The Lexicon

Astral plane, The: A parallel world that reflects the physical world, only on a higher vibration level. Sometimes called 'astral' for short. Astral projection: Sending out one's consciousness to another location apart from one's body. This is not the same as going out of body, as one may astrally project while still remaining awareness of one's body and physical surroundings. Doing so is called bi-location. Astral Vampyre: Vampyres who feed on the energy of dreams, emotions generated by dreaming individuals, the astral plane, and the physical energy of the dreaming individuals. (See also Types of Vampyres) Aura: The biomagnetic/psychic energy field around a person/living or non-living thing. Awakening, The: Process by which a latent Vampyre becomes aware of themselves and their powers. This involves physical and mental changes. These changes often include developing or an increased sensitivity to light, the first symptoms of the thirst, a growing attraction for the night and darkness and for some a feeling of isolation as the changes in their nature remove them from what is considered "normal". The process of awakening often occurs after the onset of puberty or later. For some it takes years for the awakening process to come to completion. Other Vampyres, sometimes through the exchange of blood, can activate the awakening but sometimes the awakening occurs on its own with out activation by other sources. (See also Latent Vampyre) Beast, the: The drives and urges that motivate a Vampyre to abandon their humanity, and by which become a monster. Often used to describe the Vampyre side when tormented by the thirst. A Vampyre that fails to feed enough will become controlled by it. Bi-location: See astral projection. Blood Bar: A secretive, underground form of haven with very exclusive membership. They are usually run by a clan or house and only those approved by the clan or house are admitted. They serve either stored blood or have available donors that supply fresh blood. Their actual existance is so far unconfirmed and will most likely remain that way due to their exclusive and secretive membership. Blood Bond: 1) A rite, ritual or ceremony marking the commitment of one Vampyre to another, or of one Vampyre to a Clan or House. 2) A Vampyre can also blood bind a human to them, enhancing their influence over said human. Occurs with donors that have been fed from by one Vampyre three times or more. See also Ghoul. Blood Fetishist: Someone who is erotically attracted to the sight, taste or smell of blood; they generally have no physical need to consume it, and will usually be happy with small amounts. (See also Haematodipsia) Bloodletting: The physical act of cutting or piercing the flesh in order to extract blood. This is commonly used for feeding and bloodplay. (See also How to Safely Feed). Bloodplay: Similar to bloodletting, bloodplay is the act of using blood in sexual or fetish situations. (*See also Haematodipsia) Bloodplay can also refer to the integration of blood and bloodletting in ritual. Chakra: A center of spiritual energy in the body. Different systems account for anywhere from 4 to 10 major chakras with many minor ones. Chi: Chi is the Chinese term for life energy. It is also often referred to as pranic energy or life force. Chi is the bioelectrical energy which, runs our bodies on a subtle level. Psi-vamps manipulate chi and feed upon it to sate their thirst. A great deal of this subtle energy (chi) is concentrated into the blood. Childe: A term used to describe a young, inexperienced or foolish Vampyre. Plural form: Childer. Clan: A group of Vampyres gathered around a leader, usually sharing characteristics. Usually is a close-knit group of Vampyres, much like a family. Clinical vampirism: A psychological condition, also referred to as Renfield's Syndrome, in which the afflicted person experiences a psychological urge to drink blood. This urge is often satisfied with their own blood, and sufferers of Renfield's Syndrome typically bear slashes from razors and knives up and down their arms from where they have drawn blood from themselves. This condition is similar to a new pathology, known as SMS, or Self-Mutilation Syndrome, which is becoming alarmingly common in American youths. Court: A gathering of Vampyres, usually arranged and hosted by respected members (elders, clan leaders, mentors, etc) of the Vampyre Community. Can be specific to cities or be open to Vampyres in an entire state, or even several states. Coven: This term is often used incorrectly to label gatherings of Vampyres. The term in reality applies to witches. Another term also often used incorrectly with a similar meaning is Circle. Cutters: See SMS. Dark Angel: (Also called 'Fallen Angel'). This is one of many terms used to refer to Vampyres. (Such as Dhampir, Kindred, Immortals, etc). Dark Gift, the: Term used to refer to Embracing/Turning some one. Domain: A large amount of land claimed by a Vampyre, usually having subservient Vampyres dwelling within it. Donor: A source of blood or pranic energy. (Also known as Vessels). Elemental Vampyre: Vampyres that feed from the elements (earth, fire, etc). (See also Types of Vampyres) Elder: A Vampyre of great age, usually 100 years or more. Not many of them are still around today. Also used as a title of respect when referring to more knowledgeable and experienced Vampyres. Embrace, the: The process by which humans become kindred. Also known as Turning. Emotional Vampyre: Vampyres who feed of the energy produced by emotions. Empath: A person who is able to psychically detect the emotions of others. Empathy: The ability to psychically detect the emotions of others. Energy signature: Term used to indicate the unique energy-pattern, feeling, or vibes that each individual has. Vampyres are believed to have a particular energy signature that can be recognized by those familiar with it. In this way, others skilled in magick and psychic practices may identify us for what we are. Feeding: The act of consuming blood (for Sanguinarians),also the act of drawing pranic energy (for Psi-Vampyres) from humans or animals. Feeding Ring: A group of donors, from four to eight or more, that donate to a specific Vampyre, clan, house or group of Vampyres. Ghoul: A servant created by binding a human to a Vampyre through the exchange of blood. Grounding: Making a connection with the ground in order to prevent overload or (in earth-energy working) draw up earth energy. The value of grounding depends on the system one is trained in. It can be considered basically the same as electrical grounding. Haematodipsia: A sexual thirst for blood displayed by mortals and in no way connected to the Hunger that Vampyres experience. In other words, they don't need the blood; it merely serves to stimulate arousal. A stronger form of Haematophilia. (See also Blood Fetishist) Haematomania: A strong psychological craving for blood. Haematophilia: An erotic attraction to the taste, sight (or smell) of blood. Haven: A Vampyre's home and safe place. Also used to describe a gathering place, be it public (like a night club) or private for Vampyres. Public Havens are sometimes used to host Court or other Vampyre gatherings. House: Like a clan, a Royal is born into their House. When a Royal marries another Royal the two Houses merge and create a new House. Unlike a clan, Houses are exclusive to Royals. Hunger, the: The drive to feed on blood. Its strength and occurrence depend on the rank and power level of the Vampyre. Hunter: Someone that hunts, stalks, threatens, and does harm to someone because they are a Vampyre. (See also Slayers) Hunting: 1) The act of seeking out donors by Vampyres. (Also called stalking one's prey.) In days long past, our ancestors hunted in the true sense of this word. Since then it was discovered that there humans that are perfectly happy to donate us, so 'the hunt' in it's true sense became unnecessary. 2) The act of slayers and hunters in pursuit of a Vampyre or Vampyres. They should not be taken lightly as they have every intent to cause harm and death. Incubus: A Vampyre Incubus is part demon, part Vampyre that uses sex to get blood. In general they are considered outcasts in the Vampyre Community because it violates the morals and is considered too much work just to get blood. (See alsoTypes of Vampyres) Kine: A derogatory term used to describe humans, (mortals, non-Vampyres). Kindred: One of many terms used to refer to Vampyres (See also 'Dark Angel'). Latent Vampyre: Someone who is already naturally a Vampyre by birth, but whose Vampyric tendencies have not yet manifested. Latent Vampyres may need to be "awakened", their tendencies may be "activated" by indeterminate causes. Latent Vampyres sometimes stand out to other awakened Vampyres. Lineage: The bloodline of a Vampyre. Lucid Dreaming: To dream and be aware that you are dreaming. This affords one the control of their dream, the ability to manipulate it as you like, though the extent of control varies. Lupine: A werewolf. They are to be treated with the respect due to a Royal Vampyre. Life, the: A term sometime used to describe the blood taken from a human. Masquerade, the: A necessary part of any Vampyre's life. The act by which Vampyres conceal their true nature and show themselves as humans to the world. To slip up in the masquerade is to die. (See alsoThe Masquerade) Mentor: A guide and teacher to a new or inexperienced Vampyre; the one(s) who helped them through the awakening. Mortal: Term used for the purposes of distinguishing those who are not Vampyres. This term is misleading because it implies that Vampyres are immortal, which to my knowledge has not been established as of yet. Nephilim, The: A rather widespread belief within the Vampyric community, which asserts that Vampyres are the inheritors of the Nephilim. The Nephilim are demi-human beings who were sired by angels, as told in Enoch I, a book that was dropped from the Bible in the early stages of its canonization. Of the Blood: A term sometimes used to refer to someone as being a Vampyre. Play Fighting: Behavior often exhibited by young or awakening Vampyres. Includes wrestling, punching, biting, clawing, scratching, kicking, and other behavior seen in individuals during a confrontation. The difference is that in this instance the behavior is not serious, meaning the Vampyres are not genuinely trying to harm each other. Similar to behavior exhibited by young predators in the wild and it serves a similar function. Porphyria: An acute medical condition which, has been postulated by some scholars to have inspired the Vampyre myths of the past. Sufferers of porphyria have pale, flaky skin and are very sensitive to sunlight. They are also severely anemic, and some sufferers of porphyria have been known to drink blood in an attempt to relieve the cravings brought about by anemia. Poser: Someone pretending or claiming to be a Vampyre who is not with the intent of deceiving others, by making false claims as to their powers, abilities, lifespan, etc. Pranic energy: The energy that Psi (or Pranic) Vampyres feed on. A general term for the life energy which is found within and throughout all living things. This energy is also contained in the blood. (See also Chi) Psi-Vampyre: 1) A Vampyre who has a need to feed upon the life force of others. Most Psi (or energy) Vampyres feed upon chi or pranic energy and don't drink blood, except for in the beginning when they are still young and learning their abilities. Psi-Vampyres exhibit the same characteristics that distinguish other real Vampyres, including light sensitivity, a nocturnal lifestyle, and periods of the Hunger or Thirst. Emotional and Elemental Vampyres are considered subtypes of Psys.(See also Types of Vampyres). Psionics: The practice of using psi abilities. Psychic attack: An aggressive action against another using psychic ability. Psychokinesis: Formerly called telekinesis, this is the psychic ability to move objects and matter without physically touching them or affecting them with other material objects. Real Vampyre: See the article What is Vampyrism?. Renfield's Syndrome: A psychological condition in which the sufferer has an affinity for drinking blood. Sufferers of Renfield's Syndrome typically bear slashes on their hands and arms where they have withdrawn quantities of their own blood to drink. Role-player: 1) Someone who engages in role-playing games (RPGs). 2) This is often used as a derogatory term for those who play Vampire: The Masquerade or similar Vampire RPGs and/or who pretend to be a Vampyre in their free time when they are not. RPGers are also associated with posers and other fakes who dress the part and pretend to be something they are not. (See also Poser, Vampyre Lifestyler, Wannabe). [However, by this definition I am not saying that all Role Players think they are the character they play in their RPGs.] Sanguinarian: Someone who has a physical need for blood, which is non-erotic in nature. Sanguinarians (from the Latin root meaning "bloodthirsty") usually are unable to feed like Psi/energy Vampyres, though some exhibit Psi as well as Sanguinarian Vampirism abilities. (See also Types of Vampyres). Satanism: The worship of devils, demons, incarnations of evil. Used the ritual referred to as Black Mass. Satanism, New Age (Also Modern Satanism): Indulgence and all forms of gratification and vengeance. Enemies are to be hated and smashed. Sex is exalted. Basically all the pleasures with out any guilt. Scan: To use psychic abilities to actively try to find out information about a person/place/thing. Although most use it without knowing how it works, it involves sending a beam of energy out to the target, and gleaning information from the bounce-back. Seeker: Someone who is seeking Vampyres, or knowledge of Vampyres, usually desiring to become one her/himself. Shield: An energy barrier/interference patter that a person puts around themselves (or another person/place/thing) to prevent other energies from penetrating. Shielding: The practice of putting up/using a shield. Sire: The creator/parent Vampyre of a Turned; used both as the female and the male form. Sigil: The identifying symbol of a House, Haven, or Clan. The sigil often has ritual or symbolic significance for the members. Slayer: Similiar to a Hunter, but possessing abilities similiar to Vampyres. (See also Vampyre Slayers) SMS: (Self-Mutilation Syndrome) A psychological condition which has apparently begun to grow among American youth. Sufferers of SMS, often known as cutters, feel the need to cut into their flesh and watch themselves bleed. Some sufferers of SMS also drink the blood drawn out this way, although this is not standard for the disease. Source: Another name for a Donor, or Vessel. Sorceress: A general term that is used to refer to individuals that practice magic. Male term is sorcerer. Succubus: The female version of the Incubus. (See also Types of Vampyres) Sympathetic vampirism: A condition that sometimes occurs in people who have been fed from too often. This usually occurs in the donors of psy vamps but can also be found among the donors of sangs as well. In general, some one with this condition experiences such a depletion of energy that they have to resort to vampyrism themself in order to replenish them. In addition to a need to feed, those with sympathetic vampyrism may show symptoms commonly associated with real vampyrism, such as heightened senses and sensitivity to sunlight. This condition may last for a few weeks, although sometimes it can be drawn out for months or years. The best course of action is for the Vampyre or Vampyres who feed from the person to stop completely. Without the constant depletion of resources, the person's system should gradually correct itself over time. Tendril: An extension of the aura that is used to reach out and latch on to another person's aura. Some use tendrils for feeding and for scanning. Thirst, The: (See the article "The Thirst") Vampyrecrafte: Most Vampyres practice numerous techniques associated with energy manipulation. Many also practice some form of magick, most often ritual magick or chaos magick. Vampyre's Kiss, A: The process by which a Vampyre takes blood from a donor. Vampyre lifestyler: Similar to posers and role-players but these individuals take it to the extreme. They go so far as to mimic the Vampyres portrayed in fiction, pale their faces, wear dark clothing as well as clothing from the Renaissance and Victorian periods. They even go so far as to set up "clans" and "havens" for their lot. They are not to be confused with Real Vampyres, though their deception can be rather skillful, so beware. Wannabe: Derogatory term for someone who wants to become a Vampyre, usually with unrealistic expectations of what it would be like. Many are attracted by a false vision of Vampyres and their "powers", as they are portrayed in fiction. They usually fail to look at the practical side of becoming a Vampyre, such as necessary changes in lifestyle, finding sources to feed from, and trying to hold a job while balancing one's Vampyric nature with daily life, etc. Warlock: An oathbreaker. Witch: Term that refers to those that practice Wicca. The male form is Priest. It is often incorrectly to apply to people that practice magic. Wizard: Another term used to refer to individuals that practice magic. [ A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | V | W ]

Author: Razor The Tormented