Post by Headmaster Cameron on May 26, 2006 8:24:54 GMT -5
Hello and welcome to Charms class. Today we will start with the basics, what are charms? Well then, let's get started. Also, it might be wise to take some notes on this as well.
Okay class, what are Charms? Well, Charms are a type of magic spell concerned with enchanting an object to behave in a way that isn't normal for that object. For example, the Summoning Charm brings an object to the caster. Charms is also something of a catch-all for spells that aren't Transfiguration (spells that change the inherent nature of an object). In some sense, if a spell isn't Transfiguration, it's probably a Charm.
What can Charms you might ask? A Charms spell might cause something to flash different colors. It might cause an object to levitate or even fly through the air. Charms can make a person laugh or dance or even create a bubble of breathable air around a person's head. In all of these cases, the object or the person doesn't really change, they just do something unexpected.
Some Charms can be extremely powerful. The Fidelius Charm, for example, can completely hide a person or a place in such a way that no one can find them unless they are given the location by a Secret Keeper. Memory Charms can be so strong that they completely remove a person's memory or even damage their mind permanently. You may learn about this charms in my class but you will not learn them until later on.
Charm spells are in some ways the opposite of Curses: many Charms seem to have in inherent positive tone (Example: Tickling Charm) while Curses have an inherent negative one. This is not to say that Charms are weaker magic; a well-chosen Charm is a powerful magical tool against Curses, Jinxes, and Hexes. So class, you know that you can defend yourself with Charms if the need be. Okay then, any questions class?
Homework:(Please PM me the homework once you have finished, do not post it here.)
1: What is a charm?
2: What are some examples of charms and what do they do?
3: What is the difference between a charm and a curse?
4: Is it possible to defend yourself using charms?
5: When using a charm, does the object or person really change?
6: If you answered no for number 5, what really happens?
7: What are two examples of very powerful charms you learned about today?
8: A charm is a powerful magical tool against what three things?
9: Did you do anything fun over the summer? If so, explain.
10: How do you feel about this year's term?
((Homework should be PM'd to me with the subject as "Charms Homework Lesson 1" but the quotations aren't necessary. The message should include your name and year along with the numbered answers.))
Okay class, what are Charms? Well, Charms are a type of magic spell concerned with enchanting an object to behave in a way that isn't normal for that object. For example, the Summoning Charm brings an object to the caster. Charms is also something of a catch-all for spells that aren't Transfiguration (spells that change the inherent nature of an object). In some sense, if a spell isn't Transfiguration, it's probably a Charm.
What can Charms you might ask? A Charms spell might cause something to flash different colors. It might cause an object to levitate or even fly through the air. Charms can make a person laugh or dance or even create a bubble of breathable air around a person's head. In all of these cases, the object or the person doesn't really change, they just do something unexpected.
Some Charms can be extremely powerful. The Fidelius Charm, for example, can completely hide a person or a place in such a way that no one can find them unless they are given the location by a Secret Keeper. Memory Charms can be so strong that they completely remove a person's memory or even damage their mind permanently. You may learn about this charms in my class but you will not learn them until later on.
Charm spells are in some ways the opposite of Curses: many Charms seem to have in inherent positive tone (Example: Tickling Charm) while Curses have an inherent negative one. This is not to say that Charms are weaker magic; a well-chosen Charm is a powerful magical tool against Curses, Jinxes, and Hexes. So class, you know that you can defend yourself with Charms if the need be. Okay then, any questions class?
Homework:(Please PM me the homework once you have finished, do not post it here.)
1: What is a charm?
2: What are some examples of charms and what do they do?
3: What is the difference between a charm and a curse?
4: Is it possible to defend yourself using charms?
5: When using a charm, does the object or person really change?
6: If you answered no for number 5, what really happens?
7: What are two examples of very powerful charms you learned about today?
8: A charm is a powerful magical tool against what three things?
9: Did you do anything fun over the summer? If so, explain.
10: How do you feel about this year's term?
((Homework should be PM'd to me with the subject as "Charms Homework Lesson 1" but the quotations aren't necessary. The message should include your name and year along with the numbered answers.))
