DescriptionThe harvest season is crucial before colds arrival, but when the winter arrived so did a demonic cat called the Ovinnik. And he was a threat to grain storage. The threshing house was usually wooden and incredibly dry. This meant fires were dangerous and possible. When flames did ruin the food supply, a demon, of course, was thought to be at fault. This fire-setting creature appeared as a black cat with angry eyes. It would hang around the threshing house and granaries, constantly waiting to burn it if offended.The Ovinnik’s malevolent mood made it essential to please & had favourite foods such as roosters and blini (crepes). This sacrifice took away from the village’s winter food supply, but it saved the grain that would keep them alive until the thaw. Cats were often around barns, wanting gifts, endless attention, and “sacrifices.” Beyond burning down threshing houses and ruining grain, the Ovinnik had another power… People could approach him on New Year’s Eve and ask it for their fortune in the next year. The Ovinnik would use divination and then touch the person. If the touch was warm, the omens were good, but if it was cold, they would be disappointed.These incense cones may be burned so that fire, ember, and smoke may be offered to this furry little demon. Burn incense as offerings, to carry your wishes, desires, and when casting your spells.These incense cones are a Product of Canada and made by The Witch with either 100% pure essential oils or essences.10 cones per pack
