Post by SKYLAR :D on Apr 4, 2012 9:09:12 GMT -5
'The wand chooses the wizard, Mr. Potter. It's not always clear why.' -Ollivander
Preferences:of which or core you want your wand to have can be posted in OOC but not all cores are suited to certain witches or wizards!
Cores:Can often be paired with other cores, common are well more common, exotic are very rare and rarely choose everyday wizards
Length:
Depends on personal preference and best compatibility with witch or wizard.
Flexibility:
whippy < easiest to learn and cast, least powerful
swishy
flexible
springy
sturdy
inflexible
rigid < hardest to learn and cast, most powerful
delicate – a special case. It takes special care to learn spells with this wand, but it is rarely extremely powerful. They tend to choose witches and wizards with somewhat frail personalities, and once a spell is learned, although it is not as strong, it is extremely reliable
The wand decides: If they choose you they may spray sparks from the end, float a little upon your hand, or seem to shake or glow
If you need your wand just make another thread with your name!!
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Here is where you can find everything you need to know about Knarvik wands cores and woods!!
Cores:
Common Animal Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.
Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.
Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.
Exotic Animal Cores
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.
Ashwinder Ash
As times get tougher we must get tougher with them! I’ve always said the best offense is a good defense. This core is best for protection charms.
Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.
Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.
Badger Tail
This core will give you a greater sense of organization, as well as a stubborn determination to succeed. Recommended for more complex spells.
Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.
Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.
Centaur Tail Hair
While the Centaur may not trust most Wizards they are still considered very wise and logical, making this a very stable material for your core. They are also known for their skillfulness in healing making this core useful in healing charms. Good for power, protection, general magic.
Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.
Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control.
Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.
Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.
Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.
Gnome Hat
Stolen from the Gnomes that inhabit Bethania's own herb garden. This particular core works curiously well for the extremely mischeivous.
GRINDYLOW TOOTH - A powerful but temperamental core. Works extremely well with hexes, jinxes and curses. Though it has been known to occasionally back-fire on the user.
Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.
Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.
Hippogriff Talon(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.
Kelpie hair(s)
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.
LEPRECHAUN HAIR
If you’re not Irish I’m afraid selling you this core would be quite unwise. It can be a bit temperamental to the non-Irish.
MANTICORE HAIR - A perfect core for protection charms, works best for those who are brave, loyal, strong and fierce.
MERMAID SCALE - This core will provide the best positive effects for the more creative and elusive wand bearers.
OWL FEATHER - Can be useful in a pinch as a way to solve unexpected problems, acquire wisdom, provide insight through dark times, maintain secrecy and improve sensory reception.
RAVEN FEATHER - This core will help the wand bearer obtain a higher level of energy and imagination. As it works well to bring about change it works well for Transfiguration and Charm work.
RUNESPOOR FANG - The students tell me that there isn’t a Witch or Wizard who went bad who wasn’t from Slytherin. Strange that I’ve only ever seen this core sold to them. While the Slytherin students are not keen to share with me my research has shown that this core has the ability to amplify spells that can help you attain your deepest darkest dreams. This can be dangerous, as many times one cannot admit even to oneself what those dreams truly are.
SPHINX FUR - For those with a quick wit who wish to make it even quicker. I recommend this core only for those who are able to keep a level head and control their emotions. If used when the wand bearer is enraged the core can be highly unpredictable and even dangerous for both the user and the Witch or Wizard on the opposite end of the wand.
SPIDER WEB - Works best with creative people as it helps to inspire.
THESTRAL HAIR - If you cannot see a Thestral, this core is not for you. Thus, it is not for the faint hearted. Should you be able to use this core it will help you keep your bearings, even in the most confusing and trying times.
Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.
WEREWOLF HAIR - More rare then that of the Phoenix feather, as they are much harder to obtain; putting the person seeking it at great risk. This core will help you to dominate an opponent and achieve emotional balance; it is also good for use in transfiguration.
Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of cores.
Herbal Cores
ANGELICA (Angelica Archangelica) - Grown for it’s flavoring abilities and medicinal properties. Muggles once believed that this plant would protect a person who carried it from witchcraft. We now know that is it quite the opposite. The herb could be used to keep Muggles away from areas populated by Witches or Wizards. This technique was later replaced by various Muggle repelling charms. Brewed into a tea and sprinkled in the corners of a house to keep evil away. Highly protective, can be used at the beginning and closing of rituals for blessing and banishing.
CABBAGE - While this is not an herb the plant is used even today as a quick fix for a wicked Wizard hangover and may even prevent drunkenness. Little is known about it’s use in wands, though there has never been any negative effects.
CARAWAY (kumina) - A docile plant, in no way poisonous. Caraway is an important ingredient in certain love potions. Some believes it offers protection from the evil eye. In addition, it prevents mischievous spirits and thieves from entering or in some cases exiting the house. If you have a naughty house elf, this could be the plant for you.
**CARDAMOM - The ground seeds are added to warmed wine for a quick lust potion. They are also baked into apple pies for a wonderful amatory pastry, and are added to love sachets and incenses. The effects are barely noticeable and do not last long; at most they give the receiver a sense of euphoria.
CAMPHOR - To totally cleanse and banish. Used to ward off unwanted advances from others, in healing and to stimulate psychic senses.
CEDAR - Psychic and protective. Has a way of keeping psychic channels open while protecting the operator. Use to anoint the 3rd eye.
**CINNAMON - Cinnamon is an herb of consecration, an herb of purification, a visionary herb, and an herb of love. Cinnamon is a popular herb to use in money charms to draw prosperity. Use it for Magical healing, and to help clairvoyance. Would be good for consecrating any wand in conjunction with a gemstone. The Magic of this herb is said to be peaceful. It can be used to enhance one's skill with prophecy through channeling, working with an oracle, or through divination.
**FENNEL - Fennel is a counter-magic herb, and an herb of protection. Fennel is purported to increase the length of one's incarnation. It also provides us with help when facing danger, making us strong of heart and capable of facing dire times. We may work with Fennel to protect us against negative energy from external sources. Fennel is best gathered at Midsummer's Eve and then hung as a protective charm in one's home.
FRANKINCENSE -Associated with the male principle as Myrrh is associated with the female principle. A mixture of both in an incense creates a balance. It is a good "white" magical base to receive other herbs or oils. Often used for protection or in money drawing recipes. Long used as a divinatory offering, in consecration and to raise the spiritual vibrations of a place. It aids in meditation and is used to obtain blessings and general prosperity.
GARLIC - Protected people from various kinds of evil forces. (e.g. plague, evil witchcraft, vampires, scorpions and snakes). Like many other magical plants it was also an aphrodisiac (if taken with coriander and neat wine). It was also believed to increase courage.
LILY OF THE VALLEY - Used for calming and blessing. A very gentle wand ingredient perfect for the beginner or the highly skilled.
**MARJORAM - Marjoram is an herb of love, protection, and a funeral herb. Wild Marjoram may be used in Handfastings and marriages. It is also a useful bathing herb to prepare for the day of joining. Wild Marjoram may be used to invoke Thor, Jove, or Jupiter. Add it to love charms or sachets. It may be hung at the altar or in the home for protection. It is a good herb to give to a grieving person to draw happiness into their life. Wild Marjoram may be planted upon a loved one's grave to extend blessings and wishes for a joyful reincarnation.
**TARRAGON - Tarragon is an herb of consecration and is ruled by Mars. Tarragon brings a Magic that promotes compassion for others. It might be useful to caregivers, helping them extend love and nurturing without becoming martyrs. This herb is also recommended for those recovering from abusive situations, for it helps them reclaim their strength and independence.
THYME - A favorite with the spirits, it encourages positive vibrations and actions. Used for protection (especially from the negative energy of others), for courage and for cleansing.
ALLSPICE - A catalyst. Works on higher planes for good or evil. Tends to affect the mind and thoughts of the person on whom it's used, for instance luck or success in the form of a brainstorm. Frequently employed in luck, love and psychic areas; also good for money and general success.
BASIL (basilika) - Most commonly used as an aphrodisiac. In addition, it was believed that basil bred scorpions. According to one recipe " three crushed leaves are put under a clay pot. After a few days a tiny scorpion will be born ". With the help of basil one could also summon scorpions. Also used for money and success and can dispel melancholy and attracts friends.
**BAY LEAF - An herb of love, the Bay is used to attract romance. It has been long believed that a Bay Laurel promotes divinatory powers, or that it’s decline indicates the impending decline of its owner. A potted Bay is said to protect one’s home from lightening. The leaves placed in a dream pillow are believed to induce prophetic dreams.
**CLOVES - A visionary herb. Cloves are very useful in bringing a sense of kinship to any social gathering. They are used in love charms and aphrodisiacs. Add them to incense to further one's ability to be psychically sensitive, as they are excellent for astral work. Use Cloves in any amulet or charm to drive away negativity.
CORIANDER - All parts of the plant are edible, but the fresh leaves and the dried seeds are the most commonly used in cooking. It is believed that is can improve memory. Also used for love, yet very protective in these matters. Good for people who want a somebody, but aren't sure who. Added to Perfect Mate recipes. Works for slow, steadily developing relationships.
COWSLIP (Primula veris) - Used in various medicinal potions that treat headaches, whooping cough, tremors, and other conditions.
CRESS - It is the belief that the smoke of burning cress keeps away any form of serpents.
**DILL - Dill is an herb of protection. Dill is often used in love and protection charms. Dill is very effective at keeping away dark forces, and it is well suited for the blessing of ones home. Dill is a good herb for those who pursue Magical knowledge, for it keeps the mind clear between the realities of Magic and superstition.
GINGER - It was claimed that ginger prevented people from getting older. It also offered protection from plague and was an ingredient in love potions in which it is used to induce passion.
HAZEL - Used for wands but also for reconciliation. Quickly lessens hostilities between people. Two twigs tied together w/ red or gold thread to form a solar cross were used for a good luck charm. Draw a circle around you with hazel if in need of protection. Used for fertility and wisdom and in divining rods for finding lost objects.
JUNIPER - The smoke of the burning juniper was supposed to protect people from plague and other epidemics. In addition, it was claimed that it would prevent faeries from stealing infants. Finally, juniper was thought to have a power to repel evil spirits.
LAVENDER - Cleanses, protects and shields from bad vibrations and negativity. Used for uncrossing and love, it's particularly effective in helping with marital problems or relationships. Soothes problems between parents and children and is an excellent protecting herb for babies and children.
MINT - A common additive to love incense - though I don't know why since it tends to clear the head, not fog it. Spirits love the scent of mint and a dish set out will tend to attract them. Used in prosperity and money formulas. Also excellent for psychic matters and studying.
PURPLE LOCOWEED (Lambert Crazyweed) - Poisonous even when dried. Will cause sudden outbursts of aggressiveness and unpredictable behavior. Mainly affects grazing animals and is curable.
**SAVORY - Savory strengthens the mind when carried or worn. Not for the first year Witch or Wizard as it takes a great deal of focus and energy to see the benefits and can induce great fatigue in unfocused minds.
VANILLA - A compelling and gentle herb, used in areas of love and money especially. In love, it acts on a more physical level - lowering the guard, lulling the senses and subtly seducing.
ANISE - Raises vibrations to the highest possible psychic level. Good for bringing about changes in attitude (re-focusing), for astral travel, dreams, crystal gazing and meditation. In a pillow, it is said to keep away nightmares. For any type of clairvoyance or divination or mental exercises. Anisette (liquor) is used during Voodoo initiations to anoint the head.
**CUMIN - A very potent herb. Possesses the ‘gift of retention; i.e., it will prevent the theft of any object which retains it. It is burned with frankincense for protection and scattered on the floor sometimes with salt, to drive out evil. It is used in love spells, and when given to a lover it will promote fidelity. Cumin seed is steeped in wine to make a lust potion.
DEADLY NIGHTSHADE (belladonna) - Highly toxic leaves can cause delirium and death. If used with proper medical supervision, it can be valuable.
DEATH CAMAS (Quamash) - Difficult for the novice to discern between varieties of Camas, some of which were used by Native Americans as a valued food source. Since convulsions, coma and death are possible, avoid all varieties. Effects on wand use is not completely known, but as long as you don't swallow it there will be no negative effects.
DRAGOON - A twig protected the person who carried it from dragons and prevented or cured snakebites. Recommended only for those who deal with Dragons on a semi-daily basis.
HERB-OF-GRACE (common rue) - Rue is said to relieve gas pains and colic, improve appetite and digestion. Due to the detestable scent and bitter taste it was believed this herb had the power to ward off evil and act as an antidote to all poisons. Also due to the scent few Witches and Wizards choose such an herb, and those that do find it hard to adapt to. When harnessed it can be quite powerful.
HENBANE (Hog’s Bean or Devil’s Eye) - Every part of the plant is poisonous. Ancient Greeks believed it could enable the user to become prophetic. Also used as an ingredient in love potions - which was fine if you’re attracted to the delirious, comatose type.
JASMINE - Essentially a seduction herb. Symbolizes the mysteries of the night. Sometimes used for meditation, to relax, for dreams or even to aid in childbirth. To be used lightly in love potions, as the effects can be highly potent and could cause dangerous obsession.
MUGWORT (Common Wormwood ) - Highly magical plant. This plant, if wrapped around a traveler, will protect them from wild beasts, fatigue and poisons. It was also believed that mugwort would protect valuable books by repelling bookworms and other insects. Most known for its uses for clairvoyance, summoning spirits, manifestations, dreams and for consecrating any items used in this manner.
**POPPY SEED - Poppy seeds and flowers are used in mixtures designed to aid sleep. They are also eaten or carried to promote fertility and to attract luck and money. The seeds are added to food to induce love, or are used in love sachets. Soak poppy seeds in wine for fifteen days. Then drink the wine each day for five days while feasting. According to tradition you will be able to make yourself invisible at will; which is why this herb should only be used by skilled Witches and Wizards. (The effects are extremely short lasting and thus few bother waiting the five days for such a small result.)
**SAFFRON - Used in healing spells, and the infusion is used as wash water for the hands prior to healing rituals. Supposedly the infusion, drunk, enables you to better open your inner eye, and simply ingesting saffron dispels melancholy. Ancient Persians utilized saffron to raise the wind.
SOUTHERNWOOD - Potent antidote versus certain magic potions. It also repels demons, keeps snakes away and protects people from thieves. It was said that the plant can cause impotence. Due to the potency of this plant I suggest only using it under the supervision of your Herbology or Potions Professor, whether or not you've passed your OWLs with flying colors.
MANDRAGORA (Sorcerer’s Root, Crazy Apple, Mandrake Root) - Highly poisonous! Root can grow into a human-like form, making it a favorite of medieval sorcerers. It's most common use in the magical world is to bring someone back from a petrified state. Use in wands is based soley on how the sent effects you emotionally. If you enjoy the sent it will have powerful positive effects, if you do not enjoy it your spells may go awry in the worst way.
MONKSHOOD (Wolfsbane) - All parts of this plant are highly poisonous. Ancient warriors used this to poison their enemies’ water supplies. Used in Wolfsbane Potion which can prevent the extremely dangerous dementia which would otherwise accompany the transformation from human into werewolf. Also used for killing wolves and panthers.
POISON HEMLOCK (Winter Fern, Cowbane) - I DO NOT OFFER THIS HERB. I have had quite a number of unwise little first year Slytherins come in asking for this herb. THIS HERB IS FORBIDDEN FOR USE IN WANDS, whether or not they sell it in Knockturn Alley! This is the poison that killed Socrates. It will bring death by respiratory paralysis in 2-3 hours and smells of mouse urine. If caught with this herb in your wand it will be immediately destroyed.
Stone Cores
AGATE - soothing, calming, inner strength, self-acceptance and self-confidence, balance, releases negativity.
AMETHYST - Serenity, stability, strength, invigoration, peace, transmutation, protection, perfection.
ANGELITE - Healing, heart healing, communication.
AQUAMARINE - Protects against drowning, courage, fortitude, reduce stress and quieten the mind, perception, removing confusion, self-expression.
ARAGONITE - Healing, warming, calling, maintaining, centering, facilitating, insight.
AVENTURINE - Healing, protecting.
BLACK TOURMALINE - Dispelling fears, obsessions, and neuroses.
BLOODSTONE - Prosperity.
BLUE GOLDSTONE - Perception and communication
BLUE LACE - Peace, movement, grace, encouragement, strengthening, eliminating, assimilating.
CARNELIAN - Protective, balancing, healing, Helps in weight-loss.
CAT'S EYE - Luck.
CITRINE - Healing, warming, good for digestion, self-confidence, self realization, balance in mind and body. Encourages wealth.
DIAMOND - Inspiration.
EMERALD FLUORITE </b>- Increase the ability to concentrate, helps us connect mind to spirit. Heightens analytical abilities.
GARNET - Strength.
HEMATITE - Protection, confidence, grounding, balancing, vitality, dynamism, healing.
JADE - Balances energies. Stone of protection, provides barrier against attacks and illness.
JASPER - Concentration. Courage giver, stimulator, immune system cleanser, detoxifier, protection, balancer of energies.
LABRADORITE - Healing, warming, allowing us to ‘see’, centering, facilitating great psychic insight. Transformational and balancing.
LAPIS LAZULI - Creativity.
LEPIDOLITE - Balancer and bestows calm and inner peace.
MALACHITE - Enhances psychic ability.
MOONSTONE - Confidence. Balancing, intuitive, emotional, psychic, spiritual.
OBSIDIAN - Protection. Expands the consciousness and purifies the atmosphere ridding it of negative spiritual influences.
ONYX - Decision making. Promote self-control, assists in the grieving process.
OPAL - Most powerful healing stone, hope, great achievement, love to the faithful.
PERIDOT - Healing, protecting, good cleansing properties.
PYRITE - Cleansing of negativity. Increases stamina, Protection.
RHODONITE - Healing, calming, mentally balancing, strengthening and renewing. Dissolves shock and fear, confusion and panic.
ROSE QUARTZ - Empathy, sensitivity, self-love, healing, peace, calm, love.
RUBY - Abundance, riches, invokes authority, confidence and energy.
SAPPHIRE - Divine, beauty, wisdom, help with psychic abilities and intuition.
SARDONYX - Enhance strength and willpower. Increases stamina, vigour, self-control and self-confidence. Attracts friends and good fortune.
SODALITE - Comforter, yearning for freedom, honesty, bravery, strength, focus, understanding.
SUNSTONE - Enhancement.
TIGER EYE - Aesthetic awareness.
TOPAZ - Re-energises, protects against negative energies and dangers. Promotes truth, honesty, openness and forgiveness
TURQUOISE - Protects the wearer from the "evil eye”. Increases wealth. Stops negative vibrations
UNAKITE - Healing, heart healing, balances physical emotions.
Woods:
Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.
Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).
Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.
Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.
Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.
Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.
Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.
Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family.
Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.
Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.
Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.
Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.
Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.
Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.
Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.
Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.
Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.
Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.
Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.
Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.
Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.
Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.
Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.
Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.
Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.
Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.
Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.
Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.
Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.
Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.
Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.
Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.
Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.
Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.
Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!
Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.
Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.
Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.
Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.
Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.
Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.
Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.
Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.
White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.
Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.
Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.
Info Found From:
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Preferences:of which or core you want your wand to have can be posted in OOC but not all cores are suited to certain witches or wizards!
Cores:Can often be paired with other cores, common are well more common, exotic are very rare and rarely choose everyday wizards
Length:
Depends on personal preference and best compatibility with witch or wizard.
Flexibility:
whippy < easiest to learn and cast, least powerful
swishy
flexible
springy
sturdy
inflexible
rigid < hardest to learn and cast, most powerful
delicate – a special case. It takes special care to learn spells with this wand, but it is rarely extremely powerful. They tend to choose witches and wizards with somewhat frail personalities, and once a spell is learned, although it is not as strong, it is extremely reliable
The wand decides: If they choose you they may spray sparks from the end, float a little upon your hand, or seem to shake or glow
If you need your wand just make another thread with your name!!
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Here is where you can find everything you need to know about Knarvik wands cores and woods!!
Cores:
Common Animal Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.
Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.
Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.
Exotic Animal Cores
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.
Ashwinder Ash
As times get tougher we must get tougher with them! I’ve always said the best offense is a good defense. This core is best for protection charms.
Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.
Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.
Badger Tail
This core will give you a greater sense of organization, as well as a stubborn determination to succeed. Recommended for more complex spells.
Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.
Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.
Centaur Tail Hair
While the Centaur may not trust most Wizards they are still considered very wise and logical, making this a very stable material for your core. They are also known for their skillfulness in healing making this core useful in healing charms. Good for power, protection, general magic.
Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.
Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control.
Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.
Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.
Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.
Gnome Hat
Stolen from the Gnomes that inhabit Bethania's own herb garden. This particular core works curiously well for the extremely mischeivous.
GRINDYLOW TOOTH - A powerful but temperamental core. Works extremely well with hexes, jinxes and curses. Though it has been known to occasionally back-fire on the user.
Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.
Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.
Hippogriff Talon(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.
Kelpie hair(s)
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.
LEPRECHAUN HAIR
If you’re not Irish I’m afraid selling you this core would be quite unwise. It can be a bit temperamental to the non-Irish.
MANTICORE HAIR - A perfect core for protection charms, works best for those who are brave, loyal, strong and fierce.
MERMAID SCALE - This core will provide the best positive effects for the more creative and elusive wand bearers.
OWL FEATHER - Can be useful in a pinch as a way to solve unexpected problems, acquire wisdom, provide insight through dark times, maintain secrecy and improve sensory reception.
RAVEN FEATHER - This core will help the wand bearer obtain a higher level of energy and imagination. As it works well to bring about change it works well for Transfiguration and Charm work.
RUNESPOOR FANG - The students tell me that there isn’t a Witch or Wizard who went bad who wasn’t from Slytherin. Strange that I’ve only ever seen this core sold to them. While the Slytherin students are not keen to share with me my research has shown that this core has the ability to amplify spells that can help you attain your deepest darkest dreams. This can be dangerous, as many times one cannot admit even to oneself what those dreams truly are.
SPHINX FUR - For those with a quick wit who wish to make it even quicker. I recommend this core only for those who are able to keep a level head and control their emotions. If used when the wand bearer is enraged the core can be highly unpredictable and even dangerous for both the user and the Witch or Wizard on the opposite end of the wand.
SPIDER WEB - Works best with creative people as it helps to inspire.
THESTRAL HAIR - If you cannot see a Thestral, this core is not for you. Thus, it is not for the faint hearted. Should you be able to use this core it will help you keep your bearings, even in the most confusing and trying times.
Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.
WEREWOLF HAIR - More rare then that of the Phoenix feather, as they are much harder to obtain; putting the person seeking it at great risk. This core will help you to dominate an opponent and achieve emotional balance; it is also good for use in transfiguration.
Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of cores.
Herbal Cores
ANGELICA (Angelica Archangelica) - Grown for it’s flavoring abilities and medicinal properties. Muggles once believed that this plant would protect a person who carried it from witchcraft. We now know that is it quite the opposite. The herb could be used to keep Muggles away from areas populated by Witches or Wizards. This technique was later replaced by various Muggle repelling charms. Brewed into a tea and sprinkled in the corners of a house to keep evil away. Highly protective, can be used at the beginning and closing of rituals for blessing and banishing.
CABBAGE - While this is not an herb the plant is used even today as a quick fix for a wicked Wizard hangover and may even prevent drunkenness. Little is known about it’s use in wands, though there has never been any negative effects.
CARAWAY (kumina) - A docile plant, in no way poisonous. Caraway is an important ingredient in certain love potions. Some believes it offers protection from the evil eye. In addition, it prevents mischievous spirits and thieves from entering or in some cases exiting the house. If you have a naughty house elf, this could be the plant for you.
**CARDAMOM - The ground seeds are added to warmed wine for a quick lust potion. They are also baked into apple pies for a wonderful amatory pastry, and are added to love sachets and incenses. The effects are barely noticeable and do not last long; at most they give the receiver a sense of euphoria.
CAMPHOR - To totally cleanse and banish. Used to ward off unwanted advances from others, in healing and to stimulate psychic senses.
CEDAR - Psychic and protective. Has a way of keeping psychic channels open while protecting the operator. Use to anoint the 3rd eye.
**CINNAMON - Cinnamon is an herb of consecration, an herb of purification, a visionary herb, and an herb of love. Cinnamon is a popular herb to use in money charms to draw prosperity. Use it for Magical healing, and to help clairvoyance. Would be good for consecrating any wand in conjunction with a gemstone. The Magic of this herb is said to be peaceful. It can be used to enhance one's skill with prophecy through channeling, working with an oracle, or through divination.
**FENNEL - Fennel is a counter-magic herb, and an herb of protection. Fennel is purported to increase the length of one's incarnation. It also provides us with help when facing danger, making us strong of heart and capable of facing dire times. We may work with Fennel to protect us against negative energy from external sources. Fennel is best gathered at Midsummer's Eve and then hung as a protective charm in one's home.
FRANKINCENSE -Associated with the male principle as Myrrh is associated with the female principle. A mixture of both in an incense creates a balance. It is a good "white" magical base to receive other herbs or oils. Often used for protection or in money drawing recipes. Long used as a divinatory offering, in consecration and to raise the spiritual vibrations of a place. It aids in meditation and is used to obtain blessings and general prosperity.
GARLIC - Protected people from various kinds of evil forces. (e.g. plague, evil witchcraft, vampires, scorpions and snakes). Like many other magical plants it was also an aphrodisiac (if taken with coriander and neat wine). It was also believed to increase courage.
LILY OF THE VALLEY - Used for calming and blessing. A very gentle wand ingredient perfect for the beginner or the highly skilled.
**MARJORAM - Marjoram is an herb of love, protection, and a funeral herb. Wild Marjoram may be used in Handfastings and marriages. It is also a useful bathing herb to prepare for the day of joining. Wild Marjoram may be used to invoke Thor, Jove, or Jupiter. Add it to love charms or sachets. It may be hung at the altar or in the home for protection. It is a good herb to give to a grieving person to draw happiness into their life. Wild Marjoram may be planted upon a loved one's grave to extend blessings and wishes for a joyful reincarnation.
**TARRAGON - Tarragon is an herb of consecration and is ruled by Mars. Tarragon brings a Magic that promotes compassion for others. It might be useful to caregivers, helping them extend love and nurturing without becoming martyrs. This herb is also recommended for those recovering from abusive situations, for it helps them reclaim their strength and independence.
THYME - A favorite with the spirits, it encourages positive vibrations and actions. Used for protection (especially from the negative energy of others), for courage and for cleansing.
ALLSPICE - A catalyst. Works on higher planes for good or evil. Tends to affect the mind and thoughts of the person on whom it's used, for instance luck or success in the form of a brainstorm. Frequently employed in luck, love and psychic areas; also good for money and general success.
BASIL (basilika) - Most commonly used as an aphrodisiac. In addition, it was believed that basil bred scorpions. According to one recipe " three crushed leaves are put under a clay pot. After a few days a tiny scorpion will be born ". With the help of basil one could also summon scorpions. Also used for money and success and can dispel melancholy and attracts friends.
**BAY LEAF - An herb of love, the Bay is used to attract romance. It has been long believed that a Bay Laurel promotes divinatory powers, or that it’s decline indicates the impending decline of its owner. A potted Bay is said to protect one’s home from lightening. The leaves placed in a dream pillow are believed to induce prophetic dreams.
**CLOVES - A visionary herb. Cloves are very useful in bringing a sense of kinship to any social gathering. They are used in love charms and aphrodisiacs. Add them to incense to further one's ability to be psychically sensitive, as they are excellent for astral work. Use Cloves in any amulet or charm to drive away negativity.
CORIANDER - All parts of the plant are edible, but the fresh leaves and the dried seeds are the most commonly used in cooking. It is believed that is can improve memory. Also used for love, yet very protective in these matters. Good for people who want a somebody, but aren't sure who. Added to Perfect Mate recipes. Works for slow, steadily developing relationships.
COWSLIP (Primula veris) - Used in various medicinal potions that treat headaches, whooping cough, tremors, and other conditions.
CRESS - It is the belief that the smoke of burning cress keeps away any form of serpents.
**DILL - Dill is an herb of protection. Dill is often used in love and protection charms. Dill is very effective at keeping away dark forces, and it is well suited for the blessing of ones home. Dill is a good herb for those who pursue Magical knowledge, for it keeps the mind clear between the realities of Magic and superstition.
GINGER - It was claimed that ginger prevented people from getting older. It also offered protection from plague and was an ingredient in love potions in which it is used to induce passion.
HAZEL - Used for wands but also for reconciliation. Quickly lessens hostilities between people. Two twigs tied together w/ red or gold thread to form a solar cross were used for a good luck charm. Draw a circle around you with hazel if in need of protection. Used for fertility and wisdom and in divining rods for finding lost objects.
JUNIPER - The smoke of the burning juniper was supposed to protect people from plague and other epidemics. In addition, it was claimed that it would prevent faeries from stealing infants. Finally, juniper was thought to have a power to repel evil spirits.
LAVENDER - Cleanses, protects and shields from bad vibrations and negativity. Used for uncrossing and love, it's particularly effective in helping with marital problems or relationships. Soothes problems between parents and children and is an excellent protecting herb for babies and children.
MINT - A common additive to love incense - though I don't know why since it tends to clear the head, not fog it. Spirits love the scent of mint and a dish set out will tend to attract them. Used in prosperity and money formulas. Also excellent for psychic matters and studying.
PURPLE LOCOWEED (Lambert Crazyweed) - Poisonous even when dried. Will cause sudden outbursts of aggressiveness and unpredictable behavior. Mainly affects grazing animals and is curable.
**SAVORY - Savory strengthens the mind when carried or worn. Not for the first year Witch or Wizard as it takes a great deal of focus and energy to see the benefits and can induce great fatigue in unfocused minds.
VANILLA - A compelling and gentle herb, used in areas of love and money especially. In love, it acts on a more physical level - lowering the guard, lulling the senses and subtly seducing.
ANISE - Raises vibrations to the highest possible psychic level. Good for bringing about changes in attitude (re-focusing), for astral travel, dreams, crystal gazing and meditation. In a pillow, it is said to keep away nightmares. For any type of clairvoyance or divination or mental exercises. Anisette (liquor) is used during Voodoo initiations to anoint the head.
**CUMIN - A very potent herb. Possesses the ‘gift of retention; i.e., it will prevent the theft of any object which retains it. It is burned with frankincense for protection and scattered on the floor sometimes with salt, to drive out evil. It is used in love spells, and when given to a lover it will promote fidelity. Cumin seed is steeped in wine to make a lust potion.
DEADLY NIGHTSHADE (belladonna) - Highly toxic leaves can cause delirium and death. If used with proper medical supervision, it can be valuable.
DEATH CAMAS (Quamash) - Difficult for the novice to discern between varieties of Camas, some of which were used by Native Americans as a valued food source. Since convulsions, coma and death are possible, avoid all varieties. Effects on wand use is not completely known, but as long as you don't swallow it there will be no negative effects.
DRAGOON - A twig protected the person who carried it from dragons and prevented or cured snakebites. Recommended only for those who deal with Dragons on a semi-daily basis.
HERB-OF-GRACE (common rue) - Rue is said to relieve gas pains and colic, improve appetite and digestion. Due to the detestable scent and bitter taste it was believed this herb had the power to ward off evil and act as an antidote to all poisons. Also due to the scent few Witches and Wizards choose such an herb, and those that do find it hard to adapt to. When harnessed it can be quite powerful.
HENBANE (Hog’s Bean or Devil’s Eye) - Every part of the plant is poisonous. Ancient Greeks believed it could enable the user to become prophetic. Also used as an ingredient in love potions - which was fine if you’re attracted to the delirious, comatose type.
JASMINE - Essentially a seduction herb. Symbolizes the mysteries of the night. Sometimes used for meditation, to relax, for dreams or even to aid in childbirth. To be used lightly in love potions, as the effects can be highly potent and could cause dangerous obsession.
MUGWORT (Common Wormwood ) - Highly magical plant. This plant, if wrapped around a traveler, will protect them from wild beasts, fatigue and poisons. It was also believed that mugwort would protect valuable books by repelling bookworms and other insects. Most known for its uses for clairvoyance, summoning spirits, manifestations, dreams and for consecrating any items used in this manner.
**POPPY SEED - Poppy seeds and flowers are used in mixtures designed to aid sleep. They are also eaten or carried to promote fertility and to attract luck and money. The seeds are added to food to induce love, or are used in love sachets. Soak poppy seeds in wine for fifteen days. Then drink the wine each day for five days while feasting. According to tradition you will be able to make yourself invisible at will; which is why this herb should only be used by skilled Witches and Wizards. (The effects are extremely short lasting and thus few bother waiting the five days for such a small result.)
**SAFFRON - Used in healing spells, and the infusion is used as wash water for the hands prior to healing rituals. Supposedly the infusion, drunk, enables you to better open your inner eye, and simply ingesting saffron dispels melancholy. Ancient Persians utilized saffron to raise the wind.
SOUTHERNWOOD - Potent antidote versus certain magic potions. It also repels demons, keeps snakes away and protects people from thieves. It was said that the plant can cause impotence. Due to the potency of this plant I suggest only using it under the supervision of your Herbology or Potions Professor, whether or not you've passed your OWLs with flying colors.
MANDRAGORA (Sorcerer’s Root, Crazy Apple, Mandrake Root) - Highly poisonous! Root can grow into a human-like form, making it a favorite of medieval sorcerers. It's most common use in the magical world is to bring someone back from a petrified state. Use in wands is based soley on how the sent effects you emotionally. If you enjoy the sent it will have powerful positive effects, if you do not enjoy it your spells may go awry in the worst way.
MONKSHOOD (Wolfsbane) - All parts of this plant are highly poisonous. Ancient warriors used this to poison their enemies’ water supplies. Used in Wolfsbane Potion which can prevent the extremely dangerous dementia which would otherwise accompany the transformation from human into werewolf. Also used for killing wolves and panthers.
POISON HEMLOCK (Winter Fern, Cowbane) - I DO NOT OFFER THIS HERB. I have had quite a number of unwise little first year Slytherins come in asking for this herb. THIS HERB IS FORBIDDEN FOR USE IN WANDS, whether or not they sell it in Knockturn Alley! This is the poison that killed Socrates. It will bring death by respiratory paralysis in 2-3 hours and smells of mouse urine. If caught with this herb in your wand it will be immediately destroyed.
Stone Cores
AGATE - soothing, calming, inner strength, self-acceptance and self-confidence, balance, releases negativity.
AMETHYST - Serenity, stability, strength, invigoration, peace, transmutation, protection, perfection.
ANGELITE - Healing, heart healing, communication.
AQUAMARINE - Protects against drowning, courage, fortitude, reduce stress and quieten the mind, perception, removing confusion, self-expression.
ARAGONITE - Healing, warming, calling, maintaining, centering, facilitating, insight.
AVENTURINE - Healing, protecting.
BLACK TOURMALINE - Dispelling fears, obsessions, and neuroses.
BLOODSTONE - Prosperity.
BLUE GOLDSTONE - Perception and communication
BLUE LACE - Peace, movement, grace, encouragement, strengthening, eliminating, assimilating.
CARNELIAN - Protective, balancing, healing, Helps in weight-loss.
CAT'S EYE - Luck.
CITRINE - Healing, warming, good for digestion, self-confidence, self realization, balance in mind and body. Encourages wealth.
DIAMOND - Inspiration.
EMERALD FLUORITE </b>- Increase the ability to concentrate, helps us connect mind to spirit. Heightens analytical abilities.
GARNET - Strength.
HEMATITE - Protection, confidence, grounding, balancing, vitality, dynamism, healing.
JADE - Balances energies. Stone of protection, provides barrier against attacks and illness.
JASPER - Concentration. Courage giver, stimulator, immune system cleanser, detoxifier, protection, balancer of energies.
LABRADORITE - Healing, warming, allowing us to ‘see’, centering, facilitating great psychic insight. Transformational and balancing.
LAPIS LAZULI - Creativity.
LEPIDOLITE - Balancer and bestows calm and inner peace.
MALACHITE - Enhances psychic ability.
MOONSTONE - Confidence. Balancing, intuitive, emotional, psychic, spiritual.
OBSIDIAN - Protection. Expands the consciousness and purifies the atmosphere ridding it of negative spiritual influences.
ONYX - Decision making. Promote self-control, assists in the grieving process.
OPAL - Most powerful healing stone, hope, great achievement, love to the faithful.
PERIDOT - Healing, protecting, good cleansing properties.
PYRITE - Cleansing of negativity. Increases stamina, Protection.
RHODONITE - Healing, calming, mentally balancing, strengthening and renewing. Dissolves shock and fear, confusion and panic.
ROSE QUARTZ - Empathy, sensitivity, self-love, healing, peace, calm, love.
RUBY - Abundance, riches, invokes authority, confidence and energy.
SAPPHIRE - Divine, beauty, wisdom, help with psychic abilities and intuition.
SARDONYX - Enhance strength and willpower. Increases stamina, vigour, self-control and self-confidence. Attracts friends and good fortune.
SODALITE - Comforter, yearning for freedom, honesty, bravery, strength, focus, understanding.
SUNSTONE - Enhancement.
TIGER EYE - Aesthetic awareness.
TOPAZ - Re-energises, protects against negative energies and dangers. Promotes truth, honesty, openness and forgiveness
TURQUOISE - Protects the wearer from the "evil eye”. Increases wealth. Stops negative vibrations
UNAKITE - Healing, heart healing, balances physical emotions.
Woods:
Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.
Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).
Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.
Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.
Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.
Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.
Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.
Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family.
Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.
Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.
Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.
Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.
Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.
Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.
Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.
Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.
Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.
Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.
Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.
Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.
Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.
Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.
Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.
Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.
Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.
Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.
Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.
Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.
Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.
Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.
Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.
Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.
Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.
Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.
Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!
Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.
Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.
Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.
Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.
Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.
Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.
Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.
Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.
White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.
Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.
Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.
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