Legends say there once was a world not so unlike
our own, but a world where, instead of the mundane,
magic thrives. A world where imagination becomes
possibility. Then you might be asking yourself,
what if you wanted to be a part of this world?
Well, dear listeners, you're in luck. Come on
in to the store for witches and wizards. Good
day, madam. How can I help? Yes. Yes. I see.
If it's a cloak you're looking for, well then
you're in luck. We have a wide variety of options
to choose from. Of course, ma 'am. They should
be near the back. Call me if you need me. Morning,
sir. How can we help you? Yes, we have plenty
of broomsticks, sir. Brimstone wands? I believe
we have some available, but they might be in
the back. Thank you, sir. Call us if you need
us. How was that? I'd give you a solid 7 out
of 10. You got most of it down already, but you
gotta be more confident next time. I always say,
if you're confident in yourself, nine times out
of ten, people will be more confident in you.
I'll keep that in mind. Yeah? What's up? Brewing
station? Got it. Hey, sorry, Max. Someone needs
my help right now. Can you handle things up here?
Of course. Leave it to me. Alright. I'll be back
in a few. That just leaves me with you, huh,
Sebastian? Honestly, it looks like a pretty slow
day so far. Not that I'm complaining or anything.
This is nice. Welcome. How can I help you? Is
Rachel here? She's busy right now, but she'll
be back soon. Wait a second. Amber? Max? What
are you doing here? Me? What are you doing here?
I work here. What? When? Now. It's my first day
on the job. Really? It makes sense that you would
find a summer job, but I just never thought to
see you here. Surprised? A little bit, but I
would be lying if I said I wasn't glad to see
you either. Flattering. What can I help you with?
I wanted to meet with Rachel today and ask her
if she could help me create my own wand. Interesting.
But isn't crafting an original wand complicated?
For a novice, perhaps, but I believe a highly
trained witch can create one with ease. Makes
sense. If you don't mind me asking, what made
you want to make your own wand? While standard
wands are effective, it's nothing like having
your own personal wand by your side. It's something
that you created. It's special. I never thought
of it that way. Alright, I'm back. How have you
been, Max? And who's your friend? Just a close
friend of mine. We met at the academy. Greetings,
my name is Ember. It's a pleasure to meet you.
Pleasure is all mine. And how can I help you
today? I was wondering if you could help me craft
my very own wand. That's it? Just a wand? Easy.
Let me just get the materials and we can get
started. Let's see. Wait, that's not right. Shouldn't
be there. Oh, oh no. What's wrong? We may be
out of some essential materials. I know, I know,
I forgot. Great. Yeah, I could buy some at the
market. I know it's not going to take too long,
but that would mean leaving the store. I can
handle it. Are you sure? Of course. Helping Amber
is more important anyway. Besides, it's a pretty
slow day today, so I know I'll be fine. If I
may, Rachel, I could help. With gathering materials
with you. Fighting an uphill battle it is. Fine,
fine. You convinced me. We'll head out to get
the materials and come right back. Thank you
so much, Rachel. Don't sweat it. Stay safe, Max.
Will do. Guess it's just you and me, Sebastian.
Don't worry. I'm sure it'll be fine. Hi. Hello.
How can I help you today? Yes. Yes. I understand.
I completely understand, sir. But these things
take time. Just please, wait in line, sir, and
we'll get to you as soon as possible. I promise.
Next! Yes. Hello, ma 'am. How can I help you
today? Wands? They should be in the back near
the brewing station. You can't miss it. Next!
Hello, sir. How can I help you? Yes. Uh -huh.
Yes. Well, if it's a tunic you're looking for,
then it should be near the front. I would love
to show you, sir, but I'm a little busy at the
moment. Don't worry. I'll have our staff escort
you there in my stead. Sebastian? Can you escort
this fine gentleman to the clothing section,
please? Thank you so much, Sebastian. Next! Hello,
welcome. How can I help you both? Yes, we do
have familiars here. We work with the Academy
to find them some new homes. There are cats,
birds, lizards. Yes, we also have fish. But I
must advise you, please do not tap the glass.
They are very sensitive to the noise. Yes, the
fish don't enjoy it. None of the familiars do,
actually. They should be near the back. Glad
I could help. Take care. Next! Hello. Yes. I
understand that the line is quite long. Rachel?
She went out for an errand, but rest assured,
she will be back soon. Yes, I understand. I suggest
that you stay in line for the time being, and
the owner will be with us shortly. Please, calm
down. I understand that you're frustrated, but...
Please! Hello, everyone! Sorry for the long wait.
I was busy helping my other client with her wand,
and it took a little longer than I thought it
would. But now I'm here, so how can I... Oh my.
I see we're a little rowdy. How about we all
calm down for a moment? Everyone good? We're
all calm down? Great. Cool. Now, who's first?
Good evening, sir. How can I help? Hey, Max.
Amber, did you get to make your wand? Yes, I
can't believe it. It's so good. Glad we could
help. As much as I would love to catch up, I
need to help Rachel out with all these customers.
This line is massive. About that, I wanted to
return the favor and help you out. You sure?
You don't have to be here, you know. I insist.
I would feel kind of bad leaving you here by
yourself. The least I can do is help as much
as I can. There's no changing your mind, is there?
Not in the slightest. Thank you, Ember. I know,
Sebastian. Let's get started. Thank you for coming.
Have a good night. Come again. It's finally over.
What a relief. You're telling me. What a way
to start my first day on the job. I am so sorry,
Max. I didn't think today would be this crazy.
I should have been here to help you. It's fine,
Rachel. I'm just glad you got to help Ember.
Thank you for helping me with the line. Are you
kidding? How could we not? Did you see it? That
may have been the longest line I've ever seen.
I swear it went all the way from down the street.
I practically had to use all my spells just to
get the line moving. Well, if it helps. It was
fun seeing you two running around the store like
excited puppies. That does sound funny, but...
I am not going to cast that spell for a very
long time. I am way too tired. Ditto. Hey, Sebastian.
Thanks for helping us today. Yeah, yeah. Here's
your reward. There you go. Tired, huh? Me too,
buddy. It's getting late. I think I should head
home soon. Thank you, Rachel, for helping me
make my wine, and it was nice seeing you again,
Max. It was nice seeing you too, Amber. Hey,
if you ever want to work here, you're more than
welcome to join us. Thanks, but I'll pass. Worth
a shot. Get home safe. I will. Bye. There she
goes. She's quite a promising young mage. She
would have been nice to have around. I think
you laid it on a bit thick with your offer at
the end. You think so? Yeah, you're right. Not
my best pitch. Hey, Max? Yes? I don't want today
to discourage you or anything. Today was a busy
and stressful day, I know, but it's usually not
like this. I wouldn't have thrown you into this
position on your first day. And I should have
helped you more. I hope you're still on board.
Of course I am. You're right, it got really stressful
a bit there. But it all turned out alright in
the end. And don't sweat it, Rachel. You were
a great help. Thanks, Max. I'm still getting
used to this whole boss thing. Never was much
of a leader. I don't need your sass, Raven. I
think you did pretty good today, boss. Thanks.
Anyway, you got any plans tonight? Not really.
What about you? Well... I'm going to get myself
something to eat because I am starving. You can
come with me if you want. I don't think I got
the chance to eat lunch yet. Getting something
to eat would be nice right now. All in favor?
Perfect. Let's go. Wait. Shouldn't we clean the
store before we go? Oh, you're right. Give me
a moment. There we go. That is my last spell
of the day, so let's go get something to eat
before I pass out. Dinner, here we come. Is she
usually this active? Come on, slowpokes. Our
time's a -wastin'. I'm hungry. That was... Jennifer
Crockett as Rachel, Troy Bowen as Max, and Savannah
Lewandowski as Ember. This episode for Store
for Witches and Wizards was produced by Miles
Davis and Alex Lee. Written by Miles Davis. Directed
and edited by Sakai Leverett. Engineered by Alex
Lee. Line produced by Sakai Leverett. Casted
by Scott Meekins. And promoted by Brianna Hewitt.
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