The Sortes Astrampsychi, or the Oracles of Astrampsychus, allowed users to select a question from a list of 92, generating one of 1,030 potential answers through a randomized number selection.
The Astrampsychi is described by classicist Mary Beard as 'an off-the-peg fortune-telling kit', encapsulating common concerns that drove individuals to seek out clairvoyants for guidance.
Franziska Naether highlights the 'process of mystification' employed by clairvoyants, suggesting that such practices made uncertainty feel more manageable for people seeking guidance on personal dilemmas.
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