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//I will return one day, I swear it! I miss you all but hand!!
I know I owe everyone replies now and I can see I have gained followers despite my temp hiatus- Hai! I hope to be back on in a couple more weeks, it will be short and I won’t be able to do a lot but I will be back :D
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I swear I am still around XD hand is still resting and might be like this for a few weeks, it's wearing out the left hand though, I'm pretty sure that I am now ambidextrous. Thanks for baring with me, I'll get back here as soon as I can or I will kidnap someone and get them to write up the replies if it comes to it. Sorry about this- blame gravity and friction!
For all my non-UK followers and fellow writers, I have written a New Year’s quick list of 50 things that immediately come across as non-British in fanfiction and RPs. Hope it helps someone out there! Here’s to a brilliant 2016!!
Roommates at British universities are not common – tend to only be people who failed to ask for accommodation on time or are really strapped for cash.
We don’t major
Or minor for that matter
We pick our degrees before we go to university – only take modules relating to that course
Therefore, Harry Styles doing an English degree would not be taking intro to psychology. Sorry guys.
No elementary/middle/high school (primary 5-11 yrs, secondary 11-16 yrs, sixth form college 16-19 yrs) Some parts of the UK have middle & high.
We don’t call it kindergarten
We don’t call university ‘college’ or ‘school’
It’s maths not math here and it’s not separated in schools. You would have one maths teacher, not an algebra teacher and a calculus teacher and a geometry teacher.
People live in far smaller houses than many other countries and they tend to be semi-detached or terraces.
Mom is not a thing – mum for most of the country, mam for the rest.
Pancakes here tend to refer to what other countries call crepes, not American pancakes, bacon is more like Canadian bacon
They and waffles are not common breakfast foods
24 hour clock is used for official business a lot of the time
Target, Walmart and other American stores aren’t in the UK
For that matter, most people I know would say ‘going to the shops’ not to the store
It’s not the grocery store, it’s a supermarket (common ones: Tesco’s, Asda and Sainsbury’s)
Vegetables have different names here
Christmas traditions are different – there’s a good Anglophenia video on it
We have different TV channels – check out the British TV guide here
There is no single University of London – it’s made up of loads of different universities and colleges
There are more cities than London and Manchester, promise. List of UK cities here
All our school years are a year out compared with America since we start reception a year earlier than Americans start kindergarten.
Therefore: Year 4 = 3rd grade, Year 13 = 12th grade
You can get the train to Paris from London – we are pretty connected
I know we’re small, but you can’t drive from the north of England to the south of England anywhere near as quickly as google says you can.
Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland exist
We don’t use euros but are a part of the EU
Tipping is only done on good service at restaurants and is usually around 10%. We don’t tip bar staff, beauticians or hairdressers etc.
Guns are not legal for most ordinary people
Even our normal police don’t carry them
Drinking age is 18 but you can drink beer/wine/cider with a meal from the age of 16 as long as adults are there.
Have to be 18 to buy tobacco
Driving minimum age is 17 – we take two tests, a theory and then a practical one
BBC radio has no adverts. Neither does the TV.
And yes I called them adverts, not commercials.
Degrees tend to be 3 years
No freshman/sophomore etc.
But we do have freshers week at the start of uni – lots of partying and clubbing
We tend to go to pubs for a nice time out with friends, bars are more for like serious partying
It’s the prime minister not president
The royal family don’t all live in Buckingham Palace
England: At A Level (final two years of school), you only take around 3 subjects. So Sherlock wouldn’t have been forced to take xyz if he doesn’t like them.
Z is pronounced zed
Zebra is pronounced zeb-ra
Pronunciation is completely different in general really
I never say bugger, git, ass over tits or pretty much any other ‘slang’ American TV suggests we use. I do say bloody if I’m pissed off and there are kids or other people I don’t really want to swear in front of.
A lot of BBC America shows aren’t actually BBC
The Hispanic community just isn’t as large in the UK as the USA, but we have fairly large Pakistani and Indian communities as well as lots of immigration from countries such as Nigeria and the West Indies. (Read – ‘the Commonwealth’ so to speak)
The cost of living in the UK is absurd. Lots of shops that might be fairly cheap in the USA put a mark up on us buying them and they cost a lot more eg. Hollister. Check the UK online store before assuming that it’s as cheap here.
51. Wales, Scotland and Ireland all have their own languages that are still very much alive.
It has been eight days and it already feels like a year! I’ll have to install a speech to text program or something, Mad-Eye is driving me well, mad!
Temp Hiatus! >.>
Sorry for the lag on replies, while working hard like a good little mun of an Auror, I mistimed a step on some stairs and decided to take a serious test of gravity, which by the way, just so we’re clear, was totally an experiment of epic proportions and I can conclude that gravity is indeed still working, you’re welcome.
But numpkins here only went and broke her hand which you only become fully appreciative of when you start doing every day tasks, like driving, dressing, food making and eating and now, typing, thus I will have to put replies on hold for a while, sorry for the annoyance for those of you in single verses.
I hope you all see this because it’s taking me forever to type with one hand *glares at her right hand accusingly* and I am not going to tag people in it. Hope you see this, I hope you understand and I hope to be back up and running soon, hopefully it won’t be down any stairs XD
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Temp Hiatus! >.>
Sorry for the lag on replies, while working hard like a good little mun of an Auror, I mistimed a step on some stairs and decided to take a serious test of gravity, which by the way, just so we’re clear, was totally an experiment of epic proportions and I can conclude that gravity is indeed still working, you’re welcome.
But numpkins here only went and broke her hand which you only become fully appreciative of when you start doing every day tasks, like driving, dressing, food making and eating and now, typing, thus I will have to put replies on hold for a while, sorry for the annoyance for those of you in single verses.
I hope you all see this because it’s taking me forever to type with one hand *glares at her right hand accusingly* and I am not going to tag people in it. Hope you see this, I hope you understand and I hope to be back up and running soon, hopefully it won’t be down any stairs XD
welladjusted-werewolf:
Connor nodded, “I could hardly leave my work anyway, that’s where I come into contact with all the werewolves I know, but if need by, I can say I’m going away to work on my book, I did it with the last two so it won’t look out of the ordinary. I don’t think I’ll need a guard, not yet, at least. I think it would look suspicious if I suddenly had one after years of refusing them from other people.”
That was news to him, but as he hadn’t attended Hogwarts he never really paid attention to what was happening there. “That’s very good to hear actually. I’ve always assumed I’d have to find someone willing to homeschool her. I’ll have to speak to him and get some more information, I think attending there would be good for her. She doesn’t exactly do a lot of socializing with other kids right now.”
Connor shook Moody’s hand and nodded, “I’m not much of a soldier, but if there’s ever anything else I can do to help, let me know. If I’m in, I might as well be all in.”
Alastor nodded to that, a good idea, he thought and approved of anyway, leaving in a way that would not get the attention of the potential Death Eaters within the Ministry itself. “That would be preferable if it comes to that. We’re aiming to weaken his numbers, if we’re successful, you won’t have to retreat for very long at all.” He hoped so, he didn’t like disrupting families, too many had been uprooted or worse.
“Hogwarts is one of the safest places there is.” He gave him a smile, an attempt at reassurance. “I’ll give you contact information for Albus Dumbledore, but when she turns eleven, I would expect a letter to arrive anyway.” He knew that Albus wanted to offer as much protection as he could to the younger generations as was within his power and he had no doubt that her name was already in their books.
Alastor shook his hand back, pleased if a little apologetic. “Unless we have no other choice, we will do all we can to keep you out of direct combat, but I can’t promise that it won’t happen.” Dangerous times as they were, many were being hunted down and blackmailed, threatened or brainwashed. “We’ll come to escort you to a safe house within the month, I can’t give you a date- for your own protection, nor can I say how we will be traveling, but is there a way you are unable to travel or circumstances that will prevent you from leaving without arousing suspicion this week?” Paranoid as always, Alastor was looking to make sure as few people as possible would be aware of what was happening, which apparently included the very subject that needed protecting.
ruinedsilver:
He let out a sigh he was not aware of holding. He turned promptly on his heels- following behind Moody. “That’s fair.” And it was, he had years of experience in the dark arts, potions, and working for Voldemort. “I would expect nothing less. You know of my skills as a Death Eater, but do I come with other knowledge. I have healing skills, and a gift with runes and ancient languages. Those are hobbies of mine, it would be nice to get to use them.”
He kept his stride with Moody, suddenly contemplative instead of looking sick to his stomach. He had almost forgotten his other pursuits, having lost himself in the dark arts. He could have been a healer, like his father wanted– or a writer, like he himself wanted.
This was not where he expected himself to be at this point of his life. What would his father say? Abraxas died while he was in prison, alone, in St. Mungos. He covered the Azkaban tattoo on his neck with his hand. “What is the first step?” He asked in a quieter tone.
Alastor nodded his understanding of that, he could never call Lucius Malfoy incapable so it came as no surprise that he had unexpected skills, hobbies were always an extra perk so he grumbled something of an approval as he lead him further through the office to a black door at the other end.
“Right now, there should probably be a recap or demonstration of you skills, I believe you are talented in semi-apparation.” He had seen it with his own eyes in the Department of Mysteries. “Some texts and coded messages might pop up that we could use your help with but I’d like to see some of your healing skills in practice, it’s invaluable in the field.” He held the door open for him, turned and regarded him for a moment. “We have a training room-” Very similar to Hogwarts’ room of requirement. “-It usually comes up with something for the person’s strengths, looking to challenge them.” He explained and gestured for Lucius to step inside first.
“We’ll call this the first step.” Quietly, he wondered how the other man would cope when he came face to face with some of the people he used to work with, arresting them, dueling or even distracting them at times. He kept it to himself though, he believed that was more a trick for someone above him. He had been told to behave and help him so that’s what he would do, if a little on edge though really, there was rarely a time when he wasn’t.
git-isms:
Severus relaxed, slightly relieved that this man, practically a total stranger, had some form of respect for him. In his own eyes, Snape was at the bottom of the hierarchy, worthless scum of the earth. It was something he’d been taught throughout his life, by himself and others. However, here this man was, claiming that he wasn’t pathetic.
He let out a short chuckle, arching a brow at the other. “I never thought you’d be one to be philosophical, Moody. I almost thought I was talking to the headmaster.” He smirked slightly, feeling the tension of grief ease from his body. The only thing that helped him was distractions these days.
“I’m clearly spending too much time around him for my own good.” He teased and looked him over again, glad that he seemed more relaxed again and settled on the couch.
“You’re more valuable than you probably realize.” he told him and sat back in his own chair. “I’m not a psychologist, Severus, but I know that self hatred is not a healthy thing.” He watched him for a while and shook his head. “All good men are capable of evil, better wizards than you and I have fallen into dark places and habits before they realized and started to redeem themselves.”
Not too late (prof-alastor)
ruinedsilver:
He shook Alastor’s hand, his hand was rough and calloused. “Thank you.” He gave a slight nod of his head, coming fully into the office. “I appreciate you seeing me without any formal notice. I am Abraxas Malfoy, son of Agatha. I have a boy by the name of Lucius, he’s a seventh year at Hogwarts. I… am concerned he’s falling in with the wrong crowd. I tried to teach him to not judge others by things they can’t help- like blood, or even magic. All that matters is the person you become.” He pursed his lips.
“However, he has forsaken many things he used to enjoy with me- like muggle music, or their books. He is beginning to forsake me.” He placed his injured hand on his chest.
“He is seeing me as less of a man because I like what I like and care not for pure blood traditionalism. If this was any other time, I would assume teenage rebellion. There is something happening in this time, however. Something dark, and dangerous- which is feeding on those old, traditional values. I am afraid for my son.”
The Auror looked to him curiously as he stepped inside, the door closing behind him, just regarding him and taking in what he was saying, a son running with a crowd that caused parents concern was quite common, but Abraxas was right, with the problems that were happening already, having a parent come to the Auror office to speak to an Auror about it was obviously something that needed listening to.
The habit change was a concern and certainly the mention of discrimination was a noticeable red flag, though Alastor was nodding as the other man spoke.
“Is this happening at Hogwarts or is it something you have become aware of while your son is home, Mr Malfoy?” Normally he would be writing it down, but he felt it would be insensitive, the man was clearly concerned for his son. “At Hogwarts, it would be easier to educate him in what’s wrong with the way he’s behaving, at home, it’s a different matter.” He regarded him again. “You and he were close before he started to drift?”
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"You need to rest."
The Auror grumbled and shifted where he stood, leaning heavily on his staff as a fever raged through him, of course he thought it was a hex of some sort and that there was a magical fix, even though it was an unfortunately powerful flu virus he had caught while in London among muggles in the height of flu season.
“I’ll have plenty of time to rest when I’m dead.” He growled back. “Can’t rest when dark wizards don’t, too many of them to sleep.” His natural eye scowled at her for a moment. “You look familiar.” He pointed at her, still scowling. “You have a pretty face.” Compliments. Perhaps it was a high fever.
distrcss:
prof-alastor:
Alastor gave a little huff of a laugh and a nod, raising the water to her in something of a toast. “We’ll you’re doing a decent job.” Sitting seemed to have at least given him some control over the fever anyway. “Got anything in mind for employment yet or are you just looking to see what turns up?”
“Thank you.” she chuckled. “Actually, I’m not really sure what I’m GOOD at. Trying to figure that out before jumping into anything.” Hercules insisted on it. After working for Hades he wanted her to think five-hundred times before picking another job. Which was UNDERSTANDABLE.
The Auror looked to her and gave a smile. “Finding something you actually like doing is probably a good start.” Though he himself didn’t fully enjoy his work, he knew he would be lost without it. “Anything you particularly enjoy doing?” Was he trying to return the favour of help? - quite possibly.
poisonousnagini:
prof-alastor:
“I wouldn’t assume so, manipulation is something of a trait among those that practice dark magic.” He eyed her for a moment. “Do you have a wand?”
“Yes i do have a wand.” she said
Alastor nodded and regarded her again. “From Ollivander?” The old wandmaker had been in such high esteem for so long that Alastor tended to assume that his was the shop to visit for first time wand buyers.
“I take it you were not so used to casting spells in your- your- former form.”
Hi all, a few things have popped up out of the blue which will stop me from being online for too long for a couple of days, hence why replies have been left to float around for a while. I hope to be back on Monday but I can’t promise anything, it could turn into a two week thing, but if I power through it should be more of a four day thing >.>
Hopefully I’ll get back to you on Monday.
Thank you all for your patience
Hi all, a few things have popped up out of the blue which will stop me from being online for too long for a couple of days, hence why replies have been left to float around for a while. I hope to be back on Monday but I can't promise anything, it could turn into a two week thing, but if I power through it should be more of a four day thing >.>
Hopefully I'll get back to you on Monday.
Thank you all for your patience
I’m away for the night, I think my activity is still deciding if it wants to work or not, but if I have missed you tonight regarding replies, please like this post and I’ll get to it tomorrow.
Goodnight all
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"You need to rest."
The Auror grumbled and shifted where he stood, leaning heavily on his staff as a fever raged through him, of course he thought it was a hex of some sort and that there was a magical fix, even though it was an unfortunately powerful flu virus he had caught while in London among muggles in the height of flu season.
“I’ll have plenty of time to rest when I’m dead.” He growled back. “Can’t rest when dark wizards don’t, too many of them to sleep.” His natural eye scowled at her for a moment. “You look familiar.” He pointed at her, still scowling. “You have a pretty face.” Compliments. Perhaps it was a high fever.
distrcss:
“I don’t usually help old wizards.” she scoffed, shaking her head a little before taking a sip of her drink. “I don’t TRY either. Anyway, I currently don’t have a job but I am working on that one.”
Alastor gave a little huff of a laugh and a nod, raising the water to her in something of a toast. “We’ll you’re doing a decent job.” Sitting seemed to have at least given him some control over the fever anyway. “Got anything in mind for employment yet or are you just looking to see what turns up?”
