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Burial Oil

This is dropped and then used to cremate Zelie’s father. It symbolizes Zelie’s inability to hang onto to the things she loves.

Scars

This is the word “maggot” carved on Zelie’s back by King Saran. It symbolizes racism and hatred.

Majicite Gas

This is used to kill the maji. It symbolizes death and destruction.

Food

This is what the monarchy runs short of and institutes a rationing system after Lagos is cut off from their supply chains. It symbolizes life and death.

Bronze Disc

This is something that Zelie gives Inan and that brings him comfort. It symbolizes the hope of friendship.

Necklace

This is something that Mama Agba makes for Zelie to wear during her ascension to become an elder. It symbolizes love.

Incantations

The maji use this to summon their magic. They symbolize power.

Rainbow

This is a many-colored image that...

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