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Creation & Design

Varnae was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Gene Colan as part of the Tomb of Dracula series, representing a powerful vampire lord.

Early Years

Varnae was introduced as one of the ancient vampires, serving as a rival to Dracula and embodying the classic traits of vampire lore.

Character Development

Over the years, Varnae has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with a rich backstory, exploring themes of power, immortality, and redemption.

Cultural Reception

Varnae has been well-received by fans of horror comics, often praised for his depth and the classic vampire archetype he represents.

Character Details

Real Name:
Varnae
First Appearance:
Bizarre Adventures #33
Aliases:
Vampire Lord, Lord of the Vampires
Species:
Vampire
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Dracula, The Legion of Monsters
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Immortality, Hypnotism, Flight
Equipment:
Vampiric powers, Dark magic
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
black

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Bizarre Adventures #33
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Bizarre Adventures #33
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Varnae, the first vampire to walk the Earth

Conan the Barbarian #245
Marvel ⋅ 1991
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Conan the Barbarian #245
 
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Origin of Varnae, the Lord of Vampires prior to Dracula, brought into existence by humans using the scrolls of Chthon that were later bound together to become the Darkhold

Origin of vampires in the Marvel Universe

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