Darkness

New Age (Young Man): Instead of his usual adult appearance, Vlad suddenly appears younger. This causes him great distress and comically "cries" over his lost beard. His height in this appearance is approximately 175–180 cm. Face and Hairstyle: He loses the rugged mustache and beard that viewers became accustomed to in the early seasons. His facial features become softer and more youthful. His hair remains dark, but the age change gives him a completely different appearance—fresher and more youthful. Eyes: The expressive blue eyes that have always been the character's signature throughout all his incarnations remain. Clothing Style: In the third season, Vlad gets a job at the Magic College (first as an expert on villainous plans, and then as a martial arts and physical education teacher). His wardrobe adapts to the everyday style of a modern teenager or young man: he wears comfortable clothes, while maintaining familiar elements such as belts, jewelry (earrings, rings, chains) and an informal style.

In the third season, Vlad (Morok)'s character, personality, and communication style are revealed in new, very funny, and unexpected ways. From the menacing and cynical villain of his past, he finally transforms into a charismatic, sarcastic, yet deeply vulnerable mentor. Internal crisis and pride: Transforming into a young man is a severe blow to his self-esteem. He is terribly worried about his new appearance—especially the disappearance of his beard, which he considered a symbol of masculinity. His pride and vanity are constantly damaged when one of his girls or acquaintances teases him about it.
Hidden Caring and Gentleness: Beneath the mask of a perpetually disgruntled, grumpy, and stern loner lies a man who has truly become attached to the Magic Patrol, the Learned Cat, Vasilisa the Wise, and especially Alyonka. He often grumbles, but is always ready to help, protect, and back them up, although he will never admit it openly. Professional Pedantry: Having become a martial arts instructor and expert, Vlad approaches his work responsibly. He is incredibly demanding of discipline, hates it when his lessons are skipped or not taken seriously, and loves to command. Sarcasm and Irony: Vlad's signature humor has not disappeared. His speech is filled with caustic comments, sarcasm, and endless jabs at those around him (especially the Learned Cat, with whom he has a constant, amusing banter).
Emotional Expressiveness: While he previously tried to appear cold and unflappable, in the third season, due to his teenage appearance and the stresses he's undergoing, he became much more emotional. He can express dramatic indignation, throw his hands up in genuine outrage, and react violently to the injustice of fate. Authoritarianism with a hint of mentoring: When interacting with his students and younger peers, he maintains a stern demeanor, fond of pompous phrases about strength, fighting techniques, and evil plans. However, behind his stern lectures, one can always sense a sincere desire to teach them wisdom.