> I've never had troubles associated with Vlad because of one of the main > reasons I like him. While Vlad had a unique position as both a Easterner > and a Dragerean, most of his Bad-assery comes from him, not because he > picked up a powerful weapon (like Morrolan and Aliera), and not because he's > a demigod (like Aliera). He's just human, he's a smart human who's had some > lucky breaks, but his coolness comes from something that anyone could > attain, not some extraordinary power. > > AkodoBob While I've never had a problem with Vlad's badassedness (if this isn't a word, it should be), I don't think we can attribute his successes only to elements that everybody could attain. He may not be a demi-god but he is the latest incarnation of a very powerful figure and still retains some of the powers. This heritage also supplies him with a host of friends that includes great weapon holders, a demi-god, a goddess, a demon, an undead enchantress, etc. Any old Easterner on the street couldn't really aspire to where Vlad is with just a few lucky breaks. Ken _______________________________________________________________ Sign up for FREE iVillage newsletters <http://s.ivillage.com/rd/16705> . >From health and pregnancy to shopping and relationships, iVillage has the scoop on what matters most to you.