EA is a company in the United States. I'm not trying to pout or complain, but why is it that Europe gets the hints, before the US? That's always something that's been a bit confusing.
As for Making Magic, I vaguely remember Sims 1. The most I remember was Hot Date. But I'm very excited to see more life states, especially from what TS1 and TS2 had to offer coming back to TS3, because they always have it more improved when they include it in Sims 3. The Magician leavening himself in Showtime is a perfect example. I love sharing him with other Sim players, and even having him used by them with SimPort. I'm kind of excited for Werewolves witches and fairies. The good witch and bad witch appearing was a ton of fun in Apartment life, so I'm even more excited about what improvements will be done with the witches.