Description
Over the course of the week, leading up to Halloween; strange things had been happening, in the
small quiet village of Lighthaven. Villagers were been taken away, in the middle of the night; never to
return.
The fiendish culprits behind these mysterious disapearances were Goblins, who feasted upon the inhabitants, with
their insatiable appetite, for human flesh.
Tonight was no different! A young solitary woman sits alone, on the outskirts of the village. She appears unaware
of the approaching menace and the danger, as they sniff the air keenly; with their green astute noses; picking up
her familiar scent. Her pale skin glistens, in the moonlight. This elegant women of slim stature and impressive
beauty is called Clara. To the Goblins. She will be easy pickings. A succulent morsal of food, who won't be able,
to put up much of a fight on her own; against a horde of Goblins!
But, things aren't always what they seem on first appearances! Although, Clara does indeed give off the sweet
aroma of a human being. This lady has a secret. Clara is also half vampire! She was turned a few centuries ago.
And, from that moment on; she needed blood to survive. Her bloodlust was unquenchable. And, after each victim was
dispatched; and she was full. A great sense of guilt prayed upon her mind. But, when the intense hungry took over
again; no one would escape her clutches!
Little changed over the years; until she was fortunate, to stumble upon a white witch called Raven; whilst on her
travels. This talented witch was very powerful with magic; and could have easily slain her; had it been her wish.
But, the kind witch sensed the good in Clara. She could see; that there was still love in her heart and some of
her humanity remained. Raven also felt the heavy burden; that she had been carrying, all those years. After all;
she never chose to be a vampire. It was forced upon her!
So, the good witch spared her and took pity upon Clara. She fashioned her a magical amulet, which when worn around
her neck; would show the true intentions and nature of any animal, creature or human soul. This way, innocent lives
could be saved. And, those who deserved retribution; would be punished. Clara had become a vessel of vengence.
From now on, she would seek redemption, by only feeding on those, who were unscrupulous, corrupt, unjust; or the
most evil.
As the Goblins slowly encircled their prey; their mouths drooled with anticipation, exposing their long, pointy,
white teeth. They sneaked closer, foolishly unaware of Clara's true nature! They pressed on in haste; not realising
that they were walking into a trap! From the second, they had chanced stepping out of the safety of the shadows;
Clara had known they were there. Her senses were more precise and keen. Being half vampire; she was also much
stronger than any Goblin alive. This had been Clara's plan all along! She had heard about the terrible plight of
the villagers going missing; and she had offered herself up willingly as bait; to ensnare the perpetrators.
Very soon, the Goblins would learn the truth, but by then, it would be too late. Only then would they truly
realise their folly; that they would be the ones on the menu tonight!
This is my second Halloween special. Modelled in Blender 2.79 using Blender Cycles and the Filmic renderer.
Wishing everyone a lovely Halloween!