A recent developer update from The Chinese Room sheds light on the vampire hunters in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. This faction, the Information Awareness Bureau (IAB), operates in the shadows, lacking official government backing but funded through a clandestine budget. They hunt vampires, or "Hollow Ones," masking their activities as "training exercises" and "counter-terrorism operations."
Agent Baker, the IAB's Seattle leader, is a pragmatic and disciplined hunter dedicated to the permanent eradication of vampires. She meticulously investigates unusual events, poring over historical records to uncover the hidden vampire society's influence. Her unwavering command has earned her the moniker "The Hen" amongst her loyal operatives.
The IAB hunters are highly coordinated, maintaining a strong internal and external security presence at their base. Confronting them solo is incredibly difficult; they work in teams, utilize spotlights for illumination and maintain communication via portable radios. In combat, they employ thermic batons that bypass standard defenses and phosphorous grenades to flush enemies from cover. Their sniper crossbows fire explosive bolts, inflicting significant damage unless swiftly removed.
However, these hunters aren't unbeatable. Physically weaker than both ghouls and vampires, they possess vulnerabilities exploitable through specific skills. For instance, the ability to manipulate fire can allow players to intercept and redirect grenades or bolts. Similarly, the Ventrue clan's powers enable players to possess an enemy, turning them against their own team.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is slated for release in the first half of 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
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