Hunter's Moon Protection and Divination Ritual (October)

1. Perform on the October full moon (Hunter's Moon/Blood Moon) as Samhain approaches 2. This moon is powerful for divination as the veil between worlds thins 3. Create an ancestor altar with photos of deceased loved ones 4. Light your red candle and incense 5. Burn dried mugwort in a fire-safe dish (enhances psychic ability) 6. Cast a protective circle with black tourmaline at cardinal points 7. Say: "Hunter's Moon, Blood Moon bright, pierce the veil on this sacred night. Ancestors near, I seek your sight, guide my vision, lend your might. Protection strong, wisdom clear, show me truth, remove all fear. Between the worlds, the veil grows thin, let ancient wisdom flow within." 8. Perform your divination, asking ancestors for guidance 9. Cut an apple crosswise to reveal the pentagram inside 10. Leave apple, wine, and autumn leaves as offerings to ancestors 11. Journal any messages or visions you receive 12. Keep black tourmaline for protection through November