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