SUMMARY

Blood is the lifeforce of humans and Werewolves alike. However, the properties of blood and symptoms after consumption drastically vary between species.

 

human blood

consumption symptoms

When Werewolves drink human blood their enhanced senses are replenished, their mental and physical strength is restored, and their thirst is quenched or perhaps even magnified depending on the intensity of their Bloodlust and their particular Eating Habits. The symptoms after the consumption of human blood include but are not limited to: 

 

• Restoration of enhanced senses

• Restoration of enhanced pheromones

• Restoration of mental and physical strength

• Quenched thirst 

• Intensified thirst

• Euphoria

• Sexual arousal

 

Although the properties of human blood are relatively the same, the preferences may differ. The taste of human blood varies between person and circumstance.

 

blood types

Typically the most vital factor of preference is the blood type. This essential aspect determines the primary flavor of human blood. There are many different human blood types, providing numerous options for Werewolves to select from. The human blood types are: 

 

• A- 

• A+ 

• B-

• B+

• AB-

• AB+

• O-

• O+

 

Each letter refers to a kind of antigen or protein on the surface of red blood cells. This affects the flavor and texture of the blood. Furthermore, there are some blood types that are rarer than others. The most unique blood type is AB- and many Werewolves covet the opportunity to indulge themselves.

 

blood age

Werewolves may have an age preference for human blood. The human body changes over time and this will affect the taste and volume of their blood.

 

Some Werewolves are known as blood connoisseurs for they consider blood like aged wine. When the blood is aged, it will affect the flavor and even the texture. The ability of the human body to process dietary salt decreases with age and sodium tends to accumulate in the bloodstream. This creates a delectable and heady flavor with a salty aroma. Many have compared this intoxicating taste to that of the alcoholic drink called the Bloody Mary, whose origin was coined by a Werewolf.

 

Werewolves may contain aged blood in bottles and preserve them for centuries. Werewolves typically indulge themselves with these beverages for special occasions. Aged blood is also considered to marinate the bones, thus making meat consumption far more savory.

 

Many Werewolves are partial to aged blood whereas others prefer ripe blood. The blood of youth can be very delicious for a Werewolf in comparison to aged blood. The common knowledge of aged blood is that degeneration of the heart muscle cells and thicker cell walls might affect blood pressure. This can slow down the time the heart takes to fill with blood, increasing pressure on the vessels.

 

Blood vessels show a decreased performance as humans age. Arteries tend to narrow and harden, causing them to become clogged. This makes feeding more difficult for the Werewolf. Therefore, ripe blood becomes more preferable. 

 

blood diet

A healthy or unhealthy diet will greatly affect the taste of human blood. Whether the human is prey or a blood donor, the food they consume daily will either be beneficial or detrimental to their flavor. Many Werewolves with consenting blood donors will have them deliberately gorge on specific foods or beverages the achieve the acquired taste that they desire. 

 

Pineapple juice, bananas, chocolate, papaya, kiwi, watermelon, and celery are favorable to attain a sweet and delicious flavor. Alkaline-based foods like meat and fish produce a buttery and savory taste. Acidic fruits such as cranberries, blueberries, and plums, also produce a pleasant and sugary flavor as some wines do. ​

 

However, many foods and beverages such as alcohol, coffee, cigarettes, garlic, onions, broccoli, and cauliflower are commonly believed to make blood taste bitter or pungent. Furthermore, dehydration, gorging on spicy foods or medication, contribute to an unpleasant flavor. Milk products can also cause a foul taste in the blood because of high bacterial putrefaction levels.
 

blood hormones

Many Werewolves favor particular hormones since it affects the blood. Werewolves may be partial to male testosterone or female estrogen. Oftentimes, sexual orientation dictates the preference for blood hormones because sexual arousal enhances the overall feeding experience.

 

Sexual motivation is influenced by hormones such as testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, oxytocin, and vasopressin. Each of these hormones creates a unique flavor for the blood. Therefore, some Werewolves may initially seek and encounter a sexual partner before feeding. Thus, their sexual arousal will be tasted in the blood depending on what hormones they attain.

 

Furthermore, adrenaline is commonly favored among Werewolves who have primal nature. The hunt is a very intense and thrilling experience for many Werewolves. When the human heart is pumping erratically, blood flows through the veins and gushes through puncture wounds. The adrenaline hormone that courses through their blood is oftentimes found to be extremely intoxicating for Werewolves when it's consumed.

 

blood fantasies

Similar to that of hormones, Werewolves prefer blood influenced by adrenaline because of the hunt fantasy. For example, the scenario in which a Werewolf must hunt their prey creates a more satisfying feeding experience. The fantasy does not alter the taste of human blood, but more so the Werewolf's perception of the taste.

 

Furthermore, some Werewolves have a preference for virgin blood. This is because the blood is not tainted and the human has not been procured prior to the feeding. However, some believe there is no correlation between their blood and sexual history.

 

werewolf blood

consumption symptoms

Werewolf blood is incredibly powerful and potent. When a human consumes Werewolf blood, they are absorbing their energy and the very essence of Werewolvism itself. Humans may experience various supernatural sensations. The symptoms after the consumption of Werewolf blood include but are not limited to: 

 

• Enhanced strength

• Enhanced speed

• Enhanced senses

• Enhanced endurance

• Enhanced libido