The Vampire Diaries

Here's everything you've been dying to know about the hot immortal with a stake in Elena Gilbert's heart—and a smoldering resentment towards his older evil brother, Damon.

If you're drawn to the Salvatore brothers, and hungry to learn more about the characters who love, fear, and loathe them, read on!

From Elena Gilbert and her doppelgänger to immortals, this paranormal romance series is driven by an array of powerful, intriguing characters. Here's a rundown of who's who and how their stories intersect.