Zagan is the 61st spirit described in the Ars Goetia, a grimoire section of the 17th-century Lesser Key of Solomon. He’s depicted as a bull with griffin wings that transforms into a human form upon summoning. Zagan is said to grant abilities like turning water into wine, blood into oil, fools into the wise, and metals into coins. He also reveals hidden truths and makes men witty. Traditionally, he’s neutral but can be commanding if not approached with respect. These rituals stem from Renaissance occult traditions and are for historical or fictional interest—results are unverified and often attributed to psychology or coincidence.
Historical Context
Zagan’s description originates from medieval demonology, influenced by Kabbalah and astrology. He’s associated with the planet Venus and the sign Sagittarius. Summonings in grimoires like this emphasize preparation, circles of protection, and divine names to avoid backlash. Modern interpretations appear in books like The Goetia by S.L. MacGregor Mathers or Aleister Crowley’s editions. Always cross-reference primary sources for accuracy.
Preparation for Summoning
Before any ritual, gather tools and set intentions. This is based on traditional Goetic methods:

Timing: Perform at dawn or dusk on a Tuesday (Mars day for power) or Wednesday (Mercury for wit). Avoid Fridays.
Location: A quiet, dark room. Cleanse with sage or salt water.
Tools:

Black-handled knife or wand.
Incense: Frankincense or myrrh.
Sigil of Zagan (draw it: a central eye-like symbol with horns and wings; search “Zagan sigil” for visuals).
Virgin parchment or paper for writing commands.
Protective circle: Chalk or rope, inscribed with names like Tetragrammaton (YHWH) and planetary seals.


Mindset: Fast for 24 hours. Meditate on your desire (e.g., wisdom or transmutation). Invoke archangels Michael or Raphael for protection.

Step-by-Step Ritual
This is a simplified, traditional evocation from Goetic texts. Adapt at your own risk—it’s symbolic and not guaranteed.

Cast the Circle:

Draw a 9-foot circle. Inside, a triangle for the spirit. Stand facing east.
Recite: “I conjure thee, O Circle of Art, by the power of the Most High, to be a fortress against all evil.”


Light Candles and Incense:

Place black and white candles at cardinal points. Ignite incense.
Anoint yourself with oil (olive mixed with herbs like cinnamon for attraction).


Invocation:

Hold Zagan’s sigil. Chant his enn (a modern summoning phrase): “Zayin ga ‘an, zayin ga ‘an, lif, bar ‘ma yo heh.” Repeat 11 times (his number).
Full call: “Zagan, great king and president, I summon and conjure thee by the power of Adonai, Elohim, and the hosts of heaven. Appear before me in the triangle, visible and affable, without terror or deformity. Obey my commands as written on this parchment.”


Appearance and Command:

Expect visual/auditory hallucinations (bull form shifting to man). If he appears, state your request clearly: “Zagan, by thy office, grant me [specific desire, e.g., ‘the wit to outsmart my rivals’].”
Offer libation (wine or blood symbol—red ink works).


Dismissal:

Thank him: “Zagan, I thank thee for thy presence. Depart in peace to thy abodes.”
Erase the triangle. Extinguish candles counterclockwise.
Banish: “By the power of the pentagram, all spirits depart!”



Warnings and Variations

Risks: Grimoires warn of possession or trickery if the circle breaks. Stop if uncomfortable; ground with salt and laughter.
Modern Twists: Chaos magicians use visualization without tools. Apps or online sigils exist, but authenticity varies.
Ethics: Treat as meditation. If seeking real change, therapy or study beats demons.