In this world, there are many tools one may use to direct magic. One of the most well-known of these is the wand. Of course, it is a common saying that "The wand chooses the wizard," with all wands having a degree of awareness with which they select...
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Peltogyne, commonly known as purpleheart, amendoim, violet wood, amaranth, and other local names, is a genus of 23 species of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae; native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America; from Guerrero, Mexico, through Central America, and as far as south-eastern Brazil. Renowned for its mystical aura, purpleheart is deeply revered in magical circles for its ability to bolster the strength and resolve of its bearer, laying the groundwork for powerful and compassionate magic.
A spiritual wood, suitable for introspection and reflection. Purpleheart wands favor witches and wizards full of kindness and generosity. This wood seeks out individuals who want to help those around them. Many think this is because purpleheart wands are best at divination, enchantment, and healing magic. Although a poor wood for submarine casting, Purpleheart is nonetheless a reliable wood and one that lasts well and serves well. It can be occasionally tricky to turn into a wand, and often requires regular varnishing and polishing, but remains a popular and well-considered wand wood in South America and Central America, to the point of wands made there, a wand wood harvested there occasionally being sold on to wandmakers elsewhere in the world to help match those unusual people Purpleheart prefers. Generally, this wood seeks the uncertain and the vague, those well able to tread a middle path, and those who prefer it that way. Interestingly, its magical skills are just as divided, with penchants for both healing and harming, and solid subjects such as Transfiguration and Conjuring, as well as more vague and by-feel ones such as Potions and Divination, often seeking a Wix just as able to divide themselves between them. Ideal wand cores for Purpleheart include unicorn hair, known for its affinity with gentle and pure-hearted wizards, and phoenix feather, which complements its powerful magical properties. These cores enhance the wood's natural inclinations toward divination and healing, creating a harmonious blend of strength and compassion.
