A Treasury of 20th Century Witchcraft, Merlyn Stone’s Long-Lost Classic Restored

Long before the public inception of the Systemology Society, or even the Mardukite Research Organization, Joshua Free maintained an underground occult presence in the 1990’s as “Merlyn Stone.” Thousands of copies of his works began circulating during an era prior to the type of commercialized self-publishing and “print-on-demand” distribution prevalent throughout the “New Age” market today. At the time, it was still quite a prestigious feat to see hundreds of hand-made books reaching new readers each month—but what’s more amazing is that Joshua Free (then “Merlyn Stone”) was only a high school teenager. [This blog post excerpts portions of Rowen Gardner’s foreword to “The Witch’s Handbook” by Joshua Free/Merlyn Stone.]

Although it is quite common for writers to maintain an archival stock of unpublished notebooks and manuscripts, “The Witch’s Handbook” is unique for the fact that its existence as the “1998 Book of Shadows” is not altogether unknown.

But since it was rarely referred to and never officially circulated outside the personal contact of its author, we can now finally treat this complete version of the work as a “lost classic restored” more than two decades since its first underground presentation. It is also unique fro the fact that it is the only book ever written by Joshua Free dedicated exclusively to Wicca and Witchcraft.

Once intended a sequel to “The Sorcerer’s Handbook” by Joshua Free while writing as “Merlyn Stone” in the 1990’s, his “notebooks” composing the historically legendary “1998 Book of Shadows”—and eventually “The Witch’s Handbook”—were only released privately to members of his own Coven operating in Colorado, and other groups he networked with, during a peak period of development for the modern “New Age.”

Within these pages, you will also encounter the complete structure of the original century-old “Book of Shadows,” illuminated for the first time with a new revolutionary never before published presentation of concise descriptions and references that uncover influential sources behind-the-scenes of many contemporary Wiccan and traditionalist Witchcraft movements. It’s all here.

It is already established in other works that the “1998 Book of Shadows” was intended primarily for “Outer Court” or “training” purposes of the Elven Fellowship Circle of Magick and other networking groups; but Joshua Free also prepared and released each of the main sections—as it appears in The Witch’s Handbook—separate from one another as incremental installments throughout 1998 for inclusion in the greater body of the “EFCOM” Book of Shadows.

This premiere edition of “The Witch’s Handbook” is based on the original notebooks, offering far greater detail than the literal hand-written hardcover “1998 Book of Shadows” that was copied and circulated nearly a quarter-of-a-century ago. This special release is also dedicated by the author to Fairuza Balk and, as a bonus, features Joshua Free’s original tribute to “The Craft” movie, including a previously unpublished treatment of its practical witchcraft as “Nancy’s Book of Shadows.”

Secrets of Will & Intention, the Magic behind the Magic, Mardukite Zuism & Systemology for the Future

Rene Descartes (French Philosopher 1596-1650) once wrote: “I think, therefore I am”—and suddenly a modern pursuit of EPISTEMOLOGY, which is really the most ancient philosophical pursuit, sprung back into being.

epistemology : a school of philosophy focused on the truth of knowledge and knowledge of truth; theories regarding validity and truth inherent in any structure of knowledge and reason

It remained alone in the field of philosophy because it could not be adequately systematized using physical sciences.

systematization : to arrange into systems; to systematize or make systematic.

Tablets of Destiny by Joshua Free Therefore, society has never been able to definitively establish proof of Human understanding of anything—only a shadow of truth which is contained in a continuity of vocabulary and semantics applied to causal reason and logic and cosmic ordering (sequence) that is observed within an acceptance of that “beta” paradigm only. (In Mardukite Zuism & Systemology, “beta” is a reference to the material order of the Physical Universe.)

[This Mardukite Zuism Systemology blog post is excerpted from the article “The Power of Self-Direction, Will & Intention” from the book “Crystal Clear” (Liber-2B) by Joshua Free. Also available in the Grade-III anthology, The Systemology Handbook.]

Modern “Psychology” made an attempt to break away from the philosophical schools to become an empirical/physical science, but it failed in its original mission, purpose and function to systematize the Mind-System and consciousness.

consciousness : the energetic flow of Awareness; the Principle System of Awareness that is spiritual in nature, which demonstrates potential interaction with all degrees of the Physical Universe; the Beingness component of our existence in Spirit; the Principle System of Awareness as Spirit that directs action in the Mind-System.

And as an entity, in the “Third Sphere of Existence” (organized social systems/“groups and societies”) the sciences failed in its efforts to actualize this for all humanity. Fragmentation set in; a downward spiral of Awareness began. Now we are left with an uncertain physical science of the physical brain.

Crystal Clear : Joshua Free (Mardukite Systemology) The fields of mysticism, magic, spirituality and traditional religion all tried to establish a firm hold on the “Third Sphere of Existence” (and Circle of Influence) yet used techniques and methods that could only be realized in the “First Sphere” unless otherwise directed by enforcement and threat of punishment. This is where most of the fragmented Human Effort of the last several millennium has left the state of things. Former lesson-chapters subsequently worked through an understanding of basic methods a Seeker might take—by themselves unassisted—to realize cumulatively higher actualization of Self.

There are numerous additional applications that demonstrate Processing at each of these former domains—but here a Seeker is given a crash-course on fundamentals. These are sufficient enough to develop subsequent applications “cycle” or pass through the “Crystal Clear” Self-Defragmentation Program—of which it is assumed you may require several cycles of working through our “workbook” (quite appropriately named “Crystal Clear”).

At each level of holistic application, the way forward on the Pathway all inclusively takes on many styles that seem reminiscent to other associated methods: appearing at times like an exercise regimen; at others, a day in the life at a spiritual retreat; and then, when we start working with WILL (at “5.0” on our Standard Model) it starts to seem a bit more like “magic” because we are working on a level just across the “veil,” exterior to the (Beta)-Physical Universe-(KI) that we identify any frequencies in.

“Communication and Control of Energy & Power: The Magic of Will & Intention” (Liber-2C) by Joshua Free

The application of personal WILL on the ZU-line (at “5.0” on our Standard Model) is beyond, outside or exterior to the Physical Universe (KI) and all measuring devices used in beta to calculate expressions of “ZU” (Spiritual Life Awareness Energy).

LEARN MORE ABOUT “ZU” — HERE

It is beyond even the “thought waves” that are measured on an EEG—which is only an approximation for graphic calculations of “beta-consciousness activity” (between “2.1” and “4.0” on our Standard Model).

thought-wave or wave-form : a proactive Self-directed action or reactive-response action of consciousness; the process of thinking as demonstrated in wave-form; the activity of Awareness within the range of thought vibrations/frequencies on the existential Life-continuum or ZU-line.

There are “biofeedback” devices that can evaluate “state-change” as it applies to emotional reactive-responses (below “2.0” on our Standard Model) when the “RCC” (Reactive Control Center) is directly engaged—but again, there is no known device or means within our technology that pertains directly to WILL; only the effects of WILL as it travels down the frequencies of a ZU-line in beta-existence.

biomagnetic/biofeedback : a measurable effect, such as a change in electrical resistance, that is produced by thoughts, emotions and physical behaviors which generate specific ‘neurotransmitters’ and biochemical reactions in the brain, body and across the skin surface.

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…This is why, if Cause is not determined to be Self-determined, we can never be absolutely sure what the nature of any Cause is—that is to say, regarding the world we are seeing and interacting with as a Physical Universe (KI).

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WILL (5.0) is Self-Awareness of directing Alpha Thought (6.0) into a creative expression (below 5.0). The Self as Alpha Spirit (7.0) is the “Cause” of WILL (5.0).

WILL (5.0) is the Self-Awareness of Potential Infinite-Manifestation of the ALL (7.0) realized as beta-expression under LAW (4.0).

The Self (as the Alpha-Spirit) is only the Prime Cause:

a) when in its inherent natural-spiritual state, fully actualized; or
b) when the ZU-line connecting Awareness to a beta-existence is completely defragmented in Self-Honesty.

These are no slight conditions—but they are attainable…

The first (a): actualized while exterior to the “body”—and
The second (b): actualized while occupying a beta-existence.

The second is achieved while placing focus on the first.
Realizing the first will Actualize the second.


For the Alpha Spirit to actualize its own expression as a condensation down the ZU-line, it must be Self-directed. Any form of beta-fragmentation will greatly inhibit this free and total expression in the Physical Universe (KI). For one: it will not be fully actualized with full Effort down the chain in beta-existence, if it is not clearly expressed at its inception (as Will-Intention).

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There are other forms of fragmentation even at the Alpha levels of existence, but for us to “Return to Source” via our ascent back up the Pathway to Self-Honesty, we are most concerned with the fragmentation that has occurred either in the current lifetime that the Seeker is occupying—or if possible, even including the “genetic memory” that is stored in the genetic organism even prior to be commandeered by the Alpha Spirit.

Once the way has been cleared through all beta levels, only then should a Seeker start to apply attention directly to any spiritual fragmentation. It can otherwise become quite enamoring and pose a distraction away from actually achieving the necessary beta results ahead of it.

A strong, clearly managed, Self-determined WILL (5.0) is the fundamental key that underlies all spiritual, mystical and magical Mastery. It should not be a surprise that Self-Mastery and Mastery of all of the other “Spheres of Existence and Circles of Influence/Reach” are to be attained via the same route. Thousands of years of esoteric and mystical renderings already have suggested this to us—but former use has not necessarily led to solidity as a true realization. This is one of the reasons why restricting pursuit of Self-Actualization to any former methods emphasizing one mythological or conceptual paradigm in exclusion all others has not provided optimum effects. This is to be the case especially now in the 21st Century when we have access to the most ancient and holistic demonstrations of Mardukite Babylon and Mardukite Systemology at our disposal.

There is no going back now that these new heights for the Human Condition have been realized for the future.

THE JOSHUA FREE IMPRINT – 2020 COLLECTION

VAMPYRE’S HANDBOOK : Secret Rites and Teachings, Moroii ad Vitam, Complete Anthology

Vampyre's Handbook: Secret Rites of Modern Moroi Vampires

To realize that we are more than Human and actualize this state of Awareness has been the ultimate goal of all magical, mystical and spiritual pursuits since the dawn of time. It is perhaps no more blatantly represented and recognized than in one of the most superior occult archetypes ever to emerge: THE VAMPYRE…

In commemoration of its 5th Anniversary, the Joshua Free Publishing Imprint is proud to present, the complete Mardukite Moroii Vampyre Academy anthology in a much anticipated collector’s edition hardcover for the first time ever!

Vampyre's Handbok, Moroi Bible, Cybernomicon THE VAMPYRE’S HANDBOOK
Secret Rites of Modern Vampires

written by Joshua Free
with foreword by David Zibert

GLOBAL RELEASE: January 28, 2020

This very special VAMPYRE’S HANDBOOK 5th Anniversary Collector’s Edition provides unique rites and teachings of the modern “Vampire Tradition” collected together and brought to a high-level scrutiny for the first time ever in hardcover–combining the texts of two underground classics by Joshua Free: “The Vampyre’s Bible: Moroi Book of V” and “The Cybernomicon.”

A PERFECT COMPANION TO “THE SORCERER’S HANDBOOK”

Vampyrism is a very real, strong, ancient and powerful current within the occult community–so much so, that “occult” groups may be found to conceal a secret leadership or “inner circle” that either: refers to themselves as Vampyres; refers to some obscure or invisible Vampyric Secret Chiefs; or else performed “high magic” workings based on mystical techniques that fall within semantics of Vampyrism. These Secret Masters and Invisible Chiefs receive credit for the innermost teachings of magical societies, offering knowledge dating back to the primordial–before there was order; before there was a First Age, the primeval, First Cause of everything and nothing; Guardian of the Abyssal Void, wherein lies infinite unlimited potential. To this, our predecessors have called: “The Dragon.”

Sacred knowledge from ancient civilizations–including their technology–is only understood when looking beyond contemporary knowledge we are conditioned with. Society claims to prize “individuality” and “innovation” yet requires its citizens to learn and repeat the same methodology held by previous generations. Many great feats and incredible monuments of the ancients seem to defy reason and technology by the standards of our times. Many have no duplicability–reflecting some unknown “secret” tradition otherwise known as the esoteric or occult. To “occult” is to disguise what “actually” is taking place or in view, by imposing a “virtual” something in its place. Occult mysteries are arcane or esoteric: specialized knowledge intended for, and understood by, a small number of people.

Vampyre's Handbok, Moroi Bible, Cybernomicon Within this amazing presentation of the VAMPYRE’S HANDBOOK, Joshua Free bridges an understanding and communication of the realm of Magick and Mardukites with a futurist vision of Systemology and Zuism by revealing the Vampyric history, folklore, theory of energy work, practices of energy feeding, the Darksider diseases of werewolves, the necromancy of making zombies, ceremonies of death and immortality from the “Egyptian Book of the Dead.

MOROII AD VITAM PARAMUS means: “Living Vampyres who are Preparing For Life.”

MOROII (or MOROI, sing.) are a faction of underground living vampyres that dedicate their “mortal” lives to magical and vampyric pursuits, cultivating energy from this Realm and intentionally direct it to their Etheric Body–to essentially rehabilitate the power and authority of the True Spirit within. By empowering the true Self, all that is connected as Identity is empowered.

Drink deeply from the True Blood of the ancient mysteries revealed to the surface world in its entirety and in collector’s edition hardcover for the very first time!

For many Seekers studying underground in the past five years, the materials contained in the present edition of VAMPYRES’S HANDBOOK have served as a pivotal turning point of realization toward reaching a true understanding of the essence behind the Great Work!

MARDUKITE SYSTEMOLOGY NOTICE:
Presentation of the current Moroi work was always intended as a threshold bridge for Seekers—those preferring the themes and energy work of “vampyrism”—going on toward Grade-III, only recently made available publicly as ‘Systemology: The Pathway to Self-Honesty’ cycle of materials—including: “The Tablets of Destiny: Using Ancient Wisdom to Unlock Human Potential” and “Crystal Clear: The Self-Actualization Manual & Guide to Total Awareness.