There is something which, as awkward as it is to address, we feel that we should probably clarify. If nothing else, we are doing so for the sake of posterity, so that if this particular misunderstanding comes up again at some point in the future, we can simply point people towards this post rather than having to explain the same thing repeatedly. As some of you may be aware, some time ago we released a podcast episode in which we dissected the Goetia to some degree. More rece

There are occasions when one of the spirits of the old grimoires seems to step forward again into the attention of the occult community, and at present Bune appears to be enjoying precisely such a moment. This is hardly surprising. Of all the spirits contained within the Goetic catalogue, Bune possesses an unusually practical range of offices, touching upon wealth, eloquence, wisdom, truthful revelation and, rather more strangely, the movement and gathering of the dead. Moder

One of the things that gets mixed up far too often in modern occultism is the idea that fallen angels and demons are basically the same thing. They are not. The usual assumption seems to be that an angel rebels, falls, becomes hostile to the divine order and then somehow turns into a demon. Yet, that is far too simplistic. A fallen angel is still an angel. The fact that it has fallen tells us something about its condition, its allegiance, its rebellion or its relationship to

For those with an interest in practical Necromancy, we wished to share a single incantation taken from a small collection we have recently completed. The formula below belongs to Clavicula Mortuorum Minor, a compact booklet containing a broader series of necromantic incantations, barbarous words, voces magicae, and words of power for use in operations involving the dead. The full booklet includes formulae for calling spirits forth, encouraging clearer manifestation and commun

We originally intended this to be a Patreon-only post, however, we have since decided to make it a public blog post. Inspired by the old Greek labyrinth—and, more particularly, by the labyrinth as it appears within talismanic and apotropaic traditions—we devised this rather useful little talisman for the protection of an individual, a family, or a household. Its purpose is quite simple: to receive, confound, bind, and misdirect those forces which approach with harmful intent

We recently decided to gather the numbers, tally the hours, and take a closer look at the reach of our podcast, Provident Vox, together with the Araignee Arcane Services YouTube channel. What we discovered has left us genuinely astonished. Behind every listen, every view, and every hour spent with our work stands a person who chose to enter our world, hear our words, and accompany us upon this path. The figures are far greater than we anticipated, and we do not regard them me

Prosperity spellwork is, and has always been, among the most sought-after forms of magickal operations. It is not difficult to understand why. Wealth, stability, opportunity, employment, business growth, good fortune, the removal of financial stagnation — these are not abstract desires. They press themselves into daily life. They decide what doors open, what burdens remain, what choices are available, and what chains remain fastened around the ankles. For this reason, working

If there is one thread that binds all people together, regardless of path, status, wisdom, wealth, or circumstance, it is fear. Fear of not being able to pay the rent. Fear of whether the new job will come through. Fear that the person you desire may not desire you in return. Fear of sickness, failure, rejection, abandonment, humiliation, loss. And so the mind circles. Again and again, it returns to the same dread, polishing it like a dark stone in the palm. Most people do th

Spiritual Ascension is one of those terms that people like to decorate until it becomes useless. They place wings upon it. They drown it in soft light. They speak of “higher vibrations,” “love and light,” “downloads,” “chosen bloodlines,” secret titles, special currents, initiations purchased from strangers, and all the other pleasant little ornaments with which the spiritually hungry attempt to avoid the one thing they fear most: actual transformation. Ascension is not decor

This post was originally shared on our Patreon page on Jan 15, 2025. We made mention of this post in Season 3 Episode 2 of Provident Vox, our podcast. As we were scrolling through Facebook, we saw a post made by a suggested page...and as we went through the comments, we saw how many people are terribly disconnected from the meaning of the shared post. So, today we would like to discuss a uncomfortable subject to some, and all-too-welcome to others: the concept of death and on

This post was originally shared on our Patreon page on Sep 10, 2024. We made mention of this post in Season 3 Episode 2 of Provident Vox, our podcast. Today we’re going to write a bit about a certain subject…death and loss. Something that we all have to go through eventually. We’re not talking about your own death, but rather the death of those around you. The other day, we were watching a survival show, and one of the contestants were ruminating about the subject of death an

We just watched the biopic of Gandhi’s life, and it left us with much to think about. Here was a man who, in his pursuit of equality for his people and the liberation of his country, became something more than a political figure. In many ways, he became a sage. He stirred hearts, inspired millions, and altered the course of history. Yet, for all that he achieved outwardly, for all that he helped free a nation from, he could not free people from what lived within them. He may

Sometimes people genuinely confuse us. And we say that without malice - just honest bewilderment. Over the years, we’ve asked you what kind of content you’d like from us: written pieces, podcasts, videos; short-form or long-form. Not because we’re unsure of our own preferences - we know exactly what we enjoy creating - but because we wanted to serve you better. You’re the audience. You’re the ones on the receiving end of the work. It made sense to listen. So you vote, and we

In this particular treatise, we will examine two different plants that are both attributed the name “Blackthorn,” and we will evaluate their respective efficacy in magickal use. Although they share a common name in occult and folkloric discourse, they are in fact entirely different species, arising from different continents, biomes, and traditions. It is precisely this distinction that warrants careful examination rather than casual equivalence. For the sake of clarity and de

A survey of anthropogenic pantheons - those intricate metaphysical architectures projected upon the void by the human psyche - reveals a consistent, non-negotiable axiom. It is not compassion, not creativity, not even raw power that serves as the foundational principle of these constructed divinities. It is Order. This is not the passive order of tidiness, but the active, violent, and legislative imposition of structure upon a reality perceived as formless, threatening, and w

Which style of sigil are you most likely to use as a practitioner - A, B, or C? With the examples below, each sigil translates to (means) the exact same thing. Our creations, of course. Also, feel free to leave a comment to tell us any further opinions you may have. All of our writings, including our blog posts, are copyrighted to us (Rheiner and Vanessa Le Roux under the pseudonyms of Baron and Baronessa Araignee) and our business Araignee Arcane Services. Our writings are o

You know, recently, while browsing around Reddit, we stumbled across a handful of older posts about Clauneck. For those unfamiliar with him, Clauneck appears in Grimorium Verum as one of the eighteen servitors of Syrach. His role is clear and unmistakable: he is summoned for his power to bestow wealth — whether by drawing money across vast distances, engineering opportunities that would otherwise never arise, or revealing hidden treasures, both literal and metaphorical. He

Although we have written extensively about the subject of employing Entities — both formally and informally, through Evocation, petition, and other means — across our blog, several of our books, and even touched upon it in our podcast, there remains a subtle nuance that deserves clearer attention. As you (hopefully) know, when you enlist the aid or services of an Entity, Spirit, Deity, Intelligence, or similar force, there will always be a form of payment required from you —

There exist countless forms and methods of divination - some exceedingly simple and ideal for yes/no inquiries, and others deeply intricate and layered. As a practitioner, the selection of your preferred method - or combination of methods - comes down to personal resonance. In other words, even if you feel drawn to the Tarot, it does not necessarily mean it will harmonize with you; you may instead find yourself more naturally attuned to intuitive or symbolic forms of divinati

From time to time, we add books to our many shelves. Some rightfully earn a place on our shelves, and others find their way off of our shelves. The measurement system we use to determine what we believe to be worthy and what we believe to be garbage depends on the content within. Is it valid? Is it true? Does it contain worthwhile information? And so on. To clarify, we are talking about books on Witchcraft, the Occult and Magick. As we were browsing through various bookstores