Ryan wasn't sure at all of his answer but remember reading something about ancient runes somewhere so he decided to raised his hand. "Among early peoples writing was a serious thing, full of magical power. In its only reference to writing, the Iliad calls it “baneful signs.” The Germanic peoples used a runic alphabet as their form of writing, using it to identify combs or helmets, make calendars, encode secret messages, and mark funeral monuments. Runes were also employed in casting spells, as to gain a kiss from a sweetheart or to make an enemy's gut burst. In casting a spell the writing of the runes was accompanied by a mumbled or chanted prayer or curse, also called a rune, to make the magic work. They provide a key to understanding the lives and beliefs of the ancient people who created them, and have much to teach us about a way of life that was perhaps more inimately connected to the natural World, and to the realm of spirit, than our own"

Allegra's eyes narrowed at the students whispering in her class. "That's five points from Ravenclaw and Slytherin for the talking. Now all of you practically got the gist of it. Some of you I've had in previous years know a bit about the runes already. Runes are not just letters. Keep this in mind when you're in my class. Runes are a mystery. Not everyone knows every single thing about them. Now The Elder Futhark is divided into three groups of eight. Who can tell me what these groups are?"

Katelyn was about to apologize to the professor, but thought against it. It might cost her even more points. She scribbled down the question, and waited for someone to answer, for she didnt know herself. She was taking very organized, neat notes to help her study.

Ryan raised is hands thinking that he might know the answer. "I think first one is Fehu, Uruz,Thurisaz, Ansuz, Raido, Kenaz, Gebo, Wunjo. The second one is Hagalaz, Nauthiz, Isa, Jera, Eihwaz, Perthro, Algiz, Sowulo. The last one is Teiwaz, Berkana, Ehwaz, Mannaz, Laguz, Inguz, Othila and Dagaz."

Kerry raised her hand, "the three groups of eight are called called aett or aettir. It helps us to remember their order, which has significance in magical uses. The first one is called Frehr or Freyia's Aett, the second one is called the Heimdall's Aett, and the third is called the Tyr's Aett."

Alicia looked up at Professor De Luca and raised her hand "The three groups were called the Aettr, or Aett singularly" she said. She opened her bag and found a book on Ancient Runes and opened it to a page and showed it:



"The Runes weren't used for Divination, or to make predictions. They were inscribed on amulets and were used for luck and protection in battle." she finished.

Faye raised a hand, "They are called aett Professor"

"You are correct! Five points to your house. The first Ætt is the one we will be studying this term. Now your homework assignment will be to pick your favorite rune from the First Ætt and tell me why this is your favorite rune. You are all free to go now." Allegra felt this lesson was short but there was perfect reasoning for it. She felt sick. Last time she felt sick in class, she fainted.

Kerry was excited to gain some valuable points for her house. "We might just get out of last place," she thought to herself as she jotted down the last of her notes and began to write down the homework.

She was amazed at how short the class was, but was happy that she recalled most of the work. "Perhaps the homework won't be that hard for me this time," she thought to herself some more as she began to pack away her things.

After all her stuff was put away, Kerry closed up her bag and slung it over her back. Gettting up and walking to the door, "Bye Professor, have a great day!" She said as she began to head out the door. She noticed as she did, that the professor looked a bit pale. She nodded to herself, "That's why class was shortened, the professor musn't be feeling well, I just hope it's nothing serious" Kerry thought as she turned and left the classroom.

Katelyn was a bit shocked at the shortness of the class, but shrugged as she scribbled down some notes. She packed up her bag, and walked to the door.
"Have a good evening, Professor," she said, smiling, and walked out the door. Even though the teacher had yelled at her, she didnt care. She shouldnt have been talking.

Alicia took out her notebook and wrote down the homework after she had finished taking notes. Then she packed up all of her stuff, put her Country Road bag over her shoulder and left the classroom, surprised at the length of the lesson. "Good evening Professor!" she waved brightly.

Qaz was writing as fast as she could. She didn't want to miss a word. She was very supprised at how short the class was. More time to work on the homework. When she finished taking all her notes, she packed up and followed Katelyn out the door, after nodding goodbye to the professor.

"Nice one Kerry!" said Faye, gathering her books, "And good evening Professor, thanks for the lesson!" she called heading out the door, in a great hurry to the library so she could get a jump start on her homework and have herself a free weekend.

Taika Ai jotted down the homework and packed her bag. The lesson had been incredibly short and she was wondering why; none of her other lessons, save for flying had been this short.

She contemplated the homework as she packed her things and walked to the door. "Good-bye, Professor," she said softly leaving.