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In the realm of fictional stories, magic schools have always captured the imagination of readers and viewers alike. The concept of a special school where young wizards and witches learn the intricacies of magic has become almost iconic in popular culture. One such magical institution that has gained widespread popularity is the Magic School of Muad Matter. Located in the mystical realm of Zephyr, the Magic School of Muad Matter stands as a testament to the power and wonder of magic. This renowned institution has been in existence for centuries and has trained countless generations of talented magic practitioners. The school is nestled in a secluded valley, hidden away from the prying eyes of ordinary humans.

The Modern Witch's Coven—Variations on a Theme

My group used to be more formal before Covid hit, but we were all so tired and frazzled, we shifted to a more laid-back way of doing things and most of the time that s what we ve stuck with. My group used to be more formal before Covid hit, but we were all so tired and frazzled, we shifted to a more laid-back way of doing things and most of the time that s what we ve stuck with.

The school is nestled in a secluded valley, hidden away from the prying eyes of ordinary humans. The curriculum of the Magic School of Muad Matter is centered on honing the magical abilities of its students. From the basics of spellcasting to advanced potion brewing and elemental manipulation, the school offers a comprehensive education in various branches of magic.

The Coven of Witches That Fought the Nazis During World War II

Gerald Gardner, known as "The Father of Witchcraft," led his coven in a spell that targeted Adolf Hitler in 1940.

These weren't the "double, double toil and trouble" kind of witches Shakespeare wrote about in "Macbeth." They were Wiccans, led by Gerald Gardner, the man whose writings would revive the pagan belief system to the modern era. In 1940s Britain, his beliefs were far from the mainstream, but like the rest of the country, he knew he might soon find himself under Nazi domination.

Gardner may have been 55 years old and leading a coven of witches, but he was still a patriotic Briton with a stiff upper lip. So the man who would be remembered as "The Father of Witchcraft" and his followers were going to do their part to defend the island, casting a spell that would target Adolf Hitler personally and end the threat of a Nazi invasion.

Gardner grew up in a wealthy English family that ran a timber company for the British Empire. He was a sickly boy who spent more time with his nursemaid than his parents. He spent much of his young life traveling and educating himself, eventually gaining a keen interest in spirituality, religious rituals and the occult. He would return to Britain as an older man, still sickly, but took up a career as a civil servant and amateur archeologist. Meanwhile, his interest in the occult only grew.

After Britain declared war on Germany in 1939, Garder settled in Highcliffe-on-Sea and joined the New Forest Coven, a group of pagan witches in southern England that he believed were continuing a pre-Christian religious order that had been kept secret for centuries. As 1939 turned to 1940, Gardner's affection for his coven grew, as did the coven itself. They practiced folk magic in tune with their beliefs and he began writing books that would later form the foundation for the brand of Wicca that still bears Gardner's name.

A Book of Shadows, a Wiccan religious text and instructions for magical rituals, owned by Gerald Gardner.

Meanwhile, in Europe, things weren't going quite as well for the British Expeditionary Force. Nazi Germany had captured its objectives in Poland, and had already conquered Denmark, Norway, Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg. As the German Army pushed farther into France in May 1940, hundreds of thousands of Allied soldiers had to be evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk. Paris was captured in June 1940, and France was forced to capitulate.

The Battle of Britain was about to begin. And when Prime Minister Winston Churchill ordered Britons to "therefore brace ourselves to our duties," the aged Gardner and his band of witches dutifully complied. Gardner himself became an air raid warden and his home a headquarters for Air Raid Precautions, a civil defense organization. He also joined the local Home Guard as an armorer, providing locals with weapons from his own collection of firearms and preparing molotov cocktails for use in combat.

But Gardner wanted to do more, and believed he had the magical ability to take the fight to the Nazis. The lore of the New Forest Coven included a ritual that had been used twice to defend the British Isles from the threat of an invasion. By creating a "Cone of Power," he and his coven could affect real-world events from the security of the New Forest. British witches had purportedly used the Cone of Power in 1588 to help fight off the Spanish Armada and in 1805 to end Napoleon's threat to England. They were going to use it once more in 1940.

The Cone of Power would be directed toward Hitler's brain to cloud his judgment, weaken his resolve and hasten his downfall. It was Aug. 1, 1940, and Lammas Eve, an important harvest festival in the Wicca religion, when Gardner and his coven met in New Forest. Just north of Highcliffe, they met around an ancient hangman's tree called The Naked Man. From there, the coven walked to Ferny Knapp Inclosure, a wooded area where the ritual would take place.

Instead of the traditional bonfire, the witches used a shuttered lantern (Gardner was still an air raid warden, after all) and danced in a spiral around it while naked (or "skyclad," in the Wiccan vernacular) to generate the magical energy needed to form the cone. As the coven chanted and danced, Gardner invoked the words of the spell and the assault on Hitler's brain began.

We only know the Cone of Power ritual actually happened because Gardner would write about it himself in one of the three books he wrote on witchcraft in the 1950s. J.L. Bracelin, a high priest of Gardnerian Wicca and a contemporary of Gardner's, also wrote about it in his book, "Gerald Gardner, Witch." But did the Cone of Power affect Hitler's brain?

Before August 1940, the Nazi war machine was virtually unstoppable, making few mistakes along the way. Hitler controlled or otherwise dominated most of Western Europe, and those not under Berlin's direct control (aside from Britain) were either too weak or too fearful to make any meaningful resistance. Roughly six weeks after the Cone of Power, Hitler abruptly canceled Operation Sea Lion, the proposed invasion of Britain, in favor of Operation Barbarossa, the invasion of the Soviet Union.

Less than a year later, Hitler would invade the USSR and declare war on the United States, neither of which he was bound to do. These were two critical miscalculations on the German leader's part that would have disastrous consequences for his regime. To Gerald Gardner and the New Forest Coven, it was proof positive that the Cone of Power had once again saved Britain.

-- Blake Stilwell can be reached at [email protected]. He can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, or on LinkedIn.

The curriculum is designed to be both rigorous and rewarding, pushing students to explore their limits and uncover the depths of their magical potential. Students at Muad Matter are divided into different houses, each representing a different element - fire, water, air, and earth. This division encourages healthy competition and fosters a sense of camaraderie among the students. House rivalries are often displayed through friendly competitions and tournaments, where students showcase their skills and vie for the coveted House Cup. The faculty at Muad Matter consists of seasoned magic practitioners, known as Masters, who possess deep knowledge and expertise in their respective fields. These Masters guide the students in their magical journey, imparting wisdom and sharing their own experiences. They inspire and challenge the students, pushing them to excel and discover the true potential of their magic. Beyond the classroom, Muad Matter offers a rich extracurricular program, including clubs and societies dedicated to various magical disciplines. Students can join clubs such as the Wandmaker's Society, Potion Alchemists Guild, or the Astral Projection Club, allowing them to further explore their interests and expand their magical repertoire. The Magic School of Muad Matter not only provides education but also serves as a hub of mystical knowledge and research. Its vast library contains countless volumes of ancient texts, rare manuscripts, and spellbooks, attracting scholars and researchers from all corners of the realm. The school fosters an environment of intellectual curiosity and pushes the boundaries of magical understanding. Graduates from Muad Matter are highly sought after in the magical community. The training and education received at the school prepares students for various career paths, ranging from becoming powerful wizards and witches to serving as magical researchers or advisors in the realm of Zephyr. In conclusion, the Magic School of Muad Matter stands as a beacon of magical education and wonder. Its rich curriculum and dedicated faculty make it a prestigious institution in the realm of Zephyr. From the moment students step foot within its hallowed halls, they embark on a transformative journey and discover the true power of magic..

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