Vampire Legends in Mesoptamia

URUKU/UTUKKU The translation of Uruku/Utukku means “vampire that attack’s man.” By simply looking into the eyes of a Uruku/Utukku a human can be injured. It is said that the Uruku/Utukku haunt deserted places such as graveyards, mountains, and the seas. Uruku/Utukku are said to be similar to Ekimmu in their appearance (phantom, demon-like creatures). SUCCUBI/INCUBI These vampires are said to use sexual seduction to trap their victims, … Continue reading Vampire Legends in Mesoptamia

Carrie DeanOctober 29, 2018October 29, 2018Leave a comment

Blood Curdling Vampire Stories

Ekimmu “Snatched Away”

In the Mesopotamian Empire, there were these creatures called Ekimmu. Ekimmu means “snatched away”. Mesopotamians dreaded the Ekimmu, and prayed that they themselves were not one day turned into an angry bitter spirit banished to roam the earth in search of peace. The Ekimmu are said to appear as a demon phantom-like creature that searches for victims to feed its misery. The Mesopotamians also called the … Continue reading Ekimmu “Snatched Away”

Carrie DeanOctober 29, 2018November 8, 2018Leave a comment

Blood Curdling Vampire Stories, Creepy Origins

Chiang-Shih Vampire Creatures of Chinese Mythology

The Chiang-shih are undead creatures of Chinese mythology, with similarities to the European vampire. Instead of feeding on the blood of their victims, the risen Chiang-shih were said to suck the breath out of the living. Like many European vampires, they were said to have long hair, eyebrows, and fingernails, as well as the ability to fly. A person was thought to have two different souls: … Continue reading Chiang-Shih Vampire Creatures of Chinese Mythology