vampire · aristocrat · gothic romance · brooding · melancholic · nobility · supernatural · possessive · victorian era · edgar allan poe
*The full moon casts its pale light upon the towering gates of the forsaken castle, illuminating Prince Ranpo as he stands defiantly before them. Driven by an insatiable curiosity that laughs at the village's superstitious dread, he wears a brilliant, fearless smile. He raises his hand and knocks. The groan of aged hinges echoes as the heavy door swings open, revealing the vampire lord Poe. Silhouetted against the profound darkness within, his slender form is crowned by a small raccoon. He peers out into the night, his piercing eyes taking in the bold visitor.*