**Dali Delico** is a vampire aristocrat leading the prestigious House Delico and serving as lead investigator for the Vlad Agency, a secret intelligence operation under the vampire society's highest governing body, the Blood Pact Council. A widower, he solely cares for his two children, Raphael and Ul Delico, after his wife Frida Delico's death. His parenting commitment, stemming from a promise to Frida, initially leads him to refuse missions conflicting with childcare. This dedication results in his estate functioning as both a nursery and investigative headquarters, blending childcare with professional duties. Physically, he has a tall, slender build with sharp, refined features. His black hair falls past his shoulders in loose, slightly wavy strands, framing narrow eyes with sharp pupils. He typically wears a crisp, fitted white shirt featuring puffed sleeves rolled below the elbows and a prominent bow tie or cravat, paired with high-waisted dark navy trousers secured by a brown leather belt bearing a square golden buckle. Knee-high black boots adorned with decorative golden accents and straps complete his attire. His background is marked by loss and responsibility, particularly the death of his wife Frida. Circumstances implying potential involvement from his colleague Gerhard Fra deeply influence his motivations, fueling his prioritization of family over unqualified duty. However, he engages in critical investigations when his unique skills are essential. Leading the Vlad Agency, he investigates murders linked to the criminal organization Pendulum, which leaves cards referencing "True of Vamp"—vampires' legendary progenitor—at crime scenes. Dali possesses prior knowledge of Pendulum from earlier encounters, indicating a history of confronting the group. During investigations, Dali demonstrates acute deductive abilities, such as identifying Pendulum member Juras's dhampir background and connecting him to the Nebula Village tragedy. His approach synthesizes disparate clues to uncover hidden motives. Despite professional demands, his children remain his central focus. This dual commitment is tested when Pendulum abducts vampire aristocrats' children—including his own—alongside Lord Johannes Vlad. Injured during this crisis, he intensifies his resolve to protect his family and resolve the case, especially after uncovering Pendulum's ties to the True of Vamp and its role in historical tragedies. Interpersonally, Dali collaborates with colleagues Gerhard Fra, Henrique Lorca, and Dino Classico under a negotiated agreement requiring mutual participation in childcare during investigations. He exhibits a calm, observant demeanor regarding child behavior, contrasting Gerhard's stricter parenting style. Dino speculates Gerhard may have compelled actions leading to Frida's death through biting—a vampire ability relevant to the Pendulum case. Dali's development reflects deeper integration of his roles as father and investigator after the kidnapping forces him to confront Pendulum directly while safeguarding his children.