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The folklore surrounding the television series stretched back over thousands of years, even though it only ran for approximately eight years. Initially, Damon and Stefan Salvatore appeared to be ancient vampires, being 178 and 171 years old respectively. However, as the story unfolded, it was revealed that there were vampires far older than these two brothers. Katherine, for instance, was nearly five times their age, and the arrival of the Originals demonstrated the existence of vampires who had been around since the dawn of time.

The Original Vampires were the ancestors who evolved into today’s common vampires, and they have been around since the 1st century. In “The Vampire Diaries,” age equated to strength, so these ancient vampires were exceptionally skilled and formidable in combat. They had centuries of battle experience, continually refined their abilities, and became even more powerful as they persisted through eternity. Consequently, some characters were over a century old and remained dangerous adversaries.

1473 saw the birth of Katherine in Bulgaria, where she belonged to the Traveler witch coven during her human years. She enjoyed a prosperous family life, but was cast out after having an illegitimate child. Her journey led her to England, where she crossed paths with Klaus, who aimed to eliminate her for her doppelganger blood, intending to awaken his hybrid nature. In a desperate bid to survive, Katherine cleverly manipulated Rose-Marie into transforming her into a vampire.

For Katherine, this moment marked a significant shift, leading her to become one of the notable figures. Relentlessly pursued by Klaus post-transformation, he not only tormented her but also brutally killed her entire family as retaliation. Katherine, a vampire for over five centuries, was later reverted back to a human by Elena against her will. Subsequently, she transformed into a Traveler once more and eventually became a spirit in Hell.

In the 1450s, Rose Marie and Trevor, two lifelong friends from England, found themselves in a peculiar situation. Rose Marie was transformed into a vampire by Mary Porter in 1472, and she, in turn, made Trevor her undead companion. Their paths eventually crossed with Klaus’ group, and Trevor developed feelings for Katherine. Unfortunately, Katherine manipulated them into turning her, leading Rose Marie and Trevor to spend their days evading danger.

In retrospect, it was evident that I, too, had been manipulated by Klaus, like Rose and Trevor, mere marionettes dancing to his capricious desires. However, when news of another Petrova doppelgänger surfaced, Rose and Trevor attempted to seize her, intending to present her to Klaus as a means of securing forgiveness. Regrettably, their scheme unraveled; Rose defected to Elena and Damon’s camp, ultimately meeting her end at the jaws of a werewolf. Elijah swiftly exacted retribution on Trevor by taking his life early in the conflict.

In “The Vampire Diaries,” Mary wasn’t a significant character, but her presence carried substantial importance within the series’ mythology. Elena and Damon pursued her to uncover who turned her into a vampire, as this information would help them determine their common sire lineage. Upon reaching her residence, they discovered Mary already staked to a wall. Known as one of the oldest surviving ordinary vampires, it was disclosed later that she had been sired by Klaus.

For six centuries, Mary had managed to live due to her old age and presumed power, but she couldn’t stand against Kol. Kol was a wild Original with no limits, and he fatally wounded Mary through the heart when he discovered that Elena and Damon were investigating sire lines. She was one of the earliest vampires that Klaus had created, which made her significant in TVD lore.

Similar to Mary Porter being one of Klaus’ initial progenitors, Sage was the initial vampire that Finn Mikaelson transformed when he became an Original. As a result, she possessed extraordinary physical power and was observed overpowering individuals who were significantly larger than herself in boxing matches during the late 1800s. Additionally, Sage was the first vampire to tutor Damon and instruct him on how to savor his prey and engage with it rather than merely consuming them as sustenance.

Damon’s transformation into a ruthless vampire was significantly shaped by her, as she played a substantial role in his development. Moreover, Sage possessed not only remarkable physical abilities but also an exceptional intellect, often outwitting Rebekah and Damon with her telepathic skills and strategic thinking when it came to obtaining the White Oak Stake. Beyond this, Sage harbored a profound affection for Finn, spending a considerable part of her life pining for him. Tragically, she lost her life upon his demise.

Following Henrik’s tragic encounter with werewolves that ended his mortal life, I found myself admiring Rebekah as she became the youngest Mikaelson sibling still alive. On the same autumn day in 1001, all the Originals were transformed, yet we were of varying human ages and maturity levels when Esther, our powerful mother, performed her spell. She harnessed her immense power, combined with the life-giving blood of a mysterious being, to bestow immortality upon her children and husband.

Rebekah was the eldest sister, adored by her brothers Elijah and Klaus, yet under their control, especially Klaus. He frequently meddled in her life and relationships, sometimes even putting a dagger in her if he felt like it. Despite being stuck in a teenage mindset, Rebekah was incredibly dangerous when she held a grudge, with the most notable example being causing Elena’s car accident to turn her into a vampire. She yearned for love and approval, but often resorted to vengeance instead.

As a cinephile, I’d put it this way: Being the third-born child of Mikael and Esther, I, Kol, have walked this Earth for more than a millennium, yet my spirit remains that of an impulsive teenager. My reputation precedes me as a violent and spiteful being, often feeling overlooked by my brothers. In the gripping tale of The Vampire Diaries, it was Jeremy and Elena who ended my existence, a blow not only to me but also to my entire sire line.

In the series “The Originals,” Kol made a comeback, gaining another chance at life – something uncommon among the Original family members. On numerous occasions, Kol had been daggered and imprisoned by his brother Klaus, straining their bond significantly. As a young Original with immense power, Kol often found himself making choices that raised eyebrows.

Among all the ancient beings, Klaus stood out as the strongest due to carrying the werewolf gene within him. Born from Esther and Ansel, not Mikael, this unique heritage allowed him to unleash his dormant wolf traits, transforming him into a hybrid possessing the abilities of both an Original vampire and a lycanthrope. His capabilities extended to breeding entire armies of hybrids and delivering lethal bites to other vampires.

Simultaneously, Klaus’ blood represented the sole remedy for a werewolf bite, giving him an extraordinary and unparalleled status. Throughout his life, Mikael pursued him relentlessly, as only he could control him – not being his son. Marked by a turbulent past, Klaus became both brutal and power-hungry, resorting to monstrous acts against humans and other vampires over countless centuries.

For quite some time, Elijah held grudges against Klaus due to his belief that their hybrid brother had murdered their other siblings. However, upon discovering they were merely daggered and still alive, Elijah switched allegiances and became Klaus’ trusted confidant. It was Esther who transformed Elijah in his youth, which bestowed upon him a touch more wisdom compared to the rest of his Original family members.

Elijah was distinguished by his polite behavior and refinement, a stark contrast to his other siblings. However, he was a man of his word, yet harbored an uncommon, aggressive nature that surfaced infrequently. Similar to Damon and Stefan, Elijah and Klaus found themselves entangled in love triangles with not one, but two women – Tatia and Katherine, who were both doppelgängers.

Besides Freya, who was unveiled in The Originals, Finn was the eldest member of the Mikaelson lineage. Born in Norway around 973 AD, he journeyed with Mikael and Esther to what is now Mystic Falls, which was then known as the New Kingdom. Like his siblings, he lived for over a thousand years, but had already been much older at the time of his transformation compared to them.

For 900 out of the 1000 years, Klaus confined Finn inside a coffin, denying him the pleasure of being an Original vampire. This prolonged imprisonment was particularly cruel towards Finn, who held a special bond with his mother, Esther. Upon Finn’s resurrection, he was prepared to give up his life to vanquish his siblings; however, he met a tragic end in Mystic Falls, being fatally staked. Interestingly, Finn reappeared in the series, The Originals.

As I reflect upon the captivating saga of “The Originals”, it’s evident that Mikael, unlike his children, transformed into an Original at an advanced stage of human life. This maturity translated into an extraordinary strength for him in his new form. His prowess as a human was amplified significantly when he ascended to become an Original.

Moreover, Mikael chose to sustain himself exclusively on vampire blood, abstaining from the need for human blood. Over time, this unique choice elevated him into a formidable force against his own kind – a powerful vampire hunter.

He deeply despised his offspring, particularly Klaus, viewing them as a monstrous affront, and swore to wipe out every last one of them completely. He traveled far and wide, exterminating as many vampires as he encountered along the way. Mikael was a terrifying being, and merely hearing his name sent chills down Klaus’ spine. Known as the oldest vampire ever to have walked on Earth, his mere presence instilled terror in all who heard of him. To ensure safety, Abby had to reduce him to dust.

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2025-05-25 04:23