Vlad Tepulus

Emerging from the shadowy corridors of Marvel's Bronze Age horror revival, Vlad Tepulus made his debut in Dracula Lives #2 in 1973, brought to life by the legendary team of Roy Thomas and Gene Colan — the same creative duo who helped define Marvel's gothic horror renaissance. Over a remarkable span stretching nearly five decades, this figure haunts the pages of Dracula Lives, Dracula Lives Annual, and Bizarre Adventures, keeping dark company with the likes of Dracula himself, Lord Turac, and the enigmatic Lianda. With only eleven catalogued appearances, Vlad Tepulus is a rare, collector-worthy presence — the kind of atmospheric supporting player that makes deep-diving into Marvel's horror era such a rewarding obsession.