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What is vampirism?
Vampirism is a way of life created from unique abilities and
needs the psychic and pranic energy others have; not because
it’s theirs, but because they rely upon these resources from
others to stay healthy. A vampire is born to this life, and will
usually "awaken" or become aware of it as time unfolds.
The life of Vampirism cannot be given or forced upon someone,
either through bloods or any other means—but a person can be
helped into understanding the life they have to face, and may be
brought up and learned by one more experienced. The need to fill
the psionic energy void of the vampire is a very tangent and very
real one. They have the ability to make use of the energy of
pranic sources such as that in blood and sex; psychic sources
such as that in the emotions of others; and earth sources such as
the energy found in weather events such as storms. Vampirism is
unique in the reliance on energy because the energy sources are
sought out and tend to their own health.
What are some falsities of
vampirism?
The Hollywood industry has been held primarily at fault for these
misconceptions. We have all seen how ‘..vampires are
immortal... declined to sunlight’. We have all heard that
‘...garlic and crosses are maliciously threatening and
harmful to the vampire...staking will kill a vampire…’
etc. All of which are most certainly deceitful and incorrect;
excepting the last. Staking a vampire in the heart will indeed
send it to its demise; but then again, if I rushed a pointed
weapon through your own heart would you not die?
The most infamous delusion concerns creation/turning/embrace.
“Johnny, I’m going to blood-bite you! *ta-da!*
You’re a vampire!!” Vampirism will only be with a
person from the day they were born, still through manifestation,
until their demise. There is no other way of this lifepath.
What is psychic vampirism?
Psychic vampirism is coerced by a vital source dire to the true
vampire. It’s having the aptness for absorbing energy from
the mental and emotional energies of others. Psychic vampirism
moulds the energy of other sources in the environment (e.g.
animals, weather events, changes in the earth and moon) into
something beneficial to the vampire. Psychic vampirism is very
common, found in some form in almost all true vampires.
What is pranic vampirism?
Pranic vampirism is coerced by another vital need of the true
vampire. The sources principally evolve around the energies in
blood and sexual contact. Pranic sources are the quickest to
satisfy, and require smaller amounts than psychic sources. The
vampire's energy needs are rapidly met due to the density of
direct contact with this energy. Many vampires combine pranic and
psychic abilities. This then makes two sources for feeding, for
when one source is unavailable.
What are some safe blood
feeding techniques?
Powerfully sterilised lancets and scalpels are commonly
recommended. Razor blades are usable, but harder to keep
perfectly sterile and sharp. Peroxide can be used to sterilise
and incisions should be small and not on the bone or creased
skin. Amounts of blood needed by the vampire varies, depending on
the bloodlust. Some feeders need only a few drops every few days,
while others need more of it more often.
Blood is a natural emetic, so a substantial quantity will cause
vomiting. The feeder has to have complete assurance as to the
health of the donor. Deadly blood diseases such as AIDS is
something to be critically aware of. Be careful of infections in
the mouth and direct contact with the wound and blood. Some
feeders place the blood in small cups and mix with a red wine.
Health and safety are the paramount issues here.
What are some health
problems associated with vampirism?
Because vampirism is based on needed energy sources, true
vampires can suffer without them. Symptoms and problems vary from
vampire to vampire. Headaches or severe migraines and general
tiredness and irritability are common; others experience
depression and insomnia or irregular sleep patterns. Many also
become more sensitive to sunlight and temperature changes, and
some may experience blood sugar fluctuations. This by no means
infers that you are yo stay out of the sun—on the contrary.
It is the sun which is used by our bodies to produce vitamin D, a
dire need, of which there is no supplement for! Try to get at
least 20 minutes of Sun a day, not necessarily direct.
Vampires are very emotional creatures, and are majorly affected
when there is a lack of available emotional energy. It is
important to note that vampirism is directly related with the
health of a person and so makes up an important element of that
person's well being.
What is shielding?
Shielding is creating a barrier against unwanted energy. This is
an important element to the emotional vampire, relating directly
to their health. As energy feeders, vampires are greatly affected
by surrounding energy. Some of this energy can be detrimental,
especially for psychic vampires who absorb many kinds of
energies. There are negative forms of energy such as what may be
found in the emotions of others and the mental probes of other
vampires. Learning shielding techniques is of upmost importance
to any psychic vampire's health. There have been many methods
introduced to help with shielding development; generally
imagination combined with focusing personal skills. Some vampires
have had success with using light sources such as candles, or
focusing on one specific object in the room and blocking out
other distractions—but what works for one may not work for
another. Generally, these approaches are a foundation for
developing your own shielding abilities.
What do vampires face in
society?
The most important problem vampires have is acceptance and
understanding. Remember, that misconceptions abound with the
public's perception of vampires. Vampires are ridiculed as not
being believable and so many are denied the recognition and
understanding important for any person. Then many have to deal
with the misconceived notions and ideas of what vampirism is not.
Combine that with personal relationships and family rejection,
and you have an uphill fight for the vampire. Many stay in the
"closet" for fear of these and other problems. Of major
concern is the hate and threats that come from a too closed ultra
right religious society. Vampires are too often attacked in
public and misunderstood in family and personal relationships. It
has become a life long pursuit of some to help dispel these
public and personal attitudes. - Damien Daville, VC