The Masquerade

A middle-aged male Lasombra with olive skin and dark hair streaked with gray. He wears traditional rabbinical attire adapted to modern urban style, blending a tallit-inspired cloak with tailored dark clothing. His presence is dignified and commanding, with subtle shadows seeming to cling to him.

Michalis is contemplative, patient, and deeply spiritual, with a strong sense of duty and loyalty to his sire and clan. He is serious and formal in demeanor, often reflecting on the mysteries of existence and the nature of Kindred society. Despite his calm exterior, he harbors a quiet resolve to uncover hidden truths and maintain his faith amid darkness.

Born in Limassol, Cyprus, Michalis grew up in a Jewish family during British rule, learning Torah from his mother while his fisherman father was at sea. After the establishment of Israel in 1948, he traveled alone to Jerusalem to study in the seminary, seeking unity amid regional chaos. His introduction to Kindred society was complex; he abhorred the Sabbat's cruelty but found guidance under his Lasombra sire Giangaleazzo, who probed Michalis about his spiritual experiences in Israel. Directed to return home to Chicago, Michalis now awaits further instruction, committed to seeking deeper truths and serving his sire despite silence.