Nightstalkers

[Aimee Nicole]

SEQUENCE ONE PREMISE | EVERY "HERO" HAS AN ORIGIN, AND EVERY TEAM HAS A STARTING POINT. Manhattan, New York. It's never been known for it's safety and as such, it's home to some of the greatest heroes of our time: the Avengers, the Fantastic Five, the lesser known X-MEN and everyone's friendly neighborhood Spider-Girl. But in a darker, much less explored part of the city there resides a network of nightmares many people never have to worry about: Vampires. These vampires have long terrorized the streets of New York but the war against them is one fought mostly in secret -- a deep, dark secret in the city that never sleeps that the Nightstalkers have taken upon themselves to keep.

They aren't conventional heroes by any means. There is no spandex, no team battle cry or matching uniforms. They don't flaunt their names or allow themselves to be publicly known. But they are heroes regardless, fighting to keep a growing threat at bay.

This first sequence showcases what made Abigail Whistler into the vengeful and determined woman she is today, and how the Nightstalkers came to be. It follows their formation, giving focus to each member of the team and introduces them to a battle that has gotten far out of hand -- and they may not be able to keep it under control.

See the "Creator Notes" for more details.



ABIGAIL WHISTLER [VAN HELSING / KILLSHOT] | Abigail was just your typical little girl until her family was brutally murdered by vampires. Since, she's transformed into a walking emotional tank, stoic and cold when in battle. Outside of a fight, Abigail tends to be easy-going and lighter, balancing herself out. She is the Nightstalkers' leader. Portrayed by Sienna Miller.



HANNIBAL KING | The ex-vampire Hannibal King is the lightest of the team. He's fun, a little crazy, and insanely sarcastic. While annoying to some, he brings the fun to the Nightstalkers. With him around, there is never a dull moment. He is the second in command of the Nightstalkers. Portrayed by Ryan Reynolds.



TAYLOR SOMMERFIELD | Sommerfield is perhaps the most remarkable of the team. She was blind from birth, but has managed to beat all odds against her to become of the greatest scientific minds of our time. Not only is she the team's medic, but she has also created several serums, cures, and other medical breakthroughs -- mostly involving vampires. Portrayed by Natasha Lyonne.



VALENTINA DRAKE [SHIV] | Valentina is a Daywalker (half-human, half vampire) who only feeds from "bad people" -- murderers and rapists, to be specific. Shiv is fun-loving but tough and always tries to find the positives in the worst of situations. She often has to serve as "the glue" that holds the group's mentality together. Portrayed by Sienna Guillory.



DAKEN HOWLETT [X-23] | X-23 was part of a top-secret, entirely confidential project of the United States government known as "Howlett". Little is known on the details of this project, or what the reason for his codename is and X-23 -- who calls himself Daken -- is almost as mysterious as the background surrounding him. And to make matters worse, he's got a short temper and a bad attitude. Portrayed by Ian Somerhalder.



LAURA HOWLETT [X-24] |[/b] X-24, naming herself Laura, was also part of the government project known as "Howlett". Like her brother, she's also got a short fuse and an attitude that isn't all that great. She keeps to herself, and prefers to stay close to X-23. Separation is not an option. Portrayed by Michelle Ryan.

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Abigail Whistler (Miller) has been hunting vampires since she was eighteen, having trained herself in almost everything she knows. But as the vampire threat continues to grow, she needs help. With assistance from her partner Taylor Sommerfield (Lyonne), she's created the start of what she hopes will grow into something much bigger -- The Nightstalkers.

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Nearly eleven years ago, Abigail Whistler's (Miller) family was brutally murdered by vampires. Now -- fueled by revenge and the desire to form her own group of vampire hunters -- she tracks down her vampire-slaying father Abraham Whistler (Special guest star Kris Kristofferson), seeking help.

Whistler (Special guest star Kris Kristofferson) shows Abigail the ropes by taking her to a known vampire hot spot in Los Angeles. But when her stubborn ways get the best of her, she stumbles upon a vampire (Reynolds) who is unlike any she's encountered before -- and puts her life in jeopardy.

Back in New York, with a new member in tow, Abigail (Miller) stumbles upon two runaway twins -- a pair of mutants running away from their ghastly pasts. When she and Hannibal (Reynolds) help them out of a sticky situation and offer them a place with them, the twins reluctantly agree.

Episode Description Pending.


NOTES | FROM THE CREATORS

• This webisode series is set in the VPN's MARVEL UNIVERSE. Will be the final addition to the universe.
  
• It will delve into the vast supernatural mythology of the Marvel Universe, starting with vampires and possibly branching out much later in the series.
  
• It will be comprised of mostly original material, but will also derive certain plot points from the comics to keep it fresh, but with familiarity for fans of the "Blade" comics.
  
• The first two sequences will happen PRIOR TO the start of the Outcasts (timeline wise). As of the third sequence, it will be lined up with the Outcasts almost flawlessly.
  
• With the above statement said, the first sequence takes place 4 years prior to the start of the Outcasts.
  
• Each sequence will consist of 2-3 arcs at 6-8 episodes each, making each sequence roughly 18-ish episodes, give or take a few episode depending.
  

SERIES CREATORS | Aimee Nicole & Maddie Funderbug
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER | Amin Caluk
HEAD WRITERS | Aimee Nicole & Maddie Funderburg
STAFF WRITER | Amin Caluk & Miranda Kilgore

[Aimee Nicole]

Updated the "premise" with a more detailed look into what we'll see in this mini-series "prequel". Sorry about the vagueness of it before.

[The Doctor]

LOVE IT
AND YES.....You put in X-23 and MADE an X-24. I CANNOT WAIT

[Aimee Nicole]

Nov 18, 2011 0:47:18 GMT -6 The Doctor said:

LOVE IT
AND YES.....You put in X-23 and MADE an X-24. I CANNOT WAIT

I knew you'd pick up on that lmao! I can assure you (and anyone else wondering) that the story of those characters is drastically different from the comics and any other media they've been involved with. So any ideas or knowledge you think you may have on their origins...well, I can tell you that you're probably going in the wrong direction.

[The Doctor]

CANT WAIT

[Aimee Nicole]

This pitch has been re-worked into a webisode series instead, for a multitude of reasons. Mostly because of mine and Maddie's involvement in the parent shows to this one, as well as R.A.N.G.E.R.S, but also because this series, we think, would work better as a webisode series. The pitch will be moved to the Webiside section as soon as I get in contact with Chris.

Until then, I've changed/updated the first post with the new information. The first episode is done, but I won't release it until the 2-3 is finished as well.

[Deleted]

I read this awhile back when it was first posted and was very interested in it because it featured X-23. After re-reading it and being more knowledgeable on my VPN Marvel Universe I can definitely say that I am very excited for this show. Plus, I love me some webisodes! Best of luck working on all of your projects Aimee and Maddie!

[Aimee Nicole]

Thanks, Cadamdale! We're glad you're excited for it. At first, I was a little iffy on it myself but I've been becoming more knowledgeable in both Blade and the general, supernatural/paranormal part of the Marvel Universe and I think we've got a LOT of material to twist and turn, and even original ideas, to make a lasting series out of. Can't wait to see what you guys think of it once the episodes are posted.

[Aimee Nicole]

Icon for the first episode updated, and second episode's icon added with a title. First episode officially complete, second episode nearing completion. Creators notes updated with sequence info.

[Deleted]

I am really liking the new artwork - great job! I'd be happy to review anything again if you need me to. Good luck writing more episodes!

[Aimee Nicole]

More episode icons and descriptions added. I changed around the episodes -- again -- so I apologize. I also want to point out that not all the vampires in this series are going to be your "typical" vampires that you're used to seeing. Marvel has a large selection of different vampiric races we'll be using and/or altering. Such as...these creepy bastards.

[Jason T. Davis]

I've always liked the vampire lore from Marvel, and I could really see a series like "Nightstalkers," doing very well. I've got to say that Sienna Miller is perfect for Abigail Whistler, and I really like the dark, more edgy tone the show seems to be built on. I'm interested in learning more about the different plots you plan on creating for this

Good luck with this!

[Aimee Nicole]

Apr 22, 2012 16:20:08 GMT -6 Jason T. Davis said:

I've always liked the vampire lore from Marvel, and I could really see a series like "Nightstalkers," doing very well. I've got to say that Sienna Miller is perfect for Abigail Whistler, and I really like the dark, more edgy tone the show seems to be built on. I'm interested in learning more about the different plots you plan on creating for this

Good luck with this!

The vampire lore from Marvel is something that I very recently actually got into. I mean, I loved the Blade movies but I didn't realize how far it actually went until I read "X-MEN: Curse of the Mutants", "X-Men vs. Vampires" and "Spider-Man vs. Vampires" that I actually learned just how deep it really went. That said, I'm glad to really get into and expand on it in this series, all the while connecting it to both Outcasts and Age of Heroes.

Sienna Miller was the only one of the only other two people I could see portraying Abigail Whistler since Jessica Biel is already being used in this universe. My other option was Kate Beckinsale, but because I needed her to be (or at least LOOK) a little younger, I went with Sienna instead.

We plan to do a lot of different plots for this series, and even branch out far beyond vampires. I'd also like to do a few crossovers with at least the Outcasts, but we'll see how that turns out. But there is a LOT in store for this series, I can promise that. I'd go into more detail but I don't wanna spoil anything in this thread XD

Thanks for your feedback, Jason! It's always much appreciated. ^^

[Aimee Nicole]

The first two episodes have finally been posted!

[Brady Brown]

Review: 1.01 “Along Came a Nightstalker”

I like the scenes of Abigail fighting with the vampires. I think the action/descriptions were very well done, and I loved all the weapons she had. Guess that’s why Zoey couldn’t play in her armory? xD

I like the relationship between the three girls in this episode. I really enjoy how Abigail treats Zoey. It’s sort of like a cool uncle or aunt or maybe even a cousin. And I really like Taylor, too. The fact that she’s blind and has the ability to do all these things intrigues me.

If I had to point out something I’m a bit iffy about, and it’s not a bad thing, but it seems to me that all your main characters of your shows are homosexual. And to me, it can get a tad bit repetitive. Now, I have no knowledge on the character you are trying to portray in the comics, so this could be exactly right. So, sorry if that’s the case. xD

All in all, I really enjoyed this. It’s intrigued me about the Marvel Vampire universe, and I can’t wait to check out the next episode. So, my final rating would be --

9/10 -- great story, great characters, and can’t wait to read more!

[Cyclopscars]

Oh my god this si so amazing. Sienna Miller fits the role very well.

[Aimee Nicole]

May 9, 2012 18:06:41 GMT -6 Brady Brown said:

I like the scenes of Abigail fighting with the vampires. I think the action/descriptions were very well done, and I loved all the weapons she had. Guess that’s why Zoey couldn’t play in her armory? xD

I'm glad you enjoyed the fighting scenes! Abigail's weapons have always intrigued me as well, so I wanted to make sure to kinda showcase those right off the bat. I'm glad you liked them as well. We'll be seeing a lot of those, definitely.

May 9, 2012 18:06:41 GMT -6 Brady Brown said:

I like the relationship between the three girls in this episode. I really enjoy how Abigail treats Zoey. It’s sort of like a cool uncle or aunt or maybe even a cousin. And I really like Taylor, too. The fact that she’s blind and has the ability to do all these things intrigues me.

I'm really glad that it came off that way. We really wanted to make sure to show that Abigail and Zoey are really close, you could even say older to younger sister and it'll be something that grows throughout the series and will prove to be really important. [/quote]

One of the things I loved most about Sommerfield in the movie was that she was blind, but could do things that a sighted person may not even be able to do. The extent of her abilities has yet to be shown, but I assure you she won't cease to amaze.

May 9, 2012 18:06:41 GMT -6 Brady Brown said:

If I had to point out something I’m a bit iffy about, and it’s not a bad thing, but it seems to me that all your main characters of your shows are homosexual. And to me, it can get a tad bit repetitive. Now, I have no knowledge on the character you are trying to portray in the comics, so this could be exactly right. So, sorry if that’s the case. xD

For the homosexual characters, it's kind of a mix of different things. In this case, it was implied in the movie Blade: Trinity (and other medias surrounding the movie) that Sommerfield and Abigail were "lovers". Originally, I wasn't going to go with that but after thinking about it and planning out further into the VPN's Marvel Universe, it wouldn't better for future plot lines and such if I DID go with that storyline.

It's also partly because a lot of shows (virtual series and television), comics, etc., feature main characters that are heterosexual and the universe Maddie and I have created is aimed not only at the normal audiences, but also to appeal to audiences that aren't usually appealed to directly. That, and I find it a little easier to relate to those characters in certain ways.

May 9, 2012 18:06:41 GMT -6 Brady Brown said:

All in all, I really enjoyed this. It’s intrigued me about the Marvel Vampire universe, and I can’t wait to check out the next episode. So, my final rating would be --

9/10 -- great story, great characters, and can’t wait to read more!

Thank you so much for reading and reviewing, Brady. It means a lot! I can't wait to see what you think of the second episode!

[Jack Malone]

Review: "Along Came A Slayer"

The episode opened with a great action sequence that really showcased what I believe has been your best writing - it felt different to the way you write the Outcasts, not just in tone, but also in the way you've formatted it. It was snappy. Quick and to the point, but also insanely descriptive. I really enjoyed it!

I loved the description of Abigail: "behind them we see an unwavering determination in her blue eyes, but a softness hidden deep within." It gave us insight into the kind of person she was, and really highlighted the fact that this is someone who may not necessarily be the "what you see is what you get" kind of girl. There's layers to her - and peeling them back, and getting to the core of this character is something that I'm looking forward to.

I have to extend on what Brady said, in regards to your shows having a homosexual main protagonist. Exploring both heterosexual and homosexual characters and relationships on The Outcasts felt like a perfect, and unique idea, and it really worked well for the show because of how they are mutants, and not all of them are accepted by society, yet they still fight for it, and protect it. To not only change the genders, but also the sexuality of those characters -- it really emphasized one of the key aspects of the series, and I always applauded that.

That said, my main problem centers around Brady's comment - it does get repetitive. Personally, I read all relationships, and view all relationships, the same - whether its a man and a woman, or two women or two men. Its still love, and romance, and all of that. However, whereas its something I felt was creatively great for the Outcasts, I'm not quite sure how I feel about another character, in a long list of characters from your "Marvel Universe" sharing homosexual traits, especially when its often rare to see heterosexual relationships develop in this vast universe you've moulded with the Outcasts, and later Age of Heroes, and now with Nightstalkers. I think its great to have main homosexual protagonists, however... looking at what your response to the topic was: "a lot of shows feature main characters that are heterosexual and the universe Maddie and I have created is aimed not only at the normal audiences but also to appeal to audiences that aren't usually appealed to directly," I have to say that there doesn't seem to be a balance for audiences (in terms of the universe you've created, not this series in particular), and that your aim to appeal to both seems to favor one more than the other. I don't mean to offend, but I think it would be interesting to see a heterosexual relationship develop in this universe. In terms of Abigail, it comes down to how you see the character - you know, what is her sexuality? Either one is fine. My main point to get across is finding some balance, and whether or not we'll see a heterosexual relationship get as much development and focus than a homosexual one (especially with this series not sharing the same themes as The Outcasts).

Back to the episode...

Watching Blade, I loved the "blind" character. Here, Taylor just stands out from the others. The fact that she can do so much, yet be at a disadvantage - its really something I hope to see develop more and more over the course of the series. Zoey, on the other hand, has quite an adorable relationship with Abigail, and I think, going off of that beautiful description of her, a key to unlocking that softer side to Abigail is shown through her interactions with Zoey. She is one of those characters that I think will ground Abigail, keep her human in such a demonic world, you know?

Lastly, I have to comment on "story." This was keeping me from reviewing because I didn't know how to discuss that. I think this episode introduces the characters well, established a solid relationship between them, but looking at the story, I wasn't quite able to summarize it, and figure out WHAT the story for this episode was truly about. Its hard - a webisode goes for 10 pages, and you can't have a mindblowing storyline for each little addition. So I'm a bit torn. I felt like you introduced the characters perfectly, you had some build up involved that gave us insight into what to expect in this arc, if not, sequence. You opened the episode with an exciting battle, and you ended with our characters setting off for another one. I have no knowledge of the characters in the Blade series, or anything to do with that aspect of Marvel, so a few references may have gone over my head, but all in all, I quite enjoyed this. It was a pretty great first episode. 9/10.