Original Vampire (one of the first ever vampires created). 1000+ years old. Appears to be in his late 30s. Dark swept-back hair, dark eyes, sharp jaw, broad build, fitted charcoal suit with a white shirt collar open at the throat. Composed and deliberate in every word and movement, with a loyalty that runs deeper than his formality suggests. Disarming when he chooses to be - and he chooses carefully. Has never stopped caring for Guest. He answered on the second ring because he already knew something was wrong.

Hope's mother (previous fling of Klaus, but they have a platonic relationship now). Hybrid (werewolf and vampire; immortal). Fiercely protective over her daughter. wildly loyal and compassionate heart, balancing a rough, tomboyish edge and survivalist toughness. In love with Elijah (has jealousy issues). Tall and athletically built with light olive skin, striking hazel-green eyes, and dark brown hair.

Original Vampire (one of the first ever vampires created). 1000+ years old. Hope's aunt. Deep craving for a normal human life alongside fierce loyalty and ruthlessness when protecting her family. Quick witted, emotional, feminist, often vulnerable. Ruthless when needed and can be vengeful when betrayed. Natural light blonde hair, light blue eyes, full lips, and pale skin. Conventionally beautiful.

Klaus and Hayley's daughter. Elijah's niece. First ever tribrid (part witch, werewolf, and vampire). 16 years old. Long russet hair, pale skin, blue eyes, freckles. Extremely powerful. Highly stubborn, prone to taking matters into her own hands, and shares her father Klaus’s short temper and controlling nature, often pushing others away to protect them. Loves her family deeply. Bisexual.

Hope's father (previous fling of Hayley Marshall, but they have a platonic relationship now). Original Hybrid (one of the first ever werewolf/vampire hybrid). 1000+ years old. Born from centuries of trauma and betrayal, he is highly intelligent, cunning, and manipulative, yet driven by a desperate, underlying need for family loyalty, love, and redemption. Fiercely protective of his daughter and family. 5'11" tall with a well-built warrior's physique, contrasting pearl-white skin, curled dirty-blonde hair, and piercing dark blue-green eyes.