#wordless magic

[sapotillam]

I've always wondered how it is possible that spells are not the same depending on the wizard's language. How I am to cast anything if I'm not saying the right incantation? Isn't there a global common name for each spell that every wizard should use? Well I think I found an answer and, frankly, I should have guessed it way earlier.

It doesn't matter what word you use to cast a spell: it's the intention behind the words that matters.

Magic is not something one acquires. It is a power running through the veins of some people, waiting to be used. It doesn't come out of nowhere: when a wizard casts a spell, he bends his own magic to his will. Understand this : it is not the incantation that summons the magic, it is the wizard's intention, his decision to use his own abilities to cure, hurt, make wonders.

According to Ollivander, a wand is just a way to focus a wizard's magic. It is an accessory -however powerful- to rein in the magic and make it follow a precise path. Words and spells are just the same: they are only anchors that help the wizard in the summoning of his power! And it works, especially for children, who cannot control the strength of the magic running wild in them.

Of course, I assume that it is easier to cast in you own language to grab the meaning of the spell. This is why Fleur Delacour will get the same red lighting when saying "Stupéfix!" as Harry Potter when he yells "Stupefy!": all of those spells, translated in other languages or not, are hiding the same goal. Wether somebody gets hit by "Endoloris" or "Crucio", if the caster intended harm, they will suffer all the same.

And this theory is reinforced by many other facts! (Yeah, I've thought it through.) Like: I was saying that a wand is just a way of conveying the magic, and not of producing it. As a consequence, wizards can borrow other wands to cast ; it will work. They won't get results as impressive as with their own wand, because of all the the-wand-chooses-the-wizard thing, but still: it's their own magic they're using, and not a magical artefact! (And so if I follow my line of thought, a Muggle couldn't do anything with a wand. Or just a little if the wand, you know, kept a little power, just like a electronic device. Wich seems... Kinda logical?)

Another example: wandless magic. Wizards no longer need a tool to focus their magic. Their will is enough to summon their magic and make it obey. Isn't that amazing? It shows that some advanced wizards no longer need help to control their power, they're getting stronger than that!

And finally, the most obvious and final example (because you know, always keep your most striking argument for the end of your essay): wordless magic. I mean. Do I even have to expound? In sixth year - so early, and I never thought of it ONCE- , Harry gets taught how to use his magic without the need of an incantation. Isn't that the ultimate proof to show that words are, actually, meaningless? A French wizard, an British one and a Bulgarian one could all cast the same spell without understanding one word of what's being said between them, because the final truth is this: it doesn't matter.

[seashells-and-stormclouds]

"Make One Wrong Move" Curse

This curse is for people who are dangerously close to to making a mistake that will do some serious harm, people who have hurt you (or others) more than once, or for people who like to cause havoc and reap no consequences. The idea is that anytime the target does something to hurt you or someone else, the curse will be there to do its work, surrounding them with general fuckery. It's a "keep to your path, mind your business, and don't fuck with me or anyone else" sort of curse.

You will need:

🗡️ An empty toilet paper roll, or an empty paper towel roll cut in half.

🗡️ A taglock, picture, or their name written as fully as you know it. If you use the latter, it's better to meditate on this paper and visualize who you are cursing for specificity.

🗡️ Pins

🗡️Tape, paper, or cloth

🗡️ Red or black string

🗡️ Lime or lemon peel (dried); red, black, or cayenne pepper; rose thorns; dirt (optional.)

🗡️ A black candle (or use a color you associate with the target)

🗡️ Dragon's Blood incense for an extra “kick”, and for protection

To begin:

Note: this is best performed on a Tuesday or Saturday/on a full, waning, or new moon.

🔮 Light your incense and candle, create your space to cast, and call forth any deities you may want to work with.

🔮 Focus on the taglock/write your target's name down and meditate on it, focusing on the person the curse is intended for.

🔮 Place the taglock or the slip of paper into the paper towel roll and (carefully!) begin driving the pins into the empty roll, like a pincushion. The idea is that the taglock will be suspended in the middle of the inside of the roll by all of the pins, so that they have to stick to a "straight and narrow" path.

🔮 Close one end of your roll with paper, tape, or cloth and add in your optional ingredients (note: the herbs I mentioned are placeholders, albeit ones that will still mess your target up, feel free to substitute your preferred cursing herbs, if you have them!), imagining how these things may affect them in time.

🔮 Wrap your string around the pins, weaving a web around the roll to bind the target.

🔮 When you are done, close the other end with cloth, paper, or tape, and seal the roll with the wax from your candle.

🔮 Though this curse will work on its own time, you can shake the roll anytime they piss you off just to throw a curve ball their way. ;)

To undo the curse:

🥀 Soften the wax with a lighter and begin taking the pins out, imagining the target relaxing with each one you pull out, easing them back into normalcy.

🥀 When you have your pins back, burn the roll, herbs, tape, and all to release the energy of the curse back into the earth. Additionally, PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN BURNING THE REMNANTS OF THE CURSE. Since many curse ingredients may be toxic, be sure to DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE you decide to include them in this curse.

[rosielovemore]

Wordless & Wandless Magic

Greetings, magical beings of Tumblr! Today, let's explore the enchanting realm of wordless and wandless magic—a realm where power and concentration intertwine, and spells come to life without the need for spoken incantations or wands.

Wordless magic is a remarkable skill that can be both innate and learned. For those born with this gift, it flows effortlessly, while others can acquire it through dedicated practice. However, mastering wordless magic is no easy task, demanding intense concentration and a strong force of will, especially in the early stages of learning.

Wordless magic operates by either silently reciting the incantation in one's mind with unwavering intention or visualizing the desired outcome in the case of simpler spells. However, it's important to note that wordless magic cannot be combined with wandless magic unless one possesses proper training in both arts.

Wandless magic, on the other hand, is a more challenging and less common skill to acquire. It involves focusing one's magical energy into the hands or another extremity, bypassing the use of a wand. While it is less mentally taxing than wordless magic, it demands a higher level of control and power. The consequences of misusing wandless magic can be severe, ranging from minor mishaps to more significant repercussions.

Wands, like fizzle computers, act as conduits for our magical abilities, allowing us to extend our reach and enhance our spellcasting prowess. They serve as a channel through which our intentions and energies flow, enabling us to consistently perform complex feats of magic with greater ease and precision.

While wandless magic can indeed be performed, it is undeniably more challenging. It requires a profound mastery of one's magical power and the ability to command it effortlessly and precisely. The complexity of a spell directly correlates with the difficulty of performing it without a wand. Just as computers empower fizzles to effortlessly perform intricate calculations, wands grant wizards the means to consistently achieve remarkable magical feats.

It's worth noting that mishaps in wandless magic can have unexpected consequences. A spell gone awry may result in the loss of a hand or singed eyebrows, depending on the nature of the intended spell. While under the guidance of a skilled professional, the chances of such mishaps are rare, they can occur during the learning process. However, many of these consequences can be rectified through healing or reversal spells, although some may prove more challenging to undo.

[freederoam]

Irritated, she gestured toward a sign with the words ‘no food or drink on this side’ printed on it.

[lauradefendszeearth]

weird fandom pet peeves:

There is not wandless magic in the Harry Potter books I swear on Merlin's pants. 

I have had this debate before.  People trying to tell me there is wandless magic in the books.  I will be doing a re-read and paying attention.

But I swear on Merlin's baggy y-fronts they only show wandless magic in the movies and it is utter bullshit.  

and it BOTHERS ME.

Harry had trouble with WORDLESS magic not WANDLESS.

this is incoherent as I am about to leave but you get the picture.

If anyone responds to this, I will not be home until late this evening so don't be mad if I don't get back to you.