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Post by Kamari Sagemore on Aug 15, 2023 15:57:00 GMT 10
FAMILY
Zareb Sagemore -Papa Mae Sagemore - Biological Mama(Deceased) Irene Sagemore - Mama Taraji Sagemore - Aunt Alora Sagemore - Sister ; 2nd year Gryffindor & Quidditch Team Mate - Chaser
FRIENDS
Kody Ashworth (4th year, Gryffindor) - Classmate & Quidditch Team Mate - Keeper. Super nice. She thinks he's pretty great.
ACQUAINTANCES
William Doren (5th year, Slytherin) - Nice. Formal. Doesn't stare. She likes him well enough. Verity Ashworth (4th year, Ravenclaw) - Classmate. Kody's sister. Cynthia Rushton (4th year, Slytherin) - Classmate. Pierce Twiggs (4th year, Slytherin) - Classmate. Reena Ashworth (5th year, Slytherin) - Kody's sister. Gave advice on how to be his friend. She is an awesome duelist. Grace Babineaux (2nd year, Gryffindor) - Quidditch Team Mate - Chaser Tobias Twiggs (2nd year, Gryffindor) - Quidditch Team Mate - Seeker Amber Lloyd (5th year, Ravenclaw) Super sweet. She has good taste in jewelry and kept her word. Kamari likes and admires her. Joshua Twiggs (5th year, Hufflepuff) Makes beautiful jewelry. Kamari enjoys seeing what he makes.
DISLIKED PEOPLE
coming soon
CRUSHES
Kody Ashworth - Dashing. Daring. Soooo COOL. But she'll never tell. Heck no. William Doren - ok but he's the most gentlemanly guy she's ever met in Hogwarts so she has a secret crush. NEVER say a word!
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Aug 15, 2023 22:05:24 GMT 10
Goals
- Partake in Quidditch - Go into the Forbidden Forest - Start and Finish the Potions Kit - Make some friends - Be brave enough to go to Hogsmeade - Win at Gobstones 5 times
Game 1
Game 2
Game 3
Game 4
Game 5
- Win 5 Duels
Duel One
Duel Two
Duel Three
Duel Four
Duel Five
Start the Christmas Toy Drive (Before Christmas of 5th year!)
I miss you! Things are going well at school, I've even managed to make a few more friends! How are you? How is Mama? Ringwald? I miss the whole family terribly!
I have a question for you and, while I apologize that the letter is short, it's Quidditch day! The Gryffindor team isn't complete and I was wondering if you would mind my joining the team?
I'd love to try out and if I didn't make it that would be fine, too but I would really like to try!
I look forward to hearing from you. I love you!
Your Daughter,
Kamari
It was wonderful to hear from you, especially when you took the time out of a Quidditch day to write home.
Everyone's doing well, though Ringwald was in a no-treats time out yesterday for having stolen your Mama's favourite scarf.
We've already sold out five of our new toy stocks, so we've been busy making more and getting those distributed. Thankfully, no one seems to realise or mind that the new balloons are made of a material non-harmful to the environment. They will disintegrate if deflated / popped; another of your Mama's genius ideas.
I'm pleased to hear you're making friends. We'd love to hear more about them. I trust they are treating you well?
As for trying out for Quidditch, we don't see why not? If this is something you'd like to do, and it won't negatively impact your studies or mental well-being, then you have our full support. Unfortunately, work prevents us from being able to attend matches as often as we'd like -- but if you make it onto the team, please let us know. We will, of course, also purchase a broomstick of your choosing, should you then need one.
All those training broomsticks you tested out growing up would surely pay off now, huh? In fact, we might have you test out some more now you'll be getting a feel for an real broomstick.
You know the drill; stay on the train until most have left, be alert on the platform, and find us quickly as possible. Mama will be the one collecting you; look for the three bodyguards in violet robes.
Make sure Alora's prepared as well. We expect both of you home these holidays.
To help make things easier, we've sent a far more efficient travel bag than lugging your trunk around, since there's barely anything to bring home. They're personally made by an esteemed merchant on the magical Coast of England. It's a traditional process, and very costly. Please treat them well, but they're yours to keep.
If you have any difficulty with the public between the Front Gates and Hogsmeade Station, look for a bodyguard in violet. She's there to keep an eye out, just in case. We've been in the Daily Prophet more than usual lately, and a few reporters are pushing for comments. Stay attentive, and stick to your sister at all times.
See you soon.
P.S we've not heard anything from you regarding the Founder's Ball. Choosing a date is a complicated matter, but it's okay to go with friends. Unfortunately, it's too late notice to get something to a tailor in time.
It's not like you to forget or leave things to the last minute, so we're under the impression you don't wish to go. It's a shame, but there's always next year!
From: Papa
Included with the letter were two stylish satchels, each bearing either Kamari or Alora's first name. It was finished with a little sage leaf; their Papa's sense of humour, no doubt.
Dearest Papa,
I apologize for my failure to write. There is no excuse for it aside from my getting into potions kits and trying my best to make more friends aside from my dorm mates. They're amazing, absolutely, but I am so excited to be able to call others from different houses my friends, too.
I received your letter at breakfast and had Alora read it to make sure that she was refreshed on the plan. She remembers and we will abide by the plan without deviation. I can't tell you how excited I am to see the family tomorrow. I've missed you all terribly and would love nothing more than to talk about what's happened with Quidditch and the Team and everything in person.
I know you said that I could join the team but I wanted to offer details face to face because, honestly, I think it's better that way. (Kamari doodles a little smiley face here)
As for the Founder's Ball I hadn't thought about it. I don't have many friends to go with that weren't already going with someone else but this morning I was asked to go by a new acquaintance. I'd love to attend but I am aware that my poor time management, decision making, lack of writing and planning would be the reason I couldn't attend this year.
I understand that there's little time and that getting something tailored properly is impossible but if there's any chance at all of getting a set of dress robes I'd be grateful. I understand if it cannot be done but... without asking the answer is always no. I do, regardless of the answer, agree to be better with writing in the future.
The bags you sent were beautiful! Thank you very much for sending them. I will be packing away what I need tonight and helping Alora get her things together in the morning so that getting to the train is more efficient. I will keep an eye out for the body guard as you instructed. I can't wait to hear about the Fundraiser Ball and would like to speak with you tomorrow evening about an idea I had if at all possible that is on the same note.
I love you, miss you, and am eagerly anticipating coming home to you, Mama, Aunt Taraji and Ringwald!
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Aug 15, 2023 22:11:55 GMT 10
Important Moments
Year One
- Sorted into Gryffindor (against all other expectations after asking the hat to place her there.)
Year Two
may be added
Year Three
- Sister Alora Sagemore sorted into Gryffindor! Kamari was so proud and glad to be able to see her far more often than she would have been otherwise able to.
Year Four
- (#5) Decided that she was going to ask for permission to join the Quidditch team. - (#5) Met Silvana officially and got the idea to start a toy drive for the Christmas season. - (#6) Enjoyed the Niffler Pit - (#6) Started Potions Kit - (#7) Met William Doren and figured out he was the bravest Slytherin ever for battling a bush of Nettles. - (#8) Did the flying refresher with a time of 2:07:50 and finished in 7th place - (#8) Met Joshua Twiggs and Amber Lloyd after the flying refresher because she liked Amber's earrings and wants to buy some for gifts. - (#8) Went to the Dragon Frog Hopsticle Course and made a dragon toad friend she named Jaskier who was dreadfully impatient but a lot of fun. - (#8) Spent the evening with Alora in the common room watching her do a new card trick. - (#9) Went home in the morning and saw 3 body guards with Mama. Paid attention to Papa's instructions for getting off the train. - (#9) Helped Mama make sandwiches. Aunt Taraji threw a mug at the door because of supply issues & paperwork - (#9) Told to gather Papa and Alora to go to Hong Kong. Told Aunt Taraji she wanted to learn the hexes she'd invent (joking) - (#9) Papa trusted Kamari to draw the circle for Dust Travel for their trip to Hong Kong. Major trust. Super proud. - (#10) Spoke to Papa and Mama during breakfast about the Toy drive idea she'd had. Papa approved and said she and Alora Sagemore would need to come up with a speech for the banquet they'd be attending. - (#10) Went to see the Ice Dragon after breakfast
"Her Mama had mentioned something called a "Hatstall", but in such a passing way that it seemed rare or extremely unlikely. It was a footnote in those stories of Hogwarts, at best. But the longer Kamari sat there, she knew."
"She was well-understood in the different houses, as her Mama had showed her Hogwarts: A History, and thus explained each house in detail -- without prejudice."
"With her hair, the hat sat rather well atop her head -- compared to many classmates, whose faces vanished underneath the dark flap. She still had somewhat of a view of the hall, which surely added to the nerves as everyone started at her. Waiting for the result. Whispering about her name or speculating her house. Their focus, entirely on her. Even the staff, too."
"The Niffler was easily recognised -- especially for Kamari, as she had the fortune (and misfortune, given the headache their care was), of helping raise three baby Nifflers when she was eight, and Alora was six. She couldn't remember why, or where they came from, and it was only for a few weeks -- but their cuteness was as memorable as the mess they also made if unsupervised.
The second creature was a Winter Hummingbird, which was the most accurately detailed of the three drawings. She'd only seen a few from a distance one dry fall afternoon when setting up camp in a forest. Her Mama said they were so named because of the way they spend months preparing their nest for winter."
" Irene led them into the yard and through the wards towards Aunt Taraji's cottage.
It was cold and there was a bit of snow in the air, but the grounds itself were a nice break from the stark white they were used to at Hogwarts and around London. The climate was a bit different at the Hollow, for whatever reason. It was a rare sight to be blanketed with snow, and this year didn't include it yet again."
Black Chalk. Dust Travel was extraordinarily rare, but was essentially a global passport. The Sagemores perfected the method and created their own dust (even patenting its chalk form), which enabled them to freely travel anywhere in the world they needed. It had the bonus of being far more pleasant than Apparition or Portkeys, though a Sagemore's upbringing included regular exposure to many forms of magical transport to ensure they adapt to any situation or in case of emergency.
The circle had to be as neat as possible, and with enough space around them to not have anything crossing the line or getting too close. Yet not too big that there was a lot of empty space. The destination had to be written very clearly, similar to Floo Powder -- but with worse consequences.
Kamari and Alora knew the story well -- of a Great-Uncle several generations back who accidentally dropped himself, and two sacks of water-activated fizzy-bangs, into the middle of an ocean.
"Even to Sagemores, who had had a magical childhood so privileged that they had seen a few dragons before. From an extremely safe distance, of course. Nothing like this -- free flying overhead, and such an unusual breed"
Thee Sagemores had, in fact, visited Japan in the past. A few times, actually. There was a lot of magical history there, and some rather interesting worksites. There were a lot of festivals too, which Alora and Kamari were given permission to wear traditional robes for one of them. It was about all they could remember; the lights, the Japanese music, and colourful clothes.
The visit in particular that came to mind for Alora Sagemore was quite a while ago so it wasn't very clear. And they visited a lot of places, so things were bound to get a bit muddled over time. It was something about a Museum of Preserved Magical History. Her papa received a gorgeous (and massive) dragon scale as a gift from... someone?
Her papa, who usually handled things with confidence yet respect -- that day, he'd almost been afraid to touch it, as if it was that priceless and special. She had no idea where it was now, but it was a memorable part of that trip because right afterwards, they'd gone on a picnic under some cherry blossoms. A simple afternoon, but a treasured one.
Though the name Dragon Toad sounded somewhat familiar, there was nothing else that came to mind for Alora Sagemore -- she certainly hadn't seen these in person before, or knew much about them until today. Not as far as she could remember, anyway.
This was a brand new experience for a young Sagemore.
But they'd also learned there were rare exceptions; if an idea got shot down, it might get a second chance if you can prove it'll work. Unfortunately, the young heirs didn't quite have the skills or experience for that yet.
Only Alora had ever managed it, at the tender age of five, when she'd envisioned a blanket that changed its pattern and colour everyday. They'd said it wouldn't work, because it would be too easily confused with other blankets or get lost. And a bunch of other reasons. So began her month-long mission to swap out their blankets, pillow cases, and bath towels as often as she could.
With Kamari, her co-conspirator, of course. Both girls made a point of saying how lovely it was that a blue towel with fish was now red with lizards. It drove Zareb and Tarji crazy, especially as it felt like nothing was ever given the chance to get used or not knowing what was clean -- but Irene was won over, and they settled on the idea of not using whole blankets but something small and most children would likely only have one of.
Random Learnings from Letters:
○ "You'll have to let me know when Hufflepuff plays Ravenclaw, as I certainly wish to cheer for my house before I have to develop a Mama-Bias to cheer on Gryffindor instead." - Mama was a Hufflepuff (letter to Alora on #6)
○ "All those training broomsticks you tested out growing up would surely pay off now, huh? In fact, we might have you test out some more now you'll be getting a feel for an real broomstick." - Papa (letter to Kamari on #6)
○ "You know the drill; stay on the train until most have left, be alert on the platform, and find us quickly as possible. Mama will be the one collecting you; look for the three bodyguards in violet robes." - Papa on how they get home from platform 9 3/4 (letter to Kamari #8)
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Oct 29, 2023 11:25:08 GMT 10
Music & Character Inspiration
🎜 Music & Songs 🎜
• Surface Pressure by Jessica Darrow- Kamari feels like she has to be in complete control of everything in both her life and her sister's. She is the eldest, the protector and the one trusted to keep her sister safe. She feels like she cannot falter or bad things will happen.
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Nov 4, 2023 10:40:39 GMT 10
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(#6) November, 4th Year
There was quite a bit that happened today. I'm not sure if I can get all of the details together in a coherent way but I can try! It was yet another day spent mostly alone - classes and such were easily out of the way. I made a sort of friend Kody Ashworth who is one of my classmates.
I guess I'm not the most... great at stepping out and speaking to people but we worked together in Charms, did a fantastic job in winning the keys that the professor offered for winning. I couldn't believe it! He was energetic and fun and, I have to say, seemed like he'd be an amazing friend in the future. If I can get over my nervousness to talk to him more.
I didn't do a good job at coming up with ways to meet people but... I did send a letter to Papa asking him if I could join the Quidditch team. When there I met a girl named Sylvana. She's an older Gryffindor who had some really neat ideas! I liked her a lot and, if I'm being honest, feel like she's pretty genuine.
She didn't stare at me or make me feel strange for existing like sometimes happens. She'd be an amazing friend if I were older but... she's older than me and probably has her own stuff going on. To be fair, however, she did let me help her hang some posters she'd made which gave me ideas.
There were boys that were rude to her. I wanted to do something, say something! Heck, maybe even sling a curse at them... but I couldn't. I want to be braver. But caution is important when it comes to being a part of the world outside of home.
I have to behave myself, be proper. I can't give a bad name and just... cursing someone? Yeah, that can't happen. It's frustrating. Anyway! Her posters were about littering and the art was AMAZING! I wish I could shrink one down and put it in here because, honestly, if I could draw like her I'd be content.
I had an idea from something she said about owl pellets. Sometimes people can't afford good things. Which, I guess, is true. I haven't had to worry about those things, not really... but maybe I can convince Papa to do a toy drive! I still need to write him about that tomorrow and see what he says. Maybe we can do it.
I think I should talk to Alora Sagemore about helping me pitch it, writing the letter with her! If we both think it through I'm sure the results will be magical!
Anywho. It's been a long day of bullies, ideas, Nifflers, and letters so I will call it a night.
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Nov 7, 2023 12:22:50 GMT 10
(#7) November, 4th year
Today was... interesting, to say the least. It was so insanely busy I felt like I couldn't do anything or get anything done at all! There was a Quidditch match, which maybe I should have been at considering Alora was there but I chose not to go. I had approached Professor Snape about a Potions kit so I was hoping that I could get some of the ingredients to prove myself to him and acquire entrance into the student laboratories.
But that didn't seem to be the case. Instead, I fully prepared myself to go to the grounds to find some bugs and stuff and yet I found something else! Or should I say someone else. There was an older student looking for nettles. Can you imagine? Someone that's willingly searching for a plant that stings and cuts? I couldn't until I saw it.
And let me say it was an absolute thrill to watch him! He just walked into the nettles like they didn't bother him in the slightest! He waded through the bushes and then came out fine! It was crazy! But Mr. William Doren handled it with a grace that I'm quite envious of. He didn't scream or shout or scratch, instead, allowed me to come with him to the hospital wing.
Where I sat with him.
He told me it hurt which... I can imagine! I would never willingly do that! He is cool! A Slytherin, sure, but he's well spoken and respectful - even got the door for me when we left the hospital wing. I can imagine being friends with him. In fact, he didn't stare or act... strange when I said my name which I like, too. I enjoy being treated like everyone else. It helps with moral if I do say so myself.
Yes, yes, I get it. I am Kamari Sagemore. My father is the creative, intelligent, amazing Zareb Sagemore! I'm proud of who I am and where I come from but, at the same time, sometimes I want to feel like a normal person so when people are like that it makes me feel a little more... regular, I suppose is the word.
I don't know what to do about all these feelings. No one would really understand if I spoke about them and I could imagine it being... annoying, you know? To go to someone and say 'I just want to be average for one day!' I'd get strange looks, for sure.
Oh well. It's time for sleep. Hopefully I can make friends with Mr. Doren and learn a bit more about that interesting personality of his - especially considering he doesn't much care for plants, either.
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Mar 18, 2024 13:04:56 GMT 10
(#8) December, 4th Year
I messed up. I forgot something important and it's my own fault. I forgot to write Papa about the Founder's Ball and, while he wrote me this morning to remind me of how we are to conduct ourselves coming home. I remember, yes, it's hard to forget.
Every time we go home it's a special layer of hades and we get to watch all the cameras and reporters and we have to pretend to be calm.
I'm used to it at this point. But I do worry about Alora a lot. I hate that she has to go through all of that. I mean, to be fair, I dislike it, too but it's all a part of who we are, right?
Today was eventful. It was a great lead up to Christmas, I have to admit! There was a Hogsmeade trip but I've yet to even ask to go. In fact, I am nervous about it. The last thing I want is to have my friends need to be escorted by a body guard, you know?
I don't even know if Papa would let me go: I have never asked. But! Because I didn't go to Hogsmeade I was able to do other things!
There was a flying refresher done today. I did it with Alora and finished in seventh place with a time of 2:07:50. It wasn't the best time but it wasn't the worst, either. I'm glad to say that I wasn't last. That went to a Hufflepuff but poor guy seemed alright with it, at least.
While there I met a Ravenclaw named Amber Lloyd who wore some beautiful earrings. I asked where she got them and she introduced me to her Hufflepuff friend Joshua Twiggs who will bring his jewelry on the train tomorrow. I look forward to it.
I swear I will get everything that I can so that Mama, Aunt Taraji, and Alora Sagemore can have something cool for Christmas. I can't go to Hogsmeade but I can still get them something! I've been saving for gifts anyway and I think they'd love them because they're hand made and unique. I know that's why I like them so much.
After meeting them, I went and got to see a Dragon Toad! AND ride it!
I named him Jaskier and he was... energetic to say the least but I had a good time - even if we ended up in a freezing pond! I can't tell you how much joy it brings me to get to spend time with magical creatures like that.
I can't wait to tell Papa all about it.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't sulk most of the night. It was childish of me, I'm afraid but after William Doren asked me to the ball I really wanted to go. I bet he and Kody Ashworth looked amazing in their dress robes. And I missed it. I hadn't wanted to go until William asked me but... ugh. What's wrong with me?
Alora made it better, I have to say.
She showed me a cool trick she figured out with cards and she even had a cute story that went with it about four Hogwarts girls that were lost in the forest. I have to admit that it was creative. Then again, my sister is amazing.
I have everything packed and will be heading to bed here in a little bit - the morning comes with a train ride so I have to be alert and ready to go.
Post by Kamari Sagemore on Mar 28, 2024 23:37:11 GMT 10
(#9) December, Christmas Eve
I was nervous when I woke up. Not because I was going home but because I knew that there were things I wanted and needed to talk to Papa about. And part of me worried if I'd get to it or not.
But the first thing I had to do was get Alora Sagemore onto and off of the train without incident. So, following the instructions that I already knew, I was able to do that. The train ride was fine, really. Quiet mostly. But I was able to get Alora off and to Mama and the body guards without any real issue.
I wish we didn't have to do that. When I'm older I want to learn to get myself and Alora home without the reporters. I'm sure there's apparation classes I can attend soon so that I don't have to go all the way to the train. Or... you know... figure out how to do it without worrying about the endless stream of people that want a look.
I already miss my friends.
I got distracted. So! We made it to Mama and got home where I was able to help her to make sandwiches. We started the talk about William Doren and Kody Ashworth but... I chickened out. How do I talk about silly things like boys when I have so little time at home? So, I dropped it.
During the time we were home I only saw Aunt Taraji once. She's so busy. But she was cursing and such and, honestly, it was amusing! I wish I could learn some of the things she does! She's fierce, isn't she!
I want to be like her.
But, being home wasn't meant to last. Does it ever? We were packed and ready to go to Hong Kong within an hour after Aunt Taraji told us about it. I got Papa and Alora and off we went -
Where I was allowed to do the lines for Dust Travel! Yes! Me! I was finally trusted with it! Of course, I have a lot of work to do to perfect it but I was able to do it well enough to get us where we were going. I was so proud!
Once there we had some snacks and went to talk to people about why production was slowed - apparently it was a dragon. A. Whole. Dragon.
Which was pretty cool, if I do say so.
It doesn't matter we were taken home, fed dinner, and told to stay. Tomorrow is Christmas which will be busy so I should turn in. But I will say I still have to talk to Papa about the Toy Drive, a Broom and, hopefully, see what Mama can tell me about boys.
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