Chapter 35: Knockback? Nah, Come at me Bro!
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Harry pondered the mechanics of the Knockback Jinx. "The Knockback Curse isn't exactly a 'push', so 'pull' wouldn't work. But knocking forward? That might be doable. The fundamental element of this spell is creating a force that knocks the target in the direction the wand, or in my case, my finger, points at. But I can't really point at someone's back."
Nigel, intrigued by Harry's line of thought, remained silent, allowing Harry to work through the problem. He watched as Harry's face lit up with an idea.
Harry raised his hand again, focusing intently on the virtual Dursleys. "If I can't point at their back, maybe I can alter the spell's trajectory. Instead of a direct force from me to them, what if I create a force that originates from their position but in the opposite direction?"
Nigel's interest was piqued. "A clever approach, Master Harry. It's like reversing the polarity of the jinx."
Harry nodded, concentrating on his new strategy. "Here goes nothing. Flipendo!" he called out again, but this time, he imagined a force emanating from behind the Dursleys, pushing them towards him.
The scene before Harry changed dramatically. Instead of being knocked back, Vernon and Dudley lurched forward, as if an invisible hand had given them a firm push from behind. They stumbled and fell forward, landing in a heap at Harry's feet.
"Brilliant!" Harry exclaimed, delighted with the result. "It worked, Nigel! I managed to reverse the Knockback Jinx!"
Nigel, unable to hide his amusement, replied, "Indeed, you did. A most unorthodox application of the spell. I dare say you're rewriting the rulebook on jinxes, Master Harry."
Encouraged by his success, Harry's mind raced with further modifications he could make to other spells. He looked back at the DADA book, his eyes falling on the Red Sparks spell.
He waved his finger in the air, imagining a bright red flare shooting from his fingertip. Instantly, a brilliant red spark burst forth, soaring upwards before fizzling out. He followed it with a green one, creating a simple yet captivating light show. "Not worth altering for now," he mused. "Pretty straightforward."
Next on his list was the Verdimillious Charm. "Nigel, hide some dark objects around the room, please," Harry requested, eager to test the spell's effectiveness.
"Consider it done, Master Harry," Nigel's voice resonated in Harry's mind, his tone carrying the slightest hint of mischief.
Harry cast the Verdimillious Charm, and green lights dotted the room, revealing hidden objects that Nigel had cleverly concealed. The spell's ability to illuminate the unseen was impressive, but Harry found it too direct for his current mood of exploration. "Let's move on," he decided.
The Smokescreen Spell was next. "Now this is something I can work on. Full of possibilities," Harry said, his eyes twinkling with excitement.
Harry had always been fascinated by the concept of concealment and misdirection, and the Smokescreen Spell offered a perfect opportunity to delve into these aspects. He raised his hand, focusing his intent on creating a dense cloud of smoke. As he muttered the incantation, a thick, swirling fog began to emanate from his fingertips, quickly filling the room.
"This could be used for more than just hiding," Harry thought aloud. "What if I could shape the smoke, use it to create illusions or even solid-looking objects?"
Nigel's voice emerged, tinged with intrigue. "A smokescreen is typically a defensive tool, but your idea adds an offensive twist. Creating illusions could confuse and disorient opponents. Proceed, but remember, the line between illusion and reality can be quite... smoky."
Encouraged by Nigel's response, Harry focused on manipulating the smoke. He envisioned it coalescing into specific shapes – a chair, a table, even a replica of his cupboard under the stairs. Concentrating deeply, he watched as the smoke responded to his will, slowly taking on the forms he imagined.
The chair and table were relatively easy, their simple shapes emerging from the foggy haze. But the cupboard was more complex, requiring a finer control over the smoke. Harry worked patiently, adjusting his intent and focus, until a misty version of his cramped living space materialized before him.
"Remarkable, Master Harry," Nigel commented. "You've turned a basic defensive spell into a tool for deception and creativity. The potential applications are vast."
Harry, pleased with his success, dissipated the smoky constructs with a wave of his hand. "I think there's a lot more I can do with this spell. But for now, let's see what else I can experiment with."
But upon checking further, Harry's disappointment was evident as he remarked, "These were all the first-year spells?" Nigel couldn't help but chuckle at Harry's reaction. "Well, you are exceptionally talented, Master Harry, but it's worth noting that you have the advantage of Occlumency to help you visualize and manifest these spells. How about we delve into charms next? They offer a wide range of possibilities limited only by your imagination." Harry nodded in agreement, and with a simple wave of his hand, the Defense Against the Dark Arts book disappeared, making way for the Charm book to appear in its place.
Harry turned his attention to the charms outlined in the new book that materialized before him. The list was extensive and varied, presenting a broad spectrum of magical abilities. He read through them carefully, each spell unlocking a new realm of possibilities in his mind.
Harry began to read the descriptions of the charms from the book, each spell offering a unique aspect of magic to explore.
"Levitation Charm," Harry started. "Also known as 'Wingardium Leviosa.' This charm allows the caster to make objects fly or levitate. The incantation, along with a swish and flick of the wand, can lift objects and move them around. It's essential to get the pronunciation right, otherwise, things could get... well, let's just say, interesting."
Nigel's voice echoed in Harry's mind, "Yes, the difference between 'LeviOsa' and 'LeviosA' can be quite... uplifting, in more ways than one."
Harry moved to the next spell, "Fire-Making Spell, 'Incendio.' Creates a jet of flame that can be used to light fires or ignite objects. Useful for camping, or, as Uncle Vernon would say, a good way to set the house on fire."
Nigel quipped, "Let's not summon your uncle from wherever he has scurried off to after their tumultuous departure." Harry chuckled and shifted his focus to the next spell in the book, the Softening Charm.
"The Softening Charm, 'Spongify,'" Harry read. "This charm softens objects, making them bouncy or rubbery. It could turn a stone floor into a trampoline or a hard wall into something you could comfortably lean against." Harry's eyes sparkled with the potential mischief this charm could bring, especially thinking back to the stony corridors of Privet Drive.
He then moved on to the Unlocking Charm. "The Unlocking Charm, 'Alohomora,' opens locked doors and windows. Simple yet incredibly useful, especially if one forgets their keys... or needs a quick escape route from a locked cupboard."
"The Locking Spell, 'Colloportus,' does the opposite," Harry continued. "It seals doors and windows, preventing them from being opened by normal means. A handy spell for privacy or keeping Dudley out of my room, too bad he is gone now."
Next was the Mending Charm, 'Reparo.' "This charm fixes broken objects, restoring them to their original state. It's like having a magical glue that works on everything from broken glasses to torn books. Imagine the money Aunt Petunia could save on repairs."
Harry then looked at the Box Blasting Charm, 'Confringo.' "This charm causes container-type objects to explode. It's a bit too destructive for my taste, but I can see its use in certain... stressful situations."
Nigel commented on Harry's progress with the charms, "Sounds like a bomb-dismantling specialist could use that Box Blasting Charm, though I dare say it's more about creating the bomb than defusing it." His tone was light, teasing even, as Harry turned his attention to the next set of spells in the book.
Harry smiled as he focused on the next charm, the Severing Charm. "The Severing Charm, 'Diffindo,'" he read aloud. "It's used to precisely cut or tear objects. A spell for the more delicate tasks that require a sharp edge, but without the need for an actual blade." Harry imagined the practical applications of such a charm, especially in crafting or modifying his belongings to better suit his needs.
Next on the list was a rather unique charm, one that Harry found both amusing and intriguing. "The Pineastra Virens," he announced. "This charm causes a pineapple to dance across a desk. Quite the party trick, I suppose." He chuckled at the mental image of a dancing pineapple, entertaining a room full of people with its unusual antics.
Nigel's voice emerged with a hint of amusement. "A dancing pineapple? I'm sure that would have livened up many a dull evening at the Dursleys'. Though I suspect Uncle Vernon would not have been amused."
Moving on, Harry's eyes fell upon the Ice Jinx. "The Ice Jinx,'" he read. "This jinx used to generate a small block of ice. Handy for those hot summer days at Privet Drive, or perhaps to cool down Uncle Vernon's temper." Harry's mind drifted to the possibilities of using this jinx in more creative ways, perhaps even in his potion-making.
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