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Angie · 03-21-2017, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by hermionesclone

Green eyes glanced between each of the Kennings as each of them answered. It didn't take long to figure out that they could be related in some way - siblings, if he was going to put his galleons on a name for this bond - but it was interesting to see how similar their thoughts were. And what was even more interesting was how less violent this Kenning's response was in comparison to his siblings' (?).

Huh.

Right. Answer. "Well, that's one way to make sure it doesn't go anywhere and doesn't use its voice to lure you anywhere," he said, nodding along, "What would you do with it next? Would you leave it there? Turn it in to the Ministry?" There wasn't a right or wrong answer, of course, but he was still interested to see how the boy's mind worked in a situation like this.

In truth, Levi hadn't been expecting Hirsch to follow up with him. The man had, presently, just about the entire school shooting answers at him, some of which Levi had to admit were probably better than his very own. But it was still somewhat comforting that his answer had caused the man to pause, to ask for more. He always did enjoy being taken seriously by adults, especially one like Hirsh, who sort of looked like he could punch someone into oblivion but also invite them over for tea or even for a lovely afternoon picnic without even breaking a sweat. Not necessarily in that order, but.

Levi blinked, twice.

Anyway.

"I think that'd depend on the situation, sir." He paused, for a second, trying to find a way to properly make his point. "Do erklings travel alone? or in packs? Because it seems to me like you come across one in an area that has been suffering quite badly because of erklings..." eating children. But that part went without saying, "...then perhaps it'd be advisable to find a way to make the captured one talk or communicate with you in some way. To give you the whereabouts of the rest, if possible." It's why he'd suggested the body bind curse, and not a regular stunning spell. Levi would want to make sure the creature remained conscious. "They seem like smart creatures. Brutal, but surely they can be reasoned with one way or another, right? At least a little bit?" Levi shrugged one of his shoulders. "I guess calling the Ministry wouldn't be a bad idea, sure, but time can be of essence, especially if it's urgent, right?" Orrrr you could do both. "Or you could do both."

There.

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Originally Posted by hermionesclone

That was a lot of information, wasn't it? And some included various pieces that he added in as well, which only made the lists look longer and this room look more like a classroom...

... Was it time to do the practical portions, yet?

"Okay! Those were some excellent pieces of information that you all have provided. It seems as though most of you know a lot about the creature we're talking about and have made smart guesses as to how to defeat them. I have to say, I'm very proud." Really. Look at the dimpled smile on his face.

"The information is on the board but I'll go over the basics for those of you who weren't paying attention to everyone's answers. Erklings are tiny creatures, three feet tall at most, and are related to house elves and goblins. They're normally said to be found in the Black Forest in Germany but some come from Bavaria as well. They prey on children and lure them using their high pitched cackling. When they have them somewhere alone, they eat them." Gruesome? It was. Let's hope nobody felt like throwing up their last meal. "The exception is, of course, the Bavarian Erkling which eats its victims out in the public. This makes them easier to attack but also deadlier because they don't care where they eat their prey."

Breathe.

"A lot of people have mentioned the fact that they eat kids and are only effective on those who have the Trace on them, particularly younger kids. So, my next question is: why? Why children? Why not adults?" There was no right or wrong answer here so he was very interested to see what they came up with. Of course, the Ravenclaw Head of House had his own theories but...... we'll see.

OOC: Gosh, that's a lot of info! Sorry! Hopefully the textcut helps to break it down a bit and summarise everything nicely.

The question is super simple: why do the Erklings attack children and not adults? There is really no right or wrong answer so guess away! We want to see your charries' way of thinking and understanding behind this ^^

We're going to move onto the practical portions veeeeeery shortly! YAY!

I'll try and continue this lesson by tomorrow at 5pm GMT. Thanks for sticking with me through this <3

That was a lot of information.

Fortunately, the blackboard seemed to be updating itself thus giving the Gryffindor time to take all the necessary notes. He had no problems offering suggestions on how to deal with magical creatures and he had no problems with his wandwork either.

But. There was certainly the matter of confidence that Levi felt often got in the way during this class once the practical portions began. Not that they were there yet, but this was Defense Against the Dark Arts. It was only a matter of time.

The thought alone almost made him made a face.

"What about magic overdose?" He raised his hand, a little belatedly. "We all have magic inside of us, right?" Which sounded like an awfully corny thing to say. Levi felt the back of his neck heat up. "Maybe erklings target children specifically not just because they are more susceptible to their particular, uh, baritone, but also because there is just so much magic they can handle at the same time?" Not that children had less magic than adults, but surely it wasn't quite as powerful. Was powerful even the right word?

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Angie DoM Veela Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Themyscira Posts: 37,610 Hogwarts RPG Name: Nerissa M. Tate Sixth Year x8	Wowza! Quote: Originally Posted by hermionesclone Green eyes glanced between each of the Kennings as each of them answered. It didn't take long to figure out that they could be related in some way - siblings, if he was going to put his galleons on a name for this bond - but it was interesting to see how similar their thoughts were. And what was even more interesting was how less violent this Kenning's response was in comparison to his siblings' (?). Huh. Right. Answer. "Well, that's one way to make sure it doesn't go anywhere and doesn't use its voice to lure you anywhere," he said, nodding along, "What would you do with it next? Would you leave it there? Turn it in to the Ministry?" There wasn't a right or wrong answer, of course, but he was still interested to see how the boy's mind worked in a situation like this. In truth, Levi hadn't been expecting Hirsch to follow up with him. The man had, presently, just about the entire school shooting answers at him, some of which Levi had to admit were probably better than his very own. But it was still somewhat comforting that his answer had caused the man to pause, to ask for more. He always did enjoy being taken seriously by adults, especially one like Hirsh, who sort of looked like he could punch someone into oblivion but also invite them over for tea or even for a lovely afternoon picnic without even breaking a sweat. Not necessarily in that order, but. Levi blinked, twice. Anyway. "I think that'd depend on the situation, sir." He paused, for a second, trying to find a way to properly make his point. *"Do erklings travel alone? or in packs? Because it seems to me like you come across one in an area that has been suffering quite badly because* of erklings..." eating children. But that part went without saying, "...then perhaps it'd be advisable to find a way to make the captured one talk or communicate with you in some way. To give you the whereabouts of the rest, if possible." It's why he'd suggested the body bind curse, and not a regular stunning spell. Levi would want to make sure the creature remained conscious. "They seem like smart creatures. Brutal, but surely they can be reasoned with one way or another, right? At least a little bit?" Levi shrugged one of his shoulders. "I guess calling the Ministry wouldn't be a bad idea, sure, but time can be of essence, especially if it's urgent, right?" Orrrr you could do both. "Or you could do both." There. Quote: Originally Posted by hermionesclone That was a lot of information, wasn't it? And some included various pieces that he added in as well, which only made the lists look longer and this room look more like a classroom... ... Was it time to do the practical portions, yet? "Okay! Those were some excellent pieces of information that you all have provided. It seems as though most of you know a lot about the creature we're talking about and have made smart guesses as to how to defeat them. I have to say, I'm very proud." Really. Look at the dimpled smile on his face. "The information is on the board but I'll go over the basics for those of you who weren't paying attention to everyone's answers. Erklings are tiny creatures, three feet tall at most, and are related to house elves and goblins. They're normally said to be found in the Black Forest in Germany but some come from Bavaria as well. They prey on children and lure them using their high pitched cackling. When they have them somewhere alone, they eat them." Gruesome? It was. Let's hope nobody felt like throwing up their last meal. "The exception is, of course, the Bavarian Erkling which eats its victims out in the public. This makes them easier to attack but also deadlier because they don't care where they eat their prey." Breathe. "A lot of people have mentioned the fact that they eat kids and are only effective on those who have the Trace on them, particularly younger kids. So, my next question is: why? Why children? Why not adults?" There was no right or wrong answer here so he was very interested to see what they came up with. Of course, the Ravenclaw Head of House had his own theories but...... we'll see. OOC: Gosh, that's a lot of info! Sorry! Hopefully the textcut helps to break it down a bit and summarise everything nicely. The question is super simple: why do the Erklings attack children and not adults? There is really no right or wrong answer so guess away! We want to see your charries' way of thinking and understanding behind this ^^ We're going to move onto the practical portions veeeeeery shortly! YAY! I'll try and continue this lesson by tomorrow at 5pm GMT. Thanks for sticking with me through this <3 That was a lot of information. Fortunately, the blackboard seemed to be updating itself thus giving the Gryffindor time to take all the necessary notes. He had no problems offering suggestions on how to deal with magical creatures and he had no problems with his wandwork either. But. There was certainly the matter of confidence that Levi felt often got in the way during this class once the practical portions began. Not that they were there yet, but this was Defense Against the Dark Arts. It was only a matter of time. The thought alone almost made him made a face. "What about magic overdose?" He raised his hand, a little belatedly. "We all have magic inside of us, right?"** Which sounded like an awfully corny thing to say. Levi felt the back of his neck heat up. "Maybe erklings target children specifically not just because they are more susceptible to their particular, uh, baritone, but also because there is just so much magic they can handle at the same time?" Not that children had less magic than adults, but surely it wasn't quite as powerful. Was powerful even the right word? __________________