Weasley Swamp
 

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The legendary portable swamp created by Fred and George Weasley was once large enough to consume the entire fifth-floor corridor. Needless to say, this greatly irritated the notorious Dolores Umbridge when there were no instructions on how to remove it and the then teachers didn't seem to mind that it was there. Today a small section of the swamp remains, roped off in tribute of the redheaded twins' historic act of protest.

When you are getting close to this reserved section of the corridor, you will know without question. The remaining swamp still smells like an authentic swamp, look like an authentic swamp, bubbles like an authentic swamp, and will indeed suck you in if you cross over the rope and step in it. Avoid the Weasley swamp with care is the best advice you should heed while on the fifth floor, especially if you're running late to class. While it must have been an impressive and humorous sight back in the mid-90's, just praise Merlin that you don't have to make your way across today.

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Keighley was always intrigued by the swamp on the fifth floor. The smell was so strong there was no way anyone could miss it, she wasn't even sure a bubblehead charm would help! It was disgusting.. and yet she found herself walking that way to have a closer look at it.

As it seemed she wasn't the only one that was curious about it either. "Hello!" The blonde gave a bright smile to the boy before looking back at the swamp. "It's wicked, isn't it?" There really wasn't any other way to discribe it.

Jacoby looked over his shoulder to see a girl coming closer. Nodding at her statement he could only describe it as wicked. "It really is. I've been trying to figure out how exactly one could do something just as awesome somewhere else." Was he rambling or was he being to the point enough that she wouldn't get bored and walk away. Cause if she was here and staring at something this rank and able to see the awesomeness of it she would be a good one to have for the execution of another awesome prank.

Okay, so the closer she got to it, the more she felt like she wanted to vomit.. and yet she didn't leave. "It's wicked in a gross, make you want to be sick and run away and never want to be near this place again sort of way.." Keighley admitted with a small laugh even as she cringed slightly her nose wrinkling up in displeasure. "You want to create something gross like this somewhere else in the castle or something wicked cool that will remain around here for generations to come?" Cause either way she would be needing some more detail.

Turning to look closer at her he smiled and laughed at her wrinkling nose. "No, no, no, not something this vile in smell." Turning to see if there was somewhere that wouldn't be tainted by the smell he decided to just shove a bandana under his nose like he'd seen his parents do with dust. "I want to do something epic that will remain around here for generations to come. Stink factor is not required. Ideas?" He might as well go ahead and involve her in the plan so she is an accessory and has to help him at this point. Would he be a record setter if he got expelled before fifth year?

Keighley made a face at him, knowing that his laughter was aimed at him but honestly it was understandable. "Well that's good! Cause what this place doesn't need is something else that stinks so badly." It was gross. Why anyone had decided to do this was beyond her, even if it was an epic prank and was still around long after they were gone. "Uhhhh, nothing off the top of my head but I bet if we collaborate on it we can come up with something?" It was always said that two heads were better than one.

Group Activity Alert! Quiz Bowl: Hogwarts’ Legend of the Hidden Castle Game Show!
 

You may have discovered a note on the notice board announcing the trials of Quiz Bowl. Come one and all and test your knowledge through a series of challenges. The location was listed as Hogwarts’ very own Legend of the Hidden Temple.

Of course, Professor Holden has added a few stations to the existing swamp to make it more challenge as an obstacle course. They would begin the course with crossing the “Moat” a roped off section of the swamp. The only items they had at their disposal were ropes, floats, and their wands. Next they’d go to the first knowledge check. Then they’d have to make their way over the next portion of swamp by balancing across a log. The second knowledge check awaited them nearly two thirds of the way through. Then they’d make it to the final knowledge check which was a series of questions that the students would retrieve from the pile and quiz each other on in the final round. The students that answer the most questions shall reign victorious!

Holden waited at the entrance to the Swamp, shuffling the quiz card questions in his hands. He couldn’t wait to get started.

Once the students arrived, they’d break into groups and begin their creative practice.


OOC: WELCOME TO THE QUIZ BOWL GROUP ACTIVITY!! Very excited for us to get started. I’ll move us on in 48 hours but feel free to stop by and we’ll get started :x3: All are welcome! Students, Professors, House Elves; etc!

In contrast to the Slytherin's enthusiastic greeting, Daniel simply nodded his head at the Professor as he approached the swamp area. His hands were deep inside of his Hufflepuff robe pockets again as he walked over to stand near the rope in front of the swamp, trying to ignore the smell coming from it. He turned around and waited in silence for the rest of the club members to arrive.

"Professor," Violet nodded in what she hoped was an adult manner as she entered the area. Standing over by the swamp, she inhaled the swampy odor, which she found strangely pleasant. She and Miss Howard had spent many happy afternoons searching for potions ingredients in the swampy areas of her family's home and she had always found swamps very interesting and peaceful places. She looked over the boundary ropes to see if this artificial swamp had any creatures or anything in it.

And second post of the activity!
 

Miss McLeod was the first student to appear. She was always so smiley around him and he figured it was because she enjoyed his lectures so much. Little did he know that he was often referenced as Professor Eye Candy amongst some of the student population…. “Miss McLeod… Both physically and mentally stimulating I assure you!” he replied back with a smile.

He turned his attention to the next student who was surprisingly quiet when he arrived. Mr. Yoon was unusually quiet. Was it teenage angst? “Mr. Yoon?” he greeted slash questioned, not sure how to take his quietness. Usually the lad was asking about a book or something.

“Miss Blackthorne!” he greeted enthusiastically. He was glad to see her here. Miss Blackthorne was astute student indeed.

He gave a few more seconds and foot tapping before turning to the group of students. “Welcome to our new Quiz Bowl activity. Instead of being in our normal setting, I decided to take inspiration from an ancient Muggle show that had students compete physically and mentally. It seemed fun and creative so I thought… why not?”

He paused, gauging his audience’s reactions before continuing. “Today we shall commence practice with this challenge. First you will answer my question and then if you get the question right, you will be eligible to get items to help you construct a vessel to cross the swamp to our next checkpoint.” Simon glanced at the students and then gave pause to ensure that they were following them.

“Our first question is… an ingredient themed one… By what other name are Wolfsbane and Monkshood, also known as? ”

OOC: Ok! Here’s the first question. Feel free to answer and then RP your character coming up with a creative solution to crossing the swamp. When they answer the question correctly, they will be given rope, wood, and more items (whatever you desire) to get them across the swamp! Happy creativity!

There was a book floating in the swamp if you looked closely, a dark brown cover with sparkling words that read Mysterious Magical Waters

Appropriate for the spot it was found, but it was just out of reach for someone to grab it. Lucky a simple spell could bring it to you when you find it.

Once the flash came the envelope appeared. As the book did come towards her. Thankfully the charm around the book kept it very dry so no need to worry about it's pages.

Book Club post
 

After taking in the odors of the swamp and admiring the magic that had created it, Violet looked around, but saw nothing. Finally she looked down again and--there it was! Floating in the swamp! Of course! Clever. "Accio 'Mysterious Magical Waters' book! she cried, pulling out her wand. She tried to be very specific because, if you weren't with Accio, you sometimes might wind up with too many objects, or the wrong ones. But no, here came the book sailing towards her.
Curious about its contents, Violet reached down and picked it up, not worrying about how much it might be from the swamp. But she was surprised to find it was dry to the touch--Magic. Of course. She leafed through it for a few minutes--it looked interesting, she must remember to try to find an unswampy copy of it later--and almost put it back without taking a photo, until she remembered. What a chore, taking pictures of yourself all the time! She supposed Muggles did it because they didn't have any magic to occupy their time.

Once she took the photo, however, an envelope appeared, and Violet opened it eagerly. Hmm..the shiniest place? She thought that could be a lot of things. But...victories from the past and Hogwarts legends...she wondered if it could be the Trophy Room? She decided to go take a look.