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“The Dark Lord, Dracula, is the embodiment of darkness and tragedy. A cruel and arrogant chaotic evil vampire who renounced his humanity centuries ago.”

“A Prince of Darkness who is also the King of the Night that was once a human being that went by the name of Mathias Cronqvist until the very day he abandoned his very humanity by obtaining The Crimson Stone thus absorbing the souls of the slain yet most powerful vampires among the fact he declared war against God. Dracula has tragic history written all over his face to the point where finds himself getting killed by the generation of Belmonts and gets resurrected once every one hundred years in addition to premature resurrections.”

-1094 - Lament of Innocence: The man who would become Dracula was originally Mathias Cronqvist, a brilliant military strategist who, alongside Baron Leon Belmont, led a company of invincible knights. Mathias, married to Elisabetha, suffered from her death while he was on campaign. His grief and anger towards God for allowing his wife’s death led Mathias to seek immortality as a way to defy God. He discovered the Crimson Stone and acquired vampiric powers through an ancient evil god named Death. Mathias, now a vampire known as Dracula, allied with Death and absorbed the soul of the powerful vampire Walter Bernhard. This granted him immense power and a renewed hatred towards humanity and God. Eventually, Dracula hid in foreign lands and assumed the name Dracula Vlad Țepeș. At the same time, the great war between the Belmonts and Dracula also emerged. Leon Belmont swore to exterminate the creatures of the night. It was during this period that the “Vampire Killer” whip, the Belmonts' main weapon, was created. This led to the Belmonts’ duty to hunt Dracula and protect humanity from darkness.

-Interlude (1094-1476): For centuries, Dracula built a magical castle in Wallachia, where he recruited those who had turned against God. There he met and fell in love with Lisa, a kind woman seeking to be a doctor with Dracula's scientific knowledge. She reminded him quite a bit of Elisabetha. Together, they had a son, Adrian Fahrenheit Țepeș, later known as Alucard. However, Lisa was accused of witchcraft and executed, which unleashed Dracula’s fury against humanity.

-1476 - Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse: Furious over Lisa’s death, Dracula unleashed his legions against Europe. The Eastern Church armies were practically annihilated. Vampire hunter Trevor Belmont, a descendant of Leon, faced Dracula along with other allies like Grant Danasty, Sypha Belnades, and his own son Alucard. Dracula was defeated, but his curse left the land in ruins.

-1479 - Curse of Darkness: In 1479, Death attempted to resurrect Dracula using the traitor Devil Forgemaster Hector as a vessel. Although initially unsuccessful, Dracula was resurrected by Isaac. However, Hector managed to reject Dracula and send him back to the grave.

-1576-1591 - The Legend of Dracula: Dracula was reborn in 1576 and began his hundred-year regeneration cycle. In 1591, Dracula was defeated by Christopher Belmont and his son Soleiyu, but managed to survive in mist form and rose again at the end of his cycle.

-1691-1698 - Seal of the Curse: In 1691, Dracula was resurrected by his followers but was defeated by Simon Belmont. Dracula's castle and his followers were eradicated. In 1698, Simon defeated the ghostly manifestation of Dracula, eliminating his curse.

-1748 - Harmony of Dissonance: Dracula was partially resurrected through the remains sought by Maxim Kischine. Dracula’s influence caused his castle to appear again. Juste Belmont, Simon’s grandson, defeated the manifestation of Dracula.

-1792-1797 - The Dracula X Chronicles: In 1792, Dracula was resurrected by the dark priest Shaft, but was defeated by Richter Belmont. Although Dracula was vanquished, he resurfaced in 1797 due to Shaft’s ghostly efforts. His son Alucard fought him, and in the end, Dracula showed remorse before dying again.

-19th Century - Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia: In the 19th century, the Ecclesia organization sought to destroy Dracula’s remains, but leader Barlowe used the remains to resurrect Dracula through his disciple Shanoa. Ultimately, Shanoa defeated Dracula using the power of the Dominus glyphs.

-1917-1944 - World War: Dracula was resurrected in 1897 by Elizabeth Bartley during World War I. He was defeated by Quincy Morris and later by his son John Morris during World War II, with the help of Eric Lecarde. Though Dracula was defeated, his resurgence was brief.

-Final Resurrection - 1999: Dracula was resurrected in 1999, when an army of undead invaded. Julius Belmont, with the help of the Vampire Killer whip, defeated him in the Battle of 1999. Although many believe Dracula truly died that night, it is said that a strange mist transported him elsewhere to continue his vengeance.

“Originally a human called Mathias Cronqvist. Inconsolable grief metamorphosed into madness after the death of his first’s wife. He sought out the fabled Crimson Stone as a way to cheat death, but death trapped his soul inside the stone, granting him eternal life as a vampire. Vlad Tepes Dracula was now the Dark Lord. He slept by day and hunted in the eventide, seeking out the living and stealing their lifeblood. He built a castle in Romania shielded with sinister magic and turned many of the local villagers into the living dead. Dracula's Castle became a symbol I of terror and despair. His power seemed unassailable and many perished trying to defeat him as he sowed endless chaos, suffering, and death. In 1476 Trevor Belmont of the Belmont Clan ended Dracula's reign with the Vampire Killer. But the undead never stay dead for long and Dracula was resurrected more than once over the centuries to continue his quest for revenge. Last resurrected in 1999, Dracula raised an army of the undead. It took another descendant of the Belmont Clan to defeat him: Julius Belmont. In the savage clash - known as the Battle of 1999, Julius Belmont took the fight to Dracula's Castle and battled the Dark Lord with the same enchanted whip his distant ancestors wielded. Most believe Dracula suffered a true death. A final death. But Dracula didn't die that night. As the Vampire Killer tore the flesh from his bones, a strange fog rolled across the ancient stone floor. Dracula felt the icy fingers of something or someone beckoning him. The Fog engulfed him and transported him to a place where he could continue his dark vengeance against humanity.”

“Prestige Levels”: -Tier I: Automatically adds to all other Killers' inventories and unlocks higher-tiered versions in their Bloodweb. -Tier II & III: Additional prestige levels further unlock higher-tier versions for other Killers.

-Pale Claws: Primary weapon of The Dark Lord; uses his bare hands to quickly dispatch prey.

Vampiric Shift.

Shapeshift.

-Vampire Form: Default form; 4.6 m/s speed; Hellfire Spell ability.

-Wolf Form: 4.4 m/s speed; enhanced tracking with visibility of Pools of Blood and Scratch Marks; Pounce Attack ability.

-Bat Form: 6 m/s speed; Undetectable Status; teleportation and stealth; ignores dropped Pallets and Windows; increased Footstep volume.

-Hellfire Spell (Vampire Form): Charge and release Pillars of Flame; 8-meter range; 7-second cooldown. -Pounce (Wolf Form): Charge and attack with a Pounce; destroys Breakable Walls and dropped Pallets; 15-second cooldown. -Teleport (Bat Form): Teleport to Vault locations within 32 meters; 10 m/s speed. Skills, Advantages, and Disadvantages.

-Shapeshift: Access to three distinct Forms with unique abilities. -Hellfire Spell (Vampire Form): Long-range attack with Pillars of Flame. -Pounce (Wolf Form): Effective tracking and destruction abilities. -Teleport (Bat Form): High-speed movement and stealth.

-Versatile Forms: Switch between Vampire, Wolf, and Bat Forms for different tactical advantages.

-Tracking and Stealth: Enhanced tracking with Wolf Form and high-speed stealth with Bat Form.

-Destruction Abilities: Pounce destroys obstacles; Hellfire Spell provides area denial.

-Teleportation: Quick repositioning to gain the upper hand.

-Movement Speed Reduction: Slower in Wolf Form compared to Bat Form.

-No Attack in Bat Form: Limited to stealth and mobility without attacking.

-Cooldowns: Various abilities, such as Pounce and Hellfire Spell, have cooldown periods.

-Footstep Volume Increase: Increased footstep volume in Bat Form can alert Survivors to your presence.

-Cerberus Talon: Increases Scent Orbs' Aura-reading range.

-Clock Tower Gear: Reduces Shapeshift cooldown.

-Ruby Circlet: Reduces Hellfire Spell cooldown.

-Sylph Feather: Instant Hellfire Spell recharge after breaking Pallets.

-Blood-Filled Goblet: Increases Scent Orbs' lifetime.

-Magical Ticket: Increases Teleportation speed.

-Moonstone Necklace: Reduces Terror Radius in Vampire Form.

-Traveler's Hat: Reduces ability penalties after Shapeshifting.

-Winged Boots: Increases Teleport range.

-Force of Echo: Enhances Scent Orbs' tracking precision.

-Killer Doll: Reduces Pounce Attack cooldown when collecting Scent Orbs.

-Pocket Watch: Instantly recharges Teleport ability after breaking Pallets.

-Sunglasses: Adds extra Pillars of Flame; increases Hellfire Spell charge time.

-White Wolf Medallion: Extends Killer Instinct duration in Wolf Form.

-Cube of Zoe: Creates Pillars of Flame around The Dark Lord after Generators are completed.

-Lapis Lazuli: Blocks Vault location for 4 seconds when teleporting.

-Medusa's Hair: Causes Blindness Status Effect to Survivors while teleporting.

-Warg's Fang: Reveals Survivor Auras after collecting Scent Orbs while Pounce is on cooldown.

-Alucard's Shield: Creates Pillars of Flame inside Exit Gates after opening.

-Iridescent Ring of Vlad: Homes in Hellfire Spell on nearby Survivors; reduces Pillars of Flame.

Dracula Vlad Țepeș, Mathias Cronqvist(human form before turn on Vampire).

Vlad (Vlad The Impaler), The Dark lord, The King of Vampires.

Male.

Vampire.

Wallachian (Romania).

Immortal.

7'3"/220 cm.

328 lbs/148.78 kg.

c. 1062 A.D. (as Mathias Cronqvist).

-Elegant and Arrogant: Dracula is known for his elegance and arrogance. He sees himself as a superior being, a noble who has been betrayed and challenged. He exudes an aura of dread and malevolence, reveling in the fear he instills. He considers humans weak and deserving of extinction.

-Ruthless and Vengeful: He has a deep-seated thirst for revenge against humanity, especially following personal tragedies he has endured. This quest for vengeance drives him to commit horrific acts. Driven by a desire for retribution, he is relentless in his pursuit of Survivors.

-Intelligent and Manipulative: He is a cunning strategist and manipulator, using his intelligence to plan and execute his schemes with great precision. He uses his shapeshifting abilities strategically, adapting his approach to maximize his effectiveness in hunting.

-Melancholic and Cynical: Dracula often displays an underlying melancholy and a cynical disdain for humanity, reflecting his own tragedies and loss of faith in mankind. His desire to eradicate humanity can be interpreted as a way of projecting his personal pain onto the world, punishing all for the sin of a few.

-General Look: Drácula is a regal and imposing figure, embodying classic vampire aesthetics with a dark, elegant presence.

-Attire: He wears a luxurious, high-collared cape that flows dramatically, adorned with intricate patterns. His clothing is a mix of deep reds and blacks, reflecting his noble status.

-Features: His pale, flawless skin contrasts sharply with his dark attire. His shoulder-length and unkempt white hair, white moustache, and pointed white beard. His eyes are intense and glowing, often described as piercing. His fangs are prominent, hinting at his vampiric nature.

(The Memento Mori Offerings grant the Killers the ability to kill Survivors): Shows Dracula filling a wine glass with the blood of a survivor, after cutting his throat with his sharp claws, and then taking a single sip of the contents. Throwing this cup to the floor, breaking it in the process while contemplating the agony and death of his victim.

-"The powerful always judge the weak." -"I am the Lord of Darkness!" -"The humans made their judgment of me. Thus I sentenced them to extinction." -"Destiny can be quite fun at times." -"What is a man? A miserable little pile of secrets." -"I am a creature of the night." -"Humanity is a plague that must be irradicated." -"My immortal soul is bound to the dark embrace of eternity." -"What a dark and wonderous place." -"This is… vampire heaven."

-"Trevor!" -"Ahh! I did smell a Belmont!" -"Trevor! You pathetic worm!"

-"What an emotional display." -"Destiny can be quite fun at times." -"I have waited for this moment." -"Don’t be overdramatic." -"Fascinating..." -"Stop with the theatrics." -"Try not to bleed out too quickly." -"Escape is impossible." -"Die, already." -"Don’t even try to escape."

-“No one’s coming for you, Trevor." -"You should have stayed retired."

-"I am the fury, your hate, your vengeance!" -"I will have my vengeance!" -"I will feast on blood this night!" -"The true Lord of Darkness is upon you!" -"My prey awaits." -"I smell blood!" -"The end is nigh!" -"Destiny, be done."

-"Insufferable little wretch!" -"Puny worm!" -"Amusing." -"Impeccable timing." -"Endless darkness awaits!" -"Your existence is but a fleeting flame." -"Die, human!" -"Destiny calls!" -"Farewell, pathetic human."

-"Die, Belmont!" -"Die, Trevor!" -"Now you suffer, Trevor Belmont!"

-"We shall meet again, blood of Belmont!" -"I've been waiting for you." -"I will enjoy destroying you." -"You... I remember..." -"Belmont." -"I will give you a proper welcome." -"I smell the blood of a Belmont." -"We meet again, blood of Belmont." -"You will suffer, blood of Belmont." -"A Belmont… of course." -"Once again… a Belmont!" -"Prepare to suffer, blood of Belmont." -"Trevor!" -"Trevor... I’ll crush him like a maggot." -"Trevor Belmont… you’ll never see your family again." -"You’ll scream for death, Trevor Belmont." -"Trevor Belmont… I’ll have your head on a hook!" -"Trevor Belmont… too good to be true." -"Trevor Belmont… This I will enjoy."

-"Better run, you fool!" -"You’re just making me angry!" -"You can't stop me!" -"Futile attempt!"

-Trials with The Dark Lord can feature Dracula's Castle as a visual Easter Egg.

-The Castle looms over the Trial Grounds, situated on an inaccessible floating island beyond the border walls of the Map.

-The Castle is present in all Trials that take place on an original Map that is not associated with another license.

-Trials occurring on the latter do not feature the Castle.

Special Attack (Hellfire Spell, Pounce).

115 % | 4.6 m/s

32 metres.

48 metres (Bat Form).

-“Ha! Mankind. A cesspit of hatred and lies. Fight for them, then, and die for their sins!”

-“What is a man? A miserable little pile of secrets! But enough talk... have at you!”

-“Enough of your nonsense! Away with your humanity! Stand with me as Prince of all the world!”

-“We have risked our lives and fought for the sake of God... But God mercilessly stole away the one I loved most... When all I ever wished for was Elisabetha's safety!! If limited life is God's decree, then I shall defy it!! And within that eternity, I shall curse Him forevermore!”(Mathias Cronqvist to his Former Friend,Leon Belmont before becoming “Dracula”)

-"By becoming a vampire, I obtained eternal life. That was my goal. It was my revenge against God!"(Mathias to his friend Leon)

-“Adrian... Not just Hector, but now you, too... Foolish betrayers... You shall be cursed!Humans who betray me...as well as this world! And God, as well! You shall learn, at great cost to you...my sorrow and wrath!!”(Dracula,after hearing his son’s treachery)

-“The powerful always judge the weak. The humans made their judgment of me, as well. Thus I sentenced them to extinction. Sympathy is merely a form of weakness. You betrayed me, Hector... And for that, the punishment is death.”(Dracula to his former general, Hector)

-“It is not by my own power that I am resurrected. It is a greed of humanity which calls me back. And thus, by might, I rule. Might becomes the one and only justice in this world!”