Once upon a time, in the enchanted land of Trinopia, there lived a little girl named Sally. She was known far and wide as Sally the Witch, or as the villagers affectionately called her, Sally the Qitch. Sally was not an ordinary girl, for she possessed an extraordinary gift - the ability to use magic. From a young age, Sally had shown an affinity for the mystical arts. Her parents, who were both powerful wizards, recognized her potential and nurtured her natural talents. They enrolled her in the prestigious Academy of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where she honed her skills under the guidance of the wise and experienced teachers.
—Tony Dunbar, author of Crooked Man and the Tubby Dubonnet mystery series
Corina s efforts in the healing work of the body and soul becomes a meditation on American marketplace culture, where even emotional well being can be turned into a commodity. Jude Lamb of Light Botanica, which caters to the eclectic religious and spiritual needs of New Orleans, is threatened by her Cuban ex-lover and mentor Elroy Delgago s plans to open a K-mart-like Superbotanica nearby.
They enrolled her in the prestigious Academy of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where she honed her skills under the guidance of the wise and experienced teachers. Sally was a dedicated student, always seeking knowledge and eager to learn new spells and potions. Her favorite subjects were potion-making and enchantments, which allowed her to create magical elixirs and imbue objects with special powers.
Corina Grant
Just when you thought Judge of the Week was gone, its not! This week we feature Corina Grant, a level 2 judge from California, America. She started playing Magic with her father when she was very young. Corina says:
“I distinctly remember buying Onslaught packs. We used many of my dad’s old cards for deck building including dual lands. I had absolutely no idea of their value, and neither did he, which is a shame! I had a play set of Tundras. I found one of them recently, but I did not take very good care of it as an 8-year old. I quit playing around Kamigawa, because I really disliked the set. When I came back from college last year, a little after the release of Rise of the Eldrazi, I jumped back into Magic with my friends and really got into judging shortly after.”
Corina says that she got into judging because of her love for rules interactions, more so even than playing the game, andshe has been like that her whole life. She loves to understand how and why things work, and judging seemed a natural progression. When talking about her most memorable judging experience she says:
“My most memorable experience is probably testing for L2 in Kansas City. I barely missed, and I was heartbroken. But my friends were completely there for me, and were actually able to make me feel good about it. The judge community is amazing; I have never had such a supportive group of friends.”
Favourite Magic format?
Constructed. Any Constructed! I just love control. Draw-go control, even. EDH is great, but it seems more like who can find the silliest or coolest interaction and win with it, while Constructed really tests skill. EDH is just too slow.
Favourite Magic storyline character?
Oh.. Yawgmoth? Possibly Rebbec. I absolutely loved the Magic books when I was a kid, and The Thran is one I’ve read probably 10+ times. I was a nerdy little kid.. and the book is very well written. Yawgmoth is obviously evil, but he is pretty interesting.
Favourite Magic Card?
Tooth and Nail. Without question. Time Stretch is a close second. EDH has definitely tainted my opinion of cards.
What do you do outside of judging?
I’m a full time student. In my free time I work at a card shop and play Magic with my friends! My life is pretty over-saturated with Magic. I also play many video games, I’m playing through Disgaea DS right now.
Describe your Magic community.
My Magic community is great. It’s not huge, but we have a pretty solid group of people that show up all the time. It’s very laid back for the most part, but there are definitely some players that take things more seriously and care about competitive play.
If you could play any one game with any one real person – living or dead – what and who would it be?
I’d play Magic with Babe Ruth! Actually I’d play anything with Babe Ruth (except baseball, that would be downright embarrassing). I would love to meet him, I’d be pretty happy to do whatever he wanted for the chance to talk to him for a little while.
Name one planeswalker that you would want to have while stranded on a desert island.
They all seem pretty crazy to me.. I’d probably pick Venser, Shaper Savant. Pre-death, obviously. He seems like an all around nice guy, which isn’t something I can say for most of the planeswalkers. He also seems the least crazy.
Reader Challenge – Two Truths and a Lie
Two of the following are true and one is false! Work it out!
1. I have four grandmothers.
2. I chose my middle name after Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
3. Our 3 cats are named Chachi, Joanie, and Fonzie.
(Highlight the blank space between the brackets to see the answer.)
The false statement is [ #2! Corina chose her middle name after Sabrina, the Pokemon Gym Leader!. ]
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The other students admired her talent and often sought her help with their own magical endeavors. Despite her magical abilities, Sally remained humble and kind-hearted. She used her powers not for personal gain, but to help those in need. Whenever a villager fell ill, Sally would concoct a healing potion to aid their recovery. If a farmer's crops were failing, she would cast a spell to bring forth a bountiful harvest. The villagers grew to rely on Sally's magic, and she became an integral part of their community. However, not everyone in Trinopia embraced Sally's magical abilities. Some feared her powers and labeled her as an outcast. They spread rumors of her practicing dark magic and causing harm to others. Sally was hurt by the accusations but remained strong in the face of adversity. One day, an evil sorcerer named Malachi arrived in Trinopia. He sought to gain control over the land and its inhabitants by using his dark magic. The villagers were defenseless against his sinister enchantments, and it seemed that all hope was lost. But Sally knew that she had the power to stand against Malachi. With her unwavering determination and the support of her loved ones, she confronted the sorcerer in a magical duel. The battle was fierce, but Sally's pure-hearted magic proved stronger than Malachi's dark forces. In the end, she banished him from the land, restoring peace and harmony to Trinopia. Sally's victory solidified her status as a beloved figure in Trinopia. The villagers no longer saw her as a qitch but as a hero - a symbol of hope and courage. Sally continued to use her magic to bring joy and happiness to those around her, always reminding others of the true power of kindness and goodness. And so, the legend of Sally the Qitch lived on in the hearts of the people of Trinopia, reminding them that even in the face of darkness, light will always prevail..
Reviews for "Sally the Witch: A Feminist Icon in a Magical World"
1. Jane - 1/5 stars - I found "Sally the Witch" to be incredibly boring and unengaging. The storyline felt disjointed and the characters lacked depth. I struggled to connect with Sally, as her actions and motivations were never clearly explained. Additionally, the animation was mediocre at best, with poor quality and choppy movements. Overall, I was very disappointed with this show and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating witch-themed series.
2. Mark - 2/5 stars - While "Sally the Witch" had its moments, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed by the overall execution. The pacing was too slow, dragging out seemingly unimportant scenes while rushing through potentially interesting plot points. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to truly empathize with the characters. Additionally, the animation style appeared outdated and lacked the vibrant colors and fluid movements seen in more recent anime. Overall, I felt that "Sally the Witch" failed to live up to its potential and left me wanting more from the story and characters.
3. Emily - 1/5 stars - I was sorely disappointed by "Sally the Witch." The storyline lacked creativity and originality, feeling like a predictable and generic portrayal of a witch's adventures. The characters were bland and one-dimensional, with no real development or growth throughout the series. The animation was outdated and lacked the detail and precision that modern anime offers. Overall, I found "Sally the Witch" to be a forgettable and unsatisfying experience that I would not recommend to anyone seeking a memorable witch-themed anime.