(Emily Browning)

Rescued from a dungeon in Italy by Xander, Sofia Romero was about to be served up as food at an auction for paying vampires - she's a Slayer, so her blood is especially rare!

Recovering in Cleveland and quickly slipping into patrol duties alongside Buffy, the British-born, Italian-raised teenager may have a lot to learn, but she's bright and enthusiastic, and plans to make the most of her second chance.