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Who Is Varney The Vampire? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Varney The Vampire (In the Public Domain): A Vampire who dates back before even Dracula.

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Varney The Vampire is a In the Public Domain comic book character, the alter ego of Mortimer, with over 15 comic issue appearances. A Vampire who dates back before even Dracula.

Who is Varney The Vampire?

Literary History Varney the Vampyre or the Feast of Blood was written by James Malcolm Rymer in 1841 Character History The First Story Sir Francis Varney kills his own son and is turned into a vampire for his crime. When he is unable to find a cure, he takes his own life by throwing himself into a live volcano.

Key facts

Varney The Vampire is of human origin and first appeared in "Dracula's Vampire Legion / Beware...The Beasts!". The character is published by In the Public Domain. With 15 recorded issue appearances, Varney The Vampire ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Varney The Vampire?

A Vampire who dates back before even Dracula.

What is Varney The Vampire's real name?

Varney The Vampire's real identity is Mortimer.

When did Varney The Vampire first appear?

Varney The Vampire first appeared in "Dracula's Vampire Legion / Beware...The Beasts!".

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