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This chilling reimagining of Dracula’s origins bridges historical fiction with gothic terror, redefining the boundaries of historical horror for a new generation.
Wallachia, 15th century: Vlad the Impaler’s battle against the Ottoman Empire gives rise to a horror beyond imagination. The First Vampire reveals the shocking origin of vampirism, born from a blood plague that transforms the battlefield into a breeding ground for the undead. Through the eyes of Vlad’s eldest son, Andrea, the novella explores the clash between dark magic, loyalty, and an ancient curse that will haunt humanity for generations.
Andy Biersack
Andy Biersack is a singer, songwriter, author, and actor best known as the founder and frontman of the acclaimed rock band Black Veil Brides. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Biersack developed a passion for music and storytelling at an early age, building a devoted global following through the band’s theatrical sound, ambitious visual identity, and elaborate mythology. Beyond his work as a musician, Biersack is a creator whose storytelling extends across multiple mediums. He co-created the Black Veil Brides universe and has contributed to the band’s comics and narrative projects, expanding the mythology behind their music.
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