Edward Cullen, the iconic vampire from the 'Twilight' franchise, holds many intriguing secrets that even the most dedicated fans may not be aware of. Here are 13 lesser-known facts about this enigmatic character:
1. Edward first encounters Bella in the Forks High School cafeteria, but it's in their biology class that he is drawn to her unique scent.
2. In 'Midnight Sun,' it is revealed that Edward had a strong urge to kill everyone in the class to drink Bella's blood but managed to resist.
3. The Denali clan, a group of vampires who also abstain from human blood, have a friendly relationship with the Cullens.
4. Carlisle, the patriarch of the Cullen family, turned Edward into a vampire after promising his dying mother he would save her son.
5. Edward's wealth stems from his and Alice Cullen's ability to predict stock market trends and his inheritance from his human life.
6. Despite being a 'vegetarian' vampire, Edward briefly drank from individuals he deemed deserving of death in the 1920s.
7. Edward's birthday as a human falls on June 20, 1901, making him a Gemini known for intelligence and adaptability.
8. Edward is a skilled piano player, a talent he honed over the years as an immortal.
9. The Cullens have unique hunting methods, with Edward preferring to hunt mountain lions for sustenance.
10. To blend in with human society, the Cullens have repeated high school multiple times, with Edward holding two graduate degrees in medicine.
11. Despite his mind-reading abilities, Edward struggles to fully comprehend Charlie Swan's thoughts, Bella's father.
12. Edward plays a role in encouraging relationships among Bella's human friends, such as Weber and Cheney.
13. Throughout the series, Edward attempts to persuade Bella to remain human, even suggesting she attend college to experience a normal life.
These fascinating details shed light on the complex character of Edward Cullen, adding depth to his portrayal in the 'Twilight Saga.' Fans can delve deeper into his story by exploring the entire 7-book collection.
