Magical Objects
Magical objects are any item that possesses some type of magical quality. These fictional elements are often encountered in the settings of fantasy worlds and are often objects like invisibility rings, sentient broomsticks, magical cauldrons, or magical books and scrolls. Fictional magical items may be inherently powerful, or may be regular items upon which a spell has been cast.
| Synonyms: Magical items, relics, items of power |
| Example Mythonyms: the wizard’s toe clippers, the Orb of Carthos, a necklace of invulnerability, the lost Ring of Itcaeloen |
Designing Fictional Magical Objects
Archetypes
List of Magical Objects
Apparel
- Boots
- Cloak
- Underwear
- Hat
- Eyeglasses
- Cape
- Gloves
Armor
- Gauntlet
- Cuirass
- Chainmail
- Helmet
- Bracers
- Platemail
Musical Instruments
- Harp
- Flute
- Drum
- Horn
- Pipe Organ
Miscellaneous
- Scrying Orb
- Quill
- Bag
- Candle
- Chalk
- Scepter
- Holy Symbol
- Spyglass
- Lamp
- Lantern
- Coin
- Mirror
- Whistle
- Broom
- Hourglass
- Book
- Scroll
- Cauldron
- Umbrella
- String
- Compass
- Comb
- Spoon
- Parasol
- Key
- Mask
- Totem
- Walking Cane
- Map
- Clock
- Lighter
Natural
- Fish Scale
- Feather
- Pebble
- Rose
- Shell
- Tree
- Plant
- Herb
- Bone
- Pearl
Fantastic
- Dragon Scale
- Yeti Fur
- Unicorn Horn
- Drake Tooth
Arms
- Sword
- Knife
- Hammer
- Staff
- Wand
- Shield
- Bow
- Arrow
Jewelry
- Ring
- Necklace
- Bracelet
- Earing
- Locket
- Pendant
- Medallion
- Crown
- Amulet
- Brooch
Abodes
- Castle
- House
- Hut
- Tent
- Tower
Artworks
- Statue
- Painting
- Tapestry
- Paintbrush
- Figurine
- Pencil
Game & Play
- Deck of Cards
- Dice
- Doll
- Music Box
- Marbles
Vehicles
- Car
- Bus
- Flying Carpet
- Carriage
- Bicycle
Gems and Stones
- Gemstone
- Opal
- Diamond
- Crystal
- Stone
Potions & Salves
- Salve
- Potion
- Medicine
- Elixir
- Philter
How rare are magical items in your world? Are they common enough to be purchased at stores, or do only a select few know of their existence?
Mundane objects that possess magical qualities often make for the most memorable items. Magic broomsticks, magic lamps, and magic beans have all become engrained in fantasy world lore. While a magic gemstone is certainly exceptional, a magic pebble might contain more character.
Can anyone in possession of a magical item use it, or can only certain people? Can a magical item be used immediately, or does it take time to attune to or learn?
