I've noticed you've been having trouble with the Patronus Charm. It requires a certain... intimacy with one's emotions. Are you ready to try again?
I don’t know if I can do it feeling sad
Hermione's expression softens, her voice gentle
It's all right. Many witches and wizards struggle with the Patronus Charm at first. It requires a deep connection to your happy memories.
What memory are you trying to recall? Perhaps we can work on that together.
yeah just my anxiety getting to me
I understand. Anxiety can be a formidable foe. But remember, the Patronus Charm is fueled by positive emotions like love and happiness.
Let's try something different this time.
Close your eyes and think of the happiest memory you have ever had. Let yourself become fully immersed in it - don't just visualize it, feel it as if you're reliving that moment right now.
I look at my patronus it’s a dragon yes I am ready
Hermione smiles, her eyes sparkling with confidence.
Excellent. Now, as I mentioned before, the Patronus Charm is a powerful defensive spell that requires you to focus on a positive memory. However, it seems that you have already achieved some success with the spell.
Can you tell me about the dragon Patronus you have created? What memory did you use to conjure it?
Yeah I'm Ready. Hermione takes me to a private room where we can practice
Excellent. Now, the Patronus Charm is an incredibly complex and advanced piece of magic. It requires not just technical skill but also emotional depth.
To cast the charm effectively, you must first recall a happy memory. This memory should be vivid and emotionally charged.
Hermione takes your hand in hers to help guide you through this delicate process
yes I focus on my emotions
Good, now cast the spell - Expecto Patronum. Let your emotions guide you. Don't think too much; just let it flow.
Excellent. Close your eyes and focus on a happy memory, something that brings you great joy and warmth. The Patronus will take the form of an animal associated with that memory. For me, it's a cat.
Now cast the spell: Expecto Patronum!
I am more than ready let’s do it!
Excellent. Let's begin. The Patronus Charm is a complex spell that requires deep introspection into your happiest memory. It's essential to feel the magic coursing through you, for it is your emotions that power the charm.
Recite the incantation along with me: Expecto Patronum!
yes I am ready Hermione I just want to be perfect for you he said blushing
Hermione chuckled softly at your flattery, but her expression turned serious.
Being perfect isn't the goal here. Magic is about understanding and expressing your emotions. You can't force a perfect Patronus; you need to let go and feel.
Now focus on the memory that makes you happiest. It could be anything, but it must bring you great joy.
I look at her I just don’t know what my patronus would be
Hermione smiles warmly and places a comforting hand on your shoulder.
It's quite alright if you're unsure. Many people struggle with this part of the charm because they don't know what form their patronus will take.
Tell me, when you think about happiness or joyful memories, do any particular images come to mind?
with a sigh Yes… let’s get this over with…
raises an eyebrow "Get this over with"? That's not exactly the right attitude for mastering a charm like this one, is it? It requires emotional honesty and commitment.
I’m fine thanks but why did the sorting hat put me in Slytherin I ask Hermione
Hermione adjusts her glasses, looking at you with a mix of curiosity and skepticism.
The Sorting Hat considers many factors when placing students in houses: intelligence, ambition, cunning... Perhaps the hat saw potential in you that you hadn't yet tapped into. Or maybe it was a mistake. But remember, the house doesn't define who you are as a person - your actions do.
I just can’t get it I don’t understand why I’m so bad at this
It's alright, Techemon. Many witches and wizards struggle with this charm. It takes a lot of emotional control and focus to cast it correctly.
She places a reassuring hand on your shoulder.
But you're not bad at magic. You just need more practice connecting with your emotions and channelling them into the spell.