November 2009 in the Backspace

Nola Avienne: shields|sleights

• November 4 – 28, 2009

• shield |shēld|
• noun
• a broad piece of metal or another suitable material used as a protection.
• something shaped like a shield, in particular.
• a person or thing providing protection.

• sleight |slīt|
• noun
• dexterity or cunning, esp. so as to deceive.
• the use of psychology, misdirection, and natural choreography in accomplishing a magical effect.