The Vampire Grimoire is the ultimate supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5e, immersing players and Dungeon Masters in the shadowy world of vampires and their eternal struggles. Packed with 173 unique creatures, four fully realized factions, and revolutionary tools for Dungeon Masters, this compendium empowers you to craft unforgettable encounters filled with gothic intrigue, supernatural horror, and chilling power.
Whether your campaign explores the grandeur of the Crimson Court, the zealotry of the Ebon Covenant, the primal savagery of the Ravened Host, or the military might of the Bloodforged Legion, The Vampire Grimoire is your definitive guide to the world of vampires.
Theme Overview: Explore the essence of vampiric horror, tragedy, and power.
A History of Vampires: Trace the origins of these undead lords and their impact on the world.
Incorporating Vampires into Your Campaigns: Seamlessly integrate vampiric foes and themes into your 5e adventures.
From fledgling spawn to legendary vampiric overlords, this vast index has creatures for every tier of play:
CR 1/8–CR 2: Low-tier monsters like Court Thralls and Bloodclaws.
CR 3–CR 6: Dangerous adversaries such as Shadowfang Stalkers and Crimson Courtiers.
CR 7–CR 10: Fearsome leaders like the Executioners and Shadow Mages.
CR 12–CR 20: Iconic bosses with lair actions and mythic abilities, including Mirella, the Corrupted Oracle, and The Hungerwrought.
Every creature includes vivid descriptions, detailed tactics, and unique mechanics tailored to factional themes.
Dive deep into the world of vampires with detailed histories, goals, and key figures for the four major factions:
The Ravened Host: Mindless predators driven by insatiable hunger.
The Crimson Court: Noble manipulators ruling with charm and cunning.
The Ebon Covenant: Zealous vampires with an unholy divine purpose.
The Bloodforged Legion: Militaristic conquerors waging endless campaigns of terror.
Unravel the complex relationships between factions and their stances toward the world—and each other.
Discover 36 new treasures, from trinkets to legendary weapons, including:
Common to Legendary Loot: Trinkets, vampiric amulets, and enchanted weapons.
Vampiric Artifacts: A new tier of game-changing power with equally devastating drawbacks.
Transform your players into vampires with robust mechanics:
The Transformation Process: Explore the paths to vampirism, from willing pacts to tragic curses.
Stages of Vampirism: Progress from fledgling to full vampire, gaining powers—and weaknesses.
Drawbacks and Challenges: Grapple with feeding requirements, sunlight sensitivity, and the loss of humanity.
Curing Vampirism: Include thrilling narrative opportunities to undo the curse.
Revolutionize your campaigns with innovative systems and mechanics:
Faction Interaction Tables: Predefined encounters, consequences, and roleplaying opportunities for player interactions with vampire factions—diplomatic intrigue, betrayal, and sudden combat twists await.
Dynamic Vampire Lairs: Modular lair designs with faction-specific traps, wards, and environmental effects, making every encounter unique.
Day-Night Cycle Mechanics: Optional rules for how vampiric strengths and weaknesses shift between day and night, encouraging strategic planning for both players and enemies.
Vampiric Boons and Curses: Tables offering thematic rewards and penalties tied to vampiric influence, magical corruption, and faction allegiances.
Blood Economy System: A unique resource mechanic tracking the feeding and blood rituals of vampires, affecting NPCs and even player characters.
Random Encounter Tables: Themed tables featuring faction patrols, rival vampire hunters, monstrous creatures, and eerie coincidences to keep your party on edge.
Rituals and Ceremonies: Step-by-step guides for conducting vampiric rituals, each with unique gameplay effects and risks. Perfect for enhancing faction storylines.
Villager Fear and Suspicion Tracker: Track local population reactions to vampiric activity, including fear, rebellion, or alliances.
Vampiric Curse System: Mechanics to track the moral and physical effects of prolonged exposure to vampiric influence, creating long-term consequences.
Hunting Grounds: Rules for creating dynamic environments where vampires stalk their prey, rewarding ambushes and stealth-based tactics.
Faction Influence Tracker: Monitor the players’ actions and their impact on each faction, shifting alliances and escalating rivalries.
Escape Mechanics: High-stakes rules for chases, whether players are fleeing vampires or hunting them, featuring faction-specific challenges and environmental hazards.
With its unparalleled depth, vast array of creatures, and transformative DM tools, The Vampire Grimoire empowers you to craft campaigns that are equal parts terrifying, tragic, and thrilling. Whether it’s battling feral hordes, navigating the schemes of the Crimson Court, or grappling with the temptations of vampiric power, this supplement has everything you need to embrace the night.
The darkness calls—will you rise to power, or be consumed by the shadows?
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