talisman
The member of society everybody would put forward to represent them as they are such a well-rounded and nearly perfect individual. Must have prowess at sport, music, chopping up birds and academia.Talisman
A strange object which contained magical powers. Usually comes in different shapes and sizes. Normally used in fiction storybooks.
The Talisman Effect
The name for the phenomenon in which if you were to bring a particular item with you somewhere, you won't end up needing it, but should you not bring it, you will need it.
Example:
"If I bring my umbrella, it probably won't rain. If I don't, it most certainly will. I guess its just the Talisman Effect at work."
"If I bring my umbrella, it probably won't rain. If I don't, it most certainly will. I guess its just the Talisman Effect at work."