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  • Demons and Daemons: what’s the (magickal) difference?

    Demons and Daemons: what’s the (magickal) difference?

    On the Subject of Daímōn Some people often wonder what the difference is between demon and daemon. Two terms that often get conflated. Their nuances are significant, especially in magickal practice. It’s a matter of etymology, history, yes, but also their inherent function within the spiritual planes. Daemons. The word originates from ancient Greek, δαίμων…

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  • The Humble Shirt

    The Humble Shirt

    Adorning Thyself for Craft The Humble Shirt… You wouldn’t think much of it at first glance, would you? Most people, mundanes, wouldn’t give a second thought to what they’re wearing when they go about their daily business. Or if they do, they’re thinking fashion. Business. Sex appeal. Does this shirt match my friend’s shirt? OH…

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  • Myself and Marcus: From Stoic to Magus

    Myself and Marcus: From Stoic to Magus

    Marcus Aurelius was perhaps one of the most remarkable rulers of ancient Rome. Philosopher-king, Stoic paragon. Many worship his teachings in Stoicism as a map to peace and virtue. Indeed, he had a grip on both discipline and wisdom. As with all great figures, there is a shadow side, a complex undercurrent that shapes their…

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  • From Ava to Aurelius Valen Drakonis

    From Ava to Aurelius Valen Drakonis

    A Journey Across Realms If you hope to understand who I am, understand where I’ve been. In the physical sense: I grew up in Alberta, Canada, in the far rural north. You probably wouldn’t know the town name and I can assure you, people there were vastly Christian and terrified of any spiritual darkness. I…

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  • Diary of a Northern Mage

    Diary of a Northern Mage

    Welcome, fellow seekers of the arcane, to the realm of A.V. Drakonis. I’m so happy that synchronicity has aligned our paths. You’ve made it here. The time is now. In my diary, we delve into my journey of uncovering the forgotten mysteries of magick, stars, and the shadowed corners of reality. On this blog, you’ll…

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