The Camarilla is the largest and most open sect of vampires. Theorectically, any vampire may claim membership, regardless of lineage, but the Camarilla assumes that all vampires are members of their sect; whether or not they want to be.
The founders of the sect view it as the Great Society of undead, and take
offense at anyone who suggests otherwise. The Camarilla's primary concern is
the maintenance and preservation of the Masquerade. The sect was organized in
the 14th century as a response to the Inquistion. Historically, there have
been many attempts by the leaders of the Camarilla to assert more authority
over other aspects of vampire existence, but, each attempt has failed in a
wave of bloodshed. The princes do not allow interference in what they
consider to be their historical rights and privileges. The Camarilla, thus,
remains a divided sect of only moderate influence. The elders use it as a
means to oppress and manipulate the anarchs.
It is believed that the Ventrue played a primary role in bringing together the seven founding clans of the Camarilla. Their efforts and imagination certainly lie behind its improbable origin. Though the Camarilla holds itself open to all bloodlines, those that choose to participate represents only slighty more than half of the known clans. Only seven of the 13 clans were among its founders, and only these clans regulary attend meetings of the Inner Circle. Individuals of other clans may be a member, but no other whole clan is. This sect does not openly recognize the existence of the Antediluvians. For the Camarilla, they are but myths.
