*hovers in* <br> I have awakened from a long slumber. Is there anywhere I can find some blood? I require it to strengthen up

*appears behind Laharl, slashing his sword at his back* You see, me and Lord Sterling are old acquaintances. And I will not tolerate any disturbances towards him and his family.

Really, well in that case, let's ensure nothing blows out of proportion here. *Alucard's body begins to glow. A tremendous amount of energy builds up, however, he does not move*

My mother was a human, so I am a Dhampir. I possess some of my father's powers, but was against his ideals. Like him I can turn into a wolf, a bat, even assume the form of a thick mist, and yes, blood does restore my strength, though I do not rely on such means.

Interesting. Can I call you Mask for short?

*To Urumi* You seem like an interesting bunch. These are your friends, yes? Kotori and Haruko? They seem like nice humans.

*To Haruko* Hello young one. I apologize, to both of you for my sudden intrusion, but this place really struck my interest. I do hope I am not a bother.<div class='edited'>(edited by Adrian_Tepes)</div>

It's anything but. In fact it's rather lonely but I do feel like I deserve the solitude. I am of a cursed bloodline...

You and I are the same. I just wandered here and noticed the garden, the bit of life I could see for miles. Are you wandering too?

I'm glad they help. I've been wandering the world for quite some time now and came across these in a far away plain. I haven't introduced myself. My name Adrian Fahrenheit Tepes. But like most people, you may call me Alucard.