#Alucard x Maria

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Slumber

[blackhakumen]

Mini Fanfic #786: King Dad (Super Smash Bros Ultimate)

4:12 p.m. at Smash Mansion's Dining Hall.......

Ludwig: (Sighs While Watching his Father and All of his Siblings Joyfully Spending Time With One Another From a Distance)

?????: Ludwig?

Ludwig's eyes suddenly begins to widened as he quickly turns to see that it was none other than his two mentors, Alucard and Maria, standing behind him.

Ludwig: ('Sighs in a Bit of Relief') Oh.... It's only you two....I take it you were only passing by before?

Alucard: Somewhat. We just happened to notice that you've been staring at your family for a few minutes now.

Maria: (Frowns a Bit in Worry) Is everything okay, dear? Why aren't you spending time with them?

Ludwig: I just wanted my siblings to have a chance to spend time with father, since it's Father's Day and whatnot. That and....(Sighs While Frowning a Little Himself) Our relationship with one another hasn't really been the closet throughout the years.....

Maria: What makes you think that?

Ludwig: Well, for starters, my father was frequently busy in my younger years. Whether it's trying to orchestrate a plan reign supreme and kidnap the princess, command our army and troops, or simply keep my younger siblings out of trouble of any kind. Doesn't help the fact that he gave my role of "Second in Command" to Junior once he came into the picture. Granted, I was able to get over the petty jealousy I had of him afterwards, our relationship as father and son hasn't really changed in the scheme of things........('Sigh') I know I'm the oldest and.... probably not as fun or amusing compared to all of my siblings.....But I still wish that father and I would spend time together more often...But that's only if he actually wants to spend time with me however....

Alucard: Ah. Yes. I understand that feeling far too well. The only time father and I have a bonding moment with one another was when we fought each other to the bitter death. Even that alone felt hollow and depressing considering the outcome of all of it afterwards.

Maria: I have a distant relationship with my father as well. (Frowns a bit Sadly) But that was only because he passed away when I was a lot younger......

Ludwig: (Frowns Sadly as Well) Oh no..... I am so sorry for your loss, Ms. Maria.

Maria: (Gives Ludwig a Reassuring Smile) Don't be, dear. Despite the tragedy that occurred, I'm certain that my father lived a great live before then. And I am more certain that your father would be more than happy to spend time with you if you would just ask him.

Alucard: Maria's right, Ludwig. While I think his role of being a villain is questionable, we can tell that your father cares deeply about you and your siblings equally. Which is all the more reasons why you should take every opportunity to spend as much time with him before it unexpectedly vanish.

Ludwig: Yes. You're right. It wouldn't do myself any good if I keep worrying about this dilemma at hand....(Smiles a Little) I'll try and spend the rest of the day with father as soon as the others are finish with him. (Looks Back at his Family From a Distance) Though, knowing all them, it'll probably take a while for that to happen.....

Alucard: Very well. It seems we'll have to make time for ourselves until then.

Ludwig: (Turns Back to Alucard With a Bit of Surprised Look on his Face) You two want to spend time with me at this moment?

Alucard: Why, of course. (Gives his Apprentice a Playful Smirk on his Face) You didn't think we would actually let you sit here alone and wait for the opportunity to rise, now do you?

Maria: (Smiles Brightly) We should go out and seek some refreshing ice cream.

Alucard: If we could remember where it is this time.

Ludwig: (Gives the Couple a Deadpinned Look on his Face) You've already forgotten where it is?

Maria: (Smiles Sheepishly and Sympathetically) We're terribly sorry, dear. It's been so long that we've gone there that it never crosses our minds until now. Alucard especially.

Alucard: (Turns Away While Blushing a Little) I don't have the slightest clue of what you're talking about.....

Maria: (Giggles Softly at How Cute her Vampire his Being)

Ludwig: ('Sigh') I'll bring a GPS with us.....

Two Hours Later in the Living Room.....

Ludwig: (Sighs Once More While Sitting Down on the Sofa) Home at last.....

Bowser: (Smiles Brightly at Ludwig Beside Him) Hey, kiddo. Where you been all day?

Ludwig: Around town. I was taking my mentors out for ice cream.

Bowser: The vampire couple, huh? They already forget where it was?

Ludwig: Afraid so. It was mostly the reason why I came back here in this time of hour. (Turns His Head to the TV Facing Him) What are you watching?

Bowser: Some reality show called Big Brother.

Ludwig: Didn't think you would be interested in that kind of genre.....

Bowser: I ain't. (Smirks Evilly at the Screen) But seeing idiots being stupid and melodramatic on live television can be pretty damn funny at times.

Ludwig: I see.....(Turns Back to Bowser) You don't mind if I watch this with you, right?

Bowser: (Smiles Brightly at his Son) Not at all, man. Enjoy the show.

Ludwig: (Simply Nodded) Thank you.

Ludwig turns back to the TV for a couple of seconds before.....

Bowser: Oh and.... Ludwig?

Ludwig: (Turns Back to Bowser Once Again) Yes, father?

Bowser: (Frowns a Bit While Looking at the TV) I know I can be lazy, forgetful, and...even inconsiderate sometimes, but.....(Turns Back to his Son) If you ever wanna spend some one on one time with your old man sometimes, don't be afraid to ask, okay? I'll do whatever I can to make time for the both for us.

Ludwig: (Stares at Bowser for a Brief Second Before Nodding Again in Agreement) I'll be sure to keep that in mind for now on. (Smiles Softly) Thank you.

Bowser: (Smiles Back at Ludwig While Gently Ruffling the Top of His Hair) You don't need to thank me for all of that. I'm always here for you kiddos! I love you, son.

Ludwig: (Heart Begins to Melt in Happiness by his Father's Words) I love you too, father.

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[darkspellmaster]

Being completely honest here.

I can't wait for this dork

To smile like that while looking at this dork

Who is happy to smile back and the two end up producing the line that leads to this dork

Who eventually has these two dorks as daughters.

Note: Blonde girl in green I'd Maria Renard as an adult from Symphony of the night.

The boy is a younger form of Eric Lecade from castlevania Judgement, he's originality from castlevania bloodlines and wheilds the spear of Alucade as his family weapon and can do magic.

The two girls are Stella and Loretta Lecarde, daughters of Eric, from portrait of ruin who are hunters like their dad, use magic and,yes can us Alucards spear.

[belmontwannabe]

Me:

[e-b-crow]

Done in one day! OMG I was in the Art Zone! This was a real challenge for me because of the deep shadows I wanted to create. (I didn't really reach what I wanted but I'm still happy with the end result)

#watercolorartist #watercolor #watercolorpainting #vampire #vampireart #vampirebride #vampirebite #fantasyart #fantasyartist #gothicart #gothic #vampireinshadow

[demigoddessqueens]

Waiting for Castlevania Nocturne, while also thinking the idea of a potential crossover with Assassin’s Creed given the French Revolution timeline

[antichapel]

Castlevania icons pt. 1

pt. 2

pride icons

[megahorous]

Finally got around to completing Castlevania:  Symphony of the Night !  

-- It was the main reason I got PSP back in the day, having been on a Castlevania kick at the time.  Interesting to see an early{?} example of this type of game

-- Dracula’s kinda like Hao Asakura from Shaman King; losing a wife/mother to humans and getting tired of humanity’s antics.....reincarnating every few centuries or so....being the Final Boss of a Konami game....

-- Alucard’s going to be lonely because there are no maidens of his age...oh, I guess that’s why they turn them into vampires.  What a sad story !

-- I liked the Clock Tower music the best

-- I liked how the Introverted Castle had the Castlevania 1 bosses.....and Beelzebub.  One of These Things is Not Like the Other.  I saw a picture of him long ago and thought he was kinda gross.  Well, what can you do

-- I never really learned how to dodge Dracula’s attacks...my friend suggested grinding the Guardians who are close to the save point outside his room, so I got just strong enough to outlast him

-- Speaking of which, I didn’t notice anywhere to buy potions in the Upside-Down Castle; that could’ve been useful

[1-800iamhispanic]

Sypha looked at Maria. There was an exchange of understanding in each other's eyes and then it was gone. "I never did anything to become a leader. I never intended to dictate or rule over anyone."

Maria looked around at the small village. People were scarce but they kept busy. Everyone contributed in some way. "That's why they admire you and why they listen. You aren't a leader who was made for them, Sypha. You were chosen by them."

"I think I may be spending too much time with Trevor. He seems to be transmitting his anxiety of crowds onto me."

The women chuckled and Maria shrugged. "That would explain why he leaves the premises every day."

Sypha's brows curved, creating a line to form between them. "No, Trevor leaves every third day to hunt. He's in the cas-" her voice began to trail off. IDIOT! She thought, HOW COULD YOU HAVE BELIEVED HIM.

"How long?" Sypha asked. Her eyes wore no expression, her features were sharp to perfection. Even Maria could feel the coldness of Sypha's words. "I suppose a few weeks now, since-"

"No." Sypha cut her off. "How long since you saw him leave today?"

Maria glanced around her shoulders, her neck reaching high in search of someone or something. "It's been a while now, I don't think he's returned."

"I want a number," Sypha demanded.

"Six maybe seven hours ago!" Maria frowned suddenly very annoyed. She wasn't liking this tone Sypha was giving her. Suddenly Sypha's eyes glistened. They sparked to life just as Maria was about to try and calm her down.

"Something's not right. He would never be out this long, and not this frequent. He's lied, left, and he's taken Alucard! That bastard!"

"This is Belmont we're talking about," Maria said as if that explained everything. Sypha glared at Maria. "I don't think you know him well enough to make that statement. It's because he is a Belmont that him not being here is a sign of danger. A sign that we should take precautions."

Maria's attitude suddenly changed. Her posture straightened and her eyes looked away from Sypha's. She was listening now.

"You'll need to gather the people. Set a perimeter, small enough to keep an eye on everyone, but not small enough that they suspect danger. Causing panic right now would be chaotic. If there is anything out there, I'm sure we'll know soon enough."

Maria nodded she began to give orders to the nearest villagers to work on objects closer within the Castle's entrance. She turned to ask Sypha what HER plan was, but Sypha was gone by then.

To hell with him. It isn't enough that he defeated Death, now he wants to go defeat whatever is out there. Why didn't he just tell me, she thought.

She was heading out, further from the castle to bring any villagers closer. If anyone was left out alone, they might not return.

"I'm telling you right now Treffor, don't you ever keep anything from me," she whispered to her unborn child.

"Your father is going to hear from me. You'll be the witness. I CAN handle-," Sypha stood still in her path. She heard branches snapping.

The wind suddenly changed direction and she felt a strong presence approaching. She planted her feet firmly on the ground and stared into the endless forest. No motion yet, but whoever it was, was getting nearer. She lifted her hands, her power already eager to be used. Her magic glistened like embers, illuminating her face.

She was ready for whatever came next.

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Mini Fanfic #338: Alucard Thoughts on Castlevania Season 3 (Super Smash Bros Ultimate)

Alucard: Well.....That was another Emotional reimagining I had experience today.

Maria: (Hugs Alucard Supportively) You been through a lot these past centuries, haven't you?

Alucard: I believe so, my dear. (Turns to Ludwig a bit Sadly) I am sorry had to see all of this, Ludwig.

Ludwig: (Shook his head) No need for apologies at all, Mr. Alucard. (Frowns Sadly) I'm sorry you had to experience all of this. Even after your emotional breakdown from the last season.

Alucard: Yes.......('Sigh') Things didn't go well for me during those times. No matter how hard I tried to endure. (Look Away with a bit of Anger...and Grief in his eyes as he mutters to himself) And here I thought I would see these two as my companions..... friends even......I guess not even Hopeful Thinking was enough to ease my pain.....

Maria: (Gently Holds Alucard's Hand) Alucard.

Alucard: (Turns back to Maria) Yes?

Maria: (Gives Alucard the most Serious yet Caring look she could give him) Do you remember what we told you? About how you're never alone anymore? (Squeezes Alucard's hand a bit tighter) About how much love and care for you?

Alucard: Every word. (Slowly Smiles Softly) And I wouldn't have it any other way honestly.

Maria: (Smiles Softly) Alucard.....(Hugs Alucard once more)

Alucard: (Chuckles Lightly as he hugs Maria back) There's really no need to worry, Maria. I actually don't feel like crying this this.

Maria: I know....I still wanna hug you~ To show how much I care~ (Kiss Alucard's Cheek)

Alucard: You're adorable nature has no bounds.

Maria: (Giggles Softly) Very true, dear~

Ludwig: Mr. Alucard sir.

Alucard: (Turns back to Ludwig) Yes, Ludwig?

Ludwig: (Looking away while rubbing the back of his hair Back and Forth) I just want to let you know that.....('Ahem') I wouldn't mind considering you as my one of my friends........ (Blushes a Little) I-I mean, granted, I understand that I am nothing more to you than your apprentice-

Alucard: Ludwig.

Ludwig: Yes, sir?

Alucard: While it is true that you are my apprentice for the time being.....(Smiles Softly) I believe that you mean more to me than that title alone. So yes. I would be honored to be your friend

Ludwig: Really now?

Alucard: (Simply Nodded)

Maria: ('Gasps') Luddy! Do you see me as one of your friends too?

Ludwig: (Shrugged) I'd say so, Ms. Maria-(Pulled into a Group Hug by a Very Happy Maria)

Maria: (Hugs both Alucard and Ludwig happily) I'm so happy and honored.

Ludwig: ('Sigh') Must you pull into a hug like this, Ms. Maria?

Maria: I couldn't help myself, Luddy. It made me so happy to hear you considered me and Alucard as your friends.

Ludwig: Yes well.... Could you refrain from calling me "Luddy"? It's a terrible nickname at best.

Maria: No it's not! It's adorable and precious and it suits you very well!

Ludwig: (Rolled his eyes) It really doesn't....

Maria: Yes it does!!!

Alucard: (Smiles a Little while watching Both Maria and Ludwig Bickering) (You know..... It's moments like this that actually made me glad I woke up from my slumber. There were a lot obstacles and challenges I had to get through... mostly on the emotional level, sure. But at least it's somewhat worth in the end.)

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[darkspellmaster]

Castlevania Nocturne, Story theories based on the lines from the Teaser trailer.

Now as for the story beats from these lines….

I’ve been thinking over the lines that they chose for this trailer, and clearly not all of these are connected and with good reason, since they could be pulled from any place in the voice acting script. However that doesn’t mean these lines don’t hold some information about what’s going on in the story and where our story-lines can and will go. I’ve broken them into groups to make them easier to talk about.

"Don't Listen to her Richter."

"I have no choice."

"There's always a choice."

As mentioned in the other post I made about the dialogue, the voice of the first person talking is an older male. Now again this can be pulled at any point in the story but the fact that the lines seem to indicate a familiarity with Richter and that they’re commanding him honestly leads me to think that these lines can be maybe from the same person but with different associations to a situation.

The first line indicates that the person talking is giving a command to Richter. To not listen, and who not to listen to is her, and we don’t know who “Her” is based on the line. But I have some theories of this line. When we look at it coupled to the second line by our first female voice in this trailer, we get a different picture. Our first female voice tells us that she has no choice, but no choice in what? The tone expresses a sense of calm, almost like this is their fate, they have to do this. It’s a polite voice, one that is direct and to the point.

Following this there is the same first man explaining that there’s always a choice, it’s in the same tone of voice as the first. Which makes me think the two are linked but is the woman in the middle also linked?

So going based on what I hear from this, and what I know of the games plot line, and again this is only guesses on my part there’s some theories that emerge from this.

First theory is that this is taking place early in the tv show, and namely the opening moments. The reason why comes down to story-lines in the game. Richter’s small choices, can change over how the story goes. If you take too long to rescue Annette for example she is turned into a vampire by Dracula. Your actions to find these women in the castle are a key factor in what ending you get and who you save and by making choices you change the outcome of the story to the true ending of the game.

In this case the male character is warning Richter that one always has a choice to what one is doing, thus the Don’t listen to her Richter line, however the I have no choice could also tie closely into the aspects of the time period. During the revolution many ended up giving up people in order to protect themselves or loved ones. It was a major plot point in the book the Scarlet Pimpernel, where in the lead’s love interest and wife, had to give up information to save the life of her brother. So there’s a conflict that’s going on here with the two characters.

The man is telling Richter not to listen to this woman, who claims she has no choice in what she is doing, and that she could choose to do something different. Now to me, because the woman is not using Richter’s name, and is so calm I do think this sequence of dialogue could be coming from the Black Mass moment at the start of the game.

In this we meet a sacrificial Maiden, who is a girl abducted from the village where this Mass is taking place. We have no idea of the time period between this and the attack of the village of Aljiba, which is where most of the story starts. In the game there’s little to know about this girl, only that she is killed to wake Dracula by her blood being poured into the coffin which she is laying on.

However given that they will have to expand the story, I feel like this could lead to a few moments which will come back to play a part in how Richter does things in the show. For example, Shaft is the leader of the Dracula cult, and in the game there’s not a lot known about the man. He is, for all aspects, a kind of generic second boss. But it’s clear that he can easily be from the group that Issac had created at the end of the first series. Meaning that Shaft could potentially be connected to that aspect of the story and give us more of what happened to Issac and what happened to his plans, if they decide to go with that.

As such the dialogue could be connected to the idea that Richter, plus whomever comes with him, could be called in to deal with a missing girl in another town. This again could be his father, or his mentor, or grandfather, the mentor choices could be Maria’s father or as I stated before Juste’s friend and former Rival Maxim. It makes me think that after doing some investigation the two of them run into the girl and she acts strange to them, causing the lines to be said before the events of her death happen. In this case the girl is under the sway of the cult and has rejected the offer for help. Thus leading Richter to be unable to save her, and allowing Shaft to complete the ritual.

Another option can be either before he goes into the castle or after he’s inside. In this instance the voice belongs to the Ferryman in the castle, and the Ferryman giving a warning to Richter about seeing a Succubus taking on the form of someone that he cares about, be that Annette, his mother, or some other person, and using her influence on him. Thus the lines about choices.

I honestly feel like this opening set of lines paints a very interesting picture of how this story is going to be playing out and in a way also sets up for the backdrop of the story. Choices need to be made, and claiming one has none in this world doesn’t allow for the protection of others. Unlike Trevor where it was a straight forward, we beat the bad guys, there’s probably going to be more political intrigue in here due to the whole Revolution. For example, if Richter is a noble, should he be considered part of the problem? Are the vampires helping those in power or are they working for the rebellion to undermine it, and what of those who are connected to the Hattian Revolution which was happening at the same time? Each choice Richter is going to make in the story will lead him down a different path, one which, I think Alucard may join him on for this story with Maria.

Also if this is Maria’s dad at the start and he is killed, then it adds to the drama of the relationships, namely the fact that Maria and Richter’s relationship relies on trust and understanding. One that grows over their time in the castle. By adding the connection between them of not only bloodlines through the Belmont clan, as the Renards are part of the Belmont Line and hunters in their own right, but through a tragedy of someone both respected and loved, then you add that level of understanding and why Maria becomes so determined later to help Richter. In addition, if Annette is Maria’s sister, then there’s that factor for family and something of a connection to Maria in having to deal with the possibility of killing her corrupted sister.

Because that is an option too, that this is the corrupted version of Annette, and that whomever is saying this to Richter is warning him not to trust Annette, or in this case she is telling him she had no choice but to allow herself to be turned to protect Maria from Shaft or some other reason.

Personally I think the idea of it being a mentor or father that starts us out in this story would fit with the idea of choices and sacrificing themselves to allow Richter to escape and save the lives of those from Dracula when he starts his shit.

“I'm sorry, Richter.”

This is our second Female voice, showing a connection to Richter, as she calls him by name. As I mentioned in the other post, the way the voice echoes a bit makes it seem that she is either in a room that is stone or has echo like set ups. So this person could be in a cell or it’s a memory. If this is Annette, what is she saying she’s sorry for? Her character is not someone who is weak or seems to be sorry for being taken. Rather she’s willing to kill herself over allowing herself to be turned into Dracula’s bride. Which means that she could be the voice of Richter’s mother or grandmother Lydie. If these are these women then that begs some questions. What are they saying they are sorry about? It’s clear that this is an intimate relationship given the tone of the voice. If this is his mother it's an interesting line as what does this mean? Did she leave him?Die in some way or some other situation? Has she become a traitor to the revolution? Did she lose her head over something? I mean there’s a lot that could be going on here, including issues with the Belmont Clan and well, the previous curse brought on by Simon, even though he cleared that up.

Not to mention that if this is a memory moment and not the succubus playing a part, then it could be used as a growing moment for Richter and show us where he’s come from and why he’s doing the things he’s doing for the story. This could also be an illusion of some sort, as mentioned before they could bring in the Succubus as a means of adding onto the story and dragging in more of Symphony to connect the two more concretely. This could be a moment that is connected to the event above, where the Succubus is trying to get under Richter’s skin with a memory of some sort, and causing him to second guess his choices so far in the story. If this is the succubus, then this could be a set of testing to allow him to get closer to the end of his goals.

There’s also the chance that this could be one of the other women in the story. If this is Iris then maybe the “I’m sorry Richter” comes from being taken by the Vampires, or some other situation. The other option would be Tera who could feel bad about not being strong enough or that her choices led them to a situation that they have to fight their way out of. The line is vague but also something that clearly has deeper meaning given the tone and the feeling that the character has at this moment.

“He knows you kill Vampires.”

As I said before I really do think this is the voice of Maria Renard, and she’s talking to Richter either about someone, or with someone there. The” He”could be a few people, namely Shaft as a warning, to Richter that Shaft already knows what Richter can do and to watch out, also that because he knows she can help him because she is brave and smart and can beat out a lot of people, thus, Richter needs her for this mission. Or it could be referring to one of the other male characters that seem to be in this one. Which is very limited at this point in time, excluding Dracula himself. Other options could be Magnus the Incubus that wants to help Dracula, or the characters of Lyudmil, a vampire who used to work with Alucard and desires to get revenge for Lisa’s death and is helping Richter due to him being a way to get at Shaft.

The “He” could also be Alucard, though I'm not 100% sure it is his actor we're hearing or if it's him. But there is the option of Alucard starting to play his fake roles, which he later completes in the Sorrow Duology. If this is Alucard she’s talking about, it could be a moment when the three of them are meeting and Richter was trying to hide what he did in order to not worry Alucard, and Maria, clearly seeing Alucard can tell that the man is a Belmont, basically points out the fact that he already knows that Richter kills vampires, and it doesn’t matter if he tries to hide it right now.

They could also be taking from the Drama CD that was used, with the He being Cyril or the Vampire hunter Alexis who show up in the Drama CD but that's more of a story connected to Alucard. In this case Cyril and Alexis are in the castle to try to find Lyudmil and Magnus and stop them from using the drug that they stole from Cyril. The “He” could be Cyril or Alexis and Maria points out that Alexis or Cyril knows Richter is a hunter. Or in this case, it could be the reverse, where Maria is explaining to the two hunters that Richter knows they kill vampires too.

“But I pray for you.”

I honestly think this is a line coming from one of the members of the church. During this time in France the Catholic Church was in a bit of a dilemma with how the new government felt about them. In this case it feels like Richter is meeting with possibly one of the Clergy members who has ties to Tera, a nun, and could be willing to help Richter out in some way. The line feels, the way it is delivered, that Richter might be going through some shit, and that the person saying it is genuinely worried about them. This is why I think this person might be the last person on the outside that Richter interacts with before going into the castle proper. It’s clearly someone with a thicker French accent. In this case, it could be that, as with Sypha's band, there's someone there to act as a companion till the castle then this male blesses him before he goes in. This might also be where Richter gets his cross weapon that he's also known for, and which could be used as a way to make him different from Trevor and how the two act when dealing with people. In this case Richter is more friendly and willing to accept the man’s help, over Trevor who was a solo person until later.

“I'm so sorry.”

This is the hardest one for me to figure out. The voice is soft and British tone of voice. Because the voice sounds different than the other voices, and yet the same because it goes by so fast. So I can't really place this one yet. Again it could be any of the two women, Iris or Tera, or it could be the Maiden at the start, since we don't know who they are apologizing to, and the fact that Richter's name is NOT used here at least says that this person may not be as familiar with him. May be, since this could be part of a longer line, it's really hard to tell. To me this means that whoever this woman is, it’s someone who is feeling legitimately sorrowful for whatever happens. If it is say Tera, it could be apologizing to God for failing to uphold her vows or something, given how these vampires might treat the women there.

“So part of you has died.”

A number of comments I’ve seen about this voice is that it’s Alucard. If this is him, and he’s in one of his future disguise it could explain why the voice sounds different. The interesting thing about this line is the way it’s spoken, it’s not done as a question, but more of a statement of fact. The line seems to be part of a longer discussion, which becomes important in the story of Richter and Alucard.

So I’m about to spoil a part of the story regarding Symphony, but I’ll try to keep it as small as possible here for fans who have never played the games.

At a future time in the games Richter needs the help of Alucard after dealing with a curse of sorts. Because of this, Alucard grows to understand the younger Belmont and became a benefactor to him. Given that in SotN Alucard doesn’t wake up until he feels a change in things, this three hundred years after Trevor, Sypha, and Grant (or in this case Gerta). In this case, I’m not sure if they will have him sleeping. If they don’t and they have him wandering around, then having him join with Richter to find the girls will actually expand on what’s happening inside the castle as well as having someone other than Maria to talk to Richter and deal with the other monsters that come and cause trouble.

The line, as spoken by Alucard, could be when he’s connected to Richter and is listening to the young man’s pain. The line to me feels like he’s trying to express understanding of the situation, or explain it to Richter in his own way. There’s several parts this can be from, one of which I’m going to avoid like the plague right now.

The most likely though is at some point when Richter is at his lowest and feels like some part of him has died. This could be if they fail to save Annette, or if one of the other women dies, or if someone who is close to him ends up dead. Alucard probably is trying to comfort the man in his own way, afraid of getting close again due to what happened in regard to losing his friends and being alone again. He could be indicating to Richter he has to deal with that and push forward even if he doesn’t think he can. That only he can do this.

It could also be a moment when Richter doesn’t think he has the skills to do what he must, or that he has lost some of his innocence in this place. All of which could connect to the idea of Alucard trying to help him and connect to him. Which can build up their relationship, which could add more to the later story of how Alucard and Maria come to help Richter. Having them bond and become closer, for Richter and Alucard to connect to each other on a deeper level, is not a bad thing. Rather it expands on and makes for a stronger story and gives both men something to connect to on a personal level, along with Maria.

“We're looking for Someone Called Belmont.”

So my guess is that this is probably a group of people from the Village of Aljiba who has come to find Richter for his help. It’s either that or the people who need help at the start with Shafts group. To me this sounds a lot like “Hero’s call” moment. As I said I suspect this could be Iris or a random person, but it’s clear that whoever this person is, they have a strong voice and ready to do their job getting the man to come help them.

Laughs

I’m pretty sure this is Shaft as in the game he laughs when Richter first fights him. It would make sense that they would want to have some nod to one of the big bads in the game and story. Having Shaft just laugh saves him for the trailer itself. Of note though this could be a new form of Dracula, since he plays a huge role in this game, and you need this man to do certain things to get to symphony.

“Richter!”

The voice sounds a bit like Sypha's actress, but it is most likely Annette calling out to him at some point when she's being taken away. It makes the most sense within the story context and fits her personality wellbeing someone who is kind, but willing to do whatever it takes to keep herself from being the reason he's harmed, including killing herself. This being Annette trying to call to him even as shit is going down makes a lot of sense.

Annette, while in the game she doesn’t do a lot, is a strong woman who stands up to both Shaft and Dracula, and threatens death by her own hand before submitting to either of them. And, given my thoughts on the lines that are said in the Rondo of Blood game, it’s indicated that Dracula has interest in her not only because of her connection to Richter, but also because she does look like Lisa, thus Elisabetha, Dracula’s first wife, so she can possibly be seen as a reincarnation of the character and making it so Dracula may want her due to this.

Having her call out at the end of the trailer and him turning at that moment indicates their devotion to one another. All other character’s words don’t move him, but the moment that he hears Annette calling for him Richter reacts. This, to me, makes me think that their relationship will be a bigger role in the Rondo story of Nocturne.

I’m hoping when we get another trailer we can get more about the lines we hear, but also learn more about the characters that say them, and the story-line that we will be diving into. I’m super excited about how this story can play out, and I hope that it gets people to pick up the original games.

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[moves Alucard to Trevor's relatives section on the wiki cause he was his dad for a while and puts "Legends only" in brackets]

[thefriedbird]

Alucard x F!Reader x Maria Renard

A/N: Hey guys! I want all of my readers to be safe when they read this. This fanfiction is based off of my experiences with having C-PTSD and being a chronic illness sufferer for many years. Lately, I have been struggling really hard with my flashbacks and this was written to help me cope to progress my trauma recovery. The Castlevania series has been at the center of my focus lately, and I had the urge to write for it. This work will have self-harm as well as mentions of child abuse and sexual assault. Be warned. But, I have been wanting to get better at writing and I’ve been wanting to write to also spread awareness on the natures of PTSD and other various chronic illnesses, I felt compelled to post this as maybe a way to help other people.This does take place after Symphony of the Night. 

If any of you have been experiencing a low sense of self-worth, suicidal ideation, self-harm, flashbacks, or have been having panic attacks please call your national suicide hotline prevention numbers. Remember that your life is precious, even if in the moment you do not see that way. You are not alone. Stay safe, you are loved.

PLEASE READ THE A/N BEFORE READING!!!!

The unbearable tingling sensation in my wrists. Making me want to scratch and bite at it, like a dog tending to its fleas. Imagining the flame fluttering across the thin skin, knowing how easy it would be to rip at it and break the veins. I felt my head twitch, my fingers starting to fidget the soreness in my fingers. I looked down to my fingertips, the shortened bitten cuticles, and the blood pooling from the tips of them. I flinched as I attempted to squeeze around the nail, the sharp pain from the hangnail digging further into the flesh beneath. My heart pounding in my chest as I fell upon the love seat, I felt my muscles spasm. The fabric of the furniture making the tingling in my wrists stronger with every brush against it. Scratch it, scratch it, bite it, bite it, do it. Do it. Now. My other hand began to caress the inner wrists, the welts around the joint already flaring. My nails began to scratch at it, my breath shaky as the pain began to burrow itself in my skin. A steady scratch turned into rapid scarring of it, my senses being lost to me. All I could feel around me was the memories, just the pain to make them gone. The pain to rid of this sensation surrounding me. Tears began to cascade down my cheeks, my attention to my wrist stopped. Now the tingling spreading everywhere else. Anything to get rid of this sensation. Anything to kill that memory. Anything to remove it. Please, help me. A whimpered cry broke itself from my lips, as it seemed my body was not my own. I fell back to the floor, I could feel my body twitching out of control. All I could think of was the screaming, the yelling, the knocking, and heavy footfalls what would be the drunken stupor of my parents. Hide. Hide. Do not interact. I feel myself bite at my wrists once more. Then I heard a yell and a door slam open, my body recoiled from the sound instantaneously. My vision was so blurry, so dizzy. What is going on? Where. No. Don’t think! Hide! I felt something pushing my hand away from my mouth. What is happening?

 “(Name), we’re back!” Maria looked around the dark house, her green gown fluttering behind her as she looked around. Alucard tailing her, the stoicism showing mild puzzlement. “Where had she gone?” Alucard muttered. She placed the day’s groceries onto the table. “I did tell her that we would not be gone long.” Maria sighed. A sharp cry followed by a loud thud rang through the halls. Alucard made swift haste into the adjacent room, banging open the door which made the woman on the floor recoil violently backwards. The dhampir tried to grab the woman’s wrists, his eyes noticing the blood coming from the harsh welts around her wrists. Maria almost slid into the floor beside her, “Oh my God, (Name)!” The gentle woman placed a hand behind the woman’s head. Maria looked to Alucard, who was desperately trying to keep her from attacking herself and the two around her. The woman’s hyperventilating drowning out all sound from the living area, her hands clutched into Alucard’s. “What’s the matter with her?” Maria cried out, tears forming in her own eyes watching the poor woman thrash about. Alucard used his free hand to place it upon (Name)’s brow, inhibiting the rough twitching and thrashing of her body. “She is just in a panic. A horrific one.” He stated, eyeing the welts. Maria bit her lip, waiting alongside her companion to watch over (Name). Maria decided to try to pet her head, trying her best in attempt to calm her down. The petting seemed to begin to sooth (Name)’s breathing, the shakiness in it beginning to deescalate, her head twitching slightly. Her cheeks stained and her eyes puffy, the fog that had clouded over her seemed to dissipate. “I’m sorry.” The woman croaked out, her voice barely a whisper. Maria broke into a solemn smile, “We are just glad you are okay.” She sniffed out. Alucard closed his eyes, a relieved sigh coming from his lips. (Name) looked up to see his face above her, “Are you alright?” She murmured. Alucard shook his head, “We should be asking you that. Not the other way around.” Golden eyes stared almost warmly, “Will you be okay?” (Name) was taken aback by the eyes, her speech stuck in her throat. Maria was about to hug her, but stalled “Is it alright, if I embrace you?” The woman beneath her nodded, letting out a shaky breath and tears spilling from her eyes. Maria embraced her happily, Alucard retreating from the two to watch. “I know it seems bleak, but you are going to be okay. No one is going to hurt you.” Maria consoled, rubbing (Name)’s back as she wailed into Maria’s shoulder. The dhampir felt at a loss, unsure how to approach the crying girl. The dhampir arranged himself closer to the two, “(Name) let me see the damage.” The young woman seemed to have swallowed a rock, her voice shaky “No. Please, I don’t want you to see.” Alucard reached out his hand. “It is alright, I need to assess the damage.” The woman shook her head violently, “No! Please, I don’t want-“ “(Name), I do not want this to get infected! I am doing this to help you. Maria!” The blonde woman looked to Alucard, “Yes?” Alucard slowly grasped (Name)’s hands, the look of trepidation in the young woman’s face as he looked over the wounds. “I need bandages for her and alcohol.” Alucard prompted, as he began to inspect both wrists. “Of course!” Maria left the room, to return with the medical supplies at hand. Alucard’s brows furrowed, as he looked to (Name). “Would you be willing to tell me your traumas?” (Name) looked up, Alucard felt a strong pang in his chest watching the emotional fatigue grow and her face becoming pale. “Mayhap.” (Name) glanced her eyes away, as Maria popped a cork from the bottle of alcohol and dabbing a clean rag. Alucard took it from his companion’s hands, dabbing the rag gently onto the wounds. A hiss from (Name), and her body unintentionally jumped from the pain. “Stay still, it will not last long. I promise.” Alucard’s voice spoke softly, his other hand coming to steady her own trembling one. Almost, seeming to caress her. (Name) felt bile coming up to her throat, tears pricking her eyes. The only affection she had ever wanted. Why does she feel this way? Maria rubbed her back, “Do I need to get a pail?” (Name) shook her head, “No, I’m fine!” Once Alucard was done cleaning the wounds, he brought up gauze and began to dress both wrists. (Name) choked back a cry, Maria shushing her soothingly as she rubbed her back. Once Alucard was finished dressing the wounds, he brought her up slowly to stand. “Will you be alright walking on your own?” He asked, (Name) nodding. “How about we get comfortable and talk?” Maria suggested, grasping a quilt from on back of the loveseat. Alucard looked to the smaller female, “Would you be comfortable with that? Know that you do not have to if you do not wish to. We will give you all of the time in the world.” (Name) placed her hand on to her mouth, as she nodded. Alucard brought an arm around her, somewhat awkwardly, but managed to set his head a top of her own. “We have you. You will be safe with us.” Maria smiled, “I will be back then. How about I make some tea, would you like that (Name)?” (Name) nodded once more, pushing herself more into the dhampir’s body. Alucard was taken aback for a moment at the increase in contact, but he did not mind. He was once in her position and maybe still is. Regardless, he would gladly allow for them both to heal together.

Once Maria came back with tea, she smiled at them cuddling onto the loveseat. (Name)’s head was buried into the dhampir’s chest, her hands clutching tightly onto his jacket. Maria was happy that she had extended the offer to Alucard to stay with her, she was right not letting him out of her life. (Name) had been staying with Maria for a while, happily traveled with her and Alucard. Yet, the two could never fully grasp onto why the smaller woman wished to travel with them both. Her excuse was to seek the wonders of the world, almost like a curious puppy. Maria could not turn her away, Alucard however felt different about it but accepted her nonetheless. But over the course of many months, their initial thoughts seemed to question something deeper as to why she had actually wanted to stick with them.

Alucard looked up to see Maria, adjusting the quilt to make it longer for her as well. Maria smiled as she sat with them, (Name) turning around to grasp the tea from her. “Thanks.” (Name) spoke, testing it as she seemed to cradle the porcelain with upmost care. Alucard looked to (Name), his expression growing serious. “When you first tagged along with us, your excuse was to learn how to defend yourself as well as to learn all that is out here. However, I believe it is also something else.” Alucard pressed, trying his best to soften the tone as to ensure he did not intimidate her. “I did want that. I do want that.” (Name) grasped the porcelain tighter. “But I also wanted to be away from it all.” Maria cocked her head, “Away from what?” (Name)’s frown deepened, “My family. I wanted to get away. I’ve moved so many times in my life, I’m so sick of it being temporary. My mother and father were heavy drinkers, and they liked each other little. They screamed and fought all the time! It is so hard to be surrounded by the foreboding fear that they would scream at me, hurt me!” The tears began to flow once more. Alucard bringing his hand to her shoulder, his thumb rubbing it in circles. “I’ve always felt so alone. Every other child’s parents were so loving. But why did they not love me enough? Why did they hurt me the way they did? They told me they loved me, but they don’t show it in their actions! For so long, I sought affection elsewhere. But he ended up hurting me too, he took me even if I said no!” Maria scooted closer to her, grabbing the trembling hand gripping the porcelain. “Here, let me take that for a moment. I would hate it if you were to burn yourself.” Maria gently set the tea on the coffee table. (Name) began to rub her gauzed wrists together, Maria cupping one of them in her hands. Gently rubbing her thumb into the other’s palm, being careful to not touch the woman’s sensitive wrists. “It will be alright, they are not here now. Alucard and I, are willing to help and care for you. Those people, did not care for you as they should have. You were supposed to grow up in a home that was safe, none of that is your fault.” “You are also not obligated to love the people who have abused you.” Alucard added. “But they are my blood-“ “Blood does not mean anything, if they have hurt you. And the one who forced you, they are no longer around. You are safe with us.” Alucard affirmed. (Name) began to whimper, Alucard pressing his head into hers. “I killed my father. My mother was burned on a pyre, the church folk claimed she was a witch. My father, Dracula, wanted to rid all of humanity. But it was my mother’s wish to me to not hate humans. But my father disregarded her wishes. So, I had killed him.” “I’m sorry.” (Name) let out a small cry. Alucard shook his head, “No, there is no need to be sorry. Our traumas are valid. But it is a point to be made, blood does not mean that you are to remain obedient to the people who have wronged you or someone you love. The one who forced you is no longer in your life; none will touch you without your consent.” Maria smiled, “I may not be able to understand both Alucard’s and your traumas, but I can empathize with your emotion’s (Name), I lost both my parents and I believe that the three of us are companions now for a reason.” Maria brushed the hair away from (Name)’s face, “You are safe here, with us. As long as we are together, I believe we can heal together as well.” (Name) looked up and nodded, smiling. “Thank you.” Maria brought up a hand, “No need. We are glad to help you. But I think we need to be able to accommodate you and help you with your panic. Do you know what set it off?” (Name) frowned, “There are a couple things that set it off a lot.” “Like what?” Alucard questioned. “Certain smells, aggression and confrontation, certain names, the cold, and my wrists.” (Name) looked at them and sighed, “Sometimes I don’t realize I mess with them until I panic.” “What were you thinking when you did?” Alucard asked. “How lonely I feel, even when others are around.” (Name) responded, bringing her knees to her face. “If you ever feel such a way, you are always welcome to come to us.” Maria smiled, “We adore and love you, (Name).” (Name)’s breath wavered, but she could not help but smile as the dhampir and the woman beside her wrapped their arms around her. This was comfort, this was what she had been desperately searching for. 

[movedblogstysm]

So I played through Castlevania Symphony of the night- yet again.

Gives me nostalgia feelings.

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