Rite of Profane Ascension

The Rite of Profane Ascension was an evil, ancient ritual that allowed a vampiric being to amplify its strengths and shed its weaknesses (such as sunlight hypersensitivity).

Description
The ritual entailed incantations in the infernal language and a sacrifice of seven thousand souls. Once it has been carried out, the person leading it would become the Vampire Ascendant. In their new form, they would no longer be affected by the usual curses afflicting vampires, such as sensitivity to sunlight or running water. Additionally, all the powers previously lent to them by their vampire form would grow even more powerful.

History
The origins of the rite have been lost in time. As of the only being to know the details of it was the archdevil Mephistopheles, who in the 13 century DR brokered an infernal contract with the vampire lord Cazador Szarr. Likewise, Cazador is the only vampire known by name to attempt performing the ritual.

Appearances

 * Video Games
 * Baldur's Gate III