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“They say the essence of the master is the only cure for the slave. But in the City of Westgate, who is truly the master?”
Discovery
Lucian found cryptic mentions of this theory in the restricted archives of the Order of the Gauntlet. It posits that a Dhampir can cleanse their blood of the vampiric curse by slaying the one who turned them and consuming their essence in a specific ritual.
The Ritual
The texts are intentionally vague, likely to discourage such a dark act. However, three components are consistently mentioned:
- The Heart of the Progenitor: Must be taken while the vampire is in a state of true death.
- A Vessel of Pure Silver: Luthcheq-forged silver is recommended for its anti-magical properties.
- A Prayer to Assuran: Justice must be sought as a form of Retribution.
Lucian’s Obsession
For Lucian, this is more than a legend—it is his only hope of returning to a life where he doesn’t hunger for the living. He hunts Lady Isovold not just for revenge, but for the “cure” he believes she carries in her veins.