Magic object raises alarm when stolen

Motif

Magic object raises alarm when stolen.

Magic. · Magic objects. · Characteristics of magic objects. · Automatic magic objects. · Magic speaking objects. · view the constellation · filed as D1612.5

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Scholars’ trail — 1reference

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Within the index

Filed under Tell-tale magic objects.

2 finer motifs beneath it

Magic shirt tells owner when it is stolen. (Cf. D1056.)Magic harp gives alarm when it is stolen. (Cf. D1231.)

Filed beside it

Magic objects betray fugitive. Give alarm when fugitive escapes Magic object compels fugitive to betray himself Hiding place speaks and betrays hider Magic object tells where it is hidden Magic object gives alarm when touched

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