Hive (BTP)

The Hive refers to the interconnected set of Chambers that form in the Primordial Dream near a population center. A Chamber forms when a human experiences tremendous fear, leaving behind an impression in the Primordial Dream. The Begotten build their Lairs from Chambers, and are the primary makers of Chambers, but other supernatural beings may also inspire enough fear to leave a Chamber behind for a Beast to acquire.

The Apex of a given area exerts subtle influence over the entire Hive, including Lairs, even if they are not themselves a Beast. The entire Hive of a community may take on a common trait, such as darkness, dense fog or tangled undergrowth, that reflects the nature of the Apex. This trait appears gradually and fades gradually if the Apex changes.