West

The western part of the city is often home to the poorer residents. Here there is a grunginess that permeates the town from the graffiti on the once cleaned brick buildings to the broken and unmaintained architecture. Crime runs high within the western half of town, making it the home of supernatural gangs of illicit activities. Such activities are rarely reported, however, and most residents are distrustful of individual's of authorities, and often let the powerful supernatural beings sort things out amongst themselves. Be careful wandering the Western streets after the sun falls.

What You'll Find Here

Black Market
Cull & Pistol
Noah's Ark
Syn

Black Market

Just like any city - Sacrosanct is not without it's deep, dark underbelly. Hidden in the graffiti-ridden streets of the West, behind closed warehouse doors, lies the Black Market. Forever moving, it's nearly impossible to find without knowing someone who knows someone. Anything you desire can be brought for a hefty price within the Black Market - be it drugs, weapons, or lives.

What You'll Find Here

Edge of the Circle

Cull & Pistol

Hidden within the dark alleyways of the Western Ward, Cull & Pistol is a dim, often smoky bar. With a small variety of bottled and craft beers, Cull & Pistol is a quaint little neighborhood joint. With its no-frills moto, the dingy bar offers little more than liquor, music from an old jukebox, and a few frequently occupied pool tables.

Bartender Raylin Chike

Noah's Ark

Resting upon the harbor, Noah's Ark (known simply as The Ark) is a sleek superyacht known both for its fight rings and recent...renovations, of sorts. Accessible from an entrance hidden in the shadows, The Ark is a veritable Were-playground that specializes in fighting tournaments for all creatures great and small. With both singles and doubles tournaments to compete in, the title of Ark Champion is hotly contested amongst the Were population. If anything illegal is going on in the city it's sure to be happening within the back rooms or behind the ring-side bar. Note: This is a Were only establishment. All other species will be swiftly escorted out.
Home of: Nightshade

Owner Aiden Tetradore

Co-owner Tobias Cain
Bar Manager Mira Ramos
Bartender Henry Tudor
Waitress Carolina Bedford

Syn

Within the turbulent industrial district lies this club. The warehouse doesn't look like much on the outside but it provides a memorable experience from the state of the art lighting, offbeat Victorian-inspired artwork, comfortable black leather lounges, and the infamous 'black light' room. There is a wide variety of alcohol that lines the shelves of both of the magical and ordinary variety. It is a common stomping ground for the supernatural who want to let loose and dance the night away to the music that floods the establishment. Humans are most welcome if they dare.

Owner Risque Voth

Manager Darcy Blackjack
Cats Aiden Tetradore
Cats Harlequin Westward

Love is not a victory march


Posted on June 03, 2018 by Arya Calder
West
Arya Calder

Arya didn't have time to relinquish any of the embarrassment of being knocked flat on her ass before another approached, asking if she was alright. Despite her small stature and her aversion to violence, she wasn't knocked unconscious like anyone may have initially predicted after the hit she endured, she even managed to keep her thoughts in order after the sudden blunt force to her head; she was tougher than she looked, a testament perhaps to the sturdiness of pinnipeds. Warm amber eyes blinked at the hand extended out to her and the gentle inquiry of her well being. Her Were instinct immediately recognized him as a Were alpha, it was something ingrained in her DNA that allowed her to sense the presence that surrounded him even in these calm moments. It wasn't until then that she realized just how far over the pack border she had stepped, seemingly mindlessly having gone to the closest water in her nightly wandering. Her mind gently reached out to his, wanting to sense his emotions to make sure he wasn't mad at her for her accidental intrusion. Only when she sense nothing but calm from him, with hints of curiosity did she gently take his hand and offer a smile and shy laugh in return.

"I'm alright. Got too relaxed with my control over him after the other walked away so nicely. It was a...painful reminder," she said, wincing slightly through her laughter as the soreness of her jaw started to set in. She had to laugh at her mistakes, it made life easier than sitting there wallowing in it. Her cheek was slowly starting to swell, making her look like a puppy that just ate a bee or a chipmunk with something stuffed in one cheek, and she knew it was going to be a nasty bruise in the morning that makeup would probably not be able to hide. She blinked at his next words, not expecting the invitation to receive some much needed ice for her face. Arya half expected him to simply let her go on her way, in fact it was probably what she should have done to get some sleep before work and look at least half miserable rather than completely so. The offer was genuine, a gentle search of his emotions finding nothing that spoke of ill intent towards her. "Are you sure? I don't mean to cause any trouble. It's pretty late and I've just realized I probably already overstepped my boundaries simply being here," she said, running a hand along her arm in embarrassment as she cast her gaze aside. She had never been fond of being a burden on others, and only when she was certain that it was ok and probably for the best she ice her cheek now rather than later whenever she made it home that she smiled and nodded, following the dark haired man into the large ship at the end of the docks.

Arya followed close by the older Were's side, not particularly fond of the dimly lit hallway until they entered a bar area, dirty but clear of occupants for the night. "My name is Arya by the way," she said, suddenly remembered the lack of introduction between the two. She was mildly distracted, her amber eyes glancing around the room, that, when they approached the bar where the ice would be located, the sudden appearance of another individual popping up from behind the counter had her jump, the smallest of squeaks in surprise slipping past her lips. After she managed to slow her heart rate, she watched as the new man handed over a bag of ice to the dark haired one, a chuckle singling his intent had been to surprise, perhaps not her however. His mannerisms were quite eccentric, her amber eyes meeting his silver ones after he removed sunglasses. He looked young like her and yet his eyes held the wisdom of age, something she had seen in most fae she had encountered, but none quite like this man's. She blinked in surprise as he gently took her hand to place a delicate kiss upon her, something proper and rather...charming. Arya was entirely taken aback, her face flushing a soft shade of red as he greeted her and reassured her of the other's first aid ability.

"It's a pleasure to meet you as well. I'm very glad i'm in good hands," Arya said with a smile, glancing between the two men. It was at that moment that she realized she was in quite the company: two incredibly handsome men, both being incredibly nice to her; perhaps, she thought, she should venture out at night more and get hit more. The Were, who she patiently allowed to work gently at reducing any swelling and ugliness to her cheek, had some of the prettiest green eyes she had seen highlighted by tousled dark brunette hair and facial hair. The fae on the other hand had lighter brunette hair and soft gray eyes, coupled with the french accent Arya was swooning. She was so distracted that she nearly missed the inquiry from the fae...nearly. "I couldn't sleep, so I was getting some fresh air to hopefully clear my mind a bit. Guess I was more distracted than I thought and wandered a bit farther than intended." A shy smile adorned her soft lips, reminded of the events from the day prior that had stuck in her mind and caused her significant stress.

She listened quietly as the fae addressed the other about his reasons for being here, his presence, apparently, not a permanent one aboard the ship. The conversation, though topic still on the were king, had suddenly shifted back to her and she perked up as he gently teased his friend. She couldn't help the small giggle at the description of Tetradore and his insistence of her fortune that he was awake. "I find i'm the same way, if not for work I could probably sleep the day away," she said with a laugh, trying hard not too move too much with the ice pressed against her face. "I guess I inherited that from the animal in me, seals love to lounge and sleep the days away," a small grin graced her face as she continued the conversation, unfazed by any awkwardness that may have arisen. She had decided she like their company, and that maybe going out for a walk wasn't such a bad thing after all.

And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah
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