A complete breakdown of foundational spell types, how they function, and how to tune them for specific magical intent. Includes classification by base vs. specific-function spells and tuning guidelines for planetary, elemental, and ritual alignment.

  1. Crossing

Function: To curse, entangle, confuse, or bring harm to a target.

Type: Specific-function

Tuning: Adjust intensity, style (poppet, mirror, foot track), or magical target.

  1. Uncrossing

Function: To remove curses, blockages, or negative energy.

Type: Base spell

Tuning: Customize by depth (surface cleansing vs. full exorcism), method (baths, fire, smoke), and target (self, object, home).

  1. Binding

Function: To restrict or prevent action by a person or force.

Type: Specific-function

Tuning: Adjust by duration (temporary/permanent), scope (single action vs. complete restriction), and symbolism (cords, poppets, wax).

  1. Banishing

Function: To remove a person, spirit, influence, or condition.

Type: Base spell

Tuning: Adjust force (Mars vs. Saturn), ritual style (fire, burial, water), and element (Air for thought, Earth for presence).

  1. Reversing

Function: To send a curse or spell back to its sender.

Type: Specific-function