Temporals are elusive beings linked to the fabric of time itself. While little is known about them, understanding their role can enhance your mastery of space/time magic as outlined in my 'Space/Time Magic.' Their subtle influence offers unique opportunities for magical work.
Understanding Temporals
Temporals are a category of entities that embody or influence time. Unlike more familiar spirits or elemental beings, little concrete information exists about them, making them one of the most mysterious facets of space/time magic. As I note in 'Space/Time Magic,' 'Regarding Temporals, we know next to nothing,' underscoring their enigmatic nature.
How Temporals Work in Magic
Despite the scarcity of information, practitioners can approach Temporals through indirect methods. They are believed to operate on a level beyond traditional perception, subtly influencing the flow of time, opportunities, and possibilities. Working with Temporals involves tuning into the energetic currents of time, often through meditative or ritual practices designed to attune consciousness to the temporal realm.
Role in my Framework
In my system, Temporals occupy a crucial position within the broader space/time magic paradigm. They are related to entities like Cerontis, which aids in expanding awareness of opportunities, and Cimeral, which influences probabilities retroactively. While not directly accessible, Temporals can be invoked or their influence harnessed through rituals that focus on the flow of time and opportunity, In 'Space/Time Magic.'
Cross-Tradition Context
Other traditions describe entities associated with time are often invoked for prophetic insight, timing spells, or retroactive magic. Temporals aligns with ideas found in ceremonial magic, shamanic time-travel practices, and modern energetic approaches. Their elusive nature makes them suitable for people who want to influence or understand the deeper currents of time.
Practical Notes for Working with Temporals
Because of their mysterious nature, working with Temporals requires patience and subtlety. Practitioners might start by working with related entities such as Cerontis or engaging in meditation focused on the perception of time's flow. Rituals that involve visualization, intention setting, and attunement to the present moment can gradually open channels to influence or perceive Temporals. Incorporating elements from my other works, such as 'Conjure' and 'Contact,' can facilitate a deeper connection.
Summary
Temporals remain one of the most enigmatic aspects of space/time magic. Their influence, though subtle, offers possibilities for those willing to explore the unseen currents of time and opportunity. As I suggest, working with these entities is a journey into the unknown, demanding openness and patience but promising unique insights into the fabric of reality.
Regarding Temporals (temporal entities) we know next to nothing.
— Taylor Ellwood, Space/Time Magic
Temporals connect to a broader network of entities involved in manipulating space, time, and consciousness. Understanding them enhances you's ability to work with timing, opportunities, and retroactive magic within my comprehensive framework.
Source books: Space/Time Magic
Related in the library
- Agave — A Dehara entity involved in rituals to establish sacred space and connect with space/time energies.
- Aruhani — A Dehara entity used in rituals to help establish sacred space within the Deharan system.
- Cerontis — A space/time entity created to make the user aware of opportunities and expand awareness.
- Cimeral — An entity created to aid in retroactive magic by adding energy and shifting probabilities in the pas
- Conjure — The act of summoning or evoking entities or beings to work with in magical practices.
- Contact — An entity or force that practitioners aim to reach or communicate with during magical workings.
- Elemen-tals — Entities or beings associated with elemental forces, historically discussed in magical literature.
- Elephant — A symbolic or spiritual entity used in meditation to promote stability and presence.
- Energy — A metaphysical model representing the focus of attention and influence in magical practices, often l
- Entity of a power spot — The spirit or consciousness associated with a power spot, which can be worked with symbiotically.
- Euronynmous — A Demonolatry god of the dead invoked to facilitate a near-death experience.
- Fotamecus — A space/time egregore created to manipulate time, focusing on compression and control of temporal fl