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Magical Wands: A Cornucopia of Wand Lore

Magical Wands: A Cornucopia of Wand Lore

Author: Donald Firesmith is the prize-winning author of speculative fiction including The Secrets of Hawthorne House (teen paranormal urban fantasy), the Hell Holes series (alien invasion science fiction), and Magical Wands: A Cornucopia of Wand Lore (fantasy). Named a Distinguished Engineer by the Association of Computing Machinery, he is also the author of 7 technical books in system and software engineering. In his spare time, he crafts one-of-a-kind jeweled magic wands. It was only an old book that the professor found while traveling by train through Scotland. A scholar of medieval history, Professor George Smith was on sabbatical studying Scottish legends and myths when he chanced to meet an aged Scotsman and his granddaughter on their way to her new boarding school in the Isles of Skye. The young girl had accidentally left her book behind, and the professor picked it up meaning to send it on to her. But then he looked inside and discovered it was no ordinary book. It was a school textbook on magic. Could it be real? Could it have actually been left by accident and found by chance? Or was it all an elaborate hoax played on the unsuspecting professor? Did he ever find the secret Isles of Skye School of Magick? Did he ever discover the hidden world of wizards and witches implied by the book's very existence? Or did they find him? The professor vanished soon afterwards, and the answers are unknown. Read the book and decide for yourself. Magical Wands: A Cornucopia of Wand Lore is that textbook from The Isles of Skye School of Magick. The first chapter begins with a basic overview of magic wands followed by an introduction to magical theory including the four planes of existence (Astral, Spectral, Physical, and Daemonic), the five metaphysical elementals (Quintessence, Air, Fire, Earth, and Water), and the three preternatural phases of Light, Twilight, and Darkness. It also contains sets of the commonly used spells associated with each of these elementals and phases. The first chapter then describes the different types of wands, their components, how they are crafted, and how they are used to cast spells. Chapter two teaches the 17 principles of wand making. Chapters three through six comprehensively cover the materials used to make magic wands including magical creatures (both beings and beasts), magical woods, mystical crystals, and mystical metals. Chapter seven documents 26 famous and infamous witches and wizards, their wands, and how well their wands suited their needs. Chapter eight concludes the textbook by nicely summarizing the contents of the entire textbook. Each of the chapters ends with student exercises, the answers of which are included in the back of the textbook which also includes a glossary, references, and afterword by the editor. If you have ever wondered what young witches and wizards actually study in their hidden magic schools, then this book is for you.
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Metal Puppets

Metal Puppets

The global war ended two hundred years ago, not with a bang, but with a whimper. Nations fought until resources were almost completely exhausted. By the time a cease-fire was called, the ability to return to the pre-war industrial era was nearly impossible. With the lack of resources, humanity declined to a quasi-medieval society of city states. Now 200 years later "Metalmancers" or those with the ability to control and shape metal have started to appear. With these Metalmancers and their abilities to salvage and possibly operate pre-war technology, forces have started to come into play to vie for control, once again sending this scarred planet into war. Mand and Val are two such Metalmancers who have been living on their own for the past several years. With new forces in play and old enemies on their trail, will they be able to lean on each other to survive this new emerging world? ** It's really hard to fly a dragon made of metal. They could of made a bull, a horse, or really any simple device that could haul a wedge-shaped plow, but someone insisted that they try and build a bloody dragon. That someone now had her hands wrapped around Mand's waist and was having the time of her life. "See, I told you this was a great idea," Val exclaimed. "We'll have that field done in no time!" "You're not the one trying to steer this thing," Mand returned. "Now be a good sister and lower the tail so we can get to work." Mand felt Val shift her weight and suddenly become very still as she began to concentrate. Inside the shell of the dragon, a complex system of gears began to whirr and rotate. The dragon's tail began to curve beneath the belly of the construct, until the wedge-shaped tip curved towards the ground. Mand had her work cut out for her as well. She focused her mind on pumping the dragon's wings to keep aloft. The descended tail made the whole operation twice as taxing as it was before. The tail clicked in place and Mand began their pass towards the field below. "Are you sure this will work?" she questioned her sister. "It's my butt too," Val pouted. "You should have more faith in my plan!" Mand brought the dragon closer and closer to the earth. She began to sweat as the ground inched closer. Finally, at the edge of the field, the tip of the tail sunk into the soft earth, plowing a furrow as the dragon swooped along. When the dragon reached the far end of the field, Mand pumped the wings to get them back in the air. It was only when she brought the dragon around for another pass that she realized how hard she was breathing. "See, I told you this would work!" Val shouted happily, kicking her legs out as they approached the field once again. Mand felt darkness overtake her.
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Heavy Metal Blues Box Set

Heavy Metal Blues Box Set

Multi-published author J.D. Walker brings you four gay erotic romances that will warm your heart, from the quirky story which pits a country music fan against a "metal boy" to the bittersweet tale of a rigid CFO who always says the wrong thing to the man he loves. Housemates, secrets, a sunny attitude, and an executive who needs to let loose all connect to bring each other out of the Heavy Metal Blues.<br><br>Contains the stories:<br><br><strong>Heavy Metal Cowboy Blues</strong>: Lester "Les" McCoy loves his country music. He's also in lust with Damien Ridley -- the 'metal boy' who lives downstairs -- despite his very loud music tastes which drive Les crazy! He's an old prairie bachelor, and thinks Damien is too young for him. But, a gay-bashing and some friendly advice lead Les to use Patsy Cline and canary yellow underpants to get the stud he's always wanted.<br><br><strong>Heavy Metal Bicycle Blues</strong>: Kenny Culpepper is a spin instructor, but he used to do more with his life. He’s still recovering from the homophobic attack by his former roommate, Biff Tremonte, and when he receives a letter from Biff’s brother, Kenny’s not sure what to do. But the two men meet, and Cypher Tremonte confesses that he was also a victim of Biff’s rage. What they find together is unexpected, and could become love.<br><br><strong>Heavy Metal Sunshine Blues</strong>: Sonny Bonhomie is happy to sleep with Noah Stiles, a sexy guy he meets at a club. But then he finds out that Noah has a boyfriend, and confronts him about it. Worse, Noah tells Sonny the real reason he slept with him in the first place. Heartbroken, Sonny goes to a new LGBT bookstore and runs into Bruce, a bartender he knows. They hit it off, and Sonny’s sunshine blues might just be over.<br><br><strong>Heavy Metal Heartfelt Blues</strong>: Bridges Barfield is a stern, rigid man who’s hard to please. But then he meets Trenton LeDoux, he of the magenta hair, lip ring, and free spirit, and they hit it off. Trenton seems to be stuck in the past with his dead husband, however. Bridges tries to help, but suffers from saying-the-wrong-thing disease. It takes many missteps before these men finally have a union that’s truly heartfelt.
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Are the wands at Comic Con real?
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2024-10-02 22:41
Most of the wands at Comic Con are replicas or props made for display and cosplay purposes, not the actual magical wands from fictional universes.
What is the story and significance behind wands?
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2024-09-28 21:15
Wands often have a rich story in various fictional universes. They can symbolize power, magic, and the ability to channel and control supernatural forces.
In the 'Harry Potter uses 2 wands' fanfiction, how does he manage to use two wands effectively?
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2024-11-08 18:55
Well, in some fanfictions, Harry might use magic from both wands simultaneously by channeling different types of magic through each. For example, one wand could be used for defensive spells while the other for offensive ones.
What are the most famous magic wands in novels?
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2024-12-13 06:17
One of the most famous is Harry Potter's wand in the 'Harry Potter' series. It's made of holly with a phoenix feather core. Another is Gandalf's staff in 'The Lord of the Rings', which functions much like a magic wand. It has great power and is used to combat evil. Also, in 'The Chronicles of Narnia', Aslan's magic is sometimes channeled through a wand - like object, which is quite well - known in the world of Narnia.
How are the founders' wands described in Harry Potter fanfiction?
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2024-12-03 11:39
Often, Godric Gryffindor's wand is described as bold and fiery. It might be made of a red - hued wood with a golden core, and it gives off a warm glow when in use. Salazar Slytherin's wand could be a sleek, dark - colored wand, perhaps made of ebony, with a core that has a connection to snakes or dark magic (not in an evil way, but in a way that represents mystery).
Who might be the antagonists in a 'Harry Steals Wands' fanfic?
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2024-11-24 00:39
Another possible antagonist could be a dark wizard who has a special interest in the wands that Harry is stealing. This dark wizard might want these wands for his own evil plans and sees Harry as a competitor. So, he would try to stop Harry from stealing the wands while also trying to get his hands on them himself.
What are the effects of the brother wands in Harry Potter fanfic?
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2024-11-19 08:17
Well, in fanfic, the brother wands' effect could be that they resonate with each other. When one wizard casts a spell, the other's wand might react in a similar way. It could be a sign of their deep connection, perhaps related to the core of the wands or the destiny of the wizards who possess them. This can be used by authors to create dramatic moments, like when the wands' connection reveals a hidden truth or helps in a time of great need.
How do Percy and Annabeth interact with wands in fanfic?
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2024-11-16 22:55
They might interact with wands in a hesitant way at first. Percy, being used to his own powers, could be skeptical about relying on a wand. Annabeth would probably be more open - minded and start studying the wands right away. For example, she might find an old book in a wizard's library about wand lore and share it with Percy.
What is '4 wands harry potter fanfic' all about?
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2024-11-15 05:05
In a '4 wands harry potter fanfic', the four wands could be central to a complex plot. It could be set in a time when the wizarding world is in chaos and these four wands are seen as the key to restoring order. There might be a prophecy related to the four wands, and the characters are trying to figure out what it means. It could also involve new characters who are specifically connected to these wands, and their actions and decisions drive the story forward. Maybe there are magical duels where the power of these four wands is put to the test against other powerful wands in the wizarding world.
Ask for the meaning of the various wands in Harry Potter novels.
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2024-09-20 05:49
In the Harry Potter novels, the meaning of the various wand cores is as follows: Harry's wand has a golden flower at the center, representing Harry's courage and justice. Hermione's wand had a butterfly at the center, representing wisdom and freedom. Ron's wand has a red bird at the center, representing loyalty and friendship. Sirius's wand had a skull at the center, representing death and loneliness. Voldemort's wand had a dark pattern at the center, representing evil and destruction. The meaning of these wands plays an important role in the novel. They represent the personalities and qualities of different characters and help readers better understand these characters.
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