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the-esoteric-archives · 2 years

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Introduction to Yokai

I honestly wasn’t sure where to begin when it comes to my first statement for this blog. Might as well start with a subject I know extremely well. I’ve always known about different Yokai such as Kitsune, Tengu, Kappa, etc. Thanks to watching Anime as a kid there’s plenty of examples of Yokai to see and learn about. What I didn’t know until recently is how the word and description of Yokai evolved over time. Thanks to the books An Introduction to Yokai Culture Monsters, Ghosts, and Outsiders in Japanese History by Komatsu Kazuhiko and The Book of Yokai Mysterious Creatures of Japanese Folklore by Michael Dylan Foster I got to learn the history of it’s evolution.

In the academic world, Yokai is an ambiguous term that can describe a creature, presence or phenomena. It started out as being simply a presence, a creepy feeling you get in certain places. Over time it was a phenomenon given a name by local folks. A good example one of the books gave was of the Azuki-arai, otherwise known as the Bean Washer. People would hear this strange noise deep in the forest that sounds like someone washing their clothes with one of those grated wash boards. No one could ever find out where the sound was coming from and since it was spooky and unknown they labeled it as a Yoaki. Otherwise known as an unexplained phenomena.

During Japan’s medieval period everything changed. No longer were Yokai this unknown thing making mischief in random locations. Now they were given a visual representation whereas they didn’t have that before. No one is clear on why they didn’t have a visual representation before but I’d like to take a guess. Perhaps people felt drawing such creatures would summon them to their homes. Many other cultures have had this fear at some time in their history. I'm sure Japan is no exception to this rule. But this is purely speculation and would need further study to verify.

If you’d like to learn more on the subjects of Yokai I highly recommend the books I just suggested above. They are clear cut and informative not only in Yokai but Japan’s culture at different times evolving the spiritual belief in such beings.

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deeva-arud · 5 months

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Deeva Årud - Club Wear Voice Lines

When Summoned: Lights dimmed, tension building up… Are you ready to feel our rhythm? Summon Line: Playing music with friends is fun, I’m glad to be here even though I’m starting to feel a bit nervous.

Groooovy!!: We’d be delighted to see you at our next show. Spotting a familiar face among the crowd is always nice. Home: “Let’s rock and roll”, as some would say. Home Idle 1: I joined the Pop Music Club on my second year. Perhaps it’s quite a drastic change from my previous club but… it’d be a lie to say I’m not enjoying my time here. Home Idle 2: Most of the time I’m the one suggesting we should practice, but somehow Lilia, Cater and Kalim always distract me with all these unknown snacks and gadgets. Sometimes I have the feeling they do it on purpose… Home Idle 3: I need to warm my hands, it’s hard playing an instrument when they’re cold. Home Idle – Login: *humming Piece of My World* Ah- sorry, I didn’t see you there. Can I help you with something? Home Idle – Groovy: I’ve been playing violin and other instruments since I was a kid. My family has always had a connection with music and I’ll gladly continue this legacy. Conveying your thoughts and feelings through sounds is quite satisfactory. Home Tap 1: My first concert with them? Since it was the first time I’d be playing in front of many people, I knew I’d have a hard time trying to look at the audience. Cater noticed and told me to look at him so I could feel less overwhelmed… Let’s say I didn’t expect him to be so literal. His clones substituted the audience because no one came to see us. Home Tap 2: Hm, my violin? Indeed, it’s not the same one I use at Mostro Lounge. An electric violin is more suitable for the club’s activities. I’m surprised you noticed it. That means someone’s been paying too much attention to the musician playing ambience music… That was a joke. Home Tap 3: Kalim and I joined the club in the same year so I got to see how much he’s improved his drumming technique. It’s impressive. Certainly, Lilia’s been an excellent teacher to him. Home Tap 4: I like the idea of having customized masks for our performances. Maybe I should mention it once we have enough funds. Home Tap 5: I recently accepted to do some vocals just for our club sessions. You can come see us, but please refrain from telling everyone else. At the moment, I only feel comfortable singing for a few people. Home Tap – Groovy: When it comes to a band like this many wouldn’t think of a violinist, but that actually gives songs an interesting feeling, don’t you think? Duo: [DEEVA]: Ready for a shocking performance, Cater? [CATER]: Ready as ever, Dee-chan!

#To any violinist in the room: I tried :']#I can probably get away with some details since she's not actually playing here #more like positioning her violin/posing #but yeah. An attempt was made #I actually had to redo the whole card because I didn't like how the old one looked #and if it reminds you of something it's probably because I kind of borrowed Lilia's face shape #it was my last resort after drawing 20 heads and not being fully convinced by any of them HDSGSH #the rest is obviously brought to you by my own suffering #Oh and some extra info about Home Tap 1:#Deeva actually kept looking at Cater on stage out of habit even after they gained some listeners #sometimes the poor guy thinks she's glancing at him because he made a mistake or something lmao #Talking about Cater. One of the reason she joined this club was because she promised it to him #when they were first years she didn't know there was a music club like that #and Mr CayCay here informed her a little bit too late of the existence of the PMC #Also unrelated to what I was saying #but please imagine she says “let's rock and roll” with the most monotonous voice ever #zero spirit in those words #until she picks up her violin and the rock and roll starts rock-and-rolling #it's funnier that way #The need I feel to talk a lot under my art posts needs to be studied #twisted wonderland #twst #twisted wonderland oc #twst oc #deeva twst #my art

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ecoamerica · 29 days

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yak-leather-whips · 2 months

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HEY. HEY. HEY WAIT A MINUTE. HEY WAIT A MIN-

#porter cliffbreaker #WHAT IF PORTER WAS TAKEN OVER BY A GIANT SPIRIT AND IT MADE HIM A GOLIATH #info is from a reddit post asking the difference between Giants and Goliath #fantasy high #dimension 20 #fantasy high junior year #fhjy #d20 #quanglicanism #fhjy spoilers #fhjy theory

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a-single-white-crow · 3 months

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Household Spirits

Household sprits are personal favorite of mine. There are many examples in media of homes being alive or sentient. A famous Slavic example is the walking home of the Baba Yaga. In Western culture, we have the Castle from Howl's Moving Castle; if not from the book, then from the famous Studio Ghibli film of the same name. And seen in an absolute favorite film of mine, the 2006 animated film Monster House.

Now, what is a household spirit?

Simply, an entity or energy that specifically protects the home and Household

(Some may see their home as an energy/feeling in the home. If this energy is truly a Spirit or just the energy given to the home I’m unsure. So, for the sake of this topic, I will also be calling this energy a Household Spirit.)

There are two main categories of this Spirit. That of Deities and those of lesser Spirits.

House Deities are much more powerful and grand. They focus not on one home but many or all.

An example of a household Deity could be the Greek Goddess of Hearth; Hestia.

As for the lesser forms, they are more local. Focused on individual homes and households. They are a Spirit for the people.

Some examples of these Spirits are...

Brownies, Scottish (also taken by Irish)

Kobold/Hobgoblin, German

Lares, Roman

Gasin, Korea

Domovoy, Slavic

Nissie, Norwegian

These Spirits, as one can assume, were worshiped in the home. Some would have a small Idol/Effigy to represent the Spirit on a shrine, while others were seen more as members of the family. Going as far as to even invite them for family meals.

Personally I find caring for a household Spirit to be a priority. If nothing else they help fill one's home with wanted healthy energy. As an ignored home and Household Spirit can become dull, ill, or tired. Leading the home to become more susceptible to unwanted hauntings and negative energy filling the space.

For myself, my Household Spirit is genuinely one of my favorites to work with. His personality is so full. He has given myself and my husband so much motivation when working on our home.

It's not always happiness and rainbows with him though. He has caused a bit of trouble when he feels the need to. When I first started working with him, I let him know immediately that my husband is autistic and has adhd while I have adhd and have minor hoarding tendencies. So we can struggle with simple chores sometimes. I was clear with what to expect from us as our household Spirit. And because of this, he sometimes needs to get creative. I had a bathroom mat that was so worn and used the bottom of it was peeling away and leaving rubber bits everywhere. I kept saying I should replace it but I just never did. Years I kept that same rug. A week into working with our Household Spirit that rug was nudged towards the bathroom trashcan, rolled up slightly, and just anyway he could he pointed myself and my husband towards getting rid of the old worn thing. We never did. Always getting distacted or forgetting about it. Until one day we went into the guest bathroom and the rug was stained beyond saving. Completely destroyed. This forced instant action. We couldn't put it aside and it gave me the push to actually toss it. Since then he hasn't acted so drastically. But even then, I appreciated his act as it was the final kick I needed to get rid of that rug.

The moral of this story is to say...

They know how to get a job done. Make sure to let them know they are appreciated, and they will make it worth your while. And remember, they aren't messing around.

Offerings

Food (ie. Bread, sweets, fruits, ect.)

Drink (ie. Wine, Water, tea, dairy, ect.)

Speaking with the Spirit: Saying “Hello” when you come home

Lighting a Candle

Coins and trinkets

Creating of getting an effigy/Idol for the Spirit

***Note for Brownies and Hobs- Although they wear rags or "peasant's clothes". Never give them clothes. It is an ultimate insult for them, and they will leave***

What does a Household Spirit do?

Helps clean your home- Both in a literal sense and in a spiritual sense

You can leave an offering to your House Spirit asking them to protect your home while you are away for long periods of time.

Bring good luck

Find lost things

Certain types are known to leave gifts- Kobold/Hobgoblin

Can be mischievous or down right evil if mistreated- Breaking items or stealing things

When moving away does a Household Spirit go with you?

Answer: Depends on the Spirit

Some House Spirits are more like a Household Spirit meaning family and not house specific.

Others like the Domovoy of Slavic folklore are a house specific spirit. Meaning, when you move that specific Spirit stays.

When leaving being a House Spirit (as the Domovoy) make sure to perform a Ritual of Thanks to show appreciation, allow the Spirit to understand why you are leaving, and so the House Spirit will treat the next family with respect.

If there are ever any questions about whether your House Spirit should come or stay don’t be afraid to ask. Sometimes, even just your intuition is an answer.

#witch info #info post #baby witch #baby witches #beginner witch #spirit work #house spirit #house spirits #witchcraft #witch #folk magic

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starspiritwolf · 4 months

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Spirited Away! 🌸🌙✨

#furry #art #artwork #furry fandom #furry art #commissions #commissions open #comms info #furry character #fursona #spirited away #haku #studio ghibli #fanart #drawing #drawings #furry artist

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paleodictyoptera · 6 months

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I made something

#mormon #mormonism #queerstake #tumblrstake #lds #why isn't there more info about them #why doesn't the spirit have a body when we had to come get a body on earth in order to progress #why does the lack of knowledge about heavenly mother feel more like misogyny and fear of the unknown than a simple drought of revelation

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ecoamerica · 1 month

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beezii · 1 year

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Hi everyone! Today I’ve officially launched my Patreon!

In order to support myself, I’ll be creating and sharing comics and animations in early access through Patreon, including the development of my personal project, Roaring Spirits!

⭐ Patreon.com/Beezii ⭐

As you may have remembered, last month I’ve parted ways with Aether Studios and have decided to dedicate my time to working on my own original ideas.

Roaring Spirits a series about cat people, martial arts, and of course, pizza! The series will follow Jackie and her adventures through her first year at university, taking on street hooligans, and working at her part-time job as a pizza delivery girl.

I will also be hosting things like fan art polls, sharing my design/ idea process, additional tutorials, and other fun stuff.

If you’d like to see more of my work, please consider supporting me!! Thank you! 💖

#Roaring Spirits #Patreon #My Art #i will share more info about roaring spirits soon!!#Im excited~

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lisannastraussisanangel · 10 months

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would you happen to have any HCs about how the spirits react to the aftermath of Aquarius’ key breaking?

For sure! Also sorry about disappearing the last couple of days. Life has been very hectic recently!

Loke and Virgo watched it happen (or at least knew it was happening) so they spread the news quickly

They both were so panicked that the rest of the spirits could barely understand them. It was the two of them screaming and gesturing wildly while everyone freaked out around them

Loke and Virgo both feel really guilty about it. Thinking they should've been stronger and could've stopped it. (they couldn't but guilt doesn't care)

The entire spirit world was buzzing with worry. Then the king left and they knew Lucy succeeded at breaking the key

Aquarius came back with tears in her eyes. She didn't say a word and locked herself away

The King returned to all of the spirits (minus Aquarius) waiting. They all begged him to make an exception and allow Aquarius to stay with Lucy

He refused and said Lucy and Aquarius both knew the price

Everyone was tip toeing around Aquarius. For good reason, she had turned her sadness into hostility

Scorpio was the only one able to get any info out of Aquarius. He was the only one she'd speak to in general

It wasn't the first time a key was broken, but it was the first time they had cared so much about the mage they worked for

You could feel the tension and sadness in the air. The spirit world lost all its spirit for months

Some tried to pretend nothing happened (Loke, Taurus, Cancer)

Capricorn was the only one that took it well. While he felt bad for both women, he understood what needed to happen

The rest felt like they were mourning. Even tho they had access to both women. It still felt like they'd lost someone

Surprisingly Aries was also able to get Aquarius to open up. No one knows what she did and Aries is sworn to secrecy

They all were super tense when Lucy summoned them for the first time. They saw what it had done to Aquarius and were terrified of what Lucy they would be greeted with

They could also feel Lucy's sadness through their keys

#man I wish there was more info about how the spirit world worked cause idk does the king have an office??#do they have homes?#idk whats going on #anon :)#fairy tail #fairy tail headcanons #lucy heartfilia #celestial spirits #celestial spirit king #aquarius ft #scorpio ft #loke ft #aries ft #virgo ft #taurus ft #capricorn ft

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sunsetcurveauto · 7 months

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another reason the gangsey works so well is bc they represent the different sibling combinations: oldest, youngest, middle, only, and only that grows up with relatives that feel like siblings

#trc #the raven cycle #the gangsey #also i tried to find info on henry but couldnt for the life of me figure out how many siblings he has #so just know hes part of this in spirit #tina talks

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mintytea-exe · 7 months

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writing a script for a potential deep dive into the ARG (because so many people have been asking for one) and oh g-d it is going to take me a while but I am having so much fun???

#tmagp #tmagp arg #the magnus protocol #the magnus protocol arg #protocol arg #I'm just compiling info rn and it's very fun - helps me keep the spirit of the arg alive even though it ended

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tswwwit · 1 year

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Consider it a WIP! I really wanna continue it, I've just been struggling with how to structure the next chapter. I know where I want said chapter to end up, it's getting there that's giving me hell.

#answers #I've known how this story ends for YEARS #I definitely wanna finish it #I just gotta leap over some hurdles to get there. Including this weird little wibbly bit #I know what important Plot Points I wanna hit but getting there is some heavily rocky terrain #Hard to decide how to get the needed info in without it being super messy or leaving important things out #Maybe it needs to be two chapters but even then I'm still figuring out how to lay out the jigsaw pieces in a coherent layout #The Ending of that fic is within shooting distance but getting stuff shuffled together sucks. Wish I could just teleport one chapter ahead #In other news am nearly free of the Zelda Obliette and I made a few words today #Sorry for the big break everyone; April just kicked my ass and then Videoed Games #I'll get some things done as soon as I can spirit willing #First on the list is that Confessing It epilogue I've been putting off for ages #I'm always so damn slow at endings

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dkettchen · 22 days

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.. so it wasn't sanji after all, even when out of his mind he remains incapable of violence against women, that's good for his track record I guess

#one piece #also I looked up what an ifrit is cause I didn't remember what mythology that was from and apparently it's from islamic folklore #(I did remember it was a fire guy despite fully not knowing it was islamic do not ask me where my brain absorbed that info)#it's a type of demon from their version of hell to do w smoke and fire and also related to jinns #so a pretty decent translation of the japanese word they used which was “majin” (devil; evil spirit; genie)#and works for sanji's fire theming #brain: vin-SMOKE #me: ... Q.Q huh..

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quiiscnt · 9 days

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@raiiryuu // ♡'d

🕯 ❚❙❘ ❝An unexcepted, but certainly welcomed, customer.❞ Chico, perhaps too eagerly, walked over to his table. Her head swaying in the direction of the door, excepting the rest of the thunder legion to walk in at any moment. Maybe it was her assumptions getting the best of her, but the girl didn't take him for a coffee drinker. Or at least, not the coffee's she served.

❝What can I get for ya?❞

#raiiryuu #✧┊ chatting with spirits 『 chico: ic 』#✧┊ life in the city 『 chico: verse main 』#[ so part of the veeerrry limited canon info on her is she had a crush on laxus ]#[ but I hc that since it was 7 years ago she is over it now ]#[ but like 👀👀👀just saying ]

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a-single-white-crow · 1 month

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Familiar

“A familiar spirit is the double, the alter ego, of an individual. It does not look like the individual concerned. Even though it may have an independent life of its own, it remains closely linked to the individual. The familiar spirit can be an animal.” -Pierre A. Riffard

Historically a familiar or sometimes called an imp was thought to be a lesser demon sent to help a witch with her spells. Commonly familiars were a gift from the devil or from another witch. Meaning a familiar was a witch’s companion, alter ego, personal demon, ect. That led to many of today’s common familiar animals to be those associated with evil or the devil. Black cats, ravens, hare, toads, rats.

Firstly, Not every witch has a familiar. Either by just never wanting one or not needing one. So keep that in mind.

A witch’s familiar, also sometimes referred to as familiar spirit, is a spirit who assists a witch in their craft and spells. They will help teach and lead a witch on their spiritual path.

They can be assigned to a witch, appear when they deem a witch is ready for them, or be gifted by another witch, usually down a family line or by a mentor.

Can a pet be a Familiar?

The answer is a very simple and probably disappointing: most likely no.

Though, there are some specific situations where that isn’t the case.

It's important to know the difference between a pet and a familiar. Pets have a strong sense of energy. They may enjoy being around as a witch works because they can sense the magic in the space. But it is no more than enjoying the energy and enjoying being around someone they love.

A familiar is a fully conscious being.

They make their own decisions and are usually around to teach their witch something.

A familiar can choose to do good or evil. If they aren’t treated with respect they have been known to cast jinxes or even curse their witch.

Can I pick my familiar?

No, most of the time you can’t even make them come to you.

A witch may want their familiar to be a dragon or a wolf. But no matter how badly they wish and hope that most likely won't be the case.

A familiar itself is a spirit. They can take many shapes: from animals to supernatural beings; from the largest of beasts to the smallest of insects. Some may never even take a physical form choosing to stay a spirit. And some may have a physical form but choose to appear in a spiritual form. With Familiars the possibilities are limitless.

But no matter the case, their size doesn’t dictate their power.

With this in mind it's best to avoid naming your familiar. They have a name already. Instead ask them their name. They'll answer.

A relationship with a Familiar is very beautiful. They are a spiritual companion or spiritual partner. They are a spirit that works consistently with their witch. This isn’t a spirit that is being worshiped. This is a spirit that chooses to work beside someone. A singular companion, co-worker, or friend.

It is beneficial to give a Familiar offerings, as you would give gifts to friends or family. As a way to show appreciation, say “thanks”, or just boost their energy. A witch’s bond with a familiar is a personal powerful relationship. And honoring that relationship can really do wonders.

Some simple ways to bond with a familiar

Leave them offerings.

Buy or make them a collar

If the familiar physically lives with you, You may ask if they want the collar. If not you may place the collar on your altar, shine, or place of honor for the spirit.

Carrying a piece of your familiar with you.

Having their whiskers in a jar, bones from animals of the familiars preferred shape, Keychain or jewelry depicting their image.

Spend time together

Talking, being around each other, taking time out of your day for them

Provide them protection like they provide you.

For myself,

I recently acknowledged my own Familiar. This being why I wanted to write this post.

I have very dull emotions, having suffered from clinical depression during my childhood. And still actively suffering, although no longer clinically. So when I get bursts of extreme happiness, it catches my attention.

A few weeks ago, I was so suddenly overtaken with a deep feeling of awe and joy that I was almost brought to tears after seeing a crow. I love crows. Seeing them always makes me happy, but I have never reacted to one like this. I've never reacted to anything like that. The joy I felt was wild and burning, a rare feeling for me. I saw three crows that day. I noted the first two as I like them but otherwise ignored them. Since crows are very common where I'm from, I just assumed the weather was nice enough for them to be out and about again. Until the third. Reacting so extremely to one in a way I have never done before instantly caught my attention. I gave myself a few days watching the skies and trees for crows. I didn't have any intention to jump to conclusions as my emotions are not my strong suit, and again, crows are very common. But, since then, I haven't seen or heard one crow. It's back to them just being nowhere to be seen.

I took this experience as my introduction. On par with the act of a neighbor you've never officially met yet have shared a yard with for years working together on vibes alone. Suddenly, coming by with fresh cookies, a bottle of wine, and a two-person plan to take your shared garden to the next level.

Having been searching for my familiar for some time, I missed the small signs she had been giving me for years. She had been actively communicating with me and helping me along my path, and I just didn't realize. Learning Tarot was with her help, along with my studies into spirit work and death work. She has been by my side learning along with me. Only when I stopped actively seeking one out did she consider me ready for an official meeting.

#witch info #spirit work #info post #witch familiar #familiars #baby witch #familiar #witch #witchblr #baby witches #advanced witchcraft #spiritual journey #witchcraft

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norsil · 11 days

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Recent c0mmissi0n (ू•ᴗ•ू❁)

And commission open ヾ(❀╹◡╹)ﾉﾞ

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starspiritwolf · 7 months

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Haku ⭐️🌸🌙✨

#furry #art #artwork #furry fandom #furry art #commissions #commissions open #comms info #furry character #fursona #Haku #spirited away #studio ghibli #fanart #dragon #dragons

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