For the last batch of the term we have another 6 applicants. Participation and intrest has beeen amazing this term and I hope that it continues. If you are not currently an Animagi I hope you will think about buying the books and getting your app in. Also I hope some of you think about and apply for Animagus mod next term as it is an amazing position. Now onto the apps.
Application #529
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait: Resourcefulness, I think. I really enjoy taking things that I have apart so I can build what I need.
Worst Trait: My attention span (or lack of one), sometimes I can get off on tangents and never get to the point. That's why I keep my answers to these kinds of things so short so people don't go all tl;dr on me.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner?
I love people. There really isn't anything better than laying around with a big group of your friends.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form?
I'm really outgoing, or really caffeinated. But probably the outgoing part. I don't think this would change in my animagus form. It's too much of a part of me to leave while I'm an animal.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
5'11", Brunette, Brown eyes, pink glasses, a little chubbed but not too much
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth?
Earth probably.
What's your favourite kind of weather? Thundersnow. Like a thunderstorm but with snow.
Favourite time of day (or night)?
I like midnight because it finally gets quiet enough for me to get some work done without being distracted.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have?
I'd like it to have some kind of creativity or cunning. Other than that I have no preference.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have?
I'd really like for my animagus form not to be as clumsy as I am.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want?
I don't want to be poisonous. That freaks me out a tad. The idea that I could hurt someone scares me.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
I really like foxes, rabbits, and dogs.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike?
Snakes because they smell with their tongues. I'm allergic to cats, so I probably shouldn't turn into one.
Why would you like to be an animagus?
I think it would be fun, and it would give me new perspectives on life. If I saw things from the animal's eyes, I would be able to better appreciate life as a human. Or the other way around, you never know. I'd also like to sneak around unnoticed. Not necessarily to spy, just to disappear or escape for a while.
Application #530
House: Hufflepuff
Best Trait:
I'm loyal to my friends, I’m also intelligent
Worst Trait:
I'm lazy and I procrastinate a lot
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner?
It really depends. I can enjoy myself when I'm alone, but I can also, when surrounded by people I like, be happy in a crowd. It really depends on the situation and if the people around are open to becoming friends with me. I like those better than like people who think they're better than me.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form?
Well, I’m shy when I speak in my native language, but when I speak English, I’m way more outgoing. I think that being in my animagus form would sort of being like in English speaking surroundings, so I want to believe that I'll be more outgoing :D
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
I have blond hair that is around my ears, around 161cms tall and what you would classify as over weight, but not by a lot - sort of pear shaped rather than apple shaped. I have a friendly, round-ish face and green-grey eyes with yellow specks in them. I have really small ears and small hands and small feet as well.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth?
I know that I wouldn't like water. I'm good with air and also good with earth. Air makes it possible for me to travel and it is always good to have something stable to stand on.
What's your favourite kind of weather?
I don't like it too hot and recently my body has decided to reject the cold, so I guess that I don't like it too cold either. perfect temperature would be somewhere from 0°C to 15°C. I like a bit of wind and since the cold has been ruled out, I like rain. But not rain with a lot of wind. Thunder and lightning’s are also exciting. the sky can be overcast, but not too much.
Favourite time of day (or night)?
I like the evenings...from about 6pm to midnight
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have?
Legs definitely, and no more than 4 limbs, paws rather than hooves, claws are cool and a tail can be useful (not a deal breaker though)
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have?
To move quickly between places, I’d like to be able to see better than I currently do...I’d also like to keep my intelligence
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want?
I’m not too keen on shedding skin or being a bug
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
Cats and chimps
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike?
Reptiles, fish, rodents and bugs
Why would you like to be an animagus?
Ever since I read about it in the books, I’ve found the process of transforming into an animal very intriguing and I think that it could be very useful to get out of tight spots, or if you're late and your animagus form could get to your destination quicker than you could in your human form.
Application #531
House: Slytherin
Best Trait: I'd have to say my quick wit. It's gotten me out of some odd situations and helps me with things like job interviews and awkward first meetings. I lump this in with intellect, because without having a clever mind the words would not come anywhere near as quickly or easily to me. I've had people say, "You always know just what to say." While that isn't true, I am not often at a loss for words (right or wrong).
Worst Trait: The other side of the intelligence coin: my curiousity.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? It depends. I am naturally an introvert, but there is something about certain people that makes me want to be around them and I definitely get more extroverted then. I am, however, not a fan of crowds at all. I vastly prefer a small intimate group of friends.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I accidentally just answered part of this one, but I don't think it would change much. At my essence, I would still be ME just in a different shape for a short time.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
This year's Halloween. I'm on the right. I'm 5'7" with green/brown hazel eyes and naturally reddish brown hair (which is almost always dyed a color I have termed 'super ginger'). I'm suuuuuper pale and if I am out in the sun I just get some freckles on my nose/cheeks and don't tan at all.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? I feel most comfortable on land. Definitely. One of my big phobias is dark water, so while I would say I adore swimming in a pool (and tend to spend all day in the water if I am able)...I don't go into natural bodies of water without huuuge extenuating circumstances. I also don't really want wings or anything like that, because while some people see freedom, I only think of being caged in when I think of birds. I don't know why. So EARTH please.
What's your favourite kind of weather? I like the crisp cool weather of spring and fall. Perfect for sweaters and scarves, but not heavy winter jackets. Snow is also really pretty and if I had to pick an extreme in temperature it would be cold. I hate being hot and sweaty in the summer. I also like the sound of rain or a storm while I am all safe and warm in my house (or like a den or burrow I guess if I were an animal.)
Favourite time of day (or night)? Night, by far. I am naturally nocturnal. I have to work at keeping to a normal sleep schedule. I like when everything is quiet and still and I can just be by myself with my thoughts/writing/reading/whatever. I also have a thing about staring at the moon/stars on a clear night.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I've always pictured my animagus as something with paws and fur--as well as claws and teeth to protect itself, if necessary.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Nothing too much in addition to what I can do now. Run faster. See better in the dark. Heightened senses. I'd also appreciate an animal that is naturally intelligent/curious/etc.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? I am not seeking a scent defense. haha. Not really feeling having a shell or more than 4 legs. I like snakes, but I don't feel like I would become one since I do believe your animal is a reflection of YOU and not a choice exactly.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? Foxes and wolves are where I have always thought my animagus was. I love dogs, but I don't feel like I would be domesticated at all. I am not opposed to other options though. If you think I'm a platypus...feel free to say so.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Spiders, insects of all types... I don't want to be a slug or a jellyfish or something...
Why would you like to be an animagus? I'd enjoy a way of being me without being ME for awhile. All those times you wish you could escape from your life would be times I would retreat into my animagus form and just run until I could feel free again.
Application #532
House: Slytherin
Best Trait: Probably my ability to distance myself from a situation. I'm not one of those people that let my emotions rule me and, as a rule itself, I always tend to err on the logical side of a situation. Many of my friends come to me for advice because I'll give them the lowdown about their problems without letting my feelings get in the way of it. In a sense, I can play the perfect devil's advocate. On the other hand, because I can stay cool, I'm often chosen to lead others (which I don't like so much as avoid as much as possible).
Worst Trait: In relation to my good trait, I can be unnecessarily harsh. I don't really take into consideration the consequences of my words to people, and a lot of the time they can be blunt and sarcastic to the point of hurting someone.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I'm more of a loner, honestly. I have friends, sure, but extended sessions with them leave me with exhausted and with migraines. It's not that I don't like people (okay… I kinda don't, but whatever), but I don't like interacting to the point where it takes up all of my concentration and energy. I'm low-key, thanks very much.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I feel as if I'm shy, but others would probably call me outgoing. I guess I'm a mix of the two. I can be very assertive when I want to be, hence the outgoing, but I actually prefer to stay in my own corner and judge things from the sidelines. I suppose I would be the same in animagus form save for that anonymity provided by being an animal so… I'd probably take advantage of that every so often to do some of the more ambitious things I would dare do in human form.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! Short with curly brown hair, green eyes, round face, rather well endowed… features. If you get my drift. Photos can be found
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What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth for sure. I'm a taurean and very down to earth as a result. I'd like to keep my feet planted firmly on Terra Nova, thank you very much. I'm alright in the water - in fact, I'm actually a very good swimmer - but there's just something about being surrounded by a substance like that kinda gives me the chills. It's so much of another world. The same goes for air. So yes, I'd very much like to stick to Mother Nature, please.
What's your favourite kind of weather? Stormy, rainy, misty types of weather phenomena. While I enjoy a summer day as much as the next person, I'm much happier when the forecast is cloudy. Sunny weather makes me lethargic while energetic weather (ie thunderstorms, clouds) always make me restless and I feel the need to be productive. I love to dance in the rain.
Favourite time of day (or night)? Just before sunrise. I'm a baker by trade so I'm always up before the sun, and I always try to take my break just as the sun is poking over the horizon. There's something peaceful about seeing the beginning of the new day, knowing that you're one of the few watching and appreciating it.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I'd very much like to have four legs, if possible. A tail is a definite plus. I mean, why be an animal if you don't have a tail? Plus cute furry ears are adorable as well. Colour would be nice as well, but not necessary. I think I'm rather plain looking, so something eye catching and unique as an animagus would be a bonus.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? A sense of belonging. I'm not much of a people person, but I'd like to be part of a pack or a herd. I'd also like to retain my intelligence - not the human version, but to still have a sense of reasoning between two choices. And this sounds odd, but I'd like the ability to go really fast. There are some days where I just want to run from everything. To feel the wind in my hair, the sound of my feet against the pavement, the exertion of my muscles as they propel me forward… that feeling is indescribable. I'd like to do that as an animal too.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Nothing bug-like, please. I'm kinda skittish when it comes to spiders, to be honest. That said, I'm also not really that fond of feathers or scales. I'd like to stick to fur/hair if that's possible.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? For anybody that knows me, I'm crazy about horses. I have an appaloosa and he's practically my world. I've been around them since I was a child and I've always been close to them. More specifically, I've always been drawn to appies. I'm good with horses of all kinds, but I like to think that appaloosas hold a special place in my heart. I also like dogs and I've had those my whole life as well. They're both great companion animals and probably the main reason why I like them.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Spiders. Ugh. And fish, really. Other than that, I'm pretty open.
Why would you like to be an animagus? The freedom to be something you are, and aren't, at the same time.
Application #533
House: Gryffindor
Best Trait:
That would probably be my optimism! I really value my ability to look on the bright side of things, and to be able to cheer up the people around me when they're having a hard time.
Worst Trait: I would say impulsiveness. I almost never think about what I'm doing before I do it and it's really gotten me into trouble sometimes. I have a hard time telling myself no when I want something.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner?
I love other people! I definitely wouldn't want to be alone all the time, though I do tend to prefer being around a few close friends than a group. On the other hand, I love hanging out with my huge, crazy family. I also love meeting new people, even if it takes me a while to actually feel very close to them. I wouldn't mind being alone for long periods of time, but I love people too much to be away from them forever.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form?
Outgoing! I like talking, being involved in things, even taking charge if I have to, even if I'm more likely to just go with the flow. I hate the feeling of being left out, even if that means sticking my nose in where it's not wanted. I'd rather get a slap on the wrist than not have tried, haha. I honestly don't see that changing at all, I've been this way practically since birth!
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome!
I am 5'8" and chubby, with dark brown (extremely curly) hair that sits at about shoulder length but is usually longer. It tends to look a bit unkempt because I just can't be assed to do anything with it outside of a braid, bun or ponytail. I also have green eyes and wear glasses. As for complexion, I tend to be pretty tan in the summer because I spend a lot of time outdoors, but right now I'm turning back into Casper for the winter.
What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth?
My gut reaction would be earth. I come from an agricultural background so I've always felt pretty connected to the ground. Though I also completely adore flying! Tiny planes are my favorites because you can feel the air currents you're riding on and that is just the coolest. As for water... I'm a great swimmer and like splashing around in rivers and lakes, but open water (like the ocean) or water where I can't see the bottom scares the snot out of me and I absolutely hate it.
What's your favourite kind of weather?
I love either really rainy days or really sunny days, not so much just gray drab cloudiness. I also love extremely windy days! As for temperature, I very much prefer temperate (think mid-spring/fall) or cold, I'm a completely baby when it gets too hot! If you know the weather in the Midwestern U.S., that's the kind of weather I like, from any season.
Favourite time of day (or night)?
I'd say very early morning. I'm a little opposite of most people is that I'm much better at getting up early than staying up late, and I like getting up and getting things done so I can finish my day at noon and have the rest of it free to do whatever. If I'm not up and around by 8AM I feel incredibly lazy, and only tend to sleep that late when I'm sick.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have?
Not particularly! I guess I'd like a larger animal, and I'm a sucker for paws, fur, and feathers. I don't necessarily need anything exotic (I'm a pretty average person myself!) so I wouldn't worry about looking for cool markings.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have?
I guess good eyesight would be nice! I don't have very good eyesight myself, so maybe an animal that's farsighted like me would be interesting, haha. I'd like to have a lot of energy, even if it's just in short bursts, or endurance to do lots of work. I'd also like to be able to protect myself/my family/friends.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want?
Not that I can think of!
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with?
Dogs, definitely dogs, absolutely dogs. I grew up with German Shepherds, so I especially love big dogs, and I also love a lot of the working dogs from my family's farms. I really just love how simple they are, and their protectiveness and capacity for love. And when I say simple, I just mean that they work hard because they love to work, and then spend the rest of the day running around playing, or sleeping and begging for scraps. They just don't take themselves too seriously. Who wouldn't want to live like that? I also really love predatory birds, like hawks and eagles and falcons. I've been flying with my dad since I was a little kid, and our area always had a lot of bald eagles that he'd point out to me while we were up. Their adaptability, intelligence, grace, freedom, independence, I love it all!
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike?
Preaching to the choir, but I'm terrified of spiders. And it's not that I don't like them, but I probably wouldn't want to be a cat. They're just too aloof for me. I also probably wouldn't want anything poisonous or threatening because I'm probably the least threatening person on the face of the planet, even if I do have a temper.
Why would you like to be an animagus?
Oh gosh, why wouldn't you want to be? For as long as I can remember I've related to animals better than people, despite how social I am. Being an animagus would not only be useful and interesting, but it would let me escape and relax for a while when life got to be too much. That sounds wonderful to me.
Application #534
House: Gryffindor
Best Trait: My intelligence. I'm a quick study and I love learning new things. If I don't understand something I usually mull through it in my head or debate it with someone else until I finally get it.
Worst Trait: I put others ahead of myself. Yes, that is a bad trait because I usually prefer someone else to be happy instead of me. This often makes me feel angry and powerless and disgusted with myself because I often have to give up things I really, really want/need.
Do you like to have people around you, or are you more of a loner? I prefer to spend time on my own. However, if I spend too much time by myself I start getting restless. So I guess I'm somewhere in the middle. I need to have my me time but I also need to be around people. But big groups exhaust me.
Are you more outgoing or shy? Do you think this would change when you are in your animagus form? I'm pretty reserved. I'm not the kind of person to start a conversation with a stranger but if someone I don't know starts talking to me, I will chat to them. I used to see myself as pretty shy but since I lived on my own I realised I'm much more outgoing than I thought. I think my reservedness will be a trait my animagus will share.
Please give an accurate description of your appearance; pictures are welcome! I'm of average height (169cm or 5' 6''), short dark brown hair, brown eyes, round face, average figure.
Picture What kind of environment would you feel most comfortable in: air, water or earth? Earth, I think. All the fun things happen on earth. My family used to joke I was half mermaid when I was a kid 'cause it was difficult to get me out of the water whenever we went to a lake side. I'm afraid of heights but I absolutely love flying. Flying is the best thing ever. Standing on a high building, however, is not. So I guess I don't exactly have a preference. Okay, I lied. I'd prefer an animal who didn't live in the water. Swimming would be okay, but not living in water. It's not a deal breaker, though.
What's your favourite kind of weather? Cool, crisp days with a bit of sunshine and wind which carries the smell of spring or fall. Or a warm day when I can bask in the sun. Not a big fan of rain or snow or extreme heat.
Favourite time of day (or night)? Around 5am when everything is still quiet and most people are still asleep. I have time for myself then, it's so peaceful.
Are there any traits you think you might like your animagus form to have? I think I'd like fur.
What capabilities is it important that your animagus form have? Mobility. I'm not the most active person so I think I'd like my animagus form to be able to run/fly/swim well.
Are there any traits or capabilities which you absolutely do not want? Scales, slythering (sorry, Slytherins!), more than four legs.
Are there any animals that you feel drawn to or have a connection with? I'm a cat person, had a few throughout my life. I believe I'm being stalked by magpies. They're not all that common in my area and I see at least two every day.
Are there any animals you are afraid of or strongly dislike? Insects. Spiders. Snakes freak me out.
Why would you like to be an animagus? Because I want to connect with my inner animal. And I'd love to explore the world through an animal's eyes.
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