Witch Mercy is a popular skin in the video game Overwatch, featuring the character Mercy in a witch-themed outfit. The skin was first introduced during the Halloween event in 2016 and has become highly sought after by players. The Witch Mercy skin transforms Mercy's character model into that of a traditional witch, complete with a pointed hat, broomstick, and a cape adorned with various magical symbols. The skin also changes the effects of Mercy's abilities, giving them a more mystical appearance. One of the most notable changes with the Witch Mercy skin is the appearance of her ultimate ability, Valkyrie. Instead of her usual angelic wings, she gains a pair of bat-like wings and her staff transforms into a glowing wand.
—excerpt © Molly Remer 2018
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Michaelmas Although it s not a Pagan holiday in the true sense, Michaelmas celebrations often included older aspects of Pagan harvest customs, such as the weaving of corn dolls from the last sheaves of grain. While some of us would like to think that it s an old and ancient name for the celebration, there s no evidence to indicate that it s anything other than modern.
Instead of her usual angelic wings, she gains a pair of bat-like wings and her staff transforms into a glowing wand. This alteration adds a unique and captivating visual element to the gameplay. Apart from her appearance, Witch Mercy also has unique voice lines and emotes that further enhance the magical theme.
Fall Equinox: Rituals and Traditions
This marks the start of the fall season and a point in the sky where the day and night are equal in length.
Also known as Mabon, Fall Equinox is a special time in the year where we meet balance once again. Mabon marks the official time where summer ends and fall begins.
Sometimes known as the witches thanksgiving, it is celebrated with bounty from the harvests planted near Lammas or before.
This time marks a great shift in our seasonal cycle. A shift towards the shutting down of the Earth. Blossoms once colorful and rich in Summer, wilt away and trees prepare to shed their leaves for the coming cold.
We start preparing for winter, animals collect food and warmth in anticipation of darkness. We start to turn inward, and practice gratitude for what the harvest has brought us.
The seasonal cycle of the year is created by Earth’s annual orbit around the sun.
Solstices are the extreme points as Earth’s axis tilts toward or away from the sun—when days and nights are longest or shortest. On equinoxes, days and nights are equal in all parts of the world. Four cross-quarter days roughly mark the midpoints in between solstices and equinoxes.
We commemorate these natural turning points in the Earth’s cycle. Seasonal celebrations of most cultures cluster around these same natural turning points.
September 22: Equinox/Fall: gather and store, ripeness—Mabon (Euro-American), Goddess Festivals: Tari Pennu (Bengali), Old Woman Who Never Dies (Mandan), Chicomcoatl (Aztec), Black Bean Mother (Taino), Epona (Roman), Demeter (Greek).
The Gatherer © Chantel Camille 2018
The skin combines Mercy's trademark healing abilities with a dark and mysterious aesthetic, making it a popular choice among players. In addition to its visual appeal, the Witch Mercy skin holds significance within the Overwatch community. Its initial release sparked a controversial debate over whether it provided a gameplay advantage due to its altered effects. However, the creators clarified that the skin was purely cosmetic and did not affect gameplay mechanics. Overall, the Witch Mercy skin has become an iconic part of Overwatch's Halloween events. Its distinctive design and mystical elements make it a desirable addition to any player's collection. Whether it is for the visual appeal or the unique gameplay experience, Witch Mercy offers a touch of magic and excitement to the world of Overwatch..
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