process of "honing" as time, work and the pain of ages stripped away and sharpened the philosophy's tenets. At the beginning of the Common Era, the Path of Blood has adapted many of the precepts of Zoroastrianism, but by the 9th century, it had adopted a great deal of Islamic teaching. Vampires were obviously unclean things and a threat to the faithful. The notion of God as a harsh master who had set a great task for his followers appealed to the warriors of Alamut.

	In the Dark Ages, the path, then known as the Tariq el-Haqim, was widely respected among Arabic Kindred who followed the tenets of Islam. These Ashirra acknowledged that the Children of Haqim followed an order creed than that of the Prphet and considered followers privy to ancient laws set down by God. For their part, the adherents of Haqim did not strike Ashirra who were true to the laws of God. Haqimite scholars and Ashirra elders discussed their mutual truths until the dawning of many days, and there was balance for a long time. Many young path followers fo the time were Embraced as Muslims, or like the Ashirra sought conversion after they were born into the night. Both groups shared a common set of philosophies and goals, and watched over the Empire of Faith as it spread across the known world.		In the Dark Ages, the path, then known as the Tariq el-Haqim, was widely respected among Arabic Kindred who followed the tenets of Islam. These Ashirra acknowledged that the Children of Haqim followed an order creed than that of the Prphet and considered followers privy to ancient laws set down by God. For their part, the adherents of Haqim did not strike Ashirra who were true to the laws of God. Haqimite scholars and Ashirra elders discussed their mutual truths until the dawning of many days, and there was balance for a long time. Many young path followers of the time were Embraced as Muslims, or like the Ashirra sought conversion after they were born into the night. Both groups shared a common set of philosophies and goals, and watched over the Empire of Faith as it spread across the known world.

	But time is the enemy of all things, even for immortal beings and their beliefs. As the Children of haqim continued their crusade to bring their lord's justice to even the most distant infidels, the path waned. With adherents stretched between the western isles and the borders of Taugast, there were few teachers sufficiently advanced to ensure that the laws were respected. As the Children Embraced infidels, many found it easiest not to instruct their childer in the Path of Blood. Heretical interpretations of the path emerged in this vacuum and it was one such abomination that may have formed the basis of the modern Path of Caine.		But time is the enemy of all things, even for immortal beings and their beliefs. As the Children of haqim continued their crusade to bring their lord's justice to even the most distant infidels, the path waned. With adherents stretched between the western isles and the borders of Taugast, there were few teachers sufficiently advanced to ensure that the laws were respected. As the Children Embraced infidels, many found it easiest not to instruct their childer in the Path of Blood. Heretical interpretations of the path emerged in this vacuum and it was one such abomination that may have formed the basis of the modern Path of Caine.
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	Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch the names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.		Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch the names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.

	Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.		Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists of the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.

	===='''Paths of the Road of Blood'''====		===='''Paths of the Road of Blood'''====

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	When an initiate is deemed ready, she is branded by a magical device at the base of the spine, leaving a strange blue sigil. The sign is the ancient Enochian glyph for death. Such marking is an ancient practice that fell out of use in the long nights since Haqim's departure. Only a few truly elder followers who are still active bear the original sign. Since Ur-Shulgi's awakening, the practice has resumed. Not all adherents have these brands - only those who make frequent visits to Alamut. Still, young followers have adopted the practice enthusiastically. Those few Blood practitioners who are numbered amongst the "Schismatics" refuse such markings.		When an initiate is deemed ready, she is branded by a magical device at the base of the spine, leaving a strange blue sigil. The sign is the ancient Enochian glyph for death. Such marking is an ancient practice that fell out of use in the long nights since Haqim's departure. Only a few truly elder followers who are still active bear the original sign. Since Ur-Shulgi's awakening, the practice has resumed. Not all adherents have these brands - only those who make frequent visits to Alamut. Still, young followers have adopted the practice enthusiastically. Those few Blood practitioners who are numbered amongst the "Schismatics" refuse such markings.

	As a novice progresses on the path, her markings become more complex. She is allowed progress when ~~seh~~ performs particular holy missions, set as challenges. At first, a mission may involve learning crucial intelligence. Later, a candidate may be set to hunt down a Baali coterie or slay a Camarilla prince. The viziers of the Path of Blood trace long flame tattoos on an assassin's back. The marks are made with a tool carved from the fangs or claws of fallen enemies. As an adherent advances, the tattoos can cover the vampire's back.		As a novice progresses on the path, her markings become more complex. She is allowed progress when she performs particular holy missions, set as challenges. At first, a mission may involve learning crucial intelligence. Later, a candidate may be set to hunt down a Baali coterie or slay a Camarilla prince. The viziers of the Path of Blood trace long flame tattoos on an assassin's back. The marks are made with a tool carved from the fangs or claws of fallen enemies. As an adherent advances, the tattoos can cover the vampire's back.

	Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch the names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.		Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch the names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.

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	When an initiate is deemed ready, she is branded by a magical device at the base of the spine, leaving a strange blue sigil. The sign is the ancient Enochian glyph for death. Such marking is an ancient practice that fell out of use in the long nights since Haqim's departure. Only a few truly elder followers who are still active bear the original sign. Since Ur-Shulgi's awakening, the practice has resumed. Not all adherents have these brands - only those who make frequent visits to Alamut. Still, young followers have adopted the practice enthusiastically. Those few Blood practitioners who are numbered amongst the "Schismatics" refuse such markings.		When an initiate is deemed ready, she is branded by a magical device at the base of the spine, leaving a strange blue sigil. The sign is the ancient Enochian glyph for death. Such marking is an ancient practice that fell out of use in the long nights since Haqim's departure. Only a few truly elder followers who are still active bear the original sign. Since Ur-Shulgi's awakening, the practice has resumed. Not all adherents have these brands - only those who make frequent visits to Alamut. Still, young followers have adopted the practice enthusiastically. Those few Blood practitioners who are numbered amongst the "Schismatics" refuse such markings.

	As a novice progresses on the path, her markings become more complex. She is allowed progress when seh performs particular holy missions, set as challenges. At first, a mission may involve learning crucial intelligence. Later, a candidate may be set to hunt down a Baali coterie or slay a Camarilla prince. The viziers of the Path of Blood trace long flame tattoos on an assassin's back. The marks are made with a tool carved from the fangs or claws of fallen enemies. As an adherent advances, the tattoos can cover ~~teh~~ vampire's back.		As a novice progresses on the path, her markings become more complex. She is allowed progress when seh performs particular holy missions, set as challenges. At first, a mission may involve learning crucial intelligence. Later, a candidate may be set to hunt down a Baali coterie or slay a Camarilla prince. The viziers of the Path of Blood trace long flame tattoos on an assassin's back. The marks are made with a tool carved from the fangs or claws of fallen enemies. As an adherent advances, the tattoos can cover the vampire's back.

	Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch ~~teh~~ names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.		Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch the names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.

	Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.		Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.

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	====Sins Against Blood====		====Sins Against Blood====
			{\|
			\|'''Rank'''
			\|'''Minimum Wrongdoing'''
			\|'''Rationalle'''
			\|-
			\|10
			\|Killing a Mortal for Blood
			\|Mortal Blood is for the debase Children of Khayyin
			\|-
			\|9
			\|Breaking your word of honor to a fellow follower of the Road of Blood
			\|Your fellows are your only allies, and worthy of respect.
			\|-
			\|8
			\|Not bringing the truth of Haqim to others
			\|The truth must be spread
			\|-
			\|7
			\|Failing to destroy an unrepentant vampire
			\|The Children of Khayyin must be cleansed from Haqim's earth.
			\|-
			\|6
			\|Frenzying
			\|Losing yourself to the Beast is a sign of weakness. You must not be weak.
			\|-
			\|5
			\|Not learning all about the enemy and its secrets
			\|To triumph, you must understand the enemy
			\|-
			\|4
			\|Failing ot slay and drain the blood of a foe
			\|Never show mercy to the enemies of Haqim
			\|-
			\|3
			\|Refusing to answer the summons of another path member
			\|The Children of Haqim are strongest together
			\|-
			\|2
			\|Failing to diablerize an enemy
			\|You must seek to become as Haqim
			\|-
			\|1
			\|Acting against another path follower
			\|An army does not attack itself
			\|}

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	Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.		Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.

	'''Paths of the Road of Blood'''		===='''Paths of the Road of Blood'''====
	*[[Path of Caine]] - a heretical offshoot popular among the Sabbat		*[[Path of Caine]] - a heretical offshoot popular among the Sabbat
	*[[Tariq al Haqim]] - A variant from an earlier time.		*[[Tariq al Haqim]] - A variant from an earlier time.
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	'''Bloody Virtues''' Those who follow Haqim's way must demonstrate great Conviction and Self-Control		'''Bloody Virtues''' Those who follow Haqim's way must demonstrate great Conviction and Self-Control

	'''Aura''': ''Righteousness'' The Aura of a Dervish modifies attempts to convince others of his moral authority and ~~the rightness of his cause~~.		'''Aura''': ''Righteousness'' The Aura of a Dervish modifies attempts to convince others of his moral authority, and attempts to intimidate those who oppose it.

	'''Common Abilities''': As may be expected, combat proficiency - Brawl, melee, Dodge, Intimidation and perhaps Firearms - is respected among Assassins. Scholarly adherents practice Academics, Expression and Occult. Followers of the Path view Assamite clan disciplines - Celerity, Quietus and Obfuscate - to be gifts from Haqim, and the most effective weapons in the war against the Children of Khayyin. Assamite sorcerers who follow this path fanatically research their own sorcery - Dur'An'Ki.		'''Common Abilities''': As may be expected, combat proficiency - Brawl, melee, Dodge, Intimidation and perhaps Firearms - is respected among Assassins. Scholarly adherents practice Academics, Expression and Occult. Followers of the Path view Assamite clan disciplines - Celerity, Quietus and Obfuscate - to be gifts from Haqim, and the most effective weapons in the war against the Children of Khayyin. Assamite sorcerers who follow this path fanatically research their own sorcery - Dur'An'Ki.

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	'''Historical Note''': This version of the Road of Blood is the most recent adaptation of the path that has guided the most fanatical Assamites since the first Bali war and the fall of the second city. It represents an infusion of the ancient lore brought back by Ur Shulgi into the more modern (and Islamic) understanding of most of the clan. Though it retains an emphasis on a mortal God (abhorent, in Ur Shulgi's eyes), it injects a new fanaticism into the blood of those the ancient needs most as he focuses the clan on its ancient mission of judging and punishing the Children of Caine. This particular version of the Road of Blood has not yet spread beyond the loyalist faction of Clan Assamite.		'''Historical Note''': This version of the Road of Blood is the most recent adaptation of the path that has guided the most fanatical Assamites since the first Bali war and the fall of the second city. It represents an infusion of the ancient lore brought back by Ur Shulgi into the more modern (and Islamic) understanding of most of the clan. Though it retains an emphasis on a mortal God (abhorent, in Ur Shulgi's eyes), it injects a new fanaticism into the blood of those the ancient needs most as he focuses the clan on its ancient mission of judging and punishing the Children of Caine. This particular version of the Road of Blood has not yet spread beyond the loyalist faction of Clan Assamite.

	The others have been judged and found wanting. The judgement has been made and it remains for the executioner to deliver the sentence. Through diablerie, murder or blood magic, the Children of Haquim slowly fulfill the dictates of their clan founder. The war is a holy one; the vampires are offenses to God (or Caine), and must be removed from his Earth.		'''Description''': The others have been judged and found wanting. The judgement has been made and it remains for the executioner to deliver the sentence. Through diablerie, murder or blood magic, the Children of Haquim slowly fulfill the dictates of their clan founder. The war is a holy one; the vampires are offenses to God (or Caine), and must be removed from his Earth.

	The Path of Blood is the name given by outsiders to the set of dictates and obligations followed by the most loyal of the Children of Haqim. Those who follow the path or those familiar with the ways of the children refer to the faith as "the way" or even "the laws of Haqim."		The Path of Blood is the name given by outsiders to the set of dictates and obligations followed by the most loyal of the Children of Haqim. Those who follow the path or those familiar with the ways of the children refer to the faith as "the way" or even "the laws of Haqim."

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	'''Following the Path''': To walk this path, adherents must rid temselves of any moral objections to diablerie. Feeding upon other Cainites is not the worst sin of the blood. Indeed, it is one of the least. There's no shame in delivering God's judgment. Nor is it a crime to steal from a theif. Diablerie rids the world of a cursed being and diminshes potential enemies.		'''Following the Path''': To walk this path, adherents must rid temselves of any moral objections to diablerie. Feeding upon other Cainites is not the worst sin of the blood. Indeed, it is one of the least. There's no shame in delivering God's judgment. Nor is it a crime to steal from a theif. Diablerie rids the world of a cursed being and diminshes potential enemies.

			Dervishes know that they are the only hope for salvation for the world. Seeking oneness with Haqim is not just a rationale for diablerie, it means seeking to balance one's soul and putting the hunger at bay. This oneness is perhaps a form of Golconda, or perhaps something more. The path's focus may go beyond a mere balance of Beast and intellect, and may set an adherent in a new direction, one that iwll bring him to transcend unity with the devine.

			Followers of Blood are not Islamic, but they respect the teachings of the Prophet. Some reject the schism and say tha thaqim was one of the prophets who came before the Last Prophet - Islam has named Christ and Buddha and sometimes Zarathustra as prophets who came before. Those are prophets of the day, of mortals. Why shoudl the night not also have prphets?

			Devotees respect humanity and seek to protect mortals from the hungers of the Children of Khayyin. Followers must deal fairly and honestly with mortals, and see to it that they are not harmed unnecessarily. Some even refuse to commit an act of violence against a Cainite if there is any chance that a mortal may be harmed.

			Though other vampries are considered cursed, many Assassins make exceptions in their holy mission, depending on the circumstances. Given a choice between slaying a Camarilla archon and helping her destroy a nest of Baali, the follower of the Path of Blood lends his talents to the Camarilla mission.

			Targeting Baali and infernalists is always work performed gratis. Assassins do not seek payment for righteous duty. Followers of this path refuse to diablerize such vampires, though. Some refuse to even allow these enemies' blood to touch the earth. A favored tactic is to stake such invernalists and transport their prone forms to Alamut where Assamite sorcerers can torture the infidels and ensure that they're disposed of in a consecrated manner.

			Like Sabbat Noddists, Path of Blood adherents perform intensive research to learn where powerful elders may sleep - so that they may be slain and diablerized.

			'''Advancing on the Path''': Path of Blood tutors lead a postulant through the early stages of conversion from Humanity to truth. Most of this education takes place in Alamut. An assigned tutor leads a child through a series of initiations and tests until she is deemed fit to progress onto the path itself. Initiation is personal. A tutor sets aside a cell for the student, where the subject must stay from one lunar month. In that time, she must, in a strange echo of Sufi ritual, meditate through dancing while cutting herself with a chosen weapon. At each dawn, the postulant is allowed to feed from animals provided, and sleep. As the student focuses, dancing in a violent, swirling motion, she concentrates on the teachings of Haqim and contemplates the nature of God. (Thus, followers of this path are sometimes nicknamed "dervishes," although the Path of Blood has little to do with Sufism.)

			When an initiate is deemed ready, she is branded by a magical device at the base of the spine, leaving a strange blue sigil. The sign is the ancient Enochian glyph for death. Such marking is an ancient practice that fell out of use in the long nights since Haqim's departure. Only a few truly elder followers who are still active bear the original sign. Since Ur-Shulgi's awakening, the practice has resumed. Not all adherents have these brands - only those who make frequent visits to Alamut. Still, young followers have adopted the practice enthusiastically. Those few Blood practitioners who are numbered amongst the "Schismatics" refuse such markings.

			As a novice progresses on the path, her markings become more complex. She is allowed progress when seh performs particular holy missions, set as challenges. At first, a mission may involve learning crucial intelligence. Later, a candidate may be set to hunt down a Baali coterie or slay a Camarilla prince. The viziers of the Path of Blood trace long flame tattoos on an assassin's back. The marks are made with a tool carved from the fangs or claws of fallen enemies. As an adherent advances, the tattoos can cover teh vampire's back.

			Intermingled with the flames, viziers etch teh names of victims. These names are written in either Arabic or Enochian, are very small and are hard to discern from obvious designs. Viziers say that they do not glorify such murder or pay homage to a mere killer, but revel in the prowess of a warrior devoted to the word of God.

			Non-combatant path followers sometimes bear lists fo the great services they have performed for the Children of haqim. A scholar may wear the names of texts she has translated. A sorcerer may be adorned by titles of the rituals she has unearthed.

			'''Paths of the Road of Blood'''
			*[[Path of Caine]] - a heretical offshoot popular among the Sabbat
			*[[Tariq al Haqim]] - A variant from an earlier time.

			====Systems====
			'''Bloody Virtues''' Those who follow Haqim's way must demonstrate great Conviction and Self-Control

			'''Aura''': ''Righteousness'' The Aura of a Dervish modifies attempts to convince others of his moral authority and the rightness of his cause.

			'''Common Abilities''': As may be expected, combat proficiency - Brawl, melee, Dodge, Intimidation and perhaps Firearms - is respected among Assassins. Scholarly adherents practice Academics, Expression and Occult. Followers of the Path view Assamite clan disciplines - Celerity, Quietus and Obfuscate - to be gifts from Haqim, and the most effective weapons in the war against the Children of Khayyin. Assamite sorcerers who follow this path fanatically research their own sorcery - Dur'An'Ki.

			'''Ethics of Blood'''
			*The teachings of Haqim are the gospels of the night. Follow them faithfully.
			*The clans of the Children of Khayyin feed on mortal blood. Assassins are not of the low clans. Feed from god's children only when utterly necessary. To feed on humans is wrong. To feed on vampires is the will of the Divine.
			*The Beast must be sated. The Beast is a tool, a gift, and it can be used for good or ill. The Beast is a challenge. It must be honed to one's will and mastered utterly. To lose oneself to the Beast is to loose control. Losing control is the province of the weak.
			*Watch and listen for anything that can help in the war against the Children of Khayyin.
			*Haqim's teachings hold truth for all vampires. Offer those who prove worthy a chance to learn of Haqim's words.
			*Those who refuse Haqim's words are heretics and enemies and must be slain.
			*Seek out opportunities to draw one's self closer to Haqim - Indulge in diablerie whenever possible.

			====Sins Against Blood====

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	In the Dark Ages, the path, then known as the Tariq el-Haqim, was widely respected among Arabic Kindred who followed the tenets of Islam. These Ashirra acknowledged that the Children of Haqim followed an order creed than that of the Prphet and considered followers privy to ancient laws set down by God. For their part, the adherents of Haqim did not strike Ashirra who were true to the laws of God. Haqimite scholars and Ashirra elders discussed their mutual truths until the dawning of many days, and there was balance for a long time. Many young path followers fo the time were Embraced as Muslims, or like the Ashirra sought conversion after they were born into the night. Both groups shared a common set of philosophies and goals, and watched over the Empire of Faith as it spread across the known world.		In the Dark Ages, the path, then known as the Tariq el-Haqim, was widely respected among Arabic Kindred who followed the tenets of Islam. These Ashirra acknowledged that the Children of Haqim followed an order creed than that of the Prphet and considered followers privy to ancient laws set down by God. For their part, the adherents of Haqim did not strike Ashirra who were true to the laws of God. Haqimite scholars and Ashirra elders discussed their mutual truths until the dawning of many days, and there was balance for a long time. Many young path followers fo the time were Embraced as Muslims, or like the Ashirra sought conversion after they were born into the night. Both groups shared a common set of philosophies and goals, and watched over the Empire of Faith as it spread across the known world.

	But time is the enemy of all things, even for immortal beings and their beliefs. As the Children of haqim continued their crusade to bring their lord's justice to even the most distant infidels, the path waned. With adherents stretched between the western isles and ~~teh~~ borders of Taugast, there were few teachers sufficiently advanced to ensure that the laws were respected. As the Children Embraced infidels, many found it easiest not to instruct their childer in the Path of Blood. Heretical interpretations of the path emerged in this vacuum and it was one such abomination that may have formed the basis of the modern Path of Caine.		But time is the enemy of all things, even for immortal beings and their beliefs. As the Children of haqim continued their crusade to bring their lord's justice to even the most distant infidels, the path waned. With adherents stretched between the western isles and the borders of Taugast, there were few teachers sufficiently advanced to ensure that the laws were respected. As the Children Embraced infidels, many found it easiest not to instruct their childer in the Path of Blood. Heretical interpretations of the path emerged in this vacuum and it was one such abomination that may have formed the basis of the modern Path of Caine.

	Following the Convention of Thorns, the defeated childer of Haqim almost abandoned the Path of Blood. Many newly Embraced "Assamites" - as they were known in the West - clung to the flotsam of their humanity. A strange, mistaken remnant of the Path of Blood lingered on, but it was never very influential. The true path was still taught at Alamut, but until the waking of haqim's childe Ur-Shulgi in 1999, little effort was made to extend the path's influence.		Following the Convention of Thorns, the defeated childer of Haqim almost abandoned the Path of Blood. Many newly Embraced "Assamites" - as they were known in the West - clung to the flotsam of their humanity. A strange, mistaken remnant of the Path of Blood lingered on, but it was never very influential. The true path was still taught at Alamut, but until the waking of haqim's childe Ur-Shulgi in 1999, little effort was made to extend the path's influence.

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	Followers of this path still operate as mercenaries for blood, but now much of that vitae is sent to Alamut to prepare for the awakening of Haqim. Scholars know that when a being as old as Haqim awakes, he will be hungry. They wish to sate their lord's thirst so that he may lead the clan to victory, rather than be his food. When haqim is satisfied, the final battle will commence and the Children of Haqim will march alongside God's holy angels.		Followers of this path still operate as mercenaries for blood, but now much of that vitae is sent to Alamut to prepare for the awakening of Haqim. Scholars know that when a being as old as Haqim awakes, he will be hungry. They wish to sate their lord's thirst so that he may lead the clan to victory, rather than be his food. When haqim is satisfied, the final battle will commence and the Children of Haqim will march alongside God's holy angels.

	'''		'''Following the Path''': To walk this path, adherents must rid temselves of any moral objections to diablerie. Feeding upon other Cainites is not the worst sin of the blood. Indeed, it is one of the least. There's no shame in delivering God's judgment. Nor is it a crime to steal from a theif. Diablerie rids the world of a cursed being and diminshes potential enemies.