Ever since he had received his wand, Archer had been a bit wary that he would cause some sort of catastrophe. After all, he had destroyed Mr. Ollivander's window during his wand selection. In preparation for charms class, he had remained awake much longer than he intended, reading up on quite a few chapters of their text so he could at least get a better grasp on the general theory. Studying made him feel at least a little bit more comfortable and prepared. A little.

When Ellsworth introduced himself and explained the task for the day, he dutifully listened and studied the man's wand movements. When they were given permission to begin, he first practiced pronouncing Lumos about a dozen times until he was sure that he said it correctly. Next, he practiced the wand movement the professor had demonstrated until he thought he had at least somewhat mirrored it.

It took Archer quite a few moments to muster up enough courage to try them both together, while he silently went over what exactly he was supposed to do and say. When he did attempt the first spell, he turned so he was facing away from his table mate, and flicked his wand carefully in front of him. "Lumos."