#therionick

This article does not condone violence. It is an exploration of feelings, thoughts, and methods found in shifting paradigms of what it means to explore instinct.

In Vampyre lingo there is something known as the "Beast." The Beast is when the Vampyre experiences hunger in a violent and bestial nature. In martial arts it is sometimes called 'bloodlust.' In traditional kung fu styles we have animal forms that help train and integrate these violent feelings, including:

Physical mimicry

Psychological mimicry

Symbolic reference for power generation and healing

According to Vampyre Tradition there is a ritual called the Hunt where the Beast can roam free. Two groups are chosen, one for Predator and one for Prey. The Predators invoke their animal nature, sometimes stripping, getting on all fours, and growling as the Prey begin to make way across a field. The Predators, after fully embracing their Beast, chase the Prey.

It most likely turns into playful wrestling and even sexual intercourse depending on the group (between consentual adults). It is a ritual of play and instinct. On a solitary level, the Hunt is much less extravagent and is as simple seeking companionship for Eros or deep feeding.

Bloodlust

On a visceral level there is no ritual that can tame the Beast. Bloodlust isn't used in the wider community for a variety of reasons. One, it can attract bad actors that use it as an excuse to hurt others, and two, it can come across that Vampyres are a violent criminal organization, which we are not. We're just people part of the fringe of society.

Bloodlust in the martial arts community denotes a love for fighting. They don't mind getting hit, bleeding, hitting, and making others bleed. They love the thrill of a good fight. Their solitary training may consist of animal mimicry both physically and psychologically. Developing 'killing intent' as they train every move to destroy an opponent.

Monstrous Soul

On a deeper level, beyond carnal instinct, there is the Monstrous Soul. It is the acceptance and integration of the Beast with the overall makeup of the individual. Someone with a Monstrous Soul is not to denote an abuser of any kind, but to give meaning and honor to the darker aspects of the psyche. The urge to rip ones flesh from bones for initiation into the current of the shapeshifter, to feed on the life force of humans to acquire lucidity into the Vampyric Condition, and to walk the path shades and devils.

Sources:

Vampyre Sanguinomicon, Father Sebastiaan

Vampires in Their Own Words, edited by Michelle Belanger

The Power of Internal Martial Arts, Bruce Frantzis