When it comes to magic, one of the most exciting and creative aspects is the ability to construct your own spells. Creating and casting your own spell allows you to personalize your magical practice and tap into your own unique energy and intention. To start constructing your own spell, it's important to have a clear intention in mind. Think about what you want to manifest or achieve with your spell. This could be anything from attracting love into your life, to promoting healing and well-being, to enhancing your own personal power. Once you have your intention, it's time to gather the necessary materials and ingredients for your spell.

NOCTURNAL WITCHCRAFT: Magick After Dark

"When the essence of the shadows and darkness empowers you, yet you don't feel evil, you are good-dark," writes Konstantinos ( Vampires ; Summoning Spirits ), as he calls believers to the practice of Nocturnal Witchcraft. Konstantinos writes for people primarily within the Wiccan tradition who feel at home with the night and lunar energies. He reiterates throughout this manual, however, that to draw one's strength from the energies of the night is not at all the same as intending to do dark deeds. In fact, this guidebook might be regarded as a fundamental Wiccan primer save for the fact that Konstantinos turns to night-based rituals and primarily, but not exclusively, to the pagan pantheons of Egypt, Greece and Sumeria to harness good human desires to the yoke of such deities as Hypnos (Night Personified), Pasht (Dark Moon), Nanna (Full Moon), Kali (Protection), Persephone (Descent and Rebirth) and Annubis (Underworld and Death). His ceremonial instructions are clearly described, but the book's chief flaw is that readers must recognize themselves as "good-dark." They are imprecisely beckoned with not much more to go on than "Do you dress in black? Favor silver jewelry? Does being surrounded by the shadows, by the essence of the night, appeal to you?" For those readers self-identified with the night—whatever that means—his text may offer just the words they have been waiting for; others will find it as obscure as its subject matter. (Feb.)

Reviewed on: 01/28/2002

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Nocturnal Witch

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Nocturnal Witchcraft: Magick After Dark

The Powers of Night
Nocturnal Energies differ from those of Daylight and Witches have long known how to take advantage of Lunar Powers and the spiritual entities that prefer the darkness for particular magical operations. This innovative book explores special techniques for working with the Night Powers and the subtle effects of dark symbols You will learn to find your Inner Quiet, Read Minds through the Ether, Dream for Change, Create and Use Thought Forms, Alter Reality through simple Spells and Rites, and use the powers of Magnetism and Suggestion. And you will Explore the Mysteries of Death and to Speak with the Dead. The Dark balances the Light. Do not fear it but equally embrace it.

Genres WitchcraftNonfictionOccultWiccaPaganismMagickMagic

240 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2002

About the author

Konstantinos

Konstantinos Rowley, born in 1972, has been a paranormal researcher for over fifteen years, is the author of six books published by Llewellyn and has a bachelors degree in English and technical writing. A recognized expert, he has consulted for and been a guest on various shows and documentaries on MTV, the SciFi Channel, NBC, History, Discovery Channel, and other networks. A former Physics major, Konstantinos been working on explaining the paranormal using modern scientific discoveries, especially in the realm of Quantum Mechanics.

Some of his research has inspired TV, film, and novels, fleshing out scenes in the film “Black Roses” and the novel “Dead Souls.” He has also appeared in the bestselling videogame "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City." He was lead vocalist of the now defunct band, Bell, Book & Candle, which appeared on three Cleopatra Records compilations: Goth Box, 100 Tears: Tribute to the Cure, and Vampire Themes. It is unclear how soon he will be able to devote time to a musical solo project.

Once you have your intention, it's time to gather the necessary materials and ingredients for your spell. This could include herbs, crystals, candles, oils, and any other items that resonate with your intention and energy. Choose items that feel aligned with your goal and that you feel a connection to.

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Nocturnal witchcraft is geared towards people who have a connection to the nighttime energies that are present after everyone goes to sleep. This is in no sense a book on black magic. People can fall into one of four categories and they can change within their lifetime. The first type of people are those who are light good. These are usually people like Jesus or Buddha. Ones who desire to serve humanity with selfless motivation. The second type of people are light evil. These are people who maybe pious on the surface yet cheat in their business dealings. They maybe televangelist who preach the word of good yet use all the charity they collect to buy themselves expensive cars etc. Next is dark evil, these people are just criminals. Last there are those who are dark good and this book is geared towards them. These people tend to be undercover and are usually adepts. They like to wear black and silver and generally gravitate towards the moon. These people are usually active at night. They can be detective or people who work at night.

The book goes through a variety technique that range from doing magic at night, mind reading,skrying, contacting the underworld and casting spells using nocturnal techniques. I myself am not much into scrying but I do like the mental exercises he explains as well as the spell casting.

He warns anyone who seeks to use magic for evil purposes. It is bad karma and you will feel the results. Like many neo pagans who goes on to say that all the Gods are
a reflections of the ultimate source. A deity is like a stream that connects to the source. Our ultimate aim is to reconnect to the source. It takes many lifetimes to perfect our souls but that is what life and magick are all about. We choose what life we will live and what lessons we need to learn before we are even born. We dies but are later reborn until we have perfected our selves in order to be reunited with the source.

Anubis and other deities identified as death are meant to help us when we die. They take out the anxiety and explain to us what is going on. When people die they experience two deaths. First is the death of the body and then a few days later the astral body dies. After the astral body dies the souls can go to two places. One place is the lower realm where troubled souls work out their karma before moving on. Summerland is where the untroubled souls go. Sort of like a paradise.

Overall great book. He discusses the days of power and explains how to celebrate them at night. He also describes how to set up a nocturnal altar. It does not require many tools. The altar is where you rest your tools. First you will need a black handled Athame. black is good because it absorbs all the different colors and energy. When performing at night it is wise to have a black ritual outfit that is used strictly for doing magick at night. The night time magician also need a nocturnal portal for this you use a magick mirror which is glass with one side painted black andd these are available at new age shops. On each side of your nocturnal portal you can place a black taper candle. Silver ones can be used to full moon celebrations. A censer for incense should be placed in front of your portal. Pictures of you God and Goddess can go behind the censer on the right and left side.

Next for your rituals are temporary tools. These are incense sticks (sandalwood,or lavender), a red candle, glass of water and sea salt. The book is loaded with techniques and is simpler then other ritual set up I have encountered. I advise that you read the book and take out what is use full.

Next, it's time to create the actual spell. Begin by finding a quiet and sacred space where you can concentrate and focus your energy. Take a few deep breaths to center yourself and clear your mind. Visualize your intention and imagine it coming to life in your spell. Begin by stating your intention clearly and with conviction. This can be done through spoken words or written affirmations. Use concise and positive language to clearly articulate what you want to manifest. For example: "I attract love and romance into my life." Now, begin to incorporate your chosen materials and ingredients. Light candles, sprinkle herbs, and hold crystals while focusing on your intention. Feel the energy of these items flowing through you and infusing your spell with power and purpose. As you work with your spell, it's important to stay focused and present. Visualize your intention coming true with every action you take. Envision the energy of your spell spreading out into the universe and attracting your desired outcome. Once you feel that your spell is complete, it's important to seal it with gratitude and appreciation. Thank the universe, your chosen deities, or any other higher powers you believe in for aiding you in your magical practice. Express gratitude for the energy and intention you have put into your spell. Lastly, it's important to release your spell into the universe and let go of any attachment to the outcome. Trust that the universe will align to bring about your intention in the best way possible. This is an essential step in the magical process, as holding onto attachment and doubt can block the manifestation of your spell. Remember, creating and casting your own spells is a powerful and personal practice. It allows you to tap into your own unique energy and intention, and to manifest your desires in a way that feels authentic to you. Have fun, be creative, and trust in your own magical abilities. The possibilities are endless!.

Reviews for "Elemental Magic: Constructing Spells with the Power of Nature"

1. Emma - 2 stars - I found "Construct your own spell" to be quite confusing and overwhelming. The instructions were not clear, and I struggled to figure out how to put together a successful spell. The game did not offer any tutorial or guidance, making it frustrating for beginners like myself. I ended up giving up after a few attempts and moved on to a different game that was more beginner-friendly.

2. John - 1 star - This game is a complete disappointment. The concept of constructing your own spell might sound intriguing, but the execution is terrible. The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it incredibly frustrating to perform any actions. The graphics and sound design are outdated and lackluster, adding to the overall disappointment. Save your time and money and find a better game to play.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Construct your own spell," but it fell short of my expectations. The in-game spell editor is poorly designed, making it difficult to create unique and interesting spells. The lack of variety in spell components also limited the possibilities, quickly becoming repetitive and dull. Overall, the game lacked depth and creativity, resulting in a frustrating and unfulfilling experience.

4. Michael - 2.5 stars - "Construct your own spell" had potential, but it failed to deliver an engaging gameplay experience. The mechanics were confusing and poorly explained, leaving me feeling lost and disconnected from the game. Additionally, the lack of a storyline or objective made it difficult to stay motivated to continue playing. While the concept was unique, the execution left much to be desired, and I would not recommend this game to others.

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