February 8th, 1895 — Hogwarts Great Hall

Nell had quite enjoyed dueling when she had been a student, and had engaged on a very recreational level occasionally during her travels. It was no longer a priority in the witch's life, but she could enjoy watching a good bout—and with NEWT-level students before her, she hoped she was in for one.

The professor reviewed the tournament's rules, though rather expected both lads were quite aware of them.

"Mr. Whymper first, when you're ready," Nell directed the prefect. That he was the younger of the two did not at all count the Ravenclaw out, given that only a year separated the young wizards.

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Charles Whymper

  

Charles bowed to Mr. Fudge, and then cast, "Tarantallegra!"

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Tycho Dodonus

  

Paxton cast a shield charm.

Elenora Brierley / Aldous Crouch

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set by Bee!

A shield charm was cliche for a reason: with impeccable timing, Mr. Fudge had managed to stave off Mr. Whymper's efforts, netting the Hufflepuff the first point of the duel.

"Mr. Fudge, when you're ready," Nell bid, inviting him to start the next pass.

WHYMPER 7 | FUDGE 7.5
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Paxton Fudge

  

Paxton was pleased with his success and cast the leg locking hex when he was bid to begin the next round.

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Henry Berkwood / Charles Whymper

  

Charles cast a shield charm.

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Aldous Crouch

  

"Congratulations again, Mr. Fudge," Nell announced.

The Ravenclaw, it seemed, had been a hair too slow on the draw: a shield charm did shimmer in front of him, but it did not do an abundance of good when one's legs were already locked together. The professor set young Whymper to rights.

"You will be proceeding to the next round of the tournament—and take five points for Hufflepuff, while you're at it."

FUDGE 5.5 | WHYMPER 2