Magic in fiction
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Magic in fiction is the endowment of characters or objects in works of fiction or fantasy with powers that do not naturally occur in the real world. Magic often serves as a plot device and has long be
The Magic Circle, 1886 by John William Waterhouse
Magic item
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A magic item is any object that has magical powers inherent in it. These may act on their own or be the tools of the person or being whose hands they fall into. Magic items are commonly found in both
Magic in fiction
…in folklore), others like Harry Potter portray magic as an innate talent, equivalent for example to perfect pitch. In some works, such as fairy tales, magic items either endow the main characters with magical powers or have magical powers themselves. Writers often use them as plot devices or MacGuffins to drive…
Juno Borrowing the Belt of Venus by Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun: the Belt of Venus is an object used as a love charm