In Russia, where the fuel crisis has reached its peak, drivers forced to stand in queues for hours for just 10–20 liters of gasoline are increasingly turning to unconventional methods to solve the problem. Against the backdrop of fuel shortages and rising prices on the black market — ranging from 250 to 500 rubles per liter — sorcerers, magicians, and esotericists are actively offering their services. According to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, such rituals are becoming increasingly popular among Russians seeking ways to reduce fuel consumption or "attract" gasoline into their tanks.
Esoteric Services: From Rune Staves to Magical Rituals
According to intelligence data, esotericists offer a wide range of services aimed at the "protection" of vehicles and the optimization of fuel consumption. For example, "wax casting" to remove negative energy costs about 1,500 rubles, the installation of a rune stave costs 7,000, and the "search for magical needles" in the car interior costs 9,000 rubles. Clients are also offered to purchase an amulet called "Bear Paw" for 15,000 rubles or order a full magical ritual with salt and a gold ornament for 16,000 rubles.
Organizers of such services claim that their rituals can not only reduce fuel consumption but also "attract" gasoline or diesel into the fuel tank. However, clients are warned: one must not tell anyone about the performed ritual, otherwise it will not work.
Fuel Crisis: Causes and Consequences
The fuel shortage in Russia is exacerbated by attacks by Ukrainian drones, which have struck oil refineries. This has led to a new surge in retail prices and forced authorities to introduce limits, coupons, and refueling schedules. Despite President Vladimir Putin's statements about the gradual stabilization of the situation, problems with petroleum products remain acute.
Against this backdrop, the services of esotericists appear relatively affordable to many Russians. Instead of spending hours in queues or overpaying on the black market, drivers are willing to invest in magical rituals, hoping for a miracle.
The Psychology of Demand: Why Do People Believe in Magic?
Experts note that in conditions of uncertainty and stress, people often seek alternative ways to solve problems. Magic and esotericism become tools of psychological defense, allowing one to feel a sense of control over the situation. Even if the rituals do not work in a literal sense, they provide hope and the feeling that something can be changed.
Thus, the fuel crisis in Russia has spawned not only economic and logistical problems but also an unexpected surge of interest in mysticism. Sorcerers and magicians, previously remaining on the periphery of public attention, are now becoming part of the daily lives of many Russians seeking salvation from the fuel shortage.
