Vlad

In 1447, during a fierce battle near Tirgoviste, Transylvanian prince Ianco De Hunedoara captures Vlad Dracul, the ruler of Wallachia. With his elder son Mircea by his side, Dracul stands defiant in the face of betrayal, thrusting a sacred necklace across the battlefield to his son Vlad as a symbol of the burden of leadership.

Facing imminent death, Vlad Dracul passes the sacred necklace to Vlad, signifying the weight of leadership and the responsibility to seek vengeance. This moment marks the transition as Vlad Dracul becomes Vlad the Impaler, heralding a reign of terror that will see him kill and torture thousands.

In modern-day Romania, the Order Draculeus still exists, and with it, the legend of the sacred necklace remains potent. Professor Adrian and Dean Radescu learn that an exchange student may be bringing the necklace, crucial to preventing the return of Vlad the Impaler, whose resurrection would threaten lives.

Four exchange students gather at a reception, sharing drinks and discussing their upcoming theses. As they introduce themselves, the atmosphere is light, but undercurrents of danger linger due to the secrets connected with the necklace possibly being among them.

After returning to her room, Lensey discovers unsettling evidence that someone has been searching through her belongings. This incident raises her anxiety and underscores the necklace's importance as she realizes that not only her safety but the fate of many may hang in the balance.

Lensey begins to experience vivid visions of Vlad Tepes while bathing, picturing him fleeing from pursuers. These dreams unsettle her, hinting at a deeper connection to the historical figure and the mystical necklace she possesses.

Accompanied by their professors, the students embark on a hiking trip to the Poenari fortress, retracing Vlad Dracula's steps. The excursion is intended to educate them about the infamous ruler, but the mounting tension surrounding the necklace looms large over their adventure.

That night, Lensey slips the necklace into Jeff's backpack, believing it to be key to her visions. Meanwhile, the group experiences strange occurrences, hinting that Vlad's spirit is stirring and that they are being drawn inexorably into a historical drama that intertwines with their fate.

The group encounters a mysterious girl named Ilona, who speaks in Middle English and claims to be from a different time. She reveals her tragic story of being captured by Vlad during the fall of Constantinople, further intertwining the students with the dark history they are exploring.

Adrian visits Lensey, imploring her to return the necklace to Vlad's grave for redemption. Lensey reveals that she has inherited the necklace from her grandfather, who had found it during the war, emphasizing the historical connection and her reluctance to part with it.

The group experiences a shocking turn of events as Lensey and Jeff are drawn into a heated moment that culminates in the terrifying resurrection of Vlad Tepes. As the historical figure manifests, he seeks something deeply personal—the return of his lost love, Ilona.

Ilie, the holy man, warns the group about the true nature of Vlad and the undeniable grip of his tortured soul. He explains the necklace's purpose: to bring peace to Vlad and free Ilona, further complicating the group's moral choices as they grapple with their fates.

Mircea, an ally turned enemy, reveals his loyalty to Vlad and seeks to resurrect him as Romania's ruler. This betrayal shakes the group's foundation, as they must confront not only the exposed truths but also the imminent danger posed by Vlad and his unquenchable thirst.

The climax escalates as Jeff and his friends confront Vlad in a desperate bid to save Alexa and retrieve the necklace. In a heart-stopping battle at the burial cave, the stakes reach their peak as Lensey fights to return the necklace and restore balance.

As the dust settles, Ilona is returned to her time while Justin recognizes her from the past. Their reunion hints at the cyclical nature of history, suggesting that the legacies of love and loss continue to ripple through time, even after the darkness has seemingly passed.