Broomhilda witch is a fictional character in folklore and literature. She is often portrayed as an old, hunchbacked witch with a broomstick and a pointed hat. Broomhilda is known for her magical abilities and her association with witches and magic. Throughout history, witches have been depicted in various ways in different cultures and stories. Broomhilda witch is often depicted as a misunderstood character, with a complex personality and a range of magical abilities. In some stories, she is portrayed as a wise and powerful figure, capable of casting spells, brewing potions, and communicating with spirits.
Broomhilda witch
Broom Hilda is riding on a genuine Catskill Mountain witch's broom
Broom Hilda is riding on a genuine Catskill Mountain witches' broom
A dense cluster of twigs, in medieval times, the mysterious "witches' broom" an unexplainable occurrences was often blamed on witchcraft. Brooms during this time were made of bundles of twigs and called a besom. The term witches' broom comes from the German word Hexenbesen, which means to bewitch (hex) a bundle of twigs (besom).
Witches' brooms occur on many different woody plant species, including deciduous trees such as hackberry, maple, and willow, and conifers such as pine and spruce. There may be only one broom in a tree, or they may be many scattered throughout the tree. In some cases, the brooms are quite large in size and a re easily spotted. In others, they are small and well-hidden.
The broom that Broom Hilda is riding, is a rare find and was harvested right here in the Catskill Mountains.
Broom Hilda is a Kitchen Witch. You will find Kitchen Witches in may Scandinavian kitchens. If you hang Broom Hilda in your kitchen, she will bring good fortune to your home. She's a lucky little kitchen witch who knows a special gnome. You'll not have another burnt pot, and she is sure to keep your meals hot. She will help you with every kitchen chore, if only you will hang her in your kitchen door.
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Broomhilda – Goddess of Witchcraft
Broomhilda is the answer to the question, “Quis custodiet ipsos maleficis” or, “Who watches the witches?” Witches may make appeals to a wide range of deities whilst practicing their craft, but Broomhilda is the overseeing goddess of the craft itself. The sect of Broomhilda is known as the Office for Standards in Charms, Rites, Occultism, Necromancy and Enchantment or “OFCRONE”. In order to become a certified witch, one must become a member and adhere to the high standards they set. Any witches who fail to adhere to the Codex of Practice are exspelled from the faith or as they call it, “Hexcommunicated”. They also police the prohibition of certain potion ingredients considered unethical in more enlightened modern times. For example, the use of eye of newt has been banned since 1727 when the notorious witch Nic Peepyrs was caught in Westminster Abbey going at Sir Isaac’s newly sealed tomb with a cronebar.
OFCRONE also provides a degree of protection from harassment for its members. Thanks to them, most of the witch burnings that happen these days are when two wiccans have a roast battle. OFCRONE organise security patrols around all rituals where members may choose to worship sky-clad to prevent the local perverts from hiding in the bushes and getting an eyeful. Due to the high chance of being turned into an amphibian if caught, these degenerates are known as “Froggers”. (The witches are not completely merciless. They run a support group for anyone doing “pond penance” called “Amphibians Anonymous”.) OFCRONE also work to promote occultural diversity. Alongside this, they educate the general public about witchcraft. One of the ways they do this is via a live streaming platform where anyone can watch real Yorkshire witches practice the dark arts, called T’Witch. The sect also has a scientific research arm which funds a project searching for signs of Dark Magic in the universe, the Mildred Hubble Space Telescope.
In order to raise sufficient money to fund these activities, the sect of Broomhilda runs a number of commercial ventures. The longest established of these concerns manufactures high quality sacred candles and delivers them direct to your door. Next time you have a power cut, consider placing an express order with, “Something Wicked This Way Comes”. They also own a company, based in the North Riding of Yorkshire, which blends and sells fine teas. The best seller in the range is their, “Great Heck *A* Tea”. Their latest, and perhaps most entertaining, venture is a service where you can hire a troupe of five elderly witches to dance erotically at your birthday party or pre-nuptial night out. If you are a best man with a stag night to organise, you may want to consider ordering a Pent-a-Gran.
When a neophyte joins the cult of Broomhilda, they must spend years training at a school of witchcraft or “Unicurseity” (and if you have been to a real school of witchcraft, you will know the subject taught in the greenhouses is not called “Herbology”, it’s “Occultivation”). During their time at Unicurseity the students will keep a scrapbook of newspaper clippings and memorabilia of Hank Marvin, Bruce Welch and Brian Bennett known as a “Book of Shadows”. Once they graduate and have been inducted into the highest echelons of Broomhilda’s priesthood they become privy to the deepest secrets of the craft. In order to prevent these secrets from being betrayed to the uninitiated, the cleric is now locked into the sect for life. The only way to leave, other than by reaching the end of one’s mortal thread, is to be declared insane, but this is notoriously difficult to prove. One witch who wished to leave the cult tried keeping more than twenty pet felines in an attempt to appear deranged. However, the faith leaders decreed that they’d be mad not to love kittens, and so the unfortunate witch remained in the sect forever. This incident became known as the Cats-22 situation.
Whilst there are many spurious tales about witches, they do in fact favour broomstick transportation. However, the technology has advanced beyond recognition in the last 20 years. The most popular current model is a self-driving e-besom known as the “Broomba”. As e-besoms are virtually silent, when they first came out there were multiple collisions with hapless owls and other aerial wildlife. Now e-besoms must be fitted with a small speaker to put back the “broom-broom” sound, and a seat belt to prevent the pilot from flying off the handle.
Throughout most of their lives worshippers of Broomhilda will use their skills to maintain a glamorous and beguiling appearance. They have a very broad and body positive definition of beauty (and have, on occasion, been known to poke random blonde, slim women with a sharp finger in the hope that all the Barbie doll toys around the world will feel a twinge of pain). Towards the end of their mortal existence, some witches choose to embrace the aging process and “go full crone”. Not all witches who choose this path are able to get their complexions to become suitably haggard. One option they have is to undergo a cosmetic aging procedure. The international centre for this form of surgery is based in the Balearic Islands. An unnaturally youthful looking witch in her 70s or 80s may make a visit to the Warter in Majorca so she can look like what she ought-ta.
If you happen to meet a worshipper of Broomhilda, whatever you do, do not touch her bubbling cauldron of green liquid. That’s HER absinthe. Get your own.
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Broom-Hilda
Story: Broom Hilda is the 1500 years old witch who is constantly in search of a man. She used to be a beer drinking, cigar chomping and grumpy, but now she is just grumpy on occasion.
Despite being 1500 years maturity is not among her most prominent traits. Those would be prankish, fun-loving and in desperate need of a man.
Skills & abilities: Broom-Hilda is not a skilled witch but knows the basics like flying on a broom and zapping people.
Continuity: Broom-Hilda
Publisher(s): Tribune Media Services, Inc.
First app.: Comics: April 19, 1970
Creator(s): Russell Myers
Country of origin: USA
Background notes: Even though Broom-Hilda is a witch, there is remarkably little magic going on in the series. The enchanted forest however is a magical surreal experience. Over the years the weirdness of the setting has been reduced, but it is still there. Like the settings, the humor in the series has changed over the years. The politically incorrect bad habits like drinking swearing and smoking has been removed (for the most part) and a kid have been introduced. The magic between the characters is still there, but the humor is leans more towards children now.
Like the rest of the original cast, Broom-Hilda has only appeared in one cartoon, Archie's TV Funnies from 1971 (voice by Jane Webb), but she has been able to get transferred to other medias. Most notable is a musical by Martin Charnin, who also turned Little Orphan Annie into a musical in 1977. The musical should have premiered in 2006, but is still in preparation. The only other media is merchandise like most other popular characters i.e. T-shirts, coffee mugs etc.
Names around the World:
| Denmark | Brunhilde |
| UK/USA | Broom-Hilda |
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In some stories, she is portrayed as a wise and powerful figure, capable of casting spells, brewing potions, and communicating with spirits. In other stories, she is portrayed as a wicked and evil character, using her magic for malevolent purposes. The broomstick is often seen as a symbol of Broomhilda's magical abilities.
In folklore, witches were believed to fly on broomsticks, using them as a means of transportation to attend their gatherings and perform their magical rituals. The broomstick also symbolizes the connection between Broomhilda and nature, as it is often made from natural materials like wood and straw. The pointed hat is another iconic element of Broomhilda's appearance. In folk beliefs, witches were often portrayed as wearing pointed hats to symbolize their connection to the spirit world and their ability to channel magic. The hat is also said to enhance their magical powers. Broomhilda witch has made appearances in various forms of media, including books, movies, and television shows. In popular culture, she is often depicted as a stereotypical witch, complete with a cauldron, black cat, and magical powers. However, in recent years, there has been a shift towards more diverse and complex portrayals of witches, showcasing their strength, intelligence, and independence. In conclusion, Broomhilda witch represents the archetype of a witch in folklore and literature. She is associated with magic, spells, broomsticks, and pointed hats. While her portrayal may vary depending on the story, Broomhilda remains an intriguing and captivating character in the world of witchcraft and fantasy..
Reviews for "The Secret Spells and Potions of Broomhilda the Witch"
1. Megan - 2/5:
I was really disappointed with "Broomhilda Witch". The story was very shallow and predictable. I didn't feel any interest or connection with the characters, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The plot felt rushed and lacked any real depth or complexity. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time reading this book.
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3. Sarah - 2/5:
I found "Broomhilda Witch" to be a lackluster read. The plot was predictable, and the characters were bland and uninteresting. The writing style was simplistic, and I felt like the author was talking down to the readers. The book failed to capture my attention or engage me in any way. It felt like a wasted opportunity for a potentially intriguing story.
4. Alex - 2/5:
"Broomhilda Witch" fell short of my expectations. The writing was mediocre at best, and the story lacked originality. The characters felt like stereotypes, and their actions and motivations were unconvincing. The pacing was off, and the book felt rushed toward the end. I was left feeling unsatisfied and unimpressed with this book.
5. Emily - 3/5:
While "Broomhilda Witch" had some potential, it ultimately failed to deliver. The book had an interesting premise, but the execution fell flat. The pacing was uneven, with slow and dull moments followed by rushed and confusing ones. The characters were underdeveloped, and I struggled to connect with them. Overall, it was a mediocre read that left me wanting more.