Klaus Timeline ( Real )

creation
October 8, 2003

Creation of Klaus

The character Klaus was created by writer Robert Kirkman and artist Tony Moore for the comic series 'The Walking Dead'.

appearance
February 2005

Introduction in The Walking Dead Comics

Klaus first appeared in 'The Walking Dead' comic series issue #12, marking his debut in the franchise.

adaptation
October 14, 2012

Adaptation in The Walking Dead TV Series

Klaus was adapted into the television series 'The Walking Dead', portrayed by actor Joseph Gatt, expanding his reach to a wider audience.

media_appearance
April 24, 2012

Appearance in The Walking Dead Video Game

The character Klaus appeared as a non-playable character in 'The Walking Dead' video game by Telltale Games, further diversifying the character's media presence.

Klaus Timeline ( Fictional )

birth
October 5, 976 AD

Birth of Klaus Mikaelson

Klaus Mikaelson is born in the 10th century in the Viking settlement in Scandinavia.

transformation
Circa 1020 AD

Transformation into a Hybrid

Klaus becomes the first known vampire-werewolf hybrid after being cursed by his mother and father’s werewolf bloodline mixing with the vampire bloodline.

family
Early 11th century

Formation of the Original Family

Klaus, along with his siblings Elijah, Rebekah, Kol, and Finn, form the Original vampire family.

curse
Approximately 1500s

Creation of the Curse of the Sun and Moon

Klaus completes the curse that affects vampire and werewolf hybrids, cursing them to lose their powers on the full moon nights.

influence
Late 18th century

Founding of Mystic Falls

Klaus influences the early settlers of Mystic Falls, Virginia, shaping its history and vampire lore.

return
2009

Klaus’ Return to Mystic Falls

Centuries later, Klaus returns to Mystic Falls to reclaim his power and protect his family, setting the events of The Vampire Diaries and The Originals into motion.

conflict
2012

Destruction of Mikael

Klaus kills his own father Mikael in an intense confrontation to protect his siblings and assert his dominance.

empire
2013

Founding the Vampire Nation in New Orleans

Klaus establishes a powerful vampire empire in New Orleans, consolidating his power and influence.

sacrifice
2018

Klaus’s Sacrifice to Save Hope

Klaus sacrifices himself to save his daughter Hope Mikaelson, ensuring her safety and the survival of his bloodline.