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Camille blinked as she was listening to the a-bit-confusing-but-slowly-turned-into-an-understandable discussion. Gamp's Laws?, she tried to refresh her mind;remembering the stuff some of her older brothers talk about when she was still young and carefree[?]. isn`t that dealing with..um, cannot transfigure anything/one out of nothing??,she questioned herself. `cos basically, transfiguration is turning or transforming something into another thing unharmed or something the like,she just shrugged thinking to herself. she just let out a little sigh gradually listening at the class` current discussion; slowly analyzing the confusing stuff.
Timothy by all means, did not intend to gross anyone else out, especially the nice slytherin girl across the room. Sadly the professor hadn't answered the question, so he sat in silence...afraid to answer again.
Gold raised a hand. "They are basically principles that strive to explain Wizarding Physics, sir," she said. "The most common is, of course, that of Elemental Transfiguration. It details on what we can, and can not, create with the use of magic. Basically, you can say they are there to help us understand how magic works. Food, for example. You can not create that, and hence it is an exception to the Law of Elemental Transfiguration."
She lowered her hand, then, all thoughtful. Professor Kingsley was simplifying things, and she was grateful for that. She had never been as good at theory, as at the practical side of Transfiguration. She didn't always have the right words to put to use, or to explain her mind. Well, that was why she was here. To learn what she didn't know. Extend her knowledge. Gold eyed her notebook for a bit, and then gaave Alex a gentle, little look.
"I can take her there, if she would like someone to accompany her, sir," she offered, out loud.
Preston stood next to the board, chalk in hand. This was still something he preferred doing by hand, even if he could simply charm the blackboard to record the notes.
"Yes, thank you. In this case, Gamp's Laws, refers to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguration, and when Miss Stone mentioned food, she pointed us to the Five Principal Exceptions. Some, though it is not entirely accurate to do so, will simply say Gamp's Laws, plural, to indicate the Five Exceptions."
Preston added words around what had already been on the board, and erased the 's' with his hand, so the board read 'The Five Principle Exceptions to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguruation.'
Underneath it, he wrote 1. Food.
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More unsavory... her question wasn't unsavory! And he didn't answer it. Hmph. Well then, she'll just have to stay after class to have it answered. Because she really did want to know if that was possible.
Writing a few things down in her notes, trying to understand what the Professor was saying, she instead, thought to draw the picture out instead. It seemed pictures helped her more than actual listening and writing. Just, hopefully she drew the concept out correctly. Hmm, would a mouse live on forever if you kept changing it into a teacup for three years after every few months? Could HUMANS live on forever if that happened?
Looking back up to the Professor when he went onto Gamp's Laws, Evelyn thought about it for a moment, trying to think of the laws that she knew of. Hearing the Gold girl explain what Gamp's Laws were actually made her remember one. "There is another...that states one can't bring the dead back to life again...i think." she said after raising her hand.
Which was a shame of course, but also rather useful. Still though...
"Yes, very good Miss Flores. That is one part, yes."
Underneath he added 2. Life
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:: Ehgad knew one and raised his hand, "Money cannot be created." He laughed and added, "Or else there'd be rich wizards all over the place." His mind thought more about it and he continued, "It would make many problems if galleons were like grass in a field." ::
"Excellent, Mister Jarvey. Excellent."
Add 3. Money.
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Xylon raised a hand.
"One of the laws tells that you can't create love," he said simply. "I mean, we can whip up potions to imitate it but the infatuation only lasts as long as the effects of the potion. We can't create actual love."
Preston spun around, smiling. Yes! This was the right way to go. They knew what they couldn't do. Perhaps this would help understand what actually happened.
"Well done. And thank you for the example."
Preston turned back to the board and added. 4. Love.
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Daniel Raised his hand and said, "another is that we cannot create anything out of thin air. I mean we cannot create food from basically nothing." he then lowered his hand and smiled.
Preston turned, resting an elbow in his hand and tapping the chalk thoughtfully. "Almost. Food cannot be created from nothing, as some of your classmates have said. So that is correct. However, I can conjure a teacup. It won't have been transported from somewhere else and will seem to have just appeared out of nothing. You can't do that with food. So there's a bit of a difference."
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Hmm. Brody had heard something like this, but she wasn't too sure. Maybe her father had mentioned it or something. She raised her hand, before speaking. "Isn't one of the laws related to magical injures? Like how some injures, when caused by dark magic can't be healed?" She wasn't too sure. But it was a try right?
Preston turned to the young woman. "While accurate that some dark injuries are indeed incapable of being healed, it doesn't fall under the Principal Exceptions. It would, however, fall under the larger umbrella of the laws, or principles, that govern magic, so still an astute observation to make." Preston gave her a nod.
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Hmm amy rootled in her bag and pulled out a hair band of no importance and set it on the table and listened to the other students
He took notice of Miss Samson before moving on.
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He loved and was very impressed how vocal the Professor was and how he explain things so clearly and precisely. Truth be told he didn't really understand what Transfiguration really was till now. Although he did know the essence and fundamental of the said subject before, there were really things that were bothering him about the subject and he was immensely grateful that as their discussion goes by, he learns new things and get to have a different perspective of the subject.
"So Professor, If Gold were to turn into a cat and have its, say, 'nature, and although that cat is a completely another thing and don't look like Gold anymore, she could still retain of who she really is and how she looks like because the essence of her remains?
"The thing that is bothering me, Sir, is what the essence of hers that remains," He started, smiling slightly and with utter curious tone, he continued, "Is it the strands of her hair? The blood that runs through her veins and arteries? Or perhaps, is it the memories and the love she possesses before she's been made a cat that remains?
"Or is it the whole being of her? Her nature. Her nature and the sheer fact that she is a human and whatever she may transformed into, she will still be always a human 'cause she's a born human, destined to be human...
"Is that really is the essence of a person?"
He wasn't really sure 'bout what he was saying but at least, he articulated what he would want to know and all. In hope that he would get a proper and justifiable explanation, he sighed and took a deep breath. Guh, he did forget to breathe while answering.
And he raised his hand once again upon hearing the Professor's question. "Sir, I think Gamp's law says that we can't transfigure a thing, say a quill, into absolutely nothing and vice versa. Albeit you can make a thing vanish, you can't be so assured that it's been completely vanished.. that it's forever gone. And even the vanishing spell transforms a thing into some other thing. Reducto, for example, vanishes things and transforms it into pure powder."
Preston smiled and nodded. "A very insightful, advanced question. I'm impressed. There isn't a quick and simple answer, and I fear the discussion may be more suited for a room of only advanced students. I don't want to lose anyone." Preston paused. "But, we will have that conversation, yes. I will be making an announcement after class that may interest those of you who have want of further discussion."
Preston paused again, before addressing his example. "Again, like Miss Summers, you've named something that would fall under the larger umbrella of Gamp's Law, but is not a principal exception. But you're right; if I vanish a teacup, I did not destroy it. The question of where it is, is a discussion for another time. And, reducto, I would argue, doesn't vanish an item. There's powder. It simply... made it something different. Like burning a log makes ash."
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Iris listened to the professor talk, finding herself getting more and more confused as he spoke. Why would he want to turn Gold into a cat? He didn't make much sense.
As he asked the question, Iris smiled, glad to know that there was at least SOMETHING that she knew. She raised her hand slowly before speaking, "Uh... Gamps Law says that food can't be produced out of nothingness. You can make more of what you have, or move it to somewhere else, but you can't just create it from nothing." Iris looked at the professor as she finished speaking, wondering what other people were going to say.
"Excellent, yes. Thank you for further clarifying the exception of food." He added a note to the board.
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Alcemee tried to think of an answer that none of the other students had probably said. She raised her hand and said, "I'm not certain about this...but I think you can't transfigure a dead person or animal into a living one."
Preston smiled. "Yes, there is some nuance there, but you are correct in that you cannot restore life to a dead creature.
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Dianna raised her hand at this question.
"Ah.. The Geminio Curse can cause the illusion of gold or any money.. but after a while will turn back into dead leaves or dirt so it is merely and illusion and is worthless in value.." she lowered her hand and hoped that her answer is accepted.
Preston nodded again. "Yes, thank you for adding more detail."
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Rae completely understood what the Professor was saying, this was her favorite subject so she had tried harder in this class than any other one. Then she heard a familiar voice... Her eyes darted around until she saw Xylon talking about not being able to create love or something. She didn't even know he was in this class, did he come in late? She smiled at him then turned her attention back to Professor Kingsley, so she would not fall behind. She had also forgotten that she had picked something up out of the box. and her bracelet was still clutched in her hand. She slid the bracelet back on and waited for answers to be called out.
Professor Kingsley's eyes strayed to Miss Quirregan. After her visit to his office, he wanted to make sure she was keeping up.
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Cadence listened very, very closely as the Professor explained, and it cleared up her confusing immensely, which made her smile. She took notes, but didn't dare look away from the Professor, and she barely breathed. She didn't want to miss anything that could be important and lead her back down the path of confusion. oo! And now they were supposed to answer questions again. Gamp's Laws... Gamp's Laws. This was so important. Why couldn't she remember all of them? Well, she'd give it a try. Raising her hand, she said, "Professor, would one be that you can't transfigure something into nothing or non-existence? I mean, that makes sense, right? Because of what you said about there being a tether to what something was before, and if you transfigured something into nothing then that tether wouldn't remain!" she said brightly, feeling very proud of herself for this answer.
Preston turned and considered a moment. "A well-made connection to what I mentioned before. Again, we may be treading too close to advanced theory and the problem of language we had earlier, so I'm going to pull us back a moment. But good thinking. I like to see that."
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"The Five Principle Exceptions speak, to put it simply, to what cannot be created. Other examples that were given that I have not added are still part of what we know about how this magic works, or doesn't, so well done, all of you."
"You've named four," he said, tapping the board. "Food. Money. Love. Life. And the fifth, is magical items." He added it to the board.
"Food cannot be conjured. It can be transported so it appears to have come from nowhere, but that isn't actually the case. Money cannot be conjured. The illusion of money, certainly, like Leprechaun gold or multiplied galleons, but it is an illusion that doesn't last. Same with love. Authentic love cannot be created. The illusion, through potions or otherwise, yes. But not actual love. Life, as well. If I make a teacup into a mouse, to reuse and example, I have created the appearance of life, not actual life. Because at some point, the spell will wear off and the mouse becomes a teacup again. And finally, you may be able to conjure something that looks like a wand, a timeturner or polyjuice potion, but it will not work. You cannot conjure an item with magical properties. Summon, yes. But not create."
Preston paused, adding notes to the board.
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The Five Principle Exceptions to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguration
1. Food - cannot be conjured; you can summon if you know where it is.
2. Life - cannot restore actual life to a dead creature; cannot create life, only the appearance thereof.
3. Money - cannot be conjured or multiplied permanently.
4. Love - cannot be manufactured; infatuation can be.
5. Magical Items - cannot conjure items with magical properties. Will be the item in appearance only, not function.
Turning back to the class, he smiled. "Does this help clarify what I meant by appearances? Something can look like it has life, but it actually isn't life? Are there any questions before we move on?"
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Selena quickly copied down the notes quickly, her quill scribbling furiously. Gosh. That was a lot... not really. She'd rather sleep right now though. Selena bit her tongue so she'd stay awake. She hated taking notes. She looked up when she was finished. She wondered what they would be transfiguring today... if they were going to at all...
Alex wrote down the Fives Laws smiling, notes ensured as something to study off of. She then put her quill down next to her wand and necklace and looked up to the Professor. She couldn't wait to see what they were going to be doing today.
It was sad that one could not restore life to the dead, but Timothy copied down the list, the professor had answered his questions and he was satisfied. He would have to see if there was a way to break these laws....
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Five laws of exceptions....... hmm, seemed there was a little more to transfiguration than Fletcher had once thought. But he knew, yeah, he KNEW that one about food! Ha! Melanie was a good tutor it seemed.
The boy chose not to jot down any notes, of course, and instead polished off another cupcake. He pushed the one he just had to share with the professor forward a little on his desk and nodded toward the man.
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Turning back to the class, he smiled. "Does this help clarify what I meant by appearances? Something can look like it has life, but it actually isn't life? Are there any questions before we move on?"
Gold raised a hand. "The difference between actual life and animation or existence, sir?" She offered, quietly. Once again, that was only her understanding of the subject - or, rather, the specific topic they were tackling - and that said, it could be very flawed, in some places. "Or perception and reality. To someone without a proper understanding of the subject, it would look like it is very possibly to create 'life,' without magic - but --" her tones turned more thoughtful. "-- We can not create a soul." Not create life, in its bare and complete essence. The sixth year reflected on this, lowered her hand, and then raised it again, as she remembered something.
"I have a question, professor," she said politely. "Some sources state 'information,' as an exception to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguration. Would that be inference, sir, or is it an actual part of the Law?" Which, Gold thought, they were studying at a standard consistent, with their level. She knew at least two books, dedicated only to a complete elaboration of the said Law of Elemental Transfiguration.
Turning back to the class, he smiled. "Does this help clarify what I meant by appearances? Something can look like it has life, but it actually isn't life? Are there any questions before we move on?"
Treyen nodded. But, maaaan, this was soooooo difficult! AWESOME! But difficult. Sigh. He was understanding, at least, and you could see he was trying his best, even if his puzzled eyebrows made it look like he was not following, HE WAS...it's just...he was thinking, very much.
He liked it.
His head shook from side to side. No questions so far. But a certain cupcake looked delicious.
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Carter nodded as the Professor talked. Everything seemed to make sense to him. He took a few notes and waited for the Professor to continue. This was one step in understanding the theory. And if he could understand the theory... well, then anything could be possible.
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This seemed very elementary to Marilyn...Who didn't know you couldn't conjure food?
Life? Negative. Love? Double negative.
Magical items? Didn't she wish... A time turner would have been greatly appreciated a year or so ago. Anyway...
And it was quite obvious that money couldn't be conjured...If it could, there'd be better dressed people walking around the castle. Prehaps she'd offer makeovers...
Feeling no need to vocalize her opinion on anything that had been said, the blonde continued to take notes like a perfect student should.
Behaving this sweetly and nice was really making her nausous.
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After scribbling down the information the teacher wanted on a piece of parchment and left it on her desk..
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House and Year: Gryffindor, First Year.
What personal item you brought: wrapped chocolate bar.
.. she was completely immersed with the Professor's explanation of Gamp's Law that her eyes were rounded dreamily at the sea of information she was about to absorb ... hopefully correctly.
"I have a question Professor!" she raised her hands, "howcome Life eh..." she stared off confusing herself but then shook her head apologetically. She lost her question, "sorry, i think i understood it".
"The Five Principle Exceptions speak, to put it simply, to what cannot be created. Other examples that were given that I have not added are still part of what we know about how this magic works, or doesn't, so well done, all of you."
"You've named four," he said, tapping the board. "Food. Money. Love. Life. And the fifth, is magical items." He added it to the board.
"Food cannot be conjured. It can be transported so it appears to have come from nowhere, but that isn't actually the case. Money cannot be conjured. The illusion of money, certainly, like Leprechaun gold or multiplied galleons, but it is an illusion that doesn't last. Same with love. Authentic love cannot be created. The illusion, through potions or otherwise, yes. But not actual love. Life, as well. If I make a teacup into a mouse, to reuse and example, I have created the appearance of life, not actual life. Because at some point, the spell will wear off and the mouse becomes a teacup again. And finally, you may be able to conjure something that looks like a wand, a timeturner or polyjuice potion, but it will not work. You cannot conjure an item with magical properties. Summon, yes. But not create."
Preston paused, adding notes to the board.
The Five Principle Exceptions to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguration
1. Food - cannot be conjured; you can summon if you know where it is.
2. Life - cannot restore actual life to a dead creature; cannot create life, only the appearance thereof.
3. Money - cannot be conjured or multiplied permanently.
4. Love - cannot be manufactured; infatuation can be.
5. Magical Items - cannot conjure items with magical properties. Will be the item in appearance only, not function.
Turning back to the class, he smiled. "Does this help clarify what I meant by appearances? Something can look like it has life, but it actually isn't life? Are there any questions before we move on?"
Adelyn carefully took note of everything the Professor was saying. The lesson was slowly beginning to make sense to her. She didn't raise her hand to ask a question, however, because everyone else seemed to be asking the same questions she had. So, Adelyn just kept her mouth shut, listening and watching intently, as she fiddled absentmindedly with the thin, silver bracelet in her hand.
Selena quickly copied down the notes quickly, her quill scribbling furiously. Gosh. That was a lot... not really. She'd rather sleep right now though. Selena bit her tongue so she'd stay awake. She hated taking notes. She looked up when she was finished. She wondered what they would be transfiguring today... if they were going to at all...
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Alex wrote down the Fives Laws smiling, notes ensured as something to study off of. She then put her quill down next to her wand and necklace and looked up to the Professor. She couldn't wait to see what they were going to be doing today.
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It was sad that one could not restore life to the dead, but Timothy copied down the list, the professor had answered his questions and he was satisfied. He would have to see if there was a way to break these laws....
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Treyen nodded. But, maaaan, this was soooooo difficult! AWESOME! But difficult. Sigh. He was understanding, at least, and you could see he was trying his best, even if his puzzled eyebrows made it look like he was not following, HE WAS...it's just...he was thinking, very much.
He liked it.
His head shook from side to side. No questions so far. But a certain cupcake looked delicious.
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Carter nodded as the Professor talked. Everything seemed to make sense to him. He took a few notes and waited for the Professor to continue. This was one step in understanding the theory. And if he could understand the theory... well, then anything could be possible.
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Ellie noted down all of what was on the board. And looked back up at the professor. It made much more sense now.
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Luna smiled, writing down the Five Laws. This was good she looked up as the teacher started talking.
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This seemed very elementary to Marilyn...Who didn't know you couldn't conjure food?
Life? Negative. Love? Double negative.
Magical items? Didn't she wish... A time turner would have been greatly appreciated a year or so ago. Anyway...
And it was quite obvious that money couldn't be conjured...If it could, there'd be better dressed people walking around the castle. Prehaps she'd offer makeovers...
Feeling no need to vocalize her opinion on anything that had been said, the blonde continued to take notes like a perfect student should.
Behaving this sweetly and nice was really making her nausous.
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Adelyn carefully took note of everything the Professor was saying. The lesson was slowly beginning to make sense to her. She didn't raise her hand to ask a question, however, because everyone else seemed to be asking the same questions she had. So, Adelyn just kept her mouth shut, listening and watching intently, as she fiddled absentmindedly with the thin, silver bracelet in her hand.
Preston observed the class furiously finishing copying down the exceptions. They didn't look too confused, which was good. Of all the theory, The Exceptions seemed to always be easiest to grasp. For whatever reason, people always understood what they couldn't do.
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Five laws of exceptions....... hmm, seemed there was a little more to transfiguration than Fletcher had once thought. But he knew, yeah, he KNEW that one about food! Ha! Melanie was a good tutor it seemed.
The boy chose not to jot down any notes, of course, and instead polished off another cupcake. He pushed the one he just had to share with the professor forward a little on his desk and nodded toward the man.
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Preston quirked an eyebrow at the boy with the cupcakes. "Mister Fletcher, I would appreciate it if you didn't eat in my classroom. If that cupcake is your item for class, then you may leave it, but please put the rest away."
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After scribbling down the information the teacher wanted on a piece of parchment and left it on her desk..
.. she was completely immersed with the Professor's explanation of Gamp's Law that her eyes were rounded dreamily at the sea of information she was about to absorb ... hopefully correctly.
"I have a question Professor!" she raised her hands, "howcome Life eh..." she stared off confusing herself but then shook her head apologetically. She lost her question, "sorry, i think i understood it".
Preston watched and smiled kindly as the question came and left. "It's alright. If you think of it, do ask again, ok?"
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Gold raised a hand. "The difference between actual life and animation or existence, sir?" She offered, quietly. Once again, that was only her understanding of the subject - or, rather, the specific topic they were tackling - and that said, it could be very flawed, in some places. "Or perception and reality. To someone without a proper understanding of the subject, it would look like it is very possibly to create 'life,' without magic - but --" her tones turned more thoughtful. "-- We can not create a soul." Not create life, in its bare and complete essence. The sixth year reflected on this, lowered her hand, and then raised it again, as she remembered something.
"I have a question, professor," she said politely. "Some sources state 'information,' as an exception to Gamp's Law of Elemental Transfiguration. Would that be inference, sir, or is it an actual part of the Law?" Which, Gold thought, they were studying at a standard consistent, with their level. She knew at least two books, dedicated only to a complete elaboration of the said Law of Elemental Transfiguration.
Preston nodded. "The difference between animation and life is a good way to express it, yes, though the question of a soul is a somewhat more philosophical question and beyond us today." He paused, giving her an appreciative nod.
"As for information, some argue we should consider an addendum to the Exceptions, but it is not part of them, no. While true that you cannot make yourself know all there is to know, part of that is because you can't conjure what you cannot think up. And if you don't know something, you can't think it up. It's a different restriction than the others, as you are limited by yourself." Preston smiled, hoping that had made sense.**see my OOC note below**
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"Alright. That was a bit longer departure into theory than I had originally planned, but thank you all for your astute observations and excellent questions. Hopefully, some of the more simple material, like the Five Exceptions, will help you understand some of the more complex. If you can understand what isn't happening, than you may be more able to take a guess at what is."
Preston shifted away from the board and back to his desk. Picking up the box of items again. "We are going to go back to what Miss Ballard said earlier about properties. Take out another sheet of parchment and make sure your personal item is in view. These items will be transfigured today, so this is your last opportunity to select a new item if you are at all concerned about your selection." He shook the box.
"Examine your object. What descriptive words would you use for it? What is its shape? It's feel? Any defining markings or characteristics?"
Preston tapped the side of the board with his wand, a list of possible properties emerged.
"On your parchment, take note of these and any others you think are relevant for your item. Be as descriptive as possible. It will help, later."
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What is the item:
Size:
Shape:
Texture:
Color:
Weight:
Defining markings:
**Yes, some of the suggested lists on fansites suggest information as one of the exceptions, but I selected a different suggested five and since what is canon is that there are five exceptions, information can't be included as a sixth. Though, I think Prof. Kingsley may be onto something about different limitations.
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Ellie looked at her hair tie. Nothing too special about it.
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What it is: a hairtie
Size: Small...?
Shape: Round, like a ring...
Texture: Soft, smooth, stretchy
Color: black
Weight: very light
Defining markings: none... it's just a hairtie..
Selena noted everything down then started to write down what she was supposed to.
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Item: A Knit Scarf
Size: 3 feet long
Shape: Rectangular with tassels on the end
Texture: soft but itchy, braided
Colour: Green and silver with a little white
Weight: Approximately half a pound
Defining markings: A stain at the bottom near the tassels when I spilled my chocolate on it. A hole barely noticeable from when it got hooked onto a branch.
Alex felt her necklace slowly frowning. Before making sure the Professor could see it.
She wrote slowly pausing to glance at her necklace,
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What Item is it: Diamond Pendant with Pentacle
Size: Small Enough it won't fit a kid older then 7
Shape: Well the Pentacle..is in the shape of a Pentacle and the necklace/pendant has no true shape to it.
Texture: The Silver necklace part of the pendant is twisty but smooth, the Pentacle and Diamonds make it rougher to the touch
Color: The Diamonds are white and the Pentacle/Necklace part of the pendant is Silver
Weight: Very light
Define Markings: It's Twisty with a Pentacle for the Pendant.
Warnings or General Facts: It's made of Silver, Werewolves would do not to touch it.
Alex put her quill down after writting, she wanted to get to the transfiguration already.
Cadence took down notes while the Professor talked, making sure to write down, in detail, the five exceptions they were studying. She was honestly starting to get a bit concerned about her transfiguration OWL. Maybe she would go talk to the Professor after class? When he told them to describe their object, she looked at her bracelet for a bit and wrote down as much as she could come up with.
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What is the item: A friendship bracelet Size: About 15 centimeters in length, roughly 1 centimeter wide Shape: bracelet shaped? Untied, it's a straight line, but has a tendency to curve slightly because of the knots Texture: craft string Color: striped black, gold, and white Weight: very, very light Defining markings: the colors are in diagonal stripes created by tying strings in knots around the other strings. Not all the stripes are even because some knots are tied more tightly than others.
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It's the way you're smiling at me. It's in the way you hold my hand.
It's the way I've watched you change me from a boy into a man.
It's a million things about you, and I don't know what it is. I have never known a love like this.
"Alright. That was a bit longer departure into theory than I had originally planned, but thank you all for your astute observations and excellent questions. Hopefully, some of the more simple material, like the Five Exceptions, will help you understand some of the more complex. If you can understand what isn't happening, than you may be more able to take a guess at what is."
Preston shifted away from the board and back to his desk. Picking up the box of items again. "We are going to go back to what Miss Ballard said earlier about properties. Take out another sheet of parchment and make sure your personal item is in view. These items will be transfigured today, so this is your last opportunity to select a new item if you are at all concerned about your selection." He shook the box.
"Examine your object. What descriptive words would you use for it? What is its shape? It's feel? Any defining markings or characteristics?"
Preston tapped the side of the board with his wand, a list of possible properties emerged.
"On your parchment, take note of these and any others you think are relevant for your item. Be as descriptive as possible. It will help, later."
The Board:
What is the item:
Size:
Shape:
Texture:
Color:
Weight:
Defining markings:
**Yes, some of the suggested lists on fansites suggest information as one of the exceptions, but I selected a different suggested five and since what is canon is that there are five exceptions, information can't be included as a sixth. Though, I think Prof. Kingsley may be onto something about different limitations.
Adelyn went to study her bracelet, but then realized, she already knew the bracelet's properties by heart. It was one of the first things Shawn had given her, when they were five. It was well-worn and too small to wear. She smiled at it; maybe she should pick something else. "No, no. This is fine; he's given you plenty of other things since then. You can't even wear it." She picked up her quill and began to describe it on parchment.
What is the item: silver, child bangle bracelet
Size: small and thin, wouldn't fit anyone over the age of six.
Shape: round; bracelet shaped?
Texture: mainly smooth, but rough in some spots from scratches and an engraving
Color: silver
Weight: approximately 5.4 grams
Defining markings: an engraving that reads Adelyn & Shawn
Once Kellen had finished copying the notes from the board, he took out a fresh piece of parchment and started detailing his item:
Quote:
What is the item: A plastic comb Size: About the length of my hand, from wrist to fingertips. The width of two fingers. Shape: Rectangular-ish. The top corners are rounded. It's relatively flat, too. Texture: Smooth, with a slightly bumpy spot where the company brand has been stamped. Color: Dark gray with a few blue swirls on it. Weight: Very light. Defining markings: None, save for the blue swirls. Along the ridge of the comb is a thin raised line of plastic, where the two sides were melded together. Also the brand name.
Kellen raised an eyebrow at his comb, wondering if they were going to be turning their items into kittens. He was more of a dog person, really, but it'd still be pretty fun.
What is the item: Silver and Crimson Pocket Watch (Tuned to Moscow Time) Size: radius = 1.5 inches. .5 inches in depth Shape: round, with knob and chain Texture: Smooth Colour: Silver with Crimson filigree Weight: 10 onces Defining markings:Small ouroboros symbol alongside the soviet flag. (Symbols of the Danford-Corun Heritage)
Timothy fiddled with his red quill nervously....he wondered what was in store....
Super Slytherin Buddy || ⅓ She-Snake Trio || 'I taste like chocolate and potatoes'
Destiny had made sure she wrote EVERYTHING the Professor had said. She would definitely have to go back and re-read all these notes..a few times. She looked away from her parchment when Kingsley told them to examine the object they chose. Really? Destiny didn't want to look at that brooch anymore!
It was ugly.
Pulling out a clean piece of parchment, she picked up the brooch, holding it close to her eyes. Eww.
Quote:
What is the item: The ugliest Butterfly Brooch you'd ever see.
Size: It fits in the palm of my hand
Shape: Butterfly shaped.
Texture: The gems are SMOOTH.
Color: Blue, pink, yellow, white and gold.
Weight: 14gr.
Defining markings: One of the gems is missing. don't know how THAT happened.
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____________ooh, ooh, she's the rough and the rowdiest kid________ ooh, ooh, and there's more where she lives_____
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