[ OT ] How to go about writing a good vampire character ?

I would ask myself what I am looking for in the vampire character? Do you want him/her to be able to be in the sunlight, if so are you wanting a ring, rune, or only when you do a magical spell on order to withstand the sun? It is important to ask oneself questions like this and others. Do you want him/her to transform into a bat? Also, just do n't make them sparkle. Do they gain more strength from human blood than animal? Is really the stake that kills them, or does it have to be blessed? Hope this helps.
