Blood feud

A blood feud is a prolonged, often violent conflict between families or groups, usually fueled by revenge for a perceived wrong or murder. It involves ongoing retaliation, where each side seeks to avenge past harms, sometimes over many years or generations. These conflicts can lead to cycles of violence, harming innocent members and destabilizing communities. Blood feuds are historically rooted in cultural norms emphasizing honor and revenge, making resolution challenging without intervention or external mediation.