[The Q's and A's]
Vampires exist?!
Simple answer, yes. Modern day vampires do exist, but by no means are we the undead, fangs bared, hiding in the shadows waiting to rip your neck open (unless you piss me off *grin*) of myth or any other of the preconcieved notions you will have wandered into this site with. We are your friend, your co - worker, neighbor infact anyone regardless of ethinicity, background or religious belief. We have bills to pay, jobs, houses to run and families to bring up. We are part of, and interact with, society every day, we just have different needs to function or rather an added requirement that being energy whether it's through blood drinking or psi feeding.
Can you tell me if I'm a vampire?
No, especially not over the net, nor should you let anyone else take responsibility for something that is such an intensely personal conclusion. Believing yourself something you are not based on someone else's 'diagnoses' and because you want it frankly does not make it so.
But I have (insert trait/problem:_________)
If you are experiencing anything out of the 'norm' for you concerning mood, sleeping etc or any of the traits you think are connected it is vitally important that you see your doctor and get checked out before jumping to conclusions.
Can/will you make me a vampire?
NO and ummm...NO! Firstly not only is it debatable as to whether it can happen (and no I don't know 'how' I was simply born this way and it's not a franchise with the 'recipie' handed down or a 'trade secret' I'm keeping all to myself). Being responsibe for my own life is hard enough, I have no wish to be responsible for anyone else's. Further clarification can be found here: Turning/embracing
Are you/vampires immortal?
Nope, again another myth and misconception. These are human flesh and blood bodies and will wear out, decay like any other. It's true that many of us 'age' well and are frequently mistaken for much yonger than we are, but this does not equate with longevity. Regarding the soul/reincarnation, I see that as the only form of attainable 'immortality' so to speak, (and to that end every single being can be considered immortal - of course depending on your own thoughts and beliefs) but even that, in theory, has an end when all lessons have been learned and we have no more need of this particular plane or realm of existance (just my own conjecture and supposistion)
Can you prove you are what you say you are?
This is the net, and as such we have to take on trust that anyone we interact with is even who they say they are never mind what! In any event throughout the site and forums it is made quite clear that the 'superhuman' abilities etc associated with the storybook vampire of myth and legend are not something we possess so even face to face, what could I do, and what would be proof enough? We are simply not here to provide proof or answer challanges, just provide information and interact with likeminded souls. What you do with that is up to you
As a vampire can/should I drink my own blood?
Absolutely not especially if your under the impression that it's going to be productive to you as a vampiric person in any form. As an energy deficiant being you are simply replacing what you took or 'cycling' there is no gain or benifit.
Are there illnesses (physical or phsycological) that mimic or are mistaken for vampirisim?
At this point I am aware of two that have been associated and symptomatic those being renfields syndrome and Porphyria
So... I believe I'm a vampire, now how do I tell others?
Well, it's not always neccessary! It's a personal, private aspect of your life, a life which isn't going to be so terribly different or change so drastically that you must inform people before they find out. That said it's understandable that with certain people you won't want to keep it from them, will want them to be aware of all aspects of your life. To begin with be very sure they are someone you can trust and who will keep your confidence whatever their thoughts about what you tell them. Pick an appropriate moment for opening a conversation about the occult or paranormal in general (it will be the easiest lead in to the topic of vampirism) ask them what they think about it, ask them what they think about the idea of real vampires could they exist? Inform them of a site on vampires you've come accross (perhaps it could be this one) and suggest they take a look. The reaction to most of the above will let you know whether it's a good idea to 'out' yourself to that particular individual. Remember once out there there's no 'jumping back in the coffin' (oh yes, we have a sense of humor too, it's not all doom and gloom lol!)so don't take it lightly!