Agreed. You can twist almost everything to mean whatever you want by applying generous amounts of Semantic Terrorism. And sub-optimal is an understatement. I prefer a much more poignant, and Iberic, label: sub-normal.
Back to the original question, do not deal with demons, do not deal with dead people, be extremely careful with magics that claim to work with "angels", "ancestors" or other supposedly benevolent beings. Build up your own strengths: grow sound of mind and body (including your life force). Put a tea-spoon of philosophy per pinch of magic ritual.
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Re: I will not defend the indefensible, but...
Date: 2024-11-12 12:54 am (UTC)Back to the original question, do not deal with demons, do not deal with dead people, be extremely careful with magics that claim to work with "angels", "ancestors" or other supposedly benevolent beings. Build up your own strengths: grow sound of mind and body (including your life force). Put a tea-spoon of philosophy per pinch of magic ritual.