The Flying Photos

The flying photos symbolize Magnus's past. When Magnus begins trying to figure out whether he might have been responsible for creating the organization known as the Crimson Hand, he looks through items in search of missing memories. Alec arrives at the apartment to find various items, including photos from Magnus's past, flying around the room.

Magnus's Clothing

Magnus's clothing is a symbol of his flamboyant style, but it is also a method for protecting himself. Alec is aware of Magnus's love of shopping and clothes, but he comes to realize that Magnus uses these clothes as armor.

Evil Cult Member Bernard

Magnus meets Bernard only after Shinyun imprisons him, and his insistence on calling him “evil cult member Bernard” is a symbol of Magnus's ongoing mockery of the cult and the entire situation.

The Warlock Marks

Warlock marks symbolize the fact that these characters...