Vampires - you should be afraid of the night

[rdonj]

400 markatas is 2000 gold (not including the 10 commanders and mages you need to lead them)... they also have upkeep and aren't nearly as maneuverable as vampires. Plus the first time someone casts earthquake that's 2k gold down the drain. I'm not sure 15mr is that bad either, sure they'll take damage from banishments but it's not going to be that crippling.

Not saying vampires are a be all end all, but they certainly do have their uses.