Hogwarts Study Panel

Chapter 7.7: The Sorting Ceremony

"Welcome to Hogwarts,"

Professor McGonagall said,
"The opening banquet is about to begin, but before you all take your seats in the auditorium, you must first confirm which college you will be attending."

Sorting is a very important ceremony because during your time at Hogwarts, your house is like your home…

Professor McGonagall explained the four houses and the House Cup, and as she left, she reminded the young wizards:

"In a few minutes, the college selection ceremony will be held in front of all teachers and students."

I suggest you take some time to tidy yourself up and look your best while you wait.”

Her gaze lingered on Sheen for a moment, and the sternness vanished in an instant.

He's a good match for her...

"The Sorting Ceremony? Oh my god, I heard it involves fighting a fire dragon!"

A young black-haired wizard shared with his companion, his voice trembling slightly.

"Huh?! We're going to fight a fire dragon?!"

The blonde little witch next to him looked like she was about to cry.
"No! I only learned how to make fluorescent lights blink."

These words quickly caused a commotion among the young wizards.

"A fire dragon?! An adult or a juvenile?!"

"Anthony, why are you being so cautious at a time like this! If you ask me, even a baby fire dragon could kill us with one breath!"

"Ruined!"

The young wizards naturally accepted these rumors, suggesting that their families had laid a lot of groundwork for them.

Amidst a chorus of sighs and lamentations,

Sheen continued to read "Theory of Magic" diligently.

This was the only book he carried with him at all times.

Although magic is irrational and doesn't follow rules like the conservation of matter...

But it has existed for so long that even if the wizards were all idiots, they should have figured out some patterns.

Of all the books that cost 2 Galleons, this one left the deepest impression on Shin.

Those branches of magic, whether it's spells, transfiguration, or potions,
You can find some explanations for all of these in this book.

Sheehan believes these are probably the most underrated books on the first-grade reading list.

He is currently reading it for the third time, and each time he gains something new.

【magic,
It's something that wizards inherently possess.

The strength of magic depends on the wizard's emotions or mental power.
However, most wizards cannot control their magic on their own, so they need spells and wands to guide it.

[To enable the conscious manipulation of magic to achieve a purpose]

Sheen understands this.

Harry is a good example.

Before he even learned magic, he could move himself from the ground to a chimney and make glass disappear.
However, firstly, this could only be done when he was emotionally agitated, and secondly, he didn't know how to manipulate magic.

But with a wand and mastery of spells,
Wizards would then be able to control their magic to a great extent.

After two months of investigation, Sheen began to somewhat agree with a viewpoint from his previous life.
That is, the wizards in Harry Potter are actually blood wizards, whose power comes from a bloodline that can cast magic.

Sheen continued reading:

One fact about learning magic is that you should master as many spells as possible, including many ancient spells. The more spells you know, the more you can do.

Another fact is that after mastering a spell, you need to practice constantly to become proficient. The difference between a proficient spellcasting and an unskilled spellcasting is obviously huge.

However, once you've mastered a spell, to truly unleash its full power, you'll also need sufficient mental strength.

What a concise and succinct description!

No wonder author Adebbe Wolflin dared to call his book "The Theory of Magic".
Judging from the title, you can tell that this book is on par with books like "Theoretical Mathematics" and "Fundamental Physics" from my previous life.

You see, those books robbed Sheen of a lot of joy, like Dementors in the magical world.

Read it once, and goodbye to happiness.

"I'm starting to believe you."

Hermione's face was pale; the topic the young wizards were discussing was far too terrible.
Their mutual responses felt extremely real.
This made Hermes, who was new to the world of magic, feel uneasy.

Looking at Sheen beside him, he seemed oblivious, still engrossed in his book. "Should we ask Sheen? He doesn't seem scared at all."

Shivering, Justin recalled the equestrian tests that Eton College had once held.

Perhaps the wizard's purpose is to defeat the dragon?
Is this a glorious tradition?
wizard,

very scary.

“Sheen, I’m sorry to bother you, but…”

Before Justin could finish pleading for help, the auditorium doors burst open.

The Sorting Ceremony began.

Sheen also withdrew from magical theory.
While the Iron-Capped King was still on the throne, Sheen began to think about his target academy.

After all, the Sorting Hat seems to listen to the wishes of the young wizards.

Gryffindor?

No, no.

My primary task is to obtain a scholarship.
If you get straight A's, your role models are probably Hermione and Percy.

In the original story, they were all resisted by Gryffindor.

In first grade, Hermione was ostracized and made to cry in the bathroom simply for doing well in class and pointing out what other students were doing wrong.

Most Gryffindors possess the mindset that "no matter my skill level, I cannot remain subservient to others for long."

They are brave adventurers, but they always end up hurting others.

Just like in the Chamber of Secrets, they were incited by rumors, isolating and ostracizing Harry.

Speaking of Slytherin,

Sheen had no time for scheming and intrigue; with that time, he could have mastered the Levitation Charm to the level of the Silent Charm.

The remaining Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff seem pretty good.

But Sheen prefers Hufflepuff.

Free food is just a few steps away from the dorm?
The author.

Hufflepuff is a harmonious community that never attacks its own people, but instead unites against external threats.

Even J.K. Rowling once said that she hoped all children would be Hufflepuff.

Imagine a warm fireplace, a kitchen right outside your door, and a dean who, even if you make a mistake or get into a fight, will scold you but will still secretly give you a box of coconut ice cream.

Sheen just wanted to shout:
We come from the forest, we have great love in our hearts, we are loyal to nature, we are upright and faithful, we are resilient and honest, and we are not afraid of hardships.

—We are Hufflepuff!

"Harry Potter!"

In the center of the auditorium,

Professor McGonagall's words immediately calmed the noisy atmosphere considerably.

Sheehan heard the young wizards around him muttering things like "It's him," "It really is him," and "Harry Potter."

Harry ran over and put on the crumpled Sorting Hat. The entire room fell silent, awaiting the result.

This wait lasted four or five minutes.

Sheen was already singing the Sorting Hat song in his heart for the second time.

"Gryffindor!"

Finally, the results came in.

The Gryffindors were ecstatic.

"Potter!"