Vampires (and werewolves) anyone??
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Vampires (and werewolves) anyone??
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Dude, seriously? That's for werewolves.
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ditto on the werewolves.
If you like vampire movies, though, the best ever made is out on ppv - Byzantium - throws away all the cliches.
If you like vampire movies, though, the best ever made is out on ppv - Byzantium - throws away all the cliches.
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Why not? Must have been surplus Lone Ranger bullets....Seems he doesn't need them, what with the reviews he's getting
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You are correct...traditionally, it is werewolves that silver was associated with. However...nemhed wrote:Dude, seriously? That's for werewolves.
"While it is true silver was not used in older vampire movies, it was used successfully as a vampire repellant in: Dracula (1979), From Dusk to Dawn (1996), Dracula (1997), Vampires (1998), Blade (1998), Vampire Hunter D (2001); Blade 2 (2002) and Blade Trinity (2007).
So, from a historical perspective, it's use against vampires is relatively new.
According to The Vampire Guide by Bob Bankard, "The purity of silver is considered toxic to vampires; at least, to some of them. Damage caused by silver weapons cause wounds that do not heal, and piercing their hearts with a silver weapon would kill a vampire instantly. Some of them, anyway"
But then, Bankard also says "In Poland, you bury suspected Vampires face downwards. That way, if they wake up, they get confused and just dig themselves deeper down"
Anyway, the idea behind silver being harmful to vampires is that it is purifying.
In the article "Vampires and Werewolves" at ZeroTimesParanormal.com it is stated, "When most people think of silver weapons killing monsters they think of silver bullets and werewolves, however, silver stakes, spears and daggers have also been known to slow down and kill vampires. Silver is considered to be a metal of purity and has been used for protection against evil in almost every world culture throughout history. Silver can be melted down to form amulets, jewelry, bullets, daggers and religious symbols such as crucifixes. Silver amulets and daggers can be put into the ground above the grave to prevent evil spirits from escaping. Silver nails drove into coffin lids are said to help prevent evil spirits from rising from the grave"
In deference to tradition, I edited my thread title.
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and yes, silver works on vampires also.It is not live ammunition...
Tho'... at 1 oz and approx. .48" diameter I s'pose a believer could fashion their own sabot and use 'em as slugs in a 12ga.!!!
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Also found this in WikiAnswers:
"The notion of silver harming vampires comes from Marvel Comics. From there, it made it's way into popular culture in movies and television.
Silver does not affect vampires in the folklore. It doesn't even harm werewolves either for that matter. The use of silver as a weapon against monsters began with the Wolfman film of the early 1940's.
Sunlight does not traditionally harm vampires either. That began with Nosferatu (the 1922 silent film)."
"The notion of silver harming vampires comes from Marvel Comics. From there, it made it's way into popular culture in movies and television.
Silver does not affect vampires in the folklore. It doesn't even harm werewolves either for that matter. The use of silver as a weapon against monsters began with the Wolfman film of the early 1940's.
Sunlight does not traditionally harm vampires either. That began with Nosferatu (the 1922 silent film)."
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If you guys want to use silver bullets on vampires, go right ahead. I'm more concerned with zombies because I see them everyday, vampires and werewolves, not so much. While we're on the subject, "Lost Boys" is one of my all time favorite vampire movies. This crowd is probably more into the "Twilight" series...
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alnitak wrote:Also found this in WikiAnswers:
"The notion of silver harming vampires comes from Marvel Comics. From there, it made it's way into popular culture in movies and television.
Silver does not affect vampires in the folklore. It doesn't even harm werewolves either for that matter. The use of silver as a weapon against monsters began with the Wolfman film of the early 1940's.
Sunlight does not traditionally harm vampires either. That began with Nosferatu (the 1922 silent film)."
Well, the original novel Dracula, by Bram Stoker, from the late 1800's , specifically mentions use of silver bullets, and a variety of ways of dealing with vampires....... it really didnt originate with Marvel Comics. there were actual vampire killing kits from the late 1800s that included small revolvers with silver bullets.
silver bullets themselves are problematic in use, as they are very light for caliber, for one thing.
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And speaking of werewolf movies "An American Werewolf in London" is one of my favorites. Great special effects for it's day.
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"True Blood", but mostly for Sookie Stackhouse! Although Jessica is very interesting also!nemhed wrote:...This crowd is probably more into the "Twilight" series...
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When I was a kid I used to get Pennsylvania confused with Transylvania so I thought Pennsylvania is where Vampires came from.
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Guys, the perfect weapon and ammo for werewolves, vampires and just about any other critter is simple. Ithica Mag 10 Roadblocker. Shot shells are loaded with silver cross' that have been dipped in holly water and a few oak slivers tossed in for good measure. A good chest shot should more than suffice.
P.S. Head shots will also take out zombies, not that I've thought about this much.
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Considering another thread entirely, I might just dip some of the cross' in pork fat. Now I'll have a round for every thing needing shot. Though you'd think the cross' alone would do, a bit of insurance never hurt.
P.S. Head shots will also take out zombies, not that I've thought about this much.
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Considering another thread entirely, I might just dip some of the cross' in pork fat. Now I'll have a round for every thing needing shot. Though you'd think the cross' alone would do, a bit of insurance never hurt.
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If you made a bullet from a hard wood, say oak, and put a gas check on it, and then fired it from a black power gun, say a .38 special load, do you think:
1: Would it survive the trip from casing to Vampire
2: Would it be acurate enought to shoot from say 25 yards
3: Would it still count as a stake through the heart?
1: Would it survive the trip from casing to Vampire
2: Would it be acurate enought to shoot from say 25 yards
3: Would it still count as a stake through the heart?
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that and the Lost Boys tie for best soundtrack.nemhed wrote:And speaking of werewolf movies "An American Werewolf in London" is one of my favorites. Great special effects for it's day.
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My favorite was Lost Boys. Was on this past weekend. It is a great sound track and think that is why I enjoyed it so much. This thread is very interesting. Gives me food for thought
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I agree, both Lost Boys and An American Werewolf in London had great sound tracks plus a style of humor that I greatly enjoy. Also, Lost Boys had Jami Gertz which didn't hurt a bit. While we're on the subject of 80's horror/monster flicks, anyone remember "Cat People". I remember enjoying it back in the day but not much else. Of the more modern stuff I've really enjoyed the Underworld series and the Resident Evil series. I keep telling my kids that stuff is more "real" than the "reality" TV that they like so much. On a final note, I'm a Walking Dead junkie too.
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those were both quite good. and in the somewhat humerous vein [ pun ?] Fright Night was good too.nemhed wrote:I agree, both Lost Boys and An American Werewolf in London had great sound tracks plus a style of humor that I greatly enjoy. Also, Lost Boys had Jami Gertz which didn't hurt a bit. While we're on the subject of 80's horror/monster flicks, anyone remember "Cat People". I remember enjoying it back in the day but not much else. Of the more modern stuff I've really enjoyed the Underworld series and the Resident Evil series. I keep telling my kids that stuff is more "real" than the "reality" TV that they like so much. On a final note, I'm a Walking Dead junkie too.
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own Cat People dvd (Lost Boys and American Werewolf). Cat people starred a pair of my favorite actor/actresses, and the only good David Bowie song. Klaus Kinski must have married well.nemhed wrote:I agree, both Lost Boys and An American Werewolf in London had great sound tracks plus a style of humor that I greatly enjoy. Also, Lost Boys had Jami Gertz which didn't hurt a bit. While we're on the subject of 80's horror/monster flicks, anyone remember "Cat People". I remember enjoying it back in the day but not much else. Of the more modern stuff I've really enjoyed the Underworld series and the Resident Evil series. I keep telling my kids that stuff is more "real" than the "reality" TV that they like so much. On a final note, I'm a Walking Dead junkie too.
I'm serious about Byzantium - it is the best vampire movie ever. It covers 200 years for all the characters, and paints the characters as angels of death and knights templar.
A vampire movie that should be on everyone's list is Near Dark.
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If a vampire breaks into my house could I take them out with my sliver knife, fork and spoon? Also if I had a cannon Could I take out lots of them by shoving silver plated cutlery down the muzzle?
Cat people was a great film. Combine that theme with a western and you have the perfect film.
A small town called Silver Stream, a brother an sister arrive with a secret. The saloon gal found half eaten in her room. Trying load an 1858 Remington with a sexy chick turning into a black pather in your room. A dark night.............
Muzzleloading and fighting off a vampire can be very stressful!
Cat people was a great film. Combine that theme with a western and you have the perfect film.
A small town called Silver Stream, a brother an sister arrive with a secret. The saloon gal found half eaten in her room. Trying load an 1858 Remington with a sexy chick turning into a black pather in your room. A dark night.............
Muzzleloading and fighting off a vampire can be very stressful!
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My dad used to call these "silver bullets".
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yes, but they are only effective against rumpires and rump piles.Friends Call Me Ji wrote:My dad used to call these "silver bullets".
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just my luck, my Knives of Alaska Hobo knife is titanium.KiwiKev wrote:If a vampire breaks into my house could I take them out with my sliver knife, fork and spoon? Also if I had a cannon Could I take out lots of them by shoving silver plated cutlery down the muzzle?
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You guys are getting silly now! Another recent werewolf movie I've seen and enjoyed was "Ginger Snaps Back". It's a prequel, I didn't see the other two, but the setting is a remote fort in the Canadian wilderness in the early 1800's. So the poor saps are stuck with muzzle-loaders and bows and arrows. I can't say the ending was all that great but it was all entertaining nonetheless.
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I liked the crossbows in the latest Fright Night
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I just looooove Jessica! That red hair is to die for.....pun intended....Griff wrote: "True Blood", but mostly for Sookie Stackhouse! Although Jessica is very interesting also!
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The only red headed Jessica I know was Mrs. Rabbit. And what is a Sookie Stackhouse?2X22 wrote:I just looooove Jessica! That red hair is to die for.....pun intended....Griff wrote: "True Blood", but mostly for Sookie Stackhouse! Although Jessica is very interesting also!
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Lasercast brand bullets claims to have some silver in the mix.
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