The Vampire Clan is a secret clan in the legends of human civilization. Their appearance is always accompanied by shadows and fear, as well as the screams of children and the smell of blood. No one knows whether they really exist. It’s like they don’t exist.
People know whether those ridiculous stories about werewolves and vampires falling in love and killing each other that dramatists concocted actually happened.
However, human vampires really hate werewolves, because their keen sense of smell can always catch well-hidden vampires out of the crowd and beat them up.
Of course, other times, vampire addicts who want to try something new will take the initiative to provoke werewolves.
In short, the love and hatred between these two races has probably spread across the stars and dimensions, and is played out in every fantasy world.
In Azeroth, legends about vampires have begun to spread long before Emperor Thoradin unified the Arathor Empire. According to the textual description in the book "Walking with Vampires" by archaeologist Brian, the original vampire
, it may be that some Vrykul infected with the Curse of Flesh caused them to start eating blood due to changes in their bodies.
This conjecture has been proven in a certain ruins in Stormheim in the Broken Islands. It is said that a few months ago, a sleeping Vrykul Blood Lord was unearthed there. Now the unlucky guy has been nailed to a birch tree.
The cross was tied up with chains made of holy silver, and then sealed in the Archaeological Museum of Mithril Castle for people to view.
However, in the first 2800 years of human civilization, except for the ravings of some madmen, the ancestors of mankind have not yet been able to prove the existence of vampires. But 10 years after the Dark Portal, everyone in Azeroth
Everyone knows that the vampires really exist, and after more than ten years of development, they have become an indispensable part of human civilization.
Although the empire does not officially recognize the existence of vampires in Kalimdor to avoid causing panic to the people, in the federal-controlled areas of the eastern continent, the vampires are already an independent civilization, regardless of whether the previous race was an elf, a dwarf, or a human.
, after accepting the first embrace of blood, they had a new race and identity.
However, the Vampires have always adhered to the principle of seclusion, and they all have the ability to disguise their appearance. The federal government does not force the Vampires to show their identity in a bright and upright manner. Therefore, unless they take the initiative to expose themselves, ordinary people living with them are completely invisible.
It is impossible to distinguish these beings that feed on blood.
On the Empire side, the activities of vampires are more meticulous and dark. They live in human civilization, but they are completely different worlds from ordinary people. To be precise, the Empire vampires were born at the same time as the current one.
The living conditions are more in line with the image of vampires in fantasy legends.
The origin of the Empire's vampires is an organization called the Syndicate. It has long since disappeared in the torrent of history, but the vampires born from it have survived. There were four human vampires who initially accepted the inheritance of the Dark Blade's Sarain.
They are all exiled nobles from the Kingdom of Alterac. They gathered together and tried to rebuild Alterac. However, after receiving the blessing of blood, this "short-sighted" ideal was abandoned. The four first generation vampires agreed to
They have set a bigger goal, they want to establish their own dark dynasty in the shadow of human civilization!
But now, they are only one step away from success.
Count Alex Barov, an old nobleman who is said to have died, is currently entertaining his "brothers" from afar in his manor. The relationship between them is not good, but old Barov
Husbands and wives must treat each other with courtesy, because this is a meeting between two big bosses in the human vampire clan. Whether it is based on each other's identities or the "ancient etiquette" that the vampire clan stubbornly adheres to, old Barov cannot be allowed to take things lightly.
The old Count Barov is almost over 90 years old, but judging from his appearance, he is even younger than his youngest son Carlos Barov. He is wearing a fitted and classic dark red noble robe.
The black hair is neatly combed, wearing a bow tie, and three rings with different meanings on his fingers. On that handsome face, there is a pair of blood-colored eyes, which makes the Blood Earl look full of energy.
A kind of graceful temperament.
Although he looks very young, every move of the old Barov is in line with the manners of the ancient nobles. In fact, the history of the Barov family can be traced back to the period of Emperor Thoradin, and even further forward.
In the barbaric era, when the Kingdom of Alterac still existed, the Barov family was one of the top ancient families in the entire human civilization. In terms of family history and inheritance, Barov was qualified to despise several of the current young kings.
As well as 99% of the nobles in the entire empire, they are qualified to call others the real "nouveau riche" and "bumpkin".
In this living room decorated like a royal court of high elves, opposite the silent old Barov, sat a young man wearing a black hunting suit. He also had neatly combed hair.
He has long black hair and red eyes, but compared to the grace of the old Barov, this young man's temperament is more wild, freer and sharper.
Just from his slightly open chest, slightly messy black and white shirt and the long sword on his waist, it can be seen that he and old Barov are not from the same place.
"Tell me, Auriden, what news do you bring?"
Old Barov was holding his cane with both hands. The top of the gorgeous cane was carved into the shape of a vulture's head. It looked a bit evil, but it also made Old Barov's boss temperament unmistakable.
He looked at Auriden Perenold, another of the three current elders of the Empire's vampires. He was also one of the first generations of vampires who accepted the blood inheritance of Sarain with Barov, and was the first generation of human vampires.
They were sent back to the empire to lurk by Lord Tyrion. During these ten years, in addition to enjoying the eternal life, these vampires also worked conscientiously to provide the Dark Blade with everything they needed.
The vampires know very well where their power comes from, and they also know very well the price they will pay for disobeying the Lord of the Souls. Compared with the trivial things that the great lord asked for, the benevolent "ancestor" gave the vampires
Ours is obviously much more generous.
Yes, all the blood inheritances currently circulating in Azeroth, whether they are human vampires, elves Salayin, or rare dwarf vampires, etc., the source of all these inheritances comes from the first blood of Azeroth.
Sarain is the high lord Tyrion. Therefore, in the vampire civilization, the high lord will also be called the "ancestor", or even more exaggeratedly, some fanatical vampires will call Tyrion.
As the "Supreme Supreme".
This title represents the loyalty and awe of the vampires to the great lord, even if they have never actually seen the powerful ancestor.
Facing Old Barov's inquiry, Auriden Perenold, the last blood descendant of the extinct Kingdom of Alterac, straightened his body and whispered in a magnetic and deep voice:
"Three days ago, I met Ms. Nasa again. You may not have forgotten that it was she who brought us the source of inheritance, the bright blood gem that contains endless hope and future."
"Yes, I have never forgotten that lady."
Old Barov nodded, he touched his handsome and young cheek with some emotion, and said:
"Every day, when I wake up in the annoying sunshine, I feel that this is a dream, but it is not. The lady in the shadow opens a new world for us. Every day, I sincerely thank her
, and also thank you for the decision I made back then. So, Ms. Nasa gave you an order from the Supreme Being?"
"Yes."
Auriden picked up the fine blood wine in front of him, put it under his nose and sniffed it, then took a sip of the wine and said to the same kind in front of him:
"That is the true order from the ancestor. The ancestor told me that he and the entire Dark Blade are about to leave the world of the living, and we, the people with the purest blood inheritance, will continue to stay in this world. The ancestor has given us a mission, as long as
When we fulfill and abide by that mission, we will receive the last and most generous gift from our first parents.”
Oridon glanced at Old Barov. He didn't tell the truth, but revealed the answer:
"Freedom! True freedom!"
"Shua"
Old Barov's eyes widened at this moment. He looked at Oridon. After confirming that this guy was not joking, his voice remained steady, but the hand holding the cane trembled slightly, indicating that he was at this moment.
In agitated mood, the old count said:
"you mean"
"We will no longer be vassals of the Dark Blade or other forces. We can keep everything we have and become our own masters without orders, tasks, or shackles!"
There was also a trace of unconcealable joy and happiness in Oridon's voice. He spread his hands and said to the old Barov in front of him:
"We decide the lives of ourselves and our descendants, and we control everything ourselves! Yes, freedom!"
"We no longer need to worry about losing everything with an order from our ancestors, and we no longer need to worry about being treated as outcasts and disappearing silently into this increasingly better world, just like we did in the Federation.
As compatriots, we will also have the power to walk under the sun, and you have not forgotten the dark dynasty we swore to establish back then, right? Alex, an empire that lasts forever in the shadows, is our highest long-cherished wish!"
"Of course I didn't forget it!"
Old Barov snorted, a glimmer of light flashed in his blood-red eyes, and he said:
"But it's just you and me here. Where's Faculest? Is he still indulging in his stupid pirate dream? Has he also received this order?"
"certainly."
Auriden also had a vague disdainful smile on his face. He held the wine glass and said to old Barov:
"Also, don't belittle our compatriots so much. Faculest is also a member of the Three-person Presbyterian Church. Although he chose a rude and bleak future in eternal life, I heard that the people under his command
Vampire pirates, the recent scene in the South China Sea has been huge. The Dark Blade is leaving this world, which means that the Sea Demon King will also leave."
"Our brother Faculest seems to have the idea of becoming the second Sea Demon. I have to say that it sounds interesting. Don't worry, Alex, I have already discussed this issue with him.
, Although Faculest is a little rude, he is also a smart man and he knows how to choose!"
"Um."
Old Count Barov nodded, his fingers beating on his cane, and he looked at Auriden:
"So, the most important question is, what do we have to pay for this hard-won freedom? Or to use an old-school sentence, what is the price?"
"this!"
Auriden took out a scroll from his clothes and handed it to Old Barov. The latter took it in his hand and frowned after just one glance.
"Varian? We want to support Varian to become emperor? This"
"how?"
Oridon leaned on the luxurious sofa, crossed his legs, looked at Barov with a playful expression, and said:
"Aren't you willing to obey the orders of the ancestors?"
"No no no!"
Old Barov shook his head:
"I will not disobey the will of the Supreme Being. I just feel that fate is a little unpredictable."
The old nobleman put the scroll aside and said to Auriden with some regret:
"I have just given instructions to my two sons to agree to the request of the nobles who are trying to resist Varian. They want to ask the Barov family to come forward and lead them to resist the bad future of Varian becoming the emperor. They
They are afraid of the Blood King's methods, and they are afraid of losing everything. The shadow of panic almost drives them crazy."
"They want to be attached to my family, and they will do anything to ensure the survival of their family. You see, I have promised to help them, and I have received a deposit. That is a huge amount of wealth. A sum that allows me to be like this
Everyone will feel sorry for the wealth."
"Hahaha, what a pity."
After hearing Barov's explanation, Oridon felt as if he had heard the biggest joke. He laughed so hard that he laughed and said:
"Then I can only wish them smooth sailing on the road to hell. Oh, or will you continue to help them? That is a lot of wealth after all."
"Of course, of course I will help them!"
Old Count Barov also raised his wine glass. Under the dim light, the bright red wine reflected an unknown light. The vampire elder said calmly:
"I will help them, squeeze out the last bit of wealth from their pockets, and then I will send them to hell with my own hands! Of course, I will pay for the funeral expenses."
"This is the will of the Supreme Being! It is a will that cannot be violated. In the face of our promised freedom, they are a group of cowardly, greedy and vicious stupid living beings."