e DP For Parents Defending The Universe (NAPSA)—Protect the Earth against an evil invasion. Master the elemental forces of energy,air, water, earth and fire. Pass sev- enth grade. All in a day’s work for five diverse middle-school girls who learn that they are the new generation of an ancient and hon- orable group, The Guardians. A new animated series follows the adventures of five teens who defend the universe againstevil. That’s the premise behind “W.I.T.C.H.,” a new animated TV series based on stories from the hit global comic magazine and chapter books. “W.I.T.C.H.” takes its heroines into the Kingdom of Meridian, a parallel universe filled with enchantment and mythological creatures. The girls—Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia and Hay Lin—also receive the Heart of Candracar, an amulet that amplifies their powers and physically transforms them into the Guardians, grownup creatures with a duty to uphold what’s right. Geared toward boys and girls ages 6 to 11, “W.LT.C.H.” airs at 9:30 a.m. during JETIX on ABC Family and at 8:30 p.m. on Toon Disney.
