In this world, there are many tools one may use to direct magic. One of the most well known of these is the wand. Of course it is a common saying that "The wand chooses the wizard", with all wands having a degree of awareness with which they select...
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Chrysolepis chrysophylla is a species of flowering plant in the beech family known by the common names golden chinquapin, giant chinquapin, and western chinquapin. It is native to the Pacific coast of the United States from west-central Washington to central California.
Chinkapin originates from China, but never quite caught on as a wand wood there. However, it is greatly valued in the Pacific Northwest. It's a member of the beech family. "A wand made of chinkapin, which is excellent for wizards who are bold and eloquent speakers and great protective friends." - the wandmaker in question went on to say that, coupled with a core of dragon heartstring, the owner's loyalty would be greatly admired by their friends. Chinkapin wands tend to find their home in the hands of those who are good with words, firm in their beliefs and remain adaptable in all situations - while never losing sense of who they are.
