Editing Lasombra (section)

==Bane==

Anyone seeing the reflection or recording (live and otherwise) of a Lasombra vampire can instantly recognize them for what they are, provided they know what theyâ€™re looking for. People with no prior knowledge will know something is wrong, but likely attribute the distortion to irregularities in the reflecting surface or recording errors. Note that this will not hide the identity of the vampire with any certainty, and the Lasombra are no less likely to be caught on surveillance than any other vampire. In addition, use of modern communication technology, including making a simple phone call, requires a Technology test at Difficulty 2 + Bane Severity as microphones have similar problems with the voice of a Lasombra as cameras with their image. Avoiding electronic vampire detection systems is also done at a penalty equal to Bane Severity

While all vampires lose something profound at their Embrace, the Lasombra exhibit the most telling signs of this spiritual deficiency. When viewed in a reflective surface or a recording medium, their image appears distorted, sometimes almost invisible. Whether flickering, twisted, or transparent, their reflection betrays their undead state and lineage. Similarly, modern technology relying on touch or other forms of direct interaction â€” such as voice activation or use of a stylus â€” tends to glitch or simply act unresponsive to Magisters, and electronic detection systems easily pick up the tell-tale signs of their passing. Itâ€™s as if they exist on a slightly different frequency to other beings, flickering in and out of light. 

While Lasombra fledglings despair at technologyâ€™s refusal to work to their wills, most swiftly recruit mortals or create ghouls to handle such â€œbusy workâ€ as taking calls and driving them around a city. This clan trend is so noticed among the Magisters, that a Lasombra who conducts their business without a personal attendant is held as a curious kind of beast..