魔力

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Written 魔力 and read まりょく, it denotes supernatural magical power and, figuratively, a mysterious compelling attraction.
• Basic usage: It is put into a wizard's staff and attributed metaphorically to an old clock that draws people in.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Magic versus magnetic appeal
  • With a real-world object it often exaggerates fascination rather than asserting literal sorcery.