Vampires are powerful, undead beings born from the magical virus and curse placed upon Vlad Drakul. Unlike the mindless thralls they create, these superior vampires retain their free will, intelligence, and the memories of their mortal lives. They possess a horrifying duality, blending their immortal beauty with an insidious evil. With pale skin, sharp features, and haunting red eyes, they often live lives of decadence and influence, hiding in plain sight within the highest echelons of society. Their personalities are twisted by their unlife, transforming love into obsession and ambition into a ruthless drive for power. Due to the deep-seated fear and hatred for their kind, Vampires are a rare and reclusive race, constantly hiding their true nature to avoid being hunted and killed.
Vampires possess a formidable set of abilities that reflect their undead nature and predatory existence, balanced by profound vulnerabilities.
Blood Drain: A Vampire can drain the blood of a living creature to sustain their unlife and restore their own physical health, an act that is both a source of power and a constant, maddening hunger.
Shapeshifting: A Vampire can transform into a harmless-looking bat to travel unseen or a cloud of mist to escape their foes and pass through the tightest of spaces.
Domination: Their ancient and sinister will allows a Vampire to dominate the minds of others, compelling them to obey their commands with little resistance.
Undead Resilience: Being undead grants Vampires a natural immunity to many spells and effects that would harm a living being, such as poison and disease.
Vulnerability to Sunlight: The light of the sun is a Vampire's greatest enemy. It burns their skin and drains their strength, making them far weaker during the day.