Mardi Gras, often referred to as "Fat Tuesday," is a festive carnival season celebrated in numerous countries around the world. One of the most prominent elements of Mardi Gras is the concept of witchcraft, which has become synonymous with the festivities. Witchcraft has been associated with Mardi Gras due to its historical roots in ancient pagan rituals and folklore. In many cultures, Mardi Gras marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring, which was traditionally a time for celebrating fertility and warding off evil spirits. During Mardi Gras, witchcraft is often depicted in the form of colorful costumes, masks, and elaborate floats. People dress up as witches, wizards, or other magical beings to symbolize the supernatural and mystical nature of the festival.
I was working those two full-time jobs, taking care of our young daughter, cooking, cleaning, etc. I was such a “good wife”!
As his primary trainer, Circe guides Odysseus into the secrets of shamanism, teaching him how to travel to Hades to interview dead souls and then return. Her island of Aeaea was populated by beautiful handmaidens and tamed animals, including wolves and lions, which were actually humans under her spell.
People dress up as witches, wizards, or other magical beings to symbolize the supernatural and mystical nature of the festival. These costumes are often adorned with vibrant colors and sequins to create an atmosphere of enchantment and celebration. In addition to the visual representation of witchcraft, Mardi Gras also incorporates various rituals and traditions associated with magic and mysticism.
Divine sorceress of darkness
The mage is running around with monk speed (which increases the movement speed cap to 3.2, from 1.5), able to move at lightning speed with Mass Haste and Expeditious Retreat combined. The Sorcerer spells (ie Grease, Darkness, Stinking Cloud, Evards, Hold Monster, Bigbys 6/7) are then used to disable the enemy and lower the enemy’s AC.
The character can hit the enemy 5-7 times / round (flurry and haste) with +16 divine damage and +1d6 sneak attack, flame weapon + GMW + keen can be added to the kama. Taunt can be further used to lower enemy AC by 6 and Blackguard’s bull strength stacks with empowered bull’s strength to get close to hitting the strength cap with 1-2 items which adding to strength. The level 1 True Strike spell can also be used to add +20 AB to all attacks for three flurries.
If the character cannot disable the enemy, there is Haste -> Time Stop / Empowered IGMSx2 (or Horrid Wilting x2 or Max Firebrand x2).
Or just Time Stop and hit away.
Here I use Time Stop + physical attacks. This level 39 character has 7 attacks / round, deals 1-6 +9 str damage +5 slashing +5 positive +5 magical +15 divine +1d4+10 fire damage / hit (51 to 59 damage, or 357 to 413 per round if every attack is successful). The characters AB is around 40 but the time stop reduces the enemy’s AC by removing all the enemy’s Tumble, Dodge (and Dex AC if there is no uncanny dodge), allowing me to land a number of successful hits. The characters incredible speed with both Mass Haste and Expeditious Retreat active, allows him or her to move at lightning speed from target to target during the Time Stop. My character can cast 8 level 9 spells / rest (or up to 8 time stops / rest).
Defenses are good for a sorcerer with amazing saves (+16 with Dark Blessing), divine shield (+16) + Epic Mage Armor + Epic Warding + Evasion + 8 tumble AC + 1 monk AC + any dex/wis AC bonuses. Against spell resistant enemies, it passes maximum standard toolset SR 32 95% of the time, Breaches or Mordenkainen’s Disjunction can be used to lower enemy spell resistance further if needed, although there will be challenges against enemies such as Drow, who have high spell resistance (Character level +11 – so a level 40 drow will have SR 51).
In this screenshot I disable the enemy with Hold Monster (the Dire Bear Summon) and Bigby’s Forceful Hand (the Dragon Fiend) for 1 round/caster level (12 rounds in this screenshot), and hit away with 5 attacks / round (4 APR + 1 APR from Flurry of Blows) with their AC reduced from being disabled.
Sorcerer(30), Blackguard(4), Monk(6), Human
Lawful Evil, PvM 1-40
STR: 16
DEX: 8
CON: 14
WIS: 8
INT: 14
CHA: 15 (30)
Human: (Quick to Master)
01: Monk(1): Power Attack, Toughness,
02: Sorcerer(1)
03: Sorcerer(2): Scribe Scroll
04: Sorcerer(3): CHA+1, (CHA=16)
05: Sorcerer(4)
06: Sorcerer(5): Extend Spell
07: Sorcerer(6)
08: Sorcerer(7): CHA+1, (CHA=17)
09: Sorcerer(8): Empower Spell
10: Sorcerer(9)
11: Sorcerer(10)
12: Monk(2): CHA+1, Weapon Focus: Kama, , (CHA=18)
13: Blackguard(1)
14: Blackguard(2):
15: Blackguard(3): Divine Shield
16: Sorcerer(11): CHA+1, (CHA=19)
17: Sorcerer(12)
18: Blackguard(4): Divine Might
19: Monk(3)
20: Monk(4): CHA+1, (CHA=20)
21: Sorcerer(13): Epic Weapon Focus: Kama
22: Sorcerer(14)
23: Sorcerer(15)
24: Sorcerer(16): CHA+1, Maximize Spell, (CHA=21)
25: Sorcerer(17)
26: Sorcerer(18)
27: Sorcerer(19): Epic Prowess
28: Sorcerer(20): CHA+1, (CHA=22)
29: Sorcerer(21)
30: Sorcerer(22): Epic Spell: Epic Mage Armor
31: Sorcerer(23): Epic Spell: Epic Warding
32: Monk(5): CHA+1, (CHA=23)
33: Sorcerer(24): Great Charisma I, (CHA=24)
34: Sorcerer(25)
35: Sorcerer(26): Great Charisma II, (CHA=25)
36: Sorcerer(27): CHA+1, Great Charisma III, (CHA=27)
37: Sorcerer(28)
38: Sorcerer(29): Great Charisma IV, (CHA=28)
39: Sorcerer(30): Great Charisma V, (CHA=29)
40: Monk(6): CHA+1, , (CHA=30)
Hitpoints: 328
Skillpoints: 233
Saving Throws (Fortitude/Will/Reflex): 34/32/28
Saving Throw bonuses: Spells: +7, Mind Effects: +2
BAB: 23
AB (max, naked): 30 (melee), 23 (ranged)
AC (naked/mundane items only): 18/28
Spell Casting: Sorcerer(9)
Alignment Changes: 0
Concentration 37(39), Discipline 43(46), Hide 5(4), Listen 43(42), Open Lock 1(0), Search 4(6), Spellcraft 34(36), Taunt 21(31), Tumble 40(39)
01: Concentration(4), Discipline(4), Hide(4), Listen(4), Open Lock(1), Search(2), Tumble(4), Save(2),
02: Concentration(1), Spellcraft(2), Save(4),
03: Concentration(1), Search(1), Save(6),
04: Concentration(1), Save(10),
05: Concentration(1), Search(1), Save(12),
06: Concentration(1), Save(16),
07: Concentration(1), Save(20),
08: Concentration(1), Save(24),
09: Concentration(1), Save(28),
10: Concentration(1), Save(32),
11: Save(37),
12: Discipline(11), Hide(1), Listen(11), Tumble(11), Save(10),
13: Discipline(1), Taunt(14),
14: Discipline(1), Taunt(3), Save(1),
15: Discipline(1), Taunt(1), Save(4),
16: Spellcraft(7), Save(2),
17: Save(7),
18: Discipline(3), Taunt(3), Save(6),
19: Discipline(1), Listen(7), Tumble(5),
20: Concentration(3), Discipline(1), Listen(1), Save(2),
21: Spellcraft(7),
22: Spellcraft(5),
23: Spellcraft(5),
24: Spellcraft(1), Save(4),
25: Spellcraft(1), Save(8),
26: Spellcraft(1), Save(12),
27: Spellcraft(1), Save(16),
28: Spellcraft(1), Save(20),
29: Spellcraft(1), Save(24),
30: Spellcraft(1), Save(28),
31: Spellcraft(1), Save(32),
32: Discipline(12), Listen(12), Tumble(15),
33: Concentration(5),
34: Concentration(5),
35: Concentration(5),
36: Concentration(5),
37: Concentration(1), Save(4),
38: Save(9),
39: Save(14),
40: Discipline(8), Listen(8), Tumble(5),
A slightly longer combat video against spell resistant Drow enemies. I get to level 40 in this video.
Dressed in red and silver, she evoked the sounds and imagery of fire engines as they tore through the streets of New York, alarming the heart with the violent gong of catastrophe; all dressed in red and silver, the tearing red and silver cutting a pathway through the flesh. The first time he looked at her he felt: Everything will burn!” ~ Anais Nin
These rituals may include the throwing of charms and talismans, the recitation of spells and incantations, and the burning of herbs or candles to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. Furthermore, Mardi Gras has a long-standing tradition of voodoo, which is a religion that originated in West Africa and later developed in Haiti and New Orleans. Voodoo practitioners, also known as vodouists, believe in the existence of spirits, or lwa, and use various rituals and ceremonies to communicate with them. During Mardi Gras, voodoo-themed parades and performances are common, featuring dancers, drummers, and other performers dressed in traditional voodoo attire. It is important to note that witchcraft and voodoo in the context of Mardi Gras are not meant to be taken literally or as a representation of actual religious practices. Rather, they serve as symbols of the mystical and otherworldly aspects of the carnival season, adding to its festive and vibrant atmosphere. In conclusion, witchcraft has become an integral part of Mardi Gras celebrations, representing the magical and supernatural elements of the carnival season. Through costumes, rituals, and traditions, Mardi Gras embraces the mysticism and enchantment associated with witchcraft, creating a unique and memorable experience for participants and spectators alike..
Reviews for "Witchcraft and Tarot during Mardi Gras: Unlocking the Future"
1. Lisa - 1/5
I was really disappointed by "Mardi Gras Witchcraft". The storyline was extremely confusing and hard to follow. The characters were also quite uninteresting and lacked development. The humor attempted in the film fell flat and just seemed forced. Overall, the movie was a huge letdown and I would not recommend it.
2. Mike - 2/5
"Mardi Gras Witchcraft" had potential, but it failed to deliver. The plot was muddled and the pacing was all over the place. The acting was mediocre, with most of the characters coming off as flat and unconvincing. The special effects were also underwhelming. While the concept of combining Mardi Gras and witchcraft seemed intriguing, the execution missed the mark. I wouldn't necessarily call it a complete disaster, but it definitely fell short of my expectations.