Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter

A seasoned vampire hunter with a chivalrous demeanor and practical cunning. He partners with Grost to track the creature and protect villagers, balancing skepticism with decisive action. He leads the hunt with steady courage, using wit and weaponry to outsmart supernatural threats.

A rough-edged hired thug who works for Lady Durward to eliminate Kronos. He is dangerous and willing to do cruel things for money, escalating the danger for the hunters. His presence tests Kronos's resolve and the villagers' chances of survival.

A doctor and friend of Kronos who initially doubts the vampire threat. He becomes a vampire himself, illustrating the horror of transformation and the dangers facing those who underestimate the supernatural. His fate underscores the costs of crossing the undead.

A Romani girl who is jailed for dancing on the Sabbath, she proves brave and resourceful, aiding Kronos and Grost in warding off the vampire. She becomes a loyal ally and later a romantic interest for Kronos, demonstrating courage and resilience.

The bedridden Lady Durward who is secretly the youthful vampire; she hypnotizes Carla and the Durward siblings and has raised her husband from the grave. She embodies manipulation and predatory charm, staying one step ahead of the hunters until her demise.

Durward's son, a young noble who becomes entangled in the family’s secrets. He engages with the hunter’s efforts and the unfolding mystery, representing youthful curiosity within a dangerous conspiracy.

Paul's sister, a key Durward family member who becomes a prime suspect in vampiric activity. Her role intertwines with the family drama and the hunt, highlighting the tension between duty, suspicion, and survival.

The husband of Lady Durward, believed to be the revived from the grave by dark magic. He embodies the aristocratic veneer of power that the vampire leverages to manipulate the household and guests.

A hunchbacked scholar and Kronos's companion, Grost conducts mystical tests to detect vampiric presence. He provides a mix of occult knowledge and dry wit, helping to decode vampire weaknesses and assist in the hunt.