Vampires of Space

"Vampires of Space" by Sewell Peaslee Wright is a gripping science fiction story about the perils of deep space exploration. Commander John Hanson tells the frightening tale of his run-in with the Electites, mysterious beings lurking in the cosmos. His mission starts with a search for missing passenger ships, but soon becomes a battle for survival when his ship, the "Ertak," crosses paths with these strange creatures. The Electites, glowing red and shaped like crescents, attack the ship, feeding on its metal. The ingenuity of a young officer helps the crew create a weapon to defeat the Electites.