The hidden messages in magic commercials.

Do you have faith in the power of the magic commercial? In today's consumer-driven society, commercials bombard us from every angle. Whether it's on television, radio, or the internet, we are constantly exposed to advertisements that promise us a better life. These commercials often employ various tactics to capture our attention and convince us to buy their products. But do they really have the power to create magic in our lives? Many people have faith in the power of the magic commercial. They believe that the products and services advertised will bring them happiness, success, and fulfillment. These individuals are easily swayed by clever marketing techniques that play on their desires and insecurities.

Another, more metaphysical approach is that, in fact, everyone is already accessing power via that inner belief. All the trappings are merely the frameworks that support that belief. The wizard believes magical power comes from study. The warlock believes that power comes from their patron, and so on.

Clerics that follow and spread the word of Hepsue would be Forge Clerics, but a faithful that wants to further his personal devotion to the God of Smithing and Artificery without dealing with the temples or more religious folk would most likely become an Artificer instead. So, a divine caster like a Cleric, Paladin, Druid etc don t need any actual divine link to power and can just use The power of my inner belief or love or friendship or self respect etc to gain divine powers.

These individuals are easily swayed by clever marketing techniques that play on their desires and insecurities. They are willing to spend their hard-earned money on products that promise to change their lives, even if the promises seem too good to be true. The magic commercial relies on a number of psychological tricks to convince us of its power.

D&D General If faith in yourself is enough to get power, do we need Wizards and Warlocks etc?

So, a divine caster like a Cleric, Paladin, Druid etc don't need any actual divine link to power and can just use "The power of my inner belief )or love or friendship or self respect etc) to gain divine powers.

So why would a Warlock ever make a deal with Cthulu or a Fey Princess? Why would a Wizard spend thousands of hours pouring over spell books? They can just "Believe in themselves" hard enough and gain magical power. Cannot a Warlock just make an Oath to himself and gain spells? A Wizard Believe in magic so much he just finds it deep inside (but not like a Sorcerer who is just born with it!)?

Do Bards need colleges? Do Druids need a connection to nature? Do Monks need to train in the martial arts to gain a kamehameha?

Or can they just believe in the friends we made along the way and gain the power of love and self respect?

Maxperson

Morkus from Orkus

So, a divine caster like a Cleric, Paladin, Druid etc don't need any actual divine link to power and can just use "The power of my inner belief )or love or friendship or self respect etc) to gain divine powers.

So why would a Warlock ever make a deal with Cthulu or a Fey Princess? Why would a Wizard spend thousands of hours pouring over spell books? They can just "Believe in themselves" hard enough and gain magical power. Cannot a Warlock just make an Oath to himself and gain spells? A Wizard Believe in magic so much he just finds it deep inside (but not like a Sorcerer who is just born with it!)?

Do Bards need colleges? Do Druids need a connection to nature? Do Monks need to train in the martial arts to gain a kamehameha?

Or can they just believe in the friends we made along the way and gain the power of love and self respect?

Because faith isn't something that you snap your fingers and appears. Very few people have that level of faith in anything, even themselves.

UngainlyTitan

Legend

That is a world building question and the asnwer is what ever you want/makes sense to you.

"The power of love, etc." on the part of the game designers is a way out of addressing all the countless ways power could be obtained and to sidestep the total lack of understanding of polytheism in the original design of D&D.

UngainlyTitan

Legend

Because faith isn't something that you snap your fingers and appears. Very few people have that level of faith in anything, even themselves.

Vaalingrade

Legend

Nope, we don't need clerics. Only warlocks. Including the Selflock.

Also, yes, of course delete the wizard.

aco175

Legend

Huey Lewis once said: But I like @Maxperson reasons better.

You don't need money, don't take fame
Don't need no credit card to ride this train
It's strong and it's sudden and it's cruel sometimes
But it might just save your life
That's the power of love
That's the power of love

Scribe

Legend

DarkCrisis

Reeks of Jedi

Huey Lewis once said: But I like @Maxperson reasons better.

You don't need money, don't take fame
Don't need no credit card to ride this train
It's strong and it's sudden and it's cruel sometimes
But it might just save your life
That's the power of love
That's the power of love

Snarf Zagyg

Notorious Liquefactionist

Because faith isn't something that you snap your fingers and appears. Very few people have that level of faith in anything, even themselves.

What are you doing at the mirror?

. casting a spell.

aco175

Legend

Umbran

Mod Squad

So, a divine caster like a Cleric, Paladin, Druid etc don't need any actual divine link to power and can just use "The power of my inner belief )or love or friendship or self respect etc) to gain divine powers.

Sure, okay. Let's work with that.

Some possible reasons:
1) The person doesn't have inner belief such that they can access divine powers.
2) There are other powers out there, that are not accessible via inner belief itself, and the character wants them, rather than the divine power.

Another, more metaphysical approach is that, in fact, everyone is already accessing power via that inner belief. All the trappings are merely the frameworks that support that belief. The wizard believes magical power comes from study. The warlock believes that power comes from their patron, and so on.

DarkCrisis

Reeks of Jedi

What are you doing at the mirror?

. casting a spell.

RoughCoronet0

Dragon Lover

Well for my world, only those with incredibly strong faith can connect to the divine magic of their chosen deity, pantheon, or themed grouping of deities. Only great champions or very high ranking priest of the various faiths tend to have cleric levels.

On top of that, clerics only have access to certain types of spells through their gods (the clerics’s divine spell list and subclass spells). Those who follow the clerical path are more interesting in upholding the divine doctrines of their gods, or spreading said doctrine. But those that wish to follow a deity more practically might take up a different tradition to do so. Clerics that follow and spread the word of Hepsue would be Forge Clerics, but a faithful that wants to further his personal devotion to the God of Smithing and Artificery without dealing with the temples or more religious folk would most likely become an Artificer instead.

Basically, clerics are the truly faithful that wish to spread and exemplify that faith outwardly and protect that faith, while those who are more interested in a more personally sense of revelry would more likely take up a trade or tradition that honors that deity. It’s not a strict rule but that’s how I see it.

payn

He'll flip ya. Flip ya for real.

… Some days it don't come easy
Some days it don't come hard
Some days it don't come at all
And these are the days that never end
… Some nights you're breathing fire
Some nights you're carved in ice
Some nights you're like nothing I've ever
Seen before or will again
… Maybe I'm crazy, but it's crazy and it's true
I know you can saving throw me, no-one else can saving throw me now but you
… As long as the wheels are turning
As long as the bays are burning
As long as your dreams are coming true
You'd better believe it
… I would do anything for spells
I know it's true and that's a fact
I would do anything for spells
And there'll never be no turning back
… But I'll never do it better than I do it with you
So long, so long
And I would do anything for spells
Oh, I would do anything for spells
I would do anything for spells but I won't do that
I won't do that
… I would do anything for spells
Anything you've been dreaming of, but I just won't do that
I would do anything for spells
Anything you've been dreaming of, but I just won't do that
… I would do anything for spells
Anything you've been dreaming of, but I just won't do that
I would do anything for spells
… But I'll never stop dreaming of you
Every night of my life, no way
But I would do anything for spells
But I won't do that
Oh, I won't do that
… Will you raise me up? Will you help me down?
Will you get me right out of this godforsaken town?
Can you make it all a little less cold?
… I can do that
I can do that
… Will you hold me sacred? Will you hold me tight?
Can you colour spray my life, I'm so sick of black and white?
Can you make it all a little less cold?
… I can do that
Oh I can do that
… Will you make me some magic with your own two hands?
Can you build an emerald city with these grains of sand?
Can you give me something I can take home?
… I can do that
I can do that
… Will you cater to every fantasy I will?
Will you hose me down with holy water, if I get too evil?
Will you take me places I've never known?
… I can do that
Oh, I can do that
… After a while you'll forget everything
It was a brief interlude and a midsummer night's fling
And you'll see that it's time to move on
No, I won't do that
I won't do that
… I know the territory, I've been around
It'll all turn to dust and we'll all fall down
Sooner or later you'll be screwing around
… I won't do that
No, I won't do
… Anything for spells
Oh, I would do anything for spells
I would do anything for spells
But I won't do that
No, I won't do that

What are you doing at the mirror?

One of the most common tactics is the use of celebrities and influencers. By associating their brand with well-known personalities, advertisers create a sense of trust and credibility. They make us believe that if a product is good enough for our favorite celebrity, it must be good enough for us. Another strategy used by the magic commercial is the appeal to emotions. Commercials often tell heart-warming stories or use catchy jingles to evoke positive feelings. These emotions make us more susceptible to the messages being conveyed, as we associate the positive emotions with the product. Advertisers know that by tapping into our emotions, they can create a strong connection between the product and our desires. However, despite the persuasive techniques used by the magic commercial, it is important to approach these advertisements with caution. While some products may indeed deliver on their promises, many do not live up to the hype. It is essential to critically evaluate the claims made in commercials and do thorough research before making a purchase. Instead of blindly believing in the power of the magic commercial, we should recognize the role it plays in our consumerist society. We must be aware of the tactics used by advertisers and be vigilant in making informed decisions about our purchases. By doing so, we can avoid falling into the trap of buying into the illusion of the magic commercial. In conclusion, the power of the magic commercial lies in its ability to influence our thoughts and behaviors. While some may have faith in its promises, it is essential to approach these advertisements with skepticism and critical thinking. Instead of relying on the magic commercial to fulfill our desires, we should focus on making informed choices that align with our values and needs..

Reviews for "The role of humor in successful magic commercials."

1. John - 1 out of 5 stars

I found "Do you have faith in the power of the magic commercial" to be extremely manipulative and misleading. The commercial succeeded in capturing my attention initially, but as it progressed, I realized it was just a ploy to sell a product. The promises made in the ad felt too good to be true, and upon further research, it became clear that the product being advertised was just a gimmick. I was disappointed with how the commercial played with my emotions and exploited my trust.

2. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars

I was not impressed with "Do you have faith in the power of the magic commercial." The concept seemed interesting at first, but the execution fell flat for me. The commercial relied too heavily on flashy visuals and loud music to capture attention, rather than providing meaningful information about the product being promoted. Additionally, the claims made in the ad were too vague and lacked any substantial evidence. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time watching a commercial that ultimately left me feeling skeptical and unconvinced.

3. David - 2 out of 5 stars

The commercial "Do you have faith in the power of the magic commercial" was a disappointment in terms of its effectiveness. While it had a catchy jingle and flashy visuals, it failed to provide any real substance. The promises made in the commercial were exaggerated and lacked credibility. It felt like a generic sales pitch rather than a genuine attempt to convince viewers of the product's value. I was left feeling skeptical and unimpressed by the commercial's attempt at capturing my trust.

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