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Creation & Design

Frank Drake was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Gene Colan as part of the 'Tomb of Dracula' series, which sought to explore the horror genre within the superhero comic framework.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a descendant of Dracula, Frank Drake struggled with his heritage while becoming a vampire hunter. His character was developed through various encounters with Dracula and other supernatural beings.

Character Development

Over the years, Frank Drake has evolved from a reluctant vampire hunter to a seasoned warrior, grappling with his identity and the weight of his ancestry while forming alliances with other supernatural heroes.

Cultural Reception

Frank Drake has been well-received as a character who embodies the classic horror tropes within the superhero genre, appealing to fans of both comics and horror.

Character Details

Real Name:
Frank Drake
First Appearance:
Tomb of Dracula #1
Aliases:
Dracula's Descendant, Vampire Hunter
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Blade, The Nightstalkers, The Tomb of Dracula
Abilities:
Vampire hunting, Expert marksman, Hand-to-hand combat
Equipment:
Vampire hunting gear, Crossbows, Garlic
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Tomb of Dracula #1
Marvel ⋅ 1972
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Tomb of Dracula #1
 
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Key Facts

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

[April 2023 - if speculation is accurate that Mia Goth will portray Lilith Drake, the daughter of Dracula, chances are her father will be a part of her origin]

Doctor Strange #61
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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Doctor Strange #61
 
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Origin of vampires and how they are linked to the Darkhold

First meeting of Doctor Strange and Blade

First team-up of Blade, Hannibal King and Frank Drake who would later form Borderline Investigations aka the Nightstalkers

Doctor Strange #67
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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Doctor Strange #67
 
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1st official team appearance of Blade, Hannibal King and Frank Drake who would later form Borderline Investigations aka Nightstalkers

Ghost Rider #28
Marvel ⋅ 1992
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Ghost Rider #28
 
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1st cameo team appearance of The Nine aka the Midnight Sons: Ghost Rider (Ketch), Johnny Blaze, Morbius, Blade, Hannibal King, Frank Drake, Sam Buchanan, Victoria Montesi, Louise Hastings

1st appearance of the Caretaker

1st appearance of Lilith, mother of demons

1st appearance of Meatmarket, offspring of Lilith

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[July 2021 - reports that Marvel registered the LLC, Richmond Street Productions for a streaming series leading speculators to believe that it is a reference to the location of the cemetery where Dan Ketch was resurrected as the Ghost Rider / July 2022 - Midnight Sons was trademarked by Marvel along with other titles that are proven to be official / May 2023 - Mia Goth confirmed to portray Lilith in Blade]

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