A palisman (plural: palismen) is a sentient magical totem that sits at the top of a magic staff. They are usually made in the shape of an animal of some kind. A palisman contains a magical essence and harbors various magical properties, including the ability to switch between wooden and living forms at will. Palismen can bond to witches, humans, demons, and grimwalkers as a loyal companion, a powerful tool for channeling and amplifying their user's magic, and a method of flying transportation wh