This article is about the comic story. For the episode, see Carpe Noctem. |
Carpe Noctem, Part Two is a Tales short story, following Carpe Noctem, Part Two. It was written by Jackie Kessler and illustrated by Paul Lee.
Summary
Cyn agrees to go out clubbing more often, using this as an excuse to find more prey. As Ash takes home a man and proceeds to have sex and drink from him, she asks Cyn to join. She does, but then drains the man. The two roommates get into an argument and Ash stakes Cyn, remarking that she should have changed with the times.
Continuity
- The story takes place during the vampire craze, set in Harmonic Divergence.
- Cyn reflects on her victim from the previous night (Carpe Noctem, Part Two).
Appearances
Individuals
- Ash
- Cyn
- Harmony Kendall (Only mentioned)
Species
Weapons and objects
Death count
- Unidentified man, drained by Cyn.
- Cyn, staked by Ash.
Behind the scenes
Production
- Carpe Noctem, Part Two was originally published in the digital anthology MySpace/Dark Horse Presents #32.
- The story opens with a quote from the dystopian novel "Brave New World" (1931).
Collections
Pop culture references
- Ash has a poster for the Twilight film (2008) by her mirror and the book (2005) by her bed.
- One of the framed pictures features Bela Lugosi in the Dracula film (1931).
- Ash’s bedroom has a print of pop artist Andy Warhol, from the MoMA Design Store.
Quotes
Ash - "I can't believe I killed her before she replace the TV." |
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