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Character Generation: The Letter
"And why do you think they really want you there, pray tell? Hogwarts might just dig themselves another grave if they would actually consider allowing another Malorram to pass their walls."
The burly dark woman stood before Lithiuna and her mother, right in the pathway of their yard. A beautiful grey owl perched itself on their mailbox with a screech, almost yelling at Madame Dygdon as she waved the elaborate envelope in Lithiuna's face. Lithi wore the unfortunate face of confusion as her mother, with a more understood expression of frustration and anger, stepped before her child and snatched the envelope from the older woman's hand.
"And who are you to speak of my family with such rudeness? The Dygdon name doesn't stand well there as well. In fact, they stand much, much lower than all others." Mrs. Malorram's strong Haitian accent grew darker as she spoke, which only caused the heavy set woman blocking their path towards their front porch to shrink slightly and step to the side. Lithiuna could only stare in awe, without the absence of that confused expression.
Mrs Malorram was a rather strong Mambo, but Madame Dygdon was from an older Voodooist family. For her to step away from such a challenge from her mother was rather odd. But Lithi was having a difficult time focusing on what transpired before her. Her eyes were glued to the unopened envelope in her mom's hand. What was it all about, this…Hogwarts?
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"So, I'm supposed to just leave home and go…there? To this new school of – magic? But Ma, I thought you said I didn't have the gift? Why do they want me there if I hold no magic?"
Mrs. Malorram was filling out the documentation within the packet for her daughter, trying her best to explain exactly what she herself really didn't have the answer to. "I'm not sure as to why they've selected you, Una, but obviously there's some magic within you or they wouldn't send this." She tapped the letter with her finger before continuing to write. "Maybe, Old Magic doesn't reside in you, like your father and I, and your ancestors. But the New Magic that's taught there…perhaps you possesses some of that. But, it's hard to say. I've studied New Majic back in my day, but have not used it in a long while to actually detect it in you."
Her mother slid the papers before her and handed her the quill. "Now, you sign it. This is your chance to learn what sort of Malorram you to become. All others before you have come and gone, and a few of them have studies at Hogwarts, but not many. You take your place now, and let's see what happens, nah?"
Lithi looked at the paperwork, reading the contents of her description – the majority she knew, but some - the new information that her parents never told her, proved that there was obvious more to her than once expressed.
Name: Lithiuna LiAnge Malorram (Nicknames: Lithi, or Una – parents pet name for her.)
Gender: Female
Place of Residence: 621-4B Southway Hold Providence; Port au Prince, Haiti
Guardian(s): Ulgen & Segunna Malorram (Chief Houngan and Mambo of Petro Voodoo)
Blood Status: Pure Blood
Brief Physical Description: Long natural black hair, which she either wears long down her back, or twisted into small tendril dreads. Strange violet eyes that can draw a person into them, or draw her within them; take your pick. 5'6", 130 lbs, can easily confuse someone into believing that she's incapable of defending herself, but they would be sorely mistaken. Haitian born, her creamy light mulatto skin shows her delicate structure.
Brief Psychological Description: Personally, she's never considered herself as a bad person, or even strong spiritually to be as dark as Petro, but every now and again her thoughts and actions weigh heavier on that side of the scale. Nevertheless, she still maintains a sort of neutral control over her positive views, even against her father's wishes. Her father believes she is far too soft and probably being influenced by Iwas, like a Bon Ange (good angel), rather than Loas, like a Mau Deboo (bad demon). With all the little Iwas and even bigger Loas that surge through her soul every now and again, it's rather hard to say if Lithi is really herself, or someone else.
Normally, she's a regular, timid little creature, uncertain of herself since she has no clue that she possesses any magical or Voodoo abilities whatsoever. Her parents weren't sure themselves, but felt that allowing her to enter Hogwarts might just awaken something within her that they can't even detect. Hopefully, their only daughter holds talents they can be proud of.
Lithiuna folded the completed sheets and headed to her room. Her life was about to chance, but she wasn't sure if it would be for the better. She had a very bad feeling that she was not going to turn into what her parents hoped for. In fact, she felt she'll end up being more of a disappointment than someone to be proud of.
"Well, I don't have a choice in the matter. Might as well enjoy the experience."
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Character Generation: Gringotts Bank
Lithi was in a whole new world as her as her mother took her to Gringotts Bank before purchasing her things for school. Her parents finally explained a few things about London, and Hogwarts. Her mother, Segunna, studied there, completing her seven years before returning to Haiti. Her father, Ulgen, only completed four years before he had to return to Haiti to care for his dying father and take over the temple as the new Voodoo Chieftain. There was so much they've never told her about their past – her family history, and she didn't ask why. Lithi had a feeling she didn't want to know.
The Goblin Bank was the most frightening place Lithi's ever been. It was like stepping into the nightmares of a person possessed by Deboo. Goblins were not safe to associate with in good Voodoo, but in Petro they were considered friends. Her mother had no problem dealing with them, filling out more paperwork and other things Lithi was oblivious about. All Lithi could do was stare and blindly sign whatever her mother placed before her. She's never seen a Goblin before. But soon they left, allowing relief to calm her frantic pulse. One thing was for sure though, she'll have to learn to deal with things she's never seen before in this new world. New Magic had its surprises.
Inventory Overview: Diagon Alley
"Alright, are you sure you can handle yourself out here? You have the map, and your money, and your list. All you need is the rest of your books, your wand, and a pet."
"Yes, I think I've got it. I'll call if I get lost."
Lithi's mother left her before the bookstore, carrying her other items back to the place they were staying. Lithi made her way inside, purchasing the rest of her books, before heading to a clothing shop. In there, she saw wonderful gems and items of interest, as well as school uniforms and such that she'd already purchased at another store. Oddly enough, she felt compelled to purchase a beautiful bracelet with amazing stones around it. It was extremely expensive, but for some reason she really didn't care. It was as if she would never forgive herself if she didn't buy it.
The cashier stated it was a one-of-a-kind piece which once had a matching necklace, but it was stolen years ago. She did say that it was a item for special occasions, so Lithi decided not to wear it as she continued her shopping. Next, she headed to the pet store. After looking around, she fell in love with a beautiful black Maine Coon cat. His eyes were the brightest green, which was rare for a Coon Cat. After purchasing her cat, naming him Dumballah, she headed over to the only wand shop she was guided to – Olivanders.
