Did Vampire Hunter D Inspire Alucard? Exploring the Influences on Castlevania’s Iconic Antihero
Introduction The world of gothic horror and darkish fantasy is full of fascinating characters, and among the many most enduring are the enigmatic vampire hunters who straddle the road between humanity and darkness. Two figures stand out prominently on this realm: Vampire Hunter D, the stoic dhampir from Hideyuki Kikuchi’s novels and anime, and Alucard,…
