Standard Q & A

What is your definition of a vampire?

There exists an entity of living energy all around us and in the universe. This energy is both alive itself and imbues all things with life of one degree or another. A vampire is an adept at energy play, an adept at tapping into this living energy for self-benefit. A vampire knows how to take what energy they want and need and use it for their own purposes.


How does your definition compare or contrast to that of the vampiric
community? Do you consider yourself a part of the community?

I seem to be taking a more metaphysical and philosophical approach which at the same time allows for great freedom of interpretation


How do you identify yourself? What kind of vampire are you?

Well, I learned the hard way that "Hi, I'm a vampire" doesn't sit well with most people.  But also the vampiric part of me is so natural it's like identifying myself by my hair color.  But if I am speaking about vampires, I identify with the ambient/pranic variety.


How/when did you discover that you were different from other people? Did you
reflect these traits at a young age or as you got older?

I can't remember a time when I wasn't aware that I was a little different, but I also can't say I was ever the outsider among the kids of my age.  I always had a knack for leadership.


What do you think made you a vampire? Do you think it was forced or more of
a personal choice?

I was blessed with the ability to approach the living energy of the universe using the limited tools that come with being human.  The whole joining forces was like a stream running into a river.  For me it's been natural progression.

How do other people respond when you tell them you are a vampire?

I don't come out with it bluntly, for starters.  I try to get talking about my own theories on the subject and demonstrate that I'm talking about something very real.  By the time I introduce the word vampire, I've overcome a lot of skepticism.

Define the term "energy". What does it mean to you? How do you obtain the
energy you need?

To me energy is that abstract concept of that which gives life and power.  My ritual of acquisition is something I've been refining for over twenty years now.  Essentially it begins with entering the meditative state.  Relaxed and centered, I am able to travel not as a human body but as a cloud of particles.  These particles join up with the universal energy and I am able to recall them for my use. 

Do you believe that all vampires need to consume energy? Why or why not?

All beings need to consume energy.  That's crucial to actually being a "being".

Describe the relationship between average people and vampires. What are your
experiences?

Well, I know I could be very flagrant and obnoxious about it, but what good would that really do me.  Being a vampire is a strong part of me, but it is not a superficial part of me.  There are really only a handful of people I've ever gotten deep enough with to start discussing real vampirism.

Have you ever been in a relationship with a non-vampire?
What was it like? What did the other person think of you being a vampire?

Most of my relationships have been with non-vampires.  i think I tend to assume a dominant role in the first place, so the vampire/non vampire hook up works well.  Most have felt that as long as I'm not taking unnecessary risks it's fine.

Have you ever been in a relationship with a vampire? If so, how is it
different from being in a relationship with an average person?

I've found it to be uncomfortably intense, as if the rise and fall of civilization depended upon every word.

What happens when two vampires procreate? What happens when a vampire and a
human procreate?

Er, to the best of my knowledge, they have a baby.  What happens to that baby is anyone's guess.

Do you currently have a donor?

I don't really need one, but I am the administrator for a monogamous feeding circle that undergoes regular testing, etc.  I do the paperwork to keep everyone safe.


What is the best and worst thing about being a vampire?

The best thing is how the world just seems so much more vibrant and interesting.

The worst thing is this social drive to organize and regulate.  That's not what being a vampire is about.

And Some Things Never Die...

Reference:  http://www.indiegogo.com/vampyres

From Jonathon Sharkey:
October 11, 2010:

Greetings In Blood,
 
Here is an email from Austin Smoak who supposedly is doing this Vampyre documentary in New Orleans. I think she's taken the Vampyre community for a ride.
 
If she's selling it for $10 million, why is she asking for donations?
 
Audrianna and I have already been paid, so I personally am out no money on this.
 
I am about to become a member of the SGA and WGAE. Hence, I have an obligation to bring forth illegal activities in the movie business.
 
If you do not think Austin filmed me, go to the videos on my IMDb page, you'll find the proof.
 
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2652647/

Do Svidaniya,
Nel Sangue,
 
Jonathon "The Impaler" Sharkey (R)
Presidential Candidate
If you're not with me, then you're my enemy! 
(My IMDb page) http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2652647/
www.thetrueimpalermovie.com
www.myspace.com/thetrueimpaler
(My YouTube Page) http://www.youtube.com/user/JonathonTheImpaler1
http://www.meetup.com/TheStregoiCovenOfTampaBay/
www.myspace.com/jonathonquottheimpalerquot

--- On Fri, 9/17/10, austin smoak <austinsmoak@gmail.com> wrote:

    From: austin smoak <austinsmoak@gmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Buying your documentary
    To: "Jonathon Sharkey" <jonathontheimpaler@yahoo.com>
    Date: Friday, September 17, 2010, 6:01 PM

    We're planning to sell the doc out here for about $10 million. We have some pretty good interest but for a quick sale I could probably sell it to you for around 8.5 million. I'd need to talk to my other producers but if you're interested- let me know.
    Austin

    On Thu, Sep 16, 2010 at 3:43 PM, Jonathon Sharkey <jonathontheimpaler@yahoo.com> wrote:

        Greetings Austin,
         
        I saw you are trying to rise $5,500 for the documentary. I have a few meetings next week with money people.
         
        How much would you sell me the footage and documentary for? 

        Do Svidaniya,
        Nel Sangue,
         
         
        Jonathon "The Impaler" Sharkey (R)
        Presidential Candidate
        If you're not with me, then you're my enemy! 
        (My IMDb page) http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2652647/
        www.thetrueimpalermovie.com
        www.myspace.com/thetrueimpaler
        (My YouTube Page) http://www.youtube.com/user/JonathonTheImpaler1
        http://www.meetup.com/TheStregoiCovenOfTampaBay/
        www.myspace.com/jonathonquottheimpalerquot

    -- 
    Austin Smoak
    austinsmoak@gmail.com
    323.243.6990

I Really Need To Say Something

I've just received yet another e-mail asking for some kind of donation to be made to a vampire group or cause.  Now I'm sorry if my experience in budgeting and weighing expenses happens to be of a professional grade, as it is because I've been running my own businesses since 1995.  Vampgeist Creative Media, however, has benefited from that practical experience.  We're offering many quality services to the community for free.  We have never implemented a donation drive.  And let's be clear, it isn't because I'm independently wealthy!  Planning, people.  That's all it takes--present action with an eye to the future.

What Next--Greeting Cards?

Apparently the vampire community is making an effort to establish holidays of a sort.

October 1 was Donor Appreciation Day.  Today was Vampyre (not my spelling) Appreciation and Awareness day.

There's nothing inherently wrong with this idea.  In fact it might have positive repercussions for the community.  I just have a nagging feeling that taking a mainstream concept like an awareness day and applying it to the world of the vampire is another step into the bland.

Bonnes fetes!