Hello everyone,

I’ve been lurking around this community for a while, hoping to find discussion and community outside of Reddit, and figured it was finally time to properly introduce myself and say hello.

My personal framework is a bit of an eclectic mix. It sits somewhere at the crossroads of folk traditions, a cross-pantheon approach to deities (including Goetic work and Roman planetary/chthonic currents, like Lucifer), and a subtle leaning into traditional Catholic/Episcopalian aesthetics and protection work.

Practically speaking, I’m largely a toolless practitioner. Most of my work is done directly with my hands, or within the astral space rather than relying heavily on physical altars or complex ritual gear.

That isn't to say I don't have an altar, of course.

I'd love to use this post as a way to get to know the active members around here a bit better. If you have a second, I have a couple of icebreaker questions for the comments:

1. What does your practical setup look like? Are you a high-ritual person with a lot of tools, or do you lean more toward minimalist, toolless, or astral work?

2. What is a piece of magical toolery or piece of literature that you find you can't live without in your practice?

Looking forward to sharing notes, theories, and discussion files with you all. Thanks for having me!