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Guido von List, Armanen Runes, 1902
“The Armanen runes, or Armanen ‘Futharkh’ as Guido von List referred to them, are a row of 18 runes that are closely based in shape (though not necessarily name, let alone interpretation) on the Younger Futhark. They were "revealed to” the Austrian occult mysticist and Germanic revivalist Guido von List in 1902, and subsequently published by him.“
Writers, get yourselves a tarot or oracle deck (or use one you already have). Ask it questions about your writing and your stories. Feeling stuck? Pull some cards! Need to rethink a scene? Ask your deck!
I just started doing this and it has worked wonders for beating writer’s block and helping me keep forward momentum. I hope it can work for you too!
It could also work for visual art!
Magic Old New Year fortune telling - 6 tasty ways to find out your fate
The holiday period from January 7 to 19 is considered special in Ukraine. Ukrainian ancestors believed that during this time the fate could open its secrets and mysteries, so they tried to get answers to the most personal questions. They found out about the future from various folk sayings and divination. The Old New Year is celebrated on January 13. The Old New Year evening, which is also called Generous, was deemed to be one of the best days for fortune telling. What’s interesting, both unmarried girls and young men tried to discover their fate. Ukrainians also closely observed what happened in nature and in the house during the whole holiday day and Old New Year evening.
Some folk sayings have survived to this day. For instance, if there is money in the house during the Old New Year evening - you will live in abundance all year round. This day you should in no case lend your money in order not to take happiness out of your house. Ukrainians observed the Old New Year nig…↴ https://ukrainian-recipes.com/magic-old-new-year-fortune-telling-6-tasty-ways-to-find-out-your-fate.html
Love it when my oracle cards are ominous.
Lol.
Also look at my beautiful solstice candle that my parents got me!! My Catholic dad made himself go into a witchy shop to get it.
Hello I’m Winnie your new follower. Can I please request a free reading regarding how Zeus and Ares feel about me? What’s energies are between us? Thank you in advance I’ll leave feedback!!
Hey there! Sorry it took so long! Here are two readings, one for each deity!
Here’s Zeus’s:
The Ace of Cups and the King of Swords!
The Ace of cups is a card of new beginnings and emotional fulfillment, while the King of Swords cuts through lies and deceptions, and is a pillar of strength in a chaotic mind.
Zeus is offering you a new journey, or a new path; one that will lead you to a place of fulfillment. He will guide you, and give you the strength to stand tall amidst lies and chaos.
This is the reading for Ares:
The Page of Cups and the Magician in reverse!
The Page of cups is telling you that the unconscious or the spiritual is trying to contact you, though you may not know why. The reversed Magician can mean you are being deceived by someone using their powers for their own purposes at the cost of others, and that you are drifting further and further from the truth.
It appears Ares is trying to tell you someone near you is deceiving you, and that he can help you find them. HOWEVER, this could also mean that it is someone pretending to be Ares, and you are unaware. Whatever the meaning, please be careful!!
Hope it was helpful!
Hello! I’d like to request a free reading if that’s okay? I’d like to know if D is my twin flame and what deeper connection we have? Thank you in advance. R :)
Absolutely, I love doing readings!
This is the entire thing! The top part is confirming your twin flame, and the bottom details your connection.
These top two, the Ace of Wands and the reversed King of Wands, are saying that through efforts on both parts, this might be a twin flame relationship- but like all relationships, it will need work. It also sounds like D is a loving person, who cares very deeply for you!
The bottom two, the reversed Four of Wands and the reversed Chariot, are saying that while the feeling is most likely mutual, now is not the time to build on this. A twin flame relationship is possible- and the connection is there! But baby steps, my friend. Baby steps.
What do readings entail?
Typically, tarot, but if asked, I can do runes or oracle cards. I would ask though that we stay away from past life readings- I’m not great at those, and y’all deserve the best- and that askers give me a specific question. I’ll develop an FAQ soon!
I am always open to asks and doing free readings! Do not hesitate to ask!
Hello I’m S. ♋️ Do you do free readings? I was told a fae is around me to protect me for reasons I don’t know. And I was hoping you could tell me why? How he found me? And how he feels about me? Thank you!
I do indeed do free readings! Faeries are my specialty.
Why he is helping you: the Three of Wands
Building a firm foundation- more patience and planning are needed before all pieces are in place.
He wants something from you, most likely. He’s getting all his ducks in a row first.
How he found you: the Two of Wands
Awaiting results from something you have started. Be certain the end result is really what you want.
You are likely working on something he would see completed. I can pull another card, but I would rather talk privately about this one- make sure this is something you really want to know.
How he feels about you: the Nine of Swords
Keep quiet and listen; you will find out something that will help you better your life. A cycle of completion follows a job well done.
This can be read one of two ways: 1) he’s not quite ready to interact with you yet, but he wants to help you with this project. When he is ready, you’ll learn something from him, or 2), he feels no attachment to you. You’re a means to an end.
Try to get a better understanding of his motives. If this endgame of his doesn’t harm you, you might let it play out. He’ll probably move on, or maybe he’ll teach you something anyways for your trouble. But, if his endgame will harm you in any way, you need to get rid of him.
I hope you found this helpful.
Hi, I have a quick question about the fae. Are they known to leave people gifts of shiny things? I haven’t done any work with the fae, but for about a few months now I’ve been finding coins nearly everywhere I go, when I almost never find them normally. Today I was on the train and I looked on the seat next to me, where no one had sat after I sat down, and there was a coin there that definitely wasn’t there when I got on. I’ve also been finding keys and even a ring (which fit me perfectly, too), and it’s at the point where it’s a little too coincidental to ignore. Do you have any insight/thoughts?
Hey anon! Yeah, the fae tend to leave shiny objects around- especially if they like you or want to get your attention. I once found a whole sugar spoon, and that was how I met our garden faerie. I recommend reaching out, and seeing if they want something, and mayhaps leaving an offering. See what happens!
Hello! I’m wondering if I could ask you for some guidance. I’ve been a pagan for over ten years, and once even (briefly) met a satyr. However, I have had an incredibly difficult time tracking down reputable Fae-related resources, or any information at all as to how to begin working with them, what to do/avoid, how to identify them, etc. I don’t know how to discern what resources are useful or accurate, especially since my third eye is more or less sealed shut. I have a particular interest in the Cú Sidhe, but any resources at all you’d be able to recommend on the Fae in general would be incredibly helpful, and I would be eternally grateful for any and all help in my search. Thank you so much for any help, and if there’s something I can offer in exchange, please feel free to let me know! 💕
Well, I’m honored and flattered that you’d ask me for assistance! In my experience and practice, it’s best to find some OLD faerie lore- start there. You know the stuff: “Don’t thank the faeries! Leave them bread with honey and milk! Put a horseshoe over your door! Wooooooo!” It’s the best place to start. Then, if you meet faeries, they’ll generally let you know what’s actually a thing- mostly by laughing their asses off.
I personally have never met a Cú Sidhe, so I don’t actually know much about them aside from the basics: big dogs, often reputed to be ill omens, and often tamed by elves. I’m sure there are other witches out there with more experience there than me. I don’t understand if you mean identifying presence , or fae in general, but I recommend old manuals for the latter along with lots of research, and it will generally help with the former!
Also- my advice and wisdom are free!✨✨
thank you for the pics of your silmarillion deck!! they’re so cute! can i ask how you decided on what messages to put on the oracle cards?
Hey sure! Basically I read that book like seven times and tried to think on their ‘purpose’ in Arda. They were out there for a reason. Some were easy (Manwë, for instance). Some…. I struggled (Melkor). But in the end, they all had lil messages, and they worked.
The next 5, because Tumblr only allows 10 pictures. Aulë, the Vala of Stone and Fire, and master of Smiths; Manwë, king of Arda and Vala of the Winds and Skies; Oromë, Vala of the Hunt; Thuringwethil, Maia of Melkor and herald of Sauron; Melian, queen of Doriath, and mother of Luthien Tinuvél.
The first 5 cards in my oracle deck, taken at 11pm- behold! The Silmarilion! I’ve already lore dropped on another post, so I won’t dump my nerdiness on y’all.
Here are the first 5 Silmarillion oracle cards! They are Ulmo, Vala of water and all that lives within it; Mairon, better known as the troublesome Maia Sauron; Melkor, the rogue Vala of chaos and destruction- better known as Morgoth, the reason we can't have nice things; Nessa, the Vala of Wilds and wife of Tulkas; and Nienna, Vala of Grief and Compassion, who moves all peoples- even those of the enemy.
Each one is handmade, so no links, sadly. There is glitter paint on them though, because mystical fantasy deities need sparkle- even the dark evil ones. They're mostly Valar, with a couple influential Maiar strewn in there. Gandalf will make an appearance at some point!
omg please drop the silmarillion oracle deck bestie…. if there’s a link even better 🥺 i’m so obsessed
Of course! I think I’ll do a couple at a time- there’s a lot, and they’ve all got individual backs!
omg please drop the silmarillion oracle deck bestie…. if there’s a link even better 🥺 i’m so obsessed
Of course! I think I’ll do a couple at a time- there’s a lot, and they’ve all got individual backs!
Deck Interviews and why they are Important!
Hi guys, it’s Mai, and I happen to have a special post today!
Today we will be learning why deck interviews are important- for tarot and oracle cards. You see, every deck is different. Even tarot decks. Even mass produced decks! Each deck has its own individual personality, and I don’t think a lot of people realize this.
Each time I get a new deck of any divination card, I conduct a simple deck interview:
(Thank you @dailygrimoire for your wonderful spread; they also have a great post on bonding with your decks!)
As you interpret the cards, write it down, like you’re writing a paper for work or school. You’ll find it’s easier to understand when it’s not “reversed magician, upright 3 of swords?? What????”
Remember, each deck is different. My Silmarilion Oracle deck is a very pessimistic deck, but it gives you straight facts. My demonic arcana deck (by @crimson-chains and @kaizuart ) is very eager to please, but might try too hard sometimes.
(But seriously go look at the art for the demonic arcana deck it’s gorgeous)
I learned these things about my decks by asking them. You won’t get anywhere with them without making an effort!
I noticed you guys were kinda fascinated with my Silmarilion deck. Maybe some pictures are in order……
Sigils: How-To’s and Where-To’s
(Pt 2)
Hello hello! Today we’re going to talk about the preferred method of sigil making for my dear friend. They have severe ADHD and autism, and struggle with focus- either hyper focused or unable to focus.
They prefer this method for its ease and organic feeling. The method I speak of is:
The Abstract Method!
The Abstract Method is a very artsy way to make a sigil. It’s incredibly easy.
First, you’re going to pick the thing you want your sigil to represent. I’m going with “protection” again.
Next, look at the word. What does it mean to you? FEEL where the lines go, how straight they are or how they curve. Everyone’s will look different, since words mean different things to different people.
Example:
Feel free to use mine (with proper credit of course), but don’t be afraid to make yours look completely different from mine! Feel your way through this method.
True true. I need to put an actual silmaril card in there. Ya know, as the equivalent of the Tower in tarot.
Why are my Silmarilion oracle cards such pessimists? Are they okay? Did the Feanorians find you?
Sigils: How-to’s and Where-to’s
Sigils are little symbols that can channel intent to do spells or help in rituals. I find sigils are very low energy, and good for witches in the broom closet- or however you categorize being a secret witch. Stick these bad boys on the bottom of your shoe, as a doodle in a notebook, on a random sheet of paper, and no one will ever know!
There are several methods for making sigils. I’ll make a post covering each. Today, we’re covering the 1-9 Method! (If there’s an actual name for that pls tell me)
The 1-9 Method!
The 1-9 Method is a method where you assign each letter of the alphabet a number between 1 and 9 to make a sigil.
The first step is to take the alphabet and put it into a chart, with 9 columns, each labeled 1-9, so it’s organized something like this:
Once you get that all finished, pick a word or a phrase; I’m going to use “protection”.
This is where things get a little dicey. Some people say you have to drop all repeat letters. Some say repeats and vowels. I personally view that as garbage; doesn’t mean it isn’t a valid way to make a sigil. I just think that we organized the whole damn alphabet into 9 columns, so we should use the whole damn alphabet! I drop my repeats, so “protection” looks a like this:
Protection = Protecin
After that, we match every letter with its number on the table.
Protecin = 79625395
Now draw a circle. Divide it into 9 pieces, and start with your first number; in my case 7. Find point 7, and move to point 9, then 6, so on and so forth. Here’s how my circle started out versus how it ended:
I tried to include arrows, but it looks a bit confusing……. *sigh*
Hope you all learned something in my post! Have a fabulously magical day! 💜✨✨
Why are my Silmarilion oracle cards such pessimists? Are they okay? Did the Feanorians find you?
Eco Friendly Ingredients part 2~
I’m back, friends!
This time, we’re going to explore the wonderful world of
Crystals and Minerals!
Since everyone likes shiny rocks, and since crystals and minerals are found literally everywhere, I figured this was the next logical step in this undertaking.
When you go out looking for crystals at a specialty store, make sure you get ethically sourced, wholesale rocks, or rocks grown in a lab. I know witches on both sides, and I get where each are coming from.
If you get rocks you know are ethically sourced (i.e not through unpaid labor like *blood diamonds*), then good for you. Sometimes, witches are broke, and can’t drop a crap ton of money on rocks. That’s where lab grown rocks come in. 1000% cheaper, same rocks (arguably). Regardless, know where your rocks are coming from.
It might be helpful to have a little guidebook on rocks to help you identify what you have, especially if you’re going for cheap tumbled rocks like what you find in a gift store. Then you know what you have!
I hope this was helpful, and not some incoherent rambling. If you have any requests for the next installment of the Eco-Friendly Ingredients, please let me know!
Me: “hey cards, how’s my day looking?” 😊
My Oracle Cards:
Me: 🥲
Remember that today you don’t have to be witchy because witchiness is found in whenever you have the motivation!!
Hello! I saw that a while ago you reposted something saying that it was okay for newer witches to ask you questions…I’m not sure if this has anything to do with divination, but I’m also not totally sure who to ask. I recently opened an unused deck of cards and the Ace of Spades, which I always understood to be the most superstitious and powerful card, was missing. I have my own intuitions about what this may mean, but I also wanted to ask a more experienced witch.
Thank you!
BR
Hey! I’m glad you asked. I’m this case, I would go with your gut. The suit of spades in cartomancy generally refers to a roadblock or a difficulty.
More specifically, the Ace of spades means a new insight or realization. So you could have a lack of insight on a problem somewhere in your life. Maybe you’re working at a problem without all the input and angles needed.
Or, on a less magical note, there is always the possibility that you’re just missing a card in your deck. It depends on your gut, and if your instincts say it’s related to a problem, then reevaluate a problem that sticks out to you. (Because there’s only one card to go off of, it’s hard to know the specifics of the problem, which is why it might just be a missing card. I recommend pulling another from the same deck, just to see what it has to say.)
Hopefully that helped! I’m new at answering asks, so I apologize if that wasn’t coherent..
I find that working one at a time is best, if you’re kinda busy, and tbh, runes are pretty easy to learn. Once you get the hang of runes, move on to tarot; it’s like paper runes!
Hope it was
Helpful ✨
So i feel like runes are calling my name and i want to learn about them... but im also still learning tarot and i have a long way to go.
Fellow witches, any advice? Should i study both at the same time or is it best if i learn tarot first and then runes? Whats your experience?
Thanks in advance, blessed be ♥
Oracle Cards!
Who doesn’t love a good Oracle Card reading? Everyone loves tarot, but there’s a lot of stuff to remember! With Oracle Cards.... well there’s still stuff to remember, but it’s much easier if you......
Make them! ✨✨
You will need:
Thick paper or cardstock
Paint (optional: glitter paint!!)
Drawing tools
Scissors
Your fucking imagination!
Cut your cards out of the cardstock in any size you want- they just gotta be uniform- and in any number you like.
Now for the fun part: Draw the image, write a message, a bit of both! Use that big, beautiful imagination! Use it!! They can be part of a theme, random, whatever you want.
Paint it, color it, etc. I used glitter paint because why the fuck not? Once you’re happy, turn the card over, and paint the back. They can be uniform or unique (Unique ones you can have people draw blindly or choose one they’re drawn to).
Let the back dry, and bam! Oracle Cards! That you chose the meanings for!
Here’s a few of mine; they’re based on Tolkien’s Valar:
Create some beautiful cards and do some readings!
Let’s talk about Altars ✨
Altars are the space where a witch practices their craft. It can hold a good deal of things, divided in any way that a witch sees fit. Some divide by directions, some by deities. Some divide by a way known only to them it’s up to you!
Let’s take my altar for instance:
All my witchy ingredients tucked safely underneath
My cauldron; a square clay pot I made in junior year
Lots of offerings on the right side of my altar
Things to represent the faeries I work with on the right
My wand
Decorations for Beltane
A couple specialty items
My altar will look completely different from yours, or even someone who works different from you!
Set your altar up in a way that makes you feel the most comfortable!