Vampirism

Vampirism holds Coen's vampire powers, which wake at night. The deeper his corruption, the more of them he can unlock. Its best powers come from drinking the blood of named vrakhiri.

Type: Other
Skill tree: Vampirism
What it does: The night-only vampire tree. Its powers are fueled by health and corruption.

Good to know

Corruption rises when Coen feeds on blood and embraces his vampire side.
Many vampire powers demand a sacrifice, such as health.
Some advanced powers come from drinking the blood of other vrakhiri.
Since Update 1.1, the Draught of Mind Rebirth lets you forget all your abilities and spend the time on others.
Drinking vrakhiri blood phials unlocks new abilities.
Higher ranks of some perks need a set corruption level.
Vrakhiri Might adds more Vampirism ability slots, and guides call it the one must-have perk here.
Going too long without feeding can make Coen lose control at night.

Ultimate Perks

The tree has three Ultimate Perks, and only one can be learnt. Unlocking one earns Creature of the Night.

The three ultimates

Rebound Death saves you from a killing blow once per fight. Lethal Crescendo boosts claw damage after a kill. Sanguine Renewal resets your cooldowns when you feed with Voracious Bite, and guides call it the easiest one to recommend.

Blood powers

Scarlet Shield comes from Ambrus, Shadowstorm from Bakir, Blood Surge from Xanthe, Piercing Shriek from Brencis and Mesmerise from Lacra. Draining a Boyar after their fight is one route; phials found in quests are another.