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Which Wand?
Of course you need a wand.
Tell me this:
Length:
Flexability:
Wood:
Core:
Background colour:
Matte colour (if you want a transparent background):
Stroke colour (around wand and letters):
Letter colour:
Name (to use):
[length]
01. 7
02. 8 1/2
03. 9
04. 9 1/2
05. 10 1/4
06. 11
07. 12 1/4
08. 13 1/2
09. 16
[flexibility]
01. Inflexible
02. Swishy
03. Springy
04. Pliable
05. Bendy
06. Supple
[core]
01. Veela Hair
02. Unicorn Hair
03. Phoenix Feather
04. Dragon Heartstring
[wood]
Click for wood samples.
01. Ash
02. Hornbeam
03. Holly
04. Willow*
05. Mahogany
06. Yew
07. Oak
08. Ebony
09. Maple
10. Beech
11. Cherry**
12. Birch**
13. Rosewood
14. Vine Wood*
*Unavailable at the moment because I can not find any pictures. If somebody would like to send me one (or a few) that would be great (something larger than 100x100, please)!
**As far as I know, thhese are not in the books.
According to the Celts, each type of tree/wood went with a specific time and had a specific meaning. Harry, Ron, and Hermione's wands were determined by the time each tree is associated with by Ms. Rowling (Harry's is Holly, Ron's is Ash, and Hermione's is Vine Wood).
[December 24 - January 20] Birch (Beth)
The Birch Tree represents inception. The rebirth of the Sun from winter's solstice. The first tree that takes away the decay of the mysterious elder. Both the Birch and the Elder stand on either sides of the one Nameless day. They both represent a link between life and death, with the Birch being the beginning of all things. It is associated with the training of Druids. The birth of new life. Energetic and spontaneous.
[January 21 - February 17] Rowan (Luis)
The Rowan tree was believed to be magical tree which grew red berries that were the food of the gods. These berries were so sacred that it was believed that the Gods guarded them jealously and kept them from man. The Druids believed that the Creator, Celi who was an invisible god, manifested in nature including the restless elements such as lightning, which was also associated with Dragons. Dragons are associated with new life and thus this period of time is also associated with the coming of new life out of the dark winter.
[February 18 - March 17] Ash (Nion)
Related to their Irish Gaelic word for Heaven, Nionon, the Ash has special sacred meaning. Three of the five trees planted to establish the five provinces we Ash trees. In Celtic mythology the ash is known as the tree of enchantment and it is said the Welsh magician Gwydion fashioned his wands from ash wood. The Celts believed that they came from the Great Deep or the Undersea land of Tethys. It is this reason that the Ash is associated with the sea.
[March 18 - April 14] Alder (Fearn)
The Alder is associated with courage and it represents the evolving spirit. Bran was a mighty warrior of ancient Britain. Not always the victor, but never defeated. In one battle Bran fights the Ash King on behalf of the Alder King. Though he loses the battle, he is still recognized as a great warrior. The period of the Vernal Equinox is an extremely important period in the Celtic year. as it represents free will and liberty in a moral context. It is still considered a crime to cut down a sacred Alder tree and he who does is considered the cause of any trouble in the village.
[April 15 - May 12] Willow (Saille)
The Willow tree since ancient times has always been associated with death. In Northern Europe, the word witch and wicked is derived from the name of the Willow. It is considered to be a tree of enchantment. In Celtic mythology it is associated with the creation myth of two scarlet sea serpent eggs which contained the Sun and the Earth. These eggs were hidden in the boughs of the Willow tree until they hatched, thus bringing forth earthly life. The Willow is also associated with death as it is the obvious conclusion to birth and life.
[May 13 - June 9] Hathorn (Huath)
The Hawthorn tree associated with the sacred and the unlucky. To destroy a Hawthorn was to incur great peril to the person responsible. The Hawthorn tree is embodied in the character of the chief giant Yspaddaden in a Welsh romance of Kulhwch and Olwen. A guardian figure who tries to protect the virginity of Olwen. He is felled and the blooms of summer soon open, thus symbolizing the advance of summer defeating winter at last. It is associated with Govanna (Vulcan) a smith god that is the custodian of the celestial fire and higher powers of the mind. Thus it is symbolize as the Chalice as it too represents divine secrets and everlasting life.
[June 10 - July 7] Oak (Duir)
The principal sacred tree of the Druids, the Oak Trees symbolized the turning of the year. During this time of year the Druids would carve a circle in to the tree for protection against lightning. The Oak represents the trial we all go through in life while changing and becoming that whom we are meant to be we must also consider the greater good and moral responsibilities. It represents the soul, which in Celtic terms is the "eye of god." Change, sacrifice, and understanding. It is a time when the sun starts his movement into darkness and is sacrificed to darkness as the earth begins to move back into winter.
[July 8 - August 4 ] Holly (Tinne)
A symbol of luck and good fortune. In Celtic mythology the Holly is the evergreen twin of the Oak. It is called a kerm-oak. The Oak rules the light part of the year while the Holly rules the dark part. The Unicorn represents a horse with a horn that resembles the flaming spear. The Celtic symbol of the Flaming Spear is associated with the Celtic month of Tanist because the Celtic T is shaped like a barbed spear. Both the Oak and Holly are symbolized with the Summer Solstice and the White Horse of the Oak becomes the The Unicorn of the Holly in transformation. The Fire Festivals that took place during this time were usually in honor of the Earth. Therefore, the Holly also represents those eternal, ever-green aspects of mother earth.
European: From 'holy,' Holly Trees repent evil.
[August 5 - September 1] Hazel (Coll)
The Hazel nut is the emblem of concentrated wisdom. One could gain knowledge simply eating nuts. In this aspect it is associated with the Salmon, a sacred symbol of wisdom. In Irish Lore it is the Hazel was the Bile Ratha where in which the poetic Fairy lives. It was a capital crime to felling a Hazel tree. Ogma, who is credited with creating writing, is associated with great "knowing." It is he who is credited with mandating that the Oral tradition of the Celts be closely guarded and preserved, yet through his creativity he created the alphabet based on tones and sounds.
[September 2 - September 29 ] Vine (Muin)
The Vine is the symbol of sensuality and emotions. A hardy, long lived plant. It's symbol, the White Swan represents the radiant divinity of the Gods who are said to go to their underground forts during the Autumn Equinox. The White Swan is also associated with the White Ghost or the White Phantom - Gwenhwyvar. To the Celts, the Autumn Equinox is a time when the light will eventually give up its hold to the darkness, but for a brief moment all is in balance. The light and the dark hold equal positions. To the Celtic mind it represents the balance of the mundane and the supernatural; the mortal and the immortal.
[September 30 - October 27] Ivy (Gort)
In contrast to the the Vine, Ivy is evergreen, and it represents the perennial aspects of the human psyche. The Celts associate Ivy with their lunar goddess Arianrhod and their ritual to her marked the opening of the portal to the Otherworld. Thus the dark side of the moon. This door symbolizes an entrance to the world of the Faery People. The Butterfly is the the symbol of the Faery Faith. Thus Ivy represents mysterious and the mystical.
[October 28 - November 24] Reed (Ngetal)
Identified with the submerged or hidden dryad, The Reed represents the mysteries of death. In fact the Fire Feast of Samhain celebrates the dead and on Samhain, the boundary between the Otherworld and this world dissolve. It is a night of great divination. Or in another fashion, it represents the hidden roots to all life. The Reed is associated with with being both a savior and custodian. Pwyll, the Celtic ruler of the Otherworld was given "The Stone" , one of four treasures given to him for safekeeping. The Stone represents the right of the kings and queen to have divine power. Thus the Reed is also the symbol of Royalty. The White Hounds represent the dogs that guard the lunar mysteries.
[November 25 - December 23] Elder (Ruis)
The Symbol of both death and rebirth. Like the Winter Solstice, it highlights a time of evolution. The Celts believed that it was during this time that their sun or solar spirit was held prisoner. Just as Pryderi was forced into exile. It is also a time of trouble and struggle for supremacy. In deed what is now will one day be no more, and that which is to come, will also, one day be no more.
[No specific time] Yew (Idho)
Symbolizes death, rebirth and reincarnation. Change and regeneration.
European: Symbolises death and resurrection while achieving longevity.
Here's my wand as an example:
Other examples:
♥ cassi saari - "chickenflicker" -chickenflicker
You will take pride in your magic. This wand is a wand that will allow you to become a great and powerful wizard or witch!
♥ KtG - "black_rose7" -black_rose7
Your wand is good in the Dark Arts.....be careful.....
♥ April - "bubu_killer" -bubu_killer
All-rounded work! Your wand is very powerful, it exceeds in all areas of magic! Congrats!
♥ Sennifer -flexyourbrain
Your wand is good in Astronomy! Make sure you study the stars well!
♥ Sarah -_princess_sarah
Your wand is good in Arithmacy! You should be very good in that area.
♥ Kathleen -the_bothererer
Good Charm Work! You can preform complex spells and charms with this wand.
Character wand info., Celt tree/wood chart, European tranditions: jkrowling.com
Tree/wood meaning (with more): dryadart.html
Wand 'ingerdiant' list, what the wands are good for (as far as I know, not Rowling-approved): darkmark.com
Of course you need a wand.
Tell me this:
Length:
Flexability:
Wood:
Core:
Background colour:
Matte colour (if you want a transparent background):
Stroke colour (around wand and letters):
Letter colour:
Name (to use):
[length]
01. 7
02. 8 1/2
03. 9
04. 9 1/2
05. 10 1/4
06. 11
07. 12 1/4
08. 13 1/2
09. 16
[flexibility]
01. Inflexible
02. Swishy
03. Springy
04. Pliable
05. Bendy
06. Supple
[core]
01. Veela Hair
02. Unicorn Hair
03. Phoenix Feather
04. Dragon Heartstring
[wood]
Click for wood samples.
01. Ash
02. Hornbeam
03. Holly
04. Willow*
05. Mahogany
06. Yew
07. Oak
08. Ebony
09. Maple
10. Beech
11. Cherry**
12. Birch**
13. Rosewood
14. Vine Wood*
*Unavailable at the moment because I can not find any pictures. If somebody would like to send me one (or a few) that would be great (something larger than 100x100, please)!
**As far as I know, thhese are not in the books.
According to the Celts, each type of tree/wood went with a specific time and had a specific meaning. Harry, Ron, and Hermione's wands were determined by the time each tree is associated with by Ms. Rowling (Harry's is Holly, Ron's is Ash, and Hermione's is Vine Wood).
[December 24 - January 20] Birch (Beth)
The Birch Tree represents inception. The rebirth of the Sun from winter's solstice. The first tree that takes away the decay of the mysterious elder. Both the Birch and the Elder stand on either sides of the one Nameless day. They both represent a link between life and death, with the Birch being the beginning of all things. It is associated with the training of Druids. The birth of new life. Energetic and spontaneous.
[January 21 - February 17] Rowan (Luis)
The Rowan tree was believed to be magical tree which grew red berries that were the food of the gods. These berries were so sacred that it was believed that the Gods guarded them jealously and kept them from man. The Druids believed that the Creator, Celi who was an invisible god, manifested in nature including the restless elements such as lightning, which was also associated with Dragons. Dragons are associated with new life and thus this period of time is also associated with the coming of new life out of the dark winter.
[February 18 - March 17] Ash (Nion)
Related to their Irish Gaelic word for Heaven, Nionon, the Ash has special sacred meaning. Three of the five trees planted to establish the five provinces we Ash trees. In Celtic mythology the ash is known as the tree of enchantment and it is said the Welsh magician Gwydion fashioned his wands from ash wood. The Celts believed that they came from the Great Deep or the Undersea land of Tethys. It is this reason that the Ash is associated with the sea.
[March 18 - April 14] Alder (Fearn)
The Alder is associated with courage and it represents the evolving spirit. Bran was a mighty warrior of ancient Britain. Not always the victor, but never defeated. In one battle Bran fights the Ash King on behalf of the Alder King. Though he loses the battle, he is still recognized as a great warrior. The period of the Vernal Equinox is an extremely important period in the Celtic year. as it represents free will and liberty in a moral context. It is still considered a crime to cut down a sacred Alder tree and he who does is considered the cause of any trouble in the village.
[April 15 - May 12] Willow (Saille)
The Willow tree since ancient times has always been associated with death. In Northern Europe, the word witch and wicked is derived from the name of the Willow. It is considered to be a tree of enchantment. In Celtic mythology it is associated with the creation myth of two scarlet sea serpent eggs which contained the Sun and the Earth. These eggs were hidden in the boughs of the Willow tree until they hatched, thus bringing forth earthly life. The Willow is also associated with death as it is the obvious conclusion to birth and life.
[May 13 - June 9] Hathorn (Huath)
The Hawthorn tree associated with the sacred and the unlucky. To destroy a Hawthorn was to incur great peril to the person responsible. The Hawthorn tree is embodied in the character of the chief giant Yspaddaden in a Welsh romance of Kulhwch and Olwen. A guardian figure who tries to protect the virginity of Olwen. He is felled and the blooms of summer soon open, thus symbolizing the advance of summer defeating winter at last. It is associated with Govanna (Vulcan) a smith god that is the custodian of the celestial fire and higher powers of the mind. Thus it is symbolize as the Chalice as it too represents divine secrets and everlasting life.
[June 10 - July 7] Oak (Duir)
The principal sacred tree of the Druids, the Oak Trees symbolized the turning of the year. During this time of year the Druids would carve a circle in to the tree for protection against lightning. The Oak represents the trial we all go through in life while changing and becoming that whom we are meant to be we must also consider the greater good and moral responsibilities. It represents the soul, which in Celtic terms is the "eye of god." Change, sacrifice, and understanding. It is a time when the sun starts his movement into darkness and is sacrificed to darkness as the earth begins to move back into winter.
[July 8 - August 4 ] Holly (Tinne)
A symbol of luck and good fortune. In Celtic mythology the Holly is the evergreen twin of the Oak. It is called a kerm-oak. The Oak rules the light part of the year while the Holly rules the dark part. The Unicorn represents a horse with a horn that resembles the flaming spear. The Celtic symbol of the Flaming Spear is associated with the Celtic month of Tanist because the Celtic T is shaped like a barbed spear. Both the Oak and Holly are symbolized with the Summer Solstice and the White Horse of the Oak becomes the The Unicorn of the Holly in transformation. The Fire Festivals that took place during this time were usually in honor of the Earth. Therefore, the Holly also represents those eternal, ever-green aspects of mother earth.
European: From 'holy,' Holly Trees repent evil.
[August 5 - September 1] Hazel (Coll)
The Hazel nut is the emblem of concentrated wisdom. One could gain knowledge simply eating nuts. In this aspect it is associated with the Salmon, a sacred symbol of wisdom. In Irish Lore it is the Hazel was the Bile Ratha where in which the poetic Fairy lives. It was a capital crime to felling a Hazel tree. Ogma, who is credited with creating writing, is associated with great "knowing." It is he who is credited with mandating that the Oral tradition of the Celts be closely guarded and preserved, yet through his creativity he created the alphabet based on tones and sounds.
[September 2 - September 29 ] Vine (Muin)
The Vine is the symbol of sensuality and emotions. A hardy, long lived plant. It's symbol, the White Swan represents the radiant divinity of the Gods who are said to go to their underground forts during the Autumn Equinox. The White Swan is also associated with the White Ghost or the White Phantom - Gwenhwyvar. To the Celts, the Autumn Equinox is a time when the light will eventually give up its hold to the darkness, but for a brief moment all is in balance. The light and the dark hold equal positions. To the Celtic mind it represents the balance of the mundane and the supernatural; the mortal and the immortal.
[September 30 - October 27] Ivy (Gort)
In contrast to the the Vine, Ivy is evergreen, and it represents the perennial aspects of the human psyche. The Celts associate Ivy with their lunar goddess Arianrhod and their ritual to her marked the opening of the portal to the Otherworld. Thus the dark side of the moon. This door symbolizes an entrance to the world of the Faery People. The Butterfly is the the symbol of the Faery Faith. Thus Ivy represents mysterious and the mystical.
[October 28 - November 24] Reed (Ngetal)
Identified with the submerged or hidden dryad, The Reed represents the mysteries of death. In fact the Fire Feast of Samhain celebrates the dead and on Samhain, the boundary between the Otherworld and this world dissolve. It is a night of great divination. Or in another fashion, it represents the hidden roots to all life. The Reed is associated with with being both a savior and custodian. Pwyll, the Celtic ruler of the Otherworld was given "The Stone" , one of four treasures given to him for safekeeping. The Stone represents the right of the kings and queen to have divine power. Thus the Reed is also the symbol of Royalty. The White Hounds represent the dogs that guard the lunar mysteries.
[November 25 - December 23] Elder (Ruis)
The Symbol of both death and rebirth. Like the Winter Solstice, it highlights a time of evolution. The Celts believed that it was during this time that their sun or solar spirit was held prisoner. Just as Pryderi was forced into exile. It is also a time of trouble and struggle for supremacy. In deed what is now will one day be no more, and that which is to come, will also, one day be no more.
[No specific time] Yew (Idho)
Symbolizes death, rebirth and reincarnation. Change and regeneration.
European: Symbolises death and resurrection while achieving longevity.
Here's my wand as an example:
Other examples:
♥ cassi saari - "chickenflicker" -
chickenflickerYou will take pride in your magic. This wand is a wand that will allow you to become a great and powerful wizard or witch!
♥ KtG - "black_rose7" -
black_rose7Your wand is good in the Dark Arts.....be careful.....
♥ April - "bubu_killer" -
bubu_killerAll-rounded work! Your wand is very powerful, it exceeds in all areas of magic! Congrats!
♥ Sennifer -
flexyourbrainYour wand is good in Astronomy! Make sure you study the stars well!
♥ Sarah -
_princess_sarahYour wand is good in Arithmacy! You should be very good in that area.
♥ Kathleen -
the_botherererGood Charm Work! You can preform complex spells and charms with this wand.
Character wand info., Celt tree/wood chart, European tranditions: jkrowling.com
Tree/wood meaning (with more): dryadart.html
Wand 'ingerdiant' list, what the wands are good for (as far as I know, not Rowling-approved): darkmark.com
