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Motif

Magic runes give power over enemy. (Cf. D1266.1.)

Magic. · Magic objects. · Function of magic objects. · Magic object gives power over other persons. · Magic object overcomes person. · view the constellation · filed as D1400.1.11

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Cited in the index
  • general *Kittredge Witchcraft 31, 387 n. 77. Icelandic: Boberg.
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Filed under Magic object conquers enemies.

1 finer motif beneath it
Magic oath stops killer and sends invading army back
Filed beside it
Magic trousers conquer enemy. Hero spreads them in air and balls of fire fall from them on enemy. (Cf. D1055.) Magic ring conquers enemy. (Cf. D1076.) Magic fan conquers enemy. (Cf. D1077.) Magic weapon conquers enemy. (Cf. D1080.) Magic jewel conquers enemies. (Cf. D1071.) Magic amulet in mouth conquers enemies. (Cf. D1270.) Magic staff defeats enemies. (Cf. D1254.) Magic cup gives victory. (Cf. D1171.6.) Saint's bell conquers enemies. (Cf. D1213.) Charm gives victory in fight. (Cf. D1273.) Saint's bachall defeats enemies. (Cf. D1277.) Magic mirror kills enemy soldiers. (Cf. D1163.) Magic stone (jewel) gives victory. (Cf. D931.) Armor gives victory. (Cf. D1101.) Magic banner gives victory Magic helmet gives victory. (Cf. D1101.4.)
Travels with (Thompson’s cf.)
Magic writings (gramerye, runes)

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