Chapter 36 - Charms

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After reading the descriptions of the charms, Harry was eager to test them. He glanced at the virtual representations of Vernon and Dudley, who had already suffered quite a bit from his previous spell testing. A smirk crossed his face as he considered the potential for even more fun with these new spells. "Let's start," he said, focusing first on the Levitation Charm.

He pointed his finger at Dudley's virtual figure. While the spell didn't work on humans directly, he realized it could affect their clothes. Concentrating, Harry imagined Dudley's clothes lifting from the ground, envisioning them hovering in the air. To his delight, Dudley's virtual shirt and trousers began to rise, leaving him comically suspended in mid-air, his limbs flailing.

Nigel's voice rang in Harry's mind, "A rather unorthodox use of the Levitation Charm, but effective. I suppose it gives new meaning to 'hanging out.'"

Harry, intrigued by the potential of altering the Levitation Charm, shifted his focus to Vernon's virtual figure. "If I can make objects lighter, perhaps I can make them heavier too," he mused. The concept of gravity manipulation lingered in his mind as he concentrated on Vernon's clothes, envisioning them becoming more susceptible to gravity's pull, effectively becoming heavier.

As he honed his focus, Harry felt the magic surge within him, bending to his will. The clothes on the virtual Vernon's figure began to sag, as if an invisible weight was pressing down upon them. Gradually, they grew heavier and heavier, until Vernon's virtual representation struggled under the sudden, unnatural burden, his movements becoming sluggish and labored.

Nigel's voice resonated with a blend of surprise and appreciation. "Quite the gravitational dilemma you've created there, Master Harry. From floating to sinking without a single change in actual mass. Quite ingenious."

Harry watched with a mixture of satisfaction and fascination as the virtual Vernon grappled with his suddenly weighty attire. "It's like reversing the Levitation Charm. Instead of defying gravity, I'm amplifying its effect."

Harry's thoughts then turned to the Fire-Making Spell, 'Incendio.' The idea of creating fire with a flick of his finger was enticing. Aiming his finger at a virtual piece of wood, he willed. Concentrating, he managed to produce a small, controlled flame that flickered gently on the wood's surface.

No matter how virtual they were, Harry wasn't about to burn a person alive, even in simulation. It felt inhumane, crossing a line he wasn't willing to traverse. So, he opted for a piece of wood, a harmless and inanimate object, to experiment with the Fire-Making Spell, 'Incendio.'

As he focused on the wood, a small flame sparked to life at the tip of his finger. It danced there for a moment before leaping onto the wood, consuming it in a gentle, controlled burn. Harry watched, fascinated by the fire's behavior, the way it crackled and hissed, the warmth it radiated.

"Can I control its shape, create structures, shapes like I did with the Smokescreen spell?" Harry mused aloud. "Fire is harder to control. Can I change its intensity, its color? I wonder what else I can do with it."

As he pondered these questions, Nigel's voice emerged, "Fire, Master Harry, is an element both beautiful and dangerous. It's a fickle friend, as unpredictable as it is mesmerizing. Be cautious with your experiments."

Harry nodded, appreciating Nigel's words of caution. He then focused on the flame, trying to mold it as he had with the smoke. He visualized the fire extending upwards, forming a tall, thin pillar of flame. To his delight, the fire responded, stretching towards the ceiling of the Virtual Room in a slender column.

"Interesting," Harry said, watching the fire. "Let's see if I can split it into separate flames."

With a flick of his finger, the single pillar of fire divided into multiple smaller flames, each moving independently of the others. They danced around the piece of wood in a hypnotic display, a ballet of fire that was both beautiful and slightly intimidating.

"Very impressive," Nigel noted. "You've turned a basic spell into a spectacle. But remember, fire is not just for show. It's a tool, a weapon, and a means of survival. Its uses in the wizarding world are numerous and varied."

Harry considered this, his mind racing with the potential applications of the Fire-Making Spell. He could use it for lighting, for heating, even for defense if the need arose. The possibilities were endless.

Harry then tapped his chin thoughtfully. "Nigel, first light with Lumos, then gravity with Wingardium Leviosa, and now fire with Incendio. I think I'm getting closer and closer to creating my artificial sun." Nigel's virtual expression, if he had one, would have shown a hint of worry at the prospect. The young man's rapid progress in magic hinted at an extraordinary potential. "Well, as long as we don't actually ignite a star in here, I suppose it's fine," Nigel remarked, the dryness of his tone barely masking his genuine concern.

Harry, energized by his successes, turned his attention to the next spell on his list, the Softening Charm, 'Spongify.' It was a charm that intrigued Harry for its playful potential. He decided to mix it with the Levitation Charm to create a unique combination. "Imagine, Nigel, if we could make something not just levitate but also bounce. Let's give Vernon and Dudley a ride they won't forget."

With a flick of his finger, Harry cast the Levitation Charm on the virtual representations of his uncle and cousin. They began to float in the air, their expressions a mix of surprise and discomfort. Then, with another gesture, Harry cast the Softening Charm on the walls. The room, with its high ceiling and solid walls, provided the perfect playground for his latest magical experiment.

With a slight movement of his finger, Harry directed the levitated figures of his uncle and cousin towards the ground. He watched with amusement as their virtual forms bounced off the floor like a rubber ball. The figures, animated with surprising realism, flailed comically as they rebounded off the ground, their expressions a mixture of bewilderment and virtual panic.

"Not the most graceful of ballet dancers, are they?" Nigel's voice echoed in Harry's mind, a hint of dry humor underlying his words.

Harry chuckled, enjoying the spectacle. "No, but they're certainly putting on a show." He then gestured with his finger, guiding the bouncing figures towards one of the walls. As they hit the wall, which had also been softened by the charm, they bounced off with equal vigor, flying towards the ceiling.

The sight of Vernon and Dudley, two figures who had loomed so large and menacingly in his real life, being bounced around like beach balls was deeply satisfying. Harry couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of it all.

"They seem to be enjoying their new aerial adventure," Nigel quipped, "though I doubt the real Vernon and Dudley would appreciate such heights."

Harry watched as the figures collided with the ceiling, then rebounded back towards the floor, only to be propelled up again. "It's like a pinball machine, with them as the balls."

As he controlled their movement, Harry thought about the practical applications of combining different spells. The ability to modify and combine spells opened up a world of possibilities, far beyond what he had imagined when he first discovered his magical abilities.

"Imagine if I could use this in real life," Harry mused. "I could create safe landing spots, or even turn a dangerous fall into a harmless bounce."

Harry then thought about the potential of altering the Softening Charm. As he waved his finger, making Vernon and Dudley bounce around like rubber balls, his focus shifted. "Can I alter this spell?" he pondered. The charm was indeed straightforward, excellent for combinations. The idea of creating soft soles to reduce fall damage crossed his mind, but he wondered if there was more to it. He made a mental note to delve deeper into this possibility later.

Moving on to the next spells, Harry considered the Unlocking and Locking Charms. With a few conjured locks for practice, he tested 'Alohomora' and 'Colloportus.' The locks clicked open and sealed with ease under his command. "Simple, but invaluable," Harry mused, appreciating the straightforward utility of these charms.

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