Fire isn't always an element of destruction. Classical alchemical doctrine teaches that it also has dominion over another province: change.
Jim ButcherLaughter, like love, has power to survive the worst things life has to offer. And to do it with style.
Jim ButcherSome things just aren't meant to go together. Things like oil and water. Orange juice and toothpaste.
Jim ButcherMagic is a kind of energy. It is given shape by human thoughts and emotions, by imagination. Thoughts define that shapeโand words help to define those thoughts. Thatโs why wizards usually use words to help them with their spells. Words provide a sort of insulation as the energy of magic burns through a spell casterโs mind.
Jim Butcher