On the Back Cover:

I am Prince Vlad III - son of Vlad the Great, and sovereign and ruler of Ungro-Walachia and the duchies of Amlas and Fagaras.

But since my father's murder, I have had another name.

I am Dracula.

 “I have a ten-year old son. The idea of Doctor Who versus Dracula seemed like a really good one to him – I told him about it. He would have killed me if I’d said no! My experience of Doctor Who stretches way, way back to Patrick Troughton. And Jon Pertwee was obviously a big one for me because I was a young teenager when [he] was doing it.”


Director: Barnaby Edwards

”I have always enjoyed what are referred to as ‘pure historicals’ – stories set sometime in the Earth’s pas, without aliens or monsters. Brining real history to life presents its own challenges, of course, which is why casting is so important. The dialogue in Son of the Dragon is eloquent and involved, full of facts, allusions and poetic turns of phrase – and that demands a certain kind of actor. James, Douglas and the rest of the talented cast brought immense power, wit and believability to their roles. Their theatrical savvy and native intelligence is the blood that races through Vlad’s veins. After being dead for five centuries, Dracula rises triumphantly from the grave.”

Who's Who?

The Fifth Doctor

First television appearance: "Castrovalva"
First chronological Big Finish audio appearance: "Land of the Dead"

 He has been exploring the universe for hundreds of years. He fights injustice. He defeats evil. He helps people. In his fifth incarnation, The Doctor is more restrained in temper, calmer in attitude and visually younger in appearance than he used to be. He looks for the best in people and tries never to deliberately offend or cause trouble. Some may underestimate him because of his comparatively youthful nature. But those enemies who do, do so at their own risk...


Peri Brown

First television appearance: "Planet of Fire"
First chronological Big Finish audio appearance: "Red Dawn"

 Perpugilliam Brown has been travelling with The Doctor for a while now. Their relationship can be fractious - but is generally lighthearted and friendly. A keen botanist, resourceful and compassionate, Peri also has an edgy side; a wry sense of humour that can infuriate her travelling companion.


Erimem

First Big Finish audio appearance: "The Eye of the Scorpion"

 Upon the death of her father, Erimemushinseperem - Erimem for short - became Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. During an attempt on her life she met The Doctor and Peri, who were instrumental in saving her. Before her coronation, the officials decided upon a different, male, Pharaoh - a decision that did not completely disappoint Erimem, who then joined The Doctor and Peri on their travels.