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In the III century BC. e. a smart guy named Euclid collected all the information about contemporary geometry and wrote the famous "Beginnings". At the end of the 17th century, Newton formulated the law of universal gravitation and the beginning of mechanics. In 1869, Mendeleev classified the chemical elements and created the Periodic Table.
Each of these pundits sorted out the achievements of one scientific branch. Of course, their works were later supplemented, and the laws were reformulated. All this you learned in school. Today you will find a topic that is not yet studied at school. We will classify magic. And the source of our research will be works of fantasy.
§ 1: Primary concepts
Reading any work of the fantasy genre, we encounter a world that is in many ways similar to ours, minus the miracles present there. The “realism” of a fictional world usually boils down to the fact that, like ours, the laws of physics, mathematics, chemistry, etc. work in it. Moreover, usually, if the laws of history and social development do not work in the world, this is a mistake, and not a “special intention” of an author who is not well versed in history and sociology. We will call all the mentioned laws Permanent.
But with magic, the situation is completely different: each fairy-tale world has its own magical laws. To talk about them, we need new definitions.
Definition 1: Miracle- a phenomenon that is contrary to permanent laws. If a miracle becomes scientifically explainable, our research is not interested in it.
Definition 2: Magic- a system that allows you to cause the phenomenon of a miracle and repeat it under certain conditions. For example, a person fell from the 16th floor without insurance, but survived. A typical miracle, because it contradicts, if not mechanics, then at least statistics. But it will become magic when the same person can repeat a similar trick five more times. Note that with this definition, the priest, the sorcerer, and the psychic all become magicians.
Definition 3: Mage- a creature that owns magic. In the above example, the suicidal loser will only become a magician if he himself uses magic that allows him to tumble from the 16th floor.
Definition 4: Source of Magic- the power to break permanent laws. Any magic gains the right to temporarily ignore certain laws due to something. The place or substance from which this right originates, let us call it the source.
Definition 5: How to get magic- the sequence of actions performed by the magician, necessary to access the source of magic. Even in magic there is a causal relationship. The answer to the question "what must the magician do in order for a miracle to happen?" - and there is a way to get magic.
Definition 6: Magician's properties- a set of qualities and skills that distinguishes a magician from a no-mage. Far from all universes of fantasy, anyone can become a magician. Sometimes only a few are capable of this. Who exactly - depends on the specific conditions.
§ 2: Classification of known magical systems
Here we have clarified some primary concepts. Now it is time to analyze them in more detail.
Sources of Magic
1. General magical energy. When using this type of sources, any magician draws energy from a general field that is not tied to any object or phenomenon. The whole difficulty lies in the ability to connect to this field, and then hold and direct the energy in the right direction. Otherwise, all magicians have the same abilities and, as a rule, anyone can become a magician after training.
Examples: magical aether, general energy field, "Yarn" of the Forgotten Realms.
2. Internal forces. To achieve his goals, the magician uses the hidden powers of his own body. The difficulty is that the body's resources are not unlimited and require replenishment. In addition, in order to draw large amounts of energy “out of yourself”, you first need to accumulate this energy in yourself. The increase in the volume of internal energy is the self-improvement of the magician.
Examples: psionic energy.
Examples: demons, genies, warm-blooded (for vampires).
4. Borrowed forces of an impersonal nature. In this case, as in the previous one, there is also a search for external sources, but of a more general order. In many ways, this source is similar to the first. The main skills are connecting to the source and holding energy. The difference is that the source may not be available to everyone.
Examples: elemental magic, the World of the Dead, natural landscapes, the Source in the "Wheel of Time".
5. Special items. In the variant of such a system, the magician does not have direct access to energy, but works only with its carrier, on whose power everything depends. Carriers have a lot of shortcomings - they are usually limited in range and methods of influence, they are quickly consumed, sometimes they even have their own will and mind.
Examples: magic staves, magic rings.
6. Special places. There are worlds in which only specially specified locations have special power. The ability to extract and use this power is the key skill of a magician in such a world. Finding the right place is not the last skill in the mage's arsenal.
Examples: sacred groves of druids, graves of ancient heroes, fields of magical battles, anomalous zones.
7. Faith. Sometimes it is faith that allows you to deviate from permanent laws. Moreover, both faith in yourself and the faith of other people in you. Wizards use both. The art of convincing other people to believe in you or in the reality of imaginary events will be key to the magician of this system.
Examples: the revival of fantasies and nightmares, the exorcism of demons by priests, the nature of divine powers in the Forgotten Realms.
Ways to get magic
1. Ritual. With this method, the magician simply performs a sequence of certain actions, without thinking about the reasons and without imagining what is happening at the level of physics. All he sees is the end result. Here the clarity of action and the complexity of the ritual are decisive.
Example: ritual dances, church rituals; magic in Harry Potter, the spell of the red priestess in the Game of Thrones.
2. Scientific. The method is based on the theory of magic. Efficiency depends on the depth of knowledge and freedom of thought of the magician. The theory of magic itself can be profoundly anti-scientific, even from the point of view of formal logic. The scientific method is only the name, not the content!
Example: magic in Krynn ("Saga of the Spear"), in the universe of "The Witcher", Sprague de Camp "Certified Wizard".
3. Instinctive. This use of magic implies a closer contact with energy. The magician himself may not have an idea about the theory or rituals, but at the same time he works directly with magical material at the level of instincts, shaping and directing it as he needs.
Example: Robert Jordan "The Wheel of Time", Roger Zelazny "The Chronicles of Amber", "Possessed by Magic", "Avatar: The Last Airbender", "Doctor Strange", Suzanne Clarke "Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell".
Robert Howard, Steve Perry. "Conan and the Four Elements"
He muttered an arcane spell composed of dark formulas of Evil. The wizard's body shook under the onslaught of forces penetrating him. In a hoarse, low voice, he said:
Come out, come out, child of the Gray Countries! Come out, oh come out, you creature of hell! Come out, come out, for I command you!
Then he added the Seven Words of Parchment. It took him great pains to pronounce each of the Seven Words. Any negligence could mean immediate death: one mispronounced word - and the demon could escape from the pentagram that bound him, which was inscribed on stone slabs.
From the bowels of the mountain rose a terrible cry, as if someone was immersing some creature that did not belong to this world into molten lead.
Smoke swirled in the center of the pentagram. Flowing from one point in space, it spread into disgustingly stinking dark red clouds mixed with a bright yellow mist, and gaping wounds seemed to open in the calm air. Hellish flashes of light blinded the eyes; then came the smell of sulfur. Suddenly inside geometric figure turned out to be a demon. Black slime streamed down his body; each of his pores exuded a stench. In height, he was one and a half human height. His skin was the color of fresh blood. Naked and hairless, he stood in a magical pattern on the floor. Only a blind man would not have seen his terrible masculinity.
Who dared? screeched the demon. He rushed over to Sovarthus to grab the jet-black-haired, wedge-bearded man who was smiling at him by the throat. The force wall enclosing the pentagram pushed the demon away. Giant muscles bulged in the monster's arms as it struck the invisible barrier with its fists. He screamed. All the fury of the underworld sounded in this cry. The demon bared its long white fangs...
Mage Properties
1. Innate gift. This case is the antithesis to the statement "magicians are not born." Either the gift is there or it isn't. And there's nothing you can do about it. Of course, the very presence of a gift does not mean the ability to use it. But if it is not there, then, alas, even the deepest knowledge in theory will not bring anything.
Example: Immortals from Highlander, Dragons, Roger Zelazny Changeling, Magic Possessed.
2. Training. Anyone can become a magician, but only after undergoing special training and obtaining the necessary knowledge. Despite the obvious accessibility of this property, the learning process is usually complex.
Example: magic in Krynn (Saga of the Spear), Doctor Strange
3. Special merits and exceptional circumstances. There are worlds where magic becomes available only to the most outstanding individuals or is bestowed by chance (for example, after a lightning strike in the head). Moreover, it is distributed by higher powers or the will of blind fortune.
Example: Nazgûl, lords of Ravenloft's domains.
Roger Zelazny. "Possessed by Magic"
He felt a shiver in the dragon spot, the air filled with spell threads. He reached out and grabbed a bundle of threads, clenching them into a fist. Wrapping around his arm, he snapped them like a whip right in front of his opponent's face.
As soon as the whip of threads approached, the stranger intercepted him. Drawing his whip, he retaliated in the direction of Paul. The density of spell threads between them became impenetrable thicker than Paul had ever seen. The density of the threads almost completely hid the enemy.
Paul rotated his left hand, trying to roll the threads into a ball. Suddenly, he threw them into the flames and threw the burning ball at the enemy. Turning his right hand with the back side, the man deflected the burning beam. Then he raised his hands and shook his hands.
The light in the room flickered. The air teemed with spell threads. Like awakened snakes, they writhed and sparkled in different colors. They became thicker, and now an ominous veil completely hid the enemy.
Draconic Pulse birthmark merged into a single current, embraced the entire right hand and caused numbness. Paul directed all his energy to the spot, concentrating his will on the search for a clear, distinct image of the enemy. Immediately, the silhouette of the enemy flashed with multi-colored lights and sparkled like a rainbow in the rain. The room is gone. Paul noticed that his body was also luminescent.
Two people found themselves face to face, separated by a small world filled with movement and play of light.
Scope of application
1. Impact on environment. Moving objects by force of will, throwing harmful destructive spells, turning one object into another - this is an incomplete list of such influences. The steeper the magician, the more serious the "impact" caused. Particularly cynical magicians even build their own magical castles in this way. In my opinion, a very rude and unaesthetic way of showing power. There would be no slaves or hired workers to use!
Examples: telekinesis, combat spells (chanting: "Fireball, fireball, fireball!").
Avada Kedavra!
2. Impact on consciousness. A very elegant way to eliminate competitors. Let them deal with what is going on in their head now.
Examples: illusions, suggestion, self-hypnosis.
3. Impact on the body. Using the hidden forces of the body. Not as powerful and impressive as working with the environment, but quite self-sufficient. In addition to your body and a source of energy, nothing is required. And when they are one and the same substance, it's generally wonderful.
Examples: werewolves, self-healing, levitation.
4. Movement in space and time. The dream of our childhood: once - and already at school, at home, at sea - emphasize the necessary. And even better - to fly to yesterday, correct the mistake in the control ... I pay special attention to foresight and prophecy. If the predictor received this knowledge by moving part of the consciousness into the future, then this is the very sphere of magic. And if he is a meteorologist, then there is no smell of magic here.
Examples: teleportation, creating objects from the void, summoning extraplanar creatures, time travel.
Andrzej Sapkowski. "Lady of the Lake"
Blinding lightning pierced the floor, shards of terracotta and sharp pieces of mosaic whistled through the air. The second lightning hit the column behind which the witcher took cover. The column broke into three parts. Half of the arch fell off the vault and crashed to the floor with a deafening roar. Geralt, pressing his stomach to the floor, covered his head with his hands, realizing how ephemeral such protection from the pounds falling on him. He braced himself for the worst, but it wasn't all that bad. He jumped up, managed to see the gleam of a magic shield above him and realized that Yennefer's magic had saved him.
Vilgefortz turned to the sorceress, smashed the column behind which she had taken refuge into dust. He shouted furiously, stitched through a cloud of smoke and dust with fiery threads. Yennefer managed to jump back, answered, launching her own lightning at the sorcerer, which, however, Vilgefortz reflected without any effort and almost effortlessly. He responded with a blow that sent Yennefer to the floor.
Geralt rushed at the sorcerer, brushing the plaster off his face. Vilgefortz glared at him and held out his hand, which hissed into flames. The witcher automatically shielded himself with his sword. O wonder! A rune-covered dwarven blade protected him, slicing the fiery streak in half.
Ho! Excellent, witcher! What do you say to that?
The witcher said nothing, but flew off as if he had been hit by a battering ram, fell to the floor and drove, stopping only at the base of the column. The column split and fell apart into small pieces, again taking with it part of the dome. This time, Yennefer failed to shield him with a magical shield. A huge piece that fell off the arch hit him in the side, knocked him off his feet. The pain momentarily paralyzed him.
Yennefer, chanting incantations, hurled lightning after lightning at Vilgefortz. None of them reached the goal, all were powerlessly reflected from the magical sphere protecting the sorcerer. Vilgefortz suddenly extended his arms, spreading them quickly. Yennefer screamed in pain and rose into the air. Vilgefortz folded his hands as if wringing out a wet rag. The sorceress howled piercingly. And it started spinning...
§ 3: Classification of selected magical worlds
One of the problems with fantasy writers is that they are stubbornly unwilling to reveal the secrets of their magical systems. Or they don't know themselves. So it turns out that there is magic in the world, and why and how it works - one can only guess. We will determine by secondary signs. In addition, in most known worlds, several magical systems coexist at once. Some appear there as a tribute to tradition, others are borrowed, and still others appear to the author as some kind of innovation, which is far from always the case. To paraphrase a classic of the genre, it's not enough to paint a fireball green to create new magic.
Of course, it is most convenient to classify the worlds for which there are game manuals. And even better, if a magical system was first created, and then the world was already made “under it”. In this case, the authors ask in advance what magic is and how the characters get it. But we will not be limited to such worlds, as the most talented science fiction writers talk in detail about the magic of their fantasy universes.
Let's try to apply our classification of magical systems in practice and consider the magic of individual fantasy worlds, those that have been worked out most deeply.
Forgotten Realms
In the world of Faerun, magic evolved and reworked along with the system role rules. At first it was AD&D, and now it is D&D 3.5 edition (d20 system). The basis and source of magic in the Realms is the Weave, an all-pervading substance presided over by Mystra, the local goddess of magic. Mystra keeps the Weave in order and keeps foolish people from trying to get their fingers deep into it. In addition to the "Weave", there is also its reflection - the "Shadow Weave", created by the goddess of darkness named Shar. Any mage, and priests in this world are actually mages, use "Weave" for their spells (few use "Shadow Weave" instead). Any creature has access to magic, but nature endows some with special abilities. The full classification of Fairun's magic looks like this.
Sources of Magic- total magical energy ("Weaving" of both types). You can also use magical items and borrow powers from demons, but all this is an indirect use of the same "Weave".
Ways to get magic- ritual or scientific. For priests - the first option, for university magicians - the second.
Mage Properties- learning, inborn gift, special merits/circumstances. They teach here a lot and in different ways, so the choice of schools and directions is rich. Some are lucky with a special natural gift, but there are also entire races of magical creatures - elves, dragons, and so on. For special merits, the gods are celebrated here. I will not say that there are many, but the precedents are known.
Scope of application- all four. With such a variety of training systems, this is not surprising.
Ravenloft
A world that is in many ways similar to Fairun, because it exists and develops in the same game system. With one deduction - no one gets into it just like that. Managers of everything Dark forces Ravenloft is chosen by whom to get into it, how and what to do in it.
Sources of Magic- total magical energy. She is personified by the Dark Powers of Ravenloft. As far as I know, they are not particularly legible, and even the priests of the bright gods can count on the support of their spells.
Ways to get magic- ritual and scientific. Here, magic obeys the same laws as in Fairun, but it is not clear whether this is a natural property of the world or the desire of the Dark Forces.
Mage Properties- special merits/circumstances, training, inborn gift. If the last two properties are the same as in the previous world, then special merit here has a completely different status. Any creature walking the path of Darkness receives new abilities and opportunities from the Forces, in return forfeiting the remnants of humanity. Having gone this way to the end, rarely anyone was happy with the result.
Scope of application- all four.
Amber
The world is known to all fans of the genre from The Chronicles of Amber, written by Roger Zelazny. In it, the children of Oberon and the Unicorn move between worlds, as we do between subway stations. And sometimes even faster. All worlds are reflections of each other and are strung, like beads on a thread, on one Road, at the extreme points of which are Amber and Chaos. Those who have passed initiation can move along this Road.
Sources of Magic- special items, special locations. By "locations" I mean the Labyrinth and Logrus, and by items I mean maps and other artifacts. Although from this point of view, the Labyrinth with Logrus are objects.
How to get magic- instinctive. No rituals, no system - only the will of the magician and the forces available to him.
Mage Attribute- special merits/circumstances. By them is meant the passage of the Labyrinth or Logrus. After that, the magician gains strength.
Scope of application - movement in space. Or, to be more precise, between spaces.
Earthsea
The world of Ursula Le Guin is familiar to us from the adventures of Ged the Falcon, Lord of the Dragons. In this world, the one who knows the true names of things and beings becomes a magician. And even dragons and the most powerful magicians have a true name!
Sources of Magic- borrowed forces of a personal nature. Knowing the true name gives power over both the subject and the being.
How to get magic- scientific. Only by studying the names and thinking through the right combinations can you get the desired result.
Mage Properties- education. The cramming of names and the practice of determining the true name are the main disciplines.
Scope of application - impact on the environment. Any object or creature that has a name is affected by magic.
Ursula Le Guin. "Rule of Names"
Here Mr. Underhill began to slowly blush, as he always did when one of the villagers began to be rude to him. However, something unusual happened next. He suddenly turned all yellow, his hair stood on end, and the next moment the terrible lion let out a deafening roar and rushed, baring his white fangs, down the hillside at Blackbeard.
But Blackbeard was no longer there. A giant tiger, the color of a night sky streaked with lightning bolts, jumped towards the lion...
The lion has disappeared. Near the cave suddenly grew a grove of tall trees, black in the weak light of the winter sun. The tiger froze in the air at the very border of the shadow they cast and turned into a fiery tornado that whipped dry black branches with flames ...
But where the trees had just risen, the hillside suddenly swelled, and streams of silvery water rushed down, threatening to drown the flames. But there was no fire...
In an instant, two hills appeared before the fisherman's wide-open eyes - a green one, familiar to him from childhood, and a new bare brown hill, coming from nowhere, ready to absorb the falling water. All this happened faster than he could blink, but what he saw now, opening his eyes, made him groan and close his eyes even tighter. Where the waterfall had just flowed, the dragon was already soaring. Black wings shielded the entire hill from sunlight, and its open mouth spewed fire and smoke.
Beneath this terrible monster stood Blackbeard, grinning contemptuously.
§ 4: Magic and life
Now let's turn to magic in our reality. There are systems that seem downright magical to the uninitiated. In fact, there may not be anything supernatural in them, and all the “miraculous” results are quite understandable modern science. They are of interest only in terms of placing these phenomena in our classification of magical systems. I want to note right away that we will focus only on the form, and not on the content. But whether this is real magic or only formally falls under this definition is a completely different question!
Psychoanalysis
Source of Magic- internal forces. Moreover, it is always the forces of the patient himself, directed in the right direction for the magician.
How to obtain- scientific. This can be argued because there are special courses preparation.
Mage Properties- learning, natural gift. It requires some innate abilities that are developed through training.
Scope of application- impact on consciousness.
Yoga
Source of Magic- internal forces, general magical energy.
How to obtain- ritual, scientific. Yoga classes are both a philosophy and corresponding physical exercises. Taking philosophy for scientific basis”, and exercises - for rituals, we will bring yoga to the above classification.
Mage Properties- education.
Scope of application- impact on the body.
Final word
So you just read short course dedicated to the structure of magic. Like the works of Euclid, Newton and Mendeleev (with whom we began the article), this course can be supplemented and even revised - in future articles of the World of Fantasy.
The scope of our course is the creation of new magical systems and the classification of well-forgotten old ones. Based on our research, you can classify the systems of magic in other works yourself. For example, the use of the Force in " star wars or magic in Harry Potter.
But remember that magic is an art. And art cannot be boxed in. Also, magic is a lie. So don't trust anyone who tells you he knows real magic. I'm a mage myself, I know!
Not all science has to be the banal and rigidly regulated process that the Technocracy proclaims. Thus affirm the Sons of Ether, and they put into practice just what they profess. The Sons of Ether use everything from the insane wonders of Victorian science to cutting-edge alternative scientific theories. As other technomages explore new worlds, the Sons of Ether take the discarded junk of technology and turn it into creations of their own fantasy. There are no inventions too strange for them, no theories too bizarre - they find a way to modify and use anything. Contradictions? Impossible? Nonsense - there are only doors not yet opened by Science!
Story
The Sons of Ether, whose roots can be traced back to the Middle Ages and who have recently experienced a series of changes, have a very difficult past. The fundamental principles of the Tradition are described in a document called Kitab al-Alasir, the Book of Ether, in which early philosophers put forward the idea of a science based not on observation but on faith. This document, supposedly based on the writings of ancient philosophers and translated using several cryptographic systems, eventually surfaced in 12th-century Spain, where a couple of enterprising mystics, a Hermetic artisan and a Templar, took the teaching seriously. They created the Guild of Natural Philosophers, aimed at the study of metaphysics and mysticism. Together with the most sensible workers of the Renaissance, these guilders rushed to create new creations and inventions. However, if the Order of Reason proclaimed a rational and comprehensible state of the universe, the Guild believed that creation works due to a spark of genius in man, that the universe is limitless as long as it is considered as such.
The Guild of Natural Philosophers has managed to survive, albeit in an implicit form, hiding among various groups of creative pioneers, never truly uniting since the days of its founders. However, the Renaissance was replaced by the age of technology, thanks to which opportunities appeared that mankind could not even dream of before. Those who could see these possibilities, who aspired to something significant instead of denying the prospects, still carried the banner of the Guild until it took shape as a recognized part of the Order of Reason. The spark was literally ignited at the same time as the development of electricity, as these scientists formed a group of Electrodynamic Engineers.
For a good half century, Engineers have propagated the wonders of electricity, the value of experimental observation, and the power of an exploratory spirit. Their methods retreated in the face of the more rational aspirations of the new Technocracy. Wanting to dive into the unknown, left behind in the backyard of wild theories and discredited sciences, the Engineers threatened the technocratic idea of a safe, stable, systematic scientific world. While condemning the methods of the Engineers, the Technocracy imposed sanctions on them, up to and including public condemnation of their beloved theories. The fact that the Technocracy declared the aether a sham was the last straw. The convention took on a new name - the Sons of Ether - and turned to the Traditions for help.
Over the next few decades, the Etherites developed modern theoretical sciences in an alternative way and updated the old ones. From backpack drives to quantum mechanics, from the mathematics of chaos to ethereal ships, they have embodied their commitment to truly inspired science everywhere in numerous original inventions. Their travelers criss-crossed the globe as heroes whose deeds—which were too improbable to be recorded as facts—were seeped into mainstream literature instead. And they continued to dream - and build.
Today, the Sons of Ether occupy a prominent position on the Tradition Council. Though considered by many to be deranged or just out of balance, their devices and inventions sometimes work where other magic can't. And their familiarity with technology gives them an advantage in the fight against the Technocracy. As science penetrates into an infinite number of finer realms, the Sons of Ether have even more novelties to explore. Quantum theory accepts the subjective perception of the universe. The theory of dark matter postulates the existence of an invisible but massive substance surrounding us - the ether. The Sons of Ether have always renewed the old, and this is evident in the vitality of their Tradition.
Organization
Given the restless and chaotic nature of most Etherites, it is not surprising that the Tradition itself is a match for them. Their students are provided by scientific audiences and philosophical discussions. And often after the discovery of the nature of Kitab al-Alasir - after the true Scientist quietly leaves a copy of the book next to the student. The student who is able to break through the barriers of traditional logic and realize his own theories against the properties of the universe can begin an apprenticeship as a true Son of Ether.
Once begun, the development of the student proceeds according to the academic order. Etherites correspond and print magazines and newspapers to promote their theories. A publication in Paradigm, the Etherites' journal of universal science, is the most prestigious of its kind, but other editions and publications may carry weight as well. Those who constantly create useful and interesting theories - especially those who assemble functioning devices from them - deserve recognition. The more developed the student and his theories, the more he deserves praise. As a result, the Sons of Ether receive titles such as Doctor and Master of Science.
Formerly, the High Chamber, which ruled over the entire Tradition, was the Horizon Chapel, located near Paris, but now the Scholars gather in more uncomplicated rooms to discuss the development of the Tradition. As a general rule, the Masters of Science and the Doctors constitute the Supreme House, which serves as part parliamentary and part academic body. However, even though the student may serve as a "rough work force”, every true Scientist remembers that inspiration is a deeply personal approach, and gives importance to the ideas of any Etherite. In theory.
Factions
Etherites tend to cluster in groups - even despite the extreme differences in their theories. Often, several scientific specialists share their knowledge in their areas of work in order to work together on a large project that requires all their knowledge. Etherite factions tend to spring from such associations. Some communities are stable enough to attract new members and remain homogeneous.
Etheronauts (Ethernauts) are the pioneers of space, exploring the limits of the universe and other dimensions in search of new wonders to bring them to Earth. They visit other worlds in their powerful ethereal ships, sabotage the Explorers of the Unknown, and bring back specimens of curiosities. Thanks to their incredible knowledge of Matter, some of these pioneers have developed theories that can protect their ships from the storms that rage between the dimensional walls, and their once derided group could become a powerful tool for exploring the Umbra.
Well organized Utopians (Utopians) want to build a better future on Earth with the help of Science. These Scientists not only distribute effective devices to improve the quality of life, but also effective ideas - expressions of miracles, hope and unity. Their sense of social duty leads them to help others and create unusual theories that are accessible to everyone.
The few remaining Cybernauts (Cybernauts) - wanderers on the Digital Network, seeking to subordinate it to their desires. These Etherites passionately believe that the Net is the next battleground of the Awakened, and that the consciousness of the Sleepers will make their choice there. Of course, most magicians - that is, Scientists - have much more important things to do on Earth these days, so the Cybernauts faction is losing popularity. However, the Web is an ideal place to try out theories in the virtual space, where they are less likely to harm the real world.
Progressors (progressives) wish to modernize the Tradition, from internal politics and structure to the revision of theory and practice. This predominantly female faction claims that the Tradition, in the course of recent years did a poor job of maintaining social development, and that the Etherites' tendency to rely on outdated social constructs and outdated technology was too restrictive for the Tradition as a whole. Most Progressors want to start by renaming the Tradition and introducing a more democratic system of government.
Term Mad Scientist (Madscientist) refers to those Etherites who are clearly inclined to create dangerous devices of dubious purpose. Sad but true - the genius of the Etherites is often combined with some imbalance, or with the desire to perceive the "big picture" in the form in which it does not correspond to the essence of the task. These Etherites gave birth to legends like Doctor Frankenstein, whose worthy efforts were perverted to a disastrous result. They are not so much part of a single faction, but an example of a well-known phenomenon that exists within the Tradition.
And finally Adventurers (adventurers) - Scientists who rely not only on their scientific prowess, but also on physical abilities, quick wits and courage to explore new areas of the world, fight "villains" and perform heroic deeds. While many may scoff at them as simplistic, the four-color heirs of Doc Savage and John Carter certainly have a certain nostalgic appeal to them. Modern Adventurers take a more pragmatic approach, using their astonishing Science to craft fantastical, but often disguised, armor and weapons to carry out their crusade against criminals, hypocrites, and lunatics. Again, they are not so much a real force within the Tradition - there is no "Legion of Super-Heroes" - but a new subspecies of scientists.
Philosophy
If the Technocrats study the universe as a static pattern, explainable with the help of appropriate science, the Sons of Ether reject such an opinion, considering it foolish. The universe is too limitless and its changes are too diverse to be governed by any single formula. Of course, the very fact of observation affects the result, as the Technocracy itself found out in the course of recognizing quantum science. Therefore, discovery and invention are personal processes, guided by the wonder and inspiration of the individual. There is no "impossible" or "dead end" - it's just a path that someone else is not willing to explore. From the "refuted" theories of the past, the Sons of Ether create the wonders of the future.
Flaws
Considering how different their theories are, the fact that the sons of Aether can communicate with each other at all is a miracle in itself. Their concept of science is highly individual by definition, even more so than the magic of other Traditions. Each individual Etherite has his own opinion - in almost everything. As a result, it can be very difficult for two Etherites to find common ground when discussing their practice, especially if both Etherites hold mutually exclusive theories. And both of them, of course, are right - this is confirmed by the fact that the inventions of both work. Since Etherites can hardly achieve inner understanding, it is almost impossible to imagine them becoming intelligible to other Traditions. Any three Etherites discussing a magical question will immediately give out five or seven different - and equally improbable - theories. This individualization makes it very difficult for the Etherites to spread their complex ideas and impressive theories, and makes it even more difficult to adapt these theories to other Traditions.
Theory and practice
According to the Sons of Ether, all magic comes down to Science. Perception determines the universe, and therefore each scientist builds his own model of reality. From here, the individual can put forward theories about how reality works as he understands it, and these theories allow him to create. Through intuitive insight, the scientist creates inventions, endows them with a spark of energy and understands them at a level that no one else can.
The inventions of the Aetherites are, of course, deeply individual. Some are extremely bizarre, others are more practical and based on "real" science, like a phase-energy defense system. The creative inclinations of each individual scientist influence his style. Therefore, some Etherites enjoy large, unwieldy creations born from technology from the 1950s or more. early years, while others create new branches modern technology and create wonderful compact and convenient devices. Some Etherites also experiment with mental powers, physical phenomena, and pseudo-mysticism - especially those of the Adventurer faction.
When an Etherite comes up with a new theory and builds an invention based on it, it's common practice to notify them through community periodicals. Thus, each Etherite will be able to study the theory, determine its personal effectiveness and use or modify it at will. It was in this way that a great many simple inventions were spread among all the Etherites. Where other Traditions might rely on Spells to create repetitive effects, the Etherites have gizmos and formulas that have been circulated, refined, and time-tested.
The use of special materials depends on the individual scientist. Some take predominantly one unique material for their work - broadcast is the most common example - while others are more pragmatic. Scientists are known for using everything from carefully and hand-crafted fibers and parts made from plutonium, silver, biomaterials or even stranger substances, to devices built from outdated technology, repurposed to perform new functions. Say, robots assembled from food processors.
Area of Specialization: Matter
Common Focuses: Computers, ethereal goggles, engineering circuits, hand tools, mathematical constructions, mental disciplines, scientific measuring instruments, special alloys, chronometers
Concepts: astronaut, gadget lover, physician, natural philosopher, social scientist, theoretical engineer, merchant
Quote: The true miracle of the sciences is not their ability to explain the universe, but their ability to ask new questions.
stereotypes
Akashic Brotherhood: Their monks teach useful discipline and mental techniques, but must realize the power of the material sciences.
Heavenly Chorus: Worshiping the divine is very good. But only if it does not obscure personal development.
Cult of Ecstasy: They are great for washing the new invention!
Interpreters of Dreams: Completely incomprehensible.
Euthanatos: How can one be so carried away by death as to live it?
Order of Hermes: Repeatable formulas, but too rigid for true inspiration.
Verbena: Didn't black magic die out in the Dark Ages?
Adepts of Virtuality: They rely too much on fantasy, but they make some useful toys.
Empty: There is no inspiration without a spark of spirit.
1 Doc Savage is the hero of a series of adventure novels and comics from the 1930s. Reissued in the 60s.
2 John Carter - main character"The Martian Cycle" novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Reissued in the 60s.
Essential oils have long been used in witchcraft rites and rituals. Unusual aromas of different herbs and roots were part of the rituals and an integral element of magic. Magical incense, essential oils, candles, and even flowers - anything that emits a scent can serve magic and sorcery.
Is it possible to overestimate the ability to smell and smell? We cannot imagine life without smell. When we have a cold and stuffy nose, food becomes tasteless and the world loses its color.
Smells matter when choosing a pair. In the end, by smell we determine whether to eat this or that food! But have you ever wondered what kind of power, what magical power is hidden behind aromas?
The influence of smells on a person occurs in two, so to speak, planes. Let's consider them separately, conditionally calling them "scientific" and "magic". Let's make a reservation right away that when describing the properties of aromas, we will take into account both of them.
The “scientific” explanation of smells and aromas
The ability to quickly respond to odors, identify them as threatening or attractive, has developed over the course of evolution as a mechanism responsible for safety. Therefore, a person is very susceptible to smells, and this is the secret of their action.
However, aromatics essential oils and incense are very volatile, quickly spread, fall on the nasal mucosa and almost instantly affect the nervous and endocrine system organism. Thus, there is an activation of one or another “scenario”, stimulation of certain functions.
For example, perception is sharpened, relaxation sets in, or, conversely, attention increases. It may begin to fall asleep, or vice versa - a wave of vivacity will come, the tone will increase. It all depends on what flavor you choose and for what purpose. Aromatherapy is based on this principle.
Aromatherapy is the treatment of the body and soul with the help of aromas.
In addition, associations also have power over us. So, the aroma of coffee beans invigorates and clears the mind, not only because it affects nervous system in this way, but also because it is associated with a well-started morning and a promising day with wonderful events.
The magical influence of smells and aromas
The second layer of influence is magical influence. We are talking about those effects that cannot be explained by the science known to us. But it can be explained by magic known to us.
magical properties smells and aromas are somehow connected with the elements to which the aroma belongs, with planetary and zodiacal correspondences. Thus, aromas bring success, promote good luck and prosperity, lure money, attract love. Some of the fragrances also protect against spoilage and the evil eye.
The magic of smells combines the use of essential oils and their mixtures, incense in the form of sticks, cones, resins.
Let's not forget scented candles! A separate story - magical handmade perfumes. Creating a magical perfume requires a lot of training, just a perfect sense of smell and the highest level skill.
For this reason, we will not dwell on this in detail, but only express our highest respect to those who are able to enclose entire stories, fairy tales, landscapes and images of stunning beauty in a perfume bottle.
magical incense
Incense in the form of sticks or cones is used very, very actively in rituals. They are inexpensive, they form a smoke that is pleasant to the eye (especially wonderful creeping incense-cones!), and a set of various kinds of incense can be found in the cherished bedside table of every self-respecting witch.
The only caveat is that the aromas of smoldering incense are somehow smoky, and if you see the word “fresh” in the description of a fragrance, this is certainly not the freshness that is in a living plant or in oil.
Aroma candles
On the contrary, the easiest way to get a gentle warm scent is to light a scented candle.
Choose candles scented with natural oils and plants, or make your own - it's easy.
Do not use scented candles bought in supermarkets or in unverified places for magical purposes, as candles scented with artificial substances will not give the expected result.
Magic resins
The same goes for resins. Some resins, such as frankincense or copal, are classics of ritual magic, they produce good smoke but require careful handling and some skill.
Essential oils and their use in magical rites
Essential oils are fragrant substances, the molecules of which are small enough to quickly evaporate or penetrate into the human body.
There is no oil or fat in them, so they are called oils conditionally. These are concentrated odors and the essence of the life force of the plant, a kind of blood and lymph. In their pure form, they are not used or are used very rarely for local application.
Essential oils are usually added to carrier oils. They are quite easy to use and the range of flavors is simply amazing. Sweet, spicy, oriental, woody, floral - the choice is huge.
The use of essential oils in magic is possible in several ways:
- aroma lamps;
- mixtures with base oil for application to the body or objects;
- without base oil, apply a mono-aroma or a mixture to objects (application to the skin can be dangerous!);
- add to baths, creams, shampoos and other women's things to adjust the image (for example, to increase attractiveness, attract success, etc.)
The magical properties of essential oils are very extensive, and you can find a fragrance for any task.
First of all, we will discuss the nuances of use.
The magical properties of odors and their proper use are very important, but some safety rules must be observed!
Do not leave a burning aroma lamp unattended! Always fill the water tank with enough water. Also, do not leave burning incense, resins and candles unattended.
Never apply undiluted essential oil to the skin! An allergic reaction or even a burn is possible. Always dilute an essential oil in a neutral base oil.
For example, you can use jojoba oil, grape seed oil, almond oil, avocado oil, olive oil. Choose oils with a slightly pronounced aroma.
Don't overdo it: essential oils have a very high concentration of fragrance. A few drops are enough.
Now that we have cleared up the issues of safe use, let's get down to business.
What are the most commonly used essential oils in magic?
love magic
- Vanilla
Awakens sensuality, increases vitality, restores energy. Vanilla also enhances sexual appetite. - Vetiver
A fragrance that attracts love and family well-being. The smell of a prince on a white horse - it combines all the best at once. - Jasmine
A sensual, truly love fragrance. Aphrodisiac. Jasmine immerses in sensual fantasies, enhances charm and attractiveness. - Ylang Ylang
One of the strongest aphrodisiacs. It is especially good for women. Ylang-ylang not only increases attractiveness and enhances beauty, but also helps to keep your head down. Helps to harmonize energy and gain wholeness of spirit. - Musk
An aphrodisiac fragrance that attracts the opposite sex. Moreover, it can be used by both men and women. Musk awakens courage and helps to express oneself. - Neroli
A powerful tool to increase attractiveness and beauty. Neroli helps to gain an irresistible attraction. - Patchouli
Dark and thick patchouli oil has been used since ancient times as an aphrodisiac. Patchouli has an oriental thick aroma and neutralizes negative energies. - Rose
A real fragrance of love, and that says it all. Rose helps to enjoy life, increases attractiveness and eloquence.
spiritual magic
- Anise
Helps to enhance the ability to divination and clairvoyance. Anis is the first assistant to the tarologist and fortune teller. - Orange
Invigorates, improves mood, clarifies thoughts. At the same time, sweet orange gives charm and attractiveness, while bitter orange enhances leadership qualities. - Lemon
Restores energy, tones and invigorates. Disinhibits the psyche. Lemon is the strongest adaptogen. - Pink tree
Ideal for restoring peace of mind. Rosewood relieves stress and quickly brings back to life. - sandalwood
Aroma of spiritual purity, sublime and clear. Sandal is ideal for meditation and astral travel. It protects from evil and banishes negativity.
- Carnation
The strongest invigorating, tonic aroma. Drives away evil spirits, promotes strengthening and healing. Carnation enhances courage and gives courage. - Geranium
The strongest protector and healer of the aura and energy field. Geranium is an excellent stress reliever. - Cardamom
Aroma is a protective amulet, with it you are literally not afraid of any black magic. An energizing, luminous fragrance that enhances mood and energy levels. - Cedar
One of the sacred plants in several cultures, the oldest incense. Cedar purifies and elevates the spirit, protects from evil and brings the favor of the gods. - Lavender
Delicate, feminine scent. Heals the body and soul, improves mood and relieves stress. Lavender relaxes up to the removal of muscle clamps. - Lotus
Sacred plant in ancient cultures. The aroma of purity and spiritual perfection. Lotus promotes healing and helps to establish contact with the subtle world. - Myrtle
Aroma of spiritual purity. It protects from evil and from negativity directed in your direction. Myrtle is one of the strongest healing fragrances. - Sagebrush
Possesses the strongest protective properties. Wormwood banishes evil and negativity of any plan. - Thyme
Promotes the manifestation and development magical abilities. Thyme awakens the true essence, invigorates and excites. - Tea tree
Panacea for a damaged, weakened aura. Tea tree harmonizes and corrects distortions on a subtle plane. It also has strong medicinal properties. - Sage
Clears the mind, protects and purifies. Sage gives you the courage to express your feelings and act actively, without regard to others.
money magic
- Basil
The scent of money. Attracts prosperity and prosperity. Use basil to flavor your wallet and it will always have money in it. - Verbena
Attracts good luck, sharpens the mind and helps to find solutions to problems. Verbena is very conducive to cleansing and expelling negativity. - Cinnamon
Sharp, invigorating aroma. Cinnamon attracts money and financial luck. - Nutmeg
fragrance for money meditations. Nutmeg attracts good luck and awakens inner reserves. - Mint
Soothing fresh scent. Mint cleanses, attracts money and financial luck.
The use of essential oils in magic
Essential oils are widely used in various magical rites and rituals.
Let's group essential oils by purpose. You can apply fragrances singly or in mixtures.
We will look at the mixtures below, but for now let's see which flavors are suitable for what.
To achieve goals
In order to achieve what you want and fulfill your dream, you will need courage and a clear mind. Citrus aromas, cloves, cinnamon, ginger will help you.
To attract love
If you strive for sensual relationships and carnal passion, choose patchouli, neroli, musk. Dreaming of a more romantic relationship? Rose and ylang ylang are just what you need.
For good luck
When choosing an essential oil that brings good luck, you should focus on the Sign of the Zodiac. We will not give intricate tables here - in any magical online store you will find ready-made sets of essential oils, selected according to astronomical correspondences.
For money and wealth
The strongest magnet for money is basil. Cinnamon and vetiver are also good. Lubricate your wallet with these oils and apply these essential oils to items that bring you money - your work tools, cash registers, the doors of your store. Below you will find some recipes for magic money mixtures.
For weight loss
Essential oils that help to lose weight are primarily aromas that suppress appetite. These include mint, cinnamon and cypress. All citrus flavors are also good. They improve mood and help reduce stress.
From spoilage
Sandalwood, palo santo, wormwood, cloves, and cedar are great for negative energies, evil eye and deliberate damage.
Oils for beauty and wrinkles
Love is the best cure for wrinkles! And neroli, rose, jasmine and vanilla will help to find and keep it.
Mixtures of essential oils for various magical rites and rituals can be bought in specialized online stores.
Important! On the Internet, a lot of fraudulent trading sites have recently divorced. Therefore, you should carefully consider the purchase and purchase mixtures only in trusted stores!
Mixtures of essential oils for money and prosperity can be prepared independently at home. There are a lot of different recipes for cooking magical oils on the Internet.
Scott Cunningham, in his book "Recipes for Magical Potions", which is a classic of Wiccan literature, gives the following recipes:
Oil "WEALTH"
- 4 drops of tonka bouquet
- 1 drop vetiver
Used to attract wealth of all kinds. Rub this oil into candles and light them, visualizing wealth.
Oil "FAST MONEY"
- 5 drops patchouli
- 5 drops of cedar
- 4 drops vetiver
- 2 drops ginger
Apply this oil to the body and hands, rub into green candles. For money to come, rub into banknotes to ensure their return.
Oil "SUCCESS IN BUSINESS"
- 3 parts bergamot mint bouquet
- 1 part basil
- 1 part patchouli
- 1 pinch crushed cinnamon
Mix essential oils and add cinnamon to the oil base. Grease your hands, cash registers and office front door for cash flow.
Blends of oils for love and passion
Chinese recipe for a romantic date and indefatigable love: two drops of anise, fennel, rosemary, jasmine and ylang-ylang oils. Use in baths or add in small amounts to massage oil.
To awaken sensuality and in order to refresh passion, mix 1-drops of jasmine and vanilla oils, add 5 drops of lavender and 2 drops of cinnamon oil.
There are a huge number of books and publications on the topic of aromas and smells in magical rites and rituals.
We have already mentioned the "Recipes of Magical Potions" which give a general idea of the laws and rules for working with aromatic substances for the preparation of incense, oils and ointments.
We also recommend the fundamental work of S. Mirgorodskaya S. “Aromology: QUANTUM SATIS”, dedicated to essential oils. And, of course, the book of the famous perfumer Anna Zvorykina, the author of a truly magical perfume “From Carnation to Sandalwood”.
The magic of essential oils is a vast topic worthy of study and practice. Take your first step into Magic world opening up so many possibilities!
The ancient sages sincerely believed that the surrounding aromas with which a person fills his lungs are much more important than what can be seen or heard. The magical properties of essential oils are not fully understood; there are quite a few mysteries left, but we can definitely say that they contain a certain energy that must be used for your own good. Pleasant aromas of oils act unobtrusively, but if there is a person's faith in their power, then you can soon notice how they help in one area or another of life.
Essential oil, which has magical properties, can be used in everyday life. Certain oils harmonize the space in the house, help a person relax, find inner peace. The ways to use such products are quite simple:
- You can add oils to aroma lamps. Daily sessions of aromatherapy, which last 30-60 minutes, will help relieve tension after a working day, relax.
- It is recommended to use aromatic oils for massages, combining them with base oils. So the components of the products will enter directly into the body, launching the internal, hidden resources of a person. Useful material be able to heal and improve general state person.
- Oils can be added to the bath.
- With aromatic additives, you can make sachets, laying them out around the house.
- If you correctly combine esters with cosmetic products, you will be able to strengthen your health and prolong youth.
The magic of essential oils
Aroma oils must be used wisely. Each product is endowed with individual properties and characteristics. Any fragrance has its own purpose, and you should know how to use its magical properties to the maximum benefit for yourself.
The smell of acacia
Properly selected essential oils play a very important role in magic. Acacia oil has been in high esteem since ancient times. It contains a lot of powerful fluids that need to be properly directed.
- The smell of acacia accompanies the process of meditation; it is used to allow a person to concentrate on spiritual sensations, an internal state.
- This product can also be used to make contact with a deceased person. To do this, a small amount of oil is rubbed into white candles.
- This ether has long been associated with internal cleansing and has been used for anointing.
At home, you can prepare a mixture that will attract happiness and well-being. Have to take:
- acacia oil;
- nutmeg ether;
- camellia oil.
The components are mixed in equal amounts and used for a relaxing massage. They must be carefully rubbed into the skin.
Enchanted bergamot
Essential oils for attracting love are widely used and popular among people. A prime example is bergamot oil.
- The product is used in love and household magic.
- It helps to cleanse the house of negativity, damage.
- It becomes the main component of mixtures for cleansing rituals.
- To cleanse the body of the negativity that others may carry, you can take a relaxing bath in the evening by adding 5-7 drops of this ether to sea salt. Continuing the procedure for a month, you can strengthen the nervous system.
- A magical recipe with bergamot oil will come in handy for those who need to ease their state of mind after parting with a loved one. It is necessary to prepare a mixture of 1 tbsp. l. base oil and 3 drops of bergamot ester. The mixture is thoroughly rubbed into the skin. The ritual should be repeated until the state of peace of mind returns again after love experiences.
Vanilla flavor
Aroma oils, in particular vanilla oil, can significantly increase the body's endurance in physical and energy terms.
- This product is often used by those who have problems in love. A pleasant smell increases the level of female sexuality.
- It helps the fair sex to strengthen and reveal the female charms, makes them wiser and, to some extent, more tolerant towards their partner.
- Vanilla oil can be added while taking baths, arrange pleasant aromatherapy sessions that will benefit lovers.
magical ginger
Ginger in household magic is most often used by those who want to get rid of the envy of others, their negative impact. The oil of this product is able to attract material well-being to a person, success in all endeavors, including personal relationships.
- Ginger can even be carried around; it will be enough to put a small spine in your bag or briefcase so that the space around starts working in your favor.
- This oil is considered universal, it can be used by men and women.
- Dried ginger can be used to make small aromatic sachets. They can be spread around the house. If the smell is almost not felt, you should add a few drops of essential oil.
- Such a product also has a very beneficial effect on the development of innate sexuality and sensuality. Partners will be able to open a new page in relationships, thanks to this smell.
Lavender scent
Aroma oils prepared from lavender were used in ancient times for cleansing rituals;
- A magical smell helps a person to completely get rid of the negative influence of others; it cleanses from envy and damage, the evil eye.
- It can also be used to normalize sleep, get rid of nightmares.
- This oil helps a woman to reveal her sexuality, attractiveness. A lightness appears in the whole body, which men simply cannot fail to notice.
- Lavender helps to reveal the inner abilities of a person.
- It is used during meditation. Inhaling the aromas of this oil, many people manage to immerse themselves, see their future, analyze the problems that arise and find their solution.
- In ancient times, it was believed that the fragrance of burnt lavender protects a newborn child and his mother from the negative coming from others and even otherworldly forces.
- To cleanse the house, you can add a few drops of aromatic oil to the lamp, lighting it for 30-60 minutes.
lemon ester
Lemon essential oil is a symbol of Love, Wisdom and Strength, Health and Money. All these riches are real human happiness.
- Using such a product for aromatherapy sessions, massages, baths, wraps, you can significantly increase the level of concentration, fill the body with energy and vivacity, get rid of blues, depression and just a bad mood.
- Lemon ether helps a person to see something positive and pleasant in every little thing.
- It is best to lubricate with essential oil your amulets or talismans, which are constantly nearby. It can be some little thing in your wallet, a figurine at work or a nice souvenir kept at home.
- If you use oil constantly, you can protect yourself from troubles and troubles.
Nutmeg oil
The use of nutmeg aroma oil can protect the house and the person himself from the negative impact of others, from envy, evil eye, damage.
- This product is often used by psychics to expel evil spirits from the house that cause a lot of problems to current residents.
- The essential oil is also often used for meditation. It helps a person to see pictures of the future.
- Many believe that it is nutmeg oil that opens the “third eye”, which sees what is hidden from the human eye.
- Gambling lovers are well aware that such a fragrant additive attracts good luck on their side. To do this, you need to put a few drops of oil on the amulet or wallet, and you can test your fortune.
- With the correct use of this product, you can get the favor of a certain person, his support in all endeavors.
- Also, nutmeg oil helps a person fight his dark sides. It is necessary to regularly conduct aromatherapy sessions with such an additive, apply a few drops to a thing that is constantly nearby. You can even put a cotton pad in the desktop drawer, applying 2-3 drops of ether to it.
mint ether
Essential mint oil can significantly improve the material well-being of a person, make him a favorite of good luck. To make the most of these magical properties, it will be enough to put just a few drops on a wallet, a certain bill.
Peppermint oil is considered an excellent way to relax after a hard, stressful day at work. You need to add a few drops to sea salt or bath foam, pour into water and soak in warm water for 20-30 minutes. energizing and Have a good mood definitely guaranteed. Cleansing will be not only physical, but also emotional. Everything will go away Negative influence surrounding, envy, evil eye.
patchouli scent
The smell of patchouli seems unnecessarily heavy and even unpleasant to many. Since ancient times, they have been preferred by occultists for rituals to attract the opposite sex.
- Indeed, such an oil can have a beneficial effect on the sexual energy and sensuality of partners.
- If you add patchouli oil to warm water and take a bath, you will get rid of the negative energy that gradually accumulates while communicating with others.
- If you add patchouli oil to an aroma lamp, you will be able to cleanse your home not only from negative energy, but also from evil spirits, negative matters that can enter the house.
- Patchouli ester can be applied in small amounts to the wallet; leave a cotton swab with oil in a desktop drawer or even a safe. Such simple manipulations will magically change the space around a person. It will be possible to notice that stress resistance has increased, decisiveness and composure have appeared. Such qualities will help a person to quickly move up the career ladder, significantly increase the level of material income.
- In order for such positive changes to take root in life, it is necessary to constantly update the patchouli ether. The aroma should be light, unobtrusive, but always fresh.
rosemary oil
Many simply do not notice the magic of essential oils, but if you look closely at the changes that can be obtained thanks to such a product, there will be no doubt about their strength.
- Pleasant and light rosemary oil will help develop intuition, allow you to look at what is happening in life from a completely different angle.
- If such a smell is constantly present in the house, a person will feel confident in himself and his actions, he will not doubt his choice.
- Rosemary ether can also be added to aroma lamps, warm baths, or just a small amount applied to the surrounding houses and things at work.
- The smell must be constantly updated so that it does not completely disappear from the space in which the person is located.
Chamomile oil
Many are accustomed to using chamomile to treat various diseases, but fragrant chamomile oil is also useful in everyday life:
- A small amount of the product added to the aroma lamp helps to find peace of mind and inner harmony.
- This oil is often used for meditation, it helps a person to know his inner world, to find solutions to pressing problems. Also, such meditations will calm, teach you to rationally relate to everything that happens around.
Sandalwood ether
Sandalwood fragrance has attracted people for many centuries. In ancient times, it was revered as a sacred product, treated with reverence.
- Most often, sandalwood oil is used by those who meditate a lot. This pleasant smell helps to develop inner spirituality, hidden sexuality. In the process of meditation, it turns out to calm down, to abstract from annoying external factors.
- Oil can be applied to amulets that constantly accompany a person. Fans of Ayurvedic teachings are sure that sandalwood oil can heal many diseases.
- Adding a small amount of the product to the aroma lamp will cleanse the house of negativity and envy. People who will come to visit, smelling sandalwood, will feel a favorable attitude towards them. This will make communication easy, leaving anxiety, doubt, envy, and negative thoughts beyond the threshold.
There is a simple ritual that helps to fulfill cherished desires. On a small sliver of sandalwood, you need to write a wish, then burn it in the house. While the chip will burn, you must definitely think about what should be fulfilled. The power of visualization and the inner faith of a person, backed up by the magical properties of a tree, will speed up the process of fulfilling a desire.
Various aromatic oils sold today in many stores and pharmacies are filled with internal energy and strength, which must be used. Simple magical rituals help to get rid of external negativity, irritation and fatigue. Pleasant aromas that fill the house will harmonize the space around, help a person achieve their goals.
A great topic that helped me remember what was what (well, it was a long time ago for the first time).
But the Calculator is underestimated. That is, as a class, of course, he is not needed, but here are his abilities ... 30 minutes to figure out what's what and it's better not to find a magician. Yes, it will take some time to learn the necessary castes, but a Wizard with a side "Math Skill" dressed in a full set of magical power (I'm not talking about 94 faith) is able to take out the whole card in one move. And if at least one of the party is dressed in a chameleon, then at least someone will not die. It will be necessary to try to pump him another ninja so that the wizard kind in two hands, and see what is better, additional magical damage, or all the same 2 sticks in two hands.
For reference: CT 5 Holy. At the very beginning of the battle, everyone's CT is a multiple of five, and usually it lasts a couple of turns, and then the scatter begins. To your party, if you don't want to die Chameleons (and don't care that even the knights will be flimsy because of this) Demolishes 600 hp per cast at level 25. Plus, you can protect yourself from it by absorption or immunity to holiness. The same amount heals for those in chameleons. And if you take two wizards of women (and ideally also provide them with a Ribbon, just in case), then this is generally evil. PS: And work at least in pairs and the first one will cast faith on everyone at the beginning then the second one can deal up to 999 damage. Apparently, more can not be applied in a turn (=
The Prime Number + Hight skills will also be very useful for battles with difficult terrain, yes, however, almost everywhere, but I almost don’t use the level, although I spent a lot on it.
And the most important point -no need for mana. And this makes it possible to neglect the “short charge” improvement and wear, say, heavy armor. And then the reflex is released, because there is no need to take care of mana, you can safely put an auto potion or, in general, some kind of Hamedo / Grab Blades, because, as we know, both options greatly increase survival. It's just easier to get a hamedo than to swing the military side right up to the samurai.
And the second important point no need for charging. The fact that magicians spend on charging, such as a character spending time pronouncing words (during this time he can be thrown into any type of silence), in the face of Math Skill "a, apparently, is played out by you while you look through all the options for parameters in order to note everything correctly.
List of castes that make sense to study.
holy (cure is not needed due to the same chameleons)
haste stop/dont move (helps if archers are charging or lancers are jumping)
Pray Faith for pairing
Verdict Must Have. It's very easy to learn such a small number of skills that you will learn anyway while you make your way to, say, the Oracle. After him, all the magicians fade into the background (well, except perhaps for the Mediator, because they are pigs).