Wands have a long and rich history throughout time. From the first wand of the Egyptian priests and rulers using ivory amulets to todays wand made from magical trees and other magical materials, there have been many creations and re-creations to arrive at the semi-sentient object, we call wands.
In Canada, the First Nations people had their own spiritual magic. Once the European wizarding community arrived, they brought their history and their wands. In 1722, Decusroggan was born to an Englishman and a Cree woman. History states that Decusroggan died 24 days later but in reality, he was given over to the wizarding community to be raised as he showed magical abilities at this young age. As a young Métis, he grew up with …show more content…
These components often contain magical powers, which depends upon the type of material used. Typically, the shell and handle are made of wood however, we now use other materials, like semi-precious stones or minerals and other natural materials. The shell of a wand is representative of the personality of a wizard whereas the handle represents the wizard's heart. The core is highly magical and of rare materials. No two wands are alike and the possible combinations are endless. Each wand has a natural tendency to favour one type of magic over another.
Our wand choose us by matching its character to ours, for the most part. They can perform with ease or difficulty for us. Some of our wands resonant with our energy while others may have a difficult time adjusting. When we are not in tune with our wand, there is more chance of failure and backfiring but when we are in tune with our wands, we can accomplish greater magic than without it. Selecting a wand is personal and we must have a good understanding of the materials and its abilities combined that make up our wands in order to cast a spell properly and …show more content…
Opal - Opals gravitate toward those that are unpredictable, intuition and inspiration.
Rhodonite - Rhodonite likes an owner is avoid chaos and is supportive, balanced and has a clear vision.
Wood
The wood of a wand are made from magical trees found in nature. Only a small quantities of trees can produce wand quality wood. The wand may have one to two woods; one for the handle and one for the body or the handle and the body can be of the same material. Woods cannot be blended to make a hybrid wood. The following wood can be found naturally in Canada:
Alder - Wands made of Alder are attracted to those who are charming, gregarious, confident, focussed and who get along with everyone.
Apple - Apple wands gravitate to those who are adventurous, sensitive, flirtatious, charming and generous.
Ash - Wands of Ash like those who are imaginative, artistic, enchanting, and reclusive.
Beech - If you are organized, reasonable, a leader but not a risk taker then a Beech wand is for you.
Birch - Wands made of Birch pick those who are highly motivated, unpretentious, tolerant, resilient, and are natural leaders and have a quick