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Since 5 Force Points couldn't be allocated to enhance Charms, Ciaran Frémont had to divert his focus to the Transfiguration column. He observed Transfiguration ascend from level 3 to elementary level 4, and then to medium level 4.
His Force Points were finally depleted. Despite having them for less than two minutes, his strength had significantly burgeoned. He felt capable of besting his two former selves in combat.
Among the columns on the system panel, prioritizing the elevation of magic level was indisputable. It constituted the bedrock of a wizard's prowess, followed by Charms, Transfiguration, Potions, Herbology, and Flying, respectively.
Possessing a natural aptitude for magical studies, he relished the sensation of advancing magical levels, knowing it directly correlated with his combat efficacy. Though his prowess in transformation lagged, he aspired to master his own Animagus transformation, a profound technique coveted by few. Registered Animagus wizards were scarce, even fewer unregistered ones.
Potions and Herbology trailed behind Charms and Transfiguration, while Flying ranked lowest. Not having participated in Quidditch during his tenure at Hogwarts, he remained unacquainted with it.
[Name: Ciaran Frémont]
[Age: 26 years old]
[Magic: Level 4 (high level)]
[Force points: 0 points]
[Transformation: Level 4 (medium)]
[Potion Science: Level 3]
[Charms: Level 4 (medium)]
[Herbology: Level 3]
[Flying Technique: Level 3]
This constituted his current system panel. Force Points reset to zero, magic level elevated to level 4 (high), and transformation skill upgraded to level 4 (medium).
Speculating, he surmised that achieving level 6 in Transfiguration might grant access to a unique Animagus form, a feat requiring at least level 5 proficiency.
For exceptionally gifted wizards in transformation like James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, and Peter Pettigrew, who crafted the Marauder's Map, they achieved Animagus transformation during their Hogwarts tenure, a testament to their exceptional talent.
Contemplating the Ravenclaw diadem in his possession, Ciaran felt torn. It harbored Voldemort's soul fragment, a potent artifact of dark magic.
Unwilling to harbor a powerful, malevolent relic, yet wary of its potential threat if left unattended at Hogwarts, he concealed the diadem within the Room of Requirement, a sanctuary known for its protean nature.
"If another Room of Requirement incident occurs this school year, we might consider destroying this diadem together. After all, I've absorbed all its Force Points," he resolved before departing the room.
Returning to his office on the fourth floor, he dined before delving into familiarizing himself with his heightened magical prowess and upgraded transformation knowledge.
An owl fluttered into his office, breaking his concentration. "Edsna, you're back," he greeted, feeding his owl and retrieving the letter she carried.
Opening the envelope, he found a letter from the Burrow, thanking him for his care of Ron and assuring a replacement wand would be sent promptly.
"Ron's academic performance this year shouldn't suffer," Ciaran mused, tucking the letter away.
He continued acquainting himself with his magical abilities until nightfall, then retired to bed.
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Since acquiring the Ravenclaw diadem and enhancing his magical and transfiguration abilities with Force Points, Ciaran's tenure at Hogwarts remained uneventful. He diligently fulfilled his teaching duties, overseeing practical exercises for advanced students, occasionally conducting classes outdoors for optimal engagement.
Hogwarts students held him in high regard, especially compared to the lackluster Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, Gilderoy Lockhart. Ciaran's competence quickly garnered admiration from students.
In contrast, Lockhart's ineptitude became apparent early on. He seldom delivered substantive lessons, opting instead for narrating stories from his books or administering quizzes based on his own publications.
Discontent among faculty members simmered quietly, though none openly rebuked Lockhart. Ciaran, however, earned widespread approval for his authentic teaching style and expertise.
His pursuit of magical items containing Force Points continued, with only a handful encountered thus far, including the Sorting Hat and the Ravenclaw Diadem.
Several of Voldemort's Horcruxes potentially housed Force Points. However, accessing Slytherin's locket in Black's former residence or Hufflepuff's cup in Gringotts remained implausible.
Considering his options, Ciaran resolved to retrieve Marvolo Gaunt's ring, though its precise location eluded him. Seeking guidance, he approached Professor Binns, Hogwarts' History of Magic instructor, for insights.
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