Arriving precisely on time, the Denim Express black leather vest is comprised of soft "patchwork" leather {think a more subtle 'Ed Gein suit', as it were}, granting it a favorable 'Hellraiser' and 'Edward Scissorhands' impression, while adding a sense of either elegance if worn with a suit and/or leather trench coat {for a Noir/Goth look}, or an otherwise suitable 'biker jacket' for a more "bad ass" look - or even just by itself to compliment one's accoutrement - either way, the rather darkly sensual material and overall look make for a very pleasing presentation. It is indeed a pleasure to add this to My other suit vests I also enjoy.

Snap-closed, inner and outer pockets, with that unmistakable rich leather scent, this vest offers high quality sure to make a statement to either attract, or even intimidate, depending upon your purposes. As is typical with leather clothing, be sure to order one size larger to properly fit your frame.

This is an absolutely splendid medallion, either for exclusive ritual wear, and/or general accouterments accentuation.

A 1" version of the elegant large pendant {which I Am pleased to have been in possession of since Year XXX}, it offers a bit more of a subtle statement as to one's fine affiliation.

High-quality Cloisonne', it certainly displays one's pride and elite sense of taste; The Emporium's products stand apart from all other Baphomet jewelry available. Wonderful for personal use and as a gift.

I had the pleasure of receiving the professionally-embossed Coffinrust Halloween print #4 this evening, and it is a most amusing addition to the collection, destined to be placed in The Halloween Room.

Here we have a depiction of Regan from The Exorcist writhing in bestial convulsions as the priest lays by the bedside with a cross inserted into his mouth {inverted from this perspective}, while on the wall behind her, the first print, as well as a portrait of the Artist himself, while green regurgitation arrays the room throughout, including the teddy-bear on the table. On her stomach, the demonic stigmata stating the Halloween greeting "Happy Halloween from Coffinrust.com". The above-angle perspective is very nicely arranged as well.

Highly imaginative, with an appreciation for the horror genre and a most entertaining film. Perfect for Helloween!

Related: Exorcism & Possession: The Devil's Scroll.

A couple of interesting items acquired from a recent trip*:

Hotlix Tequila flavored lollipop with worm

A candy "treat" with an actual worm inside. I suppose it is edible, but why would anyone actually eat this confection? Acquired as a novelty item. However, it would make for an interesting item to dispense at a Halloween party.

This company also sells lollipops, as well as chocolate-covered candies with grasshoppers, scorpions, and ants. Also available are non-insect confections with alternative flavors such as habanero, horchata, margarita, pina colada, jalapeno, chili, and probably most disturbingly... cinnamon.

There's also "Moondust", "Dinosaur DNA Dust". Which is essentially the same product with a different theme. Reminds Me of Raven's Revenge:

...Which came in the following assorted flavors: Baby Baby, Black & Blue, Black Widow, Blood Red, Blue Bomb, Blue Mystery, Cherry Bomb, Emerald Energy, Ghastly Green, Gold Dust, Mystic Pink, Patriotic Punch, Raven Black, Suicide Punch, Tiger, Velvet Light, White Lightning, White Thunder, White Tiger. 'Power Tabs' were also available}. Seems to to basically be the same ingredients, although without the variety. Personal favorites were Black Widow, and Raven Black. I still have a couple of vials.

Lunar Lix, which is a lollipop in the form of the moon {in several shades}, with detailed craters. There are lollipop eyes, and probably most strangely, "Aquarium Candy", which is a ribbon of candy complete with a fish cracker, containing an embedded fern.

Stallion candy cigarettes

I enjoyed these and others as a Dracling from the local liquor store. These are actually elongated candy sticks with the general appearance of cigarettes, containing a powder inside which one could blow through to the other end. Some would soften when chewed, eventually becoming bubble gum, while others were more or less like peanut brittle.

Also an interesting choice to serve at a Halloween party, perhaps more for 'adults'.

Here will be listed some of the interesting anomalies which have been occurring since the crystal skull arrived:

1. For a couple of days, the VCR was on the fritz, and a replacement was scheduled. It would not play appropriately, instead presenting the picture with static and skips with barely audible sound. When the crystal skull arrives, the VCR mysteriously turns itself on, fast forwards, stops, rewinds all the way to the beginning, and the picture is perfect again.

2. When walking through the room, it was reported that the skull as if "jumped" from its place, landing safely on the floor without so much as a fissure.

3. When taking a photo of The Draconian Altar of Satan upon the arrival of the pentagram rug, the photo displays an odd light proceeding from out of the top of the skull.

Arriving in the Hell Post this day, the Dr. Anton Szandor LaVey pentagram pendant is a pleasing tribute to the iconically-immortal founder of The Church of Satan. Thick and heavy silver finish measuring in at 1 1/4" in diameter, with wonderful detail is a great addition to the Satanist's collection.

In the bowels of the earth, there transmogrifying by hellfire, amidst the bats and serpents of an abyssal lair, is forged a most magnificent gem... I contend that the black opal is Lucifer's fascination gem - for why? Consider its properties:

A black as night foundation, and from its foundations, glitters myriad flakes of color all contained in the blackness, representing the many manifestation of Satan, and from The Dark Force in Nature which permeates all matter passing through us and around us, our very atoms and molecules with every breath we breathe, every drop of blood coursing through our bodies, every thought of lust and iconoclastic inspiration.

The manifestation of Satan through The Arts in Musick, literature, invention, aesthetics, in objects and environments which are inherently visually Satanic, are mutually empowering to the possessor and observer.

The archetypes created and enforced by the Almighty Imagination, cosmic entropic forces, even depictions created through history have bestowed a presence in the darkest psyche. The Third-Side perspective, and the subtlety of thought, in a multi-dimension of thought.

Satan manifested Magically, emotionally {passionately}, mentally {undefiled wisdom}, physically {health, aesthetics} - all these can be represented in the multi-colors within the Black Opal. Satanic dimensions.

Combinations and mixtures of these colors worn about the body or displayed in the environment causes changes on behavior, pertinent to other properties {see Dracomeroth}, with black remaining the background / foundation.

I was pleased to receive the "Emerson NR303TT Heritage Series 4-in-1 Home Music System" recently, which now compliments The Noctuary splendidly. The antique smooth wooden finish design with all the modern features as well, being both aesthetically and technologically pleasing is a wonderful combination. It almost seems like these retro-innovations were made with the discerning Satanist in mind. In today's disposable society, where in many cases the herd's "past" is our present, from rare collectibles, to scouring antique shops for rare treasures, furniture, and objects d'art, this combines the best of both worlds in one.

Record turntable

I do have a penchant to collect rare vinyl, for the artistic, evocative, and arcane sonic value. Considering I also have preserved much of My first purchases from Draclinghood, this will be quite interesting, much better than the rather bland current models. Plus, the liftable top also provides for a nice pedestal for a bust or statuette.

Cassette Player

Located on the side, with which to listen to My extensive collection of tapes, some of which have been incrementally collected on CD as well, but much of which are both irreplaceable and contain sentimental value as well.

AM/FM features

Tuning knobs with spindle pointing to station numbers, the yellowish light, provide for a particularly evocative experience, even with that certain whistling sound while changing between stations. At times, it almost seems as if one is receiving stations from the golden era of radio.

CD player

The black planchette is contained behind a decorative silver finish design and is completely unobtrusive for one's total environment theme.

There is no denying the time travel dynamic which occurs when using this entertainment system, as well as others in the line, wherein one feels as if transported and preserved into the misty corridors of one's timeless preference. These types of 'retro-designs' have been available for a few years now, and in My opinion, it behooves the Satanist interested in cultural anthropology to take advantage of their recreation.

The figure arrived at The Noctuary today, which is actually quite impressive for an action figure. What is most notable is the photograph on the package itself, wherein the Baphomet lapel pin is plainly dicernable, although the pin on the figure is a silver pentagram on black. Perhaps all the fine details on The Baphomet could not be suitably replicated - truthfully, it probably would have been much too small anyway.

He grasps the classic Dark Shadows' Barnabas Collins wolf's head cane, with movable shoulders, bend of the arms, wrists, head, and singular legs at the hips. With detailed facial features, the soft rubbery hair and red blazer, the quality of this figure made by Marvel is remarkable, even comparable to some of the McFarlaine models.

Even if one is not at all interested in wrestling entertainment, it is well worth the acquisition not only for the Baphomet displayed, but the fact that he is one of our very own Magisters makes for a remarkable collector's item.

Anton LaVey statue by Arkham Studios

I was recently pleased to receive this wonderful limited edition tribute to Our founder to grace The Noctuary, and Am very impressed with it. The detail is amazing, from the facial expression right down to the lapels and even the earring, granting it a certain presence; the statue now stands upon the Library mantle as he approvingly oversees the nefarious activities occurring in The Blackthorne Lair.

Positioned in an elegant gesture of invocation, reminiscent of The Ritual Chamber scene from Speak of The Devil, he pridefully calls upon the name of Satan with might and strength.

The quality is exceptional, standing 13" tall upon a platform embossed with the lightning bolt sigil, grasping the Sword of Power. Interestingly, it seems like it has always been here, as he takes his place within this own 'Black House' environment.

Rev. Moore is a true artisan, from the Munsters figures to this magnificent piece, and this veritable heirloom shall remain timelessly appreciated.

What a delightful surprise to find in the Hell-Post a package from Femaledictions, that wonderful proprietor of infernally indulgent scents to permeate your Magical atmosphere with the best available olfactory concoctions, a veritable witch's brew of perfumes, oils, and soaps that stimulates the kundalini for one's pleasure, and all those whom you wish to share in these carnal delights.

In this package, samples of virtually everything available thereof, including a most impressive "Baphomet soap", a creamy black and purple tinted sweet-scented work of art which shall serve as decoration for the sink in ye royal Draconian bath room. In two separate baggies {one very nice black-lace and mesh bag} containing a plethora of oils named Funeral Pyre, Belly Dance, Snake Goddess, Bastet, Dia De Los Muertos, Rose Noir, Jack The Knife, Pumpkin Head, Zam Zam, each individually wrapped in a dark purple boa feather - elegant and charming. Also included are samples from such titles including Asphyxia, DeSade's Garden, Lush, Cookie Puss, Geisha Girl, Oni, Swank, Lone Wolf, Satanic Gentleman, Hell Scent, and Beast of The Field - all evocative, recalling various impressions in the psyche, and serve as fuel for the libidinous hellfire, as well as compassionate influences.

So, for those who detest the various common stinkful colognes and perfumes offered to the herd, these are certainly a welcomed alternative to those, which will accentuate one's natural pheromones without impeding their pleasant potency. I must say, that My current favorites are also "serpent's blood and dragon's blood" liberally dabbed in various points upon one's body, but now with these intoxicating aromas, it will prove quite interesting to experiment with them and gauge the various reactions from proposed lovers.

Also recommended to create incense by dipping a punk {unscented} stick into the scent, as well as drip a couple of drops into a burning oil for lamps, as well as mixing a bit into the wax in various candles for that special purpose. For instance: Zam Zam and Walpurgisnacht for Walpurgisnacht, Dia De Los Muertos, Funeral Pyre and/or Pumpkin Head for Halloween and/or necromantic rites and Curses, DeSade's Garden, Lush, for Lust rituals and delicious romps with one's mate/s; Satanic Gentleman, Lone Wolf, and Swank for various outings, etc.

Not just for Witches, I rate Femaledictions at a 9/9.

• Belly Dance: Citrusy scent reminding one of feasts in a harem, wherein the sweet aroma of carnality mixes with ripening fragrant fruit.
• Zam Zam: Cinnamon evocations of incense-filled nights mixed with black candles and earthly delights.
• Funeral Pyre: The subtle scent of burning parchment reminiscent of the after-smell of Magic.
• Pumpkinhead: Smells like Halloween. Cinnamon and jack O' lantern treats.
• Dia De Los Muertos: The subtle scent of burning frankincense and myrrh.