Level One: Magical Aptitude Test

Not just anyone can get a wand, and so your first step in discovering which wand will be yours is to complete the Magical Aptitude Test. The test is comprised of fifteen questions, each relating to a class on HE. Be as detailed as possible!

Housepoints on completion: 150

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.

2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:

H is for Happy
A is for Amazing
R is for Ridiculous
R is for Rambunctious
Y is for Yay!

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.

8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.

12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible.

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.
Legendary.


2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number. LEGENDARY (L=3+E=5+G=7=E=5+N=5+D=4+A=1+R=9+Y=7) That would come to the total of 46.
so 4+6 comes to 10 and 1+0=1, therefore the number 1 would be my Character Number.

Heart Number: LEGENDARY (E=5+E=5+A=1) Adding those numbers together and I get a total of 11, so reducing that 1+1=2, therefore 2 would be my Heart Number.

Also, if I take into consideration that the letter Y is sometimes considered a vowel I get (E=5+E=5+A=1+Y=7). That total would would come to 18, so reducing that (1+8=9), the number 9 could also be my Heart Number.

Social Number: LEGENDARY (L=3+G=7+N=5+D=4+R=9+Y=7) The total coming to 35, Now reducing that number (3+5=8) so the number 8 would be my Social Number.



3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:
L is for Lovable
E is for Exciting
G is for Great
E is for Everlasting
N is for Notorious
D is for Dashing
A is for Ambitious
R is for Regular
Y is for Yummy

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

Its been days, the only contact I have had with a human being is through a speaker, its just a voice, no face. I have been sent to to investigate a new planet, who knows if its even real? We were given the coordinates by someone who wished to remain anonymous, it feels shady, but I can't fight the intrigue and curiousity that its brought, so I volunteered to explore. It's beautiful out here, infinte blackness, sprinkled with the warm glow of the stars, very peaceful, but the silence can drive you mad. It takes a strong mind to last out here, it can take days, even weeks to find a new planet, sometimes you don't find any at all. I began to feel as though I was on a wild goose chase, until my radar picked up a faint signal of a planet's energy, success! I redirected my ship and made straight for the discovery, every moment that passed the signal grew stronger, and so did my anticipation. A new marvel for mankind to learn of, to marvel at, I could hardly contain my excitement. It wasn't long before I had reached this new planet's atmosphere, it was beautiful, it looked as if it came straight out of a sci-fi novel or film. It's suface looked metallic, like liquid metal, very dull in color, but very intriguing as well. There also seemed to be two moons orbiting the planet, much more vibrant looking, two of them, identical in shape, color and size, very unusal. I soon descended, enough to garner a look of its landscape, it seemed barren, scarcely any plant life, and what was there was spread far and thin. I saw no signs of civilization, but hadn't discounted the fact that there may be some out there. The landscape had the same look as the planet had from above, metallic but much brighter and definitely more inviting, The sensors of my ship picked up no harmful gases or poisons, and as I landed I was suprised to see the ground was soft, unexpected given it looked like a type of metal from above. With my exo-suit on and the necessary precautions taken I exited my craft and explored on foot. To my suprise it was a welcoming experience, calm, warm though I saw no sun or heat source before I arrived, and the sounds, soothing, like waves crashing upon rocks. I continued my research by taking a sample of the plant life that was so scarcely placed, and then what I saw amazed me beyond anything yet. There was life on this planet, though it was unlike any I have ever laid eyes on before. A bird like creature, giant in size, swooped down and landed with a thud just feet away from my position, it did not act hostile, yet it remained calm, and somehow I did not fret for my saftey. This animal was the darkest shade of blue I have ever seen, and had a white glow outlining it's form. Magnificent, and in an instant it spread its massive wings and took off, leaving naught but a single feather shaped object behind. I quickly gathered it in, and made for my ship to return to the lab and reveal my findings.
5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
The Phoenix, rare, beautiful, and mysterious. Not much is known about this creature, save that it bursts into flames and is reborn amongst the ashes. It's life span can range from 500 years and beyond. Though being reborn once it dies, one could say it is actually an immortal creature. The feathers of this bird are of unmatched beauty, consisting of red and golden shades. There are many stories and theories about this animal, but the origins of the beast is closely tied to the Ancient Egyptians, who depicted it as a Heron or Stork like bird reference as Benu derived from the Book Of The Dead and in other scriptures the Egyptians had made. It was deemed as an animal of worship, closely associated with the Sun God Ra, which may have been the source of its ability to burst into flames and ressurect itself from the ashes. It was soon taken into other context by the Greek civilization, describing it as a Peacock or an Eagle who lived close to a well. It still carried the same association with the sun as it did with the Egyptians, only the Greek and Roman Sun God Apollo would stop his chariot and listen as The Phoenix sang it's song. The tears of a Phoenix also have a healing effect, the tear drops are capable of healing any type of wound. Athough every culture depicts this animal very differently it cannot be denied, The Phoenix bird is a remarkable majestic creature.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words. We were surrounded, caught off guard by enemy wizards, this was no ordinary fight. It didn't take place on a battlefield, it was subtle, unheard of, quiet. We had been sent to gather supplies for our small army, and as we were making our return we were ambushed. Before I knew it spells were be shot in every direction, orders being shouted, it looked as if this would be the end. But we were trained well, and soon instinct took over. Drawing my wand I immediately cast a small defensive charm around myself, Protego. It would help deflect the smaller less effective spells from doing me any harm. The frantic pace made it hard to see all that was going on, and I had faith in my brothers, each would look out for his own and was very capable of doing so. With our attackers seeming less skilled in magic the tide soon evened out, even though we were fewer. I took none for granted however, and as I stood face to face with one of our foes I disarmed him using Expilliarmus, whiched knocked his wand from his hand. He was now unable to cast. Quickly after disarming him I cast Duro, turning the man to stone, effectively taking him out of the battle. Amateurs, it would have been childs play if there had been fewer of them. As the battle ensued I would cast a few Petrificus Totalus spells at our attackers putting them in a full body bind. It was simple magic, nothing complicated was needed and within the hour we had fully disabled our enemy, and none of us suffered any serious injuries. We were lucky, but I am thankful that our bout was as simple as it was, as in all wars casualties will be suffered, but not this day.

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words. There I stood, toe to toe against a powerful Dark Wizard, both of us taking huge gulps of air as we circled one another, eyeing each other, awaiting for the other to strike. It was in a small alcove of trees just off the path I was walking. My wand gripped tightly in my hand, my cloak loosened to allow better movement. If there had been any othe ambient noises that day I was unaware, my focuse solely on my opponent. I non verbally cast the Gripping Charm on my wand hand, giving me easier control and a better grip on my wand. I smiled at him, even winked at the guy, I couldn't help but do it, I was confident I was more than a match for him. In an instant I dodged to the side as a spell had been cast, and without a moments hesitation I myself cast the Incarcerous spell, the black rope barely catching around his wrist. In the next moment I muttered Incendio, setting the rope previously cast ablaze and heading straight for my attacker. He was good, he managed to free himself before the flames reached his hand. The battle went on, both of us managing to evade of detour each other's spells, I had to admit, I was having fun, though growing tired of the duel. I had to end it, before my life was ended. I did not want to use any unforgivables though the thought did briefly cross my mind. I refused however, my side forbids the use of such atrocities. Deciding to end the battle I quickly cast Stupefy, as expected it was dodged, but in quick succession as he evaded my spell I flung the Levicorpus spell, dangling the man by his leg. The force and suprise of my charm seemed to jar loose his wand, leaving him at my mercy. With him securely hanging there I walked to where his wand had fell, picked it up and cast a spell with it, Wingardium Leviosa. Lifting a boulder from its resting spot I flung the large heavy stone right at the Dark Wizard. A thud, that was the only sound I heard as I watched the boulder slam into the dangling man's chest knocking him free of my hold on him and unconscious, I had defeated him. Stowing my wand back inside of my pocket I proceeded to snap his wand in two, and awaited as a few Aurors arrived to take this man to Azkaban.

8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words. As I looked into the crystal ball I had trouble making out anything. I was not skilled in this matter at all. But my drive would not let me stop, so I kept at it. Initially what I saw was blurred, my lack of skill obscuring my vision, but the more I concentrated, the more I focused, I began to see. I saw myself sitting at a desk, looking down onto a sheet of parchment. The room itself vaguely resembled a classroom, yet I was the lone student in the room, save a one other. Quill in my hand I began writing on the parchment, the answers to a test of sorts. I was unable to make out any of the details as my ability to foresee the future is one of my weakest points. But I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride as I jotted down words on that parchment, a sense of accomplishment. Whatever that room was, and whatever I was doing there would bring pride and achievement to myself. The vison faded, as I began to lose my hold on the crystal orb. The swirling fog took over the once clear center of the globe. My vison had ended.

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.
Seeker- The Seeker's role in the quidditch game is quite simple. They are to chase and capture the Snitch. It is no easy task however, for one the Snitch is an evasive thing, moving at speeds that many cannot keep up with. So the skill it takes for the Seeker to have is quite impressive. A faster model broom is often the choice of ride for many of them, one such broom being a Firebolt. While their teamates are playing, scoring and defending the Seeker flies around looking for any sign of the small golden winged ball. It takes great hand eye coordination, locating the Snitch while flying at dangerous speeds, often times with one hand as the other is outstretched reaching fro the speeding orb. Also bludgers, the opposing beaters can slam one straight at a Seeker as they are engaged in their chase of the evading sphere. If and when one catches the sneaky little Snitch the game ends and their team are granted a total of 150 points. Usually deeming them the victors of the match. Not many have the ability or what it takes to play such a position, but those who do are arguably the finest athletes in quidditch. A Seeker should only focus on catching the Snitch, it is brutal competition between them and the opposing Seeker, but they have no other objective other than securing the victory for their team. They should play the game honorably and competitively, unfortunately there are those who think otherwise. Intensity is expected but life and death on the pitch can be avoided if the game is played with respect for the opponents.

Beater- The Beaters role in a quidditch match is very demanding. They are charged with flying around locating bludgers. They are equipped with a wooden bat, used for hitting the bludgers at opponets, giving their Chasers room to charge down the pitch. They also are the defenders of their team, often times redirecting or knocking an incoming bludger from a teammate, protecting them from harm and excruciating pain. However, given the fast pace and unpredictability of the game a Beater is not always able to defend their team mates, and no shame should be felt for being unable to do so. It is a brutal game, and though the best Beaters in the world can deflect bludgers effortlessly, they too are not able to go a game flawlessly. But they are a valued and appreciated addition, and they can be used offensively as well. With a bludger in control they can speed down the pitch along side one of their Chasers, able to knock or repel and opposing Chaser from attempting to steal the quaffle. Or they can slam the bludger straight for the Keeper either masking them or causing them to dodge and leave their post revealing the hoops for the Chaser to score. They should play the game intensely, helping, defending and mashing their opponents with bludgers. Respect should be given to them by team mate and oppostion alike.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible. Yew wood was of great importance in the Ancient Celtic civilization, it was the poison extracted from the tree itself that many of the Cantabriens took their own life with when they were under siege by Gaius Frunius. The tree itself is Evergreenm not growing very tall, usually ranging anywhere from 10-20 meters in height. A slow growing tree, but it also long living, however, it is nearly impossible to tell how old a Yew Tree is given that none of the wood as there is rarely any that is as old as the tree itself. The boughs will hollow out as the tree gets older with age, making ring counts visible in the process. The bark of the tree is brown in color and has a scaly texture. Yew wood is often famous for its long life, giving the wizard or witch a wood that will last them their lifetime if the proper care is given. It is also known to symbolize death, giving it a sort of dark nature thay may attract a magic user with evil intent to be interested in the wood. But to counter the darker side of its property, it can also symbolize ressurection, life. Which makes Yew wood a commonly used wood for wandmaking, it would be very appealing to one who stood for good and one who stood for evil alike. Making the one who trudged either path a formidable foe or ally.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words. Rowena Ravenclaw was one of the four founds of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Being deemed as a very intelligent and creative witch Rowena's students or those who were sorted into her house often posessed a high intellect and a creative mind. It is not known when she was born but its been suggested that she brought into this world hailing from either Scotland or Ireland. A very good friend of Helga Hufflepuff, also one of the four founders of Hogwarts, the two houses often got along and interacted famously. "Wit beyond measure, is a man's greatest treasure." This quote was stated by the very which the Ravenclaw house was named for. She was known as the brightest witch of her time, excelling in wisdom and cleverness. It was in fact Ms. Ravenclaw who had devised and designed the Grand Staircase of the castle to change constantly, a small sign of her intellect, as the staircase to this day still shifts in position regularly. Eventually she would contract a fatal illness, and in her death bed she would summon and send the Bloody Baron to find her daughter Helena. When the Baron located her, Helena refused to go back with him. And in anger the Baron took the life of Helena and then himself. A tragic end to such a wise and intelligent witch, but those who are sorted into Ravenclaw house carry on her neam ever proud, and steadfast.

12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent. When it comes to cleaning a Witch or Wizard have it easy. Able to use magic to charm a broom or mop to carry on the work load as they sit in relax or take on another task. Clothing can be effortlessly put away without a single lift of the hand. Organizing books, shoes, or dishes can be done instantly with a simple flick of the wand. This could be envied or looked upon with disgust, depending on the observer. One could admire the ability to relax and lead a liesurely life while charmed objects do the work, or one could look upon this and see laziness, not taking the time to do it themselves, Whatever the case, Muggles have made advances in their way of cleaning as well. They have up with, what they call a dishwasher. This is a machine that one places the dirty dishes into, adding a powdered form of soap and turning a dial, and tada, the machine cleans the dishes itself. When it comes to mopping and/or sweeping the dirt from the floor, they have what they call a maid service. This is where another muggle comes to the residence and does the sweeping, mopping, and laundry without the paying having to lift a finger. Though it is much easier to clean by magic, you can't deny muggles are making great strides in making it easier on themselves to do so.

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects. Veritaserum is quite possibly the most potent truth serum ever concieved. When one takes this potion they are unable to lie no matter how much resistance is put up, the truth is always revealed. It is a colorless potion, clear as a crystal, looking like a stream of fresh water. It has no odor as well, and is watched sternly and strictly by the Ministry Of Magic. The guidlines for this potion are indeed intense. When being created the potion will take a full moon cycle to mature and careful preparation is mandatory. A potion of this strength could go terribley wrong if not made with care. A wizard or witch skilled in the art of potion making can defend themselves for the effects of Veritaserum by making an antidote to reverse the effects the former causes.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible. I recently moved into an old Victorian house, built way back in the 1800s. It needed a few repairs, new roofing, some patching up of small holes in the walls where pictures have been hung. Overlooking all of that there was a beauty to it, a lot of history was in this house. It didn't take long before I would start to hear noises, at first it was simple scratching, I figure it was mice rumaging around bhind the walls, so I paid it no mind. But then it got more and more frequent, louder, and I began to hear voices. Since I lived alone I knew there was no one else in the house. I was unable to sleep, it began happening nearly everynight, aroudn the same time, 3:15 in the morning. I ventured into the local library, to see what I could dig up on the house, I must have went through dozens of old newspaper articles, but it seemed my search would be futile. Until I was approached by a man, an older gent, cane in hand, gray hair balding. He asked if I had taken residence in the old Hutchin's estate, which at the time of my buying I had no clue of who they were. I told him I had just bought the old house sitting on an old plantation. It was in fact the Hutchin's estate. He proceeded to tell me that during that the town had a dispute amongst itself. One side petitioning ot allow a railroad to be put through, the other against it. A sort of civil war as he put it bluntly. The Hutchins family decided to not take part in either side and remain neutral. Until the night an argument got out of hand and spewed over onto their land. Defending his property Jeremiah Hutchins was killed by the warring townsfolk. Some say purposely, othes say it was accidental. Widowed, Susanne Hutchins with child at the time of her husbands early demise took her own life out of grief. The doctor was unable to save the child. A tragedy that left the town scarred. A bit perturbed by this story I returned home and waited, sitting by the cozy fireplace, and then at exactly 3:15am I hear the voices. And to my astonishment I see three ghostly apparitions just feet away from where I sat. A mother holding her infant child, and a father, looking admiringly at the infant. They meant no harm, nor did they seem hostile. It had turned out that the Hutchins family had found peace in the afterlife and remained in their home, that we now shared.

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.
Transfiguration can be used in a number of ways during a war. In fact one could argue as it being one of the most useful weapons a witch or wizard has at their disposal. While in battle one could take a simple tree limb, transfigure it into a spear or club making themselves a weapon that could be used physically, or hurled through the air at an enemy. They could even transfigure a simple cloak into some sort of various armor, granting the wearer a significant boost in defense and protection. Perhaps one could transform a few iron bars, making a cage to trap and hold another as a prisoner, granting either side the oppurtunity to question the enemy, learn of their tactics, what they're weapons and weaknesses are. All in all Transfuguration in battle has and endless amount of possibilities, effectively granting numerous advantages for a victory.
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1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.
KIKSO

2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.
Character number:K(2)+I(9)+K(2)+S(1)+O(6)=20.so 2+0=2 [Character number=2]
Heart number:I(9)+O(6)=15.so 1+5=6 [Heart number=6]
Social number:K(2)+K(2)+S(1)=5 [Social number=5]
3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:
K is for Kind
I is for Intelligent
K is for Kool
S is for Shy
O is for Open
4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.


I found myself on this very big empty planet where it was so cold and dark and there was gravity,I felt so alone and scared and i felt i'm in danger i dont know why but i felt there was someone or something watching me,so i got out my knife and went discovering this new planet that now one has never saw before and no one has ever walked on before.
When i was walking slowly i found something that was blue and looked like some king of gel or something so i took a small piece of it and put it in a tube and closed it.Then i saw somthing else near it i was shocked,it was something that looked like a dog but it was blue with green hands and legs and it was lying there so i went to see it,and i discovered that this lue thing i found before was its blood and there was alot of it on this creature.
so i tried to go back to the space ship and i was running as fast as i could and i arrived safely inside the ship and closed the door,and i heard some sound not a human voice but some creature voice so i looked behind me and saw nothing,but when i looked up i found a yellow thing that looked like a spider but with alot of eyes and big teeth,so i tried to run but it jumped on me and it was going to bit me but i stabbed it with my knife and its blood was black so i took some of the blood in a tube and closed it and then threw the creature out of my ship and then went back to earth with the 2 samples of bloods
5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
A hippogriff is a legendary creature,it is like a horse with wings with head and claws of an eagle(half horse and half griffin).The hippogriff eats insects,birds and small mammals.
It is very fast and can fly long distances.When approaching to the hippogriff, eye contact must be made, and you must bow to the hippogriff to show good intentions. If the hippogriff bows back then it is all right to come further,if not then you better leave the hippogriff and get away from it.
Breeding hippogriffs build nests where they lay only one large and fragile egg.The baby hippogriff is ready to fly after a week,but it will take months so the baby hippogriff can fly long distances.
6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
What do you do when you find yourself in a dark place all alone and feel that someone is watching you?.That’s what happened to me,I found myself all alone in this dark place where I am surrounded by deatheaters,I don’t know where I am or how I came here I just know that I was flying on my broom and then I fell from it,I bet someone casted on me a Hurling Hex spell.
So I had no choice but to face the deatheaters and find a way to escape because I will not stand for long in front of these 10 deatheaters,so I looked around me searching for my broom, I didn’t find it,but I saw some small door behind the deatheaters and I decided to try go to this door because I felt that my broom was behind that door.
The battle begins,I casted Lumos to see exactly where I am and to see the deatheaters faces,I saw I was in a big room with only one door (the small door)and only one window very high,and the deatheaters were wearing masks so I couldn’t see their faces.One of them casted at me Avada Kedavra but I jumped and it hit another deatheater,they all went to see if he died except 2,so I casted Expelliarmus at the two and their wands flew out of their hands,then I ran to the door and tried to open it but it didn’t open so I casted Alohomora and the door opened,before I go inside the room I found a deatheater coming out of the room so I tried to run but found the other 9 were coming closer behind me.I had to do something to get my broom so I casted at the one coming out of the room Rictusempra and he started laughing so hard and couldn’t stop so I took the chance and casted Accio to get the broom and the broom came and I jumped on it but the deatheaters tried to catch me so I casted Banishing Charm at them and they were like pushed away from me.And I escaped with my broom.
7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.
I was there in a room,it was locked and I tried to open it but it didn’t so I tried to cast Alohomora but again it didn’t open.Then I knew why it wasn’t opening,I saw someone coming out of nowhere and told me this door will only open after I face him and fight him.So I accepted and started the duel,at first he didn’t give me a chance and casted at me Crucio curse that made me fall on the floor with horrible pain that lasted for 2 minutes and I felt I was dying from the pain,but when he stopped I knew I was still alive so I tried to stand up so slowly and I surprised him with the Expelliarmus spell that made his wand fall from his hand,then I took the chance and casted Langlock spell on him and he tried to open his mouth but he couldn’t talk because his tongue was glued to the top of his mouth,so he got very angry and casted at me imperio,and then I couldn’t move,I mean I couldn’t move at all but I was moving without knowing and I saw him trying to make me kill myself,he made my catch my throat with one hand and pushing on it,the air was getting less and I tried to think of something to do,with the other hand I was holding my wand so I tried to think of a spell very hard,but I couldn’t do anything and I said this is the end.What surprised me is that he let me go,I think he was giving me another chance.so I casted Levicorpus and I watched him up in the air,so I told him do you give up?and I forgot that he cannot answer me because of the langlock spell so he nodded.I casted Liberacorpus and he fell on the floor,the door opened and I told him thank you and I left.
8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.
I look into the magic crystal ball,the first thing I see is that I’ve got a lot of friends and I look very happy,then I went to college in paris,and I learn everything in music too and learn to play a lot of music instruments:guitar,piano,drums.Then I can see I made a band and started making songs,then making albums and doing concerts and I will stay forever friends with my band members,and I’ve got a lot of fans that runs after me everywhere all the time,and they keep taking pictures of me and make me sign autographs.
And oh I see i became thin and playing football.And I got married and have a great son,and I see I will always stay in hufflepuff and the hogwarts experience.
9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.
Seeker: In every team there is one seeker,the seeker should have the fastest broom,and wear gloves,the seeker doesn’t have to do anything in the game but one thing:searching for the golden snitch,and the seeker is the only member of the team who is permitted to touch the snitch.To find the golden snitch the seeker must be focused and look everywhere around him very carefully because the snitch color is gold and it is so fast so it is hard to see it,the seeker must do another thing too and that is concentrating on the seeker of the other team because the other seeker can see the snitch before him and go after it trying to catch it.When the seeker catches the golden snitch he usually wins because the golden snitch =150 points.

Keeper: In every team there is one keeper,the keeper must do one thing:protect the three goal hoops and not letting the Quaffle go in any of the three hoops.The keeper must move fast,have fast reactions,concentrate and focus on the quaffle,there is one Quaffle and the players,also he must take care not to get hit by the Bludgers because there are two bludgers,and also take care not to get injured because if the keeper gets injured and cannot play then there will be not keeper to protect the three hoops
10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.
Ash is one of the trees of the Ogham, it stands for Wisdom.Ash wood is a pure wood,usually the users of the ash wands are powerful healers .The users of the ash wand do good things with the purification of their minds, Powerful wands are the best tool of powerful wizards and witches. These finely crafted wands are approx 13- 16" in length and 1/2 to 1" wide
The Hawk feather should work well with the ash wood,Hawks are powerful animals and this power is shown in their users. Hawk feathers are rare cores,this core enables the user focus and it makes very good protection spells.This wand(ash wood and Hawk feather core)is a great wand in defence against dark arts

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.
Helga Hufflepuff was born in Germany from more than one thousand years ago,her family moved to England when she was 7,her family decided to live normal and they retired their wizard lifestyle.Helga hardly knew any magic until she was 16.Helga was about 32 when an owl from Salazar Slytherinarrived,inviting her to create wizards school with him and Godric Gryffindor,and she accepted the invitation.In the beginning Helga made her house symbol a falcon,but when she knew that Rowena Ravenclaw’s house symbol was an eagle,she made Hufflepuff’s house symbol a badger.Helga favoured loyalty,honesty,fair play and hard work.Members of her house(Hufflepuff)usually have at least one of these things.She was a close friend of Rowena Ravenclaw.She is described as (Good Hufflepuff or Sweet Hufflepuff)by the sorting hat.
12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.
A person is always afraid when he is in danger and try to do anything to defend himself.For the wizards and witches in the magic world it is easy because every witch and wizard should have a wand,this wand can help them in everything and is always with them,that’s why its easy defending themsleves,like if someone or something attacked them they just get out their wand and cast any spell they want to defend themselves,but for the muggles its very different because muggles don’t use wands,they use weapons and the weapons are not always with them and not all muggles have all kinds of weapons,so if someone or something attacked a muggle and the muggle don’t have any weapon with him he will try to run but he will not succeed,even if he has a weapon,not all weapons can save him for example:a gun have usually 6 bullets when the muggle use the gun and if he misses the target the 6 times and the bullets are finished its like having no weapon,another example:the knife it can help with one attempt to hit the target if you miss the target you cant attempt again.But for the wizards and witches they can use their wands as many times as they want so if they miss the target they can keep trying.
13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects.
Polyjuice Potion is a very important potion and very dangerous at the same time,it transforms a person to the physical form of another person(a person can take the appearance of another person).The ingredients of this potion are: A part of the person you want to take the appearance of(a hair), Knotwood, Fluxweed, Horn of bicorn, Knotgrass, Lacewing flies, Leeches and Skin of boomslang, the fluxweed has to be picked at full moon, and the lacewing flies stewed for 21 days before the potion is made.The effect lasts for an hour,but it can last more by repeating the doses.The polyjuice potion is only for humans,people who are not entirely humans cannot use it example:the half-giants.And the potion cannot be used to transform into a non-human,iftranformed into a non-human animal cannot be easily reversed
14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible.
I saw myself in a dark street where there were a lot of voices and scary sounds,I was trying to find my way home but I couldn’t I had to believe that I was lost.I was looking everywhere around me afraid that someone will come and attack me at any minute.so I went and sit next to a wall and I felt a little safe because I knew that now no one and nothing can come from behind me because there was the wall,but I was wrong.I waited like for 15 minutes then I felt something tickling me in the back,so I looked maybe it’s a bug or something but I found nothing,and again something tickles me in the same place,I looked again and found a big hairy spider on my back so I screamed as loud as I could because I hate spiders more than anything,luckily the spider was afraid of my screaming and ran away.I felt so much better after the spider ran away,but not for long.I decided to wait one more hour and then continue walking ,then again something tickles me but in my ear this time,so I looked near me and found nothing,then I heard some voice in my ear saying I know you are afraid but you are trying not to be afraid but you cant because I am here,I screamed even louder than the first time and looked everywhere around me and saw nothing.I began to think that I am becoming crazy.Then I saw it,I saw this big huge ghost,it looked like a cloud or something in the beginning but then I could see it clearly with its white skin and grey hair and white eyes,it looked like a dead person.From the shock I couldn’t scream,I couldn’t find my voice,and I couldn’t move.The ghost told me now that you see me what are you going to do?I tried to move my hand so hard with all my force and got out my wand and I had forgotten that the spells will not affect the ghost,so I thought of doing something to me intead of the ghost.I looked around me searching for something,and I found a small ball,I casted Accio and the ball came to me,the ghost said what are you going to do?Hit me with your ball?and he laughed,I told him no now you will see what I will do with it.I casted at the ball Portus and I told the ghost goodbye and then touched the ball and went back home
15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.
Transfiguration is very very important at all times,especially in a war.Transfiguration can make you change your appearance to an animal or anything else,for example:you can turn yourself into a snake and you can bite your enemies and scare them away,and if you want to run you can turn yourself into a butterfly or any small thing that your enemies cannot catch,you can also turn your enemies to animals,for example:turn your enemie to a small rat(and if you transformed yourself to a snake you can eat your enemie when it’s a rat).Transfiguration can also make you turn a statue to a living creature for example turn a rabbit statue to a real rabbit with Lapifors,and u can turn a dragon statue into a real dragon with Draconifors,and these can help a lot in the war because they can be very small and can move fast.
There are other ways to use transfigurations: Switching Spells, Conjuring Spells and Vanishing Spells.
Switching spells: you can with it transform only a part of someone or something but not the whole thing.
Vanishing spells: you can with it make something completely disappear
Conjuring spells: you can with it create objects out of nothing

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You may now move onto Level Two.

ok i'm going to answer this in installments cos last time i tried to answer the whole thing in one go i managed to delete the entire anwer before i sent it!

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.

MANDRAGORA


2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R
S T U V W X Y Z

Character number=4+1+5+4+9+1+7+6+9+1=47
= 4+7=11
=1+1
=2
Heart Number= 1+1+6+1=9
Social Number= 4+5+4+9+7+9=38
=3+8=11
=1+1
=2

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:

M is for music
A is for Amusing
N is for nice (i couldn't think of anything else)
D is for D of E!
R is for Rachel
A is for aspirations
G is for gladiator (one of best films ever!)
O is for oh my god why did i pick such a long username.
R is for real ( i hate false people)
A is for amazing

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

Having left my spaceship, i wnadered out into the most bizarre planet i had ever seen. Everything around me appeared to be edible! the trees were made entirely of cream cakes and there were little chocolate sculptures all around. deciding that they may be poisonous, i regretfully walked on. After a while of wandering though cream- tree woods, i came across a little clearing. it appeared to be a very large, open air kitchen! i noticed lots of little creatures with bat-like ears busily cooking more trees and sculptures, as well as savory foods that were obviously for dinner- they were house elves! i had found Dobby's planet! my mouth began to water at the scent of so much good food, so i went up to what was obviously the head chef to try to ask for some food. As soon as he saw me, his face split into a beaming smile as hwe asked if i would like something to east. i was soon comfortably sat at a table in ont of the oblong houses nearby, eating one of the best meals i had ever had- this was truly an amazing planet!

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.



2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R
S T U V W X Y Z

Character No.
DRAGONWEAVER
4+9+1+7+6+5+5+5+1+4+5+9
1+8+1+1+5+1
9+2+6
1+6
7

Heart No.
AOEAE
1+6+5+1+5
7+6+5
1+5
6

Social No.
DRGNWVR
4+9+7+5+5+4+9
1+1+9+9
2+1
3

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words

D is for Daring
R is for Random
A is for Alert
G is for Grateful
O is for Outstanding
N is for Nutty
W is for Wonderful
E is for Excited
A is for Adventurous
V is for Vain
E is for Energetic
Ris for Rare

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

Picture: https://2img.net/h/i193.photobucket.com/albums/z318/magkih/spaceball.gif

Yawing, I stretched my arms in the cramp space of my space ship. Suddenly, I glimpsed something hidden behind the asteroids. Rotating my ship I turned and landing on ground. I gasped when I saw the planet that I found. The ground had swirls of purple, blue and gold that seemed to be moving. Around the planet were three rings. The biggest one was the same hue as the planet’s land. The other two looked like small numbers darting across the sky. In my excitement, I didn’t notice that I hadn’t put on my oxygen helmet. As I made that discovery, I happily jotted down the coordinates of the planet and with a few clicks of my camera I slid back in the driver seat of my ship and with a few buttons I was soaring. Making a turn, I glanced back at the beautiful planet I discovered and with an eager smile on my face, I flew off towards Earth to spread the word about this magical planet.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.

Dragons are magical powerful creatures in the Wizarding World. While Muggles only believe that they are mythical creatures in books, dragons live in places in the Wizarding World like Romania, Wales and places in the mountains. There are ten different dragon species: the pearly colored Antipodean Opaleye, scarlet Chinese Fireball, green Common Welsh Green, ferocious black Hungarian Horntail, venomous Norwegian Ridgeback, copper- colored Peruvian Vipertooth, dark green Romanian Longhorn, blue Swedish Short-Snout, and the metallic Ukrainian Ironbelly. The best way to knock something as big and power as a dragon is to stun it between its eyes. As seen in the Triwizard Tournament, dragons are very protective over their eggs. Many parts of the dragon, like dragon blood and bladder are very useful in many different potions.


6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.

In battle situation the charms that can help me the most are the summoning charm (accio), the shield charm (protego), Stupefying Charm (stupefy), the silencing charm (silencio), and the supersensory charm. With the summoning charm I can summon an object to block spells from my opponent, summon a fallen wand for an ally or even summon the enemy’s wand. With the shield charm I can creates a magical barrier that will deflect hexes thrown at me by my opponent. With the stupefying charm, I can knock my opponent unconscious. With the silencing charm, I can silence my opponent so they can’t cast any more hexes or curses at me. Lastly the supersensory charm can enhance my senses so I can avoid being sneaked upon from behind.


7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.

I sneered at my opponent as a deflected another of his stunning spells with a whisper of ‘protego’. Then with a leap I leaped away from the deadly killing curse that was shot at me. Shouting ‘avis’, I conjured a flock of birds, making him flail his arms widely. Taking the distraction as a tool, I waved my wand and managed to cast ‘Expelliarmus’ right as he started the spell ‘Evanesco’ that will get rid of the birds. Just when he realized that he was wand-less, I shouted ‘stupefy’ and he fell unconscious. Sighing in relief, I said ‘Incarcerous’ which tied him with up ropes.

8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.

Gazing at the crystal ball on my desk I looked intently in it as a strange looking fog became to clear. Frowning at the image, I realized that it was a Gryffindor vs. Hufflepuff Quidditch Game. Looking more carefully at the image, I saw that I was sitting in the stands waving a yellow flag. Suddenly an excited Hufflepuff knocked into be and both of us tumbled down the stands making a domino effect with the people sitting in front of us. Wincing along with the future image of me I saw that the med-witch had bustle over and had quickly healed everyone. As the image began to fade I did a little cheer when I saw that the Hufflepuff team is going to win!

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.

Chaser - There are three Chasers on each team. They are the ones that pass the Quaffle, a red round football shaped ball, around and try to get it into the goal hoops to score for the team. A helpful charm for Chasers is the Gripping Charm – which helps the player get a better hold over the ball. Each time a quaffle is thrown through a hoop, that chaser scores their team ten points.

Seeker – There is only one seeker on each team. The seeker is usually the smallest person and fastest person on the team. The seeker’s objective is to catch the golden snitch which means the end of the game. While that may seem easy, the seeker has to search a large Quidditch field just for a small golden ball ,the snitch, while trying to avoid being hit by bludgers and blocked by the many other players. Catching the snitch is equivalent to 15 goals, and mostly likely means winning the game.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.

Yew is one species of trees that is considered a ‘wand tree’. Yew is symbolic of death and resurrection which fits because Tom Riddle (Voldemort) has a wand made of yew. It is resistant to rotting and can be found in the Forbidden Forest and the churchyard at Little Hangleton. Another ‘wand tree’ is holly. Holly is like Yew – which is symbolic of resurrection but it is known that holly has protection against: poison, lightning and witchcraft. That kind of fits because Harry has a holly wand and has experience those things and lived.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.

Helga Hufflepuff is the founder of the House Hufflepuff. Based on JKR’s website, she has red ginger hair and blue eyes. This plump founder is from Wales and is a good friend of the Ravenclaw’s founder. It is also known that Hufflepuff is agile on her food related charms. Because of her skill many recipes served at Hogwarts comes from Hufflepuff’s idea. This charming founder has her own artifact like the way Gryffindor has his sword. Helga’s artifact is a small magical golden cup with two hands with a picture of a badger, the Hufflepuff mascot, engraved on it. I believe that she choose yellow and black to be her house colors is because that she is kind to everyone and likes to help a helping hand everywhere. Therefore, she took pity on those hated bumblebees that everyone feared/hated and proudly helped them show their colors. Also bees work together and work hard symbolizing the Hufflepuff ‘motto’:

You might belong in Hufflepuff, Where they are just and loyal. Those patient Hufflepuffs are true. And unafraid of toil

12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.
In the Wizarding World, the Levitation charm or Wingardium Leviosa is a spell to levitate objects in the air. In the muggle world, things that can ‘levitate’ or lift things are like pulleys, and elevators. Pulleys can lift ramps and heavy objects for building construction and elevators can lift people to different levels of the building like in the mall. But elevators are also seen in the Wizarding World which is the lift in the telephone that is the entrance to the Ministry of Magic. Other than that there is not really a thing that is much of a lift unless you count those Muggle Pokemon cartoons…

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects.

The Draught of Living Death is a potion that makes the drinker fall into a very deep sleep thus the name ‘living death’ –while the person looks dead they are really alive. The ingredients are: asphodel in an infusion of wormwood valerian roots, sopophorous bean. It is found in SS when Snape asked Harry questions. It is also in HBP when Harry had Snape’s (the half blood prince) Potion Book. A tip about brewing it is that using the flat side of a silver dagger will squeeze more juice out of the sopophorous beans than anything else. Another tip is that a clockwise stir should be added after every seventh counter-clockwise stir. In the process of making the potion it should be deep purple but nearing the steps to complete the potion, it should turn a light shade of lilac then if it’s perfect: it will look clear as water.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible.

Stomping on another puddle, I stared grumpily at the castle wall. I had gotten kicked out of the school dance because I was hogging the food. Huffing again, my reflection agreed with me that it was the lousiest excuse to kick me out. Still a bit mad, I did not watch where I was heading, and when I looked up from the footprints I was making with my shoes, I realize I was near the Forbidden Forest. Shivering, I turned to go back to my dorm. The forest is not a good place to go during the night, especially during Halloween. As I trooped back to the castle, I felt a breeze behind me and heard a giggle. Frowning in puzzlement, I turned around and only the dark trees greeted me. Deciding it was just the wind, I continued back up the hill. Suddenly I felt a tap on my shoulder that felt like a block of ice that settled there. Whirling around, I saw that it was a ghost. Blinking in puzzlement I asked “Who are you? I’ve never saw you at Hogwart’s before.” The ghost was about five years old and was wearing a flowing dress, a tiara, and I saw a small hole on her neck and knew she had somehow died by an arrow. Giggling as me I was stupid to ask that question the ghost replied, “Of course not silly, I stay by the forest.” Glaring to show my opinion of being called silly, I said “Then who the bloody hell are you?” Doing a mock swoon she said, “Ooh, you said a bad word.” Grinding my teeth I whirled around and said “Fine, I’m leaving since you won’t answer my question anyway.” I swear I felt her roll her eyes behind my back and then cry out, “Wait, and don’t leave! My name is Princess Sophi” Narrowing my eyes I said “For real or for dress up?” She drew herself up and said, “That’s the same thing, I’m still a princess, Mommy said so.” Sighing in frustration, I rolled my eyes and walked back to Hogwarts, my dorm sounded very inviting right now. As I walked away she yelled, “Come back soon and I’ll let you be my lady-in-waiting!”

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.

Transfiguration can be used in wartime situations. For example, in OotP, when Dumbledore was dueling Voldemort, he transfigured the statue figures in the Ministry therefore animating them. The statues then can block the killing curse but a strong powerful killing curse can shatter it. Another transfiguration spell that can be useful is the Switching Spell which switches one thing for another. So in battle situation, you can switch your opponents boot for a cactus or his hair for a bush, whatever thing that can distract him or her and can give you a wide shot to defeat him or her. Another useful Transfiguration is not available for everyone but is pretty useful is to become an Animagus. If a witch or wizard is an Animagus, he or she can change into an animal, like Sirius and James Potter. Using their Animagus form, he or she can change into their form and use that to avoid spells or attack the opponent if they catch them by surprise. If becoming an Animagus is out of question, you can always transfigure an object into an animal to distract your opponent. For example, Cedric transfigure a rock into a dog to distract the dragon in the first task.

Sources: Most of my info is found on www.hp-lexicon.org

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.



2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

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A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R
S T U V W X Y Z

Character number

ELLEMANAE
5+3+3+5+4+1+5+1+5=32
3+2=5
5

Heart Number

EEAAE
5+5+1+1+5=17
1+7=8
8

Social number

LLMN

3+3+4+5=15
1+5=6
6

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:

E is for extravengant
L is for Loving
L is for Lively
E is for Energetic
M is for Mad
A is for Always there
N is for Nice
A is for Athletic
E is for Everlasting!!


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For some reason it wouldnt let me edit my post to continue so I had to double post.

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.



I couldn’t believe my eyes when I circled around an unknown planet. I had finally discovered something!. On closer inspection, though, I noticed that there was not in fact much ground on the planet, only jagged rocks. There was simply a fantastical blue colored watery surface. Being careful, we sent the probe down to check that it was not anything like acid, and were happy to report that is was as near to Earths water as it could be. Lowering ourselves down in our air tight boat, we landed softly onto the surface and looked around. It was extremely peaceful with no sign of life except some magnificent creatures gliding through the water substance, rather like Earths dolphins. I looked up and gasped. The planet had a magnificent purple moon which was so low that I felt we could practically jump onto it from this planet. Slightly further away was a smaller blue moon which shone light over the glimmering surface of the planet.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.

The unicorn is perhaps the most pure of creatures in the magical world. As an adult, the unicorn shines a pure white colour, yet the babies glisten in gold. Their skin is so pure and soft and is rounded of with the silkiest on manes you have ever seen. The most known part of the unicorn is its one magical horn in the center of its forehead. Unfortunately, this is one of the parts which holds its own magic and many of these wonderful creatures are slain for their horn. If you kill a creature this pure, though, you are doomed to live only a half life.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.

I was wondering through the forest, wand in my hand when suddenly I heard a swish of tail and felt the end of my robe burn. I quickly turned and saw the biggest dragon you could imagine. Thinking quickly, I shouted Accio Firebolt before quickly shouting Aguamenti to put out the smoldering flaming robe. Very soon after my broom arrived and I jumped onto it, just in time to avoid another blast of flame from the dragon. I flew as fast as I could away from the creature, though it was too fast for me. I had to think fast.

Avada Kedavra I shouted, yet the charm barely scraped the dragon. I knew this was because I could never mean to kill. If anything, it made the dragon more angry. Thinking again, I shouted Avis and watched as 100 birds flew from my wand and began to attack the dragon.

Now was my chance to escape. I saw a trapdoor which I knew lead back into the castle, though when I tried it, it was locked.

Alohomora I shouted and watched as it swung open. Behind me, I could hear the dragon coming towards me once again. Quickly I jumped through the trapdoor, pulling it shut behind me. I had escaped the battle


7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.

I couldn’t believe it. I was locked in a one-on-one battle with Voldemort himself. I knew I had to tap into some dark arts to defeat him.

As he shot a spell to me, I used the Backfiring spell which shot his spell right back at him. I saw ugly boils erupt over his pasty skin.

Incarcerous I shouted as thick ropes flew from my wand and bound him, yet they did not hold.

Petrificus Totalus I tried again, yet again he shielded it.

I was facing death and was scared. I had to try everything.

Crucio I shouted over and over again until suddenly it hit. I saw him writher in pain as I shouted Imperio. With him preoccupied, the spell hit head on and I was able to control him. I made him turn his own wand on himself Avada Kedavra And the last I saw was the blast of green light hitting him straight on…


8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.

As I looked into my crystal ball I could see myself standing in a calm and peaceful room surrounded by candles and quiet, soft music. I saw a name above the door. My name. It was my own business and by the looks of things, it was doing really well.

The scene changed and I was now standing in a comfortable room. There was a picture on the wall of me in a wedding dress standing next to a tall, dark and handsome man. On the floor, three young children, a boy and two girls, sat playing. One of the little girls jumped onto my lap and gave me a cuddle and called me mummy.

Again, the scene changed and I was now older and holding a baby. The girl who sat on my lap earlier was now older. She was smiling as I held the baby – my granddaughter.


9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.

Keeper
The keeper is not usually known as the most active or valuable member of the team, but their job is perhaps the second most important as they guard the three hoops and try to prevent the quaffle going through them. Keepers tend to get a lot of injuries in the more rough games of quidditch as it is important for teams to score. The goal area is their territory and they must guard it implicitly.

Seeker
The seeker is perhaps the most popular of positions and perhaps the most important. It is their job to search for the golden snitch as this, when caught, ends the game and awards their teams a great number of points. They must be careful not to catch it too soon, though, as if this happens, they could still loose the game. Often, the seeker is used as target practice for bludgers.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.

Oak Wood
Oak wood is known for its magical strength, making it a very powerful wand wood if used by the right person. Its planitory association ruler is jupiter creating a strong magical force of truth. This derives from the ancient celts who believed this wood was the protector of the trees. It is also an excellent healing wood with powers drawn from Earth itself. This wood helps center the mind, allowing it to focus on the task at hand and ignore distractions.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.

Helga Hufflepuff

Instead of writing what is known about this great founder, I wanted to look at what is now known.

Helga was brought up with three sisters, Ameretti, Gladys and Hilda. She was the eldest of the four and her sisters looked towards her for advice and comfort.

Helga had no children, though took in her sister, Hilda’s, young daughter, Millicent, when she was only three years old after her mother died.

Helga taught Millicent at home and it was through her that helped her in wanting to founder Hogwarts with the other founders.

Helga also loves yoga and actually created this relaxation technique as a way of soothing Millicent.


12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.

The muggle equivelent to 'accio' (the opening doors spell) is actually a very simple item called a key. This is usually made from metal and is created to shape and fit inside a specific lock. What is perhaps more equivelent to this spell is what is called a skeleton key, a rare key which can open all or many locks. This type of key is not usually found though does exist.

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects.

The boil cure potion is a simple potion to cure boils. It is so simple that it is taught in year one of Hogwarts. The ingredients include dried nettles, crushed snake fangs, stewed horned slugs, and porcupine quills. The porcupine quills must be added after taking the cauldron off of the heat otherwise an acid smoke is produced and may melt the cauldron and burn through anything else it touches as well as causing the opposite effect of what it is meant for if touching the skin by creating ugly red boils on the person.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible.

I was driving my car when suddenly a car hit my head on, throwing my car across the street. The next thing I knew was a bright white light shining in my eyes and my friend, who I had lost to death the summer before, standing there telling me she missed me but it was not my time to go into the light. I felt strangly calm and didnt want to leave, though next thing I knew I was laying in a hospital bed, my family around me. Out of the corner of my eye, though, I saw my friend standing by the door, smiling, before she vanished.

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.

Transfiguration can be used in many ways in a wartime situation, for the better and for the worst. For example, you may want to transfigure yourself into an inanimate object to hide from the enemy, or perhaps use the animagus transfiguration to change into perhaps a bird to both escape or be able to subtly see what is going on ahead and inform the rest of your army. You may also wish to transfigure inanimate objects into such items as guns if faced with the enemy, though saying this, if you are a witch, you would not need to use guns.


Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org
http://www.hp-lexicon.org/
http://goldentreewands.com

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
The Unicorn is possibly the most well known of all magical creatures. This is, unfortunately due to the muggle love of hunting unicorns in the dark ages before the magical community worked together to perform memory charms on muggles to make them think taht unicorns were only legendary creatures. The unicorn is one of the most appealing creatures due to itsattractive appearence and peaceful nature. Unicorns are born golden in colour, but lighten to silver and then white as they get older. Unicorn blood remains silver hroughout their lives, and is a very potent potions ingredient, although very rare as it illegal to collect blood except from unicorns which have already died. Unicorns are very shy and so are rarely seen by humans. The only herd often sighted is that of hogwarts school, where, due to careful handling and care, theunicorns have lost some of their fear of humans, although they will only permit female students to approach them.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
The most obvious charm to use against human opponants is Petrificus totalus, as this allows you to make a quick getaway. however, this curse is easily avoided by adept wizard, and so is not always useful in a duel situation. Another useful little charm is th silencing charm, as, although it doesnt harm your attacker, it does prevent them from doing too much damage to you, as many spells are not as potent unless they are said out loud. there are, again, down sides to using this charm, as you assailent may still attack you using non-verbal spells. The most effective way of combatting this is to use a memory charm, as this will cause your opponant to have no idea who they are, let alone to remember any spells which may be harmful to you.
Against non-human assailant, iot can be difficult to decide which spells to use, as many are only effective on humans. nevertheless, the impervious charm and bubble head charm are very useful when fighting water creatures, and the aguamenti charm is useful in preventing oneself form setting alight when fighting a dragon.

Well done to the following for completing this level. You can now advance onto the next level, and can check your points in the Test Completion List:

dragonweaver
Ellemenae

Level One: Magical Aptitude Test


Not just anyone can get a wand, and so your first step in discovering which wand will be yours is to complete the Magical Aptitude Test. The test is comprised of fifteen questions, each relating to a class on HE. Be as detailed as possible!

Housepoints on completion: 150

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.

HerbaceousTraitorous



2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R
S T U V W X Y Z

HerbaceousTraitorous Character Number:
8+5+9+2+1+3+5+6+3+1+2+9+1+9+2+6+9+6+3+1=91
9+1=10
1+0=1

HerbaceousTraitorous Heart Number:
5+1+5+6+3+1++9+6+6+3=45
4+5=9

HerbaceousTraitorous Social Number:
8+9+2+3+1+2+9+2+9+1=46
4+6=10
1+0=1

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words, for example:

H: Honest
E: Energy
R: Range
B: Brilliant
A: Aware
C: Calm
E: Ernest
O: Outrageous
U: United
S: Strength
T: Time
R: Radiant
A: Angst
I: Ingenious
T: Talent
O: Openness
R: Ravishing
O: Order
U: Universal
S: Stationary

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.



Who knew I would be the first to land of the burning planet called Satana. This planet was the first to be discovered by me and my team of astronomers. And now several years later after years of preparation, here we are on Satana. No one thought it would be possible and now staring out into the distance I could see why.

The ground was covered in what looked like past magma, or possibly really bad ashes. There might have been civilization due to a few souvenirs that were placed along the planet. The air is thick and cloudy. Smoke would easily fill our lung and burst into flames.

The burning sensation was now full force and our safety uniforms are feeling the heat. We won’t be able to stay here long, but long enough to make history. As we walk around this planet were we are able to see what looks like a possible creature. Unaware to the creature that we have landed here, and it continues to roam around. Its body looks like that of a lizard and its head is shaped like a dragon. I’m unsure if this creature would enjoy us for dinner, and we don’t plan to find out.

As we take our last pictures of this memorable moment, as the ground becomes like a steam as we lift off into the air.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
The Phoenix, the fabled bird that lives forever and sets itself on fire every 500 hundred to 1,461 years was first told of by the ancient Greeks. This creature is supposed live near a well in Arabia and every day Helios, the Sun God, stopped here to hear the Phoenix sing, for it has a lovely voice.
When the Phoenix burns itself, it builds a pyre of sweet smelling wood. After the flames died down, a new Phoenix is born from the ashes. It then flies to the Egyptian city of Heliopolis, where it lays an egg on an alter to the sun god. Only one Phoenix ever exists.
The Phoenix is not feared as much as it is praised. The Phoenix is usually show after a bad event. For example, After a storm they are known to be seen.
6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
Accio: Would be a great spell to use in any battle. When a time comes and you need something in a hurry, it would be a great idea to learn this spell. Let’s say you are battling someone and you lose your wand. You can shout ACCIO WAND. And hopefully if you practiced you should get your wand back.

Deprimo: I would use this spell incase something has happened where Ive been trapped someplace, such as a jail cell or building. This spell would knock any wall down to appoint were I could safely get away.

Disillusionment Charm: This is one of the best spells ever created. If you had something in which you wish for no one else to see. This would be something in which you would cast for the opponent couldn’t be able to see it. Then when they least expect it, *bang*. Your secret weapon is amazingly there.

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.

::Herby entered the dueling arena feeling a bit tired from her night of practice. Surely she’s practice enough to have made Hermione proud.::

::This duel was against her darkest opponent and there was no way in which she was going to lose. Sweat started pouring down her face as round 2 continued. Yesterdays first round didn’t go as planed but surely this one would go exceptionally better.::

::Stealthy stood across from her, smirking a bit.::

“Still trying to get those leaches off your skin.” ::He screeched.

:: Herby glared and sighed at the same time. She knew that she should have blocked it but was distracted by this gorgeous body. The way his cloak shaped him perfectly and how he wore his Slytherin colors proudly on his chest.::

Mmmm ::Herby thought silently.::

::Smacking herself, Herby drew her wand at the ready point. She waited for about 2 seconds before she yelled…::

“Aguamenti!!” ::A huge jet of clear water fountained from Herbys wand.::

:: Herby knew Stealthy wouldn’t be able to disarm this charm as it was only learned by sixth years and up. With a smile of satisfaction Herby watched as Stealthy became a soaking wet noodle.::

:: Herby was quick on her feet and blocked a anti-gravity mist spell that Stealthy thought would be creative. To her surprise she remembered how to disarm this spell. Who knew practicing all night would finally pay off.::

Well done to Herbaceoustraitorous for completing this level. You can now advance onto the next level, and can check your points in the Test Completion List.

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

I have just landed on a strange new planet, I am sure no other Human has been on before. However, I do not think that I am alone. For miles to my right, there are forests, lush with vegitation. To my left, there is a crop, freshly tilled. The ground is wet and squishy, as if It has just rained. I treck on farther, and finally decide to take my oxygen tank off for a second, to see if you can breathe. To my delight, I can, and the air seems to taste like cotton candy, and rain. I keep walking, and soon come to a tiny village. It was like a blast from the past! Everyone seemes to be in the 1800's, so elegant and proud. Overhead, the sun was shining, just as bright as the one on earth, but less of a nussiance. The clouds were so big, bushy and beautiful. The temperature was absolutely PERFECT too! Not too hot, and not too cold. I explored the planet all day, meeting some friendly... humans isnt the right word, as they wernt that human like. I will name them Elaunhummanos. The sun is setting now, and I must conclude for the night. I will be sure to write again, and mabey stay for a while on this beautiful planet.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
The magical creature that I choose is one that many might not have heard of often. The creatures name is a Lethifold, also known as the living shroud. A lethifold is a rare creature, found only in tropical climates. That, is a good thing. Lethifolds are deadly, and will eat you alive, if given the chance. A Lethifold resembles a cloak, a half inch thick, thicker if it has recetly eaten. It glides around at night, attacking wizards as they sleep. The earliest account of a Lethifold attack is written by Flavius Belby, who is one of the few fortunate to survive an attack by this scary creature.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
In a battle situation, I would use a number of spells to help me out. First off, i would disarm my oppent, if posible. If not possible, then other helpful charms would be protego (sheild charm) accio (summoning charm), and mabey percifitus totalus (body bind's your opponent). Protego would be useful when my opponent was shooting hexes and jinxes at me. Accio could be used to summon a broom, or a weapon if needed. Percifitus Totalus would stop my opponent. Alhomora would be another usefulone, if locked in a room in a situation I would not be winning. Lastly, Argumenti ould work if my opponent took fancy to setting ym robes on fire in battle.

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.
There I was, standing there facing my opponent, Bellatrix Lestrange. She stared me down, welcoming me to make the first move. "I will NOT stoop down to your level" I shouted. This angered her, and she shouted "Cruico!" I screamed with pain, and when It stoped, I shouted "Incarcerous" She did not move for a couple of seconds, as the ropes bound her tighter, then suddenly, they flung off, and she shouted "Crucio" again. I ducked, this time, it hit the wall and shattered the mirror behind me. "Percifitus Totalus" This was my last chance. I saw her try and move out of the way, then I saw her body bind, and she thumped to the floor, just as the Minstry walked in.


Sorry, I have been really busy. I hope to finish it all next time!!!!

AG - Wand Examination - Level 1 - Magical Aptitude

1. Write Site Username in Runes.



= AG

2. Sorry update later.

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.



2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.

Character Number: My character number is 3
1+1+4+1+5+2+8+1+7+9+1+5+7+5+9= 66; 6+6= 12; 1+2= 3

Heart Number: My heart number is 9
1+1+1+1+5= 9

Social Number: My social number is 3
1+4+5+2+8+7+9+5+7+9= 57; 5+7= 12; 1+2= 3

3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words.

S is for silly
A is for artistic
M is for musical
A is for athletic
N is for nice
T is for trustworthy
H is for happy
A is for American

G is for glad to be taking this test
R is for respectful
A is for appropriate
N is for nifty
G is for good
E is for empathetic
R is for rambunctious

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.

As I approach this strange new world, I can’t help but notice how strikingly beautiful it is. My ship descends through the purple outer rings. I note the different shades of purple that the rocks within the rings hold as I descend. The planet appears to be constantly stormy until I break through the atmosphere and see that in reality the sky is just multi-colored. “How magnificent!” I exclaim. As I near the ground, I take note of the beautiful blue mountains and the many lakes. “Oh, their water is lavender in color,” I say as I notice that the foliage is also more viney than at home. As I prepare to land on a beautiful beach I glance as the atmospheric readings on my computer. Noting that the air here is breathable, if not a bit more oxygenated than back home, I prepare to step outside. Upon placing foot on the beach, I notice that the sand is bright green and very fine, like powder, but still hard enough to walk on. As the lavender waves break on the green shore I look around for any signs of wildlife. Overhead I hear a sound and look up to see magnificent birds that look like a cross between a peacock and a parrot. Remembering that I forgot my camera inside my ship, I run back in to get it, excited at what I might find.



5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
Unicorns are powerfully magical creatures that have fascinated me since childhood. When fully grown, they look like pure white horses with one silver spiral horn on their forehead. In the early stages of their childhood they are gold in color and when they are about two years old they turn silver. The horns come in at around four years of age and at seven they are fully grown and finally pure white in color. Their hooves are golden in color and their mane and tail are also pure white. Unicorn tail hair is one of the properties used for wand cores and as an ingredient in certain potions. Their hair is also immensely strong. Unicorn blood is silvery blue in color and is known to, if ingested, keep a person alive no matter how near death. However, someone who drinks the blood of a unicorn will have a cursed life for slaying something so pure and innocent. They are also very fast and not easy to catch, but when around humans, prefer the touch of a woman rather than of a man.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
“Lumos,” I whispered as I glanced around in the permeating darkness of the forest. My wand now illuminated, I could see a foot protruding from behind a tree to my left. “Nox” I whispered to put out my wand light as I dove behind a tree to escape the spell that had been fired at me. As I slowly backed away from my foe, I whispered “Protego.” With a shield now between him and I, I felt much safer. Noticing wand light a couple of yards in front of me, I quickly said “Impedimentia” and saw my spell hit it’s target, who immediately slowed down. “Accio broom!” I yelled with all my might and as I waited for my broom I quickly dodged behind a tree as a bolt of light shot past my head. “Stupefy!” I yelled at the direction I knew my foe was standing. Apparently whomever I am fighting is not very good, because I hear him go down. Glancing around the tree I once again say “Lumos,” and by my wand light I can see that I have hit him at last. “Amateurs” I say as I glance down. And then “petrificus totallus” to paralyze him. I hear my broom whistling through the trees, and as I mount it, glance down at my would-be attacker. “Better luck next time, you need some major practice at being sneaky.”

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.
Slowly, like jungle cats, my foe and I began to circle one another. My senses were tuned to his every movement and I could feel the excitement in the air. I remained the essence of calm, let him make the first move, see what he’s made of. He quickly raises his wand and before he has even said a complete word, “Protego” I thought and my shield charm protected me. So he hasn’t mastered non verbal spells as I have. That will only work to my advantage. I don’t want to end this too quickly, let him think he actually has a shot at winning, make him feel good about himself. I shoot an impediment jinx at him to test him. Ah, he does know non verbal spells, he repelled the jinx without words. Good, now this is a fair fight. Jet of light begin to fly everywhere, as I shoot impediment and full body bind curses, he repels things around the room at me. I blast the objects away with confringo and use shield charms. I am quite proud of my shield charm. Finally I deftly maneuver around a curse, and in the split second that he takes to regain composure, think “stupefy” and hit him with a well place stunning spell. With a shocked expression, he goes down, and I am victorious.

8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.
I skeptically gazed into the swirling purple haze inside of my crystal ball. I have never been very good at Divination and never quite got the hang of gazing into mist and seeing the future. Usually it just looks like we will be having a lot of fog. I try to clear my mind, however, and keep it as open as possible and I focus all of my attention on the ball in front of me. To my surprise I actually think I see something! I concentrate harder and I see a long room with five long tables. There seems to be people in the room, though I can’t make out who they are. As the haze clears a bit more I see that it is the great hall during dinner and I giggle as I look toward the Gryffindor table where I can see myself with a full plate in front of me chewing away happily. “Oh great job” I think as my stomach growls. “I was hungry, and saw myself eating, great future predicting Sammie.”

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.
The Seeker’s job is to catch the Golden Snitch. The Golden Snitch is a tiny golden ball that is very fast and hard to catch. The Seeker who catches it wins their team 150 points and ends the game. Seekers must be very good fliers and are generally smaller than the other players. The Wronski Feint is a very effective Seeker move, but it is very dangerous and only a very talented flier should attempt it. In this move, the Seeker is trying to fake out the opposing team’s Seeker by pretending to see the snitch. He flies very quickly towards the ground, luring the other Seeker to beat him to the snitch, and in the last minute pulls out of the dive. The point of this move is to pull out of the dive only at the last minute, causing the other Seeker to crash into the ground.
Beaters are the two players on a Quidditch team whose job it is to protect their own teammates from the bludgers, really hard balls that fly around trying to hit people, while, at the same time, hitting them at the other team. There are many different tricks and methods to bludger beating. The bludger backbeat is a way to hit the ball backwards, witch is difficult but effective at surprising your opponent. The dopplebeater defence is a little nasty, but very effective. It is when both beaters hit the same bludger at the same time, making it rocket twice as fast at an opponent.


10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.
Ivy symbolizes determination, strength, love, fidelity and optimism and it is known to cling and bind well. It can be known to strangle trees and it is a symbol of spiritual growth because it grows in a spiral. It is very uncommon as a wand wood because it is difficult to harvest a thick enough piece. It is a masculine wood that is associated with the butterfly and known to be deceptively strong. It’s ruling deity is Guinevere. It is supposed to be the best at defensive spells. It is also associated with wisdom. Witches and wizards with Ivy wands are supposed to be even tempered, constant, easy going, whimsical, and don’t generally take sides in a dispute unless their own personal beliefs are threatened.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.
Godric Gryffindor is from a moor in the west of England that is now known as Godric’s Hollow. It is also where Harry Potter is from and where Dumbledore lived for a while with his family. He is one of the four founders of Hogwarts and believed that anyone who showed magical ability should be allowed into Hogwarts and fought for muggle rights. He prized students for his house that were daring, brave, and strong of heart. The sorting hat is one of his gifts to the school. He left it there to sort students into the four houses after the founders were gone. The only known relic of Gryffindor’s (other than the sorting hat) is his goblin made, ruby hilted sword. Only a true Gryffindor can pull the sword out of the sorting hat. The sword can also become infused with the powers of those whom it had slain. He was known to be the most accomplished dueler of his time. His house colors are gold and red and the symbol is a lion.

12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.
The wizarding world and the muggle world have very different forms of public transportation. In the wizarding world, to transport many people at once, they have port keys (inanimate objects that have been bewitched to instantly transport you somewhere) and the knight bus. They have other systems also, such as the floo network and magic carpets, but port keys and the knight bus are the main mass transit. In the muggle world we have airplanes, busses, and subways to transport large groups of people at once. The muggle way takes significantly longer. A wizard can call the knight bus instantly to him by holding out their wand arm. And in all forms are traveling by magic, which is obviously faster. A muggle must physically walk to the bus station and deal with traffic and traffic signals. The knight bus can weave around traffic and pop in and out of places, and the floo network and port keys are practically instantaneous. Besides all of which, most of age wizards can apparate (appear in and out of places at will). Muggles have to rely on their own legs or machines (buses, cars) to get anywhere.

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects.
Polyjuice Potion can transform one person into another. It is not to be used for animal transformations, and if that happens it takes a skilled healer to rectify the situation. The ingredients are: lacewing flies stewed for 21 days, leeches, powdered bicorn horn, knotgrass, fluxweed that is picked at the full moon, shredded boomslang skin, and part of whoever you want to turn into (hair is the easiest). One dose will cause you to become a person for one hour, and multiple doses can be taken to extend the transformation. The recipe for this potion is found in the book Moste Potente Potions, which can be found in the restricted section of the Hogwarts library. The potion is so complex it works to change voice, age, gender, loss of limb, eyesight, etc. After the last ingredient (part of whoever you are turning into) is added, the potion changes colors and flavors depending on who it is. The transformation is painful and the only way to tell the difference between the real person and the one who had taken polyjuice potion is their personality. For example, think of a question to ask them that only the real person would know.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible.
The sun shimmered in through the stone windows as I walked down the hall to my transfiguration class. “It is so beautiful today” I thought as a walked along. I always wanted to live in a castle. I giggled at the many moving portraits as I walked along, saying hello to friends I saw. Suddenly my skin started to tingle and the air around me felt thin. I slowed down, wondering what was going on, and suddenly I began to shiver as the air around me felt freezing cold. I saw what looked like a cloud pass through me and as I looked up, saw someone moving slowly away. “Nick!” I shouted, “Can’t you look where you’re going!” As I watched him float away, I shuddered. I’ve never had a ghost pass through me before, it is not a pleasant experience.

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation.
Transfiguration can be very useful in times of war. In Deathly Hallows, McGonagall makes the suits of armor move to help them fight. You could use it to make inanimate objects move, or to turn rocks or sticks or whatever you have on hand into a more useful weapon, like a sword. You could transfigure a rock into an animal to make a diversion. If you are good an human transformation you could sneak up on a foe and turn them into something like a stick to bury. If you are an animagus (you can turn yourself into an animal) it would be easy to run, or if you are something fierce like a tiger, fight. You could turn one animal, like a toad, into a more scary animal to attack your foe. If one is very skilled it would be easy to use transfiguration to turn things into armor or weapons. Even if you aren’t very good at it you could use simple spells to help you. For example, you could make things disappear to move them out of your way, or conjure something out of thin air to use as a weapon.

Well done to the following for completing level one. You will find your points in the Test Completion List Thread:

Polly
Samantha Granger

You may both now advance to level two.

Everyone else, please read the following announcement: http://hogwarts-experience.heavenforum.org/Wand-Examinations-f143/Important-Notice-Regarding-Level-One-PLEASE-READ-t7362.htm

Only post your answers once you have completed all the questions!

Marie



Note that there is no C in the Elder Futhark Runes and so I could not include it for my site username.







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Character Number

MARIEC
4 + 1 + 9 + 9 + 5 + 3 = 31
3 + 1 = 4

The number four in Arithmancy means stability, firmness. Someone who will get this number as their character number are practical, reliable and down to earth people who enjoy hard work. Good at organization and getting things done, they prefer logic and reason to flights of fancy. However, they are also predictable people, as well as stubborn, suspicious, overly practical and prone to angry outbursts.


Heart Number

AIE
1 + 9 + 5 = 15
1 + 5 = 6

In Arithmancy, the number six represents harmony, friendship and family. People who get this number as their heart number are loyal, reliable and loving people. Able to adapt easily, they are people who do well in arts and teaching though are often unsuccessful in business. They are also prone to gossip and complacency.


Social Number

RC
9 + 3 = 12
1 + 2 = 3

The number three represents the idea of completeness or wholeness in Arithmancy, for example the threesomes past-present-future and mind-body-spirit. People with a three as their social number have talent, energy, an artistic nature, humour and social ease. Often lucky, easygoing and successful, they can also be unfocused, easily offended and superficial.








M is for Marvellous
A is for Astounding
R is for Rumbustious
I is for Irreplaceable
E is for Extraordinary
C is for Compassionate









The first thing that striked me about this planet was its appearance. Obviously, it was round and enormous next to my tiny space ship – a great, massive celestial object floating in the Universe, surrounded by bright flashing stars. Of course, those facts, which are simple facts when referring to a planet, still amazed me like always. Finding yourself next to something this incredible cannot leave you emotionless. But no, those things, no matter how fascinating they are, are not what caught my attention.

A purple planet. Obviously, all planets have colours – the bright orange of Mercury, the pale delicate yellow of Venus, the glaring red of Mars, the amazingly beautiful blue of Uranus… but no matter how gorgeous all those planets are, it was the very first time I had seen a purple planet. I was wondering if anybody else had found this one before me, and if there were other planets of these shades anywhere else in the Universe.

The appearance of softness I could see from far away was the same as I landed on the smooth surface. It seemed as though I would not even be able to stand without slipping, as though the whole planet was covered with a thin layer of sparkling ice or glossy glass. When I set a foot on it, however, I was proved wrong – my feet sunk in the ground as though it was liquid mud, thick though it didn’t make my movements hard. The gravity seemed to be nearly the same as it was on Earth, as I did not feel lighter or heavier than I was used to. The purple colour had not faded as I had gotten closer to it. It was still as deep as earlier, so pretty that I could not stop myself from looking at the ground as I walked around, hardly even noticing my surroundings. When I did, however, a slight gasp escaped my lips, my eyes widening at the sight before me. No matter how often I discovered and saw new things, they never ceased to amaze and move me. And it seemed that the colour of the planet was reflecting itself all around – the sky was a dark purple, but strangely warm. The stars shined brighter than usual, a pale shade of lilac. The moon, smaller than ours but closer by much, looked gigantic and bright, practically fuchsia. I couldn’t quite figure what I had found here, but it was obviously some kind of purple galaxy.

Just before I left, I bent down to pick up a small rock, purple as well, and put it in a tiny bag which I brought with me, wanting to share my experience in a better way. But after I left the Galaxy, I looked into the bag and found nothing but a greyish coloured dust. This mysterious planet was, after all, to remain a mystery.











One of the most known and fascinating magical creatures in the world are Dragons. Known merely as mythological creatures by Muggles, which is a credit to the many Ministries of Magic all over the world who constantly work hard to keep those gigantic beasts hidden, witches and wizards know them best as the terrifying and wonderful flying and fire-breathing creatures that they really are. Many witches and wizards work just as hard as the Ministries every day as dragon keepers, their job being to stay with the dragons and watch them, making sure everything is under control. Charlie Weasley, for example, is a dragon keeper in Romania.

Most dragons are typically found in the mountains habitat, but there are a few exception to the rule, namely the Antipodean Opaleye. They are wild creatures and, even though some wizards might not agree to this (like Hagrid, for example), it is impossible to domesticate them. Dragon breeding was actually outlawed in 1709 by the Warlock’s Convention. Dragons parts are also often used to make useful materials, some of which are used in school. Dragon blood, for example, have twelve practical use, all of which have been found by Albus Dumbledore – the twelfth use is as an oven cleaner. An inflated dragon bladder could be used in the ancient game of Stichstock while dragon heartstrings are used as certain wands’ magical core substance. Dragon skin, or dragon hide, is particularly used in the making of clothes, where Muggles would use leather instead. It is especially used to make gloves, boots, jackets and shields, and often intended to double as protective gear – the Swedish Short-Snout’s skin is very much sought after. Some dragon parts are also used in the making of potions – powdered horns, liver (which is sold 16 sickles an ounce in Diagon Alley) and eggshells (namely Chinese Fireball’s eggshell which is especially prized) are used as potions ingredients. There is even an use that can be found to dragon dung, as compost.

Around the world, there are in total ten breeds of dragons that can be found. Antipodean Opaleye are medium sized dragons that are native to Australia and New-Zealand. Unlike most dragons that live in mountains, they can be found in valleys. Feeding on sheeps, these dragons have iridescent and pearly scales, with glittering and multicoloured eyes – they have no pupils. Their eggs are of a pale grey colour, and their flames are described as a vivid shade of red. Chinese Fireball, as their name indicates, are native to China. With their protruding eyes and scarlet appearance, with a fringe of golden spikes around their face, these dragon have a particularity – they are liondragons. They flames are mushroom shaped, and their eggs are a vivid scarlet with specks of gold. They feed of pigs and – unluckily for us – humans. Native to Wales, Common Welsh Green dragons are green coloured (obviously) beasts that nest in higher mountains. With flames coming out as narrow jets and earthly brown eggs speckled with green, they feed on sheeps, which is not overly surprising considering their habitat. Hebridean Black dragons, which are native to Hebrides Islands, reach a length of thirty feet. They feed on deer and are easily recognizable with their dark, rough scales that ridges along their back, spiked tails and bright purple eyes. Hungarian Horntail dragons are described as vicious with their yowling, screeching scream. Up to fifty feet tall, they have black scales, bronze horns and a spiked tail, along with yellow eyes and vertical pupils. Native to Hungary, their eggs are cement-coloured with a very hard shell. They feed on goats, sheeps and, once again, humans. Norwegian Ridgeback, which are native to Norway, are dark coloured dragons with their black scales, bronze horns and black ridges on their back. Their eggs are also black, and they feed on any large mammal, including water animals. They also have a particularity – they have venomous fangs. Peruvian Vipertooth dragons are easily among the smallest, going up to only fifteen feet. With smooth and copper coloured skin and short horns, these dragons also have venomous fangs and feed on goats, cows, and especially humans. Romanian Longhorn, native to Romania (possibly the province of Transylvania in particular), are dark green coloured dragons with long, glittering golden horns. Native to Sweden, Swedish Short-Snout dragons can be found in wild, uninhabited mountains areas. They are of a silvery-blue colour, and their flames are of a brilliant blue. Finally, the Ukrainian Ironbelly dragons, native to Ukraine, are the largest kind of dragons found, reaching up to six tons. They are of a metallic grey colour, with deep red coloured eyes.







I can hear them whispering behind my back. There is no chance, we have failed. They will beat us. I shake my head, unable to admit what they clearly feel. We are not defeated until they defeat us, but frankly I could use the moral support. I rack my brains, trying to think of every defensive spells I have ever learned. Maybe I should have listened more carefully to the tiny squeaky professor in class, but now is not the time to dwell on that. For now, we must fight. Win and survive, go back home safely. Alive.

I looked around us frantically, trying to find anything that could save us, but the enemy is coming, and even though we are even in number, they are much stronger. My eyes suddenly fall on a gathering of medium sized rocks and I point my wands at them, screaming with desperation: “Engorgio!” I watch as the rocks grow noticeably, blocking us from view, scattering the path that leads to where we are. It will not stop them, but it should slow them considerably. I then turned to my allies, who were looking at the newly made barrier with wide eyes, and I hoped that it would renew their motivation. Walking swiftly between all of them, I tapped the top of their head lightly with the tip of my wand, casting a Disillusionment Charm on each of them, managing to make them practically disappear completely. After casting the same spell on myself, I turned back to the rocks, I pointed my wand at them once more. “Protego!” I yelled, sighing as the shield appeared around us.

“Everybody back to their positions now!” I screamed almost hysterically to the small group that had gathered together after a while, sharing their fears and pessimism. I forced my breathing to return to normal as I heard their rushed footsteps around me and then pointed my wand to the sky. “Prohibido aparición,” (‘Apparition forbidden’ in Spanish) I said, my voice almost breaking from all the yelling I’d done until now. Finally, I pointed my wand to the ground and whispered “темнота” (‘Darkness’ in Russian). I watched solemnly as a dark fog rose from the ground, surrounding us in darkness, making it impossible to see what was ahead and what was coming. I gripped to my wand firmly, holding it high before me, clinging to the last remnants of hope that inhabited me. “Let them come. I’m ready.”

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I stared curiously at the dark figure standing in front of me. The black cloak covered my opponent’s body in such a fashion that I couldn’t even say whether it was a boy or a girl that I was fighting, but it meant good in some way – not knowing what my opponent looked like meant I would by no means underestimate them. We’d been looking at each other for quite a while now, without moving either bodies or wands, simply staring, daring the other one to make the first move. I was growing quite weary by all this stillness, not used to it at all. In the previous duels I’d been involved in, there had been so many actions in so little time that it hardly gave time to think, and I now realized it was much better that way ; acting on instincts didn’t give you time to second guess yourself.

After what seemed like hours, my opponent finally sprang at me, his wand pointing straight at my face as he yelled a spell in an unknown language, and soon jets of bright purple light came spiralling toward me. Quickly, I ducked the first few, dropping to the ground flat on my stomach and pointing my wand in front of me, screaming “Protego!”. Instantly, a barrier appeared in front of me and the last few lights of the spells rebounded on it, forcing my opponent to dodge its own curse. Knowing my own protective spell would not last long, I hastily pointed the wand at myself to cast a disillusionment spell, feeling a shiver running through my body as I almost disappeared from view – I still had to work on it but it would do for now. However, my opponent was ready and waiting for the protective spell to end for as soon as the barrier disappeared, he started firing new curses around until a blast of red light hit me squarely in the stomach, blood dripping from the large gash. Groaning in rage, I looked up and pointed my wand at the black form, yelling “глаза огня” (‘Eyes of fire’ in Russian) and quickly casting a healing charm on my wound while my opponent clutched to his face in pain, feeling the burning pain that the spell caused in the eyes.

As I looked down, I realized the disillusionment spell had stopped and I had become visible again. I looked back up, clutching to my wand firmly, just as my opponent did the same, the last effects of my curse apparently gone. He seemed to be shaking with rage, and as his fingers tightened around his wand, I waited for what was to come next, ready to defend myself as good as I could.







As I glance into the crystal ball before me, trying to see my future, all that I can see are strange forms twirling at an incredible speed, making it impossible to recognize anything. The spinning keeps increasing and nothing is visible except for a blinding white light until, suddenly, it stops, focusing on one clear and precise image. It is a heart, and I assume it is mine. Slowly, the image duplicates itself and soon I see two hearts, side by side. One of them is bruised and scarred so badly that it makes me shudder, but the other is clean and healthy, faintly glowing; as the image focus on the second heart, I understand that there is hope for my future.

The image fade and another appear, less clear than the previous one – I can still recognize, however, that it is a flag. It is not though the flag I am used to see – the flag of my country. But the colours are faint and the lines blurred, too much for me to figure out which country it belongs to. I still try to interpret its meaning, and I suppose that maybe my future will bring me to a place that I do not know.

Again, the image starts to fade, but the one that takes its place is simply too dark and small for me to see what it is. It soon disappears and changes into something else, still too small, and again, and again, until the images start twirling once more, faster than before, and strangely it seems to me that those images have a clearer meaning than those I could see – it tells me that there are many things still uncertain in my future as what happens to us depends on what we choose and I have not yet made enough decisions for my future to be completely defined.

One last time, the twirling images disappear and I see myself into the crystal ball, smiling brightly, my eyes practically shining, and I understand that no matter what, I will find happiness at some point in my future. The image then fades and the crystal ball fills itself with fog once more. My reading is complete.







Chaser: In a Quidditch team, there are usually three chasers on the pitch during a game. Their role, though perhaps not as glorified as the seeker’s, is still one of the most important as they are the one who scores the points. They fly around the pitch, tossing a big dark red ball at each other (the Quaffle) and stealing it away from the other team when they are in possession of it, throwing it through the three goal posts at the end of the pitch to gain ten points every time it goes through. The best way of playing as a Chaser is most definitely working with your team mates. They are as important as yourself on the pitch and without them, there is no succeeding. Speed is also important, to be able to stay ahead of the opponents, as well as strategy and quick thinking. Sometimes very little time is given to think of what to do with the Quaffle, but it is important to do it carefully.

Seeker: The Seeker position is by far the most important on the team, as it often determines which team is the winner. It is also the player who ends the game. The Seeker’s role is to fly around the pitch, looking for a tiny golden ball with silver wings, the Snitch, which goes around at an incredible speed and so is very hard to see, and catch. Yet, that is exactly what the seeker must do to end the game and win a hundred and fifty points for his team. A Seeker must be fast, observant and able to retreat in its own head in order to do its job correctly – if he is easily distracted by the crowd and other players, it is likely that the catching of the Snitch will be harder. The Seeker must concentrate on his own task and the Snitch only, and let the other players do their job – he mustn’t mind the Bludgers or Quaffle, these are for the other players to take care of.







Walnut wood, more precisely Black Walnut wood, is a type of wood that origins from North America and Europe, associated with the Moon and Saturn in planetary association. Earthly and spiritual, both masculine and feminine, the Walnut wood has introspective characteristics, though not in a way of imaginative and fanciful thoughts, but it is actually made for those who seek their own personal energy, the ‘here and now’ of their existence. Good for blocking out emotional energy, it is the perfect type of wood for those who want to focus on the task at hand. Also associated to intuition, it is made to help a person to grow spiritually and heal themselves from within. Quiet, unassuming and yet strong, it helps a person to keep in touch with themselves.







Helga Hufflepuff had always been a small, sweet thing from the moment of her birth til the day of her death. She was born with the sunrise and everybody later said that it was the brightness and joyfulness of the sun that had brought her into the word. Fair and pale with long blonde hair and bright blue eyes, she was filled with dreams and fancies, her head in the clouds though her feet still firm on the ground. Most everybody loved her, which was a good thing as she herself loved everyone and anyone that came her way, with her ability to see past the first impressions and see the beauty in all people. It was only when she turned ten years old that her parents told her about her blood supremacy, her true identity – despite her fright of her real nature (not the magic in her itself, mostly the threats that were made to wizards and witches in those years), she remained optimistic and hopeful that someday she would be able to reveal herself to the world as she was.

A few days after she’d turned eighteen years old, a group of three young people came walking through the small village in which she lived. She was the first to welcome them, and instantly took a great interest to them. The lady, tall and slender with her dark hair and eyes, looked around at the world with an air of wisdom on her pale features, the intelligence within her soul easy to read in her eyes. The man that always stood next to her, as tall and dark though much more sullen, was obviously issued from a line of nobility, his eyes shining with slyness. And the last of the group, who in fact came first wherever they went, was a large bold looking man that reminded of a lion with his long red beard and hair, courage showing in every feature of his body. Rowena Ravenclaw, Salazar Slytherin and Godric Gryffindor. After one single look at those strangers, Helga knew instinctively that her fate would be connected to theirs. Soon after their first meeting, it was revealed that the three young people were also witches and wizards, travelling the world to find others like themselves. Without a second thought, Helga joined them in their endeavour, leaving her home and family to cross along Britain.

After a few years only, the four realized that finding witches and wizards was not the only thing they needed to do – they had to show them how to use their powers, to convince them that there were other ways of living than simply hiding who they were. After many thoughts and ideas, an illumination came to the four – to build a school where they could instruct youngster, show them the way of their life. The plans were made and the building of the school took more time than would have been thought, but soon the letters were sent all across the United Kingdom, to ask young witches and wizards to come and learn. It had been decided, after many arguments, that all would be invited – though Salazar wanted to limit them to pure-blooded students, Rowena searched only the wisest and Godric, the bravest, Helga decided that she would teach all that would come to her, and the decision was made.

The first school year ever started, followed by many others in peace and harmony. One day that she was walking out of the school’s border, Helga came across a young man, a Muggle, who she instantly fell in love with. The feeling being mutual, they met secretly for a few months before he proposed to her, pleading her to elope with him as he knew who she really was and what their respective friends and family’s reactions would be. Helga could not bring herself to betray her friends and wanted to remain loyal to her, but it was her friends who, in some way, made the decision for her. Rowena adviced her to follow her heart and Godric told her to have the strength to do what she wished for. As for Salazar, as soon as he learned of it, he quickly turned against her, considering her a traitor for falling in love with a Muggle. Helga left quickly after the long and painful fight with Salazar and went to live with her husband, never again hearing from Hogwarts or the three other founders.







One charm in the wizarding world causes witches and wizards to call items to them without having to move at all. It is called a Summoning charm, more commonly known as ‘Accio’. Though it would be hard for any Muggle to try and call for the item and have it actually come to them, there is one way that resembles the ‘Accio’ spell. It is simple, and very easy. Replace the wand by a phone and sit said muggle in front of a television, opening it to the advertisements channel. Clothes, jewelry, furniture, home appliances, cars, even houses – everything you would dream of ever having! All you need to do is press a phone number, give your credit card number and the item of your choice will be delivered on your door step without the bother of having to shop in those exhausting places called Malls. Isn’t it fantastic? There are a few variations of this phenomenon – for one thing, muggles sometimes use books called catalogues, in which a wide selection of items can be found. The internet, also, is another way of buying without moving move than your fingers.

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Who has never wanted once in their life to make a love potion, to cause a crush to fall for them through the mere drinking of an easily made drink? Even though it is actually impossible to create the feeling of love, there are some potions that exist, causing the drinker to feel a strong infatuation or obsession toward the person who has made the drink. The most known love potion is named Amortentia (‘Amor’, in Latin, means love, and ‘Tempto’, in Latin again, means to influence or tamper with). Not only is Amortentia the most known love potion in the world, but it is also the most powerful, the one that has the strongest effect on the drinker.

Amortentia is recognizable by its distinctive mother-of-pearl sheen. Its steam, rather unusual, rises in characteristic spirals, and the smell is different from one person to another, the scent according to what attracts them the most. There are, however, dangers related to the taking of this potion, like any other. For one thing, if the potion were to be taken long after its concoction, the effect would be much stronger, creating a practically dangerous obsession. The effect of a love potion also depends on factors such as the weight of the drinker and attractiveness of the person who gave it. Love potions’ effect are not permanent – it can however last forever if a dose is given regularly. There are also antidotes known for the effect, which do not make the drinker forget what he or she has done. Most of the ingredients are not known, but frozen Ashwinder’s eggs are sometimes used in its preparation.







I had gone to bed quite early that night, in a rather peaceful and good mood, happily unconscious of what was to happen after I’d gone to bed. Maybe it did not really happen, maybe I’d eaten too many Pumpkin Pastries that night – but what came next was surely no piece of cake. My body feeling quite heavy and my eyelids dropping, I fell asleep quickly, exhausted from the rather eventful evening I’d just spent with my friends.

It was long past midnight when I woke up, but the sky was still dark with clouds and night, the moon shining bright whenever it was visible in the sky, casting a gloomy and eerie light on the world as soon as clouds covered it. Rubbing my sleepy eyes lightly, I threw a glance at the red digits on the alarm clock next to my bed, groaning when I noticed it was barely two o’clock in the morning. It was only then that I noticed I was not alone in my bedroom. As I looked around my bedroom tired, my eyes caught a strangely pale figure standing next to my bed. I quickly sprang up, sitting straight with my hand clasped over my mouth so that my shriek of fright would not wake anybody else. I was paralysed with terror but there was a trace of kindness on the person’s face, and a strangely familiarity about her. It was only when I had regained my composure I recognized that person as my grandmother, but I could not understand what she was doing up so late at night, standing beside my bed when she ought to be in her own, in another house, in another town. Still slightly shaken but reassured by the knowledge that there was no more danger – or at least I hoped – I leaned back on my bed, my eyes still on my grandmother’s form. She didn’t look the same as usual. Paler, but somehow brighter, as though the moonlight made her shine lightly in the dark. She bent down to kiss my forehead lightly – her lips soft and cold – and told me to go back to sleep, that everything would be fine. The next few minutes were a blur until I fell asleep once more.

The next morning, I was awoken by my mother who gently shook me, the phone still in her hand, to tell me my grandmother had died in her sleep the previous night. To this day, and in spite of my friends and family who think it was merely as dream, I still believe that it was really my grandmother beside my bed, telling me goodbye.







Transfiguration, in advanced levels, can come in very handy in wartime. It can help the witches and wizards to obtain more useful weapons out of whatever there is in sight – for example, turning a stick of wood into a dagger – or small objects into bigger one to create a place to hide – like turning a small rock into a bigger one. It is also possible to turn oneself into another human, animal or even a non-living object. Conjuring objects, or creating some out of thin air, is also a very useful possibility in wartime when there is a need for it.




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Sources

Ancient Runes: Wikipedia

Arithmancy: The Sorcerer’s Companion Arithmancy Calculator

Art, Drama and Creative Writing: French/English Dictionary :D

Astronomy: Star Base
Wikipedia

Care of Magical Creatures: HP Lexicon
Deviant Art

Charms: HP Lexicon
Online Translator

Defence Against the Dark Arts: HP Lexicon
Online Translator

Divination: None

Flying lessons: None

Herbology: Magic Properties of Wood

History of Magic: None

Muggle Studies: None

Potions: HP Lexicon

Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: None

Transfiguration: Wikipedia

Well done Marie on completing Level One! Your points have been recorded in the Test Completion List, and you may move onto level two.

1. Ancient Runes: Using the Elder Furthark Runes, write out your site username.
= PRINCESSPOTTER♥

2. Arithmancy: Using your site username, work out your Character Number, Heart Number and Social Number.
Character Number:
PRINCESS POTTER
7 + 9 + 9 + 5 + 3 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 7 + 6 + 2 + 2 + 5 + 9 = 71
7 + 1 = 8

Heart Number:
IEOE
9 + 5 + 6 + 5 = 25
2 + 5 = 7

Social Number:
PRNCSSPTTR
7 + 9 + 5 + 3 + 1 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 2 + 9 = 43
4 + 3 = 7


3. Art, Drama and Creative Writing: Using your site username, create a play on words.

P is for Perfect
R is for Relaxing
I is for Impressive
N is for Natural
C is for Creative
E is for Excellent
S is for Social
S if for Succesful

P is for Peachy
O is for Openhearted
T if for Terrific
T is for Timeless
E is for Energetic
R is Radiant

4. Astronomy: Imagine you are an astronomer, and you have just discovered and landed on a new planet. Describe what you see in no less than 100 words, including a picture if possible.
As I landed I couldn't believe I was there. I got out of my ship and suddenly felt really cold. It was freezing out here, there was no doubt about it. Apparently, there was no graviy and it was kinda dark. I looked in all directions and couldn't believe what I saw. All the stars reminded me of Time Square in Christmas Eve. As i looked into the distance I saw another planet nearby. It was purple and shiny and apparently it had one moon only. It was green and VERY shiny, It looked beautiful. Maybe I could try and visit that planet, it wasn't so far away. I touched the floor which was hard as rock and really cold. There was no sign of life, and there where spots of water everywhere. I continued exploring for a while and then went inside the ship. Immediately, I took out my investigation journal and wrote all about it, I couldn't feel happier.

5. Care of Magical Creatures: In no less than one-hundred words, describe the magical creature of your choice.
I decided to write about the phoenix. Phoenixes posesses many magical abillities, some which are unique and rar to find. It's feathers are used in some wands making them very powerful. It is immortal, meaning it never dies, it simply bursts into flames and is reborn form the ashes all over again. As adults they're about swan-sized with magnificent red and gold plumage. Their tears have amazing healing powers, they are able to heal anything. They are extremely loyal to their owners, to the point where they can die from them, but we all know they don't really die. Phoenixes are incredibly beautiful creatures, which are really easy to admie. They are non-violent creatures, for they were made to heal and take care of, so they don't really hurt people. A good example of a phoenix is Fawkes, Albus Dumbledore's phoenix.

6. Charms: In a battle situation, what charms would you use to help you out? No less than 100 words.
I certainly don't want to die, but I won't use any unforgivable curse, it's not what I do. "Impedimenta!" I yelled, hoping that my opponent frezees and I have more time to act. I summon the Trip Jinx on my opponent, and make him fall. I then scream "Tarantallegra!" making him dance uncontrallaby that way he is unable to stand up, I find it very amusing. "Sectumsempra!" I scream making him get some wounds because of it. Then I finally scream "Stupefy" making him unconscious, I heal his wounds because I don't want to leave him bleeding like that and then I walk away. I look at my partner Caroline who seems unconscious but I know the way to wake her up. "Rennervate!" and she wakes up I help her up and we walk away together.

7. Defense Against the Dark Arts: Imagine you are locked in a one-on-one duel. Give an account of what happened and what spells you used against your opponent. No less than 100 words.
I was fighting Grace, a vicious, terrible girl. Yet really smart, she knows so many dark spells. My whole body was sore already form all the bruises I got. But I won't give up, because I have to show her she has no right to be hurting people. I try using "Sectumsmpra" but I miss, she can be pretty fast at times. And let me say it's not easy chasing someone at night in The Forbidden Forest. I then used "Obscuro" and to my luck she suddenly stops, she can't see for she is blindfolded. I then use "Locomotor Mortis" the Leg-Locker Curse, which immediately paralizes her, I can see she is desperate for she starts flashing spells in all directions. But I must end it, so I finally say "Petrificus Totalus" and watch her fall to the ground, paralized of course.

8. Divination: Look into your crystal ball and write a short piece predicting your future, with no less than 100 words.
As I see myself in the future I can see I'm a very happy woman. Probably 30 or soon to be 30. I'm a very succesful writer and I'm also a photographer. I walk through my room and see a bookshelf with the books I've written, they are plenty! And I see a picture of my wedding day with my husband. He looks real handsome just as he has always been. I also see a picture of two little girls, two young twins, about 3 or 4 years old. They are my daughters. I walk out of the room and see them peacefully sleeping in their beds, dreaming about whatever comes to their minds. I walk back into my room, apparently I just went to check on them. I lay down on my bed again next to my husband and go back to sleep. That's what my reading reveals.

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.
Chasers: The chasers go up and down the field trying to score goals. There are three Chasers in each team. They score by sending the Quafffle to any of the three hoops. They earn 10 points for each goal. Apart form the Seeker they are the only ones who give points to the team. Their way of playing is similar to rugby or soccer, where they go after a ball and they take it form the other team and score goals. When throwing the Quaffle though they hoops, they Chaser has to throw it, it is prohibited for them to go through with the ball in hands. And no more than one Chaser is allowed at the scoring area at the same time.
Beaters: There are two beaters per team. They use large wooden clubs similar to baseball bats. Their job is to protect their teammates form The Bludgers which are enchanted balls that attack and follow palyers. The Beaters must chase these balls and one of them is about to hurt a teammate they hit it with their bat. But they must be careful not to throw them towards the audience for it is prohibited. They are essential to the team in a way that they are the ones that protect the others from getting injured. Some famous Beaters in the movies and books are Fred and George Weasley.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible. Hazel wood is known to be of artistic ability, magical knowledge and optimism. It's Planetary Rulers are Mercury, Venus and Jupiter. It's animal association is the Salmon. It's Elemental Associations are often Air, Fire and Water. The energy of hazel wood promotes love, creativity, eloquence, creative expression and art of all types. It's able to allow a person to shed their baggage, opening themselves to their full potential. It can make it's master really powerful. This wood is a bringer of change and adaptation. Sometimes it's change can lead to conflict, but there is always a solution to this type of situations. This was the most common wood used to create wands in ancient Celtic traditions.

11. History of Magic: Write a short history of your House founder (Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw or Salazar Slytherin). If little is known about them, don't be afraid to be creative! No less than 100 words.
Rowena Ravenclaw was a very clever and creative witch and was often described by people as beautiful. She created the famous proverb "Wit beyond measure is a men's greatest treasure." She was a good friend of Helga Hufflepuff their friendship is used to emphasize the failed friendship between Godric Gryffindor and Salazar Slytherin. She Ravenclaw devised the ever-changing floor plans and moving staircases in the Hogwarts castle. Ravenclaw is described by the Sorting Hat as having selected students according to intelligence and wisdom. Rowena is a Latinised form of an old Germanic name. The elements in the name mean "Fame" and "Joy" or "Friend." Hear early death is said to be the reason to a broken heart though no one knows the true story. Her daughter Helena Ravenclaw is the famous Hogwarts ghost known as The Grey Lady and her famous lost diadem was used as a Horcrux by Lord Voldemort. Some famous characters who belong to this house are Luna Lovegood and Cho Chang.

12. Muggle Studies: Choose one aspect of the wizarding world (eg. flying, conjuring items, apparition etc.) and explain a Muggle equivalent.
Quidditch to Soccer. On Quidditch there are 7 players and on Soccer there are eleven but only seven are allowed to play at a time. The main goal of both games is to score the main number of points. In Quidditch you have specific players with specific jobs same as in soccer. You have The GoalKeeper or Goalie which is supposed to stop the ball from entering the goal and keeping the other team from scoring points. Strikers or Forwards are supposed to score goals, just like the Chasers. Defenders have to stop their opponents from scoring, you could compare them a little to Beaters. And midfielders who have to catch the ball and pass it on to Forwards. There is a World Cup every fro years, and in Quidditch we have a World Cup also. These are very similar games and you could even say Jo kinda got the idea form it!

13. Potions: Choose one known potion from the wizarding world and give as much information as possible on it. Try to include any known ingredients, brewing instructions, effects and possible side-effects. Veritaserum is the most powerful truth serum known in the wizarding world. It is colorless and odorless, it simply looks like plain water which makes it easier to fool the perso who is going to drink it. It forces someone to tell the truth in any situation. Though it's really powerful the drinker is not aware of it when they drink it. It's ingredients are Spine of Lionfish, Dragon Blood, Belladonna, Puffer-Fish Eyes. Potion takes less than one half-hour time to complete. It lasts in a person for two hours.

14. Supernatural and Paranormal Studies: Imagine you have had a paranormal experience. Describe what happened as fully as possible. I was laying on my bed getting ready to sleep but somehow I just couldn't close my eyes. Everytime I did I felt this weird sensation that something was going to happen to me if I kept them closed, therefore I couldn't sleep. I turned on my lamp and turned on the TV. Maybe I could fall asleep watching it. I searched through the channels for something interesting but managed to find nothing so I turned it off. I sat silently on my bed and noticed the window, it was dark outside and it gave me chills so I turned around giving my back to the window, I simply faced the other wall with all my pictures. Suddenly I noticed a bright white light reflected in the pictures. I couldn't have been my lamp because the light was white and very shiny, nothing like the dim light of my lamp. I got really scared and noticed the white light moving it came out of nowhere and it went through my closet and into the bathroom and then leaving through the window. I never knew what it was and didn't actually see what it was. I think it was a ghost or a ghost reflection but the experience was so scary I don't want to live it again.

15. Transfiguration: Write a short paragraph on how Transfiguration is of use to witches and wizards in a wartime situation. It can be extremely useful, if they know how to use it. They can use it to turn nearby objects into weapons, or turning a rock into a cave for them to hide, or turning themselves into animals. They can turn into a mouse and run and hide, or into a big and powerful animal and attack. It can also help if they change the attacker into something else. Let's say they do what happened to Malfoy who was turned into a small, innocent ferret. A ferret is easy to catch so if they are trying to catch someone turning them into small animals can help.

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WAND EXAMINATION:

I finally, FINALLY finished! And I hereby rename this the Incredibly Long And Detailed Wand Exam, or ILADWE.

1. Name in runes:



2: Arithmancy--meh hope I did this thing right

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R
S T U V W X Y Z

Character Number: 3

STREAMS OF SILVER
1+2+9+5+1+4+1+ 6+6+ 1+9+3+4+5+9=66
6+6=12
1+2=3

Heart Number: 8

EAOIE
5+1+6+9+5=26
6+2=8

Social Number: 4

STRMS F SLVR
1+2+9+4+1+ 6+ 1+3+4+9=40
4+0=4

3. Play on words:

S is for Sincere
T is for Thorough
R is for Relaxed
E is for Entertaining
A is for Absent-minded
M is for Music
S is for Silly

O is for Oblivious
F is for Filler

S is for Suave
I is for Introspective
L is for Lazy
V is for Vague
E is for Exceptional
R is for Resilient

4. Astronomy:



Floater Log: 4/29/2256: Kuenevarian Galaxy: Streams of Silver:

Our instruments picked up this planet (temporarily named X3005) yesterday, and we set forth at once to check it out. We traveled a half trillion miles off course to get to it and we'll have to manually map out a way back, so I hoped there would be something of interest there.

We made sure our protective shields were up and Loray, our photographer; Kendall, our explorer; and Smorpa, our all-around genius and part-human stepped off board and into this new world. I, being the captain, stayed on board, monitoring the floater and
observing what was occurring through electro-eyes.

There didn't seem to be a definitive ground, but there was a darker blue area under their feet, which was firm and supportive. White mist swirled all around and visibility wasn't good. Then Kendall called in, saying he was hearing loud voices, in a language he didn't know. This was odd as neither Loray nor Smorpa could hear anything. I worried that perhaps our oxygen bubble was defective or sabotaged, and decided to call them back and wait until visibility was better before they ventured out again.

5. Care of Magical Creatures:

The manticore is a deadly and nearly invincible creature. They are perceptive and intelligent, capable of regular speech. Their heads are human-like, which suggests that they may have been a wizarding experiment to create the ultimate guardians, but it went horribly wrong. No one could have intended for the creatures to be this savage...even if the protection of all the gold and diamonds in the world were at stake. They have the body of a lion, giving them pride and power, and the tail of a poisonous scorpion. Victims of a tail sting die almost immediately from the venom. They are difficult to overcome either by physical means or magical, as their skin repels most spells. Altogether a terrifying and intimidating creature.

6. Charms:

In battle, one must be quick and clever. Therefore the best charms to use are the ones that the caster knows best, and is least likely of messing up. Here are some of my favorites to use in battle:

a) Confundus Charm--will confuse my enemies and make them unsure of why they are fighting me, and indeed, why they are fighting at all. Much in battle depends on group numbers, so if several people in the group are confused, the rest may fall back out of doubt.

b) Severing Charm (Diffindo)--can come in very handy when one is a prisoner of war and tied up, or when one is trapped in a collapsed building.

c) Disarming Charm (Expelliarmus)--is of course invaluable at all times, even more so during war. If this can be pulled off, the battle is almost certainly won...but the enemy is likely to have shields against this charm so some say it is not worth the time. Still, I say everything is worth an attempt or two...

d) Disillusionment Charm--excellent for sneaking up on enemies and then blasting them to oblivion or at least capturing them. Also quite good to have a few disillusioned people hanging about when conducting a POW trade-off, in case of betrayal of agreed trade.

e) Shield Charm (Protego)--last but not least, my favorite of all. Best to protect oneself before one is harmed, so I say. I never go into battle before casting my best Shield Charm, and I redo it quite often because they tend to fade when under heavy assault.

7. Defence Against the Dark Arts:

I think it was a mistake to come here, to this abandoned house. The floorboards squeak impossibly, and the whole thing is likely to come down on my head. But I know there must be someone in here with me...surely they would not allow me to collect my prize so easily.

Though I am sure this is a trap, and I have backups ready on call, first I must find out what--

A flash of green light shoots toward me suddenly, and it is only by pure instinct that I am saved by my shouted "Protego!"

Then I see her emerge from a corner, ears pointed and covered with fur. “Nicely done, girl,” she rasps and then murmurs something unintelligible. I distinctly hear the sound of water running through the pipes and wonder what she could be up to…does she possibly intend on taking a bath sometime soon? I would by all means encourage her if that were the case…but no…I realize that I am leaning on the wall…and the gurgling of water is quite close to my head, in fact—

The crafty old bat brings her wand down in a slashing motion, and the pipes in the wall explode, boiling water pouring all over me. She cackles and turns to leave. Her mistake then, for the heat has not yet penetrated my protective robes and I shout after her, “Petrificus Totalus!” With a light thump, she falls to the ground, motionless, leaving me to dart through the door at the opposite end of the room. I do not bother closing up the pipes again…I only clean up my own messes.


8. Divination:

As I gaze into the clouded orb, I see a green field with a flat rock in the middle of it. On the rock lies one yellow flower, still growing, for its stem is still rooted in the ground at the base of the rock. The image shifts, and a black horse is riding across a plain, a rider hunched low in the saddle. The rider is dressed all in black, and I know, deep inside, that I am this rider. I cannot begin to wonder what I am doing so dressed, and where I am riding, for the shape shifts again. Through a fierce lightning storm, the horse and its rider pick their way through a narrow path on a steep cliff. One wrong step and we fall thousands of feet...and the rock is slippery from rain. White clouds billow across the surface of my ball, and when they clear, I see myself, still dressed in black but with no horse, walking slowly across the field. Ever so carefully, I reach out tentatively towards the yellow flower, as if I am afraid of disturbing something important…and then all I see is darkness.

9. Flying Lessons: Choose two Quidditch positions and describe in detail their roles in a game, and how they should play.

a) Beater: Their job is to guard their team members from getting pummelled by bludgers. They are not meant to score, though I don't think it's a foul if Beaters score, they're usually too occupied with the bludgers to worry about the Quaffle. Beaters need a lot of physical strength to hit the bludgers, and a good sense of balance since many times hitting the bludgers requires two hands.

Foul involving only Beaters is Bumphing (hitting the bludger toward the crowd).

Established moves involving only Beaters are the Bludger Backbeat and the Dopplebeater Defence.

Beaters should keep an eye out for the bludgers at all times. They should not concern themselves with anything else, and be ready to attack with bludgers and defend from bludgers.

b) Chaser: Their role is to score goals. They pass the Quaffle from one team member to another and attempt to throw it through the goal hoops. Each goal is worth 10 points. Only one Chaser at a time is allowed into the scoring area when attempting to score. Obviously, a chaser is the one who takes a penalty when it is awarded by the referee.

Fouls involving Chasers only: Haversacking--hand still on Quaffle as it goes through the hoop, as opposed to throwing; Quaffle Pocking--tampering with the Quaffle; and Stooging--more than one Chaser entering the scoring area.

Established moves involving Chasers only: Long Goal--thrown from outside the scoring area; Parkin's Pincer--three chasers fly from three opposite directions at an opposing chaser in an attempt to seize the Quaffle; Porskoff Ploy--Chaser fakes a move upwards with the Quaffle, when opposing Chaser darts upward, the first Chaser drops the Quaffle to a teammate; Reverse Pass--Chaser throws the Quaffle over his or her shoulder; Woollongong Shimmy--high-speed zigzagging to throw off opposing Chasers.

Chasers should be concerned with the position of the Quaffle, as well as keeping an eye out for bludgers. Though the Beaters will do their best to keep Bludgers away from their team players, anyone can be taken unaware at times and so Chasers should be prepared to dodge Bludgers. They should look out for signals from their team members, indicating that a group move will be made, so that they know to whom to pass the Quaffle and how. Chasers shouldn't hog the Quaffle, but should try to work as much teamwork in as possible into their play.

10. Herbology: Research into the magical properties of a wood used for wands. Try to be as detailed as possible.

Cherry--This fruit wood is associated with both genders. Its elemental association is Earth and Planetary association is with the Moon and Mars.

The Earth energy means that the magic is level-headed and not impulsive. Wizards with Cherry wands find it easier to focus, think clearly and make decisions based on logic rather than emotion.

It is aligned with the Moon and Mars, therefore making it very good with intuitive magic and conquering conflict. The combination of level-headedness and intuition is powerful indeed. It is also quite useful for divination or other medium magic, as well as love and healing magic.

Sources: hp-lexicon.org , wikipedia, goldentreewands.com/magicpropertiesofwood.htm