The Owl House is an animated fantasy series that explores the world of magic through the eyes of the main character, Luz Noceda. In this magical realm, various types of magic are introduced, each with its own unique characteristics and applications. These types of magic are essential in understanding the world of the Owl House and the abilities of its inhabitants. One of the main types of magic showcased in the Owl House is glyph magic. This form of magic involves using symbols and intricate designs, known as glyphs, to cast spells and create various magical effects. Luz Noceda, the protagonist, excels in glyph magic and uses it as her primary form of spellcasting.
First things first: the magic bile sac is attached to witch´s heart. We can therefore conclude that the magic bile travels through bloodstream. I propose that the magic bile is a special type of hormones. The bile sac is a gland secreting endocrinal magic hormone, which travels via bloodstream and affects specific response target cells just under the witch´s skin. Said target cells are located across entire witch´s body, but are heavily concentrated on hands and fingertips, which is why drawing a circle is easiest way to cast for witches.
We also know that Eda takes potions to slow the curse process down, and we know that Lilith takes half her curse, which renders Eda s natural magic useless, Lilith is weakened, and both acquire lesser version of the curse. According to Lilith, the glyphs act as a language which commands the magic present in the environment of the Boiling Isles and thus the magical power present in the individual glyph set s founding TItan in order to cast spells.
Luz Noceda, the protagonist, excels in glyph magic and uses it as her primary form of spellcasting. By drawing different glyphs, she can conjure elemental spells, create light sources, and even repair objects. Another type of magic displayed in the Owl House is potion-making.
*screaming internally, eternally*
I´m a bit anxious tonight and brain won´t keep quiet, so let´s dive into the biology of witches, how magic works and then focus on Eda´s curse via SCIENCE so I can distract myself. Buckle up, because I managed to write a thousand words about this somehow.
We know following: witches can cast varied sort of magic thanks to special organ. Eda gets cursed by her sister, and the very next day she gets turned into the owl beast and then continues to transform sporadically. We do not know how she managed to change back first time, but we know that in show proper Eda´s curse can be affected by light, laughing, make Eda go back to her senses by Luz´s desperate call and so on. We also know that Eda takes potions to slow the curse process down, and we know that Lilith takes half her curse, which renders Eda´s natural magic useless, Lilith is weakened, and both acquire lesser version of the curse. I ask, how is this possible from biological standpoint? …magic, magical biological standpoint, but I’ll try to keep it close to human biology so I can draw comparisons.
First things first: the magic bile sac is attached to witch´s heart. We can therefore conclude that the magic bile travels through bloodstream. I propose that the magic bile is a special type of hormones. The bile sac is a gland secreting endocrinal magic hormone, which travels via bloodstream and affects specific response target cells just under the witch´s skin. Said target cells are located across entire witch´s body, but are heavily concentrated on hands and fingertips, which is why drawing a circle is easiest way to cast for witches.
As to how casting different spells works, I believe that each spell class (plant, abomination, illusion, elemental and so on) is caused by hormone with subtly different chemical structure. As such, depending on what the witch thinks, different spell comes out. The younger witches have sort of “precursors”, like a baby structures for each magic type programmed in their bile sac cells. By honing their skills as well as natural predisposition towards certain set of spell class structures, they can subtly teach their cells how to produce more specific and powerful structures, as well as the amount secreted. When the witch chooses a coven, they´re given a seal. This seal contains substrates that neutralize all other hormonal types of magic except the one the coven is focused on, and by having school systems already push children into specific covens, they´re even easier to neutralize as other magic types aren´t developed enough. The only coven without seals is of course, the Emperor´s coven, which accepts individuals capable and talented enough to create powerful subtypes of magic hormones.
The training wand works in such a way that it takes raw hormonal precursors and subtly changes specific parts of hormonal structure, which results in full spell. It also gives the target cells sort of reverse response, which is then carried back to brain and bile sac cells, hence why using a training wand is best option when learning as hands contain highest amount of target cells. As such the witch´s body receives a sort of helpful nudge in what direction the chemical structure of that spell´s hormone should be changed. Staffs meanwhile don´t give back information, or have anything to do with hormones; they simply amplify magic pumped through them, which is why Luz, a non-witch, can use staff during finale.
The bile sac gland, like many other glands, is affected by emotions, which is how Amity can cast through her feet (elevated response by dancing with her enchanted Grom partner, even if feet have less target cells and are covered by boots), why Eda´s curse first overtakes her after she starts walking away from Lilith (as she´s undoubtedly feeling sad that she won’t be seeing her sister for a while), or why laughter and Luz´s distress have effect on Eda.
Speaking of the curse, I imagine it functions similarly to cancer. It attacks cells of the bile sac, and cancerous curse cells slowly spread while producing mutated magic hormones that cause the target cells on Eda´s skin to send magic inside the body rather than outside, which causes the transformation. Said curse hormones must be harder to produce, so there’s less of them in Eda´s bloodstream, and as such the curse doesn’t occur all the time. If Eda is drained however, her healthy magic hormones are depleted and therefore the curse hormones have easier time accessing her target cells, transforming her. Similarly, if enough time has passed, enough curse hormones gather to activate the curse. The magic potion Eda takes slows down the process of curse hormone secretion, but it can’t stop it. Similarly, it can’t stop the cancer cell duplication, which is why Eda´s potion isn’t effective cure.
How does Lilith´s pain sharing spell work then? This part is the most complicated to work out. Let´s remember that to activate the spell Lilith has to touch Eda´s forehead with her own. What I believe is happening is that Lilith is “magically” sending specific signal via her brain into Eda´s brain and said signal affects both their bile sacs. The large portion of bile sac cells in Eda´s sac shut down completely, and part of Lilith´s cells swap for Eda´s cancerous curse cells.
That way the hormones produced are still functional, but are in much smaller capacity so Eda´s and Lilith´s magical abilities are both impaired, with Eda losing her magic almost completely (she´s still able to draw partial circle, but there´s so little healthy cells remaining their secretion just isn´t powerful enough) while Lilith´s magical ability is weakened since some healthy cells were swapped for curse cells. It is also possible the structure of curse hormones themselves was somehow affected, but we don´t yet know if Eda or Lilith transform in season 2, although it’s quite likely based on Dana shushing Spencer during recent charity stream when he tries to mention something about “Lilith turning into-”, which we can now assume was going to be “into a beast”.
So there you have it, the biology of Owl House magic, courtesy of two hours of my brain rambling in unholy morning hours.
This magical practice involves mixing various ingredients and substances to create powerful concoctions with unique properties. Eda, also known as the Owl Lady, is an expert in potion-making. She brews potions that can transform her into a powerful owl beast, heal wounds, and even cure curses. Potion-making requires knowledge of different ingredients and their properties, as well as the right combination to create the desired effects. In addition to glyph magic and potion-making, the Owl House also introduces illusions as a form of magic. Illusion magic allows the casters to create realistic and believable illusions that can deceive others. Amity Blight, a skilled witch in the series, uses illusion magic to create and manipulate visual illusions to confuse and distract her opponents. This type of magic requires great skill and creativity, as the illusions need to be convincing and believable. Furthermore, the Owl House introduces the concept of plant magic, where magical abilities are connected to plants and nature. Willow Park, one of Luz's friends, possesses plant magic. She can control plants, make them grow or wither, and communicate with them. Plant magic emphasizes the connection between magic and nature and highlights the importance of balance and harmony with the environment. Lastly, the Owl House explores abomination magic, which involves the creation and manipulation of unnatural creatures. This type of magic is considered forbidden and dangerous, as it goes against the natural order. A character named Tibbles engages in abomination magic and creates whimsical but potentially dangerous creatures. Abomination magic serves as a cautionary tale, showcasing the potential consequences of tampering with the forces of nature. In summary, the Owl House presents viewers with a wide array of magical abilities and practices. From glyph magic to potion-making, illusion magic to plant magic, and abomination magic, each type offers unique possibilities and challenges. Together, these types of magic create a vibrant and intricate world where characters can explore their abilities and strive to find their place in the magical realm..
Reviews for "A Magical Journey: Understanding the Different Types of Magic in The Owl House"
- John - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Owl House Types of Magic" but I was ultimately disappointed. The characters felt one-dimensional and the storyline was lackluster. The magical elements also didn't make much sense and felt forced. Overall, it just didn't live up to the hype for me.
- Sarah - 2 stars - I couldn't get into "Owl House Types of Magic" at all. The plot felt all over the place and I found it hard to connect with the characters. The magic system was confusing and poorly explained, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. It just didn't capture my attention or interest.
- Michael - 3 stars - While I didn't hate "Owl House Types of Magic," I can't say that I loved it either. The world-building was lacking and the magic system felt underdeveloped. The pacing was also uneven, with some episodes dragging on while others were rushed. Overall, it had potential but failed to deliver a captivating and cohesive story.
- Emily - 2 stars - I expected more from "Owl House Types of Magic" but it fell flat for me. The characters felt cliché and the magical elements lacked depth. The humor also didn't land for me, often feeling forced and trying too hard. Unfortunately, it just didn't resonate with me as a viewer and I was left disappointed.