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GroundsHave a case of cabin castle fever? Best to take a break from all the stone corridors and go hang out by the lake, or explore the expansive school grounds. Don't forgive to send your regards to Bartholomew Henry!
A dozen white feathered Pekin ducks could be found gracefully swimming or sunning themselves in this pond in this pond. With their orangish-yellow legs and feet and short yellow beak, this particular variety of feathered creatures is among the friendliest of its species you will ever come across.
The rocky ledge surrounding the pond allows you to take a seat. You may even dip your feet into the pristine water if you like, just beware of the ducks wanting to take a nip at your feet for the fun of it. Or maybe they’ve mistaken your toes for a tasty treat? Speaking of treats… have you brought along a snack for these magnificent creatures? While bread is not high in nutritional value for them, they will accept fresh and small pieces of it. Lettuce, oats, seeds and cooked rice will also suffice.
Play nicely with the ducks! While they are social, they will not take kindly to anyone being cheeky with them!
OOC: You are free to RP for the ducks though there should be no serious injuries!
Ducks' Name:
White with black feathers on the tips of its wings - Daffy
~ Mrs. Steve Harrington ~ Claimed by Bits ❤️ ~ Queen of Typos ❄ Magical Mosh Pit ❄
Viano usually felt most at ease while on the Great Lake in one of those boats Professor Khanna kept in tip-top shape. There was a brief and silent debate about whether he wanted to laze about in a boat or say hi to the ducks. The ducks won. So, here was Vi, sitting on the end of the pond. His shoes were off and the bottom of his trousers were rolled up, safe and sound from the watery depth that was the home of these cute ducks.
That’s right. The sixth year found the feathered creatures cute.
Speaking of… the immediately began crowding him. Their eager quacking filled the air, and just maybe the sounds would have been annoying or too much for some, but Vi actually didn’t mind. “Let me guess,’’ he said, shoving strands of his long, dark hair out of his face. “You lot are hungry.” The quacking definitely rose an octave. Grinning, he fished out a small clear bag from a pocket. “Luckily, I brought some treats. Here, have at it, my friends!” A handful of crisp, lightly tan oats were thrown. Viano watched as the oats settled atop the water and the ducks scrambling for them subsequently. A light, bubbly feeling erupted in his chest; he knew he was doing some good and making the animals happy.
Hogwarts RPG Name: Gabriella Rose Rustokova (#CCOOCC)
Ravenclaw
Fifth Year
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Hi hi! Have a Gabby! <3
Otter This World ♡ Catpurrccino ♡ Slotherin ♡ Pandamonium
Now, when it came to where Gabs usually gravitated to on grounds, nearly everyone should know that was the duck pond. There was just something about sitting at the edge of the water surrounded by ducks that was so calming. Being a fifth year now, calm was what she needed anytime she could get. This was a big year, one to actually truly prove herself. And that would be done once she aced all her OWLs at the end of the term. Thankfully, this was still months and months away. So no harm done in taking a walk down to the water to visit her friends.
Gabby had hardly made it halfway to the pond when the sound of very excited ducks could be easily heard quacking away. Normally she would simply say that they were so loud because they sensed she was coming to see them. Only.. as she got closer did she see someone was already sitting there feeding them. Well, that explained that. So much for them knowing over her presence beforehand.
As for that other person, it didn't take her long to recognize who they were. A grin spreading across her face as she quietly made her way closer. A finger held up to her lips as if to tell the ducks not to alert the person of her arrival. This was silly though as they likely didn't understand this. Either way, she plopped down on an empty patch of grass at Viano's side. "Hey you," Gabs flashed him the normal smile, gently bumping her shoulder against his in greeting. "Trying to steal my friends away, hm?" This was said with a much more teasing tone even if her face remained completely serious.
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Days of Potter 2023:___________________________ Which Bertie Botts Flavour Are You? You are Bread!
~ Mrs. Steve Harrington ~ Claimed by Bits ❤️ ~ Queen of Typos ❄ Magical Mosh Pit ❄
SPOILER!!: We'll take the Gabby! <3
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Originally Posted by Kolyander
Now, when it came to where Gabs usually gravitated to on grounds, nearly everyone should know that was the duck pond. There was just something about sitting at the edge of the water surrounded by ducks that was so calming. Being a fifth year now, calm was what she needed anytime she could get. This was a big year, one to actually truly prove herself. And that would be done once she aced all her OWLs at the end of the term. Thankfully, this was still months and months away. So no harm done in taking a walk down to the water to visit her friends.
Gabby had hardly made it halfway to the pond when the sound of very excited ducks could be easily heard quacking away. Normally she would simply say that they were so loud because they sensed she was coming to see them. Only.. as she got closer did she see someone was already sitting there feeding them. Well, that explained that. So much for them knowing over her presence beforehand.
As for that other person, it didn't take her long to recognize who they were. A grin spreading across her face as she quietly made her way closer. A finger held up to her lips as if to tell the ducks not to alert the person of her arrival. This was silly though as they likely didn't understand this. Either way, she plopped down on an empty patch of grass at Viano's side. "Hey you," Gabs flashed him the normal smile, gently bumping her shoulder against his in greeting. "Trying to steal my friends away, hm?" This was said with a much more teasing tone even if her face remained completely serious.
Viano did, in fact, know that Gabs favoured the Duck Pond. He was always well attuned to what his friends favoured, even if he may not always address it verbally. She would be right in thinking there was something peaceful about the place. Perhaps it was the water, perhaps it was the ducks. Perhaps it was both. Either way, Vi was internally grateful that Professor Khanna maintained the place so efficiently.
Now, the Gryffindor wouldn’t say that the inhabitants of the pond were… psychic, or anything of the sort. Did Gabs really believe that? Or did she think that they somehow sniffed out her scent as she approached? Vi for sure had no clue of her arrival, being so enarmoured with the feathery creatures. He continued throwing fistfuls of oats at them - it was a good thing that he had brought a more than a decent amount.
Until Gabs plonked herself down next to him, that was the moment he became aware of her hyper little presence. “Gabs.” Vi smirked then bumped her shoulder back. “Oh?” He arched an eyebrow in pretend skepticism. “What makes you think these are your ducks? They’re clearly mine. Look at how much they love me.”
The Duck Pond 
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Ally! ^_^ 
