Magic Rules

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Rules for Magic

For the purposes of this RP, we will be using a level based system for magic. Your characters magic 'level' will correspond, in a majority of cases, to their year at school, although there are of course exceptions to the rule.

So First Years would generally have a Magic Level of 1, second years; level 2, and so on. School graduates would usually have a Magic Level of 8 or 9, depending on their prowess, though again, there are room for some exceptions.

All spells from the Harry Potter universe are allowed to be used, though some require a certain Magic Level to cast. You can find more information about specific spells and magic levels below. If you wish to submit your own original spells to be used in the roleplay, you can do so here.

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Duelling

What would a HPRP be without some good ol' wandslingin' action?! Whether it's your school rival or the next Big Bad you're Duelling, we have some guidelines for magical mayhem;

1. You may NOT auto-hit another players characters. When Duelling with a player character, battles will run on the same principle as any other RP fight. You outline your players' attack, and their intended effect, and the other player decides if and how their character is affected by the attack.
1a: When fighting an NPC character controlled by yourself, you may inflict damage; however, be realistic about your characters Magic Level and limitations.
1b: When fighting an NPC character controlled by a GM, the same rules apply as if you were Duelling a player character.

2. You are not Dumbledore. I know, I know, but he's so badass! Too bad. As stated above, keep your characters Magic Level and abilities in mind when fighting. It's no fun for anyone but you, duelling a first year that's impervious to every attack.

3. Remember your Magic Level; if a character attempts a spell beyond their ablities, there could be dire consequences!! Best case scenario - the spell just doesn't work. Worst case; you might cop it, rather than your opponent if it backfires!

So keep your characters level and limitations in mind, be realistic about damage dealt out and taken, and keep your wand arm ready! And remember, sometimes tactics and teamwork are more important than power.

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Magic Levels

Nil - No magical ability. Muggles and Squibs fall into this category. Some squibs still possess some affinity for magical elements, such as heightened intuition and affinity with animals.
One - Entry-level magical ability. Can perform simple spells, with practise.
Two - Seven - Equivalent to the average Magical Level of a Hogwarts student of the corresponding year.
Eight - Average adult level, able to perform most spells with relative ease.
Nine - Above-average. Normal spells are a breeze, and complicated magic is not beyond them. An Animagus or Potions Master would be considered at this level.
Ten - A master magic user. You're Dumbledore.

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Spell List

First Year: Level One	Incantation	Effect
Alohomora	Alohomora	This charm will cause a locked door to open. Success is dependent on the type of lock, the level of the lock, and the student's familiarity of the spell.
Blue Bells Flames	Lacarnum Inflamarae	This spell conjures a small blue flame from the end of a wand. The flame can be captured and stored in a jar to provide light.
Leg-Locker Curse	Locomotor Mortis	Locks the legs of the victim together, making him unable to walk.
Levitation Charm	Wingardium Leviosa	Causes an object to levitate.
Lumos	Lumos	Causes a small beam of light to shine from the end of the casters' wand.
Nox	Nox	Turns off the light from a "Lumos" spell.

Second Year; Level Two	Incantation	Effect
Arania Exumai	Arania Exumai	Knocks over or throws back spiders.
Everte Statum	Everte Statum	Duelling spell used to send the opponent flying.
Disarming Spell	Expelliarmus	Causes opponent's weapon to fly out of his or her hand.
Fera Verto	Fera Verto	The spell transforms an animal into a cup or goblet.
Freezing Charm	Immobulus	Freezes objects where they are.
Full Body Bind	Petrificus Totalus	Turns the entire body of the victim rigid.
Tickling Charm	Rictusempra	Causes a person to laugh uncontrollably.
Serpensortia	Serpensortia	Causes a large serpent to burst from the end of the caster's wand.
Tarantallegra	Tarantallegra	Forces the victim's legs to do a crazy dance.

Third Year; Level Three	Incantation	Effect
Bombarda	Bombarda	Spell which can blast open a door.
Cheering Charm	-	A charm that cheers a person up, makes them happy.
Impervius	Impervius	Makes something waterproof or water repellant.
Repairo	Repairo	Undoes damage to an object.
Boggart Banishing Spell	Riddikulus	A simple charm requiring force of mind, this spell requires the caster to visualize his or her worst fear in an amusing form while reciting the incantation. When performed correctly, this forces the boggart to take on an appearance which will inspire the laughter that forms an effective defense against the creature.
Waddiwasi	Waddiwasi	Shoots a wad of gum out of a keyhole.

Fourth Year; Level Four	Incantation	Effect
Summoning Charm	Accio	Causes an object to fly to the caster, even over quite some distance; the target object is said to have been Summoned. It would seem that the caster must know at least the general location of the object summoned.
Ascendio	Ascendio	Causes the spellcaster to ascend rapidly.
Depulso	Depulso	Sends an object away from the caster
Bat-Bogey Hex	-	Engorges an opponent's 'bogies' to bat-size, gives them wings, and sets them to attacking his or her face.
Defensive Charge	-	No incantation needed; automatic response - A charge like that of electricity runs through the body of a wizard with this automatic defensive spell.
Densaugeo	Densaugeo	Curse which causes the victim's teeth to enlarge grotesquely.
Furnunculus	Furnunculus	Curse that causes boils to break out all over the victim.
Impedimenta	Impedimenta	Stops an object or slows it down.
Periculum	None needed	Sends red sparks into the air.
Shield Charm	Protego	Creates a magical barrier which will deflect hexes.
Reducto	Reducto	Blasts solid objects out of the casters' path.

Fifth Year; Level Five	Incantation	Effect
Aparecium	Aparecium	Makes invisible ink become visible.
Colloportus	Colloportus	Seals a door.
Diffindo	Diffindo	Spell that cuts something open.
Engorgement Charm	Engorgio	Spell which causes a target to swell in size.
Vanishing Spell	Evanesco	Makes something vanish (not just turn invisible, but disappear completely.)
Finite Incantatem	Finite Incantatem	Stops currently operating spell effects.
Flagrate	Flagrate	Creates a burning, fiery line in the air which can be "drawn" with the wand into specific shapes. The shape lingers for some time.
Reducio	Reducio	Causes an engorged object to return to its original size.
Silencing Charm	Silencio	Magically silences the target of the spell.

Sixth Year; Level Six	Incantation	Effect
Aguamenti	Aguamenti	Charm that conjures a fountain or jet of clear water from the caster's wand.
Confundus Charm	Confundo	Causes confusion. A person who is affected by this Charm is said to be Confunded.
Episkey	Episkey	Heals/repairs damage that has been inflicted on the target.
Patronus Charm	Expecto Patronus	Conjures a Patronus, a silvery phantom shape, usually that of an animal, which is the embodiment of the positive thoughts of the caster. A Patronus will drive away Dementors.
Incarcerous	Incarcerous	Sends thick ropes out of thin air to wrap around someone or something.
Oppugno	Oppugno	Causes conjured creatures under the control of the caster to attack the target.
Langlock	Langlock	A jinx that glues the targets' tongue to the roof of his or her mouth.
Levicorpus	Levicorpus	Dangles a person upside-down by the ankle in mid-air.
Liberacorpus	Liberacorpus	Counter-jinx to 'Levicorpus.'
Muffliato	Muffliato	Fills the ears of target persons near the caster with an unidentifiable buzzing, so that the caster can hold lengthy conversations without being overheard.
Specialis Revelio	Specialis Revelio	Used to identify the ingredients of the target potion.
Tergeo	Tergo	Cleans up the target object or person.

Seventh Year; Level Seven	Incantation	Effect
Alarte Ascendare	Alarte Ascendare	Spell which causes something to shoot up in the air.
Anapneo	Anapneo	Spell that clears a targets airway, if blocked.
Arresto Momentum	Arresto Momentum	Slows the descent of a falling object.
Avis	Avis	Conjures a flock of small, twittering birds.
Bubble-head charm	-	Encloses the head of the caster with a bubble of breathable air.
Conjunctivitis Curse	-	A spell that affects the eyes and vision of the target
Cushioning Charm	-	The Cushioning Charm creates an invisible "pillow" above a hard surface. Used by some on broomsticks to make flying more comfortable.
Deletrius	Deletrius	Erases the ghost images of spells revealed by the Priori Incantatem spell. Possibly can be used to remove other spell effects as well.
Ennervate	Ennervate	Spell used to revive a person who has been hit by a Stunner.
Fidelius Charm	Fidelius	An immensely complex spell involving the magical concealment of a secret inside a single, living soul. The information is hidden inside the chosen person, or Secret-Keeper, and is henceforth impossible to find — unless, of course, the Secret-Keeper chooses to divulge it.
Finite	Finite	Stops a currently operating spell effect.
Imperturbable Charm	-	Creates a magical barrier on an object, such as a door, to prevent eavesdropping.
Incendio	Incendio	Starts a fire.
Memory Charm	Obliviate	Modifies or erases portions of a persons' memory.
Portkey Charm	Portus	Turns the object into a portkey.
Reverse Spell Effect	Prior Incantato	Can be cast as a spell, ("Prior Incantato"), in which case it forces a wand to emit a ghost image of the last spell it cast. The images can be dispelled using the Deletrius spell.
Quietus	Quietus	Reverses the effect of the Sonorus spell, making the caster's voice normal in volume.
Scourgify	Scourgify	Cleans things.
Sonorus	Sonorus	Magically amplifie the casters' voice.
Stunning Spell	Stupefy	Renders the target of the spell unconscious; this spell hurls a bolt of red light.

Dark Magic; Adult Level	Incantation	Effect
The Dark Mark	Mosmordre	Conjures an immense glowing skull in the sky, comprised of green sparks. There is a snake coming out of the skull's mouth. Due to past history, this spell may as well be considered an "Unforgivable," and use of it is prohibited.
Imperius Curse	Imperio	One of the Unforgivable Curses, this spell causes the victim to be completely under the command of the caster, who can make the victim do anything the caster wishes.
Cruciatus Curse	Crucio	One of the "Unforgivable Curses," this spell causes the victim to suffer almost intolerable pain. Some victims of prolonged use of this curse have been driven insane.
Killing Curse	Avada Kedavra	One of the "Unforgivable Curses," this spell causes instant death in a flash of green light, usually leaving no sign of physical damage or of the cause of death that would be detectable to a Muggle autopsy.

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