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post May 28 2008, 06:13 PM
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Hey, I'm looking to start working more directly with elemental spirits, and I'm trying to figure out some things to start off with... for instance, what elemental is easiest to work with at the beginning, what tools might come in handy, if there's any formulas that anyone has found work particularly well for them that they may be willing to share? Anything that anyone can lend would be very very appreciated, thank you (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wizard.gif)

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post May 29 2008, 05:40 PM
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Thank you:) Well, I will start off by saying that personally I am not a big fan of high ceremonial rituals, I'd prefer to work with this from a more earth-bound, possibly celtic or shamanistic perspective. My objective isn't actually that direct, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hmm.gif) mainly I would just like to see what I can learn from the experience (everquest for knowledge, yknow). I've always felt more connected to the idea of working with the elements as an external force than with deities and such. I'm one who feels more comfortable outside in the middle of the earth's forces than at a temple, and I would just like to learn more about working closer with that.
Sorry for the rambling:P Bit of background there.
Anyway, if there's any help you could give I would appreciate it. Thanks again.

Sidebar: your quote signature made me laugh:P

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post May 29 2008, 07:42 PM
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QUOTE(Thorn @ May 29 2008, 06:40 PM) *
Well, I will start off by saying that personally I am not a big fan of high ceremonial rituals, I'd prefer to work with this from a more earth-bound, possibly celtic or shamanistic perspective.

My objective isn't actually that direct, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hmm.gif) mainly I would just like to see what I can learn from the experience.



Yes, ceremonial magick can be a bit much, can’t it. I know no shamanistic ways and as close to celtic I know is Wecca. So, I will start by suggesting you look at ether some Wiccan rituals for creating an elemental, or simply familiarize yourself with the element until you can find the, for lack of a better word, elemental spirit. The Wiccan approach is nice for two reasons; first it is simple and straightforward, two it allows you keep the elemental around for longer without any extra fuss. The other method while it is straightforward it is not so easy.

I like earth, so I will use that as an example. Using a Wiccan approach you get a much more to the point ritual but a ritual none the less. Rituals can be helpful if you've never worked with an energy/spirit/what have you before, by giving us something to tie our actions to. Most common rites have you establishing a circle, summing the element by virtue of its symbol and a bit of earth, then calling up the associated emotions to further entice it.

There are a number shapes each elemental is supposed to take (Sylphs, Salamander, exc.) but I have only ever had the wispy energy myself. In the first case you need do nothing more than give it a place to stay and a reason to- a small box with its symbol and some earth works well. If you are like me and get only wispy energy then you will need to give it form first. Finish by banishing in your normal way and closing the circle.

The other way will have you handling some clay or soil until you know the feel of its energy and then either looking for the same energy in the ambiance or trying to pull it from the clay/soil. Simple but it can take a bit of time, and some more work is required to shape the energy in to a thought-form.

There are other ways, but these are likely the easiest of the one I know. Hope it is of some help.


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