The Goddess's Wheel

**The Goddess's Wheel** refers to the annual cycle of seasonal festivals, consisting of the year's chief solstice and equinox holidays and the passage of each moon from astral to umbral. All expressions of the wheel of time are considered to be cyclical, a perpetual cycle of growth and retreat tied to the annual death and rebirth of the Sun and the continuously changing face of the Moon. The precise dates on which the festivals that take place on the solstices and equinoxes are often flexible, tending towards the nearest full moon so that the clan might feel the presence of the Goddess in all that they do. The narrative of the Goddess's Wheel traditionally centers on the sacred bloom of Menphina's life from maiden to mother to crone, exemplifying her as the beginning of their kind and her divine coupling with Oschon.

### Element

The twelve moons of the Wheel are grouped into six elements - ice, water, wind, lightning, fire and earth - with distinct traits that form the natural world. Representing personality tendencies, the elements are associated with commended and condemned traits reflected throughout the cycle of each passing moon, and kin do their best to assert those traits that their patron spirit best exemplifies in order to earn their favor.

### Polarity

The polarity of a given moon is the expression of the fixation of the energy of that moon and its duality, classifying each moon as active or passive with opposing but complimentary traits. In general, it is believed that moons of the same polarity are able to communicate well each other's personalities and form bonds easily, whereas moons from opposing polarities have a difficult time seeing eye to eye.

Active moons are more concerned with the external world, whereas passive moons are more contained in the internal. Active moons tend to be extroverted in their expression, gaining motivation from their surroundings, whereas passive moons are more introverted, gaining inspiration from solitude and self-containment. Active moons may be more motivated for success by worldly rewards, such as money or fame, but passive moons are more likely to be motivated by intrinsic motivators, like using their innate talents. Whereas active moons look outward, passive moons look within.

### Oath

Much like the Oath that all Bloodmoon wear on their flesh in tribute to their guardian totem, the oath of each moon is dedicated to positive spiritual concepts. Offerings and sacrifices that are specific to the particular oath are left at the feet of the Goddess to honor her for her many gifts or to request the guidance of the respective spiritual guardian.

## First Astral Moon

Element: Ice

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Owl

Commended: Assertive; Intellectual; Original; Compassionate; Independent; Creative

Condemned: Obstinate; Impulsive; Unpredictable; Extremist; Noncommittal; Unconventional

Oath: Wisdom

## First Umbral Moon

Element: Ice

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Wolf

Commended: Romantic; Imaginative; Empathetic; Emotional; Selfless; Patient

Condemned: Moody; Negative; Lazy; Idealistic; Escapist; Wistful

Oath: Love

## Second Astral Moon

Element: Water

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Crab

Commended: Strong; Confident; Positive; Brave; Honest; Outgoing

Condemned: Selfish; Exhibitionist; Impatient; Temperamental; Aggressive; Arrogant

Oath: Courage

## Second Umbral Moon

Element: Water

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Aurelia

Commended: Dependable; Strong; Practical; Devoted; Responsible; Stable

Condemned: Possessive; Jealous; Uncompromising; Dependant; Imbalanced; Closed

Oath: Sincerity

## Third Astral Moon

Element: Wind

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Stag

Commended: Flexible; Outgoing; Enthusiastic; Gentle; Curious; Adaptable

Condemned: Nervous; Inconsistent; Indecisive; Superficial; Fickle; Pushy

Oath: Felicity

## Third Umbral Moon

Element: Wind

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Spider

Commended: Tenacious; Loyal; Emotive; Persuasive; Charming; Intuitive

Condemned: Moody; Pessimistic; Suspicious; Manipulative; Insecure; Intense

Oath: Hope

## Fourth Astral Moon

Element: Lightning

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Hare

Commended: Passionate; Generous; Warm; Humorous; Joyful; Vibrant

Condemned: Inflexible; Egotistical; Dogmatic; Domineering; Competitive; Envious

Oath: Prosperity

## Fourth Umbral Moon

Element: Lightning

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Snake

Commended: Loyal; Analytical; Hardworking; Practical; Honest; Reliable

Condemned: Shy; Worrisome; Critical; Controlling; Fussy; Judgmental

Oath: Loyalty

## Fifth Astral Moon

Element: Fire

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Bat

Commended: Balanced; Fair; Understanding; Gracious; Diplomatic; Cooperative

Condemned: Sensitive; Avoidant; Resentful; Unreliable; Indecisive; Indifferent

Oath: Compassion

## Fifth Umbral Moon

Element: Fire

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Coeurl

Commended: Resourceful; Truthful; Charismatic; Focused; Ambitious; Faithful

Condemned: Secretive; Insensitive; Dishonest; Distrustful; Suspicious; Detached

Oath: Prudence

## Sixth Astral Moon

Element: Earth

Polarity: Active

Patron Spirit: Boar

Commended: Sociable; Deep; Honest; Generous; Loving; Friendly

Condemned: Careless; Boastful; Brutal; Impatient; Irrational; Reckless

Oath: Integrity

## Sixth Umbral Moon

Element: Earth

Polarity: Passive

Patron Spirit: Bear

Commended: Willful; Responsible; Disciplined; Controlled; Genuine; Hardworking

Condemned: Serious; Cynical; Unforgiving; Condescending; Contrary; Skeptical

Oath: Humility