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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Sept 26, 2008 6:14:56 GMT -7
((Context time! Revan recently took a trip across Asia and Europe, spanning about a month, in which he visited a lot of his old friends and hide-y-holes, picking up a number of valuables he had acquired from over the years in order to open his own Antiques Store in Diagon Alley. As this was a reasonably long trip, and Jakob remained in Britain, they needed to remain in contact with each other, securely. Revan owns a pair of old valuable matching desks. Each of these desks has a small draw with a dial on it, which, when shut and set correctly, will magically transport the contents of one draw to the other, regardless of it's location. One of these, conveniently enough, was in England, the other in India, Revan's first stop. These magic desks were used by Jakob and Revan to communicate securely, using letters written in Turkish. This thread serves as a log of those letters. It will hopefully also offer some limited insight into the relationship between Revan and Jakob, the likes of which are usually restricted to private boards (or not actually posted at all, but just discussed). Actual copies of these letters don't exist - they were always destroyed after being read by the recipient. Some times may not match up with the events they describe - this is mostly due to certain threads taking way too long. I'm taking liberty here on our fairly flexible time. Enjoy.)) July 17. Revan, I am writing to you now from the Hog's Head Inn; my meeting with the Death Eaters was a success. Unfortunately, I may have to keep this job for some time longer as a result. Lee had two followers with her - she wouldn't tell me their names, but implied that they had both been with her for some time. One was female, fairly short, long brown hair, green eyes, thirty to mid thirties. The other was male, probably 25, same height as I am, black spiky hair, accented, probably German. He insulted me, and Juliet threatened him rather unnecessarily. It was unclear if this was her sheer brutality to her followers or something else, but it did seem very abrupt and unusual. I believe I succeeded in differentiating myself from them - she shouldn't try the same with me. She holds me in high regard. She entrusted me with a gold medallion that their lot can use to summon each other. I believe as such that Voldemort did not entrust with her or any of the others the knowledge to recreate the dark mark. She expressed an interest in the centaurs. She claims she wants to give them the chance to rule and get revenge... but, if I recall, this was not truly the case with the Giants? Would they even want that from her? She says she lived with them and they were kind to her - this could be a gateway for us. Moira was a fucking Death Eater! Did you know that? That's likely why Juliet was at the Bloody Mary that night - she also went back the next morning to investigate, and caught the attention of an Auror, whose first name is Miranda. She wants me to kill that Auror. I'm not so sure about that, myself, but we'll see how that goes. She's going to send me some polyjuice of the identity she used when the Auror noticed her. I've got a few ideas for what to do, but what do you think? She again expressed an interest in you, Baregga. I told her that you are trying to do here what you did to Romania, and linked that to being the exact opposite of what the Death Eaters are doing - you're dangerous, volatile... but I'm taking care of you, so to speak. We went upstairs and I kept guard over the room while she deposited a memory of her visit with the Auror in my pensieve. She took the bait; she watched the modified memory we planted. I think the charm must have done it's job. I think she understands that you are off-limits now, hopefully it will remain that way. I trust you arrived in Tamralipta safely. How was the dig? Did you leave that steak out for Enise? That was still good, you know; I could have eaten that. ~ Fen.
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Post by Revan Haine on Sept 26, 2008 7:02:11 GMT -7
July 19
Fen,
I apologize for the late reply. I had a run-in with an old friend, who happened to remember me quite well. But I am safely in Tamralipta, and I thank you for your concern.
I am rather interested in Juliet's inability to control her followers. The true question now is whether it was actually a dissident voice or a badly staged attack in order to prove Lee's loyalty. In either case, my respect of her has dropped.
These gold medallions...do you know if they constantly carry these items on themselves? If so, we could quickly identify huge numbers of her followers rather quickly with enough vigilance before she realized her secret was revealed. See if you can find any further establishing marks, and most importantly of all, their headquarters.
Centaurs? Why would they be kind to a stranger in their territory? A Death Eater none the less. It would be impossible to ally any of the English centaurs to the Death Eaters for the next few centuries, I'm certain of it. After the War, there is a lot of heated feelings between the two factions.
Is Juliet the only one who has these feelings? There must be those that oppose this idea in her faction- especially since it thrives of racism and superiority.
Moria? Selene's sister? I have mixed feelings. On one hand, we have potentially drawn Ministry attention to ourselves, on the other, it seems Juliet has pulled it away. It's disconcerting that a vampire allied herself with a group that would undoubtedly kill her once it's task was complete.
This Auror, Miranda, is an extremely delicate situation. If you must kill her, do so, but I'm sure you could arrange some cooperation. She will definitely wish for a spy in the Death Eaters, and I believe would gladly stage her own death for you to gain in trust. But do as you wish. I trust your discretion and your own ability at choosing the path that will benefit us both.
The dig- that brought back memories. I've found items I haven't seen in years and are priceless today. I had to rebury a fair number of the artifacts though; items such as those would attract far too much attention. I have managed to send back a large stack of antiques that I can bear to part with, however. I will be traveling to Kannauj on the morrow, and I expect to send another shipload back.
I managed to visit Tibet as well on my way here. Such an oppressive government; how the Tibetan wizards have managed to dominate China for so long is still a powerful question. Did you know in the muggle-world Tibet isn't even a country anymore, and is occupied by China? As old as I am, I am still amazed at the contrasts in politics between the two worlds.
Before I go; remember the amulet I left on top of the desk? Please send that to me as quickly as possible, as I shall need it to open one of my older crypts. Thank you.
~ Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Sept 26, 2008 7:46:37 GMT -7
July 19. Revan, I'm led to believe the medallions are kept on their persons, but this may not necessarily be the case. I shall test it if I get the chance, where it won't seem like I'm abusing it. Do you think she could track me with it? Does such a charm exist? Your questions regarding the centaurs are mine too. She must have offered them something, but what would they want that she could give them? I think Juliet's followers are of that same opinion, or else don't care anyway. It was one of the first things she explained to me when recruiting me, so I'm sure they were all aware of it from the beginning. She seems to want to make a fundamental change. Wouldn't we benefit from killing an Auror, too, though? I could co-ordinate an attack, and her numbers she has amassed could be an invaluable resource, an opportunity not to be wasted... But then again so is reaping the rewards for the Death Eaters so smoothly. Maybe I will try and meet with her and get a feel for her, before deciding on a course of action. Hopefully if I get the position at the Ministry I will have somewhat easy access to her and the other Aurors. Tibet's different wizard and muggle identities are interesting, I guess. Though it's hardly an isolated incident. Isn't there something like that with Georgia? Unfortunately I can't send your amulet. I removed it when I moved the table, and I'm stuck in the Hog's Head, waiting for a Death Eater to deliver my polyjuice potion. I can't be sure they will trust Abe to take the delivery for me, especially after Hogwarts. Hopefully it will be very soon, you'll just have to hold out. Sorry. I have, though, left you today's copy of The Daily Prophet. I think you may find it interesting. I wasn't there, unfortunately... The caricature of Rodham on page 17 is quite amusing, though a bit distasteful I'd imagine. ~ Fen. ((Aw, you modified it to remove the hugs and kisses! ))
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Post by Revan Haine on Sept 27, 2008 5:11:01 GMT -7
July 20
Fen,
I doubt Juliet has the magic available to maintain a tracking spell of that magnitude and power on all her followers. Even Voldemort could not track his followers through the Dark Mark, though it was ingrained on their flesh. Better safe then sorry however, it would pay to visit a few of the enchantment stores in the area and see if any large purchases that fit the description match up.
Centaurs rarely involve themselves in the affairs of wizards; I believe Juliet was simply bluffing. A very reclusive people, a person as foolish as her would never convince them to follow a organization that had been bent on their extinction.
Bad news about the amulet. Please send it as soon as you get a chance. It is absolutely necessary before I move from India.
This Hilary Rodham...it says there may be blood ties with Juliet Lee. Can you confirm anything? Was this an attack by Ms. Lee, or another group of rogue Death Eaters? Do what you can.
My friend I mentioned earlier was an old Indian Vampire whom I have a feud with. I had to ensure he was firmly out of the way and that there was no bad blood between myself and his coven. My influence there is no where as large as Eastern Europe.
Speaking of which, I received a letter from an old friend from Romania called Lucien. He's sending his partner over to England to act as a spy later. Her name is Satin, and I've attached a rough drawing of her. If you see her, do not approach. Just let me know what she's doing without endangering yourself or our identity.
I will reply to your next letter as soon as I can, I have to go to Kerala now and contact will be scarce.
~ Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Sept 27, 2008 5:37:47 GMT -7
July 22.
Revan,
No news yet. Just got the polyjuice potion and in the process of moving back into the home in Bristol tonight and tommorrow, then I've got to get onto preparing for my job interview at the ministry on the 25th, making sure my background check and Apparition skills are up to scratch.
Once that's all sorted I'll get right onto trying to find out what I can about the connection between Lee and Rodham, and on this Auror. Just sending you the amulet now so you get it asap.
Do you know anyone in Europe who might be able to better identify the medallion? Perhaps exploit it? I mean obviously I don't want to have it out of my hands for too long, so if I'm going to do it we best co-ordinate beforehand. I'd rather keep it out of businessman's hands here anyway, as if it's recognizable as a dark object, or later as being a mark of the Death Eaters, it might be traceable back to us.
~ Fen
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Post by Revan Haine on Sept 27, 2008 19:41:04 GMT -7
July 23
Fen,
Finally! I've used the amulet and I am now finished entirely in India. I have sent the remaining items to London, and have scattered the artifacts I deemed too important amongst my crypts and tombs in the country. They may never be found again. Please ensure you return the amulet to it's proper place after I send it back.
I have a few contacts in the Goblin banks who'll be able to identify the medallion. Let me send a few letters, and I'll get back to you.
I'm moving to Saudi Arabia now with the desk; I may disappear for a day or two in the process. Just visiting my roots in the desert for a while, and visiting a few old, powerful friends.
Talk to you soon.
~ Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Sept 27, 2008 22:00:26 GMT -7
((You mixed up the amulet and the medallion in the first paragraph.))
July 26.
Revan,
I think my interview at the Ministry went well - they said they would call me back in a few days, but I only saw two other applicants there, and one of them was already missing an arm. I've tracked the other back to his home, as a precaution, though I feel confident that it won't be necessary to incapacitate him.
Try and get on those goblins as soon as you can - I'm concerned Juliet will be summoning me soon, especially since I haven't been in contact with her since the murder.
Speaking of which, I haven't been able to find any solid information on the relation between Hilary Rodham and Juliet Lee... It seems to fit: why else would she kill Rodham and not the boy? The message seems clear enough without leaving him behind to pass it on. I do not think it was an accident that Hilary was in Knockturn Alley, either, she doesn't seem the type to be caught there. Even if she were practicing dark magic she would send someone else to collect whatever she needed rather than risk damaging her reputation as a medium-level ministry official. They do look kind of alike, also. It just seems to fit.
Though it is entirely possible that the ministry, through the Prophet, threw that rumour in there to serve as a distraction; it could be there to assure people that Death Eaters aren't just randomly killing people.
I don't think it particularly matters anyway. Using a young boy to lure in an old woman, then outnumbering her and killing her seems pretty cowardly to me. Also considering how she treated her followers, and how little she has done in the past year and a half, I would say that she's insecure, and scared of losing the power she's managed to amass so far. There are still Death Eaters who haven't joined her, you know.
If this is true, it's certainly valuable knowledge and potentially a good way in, but it's also important to remember that a scared Death Eater can be a very dangerous Death Eater. Anyway...
Still no luck on the Auror, either. Hopefully if I get the job, I'll be around the ministry enough before Hogwarts term begins.
Also, did you want me to actually LOOK for Satin? Any clues to her location right now?
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Post by Revan Haine on Oct 3, 2008 5:06:35 GMT -7
July 27
Fen,
I'm sure you'll get the position at the Ministry. Try not to be forced to take care of the competition; any attention or suspicion at all could jeopardize your cover; and potentially mine.
Gor'thnk, my goblin contact, has agreed to examine the medallion. He's very old and very experienced in dealing with magical artifacts, so I don't doubt he'll be done quickly. However, he isn't cheap, so I want you to be sure this will be worth our while.
I doubt the Death Eaters would choose to reveal themselves with a random kill. There was either personal or political ties behind this; so while you are in the Ministry, please do your research on Rodham and, more notably, her opinions on the Death Eaters and the Voldemort.
No matter how cowardly the murder, Fen, at the end of the day someone is dead. That makes it just as important as if she had dueled her. But you are correct; Juliet is insecure. Try to destabilize her a little. Make her followers see her as the weak and insecure scum she truly is. If possible, organize an uprising BUT avoid making it seem as if you had a direct hand in it.
Don't necessarily LOOK for Satin; just be aware of her. She is the partner of a very influential coven leader in Romania, who is also a friend. If she was to suffer, he may blame me and I would lose a very powerful ally. If you spot her, look out for her.
Saudi Arabia has been...refreshing. Despite the lack of shade, it's been good to go back to where it all began. Did you know that? In this nation...this nation is where vampirism began. The roots of everything. The racism. The hatred. The violence.
I should take you here; before you are turned. You would learn a great many things about the race; for the most part unknown to the rest of the world. Support for the cause here is still strong and there are vampires here who remember the old ways. Some are even older than me.
Makes me feel young again.
~ Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Oct 3, 2008 20:51:53 GMT -7
July 30.
Revan,
I've enclosed the medallion. Try and be as quick as possible. I've written to Juliet explaining that I will be overseas for a few days on 'Baregga-related business', and that she won't be able to summon me as I'll be unable to apparate. Still, try and be quick, and make sure it does not get lost.
I've as good as got the job. My work at the ministry begins today. For a few days they have to run things by me, make sure I can heal splinches, make sure I'm not going to beat the shit out of them, or touch them in naughty places or anything. I'll also be helping with Apparition testing until Hogwarts starts. I have three days left working at the Hog's Head, but I think I might continue to pop in there occasionally on weekday nights when I'm working at Hogwarts.
Again, I'm not really sure WHAT I can get on Rodham, or how. I guess I could try and speak to some of the people from her department, but that won't be easy. The same goes for Miranda, but I'll try.
The second shipload of valuables hasn't arrived yet. Should it have?
Racism, hatred and violence DOES sound like a fun vacation.
It's a bit like a classical musician holidaying in Verona.
But of course, if you say so.
~ Fen
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Post by Revan Haine on Nov 26, 2008 23:16:23 GMT -7
1st August
Fen,
Enclosed are the medallion specifications, amongst them is a list of enchantments. My associate informs me there is no sign of any tracking spells on the medallion, and generally the only kind of enchantment it holds is it's ability to warm rapidly and allow holders to apparate by the callers side. This can be resisted however.
Doesn't seem overly important or powerful. We can afford to look over it for now.
The second shipment may take a while. I sent it the long way around due to it's contents. Harder to track.
I'll be back in England within the week.
~ Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Nov 28, 2008 23:06:47 GMT -7
August 3.
Revan,
It appears your old vampire friend is going to be filling the void I've left at the Hog's Head. She was working the shift before me, so I could not track her home, but, from this brief encounter, all seemed to be in order.
Hopefully if she is as useful as you say she is, then we can continue keep our eyes and ears in the Hog's Head. This was my last shift earlier today, but I might have to stick around there for a little longer and try and keep tabs on her, yes?
At the very least, Aberforth should enjoy being able to work more day shifts again. The old codger is usually drifting off by noon these days.
I'm still trying on Rodham. Such records are surprisingly secure. Most of what I can get is word of mouth - unreliable. Maybe if I were in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement...
Apparently our neighborhood has this service where a man comes and gives you milk, you drink the milk, and leave the bottle and his pay out by the front door the next morning for collection. Muggles are curious critters, aren't they? So anyway, yeah, I've stolen about a hundred 'quid' from that now. I think I'm gonna get that chandelier replaced.
~ Fen
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Post by Revan Haine on Dec 10, 2008 3:37:35 GMT -7
August 4
Fen,
A transfer to Magical Law Enforcement? I understand the country's national defense and law has rather detailed background checks. It may be safer if we just find an informant in the Ministry already.
Heh. Stealing milk money? Reminds me of the girl in Minsk.
The more I think about it, the more I believe we need a reporter in the Daily Prophet working for us. Or even an editor? We could easily increase sympathy for our cause, or at the very least stop the discriminatory reports.
Did you know if you controlled all of a nation's media- in England's case the Daily Prophet, the Quibbler and WWN- you could tell them a war that they pay for isn't even going on? Sure there are loopholes, but who would believe the loons who just came back from the war?
Devious, I know.
-Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Dec 11, 2008 23:24:27 GMT -7
August 7
Revan,
Shut your facehole. It's NOTHING like that. Our cause is noble.
As for the media comments - what has brought this up? I know what you're saying, it's true. It's kind of like a contemporary adaptation of that heist you were telling me about from Athens in the 1500's (was it 1500's?).
You're forgetting a few things, though. The Ministry has its hands deep in the Daily Prophet as it is. If we started spreading pro-Vampire propaganda through the Prophet, and the ministry didn't like the tune, then it would be well within their power to cut it. The impression that I get (or at least, what people seem to believe) is that the post-Voldemort, Shacklebolt regime is much more open and far less corrupt. But it doesn't take an 800-year old Vampire to tell me that there is rarely, if ever, a perfect government.
It's also important to remember that most Wizards don't take the Quibbler (or, by extension, it's readers) seriously at all. The kinds of articles that would get posted in the Quibbler would in fact BE those "loons who just came back from the war". Though, I suppose, if somehow, those "loons" couldn't even get their "crazy stories" into the Quibbler, then you'd really have your grandiose lie by the nuts.
Food for thought I suppose, right?
I've been eyeing this Veela who has been spending a lot of time in the Leaky Cauldron. She looks rather wealthy, as most of them tend to be. I may try and approach her soon, do what I do best and try and reel her in to the cause. We could use the money.
~ Fen
P.S. Are you still in Saudi Arabia? You haven't been talking about your travels. Is something going on?
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Post by Revan Haine on Dec 31, 2008 4:13:01 GMT -7
August 9
Fen,
I actually have run into a spot of trouble. It appears a vampire-hunting organization I thought had died out a century or so ago has sprung up again in Egypt. Sun Walkers, they call themselves, run around wearing helmets of jackals and hawks when hunting to disguise themselves and guard their necks.
Needless to say, I was immediately interested. It appears they're part of a minor anti-vampire syndicate in the Middle-Eastern region, so I've had to inform followers how to best deal with the threat. The Sun Walkers are rather messy with the killings, and give themselves plenty of bad publicity. They place Vampire Hunters in a bad light, so they can only work in our favour.
That means I've had to make detours. Visiting friends throughout Europe. Making arrangements to make the Sun Walkers a larger organization, and make people see vampires are the victims. A couple of staged deaths and then there's an international riot, and shortly after governments will do anything they can to separate themselves from vampire hunters. Perfect.
Shut my facehole, Fen? Really? That is not appropriate dialect for a letter. I do not even believe there is an intelligent way to tell a person to 'shut their facehole' other than tell them to be silent, which is much more general.
Fen, eying a Veela? Never!
If you couldn't detect the sarcasm in that last sentence, all these years have been wasted.
Make sure she's worth it, and don't get attached. As always.
~Revan
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Post by Jakob Rosenbell (Desert Fox) on Dec 31, 2008 4:29:29 GMT -7
August 10,
Just spoke to veela girl today. Her name is Danielle. Don't have long to talk now. She's definitely worth it. Going back to a hotel room in 10 minutes... courtship has been going... well.
I'll write more soon.
~ Fen
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