Witches

Witches and Warlocks are humans who practice magic, good or evil. Witches are females, and males prefer to be called Warlocks. Witches have the power to cast spells, as well as other supernatural abilities.

History
Naturally-born witches and warlocks have paranormal powers that begin development as teenagers. They are known for their code of loyalty and their bond as members of an extended family. Witches have existed for many centuries, passing down their skills and knowledge through generations in family lines. They are also servants of nature that don't allow immortals to stay on the earth and seek to maintain balance in nature.

Depending upon their coven and culture, those with the gift of magic can go by other titles such as a Shaman, who

Powers and Abilities

 * Spellcasting: Witches have the ability to perform supernatural spells that affect the natural world.
 * Clairvoyance: The ability to gain information about an object, person, location or physical event through means other than the known human senses.
 * Pyrokinesis: The ability to control and/or produce fire.
 * Aerokinesis: The ability to control air.
 * Hydrokinesis: The ability to manipulate water.
 * Telekinesis: The ability to move objects with your mind.
 * Photokinesis: The ability to manipulate light.
 * Atmokinesis: The ability to manipulate the weather.
 * Biokinesis: The ability to manipulate the physical body, seems to be an extension of the telekinetic power.
 * Pain Infliction: Witches can inflict painful aneurysms to supernatural beings with rapid healing abilities.
 * Immunity to Compulsion: Witches are unable to be compelled by vampires.
 * Channeling: Witches are able to channel other forms of power by focusing on natural and celestial events. Witches can also channel other witches powers.
 * Mind Stunning: Witches can temporarily render someone unconscious by focusing and placing their hands over the person's head.
 * Marking Their Death: Whenever a witch dies violently, they release a mystical force of energy, marking the place of their death with power

Weaknesses & Vulnerabilities

 * Human Weakness: Witches are still humans, therefore they still have natural human weaknesses and vulnerabilities. However, they may be slightly more durable as it took the combined efforts of Katherine Pierce and Stefan Salvatore to kill Jonas Martin completely. Witches may also have a slower aging rate and may continue to have a youthful appearance even in older age, as demonstrated by Sheila Bennett.
 * Strength Of Magic: If a witch performs a spell that requires them to expend too much energy, it could lead to death from over-exertion.
 * Overuse Of Magic: If a witch performs too much witchcraft, it can lead to fatigue in the form of nosebleeds or passing out.