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"You Are Sheol" Exposition

“You are Sheol” is the title of the original story. This tale takes place in 2nd person as the narrator helps Sheol (or you, the reader) remember and understand who and what he is. 

The story explores the mind of an adolescent boy named Sheol as he tries to discover the mysteries of his own past as well as the magical and celestial worlds.

When Sheol is a child, he is visited by an angel who carefully explains to him that they are eternally bound to each other. It is Archangel Zamariel, Saint of Beauty and Divine Music, who blesses Sheol and takes him under his ray.

In an effort to understand the divine and mundane, Sheol eventually discovers himself in the occult and witchcraft. Desperate to understand his true nature, Sheol digs deeper into this hidden knowledge until he finally understands the truth behind the Angels’ secrets. This story explores themes of eternal love, reincarnation, nostalgia, God, magic, religion and life. 

Here are some important terms and concepts that will help you gain a better understanding of this world:

Universal Constants

Dimensions

A dimension is a plane of reality. There are an infinite number of dimensions as far as we know, however those who exist on dimensions higher than the 10th are considered inconceivable. Dimensions are positioned parallel to each other in stacks like a sandwich. Our current 3 dimensional world exists on a material plane. The 4th dimension directly above us exists on an ethereal plane. Dimensions prevent the universe from collapsing on itself. The higher the dimension, the more complex and dense reality becomes. It is easier to ascend dimensions than it is to descend. 

The Veil

The black space between Dimensions. The Veil is constantly being squished between Dimensions and Aether, so it swells and thins in cycles. The thinning of the Veil is the most optimal time for entities to contact the physical plane and for magical operations to be carried out. The removal of the Veil would allow you to see through every dimension. The Veil ensures that dimensions are kept separate and do not collapse on each other. 

The Fabric

The universal material that bends around physical objects and gravity. The Fabric is composed of infinite fractals that form patterns in space. Not to be confused with Aether, which is a physical substance. The Fabric is literally the background code that Space and Time are made from. The Fabric cannot be influenced by anything other than a Chimera. 

Mindscapes

Similar to Realms, Mindscapes are pocket worlds that exist within every human mind and can be infinite in size. These spaces are responsible for pure imagination and abstract thought, as there are no laws of physics within a Mindscape. Mindscapes are generally locked down and extremely secure, but can occasionally be infiltrated during events like possessions.

Realms

A Realm is a place within a dimension that can be considered it’s own pocket world. A Realm may have its own laws of physics but may never defy the fundamental Natural Laws. Within the story, every pantheon of Gods and Deities exist in their own Realms. Realms exist in all dimensions. Realms vary in size and can be massive or miniscule. Realms can exist within other Realms. Realms can exist within Mindscapes. The Realms of two separate entities can be combined into a single Realm or a collective Realm. In order for humans to contact entities, it is necessary for them to come into contact with their Realm. Only Deities, Angels, and Daemons can create realms. Even individual Collective Angels have their own realms. 

Zones

A zone is an area that has been marked as an entities’ (usually a daemon’s) territory. Human and non-human spirits/ghosts are able to create zones. Highly experienced living magical practitioners can also create zones. Unlike a Realm which can theoretically last an infinite amount of time, a zone is considered temporary. 

Energy

Energy is the life of all things and takes form in many ways. Any thing that harbors the movement of energy can be considered a living creature, this includes seemingly inanimate objects like crystals. Gods and celestials rely on Energy to make contact with the material world. The higher the dimension an entity inhabits, the more Energy is required to make contact with the material dimension (3rd). Energy exists in physical things as well as thoughts, feelings, and intentions. Energy cannot be created, it must be taken from a pre existing source. 

Blessings

An energetic exchange between a celestial and another. Consider this to be celestial currency. Any celestial can obtain blessings from another.

Ray

To be under an entity’s ray is to be protected or targeted by their Energy. There are both positive and negative rays, every entity has more than one kind of ray. Rays are also a way for entities to establish ownership over other entities or humans. Higher Deities, Lower Gods, Angels and Daemons all have rays. 

Aura 

The personal energy that surrounds a person or living creature. The celestial equivalent to this is a Melam. Because celestials have no material bodies, they are instead protected by their Melam which is far thicker than a human aura.

Primordial Fire

The essence that every celestial is made of. These fires are found in the Empyrean Heaven. 

Aether

Aether or Ether is without the firmness of earth, the coolness of water, the heat of fire or even the movement of wind. It is therefore the very essence of 'emptiness'. The space element is the most subtle of all elements. It is the material that was believed to fill the universe beyond the terrestrial sphere. It is the material that the Dimensions are suspended within. Crystals of Aether can be used to stabilize Chimeras and prevent them from absorbing each other. 

Incantation

Words said as a magic spell or charm used for summoning entities. Can be equated to a recipe or equation. 

Enn

An Enn is a mantra given by Daemons as a way to attune your energy and vibration to them through the use of  sound frequencies, almost like a phone number. It not only changes your vibration and the surrounding, but also charges the air around you with their power. This is useful for many things. Enn mantras are in a language that isn't known.

Sigil, Seal or Pentacle

A sigil is a type of symbol used as a pictorial signature of a deity or spirit. In modern usage, especially in the context of chaos magic, sigils refer to a symbolic representation of the practitioner's desired outcome. These symbols have great power over the ethereal realm.

Magick Circle

An energetic boundary created by a practitioner to keep entities trapped within, or to keep entities from coming inside. 

Magick

The practice of influencing energy through intentions. 

Natural Laws

The laws that every living creature in creation must adhere to, including Gods. The natural laws are as follows. 

All things must eventually die, including Gods of Creation and Death Itself. 

Dimensions must be kept separate.

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only changed or transferred. 

Keep an eye out for my next post that will delve into the entities that inhabit this world. Thanks for reading!