Golconda



= I.                    Golconda: Canonically, Golconda is a myth, a legend akin to Camelot for modern mortals. Someone who says that he respects the ideal of Camelot is accepted. Someone who says that they intend to visit one day is viewed as a madman. The analogy holds true for kindred and Golconda- valuing the ideals of Golconda (however the individual defines them) is acceptable, perhaps even laudable. Stating the pursuit of Golconda is a sure ticket to lost respect, and possibly lost power (Status). Golconda-seekers are the punch line to several kindred jokes, much like the truly naïve or unwise are the punch line to several human jokes. There are, of course, a few (usually around 10%) kindred who believe that Golconda exists, but they tend to be quiet about it to avoid ridicule. Among those who believe Golconda exists, not all support its pursuit. The Sanctified who believe Golconda exists usually view it as an attempt to evade God's holy damnation of kindred, and so oppose any pursuit of Golconda. =