Board Thread:Character Discussion/@comment-5118208-20141108143108/@comment-4839682-20141112153222

Edward Zachary Sunrose wrote: Does magic ITSELF pass down genetically? Cora gave it to Zelena, but who gave it to Cora? All we know is her father and we met him for two seconds. And if it isn't genetic, then maybe Regina has given Henry powers? It seems that contact with those of magical ability gives you powers in some cases (Regina NEVER had magic until she fought back against Cora) This is a good point. Cora asked Rumple to teach her. And he did- he instructed her on finding the rage within herself to fuel it. Maybe a strong emotion is all that is generally needed? (With exceptions in some cases, like Emma)