The Originals - Video Interview With Daniella Pineda

Daniella Pineda Cast For Witch Role In Originals Spin-Off

The Vampire Diaries spin-off has cast its first character that isn't already a part of Mystic Falls. Daniella Pineda will play Sophie, a witch who will be a series regular character if "The Originals" gets picked up to series.

Sophie is described as "Strong and driven, Sophie is a warrior. A witch whose magic has been silenced but not snuffed, Sophie is quietly sowing the seeds of a revolution amongst her peers. She's a leader, a sexy social force. An enormous bleeding heart that she often disguises with a sharp tongue and a glare."

When we meet Sophie, she's mired in grief after a devastating loss, but her sadness is overpowered by her anger. Under the rule of a maniacal vampire, New Orleans witches aren't allowed to practice true magic... but Sophie isn't interested in being helpless anymore. We can expect to see her form a tentative alliance with Elijah, who is focused on keeping his brother, Klaus, in line.

Spoiler From E! Online - 23rd January 2013

So happy Daniel Gillies joined The Originals! Any more scoop you can give us on The Vampire Diaries spinoff?

In addition to Klaus' former protégé Marcel, two other newbies who will be introduced in the backdoor pilot are witches named Sophie and Davina. Sophie is a strong leader whose magic has been silenced but is planning a revolution of sorts, while the young Davina has been sheltered by overprotective caregivers but has some demons.