Thaddeus had always been fascinated by dueling, particularly the fact that it required much quick thinking in a short amount of time. It was a challenge in that sense, and he figured there would be no harm in participating in the clinic rounds -- he was by no means silly enough to participate in the true competitions.

He did recognize his opponent for the most ridiculous reason: he remembered Handsome's name from its frequent repetition in Witch Weekly, which Thaddeus would only admit to on pain of death. This was the famed rebel and supposed eligible bachelor? Mr. Whitledge could not have been much out of Hogwarts, given the youthful softness of his face.

Thaddeus bowed respectfully and raised his wand, raising his voice to cast "Tarantallegra!" He figured it best to give the crowd a show, and what better way than by attempting to have Mr. Whitledge dance wildly?

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Handsome Whitledge / Edric Umbridge