Handsome, arrogant and charismatic, the Von Carsteins are true masters of man and beasts.

The Von Carstein dynasty are the vampires who have ruled Sylvania for many years, being one of the greatest threats to the Empire and indeed the world at large. Vampires of this dynasty are known for their arrogance, power, leadership and affinity for the creatures of darkness, maintaining a standing army of Blood Knights and powerful Necrarch members. They were the true Aristocracy of the Night.