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The Camarilla would have its constituent members believe that the two major sects of Cainites - itself and the Sabbat - are the only significant adversaries vying for supremacy of the night. But the hours of darkness do not necessarily belong to either group. Indeed, in these uncertain modern nights a growing number of vampires prefer to avoid (or reject outright) the political posturing and machinations of both groups, remaining aloof and unaligned. Among those who would carve their own futures are beings of unimaginable antiquity and power. These individuals intentionally set themselves apart from their lesser kin, observing them from the shadows and remaining unseen by all but those to whom they wish to appear. Vampires of the Camarilla and Sabbat call them by various names, the most common being Inconnu. As the Final Nights approach, as the rumors of Gehenna arrive on ill-fated wings of omen, many eyes in both sects probe the shadows for signs of these elusive Cainites and for an indication of what role these potent Kindred will play in the unfolding drama of the Jyhad. The Inconnu are less of a sect in the accepted sense and more of a loosely affiliated community built on the principles of mutual respect and privacy. They seem to be a band of individuals that share some common interests and experiences, and yet remain at a discreet distance from each other out of respect and fear for one another's power. If there is some governing body or other ruler ship that leads the Inconnu, only they know about it, and they aren't talking. The few Cainites who might be willing to identify themselves as members of this clandestine group sometimes verify these "facts," but almost never elaborate or offer more detailed information about themselves or their secretive associates.
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