A recent update from The Chinese Room sheds light on the vampire hunters in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. This faction, the Information Awareness Bureau (IAB), operates in the shadows, lacking official government backing but funded through a clandestine budget. Their agents hunt vampires, or "Hollow Ones," under the guise of "training exercises" and "counter-terrorism operations."

Agent Baker, the IAB's Seattle leader, is a pragmatic and disciplined hunter committed to the permanent eradication of vampires. She meticulously investigates unusual events, poring over historical records to uncover links to the hidden vampire world. Her unwavering command has earned her the moniker "The Hen" amongst her loyal team.

The hunters are highly organized, maintaining a secure base with both internal and external defenses. Confronting them solo is extremely difficult; they operate in coordinated teams, utilizing spotlights and maintaining communication via portable radios. In combat, they employ thermic batons, bypassing enemy defenses, and phosphorous grenades to flush out opponents from cover. Their sniper crossbows fire explosive bolts, inflicting significant damage unless swiftly removed.

Despite their effectiveness, these hunters are not unbeatable. Physically weaker than ghouls and vampires, they possess vulnerabilities exploitable through specific skills. For instance, the ability to manipulate fire can allow players to intercept and redirect grenades or crossbow bolts. Similarly, the Ventru clan's powers can be used to possess an enemy hunter, turning them against their own team.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is slated for release in the first half of 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.