A thing, usually an image or act but can be any item or attribute of an item, that quickly, clearly, and coherently represents a person, place, thing, or idea. Symbol is x that represents y.

A magic item or object that is charged with certain powers and may be deployed by thought, verbal command, or other trigger. Distinct from amulet in that a talisman must be triggered or activated to use its magic.

a construct formed in large part unconsciously with some assistance from our conscious efforts, and it encompasses one’s overarching beliefs about the nature of magic, the existence of supernatural forces or entities, the relationship between the physical and spiritual realms, how these different “parts” of reality function, and so forth.