Darius Shan is the son of Steve Leonard and Annie Shan. His best friend is Oggy Bas. He is described as having bright blue eyes and dark blond hair. In one book, Darren remarks that Darius is "an odd name", though if you consider it, it is most likely that Annie named Darius after her brother, Darren Shan. It is likely that Darius is a Vampire Prince, becuase he was blooded by Darren