Should I choose Vampire or Werewolf?

Vampires excel at burst damage and magic (Blood Mage, Shadow Assassin). Werewolves excel at sustained damage and group content (Berserker, Pack Shaman). Both races compete equally at the top of PvP leaderboards.

Which race is stronger?

Neither race is inherently stronger. Both have one S-tier subclass. The current PvP meta has Shadow Assassin (Vampire) and Pack Shaman (Werewolf) both rated S-tier.

Race Selection Guide

Vampire vs Werewolf

Q: Can I change my race after choosing?

No — race is a permanent choice made at character creation. You can create additional characters to try the other race.

The most important decision you'll make in Aeternum. Each race offers a unique playstyle, strengths, and lore. Read on, then choose your destiny.

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Vampire

"Children of the Eternal Night"

Vampires are masters of dark magic and swift strikes. They feed on the life force of enemies, converting dealt damage into healing. Ideal for players who prefer a high-risk, high-reward playstyle with burst damage and magical abilities.

STRENGTH

DEFENSE

AGILITY

LUCK

BASE HP

Passive Ability

Life Steal

Restore 15% of damage dealt as HP on every hit. Scales with Strength and Agility.

SIGNATURE SKILLS

Blood Bite Shadow Dash Dark Heal Bat Swarm

PLAYSTYLE

High Damage Life Steal Burst Magic Night Bonus PvP Oriented

Choose Vampire

Werewolf

"Born of the Eternal Pack"

Werewolves are relentless warriors built on raw physical power and natural resilience. They regenerate HP over time and deliver devastating critical strikes. Perfect for players who want to outlast opponents and dominate through sustained combat.

STRENGTH

DEFENSE

AGILITY

LUCK

BASE HP

110

Passive Ability

Regeneration

Regenerate 3% max HP at the end of every combat round. Doubles during Full Moon Night.

SIGNATURE SKILLS

Wolf Rage Moon Howl Savage Claws Pack Instinct

PLAYSTYLE

High HP Regeneration Critical Hits Full Moon Bonus Tanky

Choose Werewolf

Full Comparison

Head-to-head stats and mechanics at Level 1

Attribute	Vampire	Werewolf
Starting Gold	100	80
Base HP	90	110
HP per Level	+8	+10
Strength	12 (+2/lvl)	14 (+2.5/lvl)
Defense	6 (+1/lvl)	8 (+1.5/lvl)
Agility	8 (+1.5/lvl)	5 (+1/lvl)
Luck	6 (+1/lvl)	4 (+0.8/lvl)
Passive Ability	Life Steal (15%)	Regeneration (3%/round)
Night Bonus	+20% all stats (02:00–03:00 UTC)	+20% all stats (23:00–00:00 UTC)
Special Event Bonus	Blood Night: +50% life steal	Full Moon Night: +50% damage
Best For	PvP, burst, magic users	PvE, tanking, beginners
Difficulty	Moderate	Beginner-friendly

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Stat

Illustrative Level-20 stat estimates derived from each subclass's documented primary stat, role and difficulty on the Classes page — for exact live numbers, check in-game character sheet.

Race FAQ

Common questions about choosing your race

Can I change my race after choosing?+

Race is a permanent choice that defines your character. Choose carefully! In a future update, a special "Curse of Transformation" item will allow a one-time race change.

Is one race stronger than the other?+

Both races are balanced for end-game content. Vampires excel at PvP and burst damage, while Werewolves are more forgiving in PvE and survive longer in prolonged fights. Skill and equipment matter far more than race choice.

Do races compete against each other?+

Yes! Each month a Race War event tracks total PvP wins per race. The winning race earns a +10% Gold and XP bonus for the following week. This is the heart of the Vampires vs. Werewolves rivalry.

Can Vampires and Werewolves join the same clan?+

No. Clans are race-exclusive — a clan is either a Vampire coven or a Werewolf pack. This maintains the rivalry and makes clan wars meaningful.

Which race is better for beginners?+

Werewolf is recommended for new players due to higher base HP and passive regeneration making early-game easier. Vampire's life steal requires more strategic combat to use effectively.

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