Vampires and Hunters: Unveiling a Hidden War

The world is not as it seems. Lurking in the shadows, concealed from the oblivious masses, exists a clandestine battle between the undead and those sworn to eradicate them. Recent testimony has shed light on the shocking reality of vampires, werebeasts, demons, and the dedicated hunters who stand as humanity’s shield against the encroaching darkness.

Vampires, far from the romanticized figures of popular culture, are creatures driven by instinct and a thirst that can only be quenched by blood. While some indulge in human blood, risking disease and the wrath of their own kind, the majority subsist on animal blood, obtained from butchers or other sources.

• The Taste of Blood: According to a source, while human blood might have a slightly better taste, the risk of contracting diseases like HIV or Hepatitis isn’t worth it. The experience of consuming tainted blood is described as a painful, debilitating ordeal.
• Turning Process: Turning someone into a vampire without proper paperwork carries a hefty penalty, a 250-year sentence within their society. Those turned are expected to integrate into the vampire community and be mentored by their sire for two decades.

Despite their supernatural nature, vampires are not invincible. Sunlight, while not immediately lethal, causes a painful reaction akin to poison ivy, and prolonged exposure can be fatal. Mirrors reflect their image, and they require rest and sustenance like any other living being. While they retain the ability to engage in sexual activity, they lose the power to procreate.

Vampire hunters, often operating under the radar, are the unsung heroes of this hidden war. One individual, claiming to be a member of a government-backed organization known as the Men of Letters (MOL), shared insights into their world.

• The Hunters: Hunters are born with a natural immunity to vampirism and possess an innate ability to track and combat supernatural threats. This instinctual knowledge guides their actions, making them formidable adversaries.
• Recruitment and Training: Potential hunters are often identified through encounters with the supernatural, with law enforcement playing a crucial role in their recruitment. After undergoing an eight-week training program, they are equipped with specialized weapons and knowledge to combat the forces of darkness.
• Weapons: Silver knives and bullets are effective against vampires and werebeasts, while demons are vulnerable to blades crafted from a specific aluminum and magnesium alloy. Teakwood is also poisonous to vampires.
• Organization: The Men of Letters are an old organization, older than most countries and they have a formal licensing process. They are always looking to hire new hunters. It’s a simple blood test to figure it out. And even if you’re not a natural hunter, you can learn and many do so quickly. You just get a coin badge marked with an infinity symbol so you’re not sent into a hive.

The MOL works closely with religious institutions like the Catholic Church, particularly when dealing with demonic entities. Demons, often summoned by unsuspecting individuals, are described as animalistic beings who crave destruction. While they cannot be permanently killed, they can be banished back to their realm.

Werebeasts, another threat lurking in the shadows, are creatures that can transform humans into monstrous versions of themselves through venom. Unlike the werewolves of Hollywood, werebeasts are not limited to dogs or wolves; they can take the form of various animals.

The testimony paints a grim picture of a world teetering on the brink of chaos, where supernatural forces clash in the darkness, and ordinary humans remain blissfully unaware of the true nature of their reality. Only the vigilant hunters stand between humanity and annihilation, battling tirelessly to keep the darkness at bay.