NEWT SCAMANDER X ORIGINAL MALE CHARACTER
Hello! This is an interest check. The Harry Potter fandom (especially the Fantastic Beasts fandom,) feels rather dead to me right now — and understandably so — but my hands have been itching so very badly to write a Newt Scamander fic that's been burned in the back of my head. (Mind you, this idea has been here since 2018!)
As writer, my motivation runs on interaction and engagement :( So, this interest check is here to help me see if my efforts shall be worth it. Do like, reblog, or comment if you'd like to see my work!
(This fic takes place during the 2nd film, The Crimes of Grindelwald. There are some alterations here and there, but nothing too drastic.)
Instead of hiding from the Ministry, Newt’s travel ban is lifted under the condition that he is accompanied by an Auror.
Theseus Scamander has a friend; a partner. An Auror by the name of Theodore Turner, who is known as one of the Ministry of Magic’s greatest wizards. (He also happens to be Newt’s old Slytherin schoolmate.) He is skilled, intelligent, and quick on his feet. However, beyond his brilliance as an officer, lies a snarky and somewhat self-centered personality that has the tendency to irk people.
Despite Newt’s very strong emotions for Mr. Turner, he has no choice but to cooperate and spend a good couple of months with the Auror if it means being able to travel internationally again. Throughout their time together, the men form an unlikely bond; and the Magizoologist discovers a certain talent that his probation officer keeps secret.
Newt Scamander, a Magizoologist, and Theodore Turner, a renowned Auror, are anything but similar. With such contrasting personalities, one may think that it would be impossible for them to ever get along. And that would be correct, if it weren’t for a certain passion that they share. Beyond their differences, lies an undying love for all magical creatures.
#GENRE: action, romance, buddy-cop (of sorts), semi-slowburn, enemies to lovers type beat, conflicted emotions because Newt still has feelings for Tina.
#MORE ON THEODORE TURNER:
Theodore Philip Lockley Turner is a renowned Auror from the British Ministry of Magic. He has created a name for himself, for solving the most cases in the history of the organisation, and for also arresting some of London’s most dangerous criminals. He is yet to be faced with a case that he cannot solve. He is the pureblood son of Cecil Turner (deceased) and Arnold Lockley (deceased). Currently 35 years old, he stands at 6 feet and 2 inches tall, has thick, short black hair, dark-brown eyes, and dark skin. His usual attire is a beige-colored long coat.
As a young wizard, he attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and was sorted into the Slytherin House. He was known for his childish antics, always found beside his batchmate, Theseus Scamander, causing trouble wherever his recklessness allowed it. Upon turning sixteen, his personality had taken a drastic turn. From his sixth to seventh year, he had taken his studies much more seriously, and was even appointed as Head Boy for all of his academic achievements.
Theodore is sociable, extroverted, and capable of speaking to almost anyone. He will not shy away from a conversation, or sit idly by while a party commences. People claim that there are two sides to him; the side for fun, and the side for work. His side for work is a very serious man who takes no time to joke around. Once he’s into a case, he won’t ever let it go. He can be hardworking when he wants to be. He’s as persistent as he is stubborn, known for violating the Ministry’s orders every once in a while. The only reason as to why he gets away with it is because it always works out.
His likes and hobbies include jazz, sketching, puzzle-solving, and drinking. (He also bears a secret liking towards mythical creatures.)
He does not like being called “Theodore” and prefers the name “Theo”. (He doesn’t like “Philip” either.)
His mother bred hippogriffs up until her death. He tried to maintain her flock after her passing, but failed to do so due to his studies.
His favourite food is sugar-dusted bread with a nice glass of wine.
He enjoys sketching and has dozens upon dozens of unfinished sketchbooks in his desk.
He wears his mother’s wedding ring as a pendant, and hopes to share it with the love of his life some day.
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