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- Abani
- (formal, Sanguinarium) A term used by the OSV to designate family relation to a House or bloodline. "Of the family of...."; for example: Angel, abani Sahjaza or Stephen, abani Omallie, for those in this small section of the vampire community.
- Abbon
- *(formal, Sanguinarium) An elder who has earned the respect of the community, and specifically the OSV but is not the member of any House or organization. Such vampires are usually strong willed, confident and very independent. Often they choose this path after becoming disgusted with or otherwise tired of the politics of the community. A special title given to honorary members of an OSV family who might either be Ronin/Teliob or members of other Households or Orders. The name of Abbon is useful for related Households or Orders to make alliances and show respect for each other and for select individuals who choose not to or are not interested in making a formal commitment to join a group for any reason. An alternate term in the Eclipsan system is Avavago.
- Acolyte
- (formal, Sanguinarium, House Eclipse) 1. (Sanguinarium) Someone who is a member of the Synod and helps run administrative tasks such as moderating elists, checking spelling, helping with programming, etc. 2. (House Eclipse) An assistant or helper in any religious organizations associated with vampires (and mundanes for that matter). For example, an acolyte would ensure that an incense burner was in place for a ritual or rite, filled at all times and moved as needed. An acolyte may also handle ritual implements, bringing them to ritual participants and putting them away when no longer needed.
- Adra
- * (formal, Sanguinarium) A term for a sponsor or mentor of someone in the community. The Adra is responsible for teaching their Nadja or Gevanma (Apprentice) the ways of the community or of a specific group including the Black Veil or other behavioral codes and the contents of the Scrolls of Elorath in the OSV system. In other groups, a mentor is called other names, such as the Eclipsan term Pibliar. In many groups the teachings depend on the Apprentice or Gevanma's personal interest and specific safety requirements. This relationship can be defined as those involved see fit, ranging from a dom/sub, brother/sister, sire/childe, etc. or a multitude of other options. Also see sponsor.
- Adna
- (formal, House Eclipse) In the Enochian language, this is the word for service. It is the formal term used by House Eclipse for those who choose to serve others in whatever way, including as non-vampiric Kitra. Usually an OtherKin person who chooses to support and aid a leader or ally rather than leading themselves. Often bonded to the one they aid by blood or magic. These vampires act as supporters and aides for other vampires, and also work as a check on the vampire in a leadership position's ego. Somewhat similar equivalent to the term Kijara of the OSV and means "servant" in Enochian.
- Ardetha
- (formal, Sanguinarium) Vampires who have been awakened through sympathetic vampirism, a magical system or ritual or by an epiphany or near death experience. Some vampires are said to have been made vampyres through a ritual or by another. The ability to do this is questionable, as most mentors are only known to be able to help someone come to terms with their vampyric condition, Ardetha are rare case, as the ability to "turn" another is a great gift or a rare ritual. Also referred to as Salbrox or Made vampires.
- Ageless
- (House Eclipse) The vampires of legend in whatever form or type. Sometimes thought to be spirits, deities or angels of a sort and revered by many vampires as guardians or protectors similar to the Christian angels and saints. Also seen as the nonhuman or superhuman creatures the original legends of vampires referred to These beings, since they are sometimes seen as astral, and always more than human, do not age and usually do not require any mundane items or comforts.
- Akashic Record
- (from Sanskrit) Celestian medium on which all thoughts and actions of the physical world are available to psychic observation.
- Altar
- * (House Kheperu) Usually a councilor (Kitra) who is trained to initiate a balance of the energy in a ritual. Also a Companion who is trained to balance the energies of several members of the priest caste. They usually sit in the center of a ritual and many times assist one priest in the workings of magic.
- Altered State of Consciousness (ASC)
- A state of consciousness that differs from ordinary, everyday consciousness. Altered states are usually typified by a narrowed and heightened focus, intensified sensitivities, and an altered pattern of thought (typically from rational to intuitive and from linear to nonlinear). Some assume that altered states can only be achieved through the use of hallucinogenic substances, but fasting, drumming, dancing, meditation and other repetitive activity can be used to attain an altered state.
- Ambient Energy
- The energy shed by living beings, particularly people. Ambient energy floats freely in an area, tending to flow along currents in the subtle reality, and it may be charged with emotions.
- Ananiel
- (formal, House Eclipse) A word to designate those who have potential for vampirism but are dormant. Unawakened vampires who may or may not be Awakened purposefully or Awaken on their own. Taken from the Enochian word meaning "Secret Wisdom" and somewhat corresponding to the OSV term "Klavasi"
- Anecris/Sangovin
- (formal, House Eclipse) The name for a ritual blood substitute and enhancer made using alchemical and magical means from plant, animal and other ingredients. This was created by Raven OrthaeVelve of House Eclipse and is used in many of the rituals in the system of sanguine vampiric magic created and published by her on the House Eclipse website. It is extremely complex, time consuming and demanding to make.
- Ancients
- *(general) Those vampiric entities who are said by the OSV and the Temple of the Vampire to act as guides and tools of magical workings in those traditions. These are capable of appearing as whatever the being wishes, from ancient gods to totemic animals, such as wolves, bats or hawks, to archetypes such as the Dragon or Griffin. This word also refers in the OSV tradition to the ancient deities and mythical/spiritual personas such as Lilith, Set, The Ancient Vampyric Gods, Caine, Kali, etc. Also may refer to the belief that the Ageless exist somewhere and still guide sanguinarians. Thus the Greater Ageless are also referred to as the Ancients, or seen as lesser descendants and assistants to the Ancients.
- Anemia
- If you have anemia, people may say you have tired blood. That is because anemia, a condition in which there are not enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues, can make you feel tired. The main symptom of most types of anemia is fatigue. Other signs and symptoms of anemia include: Weakness, Pale skin, A fast heartbeat, Shortness of breath, Chest pain. Initially, anemia can be so mild it goes unnoticed. But signs and symptoms increase as the condition progresses.
- Ardretha
- Vampires who have been awakened through sympathetic vampirism, a magickal system, the rare occurrence of an epiphany or near death experience. The ability to do this is questionable, as most adra are only known to be able to help someone come to terms with their vampiric condition. Adretha are a rare case, as the ability to turn another is a great gift or a rare ritual. Also referred to as made vampires. * This term is exclusive to the OSV.
- Astral Construct
- A being or thing, created through a combined process of Will and active imagination, that exists on the astral level but may be tied to a physical object. Most Often, astral constructs are intentionally created by magickal workers to carry out some specific magickal function.
- Astral Death
- In modern magickal theory this is the second death, which occurs after the death of the physical body. In astral death, the astral shell or subtle body of the individual dies, releasing the immortal spirit into the Wheel of Death and Rebirth.
- Astral Plane
- A place which is generally conceptualized as an invisible parallel world that remains unseen from our solid world of form. It is the realm of concrete consciousness, the level of reality that corresponds to the human experience of dream, vision, out-of-body experience, and ordinary consciousness.
- Astral Projection
- The process of projecting the consciousness within the vehicle of the subtle body beyond the physical form. While it is projected, the subtle body remains connected to the physical body by means of a thin, silver cord. It is believed that if this cord is severed, the physical body will die. Astral Realm Nonphysical level of existence that is one step further removed from physical reality than the subtle realm. This is typically the realm accessed by those who practice astral projection.
- Astral Shell
- According to occultist Dion Fortune, the astral shell is the subtle corpse, which, under ordinary circumstances, dissipates a few days to a few weeks after physical death has occurred.
- Astral Vampire
- A being that moves through the astral plane and/or subtle reality and feeds off the energy of others. Astral vampires can be wholly nonphysical entities, or they may be living, physical beings who have the ability to move and interact on a nonphysical levels of existence. According to occultist Dion Fortune, an astral vampire is created when a particularly powerful magickal worker resists the second death and perpetuates this unnatural existence by preying upon the energies of others.
- Aura
- The energy of an individual as it extends out beyond the limits of the physical body. The aura exists in layers, or shells, of energy that move outward from the core of a person, with each shell being less cohesive and dense than the last. Some individuals are capable of perceiving the aura with the naked eye, and with practice many people can cultivate this ability.
- Auto-Vampirism
- The consumption of one's own blood. This does not provide a sanguinarian with any energy, since the energy is just being recycled back into the system of the sanguinarian. It is frowned upon by many in the community, who see it as a destructive act that provides no benefit.
- Awakening
- *(general, Sanguinarius, Sanguinarium) 1. (OSV and Sanguinarum) This occurs when someone awakens to their latent vampire natures. The awakening typically occurs during or shortly after the onset of puberty, but in some individuals may take years to manifest. Those undergoing the awakening, undergo various mental and physical changes. These changes often include an increased sensitivity to light (particularly to sunlight), a growing affinity for night and darkness, switching from a diurnal to a nocturnal to a diurnal sleeping schedule, and experiencing the first symptoms of the thirst. Many experience acute feelings of isolation and alienation during this process, as their changing nature distances them increasingly from their "normal" family and friends. Many seek out organizations or groups to help understand their desires and newfound feelings.
2. (Sanguinarius) The physical and mental changes that occur when someone awakens to their latent vampire nature. The awakening typically occurs during or shortly after the onset of puberty, but in some individuals may take years to manifest. Those undergoing the awakening, undergo various mental and physical changes. These changes often include an increased sensitivity to light and particularly to sunlight, a growing affinity for night and darkness, switching from a diurnal to a nocturnal to a diurnal sleeping schedule, and experiencing the first symptoms of the thirst. Many experience acute feelings of isolation and alienation during this process, as their changing nature distances them increasingly from their "normal" family and friends. Many seek out organizations or groups to help understand their desires and newfound feelings. - Ayahtiaru
- (formal, House Eclipse) Originally a fiery, blood drinking serpent in Ancient Egyptian mythology that helped judge the sins of the spirits of the dead. Now used as a respectful honorific before the name of a vampire (for example, in a formal setting or letter, Ayahtiaru Jonathan) or as a respectful name for a sanguine vampire.
- Azra
- A high priest or priestess within the Synod. * This term is exclusive to the OSV.
