The Magix Cup Houston is an annual international competition in the field of magic. It is held in Houston, Texas, and attracts participants and spectators from all over the world. The competition is organized by Magix Club, a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting the art of magic. The Magix Cup Houston provides a platform for talented magicians to showcase their skills and compete against each other. Participants from different countries come together to demonstrate their unique tricks, illusions, and performances. The competition is open to both amateurs and professionals, providing an opportunity for aspiring magicians to gain recognition and exposure in the magic community.
It lacks sex, T&A and some of the things that we have become accustom to on American TV, but the story is first rate. I don’t know much about anime really, but the visual style is fantastic. It is very easy to see this being remade as a live action drama. The musical score is also reminiscent of “the X-files”, haunting, dramatic and really just very, very good.
He ordered them to return the following night prepared for a hunt , which they did and when he reappeared he raced off, forcing them to chase him on horseback with their hounds, on and on through Windsor Forest. Witches has a specific witch gene , which in a sense makes them more like psionicists or mutants rather than witches, but they draw connections with this and the witches of Salem and occult ideas, so an interesting mix to be sure.
The competition is open to both amateurs and professionals, providing an opportunity for aspiring magicians to gain recognition and exposure in the magic community. The event is known for its high level of competition and the diversity of magical acts presented. Participants are judged by a panel of experienced magicians who evaluate their creativity, technique, stage presence, and audience engagement.
Robin Spell Hunter
The Whistling Arrows are certainly a multi-talented group! Particularly Mike. Many of us on Face Book (come and join us!) are now familiar with Mike’s beautiful paintings and Avalon has recently featured his work on her blog. But it is always a thrill to see another example of his art work, particularly when it is connected to our favourite outlaw and one of the most popular recent adaptions of the legend, Robin of Sherwood.
Above is Mike’s interpretation of Herne the Hunter, one of the central figures in Richard Carpenter’s scripts for the hugely successful and influential TV series of the 1980’s.
The series Robin of Sherwood started in 1984 and was made by Goldcrest for HTV. It first featured Michael Praed as Robin, the son of a peasant family murdered by the Normans. After being mistreated in early childhood, he makes common cause with a group of other young outcasts. But not before he is chosen for his role to lead resistance as ‘The Hooded Man’ by Herne the Hunter, a pagan shaman wearing stag’s antlers and living in a grove on an island in a lake.
When, in 1597, William Shakespeare set pen to parchment and wrote The Merry Wives of Windsor he had Mistress Page utter the lines below:
There is an old tale goes,
That Herne the hunter,
Sometime a keeper here in Windsor Forest,
Doth all the winter-time, at still midnight,
Walk round about an oak, with great ragg'd horns;
And there he blasts the tree, and takes the cattle,
And makes milch-kine yield blood, and shakes a chain
In a most hideous and dreadful manner.
You have heard of such a spirit, and well you know
The superstitious idle-headed eld
Receiv'd, and did deliver to our age,
This tale of Herne the Hunter for a truth.
Despite this being the earliest written reference we have to the legend of Herne the Hunter, it is probable that Shakespeare was drawing on a much older local tradition, the origins of which lay with the Norse god, Odin (a leader of the wild hunt) and of the horned Celtic deity, Cernunnos. We know Shakespeare’s knowledge of folklore was considerable and that he seldom invents when he can refer to a genuine story. This was one of many innovations by Carpenter who inserted medieval magical realism along with Robin’s traditional battles with the Sheriff of Nottingham.
But the legend of Herne originally had no connection with Robin Hood or Sherwood Forest. In fact the various legends place him during the reign of Richard II (1377-1399) as a keeper of Windsor Forest in Berkshire. It was there that Herne was known for his great hunting and woodcraft skills. He was favoured after saving King Richard from being gored by a cornered white hart, but very badly injured himself. Later a mysterious dark figure, known as Philip Urswick appeared and promised the king that for a reward he will insure Herne recovered.
The king agreed and announced that if Herne lived, he would promote him to chief-keeper of Windsor Forest. So Urswick took him to his hut at Bagshot Heath and bound the antlers and skull of a stag to the dying Herne, prescribing plenty of rest. But the other game-keepers were jealous of Herne and made it known to Urswick that they wished that he had died of his injuries. So Urswick did a deal with the other keepers.
Herne recovered, (although the antlers remained permanent) returned to court and was promoted to chief game-keeper; Urswick meanwhile was rewarded by King Richard with gold and silver. But gradually Herne began to lose his hunting skills, much to the annoyance of the king who revoked the promotion. So bitterly ashamed Herne hung himself from a giant oak tree in Windsor Forest and his body mysteriously vanished during a thunderstorm.
Urswick never revealed the charm he put on Herne to the king and as each new chief-keeper was installed, they too lost their skills. Realising they would never get promotion, the game-keepers then begged Urswick to dispel the charm, which he agreed to on condition that they met him at the giant oak tree at midnight. When the keepers arrived at the oak tree Herne’s ghost appeared before them complete with his stag’s antlers. He ordered them to return the following night prepared for a hunt, which they did and when he reappeared he raced off, forcing them to chase him on horseback with their hounds, on and on through Windsor Forest.
But the game-keepers suddenly came to a halt when Urswick miraculously appeared before them. He demanded payment for stripping Herne of his game-keeping abilities. The payment would be that they had to join in Herne’s wild hunt forever.
So every night the hunt met at Herne’s Oak, riding forth with the horned ghost and raiding the forest taking deer until very few were left. King Richard was furious when he heard of their pursuits and decided to make a visit to the oak tree. Herne appeared to the king and learned of his anger at the state of his forest, but explained that he rode the hunt for vengeance. The king agreed to hang the game-keepers from that very oak tree on condition that Herne would haunt no more during his reign. The group of game-keepers were hung the next day.
Tradition says that Herne was not seen until after Richard II’s abdication in 1399 when once again he rode with the wild huntsman through the forest of Windsor collecting the souls of the dead. To this day the hunt is seen or heard in Windsor Forest and as far away as Cookham Moor and Huntercombe Manor which gets its name from the hunter.
One version of the legend warns:
Fly then, quickly make no stay,
For Herne the Hunter rides this way.
When Michael Praed grew tired of appearing in the series ‘Robin of Sherwood’, he was killed off and after memorial fire-arrows, it was left to the mystical Herne the Hunter to chose another face to fill the hood. But this time he was not a local from the destroyed village of Locksley but the upper-class Earl of Huntingdon, played by Jason Connery (son of Sean).
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The winners of the Magix Cup Houston receive prestigious awards, cash prizes, and the recognition of their peers. Apart from the competition itself, the Magix Cup Houston also features workshops, lectures, and seminars by renowned magicians. These educational sessions allow participants to learn from the best in the field and improve their own skills. It also serves as a networking opportunity for magicians to connect with industry professionals, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. One of the notable aspects of the Magix Cup Houston is the mesmerizing gala show held as part of the event. This grand performance showcases the talents of the competition finalists and renowned guest magicians. The gala show offers a captivating experience for the audience, combining elements of drama, comedy, and mind-boggling illusions. The Magix Cup Houston has gained a reputation for being one of the most prestigious magic competitions in the world. It not only provides a platform for magicians to shine but also promotes the art of magic to a wider audience. The event continues to grow in popularity, attracting top-notch talent and creating a sense of community among magicians from all walks of life. In conclusion, the Magix Cup Houston is an annual international magic competition held in Houston, Texas. It brings together magicians from around the world to showcase their skills, compete for prestigious awards, and learn from industry experts. The event serves as a platform to promote and celebrate the art of magic, captivating audiences and inspiring aspiring magicians..
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1. Sarah - ★☆☆☆☆
I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Magix Cup Houston. The venue was small and cramped, with limited seating options. The staff seemed unorganized and didn't provide clear instructions for the participants. The event itself felt rushed and poorly executed. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time and money attending this tournament.
2. John - ★★☆☆☆
I have mixed feelings about Magix Cup Houston. While the competition itself was decent, the lack of proper facilities and amenities was a major drawback. The venue was poorly maintained, with dirty restrooms and uncomfortable seating arrangements. Additionally, the event lacked proper signage and directions, making it difficult to navigate. I would suggest the organizers to improve the overall experience by addressing these concerns.
3. Emily - ★★☆☆☆
Magix Cup Houston fell short of my expectations. The event's schedule was constantly delayed, causing frustration among the participants. There was also a lack of variety in food options, with limited choices available at the venue. The judges seemed inexperienced and inconsistent in their scoring, which affected the fairness of the competition. I hope that the organizers take feedback into consideration and make necessary improvements for future events.
4. Michael - ★☆☆☆☆
I regret attending Magix Cup Houston. The competition lacked transparency, with vague rules and regulations that left me confused throughout the event. The venue was poorly equipped, and I often struggled to find what I needed. Additionally, the overall atmosphere was lacking energy and enthusiasm, making it a rather dull experience. I would not recommend this tournament to fellow gamers.