Wallykazam is an animated children's television series that aired on Nickelodeon from 2014 to 2017. The show follows the adventures of Wally, a troll who uses magic words to solve problems and go on various magical adventures with his friends. One of the main features of the show is the use of magic words. Wally possesses a magic stick, which he uses to create words that come to life. These magic words are often used to solve problems or overcome obstacles in each episode. In the episode titled "Wallykazam Magic Word Hunt," Wally and his friends set out on a quest to find a hidden magic word.

Day 217: The Athame

As we all know, the athame (pronounced as either ah-THAH-may or ah-THAY-may) is the Witch’s ceremonial blade. Its traditional physical form among many British Traditional Witchcraft lines is that of a cross-shaped, double-edged, black-handled dagger. This means that the guard extends perpendicularly and in a straight line from the knife’s handle and blade. The blade is typically made of a ferrous metal, and the handle is often a wood which has been stained or painted black. This traditional athame also has a sharp point and sharp edges, and it is inscribed–either physically or energetically–with magical sigils that can denote the blade’s energies as well as its name and its weilder’s magical name. In oath-bound traditions, the particular sigils of the tradition are often imparted after initiation. The traditional athame does vary in size, but it will often be between 8 and 12 inches long from tip to tip. According to lore, an individual’s traditional athame should be as long as the distance from the crook of one’s elbow to the bottom of one’s palm (incidentally, this is also the size of one’s foot).

Pretty close to what a traditional athame looks like, though this is actually a knife for Solomonic magic. Athames typically do not have engraving on the blade.

Note that I was very careful to say “the traditional athame” above. In practice, I’m starting to think any knife can be called an athame. You’ll see hilts of every color and material, single-edge blades, blades made from any metal and containing more twists and turns than a Hula dancer, knives made entirely of wood or ivory or bone, and hardly anyone physically inscribes anything upon their athame these days. And you know what? I think that’s great. It is such a personal tool that I find it difficult to believe that every athame would physically conform to a rigid guideline of what a particular knife might look like. In this sense, I am all about tossing traditional restrictions to the wind and finding the knife that feels right to you for use in your own personal practice. As for myself, just about the only tradition I insisted upon was a dark handle. “Candle” is just 8.25″ long (my elbow to palm distance is 10.5″), has a wavy copper blade that is technically single-edged, that edge is dull and the point blunted, and the guard doesn’t extend beyond the handle. I also have no intention to physically inscribe anything upon my beautiful athame. And you know what? My athame works perfectly for me.

My new athame: “Candle” from Brewan at The Metal Craft

As Roderick points out, some traditions hold that the athame is the only tool essential for witchcraft. I strongly disagree–witchcraft is the union of all elements into spirit, not the privilege of any one over the rest. I think the privilege given to the athame by many traditions may have some historical connection with Gardner, though. Old Gardner was very fond of his blades: a full set would entail not only the athame, but also a sword, a boline, and a white-handled knife. The blade fetish carried over into his fiction, too. In Gardner’s novel High Magic’s Aid, the magus Thur can literally do no magical work until he secures the white- and black-handled knives of the witch Vada. Nothing else has magical value without these blades (which alarmingly implies that the blades–not the weilder–is the source of the magic). Even coven practice implicitly reinforces the idea that the athame is the most important tool. For example, it is the one personal magical tool everyone in Hartwood Grove must bring to our group rituals and the only tool our leaders ask that we acquire before initiation. (To be fair, though, each of us also keeps a secondary chalice of our own at the covenstead for use in group Cakes and Wine, so that counts for something.) With a culture such as this, I can see why some practitioners do not view the athame as having equivalent power to the wand, pentacle, and chalice.

I do think, though, that the athame’s physical presence plays a role in commanding this idea of ‘most important tool.’ The other tools basically amount to dinnerware and a stick. The athame, however, is a dagger. You could use it to hurt or kill a person. It is a Scary Thing with capital letters, and as such it immediately commands attention on a mundane level. I find it a little sad that we allow our first cultural/psychological association with the item to give it so much eminence in our tool chests.

Similarly, I find it heart-breaking that some people allow that mundane association of Scary Thing to keep them from using the tool at all. Yes, the dagger carries associations of male dominance, warfare, and aggression…but, as any good cook can tell you, it’s also the tool that makes a good dinner possible. (Think it’s the stove and a pan? Take a look inside a raw foods kitchen. Knives and cutting implements out the wazoo.) In this light, the knife is step one in hearth tending…even if it could also lead to domestic destruction. That being said, I do get a little nervous when a fellow practitioner’s athame looks like a hunting or warring blade or is such a fantasy piece it’s points have points. These look like pure destructive weapons to me, or something without a shred of spiritual purpose. I can definitely understand why some people would feel this way towards all blades.

Magical practitioners who can’t quite get around their mental blocks for using a knife (or who circle with young children) have used plenty of other items to direct energy. I used my right index and middle fingers for years. I’ve also used a quartz crystal, feathers, wands, candles…they all directed energy. In fact, I thought they worked so well that I practically had to be drawn kicking and screaming into using my ‘big girl’ athame instead of my own fingers every time I did magical work. But when I did…I learned I’d been using a paring knife to do the job of a chef’s knife. The knife allowed something to click in my brain that let me direct that energy much more cleanly and efficiently. And now that I’ve gone black, I don’t think I can go back. I would definitely encourage other practitioners to work through their blade blocks, too.

Athame

An example of an Athame, a ceremonial double-edged dagger.

Athame or athamé is what some practitioners of knives . In some traditions, the athame is a knife with a double edged blade and short (often black) handle; other traditions require that the blade be dull, curved, wavy, or a variety of other specifications.

The athame is usually used for boline or white-handled knife is used. Exceptions include "kitchen witchcraft", which actively encourages the use of magical tools for mundane purposes to increase the witch's familiarity with it.

Many traditions associate the athame with the element of Sidhe , to whom iron is supposedly harmful.

There are cleansing rituals to "break in" a newly acquired Athame, be it new, or acquired from another person.

There is no proven etymology for this word as it does not appear in any European Language. In the book Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft, Prof. Ronald Hutton looks into the possible sources that Gerald Gardner may have used to obtain the word 'athame', but he does not pinpoint any clear single source. Some sources, however, (including Robert Graves) suggest that it is derived from Arabic Al Thame (or Adh-dhame), The Arrow.

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Additional Details

In the episode titled "Wallykazam Magic Word Hunt," Wally and his friends set out on a quest to find a hidden magic word. The magic word is supposed to grant a wish to anyone who finds it. Throughout the episode, Wally and his friends go on a hunt, following clues and solving riddles to find the elusive magic word.

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Great knive for intended purpose

The episode showcases the value of teamwork and problem-solving skills. Wally and his friends work together, using their individual strengths to decipher the clues and overcome challenges along the way. The concept of magic words in Wallykazam teaches children the power of words and how they can have a positive impact on others. The show emphasizes the importance of using words to solve problems, help others, and promote kindness. Overall, "Wallykazam Magic Word Hunt" is a fun and educational episode that entertains children while promoting important values and skills. Through its magical adventures and emphasis on teamwork, the show encourages children to use their words wisely and embrace the power of language..

Reviews for "The magic word hunt: A journey into the fantastical world of Wallykazam"

1. Emily - 2 stars - I have to say, I was quite disappointed with Wallykazam's magic word hunt. While the concept of the show seemed promising, the execution fell flat for me. The animation felt choppy and outdated, and the plot was predictable and lacked depth. Additionally, the characters didn't really resonate with me and I found them rather one-dimensional. Overall, it just didn't hold my interest and I ended up switching to another show halfway through.

2. Mark - 1 star - I cannot express how much I disliked Wallykazam's magic word hunt. The show seemed to target a very young audience, and as an adult, I found it incredibly dull and unengaging. The dialogue was simplistic and repetitive, and the plot lacked any sort of excitement or intrigue. The animation style was also not to my taste, and I found it personally off-putting. I wouldn't recommend this show to anyone over the age of five.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - As a parent, I have to say I was not impressed with Wallykazam's magic word hunt. While I appreciate shows that aim to teach children valuable lessons, this one seemed to lack any sort of educational content. The focus seemed to be solely on fun and entertainment, which is fine, but the execution felt lacking. The characters were not particularly likable, and the humor was a bit forced. Overall, it just didn't meet my expectations for a show geared towards young children.

4. David - 2 stars - Wallykazam's magic word hunt didn't resonate with me at all. The animation style was unique, but it felt a bit jarring and over-the-top. The plot was simplistic and repetitive, with the same formula being used in every episode. Additionally, I found the pacing to be quite slow, and it didn't hold my attention for long. I think it's important for children's shows to be engaging for both kids and adults, and unfortunately, Wallykazam did not achieve that balance for me.

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