A field guide to fictional magic

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Famous incantations, invented languages, and little words with big stories. Discover how to spell them, say them, and understand the magic behind them.

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Light

Harry Potter · Spell

Lumos

LOO-mos · Approximate

Fictional Setting · Harry Potter, Albus Dumbledore

Harry Potter novels; also depicted in the film adaptations

Produces a light at the wand tip that remains useful for exploring dark places until extinguished with Nox.

Luminous magic illuminating a dark fantasy setting
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Force

The Elder Scrolls · Power / Ability

Fus Ro Dah

FOOS · ROH · DAH · Approximate

Fictional Setting · The Dragonborn

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

A forceful vocal blast pushes enemies away; the complete three-word shout can launch them into the air.

An expanding wave of force sweeping across a rugged landscape
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Fire

Inheritance Cycle · Incantation

Brisingr

BRISS-ing-gur

Fictional Setting

Inheritance Cycle novels; Ancient Language word entry

Names fire in the Ancient Language and supplies a fire-related word for magic; the intended result depends on how it is used.

Swirling flames glowing against a dark fantasy backdrop
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Access

Harry Potter · Spell

Alohomora

uh-loh-huh-MOR-uh · Approximate

Fictional Setting · Hermione Granger

Harry Potter novels; the cited scene is from Philosopher’s Stone

Unlocks a locked door, allowing the caster to open it; the cited example is Hermione’s escape into the forbidden third-floor corridor.

Magical light unlocking an ornate door
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