Volac (also Valac) is a demon described in several grimoires, including the Pseudomonarchia Daemonum and the Lesser Key of Solomon. Volac is identified as a grand president of Hell. He appears as a child with angelic wings, riding a two-headed dragon. Volac is said to possess knowledge of the locations of planets and the hiding … Read more
Jean Spirinx was a 15th-century Belgian astrologer. He is noted for cautioning Charles the Bold against going to war with the Swiss, foretelling a negative outcome. Historical records indicate Charles ignored this advice and suffered defeat. Related Posts:Jean SpirinxLycaon (Λυκάων)Paralinguistic Sounds: Micro-Signals, Macro-Powers,…Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…
Stoffler (Johannes Stöffler) was a 15th–16th-century German mathematician and astrologer who forecast a universal deluge in February 1524 due to planetary conjunctions. Widespread panic followed, but hardly any rain fell that month. Despite his failed prediction, he remained influential in astrological circles. Related Posts:StofflerParalinguistic Sounds: Micro-Signals, Macro-Powers,…20+ German Photographers Who Redefined Artistic ExpressionMythological Anatomy: The … Read more
Jean Spirinx was a 15th-century Belgian astrologer. He is noted for cautioning Charles the Bold against going to war with the Swiss, foretelling a negative outcome. Historical records indicate Charles ignored this advice and suffered defeat. Related Posts:Jean SpirinxLycaon (Λυκάων)Paralinguistic Sounds: Micro-Signals, Macro-Powers,…Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…
Simon de Pharès is noted as the compiler of a collection of stories about famous astrologers and learned men, which he dedicated to King Charles VIII of France. Though this compilation was reportedly never printed, references to it appear in older bibliographic works. Simon’s perspective remains partially unknown, as few manuscripts have survived. He is … Read more
Hoppo the Sorcerer was a controversial figure active in Berne, Switzerland, during the Late Middle Ages. He was associated with the Lollards, a religious movement deemed heretical by the Catholic Church. Hoppo gained notoriety for his sorcery and for attracting followers, which led to his persecution by authorities. His story illustrates the tensions between established … Read more
Jeanne Féry. A young woman from Sore on the Sambre, she was cursed by her father and claimed to be possessed by a demon from the age of four. The demon provided her with white bread and apples, preventing her from feeling physical punishment. As she grew older, she was gradually led into a life … Read more
Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, was a prominent noble during the late Middle Ages. Legends recount his disappearance after the Battle of Morat, with some chroniclers claiming he was taken by the devil, while others believe he became an hermit in solitude. This blend of history and myth has inspired literary works, including M. … Read more
Charles II, Duke of Lorraine was a nobleman associated with various legends and folklore, including tales of sorcery and enchantment. His reign included stories of mystical battles and alliances with supernatural entities, blending historical facts with mythical elements to enhance his legacy in regional folklore. Related Posts:Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…The Werewolf in … Read more
Charles VI, known as Charles the Well-Beloved, was King of France from 1380 to 1422. His reign was marred by bouts of madness, often attributed to supernatural influences in folklore. Legends narrate encounters with hideous figures in the forest of the Mans, possibly emissaries of enemies, leading to violent outbursts and further mental deterioration. These … Read more