White Cloud
No one remembers when the White Cloud was opened, but it sits in the oldest parts of Chinatown, and the shop is well worn and lived in.
One-part antique curio shop, and one-part alchemy lab, the White Cloud stands out only in the way in which it doesn't stand out at all. The locals of Chinatown steer clear - even of the sidewalk in front - of the White Cloud unless they are needful, which should tell you all you need to know about the shop and its churlish and enigmatic proprietor, Mr. Ox.
Supporting Cast: Stern and easily agitated Mr. Ox, genuinely frightened customer working up the courage to speak, tourist enjoying the local color.
Resonance(s): Melancholic Dyscrasia*.
Other Systems: Mr. Ox will not tolerate poaching on his territory. He is not a kindred, but seems well-versed in Kindred lore, and can be convinced to help.
Alchemists attempting Scrounging tests are at -2 Difficulty here.
* see Mr. Ox's Character for details about complications.