The original wicked witch of the west is a character that has become iconic in literature and pop culture. She first appeared in L. Frank Baum's classic novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". The wicked witch of the west is depicted as a powerful and malevolent witch who rules over the Winkie Country. The witch is known for her green skin, black pointed hat, and long black gown. She has a cackling laugh and a broomstick, which she uses to fly around.
She has a cackling laugh and a broomstick, which she uses to fly around. She is an antagonist in the story and seeks to harm Dorothy and her friends in their quest to reach the Emerald City. The wicked witch of the west is fueled by her desire for power and control.
Tim Hunter (Books of Magic) Respect Thread
This RT focuses specifically on Tim Hunter in the original Books of Magic miniseries, the Arcana annual, the first Books of Magic ongoing series, the Books of Magic annuals, the Vertigo Rave one-shot, the Hellblazer/The Books of Magicminiseries, and the Vertigo: Winter’s Edge anthology. The three Books of Faerie minis (Books of Faerie, Auberon’s Tale, Molly’s Story) and the Children’s Crusade mini are from this time period but don’t have any feats, and the Tim in the Mister E mini is to the best of my knowledge from a parallel timeline. So in other words, this RT covers all of Tim’s appearances from his first appearance up through the end of the first ongoing, or, basically, classic Tim.
This RT does NOT include Names of Magic, Hunter: The Age of Magic, Books of Magick: Life During Wartime, hisJustice League Dark appearances, or the 2018 Books of Magic, which either are in my opinion not great (the first two) or are different versions of the character.
I will largely present Tim’s feats in chronological order, with a list of restrictions and gear at the end. I’d optimally like to show the feats thematically, but because of those restrictions and because he grew in skill over time, with a few temporary teachers, it’s easier to understand the context behind his abilities if they’re shown chronologically. Plus, his magic effects are all over the place, as you’ll see. This is almost every incidence of Tim using magic during this period, from big to small, to give a better sense of the range of his abilities.
Who Is Tim Hunter?*
Tim Hunter is a magician of extraordinary power, of a particular kind called an Opener. There is only one Opener at a time. He has a direct channel to the pure magic of the universe. As an Opener, he is capable of creating numerous entire dimensions without even conscious effort.
He can also do any number of things that are more classically “magic tricks’” or “spells,” which is most of what you’ll see here. He actually gave up his Opening magic for a huge portion of the main series, issues 44-75, although he did still some magic here and there in that period. (Although he gave up his abilities as an Opener, he could still do magic in the same way anyone who learned magic through study and practice could do magic.) Eventually he got it all back.
There are many alternate versions of Tim, mostly due to the fact that as an Opener, he unknowingly created many other worlds as a child, each of which also had a Tim, the most powerful of whom was called the Other. The Other eventually absorbed all the other worlds and Tims and tried to supplant the real Tim. There is also another character known as Sir Timothy or Mister Wrong, who is (sort of) the original Tim, but from the future. I will show some of the Other’s feats at the end for context, but generally the other Tims’ powers don’t scale well with the original Tim because of their different levels of experience and technical learning. (Often they are more experienced and with more technical expertise, but less pure power.)
*If you have to ask, Tim, the skinny brown-haired English boy with glasses who is destined to be the greatest magician of all time and has a pet owl, came before that upstart Harry what's-his-name.
List of Comics for Citations
The Books of Magic miniseries: BOMM
The Books of Magic ongoing: BOMO
The Books of Magic annuals: BAMA
Arcana annual: AA
Hellblazer/The Books of Magic miniseries: BOMH
Vertigo Rave one-shot: VR
Vertigo: Winter’s Edge anthology: WE
She is feared by the people of Oz and has a reputation for cruelty and wickedness. She is known for her use of dark magic and her ability to summon flying monkeys to do her bidding. Throughout the story, the wicked witch of the west tries to stop Dorothy and her companions from reaching their goal. She sends her flying monkeys to capture them and tries to kill them with her magic. However, she is eventually defeated when Dorothy accidentally throws water on her, causing her to melt away. The wicked witch of the west serves as a symbol of evil and the dangers of unchecked power. She embodies the idea that power corrupts and can lead to destruction. Her demise serves as a lesson in the triumph of good over evil. Overall, the wicked witch of the west is a memorable character in literature. Her iconic appearance, dark magic, and sinister nature have made her a staple in popular culture. She continues to be a source of fascination and serves as a reminder of the enduring power of the original story of "The Wizard of Oz"..
Reviews for "The Original Wicked Witch of the West: A Victim of Misunderstanding?"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "The Original Wicked Witch of the West". The storyline was predictable and lacked any real depth or creativity. The characters felt flat and one-dimensional, making it hard for me to connect with any of them. The visual effects were also subpar, leaving me underwhelmed and unimpressed. Overall, it felt like a cheap and generic attempt to cash in on the popularity of the Wizard of Oz franchise.
2. Sarah - 1/5 - I cannot express how much I disliked "The Original Wicked Witch of the West". The acting was amateurish, and the dialogue was cringe-worthy. The plot was nonsensical and poorly executed, leaving me confused throughout the entire movie. The lack of character development made it impossible for me to care about any of the characters, and I found myself counting down the minutes until it was over. Save yourself the disappointment and skip this one.
3. Emma - 2/5 - "The Original Wicked Witch of the West" failed to live up to my expectations. The story felt disjointed, jumping from one scene to another without any clear direction. The pacing was slow, and I found myself getting bored halfway through. The costumes and sets were unimpressive, and the CGI felt outdated. While there were a few redeeming moments, overall, it left me feeling underwhelmed and unsatisfied. I would recommend giving this one a pass.