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Heard something strange echoing through the dungeons? Your common room buzzing with wild theories and suspicious side-eyes? This is the out-of-character spot to gather the clues, piece together the mayhem, and catch up on all the delightful drama unfolding around Hogwarts and Hogsmeade.
Please keep this thread focused on Hogwarts plot-related updates only. If it’s about what your student is up to outside the main Hogwart plot, please post that over in the Wizarding World chat thread instead.
Remember: if your student didn’t see it, hear it, or hear about it from someone else in-character… they don’t know it happened! (No omniscient teenagers, please.)
Now go forth and speculate wildly, sleuth cleverly, and enjoy the chaos.
Headmaster - Prof. Wilber Winterbottom (Wilber Winterbottom)
School Staff
Ancient Runes - Prof. E. Cox (sweetpinkpixie) Arithmancy - Prof. Ravi Prasad (NPC) Astronomy - Prof. Marion Burbage (Marion Burbage) CoMC - Prof. Kraetos Menon (Charely Potter) Charms - Prof. Ean Feirgrund (Charely Potter) DADA - Prof. Dhruv Khanna (FearlessLeader19) Divination - Prof. Sarika Joshi (FearlessLeader19) Flying - Prof. Jasmine Springer (PhoenixRising) Herbology - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline) History of Magic - Prof. Vashti Amstern (AlwaysSnapesGirl) Muggle Studies - Prof. Bleu Berry (NPC) Potions - Prof. E. Cox (sweetpinkpixie) Transfiguration - Prof. Aurora Stone (Holmesian Feline)
Caretaker - House Elves Librarian - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline) Groundskeeper - Prof. Dhruv Khanna (FearlessLeader19) Healer - Prof. Ean Feirgrund (Charely Potter)
School Poltergeist - Peeves School Ghost - Moaning Myrtle House Elves - Algamus, Argyle, Beezley, Nimma, Pips, Quirly, Schmoop, Tinka, Tippin, Toddles
Extracurriculars see this thread for more information
♦ CLASSES
Alchemy - Prof. E. Cox (sweetpinkpixie), Prof. Aurora Stone (Holmesian Feline) Apparition - Department of Magical Transportation Art - Prof. Bleu Berry (Bleu Berry) Frog Choir - Prof. Kraetos Menon (Charely Potter) Gobbledegook - Prof. E. Cox (sweetpinkpixie), Prof. Ravi Prasad (Ravi Prasad) Latin - Prof. E. Cox (sweetpinkpixie) Magical Theory - Prof. Aurora Stone (Holmesian Feline) Mermish - Prof. Dhruv Khanna (Fearlessleader19) Orchestra - Prof. Wilber Winterbottom (Wilber Winterbottom) Troll - Prof. Kraetos Menon (Charely Potter) Wandlore - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline)
♦ GAMES & SPORTS
Gobstones - Prof. Ean Feirgrund (Charely Potter) Quidditch - Prof. Jasmine Springer (PhoenixRising) Quiz Bowl - Prof. Sarika Joshi (Fearlessleader19), Prof. Vashti Amstern (AlwaysSnapesGirl) Wizard's Chess - Prof. Jasmine Springer (PhoenixRising)
♦ ORGANIZATIONS
The Bookworms - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline), Prof. Vashti Amstern (AlwaysSnapesGirl) Creature Companions - Prof. Kraetos Menon (Charely Potter) Drama - Prof. Bleu Berry (Bleu Berry) Duelling Club - Prof. Dhruv Khanna (Fearlessleader19) Healers of Tomorrow - Prof. Ean Feirgrund (Charely Potter) Health and Wellness Group - Prof. Sarika Joshi (Fearlessleader19), Prof. Jasmine Springer (PhoenixRising) H.E.R.B (Horticultural & Ecological Research Brigade) - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline) Magical Debate - Prof. Vashti Amstern (AlwaysSnapesGirl), Prof. Wilber Winterbottom (Wilber Winterbottom) The Quill - Prof. Ravi Prasad (Ravi Prasad) Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare - Prof. Marion Burbage (Marion Burbage) Wizard Card Collectors' Club - Prof. Marion Burbage (Marion Burbage)
Gryffindor House Ghost - Nearly Headless Nick Head of House - Prof. Ean Feirgrund (Charely Potter)
Hufflepuff House Ghost - Fat Friar Head of House - Prof. Vashti Amstern (AlwaysSnapesGirl)
Ravenclaw House Ghost - Grey Lady Head of House - Prof. Marcus Cole (Holmesian Feline)
Slytherin House Ghost - Bloody Baron Head of House - Prof. Dhruv Khanna (Fearlessleader19)
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The headmaster has made his speech.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wilber Winterbottom
Wilbur was late, was late, for a very important date! Or rather, a feast and a speech in this case.
The not-too-old man jogged along the way, nearly bumping into a few students in the Entrance Hall who were loitering, shooing them onward with a cheery, "Best find yourselves a seat soon! You won’t want to miss this speech, I assume you. It’ll be brighter than a festival tent full of swooping fwoopers but twice as colourful and less noisy!" One student happened to graciously offer him some colourful feathers to adorn, and why, he couldn’t resist that. The feathers were quickly folded to resemble a circlet around his shiny head. He eventually stopped short of the doors when he made his grand entrance. His face was sun-kissed from the reminiscence of the summer heat, waving as a sparkle of stars left his bedazzled hands. The Sorting Hat had long been put away by one of the staff members. Due to his early absence, Professor Menon had the Frog Choir step in to fill the gap with a splendid rendition of the Hogwarts theme song. It was a shame he missed out on the earlier conversations and snacks, but this display was a treat on its own.
Beaming, he shuffled down the rows of tables toward the dais, his hands rising and falling like a conductor’s (but of an old habit from his days leading the Hogwarts Choir) guiding the final echoes of laughter and chatter as they rang through the hall as his own boisterous voice joined in the final few notes of the school’s esteemed anthem - his own tune reminiscent of that of Greensleeves as was so beloved by his dearly departed wife.
As the last of the voices were still echoing off the stone walls, the Headmaster stepped up to the podium amidst the applause, his fingernails individually painted with all of Hogwarts house colours. His eyes twinkled as he looked upon each of the students before offering his Hogwarts faculty that was equal parts appreciation (for maintaining merriment and order in his absence) as it was effervescent. His positively besotted disposition would surely come as no surprise to any of them, considering his bubbly like a cauldron set to high heat pitch during an earlier faculty meeting. With a flourish, he turned towards the Great Hall with his arms once again held high and waited for the noise to settle down to quiet.
Pausing, he smiled, before brandishing his hands out, "Welcome! Welcome! To another year at Hogwarts!" Wilbur breathed out a gleeful sigh of relief. “It brings me great pleasure seeing all returning and newly sorted faces here. Be thoughtful, be wise, be patient, be resourceful, and of course, make good use of the time you have dedicated to your studies and making friendships harbour.” Adding, "This year, we have a slight change in staff, our resounding History of Magic Professor, who once graced these halls as Head Girl, Professor Amstern, now serves as Head of Hufflepuff house." Allowing time for her to make an acknowledgement amidst the applause.
"Now that’s not all the news we have today. Having spent a summer dedicated to the fine arts and learning about the importance of fresh change, behold, you may have noticed a fresh coat of paint amongst the hallways. This year we will be dedicating to promoting House unity and Hogwarts pride, rounding off the year with a little big something I think you all will find quite festive. In due time, you will receive further details through your Professors and Head of Houses." But of course, he would not say much more. The mystery of such events is left to one’s imagination and anticipation. "Now, on the more competitive side of said House pride. Gobstones and Quidditch tryouts will take place among our other extracurricular activities. Be sure to take a look at notices around the school for that, as well as speaking with Professor Feirgrund for information on joining Summer Gobstones and Professor Springer for Summer Quidditch through U-17."
He paused to allow this information to sink in and finally lowered his arms while his hands and fingers remained as animated as ever.
"As said throughout the years, I strongly caution all students from taking a stroll through the Forbidden Forest unsupervised and without permission. If you happen to see something or someone attempting to enter or arrive from the forest, do tell, as the safety of others most certainly is the exception to all tattletale peer pressures. I’m quite sure their ghost would’ve appreciated someone looking out for them." And finally, some closure, "Now, with all that said and done. I offer you some key advice to make your year one for the books: Take note of your surroundings and think, how can I improve? Where can I improve? The choice is in your hands. And with that said." Clapping his hands, a shower of glitter flew from under the sleeves of his robes, before the tables filled with all the food. "Dig in!"
And fear not, dear colleagues ― he had a perfectly marvellous pun waiting in the wings, stretching its legs and clearing its throat, as tradition so cheerfully dictated.
Chaser: Ariel Scamander, 5th year
Chaser: Elizabeth Coleman, 5th Year
Chaser: Madison Gutierrez, 7th year CAPTAIN
Beater: Todd Bennett 6th year
Beater: Diego Melo-Dreamer, 4th year
Keeper: Marina García Massey, 2nd year
Seeker: Linda Harris 6th year
RESERVES:
1. Janice Walker, 4th year
2. Brad England, 3rd year
3. Harry Noris, 2nd year
Hufflepuff
Text Cut: Hufflepuff team roster
Chaser: Jess Coleman, 5th year
Chaser: Charity Barker, 2nd year
Chaser: Darryl Gonzalez, 5th year - CAPTAIN
Beater: Jakub Patterson, 7th year
Beater: Samuel Brown, 3rd year
Keeper: Levi Singh-Phora, 2nd year
Seeker: Lindsay Griffin, 5th year
RESERVES:
1. Giorgos Taylor, 1st year
2. Els Hunter, 4th year
3. Jonas Hill, 5th year
Ravenclaw
Text Cut: Ravenclaw team roster
Chaser: Jaime Copper, 7th year
Chaser: Joshua Wilson, 5th year
Chaser: Harry Goldfinch, 4th year
Beater: Imogene Aves, 5th year
Beater: Skye Salmander, 5th year
Keeper: Indigo Flower, 7th year CAPTAIN
Seeker: Zephyr Amstern, 4th year
RESERVES:
1. Sharon Sparrow, 2nd year
2. Olivia Wilson, 3rd year
3. Thomas Brown, 3rd year
Slytherin
Text Cut: Slytherin team roster
Chaser: Meghan Miller, 4th year
Chaser: JT Forsfelle, 6th year
Chaser: Calliope Barrington, 4th year
Beater: James Garcia, 5th year
Beater: Rebekah Bryant, 5th year
Keeper: Olivia Rodriguez, 7th year CAPTAIN
Seeker: Freya Fleming, 2nd year
RESERVES:
1. Tiffany Rose, 6th year (reserve beater)
2. Daisy Watson, 3rd year
3. Dora Chen, 3rd year
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The end of term Speech has been made!
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wilber Winterbottom
The hour was getting late, and Wilber found himself, by his own generous estimation, just a touch overdue to impart a few words. With a soft exhale and a small, resolute nod to no one in particular, he gathered himself and began ascending the steps to the dais. The Headmaster stood at the centre of the dais and, for a moment, he said nothing at all, simply taking in the sight before him: four Houses no longer just divided by colour, but alive with it nonetheless―interwoven, overlapping, and shared. The twinkle in his eyes danced with the reflection of the enchanted ceiling, showcasing the colourful fireworks above. The last of the chatter died down once his hands were outstretched.
“My dear students… colleagues… and those of you wondering how quickly I might wrap this up… rest assured, I shall do my best to be both meaningful and merciful.”
His voice boomed throughout the Great Hall, and a small smile flickered across his face.
“This term has asked something rather particular of all of us. Not simply to excel, not simply to compete… but to consider what it means to belong not just to a House… but to a whole.”
He turned slightly, gesturing with an open hand toward the banners that adorned the hall.
“Several terms ago, we had a castle that had, quite literally, lost its colour. And we saw, together, how it was restored. Not by one House. Not by one idea. But by many hands, many minds… and a shared determination to mend what had been fractured.” His gaze softened, and his smile widened. “And I have watched — quite closely, I might add, with the keen observational skills of a man who has absolutely not knocked over three teacups this week alone — as you have carried that lesson forward.”
He paused a moment to take a few steps across the stage.
“You have competed with pride, yes, but also with respect. You have supported one another across House lines. You have, in ways both small and extraordinary, remembered that the strength of Hogwarts has never been found in its divisions… but in how we choose to stand together despite them.”
He let that settle, his smile almost brighter than the shine off the top of his head from the lanternlight.
“And so, it is my great pleasure to begin our recognitions this evening. First, to our House Cup winners…” A gentle lift of his hand, and the banners above shimmered. “Hufflepuff House. For your consistency, your kindness, and your quiet but steadfast determination—you have reminded us all that loyalty and hard work are not merely admirable traits… but powerful ones.” A storm of cheering and feet stomping from the Hufflepuffs filled the room. His head tilted slightly in the direction of Hufflepuff's potted pride. A signal for them to settle themselves before he continued on. “And, if I may—proof that slow and steady doesn’t just win the race… it also remembers to bring snacks along the way.”
The Headmaster took a breath then, allowing for any applause or cheers that may come.
“And to Ravenclaw House—who have claimed both the Quidditch Cup and the Gobstones Cup this term. Proof that sharp minds and sharper aim can be a rather formidable combination.” A quieter storm of cheering filled the room that caused him to pause before it subsided. “And let us not overlook the valiant hearts and bold spirits of Gryffindor, nor the keen minds and quiet ambition of Slytherin this evening. Both houses have added no small measure of brilliance and ingenuity to our celebrations this evening.”
He let the applause rise and fall once more before continuing.
“To all of our professors…You have guided, steadied, encouraged, and on more than one occasion very bravely tolerated the creative interpretations of your lesson plans.” A knowing look was passed along to his colleagues. “Hogwarts stands because of you. And I thank you for your patience, your care, and your unwavering commitment to the young people gracing the Great Hall tonight.”
His gaze lingered a moment longer among his colleagues before returning to the students, something quieter settling in his expression.
“And to our graduating seventh years—congratulations, my dears. You arrived here as curious young people, and you leave as something rather extraordinary. I look forward to reading your memory book entries later… though I may need several cups of tea and a handkerchief or five to get through them.”
The twinkle in his eyes intensified, arms spreading wide as though he were trying to envelope the whole of the hall in one great, big bear hug.
“And to you—every student in this hall… You have done something remarkable this term. You have proven that House pride need not come at the expense of school unity. That wearing your colours brightly does not mean dimming someone else’s.” He gestured lightly to the hall again, now alive with blended decoration and cheer. “You have, quite beautifully, shown us that unity is not the absence of difference… but the celebration of it. And so, as we look forward — not just to the summer, though I suspect many of you are already halfway there in spirit—but to the years ahead, I leave you with this:”
His eyes twinkled again, though there was something steadier beneath them.
“Carry your colours with pride. But never forget—you are part of something far greater than any one House. You are part of Hogwarts. And Hogwarts… is at its very best when all of its colours shine together.” A brief pause followed, and then, with a gentle lift of one finger: “And if ever you find yourself at odds with one another, I encourage you to remember—unity is a bit like a good cup of tea. It requires patience, a bit of care… and the good sense not to let it stew into something bitter or boil over.”
His gaze swept fondly across the hall.
“Now then… before I risk saying something truly dreadful in the name of tradition, I think it best I leave you to the far more important business of the evening. Enjoy, my dear students. You have more than earned it. Though do not enjoy yourselves so much that you oversleep. The Hogwarts Express will be as punctual as ever.”
And with that, Wilber passed the spotlight off to the next performer of the evening, another term at Hogwarts soon to enter into memory.
Merlin's Beard! [Term 72, Sept 2118 - June 2119] 
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Extracurriculars
Gryffindor
Hufflepuff
Ravenclaw
Slytherin
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It was a shame he missed out on the earlier conversations and snacks, but this display was a treat on its own.
Gobstones Rosters 
Gryffindor
Hufflepuff
Ravenclaw
Slytherin
Quidditch Rosters 
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