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Alucard

Main protagonist · Dracula’s castle

Story spoilers: This profile discusses character history and events in the game.

Alucard is featured in Castlevania: Symphony of the Night — Main protagonist. This profile covers their background, appearance, personality, story role and practical gameplay details.

Edition covered

Original PlayStation Alucard campaign; later ports and Saturn additions can differ.

Biography

Alucard is Dracula’s son, returning to oppose the castle’s resurgence. His mixed heritage makes the conflict personal rather than a simple outsider’s monster hunt.

Appearance

Alucard has long pale hair, ornate dark clothing and a sword, with a refined gothic appearance.

Personality

He is reserved, disciplined and burdened by family history. His restraint contrasts with the violence of the world he explores.

Role in the story

Meeting Maria and investigating Richter leads him beyond the castle’s apparent explanation. The full route requires understanding the control behind the confrontation rather than stopping at an early ending.

Gameplay and encounters

He uses equipment, spells, relics and transformations. Compare reach and special effects as well as attack values, and check that a needed relic is enabled before assuming an ability has been lost.