First meeting, dance hall
J: Strange…I sense a dark power within you…who are you?
Soma: It is rude to ask questions before introducing yourself.
J: Yes, you’re right. I can’t give you my name, but people call me J.
Soma: People call you “J”? Why hide your real name? Are you a criminal?
J: No I have amnesia. I’m told that I was in an accident in 1999. When I woke up in the hospital, I had forgotten my name and my past.
Soma: Oh I see. Well, my name’s Soma.
J: Your dark power…were you born with it?
Soma: I don’t really know. I first noticed it when I entered this castle.
J: I see. I guess I was mistaken.
Soma: Mr. J, why have you come to this castle?
J: Call me J. I am filled with fear when I hear the name Dracula. I came here because of the prophecy. I also thought my memory might return. In fact, since my arrival, I have felt like my memory is returning.
Soma: And your accident occurred in 1999…maybe Dracula was involved…?
J: I fear you are correct. Especially since I have magical powers.
Soma: J, are you an exorcist?
J: Well, you might say that. But I work for no one but myself. I must be going now. I’m sure we’ll meet again.
Soma: Yes, see ya.
J: Oohh…
Soma: J, what’s wrong? You look pale.
J: D-don’t worry. Just now…all of my memories came flooding back.
Soma: What?!
J: It seems your dark power triggered the return of my memories. Just like I guessed…I have quite an extensive history with Dracula.
Soma : I thought so…
J: My real name is Julius Belmont. I am a descendant of a clan that has fought Dracula for ages.
Soma: And the person who destroyed Dracula in 1999 was…
Julius: Yes. It was me, but there were others who assisted me.
Soma: So if Dracula is revived again, just as it is written in the prophecy…
Julius: Then I must destroy him! It is my destiny.
Soma: You haven’t met a man named Graham yet, have you?
Julius: Graham? Oh you mean that missionary right? I met him a little while ago. But when he saw my face, he turned and ran.
Soma: He told me that he was Dracula.
Julius: I did sense Dracula’s powers at work within him…but it’s difficult to believe he’s Dracula. Rather, I think…no, forget it. It is nothing more than a hunch.
Soma: Huh?
Julius: Assuming he is Dracula, I won’t be able to kill him yet.
Soma: Why not?
Julius: I need my weapon.
Soma: Your weapon?
Julius: Yes. It’s a whip that was handed down to me. It’s called “Vampire Killer.” In 1999, I sealed it in this castle to weaken his spirit and magical powers.
Soma: You mean it’s in this castle somewhere?
Julius: Yes. And I know exactly where it is. I’ll go and get it now.
Soma: Alright. Please be careful.
Julius: Pray that my hunch proves to be wrong. Farewell for now.
Julius: Stop!
Soma: Julius?
(Julius enters)
Julius: So you were the one. I didn’t want to believe it was true.
Soma: It’s true. I am Dracula. But I’m not what you think I am!
Julius: I must destroy Dracula at any cost. That is my destiny.
Soma: NO WAIT! I don’t want to fight against you!
Julius: Nothing you can say will stop me! Prepare to die!
(Fight happens, Julius falls to his knees)
Soma: STOP! I’VE HAD ENOUGH!
Julius: Wh…why? Why won’t you finish me off?
Soma: You took it easy on me. I could tell. The strength of a Belmont…no, the strength of a vampire hunter is greater than this.
Julius: …when I fought, I felt the evil spirit within you. But there’s more. I also sensed Soma’s spirit. And that’s more than enough to stop me.
Soma: I’ve got a favor to ask of you.
Julius: What is it?
Soma: From here, I will set off to fight against my own fate. If I lose the battle and become the reincarnation of evil…I want you to kill me.
Julius: …I will…I promise.
Soma: Thanks. Now I can go into this battle without reservations.
Julius: Farewell my friend. Don’t let me use that whip again.
Soma: I’m finally here. I wonder if I can do this alone.
Mina: You’re not alone.
Soma: Wh…what?!
Mina: Everyone remaining in the castle combined their powers to contact you.
Soma: Does that mean they all know…that I’m Dracula?
Mina: Yes. Arikado told us everything.
Soma: I bet they’re all afraid of me.
Mina: No, not at all! At first, we were shocked. But everyone believes you’ll get through this. I’m going to send you a message from them now. Listen…
Hammer : You’ll visit my shop again, won’t ya? I’ll be waitin for ya.
Yoko: Good morning, Soma. I heard about what just happened to you. I told you this before: you are who you are and you mustn’t let him win.
Julius: To the man who beat me…don’t disappoint me now.
Arikado: This is your last chance. And ours as well…I’m counting on you.
Soma: They’re all…rooting for me.
Mina: You can do it. Because I believe in you.
Soma: Mina! Alright…here I go!
Yoko: Hello, Soma. Congratulations. I’ve got another job that I must attend to, so I have to go now. When I heard that YOU were Dracula, I was shocked… I was also just waking up, you know. If you think about it, though, everything turned out OK. Ha ha ha… … I’ll never forget your strength and courage. And I haven’t thanked you yet for rescuing me. So…thanks. You’re like a younger brother to me. It was fun, and I hope we meet again. Goodbye.
Hammer: Hey there! Much obliged for your business at my shop. Back at the castle, I realized my true calling. Fighting’s not for me. I think I’ll quit the army and open up a shop sometime soon. Promise me you’ll come. I’ll give ya a good deal.
Julius: You fought well. When we fled the castle, I felt the power from Vampire Killer fading away. I don’t know what that means. But I won’t have to do anything for the time being. Farewell. May we meet again.
Arikado: The path you took was the most challenging one. You did well. For God to be good, evil is an absolute necessity in this world. In the future, someone may follow again in Dracula’s dark footsteps. At that time, perhaps we’ll meet again. Farewell… In my mother’s name, I send thanks to you.
Mina: …Wake up… Wake up…Wake…
Mina: Wake up… Wake up, Soma.
Soma: Uh, ungh…
Mina: Soma! Thank god, you woke up.
Soma: Heard you folks speak. I was saved by you all again.
Mina: Again?
Soma: Yes… I couldn’t have won the last battle by myself. Everyone’s kind words and encouragement led me to victory…
Mina: Yes…
Soma: Remember, inside of me, Dracula’s power lies sleeping. It’s not evil, but… it’s definitely changed me.
Mina: It’s OK. If anything ever happens again, everyone will rush to your aid.
Soma: That’s right. I guess they will. Look, the eclipse has ended. Your kind words gave me the strength to win… Thanks…
(Credits roll)
(Soma is seated on Dracula's throne, holding a glass of red wine. Julius enters)
Julius: Sorry I kept you waiting. Time to keep that promise I made you.
(Soma throws his glass aside, the scene fades, credits roll)
