Herd (VTM)

A "herd" is the Kindred term for groups of kine who are actively preyed upon by vampires. Some vampires cultivate groups of worshippers, though this was more common in the past nights (such as the death cult of of Mithras), but whatever the circumstances these mortals relish the ecstasy of the vampire's "kiss". While having a herd can be a great benefit to a vampire, providing easy access to food and freeing up his nights for more pressing matters, it is sometimes a weakness. Herds need to be protected from rival vampires and they are not good for much besides draining blood. Occasionally, a mortal from a herd might prove themselves worthy of becoming or ghoul or even of the Embrace but most Cainites consider them snacks and nothing more.


 * Vampire: The Masquerade Revised Edition, page 24 and 131.