The Islamic Refuge

Media Ethics Review: “The Vampire Legends 2”

This publication examines concerns raised by Muslim respondents regarding themes, community culture, and symbolic content associated with the Roblox experience:

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Occult Symbolism & Supernatural Themes

The game prominently incorporates vampires, werewolves, ritualistic magic systems, and supernatural narratives. Traditional Islamic scholarship historically discourages engagement with occult symbolism and fascination with sihr (magic).[1]

“They followed what the devils had recited during the reign of Solomon...” — Qur’an 2:102

Spell Language & Media Influence

Participants additionally identified references allegedly inspired by “The Vampire Diaries” franchise. Certain Christian media organizations have previously criticized the franchise’s use of ritualistic spell content.[2]

“And among the people is he who purchases distracting speech to mislead others from Allah’s path.” — Qur’an 31:6

Community Conduct Concerns

Respondents described exposure to hostile online interactions, including reports of racism, anti-religious commentary, and politically charged discussions within associated community spaces.

“O you who believe, let not one people ridicule another people.” — Qur’an 49:11

Research Methodology

Between May 2025 and May 2026, The Islamic Refuge conducted an observational media-impact review involving 103 volunteer participants aged 15–22 with limited or no prior exposure to the game environment.

Participants were asked to engage with the game and related community spaces over a monitored 12-month period. Anonymous feedback forms were collected regarding:

Exposure to racism or hate speech
Exposure to anti-religious hostility
Community toxicity
Behavioural imitation
Moral and identity influence concerns

The findings presented in this publication should not be interpreted as scientific or peer-reviewed conclusions, but rather observational findings collected for journalistic and religious commentary purposes.

103

Participants Observed

89

Reported Racism Exposure

43

Reported Hate & Islamophobic Remarks

54

Reported Moral & Identity Influence Concerns

Islamic Ethics & Modern Online Culture

The Islamic Refuge recognizes that many contemporary digital environments normalize ideas and lifestyles that differ from traditional Islamic teachings. Muslims are encouraged to critically evaluate the media they consume and the communities they participate in.

Traditional Islamic scholarship teaches that same-sex sexual acts are prohibited, while also emphasizing dignity, justice, respectful conduct, and compassion toward all people.[3]

“And remember Lut when he said to his people: ‘Do you commit such immorality as no people have done before you?’” — Qur’an 7:80

“Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and beautiful preaching.” — Qur’an 16:125

Editorial Position

This publication does not claim to issue religious rulings on specific individuals, nor does it present all respondent testimony as independently verified fact. Rather, The Islamic Refuge seeks to document recurring concerns raised by Muslim participants regarding media ethics, online culture, and spiritual wellbeing.

The publication encourages Muslims to seek environments rooted in: