What is a wizard?
Q: What is a wizard?
A: A wizard is a fictional or mythical person who uses magic. This ability to use magic may be due to innate ability, training, or both.
Q: Who are some well-known examples of wizards?
A: Merlin from the Arthurian legends and Dumbledore and Gandalf from the Harry Potter series and Tolkien's Middle Earth are some well-known examples of wizards.
Q: Are all wizards portrayed as good characters?
A: No, not all wizards are portrayed as good characters. Voldemort and Saruman are examples of "evil" wizards.
Q: How are wizards usually depicted in stories?
A: Wizards are often depicted as old men with long, flowing beards, wearing a large-brimmed hat, a thick cloak and holding a staff.
Q: Are there any female wizard characters in mythology or fiction?
A: Yes, there have been female wizard characters in mythology or fiction such as Morgan le Fay from Arthurian legends and Circe from Greek mythology.
Q: Is the term "wizard" used for anyone with unusual skill or creativity?
A: Yes, nowadays the term "wizard" is also used for someone whose accomplishments are due to unusual skill or creativity; an example being Thomas Edison who was nicknamed "the Wizard of Menlo Park".
