Crossroads Etiquette

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What's up? I'm Chris, and I own this lovely collection of ramshackle buildings here in Montrose, California. Before you get all grossed out, relax. They're completely renovated on the inside. All up to code and everything, and pretty stylin' if I do say so myself.

Now, I'm a pretty chill guy for the most part... but I strongly recommend you don't get on my bad side. I can be quite the asshole when I wanna be. In order to keep that from happening, there are some rules you should know about. Let me lay it down for you.

General rules for this territory and my private home.

1. No Angels.

This is fairly neutral territory. I know, ‘fairly neutral’ – is that even possible? I say fairly neutral because if we were hardcore neutral every being, good or evil, would be allowed on the premises. That’s almost the case. There’s one type of being that is prohibited from entering Cerberus, the Psychopomp buildings, or my home, and that’s an Angel. There are charms and mystical locks throughout the buildings that bar Angels from entering. However, they can walk around outside.
Also, any really powerful angels – high ranking or archangels – could conceivably enter a building on my property with effort, but they’d have to break the seals keeping them out first. In the case of an archangel, though, if they had a reason to enter there's not much I could do to keep them out, other than get out of the way. (If you play a high-ranking Angel and would like to have him or her bust in, please let me know ahead of time so we can make arrangements. I’ll tell you what type of charms and seals are up and stuff like that.)

2. No Trespassing.

Like I said, almost anyone’s welcome in Cerberus (except Angels) and the club is open 24/7. The Psychopomp offices and recording studios are open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday and closed on weekends. If you are recording, arrangements can be made for you to record in the studios whenever you like. Do not drop in when the buildings are closed. Also, do not enter my private home. Ever. There are rare occasions when I will invite someone in, but that almost never happens. My home is off limits.
(If you would like your character to be invited into my home, please let me know ahead of time and we can work something out.)
Note: When offices are closed, there are guard dogs roaming the premises. They are trained to attack, and a few of them – my most loyal and oldest – are enchanted with a necromantic charm that takes affect if they are mortally wounded. I repeat, do not try to enter a building if it is closed, or you will suffer the consequences.

3. Don’t Step on My Toes.

Though I respect all my fellow Crossroads Demons, and I understand you have a job to do, if you’re going to make a deal don’t do it on my Crossroads or my property. This is my turf, and I am the only one who makes deals here, other than those who have special permission from our Superiors. If you find someone who wants to make a deal with you, let me know so we can make sure no one’s making a double contract and we can make arrangements. On that same note, to those on the other end of the deal-making process, if you perform a summoning ritual on my Crossroads, I’m the one you’re going to get. This goes for any summoning ritual, not just Crossroads demons. If you want to summon anyone other than me on my property, you gotta go through me first.

4. You Break it, You Buy it.

Please, please, please don’t trash my place. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve had to rebuild, remodel, or replace stuff on my property, and I really don’t enjoy it. It takes time, effort, and patience I just don’t usually have. If you break anything, you’re going to pay for it one way or another and you’re not going to like it.

5. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie.

I have several dogs on the property at all times. Some of them are guard dogs, others are strays I’ve taken in, some are pets. Some of them are more friendly than others, and if a dog wants to be pet, he or she will come to you. Do not, for your own safety and that of the animals, approach any of the dogs for any reason. If for some reason a dog doesn’t come to you and you’d like to try making friends, let me know and I can help you out.

6. Let’s Talk.

I don’t leave much, and if I do I’m quick about it and it’s easy to summon me… or, you know, call my cell. If you want to make a deal I’m more than happy to oblige. If you want information, I’m a little less forth-coming, especially if you’re the type who draws Devil’s Traps in your living room and pours salt lines in your doorways.
(I am played by an active staff member, but my account isn’t checked regularly. If you want to get a hold of me, contact Ruby and she'll help you out.)

These are the rules for the club, Cerberus.

1. Deal or No Deal.

I’m a Crossroads Demon. Making deals is my job, and if you want to make one, let me know and we’ll work something out. If you don’t, fine, but don’t come to my club and then get pissy with me if I give it the good old demonic college try.

2. No Major In-Door Fighting

Like I said, this is neutral territory unless you’re an Angel, and everyone’s welcome. But, with that many people, demons, etc. all chillin’ in the same place, there’s bound to be a few fights. It happens. But if you’re gonna do anything heavy – spells, exorcisms, possession, etc. – take it outside. Some of my customers aren’t familiar with the supernatural and I don’t need you driving away my business.

3. No Cheating During Karaoke Contests

We have regular karaoke contests at the club and there’s always some kind of prize. But if you have an ability to give yourself an edge over the competition using a spell or possessing Aretha Franklin, please don’t use it. It’s annoying to people who have actual talent.

The do’s and don’ts of Psychopomp Records.

1. Don’t Fake It.

If you don’t know how to run the equipment in the studio, don’t try to use it. Give me a call and I’ll hook you up with someone who knows what they’re doing.

2. Stick to the Contract.

If you’re using my facilities, it means we have a contract. I’m offering you services for a price we’ve already agreed on, and by using these facilities and services, you’re implying that you understand the terms. If you violate the terms of our contract or try to break our deal without fulfilling your end of it, the contract will be nullified and you will pay the agreed upon price.

3. No Contract, No Service.

If we haven’t made a contract, you can’t use my recording studios.

4. Long-Term Renting.

The top floors of the Psychopomp buildings contain studio space and some small apartments. If you want to stay in one of these apartments for a while and we have a contract, this can be arranged. But, you have to talk to me about it first. Do not just crash there if you’re recording late without telling me. This is for your safety and insurance purposes.

Other Information:

Jobs

If you need a job, there’s usually something available at either the club or the record company. Cerberus has a large staff, since it’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bartenders, wait staff, bouncers, DJ’s, etc. We also encourage live entertainment. We hold open mic nights and karaoke contests regularly. We also hire live bands by the night, or on a schedule, depending. Psychopomp Records can always use staff, anywhere from industry-savvy businessmen and women to cleaning staff.
Note: Being employed by me does not mean you’ve sold me your soul.
If you want a job, fill out an application and we’ll see what we can do.