THE CONE OF POWER author unknown The cone of power is a vortex of magickal energy which is raised within a circle by one or more witches working for the same goal. One of the most common methods of power raising is dancing. Tradition dictates that one dance deosil (clockwise) for spells of increase or attraction, and widdershins (counterclockwise) for decreasing or banishing spells. Start the dance at a steady pace using whatever music you wish as an accompaniment. Then slowly begin to speed up the pace, continuing in this manner until you can feel the mass of energy raised above you. Then, concentrating on the goal, release the energy to go to where it is needed. Other methods of raising power include drumming, chanting, and others...