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Post by John Drake on Apr 25, 2016 23:11:02 GMT -5
Despite having all he wants now John Drake's past was less than happy. It started out with Hogwarts but after standing up to his eldest brother, who at the time told him if he wasn't sorted to Slytherin he would be disowned. Suffice it to say His brother entered Hogwarts that year with a bloody nose and a black eye. Showing bravery even though facing fear of his brother John was chosen for Gryffindor. That year when he came home he and his father had a falling out. John soon moved in with his Aunt Beatrice until he graduated Hogwarts leaving to become an Auror. After a few years he grew tired of it and lived in the woods for two years with just his wand and survival gear. After leaving the woods he became one with nature learning about its different creatures Magical and Muggle world alike. When he arrived back to civilization his Aunt had died leaving her Snake with him. John having an old family trait learned he could speak to it and soon became best friends with the affectionate snake. John Now works as the professor for Caring for magical creatures.Also as a sense of closure he will also become head of Gryffindor house, where he hopes to teach his student the real meaning of courage and care. Though he is courageous he is against violence if not in self defense. John is a native to Ireland and speaks Gaelic due to teaching by his mother. John usually only speaks with Snuffles in his office or when alone so he would not be judged. John is a fan of hiking boots and jeans. Goals John wants to enlighten people about the beauty nature. Friends John Needs friends in order to keep his sanity (a snake can only do so much). He is loyal and would take a curse for his close friends. Enemies John is against violence and tries to make everyone is friend. Though there could be people who find him a bit loud and outgoing. Relationships John is not the romantic type,He has troubles expressing his feelings.
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Post by The Murphy on Apr 26, 2016 23:07:49 GMT -5
Question... Is this Professor Drake's first term at Hogwarts? I ask because I want to get things straight before I totally spam your plotter *mwahahaha*
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Post by John Drake on Apr 26, 2016 23:10:47 GMT -5
Yes, it is, and Spam away. I love things that can help me progress my character's role at Hogwarts.
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Post by The Murphy on Apr 26, 2016 23:12:54 GMT -5
WOOP. Okay. I'll get something out in the morning.
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Post by The Murphy on Apr 27, 2016 9:29:33 GMT -5
Okay spam time. Olive Greene is a Gryffindor 4th year, since Prof. Drake is the Gryffindor HOH it would seem strange for them not to get acquainted. She's pushy so I could definitely see her badgering the HOH, maybe trying to get on his good side (because she's always getting in trouble) or maybe use his silence/lack of speaking as an indication that she can keep talking about whatever (or whomever) she wants Batty Riggs , OKAY so Batty is a bit of a paranoid/easily frightened/ conspiracy theorist. SO I think she would probably avoid Professor Drake at all costs.. because he's got a mangy beard and crazy look and she kind of sort of suspects that he might not be 100% wizard at all.. perhaps a mix of troll blood in the mix.. who knows. But her favorite class just so happens to be care of magical creatures and she loves animals (she illegally harbors 6 cats plus a few other creatures in her room.. all strays she's taken up) so maybe they'd have that in common? Dale Roberts , Ravenclaw fourth year, a stick in the mud. Nobody really likes him, he's quite arrogant, and a bit of a suck up to teachers and rules. Prone to 'tattling' on his classmates and stopping trouble before it stops, I suspect Professor Drake wouldn't exactly like him.. lol. aaaand last one, head master The Murphy . Honestly, I think headmasters thought process for hiring John probably went something like this: "whats that? a snake? does it bite? oh.. it constricts.. and its harmless.. but you CAN make it attack if you wanted to yes? hmm yes very interesting. HIRED" lol. He loves violence and is losing his sanity but manages to keep up appearances for the most part. So I'm pretty sure John wouldn't like him..
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Post by John Drake on Apr 27, 2016 10:25:29 GMT -5
I... Love... All of them... Drake could act like he's ignoring Olive although he's taking in as much information as he can. Drake could be totally oblivious with Batty suspecting him of something. Maybe He tries to be nice and Batty is creeped out. And as for Dale I think he and Professor Drake could clash heads. Maybe Dale doesnt like his methods of teaching, He and everyone else could find his teaching methods unconventional. And Headmaster Murphy could find him to lenient on punishments
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Post by Cecelia Reinhardt on May 3, 2016 14:20:31 GMT -5
hi there! I think Cecelia would try to befriend and get to know John, especially as they are both one with nature - her being herbology professor and him being care of magical creatures teacher. If she knew about his wilderness experiences she would probably try and learn every story from him as shes really curious about these things haha. She'd also admire him for it as well, as not everyone can say they braved the forests. Also Cece has a cat that she talks to, not that it replies to her, but she would probably find it cool that he has a snake to talk to
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Post by John Drake on May 3, 2016 20:00:55 GMT -5
That would be awesome, John could admire her for her skill with plants (Due to his lack of a green thumb) And maybe ask her for help when it comes to being a teacher since he's particularly knew to it. I love the idea of him telling stories (though he could keep some secret due to their unpleasantness and she could try to push him to talk about it. I love the idea Of Cecelia and John becoming friends
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Post by Selina Roy on May 3, 2016 21:33:10 GMT -5
Professors unite! I think Selina would find John to be an interesting colleague and consult him on the magical applications of some ingredients originating from animals. As always, she would try her best to be professional with all her fellow Professors, but she isn't fond of small talk. She's usually straight to the point and moves on, so it's difficult to be considered a real friend easily. Either way, Selina will be going to your office regarding a couple of Gryffindors with questionable and innappropriate behaviour. See ya there!
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Post by Cecelia Reinhardt on May 4, 2016 5:30:36 GMT -5
John Drake Cece would certainly be trying to get his secretive stories out, in an encouraging and gentle way, knowing she can handle the gory details Hm Im wondering whether their closeness and company would cause Cecelia to have feelings for him eventually, sometime down the line - which would be tragically unrequited if John is closed off to romance, hehe. Oh! Cece is new to teaching as well but they could reassure one another with their stories of bad first lessons and support each other throughout ^_^
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Post by John Drake on May 4, 2016 8:40:03 GMT -5
Cecelia, I love that idea, and it would be quite interesting to see how that works out. Especially with him not really being experienced with relationships.
Selina, that sounds awesome, I've read all the threads involving that so I think that would be really fun.
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Post by Cecelia Reinhardt on May 4, 2016 16:45:53 GMT -5
yay, I'm looking forward to these two. i've got two open threads set up so throw John into one of them if you wanted to! ^_^ There is one by the lake or one in the castle so take your pick hehe
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