Mesmerise

Mesmerise is an advanced vampire power of mind control. It turns a normal enemy into a temporary ally, and you only get one chance to unlock it, through Lacra's story.

Type: Active
Skill tree: Vampirism
What it does: Takes control of an enemy's mind so they fight other enemies.

Unlocked by

The Night of HorrorsThe Night of Horrors is an optional quest in Lacra's questline, a trip into swamps and a sunken crypt to uncover a secret. It is one of the best paying side quests in the game, with two skill points and a unique perk.

Good to know

Some vampires are born with this gift.
It comes from Lacra during the optional quest The Night of Horrors.
You can get it with or without romancing Lacra.
Finish The Night of Horrors before starting Midnight Reckoning, or you lose the chance.
It does not work on bosses.

What it does in play

Target a non-boss enemy and it fights on your side for a while. It is strongest against big groups where one turned enemy can tie up the rest.

How to unlock it

Play The Night of Horrors with Lacra. Most guides tie it to drinking her blood: in the romance scene, or from a vial she gives you if you skip the romance. PC Gamer credits eating the mandrake instead, which other guides say grants Mandrake Ward. To be safe, eat the mandrake and take the blood.

Day or night

Night only.

Is it worth it

It is handy, but there is only one source of Lacra's blood and it takes an ability slot. One guide advises against spending many skill points upgrading it.

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