![]() Elizabeth Báthory (1560-1614) Portrait of Countess Elizabeth Báthory (c. Was Vlad a real vampire? Although that can’t be proven, as a warrior, he definitely had a thirst for blood. He was raised surrounded by combat and carnage and became infamous for impaling his enemies on stakes. Both glorified and vilified in his time, he was part of a militant fraternity called Order of the Dragon. ![]() Although there is no concrete evidence, it’s possible that Vlad III Tepes was the inspiration behind Bram Stoker’s renowned horror novel “Dracula.” Vlad, prince of Walachia, was born in Transylvania, Romania, a region synonymous with vampire folklore. Many popular vampire legends we know today began from the mysteries surrounding this man. Vlad Dracula (1431-1476) Portrait of Vlad III Dracula (c. Here they are presented in chronological order. Following is a list of 10 that, in my opinion, have been influential in shaping the vampire image in both history and pop culture. So, I thought, why not share with you some of the vampires with whom I have fallen in love over the years. They’ve been presented in many lights, from ghastly to charming, cruel to caring, repellant to sexy. Although they have a voracious appetite for human blood, we mortals cannot help but be entranced. They exude mystery and possess multifaceted natures. Although my initial introduction to these figures was Sesame Street’s Count von Count, it was Anne Rice’s The Vampire Chronicles that had me spellbound by these undead creatures. I’ll admit my fascination borders on obsession. Some of you may have suspected by my website name, Vamp Jenn’s Corner, that I’m fascinated with vampires.
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