Energy Magick of the Vampyre: Secret Techniques for Personal Power and Manifestation

Every time I read one of Mr. Webb's books, I feel as if he is pulling some of my Energy to himself; then, I read Energy Magick of the Vampyre, and realized that he truly IS taking some of my Energy....But he is also sending some of his Energy out to his readers, as well.This is not a book for vampire fan-boys/girls.This is not about drinking blood.This is not about dressing up like Tom 'Middle-Tooth' Cruise in Interview with the Vampire.This is about learning about the currents of Energy within the universe, especially those inside/between other human beings, and how to affect them.Mr. Webb's laid-back writing style makes this book a perfect read for those of us who get bored with the more stuffy, scholarly occult books, where authors try and impress the reader with their erudite tomes. This is an 'everyday' occultist's book, which is easier to read and digest. That said, it is NOT 'dumbed down' or lacking in discipline and deep subject matter; quite the contrary.If you use this book in the way Mr. Webb suggests, you can find a pathway to immense satisfaction in your magical life. I've taken many nuggets from this book that I find are changing the way I look at Energy and the use of Will in my workings.This book has great background/biographical information on many 'famous' figures in the LHP community, as well. Aquino (both Michael and Lilith), Dr. Flowers, Mrs. Webb, Crowley, and others.Definitely add this book to your library. It is worth it.(Now that I've written this review...I'm wondering if I did it of my own free will, or did Don Webb influence my Energy.....and influence me to write this? I'm going to go with what I've learned in this book and say a bit of both)

This book is fantastic. It’s well written and well organized. The author lays out exactly what is covered in each section, and then explains each concept—all the while keeping it organized. One of the aspects of this book that I really enjoyed was the case studies and examples which allow the reader to experience each part of the book and claim strong experience for their practice. Finally, this book is centered around a “toolkit” type approach, providing the reader tools and frames which allow them to build their own practice. One such example is the rite within one of the first 4 chapters that allows readers to customize and use it for pretty much any working. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has been searching for new approaches and practices or the seasoned practitioner looking to spruce up their practice. There is something in this book for everyone.

This book is more about energy than just Vampyres. How to enhance energy, amplify it, shape it and transform it.  What is great about this book is the positive and empowering spin on self improvement.  Anyone can learn a great deal and further their own Xeper / Zhep'r with this book.
I love the spelling of Vampyre with a Y in the title, as this is something I have been doing since 1994 to determine the difference between fiction (vampire) and practice / lifestyle / path (Vampyre).  Let us bring this spelling to the forefront again!  The initiation system of nine words of power is very interesting, each teaching a different lesson and ritual over a nine month period.  There is even a neophyte level to called “Vampyre Lite” to test out the concepts.   What I can say is that this book perfectly is compatible with the perspectives of the Ordo Strigoi Vii and the Black Veils Vampyre traditions.  I encourage my students and followers, plus all who want a better VC to read this book to test and experiment with its teachings.  
Do I see a trend of a mysterious, empowered and energy amplified Vampyre Current & Culture rising after the pandemic?  I firmly think so and this book is a great contribution to this vision.  But only results matter and it’s up to each individual to better themselves for a better community.  Don's writings in this book contribute another fresh and insightful reinforcement to the Vampyre Current while revealing the origins of the word VAMPYRE with a Y in esoteric use.

I think Don Webb's idea of vampirism is interesting and it does spark a few truths, but those truths then follows into a steep pitch fall. The amusing aspect is that most of his idealism heavily comes from "Uncle Set" and the typical cult mental paralysis. The book did talk about social parasites, but I do believe there were plenty of signs that is just another form of being another typical social parasite trying to be exclusive. I admire his truthfulness in the dangers of inflated ego, but he also ironically shows it in his Q&A chapters. Why was that needed precisely? We don't need to see the author hissing at questions he doesn't like, and uses this section of the book to give himself brownie points. I feel there's some hidden, inner, smaller self in how he delivers his message. He should just say what he believes and own it than getting amusingly bitter about the criticism. At least it felt bitter. Ironically, the lessons also adopt this sense of closed-ness towards others that Christians adapted towards other groups as well. ...Which whom he ironically gives slight backhanded comments about them in scattered locations in the book.I think this is interesting, but it simply doesn't align with me. Take it with a grain of salt, and like a lot of metaphysical books: don't believe in everything you read. I got my few pickings that fits my own agendas.I think, however, it is well written and I hope to see if this person will find more improvement.

The Order of the Vampyre is one of the least understood facets of the Left Hand Path initiatory organisation the Temple of Set. Author Don Webb provides an archaic/folklore-informed framework to examine the Vampyre as a Western transformational archetype rooted in the Saxon-Romanian beliefs of Transylvania. Webb's personal synthesis of Magic as a truth process (with a nod to philosopher Alain Badiou) expands the Aquino-Flowers LHP model into new territory. A significant part of this book is a nine month Scholomance curriculum that explores the LHP philosophies of Paschal Beverly Randolph, Aleister Crowley and Anton LaVey with new insights on the magic of Lilith Aquino, Guiniviere Webb and Robertt Neilly. There is an excellent section on vampire pathologies and Vampyric ethics, and on overcoming the major challenges of initiatory pathwork. Webb's pedagogy includes life analysis; perception exercises; an FAQ; suggestions for group work; a recommended curriculum; E. Gerard's influential essay 'Transylvanian Superstitions' which novelist Bram Stoker used to write Dracula; a fictional short story; and a closing memoir about Webb's initiatory experiences at his first Temple of Set Conclave. This is Webb's best book yet, and also his most personal and emotional.

Incredible book from cover to cover. I will be re reading the hard copy as soon as it arrives. You have kept your word to the blind man.