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It's the first look at Christopher Meloni as a vampire! He does look menacing, but we still see him as Stabler, not a Vampire Authority chancellor. For now...
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Lafayette and Sookie look sad. Does this mean Tara really is dead?
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Lucy Griffiths will make her debut as Eric's vampire sister, Nora.
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Pam is looking mighty glam in the new season. Wonder how she'll feel about Eric's sister hanging around?
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Bill, Eric and Nora will team up in the upcoming season. Do the boys look a little burnt?
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Jessica is looking fun and flirty with a green streak through her hair. Who will she set her sights on this season? Poor Hoyt!
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And now the rest of the Vampire Authority members… Peter Mensah plays one of the chancellors.
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Jacob Hopkins plays the youngest Vampire Authority chancellor.
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Valentina Cervi plays an ancient Vampire Authority member and world class seductress.
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Christopher Heyerdahl plays another chancellor in the Vampire Authority.
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Cougar Town's Carolyn Hennesy will also play a Vampire Authority chancellor.
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Terry will have a new friend in town in Scott Foley's Patrick, an old military buddy.
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Foley first appeared in the Season 4 finale, paying an ominous visit to his old war buddy Terry.
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Arlene has had enough woes, what with creepy babies and returning psycho exes. Here's hoping for a happier season!
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How will Arlene feel about Terry's army pal?
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Will Andy and Holly finally make a love connection?
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Former vampire-hater Steve Newlin is now a vampire!
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Alcide is back and hotter than ever! Woof!
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Seriously, Lafayette: Get a new hairstylist!
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Luna's back, and hopefully she'll get a better storyline this year!