A group of witchers is referred to as a "school" or "guild." Witchers are trained individuals who undergo extensive training and mutations to become monster hunters. Each school or guild is usually based in a specific region and has its own distinct methods and philosophies. The most well-known school is the School of the Wolf, which is featured prominently in the popular fantasy series, "The Witcher." Other notable schools mentioned in the series include the School of the Cat and the School of the Griffin. The members of each school typically operate individually, taking on contracts to kill dangerous creatures and protect humanity.
If the historical witch was really just a medieval Jew, and the historically accurate witch costume is little other than antisemtism, what does that mean for us? Is it wrong to wear a historically accurate witch hat? Is your witch cosplay hurting people? Honestly . . . it might be. While I see nothing wrong, with enjoying witch history facts, the actual history of the witch trials shows us just how much antisemitism was involved in this outfit. I don't think we need to stop dressing up in witch costumes altogether, but I do think we need to be more aware of the history of the witch costume and the stereotypes we're giving life to when we wear it. If you’re curious about that history, you can find a full bibliography on my Patreon, including all my research notes! It’s important that we don’t forget the prejudices that shaped our world. Unfortunately, these stereotypes are not a long-past part of witchcraft history because they are still hurting Jews today.
I have no strong feelings on the pointy hat as you can see, I own one but that s just one Jew s opinion, and the saying ask two Jews, get three opinions doesn t exist for nothing. This sort of thing was considered as a mark of valour and a character-building challenge to which one could only rise with honour or sink with shame in the playgrounds of the early Thatcher years.
The members of each school typically operate individually, taking on contracts to kill dangerous creatures and protect humanity. They are skilled in combat, alchemy, and the use of magic signs. Each witcher possesses unique mutation-induced abilities, which give them an advantage in their hunts.
Today I Discovered The Racist Origins Of The Pointy Witch Hat
Why do witches wear tall pointy hats? You’ve probably never questioned it through years of Harry Potter and Hocus Pocus, but it has to have come from somewhere, right? As it turns out, that hat’s probable origin, like a lot of human history, is pretty racist.
While witches and their aesthetic are pretty trendy these days, that wasn’t always the case. You don’t have to go back too far in history to reach a point where witches were associated with all things vile and despicable – most prominently the Prince of Darkness, Satan himself.
And, going back even further, witches were not the only group to be associated with Satan by the Christian church, either. Another group commonly accused of consorting with the devil during the Middle Ages were Jewish people.
During this time, a version of the ‘satanic panic’ of the 1980s existed in many European Christian countries, though at that time it was Jewish people who were considered the culprits. Starting around the 12th century it was a common belief that Jewish people possessed magical powers gained from deals with the devil.
Jewish people were often accused of murdering Christian children in grisly sacrifices that mocked the Christian Eucharist.
So what does this have to do with pointy hats? Before the more well-known yellow badge that denoted a person was Jewish in the Middle Ages, a type of cap called a judenhut or Jewish hat was often worn to signify someone was Jewish.
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While initially Jewish people brought this fashion with them as they immigrated and wore it with pride, later they were forced to wear the caps to make sure they were distinguishable from the Christian population.
The judenhut takes a lot of different forms, some with a skinny peak with a ball on top, but others look almost exactly like the witches hats we know today. So when Jewish people were depicted in medieval art taking part in Satanic rituals, they often wore these pointy hats – sometimes even the devil was depicted in one himself.
Another common artistic motif was a scene of Jewish people being burned alive – again, wearing their pointed hats, and again a scene that is also common to that of witches.
The hats themselves were sometimes seen as demonic in themselves – their Latin name pilleus cornutus or ‘horned skullcap’ directly links the style of hat to the Horned One himself, and horns were one of the easiest shortcuts for depicting something as demonic.
That being said, the pointed hat wasn’t regularly connected to witchcraft until centuries later, but it’s likely that the anti-Semetic imagery that persisted through the centuries was a strong influence on this symbolic choice.
The tall pointed hats we associate with witches in pop culture were first worn by women hawking homemade beer.
Although witchers are often seen as outcasts, their services are highly sought after in a world plagued by monsters and supernatural threats..
Reviews for "Discovering the Collective Term for Witchers"
1. Emma - 2 stars
I found "What is a bunch of witchers called" to be quite disappointing. Although I understand that the aim was to provide a humorous take on the fantasy genre, I felt that the execution fell flat. The jokes seemed forced and lacked the cleverness I was expecting. Additionally, the pacing of the story felt off, with some sections dragging on while others were rushed. Overall, I struggled to find much enjoyment in this book and would not recommend it to others.
2. John - 1 star
"What is a bunch of witchers called" was a complete letdown for me. I was hoping for an engaging and captivating story, but instead, I found myself bored and uninterested. The characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult to connect with them. Furthermore, I felt that the plot was lacking originality and failed to provide any surprises or twists. Overall, I found this book to be a forgettable read and would not recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting fantasy tale.
3. Sarah - 2.5 stars
While "What is a bunch of witchers called" had an interesting premise, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed by the execution. The writing style felt amateurish and the dialogue was often cheesy. Additionally, the world-building was weak and left me with many unanswered questions. I also found the pacing to be inconsistent, with some parts dragging on and others feeling rushed. Though it had its moments, this book ultimately failed to capture my interest and didn't live up to my expectations.