Nicki - immortal violinist

Nicolas

Full name
Nicolas de Lenfent
Also known as
Nicki
Country of origin
France
Maker
Lestat
Book he appears in
The Vampire Lestat

Character description
'He was a vision now. Dressed in a splendid brocade coat of rose and gold, he wore slippers with gold heels, and layers of Italian lace at his collar. Only his hair was what it used to be, dark and very curly and boyish looking for some reason though it was tied back with a fine bit of silk ribbon.'
(The Vampire Lestat)

Here are some interesting pictures of Nicolas from the Innovation graphic novels. Please click on the thumbnails for a full size version.

I found an interesting web site which explains the meaning behind names. I was shocked to discover they have most of the vampire's names there! It may not be an accurate meaning but why not look anyway, if only for fun.
Click here for the meaning of the name Nicolas
and the short form of his name Nicki.

Here is the meaning from the Virgin book of baby names by Emily Wood. This is likely to be accurate and more relevant.
~ Nicolas ~
From the Greek words meaning 'victory' and 'people' so probably 'conquerer'. It was the name borne by the fifth century saint, otherwise known as Santa Claus, and the Bishop of Myra who is also patron saint of Greece and Russia as well as of sailors and children.

- My opinion of Nicki -
There's something very attractive about him, I can't quite explain it. Despite the fact that he only appears in one book, he is a memorable character. The violin is such a haunting and amazing instrument isn't it? I've always thought so. Listen to Paganini's caprice 24 for proof, as if you need any.

If you like Nicolas vote for him and then visit
Chateau des Vampires
This excellent site is where you can find Nicki's crypt.
Oblivion's Minstrel
Sin
This is Nicki's fan organisation so if you're a fan then join.

photo sources- the downey dominion, Innovation comics, merci et bisous to Amaury for telling me about the site, where I found the lower picture.