Vampire spawn

Vampire spawn are a Race of Undead creatures which can be encountered in various locations in Baldur's Gate during Act Three. They are non-playable, excepting the Origin character Astarion.

“	Subservient to the one who created them, vampire spawn are deadly hunters both ravenous and proud.	„
	— In-game racial description

About vampire spawn

Vampire spawn are created when a vampire bites and drinks the blood of another creature. Once the spawn is born, they are subservient entirely to their creator. They may only regain their free-will through the death of their creator, or reciprocally drinking their masters blood to become a true vampire. Astarion is a notable exception to this rule, regaining his free will through being infected by a tadpole.

Vampire spawn do not possess the powerful abilities of a true vampire, though they suffer from the usual afflictions. They are hypersensitive to sunlight, making spells such as Daylight useful against them. Vampire spawn also have resistance to physical and necrotic damage.

Vampire spawn characters

• Astarion
• Sebastian
• Amanita Szarr (mentioned, presumed spawn)

Astarion's siblings:

• Aurelia
• Dalyria
• Leon
• Petras
• Violet
• Yousen

Attacks and abilities

 Claws ()

2d4 (2~8) + Strength or Dexterity modifier Slashing

Lash out with deadly claws.

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

 Bite ()

2d6 (2~12) Necrotic

Sink your fangs into a target and  Sap its blood.

Subsequent attacks that Sap blood will further reduce the target's maximum hit points.

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

 Multiattack ()

2d4 (2~8) + Strength modifier Slashing

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2d4 (2~8) + Strength modifier Slashing

Aim multiple attacks at a target. Each attack deals 2d4Slashing damage.

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

Recharge: per turn

See also

• Vampire

Quotes

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Subservient to the one who created them, vampire spawn are deadly hunters both ravenous and proud.

„

External links

• Vampire spawn on the Forgotten Realms Wiki