#ruby honeysuckle

[eternalchaoschocolaterain]

Hi, I'm back to share this. Merula has become Quinn's coworker and made friends with Ruby, who is currently sort of imprisoned in Quinn's apartment 😂

Which Merula doesn't know about, because it's this big ROCC secret.

Also Ruby is canonically gay and I have these fun ideas about Merula's reaction when she finds out Ruby and Quinn are basically living together. There is still only one bed in the apartment 😂

Yes, how do they know each other? They've only been dating for about five years (I think? Hogwarts Mystery timeline can be so vague) and are still lying about it for who knows what reason

[defoozor]

😎

[redhairedgryffindor]

Knock me over with a feather! You must be famous!

Not really

Kind of famous

More like infamous

[missnight0wl]

Hi!

Beyond Hogwarts is here! What do you think about it so far? and What do you think about MC's adult model?

It's actually underwhelming, just MC's student head with a taller body, I expected better 😬

Sorry it took me a while, but I wanted to finish Chapter 3 before answering to have something more to say. I’ll probably still do more detailed commentary, but still – I have a fuller picture now. And honestly? I kind of agree with you. It’s rather “meh” so far. And to elaborate on that, I’d put my thoughts in one of three categories: the good, the bad, and the ugly.

THE GOOD

I actually quite like the story so far. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t think it’s great or anything. But I’d say it’s pretty decent. I mostly like the concept of the ROCC, and I still think it’s a good way of approaching MC’s job. Admittedly, I do feel there are a little too many employees in the background of the ROCC scenes, considering that it’s a secret division, but it’s not a big complaint. Especially since I believe it’s supposed to involve characters from all over the world.

I’m glad to see Olivia again, and I’m thrilled to see Callum (though I have some big complaints here, but more about it in a moment). Surprisingly, I also like Ruby so far. I saw people complaining about her already, but I don’t really understand it. I feel like her optimism is just a part of “a happy-go-lucky girl from Texas”, and it’s fine by me. I don’t find it obnoxious or anything.

THE BAD

I actually have to start with one of the story parts. To be more specific: with Flump. I have very mixed feelings about our new boss. I want to make a separate post about him, but to put it short, the execution of his character is just bad. I usually like the type of “mean mentor who grows to appreciate the protagonist” – and I believed that’s what Flump was gonna be. But the way he was written in his first chapter, just really doesn’t work for me.

Unfortunately, I also have to put some technical issues in this category. I don’t really mind the lack of Quidditch, but I don’t understand why they reduced the number of Friendship/Clubs quizzes. Also, while the new map looks very nice…

… it’s not super practical. For people who don’t know, when you tap the stairs icon it brings you to the area you’re currently in, not the general view of the map.

And it’s a bit problematic, in my opinion, because even statistically speaking, when you move, it’s more likely that you want to move to a location in a different area, not the same. Especially if you’re in Azkaban, for example, because the North Sea has only one location. You know what I mean? I don’t know, I guess it’s not a big deal, but it kinda made things more annoying.

THE UGLY

Ok, so here’s where I put what you mentioned: MC’s appearance. Because MC’s adult design is quite terrible. Admittedly, I feel like it looks a little better with some outfits:

… but overall… it’s pretty bad:

And I really don’t know how to interpret that comment by Penny:

... because… MC still does have a baby face. And it’s kinda weird because it seems like some characters did get a face upgrade? Like Penny, for example. So… I don’t know what to think about it. I hope it can still be changed, but I’m not holding my breath.

Still, MC is not what bothers me the most. Also, I can’t say I expected better because I know it’s better to not expect anything from JC. However, there is one thing I have to rant about. Namely…

WHAT THE HELL IS THIS?? WHAT HAVE THEY DONE TO MY MAN?!

I was already worried when it was revealed that Callum will be shorter, but they also changed his face?! He looks like Callum’s baby brother! WHYYYYY?? Why can’t Callum just look older than MC when he is in fact older??

To be clear, I still love Callum with my whole heart, and I think he’s the best part of Beyond Hogwarts. But… why…? 😢

[ramblings-of-a-mad-cat]

Adult Chiara finally appeared in the main story! What do you think?

I love her! I think she's exactly where she's supposed to be, doing what she loves, and I'm proud of her for that. Slaying as a Healer (well, more the opposite of slaying, but you get the point) rocking that outfit, and what's this? She knows Ruby? Color me intrigued. Thus-far, Beyond hasn't really done a lot to pull my attention, but I'm willing to wait it out. This game is nothing if not slow-paced, it always has been. But I do love Chiara and as I've pretty much settled on Luca working at St. Mungo's, it's good to see her and know that Luca will have a friendly face to work with, at least. I just hope she appears more often, but I regret to say that which characters appear from now on may be a little more unpredictable. There are just so damn many of them and we no longer have a setting where we all live in the same castle.

[captaindc2021]

MC/Penny/Pepper

[inthecityofgoodabode]

2024: The Last Of July & The First Week Of August

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[greenwitchcrafts]

June 2025 Witch Guide

New Moon: June 25th

First Quarter: June 2nd

Full moon: June 11th

Last Quarter: June 18th

Sabbats: June 24th

June Lovers' Moon

Also known as: Aerra Litha, Brachmanoth, Dyan Moon, Flowering Moon(Ojibwe), Honey Moon, Meade Moon, Moon of Horses, Rose Moon & Strawberry Moon(Ojibwe & Oneida )

Element: Earth

Zodiac: Gemini & Cancer

Nature spirts: Sylphs & Zephyrs

Deities: Aine of Knockaine, Bendis, Cerridwen, Green Man, Ishtar, Isis, Neith & Persephone

Animals: Butterfly, frog, monkey & toad

Birds: Peacock & wren

Trees:  Maple & Oak

Herbs: Dog grass, meadowsweet, mosses, mugwort, parsley, skullcap & vervain

Colors: Gold, gold-green, orange, purple, red & yellow

Flowers: Lavender, orchid, tansy & yarrow

Scents: Lavender & lily of the valley

Stones:  Agate, alexandrite, cat's eye, chrysoberyl, emerald, fluorite, garnet, moonstone, ruby & topaz

Issues, intentions & powers:  Abundance, love, marriage, prosperity & relationships

Energy: Balance, change of residence, communication, decision making, education, family relations, full/restful energy, positive transformation, prevention, protection, public relationships, responsibility, strengthening, tides turning, travel & writing

 

Litha

Known as: Alban Heruin, Midsummer Gathering Day, & Summer Solstice

Season: Summer

Element: Fire

Symbols: Bonfire, besom, cauldron, faeries, God's eys, rosettes seashells, solar cross/sun wheel, spirals, sun symbols. & wands

Colors: Blue, gold, green, orange, red, tan, white & yellow

Oils/Incense: Cinnamon, frankincense, heliotrope, lavender, lemon, lily of the valley, musk, myrrh, orange, peppermint, pine, rose, saffron, sandalwood, spearmint & wisteria

Animals: Bee, bull, butterfly, cow crab, horse & octopus

Birds: Goldfinch, hawk, kingfisher, meadowlark, owl, robin, swallow & wren

Stones: Agate, alexandrite, aventurine,carnelian, cat's eye,citrine, diamond, emerald, fluorite, jade, lapis lazuli, moonstone, pearl, peridot, tiger's eye & topaz

Mythical: Faeries

Food: Ale, berries, bread, cheese, cinnamon foods, edible flowers, garden foods(fresh), grapes, honey, lemons, mead, milk, oranges, peaches, pears, pine nuts, pumpernickel bread, spinach, summer squash, sunflower seeds, sun-dried tomatoes & wine

Herbs/Plants: Anise, basil, betony, cinquefoil, copal, fennel, fern, frankincense, galangal, heliotrope, hemp, holly, ivy, larkspur, lemon, lemon balm, mistletoe, mugwort, mullein, nettle, rosemary, rue, saffron, St John's wort, thyme, verbena, vervain & ylang-ylang

Flowers:  Carnation, chamomile, daisy, foxglove, heather, honeysuckle, lavender, lily, marigold, meadowsweet, orchid, rose, wisteria & yarrow

Trees: Beech, elder, hazel, laurel, linden , oak & rowan

Goddesses: Aestas, Aine, Ameratasu, Amaunet, Anahita, Anuket, Aphrodite, Arani, Artemis, Astarte, Athena, Aurora, Bast, Bona Dea, Brighid, Cerridwen, Dag, Dana, Eiru, Eos, Epona, Fenne, Frigga, Gaia, Grania, Gwydion, Hathor, Hera, Hestia, Iarila, Inanna, Ishtar, Juno, Kupala, Mabd, Phoebe, Rhiannon, Saule,  Sekhmet, Solntse, Sul, Sunna, Vesta & Yemaya

Gods: Agni, Amun-ra, Apollo, Baal, Balder, Belinos, Bochina, The Dagda, Donnus, El, The Greenman, Hadad, Helios, Hodur, Hu, Huitzilopochtli, Huon, Hyperion, Janus, Jupiter, Kupalo, Lleu, Loki, Lugh, Marduk, Maui, Mithras, Oak King, Odin, , Ogmios, Orunjan, Perun, Prometheus, Ra, Shamash, Sol, Surya, Taranis Thor, Thunar, Vishnu, Woden, Xiuhtecuti & Zeus

Tarot cards: The Empress, The Emperor, The Sun & Strength

Spellwork:  Abundance, empowerment, energy, green magic, faeries, fertility, fire magic, growth, love & motherhood

Issues, Intentions & Powers: Agriculture, changes, divination, endings, fertility, life, light, manifestation, power, purpose, strength, success & unity

Activities:

•Charge and cleanse your crystals in the solstice sun

• Make Sun water

• Create crafts with natural elements such as flowers

• Burn a paper with things that no longer serve you or that you are trying to let go

•  Invite friends & family over for a bonfire and/or feast

• Gather & dry herbs(and flowers) for the upcoming year

• Clean, decorate & cleanse your altar with summer symbols

• Brew some sun tea

• Circle dancing

• Take a ritual bath/shower with flowers

• Make your own sun dial

• Craft a door wreath out of flowers & herbs

• Enjoy some sunrise/sunset yoga or stretching

• Volunteer at a food kitchen or animal shelter

• Plant trees (especially ones that may provide fruit or berries to feed the wildlife)

• Watch the sunset & say a blessing to nature

• Make flower infused anointing/spell oils

• Eat fresh fruits & berries

• Participate in a handfasting or weddings

• Create shadow art

The history of Litha reveals its deep connections to ancient agricultural societies & their reliance on the sun’s power. Celebrated as part of the Wheel of the Year, Litha symbolizes the balance between light & darkness. Throughout history  customs such as bonfires, herb gathering & the construction of sunwheels have marked this festival. Today, Litha continues to be celebrated by various communities, with gatherings at sacred sites & private rituals in natural settings. It serves as a reminder of our connection with nature and the cycles of life.

• The traditions of Litha appear to be borrowed from many cultures. Most ancient cultures celebrated the summer solstice in some way such as the Celts celebrated Litha with hilltop bonfires & dancing. Many people attempted to jump over or through the bonfires for good luck. Other European traditions included setting large wheels on fire & rolling them down a hill into a body of water.

Litha is often associated with Midsummer, a celebration that extends beyond the pagan & Wiccan traditions. Midsummer festivities are observed in many cultures around the world, including Scandinavian countries where it holds a prominent place in their cultural heritage. Midsummer dances, bonfires, & feasts are integral parts of these celebrations, often accompanied by folklore & traditional rituals that honor the sun’s energy & the abundance of nature during this time.

• In the Northern Hemisphere the Summer Solstice occurs when the Sun reaches its highest and northernmost points in the sky. It marks the start of summer in the northern half of the globe. (In contrast, the June solstice in the Southern Hemisphere is when the Sun is at its lowest point in the sky, marking the start of winter.)

Related festivals:

• Vestalia: June 7th -15th-

Was a Roman religious festival in honor of Vesta, the goddess of the hearth & the burning continuation of the sacred fire of Rome. It was held from 7–15 June & was reserved as a women’s-only event. Domestic & family life in general were represented by the festival of the goddess of the house & of the spirits of the storechamber — Vesta & the Penates .

On the first day of festivities the penus Vestae (sanctum sanctorum of the temple of Vesta which was usually curtained off) was opened for the only time during the year, at which women offered sacrifices. As long as the curtain remained open, mothers could come, barefoot and disheveled, to leave offerings to the goddess in exchange for a blessing to them & their family.

For the last day, the penus Vestae was solemnly closed, the Flaminica Dialis observed mourning & the temple was subjected to a purification called stercoratio: the filth was swept from the temple & carried next by the route called clivus Capitolinus & then into the Tiber.

Sources:

Farmersalmanac .com

Wikipedia

Llewellyn's Complete Book of Correspondences by Sandra Kines

A Witch's Book of Correspondences by Viktorija Briggs

Llewellyn 2025 magical almanac Practical magic for everyday living

aianta.org/native-american-moon-names

Llewellyn's Sabbat Essentials: Midsummer

[thecupidwitch]

Elements And Their Correspondences

Earth

Direction: North

Time: Midnight

Season: Winter

Color: Green, brown

Zodiac: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn

Ruling planets: Venus and Saturn

Tarot Cards: Pentacles, Coins

Tools: Pentacle, salt, stones, dirt, crystals, wood, flowers

Cystals: Emerald, Jet, tourmaline, quartz, onyx, azurite, amethyst, jasper, peridot, granite.

Animals: gopher, bear, wolf, ant, horse, stag, deer, dog, cow, bull, bison, snake, worms, moles, voles, grubs

Herbs: Oak, cedar, cypress, honeysuckle, ivy, primrose, sage, grains, patchouli, nuts, magnolia, comfrey, vetivert, moss, lilac, lichen, roots, barley, alfalfa, corn, rice.

Rules: Grounding, strength, healing, success, stability, sturdiness, steadfastness, foundations, empathy, fertility, death, rebirth, wisdom, nature, animals, plants, money, prosperity.

Water

Direction: West

Time: Dusk

Season: Fall

Color: Blue, Indigo, Sliver

Zodiac: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

Ruling planets: Moon, Neptune, Pluto

Tarot Cards: Cups

Tools: Ocean, sea glass, cup, bowl, seaweed, hag stones, cauldron

Cystals: Moonstone, pearl, silver, aquamarine, amethyst, blue tourmaline, lapis lazuli, fluorite, coral, blue topaz, beryl, opal, coral

Animals: fish, snake, frog, crab, lobster, eel, shark, dragonfly, seahorse, dolphin, sea otter, seal, whale, alligator, crocodile, beaver, octopus, penguin, salamander, turtle, starfish, koi, coral, barnacle, manta ray, manatee, jellyfish, nautilus, heron, duck, geese, crane, swan, water birds, ammonite, dragons, serpents

Herbs: seaweed, aloe, fern, water lily, lotus, moss, willow, gardenia, apple, catnip, chamomile, cattail, lettuce, kelp, birch, cabbage, coconut, cucumber, comfrey, eucalyptus, gourd, geranium, grape, licorice, lilac, pear, strawberry, tomato

Rules: emotion, intuition, psychic abilities, love, unconscious mind, fertility, self-healing, reflection, lunar energy, deep feelings, curses, death

Fire

Direction: South

Time: Noon

Season: Summer

Color: Red, Orange

Zodiac: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

Ruling planets: Sun, Mars

Tarot Cards: Wands or Swords (depends on belief system)

Tools: Athame, candles, swords, wands, dagger, lamp, flame

Cystals: Carnelian, red jasper, bloodstone, garnet, ruby, agate, rhodochrosite, gold, pyrite, brass, fire opal, lavastone, tiger's eye

Animals: Lion, snake, coyote, fox, ladybug, bee, shark, scorpion, horse, mantis, tiger

Herbs: Cinnamon, cloves, ginger, allspice, basil, cacti, marigold, chilis, garlic, mustard, nettle, onion, heliotrope, hibiscus, juniper, lime, orange, red pepper, poppies, thistle, coffee, jalapenos, lemon, cumin, saffron, coriander

Rules: Energy, will, destruction, strength, courage, power, passion, lust, sexuality, anger, war, new beginnings, protection, loyalty, transformation, action, movement, achievement, creativity, desire, willpower

Air

Direction: East

Time: Down

Season: Spring

Color: Yellow, gold, white, light blue, pastels

Zodiac: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius

Ruling planets: Mercury, Jupiter, Uranus

Tarot Cards: Wands

Tools: Feather, wand, staff, incense, broom, bell, sword, pen

Cystals: Amber, topaz, citrine, jasper, agate, pumice, alexandrite, amethyst, fluorite, mica, clear quartz

Animals: Birds, flying insects, spiders, bats

Herbs: Bergamot, lavender, marjoram, peppermint, sage, dandelion, bluebell, clover, frankincense, primrose, lemongrass, pine, aspen, yarrow, violets, vervain, myrrh, dill, anise, aspen

Rules: Intelligence, wisdom, knowledge, logic, thought, communication, truth, inspiration, intuition, memory, creativity

Tip jar

[tohruies]

june | はるなつあきふゆ: seasons with tabico

the pomegranate finally splits with a soft crack, yielding after a long silence. its skin is thick, firm like armour, but the inside bursts with mellowness—glinting and wet. a hundred little rubies nestled within pale membranes, waiting to be coaxed out. karasu’s hands move slowly, reverently along them.

it’s the first of june.

it’s the first of june, and the air is thick with the green smell of summer’s coming—cut grass and petrichor and a wisp of honeysuckle and the special sort of sun that doesn’t just warm the skin but permeates your very marrow.

it’s the kind of day that makes everything feel like a beginning.

you watch karasu from the dining table, chin tucked into your palm, the other hand twiddling absentmindedly with the drawstring of your skirt. you’re speechless, and you can’t stop staring. 

the fruit reminds you of him.

encased in hardness and hiding softness inside. not flashy, never, but startlingly vivid once you dare to open him. there’s always more to uncover. layer after layer after layer of sweetness and sharpness and mystery, he is a fruit that bleeds but never asks to be pitied.

he picks each seed from the pomegranate one by one, thumb brushing away the bitter pith, and something about its silent intensity is unbearable to you. 

because karasu is like this with everything he loves—quiet and careful. rarely messy and never cruel. he carries warmth in his bones and doesn’t notice it. he teases with playfulness. touches things like they might bruise, but still holds them firmly. 

sunlight strikes the juice on his knuckles, turning them garnet-bright. it stains his fingers, races down the lifeline of his palm.

this, too, is a kind of love.

june had always felt like a clean slate, like a long exhale after half a year of holding your breath. a month of young hearts pressing wishes into the air.

shy and hopeful, you’d once told him that maybe june would be your month. for new things. and for quiet promises. and for maybe, someday, getting married. you whispered it to him one night, eyes fluttering shut beneath the weight of it, and karasu had only kissed your temple and said, “then i guess june’s ours now, huh?”

and today, here he is. fingers red. unrushed, unbothered, unspeakably tender.

he catches you staring and turns to face you, quirking a brow. 

“what’s with that face?” his lips lilt up into a smirk. “lookin’ at me like you’re boutta propose, or somethin’.”

you shake your head, hand fluttering over your mouth—but it’s too late. your eyes are already going glassy. you nearly knock the stool over from how suddenly you stand up. too in love and too grateful.

you cross the distance to him with urgency and karasu can only blink before you take his red-stained hand in both of yours, gazing up at him with that wide, trembling gaze, and tugging him down into a kiss. wet, warm, full of breath, and something unspoken that fills the space between you. his free hand finds the small of back immediately, on instinct, as if it had been waiting.

he hums when you part to nuzzle your nose along his, brows pinching in the way they do when he feels particularly endeared to you.

“oi… don’t go getting all weepy on me now,” karasu murmurs against your lips, voice mirthful and low.

“sorry,” you sniffle and whisper, smiling meekly, “i just like you so much.”

he laughs a breathless laugh and you blink your tears away.

because it’s june, and everything still feels possible.

[sapphirelotus]

✨witch tip✨

did you know that each day of the week is magical? literally. each day of the week is ruled by a different planet and are associated with certain plants and herbs, crystals, incense, spell work, colors, deities, and elements! if you honor any deities in this list, this is a great way to honor them on the day they’re associated with!

Poster’s Note: if i left anything out or if i made any mistakes in this post please let me know and i will edit this post accordingly! 💕

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•Monday

Ruled by: the moon

Element: water

Deities: Artemis (Greek), Selene (Greek), Hera (Greek), Nyx (Greek), Athena (Greek), Luna (Roman), Diana (Roman), Juno (Roman), Minerva (Roman), Khonsu (Egyptian), Máni (Germanic), Chandra (Hindu)

Colors: light gray, dark gray, light blue, purple

Crystals: opal, pearl, selenite, moonstone, aquamarine, clear quartz, sapphire

Magickal Energies: intuition, justice, psychic work, fertility and femininity, healing, peace, spirit work/divination, sleep and dreaming

Plants/Herbs: chamomile*, water lily, orris, lotus, mint

Incense: sage, lavender, mugwort, lotus

•Tuesday

Ruled by: Mars

Element: fire

Deities: Ares (Greek), Mars (Roman), Silvanus (Roman), Tyr (Norse), Horus (Egyptian), Kali (Hindu), Lilith (Judaic/Hebrew), Gwyn ap Nudd (Welsh)

Colors: red, orange, pink, black

Crystals: ruby, garnet, bloodstone, rhodonite, red jasper, carnelian

Magickal Energies: success, conflict/war/revenge, victory, breaking hexes and curses, protection, strength, courage, self esteem

Plants/Herbs: holly, thistle, cactus, basil, coneflower, dragon’s blood, garlic, pepper

Incense: basil, patchouli, ginger, dragon’s blood

•Wednesday

Ruled by: Mercury

Element: air

Deities: Hermes (Greek), Mercury (Roman), Odin (Norse), Thoth (Egyptian), Krishna (Hindu), Lugus (Celtic)

Crystals: agate, citrine, sodalite, aventurine, hematite

Colors: orange, yellow, blue, purple

Magickal Energies: wisdom, healing, communication, money matters, art and creativity, travel and business, study and knowledge

Plants/Herbs: lilies, fern, eucalyptus, lavender, aspen, mandrake, lavender,

Incense: lavender, rosemary, cherry, clove

•Thursday

Ruled by: Jupiter

Element: earth

Deities: Zeus (Greek), Jupiter (Roman), Thor (Norse), Vishnu (Hindu), Taranis (Celtic)

Crystals: amethyst, turquoise, lepidolite, lapis lazuli, clear quartz, sapphire, sugilite

Colors: yellow, green, blue, purple

Magickal Energies: luck, ambition, success, happiness, justice, abundance, victory, wealth and prosperity, business and travel, loyalty and honor

Plants/Herbs: oak, honeysuckle, clove, sage, cinquefoil

Incense: cedar, sage, musk, cinnamon

•Friday

Ruled by: Venus

Element: water

Deities: Aphrodite (Greek), Eros (Greek), Venus (Roman), Cupid (Roman), Freya (Norse), Hathor (Egyptian), Shukra (Hindu), Brigid (Celtic)

Crystals: jade, peridot, emerald, rose quartz, rhodonite, rhodochrosite, coral

Colors: pink, blue, light gray, seafoam green

Magickal Energies: love and passion, harmony, balance, nature, romance, partnerships, fertility/motherhood, beauty and glamour

Plants/Herbs: saffron, coltsfoot, feverfew, pink rose, apple blossom, vanilla, sandalwood

Incense: rose, apple, clove, strawberry

•Saturday

Ruled by: Saturn

Element: all elements

Deities: Kronos (Greek), Hades (Greek), Saturn (Roman), Pluto (Roman), Loki (Norse), Dagda (Celtic), Geb (Egyptian), Osiris (Egyptian), Shani (Hindu)

Crystals: obsidian, hematite, serpentine, apache tear

Colors: red, purple, light gray, black

Magickal Energies: banishing, protection, defense, cleansing, finding lost items, spirituality, wisdom, transformation, psychic attacks

Plants/Herbs: cypress, thyme, hemlock, myrrh, mullein

Incense: sage, opium, myrrh, sandalwood

•Sunday

Ruled by: the sun

Element: fire

Deities: Helios (Greek), Sol (Roman), Sekhmet (Egyptian), Ra (Egyptian), Surya (Hindu), Lugh (Celtic)

Crystals: citrine, carnelian, amber, tigers eye

Colors: red, orange, yellow, gold

Magickal Energies: abundance, breaking habits, growth, success, decision making, confidence and strength, health and healing, self expression, happiness, prosperity and wealth

Plants/Herbs: sunflower, marigold, hibiscus, cinnamon, st. john’s wort*

Incense: lemon, cinnamon, opium, frankincense

*if you are currently taking birth control pills, DO NOT ingest the herbs with an asterisk next to them as they can make the pills less effective!

[astra-ravana]

The Signs: Correspondences

Aries♈

Symbol: The ram

Affirmation: "I am."

Dates: March 21st - April 20th

Day: Tuesday

Element: Fire

Colors: Red, orange, black, white

Body: Head

Ruler: Mars

House: First

Modality: Cardinal

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 9

Metal: Iron

Birthstone: Diamond

Season: Spring

Tarot: The Emporer

Exultation: Sun

Fall: Saturn

Detriment: Venus

Plants: Hops, thistle, red clover, honeysuckle, holly, hawthorne, garlic, nettles, cayenne, locust, geranium, saffron, spruce

Crystals: Diamond, rutilated quartz, carnelian, pietersite, bloodstone, citrine, ruby, jasper, super seven, herkimer diamond, Libyan desert glass, danburite, topaz, garnet, hematite, obsidian, sardonyx

Animals: Rams/sheep, tigers, dragons, hawks, wolves, foxes

Archetypes: The Warrior, The Pioneer, The Daredevil, The Survivor, The Child, The Creative, The Adventurer

Keywords: Pioneering, fearless, energetic, impulsive, adventurous, courageous, assertive, brash, optimistic, honest, independent, restless, fiery, fool hardy, forceful, combative, competitive, daring, crude, confident, enterprising, demanding, direct, resilient, dominant, impatient, reckless, loud, rash, stubborn, arrogant, temperamental, humorous, creative, friendly, authentic

Taurus♉

Symbol: The bull

Affirmation: "I have."

Dates: April 21st - May 21st

Day: Friday

Element: Earth

Colors: Green, blue, pink, brown

Body: Neck

Ruler: Venus

House: Second

Modality: Fixed

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 6

Metal: Copper

Birthstone: Emerald

Season: Late spring

Tarot: The Hierophant

Exultation: Moon

Fall: Uranus

Detriment: Mars/Pluto

Plants: Wheat, mint, apple, sorrel, foxglove, thyme, rose, sage, daisy, crypress, ash, poppy, basil, violet, dandelion, fig, pear

Crystals: Emerald, rose quartz, malachite, rhodonite, kunzite, peridot, jade, chrysocolla, kyanite, amethyst, pyrite, selenite, turquoise, lapis lazuli, adventurine, tiger's eye, moss agate

Animals: Bulls/cows, elephants, flamingos, turtles, camels

Archetypes: The Earth Spirit, The Musician, The Silent One, The Sage, The Hedonist, The Stabilizer

Keywords: Steadfast, reliable, sensual, patient, practical, loyal, grounded, stable, nurturing, tenacious, stubborn, possessive, materialistic, enduring, committed, devoted, calm, dependable, inflexible, resistant, over-indulgent, caring, resilient, persistent, overly cautious, tranquil, resourceful, sensible, unyielding, pessimistic, jealous, insecure, focused

Gemini♊

Symbol: The twins

Affirmation: "I think."

Dates: May 22nd - June 20th

Day: Wednesday

Element: Air

Colors: Yellow, blue, teal, grey

Body: Arms/hands

Ruler: Mercury

House: Third

Modality: Mutable

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 5

Metal: Mercury

Birthstone: Agate

Season: Early summer

Tarot: The Lovers

Exultation: North node

Fall: South node

Detriment: Jupiter

Plants: Anise, lavender, marjoram, hazel, caraway, myrtle, fern, valerian, lily-of-the-valley, bittersweet, chestnut

Crystals: Agate, moonstone, aquamarine, pearl, sapphire, apatite, howlite, alexandrite, chrysophase, celestite, sodalite, lemon quartz, opal, labradorite, tourmaline, onyx

Animals: Horses, dolphins, deer, butterflies, chameleons, monkies

Archetypes: The Witness, The Teacher, The Storyteller, The Journalist, The Messenger, The Unholdable

Keywords: Adaptable, outgoing, curious, intellectual, impulsive, versatile, flakey, gossipy, enthusiastic, indecisive, loving, nosy, open, excitable, flighty, bubbly, fun-loving, verbal, smart, judgemental, nervous, distracted, giving, popular, gentle, emotionally aware, persuasive, intuitive, empathetic

Cancer♋

Symbol: The crab

Affirmation: "I feel."

Dates: June 21st - July 21st

Day: Monday

Element: Water

Colors: White, silver, grey, blue, green

Body: Chest/stomach

Ruler: Moon

House: Fourth

Modality: Cardinal

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 2

Metal: Silver

Birthstone: Pearl (moonstone)

Season: Mid summer

Tarot: The Chariot

Exultation: Jupiter

Fall: Mars

Detriment: Saturn

Plants: White rose, verbena, tarragon, water lily, lotus, willow, alder, saxifrage, lettuce, acanthus, jasmine

Crystals: Moonstone, pearl, selenite, calcite, chalcedony, opal, amethyst, emerald, chrysophase, coral, larimar, howlite, peacock ore, blue kyanite, rose quartz, blue lace agate, angelite

Animals: Crustaceans, frogs, whales, rabbits, seals

Archetypes: The Mother, The Healer, The Invisible, The Hysteric, The Counselor, The Psychic, The Maiden

Keywords: Emotional, loving, sensitive cautious, sympathetic, moody, touchy, protective, unpredictable, charming, loyal, tender-hearted, creative, caring, over-emotional, resentful, drastic, nurturing, generous, ardent, consistent, aloof, codependent, coddling, dramatic, hysterical, shrewd, imaginative, possessive, changeable, defensive, clinging, vindictive, devoted, motherly, soft

Leo♌

Symbol: The lion

Affirmation: "I will."

Dates: July 22nd - August 22nd

Day: Sunday

Element: Fire

Colors: Gold, yellow, orange

Body: Heart/spine

Ruler: Sun

House: Fifth

Modality: Fixed

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 1

Metal: Gold

Birthstone: Ruby

Season: Late summer

Tarot: Strength

Exultation: Neptune

Fall: None

Detriment: Uranus

Plants: Sunflower, saffron, peppermint, walnut, rosemary, St. John's wort, borage, orange, lemon, bay, olive, marigold, dandelion

Crystals: Ruby, carnelian, citrine, sunstone, spinel hematite, rhodochrosite, rutilated quartz, peridot, pyrite, herkimer diamond, golden topaz, honey calcite, apache tear, tiger's eye, black onyx

Animals: Lions, cats, peacocks, horses, phoenix, eagles, tigers

Archetypes: The King/Queen, The Performer, The Clown, The Golden Child, The Victor, The Magician, The Guardian

Keywords: Confident, loyal, passionate, arrogant, dependable, strong, domineering, vivacious, honest, sociable, warm, self-focused, vain, determined, giving, charismatic, attention-seeking, ferocious, joyous, fun, jealous, inflexible, brave, born leader, kind, reckless, shallow, hospitable, flirtatious, outrageous, wild, cocky, confrontational, magnetic, chatty, luxurious, extravagant

Virgo♍

Symbol: The virgin

Affirmation: "I analyze."

Dates: August 23rd - September 23rd

Day: Wednesday

Element: Earth

Colors: Green, white, brown, navy blue

Body: Abdomen

Ruler: Mercury

House: Sixth

Modality: Mutable

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 5

Metal: Nickel

Birthstone: Peridot

Season: Early autumn

Tarot: The Hermit

Exultation: Mercury

Fall: Venus/Neptune

Detriment: Jupiter/Neptune

Plants: Valerian, elder, skullcap, flax, buttercup, lavender, dill, blackberry, morning glory, forget-me-not, hazel

Crystals: Peridot, jade, sapphire, fluorite, sodalite, lapis lazuli, mookaite, zicron, sardonyx, moss agate, nuummite

Animals: Owls, bees, doves, squirrels, mice, salmon

Archetypes: The Perfectionist, The Servant, The Martyr, The Analyst, The Alchemist, The Messenger

Keywords: Analytical, hardworking, meticulous, practical, fussy, judgemental, modest, patient, artistic, critical, attentive, picky, humble, industrious, polite, proper, shy, intelligent, distant, harsh, conservative, anxious, sensitive, dedicated, subtle, curious, classy, responsible, repressed, trustworthy, altruistic, gentle, ethereal, wise, independent

Libra♎

Symbol: The scales

Affirmation: "I balance."

Dates: September 23rd - October 22nd

Day: Friday

Element: Air

Colors: Light blue, pink, green

Body: Kidneys

Ruler: Venus

House: Seventh

Modality: Cardinal

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 6

Metal: Copper

Birthstone: Sapphire

Season: Mid-autumn

Tarot: Justice

Exultation: Saturn

Fall: Sun

Detriment: Mars

Plants: Mint, rose, dahlia, feverfew, thyme, ash, burdock, parsley, blue lotus, daisy, poplar, apple, grape, white sycamore

Crystals: Sapphire, jade, sardonyx, opal, turquoise, moonstone, lapis lazuli, rose quartz, larvakite, obsidian, auralite, prehnite, pink tourmaline, morganite

Animals: Ravens, swans, dragonflies, dogs, deer, pandas

Archetypes: The Lover, The Artist, The Peacemaker, The Socialite, The Flirt, The Designer, The Mediator

Keywords: Diplomatic, charming, easy going, fair, balanced, sensual, lazy, indecisive, idealistic, manipulative, dreamy, intellectual, harmonious, influential, friendly, entitled, engaging, likable, melodramatic, gossipy, vain, tactful, witty, funny, tempered, pragmatic, sincere, fickle, bossy, ambivalent, generous, insecure, lovable, creative, optimistic

Scorpio♏

Symbol: The scorpion

Affirmation: "I desire."

Dates: October 23rd - November 22nd

Day: Tuesday

Element: Water

Colors: Dark red, maroon, black

Body: Genitals

Ruler: Mars/Pluto

House: Eighth

Modality: Fixed

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 9

Metal: Steel (iron)

Birthstone: Opal

Season: Late autumn

Tarot: Death

Exultation: Uranus

Fall: Moon

Detriment: Venus

Plants: Hawthorne, witch hazel, aloe, catnip, birch, ginseng, onion/leek, heather, geranium, brambles, milk thistle, rhododendron

Crystals: Opal, topaz, malachite, garnet, ruby, labradorite, smokey quartz, beryl, Apache tear, moonstone, shungite, citrine, auralite, super seven, bloodstone, amethyst, abalone, que sera

Animals: Scorpions, spiders, eagles, serpents, panthers

Archetypes: The Detective, The Sorcerer, The Hypnotist, The Witch, The Temptress, The Mystic, The Protector

Keywords: Determined, forceful, intuitive, powerful, magnetic, secretive, ambitious, obsessive, hardworking, emotionally intelligent, creative, seductive, possessive, honest, blunt, passionate, intense, jealous, protective, resentful, tenacious, thrilling, sardonic, stubborn, dark, strategic, loyal, stoic, obstinate, fearless, disciplined, skeptical, self-reliant

Sagittarius♐

Symbol: The centaur/archer

Affirmation: "I see."

Dates: November 22nd - December 21st

Day: Thursday

Element: Fire

Colors: Purple, royal blue, red

Body: Hips, thighs, liver

Ruler: Jupiter

House: Ninth

Modality: Mutable

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 3

Metal: Tin

Birthstone: Topaz

Season: Early winter

Tarot: Temperance

Exultation: South Node

Fall: North Node

Detriment: Mercury

Plants: Sage, dandelion, mulberry, cinnamon, wood betony, star anise, mandrake, mallow, oak, thistle, carnations, ash, calamus, orchid

Crystals: Topaz, labradorite, amethyst, azurite, corundom, carnelian, spinel, sugilite, tanzanite, iolite, chalcedony, blue goldstone, yooperlite, lapis lazuli, garnet, blue apatite, quantum quatro

Animals: Horses, stags, falcons, foxes, crows, unicorns

Archetypes: The Gypsy, The Student, The Philosopher, The Psychiatrist, The Seeker, The Comedian, The Guide

Keywords: Adventurous, philosophical, free-spirited, intelligent, direct, impulsive, scatter-brained, forgiving, curious, jovial, good-humored, idealistic, unfiltered, blunt, impatient, preachy, accepting, authentic, energetic, non-committal, compassionate, friendly, unfocused, conflict-avoidant, spontaneous, enchanting, musical, stylish, detached, trusty, pioneering, sophisticated, open-minded

Capricorn♑

Symbol: The sea goat

Affirmation: "I use."

Dates: December 22nd - January 20th

Day: Saturday

Element: Earth

Colors: Dark green, grey, black, brown

Body: Knees

Ruler: Saturn

House: Tenth

Modality: Cardinal

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 8

Metal: Lead

Birthstone: Turquoise

Season: Winter

Tarot: The Devil

Exultation: Mars

Fall: Jupiter

Detriment: Moon

Plants: Hemlock, ivy, poppy, beetroot, comfrey, hemp, elm, willow, henbane, knapweed, pansy, yew, onion, hellebore, horsetail

Crystals: Turquoise, onyx, black tourmaline, corundom, smokey quartz, clear quartz, sodalite, jet, larvakite, hematite, pyrite, citrine, aragonite, azurite, malachite, black kyanite, kiwi jasper, tiger iron

Animals: Goats, bees, elk/deer, woodpeckers, penguins, sturgeon

Archetypes: The Hermit, The Father, The Prime Minister, The Miser, The Judge, The Administrator, The Mentor

Keywords: Tough, uncompromising, dedicated, capable, responsible, tenacious, stubborn, practical, wise, persistent, pragmatic, honest, arrogant, controlling, ambitious, steadfast, strong, successful, minimalist, stoic, careful, reserved, mature, dry, pessimistic, disciplined, driven, prudent, shy, greedy, miserly, moody, competitive, moralistic, cynical, harsh, logical

Aquarius♒

Symbol: The water bearer

Affirmation: "I know."

Dates: January 21st - February 18th

Day: Wednesday

Element: Air

Colors: Sky blue, teal, violet, indigo

Body: Shins/ankles, pineal gland

Ruler: Uranus/Saturn

House: Eleventh

Modality: Fixed

Polarity: Positive

Gender: Masculine

Number: 4

Metal: Aluminum

Birthstone: Aquamarine

Season: Late winter

Tarot: The Star

Exultation: None

Fall: Neptune

Detriment: Sun

Plants: Orchid, rowan, mandrake, passion flower, lotus, myyrh, hops, elder, pepper, amber, frankincense, golden rain, bergamot, chilli, saffron

Crystals: Aquamarine, amethyst, moonstone, angelite, sapphire, labradorite, arfedsonite, turquoise, charoite, super seven, Libyan desert glass, lepidolite, que sera, herkimer diamond, lapis lazuli, indigo gabbro, aqua aura,

Animals: Dolphins, snow leaopards, condors, salamanders, snakes

Archetypes: The Genius, The Revolutionary, The Truth Sayer, The Exile, The Scientist, The Rebel, The Outlaw

Keywords: Individualistic, clever, analytical, assertive, innovative, humanitarian, optimistic, eccentric, obstinate, aloof, open-minded, intelligent, unpredictable, impulsive, creative, impulsive, tolerant, social, calculating, chaotic, enigmatic, contradictory, independent, idealistic, unique, humorous, restless, inquisitive, unyielding, detached, lonely

Pisces♓

Symbol: The fishes

Affirmation: "I believe."

Dates: February 19th - March 20th

Day: Thursday

Element: Water

Colors: Sea green, mint, blue, cyan

Body: Feet

Ruler: Neptune/Jupiter

House: Twelfth

Modality: Mutable

Polarity: Negative

Gender: Feminine

Number: 7

Metal: Platinum

Birthstone: Moonstone

Season: Early spring

Tarot: The Moon

Exultation: Venus

Fall: Mercury

Detriment: Mercury

Plants: Water lily, chicory, fig, echinacea, angelica, moss, hazel, fern, eyebright, primrose, willow, iris, seaweed

Crystals: Moonstone, fluorite, aquamarine, larimar, jade, moss agate, amazonite, blue lace agate, blue adventurine, amethyst, dumortierite, tourmaline, apatite, mother of pearl, citrine, kunzite

Animals: Fish, chameleons, butterflies, deer, octopuses, mockingbirds

Archetypes: The Mystic, The Dreamer, The Poet, The Guide, The Medic, The Creator, The Dancer, The Guru

Keywords: Intuitive, creative, brilliant, loving, empathetic, intense, anxious, animated, romantic, soft, adventurous, needy, scatterbrained, mystical, addictive, unmotivated, sentimental, spiritual, compassionate, lighthearted, flexible, forgiving, supportive, kind, sweet, childish, stingy, charming, blunt, self-indulgent, apathetic, fun

[thesoulbonder]

NND Week Prompt Revival - Childhood Friends

Hey peeps!

Ever since my let down on Nuts & Dolts Week 2024, I’ve been really wanting to make it up to everyone (and myself), so I figured I’d put together a list of Nuts & Dolts Week Prompts from years past, and I’d complete them at my own pace over time :D

I love these two after all, and sometimes I just need some spontaneous ship art to get me out of a rut, y’know?

The first contender for this revival is a prompt from 2021: Childhood Friends!!

It may not be canon, but I think Penny and Ruby would be SUUUUUCH cutie pies as 7 year olds. They’d be the type of kids who’d play in the woods and make fairy houses or flower jewelry, climb trees, eat honeysuckle; the whole nine yards.

As for how they’d meet? Idk Pietro made a prototype body and field tests revolve around going to a remote island in Vale and having her play with other kids. She can’t fight Grimm if she can’t withstand a day at the playground, right?

They’re so cute I friggin can’t aaaaaaa-

[redhairedgryffindor]

Don't worry about me, y'all. I'm fine.

No, you're not

If you say so

[the-mortuary-witch]

LITHA

DATE: June 20th-22nd

ZODIAC: Cancer and Leo

SYMBOLS: sunflowers, fire, sun, shells, mirrors, solar cross, oak trees, and spirals and circles.

INCENSE AND OILS: sandalwood, myrrh, frankincense, lavender, lemon, orange, mint, rosemary, cedar, and ginger.

SPELLWORK: empowerment, vitality, healing, renewal, honouring nature, and celebrating the sun.

ANIMALS: horses, cows, dragonflies, bees, butterflies, robins, eagles, wren, and snakes.

COLOURS: yellow, gold, orange, red, green, and white.

FOOD: fruit and berries, vegetables, grains, honey, dairy, mead, wine, juices, and frozen treats.

DEITIES: Aphrodite, Gaia, Freyja, Sol, Lugh, Sulis, Apollo, Oak King, Belenus, Brigid, Danu, Hestia, and Ra.

HERBS AND FLOWERS: sunflowers, St. Johns wort, lavender, chamomile, calendula, rosemary, mugwort, lemon balm, vervain, yarrow, honeysuckle, and basil. 

CRYSTALS AND STONES: sunstone, citrine, tigers eye, lapis lazuli, pyrite, carnelian, ruby, periodt, amber, and quartz.

[ramblings-of-a-mad-cat]

What are your thoughts on Ruby? I haven’t played beyond so I haven’t met her.

Honestly, I've barely interacted with Beyond myself. I'm not caught up to there yet in my own file, hell I'm still on the end of Year 6 if I remember right - it's been months since I played. I may need to upload some screenshots again, alas. As far as Ruby is concerned, the extent of my knowledge come from watching Akemi Stormborn's Let's Play (and now a word from our sponsor) but she seems alright. Reminds me a little of Sandy Cheeks from Spongebob, but that may just be the Southern thing. At this point, I'm a little burnt out on new characters the game wants to introduce. The character list is so vast by this point that keeping track of everyone is too confusing, especially since HPHM seems to have given up on trying to give them equal distribution - to the extent that it ever did in the first place. But, bottom line is, Ruby is nice. Looks a little too much like Charlie for it to not be distracting, but, she's nice. Afraid I don't have a ramble this time.