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All this week in Potions, Mr. Elmasry is instructing students in the delicate art of brewing Amortentia.

In his usual laid back manner, Karim sits on his desk facing out to the students as he explains the nature of the potion. Its effects are instantaneous and undeniably powerful, but it doesn't actually create "real" love (whatever that even is). Instead, the person who ingested the potion develops an intense obsession (and usually a physical attraction) to another individual. Obviously, it's easy to abuse. So, like, please don't take any of this out with you? Thanks, you'll make his life so much easier.

Amortentia smells different to each individual. It often has multiple layers of scents that remind the person of things that make them feel safe and comfortable, or things that they're drawn to. As well, yes, hints of people that you're currently harboring romantic attraction to, even subconsciously. Elmasry says that to him it smells like wet leaves, the Grotto, well-aged potion ingredients, and... some other stuff. OKAY EVERYONE, GET TO WORK.

This is followed by careful, precise directions on how to make this delicate potion. Elmasry will offer guidance, but Seniors and Juniors are expected to brew it successfully with little help. Sophomores and Freshmen are mostly just asked to give it their best. In case some people don't successfully manage to make their own, Elmasry will let everyone smell his expertly crafted test batch.

This event is taking place over the course of the week, from 10/24 to 10/28. All Potions students will have a chance to brew and smell Amortentia during their regularly scheduled classes. Enjoy all the awkwardness that comes from getting a big whiff of your heart's (current) desire.

If your character does not take Potions but is still curious, Elmasry might indulge them and let them smell his test batch if they're polite.

You can go ahead and respond to this post with what Amortentia smells like to your character, what their general reaction to it was, and what they told their classmates. Optional: You can also note what scent(s) might be associated with your character, in case they have any admirers.

For reasons, please do not have your character drink or steal any of it. For one thing, they'd be in big trouble. Don't worry, I know what you're thinking, and your chance will come... later. ♥