#Combining Divination Systems

[nexusofsorcery]

How To Read Runes | A Modern Witch's Guide

Unlocking the Ancient Wisdom of Runes for Divination and Personal Growth Introduction Welcome to the modern witch’s guide to reading runes! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the fascinating world of runes and learn how to harness their ancient wisdom for divination and personal growth. Whether you are new to the world of witchcraft or an experienced practitioner looking to expand…

[astrologydray]

Astrology observations 5🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️

💚Square to the Ascendant? You’re at war with your own image. People see you one way, but you feel another.

💚 Aries 1°–5° Rising: gives “born to lead” face. Even in silence, they give main character.

💚 Saturn in the 2nd can delay wealth, but once you earn it—it stays.

💚 Venus in the 2nd = luxury magnet. You’re not even materialistic; you just attract nice things.

💚 Mercury conjunct Mars in the 3rd. Your tongue can cut glass. Say it with your chest.

💚 Men with Venus in Capricorn or Aquarius marry older.

💚 uranus in 12th - has kinks that they prefer to hide and has very unique ways of giving pleasure. might like to use toys, chains, foreplay.

💚 Mercury conjunct Neptune = words that sound like poetry, even when you’re just lying.

💚 Trines = raw talent, ease, and divine timing. Sometimes taken for granted.

💚 Multiple squares = character development arc.

💚 Jupiter-Venus one of the best combination for wealth.

💚 Venus: hips, waist, face, sexual organs, semen, reproductive fluid, urinary system, genitals

💚 Gives sharpness to facial features, in a way that defines said features (defined nose, chin, cheekbones etc)

💚mars in 1st grants natives with a nice body or one that is appealing to others

💚 south node in the 1st natives have profound “natural” beauty

💚 Jupiter: thighs, fat tissue, flesh, liver, kidneys, memory, glands, ears

💚 mars 1st Makes one look youthful, fresh and fit

💚 Sun trine Jupiter = optimism that opens doors. Your blessings come when you believe they already exist.

💚 Mercury dominant ppl = Fast-talking, idea-slinging, mentally restless.

💚 south node in 1st gives one thick hair, nice lips, and a sleepy gaze

💚 Venus or Mars in Aquarius - You could attract attention for your unconventional beauty or style

💚 prominent Jupiter gives one very clear skin and a beautiful warm comple

[astra-ravana]

The Anatomy Of Baphomet

Baphomet is one of the most complex and misunderstood figures in occult and esoteric history. Over centuries, it has evolved from a mysterious name whispered during the Crusades to a symbol deeply embedded in modern occultism, especially within Satanism, Thelema, and Left-Hand Path traditions.

History Of Baphomet

Origins in the Templar Trials (14th Century):

• The earliest known use of the name Baphomet was during the Inquisition of the Knights Templar in 1307.

• The Templars were accused of heresy and idolatry, including worship of an idol called "Baphomet". The exact nature of this idol remains unclear—some described it as a human head, a bearded man, or a demon.

• Most modern historians believe the name Baphomet may have been a corruption of Mahomet (an old form of Muhammad), reflecting the Crusaders' exposure to Islam.

19th Century Revival; Eliphas Lévi:

• In 1856, Éliphas Lévi, a French occultist, radically redefined Baphomet in his book Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie.

• Lévi depicted Baphomet as a winged hermaphroditic figure with the head of a goat, a torch between the horns, female breasts and androgynous features, one arm pointing up and one down, with the words Solve (dissolve) and Coagula (combine) on each forearm. This became the iconic image associated with Baphomet today and symbolized the unity of opposites: light and dark, male and female, human and beast, matter and spirit.

20th Century and Beyond (Satanism and the Occult):

• The Church of Satan, founded by Anton LaVey in 1966, adopted Baphomet as a symbol of Satanic philosophy—not as a literal being, but as a representation of rebellion, knowledge, and liberation from religious dogma.

• The Sigil of Baphomet—a goat’s head within an inverted pentagram surrounded by Hebrew letters spelling “Leviathan”—became the official insignia of the Church.

Symbolism Of Baphomet

Baphomet represents balance and integration of opposites. It is a philosophical and alchemical emblem rather than a deity to be worshipped.

Key Symbolic Elements:

• Goat Head- Instinct, primal nature, and untamed energy (possibly derived from the god Pan).

• Torch Between Horns- Divine illumination; the light of intellect and truth.

• Androgyny (Breasts and Caduceus Phallus)- Union of male and female, symbolizing wholeness.

• Wings and Hooves- Duality of spiritual ascent and earthly grounding.

• Arms Pointing Up and Down- The Hermetic axiom “As above, so below”, expressing the correspondence between planes.

• Solve et Coagula- Alchemical principle of breaking down and reforming—transformation and enlightenment.

Baphomet In Magick And Occult Practice

Baphomet is not commonly invoked as a deity but is used as a symbol of occult mastery, personal transformation, and spiritual rebellion.

In Thelema (Aleister Crowley’s System):

• Crowley saw Baphomet as a mystical androgen, a symbol of spiritual initiation and the reconciler of opposites.

• He took the name “Baphomet” as a magical name when he became head of the O.T.O. (Ordo Templi Orientis), aligning it with sexual magick and Gnostic symbolism.

In Satanism (LaVeyan, Theological, Etc.):

• Baphomet is used as a symbol of rational self-interest, rejection of traditional religious authority, and the embrace of carnal existence.

• The Sigil of Baphomet is used in rituals, meditations, and symbolic expressions of personal empowerment.

In Witchcraft and Modern Paganism:

Some non-theistic witches or Left-Hand Path practitioners view Baphomet as:

• An archetype of sacred balance

• A symbol of hidden knowledge

• A guardian of the threshold—facing and integrating one’s shadow

Magickal Uses Of Baphomet

Rituals and Practices:

• Invocation or Meditation- To balance opposing forces within oneself—gender, emotion and reason, higher and lower self.

• Shadow Work- Baphomet can be invoked as a symbol during introspective work, especially when dealing with repressed desires or fears.

• Alchemy and Transformation- In rituals seeking internal transformation, Baphomet represents the alchemical process of spiritual rebirth.

• Sigil Magick- The Sigil of Baphomet is used for protection, empowerment, and banishing fear or dogma.

Altars and Tools:

• Practitioners may use statues, medallions, or artwork of Baphomet to create a liminal sacred space, serve as a focal point for meditation, and represent the divine within and without—a mirror for the seeker.

The Nature Of Baphomet

Baphomet is not a devil, not a god, and not a literal being—it is a metaphysical symbol. Its purpose is to challenge, to enlighten, and to reveal the wholeness hidden in duality. Baphomet asks the seeker to transcend dogma, embrace the totality of existence, and find spiritual freedom through inner synthesis.

[johnbierce]

It's finally launch day for my new book! The City That Would Eat the World, book one of the More Gods Than Stars Trilogy, is out now on Amazon and Audible! More Gods Than Stars is socialist sword and sorcery progression fantasy starring a pair of wandering lady adventurers, set on a gas giant's habitable moon, featuring a mimic-based ecosystem, uncounted millions of gods ranging from ones for individual teakettles to gods of entire cities, a ridiculously complex magic-based economy in the vein of Max Gladstone's Craft Sequence, anime-inspired fight scenes, a trans deuteragonist (and plenty of other queer characters), a pseudomedieval megastructure arcology spreading uncontrollably across the landscape, and last but definitely not least, the god of counting flagstones.

"An incredibly imaginative adventure through the corrupt underbelly of a world-devouring and ever-expanding city and its gods-blessed inhabitants. Magical engineering, economics, divine blessings and human corruption combine into an adventure through a truly original setting."

Cameron Johnston, Author of Age of Tyranny & The Maleficent Seven

Art by Lukas Ketner, Cover Design by Virginia McClain

Thea is a washed-up mimic exterminator who expected more out of life, not some hero from stories. Aven is an impulsive wandering adventurer whose personal goddess is constantly getting her into trouble. Neither of them have the slightest interest in getting involved in world-shaking historical events. History doesn’t care what they want, unfortunately, and it’s fallen right into their laps in the shape of a godslaying weapon from a fallen civilization. Thrown together out of chance, Thea and Aven will have to learn to work together if they want to survive their pursuers. Because if they fail, and the weapon falls into the wrong hands? The results won’t be pretty. No one’s going to be using it on some random street corner goddess, teakettle god, or any of the other countless teeming millions of divinities on Ishveos. No, there’s one target that sits above all others. Cambrias, Whose Watch Never Ends. Cambrias, whose power has given rise to Cambrias’ Wall, the greatest city in the known multiverse- a city that has already covered much of a continent, and is strip mining entire mountain ranges for space and building material. A city that threatens to spread across the entire surface of Ishveos. And there’s no shortage of folks willing to kill Thea and Aven in order to stop the Wall, no matter the consequences.

I'm incredibly proud of this one- I spent years on the research behind its world, reading literally dozens of books on architecture, economics, leftist political theory, and theology. Though, for all that I genuinely tried to say something important with The City That Would Eat the World, I also did my best to keep it a fun, high-octane fantasy adventure- and I'm pretty dang confident I succeeded on that latter part. It draws heavily in inspiration from Terry Pratchett, China Mieville, and Max Gladstone; as well as the classic sword and sorcery adventure stories like Jirel of Joiry, Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser, and their ilk. More Gods Than Stars is set in the same multiverse as my other books, the magic school series Mage Errant and the standalone epidemiological fantasy novel The Wrack, but you don't need to have read either of them to read this, or vice versa.

"The City That Would Eat The World is easily one of the most impressive books I've ever read. Not only has Bierce conjured up a hell of an adventure from page one, but he's also crafted a strange and gritty world with stunning depth, jammed it full of fantastic characters, then topped it all off with an explosive ending. The next book can't come soon enough."

Kyle Kirrin, author of The Ripple System

[athenaeum-of-the-herald]

Types of Divination

I recently saw my friend Dagan ( @olympianbutch ) respond to an ask about his forms of divination and thought it'd be fun to go over the ones I know of! A lot of people know of tarot and pendulum but there's so many more that deserve to be be tried and maybe someone will find a new method that works for them ♡

• 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 •

Tarot- One of if not THE most well-known forms of divination. Tarot typically consists of a 78 card deck with 22 major arcana cards and 56 minor cards. These cards typically have a set and known meaning universally across all decks.

Lenormand- A (usually) 36 card deck typically used for fortune telling. As opposed to tarot, lenormand is read in a sequence and is considered more straightforward than tarot. One of the most common readings for lenormand would he The Grand Tableau, which uses the entire deck to create a "snapshot".

Oracle Cards- Oracle cards vary vastly across different decks, as each deck has different cards with different meanings. They typically create a more specific answer than tarot.

Cartomancy- Tarot is often confused as cartomancy, but cartomancy is its own separate divination style. Cartomancy typically involves using a deck of playing cards for divining questions. It has its own reading system separate from tarot and usually involves some numerology in its deciphering.

• 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 •

Capnomancy (smoke reading)- Divining messages and answers from smoke. Incense smoke is one of the most common, but other fire sources producing smoke can be used.

Geomancy- Divination done through identifying patterns created in the earth (or on paper). The diviner will create geomantic figures at random (with 16 possible combinations) and divine messages and answers from them.

Hydromancy- Divining through water by observing reflections and ripples (either naturally occurring or created.

Botanomancy- A method that involves burning herbs, plants, or branches and diving messages/identifying energies through the smoke and flames.

Cledonomancy- A method involving "overheard words". The diviner will cover their ears while asking their question or for advice, leave their location, and then unplug their ears. The words and sounds they hear will be their response. This was typically done while asking the Hermes Agoraios questions and leaving the agora/walking away from the statue.

• 𝐈𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 •

Pendulum (dowsing)- A form of divination that uses a pendant, typically on an evenly distributed chain or cord, to divine messages. The most common way it's done is by asking the pendulum (or spirits/entities etc) how the pendulum will swing for yes, no, and maybe answers. It is also common to use a pendulum board which has set spaces for yes, no, maybe, and occasionally letters for more refined answers.

Ouija- Also known as a spirit board, a suitable board consists of a board with yes, no, and alphabet, and goodbye at the bottom. A planchette is used to spell messages from the spirit/entity and answer auestions. It is known practice to always end an ouija board session by sliding the planchette to the "goodbye" section of the board.

Scrying- A divination method typically involving an obsidian mirror, a crystal ball, a pool of water in darkness, etc. A candle is commonly lit and the diviner falls into a trance-like state in which they'll see images and scenes depicted in the reflections.

Ceromancy (Wax reading)- A method that commonly involves the diviner pouring candle wax into water and deciphering the imagery seen above and below the surface of the water.

Tasseography (Tea reading)- Divination involving a tea cup and the leaves of the tea. The majority of the tea is drank, leaving just a small amount in the cup. The remaining leaves in the cup are interpreted typically for fortune telling.

Bibliomancy- The opening of a book to a random page and line/passage to divine messages and answers.

Astragalomancy (dice casting)- Throwing dice, typically to divine short answers. The reader will usually assign meaning to each number of the dice, the most common being yes, no, maybe.

I'm definitely missing more than a few, and several of these have been described to their bare minimum because they're fairly complex (ie, geomancy), but I had fun making this list regardless. Maybe I'll make in-depth posts about some of the more complex ones.

Regardless! I hope you found this informative in any way. Safe travels ♡

[shsl-hubris-guy]

Himiko Yumeno is the proof of every good and beautiful thing written into V3's story. She's the combination of every endearing quality a gag character could have, with the depth and story quality of a leading cast member. Despite spending most of her time as a supporting cast member, her arc blends her seamlessly into the surviving cast, while still remaining a beautiful story on its own merits. Himiko is the annoying kid from your elementary school class that no one liked because of how insistent she was that her favorite fantasy series was real and she was actually a faerie hiding in the human realm, and refused to talk about anything else. Himiko is the kid that loved her favorite convoluted magic system more than life itself, and she grew up to love that magic so much she made a successful career out of it, succeeding in immersing herself in her passion completely. Himiko is immensely lazy outside of that magic because nothing outside of it has given her any meaning. The real world is dull and harsh and unforgiving and cruel. Real people tell her that which she holds most dear isn't real and never was, and that she's stupid for believing it, for loving it. Himiko meets someone like her, someone at a school of dull machinery and harsh cruelties, that loves something beautiful and divine that everyone else calls delusional and false. Himiko holds something in common with someone, and that feels real, too. Himiko is invited into something bigger than herself, and it feels comforting not to be alone anymore. Himiko meets someone who admires her devotion and makes every effort to show her that that devotion, that love, and reality don't have to be separate. That she can bring that same love to reality and share it the way she does in her shows. She puts it together too late. The game pulls them both away, says they were both wrong, tries to push her back down. Himiko is reminded that they were real. They both stood next to her, and they loved her, and they were real and tangible and no one can take that away so long as she doesn't let them. Himiko decides to keep them. Himiko embraces reality with magic hands and a magic heart. Himiko finds the magic of the real world, which is the people within it. Himiko is beautiful. Himiko is whole. Himiko started as everything Tsumugi wanted to be but felt nothing outside of it. Himiko became everything Tsumugi never could, and is antithetical to Tsumugi's philosophy. Himiko was right. Magic was always real. Just not in the way she thought it was.

[mercurianchild]

🦇spooky season astro observations part 2🦇

🕸️Mars in the 8th house signals a strong connection to the occult, death, and transformation. People with Mars in the 8th may have an intense drive to uncover hidden truths, and they may be drawn to witchcraft or other forms of shadow work. Their energy can be magnetically dark, with a fearless approach to taboo topics.

🕸️Moon in the 6th house deals with health and routines, and the Moon here can bring a strong connection to emotional healing through ritual. Individuals with this placement may be drawn to herbalism, crystal healing, or other forms of spiritual wellness. Their intuition is heightened when caring for others.

🕸️Scorpio inner planets placements is the ultimate placement for those drawn to the darker, transformative side of life. Sun in Scorpio individuals are often fascinated by death, magic, and the unseen world. They thrive on digging deep into life’s mysteries and may have a natural gift for divination or witchcraft.

🕸️With Capricorn Venus love feels like a haunting echo from the past, bound by ancient karma. You’re drawn to the eerie beauty of time-worn places, old cemeteries, or crumbling ruins. Relationships may feel fated, almost as if you’ve been tied to your lover through lifetimes of karmic debt. There’s a cold, gothic romance in your heart, where love and death are intertwined.

🕸️ Saturn in Aquarius can be a sign of the occult scientist—someone who wants to apply a structured, rational approach to magical or esoteric studies. These individuals might be drawn to astrology, tarot, or numerology, using logic and systems to uncover deeper truths about the universe.

🕸️With Pluto Square Ascendant you radiate a dark, haunting energy that others find unsettling. There’s an aura of death and rebirth around you, as if you’re always walking with ghosts. People sense something powerful and dangerous lurking beneath the surface. It’s as though you’ve been touched by the underworld, and those around you feel compelled—yet afraid—to dive into your depths.

🕸️Neptune sextile Pluto aspect pulls you into the depths of the collective unconscious, where the boundaries between life and death dissolve. Neptune’s ethereal influence combines with Pluto’s underworldly energy, making you a natural channel for spirits or ancestral energies. The occult comes to you not as a study, but as a calling from the depths of the unknown. Here, magic isn’t a practice—it’s a descent into a labyrinth of shadows, where the answers you seek may come from voices long forgotten.

🕸️Moon sextile Pluto is a restless spirit, constantly seeking the unknown. Strange dreams haunt your sleep, filled with symbols and omens. There’s a wildness to your emotional world—Uranus shakes things loose, making room for paranormal experiences and unpredictable psychic flashes. It’s as if your soul is tuned to the frequency of the strange and the uncanny, always ready to hear the whispers from beyond.

🕸️With Venus trine Neptune love becomes a ghostly whisper, something otherworldly and untouchable. Venus trine Neptune connects you to love that feels eternal, as if your heart beats in tune with the spirits of long-lost lovers. You might fall in love with the idea of someone rather than their flesh and blood, forever chasing shadows in the mist. There is beauty here, but it’s veiled, as if you’re dancing with phantoms in a moonlit graveyard.

🕸️ Lilith in the 4th house brings forth ancestral shadows and hidden traumas, making you deeply aware of family secrets and the haunting legacy of those who came before. There’s a sense that your roots are tangled in dark magic, and the walls of your home may hold the spirits of your lineage, forever seeking to communicate their untold stories.

🕸️ With Lilith in the 7th house, relationships become a cauldron of dark magic and transformative energy. Here, individuals may attract partners who challenge them to confront their shadow selves, revealing deep truths and hidden desires. This dynamic often feels like a mystical dance between power and vulnerability.

That’s it for part two. Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Much love🥀 -mercurianchild

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Hey, I wanted to ask, do you have any tips for numbers and their meanings, For example: what does the number 5 represent?

Writing Notes: Symbolism of Numbers

In symbolism, numbers are not merely the expressions of quantities, but idea-forces, each with a particular character of its own.

The actual digits are, as it were, only the outer garments.

All numbers are derived from the number one (which is equivalent to the mystic, nonmanifest point of no magnitude).

The farther a number is from unity, the more deeply it is involved in matter, in the involutive process, in the“world.”

The first 10 numbers in the Greek system (or twelve in the oriental tradition) pertain to the spirit: they are entities, archetypes and symbols.

The rest are the product of combinations of these basic numbers.

Below are the most generally accepted symbolic meanings of each number.

ZERO

Non-being, mysteriously connected with unity as its opposite and its reflection; it is symbolic of the latent and potential and is the “Orphic Egg.”

From the viewpoint of man in existence, it symbolizes death as the state in which the life-forces are transformed.

Because of its circular form, it signifies eternity.

ONE

Symbolic of being and of the revelation to men of the spiritual essence.

The active principle which, broken into fragments, gives rise to multiplicity, and is to be equated with the mystic Centre, the Irradiating Point and the Supreme Power.

Stands for spiritual unity—the common basis among all beings.

Guénon draws a distinction between unity and one, after the Islamic mystic thinkers: unity differs from one in that it is absolute and complete in itself, admitting neither two nor dualism.

Hence, unity is the symbol of divinity.

Is also equated with light.

TWO

Stands for echo, reflection, conflict and counterpoise or contraposition; or the momentary stillness of forces in equilibrium; it also corresponds to the passage of time—the line which goes from behind forward; it is expressed geometrically by two points, two lines or an angle.

It is also symbolic of the first nucleus of matter, of nature in opposition to the creator, of the moon as opposed to the sun.

In all esoteric thought, two is regarded as ominous: it connotes shadow and the bisexuality of all things, or dualism (represented by the basic myth of the Gemini) in the sense of the connecting-link between the immortal and the mortal, or of the unvarying and the varying.

Within the mystic symbolism of landscape in megalithic culture, two is associated with the mandorla-shaped mountain, the focal point of symbolic Inversion, forming the crucible of life and comprising the two opposite poles of good and evil, life and death.

THREE

Symbolizes spiritual synthesis, and is the formula for the creation of each of the worlds.

Represents the solution of the conflict posed by dualism.

Forms a half-circle comprising: birth, zenith and descent.

Geometrically it is expressed by three points and by the triangle.

The harmonic product of the action of unity upon duality.

The number concerned with basic principles, and expresses sufficiency, or the growth of unity within itself.

Associated with the concepts of heaven and the Trinity.

FOUR

Symbolic of the earth, of terrestrial space, of the human situation, of the external, natural limits of the “minimum” awareness of totality, and, finally, of rational organization.

Equated with the square and the cube, and the cross representing the four seasons and the points of the compass.

A great many material and spiritual forms are modelled after the quaternary.

The number associated with tangible achievement and with the Elements.

In mystic thought, it represents the tetramorphs.

FIVE

Symbolic of Man, health and love, and of the quintessence acting upon matter.

Comprises the four limbs of the body plus the head which controls them, and likewise the four fingers plus the thumb and the four cardinal points together with the centre.

The hieros gamos is signified by the number five, since it represents the union of the principle of heaven (three) with that of the Magna Mater (two).

Geometrically, it is the pentagram, or the five-pointed star.

Corresponds to pentagonal symmetry, a common characteristic of organic nature, to the golden section (as noted by the Pythagoreans), and to the five senses representing the five “forms” of matter.

SIX

Symbolic of ambivalence and equilibrium, six comprises the union of the two triangles (of fire and water) and hence signifies the human soul.

The Greeks regarded it as a symbol of the hermaphrodite.

It corresponds to the six Directions of Space (two for each dimension), and to the cessation of movement (since the Creation took six days).

Hence it is associated with trial and effort.

Shown to be related to virginity, and to the scales.

SEVEN

Symbolic of perfect order, a complete period or cycle.

Comprises the union of the ternary and the quaternary, and hence it is endowed with exceptional value.

Corresponds to the seven Directions of Space (that is, the six existential dimensions plus the centre), to the seven-pointed star, to the reconciliation of the square with the triangle by superimposing the latter upon the former (as the sky over the earth) or by inscribing it within.

It is the number forming the basic series of musical notes, of colours and of the planetary spheres, as well as of the gods corresponding to them; and also of the capital sins and their opposing virtues.

Corresponds to the three-dimensional cross.

The symbol of pain.

EIGHT

The octonary, related to two squares or the octagon, is the intermediate form between the square (or the terrestrial order) and the circle (the eternal order) and is, in consequence, a symbol of regeneration.

By virtue of its shape, the numeral is associated with the two interlacing serpents of the caduceus, signifying the balancing out of opposing forces or the equivalence of the spiritual power to the natural.

It also symbolizes—again because of its shape—the eternally spiralling movement of the heavens (shown also by the double sigmoid line—the sign of the infinite).

Because of its implications of regeneration, eight was in the Middle Ages an emblem of the waters of baptism.

Corresponds in mediaeval mystic cosmogony to the fixed stars of the firmament, denoting that the planetary influences have been overcome.

NINE

The triangle of the ternary, and the triplication of the triple.

It is therefore a complete image of the three worlds.

The end-limit of the numerical series before its return to unity.

For the Hebrews, it was the symbol of truth, being characterized by the fact that when multiplied it reproduces itself (in mystic addition).

In medicinal rites, it is the symbolic number par excellence, for it represents triple synthesis, that is, the disposition on each plane of the corporal, the intellectual and the spiritual.

TEN

Symbolic, in decimal systems, of the return to unity.

In the Tetractys (whose triangle of points—four, three, two, one—adds up to ten) it is related to four.

Symbolic also of spiritual achievement, as well as of unity in its function as an even (or ambivalent) number or as the beginning of a new, multiple series.

According to some theories, ten symbolizes the totality of the universe—both metaphysical and material—since it raises all things to unity.

From ancient oriental thought through the Pythagorean school and right up to St. Jerome, it was known as the number of perfection.

ELEVEN

Symbolic of transition, excess and peril and of conflict and martyrdom.

According to Schneider, there is an infernal character about it: since it is in excess of the number of perfection—ten—it therefore stands for incontinence; but at the same time it corresponds, like two, to the mandorla-shaped mountain, to the focal point of symbolic Inversion and antithesis, because it is made up of one plus one (comparable in a way with two).

TWELVE

Symbolic of cosmic order and salvation.

It corresponds to the number of the signs of the Zodiac, and is the basis of all dodecanary groups.

Linked to it are the notions of space and time, and the wheel or circle.

THIRTEEN

Symbolic of death and birth, of beginning afresh.

Hence it has unfavourable implications.

FOURTEEN

Stands for fusion and organization.

And for justice and temperance.

FIFTEEN

Markedly erotic.

Associated with the devil.

OTHER NUMBERS

Tarot

Each of the numbers from sixteen to twenty-two is related to the corresponding card of the Tarot pack; and sometimes the meaning is derived from the fusion of the symbols of the units composing it.

There are two ways in which this fusion may occur: either by mystic addition (for example, 374 = 3 + 7 + 4 = 14 = 1 + 4 = 5) or by succession, in which case the right-hand digit expresses the outcome of a situation denoted by the left-hand number (so 21 expresses the reduction of a conflict—two—to its solution—unity).

These numbers also possess certain meanings drawn from traditional sources and remote from their intrinsic symbolism:

24, for example, is the sacred number in Sankhya philosophy, and

50 is very common in Greek mythology—there were fifty Danaides, fifty Argonauts, fifty sons of Priam and of Aegyptus, for example as a symbol, we would suggest, of that powerful quality of the erotic and human which is so typical of Hellenic myths.

Repetition

The repetition of a given number stresses its quantitative power but detracts from its spiritual dignity.

So, for example, 666 was the number of the Beast because 6 was regarded as inferior to seven.

Contained within a multiple

When several kinds of symbolic meaning are contained within a multiple number, the symbolism of that number is accordingly enriched and strengthened.

Thus, 144 was considered very favourable because its sum was 9 (1 + 4 + 4) and because it comprises multiples of 10 and 4 plus the quaternary itself.

Lastly: Dante, in the Divine Comedy, has frequent recourse to the symbolism of numbers.

Sources: 1 2 3

More: On Symbolism

Hope this helps, would love to read your writing if it does!

[grimoirey]

✨ Tarot Numerology ✨

ONE

The Leader

Numerology Meaning:

The number 1 is about initiation, originality, and stepping out into the world with purpose. As the first step out of infinite potential (zero), 1 stands alone, symbolizing individual identity, willpower, and the courage to create. Historically, 1 is the mark of primal force—the singular essence from which everything flows. In numerology, it’s the energetic core of independence, ambition, and the spark to innovate.

Tarot Perspective:

In the Tarot’s pip cards, the Aces of each suit carry this singular, potent energy. They represent pure forms of the suit’s element—raw potential that holds all possibilities within it, waiting to be expressed. Just as 1 represents an unshaped force, each Ace is a pure idea, whether in action (Wands), emotions (Cups), intellect (Swords), or physicality (Pentacles). These Aces invite us to seize opportunities with confidence and be bold in our pursuits.

TWO

The Diplomat

Numerology Meaning:

The number 2 brings balance, harmony, and relational awareness. It’s about duality—the first reflection, the dance between two forces, and the desire for unity and partnership. Historically, 2 has symbolized the divine feminine, yin energy, and the space of receptivity. It’s a number of gentle strength, peacekeeping, and the intuitive drive to connect.

Tarot Perspective:

In the pip cards, the Twos depict the ways we connect, reflect, and balance in each element. Whether it’s a decision (Swords), a new partnership or harmony in emotions (Cups), steady progress in material pursuits (Pentacles), or a balancing act in action (Wands), the Twos reveal how we respond to relationships and decisions. Like the number 2, these cards emphasize the quiet strength in collaboration and the subtle wisdom of patience and timing.

THREE

The Creator

Numerology Meaning:

The number 3 is a dynamic, expressive force of creativity and expansion. It’s the fusion of the initial two energies (1 and 2) into a creative whole, representing communication, growth, and joyful expression. Historically, 3 is connected to the principles of birth and development, a number that thrives in social and creative environments, promoting joy and fertility.

Tarot Perspective:

The Threes in the pip cards embody this energy of creation and growth. In Wands, it’s the first steps toward actualizing dreams; in Cups, it’s celebration and community; in Swords, it’s the understanding gained through pain or loss; in Pentacles, it’s teamwork and craftsmanship. Each suit shows how 3 encourages us to move beyond ourselves, combining effort with passion to shape something new.

FOUR

The Foundation

Numerology Meaning:

4 represents stability, structure, and reliability. In numerology, it’s associated with the four elements, directions, and seasons—grounding forces that bring order to life. 4 is practical, focused, and foundational, favoring systems, organization, and discipline.

Tarot Perspective:

The Fours in the pip cards manifest as the foundational aspects of each suit. In Wands, it’s the grounding of achievements; in Cups, it’s emotional stability or contemplation; in Swords, it’s rest and mental recovery; in Pentacles, it’s financial stability or holding on to resources. These cards show how 4’s stability brings a solid base to each element, though it sometimes carries a sense of inertia, requiring a conscious effort to move forward.

FIVE

The Adventurer

Numerology Meaning:

5 is the number of freedom, movement, and change. It introduces the unpredictable, challenging us to adapt and expand our horizons. Historically, 5 symbolizes humanity’s sensory experiences and the drive to explore. It thrives on energy, pushing limits, and living in a space of constant discovery and sometimes disruption.

Tarot Perspective:

The Fives in the pip cards embody this restless and sometimes chaotic energy. They represent conflict (Wands), emotional hardship (Cups), mental challenges (Swords), and financial strain or material lack (Pentacles). Each Five brings tension or discomfort, urging us to confront, question, and adapt. In this way, they reflect 5’s adventurous yet unpredictable spirit, which, while challenging, drives growth and resilience.

SIX

The Nurturer

Numerology Meaning:

6 is harmony, nurturing, and responsibility. It reflects compassion, community, and a balanced home life, often associated with service and love. Historically, 6 has been seen as the number of perfection and balance, promoting healing and relationships.

Tarot Perspective:

The Sixes in the pip cards capture themes of restoration and connection. Wands shows victory and public recognition, Cups delves into nostalgia and shared memories, Swords highlights journeys and transitions, and Pentacles reveals generosity and material support. These cards express 6’s nurturing energy, reminding us to cultivate harmony, support others, and seek peace within and around us.

SEVEN

The Seeker

Numerology Meaning:

7 is introspective, spiritual, and analytical. It represents the quest for deeper understanding and the mysteries of life. Historically revered as a sacred number, 7 embodies wisdom, inner strength, and a desire to understand the hidden truths.

Tarot Perspective:

In the pip cards, the Sevens show moments of introspection and the need to go beyond the surface. The Wands reflect perseverance despite challenges; the Cups present illusions and choices; the Swords show cunning or strategic thinking; the Pentacles emphasize patience and evaluation. Each suit’s Seven prompts us to dig deeper, calling for self-reflection, and urging us to align with our own truth.

EIGHT

The Achiever

Numerology Meaning:

8 is the number of material mastery, strength, and accomplishment. It’s associated with abundance, power, and the balancing of spiritual and material realms. Historically, 8 reflects infinity and the natural cycles of life, emphasizing responsibility and resilience.

Tarot Perspective:

The Eights in the pip cards reveal how each element achieves mastery and balance. In Wands, it’s momentum and fast-moving energy; in Cups, it’s emotional resilience and the courage to leave behind what doesn’t serve; in Swords, it’s mental entrapment that requires strength to overcome; in Pentacles, it’s diligent, focused work. These cards embody 8’s ambitious and disciplined energy, showing how mastery demands persistence and often involves sacrifice.

NINE

The Humanitarian

Numerology Meaning:

9 represents universal love, wisdom, and completion. It carries a sense of fulfillment, reflection, and the giving back of one’s learned insights to others. Historically, 9 has been seen as the number of the elder and the humanitarian, encouraging selflessness and empathy.

Tarot Perspective:

In the pip cards, the Nines reflect both the challenges and fulfillment of completion. Wands depict resilience despite near exhaustion; Cups offer emotional satisfaction and wishes fulfilled; Swords show anxiety and worry; Pentacles celebrate material success and independence. The Nines hold 9’s humanitarian spirit, reminding us to connect deeply with our experiences, learning and growing as we prepare to move forward.

TEN

The Whole

Numerology Meaning:

10 is a number of fulfillment, closure, and the start of a new cycle. It represents both the ending and beginning, incorporating the dynamism of 1 with the boundless nature of 0. Historically, 10 has been the number of the “great wheel,” symbolizing the completion of journeys.

Tarot Perspective:

In the pip cards, the Tens express the culmination of each suit’s journey. The Wands bring the weight of success and responsibility; Cups bring emotional fulfillment within family or community; Swords depict the finality of mental strain; Pentacles reflect the legacy of material wealth and stability. Each card carries the essence of 10 as a cycle that has reached fullness, preparing for a new phase with both the wisdom and challenges of what came before.

[sacrifesse]

┣▇▇▇═─ ANGEL iD PACK 〰️

🪽 ︵︵ REQUESTED BY ANON ᶻ 𝗓

🪽 ︵︵ TAGGiNG @id-pack-archive ᶻ 𝗓

✙ ︵︵ SYSTEM NAMES : the angelic council/system/collective/etc. , the angels , the heavenly system/collective/etc. , the seraph system , the divine system/collective/etc. , the holy system/collective/etc. , the saint system , the saints , the halo system/collective/etc.

✙ ︵︵ NAMES : angel¹ , heavenesse , seraphina¹ , divinette , divinesse , saint¹ , saintesse¹ , saintette , celeste¹ , celestine¹ , dove , dovette , dovesse , aphrodite , delilah , orion , ophelia , evangeline , ganbriel , michael , angela , angelina , raphael , angelo , evangelina , angelica , angelette , angelesse , blanche , blanchette

¹ names that certain alters of the darling stars use

✙ ︵︵ PRONOUNS : angel angels , heaven heavens , divine divines , saint saints , dove doves , holy holys , wing wings , halo halos , pray prays , 🪽 🪽s , 🕊️ 🕊️s , 🪞 🪞s , 👼 👼s , 😇 😇s , ⚖️ ⚖️s

✙ ︵︵ USERNAMES : angelical , heavensent , dovine² , haloprayers , divineprayers , holyprayers , saintl-y

² a combination of the words divine and dove

✙ ︵︵ TiTLES : the angel , the holy one , prn who is holy , the divine one , prn who is divine , prn who has a halo over prns head , prn who passes divine judgement , prn who was sent down from heaven

✙ ︵︵ LABELS : angelic system , angelic alter , angel lesboy , assigned angel at birth , angelic system , angelibian , angelic lesbian

✙ ︵︵ GENDER SYSTEMS : genderangel

✙ ︵︵ GENDERS : angelgender , anglifleuric , angelsbianic , calmgelique , holyutopic , angedien , sadgelique , paradoxicangelic , etherealangelmulviboard , eledeoangelic , angelsoftware , hyperangel , eyesdivine , sadangelic , angelcoric , angelovious , angelhealergender , angelthing , etherwinged , angelenic , angelhealic , seraphaeic , goldcorangelic

[PT: angel id pack. requested by anon. tagging id-pack-archive. system names. names. pronouns. usernames. titles. labels. gender systems. genders. /END PT]

[madlabgames]

Oath of Liberation: A Paladin Subclass for the Revolutionary Vanguard

In the sprawling cities and toil-worn countrysides of the realm, a new fire is kindled. Not of divine light in distant heavens, but in the hearths of the common folk and the sparks of defiance in the eyes of the oppressed. Here, a new kind of paladin arises—a warrior of the people, bound by an oath not to a celestial being or an ancient tradition, but to the promise of a world remade. This is the Oath of Liberation, a sacred vow to stand with the working class, to dismantle the thrones of tyrants, and to forge a new dawn of freedom and solidarity.

Paladins of the Oath of Liberation are the vanguard of revolution, combining the martial prowess and unwavering conviction of their order with the strategic acumen and fervent spirit of a revolutionary leader. They are found on the front lines of picket lines, at the heart of peasant uprisings, and in the clandestine meetings where the seeds of change are sown. Their armor is often practical, adorned with the symbols of their movement—a broken chain, a hammer, or the simple colors of the common people. To the downtrodden, they are beacons of hope; to the oppressors, they are the specter of righteous retribution.

Tenets of Liberation

The tenets of the Oath of Liberation are a radical call to action, a commitment to overthrowing unjust hierarchies and empowering the masses.

* Break the Chains. You are sworn to fight against all forms of bondage, be it the physical chains of slavery, the economic chains of serfdom, or the ideological chains of tyranny.

* Power to the People. True authority comes from the will of the collective, not the decree of a monarch. You must work to dismantle systems of oppression and place power in the hands of the working people.

* Solidarity Forever. Your strength lies in unity. You must stand in solidarity with all who labor and all who are oppressed, for their struggle is your struggle. An injury to one is an injury to all.

* Vanguard's Duty. You are the tip of the spear, the first to charge into the fray and the last to retreat. You must inspire courage, lead with conviction, and be an unwavering example of revolutionary zeal.

Oath Spells

You gain oath spells at the paladin levels listed.

* 3rd Level: Command, Heroism

* 5th Level: Pass without Trace, Shatter

* 9th Level: Beacon of Hope, Haste

* 13th Level: Freedom of Movement, Stoneskin

* 17th Level: Animate Objects, Destructive Wave

Channel Divinity

When you take this oath at 3rd level, you gain the following two Channel Divinity options.

Incite the Masses. As an action, you can use your Channel Divinity to unleash a powerful call to revolution. Each hostile creature within 30 feet of you that can see or hear you must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the creature is frightened of you and up to a number of your allies equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of one) for 1 minute. An affected creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.

Unflinching Resolve. As a bonus action, you can use your Channel Divinity to bolster your allies. For 1 minute, you and any friendly creatures within 10 feet of you have advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.

Aura of Solidarity

Starting at 7th level, you emanate an aura of unwavering unity. When you or a friendly creature within 10 feet of you is subjected to an effect that would cause them to be charmed, frightened, or stunned, they can use their reaction to immediately make a saving throw against the effect.

At 18th level, the range of this aura increases to 30 feet.

Vanguard's Advance

At 15th level, you have become a master of leading the charge and breaking enemy lines. When you use your Divine Smite feature, you can choose to forgo two of the radiant damage dice to grant yourself and a number of allies equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of one) within 30 feet of you the benefits of the Dash action as a bonus action on your next turn.

The People's Champion

At 20th level, you can assume the form of a living embodiment of revolution. As an action, you can undergo a transformation that lasts for 1 minute. You gain the following benefits:

* You have resistance to all damage.

* When you or an ally within 30 feet of you is reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can use your reaction to cause them to drop to 1 hit point instead. You can use this reaction a number of times equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of once).

* Your weapon attacks deal an additional 1d8 force damage. This damage is doubled against constructs and objects.

* As a bonus action on each of your turns, you can issue a rallying cry. Choose one friendly creature within 30 feet of you that can hear you. That creature gains temporary hit points equal to your Paladin level.

Once you use this feature, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

[coven-of-genesis]

Yoga & the Body–Spirit Connection 🧘‍♀️

Yoga is more than stretching.

More than poses.

More than aesthetic wellness.

It is a living ritual — a sacred reunion between your body, breath, and soul.

When practiced with intention, yoga becomes a form of spellwork:

Each pose is a prayer. Each breath is an invocation. Each moment of stillness, a portal to your higher self.

⸻

✧ What Is Yoga, Really?

The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit root “yuj”, meaning “to yoke” or “to unite.”

Yoga is the practice of union:

— between body and mind

— between physical form and spiritual awareness

— between the self and the divine

It originated in ancient India as a path of liberation, combining movement, breath, meditation, and moral discipline.

In the West, yoga is often reduced to exercise. But its roots go far deeper — into the soul.

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🌀 Why Yoga Is a Magical Tool

Yoga strengthens your energetic vessel.

When your body is in alignment, your magic flows freely.

Through yoga, you learn:

• How to feel emotions stored in your muscles

• How to listen to your intuition through physical sensation

• How to stay present even in discomfort

• How to breathe through resistance — in life and in ritual

Yoga reconnects you to the sacred body — not as a burden, but as a bridge.

“Your body is not an obstacle to your magic. It is the altar.”

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Suggested Flows for Magical Alignment:

🌑 New Moon Flow — Intention & Stillness

• Slow yin yoga

• Child’s pose, forward folds, supported savasana

• Focus: Planting seeds in your subconscious

🌕 Full Moon Flow — Release & Power

• Dynamic vinyasa or fire-building movement

• Twists, heart openers, lion’s breath

• Focus: Releasing blocks, embodying your fullness

🧿 Protection Flow — Grounding & Shielding

• Warrior II, mountain pose, tree pose

• Visualize light growing around you as you move

• End with seated breathwork and a protection mantra

⸻

🌬 Breath is the Bridge

The breath is what ties the physical to the spiritual.

Known as prana (life force), your breath directs energy through your chakras and auric field.

Inhale = Receive

Exhale = Release

Even one mindful breath can bring you back into your power.

Try this:

Place one hand on your heart and one on your belly.

Breathe in for 4… Hold for 4… Out for 6.

Let your nervous system soften. Let your spirit speak.

⸻

Journal Prompts After Yoga Practice

• Where am I holding resistance or fear?

• What is my body trying to tell me?

• What emotions came up in my body today?

• How did I feel before and after the practice?

⸻

You do not need to be flexible to be spiritual. You do not need perfect poses to feel divine. Every breath you take in reverence is a spell. Every movement you make with love is sacred.

“In this body, I honor my spirit. In this moment, I come home.”

[astrologydray]

Lot of spirit in the degrees

0° – The Initiation

Raw, potent energy. Something brand new is being born. Unformed potential, with an urgent need to define or direct it.

1° – The Spark

The desire to act, assert, or begin. Bold but not yet refined. High drive, often impulsive or driven by instinct.

2° – The Seeker

Curious, observant, sensitive to surroundings. You’re gathering input before committing to action.

3° – The Connector

Creative, expressive, and versatile. Often linked to communication or social intelligence.

4° – The Builder

Strong foundation energy. This degree wants to construct something solid—physically, emotionally, or spiritually.

5° – The Performer

Bold, expressive, and theatrical. A flair for drama, charm, and attention. Craves recognition.

6° – The Devoted

Deeply loyal and detail-oriented. Wants to serve or improve something. Emotional intelligence starts to deepen here.

7° – The Mystic

Highly intuitive, spiritual, or even psychic. Often linked to dreams, the subconscious, and inner guidance.

8° – The Fighter

A degree of power, intensity, and transformation. Can represent challenge, passion, or confrontation.

9° – The Teacher

Wisdom-sharing energy. Has learned lessons and is ready to guide or advise others.

10° – The Climber

Ambitious and goal-driven. Wants to achieve and is usually determined to rise in status or skill.

11° – The Rebel

Uranian in nature. Innovative, unpredictable, and always seeking freedom. Breaks rules or remakes systems.

12° – The Visionary

Dreamy but strategic. Combines imagination with long-term planning. Often associated with spiritual leadership or foresight.

13° – The Survivor

Resilient and self-made. Often comes with lessons around endurance, control, and personal power.

14° – The Analyst

Sharp mind, observant, strategic. Wants to know how everything works before making a move.

15° – The Core

This is the “heart” degree of each sign. Pure, concentrated energy. Intensifies the traits of the sign it’s in.

16° – The Bridge

Merges opposites. You’re a connector, healer, or negotiator. Good with dualities or in-between spaces.

17° – The Alchemist

Powerful transformer. Can take pain and turn it into purpose. Strong will and emotional intelligence.

18° – The Shadow Worker

Deals with hidden or taboo themes. Drawn to mystery, healing, psychology, or the occult.

19° – The Shifter

This degree is tied to karmic change. It often brings sudden growth, endings, or breakthroughs.

20° – The Architect

Master builder. You want to construct a life or purpose that lasts—legacy energy.

21° – The Lover

Passionate, charming, sensual. This degree is magnetic and often brings strong romantic or artistic energy.

22° – The Wounded Warrior

Known as the “kill or be killed” degree. Themes of survival, power struggles, or deep transformation. Karmic tests may appear here.

23° – The Oracle

Very intuitive and deeply connected to collective wisdom. Often drawn to mysticism, astrology, or ancient knowledge.

24° – The Magnet

Charismatic and influential. Can draw people or resources effortlessly. But must be careful with manipulation or control.

25° – The Elder

Wise beyond your years. Purpose feels mature, fated, or final. This is an old soul degree.

26° – The Strategist

Clever, long-game thinker. Purpose comes through careful moves, timing, and psychological understanding.

27° – The Fate-Twister

One of the most karmic degrees. Brings twists of fate, divine timing, or unfinished soul contracts. Often tied to destiny.

28° – The Intense Flame

Powerful, passionate, and urgent. There’s often a final test of ego, desire, or control before completion.

29° – The Anaretic Degree (The Final Boss)

Crisis + culmination. This degree is a pressure cooker — intense, fated, and meant to bring the soul full circle. You’re mastering the lessons of that sign in this lifetime.

[astra-ravana]

Types Of Witchcraft

Note: These are general/basic explanations of different classes of magick/witchcraft. Practitioners can fall into multiple or none of these categories. Ultimately, only an individual can choose their labels.

Green: Utilizing greenery/plants/herbs/flowers in herbal/nature magick, such as creating blends of different plants or primarily using herbs in spellwork. May keep a garden and take great pride in their workings/connection to the earth and nature.

Hedge/Shamanic: A type of magick that's more oriented towards spirit work, Otherworld and astral travel, dream work, spiritual power and healing. May work with psychedelic/psychotropic/toxic plants and fungi as spiritual tools (ie: flying ointments/teas made from amanita muscaria or datura)

Sea: A type of magick derived from materials/abstract ideas involving the ocean world. Sea magick is worked using various items from as well as one's own connection to the sea and its creatures.

Storm: Magick that is worked by combining one's own energy with the energy of the weather, most commonly storms. Storm witches may have practices such as collecting storm water or snow, "whistling up" or manipulating winds, or performing rituals during severe weather.

Hearth/Kitchen: Magick performed through kitchen craft and/or mundane tasks/crafts around the home or for loved ones. Typically worked daily through food, herbal mixtures, crafting, decorating, and hobbies. May also work with the Fae/elements/nature.

Tea: Those who drink tea, make their own tea mixtures, or enjoy blending herbal remedies and often use reading tea leaves as their form of divination.

Urban: For those who live in or prefer an urban setting/lifestyle. Magick that is worked in densely populated areas and big cities, without some of the seemingly "traditional" aspects of witchcraft.

Tech: Magick that is skillfully worked through technology. A tech witch might cast spells/do divinatory readings on the internet, use magick based apps/programs, or keep a digital grimoire/library.

Elemental: Magick that is worked by honoring/acknowledging all 4/5 elements (Fire, Air, Water, Earth, and/or Spirit). Elementalists may dedicate part of their alter to each element and call upon them during rituals/spells. Conversely, they may choose to focus on only one element changing the designation to either fire, air, water or earth witchcraft.

Fae/Faerie: The magick of those who work and commune with the Fae. Faerie witches may do rituals/spells around the Fae, ask favors of them, have regular communication sessions, and leave them offerings. The Fae are very unpredictable and strong but, with time and respect, they share their magick with special individuals.

Infernal: A system of spirit work/magick that revolves around Infernal spirits/entities, such as demons, djinn, or other spirits of a chaotic alignment. This practice requires a surprising amount of shadow work and dismantling of oppressive religious systems. They may summon demons, perform rituals/spells with them, make deals, or take them up as magickal familiars.

Necromancy: The practice of seeking the assistance of, summoning, communication, and diving through the dead. Practitioners may frequent cemetaries/burial grounds/haunted locations and perform magick and spiritual/divinatory readings there. Often employ the use of pendulums, dowsing rods, talking boards, black mirrors, grave dirt, and bones.

Draconian: Draconian magick is a practice that involves engaging with dragons as powerful forces and allies in spiritual practice. It can include rituals, symbolism, and techniques to connect with dragons, and may be used for empowerment, healing, and spiritual growth.

Chaos: A type of magick utilizing new, non-traditional, and unorthodox methods. It is a highly individualistic practice that draws from many magickal disciplines (eclecticism).

Blood/Sanguine: A very potent class of magick that includes the use of one's own blood or that of another in powerful rituals/spells.

Sigil/Art: The use of sigils, symbols, glyphs, runes, or artwork infused with will and intention. This practice is vast, versatile, and diverse with each practioner producing truly unique results.

Lunar: Lunar magick is the practice of performing rituals during the different phases of the Moon to bring about physical or psychological change. They may honor/worship the Moon, do moonlight rituals, or make moon waters. Conversely, one could work with the Sun in much the same fashion.

Cosmic/Celestial: Magick that incorporates the stars and planets. Astrology is a dominant force in their lives and witchcraft and they consider the placement of celestial bodies before doing a working.

Crystal: Incorporation of crystals/stones in one's magickal practice. May make crystal grids, include them in their spells, use them in energy work, meditation, or for Reiki healing.

Glamour: Glamour magick is an enchantment type that adjusts or changes your outward appearance, or people's perception of your outward appearance and can include the enchanting of jewelry, clothing, and even makeup for magickal purposes.

Shadow: Magick with a focus on the elements of darkness and shadow. May practice umbrakinesis (shadow manipulation), magickal subterfuge and illusion, and feel at peace, and even practice, in pitch black darkness

Are there any you feel I should have included? Please let me know! I'd love to expand this list. :)

[lillified]

im a HUGE huge fan of your work and insane story building, it always blows my mind

sadly i do not have the same advanced brain and never know where to start with story questions but was wondering what you were doing with the original Primes?

that’s a great question!

so there’s a lot of prime lore (and some that is intentionally a secret for now) but i can give you the basic gist:

The 13 original Primes are, as far as history is concerned, the first and most perfect Cybertronian organisms. Modern Cybertronians are not descended from these Primes, but rather parallel related (think of their ancestors as cousins instead of children). In Cybertronian religion and society they serve as the third arm of the Godhand, a spiritual concept that explains divinity as a concept that exists outside of time, asserting itself in the past, present, and future. The Primes are the present.

The original Primes are as follows:

(Note that all primes who died before the Quintesson reign are presented without a gender, as they never described themselves with Quintesson binary language)

VECTOR

The chronological first Prime, though as an entity Vector may exist at all times simultaneously. The least is known about them, as, according to Lore, their physical form atrophied early in history, and their individual parts scattered in space. Several of their parts are held by different entities, with the most notable being the Warp Cores, volatile Spark-like artifacts that facilitate the transfer of matter across time and space.

PRIMA

One-half of the first Twin Spark. Prima was held in high esteem by other Primes for their relative seniority and ambition, as well as their vision for Cybertron’s future. Their side was the victor in the first Great War, and their personal ideas about creation, divinity, society, and hierarchy are baked into the modern Cybertronian system. Despite their importance, they died with little fanfare before the Quintesson takeover. Their spark also served as the base material for the first Matrix of Leadership, and fragments of it exist in every subsequent Matrix.

MEGATRONUS

The second half of the original Twin Spark. Where Prima was bold, charismatic and belligerent, Megatronus was quiet, contemplative and philosophical. Not much is known about their life other than that they were part of one of the first combined pairs, they opposed Prima in the first Great War, and their Spark had the unique “null” property. The “null” spark, also known as the Null Core, seemingly cannot be absorbed or duplicated: any internal contact with the Null Core, even a small fragment of it, will cause the host body to rapidly die. Megatronus utilized this ability with their Null Blaster arm, which fired pieces of their spark to certainly kill any Cybertronian life form it targeted. The current whereabouts of the Null Core and the Null Blaster are unknown, although the energy properties it possessed were studied and replicated in some of the first Cybertronian weapons.

QUINTUS

Quintus was revered for his brilliant scientific mind and incredible ambition. His study into the creation of life and its properties formed the basis for almost all of Cybertron’s early life sciences. Though his ultimate goal to create a living Spark from nothing was never achieved, his advanced study into the functional properties of Cybertronian life was the basis for everything from the first Matrix of Leadership to the eventual wide-scale mechanization of all life on Cybertron. He disappeared from Cybertron during the first war and is now presumed dead, though not without lasting legacy. His perfect scientific creations, the Quintessons, eventually returned to Cybertron and assumed a long tenure as the planet’s overlords, permanently altering both Cybertronian society and the Cybertronians themselves. Now, Quintus’ greatest creation exists only as a system of industry and the caste system which fuels it.

ALCHEMIST

Not much is known about this Prime, even though their Energon research and development formed the basis for all food production on Cybertron, singlehandedly enabling population growth. They died before the Great War in a way historians can only agree was particularly gruesome and facilitated through their own hubris.

AMALGAMOUS

Another Prime with little historical record, other than possessing the first amorphous spark. The amorphous spark provided Amalgamous and their immediate relatives, now the modern day Shapeshifters, an advanced level of control over their physical appearance. This allowed the Shifters to adjust physical forms, easily integrate foreign body parts, and even change their physical appearances completely. Amalgamous also disappeared quite some time before the first Great War, though it is widely speculated that their body and spark were used by Quintus to develop the first “T-cogs,” artificial organs which eventually enabled transformation.

SOLUS

Solus was a brilliant engineer whose life was cut tragically short, and whose death is cited as one of the major inciting incidents for the Great War. They were responsible for most of Cybertron’s early industry and machining, and they notably developed many of the first mechanical prosthetic parts. They were also the other half of one of the first combined pairs, and one of the first Flightformes alongside the infamous Liege Maxima. They died to Megatronus’ Null Blaster, rendering their spark unrecoverable.

NEXUS

Nexus was actually seven organisms living as one, and the only recorded perfect fusion, a ‘Bot whose sparks were so in sync that they were perfectly stable and essentially existed as one spark. They facilitated the combination of Solus and Megatronus, and believed that all combination was sacred and natural. During the first Great War they aligned with Megatronus, and are most notable for being slain by Prima’s painstakingly engineered ultimate combiner team, Computron, though not before fatally wounding it. Both the Nexus Core and the Computron Core are rumored to still exist somewhere, and are said to have an aura that inspires an almost irresistible compulsion to merge with it.

MICRONUS

The first Minicon, a type of Cybertronian with a physically strong stature and an incredibly powerful Spark that can sustain immense amounts of physical strain for long periods of time. Micronus allied with Megatronus during the first Great War, making Minicons one of the many types of Cybertronians that Prima harbored a paranoid disdain for later in his life. Otherwise, their personal life is not very well understood.

LIEGE MAXIMA

Perhaps the most contentious of the Primes, second only to Megatronus themselves. Liege was one of the first Flightformes, and was known to be an artistic savant with talents ranging from painting to poetry. Unfortunately, she is much better known for her incredible manipulation and romantic history. At once the lover of Prima and later Megatronus, Liege Maxima is claimed to have persuaded the two into conflict with eachother, though her personal motives aren’t clear in recorded history. After Megatronus’ defeat, she was able to bargain for her life with Prima, and remained subordinate until eventually aiding the Quintessons in ousting the reigning Primacy. She was eventually killed by Zeta.

ONYX PRIME

Besides Amalgamous, Onyx Prime was the only other original Prime capable of physical transformation into what is colloquially known as a “beastforme.” As implied, a beastforme is a Cybertronian with enhanced physical abilities like superior strength, speed, or even flight, making them a sort of pseudo-Flightforme. Onyx fought on Megatronus’ side during the Great War, leading her people, the Beastformes, to be nearly eradicated, and for Prima to develop an extreme paranoia of them. Now, in the current day, Beastformes are near nonexistent, as their genetic material has been merged and diluted with the modern Cybertronian diaspora. Insecticons are the closest modern analogue, but those are not totally Cybertronian, and are actually a sort of Beastforme/Mechanimal cross (Mechanimals being Cybertronian-like organisms that lack some major trait).

ALPHA TRION

One of two original Primes to survive beyond the reign of the Quintessons, Alpha Trion is best known for being a historian. He is responsible for writing “Lore,” the fundamental historical text that informs everything from Cybertron’s government to its religion. Notably, he fought on Prima’s side during the first Great War. He worked with Zeta to overthrow the Quintessons and restructure Cybertronian society, and now he serves as the archhand to Zeta on the Council of Primes (a council which, perhaps counterintuitively, only consists of two Primes). His list of recorded accolades is long, but he is perhaps most known in war era Cybertron for mentoring Orion Pax.

ZETA PRIME

The youngest of the original Primes, Zeta is most known for taking after Prima as Cybertron’s principle Prime. He took Cybertron back from the Quintessons and restructured its society from the ground up, implementing the caste system into law in accordance with Cybertron’s major religious ideals. Though he and his council of Primes is responsible for anointing new leaders with the Prime title using the Matrices of Leadership (special artifacts constructed with a mix of Prima’s spark fragments and genetic material from other ruling Primes), those Primes are known to come to him for guidance. His Spark is the one to serve as the basis for the Matrix which anointed Optimus Prime, also known as the last Matrix.

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I think there's a real problem of medieval fantasy slop writers trying to combine fantasy stories based in myth and folklore of the early middle ages (what tolkien did) with a setting that is incredibly late-middle ages, with large cities with guilds and catholic church expies. It just makes everything feel contrived if the bureaucracy of the Hanse co-exists with the Nibelung saga. The magic also never makes any sense because of this, with nonsensical references to Kabbalah mysticism, alchemy and the Seal of Solomon in a world of Faeries, Druids and Elves.

Either make a setting that is mythical (early middle ages, folklore and myths, as little allusions to Christianity as possible) or just write a low fantasy story set in the late middle ages where western mysticism is materially true. Your wizards have to make sense. They're either Merlin (has incredible magic powers because his dad is a demon) or they're king solomon (mystics who practice rituals in accordance to traditions based on abrahamic theology and neoplatonism)

You've put it into words better than I could.

Honestly I think "low/high" fantasy are vague... but I think the point about magic you made is very interesting.

There is a difference between "mythical" magic, which is the one that you find the most in fairy tales, epic tales, mythical tales, with characters such as Merlin or the gods themselves indeed being able to just enact their supernatural powers like mythical beings...

...and a more "ritual" magic which is in fact rather close to historical occult, alchemical, religious etc. practices. A supernatural, organized understanding of the world with ritual practices that were aimed to both spiritual enlightenment (THIS IS THE PART THAT MODERN FANTASY OFTEN SKIPS. MAGICAL PRACTICES ARE ALSO SPIRITUAL PRACTICES) and having influence over the material world, or at least trying to understand it. Alchemical experiments, divination, rituals, and yes, much of religious customs...

The first one is roughly what Tolkien approached to, because he was writing in basically a mythical register, a legend for modern times. Gandalf is not a wizard because he studied arcane books, there are hints of that, mentions of arcane orders and such, but he is basically a mythical being like Merlin in an epic tale.

Meanwhile, other fantasy works (I'm mostly thinking of TTRPGs and Videogames here) treat magic as a tool while completely skipping the spiritual and mystical context on which it always appears in human culture.

My advice for those who are writing a "magical system" and want to keep a non-mythical setting is that they don't look so much to Gandalf or D&D but rather real historical esoteric, religious and occult orders, see how they and their beliefs were organized, the role they played in society, and more importantly how they saw the world.