With the capture of Verandi Farley and several high-ranking Trossach members, the British wizarding world has finally caught a break. The rate of rogue werewolf attacks have started dropping at a steady rate and, hopefully, things will stay that way. The Ministry is starting to loosen some restrictions, like not arresting werewolves standing on the street for loitering, however there’s still an obvious power imbalance between wizardfolk and werewolves.
The Cotswolds pack are continuing to advocate for the rights of werewolves and petitioning to change the legislation that has been set in motion by the current Minister for Magic, whilst the remaining Trossachs members are trying to stay out of the spotlight and keep a low profile… for now.
Whilst the British wizarding world seems to have calmed down, the same cannot be said for over in Northern Europe where a rebellion of magical creatures has risen. The state of things has gotten so bad that the European Ministry has enacted protocols to protect those under eighteen whilst their adult witches and wizards fight to keep control of their countries.
Students from Durmstrang have been sent to Hogwarts to keep them safe and those not old enough to attend school have been sent to live with relatives or designated British Ministry officials outside of Europe for the time being.
Will the low rates of werewolf attacks in Britain continue? How long will Durmstrang students stay at Hogwarts? Will the creatures usurp the wizardfolk in Northern Europe? Only time will tell.
SEPTEMBER 2019 It's been a very long, eventful summer in the wizarding world. A baby was stolen, several high ranking Trossach members were imprisoned, and werewolf attacks have drastically dropped as a result. What will happen now school has returned?
MAY 2019 An attempt to capture the beta of the Trossachs has been launched. Were the Aurors successful in their mission? Go read more here!
Post by NICOLAS DELGADO on May 2, 2020 20:41:31 GMT
Lately it felt like he hadn’t been seeing Evan as much as he liked. The summer break didn’t provide much better opportunities to spend time together. Sometimes he wondered if that one year of age difference was enough for a wall between them. All Evan’s other friends were a lot more mature than Nicolas was. Not having the best self esteem, Nico often wondered if he was cool enough to hang out with Evan. Today however was his lucky day, he got to have the Gryffindor all to himself.
The late summer weather was very pleasant so the two nature lovers wandered outside and sat down in the grass. Nicolas had brought his self repaired wizarding camera, in hope of snapping some nice shots. “Oh would you look at that!” The Ravenclaw climbed half over Evan, resting on his tummy to kneel close and snap a photo of a bumble bee being very busy with a dhallia. Nico chuckled at the chubby little guy working his way through. It was super adorable. He had always been fond of insects and all little life. After snapping the shot, he found himself comfortable enough to rest his head on Evan’s… Wait were those abs?
How come every guy in Hogwarts is so incredibly fit when he was stuck with the body of a first year. It was completely unfair. They could just give him a tiny bit of muscle but no, they’d had to hoard it all to himself. Nico pouted at the thought and gently felt Evan’s chest and belly to check if it was even real. Damnit of course it was. Nico was a little flustered by his own action and decided it was probably time to say something to make it less weird. “So,,, eh…. How was your summer?” He rolled sideways so he could have a slightly better angle to look at Evan’s face. His eyes traced over the blonde’s lips, wondering how many people they’d kissed since their first kiss which seemed like ages ago. Not that it was any of his business, he just was curious and perhaps a little jealous he never again had the courage to ask for another kiss.
Post by EVAN OLIVER WOOD on May 3, 2020 6:01:34 GMT
Evan could hardly wait for some fresh air and time with his good friend whom he'd neglected during the summer because Evan was busy enjoying some unprecedented family time. Dressed in nothing but a pair of slacks and plain white button down - his school tie and shrunken robes were tucked into the cotton satchel that was shoved beneath his blonde head. The sun had bleached his dirty blonde hair rather spectacularly and given the teenager a healthy, glowing tan with his summer activities which included training with James and his health-nut freak (and now slightly possessive, if you asked Evan) girlfriend. The result was that he'd returned to Hogwarts nicely toned for a growing young man and he had to remind himself that he couldn't shed his white shirt while relaxing out in the sun with his friends at school. Oh, how sad it was that summer was ending.
"Ufff!" Evan was caught by surprise, having his tiny, shaggy haired friend climb over him to get a better photo. By reflex, Evan's stomach tightened to protect his delicate inner organs from impact - even if Nico was tiny and , "can you just ... your elbow's a bit... yes that's better," Evan had wiggled until Nico settled in the right spot that didn't feel like he was being impaled by a spear made of bone. Turning his head in the direction that Nico had pointed, Evan smiled to see the bumble bee. He wasn't into insects on the same level as Nico - the only time he got involved was if he saw a wasp drowning in the pool he'd scoop it out or when he had to catch various insects for injured wildlife to eat. "I've heard that if you stroke a bumblebee's bottom very gentle, it will make a purring sound," Evan said with a lazy smile as he watched the busy little bee.
In the next moment, Evan looked down at his belly which was now being... inspected? One dirty blonde eyebrow raised despite Evan's attempt not to show that he was watching Nico for a good moment and his tummy tightened again. Why are there tingles..?"Are you trying to tickle me Delgado? Because I must warn you, I have a baby sister and so I'm immune to such little finger wiggling," Evan said with warm laughter tickling his tone, misinterpreting the flush on Nico's cheeks as worry about being tickled in retaliation. "But it also means I'm a very skilled, top-notch tickler," he attempted to say with an evil grin but whether he pulled it off... well. It probably just looked even more dorky than he already was.
"My summer was really good. Ma and Dad spent more time with us and we went out camping a few weekends. I taught Emily how to ride a horse and she's better than me - in 3 months! James had over his girlfriend so the parents could meet her and ... I think to try and put the whole Llewellyn lewdness behind them," Evan sighed and reached out to run his fingers playfully through the scruffiness that was Nico's mop-head. "How about your summer?"
TAG: NICOLAS DELGADO NB: The Emperor Penguin is Evan’s corporeal patronus, when he learns it.
Post by NICOLAS DELGADO on May 3, 2020 18:03:05 GMT
“Ah! Sorry,” the Ravenclaw squealed an apology when it became apparent his curiosity had gotten the better hand of him and was uncomfortable for his friend. Evan started adjusting, making Nico wobble and giggle until they found a position they were both comfortable with. It was nice and cosy like this. There weren’t many people Nicolas was comfortable enough with to be close like this. It took a lot of time and Evan managed to have the patience to get to this point. What he loved most about Evan was his knowledge and gentleness with all living things. “Really? That’s super cute, they’re like bee-kitties,” he said with big blue eyes studying the little guy. “Ohh, I want to pet his bum now. Hmm... he is so busy collecting his food. I don’t want to disturb or harass him. I don’t think I’d appreciate it if I was cooking and a random giant started tickling my buttocks,” he shuddered at the thought and decided not to harass the bumblebee. “I did know that bumblebee’s eggs are shaped like tiny sausages. Oh and did you know they have smelly feet? It makes them waterproof.”
“Eh? Tickle you?” Nicolas jumped a little when he was caught. Quick quick. “Y-yes of course, ahaha. It’s not really working is it?” Well that might also be because he wasn’t really trying, it came closer to masaging than tickling but he couldn’t admit he was doing dirty things to his dear friend, just out of ab-jealousy. It was quite unfair, Evan rocked the careless look of just wearing a half open shirt. He looked so cool, just like a movie star. “Then it means I might have to try- Ah, wait no, no, please. Have mercy,” Nico gasped in fear when Evan revealed his master skills. Gullible Nico believed him right away even with the dorky grin that made him want to giggle.
Evan’s summer story was an amazing picture in his head. How lovely would it be to just go away from your house and spend time with the family? Nico never believed he came sort of love but at times like this, he did notice there were a lot of things his family couldn’t do. But it made him very happy that Evan could experience it all. Hearing him talk, Nico could imagine what it would be like so he had his own little vacation in his imagination. “Woahh, that sounds so lovely. Emily is super cool, learning to ride a horse so quickly. Cannot believe you’ve been bested that easily, props to her.” He bet Evan looked just like a prince riding a horse. He pulled a face when Evan told him about James and his girlfriend. “Oh no, juck. I’m so sorry you had to endure all that snogginess. Hope your eyes survived the trauma.” He felt for Evan and patted the Gryffindor’s chest to pay his respects. He would’ve patted his shoulder but the chest was in better reach. After years of enduring Matheus’ lewd acts, he completely understood how it must have felt.
“Ah! Evan! Not the hai- Oh,” he started complaining but noticed the gentle touch was actually quite a lovely feeling. He closed his eyes and slightly leaned in to the touch like a cat getting it’s chin scratched. The question broke his little enjoyment. “Eh? My summer?” Nicolas fell a little silent. He didn’t feel like sharing sad things because he felt it’d make him feel ungrateful. “I spend a lot of time with Izabel, Matheus and mãe. I can’t believe Mat is a real adult now, he is doing a very good job working hard and supporting us all.” While he often complained about the eldest Delgado, Nico felt nothing but love and respect for him. Not that he’d ever admit that to Matheus. If it weren’t for him, the little family might have been in real trouble. Nicolas felt so sorry for all his mãe had to go through and Matheus who couldn’t live his own life because of it. Nico felt his eyes were getting watery and in a quick reaction, buried his face against Evan so he couldn’t notice. Why was he such a cry baby?
