17. When it appears that you have killed the monster, *never* check to see if its really dead.16. If your companions suddenly begin to exhibit uncharacteristic behavior such as hissing, fascination for blood, glowing eyes, increasing hairiness, and so on, get away from them as fast as possible.15. Do not search the basement, especially if the power has just gone out.14. Beware of strangers bearing tools such as chainsaws, staple guns, hedge trimmers, electric carving knives, combines, lawnmowers, butane torches, soldering irons, band saws, or any device made from deceased companions.13. If appliances start operating by themselves, move out.12. Stay away from certain geographical locations, some of which are listed here: Amityville, Elm Street, Transylvania, Nilbog (youre in trouble if you recognize this one), the Bermuda Triangle, or any small town in Maine.11. If your children speak to you in Latin or any other language which they should not know or if they speak to you using a voice which is other than their own, shoot them immediately. It will save you a lot of grief in the long run. NOTE: It will probably take several hundred rounds to kill them, so be prepared!10. If youre running from the monster, expect to trip or fall down at least twice, more if you are of the female persuasion. Also note that, despite the fact that you are running and the monster is merely shambling along, its still moving fast enough to catch up with you.9. When you have the benefit of numbers, *never* pair off and go it alone.8. Do not take *anything* from the dead.7. As a general rule, dont solve puzzles that open portals to Hell.6. Dont fool with recombinant DNA technology unless youre sure you know what you are doing.5. Never stand in, on, above, below, beside, or anywhere near a grave, tomb, crypt, mausoleum, or other house of the dead.4. Never read a book of demon summoning aloud, even as a joke.3. If your car runs out o