Imagine stumbling upon an unexpected magical trinket. One that would change your life forever. This magical trinket could take the form of a mystical pendant, a sparkling ring, or even a small, unassuming stone. Its appearance would be ordinary, but its powers would be extraordinary. Upon discovering this trinket, it would unveil a hidden realm of magic, previously unseen by your eyes. With it, you would suddenly possess the ability to manipulate elements, control time, or even communicate with otherworldly beings.
Mme. Blavatsky claimed that the recognition of people and places not known before are not necessarily a proof of the "soul's memory" but the ability to read these things on the astral light:
Blavatsky claimed that the recognition of people and places not known before are not necessarily a proof of the soul s memory but the ability to read these things on the astral light. The constant reversion of images and ideas in the astral light, and the pranks of the elementals there, unknown to us as such and only seen in effects, still again add to the confusion.
With it, you would suddenly possess the ability to manipulate elements, control time, or even communicate with otherworldly beings. The possibilities would be endless, limited only by your imagination and the potential mischief you might get into. At first, this newfound magic might be overwhelming, as you stumble through learning how to control and harness its power.
ink review : Colorverse Quasar
Colorverse is a South Korean company that produces inks that are well-known for their iconic bottles and for their astronomy-related names. The Quasar in this review is from their season 2 inks that were released under the theme “Astrophysics”. The package comes with a big 65 ml bottle and a cute 15 ml small one. Fellow Fountain Pen Network member Lgsoltek graciously gifted me a bunch of samples when leaving Paris, giving me the opportunity to try out a range of new inks. This Colorverse Quasar was one of them.
Quasar is a richly saturated purple-leaning blue. The ink writes really well in all nib sizes with excellent lubrication. It’s also an ink with a serious golden sheen, especially when using wet nibs. On the other hand, no shading to speak of (probably due to the high level of saturation). Personally, this is not my type of colour and the ink is too saturated for my taste. But that’s just me, you can make your own judgement using the information below.
Quasar has a very limited dynamic range, with almost no contrast between light and dark parts. To illustrate this, I did a swab where I really saturated portions of the Tomoe River paper with ink, pooling it on. This lack of contrast explains why you get little shading in your writing (especially in finer nibs — the blow-up below with a B-nib is a bit misleading in this respect). You can also see that Quasar is well-saturated. As a result, the ink works great with EF nibs, where it produces a very readable and contrast-rich line.
On the smudge test — rubbing text with a moist Q-tip cotton swab — there is a huge amount of smearing, but the text itself remains crisp and clear. Water resistance is completely lacking. The still water test (letting drops of water sit on the page for 15 minutes) produces a colourful mess. With the running water test, all ink simply disappears, leaving next to nothing on the page (see water test at the end of the review).
I’ve tested the ink on a wide variety of paper – from crappy Moleskine to high-end Tomoe River. On each scrap of paper I show you:
- An ink swab, made with a cotton Q-tip
- 1-2-3 pass swab, to show increasing saturation
- An ink scribble made with a Lamy Safari M-nib fountain pen
- The name of the paper used, written with a Lamy Safari B-nib
- A small text sample, written with the M-nib
- The source of the quote, written with the B-nib
- Drying times of the ink on the paper (with the M-nib)
Colorverse Quasar has a slight tendency to feather on the lower quality papers in my test set, most obvious when using a wet pen. I noticed no issues with better quality paper or when using finer nibs (M-nib or below). A bummer for me was that I also got some feathering on the Paperblanks paper, which is what I use for daily journaling. This is probable due to some inconsistencies during paper production. I’ve noticed that from time to time you get a bundle of paper of lesser quality. Happened a handful of times — I did a quick calculation: 12 notebooks (of 144 pages), a handful of bad bundles (5x 12 pages): that translates to about 3% suboptimal paper. A bummer when it happens, but I can live with a 97% success rate.
The ink writes smoothly with good lubrication, and provides excellent contrast with the page. Writing looks good on both white and more yellow paper, but I do prefer the ink’s look on the cream paper. Drying times are fairly low — in the 5 to 10 second range with my Lamy Safari M-nib.
At the end of the review, I also show the back-side of the different paper types, in the same order. A small amount of bleed-through is present on some lower-quality papers, but nothing too bad.
Since scans alone are not always enough to give you a complete picture of the ink, I also provide you with a few photos for an alternative look at Quasar blue.
However, as time goes by, you would grow more confident and skilled in wielding this extraordinary gift. You would become a source of awe and wonder, a person capable of bending reality to your will. But with great power comes great responsibility. The magical trinket would not only offer incredible power, but it would also bring forth challenges and dilemmas. The temptation to use its power for personal gain or to influence others would be strong. It would be up to you to stay true to your values and use this newfound magic for the greater good. The unexpected magical trinket would also attract the attention of others. Some may be drawn to your power, seeking to use it for their own nefarious purposes. Others might fear and misunderstand it, viewing you as a threat. It would be a constant battle to protect yourself and those around you from those who would seek to misuse this power. Yet, despite the challenges and dangers, the magical trinket would bring a sense of wonder and excitement to your life. It would open doors to new realms of existence and allow you to explore the realms of fantasy and imagination. With this unexpected gift, you would embark on a journey of self-discovery, unlocking hidden potential and discovering the true depth of your own strength. The unexpected magical trinket would forever change your life, shaping your destiny in ways unimaginable. It would be a catalyst for growth, unleashing your untapped potential and guiding you on an extraordinary adventure. With it, you would become a beacon of magic, a force to be reckoned with, and a person capable of making a remarkable difference in the world. So, the question remains: what would you do if you stumbled upon an unexpected magical trinket? Would you embrace its power and use it wisely? Or would the allure of its extraordinary abilities consume you? The choice would be yours, and the possibilities would be endless. Embrace the magic within, and let the journey begin..
Reviews for "The Enchanted Journey: Embarking on a Quest for an Unexpected Magical Trinket"
1. John - 1 star - I did not enjoy "Unexpected magical trinket" at all. The storyline was very confusing and lacked coherence. It felt like the author was just throwing random magical elements together without any thought or explanation. The characters were also very one-dimensional and lacked depth. Overall, I found this book to be a disappointment and would not recommend it.
2. Lisa - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to reading "Unexpected magical trinket," but it fell short of my expectations. The plot had potential, but it was poorly executed. The pacing was all over the place, with some parts dragging on endlessly while others felt rushed and underdeveloped. Additionally, the writing style was mediocre, lacking any emotional depth or descriptive language. I was left feeling underwhelmed and unsatisfied after finishing this book.
3. Sarah - 2.5 stars - "Unexpected magical trinket" had an interesting concept, but it was poorly executed. The world-building was underwhelming, and the magical elements felt forced and out of place. The characters were not well-developed, and their actions often felt inconsistent and unrealistic. The plot lacked direction and left me feeling confused and disconnected from the story. While there were some moments of intrigue, they were not enough to salvage the overall reading experience.