The Nature of Witches

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As an accused witch, you could be tried in a church court, at quarter sessions (local courts), or at an assize court, where you could be condemned to death. The hallmark of an element witch is incorporating the four elements (earth, air, fire, and water) into their practice.

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They take a historical (traditional) approach to their practice and often will study their ancestors or other folklore attached to witchcraft. Crystal witches are deeply connected to the vibration and power of crystals, gems, rocks, and stones, and they practice crystal magic to manifest, amplify, and attract energy. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy reads and in particular anyone who likes reading about magic and witches. As a Hedge Witch, you like to make your home feel safe and protected and keep the lovely energies inside. This is particularly true for a white witch (and one of the main natural witch characteristics I look for).

Below are 16 examples of the different types of witches one can possibly become and some of the facts behind what sets each apart in the world of witchcraft. These witches are often drawn towards plants and enjoy the process of creating a dish from beginning to end. Due to the nature of eclectism, it might not always be culturally appropriate to borrow the practices.

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If you’re a swamp witch, you might not only feel like an outcast but also feel a personal distain for social norms. You might feel a strong pull towards growing your own herbs, practicing magic outdoors, and connecting with the Earth element. Work on developing a relationship with your crystals and stones so that you can practice magic together effectively. The urban witch/city witch finds ways to perform spells in small spaces and uses energy more so than herbs or a huge amount of tools. the playwright's choice of specific words and literary devices close literary device Any method an author uses to add meaning or interest to a text, such as metaphors, similes or alliteration.

If you’re a sea witch, you may want to collect sand, shells, driftwood, or even sea water to use in your magic. A hedge witch almost always practices alone, or is at least not a part of a group or coven in regular routine. You might enjoy traditional Wiccan ceremonies, worship Greek gods and goddesses, work with the forest, the sea, and the sun, and use divination or your psychic abilities in your spells. Many of us feel strong connections to our plants, and you can be a green witch (with lots of flora and fauna) even if you live in an apartment.

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The moon witch is one of the types of witches that represents emotions, water, and the subconscious, as well as powerful, deep magic. You would benefit from charging your tools in the sunlight (instead of the moon) and performing magic at sunrise or sunset, when the power of the sun is transformative. If you’ve ever seen the American Horror Story season Coven, you’ll know exactly what I mean when I say swamp witch. If the suspect sank, the water ‘accepted’ her and therefore she was not a witch, but if she floated, the water ‘rejected’ her, and she was presumed a witch. Here is a selection of teaching resources from BBC Teach which take a closer look at how Shakespeare used certain characters and elements to create drama and intrigue.Green witches are often very natural and love to be in nature and near anything “green”—plants, trees, flowers, etc. A Hedge Witch sees her home as a spiritual entity and gives great attention to keeping the homestead’s positive energies.

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They know how to intuitively communicate with crystals and can tell what kind of magical work each crystal wants to do. For extremely powerful magical spots, look for areas where mushrooms have sprouted (in a circle) or places that just feel magical.But Clara's uncontrolled magic has already killed her parents and her best friend, leaving her isolated, self-hating, and yearning for a life where her personality doesn't change with the seasons.