Chapter 5: New Super Cool Rare Wand
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HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock,
Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)
Dear Mr. CADMUS DIGGORY,
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.
Term begins on 1 September. We await your owl by no later than 31 July.
Yours sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall
Deputy Headmistress
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HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
UNIFORM
First-year students will require:
1. Three sets of plain work robes (black)
2. One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear
3. One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)
4. One winter cloak (black, with silver fastenings)
Please note that all pupil's clothes should carry name tags.
COURSEBOOKS
All students should have a copy of each of the following:
The Standard Book of Spells (Grade 1) by Miranda Goshawk
A History of Magic by Bathilda Bagshot
Magical Theory by Adalbert Waffling
A Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration by Emeric Switch
One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi by Phyllida Spore
Magical Drafts and Potions by Arsenius Jigger
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by Newt Scamander
The Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Protection by Quentin Trimble
OTHER EQUIPMENT
1 wand
1 cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)
1 set glass or crystal phials
1 telescope
1 set brass scales
Students may also bring if they desire, an owl OR a cat, OR a toad.
PARENTS ARE REMINDED THAT FIRST-YEARS ARE NOT ALLOWED THEIR OWN BROOMSTICK
Yours sincerely,
Lucinda Thomsonicle-Pocus
Chief Attendant of Witchcraft Provisions
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FIRST STOP - Ollivanders: Makers of Fine Wands since 382 B.C
"Oh, Mrs. Ceyl Diggory Ebony 8½" Unicorn hair quite Springy if I remember picking your first wand along with your mother. How's she nowadays?" An old man was standing before us, his wide, pale eyes shining like moons through the gloom of the shop (yeah I remember).
"Young Mister, a pleasure to finally meet you. Although I'm not expecting you this year. I am Garrick Ollivander as you might be aware." smilingly he continued.
"Hi, Mr. Ollivander Sir. I am Cadmus Diggory. I prefer my right hand for the wand." I replied stretching my right hand.
"Very courteous and well informed as well." Saying this he started taking measurements of my hand. And then took out three test wands from the rows of boxes.
I took wands of different lengths giving each a wave and he was making some observation points with respective for reasons unknown.
He then runs down to back bringing out a wand with muttering something in low voice and asking me to wave but as soon as I hold it he snatched the wand and the same process getting repeated with different combinations of wood and cores, making the place a mess.
Nonetheless, the more he went without finding a wand that suited me, the more excited Ollivanders appeared to become. After all, he loved a strong challenge.
Mom asked me to continue testing while she would buy other necessary equipment for the school and went out. As soon as mom left the shop Mr. Ollivander came back with a gold embroidery worked extravagant looking ivory box. Inside a bright red colored wand with a black gold handle. There were minute ornamental works across the black gold surface looking like a snake with seven heads coiled around it.
BEAUTIFUL was my first thought.
The moment I touched the wand, I knew it is the one. The wand immediately connected with me, I could feel it drawing power from my very soul, and it glowed crimson the same color as my eyes. I was too preoccupied with my new toy to realize that the place is surrounded by a very pleasant smell.
"12'', Red Sandal Wood, Garuda Feather. The only remaining wand from 22nd generation Ollivanders." He declared proudly.
What!! Garuda Feather!! I never heard of such core although I am not much aware of wand lore I thought silently.
"Very curious. In Hindu mythology, the red sandal tree is sacred to Lord Vishnu, the guardian of the earth while Garuda is described as the king of birds and mount of Vishnu." Smiling he answered adding how this is the only knowledge of the rare wand that was passed each generation.
"This was highly fashionable in the eighteenth & nineteenth century during British colonization to export rare wands specifically for the aristocracy. The mysterious wand consequently gave the possessor a considerable status. Curious indeed how these things happen. The wand chooses the wizard, remember... He looked at me with a wide smile.
Although I was super excited, I was still hesitant about taking his family heirloom or sort as a wand, and further, there is money he will ask for the rare wand to worry about.
Understanding my concerned look he gave loud laugh telling "No need to worry Young Mister Diggory. That will be only 13 galleons but I need a regular update from you every summer vacation so do visit as I want to know the nature of this particular and I think we can add a free annual wand maintenance to this as well."
Along with the wand I also bought a utility belt cum wand hostler which can even hold various potions for a total of 15 galleons and left the shop saying my goodbyes to Mr. Ollivander.
Mom asked me to wait at Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlour after wand purchase as her potion ingredients might take little time.
The Magical Menagerie a magical creature shop is across the street so I planned to check it out while waiting for mom.
Entering inside I could hear the saleswoman arguing with someone and from the voice of the other party, it could be inferred as a child. A slender boy with sleek white-blond hair, cold grey eyes, a pale complexion, and rather sharp, pointed features. I know this brat.
"Hello young mister may I know how can I help you?" the shop lady was visibly annoyed with another young customer entering.
"Hello Mam I am Cadmus Diggory. I am looking for some interesting creatures as a pet if possible." I replied politely.
"Hey Saleslady don't you dare to ignore me. I want a full refund, this egg is a dummy." the brat shouted without any manners.
"How many times do I have to tell you Mister this is a fortune egg we can't guarantee whether it'll hatch or not or even what will hatch of it." She's getting annoyed again.
I intervened "Why do you think otherwise they sale it for a nominal price of 5 galleons and besides it, 5 galleons should not be too much for a noble family like Malfoys."
Seemingly proud the brat declared "I am glad you recognize the wizards of reputations. I am Draco Malfoy. I guess 5 galleons is not much I can leave it but I don't need this dud egg."
"Oh then let me assist you in relieving the egg, I can use it for my collection how about I treat you in Florean Fortescue's to seal our deal." I replied with a business-like tone introducing myself.
"Definitely if you insist." Seemingly happy he strode towards the gate handing me a half bluish half pinkish egg.
During the discussion in the parlor when Draco got to know I'll be joining Hogwarts this year as well he looked really excited and asked "Know what house you'll be in yet?"
"I think I'd like to be in Gryffindor. I hear they have the best parties."
"Well, that's okay, if you're into that sort of things. I'm going to be in Slytherin, all our family has been there."
Then he requested if I could tag with him for robe selection as his mother seems to be buying his other equipment. My mom also joined us shortly and we went into Madam Malkin's Robes for our school robes.
There stood a giant man in an exceptionally large moleskin overcoat covering the doorway. A long mane of shaggy black hair and a beard covered most of his face but I know it is none other than the incredibly warm, kind-hearted gamekeeper of Hogwarts. Is Harry with him well? I guess it was in August but don't know it was today of all days.
Inside the shop, an attendant was taking measurements of a small and skinny boy with a thin face untidy jet-black hair wearing a broken rimmed glass.
So finally I got to meet the protagonist of this world. I have to stay together with him as my knowledge for the most part was centered around him. And most importantly his plot armor can be extended to me by sticking close (or so I hope).
"Hi, I am Cadmus Diggory. No need to introduce in here as it may cause a fuss and for your doubts, I can explain them as I will be joining Hogwarts this year as well. So friends?" I stretched my hand.
Being not sure whether to be shocked by my abrupt introduction or glad to make a friend finally Harry looked at me cutely smiling.
Narcisia Malfoy also joined Draco shortly so I parted saying goodbye with my mother. Outside with Harry, I met Hagrid holding Hedwig. I shared few tips for owl maintenance with Harry.
"Well, I'll see you at Hogwarts, I suppose," Harry looked sad.
"Don't worry let me know when you reach King's Cross by Hedwig we can meet up there." Hearing my words his eyes lit up and nodded his head suddenly determined.
With this, we left for the cottage as I can hardly contain myself from trying my new super cool rare wand.
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