Sanse works with a wide range of spirits, from Dominican ‘21 Divisions’, Haitian Vodou as well as potentially working with spiritual entities associated with particular cultural communities, such as from Asia, Indian Subcontinent, Europe and Indigenous spirits inherent in many lands.
Many spirits in Sanse are very personable, occasionally demanding, and sometimes with langauge or habits that would make a sailor blush! But they all share a commonality in that they are willing work with us on particular problems for a fair exchange of energy - this may be financial, but it may be that they request a service be done by you in their name. By helping you elevate spiritually, they help themselves elevate.
A small selection of popular 21 Divisions/Vodoun spirits that are often worked with includes:
Belie Belcan (Saint Michael)
In matters of injustice and wrong-doing, Belie Belcan is called on for wise counsel and effective action. An older gent, armed with a bladed weapon like a machete, battle hardened Belie draws from his experience in overcoming negativity and administering swift justice. As a crafter of protections, he is as effective on the defence as the offense, sometimes working hand in hand with Candelo. Never try to pull the wool over his eyes, because he knows the true source of any situation - but nor will he harshly treat those who can admit to their own mistakes in a situation and make amends.
Candelo Sedife (Saint Charles)
‘Old Man’ Candelo is a strong spirit of fire. In possession he will heat himself up with candles, grab his glass of rum and fire up a cigar before getting down to serious business - telling you how it is. As one of the most powerful Misterios he demands much respect, but this seemingly stern and serious side is balanced by a great love of children and their wellbeing, for he is also being healer and breaker of negativity and cursing.
Papa Legba (Saint Anthony)
Papa Legba is the Guardian of the gate between the worlds, and it is by his grace that the roads become open for spiritual assistance. As the holder of the keys he can open opportunities and new paths before you, and can achieve the near impossible in some circumstances. But always remember it is up to you to take advantage of the opportunity - he only opens the door, and does not control your free will to make of it what you will.
Anaisa Pyé (Saint Anne)
Anaisa Pyé, of the Metrésa Division, is very feminine and flirty, and to many is regarded as the Queen of Love. While liking the finer things in life, she can be a quite down-to-earth character, sharing a beer or two during possession with those around her, and having a laugh with them (or sometimes having a laugh at them). For all her exuberance, she can also get quite serious to provide wise counsel on matters of the heart, and matters of the purse.
Papa Ghede (Saint Expedite)
Amongst the most crude, greedy and lazy Misterios is the skeletal Papa Ghede, one of the most important of the Cemetery Division. But don’t be fooled into thinking he is a spirit to be avoided. When you overcome your own conservative sensibilities, one can easily laugh and revel in the joyous abandon of this spirit and begin to perceive the wisdom and straight-talking advice he hides amongst his antics. He is a powerful healer, protector of the young and potent magician. His obsession with ‘innuendo’ also reflects his powers in fertility - the cycle of death and rebirth is at the core of his being. If appropriately compensated his work can indeed happen very quickly - after all he doesn’t like having to spend too long at any task if he can help it!