#i've changed the title 'demigod' back to 'deity'. because.

[sonic-journeyofthewind]

The Wandering Deity Arthur, better known as Sonic the Hedgehog, is here to give just a little info about himself! It's no problem.

In battle, he can unleash a flurry of kicks, punches, spins, and call upon the wind itself to devastate his foes!

Stats & Skill Samples:

HP: ★★★☆☆ (B)

MP: ★★★☆☆ (B)

Attack: ★★★☆☆ (B)

Defense: ★★☆☆☆ (C)

Magic: ★★★☆☆ (B)

Resistance: ★★☆☆☆ (C)

Speed: ★★★★★ (S)

Skill/Luck: ★★★☆☆ (B)

Skill 1: "Flurry Kick" - Sonic jumps forward to kick an enemy, leaps off, then unleashes a series of wind-enchanted kicks.

Skill 2: "Blue Tornado" - Sonic spins in circles, creating a tornado that sucks up any obstacles. Once he's done spinning, the results are devastating for his foes... and unguarded allies. Best to use this when his allies aren't at risk of getting caught up in the tornado.

Combo 1: "Spin Cycle" - Sonic revs up and launches himself into an enemy. Keeping up the momentum, Amy smacks him back into the enemy with her hammer before he lands. Repeat the process a few times, and any enemy will fall for sure!

Combo 2: "Wind Charge" - Sonic boosts Knuckles with the power of wind, and the Echidna charges in to deliver a combo of punches! Once Knuckles seems to be getting tired (he definitely isn't!), Sonic runs in to give the enemy one last gift: a powerful spinning axe kick.

#i've changed the title 'demigod' back to 'deity'. because. #the goal is to do this for just about everyone but idk what pace i'll do that at #characters who dont fight won't get a stat & skill section but otherwise the same #character overview #sonic au #sonic #sonic the hedgehog

[yourwitchybrother]

Here's a Valuable Part of My Practice

I just learned you can change the color of titles. My life is changed for the BETTER!!

Anyway! One part of my practice that I hold so near and dear to my chest is the concept of Hero Work.

Being a Hellenic Pagan, I work very closely with a lot of aspects of Greek mythology specifically. I have worked closely with a few different Greek heroes and it's very different than working with Deities.

Hero Work Summarized

I tend to equate Hero Work with ancestor veneration. It's very similar in the sense that you're honoring souls, not divine beings. Therefore, it should be treated differently. I still set up smaller altars for them, and little trinkets and things. The two heroes I work with are Patroclus and Odysseus, so I set my copy of The Iliad and The Odyssey next to their altar back when I had the space for one. The altar was a little shoebox that had their names written on the inside in Greek, and when I had people over, I'd shut the box with their offerings inside and put it away somewhere to protect it.

How Can I Do Hero Work?

First, I identified if any heroes were reaching out to me. I typically do this with a tarot reading, though, everyone has their own methods so you should use whatever method works best for you! Always make sure you're asking clarifying questions though. Ask questions about their myth, specific ones to help vet and ensure you're working with a spirit and not a trickster or dangerous entity.

Second, I try to discern what the spirit wants to aid me with. Lots of these spirits, especially Heroes, are there to help guide you and help you learn valuable lessons. Patroclus entered my life to help me with self-care and learning about first aid and other medical facts. He also helped me learn that I don't have to be physically strong to still be strong. Odysseus continues to help me with my journey of physical strength and he's helped me learn how to be a little bit more cunning and witty. They're there to help you, try learning these reasons early on! It helps with the relationship!

Third, remember that they may be very in-and-out in your life. Patroclus only ever interacts with me when I'm on my college campus and Odysseus typically pops in when I'm going through a rough patch in life. They may not be consistent in your life, and that is okay. Like physical relationships, communication with the metaphysical is key.

You can treat hero work however you'd like. If you want to equate it more with working with Deities, go for it. But remember that these are mortal souls that are more aligned with ours than they are divine, with some exceptions (think of heroes who are demigods or gave up their mortality for immortality). This brings a level of humanity with the partnership and it's very refreshing. I can joke with Odysseus about things that Apollo or Neptune may not understand. I like to have fun with my practice. Otherwise, what's the point?

So... What Are The Benefits of Hero Work?

I've found that Hero work is particularly fun because of the humanity of it. Odysseus and Patroclus, while they may be works of fiction, have to be grounded in some form of reality. Based on some warriors and soldiers in the wars they come from. So they're... a bit better when it comes to expectations. Not that my deities are misunderstanding, but sometimes it can be hard for a divine being to understand human limitations. At least, in my experience.

Another one of my favorite parts about hero work is simply talking with them. Clairaudience makes this easier than it is for others. I didn't have a roommate in my first year of college, and this meant that I was able to have a plethora of conversations back and forth with Patroclus and Odysseus, and they're always the best!

Obviously, your practice is yours, and it will be different from mine which is different from yours which is different from someone else reading this post. At the end of the day, do what works best for you. Do what works best for you and your lifestyle, because not everyone can be as open about your practice as me or others on the platform.

I'm in the mood to yap today, so... there may be another post coming up! If you have any requests, feel free to comment them or ask :) Blessed be, may the Sun be your guide! A domani!

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