New Magic at Hogwarts
Create a tale set in the world of "Harry Potter" years after the events of the original series. The main character is a young Muggle-born witch or wizard attending Hogwarts. Unbeknownst to the magical community, a new type of magic is emerging, and your character is at the center of it. Explore how they handle the discovery and the ensuing reaction from their peers and professors.
Suggested length: A one-shot: 1,000 to 5,000 words
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Three ways to take this prompt somewhere nobody else will.
- Put two characters together who never shared a scene.
- Leave readers wanting the next chapter.
- Keep every character's voice true to canon, even in a new situation.
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