Vehicle witchcraft, also known as "car witchcraft" or "auto witchcraft," is a term used to describe the belief in and practice of using magical techniques or spells to influence or manipulate vehicles. This can include cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, or any other type of vehicle. The concept of vehicle witchcraft has been around for centuries and is found in various cultures and traditions around the world. Some practitioners believe that vehicles have their own spiritual energy or essence that can be tapped into and harnessed for specific purposes. While the specifics of vehicle witchcraft can vary, some common practices include using charms or talismans to protect a vehicle from accidents or theft, performing rituals or spells to enhance the performance or fuel efficiency of a vehicle, or using divination techniques to gain insight into the future of a vehicle. One popular form of vehicle witchcraft involves creating a "witch bottle" – a small bottle or container filled with objects, herbs, or other materials that are believed to have protective or beneficial properties.
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Lighter UI with additional options for floating viewers, faster start-up, better RAM usage, parallel branching, and network rendering through a render manager that can even be used locally. Users can change the order or visibility of foreground sources via a Layer List palette in the Inspector, and edit layer properties like position, size and apply mode via the layer properties palette below.
One popular form of vehicle witchcraft involves creating a "witch bottle" – a small bottle or container filled with objects, herbs, or other materials that are believed to have protective or beneficial properties. The witch bottle is then placed in the vehicle to provide ongoing magical protection. In addition to these practical applications, some practitioners of vehicle witchcraft also believe in using their magical abilities to communicate with, or even control, the spirits or entities associated with vehicles.
Blackmagic Design releases Fusion Studio 18.5
New features in Fusion Studio 18.5 include initial USD support and a Multi-merge tool. Both are shown in the video above, recorded using DaVinci Resolve 18.5, which includes a version of the Fusion toolset.
Originally posted on 17 April 2023 for the initial beta, and updated for the final release. Blackmagic Design has released Fusion Studio 18.5, the latest version of its compositing software. It’s a significant update, adding initial support for USD-based workflows, a new Multi-merge tool for layer-based compositing, a new AI-based depth map tool and GPU-accelerated clean plate and anagylph tools. Also available inside DaVinci Resolve 18.5
A version of the Fusion toolset is included in DaVinci Resolve, Blackmagic Design’s colour grading, editing and visual effects software, version 18.5 of which has also just been released. DaVinci Resolve gets more promotional support than Fusion Studio, so the demo video above is actually for DaVinci Resolve 18.5, but the new features shown are common to both applications. Initial USD support for movie VFX pipelines
One of the key changes in Fusion Studio 18.5 is initial USD support. Visual effects artists working in pipelines based around the Universal Scene Description get the option to import data in USD format, including geometry, materials, lights, cameras and animation. The implementation supports .usdc, .usda and .usdz files. There is also a basic set of tools for manipulating, relighting and rendering imported USD assets: you can find a complete list in this forum post. New Multi-merge node adds a layer stack to Fusion
Another significant new feature is Multi-merge, a new tool to “connect and manage multiple foreground sources as a composited layer stack”. It makes is possible to composite shots using a layer-based workflow along the lines of that in tools like After Effects, as well as through the node-based workflow traditionally used in Fusion. Users can change the order or visibility of foreground sources via a Layer List palette in the Inspector, and edit layer properties like position, size and apply mode via the layer properties palette below. AI-based depth map generator and GPU-accelerated Clean Plate and Anaglyph features
Fusion Studio also integrates DaVinci Resolve Studio’s AI-based depth map generator, which automatically generates depth maps from source footage, for use in generating effects like fog and depth of field. The release notes also list GPU-accelerated Clean Plate and Anaglyph features, although there is no more information than that, and “up to 3x faster renders” when using the splitter tool. Pricing and system requirements
Fusion Studio 18.5 is available for Windows 10+, macOS 12.0+ and CentOS 7.3+/Rocky Linux 8.6+. New licences of Fusion Studio cost $295. The update is free to existing users. The Fusion toolset in the free edition of DaVinci Resolve has a maximum image resolution of 16k x 16k and lacks network rendering and advanced playback capabilities. See a feature comparison table.
Read a full list of new features in Fusion Studio 18.5 in the online release notes
This can be done through meditation, trance states, or other altered states of consciousness. It is important to note that vehicle witchcraft, like any form of witchcraft or magic, is a personal and individual practice. There is no one right or wrong way to practice vehicle witchcraft, and individuals may incorporate their own beliefs, rituals, or techniques into their practice. Overall, vehicle witchcraft is a fascinating and often misunderstood aspect of magical practice. Whether seen as a way to enhance performance, protect against accidents, or connect with the spirit of the vehicle, vehicle witchcraft offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and their vehicles..
Reviews for "Spells on Wheels: The Modern Practice of Vehicle Witchcraft"
- Jessica - 1 star - This book was a total disappointment. The plot was confusing and disjointed, and the characters were completely unrelatable. I couldn't even finish it because it was just too boring. I expected a thrilling and engaging story about vehicle witchcraft, but instead, I was left scratching my head and wondering what I just wasted my time on. Definitely not recommended.
- John - 2 stars - "Vehicle Witchcraft Close By" had a promising concept, but unfortunately, it fell flat. The pacing was incredibly slow, and I found myself struggling to stay engaged throughout. The writing style was convoluted and lacked clarity, making it difficult to follow the plot. The characters were poorly developed and lacked depth, making it hard to care about their fates. Overall, I was left disappointed by this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.
- Sarah - 1 star - I regret wasting my time on "Vehicle Witchcraft Close By". The story was confusing, and the author failed to provide any meaningful explanation or context for the world of vehicle witchcraft. The characters were one-dimensional, and their actions were often illogical and inconsistent. The writing style was also subpar, with grammatical errors and awkward sentence structures throughout. I found myself frustrated and uninvested in the story, and I cannot recommend this book to anyone.