The Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game includes a wide variety of different planes and dimensions for players to explore. One of these planes is known as the Magical Plane. This plane is a realm of magic and wonder, where powerful sorcerers and enchanters rule. In the Magical Plane, the duels take on a whole new level of intensity. Players must master the art of spellcasting and harness the power of magical creatures and artifacts to defeat their opponents. The duels in the Magical Plane can be unpredictable and full of surprises, as players rely on their skill in casting spells and activating powerful magic cards.
In contrast to Edna’s parasitic infestation of dementia mold, Adam Robitel’s titular character, Deborah Logan, becomes literally possessed by the demon that is Alzheimer’s disease. Deborah’s symptoms are similar to the Edna’s in Ritual: wandering, insomnia, frustration, and even violence against others and herself. But the true connection between the films is the insight that the afflicted are not the only ones who experience horror.
Sam finds herself lost, without a cell signal essentially a lack of all communication and in a state of wandering panic for hours literally trapped within the dementia. Just about a year after her death, my paternal grandmother moved into an independent care complex then into an assisted living facility because of her worsening dementia.
The duels in the Magical Plane can be unpredictable and full of surprises, as players rely on their skill in casting spells and activating powerful magic cards. One of the most unique aspects of the Magical Plane is the use of spell cards. These cards allow players to cast powerful spells that can turn the tide of a duel.
HORROR YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED: THE TAKING OF DEBORAH LOGAN (2014)
This creepy found footage horror starts out with an interesting story that supports the constant filming. Student Mia (Michelle Ang) is doing a thesis film on the effects of Alzheimer’s and is going to use an older woman named Deborah Logan (Jill Larson), who has been diagnosed with the early stages of the disease, as her subject. Debbie and her daughter Sarah (Anne Ramsey) have agreed to this thanks to grant money from the school and let Mia and her two man crew into their spacious old home to film their lives. They set cameras up all over the house to document the sad effects of this ailment on Deborah’s life, as the disease progresses. As Mia and crew continue to document, though, Deborah starts to exhibit some very alarming behavior and soon it begins to appear as if there is something else taking control of the woman…something dark, malevolent and with very ill-intentions.
This is one horror flick that will make your skin crawl! Directed by Adam Robitel, from his script with Gavin Heffernan, this is not only a really effective use of found footage, but a film that can push your buttons to unsettling degrees. The sad effects of Deborah’s Alzheimer’s is heartbreaking enough to give you chills, in the early scenes, but when she starts exhibiting more bizarre and violent behavior, the goose-bumps start to appear quickly and frequently. Robitel simply gets maximum effect out of the woman’s behavior and aided by a knock-out performance by Jill Larson, this movie is downright disturbing and on a consistent basis. The film only looses it’s grip somewhat in the last act when the action is taken out of the Larson home and into a hospital and then a wooded area. At that point it gets a bit more theatrical and wasn’t as intimately spooky, but there is still enough to chill such as Deborah kidnapping a young children’s cancer patient for some nefarious purpose. Involving a child who is already a victim of a horrid disease is just downright disturbing…but never crosses the line into exploitation. Robitel really knows how to set up some unsettling scenes, both subtly and more dramatically and does so often. There is some effective blood and gore as well and some imagery that will stick with you long after the film is over. A very impressive debut from Adam Robitel and one of the most effective found footage horrors in quite some time.
As for the cast, lead Jill Larson, as said, really makes this work with an absolutely strong…and really disturbing performance, as Deborah. She portrays, at first, a sweet older woman, who is sadly coming under the effects of Alzheimer’s and she conveys this in a way that immediately evokes our sympathy. It’s just heartbreaking to watch the look on her face after she’s done something odd and she realizes it. When her behavior starts to get more and more malevolent and bizarre, the body language and hateful glares this woman uses to convey her possessed state is truly bone-chilling work. A wonderful performance. Anne Ramsey is also good as daughter Sarah, but, she is a familiar face and thus weakens the overall illusion that this is real footage of real people. Cute Michelle Ang is fine as Mia, giving us that ambitious student out to make an impression, but she also seems to legitimately care about Deborah and gets emotionally involved when things get spooky. Brent Gentile is one of her crew, Gavin. The character is a bit whiny, but in this case, I’m not sure I blame him and Gentile is perfectly suitable. Rounding out, we have Jeremy DeCarlos as cameraman Luis, who is hardly ever seen, Ryan Cutrona as Deborah’s loyal, caring and yet somewhat mysterious neighbor and Anne Bedian as Deborah’s doctor, Dr. Nazir. All support the leads adequately with Cutrona standing out a bit in the secondary cast.
In short, this is one creepy as hell flick! First-time director Adam Robitel really knows how to create some very disturbing imagery and scenes that will chill you to the bone. He’s not afraid to “go there” and use sensitive subjects in his horror story, yet never exploits them; they are part of the story and effectively used. It’s one of the best found footage films in sometime and Robitel proves he’s a director/writer to watch. View this film with the lights out and prepare to be chilled!
Rated 3 and 1/2 (out of 4) garden spades!
The traditional image of death within the horror genre takes on many shapes, bodies, and masks, but the formulaic situations that lead to the death of stereotypical and trope-ish characters remains the same: young adults with healthy, able bodies running for their lives, all doomed aside from one or two exceptional characters. . Often it is the literal past that comes to hunt them, as in Friday the 13th, Poltergeist, and A Nightmare on Elm Street. This is typical. This is the slasher genre in a nutshell. At other times the horror manifests a real social and/or physical transformation, as in Rosemary’s Baby (motherhood), Carrie (puberty), The Amityville Horror (divorce and remarriage).
From summoning mythical creatures to manipulating the very fabric of reality, spell cards are essential to victory in the Magical Plane. Another key feature of the Magical Plane is the wide variety of magical creatures that players can summon to their side. These creatures range from mighty dragons to mischievous fairies, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Players must strategize and build their decks around these creatures, using their powers to outwit and overpower their opponents. The Magical Plane is a realm where imagination and creativity are key. Players are encouraged to experiment with different strategies and combinations of cards to discover new and powerful spellcasting techniques. The plane offers endless possibilities for deckbuilding and dueling, making each duel a unique and thrilling experience. Overall, the Magical Plane is a captivating and enchanting dimension within the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. It allows players to dive into a world of magic and sorcery, where the possibilities for dueling are truly limitless. With its focus on spellcasting and the use of magical creatures, the Magical Plane offers a unique and exciting twist on the traditional game..
Reviews for "The Role of Spells in the Yugioh Magical Plane: Unleashing their Full Potential"
1. John - 1 star - I found "Yugioh magical plane" to be extremely underwhelming. The storyline was predictable and the characters were one-dimensional. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with any of the characters. Additionally, the pacing was slow, and I found myself losing interest in the plot halfway through the book. Overall, I was disappointed with the lack of creativity and depth in this novel.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - "Yugioh magical plane" was a letdown for me. The concept seemed promising, but the execution fell flat. The writing style was overly simplistic and lacked nuance, making it difficult to engage with the story. The character development was poor, with most of the characters feeling more like caricatures rather than well-rounded individuals. The plot felt rushed and didn't allow for any meaningful exploration of the magical world. Overall, I felt like the potential of the concept was wasted, and I wouldn't recommend this book to others.
3. Mark - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Yugioh magical plane," but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The world-building was lacking, leaving many aspects of the magical plane unexplained and confusing. The pacing was uneven, with long periods of slow development followed by rushed action scenes. The dialogue was stilted and unrealistic, making it difficult to immerse myself in the story. Overall, while the premise was interesting, the execution left much to be desired. I was left feeling unsatisfied and disappointed by this book.