Daywalker: Blade Origins

Action • Horror • Web Series

Daywalker: Blade Origins is an independent action-horror web series created and written by Markiss McFadden. Inspired by the vampire-hunter universe popularized by the Marvel character Blade, the series explores the darker origins of a “daywalker” — a hybrid being who can survive both the human and vampire worlds. The story follows a gritty underground battle between vampires and hunters, blending supernatural elements with intense action and character-driven storytelling.

Written with a focus on origin and transformation, the series presents a raw and independent take on the vampire genre. Through its narrative, McFadden builds a world of secret societies, dangerous alliances, and personal conflict, where characters struggle with identity, loyalty, and survival. Daywalker: Blade Origins reflects McFadden’s vision of expanding the mythology around the daywalker concept while delivering a darker, grounded interpretation of the supernatural action genre.

Producer

Markiss McFadden, Michael Tushaus, and Byron Smith

Director

Markiss McFadden

Writer

Markiss McFadden

Starring

Byron Smith, Markiss McFadden, Lamorae, and Michael Monteiro

Genre

Action • Horror • Web Series

Status

Completed

Producer

Markiss McFadden, Michael Tushaus, and Byron Smith

Director

Markiss McFadden

Writer

Markiss McFadden

Starring

Byron Smith, Markiss McFadden, Lamorae, and Michael Monteiro

Genre

Action • Horror • Web Series

Status

Completed

Awards & Honors

Best Fan Film (Nominee)

Action on Film International Film Festival

2.2M+ Views

YouTube

Press & Media

Las Vegas Weekly

Markiss McFadden was featured in Las Vegas Weekly as part of its coverage of independent filmmakers and fan film creators.

Talisen

Daywalker: Blade Origins expands the mythology of the daywalker with an ambitious independent take on the character.