The Witch of Light is a character in the popular fantasy novel series "The Chronicles of Narnia" written by C.S. Lewis. She is introduced as the main antagonist in the first book, "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." Known as the White Witch, she is a powerful sorceress who has ruled Narnia for a hundred years, making it "always winter but never Christmas." The Witch of Light is characterized as an evil and manipulative being.
The Witch of Light is a master of information, shaping it for a wide array of purposes. Knowledge is power and to them, this can be quite literal, ranging from manipulation, to communications, to information brokering. Information is the web that they pluck like a spider.
People themselves are a bit too organic and messy to fully net into, unable to fully grasp true information on their own like a computer or other formats could. While useful for combat, their capabilities can range anywhere from lashes to waves to pinprick beams, able to change size, shape, intensity, and flow with extreme speed.
" The Witch of Light is characterized as an evil and manipulative being. She is cold-hearted and cruel, using her magic to maintain control over Narnia and its inhabitants. She is feared and despised by the talking animals and the sentient creatures of Narnia, who long for the return of Aslan, the rightful ruler.
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I would like an analysis for the Witch of Light, please.
-historyhipster
“One who changes Light and changes through Light”
Witch
In the tales of olden yore, witches were powerhouses, ranking up in the “fantasy villain” scale above trolls but only slightly below dragons. Each witch, from Baba Yaga to Sabrina to the Wicked Witch of the West, no matter how different, always had one factor in common; they all had the ability to change the world with the snap of their fingers.
Witches are an insanely active class, simply because causing great impacts is in the very nature of their role. While the Heir is a passive manipulator, inspiring others to create change, Witches have the power to cause that change themselves through insane demonstrations of their aspect. Because of this, Witches are usually rather rebellious, not wanting to keep with the current system or follow society’s rules, man!
YES i am going out with this gun. no i will not go get a bigger one. no i will not take yours! I can’t even lift it. oh that is so preposterous. do you even hear what youre saying? i will be fine! this is a perfectly deadly gun and it shoots lots of incredibly deadly bullets! oh will you just stop it. i am going now. Goodbye.
You would redefine what it means to be CULLED in troll society. Under your rule it would mean caring for the unfit and infirm rather than exterminating them, and you have put this idea into practice by CULLING THE FAUNA OF THE DEEP.
(Yeah, I’m not translating this. Take her smoking a joint as enough of a sign of her rebellion.)
The path of development for a Witch is rather straightforward. First, a Witch must not only realize something needs to be changed, but also realize that she has the power to change and then act on it. This is something Feferi never really learns, as she realizes troll society is wrong, but never gets around to actually doing anything about it. If a Witch doesn’t have the power to act, then how can she truly have the power to change?
Once she learns to harness her latent ability and use it to astounding effect, a Witch must then learn when and when not to use her “powers”. As we all know, with great power comes great responsibility. If a Witch tries to change too much, she begins unfairly enforcing her will on others.
For example, Damara went to critical moments in the A1 trolls’ session in order to destroy (Time) their chances of success, and grimbark!Jade held Roxy captive and forced her to create (Space) a matriorb for the Condesce. In this way, Witches become the very essence of control and stagnation they once rebelled against.
But when Witches not only learn how to use their power, but also when to use it?
They can accomplish MiRaClEs.
Light
Light is an aspect that can mean a variety of different things, depending on the viewpoint of the Light player themselves. In its most literal sense, Light is illumination, the spotlight that reveals for all to see. It is the information that opens one’s eyes to the truth, and the facts that reveal the false.
As a Seer of Light, Rose learned to find information and use her understanding of it to help her team. As a Sylph of Light, Aranea healed others’ understanding by constantly filling them in on important backstories and future key details.
But information and understanding is only one half of the spectrum of Light. The other half, the more philosophical half, is relevance.
Importance is a major part of the Light aspect. Only with Light can you sort through what is unnecessary and reveal what is relevant. Think of it like a spotlight during a play, focusing on the main actors as they read their lines while the ones in the shadows head backstage.
Vriska utilized this part of her aspect perfectly as a Thief of Light, even if she didn’t truly understand it. By “stealing importance”, Vriska made sure all eyes were on her as she stole the final kill on the Black King.
So basically, Light ==> Information, Understanding, and Importance.
Witch of Light
Taking all of this into account, a Witch of Light is a hero who changes the truth, knowledge, and relevance around her, manipulating it in inspiring and dramatic ways. Light is their plaything; and the world, their playground.
On the information side of the aspect, a Witch of Light would change set-in-stone policies of fact, challenging their validity and offering new insights. What was once held as truth would be revealed as a sham, as a Witch of Light would present shocking new evidence to the contrary, thus changing Light through Light.
With importance, however, a Witch of Light would instead question why certain things need to be addressed at all. Whether it’s a person obtaining too much credit for an accomplishment they didn’t achieve or a trivial factor given too much importance by a lackluster system, a healthy Witch of Light would reveal the truth and point the way toward who really deserves the credit and what truly needs to be focused on.
Essentially, a Witch of Light changes how others “see the Light”.
(Witch of Light art courtesy of this person.)
(Jade God Tier art courtesy of this person.)
(Also, I realize I used “she” pronouns when talking about the Witch, but that was because I didn’t want to keep typing he/she or him/her. I still don’t fully agree with gender-exclusive classes, even if it is canon. It just…limits the system, you know?)
(One last thing: Do you guys like the uber-detailed analyses, where I talk about the class and aspect before I get to the actual classpect, or would you rather I have them shortened down to just detailing the actual combination? Send me a message or comment and let me know.)
The White Witch is associated with the element of light, as her name suggests. However, her brand of light is cold and lifeless, symbolizing her oppressive rule and lack of mercy. She is often depicted as a beautiful but icily pale woman, with a cold, distant demeanor that chills those around her. Throughout the series, the Witch of Light becomes a symbol of darkness and evil, standing in contrast to the true light represented by Aslan, the lion and true king of Narnia. Aslan is the embodiment of goodness and self-sacrifice, while the Witch embodies selfishness and tyranny. Her presence in the story serves as a constant reminder of the consequences of unchecked power and the importance of fighting against oppression. Despite her formidable powers, the Witch of Light ultimately meets her downfall in the final book of the series, "The Last Battle." She is defeated by Aslan and his followers, bringing an end to her reign of terror and restoring freedom to Narnia. In conclusion, the Witch of Light is a significant character in "The Chronicles of Narnia." She represents the embodiment of evil and darkness, ruling over Narnia with an iron fist. Her ultimate defeat highlights the themes of good versus evil and the triumph of light over darkness..
Reviews for "Embracing the Divine Feminine: Exploring the Goddess Aspect of the Witch of Light"
1. Emily - 2 stars
I was really disappointed in "Witch of Light." The concept seemed interesting, but the execution fell flat for me. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it hard for me to connect with them. Additionally, the plot was predictable and didn't offer any surprising twists or turns. Overall, I found the book to be dull and unengaging.
2. Matthew - 1 star
I couldn't finish "Witch of Light." The writing style was incredibly boring and lacked any sort of excitement or suspense. The dialogue between characters was stilted and unrealistic, leaving me feeling disconnected from the story. The pacing was also a major issue, as the plot seemed to drag on with no clear direction. I was hoping for a captivating witch story, but this book fell far short of my expectations.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
"Witch of Light" was a disappointment for me. The main character was incredibly cliché and lacked any unique qualities. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me confused at times about the setting and magical elements. The romance in the book felt forced and didn't add anything to the overall plot. Overall, I found this book to be forgettable and would not recommend it to others.
4. Michael - 1 star
I struggled to get through "Witch of Light." The writing was filled with grammatical errors and typos, which made it difficult to read. The story itself lacked focus and seemed to jump around without any clear direction. The ending was unsatisfying and left many unanswered questions. It's a shame because the premise had potential, but the execution was sorely lacking.
5. Amanda - 2 stars
I expected more from "Witch of Light." The plot was predictable and lacked any real surprises. The protagonist was unlikeable and made decisions that didn't make sense to me. The pacing was also inconsistent, with some chapters dragging on while others seemed rushed. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to others.