Dracula (Marvel)
Creation & Design
Dracula was created by Bram Stoker in his 1897 novel, and Marvel adapted this character into their universe, emphasizing his vampiric powers and his role as a classic horror villain.Early Years
Dracula first appeared in Marvel Comics in the early 1970s, primarily in the 'Tomb of Dracula' series, where he was portrayed as a formidable foe for Blade and other supernatural heroes.Character Development
Over the years, Dracula has evolved from a straightforward villain to a more complex character, often portrayed with a tragic backstory and moral ambiguity, reflecting the changing perceptions of vampires in popular culture.Cultural Reception
Dracula has been well-received in the Marvel Universe, becoming a staple character in horror-themed storylines and gaining a dedicated fanbase.Character Details
Real Name:
Dracula
Aliases:
Lord of the Vampires, Prince of Darkness
Species:
Vampire
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Legion of Monsters, The Midnight Sons
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Immortality, Shape-shifting, Hypnosis
Equipment:
Cloak, Fangs
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
black
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1st appearance of Dracula, created by Gerry Conway and Gene Colan, inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic character
1st appearance of Van Helsing
1st appearance of Frank Drake, a descendant of Dracula
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1st appearance of Dracula, created by Gerry Conway and Gene Colan, inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic character
1st appearance of Van Helsing
1st appearance of Frank Drake, a descendant of Dracula
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2nd appearance of Dracula
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Premiere issue of the 13 issue Magazine series by Curtis Comics (Marvel)
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Premiere issue of the 13 issue Magazine series by Curtis Comics (Marvel)
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Origin of Dracula
1st appearance of Lianda, a gypsy who turned Dracula into a vampire
1st appearance of Marie Laveau, the Queen of Voodoo who uses magic to seek out vampires
1st appearance of Turac, a Turkish vampire who battled Dracula
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Origin of Dracula
1st appearance of Lianda, a gypsy who turned Dracula into a vampire
1st appearance of Marie Laveau, the Queen of Voodoo who uses magic to seek out vampires
1st appearance of Turac, a Turkish vampire who battled Dracula
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2nd appearance of Solomon Kane
1st appearance of Nimrod the First, a vampire from the 15th century
Dracula becomes lord of the vampires
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2nd appearance of Solomon Kane
1st appearance of Nimrod the First, a vampire from the 15th century
Dracula becomes lord of the vampires
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First meeting and battle of Dracula and Frankenstein in the mainstream Marvel comic universe
In Frankenstein #7, Dracula is resurrected by an acolyte while in the presence of Frankenstein but the panels do not clearly establish Dracula or Frankenstein acknowledging one another to designate #7 as a first meeting - tap cover and swipe to view
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First meeting and battle of Dracula and Frankenstein in the mainstream Marvel comic universe
In Frankenstein #7, Dracula is resurrected by an acolyte while in the presence of Frankenstein but the panels do not clearly establish Dracula or Frankenstein acknowledging one another to designate #7 as a first meeting - tap cover and swipe to view
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First battle of Dracula versus Werewolf By Night, part one of a two-part crossover continuing in Werewolf By Night #15
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First battle of Dracula versus Werewolf By Night, part one of a two-part crossover continuing in Werewolf By Night #15
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First battle of Dracula versus Werewolf By Night, conclusion of a two-part crossover continued from Tomb of Dracula #18
Origin of Werewolf By Night
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First battle of Dracula versus Werewolf By Night, conclusion of a two-part crossover continued from Tomb of Dracula #18
Origin of Werewolf By Night
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1st appearance of Lilith, the daughter of Dracula
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1st appearance of Lilith, the daughter of Dracula
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Origin of Dracula
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First solo story featuring Lilith
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1st team appearance of Legion of Monsters: Dracula, Frankenstein, Manphibian
1st appearance of Manphibian, an alien that found its way to Earth while pursuing the murderer of its mate
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1st team appearance of Legion of Monsters: Dracula, Frankenstein, Manphibian
1st appearance of Manphibian, an alien that found its way to Earth while pursuing the murderer of its mate
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First meeting and battle of Doctor Strange and Dracula
First meeting of Blade and Hannibal King
Part one of a two-issue crossover that continues in Doctor Strange #14 (1976)
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First meeting and battle of Doctor Strange and Dracula
First meeting of Blade and Hannibal King
Part one of a two-issue crossover that continues in Doctor Strange #14 (1976)
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Storm becomes a vampire after being bitten by Dracula
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Storm becomes a vampire after being bitten by Dracula
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Battle of Doctor Strange versus Dracula
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Scarce, final issue featuring a cover appearance by Dracula
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Scarce, final issue featuring a cover appearance by Dracula
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1st appearance of Xarus, the son of Dracula, later becomes the Shadow Colonel
1st team appearances of multiple vampires Sects: the Mystikos Sect, Aqueos Sect, Anchorite Sect, Kreiger Sect, Siren Sect, Moksha Sect, Claw Sect
Dracula new character design
1st appearance of Alyssa, leader of the Siren Sect
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1st appearance of Xarus, the son of Dracula, later becomes the Shadow Colonel
1st team appearances of multiple vampires Sects: the Mystikos Sect, Aqueos Sect, Anchorite Sect, Kreiger Sect, Siren Sect, Moksha Sect, Claw Sect
Dracula new character design
1st appearance of Alyssa, leader of the Siren Sect
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Variant cover art by Marko Djurdjevic
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