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Ghastly ghouls and devilish demons have been said to haunt the world since the dawn of time, but few are as feared and revered as the vampire. With origins dating all the way back to the first tales of a bloodsucking man-like creature in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, this frightening beast of the night is more than just a Hollywood invention.

Tales of vampirism span millennia and each culture has its own depiction of what these foul fanged lurkers of the dark have in store for their victims, and what evil characteristics they display.

As October 31st beckons and the veil between the mortal and supernatural world grows thin, you may need to be extra careful who you trust when you’re trick or treating this Halloween. So, how do you spot a present-day Dracula? Here are some pointers (and not just the fangs) to look out for:

The Sun Comes Out, and They Go In(side)

Aversion to sunlight is one of the key indicators of vampirism. Do you never see this person in the daylight hours, or do they mysteriously appear only after the sun has set? Early sightings of vampires said they would recoil at the sight of the sun as it weakened their strength. However, the logical explanation for this is these people were sufferers of porphyria, a disease that causes blisters to form when skin is exposed to sunlight. Or maybe they were vampires...

They Aren’t Avoiding Garlic Because They Have a Date

Does your suspect refuse to eat your spaghetti? What may seem like a cruel rejection of a home-cooked meal could actually be avoidance of garlic. Tools to ward off vampires are called apotropaics, and garlic is one of the common ways to keep the biting beasties at bay. Rosaries, holy water, and crucifixes are also a good thing to keep around (store-bought is fine). While garlic doesn’t appear to harm those afflicted with vampirism, they will avoid it like the plague, possibly due to a connection with rabies. Those sick with rabies are prone to hypersensitivity, and would therefore be susceptible to the strong flavour and scent of garlic. Or they’re vampires…



Their Teeth Look a Little Too Sharp

Went to the dentist with your buddy for moral support and noticed something peculiar about their cuspids? While there are no definitive characteristics of vampires throughout history and in popular culture, fangs are usually an integral part of their genetic makeup, thanks to films such as Nosferatu injecting this belief into modern society. These extra-long and pointy teeth are used to suck the blood from their victims, and have no other use. Your friend is a vampire.

They Aren’t Afraid of Flying


The fear of flying (aerophobia) is quite common, but if your travel companion seems to show no trepidation at all, it could be because they’re used to flying themselves - as a bat. Ever since the vampire bat was discovered in the 16th century, and literary icon Dracula could shapeshift into the flying sonar-using species, it’s been widely accepted that vampires can transform into a bat. Sell your plane ticket, because your compadre is a vampire.

Mirror Selfies Are a No-Go

Vampires are described by some cultures as living beings and others as undead, but most agree they have no souls. If your cloaked pal won’t take mirror selfies with you, it’s time to check their teeth. Again, the logical explanation for someone not wanting to see their own reflection is rabies. Legend has it that a man was not rabid if he could look at his own reflection. They could still be a vampire though...

Welcomes Are Very Important to Them

American serial killer Richard Chase (known as The Vampire of Sacramento) only broke into unlocked houses. He saw locked doors as a sign that he wasn’t welcome at a house, but unlocked doors as an invitation to come inside, just like a vampire. If your chum won’t cross the threshold into your apartment without a sincere invite, shut the door on that vampire.


It may be worth packing a stake in your candy bag this Hallows Eve, as you never know what could be lurking behind the door you knock on (hopefully not raisins).

Prepare for a scare... Twitch Drops are back for Halloween! Starting October 21 and running through until November 1, back-to-back Twitch Drops will reward you with terrifying treats just for tuning in to your favourite authorised streamer.

The loot up for grabs this time around includes an Emote, Pagan Spirit Banner, and a Shadow Horse (Mount) among much, much more - so don’t miss out!

During the Halloween Drops event you’ll be able to unlock even more rewards by claiming a Drops Progression Bundle every day, so keep your eyes on the prize.

Stay tuned for further updates as we bring you all the devilish details, including hair-raising rewards, the spooky schedule, and a list of all the spine-tingling host streamers taking part. Happy Haunting!

Stimulate your in-game coffers with 30% Boosted Bronze until October 18!

• Starts: October 14
• Ends: October 18, 23:59 server time
• Boost: +30% to Bronze

This boost does not apply to Unit or Hero XP - you’ll have to earn that the old-fashioned way.

Does your army need a little more firepower? In Season IX: Tyranny, you can start building your rebellion earlier and easier than ever before by pre-ordering the Shenji Grenadiers (5-Star)!


Recruit this fiery unit to your ranks and prepare to stand against chaos by pre-ordering their bundle at a 10% discount from now until October 24 in-game (23:59 server time) and via MY.GAMES Market (23:59 CEST).

The contents of your pre-order bundle can be opened on October 25 by pressing ‘F5’ to open the Season menu, accessing Unit Challenges, and then redeeming the stages granted with Challenge Tokens. These stages will also reward you with a 3-Day Shenji Grenadiers Contract, Doctrines, Unit Medals, and more. You will also receive an exclusive Iron Justice Helm (Helmet) for the Shenji Grenadiers.


[h2]Shenji Grenadiers (5-Star)[/h2]
This explosive band of highly-trained soldiers from the East are well-equipped ordnance experts who wield elite muskets and bomb-throwing abilities.

Check out this Unit’s distinctive skills:

• Attack Area: Order the Shenji Grenadiers to shoot their muskets at a designated spot.
• Throw Grenades: The unit throws grenades at the target area, dealing damage and knocking down enemy soldiers. (Grenade ammunition is counted separately from musket ammunition).

The order in which Units in Season IX can be unlocked remains the same, regardless of pre-orders. For example, the Shenji Grenadiers can be purchased, but can only be unlocked if players also own the Axe Raiders (via pre-order or by completing challenges).

Defy evil in Season IX: Tyranny, available as a free update in Conqueror’s Blade now!

IMPORTANT: Do not purchase this pre-order bundle on MY.GAMES Market if you have already purchased it in-game.

The room is cavernous. The walls are adorned with the taxidermied heads of every animal you can think of. The shelves are laden with ill-gotten gains. The Tyrant looms at the heart of this room, commanding the attention of his men without a word. His gravelly, gruff voice drones as he approaches his war trophies.

“This, my friends, is what happens when the pathetic serfs of this land rise up against me.”

An axe flecked with blood sits atop a crooked wooden stand. The Tyrant picks it up as if it were light as a feather, examining its crude design, and scoffing before setting it down again.

“I took this feeble excuse for a weapon from his own back. He whimpered. Brave in battle, but not in defeat. I took this as a favour to him, so that no one would forget his cowardice in death.”

The Tyrant’s men listen to his words, enraptured by their powerful leader, each hoping to be as feared as him one day.

Strolling over to a much longer platform, this one made of iron, he pauses, before turning around to address his cohorts.

“Do you see this? This…. stick. One of those horse-riding runts tried to throw this right at my chest.”

A rare laugh escapes the Tyrant as he picks up the long wooden pole.

“I caught it. With my bare hands. I caught their fiery spear and put it out under my feet. When will they learn that they can’t defeat me?”

The Tyrant tuts as he sets down the javelin, dropping it back into its case as if it were disgusting to the touch.

His men begin to mutter amongst themselves as he walks to the centre of the room, to his pride and joy. His favourite trophy of war.

He lifts the weapon above his head and raises his voice to almost ear-shattering volumes.

“This is what those soldiers from the East thought they could kill me with! A musket!”

The Tyrant brings the gun down in a flash, raises his knee and breaks the sturdy weapon in half over it. His men stand in stunned silence.

“Nothing these so-called rebels can do will stop me. I will burn the Borderlands to the ground before I’m done. This room will be filled with their weapons, their armour, their heads.”

His men cheer, stomping and shouting, raising their weapons high.

“Let he who is without fear face me. And I will show him what fear is.”