Degree of Exaltation Mars Incense
Incense cones handcrafted while Mars was in the 28th degree of Capricorn, his degree of optimal performance. The dried, powdered wood of the Machilus thunbergii tree was used as a natural binding and burning agent, mixed with five hand-ground herbs and resins sacred to Mars. These include hot red pepper, genuine dragon’s blood resin, and yohimbe bark, among other proprietary sympathetic ingredients, and bits of iron and rust — not enough to make the smoke toxic, but enough for magical resonance. The scent is warming and invigorating, earthy and rich, befitting Mars at his best, in the Earth sign of Capricorn.
All woods are said to be under the purview of Mars, making even the base agent a worthy addition. The decision to create this incense in the cone form was also intentional — the upward triangle is resonant with the natural shape of flame and, partially because of this, is also the form associated with the element of Fire in the Western magical tradition.
Note that this incense is intended to be used in specialized ceremonial or Martial contexts, and is not for every day use. To light cone incense, hold it sideways so that the tip is in contact with flame until it catches and is well lit. Place the base of the cone on a heat proof surface, such as ceramic, metal, or a layer of sand. Let the flame extinguish itself naturally, leaving an ember that will create smoke as it burns its way down the base. If it goes out, re-light well. Any that is left over can be saved and burned on a piece of charcoal.
Only 108 incense cones were created for this election. Packed with a silica pouch to retain maximum burn potential. Available in packs of 5, the number sacred to Mars. Each one is individually wrapped in tissue paper marked with a special seal, sigil, or kamea of Mars. For the purposes of magical work and spellcasting, these can be upcycled with the addition of your own compatible sigils, etc.
Click here for information about the use of these items for remediation of natal configurations or during Mars’ retrograde.
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| Creation Date | Night of May 10, 2018. Chart in the comments. |
|---|---|
| Areas of Application | Altars, Aura, Full Body, Paper, Spatial, Tools, Wherever Appropriate |
| Step / Function | |
| Magical Applications | Charging, Clearing, Mantra, Meditation / Contemplation, Mojo Bags / Sachets, Offerings to Spirits / Ancestors, Petition Packets, Sigils / Sigil Activation, Spell Bottles / Jars |
| Planetary Body | |
| Potential Side Effects | Adversarial / Oppositional, Anti-Sociality, Body Odor, Excess Yang, Overheating |
| Suggested Pairings | Layers w/ Asclepius, Layers w/ Son of Apollo (subset of Asclepius) |
| Times/ Activities | Before Physical Activity, Before Work, Remediation / Rites of Mars |
| Vegan | Yes — Vegan |
| Warnings | FIRE HAZARD — Never leave fire unattended. Clear away packing materials before burning and do not close the lid on boxes while a flame is burning |
| Dimensions | .80 × .80 × 3.85 in |
| Weight | 2 oz |
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Sphere & Sundry’s Degree of Mars exaltation Incense is truly magical for remediating Mars. I feel under the shield of the warrior. It came with exquisite handmade packaging and attention to every detail. Thank you for your offerings. Bright Blessings