Second Years, Lesson Four

Noel had been preparing the classroom for todays lesson. And that resulted in pushing deks and chairs to the sides, while using magic. As soon as the last table was put aside he heard the door opening and the first students walked in. He stood in front of the classroom and welcomed them with an friendly smile. Todat the second years were going to practice spells again this week so he was making sure that they had enough room for that. The sign the students got when their desks and chairs were not on the usual place, usually said enough which kind of lesson it would be. And he saw excited faces, so that was good. When everyone seemed to be in, he closed the door and his friendly brown eyes scanned the room.

'' Good morning, everyone.'' He than said. '' Today I will need another volunteer for today's demonstration. The one who comes up to help me will receive extra house points.'' For some of them the extra house points didn't even seemed to matter so much and they just wanted some action. But it could be usefull, and some hands raised in the air he noticed. Noel smiled and picked one of the students in front of him and beckoned them to step forward and come stand next to him. He gave them an friendly smile and nod to make sure they were ready, and than pointed his wand at the students knees. Noel waved his wand and watched as the student's kneecaps turned the wrong way. To keep the student up Noel let them lean on him so that the rest of the students could see the spell's effect. After a moment, Noel performed the counter-spell and thanked the students with the promised house points to their house.

''The spell I just performed was the Knee-Reversring Hex. Again, the spell's effect is in the name. The target's kneecaps are flipped the wrong way. Thankfully, this effect of this spell can also be easily fixed.'' He paused. ''However, you won't be practising all the spells we discuss in class this year. The Knee-Reversing Hex is a rather advanced spell for your year and is one which I wouldn't expect you to master for your exam. You're allowed to practice the spell yourselves, of course, but do not feel discouraged when you fail to perform it correctly. Again, it's a rather advanced spell.'' He than wanted to make sure, a few could perhaps do the trick but it was not like it was expected. But they were now familliar with what the spell could do at least.Of course, he'd happily help the few wanting to practice this spell. He did like ambitious people. ''Next week's jinxes are, for example.., jinxes that the Ministry of Magic might find odd ones to practice on each other.'' Noel than added. He knew that very well, since he had worked there.

''As you advance through this course, you are to use the spells and the knowledge you have learned in previous years. Finite, our General Counter-Spell, can effectively reverse most of the minor jinxes, hexes, and curses. The Shield Charm, Stunning Spell, and Disarming Charm are useful spells to master if you want to avoid being a target in the first place.'' Noel than looked an bit more serious, it was important to master some of these spells and charms. ''Learning offensive magic is important, of course, but so is learning defensive spells.'' It would perhaps seem less more action or fun, but it could really save you from an situation. Noel than looked at the time, and figued to quickly continue. ''Now, I want all of you to partner up with each other and use the rest of the time we have today to brush up on the Trip Jinx, the Jelly-Legs Jinx, and the other spells and charms I mentioned earlier. You're also allowed to practice the Knee-Reversing Hex if you want to, but keep in mind that it is more difficult than it looks.'' Noel than told them. And as usual he walked through the classroom to help out.



- Roleplay the lesson and partner up with another character to practice the spells and charms mentioned. Your character can try the Knee-Reversing Hex, but this spell is listed for advanced second-years, so keep that in mind.

- Use tags if you like some interaction with your partner and you can tag @Professor Noel Waldgrave if you like some interaction. I will try my best to respond.

- The first student who participates in the demonstration will receive extra credit
 
Apolline knew that now that they were into the latter half of the semester that she needed to do two things, one was really get stuck into her revision and two, as a second year, pick her electives. She wasn’t entirely sure what she wanted to do, but she was rather eager to pick them. To make that choice. Apolline just thought it made her seem older. She didn’t want to be old old, but she did want to not longer be the babies of the school. The gryffindor was getting herself ready for the day, vaguely thinking about her choices, and then headed to class when she needed to.

Apolline walked into the the defense against the dark arts classroom and took her usual spot in the classroom. She glanced to the professor at the front of the room as the man got started. Asking for another volunteer, much like the time before. Apolline did not volunteer instead let someone else do it. She watched as the professor performed the spell on the student. She then took some notes as the professor talked about it, and what it did. THat they would be able practice it. She partnered up when the professor finished speaking and then practiced the spell. It took her a few tries before she got anything, but did eventually get it and practiced it over and over until the lesson was wrapped up and she was able to leave.
 
Kyousuke entered the classroom with his head held high. He was feeling confident, as he usually did, and wanted to show to the professor that he was fully capable of everything that could be thrown at him. Kyousuke didn't want to volunteer, but then again, he did want points for his house so he raised his hand before anyone else could. He felt vaguely humiliated, but dealt with it as his knees were reversed by the professor. It was quickly over and Kyousuke made it back to his spot. Kyousuke partnered up with someone and practiced the spells they'd been instructed to practice. He was rather methodical about it, trying his hardest while trying to make it look effortless at the same time. He attempted the knee-reversing hex but failed it on both attempts, feeling rather frustrated. So what if it was advanced? Kyousuke felt like he should be able to perform it and was therefore in a bad mood by the time the lesson finished. He'd gotten some good practice in, but hadn't performed as well as he would have liked.
 
Aroha thought defence against the dark arts was pretty fun. Definitely a class she'd take up next year, though she had no real game plan. She'd just take the subjects she liked and hope for the best. If it all fell through, oh well, she wanted to play quidditch anyway. That was the big thing for her.

Aroha made her way to class, getting her wand out early out of excitement. She really enjoyed dueling, and practicing those sorts of spells. She watched the demonstration, unable to help but laugh at the ridiculous sight. She hoped the guy wouldn't be too upset with her, but he had to admit it was funny to look at someone with reversed knees. Then it was time to practice again. She tried out the knee-reversing hex just for the heck of it but it didn't do anything. That was okay, she'd master it some other time. Aroha enjoyed just going through the different spells. Before she knew it, the lesson was over. She shook hands with her partner and went on her way.
 

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