<![CDATA[Knockturn Bound - The Forbidden Forest & Wilds]]> https://staging.knockturnbound.net/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:26:11 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Daughter of the Ancients | Katie]]> https://staging.knockturnbound.net/showthread.php?tid=1068 Sat, 23 May 2026 15:05:38 +0000 Julia Barlowe]]> https://staging.knockturnbound.net/showthread.php?tid=1068 Tuesday, October 31, 1922
Samhain
9:00 PM
"Before the Romans invaded our island," Julia said quietly, her wand illuminating the candles that sat in a wide circle before them, "our people were open practitioners of magic and worked in communion with nature." She took her daughter by the hand, leading her to the center of the circle where she pulled her hood back, allowing her brown hair to fall over her shoulders.

“Our people were revered as seers, holy men, healers, and keepers of the veil between this world and the next. We weren't relegated to the outskirts of society due to fear or ignorance."

From the bag she wore at her shoulder, Julia retrieved a small knife, her travel apothecary and a spool of thin black silk thread. Setting them on the old table she'd summoned for the occasion, she smiled at her daughter. "Your grandmother and all the mothers and aunts before her kept our people's practices alive through the centuries, knowing there's no such thing as 'dark magic' or 'light'."

She tapped the table twice with her index finger, indicating for Kathryn to place the pair of starlings she'd found earlier that morning on the table while she set about arranging things. It was a rare night away from Jude - Julia having finally given into Maddox's suggestions of an occasional bottle.

Samhain - or Halloween as it was now known in Anglo society - was the night when the veil between worlds fell thinnest, perfect to amplify rituals of blood magic and necromancy. Her daughter had been collecting corpses for far too long now, and while Julia took no issue with harmless curiosity, it was becoming a problem when they began to decay, especially with a rambunctious toddler and curious infant around.

"Eventually my love," Julia said, picking up one of the dead starlings to inspect it carefully, "we'll need to find a way for you to manage these rituals on your own, but for now, we'll do them together." Kate would need to overcome her refusal to speak, at least in these matters, unless they could find another avenue for her.

Surely, she wasn't the first mute witch to exist.

The bird's bodily integrity was fine, no outward flaws that she could see at the moment. As the forest trees brushed with the night breeze above them, she took a quick glance at the other before deciding both would work well.

"Necromancy has many interpretations, but tonight, I'm going to show you how to preserve and reanimate, so that we're not just collecting rot." She beckoned for her daughter to hold out her hands. When she did, Julia placed one of the birds gently in her hands, indicating for her to cradle it.

"Life and death go hand in hand, and to revere one, we must respect the other. You'll need to understand that what we do tonight is not about domination." Her fingers came beneath Kathryn's wrists, correcting the position with gentle tenderness. "Hold it gently darling, not like a possession. This starling is your guest."]]> Tuesday, October 31, 1922
Samhain
9:00 PM
"Before the Romans invaded our island," Julia said quietly, her wand illuminating the candles that sat in a wide circle before them, "our people were open practitioners of magic and worked in communion with nature." She took her daughter by the hand, leading her to the center of the circle where she pulled her hood back, allowing her brown hair to fall over her shoulders.

“Our people were revered as seers, holy men, healers, and keepers of the veil between this world and the next. We weren't relegated to the outskirts of society due to fear or ignorance."

From the bag she wore at her shoulder, Julia retrieved a small knife, her travel apothecary and a spool of thin black silk thread. Setting them on the old table she'd summoned for the occasion, she smiled at her daughter. "Your grandmother and all the mothers and aunts before her kept our people's practices alive through the centuries, knowing there's no such thing as 'dark magic' or 'light'."

She tapped the table twice with her index finger, indicating for Kathryn to place the pair of starlings she'd found earlier that morning on the table while she set about arranging things. It was a rare night away from Jude - Julia having finally given into Maddox's suggestions of an occasional bottle.

Samhain - or Halloween as it was now known in Anglo society - was the night when the veil between worlds fell thinnest, perfect to amplify rituals of blood magic and necromancy. Her daughter had been collecting corpses for far too long now, and while Julia took no issue with harmless curiosity, it was becoming a problem when they began to decay, especially with a rambunctious toddler and curious infant around.

"Eventually my love," Julia said, picking up one of the dead starlings to inspect it carefully, "we'll need to find a way for you to manage these rituals on your own, but for now, we'll do them together." Kate would need to overcome her refusal to speak, at least in these matters, unless they could find another avenue for her.

Surely, she wasn't the first mute witch to exist.

The bird's bodily integrity was fine, no outward flaws that she could see at the moment. As the forest trees brushed with the night breeze above them, she took a quick glance at the other before deciding both would work well.

"Necromancy has many interpretations, but tonight, I'm going to show you how to preserve and reanimate, so that we're not just collecting rot." She beckoned for her daughter to hold out her hands. When she did, Julia placed one of the birds gently in her hands, indicating for her to cradle it.

"Life and death go hand in hand, and to revere one, we must respect the other. You'll need to understand that what we do tonight is not about domination." Her fingers came beneath Kathryn's wrists, correcting the position with gentle tenderness. "Hold it gently darling, not like a possession. This starling is your guest."]]> <![CDATA[Paddock Creatures]]> https://staging.knockturnbound.net/showthread.php?tid=422 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 03:43:27 +0000 Maddox Barlowe]]> https://staging.knockturnbound.net/showthread.php?tid=422
The Creatures



The following is a list of all the creatures currently housed in the paddocks. Students are allowed to visit and even care for these creatures, provided they have the necessary clearance. All creatures must be treated with care and respect at all times or you risk losing access to visit.

All students: Creatures here are non-lethal, relatively docile, or can be safely handled with guidance.
  • Bowtruckle (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Diricawl
  • Doxies (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Fairies (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Flobberworms
  • Jobberknoll
  • Mooncalf (observation only)
  • Porlock
  • Puffskein

Third Years and above: Creatures here may bite, sting, or spook — they’re safe with training but too risky for younger students.
  • Augurey
  • Clabbert
  • Hippogriff
  • Kneazle
  • Murtlap
  • Streeler
  • Thestral
  • Winged Horse (Aethonan, Granian)

Fifth Years and Above: Creatures here can cause harm without proper handling — exposure is limited to more mature students.
  • Jarvey
  • Unicorn (typically foals awaiting relocation or in need of added care)
  • Matagot
  • Grindylow (in special tanks for rehabilitation before relocation)

Seventh Years or with Professor-Granted Special Leave: Creatures only introduced to the most advanced, trustworthy students or studied in observation rather than direct handling.
  • Blast-Ended Skrewt
  • Occamy (only those in rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Phoenix (not strictly a resident but visits on occasion. Might encounter if lucky)
  • Runespoor (observation only; creature only present when one is in need of rehabilitation)
  • Swooping Evil (avoid handling without trust gained)

* Note: This list is for reference purposes so you can have an idea of what your character is allowed to interact with. So long as they meet the criteria, it is assumed they have access to and may help in the care of the creatures listed. You do not need to request permission. However, please also note that Maddox does NOT allow students to collect potion ingredients from the creatures without his permission and supervision (you must make a request for this). He also does not allow joy rides. Students can and will be punished for removing creatures from the paddocks without first gaining approval with very good reaason.

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The Creatures



The following is a list of all the creatures currently housed in the paddocks. Students are allowed to visit and even care for these creatures, provided they have the necessary clearance. All creatures must be treated with care and respect at all times or you risk losing access to visit.

All students: Creatures here are non-lethal, relatively docile, or can be safely handled with guidance.
  • Bowtruckle (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Diricawl
  • Doxies (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Fairies (rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Flobberworms
  • Jobberknoll
  • Mooncalf (observation only)
  • Porlock
  • Puffskein

Third Years and above: Creatures here may bite, sting, or spook — they’re safe with training but too risky for younger students.
  • Augurey
  • Clabbert
  • Hippogriff
  • Kneazle
  • Murtlap
  • Streeler
  • Thestral
  • Winged Horse (Aethonan, Granian)

Fifth Years and Above: Creatures here can cause harm without proper handling — exposure is limited to more mature students.
  • Jarvey
  • Unicorn (typically foals awaiting relocation or in need of added care)
  • Matagot
  • Grindylow (in special tanks for rehabilitation before relocation)

Seventh Years or with Professor-Granted Special Leave: Creatures only introduced to the most advanced, trustworthy students or studied in observation rather than direct handling.
  • Blast-Ended Skrewt
  • Occamy (only those in rehabilitation before relocation)
  • Phoenix (not strictly a resident but visits on occasion. Might encounter if lucky)
  • Runespoor (observation only; creature only present when one is in need of rehabilitation)
  • Swooping Evil (avoid handling without trust gained)

* Note: This list is for reference purposes so you can have an idea of what your character is allowed to interact with. So long as they meet the criteria, it is assumed they have access to and may help in the care of the creatures listed. You do not need to request permission. However, please also note that Maddox does NOT allow students to collect potion ingredients from the creatures without his permission and supervision (you must make a request for this). He also does not allow joy rides. Students can and will be punished for removing creatures from the paddocks without first gaining approval with very good reaason.

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