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In the vampire community, there are many terms that have developed or merged from familiar occultic terminology. Some of the terms presented here on Aquilus are specific to a particular order, while others are in general usage throughout the vampire community. Please acknowledge that these terms, although presented here, do not necessarily reflect those opinions/beliefs of Aquilus Dot Net or it's members. It is made available for informational purposes and should be viewed only as such. This is by no means a definitive Lexicon of vampire speech, it is only one perspective and relates to the individuals who have contributed the terms. | |
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| Term | Definition |
| Paganism Author: Larae | General term for any number of modern nature-oriented religions. Paganism, more properly termed Neo-Paganism, is a revival of pre-Christian practices and beliefs that often include the practice of magick, a celebration of divinity in both male and female aspects, and a belief in reincarnation. |
| Pandemonium Author: LadyBlak | Definition: Pandemonium is a term for a generally unpleasant experience which includes but is not limited to an acute heightening of all of a vampyres sensitivities, a change in the persons manner, alterations in breathing, pulse rate, and thought patterns, as their body gears up to go out and attempt to satisfy the thirst. This phenomenon is when the beast or darkside is very definitely felt as a real force within the vampyres psyche and the vampyres self-control teeters on a razor-edge. This particular phenomenon is experienced by both sanguines and psi-vamps alike, and it serves as a distinguishing factor between those who are real vampyres and those who are simply blood fetishists. |
| Parasite Author: LadyBlak | A completely insulting and derogatory term to refer to or call a psi-vamp or emotional vampire, implying that they are thieves and have no honor. |
| Patriarch Author: LadyBlak | Definition: The Male head of a Household or Order |
| Polyamory Author: LadyBlak | Definition: Refers to multi-person committed relationships, which are not uncommon among covens in the vampyre community. Although multiple partners are involved, there is still an element of fidelity in polyamorous relationships. Generally, partners are expected not to be promiscuous but to focus their attentions on members of the already established group. A very typical polyamorous relationship to be encountered in the vampyre community usually involves two vampires and a donor who is committed to them both. |
| Pontus Author: Larae | Latin for *bridge*, the point of juxtaposition between physical and subtle forms through which energy and information are exchanged. The pontus is comprised of the central energy axis, the major and minor chakras, the laterals, and the network of energy channels that intertwines with the nerves and blood vessels throughout the body. When the subtle body connects to and integrates with key pontus, incarnation is achieved. |
| Porphyria Author: LadyBlak | Definition: An acute medical condition which has been postulated by some scholars to have inspired the vampire myths of the past. Sufferers of porphyria have pale, flaky skin and are very sensitive to sunlight. Their gums often recede excessively, giving their teeth an elongated and possibly fang-like appearance. Porphyria is caused by a deficiency in the enzyme which helps produce heme, a constituent of the blood which helps carry oxygen through the body. Dr. David Dolphin was the first to suggest that porphyria was the inspiration for at least some of the Medieval vampire myths, contending that some of the sufferers may have been driven to drinking blood in order to relieve their symptoms. As a result, the condition has come to be known in modern times as the Vampire Disease. This appellation is very misleading, however, as porphyria only superficially resembles the vampirism of folklore and there is no supporting evidence to Dr. Dolphins assertion that porphyria sufferers have been driven to drinking blood by their disease. |
| Poser Author: Larae | Someone who pretends to be a vampire. A poser usually makes outrageous claims about their powers, age, and lifespan for the purposes of feeling self-important, or with the intent of being deceitful to others, for their own selfish reasons. Most posers draw all of their fictional vampiric abilities directly from sources such as Anne Rice, White Wolf, and so on, and for this reason are immediately recognizable for the frauds that they are. |
| Potential Author: Larae | A person who carries the latent qualities necessary for Awakening. A Potential typically has natural psychic abilities, an affinity for energy work, and an aptitude for magick, but has yet to fully explore or embrace these things within him or herself. Given time, most Potentials can Awaken on their own, although the process can be greatly facilitated through the catalyzing effect of another Awakened. Some Potentials have underlying mental, emotional, or psychological instabilities that make Awakening a difficult if not dangerous process for them and for this reason should not be actively Awakened. |
| Prana Author: Larae | The subtle energy or life-force, akin to Chi or Mana, which is found within all living things. Prana is a Hindu term, strongly associated with the breath as well as life. It permeates each individual as well as the Universe at all levels. It acts as physical energy, mental energy, where the mind gathers information; and as intellectual energy, where information is examined and filtered. Prana also acts as sexual energy, spiritual energy and cosmic energy. All that vibrates in this Universe is prana: heat, light, gravity, magnetism, vigor, power, vitality, electricity, life and spirit are all forms of prana. It is the cosmic personality, potent in all beings and non-beings. |
| Primal Shift Author: LadyBlak | The phenomena of feeling the primal core vampyric part coming more to the surface where sensations and craving become more apparent. When there is a distinct feeling of separation of the more reserved, in control part of the vampyre , towards a different kind of control. Author-LadyBlak |
| Psi Author: LadyBlak | Definition: A general term for the life-energy which is found within and throughout all living things. Also called prana, chi, pranic energy, psychic energy, etc. The life-force that surrounds and is contained in living things. This is the life-force that energy and psychic vampires feed upon. This energy is also contained in the blood and is believed by some to be an integral part of the transfer which occurs between a donor and a sanguinarian. |
| Psi-Vamp Author: Larae | A contraction of the term *psychic vampire* The term *psi-vamp* is completely interchangeable with the longer *psychic vampire* and is widely in use on the internet. |
| Psychic Attack Author: Larae | Any type of unwelcome paranormal or ethereal intrusion intended to cause harm to recipient. Psychic Vampire Attacks are considered a form of psychic attack, especially when forced upon an unwilling victim. |
| Psychic Energy Author: Larae | A general term for the human life energy. Also referred to as prana, chi, pranic energy or psi-energy, this is the life force that energy and psychic vampires feed upon. This subtle energy is also contained int he blood and is an integral part of the exchange, which occurs between a donor and a sanguine vampires. |
| Psychic Vampire Author: Larae | An individual who, for one reason or another, must actively take in human vital energy in order to maintain mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. A psychic vampire`s need can result from a number of factors, including a heightened energetic *metabolism* or an inability to process other more abundant forms of energy. It should be noted that within both the Church of Satan and the Temple of Set, the term carries very negative connotations, referring to manipulative and emotionally needy individuals. |
| Psychic Vampire Attack Author: Larae | An uninvited and unwelcome draining of one`s vital life energy. A Psychic Vampire Attack occurs when a psi-vamp targets someone and feeds or attempts to feed. This can be done from casual contact, from across a room, or even through dreams - also referred to astral attacks. Attacks of this nature can range from mild to very severe, sometimes leaving the victim despondent or even physically sick from being so drained. It is debated whether one can become a psychic vampire from repeated severe psi-vampire attacks. Though in general, this form of repeated psi-drains seem only to profuse a condition known as Sympathetic Vampirism. |
| Psychological Vampyrism Author: LadyBlak | Definition: These individuals often have a histrionic or narcissistic personality disorder and they are constantly drawing attention to themselves. They usually create dramatic situations and then demand emotional support from those around them. These individuals are emotional vampires. There is nothing metaphysical or spiritual in their condition, it is a simple psychological disorder. Yet it leaves the victims of these clingy, whiny people emotionally and mentally drained after dealing with them. These individuals are not to be confused with psychic, psi or energy vampires. |
| Puppy Author: LadyBlak | Definition: A somewhat derogatory term for one who has developed an undue fascination, obsession or bond with a vampire and follows him or her around, trying to gain the vampires attention or approval, and fawning over him or her, in a manner not unlike a puppy dog follows his or her master around. |
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