charm; magical tool
Refers to an object used in magic or sorcery, such as a talisman, amulet, or ritual implement. Often appears in fantasy or occult contexts.
The witch chanted a spell using an old magical tool.
この呪具は持ち主に幸運をもたらすと言われている。
This charm is said to bring good luck to its owner.
Compound of 呪 (ju, 'curse, spell') and 具 (gu, 'tool, implement'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term is used in modern Japanese for magical implements.