Originally Posted by The Narrator

The resulting surge caused a few moments of chaos within the Transfiguration classroom.

Sparks flew to robes and hair (Lilfox06, Optimist.Prime). Loud bangs ensued as wands backfired (sweetpinkpixie, Anna Banana, Daydreamer11, kayquilz) and shouts echoed in shock and surprise (Sunflower, Optimist.Prime). While various students failed to vanish their match sticks at all (littledhampir, Nordic Witch, Fireheart, FearlessLeader19, GD2204, BanaBatGirl).

However, before the boy who had taken the brunt of the power surge (sweetpinkpixie) managed to catch his breath and get to his feet, the excess power was already dissipating from the air.

Take a deep breath and try again, children. Your wand will not fail you, this time.