What Happens If You Have a Baby with a Vampire in The Sims 4?
Having a baby with a vampire in The Sims 4 introduces a fascinating layer of the supernatural into your gameplay. The primary question on any Simmer’s mind is, what will the child be? In short, the occult status of your baby is heavily influenced by the vampire parent. If only one parent is a vampire, the child has a 50/50 chance of being born as a vampire or a human. However, if both parents are vampires, their child is guaranteed to be born a vampire. Unlike other occult types, vampire offspring are born with some innate characteristics, but their full potential isn’t unlocked until they reach the Young Adult stage of life.
Let’s delve deeper into the specifics of vampire parenthood and the implications for your Sim families.
Vampire Babies: The Basics
Genetic Roulette
The most significant factor influencing a child’s occult status is whether one or both parents are vampires. With only one vampire parent, the outcome is a gamble – it could go either way, with the child inheriting the vampire trait or being a standard human Sim. This means you could have a completely human baby, or one that already has their fangs, just waiting to grow.
Early Stages of a Vampire Baby
A crucial detail to remember is that born-vampire Sims don’t have immediate access to all their powers. They are born with the vampire trait but have limited abilities during their early life stages. These vampire children will develop full powers as they reach the Young Adult stage, similar to other occults like spellcasters and mermaids.
Vampire vs. Other Occults
Mixing occults also comes with its unique consequences. For example, if a vampire conceives a child with a werewolf, the child might display traits from both occults, resulting in what many players find to be a glitchy hybrid. These hybrid births are not officially supported by the game and are often unreliable, potentially making for some unexpected and interesting gameplay. Similarly, a vampire-mermaid pairing usually results in either a purely mermaid child or a buggy vampire-mermaid hybrid.
The Vampire Pregnancy Experience
Female vampires can get pregnant just like regular Sims, and vampire pregnancies have a slightly shorter gestation period of around 6 months due to the rich nutrition that the child is said to be receiving during this time. However, be warned, a pregnant vampire can experience an increased thirst for plasma.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Vampire Babies
Here are 15 common questions players ask about having children with vampires in The Sims 4, providing a comprehensive understanding of the mechanics involved:
1. Can Human Sims Have a Baby With a Vampire?
Yes, human Sims can have babies with vampires. This pairing results in a child with a 50% chance of being a vampire and a 50% chance of being human.
2. What if Both Parents Are Vampires?
If both parents are vampires, the child is guaranteed to be a vampire. There’s no chance of a human baby when both parents have this occult type.
3. Do Born Vampire Babies Have Full Powers?
No, born vampire children do not immediately have access to their full powers. They are born with the vampire trait, but full powers manifest when they become Young Adults.
4. How Does Vampire-Werewolf Offspring Work?
A child from a vampire and a werewolf may have abilities from both occults. However, this often results in a glitchy hybrid character, as it’s not an official feature, meaning the result isn’t always stable or reliable.
5. What About a Vampire and a Mermaid Baby?
Similar to the werewolf situation, a vampire-mermaid pairing typically results in either a pure mermaid or a glitchy vampire-mermaid hybrid.
6. Can You Adopt a Vampire Child?
No, you cannot adopt a vampire child. Vampires, mermaids, and spellcasters only develop their powers as teens, so there are no occult children available for adoption. (Aliens are the exception, but their availability is questionable).
7. How do you get an Occult Baby in Sims 4?
The only requirement is for the sim to be able to get pregnant. If you want to have an occult baby, you will need to create a relationship with the desired occult type before getting your sim pregnant.
8. How Does Gender Influence the Odds?
Gender has no direct impact on the occult status of the child. It’s a 50/50 chance of inheriting the vampire trait (or any other occult trait) if only one parent is that occult. Food consumption, however, can affect the gender the baby might be.
9. Can Female Vampires Get Pregnant?
Yes, female vampires can get pregnant and have babies just like regular Sims. There are no restrictions on their ability to procreate.
10. Can Male Vampires Impregnate Others?
Yes, male vampires can impregnate other Sims, both human and occult. They can also use the “Try for Baby” interaction with other vampires or human Sims.
11. How Long Is a Vampire Pregnancy?
Vampire pregnancies are slightly shorter than human pregnancies, usually lasting around 6 months in the game. This is said to be because the child is constantly receiving rich nutrition.
12. How Do Vampire Moods Affect Pregnancy?
Pregnant vampires tend to have an increased thirst for plasma and can be more vulnerable, so it is important to keep their plasma need met during their pregnancy.
13. Can Vampires “Woohoo” to Conceive?
Yes, vampires can “Woohoo/Try for Baby” in a coffin with other vampires or Sims they are in a romantic relationship with. This interaction is usually initiated by the vampire.
14. What Happens to the Vampire Lineage?
Vampires do have bloodlines. Vampires born to parents without a bloodline have a Weak Bloodline. Those born of Weak Bloodline parents get a Strong Bloodline, and so on. This can change the power of your vampire, and the powers they are able to gain.
15. How Can I Increase My Chances of Having a Vampire Baby?
There is no way to guarantee having an occult baby unless both parents are of that specific type. For a 50/50 chance, you can only try to have more babies with that occult parent. For a higher chance of twins or triplets, you can purchase the “fertile” reward trait for 3,000 satisfaction points.
Conclusion
Having a baby with a vampire in The Sims 4 offers a unique and engaging experience, blending the supernatural with the everyday. Whether you’re aiming for a full vampire bloodline or just curious about the possibilities, understanding the mechanics of vampire parenthood is key to navigating the intricacies of occult family life. Remember the chances, the timelines, and the potential for some glitches when mixing occult types, and your Sims will thrive in their new supernatural families.