The Church of Blood was born during the crusades in 1202 A.D. with its self-appointed leader, Brother Blood, being the church's chief object of worship. It was believed that Brother Blood was immortal when, in fact, blood has been seven men. It is a mantle that's passed when each Brother Blood is murdered by his son, who then assumes his identity. Through manipulation, brainwashing and an unnatural charisma, Brother Blood was able to found satellite churches all over the globe. The Church of Blood professed peace and harmony while hiding their plans for world domination. Following an attempt to bring about worldwide revolution, the church was defeated by the Teen Titans. Nearly all the cultists and various leaders were jailed and Brother Blood was delivered to the St. Francis Monastery in