Some Micro‑lore facts :
- Did you know what the Enchiridion was?
The so‑called Enchiridion of Pope Leo III was said to be a book of prayers and charms, believed to protect against storms, poisons, and even demons. Though its origins were apocryphal, its reputation made it one of the most coveted grimoires in Europe.
- Did you know the Black Death reshaped Europe?
In the 14th century, the plague wiped out nearly a third of the population. Beyond the tragedy, it left a lasting mark on faith, art, and the fascination with death — feeding the gothic imagination for centuries to come.
- Did you know sorcery once shook the French court?
In the 17th century, the infamous Affair of the Poisons mixed secret rituals, poisons, and forbidden grimoires. Even nobles close to King Louis XIV were accused of turning to dark magic in their pursuit of power.
- Did you know there was once a “blue library” of magic?
Cheaply printed grimoires like the Enchiridion or the Petit Albert circulated in small blue booklets. They carried spells and charms into the hands of common people, spreading both fear and fascination.
- Did you know Charlemagne was tied to the legend?
A tale claimed the emperor wrote to Pope Leo III, saying that since receiving the Enchiridion he had never ceased to be fortunate. No such letter exists, but the myth gave the book an aura of divine authority.