2005-01-10

2005-01-10 01:13 pm

Are wizards truly superior to Muggles?

In his latest re-read of PS, [livejournal.com profile] pauraque pointed out how the possible positive effects magic would take on the Muggle world are disregarded by wizards, who are only concerned with their own safety: It seems likely that magic wouldn't just be of minor use to the Muggle world, but could also resolve major issues such as deadly disease and injury. Hagrid doesn't consider that, though -- it's about the wizards' convenience.

While I've got no doubt that this is the way wizards think, my opinion on the power balance between wizards and Muggles is rather different. Since my answer to [livejournal.com profile] pauraque filled two comments, I figured I could just as well repost it here.

I, for once, am not convinced that wizards could either take over the Muggle world easily nor that they could substantially improve it. )
2005-01-10 10:31 pm

Whee! My first OuaTiM fic!

This little ficlet was inspired by a conversation I led with [livejournal.com profile] hippediva months ago. I finally got down to writing it. It's... weird, to say the least.

Title: The Bargain
Author: Donna Immaculata
Rating: R for violence and disturbing themes
Disclaimer: None of these characters are mine.
Summary: In order to get his eyesight back, Sands is prepared to strike a deal with the devil.

Shadows crept along the dusty road... )