scepter
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Accompanied by her sidekick and netherworld patron King Grimsquawk – a crowned raven-baby holding a scepter – Workman conjures up one of the funniest small-screen comedies that isn’t officially on TV.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
Intriguingly, a large figure stands on the mountain just behind this wall: It is the Sapa Inca—or ruler—identifiable by the sun on his tunic, the scepter in his hand, and his elaborate headdress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Maleficent, with scepter in hand, will ascend to a height of 35 feet.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2024
It holds a serpent scepter evoking the crack of lightning on one side, and a tiny water jug on the other.
From Reuters ● Sep. 29, 2023
He wore an iron crown and held a leg of lamb in one hand as a king might hold a scepter, and his eyes followed Dany with mute appeal.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
Another pair of scepters include tiny life-like hands that Sanroman says belonged to the god of death, Mictlantecuhtli.
From Reuters ● Sep. 29, 2023
Also present: an elaborate toy sailing ship, a carousel and sashes and scepters for Miss Universe contestants, each embellished with information about their respective countries.
From New York Times ● May 5, 2023
It has special armrests to support the royal arms that are holding paraphernalia like scepters.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2023
He will receive the customary bejeweled scepters, swords, ring and orb.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 28, 2023
One corner was piled with strange treasures—jade idols, spiked scepters, and jeweled masks.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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