In “Witchcraft” a group of humans convene and attempt to stop the ongoing, apocalyptic storms. Channeling the four elements, they begin to recite incantations on behalf of a blood moon goddess. Despite their attempts, the plans are foiled by a black cat named Beowulf who knocks a candle down onto a stack of scriptures which ignites a taxidermied gila monster that is subsequently turned into a dragon that attacks the witches. The song is based around a distinct use of time signatures and a main riff that Joey said evokes the supernatural. “When ‘Witchcraft’ comes, there’s that eastern-y lead sound, which feels like an incantation or the occult.”

“Witchcraft” holds a few references to other songs in the band’s discography. The recognizable melody appears in the track “Motor Spirit” and “Dawn Of Eternal Night.” The breakdown in the song (2:29 and 3:45) which originally appeared in “Hell’s Itch” (2:53) reappears on “Dragon” (0:53) and “Flamethrower” (4:28) as well as The Silver Cord song “Chang’e.” The song’s ending bass line is also reprised at the end of “Dragon” (8:43). “Witchcraft” may also reference this song lyrically, with its mention of a blood moon goddess that may allude to Chang’e, the goddess of the moon in Chinese mythology. The extended version of that song includes quotes of “Witchcraft”’s bridge, as well as extensive use of the word “witchcraft.” Beowulf is also mentioned in the extended version of “Extinction.” “Witchcraft” was released on June 16th, 2023 and became the b-side of “Gila Monster” for a limited edition 7” sold during the band’s record fair in Los Angeles.