Count Dracula: the owner of Fang and Rose Ballroom in Iowa Park and the Host of this year’s The Blood Ball. An old and legendary vampire lord, shares a profound and timeless love with Lilith, apowerful being of beauty and darkness.

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‍Lilith De Wolfram: known as Dracula's beloved and co-owner of the prestigious Fang and RoseBallroom. Rich heritage intertwined with magic and the supernatural, she exudes an aura of mystery.Lilith's deep connection with Dracula goes beyond mere affection; it's a bond forged in shared ambitionand darkness. Her ballroom serves as a haven for the supernatural elite, a place where secrets areexchanged as easily as drinks.

Ann Gelus: Irish born, grew up in a strict family but rebelled by frequenting taverns while in illicitrelationships that initially ended in her becoming a vampire in the mid 1600s after following a male human back to town. Known for her beauty, brutality and mind games, she disappeared until the 1790s.Now, working with Han Velsing, she hunts rogue vampires to seek redemption for her past actions.

MALE: S. Pike: British poet born in the mid 1700s. When he was human, he had a gentle soul whowrote poetry and songs. Considered an outcast who gave their heart out, only to be rejected. Turned inthe late 1800s, he sought revenge on his entire town, eliminating everyone in a wrathful spree. Over theyears, he’s become adapted to fighting and successfully taken on vampire hunters and defeated them andis often called upon by vampires if they have a hunter problem.

FEMALE Sophie Pike: A British poet born in the mid-1700s, she possessed a gentle soul, pouring herheart into poetry and songs. An outcast in her time, she faced constant rejection, leaving her feelingmisunderstood and alone. In the late 1800s, after a profound betrayal, she transformed, seeking revengeon her entire town in a wrathful spree that left no one untouched. As the years passed, she honed herskills in combat, becoming adept at fighting off vampire hunters. Now, she’s often called upon byvampires facing hunter problems, her reputation as both a fierce protector and a haunting reminder ofher tragic past growing with each encounter.

Wilhelmina “Willow” Compton: turned vampire in the mid 1700s, during the French & Indian Warwhere her husband was killed in battle. Initially driven to help the wounded, however she was betrayedby a soldier and transformed into an immortal. Her exceptional skills in finding people have only grownstronger over time making her an asset by the vampire elders to procure special humans.

Han Velsing: go-to enforcer for Dracula, tasked with ensuring the security of high-profile events andmaintaining order among the guests. Since Dracula’s leadership began, it has ushered in an era ofcoexistence between vampires and humans. His role is more about managing diplomacy than dealingwith rampant violence. He’s vigilant, ready to address any disturbances and uphold the uneasy peacethat defines this new era of vampire-human relations.

Seraphina Silvan: turned vampire in mid-1700s and younger sister to Dante Silvan. Both her and herbrother were turned by the same vampire. Both have a deep rivalry, as she strives for harmony withhumans and aims to integrate into their world, while Dante prefers to live in the shadows and hunt. Theyoften butt heads, but together, they both run the boarding house for young vampires and teach them howto be a vampire.

A. Lucard: half vampire and half human from a one-night stand whose mother tried to raise on her own.But was unable to deal with raising a devilish child and was left on the steps of an abbey. He is angrythat his father abandoned him and is attending the ball to seek revenge.

Elena Ravenswood: turned early 1800s, but opposed feeding on humans. She is a fairly new breed of vampire, and not drinking human blood means the sun affects her differently. She can last longer in the sun and doesn't have as many weaknesses as other vampires. However, the lack of human blood also makes her weaker than other types of vampires. She keeps a human companion (Liam) by her side, but she refuses to turn him until he’s lived a bit more.

Erika Northman: 1,000 year old vampire who was a Viking shield maiden and now runs a ballroom inLouisiana. She is the oldest vampire present and the most powerful. She is used to getting her way anddoesn’t like it when she doesn’t. She is one of the vampire leaders controlling the Northern Regions andfeels jealous of Selena whom she feels shouldn’t have reached the rank she has at a mere 600 years old.

Vanessa Helsing: descendant of Han Velsing and a vampire hunter. She carries the legacy of herancestor, possessing unique abilities that allow her to combat vampires effectively. She is a part of TheNocturnal Order. She inherits not only the skills and knowledge of vampire hunting but also amysterious power that enables her to potentially turn vampires back into humans.

Liam Hale: human companion of Elena who only ever wanted to become a vampire so he can spend eternity with Elena. However, Elena thinks human life is precious and refuses to turn him until he lives some more of his human life and experiences things normal humans do. In his anger at Elena for denying him, he turns to Dracula.

Ivon T. Sukblud: obsessed with learning everything there is to know about vampires and learning about their ways. Ever since a vampire killed his father and led astray his mother as he watched the vampire turn her, he’s devoted his life to studying the mind of the vampire and how their blood works as a life force of its own; it’s destructive and it’s healing properties.

Lucy Eastenra: vampire socialite in the 17th-century meant for high society, attending lavish balls and engaging in charitable work. She established herself as a leader of a clandestine network of vampires who seek to coexist with humans rather than dominate them. Her beauty and charisma makes her the focus point of desire for many suitors.

Lester Lioncourt: French Aristocrat alchemists. Destined for greatness in the realm of science and the arcane. Intrigued by the promise of immortality and the pursuit of knowledge, he conducted a ritual thatultimately transformed him into a vampire. Over the centuries, has has amassed a vast collection of rareartifacts and ancient texts, solidifying his status as a learned and enigmatic figure.

Celeste D'Ambra: As Celeste D'Ambra, she is an ancient and powerful vampire ruler of the NightCourt, born in the late 14th century. As the reigning monarch, Celeste wields significant power,commanding respect from both her subjects and rival factions. Her court is a sanctuary for vampiresseeking refuge in France. Through her diplomacy, she has become an iconic figure, inspiring not onlyher subjects but also those who dare to dream of a more harmonious existence.

Selena: Vampire Queen of Texas & warrior from the late 14th century. She is a part of the vampirerulers, having been passed the title from her makers. She’s fought in many wars and seen a lot ofbloodshed, now she only wishes for peace between all beings; human and supernatural, and fights tomaintain that peace and order.

Viktor Aleron: vampire with roots tracing back to the early 16th century. Have risen to prominence as aruthless leader of a vampire faction known for its strategic alliances and cunning political maneuvers.He commands respect through fear and charisma, often utilizing his vast wealth and influence to expandhis territory. Abilities of mind control, shapeshifting and strength and speed.

Nosa Feratus: ancient Egyptian vampire who was cured with immortality by an ancient clan. He was buried alive, chained in silver and encased in a tomb for centuries until he was accidentally dug up by archaeologists. He craves human blood more than most other vampires because he was starved for so long. He is still very weak even though it’s been over centuries. Having been feared as a devil when he was first created, he finds the restrictions on feeding in this time very challenging.

Drew Cilla: British, brought up in a strict family where his gift as a psychic was shunned as being the work of evil. He led a very unhappy life, desperately trying to be a good man/boy. He met Ann Gelus who turned him in the mid 1700s when she was soulless. Ann enjoyed tormenting him, his family and ultimately took out his family. He was driven mad by this thus Ann turned him into a vampire. He is possessive and obsessive and even more mentally unstable as a vampire than he was as a human.

Dante Silvan: turned vampire mid 1700s, older brother to Seraphina. The two of them were turned by the same vampire. They have a deep rivalry, Seraphina tries to get along with humans and live amongst them, while he prefers to live in the shadows and hunt. He has quite a dark and possessive nature, could be even more dangerous than Drew, but thankfully he is not mad. He is very different in his ways of life as he and Seraphina butt heads a lot but together they run a boarding house for young vampires and teach them the ways of being a vampire.

Sector Count Von Count: a vampire inspector for the Iowa Part Department of Undead and Mortals. heattends the Blood Ball each year to ensure that order is maintained and that the immortal beings do notlet their darker instincts run wild. With centuries of experience, he blends his sharp wit with a keensense of justice, striving to balance the needs of both mortals and vampires.

Klaus Michaelson: one of the Original Vampires from New Orleans, hybrid both vampire and werewolfmaking him one of the most formidable and dangerous supernatural beings. Renowned for his ruthlessambition and complex family dynamics with a reputation for being both charming and ruthless. He has adark past filled with betrayal and violence and his presence is often marked by a chilling aura of powerand a web of secrets.

Countess Elizabeth Blackwood: fascinated by alchemy, during a fateful encounter with a mysteriousalchemist, she was offered immortality in exchange for her service as his apprentice. Embracing the dark gift, Elizabeth quickly mastered the arcane arts, becoming a powerful sorceress and a formidable figurein vampire society.

Lysandra Nightingale: She was transformed into a vampire by a wandering noblewoman who recognized her potential and desired a companion. Embracing her new identity, Lysandra cultivated her wit and charm, quickly gaining a reputation as a captivating socialite in London’s elite circles. She hosts soirées that are legendary, attracting both humans and vampires, and they often serve as a platform for discussing matters of coexistence and collaboration.