Possible Vampire Cult Reported in Slovenian Countryside
Authorities in Slovenia are investigating reports of what locals describe as a “possible vampire cult” operating in the quiet hills outside Maribor. Residents claim to have seen cloaked figures gathering at night, carrying candles, chanting in Latin, and shopping exclusively for tomato juice.
The first reports emerged last month when farmer Anton Drnovsek noticed a group meeting in an abandoned wine cellar on his property. “At first I thought it was just teenagers,” he told reporters. “Then I realised teenagers don’t usually hiss when you turn on the lights.”
Police have since confirmed that several locals have reported unusual nocturnal behaviour, including pale individuals seen avoiding sunlight, requesting rooms without mirrors, and placing large online orders for velvet capes. While officials have urged calm, one officer admitted, “It’s hard to ignore when half the village starts wearing sunglasses indoors.”
Investigators discovered a handwritten document titled The Crimson Fellowship of Eternal Light at the scene, which appears to outline the group’s purpose: “to embrace the night, reject SPF, and honour the legacy of Count Dragan the Undying.” Local historians have been quick to point out that Count Dragan was actually a 17th-century tax collector known mostly for being unpleasant.
Tourism officials have seized on the rumours as a potential marketing opportunity, promoting Maribor as “Europe’s most mysteriously pale destination.” A new night tour, Bloodlines and Vineyards, offers visitors the chance to visit the alleged meeting site, followed by a complimentary glass of red wine and a waiver of liability.
Some villagers, however, remain concerned. “I keep finding tiny holes in my turnips,” said local shopkeeper Petra Novak. “Either they’re vampires or we’ve got some very enthusiastic rabbits.”
Skeptics insist the cult is more cosplay than conspiracy, possibly inspired by recent online trends. Dr. Erika Volkar, a sociologist at the University of Ljubljana, said, “It’s likely a harmless social group drawn to the aesthetic. The danger comes only if they start applying for nonprofit status.”
As of today, police have made no arrests but are continuing to monitor the situation. Locals have been advised to stay indoors after sunset, secure their wine cellars, and avoid anyone who refers to themselves as “eternal.”
