The Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted is familiar in so many ways.
For years, the building was the home of Stefan and Damon Salvatore.
Its where Elena told Stefan that she loved him inseason 1 ofThe Vampire Diaries.
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And its where Elena told Damon that she lovedhiminseason 4.
But when spoiler alert!
EW spoke withLegaciesshowrunner Julie Plec about creating a new show in a familiar world.
And thats kind of where we meet her.
And I thought, well, now is the time.
Ive never done it.
Ive always thought it could be fun and it is fun.
Were having the best time.
Is there a question of whats drawing all these monsters to Mystic Falls?Thats the mythology.
Theres a whole mythology wrapped around season 1 that both asks and answers that question.
And its Katherine Pierce.
[Laughs] If only, right?
Dont think I havent put out an open invitation to Chris Wood as Kai Parker.
Weve talked abouta lot of characters, but we havent touched on Rafael.
Speaking of, we know were going to see Jeremy Gilbert.
Hes a field guy.
Hes out keeping the graduates safe in the real world, keeping an eye on people.
Legaciespremieres Thursday, Oct. 25 at 9 p.m.
ET on The CW.
