With the introduction of dark energy, vampires have become an optimal unit for replenishment – you can raise 20 of them per week. And considering all the advantages listed above, they are simply great. Regarding the claims that many people made, saying that vampires in Heroes of Might and Magic V are not as good as they used to be and have become like swordsmen – don't believe it. It looks great. The idea that they have lost their vampirism and now have to gnaw at any armor with their vampire fangs or attack everyone with their claws is not aesthetically pleasing. But a sword looks beautiful. You can drink the blood of a defeated enemy until they die. And the death animation of vampires is generally excellent – only a sword remains!