In a historical context, a rake (short for rakehell, analogous to "hellraiser") was a man who was habituated to immoral conduct, particularly womanising. Often, a rake was also prodigal, wasting his (usually inherited) fortune on gambling, wine, women and song, and incurring lavish debts in the process.

Is the rake a vampire?

The Rake must nourish itself like Nosferatu. It is a living, vampire-like creature who needs the sustenance of meat and blood, both human and that of small animals.

Is the rake immortal?

The Rake has been alive for hundreds of years, dating back to the 17th century, proving it to be an immortal entity.