Wicha Image Collection - Thai Magic Symbols

This directory contains visual assets for the Akom Akara Training System, focusing on Thai and Southeast Asian magical symbols, yantras, and sacred geometry.

Directory Structure

wicha/
├── yant/           # Sak Yant designs (Hah Taew, Gao Yord, Paed Tidt, etc.)
├── symbols/        # Unalome, Ongk Phra, Na symbols, magical script
├── geometry/       # Sacred geometric shapes (triangle, circle, lotus, etc.)
├── kata/           # Khom script for specific kata/incantations
└── README.md       # This file

Image Requirements

File Format

• Preferred: SVG (scalable, clean lines, small file size)
• Acceptable: PNG with transparent background (high resolution, 1000px+ width)
• Avoid: JPG (compression artifacts interfere with symbol clarity)

Naming Convention

• Use kebab-case: hah-taew.svg, unalome-lotus.png
• Include variant suffixes if needed: triangle-trimurti.svg, triangle-simple.svg
• Number duplicates: lotus-8-petal.svg, lotus-16-petal.svg

Yant (Sak Yant) Collection

Sacred tattoo designs from Thai Buddhist and animistic traditions.

Priority Designs:

• Hah Taew (ห้าแถว) - Five Sacred Lines
• Gao Yord (เก้ายอด) - Nine Peaks
• Paed Tidt (แปดทิศ) - Eight Directions
• Suea Hong (เสือหงษ์) - Tiger and Hongsa
• Ong Phra (องค์พระ) - Buddha image outline

Sourcing Notes:

• Prefer simplified line drawings over photographic references
• Maintain authentic proportions and element positioning
• Document source/attribution in comments or separate attribution file

Symbols Collection

Individual magical symbols and script elements.

Categories:

• Unalome: Path to enlightenment symbol (various styles)
• Ongk Phra: Buddha silhouette variations
• Na Symbols: Khom/Thai script for "Na" (earth element)
• Khom Script: Individual sacred characters
• Sealing Symbols: Circular and linear sealing patterns

Geometry Collection

Fundamental sacred geometric shapes used in yantra construction.

Basic Shapes:

• Triangle (Trimurti - three divine aspects)
• Circle (Cosmic wholeness, protection boundary)
• Square (Four elements, stability)
• Lotus (Various petal counts: 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 108)
• Hexagram (Star of union, balance)

Complex Patterns:

• Magic squares (3x3, 4x4, 5x5)
• Mandala outlines
• Nested geometric patterns

Kata Collection

Khom script representations of specific magical incantations.

Examples:

• Na Ma Pa Ta (นะ มะ พะ ทะ) - Four elements
• A I U E O (อะ อิ อุ เอ โอ) - Sacred vowels
• Specific kata from src/_data/incantations.json

Attribution and Licensing

Self-Created SVGs

All SVG files created specifically for this project are original works based on traditional designs:

• Creator: Liuren Magic Sanctuary Project
• License: MIT (same as project)
• Authentic sources used as reference (BuddhaMagic.com, academic texts)

External Sources

When using images from external sources, document here:

Usage in Training System

Images in this directory are referenced by src/js/akara-training.js in the IMAGE_DATASETS object:

const IMAGE_DATASETS = {
  sakYant: [
    { image: "/images/wicha/yant/hah-taew.svg", name: "Hah Taew", meaning: "Five Sacred Lines" },
  ],
  geometry: [
    { image: "/images/wicha/geometry/triangle.svg", name: "Triangle", meaning: "Trimurti" },
  ],
};

When adding new images:

1. Place file in appropriate subdirectory
2. Add entry to IMAGE_DATASETS in akara-training.js
3. Test in training system at /wicha/akara-training/

Accuracy and Cultural Sensitivity

Critical Guidelines:

• Verify accuracy against authentic sources (BuddhaMagic.com, recognized Ajarns)
• Avoid using sacred symbols frivolously or out of context
• Respect living traditions - these are not mere decorative elements
• When uncertain about correctness, mark as "study version" or "approximation"

Sources for Verification:

• BuddhaMagic.com (authentic Thai magical teachings)
• Thai temple websites (Wat Bangphra, etc.)
• Academic publications on Sak Yant and Thai occultism
• Recognized practitioners and lineage holders

Future Additions

Planned Collections:

• Lanna (Northern Thai) specific symbols
• Khmer magical script variations
• Animistic spirit symbols (Phra Ngang, etc.)
• Astrological symbols for fate manipulation (Serm Duang)
• Protective boundary patterns

Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Image Count: 0 (infrastructure ready, awaiting sourcing) Training System: Integrated with Akom Akara flashcard system