Dracula (Marvel)
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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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Tomb of Dracula #1

Marvel • 1972 • Vol. 1
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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

Tomb of Dracula #2

Marvel • 1972 • Vol. 1
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2nd appearance of Dracula

Dracula Lives #1

Curtis • 1973 • Vol. 1
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Premiere issue of the 13 issue Magazine series by Curtis Comics (Marvel)

Dracula Lives #2

Curtis • 1973 • Vol. 1
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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

Dracula Lives #3

Curtis • 1973 • Vol. 1
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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

Frankenstein #8

Marvel • 1974 • Vol. 1
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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

Tomb of Dracula #18

Marvel • 1974 • Vol. 1
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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

Werewolf By Night #15

Marvel • 1974 • Vol. 1
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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

Giant-Size Chillers: Dracula #1

Marvel • 1974 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Lilith, the daughter of Dracula

Psycho Magazine #19

Skywald • 1974 • Vol. 1
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Origin of Dracula

Dracula Lives #10

Curtis • 1975 • Vol. 1
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First solo story featuring Lilith

Legion of Monsters #1

Marvel • 1975 • Vol. 1
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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

Tomb of Dracula #44

Marvel • 1976 • Vol. 1
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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)

Uncanny X-Men #159

Marvel • 1982 • Vol. 1
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Storm becomes a vampire after being bitten by Dracula

Doctor Strange #62

Marvel • 1983 • Vol. 2
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Battle of Doctor Strange versus Dracula

Blade: The Vampire Hunter #10

Marvel • 1995 • Vol. 1
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Scarce, final issue featuring a cover appearance by Dracula

Death of Dracula #1

Marvel • 2010 • Vol. 1
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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

X-Men #1

Marvel • 2010 • Vol. 3
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