Things did, in fact, not go smoothly.
Lately, it seemed like everytime Loimos attempted something, someone would come along with a metal bar and hit him in the knees, he was well aware that it was naught but coincidences, but one could have readily assumed that Lady Luck was looking down on them, puking her last meal to demonstrate the esteem in which they were held by her.
Because, as it turns out, there is more than one dragon inhabiting this place, it made sense after all, somewhat, Dracula had a strong affinity with the lizardous characters, amongst the vampire lord, only he held the ability to reliably turn one of such beasts into vampire by sharing his blood with them.
Although not the strongest of the gravelords, the manpower and forces he could bring to the table made him an invaluable asset anyone would like to have by their side, a great commander, earning him the special spot of second in command when it came to the armies of the undead king.