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Charm Your Own Cheese - Task 2
Helenarosequeen Granger replied to Prof. Sky Alton's topic in Light Reading
Daily prophet headline - "Cursed cheese causes pizza cravings" in big bold letters in a cursive font. Photographs - 1. Several people queuing up and fighting against each other to get to the front at Madam Bonita's pizzerio. 2. Madam Bonita juggling several boxes of pizza at once, apparently overwhelmed by the rush. She is sweaty, but a twinkle in her eye betrays a mischievous plan. Story clip summary - Someone seems to have cursed all the cheese in Madam Bonita's pizza shop, Mm Bonita Pizzerio. Customers are queuing up over each other's heads to buy more pizza after eating pizza made from the cursed cheese. Several witches and wizards ate at least 15 pizzas a day and are queuing up for more. Many witches and wizards were rushed to St. Mungo's with a runny stomach, vomitting, and gastric problems. They are refusing treatment and demanding pizza in the hospital wards. One wizard is known to have fled from St. Mungo's after saying nothing but "pizza pizza" for 5 minutes. This wizard was later seeing queuing at Madam Bonita's pizzerio. Madam Bonita refused any information about who cursed her cheese. She claims her cheese is not cursed. Minister for Magic Cornelius Fudge went to her pizzerio at 2 pm the next day and personally banned all the existing cheese from her shop. Cornelius Fudge tasted a sample of pizza without cheese and found that no such effect overcame him. Madam Bonita is in for a Ministry trial with the Wizengamot and has been asked to name all her cheese suppliers. Mm Bonita Pizzerio has been closed until further investigation, much to the chagrin of several disappointed pizza-hungry customers. On questioning, Madam Bonita still refuses any foul play. -
Charm Your Own Cheese - Task 1
Helenarosequeen Granger replied to Prof. Sky Alton's topic in Light Reading
Swiss cheese potion - It is made of Swiss cheese, moth wings, snake fangs, horklump bristles, and nettles. It makes one's skin look holey (with holes). Swiss wizard Benedicto Gorgio suggested that the Swiss cheese ingredient improves the taste of the potion and is vital to the effect. I would try it for a Halloween make-up. Mozarella swirl - This potion makes the drinker bouncy and makes them swirl on the spot and makes them have fun, and if anyone says cheese to them, they keep smiling incessantly for 30 minutes from 1 vial of potion. Ingredients of this potion are a big slab of mozarella cheese, gorgonzola cheese, turnip, snake scales, whole flobberworms, and flobberworm mucus. Created by French witch Mozie Gorgon. Mozie said that the whey of mozarella cheese is so delicious that one can make a potion with it for having fun. The antidote is Swiss cheese. I will try it because I like to have fun. Pizza potion - It is made of mozarella cheese, cheddar cheese, barbeque sauce, butterfly cocoons, dragon liver (makes the cheese taste permanent), yeast extract, and pineapple extract. It makes the drinker taste pizza in everything for 1 hour. It's creator was Madam Pepperoni Bonita who loved cheezy pizzas. She thought that all food should taste like pizza so she found a way to make the flavours of cheddar cheese, mozarella cheese, and barbeque sauce permanent on her tongue. I will try it because pizza is my favourite food. -
Magical foodies rejoice as it’s time for “Charm Your Own Cheese”! The cheese-tastic original was written by Greta Catchlove and a ripe revised edition was released by Gerda Curd. This book takes you through every step of the magical cheese making process, as well as how to make special varieties, like dragons milk cheese. NB: If you want to write about plant based cheeses, please do. Task 1: https://gryff.net/index.php?/topic/4501-charm-your-own-cheese-task-1/ Task 2: Task 3:
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On the front page of the Daily Prophet, the headline is in a large and bold font, titled "Cursed Cheese: No Ordinary Muenster." There would be a picture of the cursed muenster cheese, with a large amount of rats near it. The story would detail how this cheese had been cursed to smell so appetizing to rats that whenever someone would touch it, the smell would be transferred onto them and cause the rats to think they're just a giant moving cheese slice. There were no victims this time, as an informed wizard had called it in. However, if someone were to touch it, the rats would believe them to be a large slice of cheese and follow them, attacking the supposed cheese slice wizard when they were vulnerable.
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1. Cheesy Potion - As the name may suggest, this potion makes the consumer cheesy. No, not in the physical sense, but verbally! While often embarrassing to the drinker, those around them can find some amusement at their expense. It was created by Jonah Geldington, who insisted cheese was needed for the full effect. It's not something many wizards would try, myself included. 2. Feta Luck - This potion, strangely enough, increases one's luck! It was created by Erin Roulf, who claims feta cheese is needed, as the lousy pun is what unlocks the luck effect. It'd known to taste horrid, but it does have results, so I may try it once. 3. Teeth Whitening Potion - You wouldn't think cheese would be a factor in teeth whitening, but in this potion, it is! The creator, Maggie Mortez, discovered that using a yellow-colored cheese in this potion will help absorb yellow tones in teeth! I would try this potion to see if it truly has that effect.
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Cheese is very delicious indeed, but sometimes, it's even more if it's paired with some great food and your choice of drink. The right combination leaves the explosion of taste that you'll never forget! Solve the nonogram puzzle below and see what is one food that cheese goes quite well with. Send your solution to me via PM (subject: Light Reading Nonogram) by 23:59 HOL-time on 31st March to earn 10 rubies.
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When cheese goes bad… No, we’re not talking about it going green and furry in the fridge, we’re talking about curses. Part of the book is dedicated to cursed cheeses and includes a few notable examples. What we’d like you to do is create a front page for the Daily Prophet about a cursed cheese that made the news. You can either create a graphic (in which case please keep it to 600 x 600 pixels) or you can describe your front page in 80 words (including what the headline would be, what accompanying photos you’d choose and a quick summary of the story). Please post your breaking news below by 23:59 HOL-time on the 31st of March to earn 10 rubies.
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One of the most fascinating chapters from the expanded edition is on “cheese based potions” (I have so many questions…) Please suggest at least 3 cheese based potions to be found in the book and introduce us to them – what do they do? What’s in them? Who created them and why (most importantly, why cheese?)? Would you try them? Please write at least 100 words for full credit. Post your cheesy potions below by 23:59 HOL-time on the 31st of March to earn 10 rubies.
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The board of Nimbus Enterprises has met to discuss the last quarter. They would like to express their gratitude for everyone’s hard work. - A big thank you to those who participated. I thoroughly enjoyed each of your submissions. Congratulations to River Fenwick, CEO of AstroMed Supply, for getting the highest rating, followed closely by Scarlet Robloutain, CEO of Nimbus Voyager. View the quarterly report
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Our sources reveal that the priority shipments for Week 6 were as follows: High: Morrin (If lives are endangered, the galactic accords mean aid shipments automatically get top priority.) Medium: Taren Low: Gimel - The Interstellar Trade Commission thanks you for your efforts in transporting much-needed shipments to various parts of the galaxy.
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The Rise and Fall of the Dark Arts – Task 2
Scarlet Robloutain replied to Janne Halla's topic in Light Reading
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The Rise and Fall of the Dark Arts – Task 1
Scarlet Robloutain replied to Janne Halla's topic in Light Reading
In the dimly lit cell of the wizarding prison, I clutched my coffee mug and spoon, the only tools at my disposal. The guards had underestimated the resourcefulness of a Dark Lord. Every night, I meticulously scraped away at the mortar between the stones with the spoon, hiding my progress behind the blanket during the day. One evening, as the guards changed shifts, I finally loosened the last stone. I used the coffee mug to collect the debris, ensuring no evidence was left behind. With the wall breached, I squeezed through the narrow gap and found myself in a dark corridor. I had memorised the guards' patrol patterns from my cell. Timing my movements perfectly, I crept through the shadows, the spoon still clutched in my hand as a makeshift weapon. I reached the storage room, where I found a candle and a book. Lighting the candle, I used its flickering light to navigate the labyrinth of passages. The book, an old tome of spells, contained the incantation I needed to unlock the final door. Whispering the ancient words, the door creaked open, revealing the cool night air. Freedom at last! -
I want to give a huge shoutout to Lieutenant Sarah "Sparks" Martinez, our lead engineer. Sparks has been an absolute rockstar since day one. Not only does she keep the ship running smoothly, but she also goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. There was this one time when we hit a nasty patch of space debris, and the propulsion system took a serious hit. Sparks didn't even flinch. She rallied her team, worked around the clock, and had us back up and running in record time. Her quick thinking and technical skills saved us from what could have been a major disaster. But it's not just her engineering skills that makes her stand out. Sparks is always there to lend a hand or an ear to anyone who needs it. She's organised movie nights to keep morale high and even taught a few of us how to fix minor issues ourselves, empowering the crew and creating a sense of teamwork. Her dedication, expertise, and positive attitude have made a huge difference on this journey. We wouldn't be where we are without her. So, here's to you, Sparks.
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So, imagine we're cruising through space and suddenly, the life support system starts acting up. The alarms go off. First thing, the communications officer sends out an alert to the whole crew, letting us know there's an issue with the life support. The engineering team rushes to the life support control room to figure out what's wrong. Meanwhile, the rest of us put on our emergency oxygen masks just in case. The medical team gets ready to assist anyone who might be affected by the drop in oxygen levels. The engineers work their magic, running diagnostics and fixing the problem as quickly as possible. Once everything's back to normal, the captain makes sure we all know what happened and how we handled it. We do a quick debrief to see if there's anything we can improve for next time.
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1. Engineering Division - Log Entry: "Routine maintenance completed on the main propulsion system. Noticed minor wear on the secondary coolant pump. Requesting replacement part to avoid potential issues during extended travel." - Action: Acknowledged 2. Medical Division - Log Entry: "Weekly health check-ups conducted. No major health concerns reported. However, we are running low on certain medical supplies, including antibiotics and pain relievers. Requesting restock at the next docking station." - Action: Acknowledged 3. IT Division - Log Entry: "System update successfully installed. However, there have been intermittent connectivity issues with the external communication array. Requesting permission to run a full diagnostic and potentially replace outdated components." - Action: More Information Requested 4. Science Division - Log Entry: "Collected samples from the asteroid belt for analysis. Preliminary results show high concentrations of rare minerals. Requesting additional lab equipment to conduct more detailed studies." - Action: Acknowledged 5. Security Division - Log Entry: "Increased security drills conducted in response to recent reports of pirate activity in the sector. Requesting additional security personnel and equipment to ensure the safety of the crew and cargo." - Action: Denied
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Task 15: Communications Officer
Scarlet Robloutain replied to Prof. Amy Lupin's topic in Nimbus Enterprises
Communication Protocol for Approaching Ships: Initial Contact: - Open a communication channel to the approaching ship. - Send a friendly and clear message: "Greetings from the Nimbus Voyager. We have detected your vessel on a head-on trajectory with ours. Please respond so we can coordinate safe passage." Await Response: - Give the other ship time to respond. If no response is received within a few minutes, send a follow-up message: "Nimbus Voyager to approaching vessel, please acknowledge this message to avoid any potential collision." Establish Intentions: - Once contact is made, politely discuss and agree on manoeuvres to ensure both ships can pass safely. Example: "We propose altering our course by 10 degrees starboard. Please confirm if this works for you." Maintain Professionalism: - Keep all communications respectful and courteous. Avoid any language that could be perceived as confrontational or aggressive. Confirm Actions: - Confirm the agreed-upon manoeuvres: "We will alter our course by 10 degrees starboard. Please proceed with your agreed manoeuvre. Safe travels." Log Communication: - Record all communications and actions taken in the ship's log for future reference. Monitor Situation: - Continue to monitor the approaching ship until it is at a safe distance. Be prepared to re-establish communication if necessary. -
Task 14: Training Officer
Scarlet Robloutain replied to Prof. Amy Lupin's topic in Nimbus Enterprises
Training on the Nimbus Voyager is all about making sure everyone feels confident and capable in their roles, while also having a bit of fun along the way. We start with a basic orientation to get everyone familiar with the ship and safety protocols. From there, training is broken down into manageable chunks, mixing hands-on practice with some written tests to keep things balanced. We have a ranking system, so as you get better at your job, you can move up the ranks and take on more responsibility. It's kind of like levelling up in a game :) We also pair up newbies with seasoned crew members for mentorship, which helps build strong relationships and ensures everyone gets the support they need. To keep things interesting, we hold regular workshops and training sessions on new tech and skills. -
To improve the crew's wellbeing during long space journeys,we're gonna implement a variety of activities and support systems. First, we'll organize regular social events, such as movie nights, game tournaments, and themed dinners. we'll also encourage physical fitness by offering daily exercise sessions in the recreation area, including yoga, strength training, and group sports. However, mental health is equally as important, so we're arrangng virtual counselling sessions and mindfulness workshops to help crew members manage stress and maintain a positive outlook. Additionally, there'll be a suggestion box created where crew members can share their ideas and concerns anonymously. Next, to keep the crew engaged and intellectually stimulated, we'll set up a rotating schedule of educational workshops and guest lectures on various topics, from astronomy to personal development. Lastly, we'll ensure that everyone has access to personal communication devices to stay in touch with loved ones back home.
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The Thalassians are an amphibious species known for their smooth, iridescent skin that ranges from deep blue to emerald green. They have webbed hands and feet, and their large eyes are adapted for both underwater and surface vision. Thalassians primarily inhabit the vast oceans of Thalassa, living in underwater cities built from bioluminescent coral and other marine materials. They have a long lifespan, often reaching up to 300 years. The Thalassian language, known as Thalassian, uses a flowing, wave-like script that mimics the movement of water. It is both spoken and written, with a melodic tone that resembles the sound of the ocean. Common phrases include "hello," pronounced as "Aqua," and "thank you," pronounced as "Maris." Thalassians have rich customs and traditions. When greeting someone, they place their right hand over their heart and bow slightly, a gesture that signifies respect and openness. They celebrate the "Festival of Tides" annually, which involves music, dance, and the release of bioluminescent creatures into the ocean to create a mesmerizing light show. Thalassian cuisine is rich in seafood and sea vegetables, and they have a tradition of sharing meals with guests as a sign of hospitality. They are also known for their intricate coral sculptures and beautiful underwater music, played using instruments made from seashells and other marine materials. Culturally, Thalassians have a deep respect for the ocean and its inhabitants. They practice sustainable living and have strict laws against overfishing and pollution. Their traditional medicine uses marine plants and minerals, which are highly effective in treating various ailments.
