Common Magical Items

Common Magical Items

Any item can be magical, and the types of items that possess such power will vary from world to world. You may desire magical arms and armor, or you may prefer magical broomsticks. Below is a list of common magical items found within fantasy worlds to inspire your worldbuilding.

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

Armor

  • 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?