Given that the clan as a whole holds the Tradition of the Progeny in contempt, Tzimisce are notoriously selective about whom they Embrace. Tzimisce are not human, do not wish to be human, and seek to Embrace people who have in some way deviated from their species - socially, mentally, or emotionally. Such deviation, however, must not preclude adherence to the clan's precepts or the capacity for wit, honor, and charm. Tzimisce infinitely prefer a Hannibal Lecter to a Jeffrey Dahmer.

Tzimisce prize intelligence and insight, but intelligence of particular variety - the ability to perceive new ways of looking at things rather than the conventional problem-solving or logical sort. In many ways, this approach resembles that of the Malkavians, but Tzimisce do not respect insanity for its own sake. A catatonic vegetable or dysfunctional schizophrenic is a manifestation of human frailty not proto-vampiric insight. A Tzimisce must be able to shape her madness rather than be shaped by it.
< BR> Even expedience rarely excuses a hasty Embrace. Tzimisce often hang back during wartime Creation Rites, allowing their Brujah and Pander comrades-in-arms to sully themselves with the animation of cannon fodder. A Fiend in need of muscle would much rather construct a dozen ghouls than transmit precious Tzimisce vitae to an unworthy being.

Tzimisce sires retain a good deal of influence in their childer's unlives - much more than most Sabbat vampires do. Though not nearly so controlling as Camarilla sires, Tzimisce maintain relations with their progeny, even those in different packs. Though Tzimisce are never held accountable for the actions of their childer, a Tzimisce who sires a flawed childe often loses respect in the eyes of her clanmates.