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DaniDiNardo · 01-16-2013, 10:15 PM

SPOILER!!: Professor

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Originally Posted by Roselyn

"Involved directly, no. That would be dishonorable to have an ambush set. On the other hand, outside the duel itself, there usually are bound to be witnesses, not to mention the assurance of a healer. Though this is not always the case." Unfortunately. "We'll get to more of this in a moment."

Not quite what she was looking for when it came to Code Duello, but it was a good observation to take into mind. "Unfortunately...yes. Nowadays, the idea of failing to show to a duel that was challenged is a little more relaxed than that of the older days. One would have been labeled as a coward, as Mister Stonevall mentioned, and it'd have been quite hard to come back from that title." Still was nowadays.

"There were times often when both duelists were kept in separate guarded rooms so they could not sneak off into the night or one could not harm their opponent before the duel to give them the advantage."

"No, Miss Hyde. That would just be someone trying to get another into trouble." Had this...happened? Or planned to happen? Medea contemplated what Laura was asking for a moment before speaking. "That would depend on a variety of factors; where the duel was taken place, who witnessed the cheating, and who the victim was. Naturally though, cheating is frowned upon. There will bound to be consequences from it, however light or severe they are."

"If it has been declared a fight to the death and you have the proper witnesses, as well as battled fairly, than no, you will not be punished for it." Physically that is. Emotionally was another story. "That hasn't stopped the suffering party from trying to set the authorities on the survivor in the past however."

Medea nodded. "A second is indeed wise to bring. Not only are they there to step into your place if you cannot continue the duel for whatever reason, death not being the only one, but they can be used as messengers of the like. Try and resolve the matter between the two parties before the duel actually begins. You don't see much of that nowadays though." It was all about the fighting.

The professor smiled and nodded. "Generally yes, due to the consequences of using the unforgivables, the duelists agree that they are not to be used...as well as any others they agree upon beforehand, unless, and only unless, the very rare case in which they are allowed. Very rarely, Miss Cambridge, has that ever happened. They are far too dangerous and far too unfair to work with."

Oh yes, she was hoping this was brought up. "Bowing and how many paces you take are just a small part of the duel but still are as important as the duel itself. Though bowing is more about respect than mutual acknowledgement of the rules. One can always take back their word if they so wish." However dishonorable it may be. "But it would indeed be dangerous to not follow the rules, not for just the duelists sake, but the onlookers as well."

"Not to mention, the less amount of paces there are, the more difficult the duel will be for the two opponents." she said, glancing over to West. "These duels usually end much quicker and with nasty results."

"Yes, exactly right." Medea nodded. "One should always have witnesses present as well as a healer. Those are a given, unless the duelists decide against it, in which that would be rather...foolish of them."

"A part of it, yes." The professor nodded. "Though, indeed, there are no limits when it comes to duels of, improper, nature."

More or less what she said, but Medea was happy enough with it. "Yes, exactly. Thank you, Miss Eventide." A little text-book sounding too, now that she thought of it. Hmmm.

...

"Yes, that...would be a very good rule."

That was a good question from Nigel. "Well, with these particular duels, if it were a fair fight, even if not so on your opponent's part, ...there's not much one can do if this comes to pass. Even so if death was not part of what was agreed upon, the surviving duelist could take the honorable approach of taking responsibility for the passing of his opponent, but other than what consequences may or may not arise from it, death is...unfortunately...irreversible. If family was not present at the time, news would be given quickly and they would decide what to do from there."

"Not necessarily, Miss Fairfield." Medea said, moving a little so her legs stretched out in front of her instead. "One can always back down from a duel, though it is generally frowned upon to do so." Even if she thought it was smart to pick your battles instead of being pressured into one by society's standards.

"Precisely, yes. Only may one use magical means to fight an opponent, though this doesn't necessarily mean just wands may be used. Duels can include a variety of other magical means, if decided upon beforehand."

As the students spoke, a list was being formed on the chalkboard, writing down their answers in the appropriate spot. Medea waited for a moment before adding a few of her own. "I think you all have done a pretty good job on the rules that Code Duello provides. Some more limits though include the length of time a duel may run for, the use of other weaponry, a specific list of spells, the number of casts a duelist may use whether that be in general or for specific spells, the allowance of replacement wands if necessary, the use of one's surroundings, and it can even go as far as what clothing one can wear."

"By 'other weaponry', I mean the use of potions or other magical objects of the like. And as it was stated before, completion points of duels include the first to disarm their opponent, disable their opponent, injuring their opponent, or to the death. Disabling by use of body-binding the opponent or similar occurrences."
The piece of chalk writing on the board finally settled down from scribbling furiously, pausing in mid-air, waiting. Medea paused for a minute, letting those who were taking notes to do so and let others have a moment for the information to sink in. Moving the two bags of pixie crisps and phoenix crackers in front of her, she opened each and scooted them ~~over Professor Flamsteed~~ to two students who sat in the front. "Feel free to take some and pass them around please."

There was another moment of silence before Medea continued. "Lets focus on duels in general for a moment. Does anyone know of any notable duels that happened in our history?"

Yeah...she figured it'd be something like that.

Using unforgivables in a duel didn't exactly sound like fair play, now did it? She could only imagine someone using one the moment the duel started...the other person wouldn't stand a chance.

Ooooo, crackers!

Lex waited for the bag to get to her then stuck her hand in and pulled out a few; not too much but enough to nibble on so she could be kept occupied, especially seeing as this wouldn't be much of a practical lesson.

She paused her nomming to look at the Professor when she asked a question. Immediately the girl froze. What's with asking a question like that?? Why would she do that?? This wasn't History of Magic class!!!!

These days, all the subjects seemed to be creeping in on each other's territory. That was all good and find until HISTORY was brought into a class like this!!!

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DaniDiNardo Crup Join Date: May 2012 Location: Over here! (GMT -5) Posts: 17,239 Hogwarts RPG Name: Ruth (Rae) Elliot Gryffindor First Year x12 x12	Yeah I broke that mirror, so what? ll NOT backward ll Official Gryfferin ll Lemon's favourite SPOILER!!: Professor Quote: Originally Posted by Roselyn "Involved directly, no. That would be dishonorable to have an ambush set. On the other hand, outside the duel itself, there usually are bound to be witnesses, not to mention the assurance of a healer. Though this is not always the case." Unfortunately. "We'll get to more of this in a moment." Not quite what she was looking for when it came to Code Duello, but it was a good observation to take into mind. "Unfortunately...yes. Nowadays, the idea of failing to show to a duel that was challenged is a little more relaxed than that of the older days. One would have been labeled as a coward, as Mister Stonevall mentioned, and it'd have been quite hard to come back from that title." Still was nowadays. "There were times often when both duelists were kept in separate guarded rooms so they could not sneak off into the night or one could not harm their opponent before the duel to give them the advantage." "No, Miss Hyde. That would just be someone trying to get another into trouble." Had this...happened? Or planned to happen? Medea contemplated what Laura was asking for a moment before speaking. "That would depend on a variety of factors; where the duel was taken place, who witnessed the cheating, and who the victim was. Naturally though, cheating is frowned upon. There will bound to be consequences from it, however light or severe they are." "If it has been declared a fight to the death and you have the proper witnesses, as well as battled fairly, than no, you will not be punished for it." Physically that is. Emotionally was another story. "That hasn't stopped the suffering party from trying to set the authorities on the survivor in the past however." Medea nodded. "A second is indeed wise to bring. Not only are they there to step into your place if you cannot continue the duel for whatever reason, death not being the only one, but they can be used as messengers of the like. Try and resolve the matter between the two parties before the duel actually begins. You don't see much of that nowadays though." It was all about the fighting. The professor smiled and nodded. "Generally yes, due to the consequences of using the unforgivables, the duelists agree that they are not to be used...as well as any others they agree upon beforehand, unless, and only unless, the very rare case in which they are allowed. Very rarely, Miss Cambridge, has that ever happened. They are far too dangerous and far too unfair to work with." Oh yes, she was hoping this was brought up. "Bowing and how many paces you take are just a small part of the duel but still are as important as the duel itself. Though bowing is more about respect than mutual acknowledgement of the rules. One can always take back their word if they so wish." However dishonorable it may be. "But it would indeed be dangerous to not follow the rules, not for just the duelists sake, but the onlookers as well." "Not to mention, the less amount of paces there are, the more difficult the duel will be for the two opponents." she said, glancing over to West. "These duels usually end much quicker and with nasty results." "Yes, exactly right." Medea nodded. "One should always have witnesses present as well as a healer. Those are a given, unless the duelists decide against it, in which that would be rather...foolish of them." "A part of it, yes." The professor nodded. "Though, indeed, there are no limits when it comes to duels of, improper, nature." More or less what she said, but Medea was happy enough with it. "Yes, exactly. Thank you, Miss Eventide." A little text-book sounding too, now that she thought of it. Hmmm. ... "Yes, that...would be a very good rule." That was a good question from Nigel. "Well, with these particular duels, if it were a fair fight, even if not so on your opponent's part, ...there's not much one can do if this comes to pass. Even so if death was not part of what was agreed upon, the surviving duelist could take the honorable approach of taking responsibility for the passing of his opponent, but other than what consequences may or may not arise from it, death is...unfortunately...irreversible. If family was not present at the time, news would be given quickly and they would decide what to do from there." "Not necessarily, Miss Fairfield." Medea said, moving a little so her legs stretched out in front of her instead. "One can always back down from a duel, though it is generally frowned upon to do so." Even if she thought it was smart to pick your battles instead of being pressured into one by society's standards. "Precisely, yes. Only may one use magical means to fight an opponent, though this doesn't necessarily mean just wands may be used. Duels can include a variety of other magical means, if decided upon beforehand." As the students spoke, a list was being formed on the chalkboard, writing down their answers in the appropriate spot. Medea waited for a moment before adding a few of her own. "I think you all have done a pretty good job on the rules that Code Duello provides. Some more limits though include the length of time a duel may run for, the use of other weaponry, a specific list of spells, the number of casts a duelist may use whether that be in general or for specific spells, the allowance of replacement wands if necessary, the use of one's surroundings, and it can even go as far as what clothing one can wear." "By 'other weaponry', I mean the use of potions or other magical objects of the like. And as it was stated before, completion points of duels include the first to disarm their opponent, disable their opponent, injuring their opponent, or to the death. Disabling by use of body-binding the opponent or similar occurrences." The piece of chalk writing on the board finally settled down from scribbling furiously, pausing in mid-air, waiting. Medea paused for a minute, letting those who were taking notes to do so and let others have a moment for the information to sink in. Moving the two bags of pixie crisps and phoenix crackers in front of her, she opened each and scooted them ~~over Professor Flamsteed~~ to two students who sat in the front. "Feel free to take some and pass them around please." There was another moment of silence before Medea continued. "Lets focus on duels in general for a moment. Does anyone know of any notable duels that happened in our history?" Yeah...she figured it'd be something like that. Using unforgivables in a duel didn't exactly sound like fair play, now did it? She could only imagine someone using one the moment the duel started...the other person wouldn't stand a chance. Ooooo, crackers! Lex waited for the bag to get to her then stuck her hand in and pulled out a few; not too much but enough to nibble on so she could be kept occupied, especially seeing as this wouldn't be much of a practical lesson. She paused her nomming to look at the Professor when she asked a question. Immediately the girl froze. What's with asking a question like that?? Why would she do that?? This wasn't History of Magic class!!!! These days, all the subjects seemed to be creeping in on each other's territory. That was all good and find until HISTORY was brought into a class like this!!! __________________ Imma say all the words inside my head____________________________________ ______________________________I'm fired up and tired of the way that things are said.