Would You Choose to Become a Vampire?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the hypothetical question of whether individuals would choose to become vampires, exploring the implications of such a transformation, including moral, existential, and practical considerations. The conversation touches on themes of immortality, the nature of vampires, and personal preferences regarding blood consumption.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express skepticism about the desirability of becoming a vampire, citing moral implications and the idea of accepting a "dark side."
  • One participant questions the eternal nature of vampires, suggesting that they might not be immortal due to vulnerabilities such as sunlight.
  • Another participant proposes the idea of a trial period to assess the experience of blood consumption before making a decision.
  • A participant mentions that the concept of immortality could become dull and repetitive, raising concerns about the lack of variety in a vampire's existence.
  • Some participants humorously suggest alternative blood substitutes, such as Cherry Coke or black pudding, to avoid the traditional blood-drinking aspect.
  • One participant expresses a preference for engaging in more meaningful activities rather than hunting for blood, indicating a lack of interest in the vampire lifestyle.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion features multiple competing views regarding the appeal and implications of becoming a vampire, with no consensus reached on whether it would be a desirable choice.

Contextual Notes

Participants rely on fictional portrayals of vampires, which may influence their perspectives. There are unresolved assumptions about the nature of vampires and the consequences of immortality.

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Readers interested in speculative discussions about morality, immortality, and fictional representations of vampires may find this thread engaging.

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If you were offered the chance to become a vampire, would you take it?
 
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Originally posted by Dissident Dan
If you were offered the chance to become a vampire, would you take it?

you mean did I?

Actually, no. Assuming such things exist, and assuming that the legends of these fang-toothed blood suckers are true, then to be a vampire means to accept the dark side. Why would anyone choose to rot in hell?

FYI: the real story of Dracula:
http://www.royalty.nu/Europe/Balkan/Dracula.html

http://www.ucs.mun.ca/~emiller/vladjotd.htm
 
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Yea but only if i could have a test period first to see if i like the taste of blood or not.
 


Originally posted by Ivan Seeking
you mean did I?

Actually, no. Assuming such things exist, and assuming that the legends of these fang-toothed blood suckers are true, then to be a vampire means to accept the dark side. Why would anyone choose to rot in hell?

Aren't vampires eternal?

Anyway, what about in a world where there is no heaven or hell--no afterlife?
 


Originally posted by Dissident Dan
Aren't vampires eternal?

No. According to the movies, the premium source of vampire information, sunlight kills vampires. Not only that, one must always be on guard for Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Anyway, what about in a world where there is no heaven or hell--no afterlife?

This might depend on which kind of vampire I was. In the old movies, vampires were ugly, demonic creatures with long fingernails and rotting flesh. Perhaps the more recent George Hamilton type would be OK. Still, the drinking blood stuff is too much for me. Can I use Cherry Coke as a substitute?
 
I'm sure black pudding would suffice...

What really turns me off is the immortality thing. I mean, sucking people's blood would become dull and repetitive after a while, and there isn't really much space for culinary creativity with your teeth stuck in someone's jugular. A depressed vampire is a pitiful thing...
 
Nah...

I'd rather spend my night doing more meaningful stuff like sleeping, or watching the late night shows, then having to hunt fer people to bite.
 

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