A magic wand is a mythical or imaginary object that is often used in fairy tales, fantasy stories and magical rituals. It is typically depicted as a long stick with a handle on one end and some sort of ornamentation at the other. The wand is said to have mystical powers and can be waved around to cast spells or perform magic. In popular culture, it has become associated with Harry Potter's character in JK Rowling's books where he uses a wand for his magical abilities.