A male witch is often referred to as a warlock. The term "warlock" comes from the Old English word "wǣrloga," which means "oathbreaker" or "deceiver." However, the use of the term "warlock" to describe a male witch is not universally accepted or used within the modern witchcraft community. Some modern practitioners prefer to use non-gender specific terms such as "witch" regardless of gender. While the term warlock historically had negative connotations, with associations of malevolence or treachery, it has since evolved and can be seen as a way to reclaim and reframe the concept of male witches. It is important to note that the use of different terminology may vary depending on the cultural or individual preferences within the witchcraft community.
It is important to note that the use of different terminology may vary depending on the cultural or individual preferences within the witchcraft community..
The Owl House Episode 18 Review
In season one, episode eighteen of The Owl House, we finally learn who cursed Eda and nothing good happens from that point on.
“Wing it Like a Witch” was definitely the calm before the storm — a warm, feel-good episode before everything we’d come to know as the status quo comes crashing down on our hearts. The running theory around “Agony of a Witch” was that it would be about Eda’s backstory, her curse, and or Emperor Bellows. None of these were wrong; they just weren’t in the way most of us expected.
As much as I’d love to say that I was shocked to my core at the revelations presented in “Agony of a Witch”, I’m not. Make no mistake, I am shocked just not as much as I should’ve been, which I put as a testament to this show’s foreshadowing.
The covens being a relatively new thing was unsurprising (see my review of “Wing It Like Witches”). The covens being only fifty years old, however, was not what I was suspecting. I have no idea what the average lifespan of a witch from the Boiling Isles is but I feel like fifty years does not make one elderly here. So how did Emperor Bellows manage to implement a nation-wide system that no one questions or seems to remember the times before, I ask knowing full well that there are things from the Cold War that the U.S. still hasn’t gotten rid of and few know we aren’t supposed to still have. Fear, the answer is fear.
So, apparently, everyone knows that the Boiling Isles is built out of a titan’s corpse and they treat said nameless titan almost reverently. Is the titan even dead? Emperor Bellows’s castle is directly connected to a large beating heart that I can only assume is the titan’s heart. Beating hearts usually indicated that whoever the heart belongs to is still living. So, is the titan still alive and just gutted or something? That’s gruesome! That’s practically torture. It feels like everyone’s just some sort of parasite that’s taken over the body of this titan. What the heck is this world of magic and body horror?
Lilith being the one who cursed Eda was surprising but not shocking. While I had long since stopped suspecting Lilith of being the culrprit due to how earnest she seemed in wanting Eda’s curse removed (which she is, in a way), the thought was there once upon a time. Nevertheless, I was hurt all the same. Who curses their sister to force her to join a cult run by a guy they themself fears all in the name of family? The answer is Lilith but the question is still why?
Emperor Bellows is indeed terrifying but not because of anything he actually he says. He’s terrifying because he’s a very creepy individual that we still know very little about. His throne sits beneath a massive beating heart that seems to react to his own heart (Is that actually his own heart?). He tears open tiny hearts and pours the green goop from it into his eyes to make himself feel less like he’s dying. What is this guy and why is he like this? How did he even ascend to emperor in the first place? I had to be by force but he’d have to be ridiculously strong and/or clever to become a tyrant of a group of a people who once ran around using magic somewhat like Eda does, and Eda is one of the strongest witches on the Boiling Isles.
Despite the horribly downer ending “Agony of a Witch” hits us with, there still are some fun light-hearted gems.
Gus and Willow are the type of friends who would commit crimes with you. Good to know.
Amity can’t go on the field trip because she hurt her ankle last episode and is bitter about it.
Eda made Luz a magic cloak, presumedly with a cape. This was the biggest red flag in the episode that bad things were going to happen but it’s still an incredibly sweet moment.
King made a stripper cake.
And while it may seem like I hate Hooty, I do. However, if anything bad should ever happen to him, I’d definitely rage.
This is a great episode. The red flags dipped in saccharine are incredibly heavy-handed but they’re still amusing and a small part of the episode. While most of the episode plays out like an average Owl House episode, the last third is where everything picks up, especially the animation. The only way I can see the show moving forward is by rescuing Eda, but I have no idea how Luz and friends can possibly do that. This’ll be interesting.
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Reviews for "Reviving the Male Witch Moniker: A Modern Perspective"
- Jessica - 1 star
I found "What is the moniker for a male witch" to be completely disappointing and lacking in any substantial content. The author failed to provide any interesting or unique information about male witches, opting instead for clichés and stereotypes. The writing style was also subpar and unengaging, making it difficult to stay interested in the topic. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a comprehensive or insightful exploration of the subject.
- Michael - 2 stars
"What is the moniker for a male witch" had the potential to be an intriguing read, but it fell short in many aspects. The author provided limited information that felt superficial and repetitive. The book lacked depth and failed to delve into the historical and cultural significance of male witches. Moreover, the writing style was dry and uninspiring, making it a struggle to maintain interest. I was left wanting more substance and better research in this book.
- Sarah - 1 star
I was extremely disappointed with "What is the moniker for a male witch". The book failed to deliver on its promises, providing little to no insightful information about male witches. The content felt shallow and lacked depth, leaving me with more questions than answers. The writing style was also cumbersome, making it difficult to follow along and engage with the material. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of male witches as it failed to deliver on its premise.