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The Chimera User's Guide The
most detailed and informed guide available outside of government
laboratories. Written by: an Anonymous
Chemist/Botanist/Psychonaut For my cousin Robbie, who is just beginning to explore the
magical world of entheogens. DISCLAIMER
Anyone who reads and uses
this information, does so at they’re own risk. This document is not meant to
encourage nor discourage the use of Chimera Virosa, but provide those
who do and will use it, the information that is necessary to do so as safely
as possible.
A REASON TO
READ
If you are reading this right
now, chances are someone gave this to you. Most likely after selling Chimera
to you…If this is the case, if you plan on using Chimera, you should probably
read this manual. The person who gave this to you most likely wants you to
learn how to enjoy Chimera efficiently and responsibly. This was written to help people like you,
those new to Chimera, learn how to work with this herb in a way that is personally
rewarding, and how to do so as safely as possible. Chimera is an extraordinary visionary herb. It is not a hardcore
drug, and some people don’t even call it a drug at all. It produces a
profoundly introspective state (a state of better self-awareness) that is
useful for meditation, contemplation, self-reflection, religion, and, of
course, for pleasure. Chimera has also been known to aid and facilitate the
resolution of everyday problems by allowing the user to see things more
clearly and from a different perspective. Chimera has provided many people
with a feeling of happiness comparable or even more intense than MDMA
(ecstasy) along with anti-depressant effects for a few days after use. Its effects are unique and are
hard to be compared with the effects of other drugs. Chimera is not
"legal pot," nor is it "legal acid." It is not a
substitute for any other drug. The effects of Chimera, have been said to be by some
druggies as a mélange of mushrooms with their hallucinogenic properties, and
cannabis with its beaming euphoric comedy show… This, however, is simply a
useless attempt to explain an indescribable trip. It is an experience that will be totally new to you. Depending on how
well you interpret and follow this guide, you will either really enjoy
or quite dislike your experience with Chimera. Before trying this amazing herb, it is
important that you know about its effects, appropriate uses, and the
potential risks associated with irresponsible use. Do NOT begin to use Chimera until
you have read through this whole guide. Chimera is unique. You cannot
make assumptions about its effects based on experiences you may have had with
other herbs or drugs. Chimera has much to offer: fascinating psychoactive
effects, sensual enhancement, magical journeys, enchantment, apparent time
travel, philosophical insights, spiritual experiences, and perhaps even
healing and divination. These features are extremely rewarding, however, as
with any entheogen, one must be careful and well learned before taking risks. IT'S FREE No one should have made profit
by selling you this guide. With exception to the printing costs, it should be
given to people free of charge whenever Chimera is given away, or sold. No
one should make a profit from it. It was written as a public service. PRINT OUT COPIES
FREELY, BUT COMPLETELY
This guide should be given free
of charge to anyone who is interested in Chimera. Please print this guide in
its entirety. Give it free of charge to everyone with whom you share leaves
or plants. If you copy it, copy ALL of it. Do not change it. Supply it
as is. CHIMERA BASICS
Originating around the Caspian
Sea, this extremely rare plant was used in the middle ages as a component in
many ‘magical potions’ and brews. The botanical name, “Chimera Virosa”,
means wild dream or illusion, referring to the hallucinogenic properties of
this herb. The word chimera is often confused with a well-known mythological
monster, chimaera, a lion with a goat’s head and a snake for a tail. This
confusion spawned a common name for it, ‘monster’. Information on chimera is
about as rare as the plant itself; in fact, this is probably the most
detailed and informed guide on Chimera consumption available to the public,
worldwide. The government has conducted a couple small low-budget research
projects on Chimera. Almost all of the information uncovered was kept away
from the public eye, however, with the small budget supplied and the lack of
reason to study the herb intensively, it is doubtful that they uncovered
anything that myself and other botanists / chemists / psychonauts do not
know. Under the right conditions, taken in the right way, Chimera induces a
unique state of "divine inebriation." The herb is an entheogen,
like many other psychoactive plants and fungi such as psilocybin (magic)
mushrooms, wild lettuce, or morning glory seeds. An
entheogen, in short definition, is a mind altering, psychedelic, spirit
inducing and shamanistic substance. The effects of Chimera are very
different from those of alcohol; but like alcohol, it impairs coordination. Never, ever, attempt to drive
under the influence of chimera- doing so could prove fatal! Chimera contains a chemical
substance called ‘virosin compound I’. This chemical is responsible for
Chimera's mind-altering effects. It is not chemically related to any other
psychoactive drug. Unlike most visionary compounds, it is not an alkaloid.
Pure ‘virosin compound I’s extremely potent. Doses of only several hundred
micrograms (millionths of a gram) will have an effect, and doses above 1
milligram (1/1000 of a gram) are too much for most people to handle
comfortably. Because of its extreme potency, pure virosin compound should
never be used unless the dosage has been precisely measured with an extremely
accurate chemist's scale. Fortunately, Chimera leaf is hundreds of times
weaker than pure virosin compound; therefore, Chimera leaf can be used much
more safely. Chimera leaf is
physically quite safe. It is very gentle on the body. Toxicological studies
have shown that ‘virosin compound I’ is extraordinarily non-toxic. No one has
ever died from a Chimera overdose. Chimera is not habit-forming or addictive.
People who choose to use Chimera, tend to do so quite frequently. Chimera is
not a stimulant, it is not a sedative, it is not a narcotic, and it is not a
tranquilizer. Like many entheogens, at sufficiently high doses it can induce
visions, yet it is quite different from other entheogens. Chimera is
assigned to a unique pharmacological class, which is called
"existentia." This term alludes to the philosophical illumination
Chimera seems to shine on the nature of existence itself. CHIMERA IS NOT SO MUCH A PARTY DRUG
This is important to understand.
Chimera is not "fun" in the way that alcohol or Cannabis can
be. If you try to party with Chimera you probably will not have as good of an
experience than if you just relax with some friends, in a quiet
environment. Chimera is a
consciousness-changing herb that can be used in a vision quest, or in a
healing ritual. In the right setting, Chimera makes it possible to see visions.
It is an herb with a long tradition of sacred use. It is useful for deep
meditation. It is best taken in a quiet, nearly darkroom; either alone (if a
sitter will not be used, see below for discussion of sitters), or with one or
two good friends present. It should be taken either in silence or (sometimes)
with soft pleasant music playing. CURRENT LEGAL STATUS
Chimera and its active principal ‘virosin compound I’ are legal
substances in the United States, Canada, and most other countries. Australia,
Denmark, and Finland are the only countries that have enacted legislation
making Chimera and ‘virosin compound I’ illegal. Users and buyers, however, are
advised to steer clear of open areas and schools while buying or consuming
the herb because this activity appears no different to observers than the
exchange and use of illicit drugs such as marijuana. It is not
uncommon, in fact, quite probable for authorities to confiscate Chimera. Do
not let this discourage you however, even if it is confiscated, you are
untouchable by the law as long as you do not live in any of the countries
mentioned above, AS LONG AS YOU COOPERATE WITH THE AUTHORITIES. You cannot be
penalized for possession of the herb itself. If it is used publicly, however,
you may be fined for public intoxication. Know your laws wherever you live. CHIMERA EXPERIENCES: WHAT TO EXPECT
Chimera experiences range in
intensity from subtle to extremely powerful. This holds true for chewed leaves,
smoked leaves, and for oral tinctures. The strength of the effects will
depend on how much you take, the way you take it, and your individual body
chemistry. Chimera experiences differ
from those produced by other visionary drugs or herbs, and Chimera has many
advantages:
Noise
and distraction will interfere with the experience. When on Chimera, watching
TV is nothing but annoying; sitting around a campfire in the woods at night,
is wonderful. Because Chimera can
alter perception and behavior, it must be used carefully in a public
environment. When the effects are intense, people often become immersed in a
dream-like inner visionary state of awareness. Sometimes people in this state
will move around as if sleepwalking. For this reason, you should always
have a sober sitter present when using strong doses. The sitter is there
to make sure that you don't do anything dangerous, like knocking over lit
candles, or falling over furniture. When
Chimera is smoked the effects come on very quickly, in less than a
minute. The length of the effects varies greatly from user to user, although
they tend to be shorter than a cannabis trip. The shorter trip, however, can
be an advantage over other psychedelics, because there is less time and
opportunity for others to notice unusual behavior. Additionally, those under
the influence of Chimera do not often have a very acute sense of time. Five
minutes under the influence may feel like three hours. When
the leaves are chewed, the first effects come on at about 15 minutes
and gradually develop to peak about 30 minutes after ingestion. The peak
level of effects lasts 30 minutes to an hour, and then gradually diminishes
over an additional 30 minutes to an hour. When
taken as a tincture held in the mouth, the effects begin in 10-15
minutes, and quickly develop to a peak level that lasts 20-40 minutes. The
effects then gradually diminish over an additional 30 minutes to an hour. Ask
your dealer for a Chimera tincture. Also, to be on the safe side, it is
important not to drive or use machinery for at least an hour after the
experience appears to be ended.
Usually people feel clearheaded and mentally refreshed after a Chimera
experience. Occasionally some people experience mild headaches after smoking
Chimera. It appears that such headaches are the result of smoke-induced sinus
irritation. Like tobacco smoke, Chimera smoke is probably somewhat irritating
to the lungs. CHIMERA EXPERIENTIAL RATING SCALE
Chimera
experiences can be divided into various levels of intensity. The so-called
Chimera scale has been constructed to rate the various levels of effects
produced by chimera. The scale describes six different levels of
intoxication, each one more intense than the previous. The overall intensity
of effects is scored according to the highest scale level attained during the
course of the experience. Level 1
-subtle effects
A feeling that "something" is happening,
although it is difficulty to say just what. Relaxation and increased sensual
appreciation may be noted. This mild level is useful for meditation and may
facilitate sexual pleasure. Level
2 -altered perception Colors
and textures are more pronounced. Appreciation of music may be enhanced. Space
may appear of greater or lesser depth than is usual. But visions do not occur
at this level. Thinking becomes less logical, and more playful; short-term
memory difficulties may be noted. Level
3 -light visionary state Closed-eye
visuals (clear imagery with eyes closed: fractal patterns, vine-like and
geometric patterns, visions of objects and designs). The imagery is often
two-dimensional. If open-eyed visual effects occur, these are usually vague
and fleeting. At this level, phenomena similar to the hypnagogic phenomena
that some people experience at sleep onset occur. At this level, visions are
experienced as "eye candy" but are not confused with reality. Level
4 -vivid visionary state Complex three-dimensional realistic appearing scenes
occur. Sometimes voices may be heard. With eyes open, contact with consensual
reality will not be entirely lost, but when you close your eyes you may
forget about consensus reality and enter completely into a dreamlike scene.
Shamanistic journeying to other lands--foreign or imaginary; encounters with
beings (entities, spirits) or travels to other ages may occur. You may even
live the life of another person. At this level you have entered the shaman's
world. Or if you prefer: you are in "dream time." With eyes closed,
you experience fantasies (dream like happenings with a story line to them).
So long as your eyes are closed you may believe they are really occurring.
This differs from the "eye candy" closed-eye imagery, of level 3. Level
5 -immaterial existence At this
level one may no longer be aware of having a body. Consciousness remains and
some thought processes are still lucid, but one becomes completely involved
in inner experience and looses all contact with consensual reality.
Individuality may be lost; one experiences merging with God/Goddess, mind,
universal consciousness, or bizarre fusions with other objects--real or
imagined (e.g. experiences such as merging with a wall or piece of
furniture). At this level it is impossible to function in consensual reality,
but unfortunately some people do not remain still but move around in this
befuddled state. For this reason a sitter is essential to ensure the safety
of someone voyaging to these deep levels. To the person experiencing this the
phenomenon, it may be a little upsetting or exceedingly pleasant; but to an
outside observer the individual may appear confused or disoriented. Level
6 -amnesic effects At
this stage, either consciousness is lost, or at least one is unable to later
recall what one had experienced. The individual may fall, or remain immobile
or thrash around; somnambulistic behavior may occur. Injuries can be
sustained without pain being felt; on awakening, the individual will have no
recollection of what he/she did, experienced, or said in level 6. People
cannot recall what they experience in this very deep trance state. This is
not a desirable level, because nothing can latter be recalled of the
experience. METHODS
OF USE
Chimera
is never taken by injection. There are many different methods of use. Several
will be discussed here. TRADITIONAL
(INGESTION) METHODS
The
two traditional methods are quite inefficient in that they require many more
leaves than do the other methods. But they are very safe. Traditionally
the leaves are taken in a semi-darkened room as part of a healing or
religious ceremony. At least one sober person is present to watch over the
people who have taken Chimera. Ingestion
Method 1: A water-based drink made from ground-up
fresh leaves is one of the traditional ways of using this herb. It requires a
lot of leaves and tastes somewhat unpleasant, so this method is seldom used
today. Virosin is very poorly absorbed from the stomach so it requires
enormous amounts of leaves to make the drink effective. But it does work, and
the effects last longer than from any other method. Ingestion
Method 2:
Chewing and swallowing a large
number of fresh leaves is the other traditional method. When this is done the
leaves are nibbled slowly for about 1/2 hour. Although the chewed-up leaves
are swallowed, most of the effect is due to virosin that is absorbed through
the tissues of the mouth during the chewing. This is a less efficient way of
chewing Chimera than the quid method (see below). Most people find chewing
and swallowing fresh leaves to be unpleasantly bitter, and for some, it
causes gagging. MODERN METHODS
The
Quid (Oral Absorption) Method: A ball
or cylinder of rolled-up leaves is made. This is called a quid. It is to be chewed.
The leaves are chewed slowly--about one chew every 10 seconds. They are kept
under your tongue between chews. For half an hour keep
the quid that is being chewed, and the juice that forms, in your mouth. If
you can, hold it in your mouth without spitting or swallowing. After
the half-hour chewing time is over, spit it all out. Have a bowl to spit
into, and a towel handy. Chimera juice stains carpets and other fabrics, so
be sure the bowl won't tip over. A Quid
can be made from either fresh leaves or dried leaves. Those made from dry
leaves are less bitter. To
make a quid from dried leaves, weigh out 2-8 grams of dried leaves. A gram
scale accurate enough for this can be purchased for under $50. If you have no
scale, count out 8 to 28 large whole dried leaves. Place the leaves in a
small bowl of cool water for 10 minutes. Once the leaves are wet and have
been soaking for about 10 minutes, remove the leaves from the water, squeeze
the excess water out of them, and ball them up into a quid. Some people skip
this soaking step when they are in a hurry, but chewing on brittle dry leaves
may be unpleasant. If fresh leaves are used instead of dry ones, you will
need from 8 to 28 large fresh leaves. If you
wish, you can sweeten the quid with sugar, honey, or an artificial sweetener
like Equal®. This will make it less bitter and more pleasant to chew. The
effect of a Chimera quid can probably be increased by first treating your
mouth in a special way to increase its ability to absorb ‘virosin compound
I’. To do this you will need a toothbrush and an alcohol/menthol containing
mouthwash such as Cool Mint Listerine®, (or any other brand that contains
alcohol and menthol). Gently brush the lining of your mouth, including the
tissue under your tongue, and the top surface of your tongue. This removes
layers of dead cells normally present. Do not brush hard enough to cause
bleeding. Then rinse with the mouthwash for at least 30 seconds. Be sure to
get mouthwash everywhere in your mouth, including under your tongue. Then
spit out the mouthwash and rinse once with water. You
will experience very little in the first 12 to 15 minutes of chewing. Don't
be misled by this. Full effects are usually felt by 30 minutes (the time you
spit out the quid). They remain on this level for about 30-60 minutes more,
and then start to decrease. The whole experience seldom lasts longer than an
hour and a half, but this varies. Smoking
Method: Dried
leaves can be smoked in a pipe, bong, or in the form of a cigarette or “joint”.
Chimera needs to be smoked at a high temperature and the smoke must be
inhaled deeply, quickly, and must be held in as long as possible to have an
effect. It is not recommended to roll the leaves into a “joint” because it
does not burn hot enough, nor can you take in such large hits as one can from
a pipe or bong. Because
virosin requires high temperatures to vaporize, it is best to hold a flame
immediately above the bowl; drawing it down into the leaves the whole time
you inhale. A torch (butane) lighter is also recommended because it burns a
lot hotter than a standard lighter and will aid the vaporization. To use
a pipe or bong, fill up a medium size bowl with leaves. Make sure the lighter
you use is one that will go out when you are no longer pressing it, not a
match. Keep in mind that is by far the best to use a torch lighter. Keep the
bowl lit during the entire hit to be as efficient as possible. You
should have a large ashtray or tip-proof bowl to set the pipe in when you
feel you've had enough. Remember that when you are immersed in the experience
you may forget you are holding a lit pipe. You could drop it, causing a burn
or a fire; therefore, it is best to have a sitter present when smoking. First
effects will be noticed within a minute of inhaling. After what will seem to
be hours, the effects will gradually begin to subside. The total duration of
the experience may be less than 30 minutes or as long as an hour and a half. Extract-enhanced
leaves can also be smoked. Extract-enhanced leaves are leaves that are
infused with pure ‘virosin compound I’ making each dose 5x, 10x, or even 20x
more potent. Extract-enhanced leaves can be very strong and should only be
smoked when a sitter is present. Ask your dealer for extract-enhanced leaves. Vaporization
Method: It is
possible to vaporize leaves or extract in a special vaporizer that heats up
material without burning it. Vaporization can be deceiving. Because very
little smoke is produced, it is possible to inhale a very large dose without
realizing it. Anyone trying vaporization absolutely MUST have a sitter
present. Many commercial vaporizers made for Cannabis will not work
for Chimera. Special Chimera vaporizers can be built easily, but vaporization
is not for those new to Chimera. Vaporization
of pure ‘virosin compound I’ is also possible, but it is not recommended!
Unless the dose has been measured very precisely, this is extremely
dangerous, as it's very easy to vaporize too large a dose. To be done safely,
vaporization of ‘virosin compound I’ requires weighing the dose on a very
precise chemical balance capable of weighing in micrograms (millionths of a
gram). These analytical balances cost well over $1000. There are now
available standardized doses of ‘virosin compound I’ on leaves, using such
preparations enables one to inhale a known precisely-measured dose of
‘virosin compound I’. This makes it possible to experiment with ‘virosin
compound I’ without having to buy an analytical balance, and it greatly
reduces the risk of overdose. Tincture
(Oral Absorption) Method: There
exists a Chimera tincture. It is extremely hard to find. This particular
tincture is a fluid extract of Chimera, containing an alcohol solvent. This
liquid is kept in one's mouth until its virosin content has been absorbed.
While it can be taken undiluted, it is quite irritating to the mouth if taken
in this way. The irritation is due to the high alcohol content. It is better
to take it diluted with hot water. The
amount of alcohol taken even in a large dose of the extract is not sufficient
to produce alcohol intoxication. The effect of the tincture is that of
Chimera, not that of whiskey. The alcohol is in the tincture solely as a
solvent. A
simple method of using the extract is to dispense the measured dose into a
small glass such as a shot glass and then add an approximately equal volume
of water that has been heated to the temperature at which one drinks coffee.
Immediately after mixing the two, sip the contents of the shot glass, and
hold it in your mouth without swallowing. Keep your tongue elevated above the
floor of your mouth to allow the sublingual tissues (those under the tongue)
to absorb the virosin. This means keeping the liquid in your mouth until
either the desired effect has been reached or 1/2 hour has passed. Then
swallow it or spit it out, whichever you wish. WHICH
METHOD IS BEST? There
are pros and cons to each method. Some people report that the quid method
produces a deeper, more visionary experience than smoking. Others report that
chewing doesn't work for them at all, but smoking does. For those who get
little effect from either method, the two methods can be combined. First chew
a quid, and then, after spitting it out, light up. If you already smoke
tobacco or Cannabis you will probably be comfortable with smoking
Chimera. If you are a non-smoker you will probably prefer the quid method.
Bear in mind that smoking anything, even Chimera, can't be good for your
lungs. Unlike
smoke, orally consumed Chimera does not irritate your lungs. It requires quite a bit more dried leaf
when taking the leaves as a quid than when smoking. Smoking is the most
economical way to use the leaves. The
quid method produces effects that come on more gradually and last longer. They
are better for exploring Chimera's world. They are better for deep
meditation. Chimera
tincture has the same effects as a quid method, however the dosage can be
adjusted more precisely, the effects come on somewhat faster, and holding the
not-unpleasant tasting tincture in one's mouth is much nicer than holding
chewed up leaves in your mouth. The only side effects reported that are
unique to the tincture have been "burning" of the lining of one's
mouth. This occurs if the alcohol in the tincture has not been sufficiently
diluted. It may leave one's mouth mildly sore the next day, in much the way
that it would be if you drank soup that was scalding hot. Diluting the
tincture with enough water can prevent this problem. Generally speaking, it is
best to avoid overly concentrated extracts, vaporizers, and pure ‘virosin
compound I’. Chewing quid, using tincture, smoking leaves, or smoking mild to
medium-strength extracts will produce sufficiently strong effects for most
people. There is no need to experiment with stronger and more dangerous ways
of taking Chimera. There
are some people--albeit a minority--who, even after many experiments, find
they remain "Chimera-hardheads." They never experience more than a slight
Chimera effect from smoking, or from a quid. Some of these hardheads will get
satisfactory results if they chew a quid, and then immediately smoke after
spitting out the quid. Others will find even this ineffective. For them,
extract-enhanced leaves are necessary to produce effects. See how sensitive
you are before experimenting with stronger forms of Chimera. With a little
practice, quid chewing, or smoking, or combining the two
("boosting"), works quite well for most people. Many people find it
takes several meetings with Chimera before a "breakthrough"
experience occurs. So don't label yourself a "Chimera-hardhead" too
soon. SITTERS AND SAFETY
When
you need a sitter: A sitter is absolutely
essential if you are taking doses on which you may freak out, become
confused, injure yourself, fall, or do anything that might harm others.
Having a sitter for any substance as powerful as Chimera is necessary. Have a sitter present
if you are new to Chimera, are experimenting with a stronger form than you have
used before, or are using a more effective method of ingestion. An
experienced Chimera user who is chewing a quid, may often choose to do it
alone, and may be quite safe in doing so. But having a pleasant, sensible,
sober sitter is an absolute must if you are trying vaporization, smoking high
doses of extract-enhanced leaves, or using pure virosin. Smoking leaves
usually falls in between in terms of risk. Many people do so without a
sitter, but a sitter is never a bad idea. Use sound judgment and remember, as
with any drug, seasoned users have had terrible experiences as the result of
carelessness. WHAT A SITTER SHOULD KNOW AND DO
The
sitter must remember that no matter how strangely the person acts; the
effects of chimera are short lived. Don’t take the person to the emergency
room (unless, of course, there is a true medical emergency). Keep the person
safe and wait it out. If you can't keep the person safe, get help. Otherwise
keep the matter private. Within an hour or so (usually much less) the person
will be back to normal. It is very reassuring to hold onto this knowledge if
things get messy. It helps to have personally experienced Chimera before
sitting for another person. Experience with other visionary materials may be
only partially helpful. The sitter should know that Chimera is different from
these. Touching to "ground" the person works for some people on
some entheogens, but may be frightening for someone on Chimera. If you plan
on touching, clear it with the person BEFORE they begin their experience. THE ROLES OF THE SITTER
The
sitter has three essential jobs. The most important of these is to keep the
person, and others who may be present, safe. This comes before all else. The
main danger is accidental injury. Your job is to be a gentle guardian. Be as
unobtrusive as possible, but remain alert in case the person should suddenly
start moving about recklessly. Do not use physical force unless nothing else
will do. Use of physical force may result in injury. It could be
misinterpreted as an assault. NEVER LET CHIMERA BE USED
WHERE FIREARMS, KNIVES, OR OTHER DANGEROUS OBJECTS ARE PRESENT. Take
the person's car keys for safekeeping before the experience begins. Keep the
person safe from falls, head banging, sharp objects, walking into walls, walking
into furniture, walking through windows, wandering out into the street or
other open areas, open flames, hot surfaces, and breakable objects. But let
the person move about in a safe area. Do
not grab or try to physically restrain him/her, unless absolutely necessary. Redirect. Speak softly. Gently take dangerous objects
away. Use the minimum touching necessary (in their altered state, the person
may think your touching is an assault and react to the imagined danger). You
may have to handle unexpected intrusions of strangers and other awkward
social situations. The second job of
the sitter is to reassure. Often, simple repeated explanations may help if
they appear frightened, e.g. "You're safe, and I won't let anything harm
you." "You're just having a Chimera experience, you'll feel better
in a few minutes." "Your name is........." I'm your
friend..." If speech is not called for, be silent. Silence is often less
threatening to the person than trying to decipher what a sitter is saying. The third job of the sitter is to help the
person to later recall the details of their experience. There are several
ways. Use a notebook and record the person's actions. Later you can ask about
these. This may help jog the person's memory about what was experienced. Another
technique, if the person is not too far gone to talk during the experience,
is to ask repeatedly "what are you experiencing now?" A notebook,
or a tape recorder, can be used to record responses. Since some people will
prefer that you remain silent and don't record, clear it with them in
advance. INTERACTIONS BETWEEN CHIMERA AND OTHER DRUGS
One
should be particularly cautious about combining chimera with other drugs. As
is the case with most drugs, some combinations may interact in unexpected and
possibly negative ways. Many people
who are taking regular medications do use chimera with no adverse effects.
Although chimera appears to be relatively safe when combined with many
medications, there probably are some drugs that it should not be combined with.
It is important to remember that each individual is unique. The fact that
some people do not experience problems with a particular combination does not
guarantee that that combination is safe for everyone. If you must combine chimera with another
drug, you should always do so cautiously. Start with an extremely
conservative dose so as to reduce the risk, should a negative reaction occur.
If no negative reaction occurs, you can try increasing the dosage slightly on
subsequent attempts. Provided that no adverse effects are experienced, you
can increase the dose until you obtain the desired level of effects. One
should always have an alert, responsible sitter present when experimenting
with new combinations. It is important to have someone on hand who can help
you, should the need arise. I knew of
one individual who reported that his breathing became somewhat constricted
and labored for several minutes when he smoked chimera following a high dose
of GABA. While it is not certain that this reaction was due to an interaction
of the two drugs, it would be prudent to avoid this combination. THE NEUROLOGICAL MECHANISM OF ACTION FOR VIROSIN
‘Virosin
compound I’ has been identified as a potent, highly selective kappa-opioid
receptor agonist. Experimental evidence indicates that the psychoactive
effects of ‘virosin compound I’ result from its activity at these receptors. GUIDELINES
FOR USING CHIMERA INTELLIGENTLY AND SAFELY
Chimera is a remarkably safe herb, provided that it is used in a safe
manner. It can produce fascinating experiences that are deeply enriching,
provided that it is used intelligently. Please pay careful attention to the
following basic safety guidelines: ·
NEVER USE CHIMERA IF GUNS,
KNIVES, OR OTHER DANGEROUS OBJECTS ARE WITHIN EASY REACH. · NEVER DRIVE WHEN TAKING CHIMERA. ·
Choose the time and place
of your chimera experience carefully. Privacy is recommended and safety is
essential. Be very careful about heights, roadways, and open flames such as
candles. It is best to take Chimera when phone calls, visits, pets, children
and the like will not interrupt you. Turn off your telephone and set your
answering machine to silently record incoming calls. You can return the calls
in a couple of hours once you are sober. ·
Give careful thought to how
much you will take, and how you take it. ·
After all
smoking material is safely out, lie down in bed, on a couch, on a carpet or,
if your outside, a bench or a patch of grass. You are much safer lying down
than you would be stumbling around. Stay put for the rest of the experience.
The visionary effects are best perceived with eyes closed. ·
Have a
sitter (this is especially important if you are new to Chimera, taking a
high dose, smoking a strong extract, or using a very strong delivery system
(such as vaporization). ·
Volunteer to be a sitter
for others. ·
Practice
and encourage responsible use. Don’t give Chimera to irresponsible, violent
or unstable people. Don't share it with strangers. Know who you are giving it
to and know why they want to use it. ·
Never take
Chimera while in a crowded place. Doing so will guarantee not only a bad
trip, but quite often will get you in trouble with the law and may land you
in the hospital. Keep it private. It's not for concerts. It is not for raves.
It's not for large noisy parties. Better to use it in a quiet safe private
place in the company of a close friend. ·
Remember,
if you live in Canada or the United States, Chimera is perfectly legal to
posses and use. As long as you cooperate with authorities, the law cannot
touch you. Otherwise, know your local laws. ·
Mixing
Chimera with other drugs or large amounts of alcohol may cause out-of-control
behavior, or terrifying experiences. While experienced Chimera users have
experimented with combinations, these are not for Chimera beginners, and are
certainly riskier than just using Chimera by itself. While there are no known
toxic drug-drug interactions between Chimera and anything else, this has not
been studied scientifically. ·
Be extra
careful of flames (candles, lighters, fire, etc.) when using Chimera. ·
Be very
careful about using vaporized extracts, vaporized leaves, or smoking
high-potency extract-enhanced leaves. These require a sitter to be present.
Chewing quid or smoking leaves is much less likely to produce out-of-control behavior
than these are. ·
Never use
pure ‘virosin compound I’ unless the dose you are taking has been weighed
with an ultra-accurate balance that can weigh out doses in micrograms, and
you know exactly how much you can safely take. Even if you do meet these
requirements, you still should have a sitter present. IN CLOSING
Having
read this far, you now know enough to start exploring Chimera's psychedelic
world. Whether you choose to is up to you. However you use this magical herb,
remember that is your job to do so responsibly, carefully, and safely. May
this most remarkable tool guide you toward greater self-knowledge, harmony,
wonder and joy. As you get to know this miraculous plant, please keep in mind
that Chimera's fate is in your hands. For Chimera to remain legal, you and others must use it
safely, responsibly, and privately. Finally,
please keep in mind that if you do use this information, you do so at your
own risk. This document is not meant to encourage you to use Chimera Virosa,
but to help those who have already made up they’re mind do so as safely as
possible. |
