Vampire - Revision history

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	In the centuries that followed, the supernatural community spread beyond the confines of Earth. Vampires, in particular, sought the solitude and anonymity of the stars. They ventured into the vast expanse of space, seeking new worlds and opportunities far from the memories of their turbulent past.		In the centuries that followed, the supernatural community spread beyond the confines of Earth. Vampires, in particular, sought the solitude and anonymity of the stars. They ventured into the vast expanse of space, seeking new worlds and opportunities far from the memories of their turbulent past.

			During this time, a significant event occurred that shaped the course of vampire history. Between 2371 and 2373, a forced Vampire Colony called Kiratu emerged on a small human agricultural colony. The [[Kiratu Incident]] report recounts the transformation of Kiratu into an unexpected sanctuary for vampires following an aggressive attack by a rogue faction. It explores the rise of Kiratu as a haven for vampires seeking refuge, the delicate balance of coexistence between vampires and [[Solas Tempus]] through a treaty of non-aggression, and the unraveling of peace as the vampire population grew and resorted to raiding nearby regions for sustenance. The report also highlights the internal conflict within Solas Tempus, the governing organization, between Admiral [[Lance Thomas]] and Admiral [[Candy Poole]], whose differing ideologies hindered effective decision-making. The sudden disappearance of Kiratu remains an enigma, suggesting the possible intervention of powerful vampire figures to prevent further conflict.

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 In summary, the Leges Nocturnae serve as the backbone of vampire society, shaping its structure, relationships, and interactions with the human world. They ensure order, respect for hierarchy, and the survival of the vampire race.
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 The enforcement of the Leges Nocturnae continues to be a crucial part of vampire society, ensuring order and adherence to the societal norms. The noble presiding over the territory in question is responsible for enforcing the laws and meting out punishments, unless it is their territory, in which case the responsibility moves up the hierarchy. The punishment for violating the laws remains death, carried out at the behest of the nobles. This strict enforcement of the laws helps maintain the structure and order of the vampire society, even as it evolves and adapts to its new interstellar reality.
 == The Eugenics Wars, World War III, and the Second Civil War ==

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	The severity of the Leges Nocturnae is underscored by the Final Decree of Eternal Judgement, which mandates death as the punishment for any violation of these laws. This harsh penalty serves as a powerful deterrent, reinforcing the importance of the laws and the dire consequences of transgression. The decision to enact this ultimate punishment rests with the nobles, adding a grave responsibility to their roles. Thus, the Leges Nocturnae not only govern the behavior of individuals within the vampire society but also enforce the societal structure itself, maintaining order and ensuring the survival of the vampire community.		The severity of the Leges Nocturnae is underscored by the Final Decree of Eternal Judgement, which mandates death as the punishment for any violation of these laws. This harsh penalty serves as a powerful deterrent, reinforcing the importance of the laws and the dire consequences of transgression. The decision to enact this ultimate punishment rests with the nobles, adding a grave responsibility to their roles. Thus, the Leges Nocturnae not only govern the behavior of individuals within the vampire society but also enforce the societal structure itself, maintaining order and ensuring the survival of the vampire community.


	=== Social Hierarchy in the Post-War Era ===		=== Social Hierarchy in the Post-War Era ===

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 == Society ==
-Vampire society is complex and varies greatly across different cultures and regions. However, there are some commonalities that can be found.
+Vampire society, while diverse across cultures and regions, is bound by a common set of laws known as the Leges Nocturnae. These laws, enforced by the nobility of vampire society, establish a clear hierarchy, with the oldest and most powerful vampires, known as 'Elders' or 'Masters', at the top. Each territory is overseen by a noble, who is responsible for enforcing the laws within their domain. If a violation occurs, the noble of that territory has the first opportunity to administer punishment. However, if the violation occurs within their own territory, the case is escalated up the hierarchy.
-; Hierarchy: Vampires are typically organized into a hierarchy, with the oldest and most powerful vampires at the top. These vampires, often referred to as 'Elders' or 'Masters', hold significant influence and control over the younger vampires in their domain.
+The Leges Nocturnae are not just a set of rules; they are a system of governance that shapes every aspect of vampire society. They dictate the relationship between a sire and their child, the formation and operation of clans or covens, and even the rites for turning a human into a vampire. Violation of these laws is considered a grave offense, with the ultimate punishment being death, administered at the discretion of the nobles. This strict enforcement ensures that the laws are respected and followed, maintaining order and secrecy within vampire society.
-== Leges Nocturnae - Law of the Night ==
+The laws also address the distinction between 'natural' or 'pure' vampires and those who are turned. 'Natural' vampires, born through pregnancy, are under the responsibility of their parents until they are deemed capable of living independently. Turned vampires, on the other hand, are often viewed as property by older or more traditional vampires, regardless of their age or capabilities. This distinction further reinforces the hierarchy within vampire society.
 In 150 AD, a revered vampire seer, Enlil-Ninlil, foresaw a chilling future where vampires were hunted, killed, and enslaved by human armies. Disturbed by this prophecy, Enlil-Ninlil recognized the need for their kind to remain hidden and maintain order to prevent such atrocities. Inspired by the legal system of the Roman Empire, Enlil-Ninlil proposed a set of laws, the "Leges Nocturnae", designed to ensure the secrecy and survival of the vampire race. These laws were swiftly adopted, marking a pivotal moment in vampire history that would shape their existence for centuries to come.

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	# '''The Heart's Restraint''': To avoid complications and potential exposure, seek not the love of the children of the day, for it brings naught but peril and the risk of exposure.		# '''The Heart's Restraint''': To avoid complications and potential exposure, seek not the love of the children of the day, for it brings naught but peril and the risk of exposure.

	== The Eugenics Wars ~~and~~ World War III ==		== The Eugenics Wars, World War III, and the Second Civil War ==
	In the ~~tumultuous era~~ of ~~World~~ War ~~III~~ and the Eugenics Wars, the supernatural community, including vampires, were forced into the open, leading to a devastating loss in their numbers. [[The Contingency Plan]], a covert operation, exploited supernatural entities for warfare, further escalating the conflict. However, by the 22nd century, the supernatural community had retreated into deep secrecy, their existence erased from many history books. The Contingency Plan faded into obscurity, and the remaining supernatural entities, including vampires, spread beyond Earth, seeking solitude among the stars.		The period from 1992 to 2053 was marked by a series of conflicts that had a profound impact on the world, including the supernatural community. The Eugenics Wars, a series of cold wars that took place from 1992 to 1996, were a time of political and social unrest. The rise of leaders such as Kim Jong Un in North Korea in 2011, Xi Jinping of China in 2013, Vladimir Putin of Russia in 1999, Bashar al-Assad of Syria in 2000, and Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua in 2007, as well as events like the Arab Spring from 2010 to 2012, the Ukraine War circa 2023, the Second Congo War (1998-2003), the Syrian Civil War circa 2011, the Afghanistan War (2001-2021), the Iraq War (2003-2011), and the Darfur conflict circa 2003, were all part of this complex web of conflicts.

			The Eugenics Wars were not recognized as a single conflict until much later, and records from this period are spotty at best. This is why so much of the history of the war remains unknown, including the revelation of supernaturals. The Eugenics Wars were followed by the Second Civil War circa 2026, which eventually escalated into World War III, a conflict that lasted from 2026 to 2053.

			During these conflicts, the supernatural community, including vampires, were forced into the open, leading to a devastating loss in their numbers. [[The Contingency Plan]], a covert operation, exploited supernatural entities for warfare, further escalating the conflict. However, by the 22nd century, the supernatural community had retreated into deep secrecy, their existence erased from many history books. The Contingency Plan faded into obscurity, and the remaining supernatural entities, including vampires, spread beyond Earth, seeking solitude among the stars.

	=== Vampires in the Shadow of War ===		=== Vampires in the Shadow of War ===
	The onset of ~~World War III~~ marked a turning point in the history of supernatural creatures, particularly vampires. As the world plunged into chaos, governments revealed their clandestine experiments with the supernatural. Inspired by ancient mythologies and legends, a covert operation known as The Contingency Plan had been researching and experimenting with supernormal artifacts and entities, including vampires. Their goal was to understand, prevent, and counteract the potential threats these entities posed.		The onset of these conflicts marked a turning point in the history of supernatural creatures, particularly vampires. As the world plunged into chaos, governments revealed their clandestine experiments with the supernatural. Inspired by ancient mythologies and legends, a covert operation known as The Contingency Plan had been researching and experimenting with supernormal artifacts and entities, including vampires. Their goal was to understand, prevent, and counteract the potential threats these entities posed.

	The Contingency Plan, enacted during the cold war, had been operating throughout various parts of Homeland Security and the military complex. Their research led to the development of genetic technology that was used to create the first Augments, such as Khan Noonien Singh. This technology was also used to augment soldiers with DNA from supernatural creatures, creating a new breed of warriors for the impending World War III. As the war escalated, supernatural creatures across the globe revealed themselves, choosing sides in the conflict in an attempt to bring peace and halt the slaughter. Vampires and werewolves were among those who took the hardest hits, their populations decimated in the ensuing bloodbath.		The Contingency Plan, enacted during the cold war, had been operating throughout various parts of Homeland Security and the military complex. Their research led to the development of genetic technology that was used to create the first Augments, such as Khan Noonien Singh. This technology was also used to augment soldiers with DNA from supernatural creatures, creating a new breed of warriors for the impending World War III. As the war escalated, supernatural creatures across the globe revealed themselves, choosing sides in the conflict in an attempt to bring peace and halt the slaughter. Vampires and werewolves were among those who took the hardest hits, their populations decimated in the ensuing bloodbath.

	The aftermath of World War III, often referred to as the Post-Atomic Horror, saw the world in ruins. The Eugenics Wars that followed further devastated the population of supernatural creatures. Despite the catastrophic losses, a handful of vampires survived, their society forever changed by the events of the wars.

	In the post-war era, vampires became a rare sight, with only about 1 to 6 individuals in any given major population center. Many chose not to group together, their society having evolved significantly from its origins. Despite the changes, they still remembered their past and the trials they had endured during the Eugenics Wars and World War III. The exact number of survivors from the nuclear strikes of World War III remains unknown.

	The Contingency Plan continued its operations into the 21st century, expanding its reach through secret agreements with governments, corporations, and private citizens worldwide. Their mission evolved from merely understanding and containing supernormal entities to actively employing them. Supernatural entities who shared their vision were recruited, and projects were funded to exploit their abilities while eradicating all evidence of such programs.

	=== From Earth to the Stars ===		=== From Earth to the Stars ===
	By the 22nd century, the supernatural community had become a mere whisper in the annals of history. Vampires, werewolves, and other creatures of legend were unheard of, their existence erased from many history books. This was no accident but a deliberate act of self-preservation. The supernatural community that survived the horrors of World War III ~~and the Eugenics Wars~~ chose to retreat into the deepest shadows, their existence becoming a secret once more.		By the 22nd century, the supernatural community had become a mere whisper in the annals of history. Vampires, werewolves, and other creatures of legend were unheard of, their existence erased from many history books. This was no accident but a deliberate act of self-preservation. The supernatural community that survived the horrors of the Eugenics Wars, the Second Civil War, and World War III chose to retreat into the deepest shadows, their existence becoming a secret once more.

	The Contingency Plan, the organization that had once sought to control and exploit the supernatural, faded into obscurity. Its operations were dismantled, its research lost, and its existence forgotten in the tumultuous history of the 21st century. The remnants of the supernatural community were left to their own devices, free from the scrutiny and manipulation of The Contingency Plan.		The Contingency Plan, the organization that had once sought to control and exploit the supernatural, faded into obscurity. Its operations were dismantled, its research lost, and its existence forgotten in the tumultuous history of the 21st century. The remnants of the supernatural community were left to their own devices, free from the scrutiny and manipulation of The Contingency Plan.

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 # '''The Turning Rite''': To control our numbers and maintain the sanctity of our existence, to bestow the dark gift upon the children of the day, seek the counsel of the elders. None shall be turned lightly, for this is our most sacred rite.
 # '''The Heart's Restraint''': To avoid complications and potential exposure, seek not the love of the children of the day, for it brings naught but peril and the risk of exposure.
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	[[File:Vampire-native-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern Native American vampires.]]		[[File:Vampire-native-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern Native American vampires.]]
	[[File:Vampire-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern American vampires.]]		[[File:Vampire-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern American vampires.]]
	Vampires, supernatural beings of the night, have been a part of human folklore for centuries, their stories whispered in hushed tones around the globe. These creatures, known for their pale skin and fangs, are said to sustain their immortality by feeding on the life essence, typically in the form of blood, of the living. Vampires are either humans transformed by the VX Virus or offspring of two vampires. Those turned retain much of their human personality for several decades after transformation, but over time, they often develop peculiarities and become more pragmatic. Vampires possess superior physical abilities and can use either [[Magical Energy\|magical]] or [[Psionic Energy\|psionic energy]], powered by blood consumption. They are not affected by holy symbols, and can only be killed by burning or decapitation. Their bodies become stronger and more resilient after transformation, and they no longer need food, instead being sustained by blood. The process of turning a human into a vampire is complex and often brutal, and the newly turned vampire forms a strong bond with their creator. Vampires can mate and produce offspring, but the process is difficult and requires a lot of blood. Vampire society is hierarchical and complex, with older vampires holding significant influence. They often form groups known as clans or covens for protection and community, and they have their own set of laws and customs.		Vampires, supernatural beings of the night, have been a part of human folklore for centuries, their stories whispered in hushed tones around the globe. These creatures, known for their pale skin and fangs, are said to sustain their immortality by feeding on the life essence, typically in the form of blood, of the living. Vampires are either humans transformed by the [[VX Virus]] or offspring of two vampires. Those turned retain much of their human personality for several decades after transformation, but over time, they often develop peculiarities and become more pragmatic. Vampires possess superior physical abilities and can use either [[Magical Energy\|magical]] or [[Psionic Energy\|psionic energy]], powered by blood consumption. They are not affected by holy symbols, and can only be killed by burning or decapitation. Their bodies become stronger and more resilient after transformation, and they no longer need food, instead being sustained by blood. The process of turning a human into a vampire is complex and often brutal, and the newly turned vampire forms a strong bond with their creator. Vampires can mate and produce offspring, but the process is difficult and requires a lot of blood. Vampire society is hierarchical and complex, with older vampires holding significant influence. They often form groups known as clans or covens for protection and community, and they have their own set of laws and customs.

	== Personality ==		== Personality ==

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 ; Secrecy: Secrecy is a crucial part of vampire society. Vampires go to great lengths to hide their existence from humans, as discovery could lead to their persecution or destruction.
 ; Immortality and Power: The allure of immortality and power is a significant part of vampire society. Many vampires seek to increase their power, either through gaining followers, acquiring territory, or learning ancient vampire secrets.
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	=== Normalcy ===		=== Normalcy ===
	~~When completely sated and~~ full, a vampire ~~will be~~ indistinguishable from ~~humans~~, ~~except that~~ their skin color ~~remains constantly ghostly~~ pale. ~~Even if~~ they use magic or psionics to go out in ~~the~~ daylight, they ~~will~~ not tan. However, when fully fed, ~~a vampire is able to act as a~~ normal ~~human~~.		Upon reaching a state of full satiation, a vampire becomes virtually indistinguishable from a human, with the exception of their skin color. In the case of vampires who were originally of European descent or other naturally pale-skinned ethnicities, their skin maintains a constant spectral pallor. For vampires with naturally darker skin, their melanin adopts a slightly reddish hue when they are fully fed, while their skin takes on a grey undertone when they are hungry. This is akin to the way lighter-skinned vampires exhibit a pallid or even cadaverous complexion, which turns into a creamy grey. Regardless of their use of magic or psionics to venture out in daylight, they do not tan. However, when they are fully fed, vampires are capable of behaving just like normal humans.

	== Turning ==		== Turning ==

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	[[File:Vampire-native-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern Native American vampires.]]		[[File:Vampire-native-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern Native American vampires.]]
	[[File:Vampire-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern American vampires.]]		[[File:Vampire-american.jpg\|thumb\|Image of modern American vampires.]]
	Vampires, supernatural beings of the night, have been a part of human folklore for centuries, their stories whispered in hushed tones around the globe. These creatures, known for their pale skin and fangs, are said to sustain their immortality by feeding on the life essence, typically in the form of blood, of the living. Vampires are either humans transformed by the VX Virus or offspring of two vampires. Those turned retain much of their human personality for several decades after transformation, but over time, they often develop peculiarities and become more pragmatic. Vampires possess superior physical abilities and can use either magical or [[Psionic Energy\|psionic energy]], powered by blood consumption. They are not affected by holy symbols, and can only be killed by burning or decapitation. Their bodies become stronger and more resilient after transformation, and they no longer need food, instead being sustained by blood. The process of turning a human into a vampire is complex and often brutal, and the newly turned vampire forms a strong bond with their creator. Vampires can mate and produce offspring, but the process is difficult and requires a lot of blood. Vampire society is hierarchical and complex, with older vampires holding significant influence. They often form groups known as clans or covens for protection and community, and they have their own set of laws and customs.		Vampires, supernatural beings of the night, have been a part of human folklore for centuries, their stories whispered in hushed tones around the globe. These creatures, known for their pale skin and fangs, are said to sustain their immortality by feeding on the life essence, typically in the form of blood, of the living. Vampires are either humans transformed by the VX Virus or offspring of two vampires. Those turned retain much of their human personality for several decades after transformation, but over time, they often develop peculiarities and become more pragmatic. Vampires possess superior physical abilities and can use either [[Magical Energy\|magical]] or [[Psionic Energy\|psionic energy]], powered by blood consumption. They are not affected by holy symbols, and can only be killed by burning or decapitation. Their bodies become stronger and more resilient after transformation, and they no longer need food, instead being sustained by blood. The process of turning a human into a vampire is complex and often brutal, and the newly turned vampire forms a strong bond with their creator. Vampires can mate and produce offspring, but the process is difficult and requires a lot of blood. Vampire society is hierarchical and complex, with older vampires holding significant influence. They often form groups known as clans or covens for protection and community, and they have their own set of laws and customs.

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	== Weaknesses ==		== Weaknesses ==
	Contrary to popular belief and religious rhetoric, holy water, crosses, or other symbols of faith have no impact on a vampire. ~~There are~~ only ~~two~~ ways to kill a vampire: burning and decapitation.		Contrary to popular belief and religious rhetoric, holy water, crosses, or other symbols of faith have no impact on a vampire. The only known ways to kill a vampire are through burning and decapitation. Modern scientific methods, such as anti-viral treatments, have been tested but have proven to be completely unsuccessful. This is likely due to the supernatural component of the VX Virus that infects vampires. The virus itself is preternatural, existing outside of our current understanding of natural biology.

			Attempts to medically restore a vampire to its human state or reduce its reliance on blood have all ended in failure, often resulting in a significant loss of human life. Even when the vampire is willing to undergo these procedures, which is rare, the outcomes are not successful. This suggests that the transformation into a vampire is not merely a physical ailment that can be cured or managed. Instead, it's akin to a metamorphosis, much like a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly, a process that cannot be reversed.

	== Strengths ==		== Strengths ==