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Elemental Vampirism
I was asked to write this article on elemental vampirism. I took the
challenge and opportunity that was offered to me to educate not only others but
myself
as well. I would like to first thank all the wonderful people who took the
time to answer my questions. Thank you.
The "text book" definition of an elemental vampire is a person who pulls
energy from the natural earth elements such as air, earth, fire, and water.
These are the basic elemental energies. There are other energies that these basic
elemental energies reside in such as the natural energy sources of urban/city
environments and moon cycles (earth), streams, rain and even a "desktop
waterfall" (water), solar energy, heat, candles (fire), sound, smells and air
pressure (air). Elemental energy is a very basic and nurturing energy. Large sources
can be very powerful feeds. Smaller sources are too small to feed from but can
be used to neutralize damaging energies or to balance them out.
Elemental energies are neutral by nature and have calming effects on other
energies such as chaotic energies. If used correctly, for example using the
method of toning down a chaotic situation by lowering the lights and changing
the ambiance of the room with soothing candles, sounds and smells (incense,
essential oils, etc.) help to neutralize and balance the chaotic energies so
that it is not as damaging. How an elemental vampire pulls energy from the elements
seems to vary from person to person. For example, there is the "osmosis" method
of drawing these energies into oneself by opening up themselves and allowing
the energies to flow into them. A more elaborate method would be an involved
process of finding the energy lines in the element. These lines are not always
"straight and narrow". They can be vortexes, swirled, and jagged lines. Once the
lines are found, they are drawn and channeled into the person feeding on them.
I have been told elemental feeding feels like a good bowl of soup, since they
tend to be "pure" energies it can be very warming, relaxing, and comforting.
Bigger forms of elemental energies such as thunder storms and lightning can
provide great, vast amounts of energy. Almost like a good cup of coffee.
As in any form of feeding, elemental vampires have their preferences of what
types of energy they feed from. I have mostly found that they prefer healthy,
and positive energies. There are those who do prefer the negative energies,
however, it does depend on the preference of the person. When not able to feed,
symptoms appear such as migraines, temperature, nausea and vomiting, blurred
vision, weakness, ringing in the ears, less mental alertness, and so forth.
I have found that elemental vampires do not seem to like chaotic energies or
empathic energies. Again this is a preference matter as well. It seems to be
an energy source that feels erratic, overwhelming and does not meet the energy
needs of the elemental vampire. This coincides with the fact the elements are
nurturing and soothing rather than empathic and chaotic energy being erratic
and disorienting. If fed upon it seems the elemental vampire becomes what the
empathic and chaotic energies are, disoriented, erratic and overwhelmed. These
types of energies also seem to not meet their energy needs. Some seem to also
not prefer the softer elemental energies as they seem annoying, like a "grab
and miss" feed.
As for the black veil, most seem to think that common sense is more of a
standard to go by and it really doesn't pertain to elemental feeding at all. I,
myself, agree that it doesn't pertain to the black veil at all either for how
can one ask the earth if they can feed from it - it won't answer back. However,
perhaps a simple ritual of thanking the earth or other element fed from would
be adopted by some. Of course this is metaphysical in nature more than
pertaining to the elemental vampirism topic. To quote LA Judge "I figure we are
all adults and capable of acting in a sane intelligent manner. If we treat others
with common courtesy and treat each other the way we would like to be treated,
then there is no issue".
In conclusion, elemental vampirism is a nurturing, soothing and balancing way
of feeding that draws on the very abundant elements all around us. It is an
inexhaustible source of soft and hard energies that can be found in urban and
city life as well as all around our environment. It can feel like anything
from a "warm soup" to a "cup of coffee" and balances out other more chaotic
energies with a soothing, nurturing disposition. I have learned a lot with this
article and appreciate the opportunity to better understand some of my family
members here at the Vampire Church. Thank you again to those of you who answered
my questions, you have made this article possible and have given me a joy to
write and share it with all of you.
Sheal Mullin
Associate Member of the Vampire Church
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