A binding spell is a type of spell that is used to "bind" things such as people and powers, depending on the purpose of the casting. Binding spells serve a variety of purposes, ranging from personal protection against others spells to ensuring a happy marriage to a new partner. In ancient Greek and Rome, binding spells were used to "bind" people up to different outcomes in sporting events, business, and personal affairs related to love and even revenge. These spells had known formulas and named involved parties, like gods and people, and then connected them to actions or results. Binding spells can be relatively easy to difficult, and they can require different supplies depending on the spell. For example, a binding spell might require a rope to hold what you are binding, and the chant varies depending on what you are binding. It is important to note that binding spells are not toys and should be used only when absolutely necessary.