You never know when you might find yourself face to face with a bloodsucking night-stalker, otherwise known as a vampire, but if you do it's important to be fully prepared. Not only are vampires hypnotic and seductive creatures, they are almost immortal. On this page, we will offer a few surefire methods on how to kill a vampire, so you're fully prepared.

The information presented on this page is strictly informational, and is meant solely for entertainment purposes. Many of the steps are mythical or fantastical, and some may even be hazardous to your health and/or safety if carried out literally. Please do not undertake the slaying of the undead alone. Consult a psychiatrist, as well as your local law enforcement agency before following any of the instructions on this page!

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• Vampires are dangerous creatures with an insatiable thirst for blood. Feasting on the living is what gives them everlasting life, and legend speaks of them spreading their affliction like a disease from victim to victim. If you are worried that you may be in the midst of a vampire, protecting yourself is of the utmost importance, lest you be turned yourself into a creature of the night. The tips on this page will instruct you on the methods used to kill vampires.

• It is a well-known fact that vampires are night creatures, stalking down victims in the darkness and shadows and feeding upon them like parasites. Spending time in the shadows isn't merely a way to disguise themselves, vampires are light sensitive, and drawing even the most powerful of vampires into full sunlight has been known to cause them to burst into flames, and in some cases even implode. Remember that vampires are no dummies. The likelihood of casually drawing one of the undead into broad daylight is pretty slim. Sunlight is often the perfect payoff to an elaborate plan, after all entrances into darkness have been blocked and the cornered creature has nowhere else to hide as the sun rises. You may also want to consider planning your attack on a vampire's lair during the day, so you have the added benefit of sunlight on your side.

• Staking a vampire through the heart is one of the most common kill methods known to mankind. The tricky thing about this tactic is that in order to carry it out, you need to catch the vampire unawares. This means sneaking into a vampire's crypt or lair during the day and trying to kill it while its asleep. Many people think that because vampires are asleep, they are vulnerable, however, this is just a myth. They tend to be weaker in this state, but if awakened, they are still incredibly strong. Staking a vampire means getting in there and driving that stake through its heart before it has time to awaken. Type of stakes include:

1. Iron
2. Wooden
   1. Ash
   2. Aspen
   3. White Thorn

• For centuries, the powerful grip of Christianity on society gave great power to religious devices like crucifixes, holy water and the bible. The more religious the vampire was during its lifetime, the more powerful these devices would be. If you are an incredibly faithful individual, these items would have a great deal of power, but do not rely on them as a sole means to kill. Instead, combine them with other methods.

• This is a sticky and messy business, but chopping off a vampires head and separating it form the body will keep it from rising from the grave. Some recommend burying the body under running water or burning it, as the vampire could rise if the head and body are ever reunited.

Don't fool yourself. Killing a vampire, no matter which method you choose, is not going to be easy. Fear will definitely play a factor as you approach this powerful creature with killing on your mind. Steady yourself and be brave. Plan your attack carefully, and strongly consider sneaking into the vampires crypt by day to do the deed. This way you have the added benefit of sunlight to back you up. A stake through the heart is a quick method if performed properly. Back yourself up with the empowerment of a few religious relics, and after you've staked your vampire, don't think twice. Cut off its head and burn the body to keep it from every rising again.

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