Vampire Myths

Here are some random myths about Vampires I found around the web.

Vampires sleep in coffins

Garlic repels vampires

Crosses repel vampires

Vampires are killed by driving a stake through their heart

Vampires burst into flames upon exposure to sunlight

Holy water burns the skin and flesh of vampires

Vampires prey on virginal women

Vampires can fly

Vampires turn into bats

Vampires are not visible in mirrors

Vampires suffer more than usual damage from fire

Dead vampires disperse to dust regardless of age

Vampires can be sustained by animal blood

Animals can become vampires

Vampires have control only over specific animals

Vampires require an invitation to enter a private dwelling

Vampires no longer need 'regular' food

Vampires cannot cross running water

Vampires appear the age at which they became a vampire

Old vampires tend to be stronger than newer ones

Vampires get stronger as they age

Vampires cannot cross a line of salt

A Vampires cannot bear or father children

A Vampire is immune to mortal diseases