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Prof. Maxim Trevelyan

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  1. The Case of Eaten Sweets

     

    Another case with missing evidence, oh no! A storm of sugary chaos has been stirred up in the Wizengamot - The Case of Eaten Sweets. 

     

    In the magical haven of Honeydukes, renowned for its assortment of confections, a shocking discovery has left the owners and patrons in a state of dismay. Someone, with an insatiable appetite for sweets, has devoured a significant portion of Honeydukes' cherished stock, leaving behind a trail of wrappers and empty shelves. The Wizengamot, aware of the gravity of this situation and the impact it has on the village's economy, calls upon your extraordinary skills to uncover where the evidence has been, mayhaps purposefully, misplaced.

     

    Drawing upon the knowledge and experiences gained from your previous investigations, you must delve into the depths of the Wizengamot, searching for the whereabouts of the missing evidence. 

     

    Your journey will require meticulous attention to detail as you sift through the remnants of the evidence. Decipher cryptic symbols and untangle enchantments, for they hold the key to the truth behind this tantalizing confectionery theft.


     

    Task Seven

    Task Eight

    Task Nine


  2. You are checking some scratches in a dark corner of the evidence room. You use your wand to cast Lumos and multitude of numbers appear before you. It is clear someone left a message, but it needs to be decoded!

     

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    Send your solutions to me (Prof. Maxim Trevelyan) using the private message thread already established or make one titled ‘Internship at the Wizengamot’. Do so by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans.


  3. The owners of Honeydukes were kind enough to provide us with a list of items eaten and their graphical representation. Sadly, this is one of the missing evidence.

     

    Try to remember what the candy looked like by coloring the page below. Please, use at least 6 different shades.

     

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    Post your coloring page below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.


  4. One of the pieces of evidence from Honeydukes was the new types of wrappers that they planned on using for their most popular confections. 

     

    Use any medium to depict what you think one of these new wrappers or boxes would look like. Alternatively, describe it in at least 80 words. Do mention which of their products it was for.

     

    Post your submissions below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.


  5. The Mystery of the Horrendous Howling

     

    Welcome, esteemed interns, to a riveting and perplexing case that has sent shock waves through a tranquil wizarding village—the Mystery of the Horrendous Howling. 

     

    Your unwavering dedication and remarkable abilities have led you to the heart of this enigma, where the fate of an entire community hangs in the balance.

     

    In the serene wizarding village, a bone-chilling howling sound has disrupted the peace and instilled fear in the hearts of its inhabitants. The villagers, unable to fathom the origin and purpose of this haunting howl, turned to the Wizengamot for assistance. 

     

    Recognizing the urgency and the potential threat it poses, the Wizengamot collected the evidence of what might be causing this horrifying howling, but as mentioned, it went missing!

     

    The village's hopes rest on your shoulders as the Wizengamot places its utmost trust in your exceptional talents. The fate of the entire wizarding community's tranquility hinges on your resourcefulness, intellect, and bravery to resolve this mystery and restore harmony to the village.

     

    Task Four

    Task Five

    Task Six


  6. Your path of clues takes you to the main security guard, who was purported to see some suspicious activity near the evidence room. However, all this hubbub around missing evidence got him working overtime and he is rather cranky. Before he will part with information, he wants you to solve a puzzle below.

     

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    Send your solutions to me (Prof. Maxim Trevelyan) using the private message thread already established or make one titled ‘Internship at the Wizengamot’. Do so by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans.


  7. Your inspection made you discover a set of footprints leading from the evidence room to the entrance of the Ministry of Magic. Right before they would leave the building completely, the prints made a sharp turn towards the cafeteria.

     

    Use any medium to depict what you think a cafeteria at the Ministry would look like. Alternatively, describe it in at least 100 words.

     

    Post your cafeteria imaginings below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.

     


  8. When investigating the disappearance of the evidence from the second case, you find small smattering of dust trailing through different departments. Solve the maze below to see what the trail will lead you to.

     

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    Send your solutions to me (Prof. Maxim Trevelyan) using the private message thread already established or make one titled ‘Internship at the Wizengamot’. Do so by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans.


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    Image shows a Quidditch team in gold and red getting sprayed with 'water'.

     

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    Image shows Ron as Keeper celebrating before hoops.

     

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    Gryffindor Quidditch Team has won SECOND place in this term's Quidditch season!

     

    This has been the best result in more than a decade. :D

     

    As a captain I am incredibly proud of this team, congratulations to @Prof. Sky Alton, @Reyyan Azkendra and @Janne Halla for a wonderful season of incredible play at matches!

     

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  10. The Mystery of the Missing Niffler

     

    Welcome, young interns, to a captivating and extraordinary case - the Mystery of the Missing Niffler, belonging to a renowned pureblood heiress. Your exceptional talents and unwavering commitment have brought you to the forefront of an enigmatic and high-stakes investigation within the wizarding world.

     

    In the heart of a prestigious pureblood family's estate, a treasured Niffler, a creature known for its insatiable appetite for shiny treasures, has inexplicably vanished, leaving the heiress distraught and desperate for its safe return. The esteemed Wizengamot, cognizant of the family's status and the Niffler's inherent value, seeks your aid in unraveling this puzzling disappearance, of the Niffler and evidence alike.

     

    Guided by the knowledge gained from your internship thus far, you must navigate the labyrinthine halls of the Ministry and follow the tantalizing clues left behind of where the evidence of this case was misplaced. 

     

    The clock is ticking, and the heiress' hopes rest on your shoulders. The Wizengamot places its trust in your resourcefulness, ingenuity, and unwavering dedication to deliver justice. 

     

    Remember, the fate of not only this case but also the integrity of the Ministry's operations rests in your hands.

     

    Task One

    Task Two

    Task Three


  11. The Fountain of Magical Brethren has been restored and with it, the statues that adorned it. They had overheard some gossip and information about where the evidence might be held, but they do not want to part with it without something in return.

     

    Serenade one (or all) of the statues with a poem of your own creation. They need to be complimentary to the statues and be at least 10 lines in length.

     

    Post your serenade below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.

     


  12. As you poke around the evidence room, you see what seems to be torn pieces of parchment on the floor. From time to time, some of the pieces float an inch above the ground, and give a weak flutter, before they fall back down. One of the Wizengamot workers accompanying you lets you know that the paper is made from the same parchment as interdepartmental airplanes that are used to send messages.

     

    Put this jigsaw back together and see what was on the memo that was so horribly torn apart.

     

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    Post your jigsaw below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.


  13. First impressions are very important and it is no different at the Wizengamot. Choose your clothes for your first day at the internship wisely. You never know, you might be running around after criminals in no time.

     

    You can show your internship fashion by describing your wear in 80 words or more, or by using a dollmaker or some other graphic program. If you decide on the latter, you can use the dollmaker below or one of your own choosing. 

     

    Dollmaker: https://www.dolldivine.com/hogwarts-scene-maker

     

    Post your dolls or description of your clothes below to earn 15 rubies and 20 beans by June 29th 11:59 pm HOL time.


  14. Welcome to this month's Gryffindor activity!

     

    Every four days, three tasks connected to one case will be posted for you to solve. They will range from solving puzzles to making art or doing research. 

     

    For every two tasks you complete or correctly solve, you will receive a clue in which department the evidence might have been displaced. If you correctly solve all tasks, you will get six clues. There are three departments where the evidence might be hiding.

     

    Each task will be worth 15 rubies and 20 beans, to be awarded at the end of the activity. For each department you correctly name at the end of the activity, you will get extra 10 rubies and 20 beans. All in all, this activity can net you 210 rubies and 390 beans.

     

    If you have difficulty completing a particular task for accessibility reasons, please reach out and we can discuss an alternative.

     

    For the purpose of task submission, sending guesses and clues, send me a private message titled 'Internship at the Wizengamot'. We will be using this one message thread throughout the activity so make sure you reply to it, rather than sending a new private message every time.

     

    Timeline

    June 14: first case tasks posted

    June 18: second case tasks posted

    June 22: third case tasks posted

    June 26: fourth case tasks posted

    June 29: everything due

     

    If you have any questions, you can ask here or send me a private message!


  15. Welcome to the prestigious internship program at the Wizengamot, the highest judicial authority in the wizarding world! As aspiring wizards and witches, you have been selected to embark on a unique and thrilling adventure that combines your magical prowess with your investigative skills.

     

    In the hallowed halls of the Ministry of Magic, a peculiar occurrence has taken place. Evidence crucial to four ongoing cases has mysteriously vanished, inexplicably finding its way into various departments throughout the Ministry. The Wizengamot, responsible for ensuring justice and maintaining order in the wizarding community, requires your assistance in solving this enigma.

     

    Your task is to delve into the intricate web of clues left behind, meticulously scattered throughout the Ministry's numerous departments. By deciphering these clues, you will be able to determine the specific location where each piece of evidence has been misplaced.

     

    Your journey will take you through the bustling corridors, enchanting halls, and concealed chambers of the various departments of the Ministry of Magic. Each location holds secrets, challenges, and riddles waiting to be unraveled.

     

    As you progress through the internship, you will not only showcase your magical talents but also gain firsthand experience in the inner workings of the Ministry. 

     

    Remember, time is of the essence, as the fate of justice hangs in the balance. The Wizengamot relies on your resourcefulness, intellect, and determination to restore the misplaced evidence to its rightful place, ensuring the truth prevails and justice is served.

     

    Good luck!


  16. Laughter and happy cheers drew you to a very colorful stall, where you found people making wreaths and other decorations. You decided that it would be a great idea to bring both beauty and cheer to your doors, tables, and rooms this winter with a fresh garland made from seasonal branches and foliage, so you decided to participate in this particular festivity and make your very own wreath.

     

    But first, you need to find all the pieces that would make for a perfect garland. Find the words in the word search below! There are ten words, each worth one ruby if you find it.

     

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    Send me your solution to the puzzle as a private message (Subject: Frost Fair Word Search) to earn 10 rubies and 10 beans by January 8th 2023 11:59 pm HOL time


  17. When winter comes, it brings in a rush of howling winds, cold as frozen iron, with hard frosts every morning and icy drafts that bite at exposed hands and faces. Which is why this stall is one of the more popular ones in the Frost Fair, as it allows the visitors to ward off the chill with warmth and softness. Take a look around the stall and pick out your favorite snuggly pieces to complete your winter look.

     

    You can show your frost fashion by describing your wear in 80 words or more, or by using a dollmaker or some other graphic program. If you decide on the latter, you can use the dollmaker below, or one of your own choosing. It must be winter, snow, cold or similarly themed, though! 

     

    Dollmaker

     

    Post your dolls or description of your winter clothing below to earn 15 rubies and 15 beans by January 8th 2023 11:59 pm HOL time

     


  18. There is a large group of people at a particular stall, which is dwarfed by impressive icey art. As you move closer you just manage to hear the person manning the stall say that the world of ice sculpture is unfathomable and mystifying. Interested, you stop and look at what other people are making.

     

    Try your hand at carving your own ice sculpture! Will you make a magical creature, a portrait, maybe something abstract? Show it to us as an artistic depiction or a description of at least 80 words or more.

     

    Post your graphic representations of ice sculptures or a description of them below to earn 15 rubies and 15 beans by January 8th 2023 11:59 pm HOL time.

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