April Batch #1
Application #444
House: Slytherin
Best Trait: I'm creative. By "creative," I mean "thinking outside the box." Though for "thinking outside the box," it might be more accurate to say "not even realizing that the box exists." I'm really good at coming up with crafty solutions for problems on the spot, which lends to my stereotypical Slytherin-adaptability, I suppose. My method for problem-solving tends to blend intuition with close analysis.
Worst Trait: Going a little over-board. I tend to be pretty all-or-nothing when it comes to most things. Either I'm really interested in something or I'm not at all. Either I dedicate myself to a project fully or I just can't be bothered.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? Definitely a loner. I like company sometimes, but I work best when I'm on my own. I don't open up to people easily at all, but I'm more of a 'friend for life'-type.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I'm not really shy, but I'm definitely more quiet than outgoing. If I have some problem or want to say something, I won't hesitate, but I don't generally start up (nor do I enjoy) trivial conversation with people.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! Long, dark brown hair, hazel eyes, fair skin, uhh. 5'7, ~100lbs, size 7.5 shoe? I don't want to post a picture because then I'd constantly worry that I look like whatever animal I'm stamped with, and I don't really want to think of myself as looking like an animal, ahah. Even if it's something cute, like a panda. In high school, I once knew this girl who looked just like a frog, and I always felt terribly sorry for her.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth, for certain. I'm capitalized by fear and terrified both of heights and of deep water. Going over bridges has always been an anxiety attack waiting to happen. I always liked climbing trees as a kid, though, and never felt scared then, oddly enough. But, yeah, more earth than anything else. Then again, I hate being dirty at all. So definitely nothing too earthy, like no burrowing underground or anything.
What's your favourite kind of weather? Slightly overcast, a bit chilly (but not too cold), low humidity. I like that clean, crisp feeling of the air when you breathe it in. All throughout autumn, I am in heaven.
Favourite time of day (or night)? Very early morning. I typically wake up too early even without an alarm clock nagging me about it, so by the afternoon I'm already a bit tired. I drink coffee, but it doesn't really have an affect on my anymore. I'm definitely not nocturnal, if that's what you're asking. Lately though I've been falling asleep around 8pm and getting up at about 3am, just naturally. I'm not really much a fan of sleeping.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I'd like for it to be a bit solitary, ie, not really a pack-animal. But if you think I'm a pack animal, don't let this stop you, I guess, ahah. I'd also prefer it to not be particularly grotesque-looking.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? I'd like for it to be able to move around. Other than this, I'm not really picky.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Hrm. I can't really think of anything, honestly! I'll probably regret this later.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? I've always loved snow leopards. Actually, I'm rather fond of most big cat types, now that I think about it. I love small cats too.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? I don't really want anything that's slimy or gross or creepy, like a slug or a snail or a caterpillar or any sort of insect. Also, I hate dogs with a passion and think fish are incredibly boring.
Why would you like to be an animagus? I want to be an animagus because I'm really curious to see what my inner animal is. What kind of animal someone identifies with says a lot about his personality, and because the animagus form is so specific (ie, not just "generic cat" but rather a particular animal, it sort of further refines the information available for analysis.
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Application #445
House: Ravenclaw
Best Trait: Eclectic: In my sorting app I said I love everything, and that’s not entirely true. I love a limited number of things, but in a vast array of areas. And because of those different areas, I make many friends. It sucks sometimes, because I can’t talk to my friends about ALL things, but I’m not complaining. I like having different people I can go to to talk about different things, and I think if I found someone who liked EVERYTHING I did, it’d be kind of weird/not as fun as having as many friends.
Worst Trait: Judgmental: Sooo, I judge people. Everyone does, buuuut I think my judgments are a little more severe. I make so many assumptions about people by what they wear, or what they look like, even how they eat. Most of the time, I decide whether or not I want to be someone’s friend within the first few minutes of seeing them. It’s bad, but I seriously can’t help it.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I definitely like having people around. I’m not always up to partying and stuff, but even if I’m just doing laundry I like to have company. I don’t really know why, but I feel like anything is so much more enjoyable if there’s another person there.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I think I’m in the middle, leaning more towards outgoing. It just takes me a little bit to get to know someone, and then once we’re good friends, I’m really talkative. I think whether or not I’m shy or outgoing in my animagus form would depend on what animal I was. I don’t think I could ever be an outgoing bear, just because I’m not trying to get shot by park rangers, ya know? But I love how some wild animals aren’t afraid of people, and I think, as an animal it’d be fun to give people the pleasure of seeing a “wild” animal up close.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! Hmm, well. I’m pretty tall, like 5’7-5’8, long brown hair, brown eyes…I’ll just post a picture.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Hmm, probably earth, though I wouldn’t mind air nearly as much as I’d mind water. I love to swim…but to LIVE in the ocean…with fishermen and sharks and deep-sea creatures WE DON’T EVEN KNOW ABOUT…not to mention dolphins, who seem kind to us, but in actuality ARE LIKE THE RAPISTS OF THE SEAS…yeah, I just don’t think I’d want to live in the water. Plus, scales gross me out. But as far as air goes, I’d be okay hanging out in the air.
What's your favourite kind of weather? I don’t really like being wet as a human, though as an animal I’m not sure I’d really mind all that much! I love the snow, I don’t mind being cold, but I cannot STAND being too hot. I turn into such a grump it’s ridiculous. As far as absolute favorite goes…I think I’d have to say either snow on the ground, sun in the sky…or sunny, mild, with a slight breeze. So like, any early spring day.
Favourite time of day (or night)? I think my favorite time of day would beeeee, either dusk or midday. I don’t really have a reason, I am a fan of pretty colors in the sky, but not waking up early…so dusk it is. Midday is nice because that’s when I get most of the things I need to accomplish done.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? Umm, I think tails are pretty. And I like ears. I just think it’s cute when their ears swivel and stuff. Haha. Hopefully it won’t be TOO big, either, I don’t really want one that’s like, too big to fit in a house. Like, through the door.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? I don’t really have any, no, not really. I suppose it would be cool to see at night, but I’m pretty sure all animals see better than we do at night, anyway.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? I think having sticky feet, or whatever trait that lets you walk on walls really gross…so not that? Oh, and I’d prefer to not be venomous…just because…what does that say about me as a person?? Haha.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? I like big cats and really like grazing herbivores. :) BUT YOU KNOW, IF YOU DON’T THINK THEY REALLY ARE RELAVENT TO WHAT I COULD BE AS AN ANIMAGUS DON’T FEEL LIKE YOU NEED TO SAY ONE OF THOSE :)
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Umm, reptiles/amphibians really gross me out, so can they not be that? Haha. Oh, and I’d prefer to not be venomous…just because…what does that say about me as a person?? Haha.
Why would you like to be an animagus? Well, since the idea was introduced I’ve always wondered what I would be if I had one…and I feel like you guys do a really good, really thorough job choosing them.
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Application #446
House: Ravenclaw
Best Trait:
Creativity. It's so important to me, that I made it my meal ticket. I just think creativity is what basically makes your life! You can make anything out what you're given if you're creative. Seriously, that's all it takes. If you have an idea, the means to work on it will come, but the idea is the inception of everything. I price that very highly.
Worst Trait:
I have tremendously short attention span. And over time, I have tried to learn how to use it to my advantage but it's still a major problem for me. I get distracted so easily, and my mind can wander off for hours at a time (honestly, even days), when I should be working on something else. And a lot of the time I realize I am intentionally procrastinating but I just can't get my mind to focus.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner?
A bit of each.
I think I value my time alone as much as I value my time around people. I get different things out of each, and I think they are both important to have in life. You can't live your life as an island. And I really feel like it's important to be surrounded by good people who inspire you and who you love, because that will not only enrich your time with them, but also your time alone.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form?
I am outgoing, but also very discreet. I'm not necessarily loud or wild, but I am very outspoken. However, I think it's really important to know your audience. As much as I like being outspoken and outgoing and proactive, I realize and I'm very aware that there is a time and place for everything, and sometimes discretion is in order.
Being able to differentiate between the 2 is important to me. So while I'm extroverted like that, I think my animagus form would value my discretion above my outgoingness.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
I have long, black hair. It usually has no shape on its own so I have to blow dry it or iron it to make it straight or curled. My eyes are a little big and I have high, round cheekbones. My legs are long (even though I'm not very tall). I've trained as a dancer for years so I have an awareness about my posture that I can't ever shake off.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth?
Water, I think. But definitely not under water. Either above or around the water. Or earth, really. I'm not against earth at all.
Just definitely not air because I have huge vertigo, so I don't think I'd be able to fly or be to high up anywhere.
What's your favourite kind of weather?
The sort of windy, very cold and dry days at the end of the fall. Just when winter is about to start and you can almost taste the cold in the wind and you start pulling out your boots and scarves? I love that so much.
Favourite time of day (or night)?
Night. After 10 or 11 pm when the day has totally ended and people have gone to sleep and it's the perfect time to be on your own. Love that.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have?
I really want feathers or fur. And I would really like an animal that has really good posture. A head that's not too big too.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have?
Intelligence. Maybe adaptability since I'm so resistant to change, so an animal that can live on more than one place, that'd be nice. Also grace. An animal that moves with a certain degree of grace and poise.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want?
I wouldn't want a high flying animal. No please. I simply would find it useless because I am seriously terrified of heights so while I could do with a little flying just for movement, I could NEVER do with high flying (Ravenclaw shame, I know).
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
I really like poodles. I know they're like the poster dog for girly girls but I love them. They are so classy and have such good looks and are so intelligent. And also they have to get groomed a lot, so I feel for them.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike?
Reptiles in general. Especially snakes. But also crocodiles, lizzards, ugh any reptile seriously freaks me out I can't even write about them I'm getting goosebumps.
Why would you like to be an animagus?
Because I think it is interesting to have that kind of external point of view on yourself. It's a way for magic to tell you how you truly see yourself. In a sort of abstract, metaphorical way. But yeah, I think it's fascinating.
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Application #447
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait: Optimist. I have to be in a pretty bad mood or the situation has to be pretty darn bad if I can't see the good in it. I'm definitely a glass half full person the majority of the time and that probably helps me get through a lot. Bad or sad things happen all the time of course, but sometimes I will just decide to be happy anyway and sometimes that works. Even though I'll be really sad about something, if I know I've come to terms with it I know I will be okay.
Worst Trait: Distracted. I forget what I'm doing a lot and this can affect some things negatively. Like I'll be doing something for someone or agree on an appointment but then forget about it because I got distracted and started doing something else lol. I have a hard time focusing on things like homework because I definitely get distracted by anything and everything around me, roommates, internet, my bed. This contributes to my procrastination too because a lot of times even if I mean to start something way ahead of time, it slips my mind and then I end up having to do it last minute anyway. It can take me up to a week to watch a movie because I will think of something else I could do and pause and come back to it later... multiple times. I had more to say about this but I just got distracted and forgot what it was :o
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? Much more of a loner in the long term but I like being around my friends in smaller groups too. Mostly though I'm most comfortable just hanging out in my room by myself watching tv shows, movies, reading, doing homework, and chatting with people online. I love hanging out with my friends but like not all the time and a typical weekend for me would just be one where I can stay in and do those kind of things by myself. I'm definitely someone who needs personal space and enjoys being alone for long periods, but not forever.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? More shy in real life. This might change in my animagus form because like for example I feel way less shy online than in face to face situations~ As an animagus, encounters would be face to face but I also wouldn't be MYSELF exactly so I might be more outgoing and extroverted in that form. As myself though I'm awkward and kind of nervous and am really bad at keeping up a conversation lol. This of course changes as we get to know each other and I get more comfortable around someone. Initially I'm pretty much always shy and awkward though.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! I am a caucasian female with brown eyes. My hair is long, straight, brown and I often wear it up. I have freckles and one dimple on my right cheek. I'm quite pale. I'm thin and 5foot 7inches tall!
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? I think most comfortable on earth, and second air. Water is my favorite element but I think I have kind of a phobia of big open water. Even sometimes in swimming pools, being in the deep end and thinking about what could be below me freaked me out. I'm not afraid of heights and flying would be awesome but I think ultimately I'd be most comfortable just on the ground. It's the most familiar and probably where I would get the most use out of any animagus form I would have.
What's your favourite kind of weather? SNOW. Snow forever. If it's just freezing cold but there's no snow, I hate that, but with snow I love it. Snow is so fun, I love the ~aura it brings. Makes everything pretty and it's fun to go out and have adventures and snowball fights and to play wiffleball in 2 feet deep snow and then accidentally lose the ball because it's white and snow is white whoops... Anyway snow is the best thing ever and every winter I am pretty much just constantly checking the forecast and praying for snow.
Favourite time of day (or night)? My favorite time of day is night, around midnight and into the wee hours of the morning. I hate getting up early, I'm the opposite of a morning person, and I would stay up until 5am every night if I could. Alas, I can't do that and do have to get up in the mornings to do things, but if I had it my way I would never get up early. I'm more productive at night :)
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I think a mammal would fit me best. Something smart and generally friendly but with a protective side.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Something that would enjoy lazing around a lot and nothing too small. It can be fierce and strong but not necessarily too intimidating. Things like running fast or climbing trees aren't very important to me but they could be a nice bonus.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Nothing too small (like a bug). I'd prefer something other than a reptile. Though it could be able to swim, I'd prefer it if it did NOT spend the majority of its time living underwater. Some water time is fine but nothing that never spends time on land.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
Pandas. I have had a stuffed panda since my very first Christmas (from my grandma) and since then pandas have been my favorite animal. My grandma died when I was only a few years old but that one old raggedy stuffed panda kinda reminded me of her and I will keep it as long as I live. My room at home right now? Green and bamboo themed with a big poster of a panda. I've just been drawn to them my whole life because of that one stuffed animal gift :B
Platypus. I've never seen one irl but I want to so bad. They are just such awesome little freaks of nature, mammals that lay eggs and look like a mashup of a bunch of other animals. They are just cool. Someday I WILL see one up close and personal.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Most reptiles. They are fun to look at in the zoo and situations like that but things like snakes and lizards ultimately creep me out and if they aren't behind glass I would probably not want to be anywhere near where they are. Same with sharks.
Why would you like to be an animagus? Mostly I just think it would be really awesome to turn into any animal and see the world through its eyes. The idea of an animagus being based off your personality just makes it even more interesting. You could have a lot of awesome adventures I bet. I think I would also use mine as a chance to escape from everything and get away from my human responsibilities for a bit and relax with just myself.
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Application #448
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait: Trustworthy. If someone confides in me, their secret goes to the grave with me. If I have to do an assignment for a group project, it'll be ready on time and will be of good quality. People trust me because I am non judgemental and have patience to listen to their problems.
Worst Trait: Laziness. If I weren't this lazy, I'm sure I would have learnt three more languages, understood Chemistry and Math at school and would've finished top of my year in high school. Ah well, we can't have it all, can we?
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I like having people around me, but not huge crowds. But I don't crave companionship, I'm fine by myself and I definitely need my alone time. If I'm around people for weeks without my alone time, I get grumpy and antisocial.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I am more shy. When I'm with people I know, I have no trouble being talkative and participating in the socializing, but when I'm in large crowds where I don't really know anyone I get uncomfortable. As an animagus, I'd prefer to remain a loner or in small group of maximum six animals. No huge hoards of a hundred animals.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! I am rather tall (1.76m), average weight, have shoulder-length dark brown hair and I currently have bangs. I have brown eyes and wear black thick-rimmed glasses.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth, Definitely earth! I don't like heights, so I'm not too comfortable in the air, especially because I have a feeling of suffocation. I like Earth because I can feel the ground beneath my feet and now that I am safe. I also like water, but not in large quantities. I like rivers and small lakes but endless water bodies like oceans or huge lakes scare me.
What's your favourite kind of weather? I love sunny days in spring or fall, when it's slightly windy and the temperature is not too hot but the sun warms you up nicely. It's the best weather ever! I hate humidity and extreme warmth, but at least if it's hot, it should be dry. I also like sunny days in a snowy winter, when the sun is reflected in the white of the snow.
Favourite time of day (or night)? I love afternoons and sunsets. I am most productive at those hours and not sleepy/hungry/tired like at other hours of the day. And sunsets are just so gorgeous, I love that orangey-red light that they give. I also like nights because they're quiet but I get sleepy at around 1 am so I'm not much of a night owl.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I'd like my animal to be agile and have quick reactions.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Being able to swim would be cool. And I'd like it if my animagus form would be able to move without causing too much noise and disruption. And I don't necessarily want to be cheetah-fast but I don't want to be too slow either.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? I don't want anything gigantic (like giraffe or elephant sized animals) because I wouldn't be able to hide and I'd be an easy target. Also, no multiple legs, more than two eyes and that kind of stuff. Anything that insects and spiders might have.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? Not really. I like all kinds of animals, from mammals to birds and to reptiles and I love reading about them, but I can't say I feel a particular connection with any of them. I have to admit though that I love canines, felines and crocodiles most and when I'm at the zoo I always spend more time watching them than others.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? INSECTS!!!!! I absolutely hate insects of any kind, except for ladybugs which are cute, but all the others make my skin crawl. I'm not fond of spiders, slugs or toads either.
Why would you like to be an animagus? I'd love to be an animagus to explore and be able to move around without giving explanations. I'd love to experience life from the point of view of an animal and being an animagus would certainly give me a glimpse of what being an animal means.
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Applicant #444
Applicant #445
Applicant #446
Applicant #447
Applicant #448
Name/House/Registered Animagus Form
Remember:
- Follow the voting guidelines.
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Get your votes in before April 16th at 6 PM UTC.
House: Slytherin
Best Trait: I'm creative. By "creative," I mean "thinking outside the box." Though for "thinking outside the box," it might be more accurate to say "not even realizing that the box exists." I'm really good at coming up with crafty solutions for problems on the spot, which lends to my stereotypical Slytherin-adaptability, I suppose. My method for problem-solving tends to blend intuition with close analysis.
Worst Trait: Going a little over-board. I tend to be pretty all-or-nothing when it comes to most things. Either I'm really interested in something or I'm not at all. Either I dedicate myself to a project fully or I just can't be bothered.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? Definitely a loner. I like company sometimes, but I work best when I'm on my own. I don't open up to people easily at all, but I'm more of a 'friend for life'-type.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I'm not really shy, but I'm definitely more quiet than outgoing. If I have some problem or want to say something, I won't hesitate, but I don't generally start up (nor do I enjoy) trivial conversation with people.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! Long, dark brown hair, hazel eyes, fair skin, uhh. 5'7, ~100lbs, size 7.5 shoe? I don't want to post a picture because then I'd constantly worry that I look like whatever animal I'm stamped with, and I don't really want to think of myself as looking like an animal, ahah. Even if it's something cute, like a panda. In high school, I once knew this girl who looked just like a frog, and I always felt terribly sorry for her.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth, for certain. I'm capitalized by fear and terrified both of heights and of deep water. Going over bridges has always been an anxiety attack waiting to happen. I always liked climbing trees as a kid, though, and never felt scared then, oddly enough. But, yeah, more earth than anything else. Then again, I hate being dirty at all. So definitely nothing too earthy, like no burrowing underground or anything.
What's your favourite kind of weather? Slightly overcast, a bit chilly (but not too cold), low humidity. I like that clean, crisp feeling of the air when you breathe it in. All throughout autumn, I am in heaven.
Favourite time of day (or night)? Very early morning. I typically wake up too early even without an alarm clock nagging me about it, so by the afternoon I'm already a bit tired. I drink coffee, but it doesn't really have an affect on my anymore. I'm definitely not nocturnal, if that's what you're asking. Lately though I've been falling asleep around 8pm and getting up at about 3am, just naturally. I'm not really much a fan of sleeping.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I'd like for it to be a bit solitary, ie, not really a pack-animal. But if you think I'm a pack animal, don't let this stop you, I guess, ahah. I'd also prefer it to not be particularly grotesque-looking.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? I'd like for it to be able to move around. Other than this, I'm not really picky.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Hrm. I can't really think of anything, honestly! I'll probably regret this later.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? I've always loved snow leopards. Actually, I'm rather fond of most big cat types, now that I think about it. I love small cats too.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? I don't really want anything that's slimy or gross or creepy, like a slug or a snail or a caterpillar or any sort of insect. Also, I hate dogs with a passion and think fish are incredibly boring.
Why would you like to be an animagus? I want to be an animagus because I'm really curious to see what my inner animal is. What kind of animal someone identifies with says a lot about his personality, and because the animagus form is so specific (ie, not just "generic cat" but rather a particular animal, it sort of further refines the information available for analysis.
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Application #445
House: Ravenclaw
Best Trait: Eclectic: In my sorting app I said I love everything, and that’s not entirely true. I love a limited number of things, but in a vast array of areas. And because of those different areas, I make many friends. It sucks sometimes, because I can’t talk to my friends about ALL things, but I’m not complaining. I like having different people I can go to to talk about different things, and I think if I found someone who liked EVERYTHING I did, it’d be kind of weird/not as fun as having as many friends.
Worst Trait: Judgmental: Sooo, I judge people. Everyone does, buuuut I think my judgments are a little more severe. I make so many assumptions about people by what they wear, or what they look like, even how they eat. Most of the time, I decide whether or not I want to be someone’s friend within the first few minutes of seeing them. It’s bad, but I seriously can’t help it.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I definitely like having people around. I’m not always up to partying and stuff, but even if I’m just doing laundry I like to have company. I don’t really know why, but I feel like anything is so much more enjoyable if there’s another person there.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I think I’m in the middle, leaning more towards outgoing. It just takes me a little bit to get to know someone, and then once we’re good friends, I’m really talkative. I think whether or not I’m shy or outgoing in my animagus form would depend on what animal I was. I don’t think I could ever be an outgoing bear, just because I’m not trying to get shot by park rangers, ya know? But I love how some wild animals aren’t afraid of people, and I think, as an animal it’d be fun to give people the pleasure of seeing a “wild” animal up close.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! Hmm, well. I’m pretty tall, like 5’7-5’8, long brown hair, brown eyes…I’ll just post a picture.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Hmm, probably earth, though I wouldn’t mind air nearly as much as I’d mind water. I love to swim…but to LIVE in the ocean…with fishermen and sharks and deep-sea creatures WE DON’T EVEN KNOW ABOUT…not to mention dolphins, who seem kind to us, but in actuality ARE LIKE THE RAPISTS OF THE SEAS…yeah, I just don’t think I’d want to live in the water. Plus, scales gross me out. But as far as air goes, I’d be okay hanging out in the air.
What's your favourite kind of weather? I don’t really like being wet as a human, though as an animal I’m not sure I’d really mind all that much! I love the snow, I don’t mind being cold, but I cannot STAND being too hot. I turn into such a grump it’s ridiculous. As far as absolute favorite goes…I think I’d have to say either snow on the ground, sun in the sky…or sunny, mild, with a slight breeze. So like, any early spring day.
Favourite time of day (or night)? I think my favorite time of day would beeeee, either dusk or midday. I don’t really have a reason, I am a fan of pretty colors in the sky, but not waking up early…so dusk it is. Midday is nice because that’s when I get most of the things I need to accomplish done.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? Umm, I think tails are pretty. And I like ears. I just think it’s cute when their ears swivel and stuff. Haha. Hopefully it won’t be TOO big, either, I don’t really want one that’s like, too big to fit in a house. Like, through the door.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? I don’t really have any, no, not really. I suppose it would be cool to see at night, but I’m pretty sure all animals see better than we do at night, anyway.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? I think having sticky feet, or whatever trait that lets you walk on walls really gross…so not that? Oh, and I’d prefer to not be venomous…just because…what does that say about me as a person?? Haha.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? I like big cats and really like grazing herbivores. :) BUT YOU KNOW, IF YOU DON’T THINK THEY REALLY ARE RELAVENT TO WHAT I COULD BE AS AN ANIMAGUS DON’T FEEL LIKE YOU NEED TO SAY ONE OF THOSE :)
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Umm, reptiles/amphibians really gross me out, so can they not be that? Haha. Oh, and I’d prefer to not be venomous…just because…what does that say about me as a person?? Haha.
Why would you like to be an animagus? Well, since the idea was introduced I’ve always wondered what I would be if I had one…and I feel like you guys do a really good, really thorough job choosing them.
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Application #446
House: Ravenclaw
Best Trait:
Creativity. It's so important to me, that I made it my meal ticket. I just think creativity is what basically makes your life! You can make anything out what you're given if you're creative. Seriously, that's all it takes. If you have an idea, the means to work on it will come, but the idea is the inception of everything. I price that very highly.
Worst Trait:
I have tremendously short attention span. And over time, I have tried to learn how to use it to my advantage but it's still a major problem for me. I get distracted so easily, and my mind can wander off for hours at a time (honestly, even days), when I should be working on something else. And a lot of the time I realize I am intentionally procrastinating but I just can't get my mind to focus.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner?
A bit of each.
I think I value my time alone as much as I value my time around people. I get different things out of each, and I think they are both important to have in life. You can't live your life as an island. And I really feel like it's important to be surrounded by good people who inspire you and who you love, because that will not only enrich your time with them, but also your time alone.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form?
I am outgoing, but also very discreet. I'm not necessarily loud or wild, but I am very outspoken. However, I think it's really important to know your audience. As much as I like being outspoken and outgoing and proactive, I realize and I'm very aware that there is a time and place for everything, and sometimes discretion is in order.
Being able to differentiate between the 2 is important to me. So while I'm extroverted like that, I think my animagus form would value my discretion above my outgoingness.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
I have long, black hair. It usually has no shape on its own so I have to blow dry it or iron it to make it straight or curled. My eyes are a little big and I have high, round cheekbones. My legs are long (even though I'm not very tall). I've trained as a dancer for years so I have an awareness about my posture that I can't ever shake off.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth?
Water, I think. But definitely not under water. Either above or around the water. Or earth, really. I'm not against earth at all.
Just definitely not air because I have huge vertigo, so I don't think I'd be able to fly or be to high up anywhere.
What's your favourite kind of weather?
The sort of windy, very cold and dry days at the end of the fall. Just when winter is about to start and you can almost taste the cold in the wind and you start pulling out your boots and scarves? I love that so much.
Favourite time of day (or night)?
Night. After 10 or 11 pm when the day has totally ended and people have gone to sleep and it's the perfect time to be on your own. Love that.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have?
I really want feathers or fur. And I would really like an animal that has really good posture. A head that's not too big too.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have?
Intelligence. Maybe adaptability since I'm so resistant to change, so an animal that can live on more than one place, that'd be nice. Also grace. An animal that moves with a certain degree of grace and poise.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want?
I wouldn't want a high flying animal. No please. I simply would find it useless because I am seriously terrified of heights so while I could do with a little flying just for movement, I could NEVER do with high flying (Ravenclaw shame, I know).
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
I really like poodles. I know they're like the poster dog for girly girls but I love them. They are so classy and have such good looks and are so intelligent. And also they have to get groomed a lot, so I feel for them.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike?
Reptiles in general. Especially snakes. But also crocodiles, lizzards, ugh any reptile seriously freaks me out I can't even write about them I'm getting goosebumps.
Why would you like to be an animagus?
Because I think it is interesting to have that kind of external point of view on yourself. It's a way for magic to tell you how you truly see yourself. In a sort of abstract, metaphorical way. But yeah, I think it's fascinating.
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Application #447
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait: Optimist. I have to be in a pretty bad mood or the situation has to be pretty darn bad if I can't see the good in it. I'm definitely a glass half full person the majority of the time and that probably helps me get through a lot. Bad or sad things happen all the time of course, but sometimes I will just decide to be happy anyway and sometimes that works. Even though I'll be really sad about something, if I know I've come to terms with it I know I will be okay.
Worst Trait: Distracted. I forget what I'm doing a lot and this can affect some things negatively. Like I'll be doing something for someone or agree on an appointment but then forget about it because I got distracted and started doing something else lol. I have a hard time focusing on things like homework because I definitely get distracted by anything and everything around me, roommates, internet, my bed. This contributes to my procrastination too because a lot of times even if I mean to start something way ahead of time, it slips my mind and then I end up having to do it last minute anyway. It can take me up to a week to watch a movie because I will think of something else I could do and pause and come back to it later... multiple times. I had more to say about this but I just got distracted and forgot what it was :o
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? Much more of a loner in the long term but I like being around my friends in smaller groups too. Mostly though I'm most comfortable just hanging out in my room by myself watching tv shows, movies, reading, doing homework, and chatting with people online. I love hanging out with my friends but like not all the time and a typical weekend for me would just be one where I can stay in and do those kind of things by myself. I'm definitely someone who needs personal space and enjoys being alone for long periods, but not forever.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? More shy in real life. This might change in my animagus form because like for example I feel way less shy online than in face to face situations~ As an animagus, encounters would be face to face but I also wouldn't be MYSELF exactly so I might be more outgoing and extroverted in that form. As myself though I'm awkward and kind of nervous and am really bad at keeping up a conversation lol. This of course changes as we get to know each other and I get more comfortable around someone. Initially I'm pretty much always shy and awkward though.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! I am a caucasian female with brown eyes. My hair is long, straight, brown and I often wear it up. I have freckles and one dimple on my right cheek. I'm quite pale. I'm thin and 5foot 7inches tall!
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? I think most comfortable on earth, and second air. Water is my favorite element but I think I have kind of a phobia of big open water. Even sometimes in swimming pools, being in the deep end and thinking about what could be below me freaked me out. I'm not afraid of heights and flying would be awesome but I think ultimately I'd be most comfortable just on the ground. It's the most familiar and probably where I would get the most use out of any animagus form I would have.
What's your favourite kind of weather? SNOW. Snow forever. If it's just freezing cold but there's no snow, I hate that, but with snow I love it. Snow is so fun, I love the ~aura it brings. Makes everything pretty and it's fun to go out and have adventures and snowball fights and to play wiffleball in 2 feet deep snow and then accidentally lose the ball because it's white and snow is white whoops... Anyway snow is the best thing ever and every winter I am pretty much just constantly checking the forecast and praying for snow.
Favourite time of day (or night)? My favorite time of day is night, around midnight and into the wee hours of the morning. I hate getting up early, I'm the opposite of a morning person, and I would stay up until 5am every night if I could. Alas, I can't do that and do have to get up in the mornings to do things, but if I had it my way I would never get up early. I'm more productive at night :)
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I think a mammal would fit me best. Something smart and generally friendly but with a protective side.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Something that would enjoy lazing around a lot and nothing too small. It can be fierce and strong but not necessarily too intimidating. Things like running fast or climbing trees aren't very important to me but they could be a nice bonus.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Nothing too small (like a bug). I'd prefer something other than a reptile. Though it could be able to swim, I'd prefer it if it did NOT spend the majority of its time living underwater. Some water time is fine but nothing that never spends time on land.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
Pandas. I have had a stuffed panda since my very first Christmas (from my grandma) and since then pandas have been my favorite animal. My grandma died when I was only a few years old but that one old raggedy stuffed panda kinda reminded me of her and I will keep it as long as I live. My room at home right now? Green and bamboo themed with a big poster of a panda. I've just been drawn to them my whole life because of that one stuffed animal gift :B
Platypus. I've never seen one irl but I want to so bad. They are just such awesome little freaks of nature, mammals that lay eggs and look like a mashup of a bunch of other animals. They are just cool. Someday I WILL see one up close and personal.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Most reptiles. They are fun to look at in the zoo and situations like that but things like snakes and lizards ultimately creep me out and if they aren't behind glass I would probably not want to be anywhere near where they are. Same with sharks.
Why would you like to be an animagus? Mostly I just think it would be really awesome to turn into any animal and see the world through its eyes. The idea of an animagus being based off your personality just makes it even more interesting. You could have a lot of awesome adventures I bet. I think I would also use mine as a chance to escape from everything and get away from my human responsibilities for a bit and relax with just myself.
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Application #448
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait: Trustworthy. If someone confides in me, their secret goes to the grave with me. If I have to do an assignment for a group project, it'll be ready on time and will be of good quality. People trust me because I am non judgemental and have patience to listen to their problems.
Worst Trait: Laziness. If I weren't this lazy, I'm sure I would have learnt three more languages, understood Chemistry and Math at school and would've finished top of my year in high school. Ah well, we can't have it all, can we?
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I like having people around me, but not huge crowds. But I don't crave companionship, I'm fine by myself and I definitely need my alone time. If I'm around people for weeks without my alone time, I get grumpy and antisocial.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I am more shy. When I'm with people I know, I have no trouble being talkative and participating in the socializing, but when I'm in large crowds where I don't really know anyone I get uncomfortable. As an animagus, I'd prefer to remain a loner or in small group of maximum six animals. No huge hoards of a hundred animals.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! I am rather tall (1.76m), average weight, have shoulder-length dark brown hair and I currently have bangs. I have brown eyes and wear black thick-rimmed glasses.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth, Definitely earth! I don't like heights, so I'm not too comfortable in the air, especially because I have a feeling of suffocation. I like Earth because I can feel the ground beneath my feet and now that I am safe. I also like water, but not in large quantities. I like rivers and small lakes but endless water bodies like oceans or huge lakes scare me.
What's your favourite kind of weather? I love sunny days in spring or fall, when it's slightly windy and the temperature is not too hot but the sun warms you up nicely. It's the best weather ever! I hate humidity and extreme warmth, but at least if it's hot, it should be dry. I also like sunny days in a snowy winter, when the sun is reflected in the white of the snow.
Favourite time of day (or night)? I love afternoons and sunsets. I am most productive at those hours and not sleepy/hungry/tired like at other hours of the day. And sunsets are just so gorgeous, I love that orangey-red light that they give. I also like nights because they're quiet but I get sleepy at around 1 am so I'm not much of a night owl.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I'd like my animal to be agile and have quick reactions.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Being able to swim would be cool. And I'd like it if my animagus form would be able to move without causing too much noise and disruption. And I don't necessarily want to be cheetah-fast but I don't want to be too slow either.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? I don't want anything gigantic (like giraffe or elephant sized animals) because I wouldn't be able to hide and I'd be an easy target. Also, no multiple legs, more than two eyes and that kind of stuff. Anything that insects and spiders might have.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? Not really. I like all kinds of animals, from mammals to birds and to reptiles and I love reading about them, but I can't say I feel a particular connection with any of them. I have to admit though that I love canines, felines and crocodiles most and when I'm at the zoo I always spend more time watching them than others.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? INSECTS!!!!! I absolutely hate insects of any kind, except for ladybugs which are cute, but all the others make my skin crawl. I'm not fond of spiders, slugs or toads either.
Why would you like to be an animagus? I'd love to be an animagus to explore and be able to move around without giving explanations. I'd love to experience life from the point of view of an animal and being an animagus would certainly give me a glimpse of what being an animal means.
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