A terrifying ancient male Strigoi vampire emerges from the shadows, his face etched with centuries of darkness and wisdom. His skin is ashen and taut, stretched over sharp bones, with piercing eyes that glow with a malevolent intensity. His fangs glisten under the dramatic lighting that casts eerie shadows across his gaunt features, highlighting every ultra-detailed crease and contour. The scene is enveloped in an atmosphere of dread, enriched with HDR contrasts that emphasize the depth of his malevolence. Around him, the ancient stone hallway exudes a chilling silence, broken only by the faint whisper of a distant wind.