The Magic Fantasy World: The Intertwining of Mystery and Reality

I. The Diverse Classifications of Magic

The classification methods of magic are rich and diverse, and different systems show unique charm.

1. The Divine Magic System

Divine magic is the oldest magic system. The basic magic elements have five series, divided into different forms and states. There are also advanced series and are classified according to the Eight Trigrams, which is a three-dimensional dynamic magic system. Divine magic is generally applicable to deities, but anyone can use it after practice, although it is extremely difficult. The basic magic elements of the gold series represent time and space, the wood series represents life, the water state represents cold, the fire state represents heat, and the earth state represents matter. These five series are also divided into gold state (solid state), water state (fluid), fire state (ion state), wood state (growth state), and earth state (decay state). In addition, on the basis of the five series of divine magic, there are also advanced series such as fire-earth series, earth-gold series, gold-water series, wood-water series, and wood-fire series. At the same time, it is also classified according to the Eight Trigrams, namely Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen, and Dui. However, the divine magic system is difficult to be strictly distinguished like other magic systems. At present, research on divine magic is also ongoing.

2. The Elemental Spirit Magic System

Magic is cast by communicating with elemental spirits and is divided into basic elemental spirits and subordinate elemental spirits. The basic elements of water, fire, earth, and wind each have their own characteristics and restraint relationships. Elemental spirit magic refers to the system of implementing magic by communicating with elemental spirits through meditation and using them as a medium. The basic elemental spirit, also known as the mother spirit, is the mother of all fairies and is also the true elemental spirit in a narrow sense. The subordinate elemental spirits are some existences that have been transformed into elemental spirits after being artificially enshrined. Users of basic water elemental magic generally use water flows and water droplets for attacks, or mobilize the moisture in their bodies for enhanced recovery, create water bubbles for underwater actions, etc. Water elemental magic shows a hyperbolic trend. The growth momentum is the strongest in adolescence. Although it belongs to yang, it also belongs to the moon. Generally, there are more women than men. The water source is generally the moisture in the surrounding air. Its advanced form is the ice system, which is restrained by the earth system and restrains the fire system. Users of fire elemental magic generally use fireballs or local rapid heating for attacks. They can resist flame burns and have high attack power. They are closely related to mental power and belong to offensive magic. Although it belongs to yin, it belongs to the sun. Generally, there are more men than women. The advanced form is the light magic belonging to the gold system, which is restrained by the ice system and restrains the water system. Earth elemental magic can control the earth's soil to set traps and create earth blocks for interference. It belongs to auxiliary magic. Its performance is stable but not strong enough. Originally belonging to the life magic system, its characteristics are convergence and bearing. Earth elemental magic belongs to yin. Generally, there are more women. The advanced magic is rock, which is restrained by the wood system and restrains the water system. Wind elemental magic can stay in the air or create wind blades by relying on the power of the wind. Both attack and defense are very powerful, but it requires precise operation and is extremely easy to be interrupted by oneself. It belongs to a powerful but difficult magic element.

3. Other Magic Systems

Including low-level magic, high-level magic, natural magic, as well as white magic, black magic, gray magic, etc., there are also different categories such as elemental system, rule system, life system, mind system, and trickery system. Low-level magic usually serves secular purposes, such as gaining more money, love, power, etc. Common candle magic and herbal magic usually belong to this category. High-level magic is a series of ritual operations to enhance spiritual awareness and approach the gods. Natural magic refers to using herbs, stones or other natural items to make amulets or use them as symbolic symbols or offerings in rituals. White magic aims at pursuing the highest goodness and virtue. In theory, it is selfless, but the views on goodness and virtue are relative and controversial. Black magic aims at harming others and is negative and selfish, such as cursing others. Gray magic is between black magic and white magic. Its purpose is usually based on self-interest. It makes things develop according to one's own will before changes occur. If others are harmed in the process, it may become black magic. If one feels closer to the gods because of the joy of helping others, it may become white magic. The elemental system includes natural elements such as fire, water, ice, wind, thunder, and earth. It is the friendliest and simplest for beginners. The rule system directly interferes with magic related to high-dimensional/physical rules/source information through magical energy. It is the most dangerous, terrifying and complex, and its attack power is uncertain. The life system interferes with vitality through magic, such as blood energy explosion and resurrection of corpses. The mind system includes psychology, soulology and illusion. Representative spells include the Scourge of the Wraiths and the Nightmare Demon. Lawbreakers are better at it. The trickery system classifies all spells whose principles cannot be analyzed yet into this category. Representative ones include the Cleaning Spell.

II. Examples of Magical Magic

1. Magic in Jewelry Design

Jewelry designers seem to possess magical powers. Through unique designs and craftsmanship, they bring us amazing visual effects. The Stoned series by British designer Solange Azagury-Partridge uses Plique-à-jour enamel craftsmanship to create colors that resemble sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and uses gold to outline the faceted effect on it, making people feel like wearing a huge gemstone ring. And her Skeleton ring series outlines various gemstone cuts with metal. Whether it is emerald-shaped or heart-shaped, it shows unique charm. The Johara series of NUUN Jewels chooses to use the 3D shape of gems as the theme. Although there are no large diamonds, it can still make people feel the brilliance of diamonds. The Cage series of Italian independent jewelry designer Fabio Salini cleverly inlays gems in a hollow metal cage. Although the main stone is not large in size, it has a "magnifying" effect, adding more sense of space to the gems. Melanie Georgacopoulos's Caged series places pearls in a hollow metal gem-shaped cage, making pearls more interesting, as if it is a dialogue between pearls and other gems. These magics in jewelry design not only show the creativity and talent of designers, but also let us feel the magical charm.

2. Magic in Folk Legends

The five magical spells in Chinese folk legends are full of mysterious colors. The art of turning stones into gold has legends of immortals turning stones into gold and silver in ancient myths. Although it seems like a fantasy now, with the breakthrough of nanotechnology, maybe one day the mutual transformation between chemical elements can really be achieved. Invisibility magic includes invisibility, duplication and teleportation. It makes people disappear without a trace or appear multiple selves, full of fantasy colors. Astrology can let people predict life and death and destiny. Although it lacks scientific basis in modern times, perhaps the ancient people's observation of constellations and facial features can really reflect some truths. Confusion magic can make people fall into illusions or disguise as other objects and often appears in mythological stories. The art of bringing the dead back to life is even more astonishing. Although people cannot be resurrected after death in reality, there are many stories of resurrection in legends, making people full of curiosity about the mystery of life.

3. Magic in Literary Works

In literary works, magic is even more full of fantasy colors. For example, in an essay, the little mouse's magic wand can make things bigger or smaller. It uses the magic wand to help little animals solve many problems. The little chicken's magic hat also has magical powers. It can help others realize their wishes. These magics in literary works not only enrich our imagination but also let us feel the warmth and hope brought by magic. Whether it is the magic in jewelry design, folk legends or literary works, they all let us feel the charm of magic. Although there is no real magic in reality, these works full of creativity and imagination make our lives more colorful.

III. The Historical Origin of Magic

The origin of magic can be traced back to ancient times. Different cultures and works have different descriptions and imaginations about the origin of magic.

1. The Connection between the Magic World and Religion

In the magic world, religious beliefs have similarities and unique differences with the real world. Although there are no descriptions of characters entering churches in the "Harry Potter" books, students at Hogwarts also have holidays to celebrate religious festivals such as Christmas and Easter. This shows that people in the magic world also follow certain religious customs.

Some people think that the beliefs in the magic world may be related to the legend of ancient super dark wizards. The origin of magic is obviously earlier than the Christian era. The famous Ollivander's wand began in 382 BC. When wizards face "miracles" in the real world, their reactions may be different from those of ordinary people. For example, when they see Jesus walking on the water, they may judge his magic level instead of blindly prostrating themselves. This also implies that the "Lord" believed in by the magic world may be different from the concept of "Lord" by Muggles. Their "Lord" may exist in reality, but its specific image and meaning may be different from religious beliefs in the real world.

In addition, religious beliefs in the magic world also show the characteristics of diversity. Just like people's religious beliefs in the real world are diverse, wizards in the magic world will not be limited to believing in Protestantism or Catholicism. The ethnic groups in the story are rich and diverse. Everyone seems to live through Christian festivals safely and does not show much of their own religious habits. There are Indian and Chinese students at Hogwarts, but their living habits are not significantly affected by their own religious backgrounds. For example, the Indian sisters do not reject the school's menu design of eating beef freely, and as a member of the Chinese people, Cho Chang's living habits are also quite secular. This also shows that religious beliefs in the magic world are more inclusive and diverse, and people of different beliefs can live in harmony.

2. The Magic History in "Harry Potter"

The exhibition "Harry Potter: A History of Magic" jointly held by J.K. Rowling, Bloomsbury Publishing House and the British Library opens a door for us to explore the origin of magic. This exhibition showcases a large number of rare treasures provided by the archives of the British Library and J.K. Rowling's private collections such as unpublished manuscripts and illustrations for the first time. Ancient magic books, celestial globes, gorgeously bound scrolls, bottles containing dragon's blood, snake-shaped wands, rare mandrake roots, portraits of centaurs, witch brooms and other items have made their appearances one after another, making people feel as if they are in a magical world.

The book "Harry Potter: A History of Magic" contains all the contents of the exhibition, allowing more readers who cannot attend the exhibition to have an immersive experience. This book is divided into chapters according to the various disciplines of Hogwarts School. Experts from various fields contribute articles to deeply explain those moments when magic and reality are intertwined. From magic journeys to potions and alchemy, from herbalism, spellcasting to astronomy, divination, and then to defense against the dark arts and care of magical creatures classes, it comprehensively shows the rich connotations of the magic world.

The exhibition also showcases many rare items, such as the early draft of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", the deleted mermaid fragment from "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets", Rowling's hand-drawn illustrations and Rowling's setting notes. These precious materials not only let us understand the magic world of "Harry Potter" more deeply but also provide important clues for us to explore the origin of magic.

3. The Birth and Educational Structure of Magic

Magic was born in the process of people's pursuit of powerful forces. After going through several hardships, the research results were unified and finally the concept of magic was formed. Everyone has the concept of magic power in their bodies. It can be understood as essence qi or a kind of energy. It is a vague content that has been given a noun.

To use magic, a chanting system using Runes needs to be used. During chanting, the pre-combined Runes will demand a certain degree of magic power from the chanter. This effect can also be blocked and the supply can be controlled by the chanter himself. This basically becomes the dividing line between ordinary people and magicians. If one cannot freely control the use of magic power, it is almost impossible to precisely control magic. Runes have their own combinations and various pronunciations under the arrangements, which makes the Runes with only 24 letters have broader possibilities waiting for scholars to study and explore.

To systematically learn magic, one needs to pay a certain amount of fees to take the entrance examination of public colleges. If the amount of magic power or the control of magic reaches a certain level, one will be invited to enroll. It is divided into 16 semesters and a total of 4 years for separate payments. During the learning process at the college, the tutors of each faction will arrange several instructors and counselors to educate up to 40 students. The division of factions is determined at the entrance examination. The attribute tendency revealed by magic power in the examination will determine which faction one will be assigned to in the future. Since the human body cannot be dominated by two attributes, even if multiple attributes are revealed in magic power, the attribute with the highest proportion still prevails. In the subsequent research, additional attributes will be gradually eliminated to ensure the purity of the corresponding attribute magic power.

In the early stage of learning, two semesters will be used to learn professional knowledge and study the fabricated magic history. Let all students have a one-sided understanding of the entire origin of magic from a different perspective. Then, through the hints of teachers, infer the authenticity of this history. Finally, give reasonable and well-founded rebuttal views to be eligible for higher-level academic study. This teaching method aims to cultivate students' practical mentality and let them not be immersed in the illusions fabricated by others but be able to think and judge independently.

Apprentices who have successfully advanced will then have the conditions to接触 systematic magic learning. They will obtain several very average magic formulas. These formulas are collectively created and optimized by tutors, so that the consumption level, control precision and effect of magic are controlled at an "average" level. After fully mastering the usage method of the formulas, one can change the formulas and transform them to serve oneself. Basically, the more拗口 and difficult-to-read word combinations can exert more powerful effects. The smoother the chanting, the less magic power will be wasted. This also requires magicians to have good eloquence to cope with the chanting of magic. With the customized transformation of formulas, each magician apprentice will eventually have their own unique magic. At that time, several conventional attribute magics will be exhibited to apprentices in the form of scrolls. These magic formulas each have their own advantages for apprentices to study and use.

So far, four semesters have passed. In these four semesters, there are not only academic knowledge courses but also high-intensity physical training to lay a foundation for future examinations. Magic learning not only emphasizes the imparting of theoretical knowledge but also emphasizes physical training. Because in the magic world, physical fitness is also very important. Only with good physical fitness can one better cope with various magic challenges and battles.

IV. Are There Similar Magical Phenomena in Reality?

It can move freely and even penetrate walls and glass. At present, although scientists have not completely determined the cause of ball lightning, there are already some theories and hypotheses.