Second Years, Lesson Two

SECOND LESSON
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'' Goodmorning everyone.'' Noel than greeted his students with an friendly smile. ''You may recall that I told you to bring your wands with you to class this week,'' Noel started once everyone was seated. '' We will be practicing our first jinx this week. Before we start, I want to remind everyone that there will be no fooling around while your wands are drawn. Ignore that rule and you will find yourself dusting off old books in the library for the entire semester. Good, now that that's out of the way, we can begin! I need a volunteer for a demonstration.'' He smiled as a few hands went up in the air. ''I'll be casting a jinx on you.'' As he thought, some lowered their hands while others seemed more excited. '' You are in good hands. I'll reverse it afterwards, so there is nothing to worry about.'' He picked one of the students who still had their hands raised and called them forward. ''If you could stand facing the class, please, thank you.'' He rolled up his sleeves and continued. ''The Jelly-Legs Jinx does what you would expect it to do. It causes your target's legs to wobble like jelly.'' With a reassuring smile aimed at the student volunteer, Noel raised his wand, waved it and said the incantation. ''Locomotor Wibbly!'' He watched as the volunteer found themselves fighting to keep their balance. Once the class had a moment to take in the effects of the jinx, Noel lifted his wand again to cast the counter-charm. ''Thank you. Five extra points for your house,'' he said, sending the student back to their seat. ''There will be similar opportunities during the semester, so now would be the time to tell me whether you would be comfortable with volunteering or not. Come see me after class if you want to talk about it.''

Prank-jinxes like the Jelly-Legs Jinx and others were almost inevitable at a magic school. Some in this class would likely practice them on others outside of this classroom, so he thought it best to have them practice these kinds of spells in a safe environment instead. Though it would be fun to have a student dust off an entire section of the library. They would without a doubt learn their lesson after two dozen or so books. ''For the rest of the time, I want you to pair up with someone else and practice the Jelly-Legs Jinx. Again, the incantation is Locomotor Wibbly.'' Noel then shared the counter-charm with them so that they could reverse the jinx themselves. ''You may also practice Stupefy and Protego once you've done the Jelly-Legs Jinx a couple of times. Good luck.'' He than walked around the classroom to make sure everything was going safe.

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Roleplay the lesson. If you choose to roleplay with each other be sure to include tags! You can also tag @Professor Noel Waldgrave if you like some interaction. I try my best to respond. Extra credit to the first student who volunteers for the demonstration!

 

[Felix Layton-King]

The reason Felix did what he did with the Student Advocation, was because he'd seen firsthand too many students who were in difficult situations with no support. As he sat in his DADA class, hearing that the Professor actually wanted to practice the spells on the students before the students would be using on each other reminded him perhaps his feedback table had been more than necessary. His eyes had widened when a student volunteered, and while it was a little different that someone had chosen to put themselves in that position, it was different for the rest of the class that was then expected to follow through and copy the example. "What if we don't want to?" Felix asked out loud. Those that did, could. But what about those that didn't want to subject themselves to the effect of a spell? Those who hadn't joined the SDA, had no intention of fighting dark magic when they were older, or weren't comfortable with another student performing magic on them. Even if no one else said anything, there could have been others in the room that felt the same way and that alone was enough for Felix to say something. "We can still learn it by reading about it and watching those that do want to do it." Maybe the professor would let them off the hook if it wasn't something they were comfortable with.

@Professor Noel Waldgrave ​

 

[Victoria de Lacey]

Tori liked Defence the class, for the most part, but she didn’t like Professor Waldgrave or his clearly unhinged ideals when it came to learning in the classroom. She wasn’t sure, after furst year, and understanding more about magic, that she agreed with a Professor casting spells on students. It would have made or sense for him to cast it on someone else. Like another consenting adult. As mcuh as she appreciated a hands on lesson, this wasn’t really that, it was more… abusive, was the word she would have said. Adults using spells on children seemed a bit… well, she wasn’t sure her mother would agree to this. Her dad probably would, but he was sort of like that. Even the promise of a counter-spell didn’t sit right with her. She nodded her agreement with Felix, thinking he was probably right. “What if it goes wrong? What if someone falls and hits their head?” she didn’t see a nurse, so she wasn’t sure the professor had thought about that.​

 

[Sayuri Edogawa]

Sayuri could not believe the sheer audacity that was happening in this class. She'd known that they would be practicing jinxes and hexes, but to practice them on fellow students. And there wasn't even a nurse around. And the utter stupidity to ask for volunteers. Then again, the headmaster does condone casting spells on students so perhaps this was par for the course. "Why don't you demonstrate them on yourself Professor?" Sayuri asked in a sweet tone. "You're taller so all of us would be able to see you and the effects of the spells all the way to the back. And surely someone competent enough to be a Defense Professor wouldn't need their legs to reverse the spell," she added for good measure. "At least then it won't be mistaken for abuse of power, not to mention abuse of the students, but that could be just me." Not that the professor could take the hint of course. While the spell itself would be useful, and the explanation clear, she really didn't see the point of them casting them on one another to learn the spell. Casting against one another to practice defending against the spell, yes. Casting against one another to practice it as offensive, yes. Casting against one another to get it right for the first time? That's like her aikido coach throwing her on the floor none too gently after showing her the stance she has to take. Or Jonah's coach swatting him with the wooden sword. Or Corey's karate coach just kicking him to teach a new move. When it came time to pair up, Sayuri made sure to not let go of Rose. "You're going to do the jinx. I'm not throwing that spell at you unless you're sure you can keep up a shield," she muttered to her sister. "I really don't know why we can't use the training dummies for this. Seems like they would come handy for these lessons," she said way louder because maybe then the professor would get the idea.

@Rose Edogawa ​

 

[Rose Edogawa]

Rose barely managed to hold back a snicker as her sister absolutely ripped into the professor, though she tried to cover her face with her hair so he wouldn’t be any the wiser. Sayuri kind of had a point too, honestly, why not just jinx himself? It would have certainly been way more entertaining, in her opinion, and then they could see what the effect would be like to see as well - a bit harder to tell on themselves - it made perfect sense to her. She doubted anything would happen though - typical of this school - so when they were told to pair up, Sayuri clamped onto her immediately and she didn’t want to argue, but she did sigh rather dramatically. She looked over to where Amory was, throwing him an apologetic smile. “Fine, fine,” she muttered, rolling her eyes playfully. She at least knew Sayuri would not try to take her legs out from under her.

@Amory Raven @Sayuri Edogawa​

 

[Amory Raven]

Honestly DADA felt like a cycle of experimenting on your own classmates as though they were nothing but guinea pigs or lab rats. It felt quite inhumane for an adult to be demonstrating such jinxes on children which was why Amory just nodded his head in silent agreement to his best friend. Let Felix do what he seemed to be doing best lately, speak up and against such things. He was rather proud to see the progress the Gryffindor had made in a year, though he wasn't going to say it out loud. Perhaps the Professor would see reason behind Felix's request who knows. Amory gave nod with a smile to Rose who looked at him apologetically, in a form of saying it was fine.

 

[Winnie Calida]

Winnie walked into the defence against the dark arts classroom and took her usual spot in the room. Her gaze moved towards the professor at the front of the class as the man told them they would be practicing a jinx. She was quite eager to do this, quite eager to cast a spell. She listened to what the professor said and repeated the incantation with the others in the room. She let someone else volunteer to have the spell put on them, she really didn’t want to have to do that. Then the professor just let them try it. Winnie paired up with someone else in the class and got to work. She pointed her wand and then said. ”Locomotor Wibbly,” and after a few tries she was able to get it to work. Winnie practiced the spell until the lesson was wrapped up and she was able to pack up her things and leave the room.

 

[Asher Styx-Potter]

Asher Styx-Potter was having a good time in school so far, and thought that the siblings would have some decent grades. He wanted nothing more than to make his moms proud. Both of them would be, he felt. His dad would probably love him no matter what he did. Asher looked over his belongings and saw that he was ready to go. Was he going to be late? No, he seemed to be doing well with it so far. He wondered how his siblings were doing, and left to head out to the next class. At least his relatives would always be near. One way or another.

Asher entered the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom, and settled in. He did not look forward to this year, but whatever. He would need to learn what these jinxes did so that he could protect himself. Asher did not volunteer because he was not going to sign up for something he did not know what would happen to him. The Jelly-Legs jinx was just that. Made the legs feel like jelly. And then they could cast it on each other. Perfect. Asher paired up with someone and practiced it. At least it didn't seem to cause any harm. He even cast Finite a few times to reverse it. So, that was better than failing completely.​

 

[Imogen Styx-Cade]

Imogen Styx-Cade wondered if this year would be a good year. She was doing okay in classes already, but she wanted to do more. Imogen also did not want to use all of her effort either. Was there a way to get good grades and not try? Imogen would have to figure it out. Maybe she could just charm people. She might not be part-veela but maybe she could mimic their gimmicks and go from there. Imogen shoved that thought to the side, as she grabbed her backpack and left the Slytherin girl dorms to head to class. Imogen walked in the Defence against the Dark Arts classroom once again. She took out her notes and then heard Professor Waldgrave ask for a volunteer. Imogen just blinked, though she considered it for a moment. But once she saw the jinx, she was glad that she did not. The Jelly Legs jinx was pretty easy to understand though. Then they were supposed to practice on each other. She got up and started to practice the spells with another person. She thought that she did it well, but she hated it when it was cast on her. She got it reversed, but she still hate it.​

 

[Ravage Zhefarovich]

Ravage Zhefarovich hoped that this week would be better than the previous week because the first week was always too boring. It was introductory. They were never any fun. Ravage wanted something to entice his interest. He packed his things together and knew that today might not be as bad. He could try to look at it in a different light. While that was only a temporary solution, he could still try. Ravage left the Slytherin house to walk to his next class. He walked alone - which was not unusual. He still liked his privacy and hated making small talk. That was the absolute worst.

Ravage walked in the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom and sat down on his seat. Professor Waldgrave greeted the second years, and reminded them that they should have brought their wands. Ravage never went without it. Even to classes that never performed magic. One would never know. Ravage watched the demonstration and then the second years were free to go on to practice. Ravage practiced the Jelly-legs jinx with a peer, and before long, he seemed to get the hang of it. He got up and left once the period was over.​

 

[Kanako Kurosawa]

There were some brash students in her class, it had to admitted. It didn't surprise Kanako that they were Gryffindors. It was to be expected. She listened and realised she'd actually get to practice a spell so her entire mood shifted. She didn't volunteer - she was hardly going to embarrass herself like that - and waited for her turn. Pairing up, Kanako practiced the spell but didn't manage to make it work entirely well. It went okay, but she could tell the professor would've done a better job. Still, it was something, and that couldn't be dismissed easily. With the lesson coming to an end, Kanako up and left, having enjoyed watching people struggle to stand due to the jelly legs jinx.

 

[William Potter-Cade]

Reminding the students to bring their wands to class was a waste of breath from Professor Waldgrave as what self respecting Hogwarts student didn’t have their wand on them at all times? William rolled his eyes as he often did at every word that came out of the professors mouth. As always Professor Waldgrave was far too happy to cast spells on students, why was that always his go to? No one seemed to volunteer at first, if anything a lot of students spoke out against the idea of even using spells on each other, Felix led the charge which made William smile. He was impressed how much his friend has grown and changed over their few short years at the school, the guy was going places.

“Fine professor, if you need a fool to volunteer might as well be me,” He knew Felix wouldn’t happy someone volunteered, but William didn’t want to find out what would happen if no one did. He’d rather he do it than someone be chosen at random. He got the jelly legs cast on him and he felt instantly wobbly, he hated the feeling but he was glad it was him and not someone else. Once it was reversed and he fell in with the others he partnered up and practiced the spell for the rest of the lesson, he hated casting it on someone else because he knew how it felt.