[Divination] Class rules and Gradebook

1. First up, we're all here to have fun, so enjoy yourself! I don't mind if your character is good or bad at the subject, but seeing as its an elective I'd appreciate it if they try in class, at least some of the time! However, IC realism = love, so feel free to pass notes, jinx your friend behind the professor's back, or anything else in keeping with your character.

2. Please don't use glowing or coloured text, or copy and paste a chunk of someone else's post to respond to. Italics are fine for thoughts; if you write in bold I will assume you are shouting, and if you use smilies I will assume your character would like a detention.

3. Don't just copy and paste your answer from google or some random metaphysical site your found. Whilst a lot of JK Rowling's creations are based at least partly in fact, she invented the spells and classes, therefore you'll get more housepoints if you think up your own answers, even if they aren't necessarily what I was thinking of.

4. Yes, I am intending to give housepoints. And class posts, if I think your RPing warrants it.

5. If you choose to carry on extended conversations with other students during class that have nothing to do with the subject, Sam might decide to give you a detention or other punishment (and you have no idea how much polishing a crystal ball needs to get it *really* shiny!)

6. Please don't tease the iguana.

7. If I include links please click them before you post, and it goes without saying to please read what other people have said and done so you know what to react to.

8. Don't post that you are late unless you really want to be shining up those crystal balls...

9. All other MH rules (No godmoding, respect other players etc) automatically apply here.

10. HAVE FUN! (did I say that already?)

Books

UNDERCLASSMEN
Author: Cassandra Blavatsky
Title: Unfogging the Future
Price: 2 galleons, 3 sickles
Excerpt: When first approaching the crystal ball, one must above all remember to think of it as an entity rather than a tool; an etheric creature that desires to assist in your forays into the unknown. Therefore it is of the utmost importance to treat your crystal ball with the respect it deserves, to clean it with a silver coloured cloth regularly, stand it out in moonlight, and always remember to talk to it as one would a friend. Before one even attempts to make a reading it is vital to clear the mind and allow the etheric vapours the best possible chance of discourse with one's inner eye. Only then is it possible to see through the misty vapours and discern true future events.

UPPERCLASSMEN
Author: Hermes de Gebelin; translated from the original French by Llewellyn Crowley
Title: Unmasking the Unknown
Price: 4 galleons, 10 sickles
Excerpt: This method of divination has existed for hundreds, some even (falsely) claim thousands, of years, in many forms according to taste and culture. No doubt every student had heard lurid tales of tarot cards, which are so heavily charged with magic that some have even fallen into the hands of muggles, though the best any non-magical person can hope for is the hint of a half-forgotten vision, rather like waking from a dream. However for our purposes, regular European playing cards are more than sufficient. It is necessary to begin with a quick reminder of the four suits of cards, from which a single picture card is drawn to represent the reader or querant. If the querant is a young male the card chosen...


Other Materials

NEWT students are expected to have their own crystal ball and a regular pack of playing cards

Dice Divination

111 – Unexpected but pleasant surprises in the very near future.
112 - You may be headed in a disappointing direction.
113 - Plans will come to fruition; a wish will be granted.
114 – Beware of obstacles blocking your way
115 - Possible difficulties in business or money troubles
116 – Be sure to keep a secret.
122- Something you desire will come to you in a surprising way.
123 - Your answer will be revealed in an unexpected way.
124 – You will win.
125 - A thrilling time is in your immediate future.
126 - A member of your family will soon do something that will make you proud.
133 – Beware of someone gossiping.
134 - Expect criticism.
135 - Something you lost will soon turn up.
136 - Your wish may come true.
144 – You may be enjoying a new relationship soon.
145 - Success will be yours.
146 - Happy news is on its way to you.
155 - Any rough times are behind you.
156 - good news is coming your way.
166 - prepare for the unexpected.
222 - A loss of some kind is forecast.
223 - Luck will fall upon you, when you least expect it.
224 - The time is right to make new friends.
225 – A twist of fate means you will succeed
226 - A new perspective will come to you
233 -  Rumors are impeding progress toward your goal.
234- You will be influenced by someone or something from outside your daily life.
235- Love and harmony will be entering or returning to your life.
236 - You will be invited to an exciting event.
244 - Do not mistake temptation for opportunity.
245 - A parting, which may be temporary.
246 - Good things are being said about you.
255 - If your desires are not extravagant they will be granted.
256 - Trust your intuition.
266 – Beware of losing something you are fond of
333- A pleasant surprise will unfold, if you listen and watch carefully.
334 – Birth, either of a child or new project.
335 – Your many hidden talents will become obvious to those around you.
336 - All your hard work will soon pay off
344 - An important person will offer you support
345 - A message of importance will soon arrive.
346 - a gloomy development in your current situation.
355  - Sorrow which may be avoided through caution.
356  - Friendship; help from a new friend.
366 – Avoid promises of a simple solution to a problem
444 – Share something with a friend.
445 - Determination is what you need now.
446 - The hard times will begin to fade, joy will take their place.
455 – You will make a new friend
456 - It is worth reviewing some old lessons
466 - Traveling will be involved in your quest for an answer.
555 - Begin no new projects for a few days.
556 - A pleasant journey is forecast.
566 -  A change in plans may soon be necessary.
666 – Success, a wish will be obtained. This is the very best number to appear.