A Witchy Corner

(Art by, Karina Kulyk)

another hades game style fanart, this time for hecate, goddess of witchcraft and the crossroads! because her and nyx have a lot of similarities i wanted to play off her design a bit

Don’t

Don’t

Don’t

Do Not

Don’t!

Lilth does not support you. She is Queen of the downtrodden and nonconforming.

Aphrodite does not support you. She is the mother of the trans and intersex.

Hecate does not support you. She has long protected women of all sexes.

Gaia does not support you. She is the Mother of Radical Harmony.

The Gods you claim to worship will only support your basic needs as children of this Earth. The Gods you claim to worship will never support you beyond that. They love you as any parent loves their child, but they do not love you for who you are. You and your entire wretched movement have the blood of innocents on your hands. Only Tricksters and Gods of Evil will ever love you truly.

How dare you twist the words and teachings of the Most Holy of Women. How dare you take their messages of love and harmony and self-acceptance and make them something muddied and evil. How dare you destroy our Mothers’ good names like this.

000 -  The universe is letting you know that new beginnings will help you elevate your vibration and connect with your full potential 

111 - You’re on the right path to abundance, alignment, and creating your dream reality. You’re manifesting things with ease. 

222 - Trust you are on the right path. Stay focused on the things you want in your life rather than what you don’t want. 

333 - The Universe is working with you on making your dreams a reality. Belive in yourself and trust your intuition.

444 - Your being guided and supported through whatever you’re focusing on at the moment. Don’t stop, continue and keep going.

555 - A quantum leap is ahead, Embrace yourself for massive shifts. Be open to new opportunities in all areas of your life. 

666 - You’re distracted and need refocusing on your goals. The Universe is telling you to wake up to your higher self

777 - You’re in the frequency of manifesting your dreams. Good things are coming your way, let it flow your way. 

888 - Financial abundance is on it’s way to you. The Universe is letting you know you’re successful.

1. Treat it like treasure.

“Your deck is a conduit to the goddesses. Always handle it with reverence.”

2. Nurse it to health.

Upon receiving a deck, inspect it for damage. The more battered it is, the more love it needs. Wipe away any dirt. Bend it to fix any curve.

3. Acquaint yourselves.

Overhand-shuffle it face side up, as you tell it your name and your intentions. Watch it respond each time you stop with the card that lands on top.

4. Introduce it to the others.

“Your first deck will always be the alpha of your instruments. Let the new ones know this, so they can pay their respects.” 

5. Offer it to the goddesses.

“Invite the Fates to claim it. To show you glimpses of destiny through it.”

6. Keep it in a drawer.

Let it rest in the dark with the others. Not where it’s exposed to the sun, liquids, dust or cinders.

7. Breathe it in before a reading.

Just as mortals have a soul, decks have a scent. Connect to it.

8. Never riffle-shuffle.

It bends the cards over time, accidentally on purpose. Playing decks can handle this harshness. Divination decks need far more tenderness.

9. Have all your cards upright.

That’s how they’re meant to be. And as you shuffle, let them decide. They will jump out reversed if that’s what they desire.

10. Use it—and use it often.

Some have been spilled on. Some have been torn.

Hekate of the Warm Fires, light our way,

Mistress of the fragrant saffron, who wanders the roadsides in glorious colors

We praise your most holy name in the darkest time of the year

Uplift us, Savior, and fill our hearts with joy

May we not be led down paths of despair and instead be driven further into your loving embrace

She who is most honored by Zeus, whose name and favor repels that which is profane and evil

She who is strong like the oak, and as vibrant as the monkshood

Lady of the splendid headband and golden sandals

Bring joy to us in times of sorrow and fills our paths with your wondrous radiance

Hekate, the Light-Bringer whose Holy Fire fills even the darkest night

Hear our prayers and songs in your honor

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

a bowl

water

salt

lavender oil (optional; be sure it is safe for skin!)

a rag

INTENT: To bring forth positive thoughts and help reduce nightmares.

STEPS:

Gather your water and salt into a bowl; use two drops of lavender oil if using.

Let the tip of your rag soak in the water.

Close your eyes and focus on the water. Charge it with positive energy by holding your hand over it, not touching.

Take your rag and gently dab it from one temple to the other, using 5-7 light dots of the soaked against your forehead while focusing on positive energies.

Lessons from Baba Yaga:

Remember your responsibility as a host and your rights as a guest.

When asking spirits for a favour, be respectful and straightforward in what you need.

When there is work to be done, fear is better left at home.

A little cunning goes a long way.

Uphold your end of a bargain.

Make friends.

If someone is not coddling you, it does not necessarily mean they are a negative influence in your life.

Do not underestimate dangerous or intimidating things, but do not dismiss them as unhelpful, either.