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Mavis Dracula

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Holy rabies!Mavis' catchphrase.

I grew up knowing nothing living inside that hotel. Maybe if Dennis grew up away from Transylvania, they won't be so freaky, like... me.Mavis expressing her feelings towards herself and Dennis to Johnny.

Mavis Dracula-Loughran, or simply Mavis, is the deuteragonist of Sony Pictures Animation's Hotel Transylvania franchise.

She is the 118 (later 126)-year old daughter of Dracula, the former owner of the titular hotel, who always has a curiosity about the world outside of the hotel itself. She is also the love interest and later wife of Jonathan and the mother of Dennis.

Portrayals

  • In all of the feature films and the short film Puppy!, she was voiced by Selena Gomez, who also portrayed Alex Russo in the Wizards of Waverly Place franchise. While she was younger, she was voiced by Sadie Sandler in the first film and Victoria Gomez in Hotel Transylvania: Transformania.
  • In the TV series, she was voiced by Bryn McAuley, who also voiced Samey from Total Drama: Pahkitew Island.
  • In the video game adaptations, she was voiced by Melissa Sturm.

Personality

Mavis is gentle, headstrong, curious, dramatic, and independent. She has a little bit of an attitude, but she is very sincere and gentle. An innocent, wholesome, soft-spoken, and amiable person.

Mavis wants a little bit of independence and trust from her father, and often gets bored. She dreams of exploring the world and experiencing all the sights and sounds that the world has to offer, but all that becomes a reality when she meets Jonathan and, unknowingly, falls in love with a human.

She is also always willing to help someone out, even if her own life is in danger. Proof of that is when she was at the "human" village.

After all the threats the pitchfork-armed, torch-wielding "humans" made of burning her clothes, taking her candy, biting her toes, and even shoving garlic bread in her face, she still offered her help when the "humans" were on fire. She said "Holy rabies! You're on fire. Can I do anything? Can I help you?"

In the second film, after becoming a mother, Mavis begins to adopt some of her father's overprotectiveness and attachment to her child, going so far as to baby-proof everything in the hotel, never leaving his side and wanting to move to California in order for her son to grow up in a safe environment and around other children like him.

Unlike her father, she doesn't seem to care that Dennis isn't a full vampire and accepts him for who he is even standing up to people who she assumes are prejudicing him for being a hybrid.

Appearance

Mavis has pale skin, beautiful blue eyes and short jet black hair with bangs. She wears a black turtleneck dress with long black fingerless lace gloves, black and red striped tights and red Converse.

She also wears black lipstick matched with black nail polish and dark eyeshadow.

For her 118th birthday party, she sewed together all her black cloaks to make a large one.

On her wedding day, she wore a black wedding dress with spider web design on the chest and a red jewel pendant. She also wore a thin, silver tiara and a sparkling spider web veil. Mavis carried a bouquet of black flowers and had long lacy black gloves on.

In Summer Vacation, she sports a plain black swimsuit when in the pool or scuba-diving, and a short black dress with large purple flowers on it, and a matching band for a belt around the waist. She also wears a pair of salmon-colored flip-flops and a purple flower in her hair. At the cruise party, she has glow in the dark colorful bands around her neck and on her wrists.

Relationships

Family

  • Count Dracula (father) - Mavis and her father don't always see eye to-eye sometimes, but at the end of the day, they love each other and Mavis understands that her dad is just trying to protect her, even if that means him being extremely annoying and unreasonable. She was furious with her father when she learned that he lied and tricked her but eventually forgave him when he returned Jonathan to her and allowed them to date. Mavis is heartbroken when she realizes her dad has fallen in love with Ericka and assumes she'll never see him again but he assures her nothing will tear them apart. Mavis loves her father more then anyone and the two rely on each other.
  • Martha LuBov-Dracula (mother; deceased) - Mavis never really knew her mother, since she passed away when Mavis was a baby, although she still thinks about her constantly. Martha means a lot to Mavis and so did the present Martha left for her to open when she turned 118.
  • Dennis Dracula-Loughran (son) - Mavis cares for her son very much and will protect him from anything. She's excited to tell her father she's pregnant but his assumption that the child will be a vampire irritated her slightly. After the birth, Mavis didn't let Dennis out of her sight for a good five years and had her dad baby-proof the entire hotel. She fully accepted the fact that Dennis showed no signs of being a vampire and Dracula's countless attempts to turn the child into a vampire angered her, eventually forcing Mavis to consider moving to California. Nevertheless, Mavis is overjoyed Dennis turns out to be a vampire and the family live happily in the Hotel.

Romance

  • Jonathan Loughran (husband) - Mavis and Jonathan instantly felt something for each other the first time they saw each other and getting to know each other only made their feelings stronger. When Mavis finds out Jonathan is a human, she is disappointed, not because he's a human, but because he lied. When he is ordered to leave, she realizes how much he meant to her and thinks they might have zinged and tries to convince him to stay. Her heart is broken when Jonathan lies, for Dracula's sake, that he hates monsters and leaves. When Jonathan comes back and tells her that she's his zing and the reason why he lied, all is resolved, they became a happy couple and traveled the world together. She also called Jonathan "adorable" when Dracula asked her if she liked him. The two would eventually get married and become parents just two years after they met.

Trivia

  • Her birthdate is September 28, 1894. September 28 is the day when Hotel Transylvania was released, and the film takes place in 2012 (the present day), specifically between September 27–29, 2012. It is also stated that Mavis is 118 in the first film, so she was born in 1894.
    • The series takes place four years before the first film, making her 114-115.
  • Mavis is sometimes thought to be the main protagonist of the first film.
  • Miley Cyrus was originally considered to voice Mavis before the role went to fellow Disney veteran Selena Gomez.
  • She's very good at sewing.
  • Mavis never really heard about "Hawaii" and calls it "Paradise" but pronounces it "Haweewee". She also said "Ha-wifi" once.
  • Her room number is 174.
  • Mavis and Johnny's only child, Dennis, is named after Johnny's grandfather and was born on Friday the 13th.
  • Dracula's best friend, Frankenstein, is Mavis' godfather because he's closest to Mavis, and Drac and Mavis refers to him as her "uncle". She also calls Frank's wife, Eunice, "Aunt Eunice".
  • Mavis' child voice actress in Hotel Transylvania: Transformania, Victoria Gomez, is actually the real-life younger half-sister of Selena Gomez.
  • Mavis Dracula’s appearance is unique and stylish, reflecting both her gothic vampire heritage and her youthful, modern sensibilities. Here’s a breakdown of her key physical features and fashion choices:
    1. Pale Skin: As a vampire, Mavis has pale, almost porcelain-like skin, which is a defining feature for many vampires in the Hotel Transylvania series. This complements her dark and dramatic style.
    2. Blue Eyes: Mavis has striking blue eyes, which contrast beautifully with her otherwise dark appearance and further emphasize her ethereal and captivating look.
    3. Jet Black Hair with Bangs: Mavis has short, jet black hair that’s styled in a sleek, straight cut with bangs. Her dark hair adds to her gothic appearance while still maintaining a youthful, trendy vibe.
    4. Clothing Style:
      • Black Turtleneck Dress: Mavis is often seen wearing a black turtleneck dress, which is both fashionable and gothic in nature, showcasing her iconic dark aesthetic.
      • Lace Gloves and Striped Tights: She pairs the dress with long, black, fingerless lace gloves, adding an edgy, punk-inspired element to her outfit. Her black and red striped tights further enhance her gothic, rebellious style.
      • Red Converse: To balance the dark tones of her clothing, Mavis adds a splash of color with red Converse sneakers, giving her a modern and casual edge.
      • Black Lipstick and Dark Eyeshadow: Mavis wears black lipstick, dark eyeshadow, and black nail polish, all of which contribute to her signature gothic look.
    5. Special Occasions:
      • 118th Birthday Party: For her birthday, Mavis sewed together a large cloak from all her black cloaks, showcasing her creativity and love for her signature style.
      • Wedding Day: Mavis's wedding dress is a black creation, adorned with a spider web design on the chest, a red jewel pendant, and a silver tiara. She also wears a sparkling spider web veil, symbolizing her unique personality. Her bouquet consists of black flowers, and she completes the look with long, lacy black gloves.
    6. Casual and Vacation Looks:
      • Summer Vacation: On vacation, Mavis wears a simple black swimsuit for pool and scuba diving activities. She also dons a short black dress with large purple flowers, a matching purple flower belt, salmon-colored flip-flops, and a flower in her hair, offering a more relaxed and fun side to her wardrobe.
      • Cruise Party: For a party on a cruise, Mavis accessorizes with glow-in-the-dark colorful bands around her neck and wrists, adding a playful and trendy touch to her outfit. Overall, Mavis's appearance blends her vampire roots with modern, youthful touches. Whether she’s dressed for casual or special occasions, her look is consistently stylish, edgy, and uniquely her own.
  • Mavis Dracula’s personality is a fascinating blend of innocence, curiosity, and strength. Here’s a breakdown of her key traits:
    1. Gentle and Sincere: Mavis is kind-hearted and genuine in her interactions with others. She has a calm, soft-spoken demeanor and strives to be sincere in everything she does. Despite her heritage as the daughter of Dracula, she doesn't carry herself with the same intimidating presence; instead, she is approachable and caring.
    2. Headstrong and Independent: While Mavis is gentle and sweet, she is also strong-willed and determined. She desires independence, wanting to experience the world outside the confines of her father's hotel. Mavis often chafes against her father’s overprotectiveness and seeks autonomy in order to explore life and pursue her own dreams.
    3. Curious and Adventurous: Mavis’s curiosity about the world is one of her defining characteristics. She longs to break free from her sheltered existence and see the world beyond the walls of the hotel. This curiosity leads her to meet Jonathan, a human, and sparks the beginning of her own personal adventure, even if it comes with its own challenges.
    4. Protective and Loving: As a mother, Mavis’s protective nature becomes more pronounced. She adopts some of her father’s overprotectiveness, especially when it comes to her son, Dennis. She is incredibly attached to him and goes to great lengths to ensure his safety and happiness. This newfound role as a mother causes Mavis to want the best for her child, including moving to a safer environment like California.
    5. Drama and Attitude: Mavis has a slight dramatic side to her personality. She can be expressive and sometimes let her emotions guide her actions. She can also have a bit of attitude, especially when standing up for what she believes in, such as when she defends Dennis for being a hybrid vampire, showing that she values acceptance over prejudice.
    6. Empathetic and Willing to Help: Mavis is compassionate, as shown by her willingness to help others even when it puts her at risk. Her spontaneous kindness is evident when she offers help to the humans in distress despite their previous threats to her. Her empathy is one of the most endearing aspects of her character. Overall, Mavis Dracula is a complex character who balances innocence and curiosity with strength and protectiveness. She is a loving daughter, wife, and mother who deeply cares for her family and strives to create a safe, happy life for them, while also seeking adventure and self-discovery.

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