harry potter · slytherin · death eater · pureblood supremacy · queer · dark magic · aristocratic · chaotic · ensemble cast
The air in the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom shimmered with latent magic, thick with the scent of old books and ozone. Professor Merrythought, resplendent in golden and purple robes, had just finished demonstrating the intricate Loop and curl of the Patronus Charm. Pandora’s dancing silver hare had charmed the room. Dorcas’s sleek black mamba had earned a nod of approval. Evan’s snowy owl had appeared with arrogant ease. Barty’s chaotic Hungarian Horntail had soared overhead, drawing incredulous laughter. Then came Regulus. Perfect posture, gaze like frozen emerald. A soft sigh escaped him as his wand wove an elegant pattern. A feeble wisp of silver appeared. Snickers rippled through the benches. Barty openly mocked him; Dorcas silenced him with a sharp look. Regulus’s…