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Post by MJ Birdwhistle on Jul 28, 2022 4:57:55 GMT 10
After taking time to go to the bathroom to clean up after the Eglower incident from the greenhouse, after being sidetracked by the Niffler pit, MJ was finally where she intended to be. The Duellist Chamber wasn't a place she came to often - in fact her first and only time had been because Alice had asked her to help with duelling practice.
But she needed to win another duel, so here she was.
MJ entered the room and looked around. There were some training dummies that anyone could use but those would be no use to her. She needed to duel a person. She looked around for a free spot and left her satchel there. After a moment of deliberation, she also removed her robes, leaving her in her regular uniform underneath. This would make it a lot easier to move around when duelling.
Rolling up her sleeves, she held her wand and looked around for someone who seemed like they would be willing to duel her.
[OOC: pre-arranged thread with Orla Fallwater whenever she's free to join!]
Post by Orla Fallwater on Jul 29, 2022 22:45:46 GMT 10
Despite her best intentions, Orla found she couldn't quite begin her task of ingredient hunting just yet. Upon dropping off her pot from Hagrid's, she found she couldn't get her mind to stop jumping all over like a chocolate frog - her Ma used to say it was like Orla was filled with over-excited bees.
Knowing the best solution (to occupy herself with something challenging or physical), Orla made her way to the Duelling chambers with the intention of firing some fancy wandwork at the dummies there.
However, as seemed to be the theme of her days, there was another first year standing in the chamber when she got there, and she looked poised for a challenge!
"Hullo!" She called, closing the door behind her. She recognised this Ravenclaw! "Ah, it's you! Well done on your potion this morning by the way!"
She grinned, genuinely pleased for the other girl, and took out her wand. It felt so comfortable in her hand already.
Post by MJ Birdwhistle on Jul 29, 2022 22:49:55 GMT 10
"I love your accent! I'm MJ Birdwhistle - you did quite well yourself this morning." She excitedly greeted the other first year. So Orla was her name! She had seemed nice in class and MJ was glad that was the case outside too.
She nods at the other girl's words, "Let's do it!"
Thank goodness it didn't take long to find someone to duel! MJ walked to her spot and gave her opponent a polite bow before readying her wand, "Give it your best shot!"
This was the signal for Orla to fire the first spell since she was the challenger!
Last Edit: Jul 29, 2022 22:52:07 GMT 10 by MJ Birdwhistle
Post by Orla Fallwater on Jul 30, 2022 9:04:52 GMT 10
Orla blushed at the compliment - she was just thinking how nice MJ's accent was as well!
"Thank you! I hope I get to hear your lovely accent more now that we know each other!"
She smiled as MJ bowed, feeling a sort of cosiness growing in her chest. Some of her Aunties bowed like this, while some preferred to curtsey or even turn their back to prepare and concentrate. Orla simply stretched her hands above her head and nodded resolutely, then took up a stance with her wand held loosely before her.
"Good luck to us both!"
She called, before she gave her wand a sharp twist and flick, sending a twirling green offensive spell towards her opponent.
Post by MJ Birdwhistle on Jul 30, 2022 9:39:21 GMT 10
The spell lands at MJ's feet and she's amazed to see clover blooming there. She blinks, eyes widening as the scent hits her - suddenly, MJ feels dizzy and she takes a wobbly step to the side. "Woah..."
It lasts a few seconds and then they fade away, the dizziness too. What a cool spell! MJ grins, "Nice one, let's see—"
MJ casts an offensive spell in return, white and sparkly (and kind of pretty, despite it's intention), aiming her wand at Orla's torso.
Last Edit: Jul 30, 2022 10:01:03 GMT 10 by MJ Birdwhistle
Post by Orla Fallwater on Jul 30, 2022 10:03:48 GMT 10
Orla was proud of her first spell but also glad she was far enough away to not be affected by the dizzying scent. There wasn't time to dwell on that though, as MJ recovered fast and cast her own spell.
It sparkled lightening-quick at her and Orla turned to try and cast it aside, but it hit her left arm! Instantly it felt as though she had been lying too long on her arm; it filled with the fizzy, unpleasant sensation of pins and needles.
"Oof, that's horrible!" She said, laughing but clearly uncomfy.
She swapped wand hands and shook her left arm a little before concentrating - with a slow rotation of the wrist, she fired back another offensive spell coloured sickly green. The air filled with popping sounds, like bubble wrap being stood on.
Post by Orla Fallwater on Jul 30, 2022 22:36:09 GMT 10
MJ was a strong and skilled opponent who had clearly had more in-school practice than Orla. Her final spell was deflected, bouncing from MJ and into the shadowed surroundings, likely to hit a wall.
Defeat wasn't as sad as Orla expected; she was smiling from ear to ear and feeling refreshed! This was something she would make sure to do again.
"You win! Wow, well done MJ!" Orla said, a little breathless from the exertion. She walked forward to stand closer to the Ravenclaw girl, pulling off her robes as she went in an effort to cool down a little.
"Thank you for duelling me! Where are you off to now?"
Post by MJ Birdwhistle on Jul 30, 2022 22:42:55 GMT 10
Phew! That was a short but fun duel! MJ smiled at the Slytherin, "You did so well, can we do this again sometime?"
Sadly, the day was wearing on and MJ knew it would be dinner time soon. She wondered if she could go find Lucas before then...
"I actually need to go find an older Slytherin boy." She admits with a laugh as she gathers her things again. MJ puts her robes back on and shoulders her satchel, wand safely stowed away.
"See you at dinner?" Well, as much seeing as they could do with how far apart their house tables were. Maybe they could cross paths another time instead!
MJ gave the girl a smile and a wave before leaving the chamber, wondering if heading down to the Slytherin dungeons was a good idea...
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