Original: According to the fictional universe first established by Slayer , the ` Buffyverse , ' Angel was born in 18th century Ireland ; after being turned into a soulless , immortal vampire , he became legendary for his evil acts , until a band of wronged Gypsies punished him by restoring his soul , overwhelming him with guilt .
Simplified: In the fictional universe created by Buffy ( the Buffyverse ) , Angel was born in 18th century Ireland . After being turned into a soulless immortal vampire , he became very well known for the evil things he did .