The Talisman (Mooh-Len-gee-Doh-Ree)
Protection amulets, Charms, Wards
No talisman will render someone completely invulnerable. Talismans can be used to hide a person’s nature and warn of danger. They can also create illusions to ward off attackers or intruders from buildings or homes. For example, a ward that when tripped, freezes an intruder in place for 3 post-rounds, or makes them nauseous and vomit until they leave the vicinity. Talismans are created in advance and infused with power that fades over time or with use and must be recharged. Wards will not cause actual physical harm, but if a person falls and breaks their leg running away, oh well!
What does it do?
Guardian's Slumber Ward s a protective charm or sigil designed to safeguard an individual during their sleep. Placed discreetly beneath the sleeper's resting place, this enchantment activates a defensive response against potential harm. If an assailant attempts to inflict harm, the Sentinel Sleep Seal triggers a high-pitched sound in their ears, followed by intense stomach cramps.
Incantation:
In the realm of dreams, where shadows creep,
By this charm, I bid thee keep,
Guardian's Slumber Ward, I now decree,
Protect this sleeper, set them free.
Ingredients:
See the ingredients page to learn more about the ones used here.
Essence of Moonlight *See ingredients page
Lavender Mist
Silver Thread
Dreamer's Feather
Indigo colored Candle
bowl
Ink or paint of some kind
Ritual:
Begin the ritual at dusk, when the veil between the waking world and the realm of dreams grows thin.
Prepare a sacred space, free from distractions, and lay out the ingredients on a clean surface.
Light a candle of indigo hue to invoke the power of intuition and inner wisdom.
Mix the essence of moonlight and lavender mist into a bowl. Tie the silver thread to the dreamer's feathers. Place the feather into the bowl. Say the Incantation and push your magic.
Seal the spell by extinguishing the candle flame, symbolizing the merging of darkness and light in the realm of dreams.
Making the Charm:
Allow the feather and silver thread to dry completely. Place the dreamer's feather beneath the sleeper's pillow or head of the sleeping person, imbuing their dreams with serenity and guidance.
Making the Sigil:
Dip the end of the feather in paint or ink and draw the sigil on the part of the Furniture on the floor. It should be underneath the sleeping person.
If using the sigil, the feather does not need to go under the pillow but should be in the same room.
Limitations:
This sigil/charm will only need to be charged once a month or if it is used.
If the feather is removed or the sigil destroyed the spell will not work.
The attacker will feel the effects of the spell up to 20 meters away and will be a slow tapering off after those 20 meters (the spell will take another 15 minutes or 2 post rounds for the spell to noise and cramps to stop.
By Jolie Applemoor
What does it do?
This gris-gris is to protect a house from intruders. OOC: You should put this in a scripted item near your house that gives the “intruder” a notecard or somehow communicates to other players how to RP out the effects (not the whole spell, just the effects)
Ingredients:
A small red flannel bag
A pinch of salt
A small piece of black tourmaline
A sprig of rosemary
A piece of paper and a pen
A white candle
Method of Preparation:
1. Begin by lighting the white candle in a quiet, undisturbed space.
2. Take the piece of paper and pen, and write your intention for protection. It could be something like, "By the power of this gris-gris, I protect this dwelling from all unwanted intruders."
3. Fold the paper towards you three times, visualizing your home safe and secure.
4. Place the folded paper in the red flannel bag.
5. Add a pinch of salt to the bag to purify and protect the space.
6. Next, place the black tourmaline inside the bag. This stone is known for its protective properties.
7. Finally, add the sprig of rosemary to the bag. Rosemary is associated with protection and purification.
8. Close the bag securely and hold it between your hands. Focus your energy on the intention of protection, infusing the gris-gris with your personal power.
9. Bury the gris-gris near the front door of your house or in a flower pot near your front door.
Incantation/Prayer:
"Guardians of the threshold, hear my plea,
Protect this home and all within, so mote it be.
With salt and stone, and herb so green,
This gris-gris wards off all unseen.
By my will, this dwelling's shield,
From unwanted intruders, it shall yield.
As I speak, so shall it be,
This protection now I decree."
Recharging Method:
To recharge the protection gris-gris after 30 days, set some rosemary and salt to smolder in a small cauldron, pass the gris-gris over the smoke to clear, and take it outside under the light of the moon. Hold it in your hands and visualize the protective energy being renewed and strengthened. Once recharged, the gris-gris will be ready to continue protecting the dwelling for another month.
Effects on the Intending Intruder:
OOC: This should be written up on a NC and somehow communicated to intending intruders so they can play out the effects
As an intending intruder approaches the protected dwelling, they may feel a sudden sense of unease or discomfort, as if an invisible barrier is preventing them from getting closer. They may experience hesitance or doubt about their intentions, feeling as though they are being watched or warned away. Any attempts to bypass the protection may be met with unforeseen obstacles or setbacks, like tripping on their own feet, stepping on their shoelace, tripping over the threshold, banging their head on a window sash, etc. If they do not retreat once inside they will perceive an odor so bad that will make them nauseous, bad enough to cause them to gag and or vomit uncontrollably until they leave. Covering their nose won’t help since the odor is magical and not real, and only they can perceive it.
The charms below can only be made by Phral with Mulengi Dori as their base abilities.
Special Charms are charms that can affect interaction with or around other Supernaturals. We don’t have a full list yet, but are open to suggestions and to introduce these as roleplay demands/allows. Special Charms can only be crafted during the full moon. Special Charms take a lot of energy and only 1 can be crafted each full moon. Most Phral keep logs of Special Charms, when they were made, and who they gave them to, just in case. Hint - if you are making these, you should be making $$$
Underwater Breathing: Waterborn can provide a personal object (lock of hair, nail clippings, etc) to aid a Phral in creating a charm that will grant 1 non-Waterborn being the ability to remain underwater for up to 24 hours.
Protection against Incarnate Possession: Phral may be able to create a sigil/charm that protects the wearer from Incarnation.
Suppression of an Incarnate: A stronger sigil may completely suppress an Incarnate if possession has already occurred, but do note, that not all charms work, and in a moment of weakness or if the charm starts to wear off, the Incarnate may dispose of it, or cut it off during the full moon (force shift).
Protection against Glamour: Phral may create a charm that will protect the wearer from Vampire Glamour
Scent Masking: Usually a piece of jewelry, this charm will mask the wearer’s scent from other supernaturals, preventing them from being identified. This does not take away scent, but MASKS it (think of what you are masking it with!)
Power Blocking Charms must be made on the full moon
Only one power-blocking charm can be worn at a time
All Charms need to be recharged either after use or on the full moon
The Charms should be recharged by the person that makes them or another mulengi dori. (if the creator is not available. another Mulengi Dori can do the charging ( you must try and contact the person first)
Check out the charm page for more information on the different types of charms in Unnatural.
BY JOLIE APPLEMOOR
Mulengi Dori Base Ability only
Power Blocking Charm
What does this Gris-Gris bag do?
Blocks a vampire's ability to glamor the person holding this bag. This bag is carried on the person.
Ingredients and Items:
1 small draw-string bag, made of sackcloth OR silk, is easiest. I often make gris-gris, so I make a lot of these bags and keep them handy, but a piece of cloth and twine work fine too. If it's meant to be worn around the neck and hidden under clothes, adjust the size of the ingredients below accordingly. If the size does not matter, then it should be large enough to hold a ping-pong ball.
1 small cauldron
1 pinch of each: Basil, sage, bay leaves, vervain, and angelica root. Ground powder or small cut leaves
1 small piece, or a few pebbles of each: black tourmaline, obsidian, hematite, and white quartz
1 Small crossroads medallion, or Medallion to Papa Legba.
1 drizzle of each, lavender oil, frankincense oil, and clove oil
A handful of crossroads dirt
A ball of pure beeswax
Personal Items:
If the gris gris is for general use, skip this.
If you seek to bind the gris-gris to a specific person (so it won't work for others), then add items belonging to the individual seeking protection, such as a lock of hair, nail clippings, etc.
Ritual /instructions:
A Salt circle is not needed, but recommended, as it helps create a barrier against other thoughts and keeps your focus centered. For some, candles and music help too.
Find your inner peace, and pull energy. Focus on your intention to protect the mind of the intended person.
As you do this place all the ingredients in a small cauldron, and use Spark to warm it until the beeswax softens and melts some, but is still cool enough to touch and mold with your hands.
Scoop the ingredients into your hands, kneading the soft wax like dough, combining all the ingredients thoroughly and forming into a ball as you focus the energy into it and recite:
Incantation
"By the power of the Queen,
Shield me from all that's unseen.
With whispered chants and incantations,
Safeguard me from dark temptations.
Oh Papa guardian of the veil,
Shield my mind from darkness, never let it fail.
With roots of strength and leaves of wisdom,
Wrap me in your cloak, protect my kingdom."
Hold the ball in your palm and inspect it, both for ingredients and magic. If you feel it's ready, place it in the bag and secure the drawstring with a tight knot.
When you deliver the item be sure to give the wearer the following activation incantation.
Activation:
May your magic weave a fortress strong,
Where evil falters and does not belong.
In the name of all those gone before,
Protect me now, forevermore.
Limitations
This must be made on the full moon. The Phral Cave, where energy is stronger, or a dirt crossroad work best, but you can do this at home. For best results, do outdoors, in contact with Nature.
Other Phral, your coven, or a Sabbat can lend energy for effectiveness.
This Gris Gris can be made in various sizes, as long as you can find the ingredients in the right size to fit inside the bag when combined. A bigger bag won't mean more protection.
The Gris Gris will not work without the activation spell. Only the person who recites the activation incantation can wear it and have it work. If someone steals it but doesn't have the incantation, it won't work, however, someone who has worn it can give to someone else, along with the activation incantation.
The Gris-Gris is effective until the next full moon, with effectiveness faltering toward the end of the moon cycle. Effectiveness/degradation speeds up if there have been attempts to glamour or compel.
Important Notes:
This bag has 2 incantations. 1 for when it is first made, and the 2nd to be recited by the person when they first put it on. If this is for someone other than yourself, write it down for them!
Advise the person you made this for not to open it, or let anyone else touch it.
It may fail, or it may fail this time, but work the next. Or it just may work all the time! (totally up to you!
Mulengi Dori Base Abilitiy only
Power Blocking Charm
What does this Charm do?
Protection against vampire glamour/compelling
Ingredients and Items
a piece of jewelry ring/bracelet/necklace etc
Choose a stone, locket, trinket, or charm to add to the jewelry (Stones have different meanings.. one that is for protection will be stronger. Example: Hematite
Nettle dried or fresh leaves
Angelica - seeds
mortar and pestle
The Essence of Moonlight *see ingredient page
NOTE: You need enough of the herbs and essence of moonlight to fully submerse the stone and piece of jewelry
Fire
silver thread
personal objects if making it a personal items
Chalk
3 black candles
1 yellow candle
brown paper and twine
Ritual/Instructions:
Prepare your space (draw a pentagram or circle on the ground)
Place the candles North. South, East, west positions
Grind the two herbals up and add the essence of moonlight. Place the mixture over here and bring to a boil. (If you are making this charm for a specific person, the personal item should be added to this mixture)Push your magic and say the chant (Incantation 1) over the herbs.
Remove the mixture from the fire and set it in the middle of the 4 candles.
Put the stone into the setting. Wrap the silver cord around the jewelry piece and stone. Then place the piece into the bowl of the other mixture.
Push your magic into the circle and the bowl of mixture.
Say incantation #2
Allow the mixture to cool completely before removing the charm.
Carefully remove the jewelry and untie the silver cord. Wrap the charm into the brown paper with twine. (the less touching the better)
OOC: include a notecard with the charm that gives its limitation and how it needs to be recharged
Incantations
Incantation #1
By moonlight's glow and shadows deep,
A shield I conjure, my (or insert name) soul to keep.
Against the vampire's enchanting art,
A safeguard strong, never to depart.
Incantation #2
No glamor's sway, no vampires allure,
Shall breach the walls that I ensure.
In shadows dark or daylight's gleam,
My spirit guarded a protective beam.
No beguilement shall cloud my sight,
No compelling force took hold that night.
With mystic words, this charm I weave,
A sanctuary is strong, none shall deceive.
Limitations
It must be made on the full moon
Must be recharged after it has been used or during the full moon each month by the phral that created it.
Is a power-blocking charm and cannot be used with another power-blocking ability
Important Notes:
This can be done in the form of a tattoo sigil. The tattoo ink will be added to the herbal ingredients and infused with magic. The tattoo will have the same limits as the charm. * See Sigil basics for more information.
Mulengi Dori Base Abilitiy only
Power Blocking Charm
What does this Charm do?
Waterborn can provide a personal object (lock of hair, nail clippings, etc) to aid a Phral in creating a charm that will grant 1 non-Waterborn being the ability to remain underwater for up to 24 hours.
Ingredients and items
waterborn scales or another personal object (lock of hair nail clippings etc)
tubes of the Arrowhead plant
Moonlit Stone Crystals *See ingredients list on how to make these.
Lily Pad
mortar and pestle
fire
pot
water
wax
small silver chain
Ritual/Instructions:
Place fresh ingredients in a pot and boil them. (you can be doing this while you are waiting for the moonlit Stone crystals to finish.
Once the arrowhead plant and lily pab begin to wilt remove from heat and water. Pull plants from the water (set water to the side.)
Grind down the plants to make a consistency of a paste. Add in waterborn scales and grind them into the mixture.
Set the paste aside and melt the wax, one melted add the paste to the melted wax and form into a ball.
Use the Moon Stone crystal as a small rolling pin and roll the wax mixture flat.
Laying the Crystal across the wax mixture begin to push magic into and recite the incantation. (this can be more successful if done in the moonlight) Say then Incantation
Roll the mixture back up into a small bowl. press into the jewelry or stone. (the jewelry piece is a locket that can press the wax inside.
Wrap the silver chain around the jewelry or the stone. repeat the Incantation.
Incantation
Let glistening bubbles be the sign,
As water yields to the power divine.
By moonlit tides and lake's call,
This charm, the bearer enthralls.
Aquarius Aetheris, weave the tide,
Within this charm, let magic reside.
Grant the wearer breath, profound,
In underwater realms, forever unbound
Limitations
The Charm will last for 24 hours
This charm cannot be shared by two people.
Protection against Incarnate possession
Mulengi Dori Base Abilitiy only
Power Blocking Charm
What does it do?
Phral may be able to create a sigil/charm that protects the wearer from Incanation.
Ingredients:
Sanctified Sage Leaves *See ingredients
Celestial Salt Crystals - Harvest salt under the light of a crescent moon, invoking celestial energies.
Angelic Essence Oil - Combine essential oils of frankincense, myrrh, and lavender, symbolizing divine protection.
Sacred Iron Shards - Gather small shards of iron from a sacred location or a place with spiritual significance.
Moonlit Quartz Crystal
Jewelry or a token that can be carried.
Instructions:
Prepare a Sacred Space: - - ---Choose a quiet, sacred space where you can perform the spell without disruptions.
Cleanse the area with sanctified sage smoke to remove any negative energies.
Arrangement of Protective Elements:
Place the Sanctified Sage Leaves in a circle, creating a barrier against malevolent forces.
Sprinkle Celestial Salt Crystals within the sage circle, forming a protective boundary.
Anointing with Angelic Essence: Mix the Angelic Essence Oil and gently anoint yourself, focusing on the pulse points (wrists, neck, and forehead).
Embedding Sacred Iron Shards: Scatter the Sacred Iron Shards around the outer edge of the sage and salt circle.
The Charged Moonlit Quartz Crystal: Once charged, place the crystal at the center of the protective circle.
Stand within the circle and recite the Circle incantation with conviction:
Visualization and Intention:
Envision the protective circle emanating a radiant, divine light.
Focus your intention on repelling and dissuading the Incarnate from approaching.
Maintaining the Ward:
Periodically renew the sage, salt, and oil components to keep the ward active.
Charge the Moonlit Quartz Crystal under the full moon as needed for continuous protection.
Incantations for Circle
"Sage of dawn and moonlit might,
Celestial salt, a barrier tight.
Angelic essence, grace untold,
Iron shards, a stronghold bold.
Quartz, charged under lunar gleam,
Incarnate's touch, a distant dream."
The Ward of Incarnate Dissuasion provides a protective barrier against the presence of the Incarnate, offering a shield woven from celestial energies, sacred herbs, and divine intentions.
Suppression of an Incarnate
Mulengi Dori Base Abilitiy only
Power Blocking Charm
What does it do?
A stronger sigil may completely suppress an Incarnate if possession has already occurred, but do note, that not all charms work, and in a moment of weakness or if the charm starts to wear off, the Incarnate may dispose of it, or cut it off during the full moon (force shift).
Ingredients:
Blessed Salt * Ingredient page
White Sage
Dragon's Blood Resin
Moonstone Dust
Silver Thistle Oil
The essence of Angelica Root
Instructions:
Begin the ritual at dusk on the night of the full moon, in a quiet and consecrated space.
Create a protective circle using the Blessed Salt, ensuring it is large enough for the caster to work comfortably within.
Place the White Sage at the cardinal points of the circle and ignite them, allowing the sacred smoke to purify the space.
In a small cauldron, combine a pinch of Moonstone Dust, a few drops of Silver Thistle Oil, a small piece of Dragon's Blood Resin, and a drop of the Essence of Angelica Root.
Set the cauldron over a flame, allowing the ingredients to meld and release their energies.
As the elixir simmers, recite the incantation with conviction:
Stir the concoction clockwise with a silver spoon, focusing on the intent to suppress the demon's malevolence.
Once the elixir has absorbed the magical energies, carefully extinguish the cauldron flame.
Allow the elixir to cool, and then transfer it to a vial or container for later use.
Incantation:
Abyssal forces, I bid thee cease,
In this elixir, serenity release.
Dragon's blood and moonstone bright,
Silver thistle, sage's cleansing light.
Angelica's essence, roots entwined,
Bind the demon, peace to find.
Usage: To suppress a demon, anoint a protective charm or talisman with a small amount of the Abyssal Reprieve Elixir. Wear the charm or keep it close to the demon's presence. The elixir's magic will create a calming field, suppressing the demon's hostile tendencies and allowing for a more peaceful encounter or resolution. Remember to renew the charm regularly to maintain its effectiveness.
Mulengi Dori Base Abilitiy only
Power Blocking Charm
What does it do?
Usually a piece of jewelry, this charm will mask the wearer’s scent from other supernaturals, preventing them from being identified. This does not take away scent, but MASKS it (think of what you are masking it with!)
Ingredients:
Moonlit Clover Essence * Ingredient page
Moonstone Dust
Shadowed Orchid Petals * Ingredient page
Silver Mist Droplets * Ingredient page
Ember Tree Ash (Acer RubRum)
The scent of your choice (banana, apple, daisy, chocolate stink bug)
Instructions:
Begin the spell under the cover of a new moon, ensuring maximum concealment.
Arrange the Moonlit Clover Essence in a circle on a silver plate, forming a protective foundation.
Place the Shadowed Orchid Petals at the center, representing the hidden identity to be shielded.
Sprinkle the Moonstone dust evenly over the clover leaves, enhancing the spell's subtle nature.
Introduce the Silver Mist Droplets drop by drop, letting the mist intertwine with the clover and orchid elements.
Carefully mix the Willow Tree Ash into the composition, symbolizing the protective barrier against supernatural recognition.
Speak the incantation in a soft, melodic tone while gently waving a wand carved from moonlit oak over the concoction:
Visualize a veil forming around you, a shield of subtle aromas concealing your identity scent.
Allow the enchanted mixture to absorb the moon's energy for a full night.
Once charged, carry a small vial of the mixture with you, applying it before venturing into supernatural territories.
Incantation:
"Moonlight's cloak and shadowed bloom,
Whispering breeze, dispel the gloom.
Silver mist, a shroud so fine,
Emberwood's guard, my essence bind."
Usage:
This charm will mask your true scent from all supernaturals. this charm will last until the next full moon. The wearer of this charm will smell of whatever scent you give them when they wear it