Laurence

Laurence(also known as the Laurence, The First Vicar) is an optional boss in the Old Hunters DLC and the founder of the Healing Church. Despite not appearing before the DLC and being an optional boss, he is one of the main antagonist of Bloodborne.

Appearance
Prior to his transformation Laurence's appearance is unknown. As a Cleric beast he mostly resembles a regular Cleric Beast albeit covered in flames. Midway into his boss fight though his is split in half.

Personality
Though seemingly mindless and feral like a typical Cleric beast during his fight. This might not be the case as shown when the player first approaches him he is completely passive not attacking until the player approaches with his human skull. The description of the skull and his reaction in his introduction cutscene imply he wishes to regain his humanity. Prior to his transformation he was shown to be ambitious almost to the point of arrogance when he decided to use the Old Blood to found the Healing Church despite being warned of how dangerous is was. Though it appears he might have changed of heart at some point before he transformed.

Powers and Abilities
Like the Cleric Beast Laurence has enhanced strength and agility. Unlike the Regular Cleric Beast, his attacks are infused with fire and his capable of creating explosions. After he is cut in half he is capable of using his lava blood to attack.