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Vinia. 19. May Taurus. she/her. 🩷
I started shifting in September 2023. (The third I believe???)
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˚˖𓍢ִ໋❀ useful things to script for your Hogwarts dr!!
⋆˙⟡Every student after being sorted into their houses gets a letter on their beds welcoming them to their house and explaining why they got sorted here and best wishes for their years at hogwarts. its a page long and every student keeps their, its like your receipt hehe
⋆˙⟡there are gliding charms for when students have to walk a distance but dont wanna get tired and its fun to use and convenient. the charm is non slip but dont go too fast unless you wanna lose house points
⋆˙⟡the day time rides on hogwarts express feels like half the time due to magic although it still takes those many hours(9.5 hours) (but feels like 4-5) why i said day time is because i scripted that hogwarts has night time rides aswell which you can see the post on here
⋆˙⟡Tiny cat sized dragons that act as familiars(the idea was from @reverieshifts) . in my dr their official name is cinderling but we informally call them drogs. most wealthy wizards have one as a sign of status. drogs are incredibly loyal and bond for life. there are breathers (ice and fire) and non breathers (speed, camouflage , intelligence).
⋆˙⟡ Wizarding letters have a charm where the letter you write and send to someone can be read out in your voice by the recipient in their head, sort of like voice mails. you'll be able read the letter out as they had meant it with the cadence of their voice, soft laughs, deep breaths, etc.. as though they were right there with you.
⋆˙⟡ In addition to traditional literature, the wizarding world offers novels enhanced by Atmospheric Charms that transform reading into a fully sensory experience. These enchanted books go beyond text; they use magic to blur the reader's peripheral vision, pulling you into the scene where you might hear the rhythmic patter of the London rain in a book set in that location or smell the salt air of a coastal mystery. While the plot remains fixed, the sensory immersion from the chilling air of a haunted cave to the distant sound of carriage wheel makes the story feel like a lived reality. Despite these advancements, many academics still treasure profound Muggle novels for their cleverness, though reading remains a primarily studious hobby that not every witch or wizard chooses to pursue.
⋆˙⟡You can get a master catalogue from a place like Flourish and Blotts. You write your question on a specific page--and via a Protean Charm-- the text updates to give you an answer or points you to the specific book you need to order. these are search query catalogues and the wizarding equivelent of google. The catalogue doesn't "know" everything; it's an Enchanted Index. It has a Protean Charm linked to the Flourish and Blotts master inventory and shows you what is already available for public knowledge. it’ll give you the answer on its own or tell you a book and the exact page you may find the answer. though the searching is your own hardwork.
⋆˙⟡ Love potions have a cure, spells like amortentia can be cured if alerted and there are scrutiny spells to examine the ingredients of something to check for contamination or additives. Love potions sold in joke shops sense the intention of the user and wont work if it detects malintent; if so it backfires terribly on the lacer.
⋆˙⟡The pockets of every wizarding wear is enchanted to have more depth and on every pant, skirt, belt, theres a loop to sheath your wand on your waistline. in wizarding fashion theres always a wand sheath or loop; whether you buy it as a belt or clip or its stitched into your clothes. its there to keep your wand and ensure it wont fall out or get snapped. wand sheaths or clips or loops are a standard part of wizarding fashion. there are loops or sheathes on the inside of jackets, blazers, cloaks too (because it makes no sense that wizarding fashion isnt wizarding)
⋆˙⟡Skincare, hygiene, perfume potions or quick fix potions are easy to make and students usually keep potions of such in their dorm room cupboard or carry a mini potions kit with them everywhere. every wizarding house has a potions room.
⋆˙⟡instead of god, wizards say things like ‘Morgana’ ‘Merlin’ ‘Circe’ 'hecate' etc.. like morgana when you're pissed, merlin when youre shocked, circe when youre in awe or feel good, hecate when you're tired like 'holy hecate i can't do this today off you go'. also we dont say ‘chemistry’ we say ‘alchemy’ like ‘hes fit but the alchemy just isnt there’.
⋆˙⟡The curtains around dorm beds act as mufflers. closing your curtains is like a way of saying dnd. the curtains are light proof if you shut them completely and a simple muffliato will make it sound proof too *wink wink*. if fully closed it acts like a door and you can knock on it to call someone. on the corners of your bed posts are small 'lights' that you can use as a night light.
⋆˙⟡Students use tools like pendulums to find their way around hogwarts or navigate the moving staircases and passages. people have their own ways of getting across; some use charms, some use their directional skills and a fuck it attitude, some whisper praises and hope for the best, some use simple divination. whatever helps get you across in one piece.
⋆˙⟡its common for witches and wizards to have their own personal grimoires, its like your own magical diary where you write about your craft. people make their spells, write important translations, track their progress etc..
I have so so so many of these but I hope it helps!!
— back to school party : each year an epic party is thrown 1 week before school starts at a student’s house
— halloween party : weekend before halloween, everyone dresses up in their costumes and it’s extremely chaotic and hype
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— spring festival : takes place on spring equinox, right before the start of the spring break. essentially a day for students to cut class, destress and have fun! rose petals littered everywhere, flower mazes, bouncy castles, school wide egg hunt, picnics while watching the sunset, school wide bonfire after sunset, school dance in the evening, large picnic area with seasonal foods and drinks, flower crown making etc.
— summer solstice picnic : students relax on blankets, playing a ton of fun board and card games. buffet section with snacks and drinks
— summer festival : outdoor games include watermelon eating contest, slip and slides, bouncy castles, basketball shootout, ring toss, orbeeze fun shootout, and DIY bracelets etc. and refreshments include cotton candy machines, ice creams, popsicles, slushies served in frozen fruit, juice stalls, fruit stalls, bbq chicken skewers, pizza, tacos, frozen yoghurt cup, wraps, hotdogs, corn on a cob, doughnuts, churros, french fries, fried carrot cake etc.
— fall festival : takes place annually on the fall equinox and includes activities such as apple and pumpkin picking, apple bobbing, pumpkin carving, outdoor harvest feast, pie eating contest, cornmaze, in season food and beverages, bake off etc.
— christmas festival : a day where we do a bunch of christmas activities such as gingerbread house contest, ice skating, snowman building competition, making diy ornaments and going to fun christmas booths selling small goodies, at night there is a christmas concert consisting of songs, dances, plays by students and one performance by some teachers
— winter festival : a day where we do a bunch of winter activities such as ice skating, ice fishing, snowboarding, building snowmen, building igloos, snowball fights, stargazing. in between these activités we can go to nearby towns and drink hot choco and eat chocolate muffins, pancakes etc.
— new years gala : held annually on new years eve. guests gather out in the school square to celebrate the final hours of the year, culminating in a stunning fireworks display and light show as the new year begins. the evening is simple yet elegant, featuring champagne or sparkling cider, an array of delicious finger foods to start, followed by a buffet dinner with exquisite dishes. guests can enjoy dancing, warm company and festive touches like sparklers, small safe firecrackers, party poppers etc. for added fun. attire is unofficially cocktail attire, and music goes from smooth jazz to upbeat and lively tunes as the night progresses
— valentine’s ball : masquerade ball held annually in february in celebration of this romantic month. the venue is adorned with roses, hearts, and soft lighting, creating a dreamy atmosphere. tables are filled with themed foods and sweets with secret messages hidden within its wrappers. waiters also double as letter carriers, allowing students to send anonymous messages to one another throughout the event
— halloween ball : held annually on halloween day, the venue is transformed into a spook show, adorned with eery decoration fitting the season. students can dance, mingle, enjoy themed foods lining the tables, and explore adjoining rooms and hallways designed as haunted corridors filled with jumpscares, riddles, and puzzles to go through in exchange for candy. scare actors also roam the school, ready to give unsuspecting students a great fright.
— lantern festival : the celebration begins with a school wide picnic but as night falls, the focus shifts to designing lanterns and releasing them into the sky. other activities include lion and dragon dances, fireworks display, and rice ball eating competitions
— ice cream socials : buffet full of a wide array of ice cream flavors, a toppings bar, cookies and brownies for crafting personalized ice cream sandwiches, a float station, as well as specialty gelato, sorbet, and frozen yogurt stations. people can relax on provided picnic blankets spread out on a field while partaking in a myriad of activities like slip 'n slides, live band performances, photobooths, ice cream eating contests and even water balloon fights
— storybook carnival : making the school a magical world of stories by decorating the classrooms as different books, having haunted houses, cosy hangout areas around the school, book sale + donations, special book-themed foods etc.
— basket auction : people place bids on baskets filled with food to win the opportunity to have a picnic with the basket owner and its contents
— workshop day : students can learn skills such as woodwork, sewing, gardening, or cooking from local experts
— creations week : art exhibitions, fashion show, game development club’s game exhibition, robotics club’s robots, ceramic crafts, music student’s musical artworks, poetry by literature students
— bonfire : late night bonfire by the beach roasting marshmallows, stargazing and talking
— prom : fun dresses, great music, dancing all night, hype band, air conditioned room, good food, cute date
— overseas trips : ski trips in switzerland, london, greece, hawaii, italy, tokyo, bali, etc.
— learning journeys : science museum, zoo, aquarium, butterfly sanctuary, national gallery, art gallery, farm, planterium, petting zoo, historical landmarks, theatre, industry tours, adventure park, laser tag, bowling, amusement parks, escape rooms etc.
— school wide sleepover : games, movie, pizza, endless amount of beverages and snacks, etc.
— arcade night : the school rents arcade games and puts it all around the gym
— school assemblies : w/ school performances that are hype asf, some even by teachers
— school wide paintball fight, annual barbecue day, founders day, volunteer day, sports festival, pyjama day, no bag day, picture day, talent show, cultural fair, science fair, school play, book fair, movie night, trivia night
⌗ a coin pouch with no end ; it takes money directly from your vault. (perfect for when you just need that new quill from flourish and blotts.)
⌗ a field guide ; like in hogwarts legacy, it records spells, creatures, and artifacts you learn about in detail. like a diary, but much cooler.
⌗ an enchanted hairbrush ; bad hair days? not anymore. this brush works faster than any charm—and it doesn’t yank.
⌗ a potion that sharpens focus ; have an upcoming test you’re not ready for? worry not! studying with this efficient potion will ensure you an O grade. (warning: people might start asking you for study tips when they see your O grades. use at your own risk)
⌗ a mood-matching candle ; bright pink for excitement, deep blue for calm—handy for creating the perfect atmosphere or warning people to tread lightly !
⌗ a snack pouch with infinite snacks ; the real MVP during late-night study sessions and those never-bloody-ending train rides to hogwarts.
⌗ a spellbook that adjusts spells to your level ; it knows your learning style and gives you suggestions and tips to make spells easier to master - think of it as your personal tutor—minus the lectures when you accidentally set something on fire.
⌗ a quill that changes color ; because highlighting is overrated, and rainbow notes are just more fun.
⌗ a floating candle lantern ; follows you around and provides light in dark spaces. useful for late-night reading or sneaking into the forbidden section.
⌗ a handwriting charm quill ; say goodbye to illegible scrawls and hello to essays that actually impress. this quill will ensure your handwriting stays neat, no matter how rushed you are !
⌗ a plant-care pendant ; alerts you when your magical plants need watering or pruning. (even the pickiest venomous tentacula will thrive under your care with this little lifesaver.)
♱ tri-wizard tournament . . . for the marauders era shifters. having the tri-wizard tournament occur in 1977, with the marauders being (obviously!) major players
♱ truth or hex . . . are you bored, looking for a (relatively) harmless game to play with your friends or fellow housemates? truth or hex is right up your alley ! similar to the muggle "truth or dare" game (but you get a little singed in the process)
♱ exploding snaps . . . similar to truth or hex, this is a perfect game to play among friends (and even your foes). you can play in your common room, in the dining hall (though professor mcgonagall would not exactly be pleased during dinner time), or even in class. garner the biggest group possible, and may the best wizard win !
♱ gossip girl . . . an upper year student creates a gossip girl-esque outlet, which creates nothing less than chaos and slight paranoia among students (and even some professors)
samhain / halloween
♱ spooky stories . . . with your fellow housemates, you sit around your fireplace and share your scary stories. whether it be a story about the poltergeist that you SWEAR haunts the astronomy classroom, or the figure you saw in the restricted area of the library that you can't explain
♱ pumpkin carving . . . a school-wide pumpkin carving contest is held, with house points on the line !
♱ trick-or-treating . . . the professors arrange for the lower years to trick-or-treat on halloween, with the help of prefects and head students. older students, instead, can indulge themselves in the various tricks and treats among the hogsmeade shops
♱ samhain ball . . . every year, on october 31st, a massive masquerade ball to commemorate the end of samhain (and celebrate halloween, of course) is held for the entire student-body. students spend hours planning their outfits, and there are legendary rumours about the ball held in 1922
yule / christmas
♱ burning yule logs . . . before leaving for winter break, you and your fellow house members burn a yule log to release old energy and bring in warmth, happiness, and hope for the upcoming year
♱ snowball fight . . . although (allegedly) started by the 7th years, the whole school gets into a massive snowball fight in the courtyard
♱ yule lads . . . starting in the second week of december, things around hogwarts begin to get a bit sillier and more disruptive than usual. the culprits, you discover, are the pesky thirteen yule lads! these mischievous spirits love to pull pranks and leave nothing more than mischief in their wake. if you share this love for naughtiness, you may even wake up to a potato in your shoe ! (and a rotten potato if you're a goody two shoes)
♱ yule ball . . . every year, on the last day of classes, a massive yule ball is held for all students. this often includes many hours spent with professor mcgonagall, learning how to make sure you don't have two left feet.
spring
♱ carnival . . . a spring carnival is held annually in hogsmeade to celebrate the first day of spring
♱ spring break . . . you and your friends, during the easter holidays, devise to spend the latter half of your break together getting up to shenanigans in each of your hometowns. each day is spent in a different town, with an itinerary of pubs, shopping, and all-around craziness on the schedule !
♱ easter egg hunt . . . to celebrate easter, the house elves put together an easter egg scavenger hunt for the entire student body. some hiding places include: in dumbledore's office, in a chest at the bottom of the black lake, the astronomy tower (but like, hanging off), the forbidden forest, and on-top of the whomping willow. good luck !
summer
♱ road trip . . . you conjure up a plan with your friends to embark on a trip during the summer, driving across europe all-together to get the movie-esque, stereotypical teenage experience
♱ the great gatsby . . . one of your rich, money-older-than-hogwarts friends has a massive castle with endless house elves and rooms for dancing. as luck would have it, their parents are leaving for a week in the heat of the summer, and they decided to hold the most gatsby-esque party you've ever seen. there's even a green light on the end of the dock !
♱ diagon alley . . . prior to the start of the school year, you and your friends venture down to diagon alley in order to buy all of your school supplies together. chaos ensues, naturally
signed by valerie lovelace, head girl of slytherin.
⋆𐙚 ̊. specific scenarios i have scripted for my hogwarts dr
— with my s/o
⋆𐙚 ̊. sitting by the open fire in his dorm, going through a deck of cards with questions for couples. they’re very unique and not the basic “what’s your favorite food” type of questions, these ones are deeper and makes us get to know each other better as individuals, but also as two lovers
⋆𐙚 ̊. our relationship is kinda secret in the beginning, so we have to meet at different locations in the castle to share secret kisses. such as empty classrooms, a secluded corner in the library or just a hidden room no one goes to
⋆𐙚 ̊. one time he leaves a hickey on my neck that looks like a heart! completely by accident. but he ends up taking a picture of me to capture that little moment
⋆𐙚 ̊. during christmas break, i only stay at my family’s house for like a few days. the rest of the time i basically live with him in his big ass penthouse in london, okay mr. rich. i can see us cooking together, taking bubble baths, walking hand in hand through the busy, snowy streets
— with my friends
⋆𐙚 ̊. truth or dare, but it’s only dares lol. it’s not the boring ones like “kiss your crush.” these are more risky, such as sneaking into the restricted section
⋆𐙚 ̊. we’re also going to write things about ourselves and put them into a jar. then everyone tries to guess who each one is about
⋆𐙚 ̊. me and my girlfriends find this kind of pixie dust that makes us fly, just like that one scene with lizzy in tinkerbell. just us floating around in our dorm, laughing while bumping into stuff
⋆𐙚 ̊. a part of the forbidden forest is safe to wander. there’s a bunch of hang out spots, cozy trails and old ruins / buildings to explore
⋆𐙚 ̊. me and one of my girls takes a small trip to hogsmeade, totally oblivious to the giant rain cloud in the distance. when it finally starts raining, it literally pours down on us. we came there with no umbrellas or jackets, absolutely nothing to shield us with. so by the time we get back at hogwarts, we’re gonna be soaked. literally dripping water onto the floor. and of course, our boyfriends sees us. just for the plot :P
whenever i get really specific ideas for any of my realities, i always view them as memories i’ve already experienced. therefore it makes perfect sense to me by scripting them to happen again ‹𝟹
FOR EVERY CLASS . always sit where you can see (or avoid) the professor’s mood swings. bring a spare quill, and for Merlin’s sake, read all instructions on the board
★⋆. ASTRONOMY.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR SINESTRA . she’s chill if you stay quiet. just don’t interrupt her passionate stargazing rants, or she’ll assign extra homework on constellations literally no one’s ever heard of
HOMEWORK . star charts and essays on planetary motion. tedious but straightforward—accuracy is everything
TIPS TO EXCEL . memorize constellations and learn how to cast Lumos just dim enough that you don’t blind everyone during late-night pitch black lessons
EXTRA CREDIT . spot and track a rare celestial event, like a comet. (bonus points if you can pronounce its Latin name to Sinestra without choking)
AVOID MISHAPS . never mix up Mars and Mercury on your chart—you’ll be doomed in astronomy and divination
★⋆. CARE OF MAGICAL CREATURES.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR HAGRID . show genuine interest in his creatures, even if they look like they could eat you (they definitely can)
HOMEWORK . research magical creature habits and write about their care. watch out—he loves long essays (he can basically make students write books about his favorite subject for him)
TIPS TO EXCEL . always wear dragonhide gloves and boots that cover your ankles. treat the creatures and Hagrid with respect—he’ll notice
EXTRA CREDIT . help feed or clean up after the creatures during your free periods or after class. it’s messy, but he appreciates it immeasurably
AVOID MISHAPS . never, ever call a Blast-Ended Skrewt “gross” within his earshot
★⋆. CHARMS.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR FLITWICK . he’s sweet but sharp. pay attention, or you’ll be called on mid-yawn to demonstrate something tricky.
HOMEWORK . practice spells at home. if your wandwork looks like you’re conducting a dance recital, you’re doing it wrong.
TIPS TO EXCEL . focus on precise wand movements and pronunciation—no “swish and flick” means no charm
EXTRA CREDIT . perform an original charm in class and explain how you invented it (hint: slap a name on something flashy, and ramble about how Flitwick’s class gave you the “tools to do it”)
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t use charms on your classmates (no matter how obnoxious they are) unless you want detention for “unsanctioned spellcasting”
★⋆. DEFENSE AGAINST THE DARK ARTS
DEALING WITH THE PROFESSOR . varies wildly year to year. if they’re twitchy, don’t ask questions. if they’re confident, challenge them slightly—they love it
HOMEWORK . spell practice, theoretical essays on defensive strategies, and (sometimes) practical exams.
TIPS TO EXCEL . master shield charms early—Protego is your bread and butter. always watch your back in “surprise” practical tests (the surprise could be a curse aimed at your back)
EXTRA CREDIT . propose new defense tactics for obscure threats like lethifolds or hinkypunks, it shows interest in the less ‘cool’ aspects of the dark arts
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t hex yourself in class while demonstrating a jinx. you won’t get in trouble. but it’s embarrassing.
★⋆. DIVINATION.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR TRELAWNEY . just nod and act fascinated. she’s happier when you look like you believe her
HOMEWORK . dream journals, tea-leaf sketches, and guesses at what the stars are “telling” you
TIPS TO EXCEL . make up extremely dramatic predictions that sound poetic. extra marks if you add impending doom for a classmate
EXTRA CREDIT . spot a “true vision” (or just pretend you did). a fainting act doesn’t hurt
AVOID MISHAPS . never laugh at her predictions, even if they sound ridiculous—she’ll doom you for life (and you never know what fate holds)
★⋆. HERBOLOGY.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR SPROUT . show some love for plants, and she’ll adore you. don’t sass her or underestimate how dangerous some herbs are
HOMEWORK . care guides for magical plants, essays on uses for their parts, and detailed sketches
TIPS TO EXCEL . be gentle with the plants, even the ones with attitudes. also, if you’re prone to daydreaming, please keep a note of which vines bite
EXTRA CREDIT . cultivate a rare magical plant and present its uses in class (good luck on that, though…)
AVOID MISHAPS . always wear gloves when handling anything spiky, slimy, or screaming (good rule of thumb for life, to be honest)
★⋆. HISTORY OF MAGIC.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR BINS . he doesn’t even care if you’re awake, but it helps if you look like you’re taking notes
HOMEWORK . endless essays on goblin rebellions, giant wars, and other events you’ll most definitely forget by next term
TIPS TO EXCEL . use mnemonic devices to remember key dates. start essays early—he grades on length and detail
EXTRA CREDIT . find obscure historical details to add to essays. mentioning “primary sources” makes you look smart, and Binns doesn’t typically look into it further
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t doodle in your notes too obviously—he might drone on even more if he catches you
★⋆. POTIONS.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR SNAPE . know your ingredients and don’t speak unless spoken to. follow his instructions perfectly and try to look invisible. or he’ll eviscerate you
HOMEWORK . brewing practice and essays on potion theory. if you mess up the potion, he’ll expect twice the length in your essay
TIPS TO EXCEL . re-chop your ingredients before class, and try to do other prep work. Snape hates inefficiency and watching students bumble around their work station
EXTRA CREDIT . create a new potion under his supervision. (warning: he will make you test it out yourself)
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t ever blame Snape or his instructions if something explodes. just accept it and clean up quietly
★⋆. TRANSFIGURATION.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR MCGONAGALL . she’s strict but fair. do your work well, and she’ll respect you; slack off, and she’ll make you wish you hadn’t
HOMEWORK . spell diagrams, written explanations, and frequent wandwork practice
TIPS TO EXCEL . precision and focus are key. get creative, but don’t try anything too wild without permission
EXTRA CREDIT . demonstrate a flawless human-to-animal transfiguration (with her approval)
AVOID MISHAPS . never let your transfigured objects escape—chasing a hopping teacup through the halls is not fun, and you’ll never hear the end of it
★⋆. ARITHMANCY.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR VECTOR . she’s sharp and no-nonsense, but she’s got a soft spot for students who genuinely try. don’t show up without your charts; she’ll notice
HOMEWORK . endless numerical equations and analysis of magical patterns. expect to translate runes into numbers and vice versa
TIPS TO EXCEL . understand how numbers relate to magic—this isn’t just math, it’s magic theory in disguise. double-check your work; one wrong digit can tank your entire assignment
EXTRA CREDIT . present a new numerological correlation, like how the number “7” might affect potion brewing. bonus if it’s creative but realistic
AVOID MISHAPS . never guess at a solution—Professor Vector will spot laziness in seconds. keep your workspace neat, or the equations will haunt you
★⋆. ANCIENT RUNES.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR BABBLING . she’s patient and incredibly smart, but don’t come to class unprepared. misreading a rune will make her launch into a lecture about “respecting the symbols”
HOMEWORK . translate ancient texts, decipher rune sequences, and write essays on magical etymology. sometimes includes carving your own runes for practice
TIPS TO EXCEL . memorize the rune meanings and their magical properties—flashcards help. pay attention to detail; even a tiny line can change the meaning of a rune
EXTRA CREDIT . create your own rune sequence that produces a magical effect and explain its purpose. creative runework always gets top marks—it shows you care
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t mix up Nordic and Celtic runes—they have very different contexts, and Professor Babbling will lecture you for days
★⋆. MUGGLE STUDIES.
DEALING WITH PROFESSOR BURBAGE . she’s enthusiastic and loves students who ask questions, even obvious ones. if you show respect for Muggle ingenuity, you’re golden
HOMEWORK . research papers on Muggle inventions and their impact, as well as practical exercises like identifying Muggle objects
TIPS TO EXCEL . don’t overthink it—Muggles live without magic, but they’re surprisingly clever. show curiosity and avoid using the word “primitive”
EXTRA CREDIT . present a Muggle artifact and explain how it works. bonus points if you demonstrate something functional, like a can opener or a bicycle pump
AVOID MISHAPS . don’t call electricity “the Muggle version of Lumos” unless you want a 10-minute tangent about how they’re completely different
★⋆. FLYING.
DEALING WITH MADAM HOOCH . she’s strict but fair; listen to her instructions, and she’ll let you have some fun. mess around, and you’ll be grounded faster than you can say “Quidditch”
HOMEWORK . practicing broom control outside of class and writing essays about famous flyers or the mechanics of flight
TIPS TO EXCEL . focus on balance and broom grip—this isn’t about speed (yet.) always stretch before class; cramps mid-air are embarrassing and painful
EXTRA CREDIT . show off advanced flying techniques, like tight turns or broom dives (but only if you’re really confident). bonus for clean landings
AVOID MISHAPS . never try to show off in front of the first-years—wobbling on a loop-the-loop is not a good look. keep your broom maintained; a splintered handle spells disaster.
[ there you have it—follow this guide, and you’ll not only pass these classes with flying colors, but you might even look like you know what you’re doing while you’re at it, and maybe you’ll avoid getting hexed by Snape. we’ll see ]
I’ve lived so many lives, some of which were worlds apart from my current one. Every time I return here, I’m struck by how wonderful and miraculous life is. It’s hard to put into words, but it’s this deep sense of reverence for the simple fact that you are alive.
2. Motivation doesn't play a role.
Most of the time, motivation only kicks in once you actually start doing the work. I’ve felt motivated both before and after shifting, but in my opinion, motivation only gets in the way. You end up chasing a result to satisfy you, but will you even feel that satisfaction when it comes?
3. The Butterfly Effect is real.
The tiniest flap of a butterfly's wings can completely rewrite reality.
4. I am never truly "ready" to shift.
Even when I intentionally shift to my DR, I’m never 100% prepared for what awaits me in another reality. However, shifting has helped me overcome my futurophobia (the fear of change and the future).
5. Only the result matters (methods are irrelevant).
Shifting is happening constantly. Methods are just there to provide a logical justification for the steps taken to reach a goal, but the result is all that counts. It’s the same as manifesting a million dollars while still going to work because you believe money can’t just fall from the sky—or using the 10k method for manifestation.
6. Self-concept and mental state don't matter.
I’ve shifted to my DR with my mental health in the gutter and a terrible SC, without ever seeing myself as some kind of "god."
♱ hogwarts . . . professor, deputy head, headmistress, librarian, tutor, groundskeeper, caretaker, high inquisitor, hogwarts board of governor position
♱ ministry of magic (misc) . . . ministry official, office and support staff (receptionist, typical employee), personal assistant, senior undersecretary to the minister, executioner, advisor to the minister, exotic symbol analyst, quill control and rune translation, special advisor for elf legislation, junior assistant to minister
ever wanted to know how cursed rings, bewitched mirrors, and sentient diaries work? this course teaches you how to identify, dismantle, and (if you’re brave) create magical relics—you never know when you’ll need an enchanted necklace or a vanishing cabinet, i suppose
𓆩♡𓆪 — WIZARDING FASHION HISTORY
from the enchanted silks of the 1500s to robes that literally spark joy (or flames) in the 1900s, this elective dives into the who, what, and why tho of wizarding couture. you’ll learn how clothing reflected magical politics (hello, anti-Muggle fabrics), the most popular clothing charms over the centuries, and why Merlin’s pointy hat was such a massive deal at the time
𓆩♡𓆪 — CURSE REVERSAL
sometimes, magic backfires—this class teaches you how to undo everything from jinxed cauldrons to full-on blood curses. it’s half science, half art, and fully life-saving
𓆩♡𓆪 — HEALING
for the bleeding hearts (and bloody injuries). this elective teaches advanced healing charms, restorative potions, and how to fix the most catastrophic accidents without having to Floo to St. Mungo’s. class is split 50/50 between the healers of the next generation, and mischief makers that are so unhinged they have to heal themselves. this class sees all the good, the bad and the ugly
𓆩♡𓆪 — DRAGON STUDIES
learn all about the physicality, variety, and history of these dynamically unique creatures, and perhaps learn how to not get torched while studying them along the way. the course includes field trips (waivers from home and insurance spells VERY much required)
𓆩♡𓆪 — CHARMED CULINARY ARTS
enchanted cooking utensils will be your best friend as you navigate this course, learning to do everything in the kitchen from baking bread that sings to brewing drinks that bubble with magic. (house elves are assistants in this class, and you can always convince them to slip you an extra treat or two)
𓆩♡𓆪 — ADVANCED DIVINATION
tea leaves and crystal balls don’t even begin to scratch the surface of everything divination has to offer—if you’re a believer, and grounded enough to put up with the kooky professor. this course dives into obscure methods of divining the future: dream walking, cloud reading, rune casting, and much more. perfect for the more spiritually inclined students (or those who just enjoy the professor’s cryptic drama)
𓆩♡𓆪 — MAGICAL FORESICS
got a Sherlock streak, or always wondered how the aurors do it? learn how to dissect magical crime scenes, trace hex signatures, and untangle the threads of a cursed crime
𓆩♡𓆪 — MINISTRY POLITICS & MAGICAL LAW
in this course that’s absolutely not for the academically faint, you’ll find yourself taking part in debates more than any other course. debate the ethics of using Veritaserum in court, or why house-elf labor laws are a mess. these students are likely future members of the Wizengamot
𓆩♡𓆪 — ENCHANTED HOMEKEEPING
from self-sweeping brooms to magical security systems, think Martha Stewart meets The Standard Book of Spells. this course covers everything you need to know about using magic to run the most efficient household ever (you get a headache when you think about how Muggles do all of this without magic)
𓆩♡𓆪 — ALCHEMY: THE ART OF TRANSFORMARION
arguably the ultimate nerdy class—i’ve yet to meet a single person who wanted to handle the theories and coursework of this class. learn the secrets of transmutation, potion refinement, and (the whole thing’s pretty mysterious) all about the quest for immortality
𓆩♡𓆪 — SPELL CREATION THEORY
an elective created as the direct remedy for students making overeager and academically misguided attempts to make their own spells (some spells don’t exist for a reason, Fred and George.) learn the theory of how to craft spells from scratch and fine-tune them to your exact needs—perfect for the creatively chaotic. though, of course, you don’t actually make spells in class (that’s a direct ticket to St. Mungo’s)
𓆩♡𓆪 — THEORY & ETHICS OF NECROMANCY
strictly theoretical, of course (for legal reasons), this class dives into the magical theory of spirits’ existence, resurrection spells, and the history of necromancy. it also manages to cram most of one of the longest-standing debates in magical history into a year-long course (we can raise the dead, but should we? HM, i wonder)
𓆩♡𓆪 — WANDLESS MAGIC
if you’re someone who thinks ‘why bother with a wand when you are the magic?’ this course is for you—it trains you in wandless spellcasting, so you can cast even when you’ve “misplaced” your primary weapon
𓆩♡𓆪 — WIZARDING FOLKLORE
from ghostly greenhouses to the allegedly haunted halls of Hogwarts, from ancient fairy tales to horror stories that keep even the bravest wizards awake at night, this course covers all of the folklore and tall tales from centuries of wizarding history and storytelling
𓆩♡𓆪 — ENCHANTED CARTOGRAPHY
i’m sure you already know that making an enchanted map is a skill that never goes out of style (cough, Marauder’s.) in this course, learn to create enchanted maps that move, update themselves, and accurately portray secret rooms and passageways (though they might not cover the more mischievous aspects in the course, i’m sure you can figure those out on your own time)
𓆩♡𓆪 — MAGICAL ETHICS & PHILOSOPHY
all the way from time turners and truth serums to love potions and dementors, this course holds a magnifying glass to all the moral dilemmas of using magic in gray areas—just because you can hex someone doesn’t mean you should, and if you need a love potion, maybe you should reexamine some things first
𓆩♡𓆪 — QUIDDITCH ANALYTICS
a course all about the stats, spells, and tactics behind the wizarding worlds’ favorite sport. think of it as sabermetrics, but with broomsticks. students are an even split of quidditch players, and those who love quidditch without wanting to zoom hundreds of feet above the ground (understandable)
𓆩♡𓆪 — WANDLORE & CRAFTING
take your first step towards becoming the next Ollivander by studying wand woods, cores, and how to match them with their perfect witch or wizard. careful, your own wand might be open to more scrutiny than you’re accustomed to. warning: NOT a class for people with butterfingers
𓆩♡𓆪 — MOVING PHOTOGRAPHY
learn how to properly snap a good photo and develop moving pictures, charm them with special effects, and create photo albums that are magically cohesive enough to tell their own stories. with moving photos holding entire memories, someone always needs a good magical photographer
𓆩♡𓆪 — GRIMOIRE WRITING & SPELL JOURNALING
every great wizard of the past and present had a grimoire to keep track of their endless magical escapades. learn how to create your own spellbooks, safely document your findings, and make them impossible for dark wizards (or just nosy siblings) to read
𓆩♡𓆪 — MAGICAL LINGUISTICS
communication is key, whether it’s haggling with goblins, charming house-elves, or negotiating with dragons. this course helps you break through the language barrier—literally—to the entire wizarding world and all its species
𓆩♡𓆪 — MAGICAL JOURNALISM
for aspiring Rita Skeeters (hopefully no one, let’s make it ethical), this course covers investigative reporting, spell-resistant quills, following the honor code of interviewing and writing, and even some tips on how to charm the Daily Prophet editors with your work and score a job in the journalism field. NO Quick-Quotes Quills allowed, ever !!
𓆩♡𓆪 — TIME MANIPULATION THEORY
absolutely no time-turners allowed, despite learning all about them. learn the ethical and practical implications of bending time, including nearly every historical horror story of witches and wizards who got a little spin-happy with the power. (does the course only exist as a big fat warning for the students who are granted use of a time turner? we’ll never know—but yes, probably)
𓆩♡𓆪 — MUSIC & ENCHANTED COMPOSITION
a course taken by many of the choir members, which allows you to delve deep into the magic behind musical spells, how to ethically enchant instruments for killer performances, and both writing and performing magical compositions. don’t mind the frogs in class, they’re brushing up on their technique, too
𓆩♡𓆪 — SPELL COMBAT TACTICS
this course covers a mix of strategic dueling with battlefield planning, as it covers pretty much every notable magical duel and battle in history. perfect for those angling to join the Aurors, or those who are just looking to win every wizarding duel
𓆩♡𓆪 — WIZARDING THEATER
this course involves combining drama with charms to bring stories literally to life on stage. props are enchanted and can interact with the actors, the weather matches each set, and actors might just float mid-scene. students can sharpen their acting and set enchantment skills to hopefully be on one of the great wizarding stages one day (or working behind the scenes of one)
𓆩♡𓆪 — MUGGLE STUDIES: ADVANCED INTEGRATION
forget the “what’s a toaster?” training-wheels shit—this course is about truly blending wizarding ingenuity with Muggle innovation. a popular course among muggleborn students, who have the opportunity to actually use their heritage in their favor to explore a whole world of social and magical possibilities
In 30 years when shifting becomes popular to the masses, and everyone is suddenly realizing it’s 100% real and surprisingly simple… I’ll remember these days
What is a natal chart? (English isn't my first language 😓😓)
A natal chart is your birthchart/starchart. It's basically just a chart showing the exact position of the planets and stars from the day, month, and hour you were born. You don't have to fill in that page on your script if you don't wish to. It's only if you wanna get VERY specific and detailed.
I think it's really interesting that you guys could've met me in one of your drs. Like, the me here. And it's crazy to think that someone could make a post of "side people / side characters that aren't in the canon story in my dr" and have me in it and completely dox my full name 💀
EXCITED IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. FEEL FREE TO USE & ENJOY!!!! <3
exes to friends w benefits to lovers …?? smirk smirk wink wink
^they’re up to their frisky business and one character just pauses and says “do you remember the one time we bought like ten packs of cookies from sobeys at one am that one time?” and the character is just taken aback
^^they’re making out on one’s bed and one character looks over to the side and sees one of their couple things and is like “what’s that doing over there !”
“you staying over?” “duh. i don’t only like your body, silly, i like your netflix, too.”
the heavy feeling in their gut when they realize they have to introduce the other person as “just a friend”
one character wakes up before the other and just lies down beside them watching their chest go up and down, thinking ‘i can’t believe i am blessed enough to know such an ineffable person’
not knowing how to respond or feel about the protective feeling they get when someone asks if theyre dating the other person
“i think meeting you is the best thing that’s ever happened to me. i sometimes think just sitting with you is better than any make out session we could have.” “i think so, too.”
one of them needs a date for a wedding or business event and so they have to fake date for a couple weeks/months
“i love your fingers. they’re so pretty.” “are you sure them being pretty is the thing you like about them?”
a character thinking to themselves “i love how they never make me feel like i’m something to finish with. they always cherish me.”
“if i make you uncomfortable, tell me.” “you don’t. you never have. its one of the things i love about you.”
“i think you’re one of my favorite people.”
“i love being around you.” “i love that you love being around me because i love being around you, too.”
the moment when the jealousy from the other character pulling away to pursue a possible different love interest kicks in
“we’re kinda like a married couple, aren’t we?”
“i’m so proud of you.” and a shocked and slow response like “oh. thank you.” because they’re surprised it means so much to them that the other character would be proud
“i figured out that i love you this weekend and i just wanted tell you. i understand if you don't feel the same but i want you to know that the time we spent together means a lot to me and i’m glad we met—" "WAITTT YOU LOVE ME TOO????" "…………………………. TOO???"
they pull up to grab breakfast and one character just knows the others order by heart, no questions asked
“why are you so mad i’m talking to name? i thought you said you wanted to end this. you did.”
^ having to explain (or not explaining but thinking) that they wanted to end it in a “i don’t wanna be fwb i wanna be DATING you” way
they realize they love the other person because as soon as anything big happens in their life their first reflex is to tell them
“stop, i’m ticklish.” “i know.”
“i love you. have i told you that?” “oh my God. no you haven’t.” “……………. oh.”
consider when writing it : what are the stakes? more than just “losing a good friendship”, what would be so wrong with one character confessing their love to another? who else is involved? any secondary love interests? when do your characters realize they love each other and why? is it requited at first, if at all?
also if you know any books with this trope tell me. for research purposes of course.
