The Obstacle Flight

Hey, it’s Weird Wednesday! Where on some Wednesdays, I blog about weird stuff and give writing prompts.

Today: The Obstacle Flight: Evading ogres with everyday items
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Let’s say you’re a plucky hero who’s just stolen a magical item from an evil ogre. That’s the good news. The bad news is, the bad guy’s onto you, and he’s fast. Something needs to change.

Let’s start with what you’ve got with you. Hopefully, you’re carrying a comb, brush, mirror, handkerchief, pinch of salt, or flask of water. If not, grab a stick or a drop of your own sweat, and throw it behind you. With a little magic (usually provided by the villain’s resourceful child), that object will transform into a barrier between you and your pursuer. This is called the obstacle flight, and it’s one of my favorite fairy tale motifs.