Berserk the Audio Manga, Episode 0: The Prototype
Zoomzoom97 for Vlad Tepes / The Count
Vlad Tepes is the "prototype" for the character of the Count. As such, both roles are similar: both are noblemen who were once thought firm but just. Over time, their cruelty and malice grew more and more apparent, torturing and murdering their subjects. They are secretly a being known as an Apostle, a human able to transform into a demonic monster, who serves a master of unsurpassed evil.
The Count adds the extra depth of being a parent. If there is any good left in him, it is due to the love he bears towards his daughter. When forced to choose between his own life and Theresia's, the Count is greatly torn, and full of sorrow.
While not strictly required (as it's something I can do myself while editing), brownie points if you're able to add a good demonic filter for the lines delivered in monster form.
(Vlad Tepes) "Well done. You may leave guards. Welcome, girl."
(The Count) "I don’t care. Arrest anyone who looks like a spy or a drifter. As heretics. I do this all for the good of my subjects."
(Vlad Tepes) "Hoho... A trifle... I thought he would provide more enjoyment... But humans die so soon..."
(The Count, monster form) "Heh...heh heh... Now you understand... It’s futile. No matter how many times you chop off my arms and legs! Each time you cut them off, my body becomes stronger! It grows bigger and bigger! A mere sword can’t POSSIBLE DESTROY ME!"
(Vlad Tepes, monster form) "Well done... I praise you for getting this far. But after all, you’re only human!! THIS IS YOUR LIMIT!!"
(The Count, horrified by himself) "Theresia..." (pronounced tare-raze-ee-uh)
