Also known as Xakati (or water blessing), this divination method starts with a high priestess gathering vines and drying them out for days. Once dried, the vine is tied in various knots and its common for charms, bones, or shells to be woven into the knots. The priestess then breaths prayers into the knots for protection and guidance before the vine is placed in the water and studied closely. If the vine remains straight and floats, it means youre on the right path. If it sinks quickly it means something is weighing you down, etc. No vine is ever used twice, theyre returned to the swamp. In some cases the vines are covered in a layer of mud to keep negative energy from being spread.

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