Deamhan - Creatures created by a Kashshapu in the city of Ur over four thousand years ago to protect the humans in the city against vampire attacks. They fed on the psychic energy of their victims, vampires included. The first Deamhan were immune to sunlight and had no weaknesses. Eventually they turned on those they were created to protect and the Kashshapu cursed them with the same weaknesses as vampires (sunlight, wood.) However a Deamhan can enter a human home without an invitation and they can read the thoughts of humans as well as their own.
The Dictum - Created in the mid-1500s by well-known and powerful Deamhan during that time, these ten rules were written to protect their kind. After witnessing the persecution of witches all over Europe, these four Deamhan (Gennadios -Ramanga, Marjolaine -Lamia, Nicias- Metusba and Lucius-Lugat) created these commandments to establish rule during a time when Deamhan were without rules and punishments.
Dorvo Coven of Vampires - Vampires who claim to be descended from Dorvo, a practitioner of dark magic who assisted the Kashshapu in creating Deamhan.
Ekimmu - Part of the “Second Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan fed by draining the life force from their victims just like Lamia Deamhan. They’re also excelled in the dark arts. They are now considered extinct.
Empusa - Part of the “Second Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan fed on draining the life force from their victim’s mouth like Metusba Deamhan. They were also excellent fighters. They are considered extinct.
Estrie - Part of the “Second Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan gorged on the psychic energy in the blood of their victims like Ramanga Deamhan. Known to be ruthless, maniacal, and devious, they had yellow, piercing eyes, elongated claws, and the sharpest canines. Their blood was also considered toxic, ensuring them a spot on the top of the Deamhan food chain. They are considered extinct.
First Four - Created by the Kashshapu in order to protect the citizens of Ur from vampire attacks. Ramanga, Lamia, Metusba, and Lugat were created without any weaknesses. They had the ability to feed on vampires. Eventually they turned on the humans they were created to protect. In response, the Kashshapu created the Second Four.
Gathering - A celebration held by Deamhan.
Hibernation - A period in which a Deamhan will fall into a deep sleep for years at a time during which their skin will crack and age like a statue. Ancient Deamhan can also afflict this upon another younger than themselves, subduing them into a forced Hibernation.
Kashshapu - A male magician and an ancestor of Maris who lived in the ancient city of Ur. He is responsible for the creation of Deamhan through dark magic.
Lamia - Part of the “First Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, Lamia are known to be just as violent as the Ramanga Deamhan. They feed by draining the psychic energy from their victim’s mouths, sucking them into dry husks. Lamia are also conceited and prefer the hunt rather than the kill.
Limbo - Limbo, a dark and never-ending space void of time. Created with dark magic by a Kashshapu as a last resort to tame the wild Deamhan in the city of Sumer. The very first eight Deamhan are still trapped in this void.
Lugat - Part of the “First Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan feed on the psychic imprints of their victims. Like the Metusba, they don’t need to kill their victims to live. Often, Lugat Deamhan prefer to move freely in the human world and enjoy human company.
Metusba - Part of the “First Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan are the less violent of all Deamhan. They feed off the psychic aura of their victims around them. They don’t have to kill their victims to survive.
Minion - a human subservient to Deamhan in exchange for protection or the chance to be sired.
Offspring - A word used by Deamhan to refer to a human they have sired.
Pure Ones - The very first eight Deamhan ever created. These Deamhan have red glowing eyes and currently reside in Limbo.
Ramanga - Part of the “First Four” of Deamhan created by the Kashshapu, these Deamhan are the most violent of their kind. They feed off the psychic energy in human blood. They are the only Deamhan (besides Estrie) to have retractable and sharp canine teeth.
Revelation - A series of steps written on the Dark Curse Tablet, which will end in rebirth of Deamhan by releasing the Pure Ones, abolishing Ancient status in Deamhan world, and restoring Pure Ones in their rightful place as Kings and Queens in the Deamhan world.
Sanctuary - A location where many Deamhan live. The majority of sanctuaries only contain one clan of Deamhan, but a few contain a various ranges of clans nesting together.
Second Four - Created by the Kashshapu after the First Four Deamhan turned on the humans they were created to protect. Estrie, Empusa, Ekimmu, and Adze Deamhan had the ability to feed not only on vampires and humans like the First Four, but also on all Deamhan. Those who were part of the First Four hunted them to extinction throughout the ages.
Vampires - creatures who live off the blood of humans and animals. Sanguine in nature, these vampires claim no direct link nor allegiance to Dorvo. They've existed long before Deamhan. The Kashshapu created Deamhan in order to protect the citizens of Ur from them
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
A veteran of the Armed Forces, Isaiyan Morrison was born and raised in Minneapolis. Her passions include writing, reading, and researching historical events.
She also spends her time gardening, playing video games, and hanging out with her three cats and beloved Pitt bull. She's the author of The Deamhan Chronicles and the novel, Old Farmer's Road.
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