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Name: Harvey Barrows

House: Slytherin

Age: 13

School Year: Third

Species: Part-Goblin

Appearance:
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Harvey has jet black hair. His physical appearance is very important to him, so it would be rare to see the boy without product in his hair and being neatly combed at all times. His eyes nearly match his locks as they are a deep hue of dark brown. Harvey’s nose is slightly bulbous, but set evenly between high cheek bones. His jaw and chin are quite strong which can lead to a rather serious look, but when he smiles his expression can be quite charming. Though he looks like most boys his age, some distinctions from his Goblin heritage are undeniable. Harvey is slightly smaller than most boys his age as he only stands around four feet tall. His head looks a bit domed and the tips of his ears are noticeably pointed. His fingers are rather long, looking more the size of an adult than a child.

Personality:
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Harvey is mostly a quiet person. This is not an indication of shyness or timidness, but rather that the boy is an observer and plotter. He prefers to watch and wait rather than jump to action, but his mind is always scheming and calculated. Harvey has a tendency to be rather self serving. While he does enjoy the company of others he mostly looks to bond with those that would help bolster his own gains. He can be a good friend to those that ally with him, but can be cold and rather nasty to those oppose him. He smart for a boy his age as he has always been studious and held education in a high regard. This, along with his upbringing, has left him being too serious for his age, but the immaturity of his youth can be seen when he’s angered or overly excited.

Back Story:
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Harvey Barrows may look like any other 11 year old boy, but the truth of his genetic makeup makes him slightly different than most witches and wizards. His grandfather in fact is a full blooded Goblin. A rare mix indeed, but one that makes Harvey rather unique. Before we can explore Harvey's tale however, we must first look back to this Goblin by the name of Larnak the Lender. This particular goblin lived in London and was a prominent member of his community. Having gained a senior position at Gringotts Wizarding Bank had brought him wealth and status among his fellow Goblins. Many of which looked to him as a leader among their kind. Larnak cherished his bloodline and was extremely proud of his pure goblin heritage. Like others among his community he had a long standing distrust of human witches and wizards that bordered on the line of intolerance, but mixed in with this sense of superiority was a long hidden secret...

Though Larnak considered his race to be superior he could not deny his lust for human witches. It was a hidden source of shame for most of his adult life, but it would eventually prove too much a temptation and led to a chance coupling with a witch named Matilda. The fact that he had fathered a half-breed female was something that had to remain a secret at all costs. Under no circumstances could his fellow Goblins know of his secret for he would surely lose his position within the community and along with it his wealth and privilege. So, he used his money to bury it all away. He paid Matilda to move away from London and to take the baby with her. He made her swear to never tell the child of his existence and as long as the galleons kept flowing Matilda was more than happy to oblige. So, the pair moved to Wales and out of Larnak's life. Years would pass and this half-Goblin, half-witch by the name of Harriet Barrows would grow into a young woman herself.

It would be around this time that Matilda took ill. Her life was coming to a close, but she wished to be free of her secrets before she died and chose to tell Harriet about her father. It came as little shock to Harriet as she had long known she looked very different from the other witches and wizards she had grown up with. Those that were intolerant oh her existence had even gone as far as calling her half-breed instead of her given name. Harriet would have been fine never knowing Larnak, but she had a secrets of her own. She was with child. The father, a human wizard, had skipped town and Larnak's gold had long run dry. With little options to provide for her baby, Harriet felt she had no choice but to return to London and confront Larnak about his offspring after her mother passed away.

So, all of these years later Larnak would soon be presented a daughter who had just recently given birth to a boy she named Harvey. The Goblin under any other circumstance would have dismissed them immediately as illegitimate, but he had failed in his life to ever produce a male heir. So, reluctantly, he would bring them in as even a male of mixed heritage was preferred to no legacy at all. Thus leads us to the tale of Harvey Barrows.

Again, as the years went by he would grow to look like most 11 year old males, but the distinctions of his ancestry were present if one looked close enough. He was shorter than the average boy, standing just around 4 feet in height and the tips of his ears are noticeably pointed. The shape of his head was more domed than others and if one were to shake his hand they may notice his fingers were most likely longer than that of even an adult. Peculiar indeed...

Harvey's life before Hogwart's isn't the brightest of tales unfortunately. Larnak the Lender may have accepted him into his home, but a loving grandfather he surely was not. They all lived in a very nice townhome in London, not far from Diagon Alley. Though Larnak provided wealth for Harvey and his mother, the strict upbringing that came with it may be called oppressive by some. The Goblin was determined to bring up a worthy heir, but Harvey was often just a reminder of his own weakness and he was never shy to let the boy know that. Harvey was taught that the only redeemable traits about him and his mother were the Goblin traits that Larnak had provided and that if he ever wanted to inherit the family's wealth he was to prove himself by the time he graduated Hogwarts. This lead to a quite a rigid upbringing for Harvey. He was expected to follow a societal expectation more befitting of a Victorian Era noble than to that of modern young boy.

However, it was not all bad for young Harvey. His mother, who was often just an after thought for Larnak, did her best to provide a loving home for her boy. Something Harvey would always be grateful for and proof too that not all of his grandfather's teachings were to be trusted. She did her best to help tutor him through his studies, but to also instill in him an appreciation for brighter things in life. Friendship, music, arts, things that Larnak would cast aside as a frivolous waste of time, but it would leave an impression on young Harvey. Only time would tell which side of his upbringing would be the most impactful.

First Instance of Magic:
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Harvey’s first instance of magic occurred when he was around seven years old. His mother had gotten him a small action figure to play with and the boy treasured the possession right away. However, when he got too excited and too loud for his grandfather’s liking the old man had snatched it away from him and set it high out of reach. Harvey was left rather upset by this and through the tears he would reach his little arms up towards his beloved toy. Through sheer will power alone the figure would fly back towards his outstretched hands.

Spells:

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Dancing-Feet Spell - Tarantallegra
Mending Charm - Reparo
Levitation Charm - Wingardium Leviosa
Wand Lighting Charm - Lumos
Wand Extinguishing Charm - Nox
Unlocking Charm - Alohomora
Umbrella Spell - Pluvia Velo
Green Sparks Charm - Verdimillious
Red Spark Charm - Periculum
Curse of the Bogies - Mucus ad Nauseam
Knockback Jinx - Flipendo
Smokescreen Spell - Fumos
Scouring Charm - Scourgify
Shooting Spell - Jaculor
Fire Making Spell - Incendio
Fire Making Spell 2 - Incendio Duo
Extinguishing Charm - Extinguo
General Counter Spell - Finite Incantatem
Freezing Charm - Immobulus
Revelio Charm - Revelio
Slowing Charm - Arresto Momentum
Engorgement Charm - Engorgio
Shrinking Charm - Reducio
Hardening Charm - Duro
Blindfolding Spell - Obscuro
Tongue Tying Curse - Mimblewimble
Disarming Charm - Expelliarmus
Bluebell Flames - Caeruleus Inflamarae
Cascading Jinx - Ingens Explosiones
Slug Vomiting Charm - Slugulus Eructo
Severing Charm - Diffindo
Softening Charm - Spongify
Packing Charm - Pack
Ascension Spell - Alarte Ascendare
Summoning Charm- Accio

Potions:

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Antidote to Common Poisons
Antidote to Uncommon Poisons
Bruise Removal Paste
Burn Healing Paste
Dogbreath Potion
Pompion Potion

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Race: Part-Goblin

Stats:

Stamina - 6

Evasion - 7

Strength - 5

Wisdom - 8

Arc Power - 7

Accuracy - 7

Abilities:

Extra Income | Gobbledegook

Perfectionist

Wandless Magic

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Harvey Barrows

Third year, Slytherin

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The Tale of Harvey Barrows

Pre-Hogwarts

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The Goblin, the Witch and The Ring - May 11th, 2022 - Harvey accompanies his grandfather as they travel to the Castillo Manor in Lancashire, England. There he meets Amethyst Castillo.

First Year

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Two Halves Make a Whole - September 2nd, 2025 - Harvey is assigned to a dorm with Andronica Evans.

Collection - October 13th, 2024 - Harvey attempts to sway Ulysses Drake into a friendship using flattery and manipulation.

Prejudiced Perceptions - November 30th, 2024 - Harvey joins a heated debate in the courtyard involving the Daily Prophet article that covered the terrorist attacks in Hogsmeade.

How Alluring... - January 11th, 2025 - Harvey meets a part-Veela by the name of Stella Mims and attempts to get to know her better as he is excited by the chance to get to know another half breed.

Toil and Trouble - January 13th, 2025 - Harvey is partnered with Kayla Slattery in potions class. Her carefree personality bothers him, but her mother is a successful potioneer. Is the connection worth it?

A Helping Hand - January 14th, 2025 - Harvey attempts to manipulate Curtis Gates into doing his astronomy homework for him. Will it work?

Terror in Hogsmeade, Uncertainty in Harvey - January 21st, 2025 - Harvey continues to struggle to understand the attacks in Hogsmeade and discusses it with Alejandro Garcia.

Why? Because I Can - January 26th, 2025 - Harvey finds Ruth Fairchild and Ira Thornfield in the rehearsal room. He notices a rivalry between them and attempts to stoke the fire just for the fun of it.

Bitter Topics - January 29th, 2025 - Harvey meets Brookline Quinn and he attempts to befriend her while also sharing hardships from family issues.

S.N.O.G - February 1st, 2025 - Harvey goes to a meeting called by upperclassmen thinking it would provide useful information about how to conduct himself in wizarding society, but it turns out that it was all about kissing! He left as quickly as he came...

It Smells Like Dung in Here! - February 1st, 2025 - Harvey struggles with Herbology and goes to the greenhouse for extra study. His mood is foul and when Minnie Duke approaches to help, a distaste for each other is immediate!

I Guess I'll Drown In My Own Tears - February 7th, 2025 - Harvey has a fateful run in with Lyanna Oak.

Daytrip? - February 12th, 2025 - Harvey meet Oonagh Brown on a train trip to Beauxbatons in France.

Happy Place - February 12th, 2025 - Harvey is assigned to a group cabin while attending the Valentine's Day event at Beauxbatons. How will he get along with this group?

The Arrival Tea Party - February 12th, 2025 - Harvey attends the welcoming tea party at Beauxbatons academy for the Valentine's Day event. He meets some new faces and is reacquainted with some old.

The Fractious French - February 13th, 2025 - Harvey had met Helene Zauber of Koldovstorev the day before and when he lashes out at some of the French students for being disruptive, a bond between them forms.

Feast - February 14th, 2025 - Harvey attends the Valentine's Day Feast while at Beauxbatons.

A Thread Above the Rest - February 23rd, 2025 - Harvey meets Aurelia Valentine while shopping at Madam Malkin. They bond over fashion after quite the ruckus!

Birds of a Feather - March 17th, 2025 - Harvey meets another part-goblin by the name of Solana Valor.

Charmed to Meet You - April 14th, 2025 - Harvey meets Eira Cravensworth after Charms class and the two hit it off after sharing some similar qualities and life goals.

Do You Feel Like a Young God? - April 15th, 2025 - Harvey meets Harlan Montgomery as the older boy is kind enough to check on a younger student.

The Next Step in Glorious Unity - May 15th, 2025 - Harvey meets Tesla Stone when she is hanging up posters for a werewolf meetup.

Merlin's Beard! You're Annoying! - May 31st, 2025 - Harvey has a run in with Piper Hart. Working in a shared space does not go down very well!

Something Else is Brewing Here... - June 5th, 2025 - Harvey meets Kyra Banuelos in the Potions classroom and they do not get off to a very goo start. However, meeting her stokes something within Harvey that he has not felt before.

Line Between Bravery and Foolishness - June 6th, 2025 - Harvey and Eira Cravensworth cross path again and the Forbidden Forest tempts them both.

NEWTs Aren't For the Weak of Heart - Mid June, 2025 - Harvey meets Illowy Magnard as she is studying for her NEWTs. They discuss study habit and family expectations.

Sinks and Secrets - June 27th, 2025 - Harvey inadvertently joins Luca Corranado and Brookline Quinn in an exploration of the abandoned toilets.

Running Into Trouble...Again - June 27th, 2025 - Harvey literally runs into Piper Hart again! Tempers flare, but maybe there is an understanding?

Smoke Over Hogsmeade - June 30th, 2025 - Harvey and Luca take the Hogwarts Express home and discuss their summer plans.

Summer 2025

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You Have Been Cordially Invited... - July 18th, 2025 - Harvey hosts Luca Corranado at his London home.

Excuse Me! - July 29th, 2025 - Harvey runs into Sage Willow in Muggle London as he is rushing to make a bus on time. They do not get along well.

Werewolf Appreciation Night - August 9th, 2025 - Harvey joins a group of people at Tesla Stone's house to meet and support a group of werewolves. They interact with these people while in wolf form to get a better understanding of what it's like to be a werewolf.

Certainly Spectacular - August 11th, 2025 - Harvey joins a tent for summer camp and although he is not overly excited about living in a tent, he meets a fine group of people.

It's Time For The Games! - August 11th, 2025 - After settling in with his tent mates, Harvey and company play some games.

Buying Clothes - August 15th, 2025 - Harvey meets a muggleborn by the name of Archibald Learmonth while shopping at Madam Malkin's.

Wheel in the Sky - August 15th, 2025 - Harvey takes a ride on the ferris wheel.

Granian Derby - August 21st, 2025 - Harvey attends the Granian Derby and meets Livia Machavariani. They enjoy to finer things in life together!

Fireworks Spectacular - August 31st, 2025 - Harvey attends the fireworks finale to wrap up summer camp 2025. There he meets Lilith Darcy and an interesting relationship starts to bloom.

Second year

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...HURRRRK..! - September 1st, 2025 - Harvey is back on the Hogwarts Express to begin is second year! He has to share a compartment with Blaize...the puke boy.

Unvarnished Guidance - September 4th, 2025 - Harvey meets a first year named Tabitha Murrey and offers some harsh advice.

Like Minds? - September 5th, 2025 - Harvey meets Rain Günther and they bond over some peculiarities they have in common.

A Friend In Need - September 10th, 2025 - Harvey meets up with Harlan to discuss the events of a harrowing summer.

Dress to Impress - September 12th, 2025 - Harvey and Lilith meet to choose their outfits for the autumn ball.

Sending Papers Flying - September 15th, 2025 - Harvey and others battle each other and a pair of rogue bludgers in the library!

Do They Really Call It That? September 20th, 2025 - Ruth Fairchild teaches Harvey about F.A.R.T.s. Flying with artistic and refined techniques.

Confidence is the Most Important Accessory - October 1st, 2025 - Harvey meets with Livia Machavariani to show her his collection of fashion sketches.

A Shadow for the Lost - October 4th, 2025 - Harvey's grandfather and Camille De Varenne's father agree to a contract in which Harvey will look after Camille.

The Lost Pearl - October 4th, 2025 - The Autumn Ball takes place at the Great Lake!

The Drowned Palace - October 4th, 2025 - Harvey participates in an escape room game.

Dress For The Dead - October 31st, 2025 - Harvey and Camille De Varenne attend a Halloween costume event.

Happy Birthday Miss Darcy - November 13th, 2025 - Harvey throws a day long celebration for Lilith's birthday.

Help Wanted - December 13th, 2025 - Harvey seeks the aid of Rosalyn Willows as his tutor in Herbology.

Swept Away - December 19th, 2025 - Harvey helps Yazhera Pentros look for a missing pendant.

A Winter Perfect Birthday - December 19th, 2025 - Harvey attends Damien Dragonclaw's birthday party in the Astronomy Tower.

HoH - Children of the Revolution - December 23rd, 2025 - Harvey attends a protest against the wrongful arrest and conviction of Marcus Iwasaki.

The 5th Annual Winter Charity Gala - December 27th, 2025 - Harvey attends a gala at the Hestridge manor.

Culminated Culture - January 3rd, 2026 - Harvey participates in an exchange of culture at the Tenūsa Open Day event.

Devil Eyes - January 4th, 2026 - After the Tenūsa Open Day event, Harvey is attacked in his lodgings by mysterious, dark vines in the middle of the night.

Ensnarled - January 4th, 2026 - Harvey joins other right after the vine attacks in Tenūsa to help fight off the evil creature.

Winter Wonderland - January 11th, 2026 - Harvey celebrates the students return to Hogwarts after winter break.

Composition & Couture - February 8th, 2026 - Harvey unveils the outfit he design for his friend Livia Machavariani and then she interviews him for the school paper.

Opening Feast - February 15th, 2026 - Harvey attends the Opening Feast for the International Magical Olympic Games at Koldovstoretz!

Galloping into the New Year - February 17th, 2026 - Harvey participates in a crafting event to celebrate the Lunar New Year while attending the magical games at Koldovstoretz.

Summoner's Curling - February 19th, 2026 - Harvey competes in the magical version of curling and wins the gold medal at Koldovstoretz.

Diversion - April 7th, 2026 - Harvey attempts to use diversionary tactics with Camille De Varenne to gain the upper hand in a business deal with Denise Yarbrough.

Wonderland Waltz - April 12th, 2026 - Harvey attends the spring ball. A wild run in with Novalie Moon has him seeing refuge with his friend Lyanna Oak.