Custodes Bestiarum*
☆Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt☆
* Latin for "Guardians of the beasts"
Date: 1/8/2026
Word count: 474
Key: Speech
Mention: @Skylar Astor, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Zephyr Deakin, @Thomas Lancaster, @Rose Pearce, @Edward Bishop, @Adora Fletching & @Lauren Wong.
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Having never been to a summar camp before, the girl was very excited to join this one, she didn't know what it entitled, but she's going to figure it out like everything else she does. Looking at her group she wanted to know what they're up to, are they supposed to pick a cabin or what. Her thoughts aldo drifted to a silly question: what an odd bunch they're, the funny thing is alot of them are Hufflepuffs, Harumi didn't know if this proves the "Hufflepuffs befriend everyone" stereotype true, but if it doesn't, she doesn't know what could. "Hey, guys! How have you been?" Harumi said as she waved at them, did she know them all? No, did she care? Maybe, but not enough to think about it twice.
----Before she could say anything else, she noticed a black board had their names on it, did it appear out of nowhere? " Look at that, is this how they're assigning cabins?" Harumi wondered. "looks like ours is Department for the regulation and control of magical creatures, such a long name." Harumi read what was on the board out loud. Well, I'm okay with that arrangement as long as we won't have to actually control creatures.... Unless we can adopt a dragon, then maybe I don't mind controlling creatures" She added the last part mischievously, a person who doesn't know her would think she's a troublemaker, but she's all words no actions when it comes to the rule breaking plans she makes. You can compare her to oxygen, helps in burning, but doesn't burn, she gives them the ideas, and then watches it unfold.
----It wasn't long before they reached the cabin, when they actually entered she was in awe, someone could have been talking to her and she wouldn't notice. The hanging plants were absolutely her favourite, she carfully examined one trying to guess what it is, her obsession with Herbology clearly showing, she whispered the names of the plants she recognised, and furrowed her brows trying to guess the ones she didn't. The chosen color palette and decors made it even more immersing, she didn't even notice what the others were doing. It wasn't until she listed each plant in her mind, that she finally decided the world was worthy of her attention for a little bit, promising to get back to the plants soon.
----"Looks like there are 3 bedrooms." She noted seeing the doors. She walked into one of them, there was a bunk and a normal bed. "I'm too lazy to check the other rooms, I'll take a bed in this one." She said before throwing herself onto the normal bed, she didn't want to sleep, she just decided to wait until someone else took initiative to decide what to do next, perhaps they could play a game or something.
iNPC: Shion♡
Custodes Bestiarum*
Banner by Ophelia Vanderbilt
Date: Aug 1st 2026
Word count: 485
Speech, thoughts
Mentions: @Skylar Astor @Ophelia Vanderbilt @Zephyr Deakin @Rose Pearce @Edward Bishop @Adora Fletching @Lauren Wong & @Harumi Everdane
Summer camp was… not something Thomas had planned on joining, but his mother apparently had decided otherwise. Upon learning that her son mostly kept to himself she was determined to have him socialise more. First, it was the strange tea parties to teach him some etiquette and how to navigate the so called 'polite society', and now it was summer camp. This year’s edition apparently involved the Ministry, which wasn’t all that thrilling. In Thomas’s mind the Ministry was associated with paperwork more than anything, so he hoped that he’d be assigned to one of the more interesting departments.
From the looks of it, groups had been formed maybe by the staff, of maybe during sign ups? At any rate, he was spending summer camp with a bunch of people he recognized from his classes. Most of the group were from Hufflepuff, and so much more familiar faces though he hadn’t really interacted with them. At least, not outside of classes. Still, he couldn’t remember any of these interactions to be unpleasant, so that was nice, at least. It’d be pretty embarrassing to be thrown into a group of friends though…
He had decided to take things in stride though, true he had been signed up without his consent, but he knew it was with good intentions, and well, maybe he’d make some friends. According to the blackboard in front of him, his group was assigned to the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures. Well, that’s one of the coolest departments. Sweet! Little by little, more people joined, some came together, others alone. Thomas wasn’t paying too much attention, just enough to greet them with a “Hello”.
Eventually all nine members arrived, and they went to their assigned cabin. All in all, it was a cosy space, a moderately sized log cabin. The main room was filled with all kinds of potted plants, some were even hanging from the ceiling, Thomas didn’t know what kind they were though. What he did know however were the many photographs of Magical Creatures displayed throughout the room. He spotted a Bowtruckle, a Kelpie, a Matagot and an Ashwinder, though there were probably more, he couldn’t tell. “Maybe they’re shy…”
Aside from that he could spot two doors on the side, which he moved towards and opened the doors to check what was behind. “Here’s the loo. And the bathroom is right next to it.” Which probably meant the other rooms were the bedrooms. Soon after Harumi confirmed it, claiming on bed as her own. As for the rest of them… well it needed to be sorted out. We’ll probably go with the boys in one room and the girls in the other two but I’ll wait and see… The sleeping arrangements didn’t matter much to him anyway and well, they could also move all the mattresses to the main room. Maybe I'll suggest it, just... not today.
Suspended in a frigid fantasy
Sta 6 . Eva 7 . Str 5 . Wis 10 . Arc 6 . Acc 6
Prodigal Charms | Calming Presence
Custodes Bestiarum*
Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt
Date: August 1, 2026
Location: The Campgrounds, Custodes Bestiarum group
Word Count: 452
Tag: @Skylar Astor, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Rose Pearce, @Edward Bishop, @Adora Fletching, @Lauren Wong, @Harumi Everdane, @Thomas Lancaster
It’s Zephyr’s first time attending a summer camp in wizarding world. He was not sure what to expect, if it’s different than the one organized in muggle world. He would be away from home again to stay in a cabin with campers from different years and schools. It’s exciting but also intimidating. But he reminded himself that he found good friends, nice professors, and a place he could call his second home. It was only a few weeks ago that he stepped off the Hogwarts Express and back at Aelwyd Vale. His July was mostly filled with farm chores and spending time with his family and friends. At one point, he met his close friends from Hogwarts and together, they explored the British Museum.
A few weeks after that, he was on his way to join the summer camp. Before he left, his mom had insisted he take a small wicker basket with him. It contains wrapped packets of herbal tea blended from herbs grown in their greenhouse, a few jars of homemade blackberry jam, and several small loaves of freshly baked bread. His dad also added pouch of dried lavender. He said it’s for the cabin so it’ll keep the room smelling fresh. Once at the campground, the first thing he did was check which cabin was assigned to and that was where he saw some of his friends. “Hey hey. We’ll be in the same cabin!” What a pleasant surprise, it’s Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures. It was a natural choice for someone who grew up surrounded by animals. Spending time with people who shared that interest made this all the more exciting for him. Following the signs, they’ve finally reached the cabin.
Inside, it was warm and inviting. He personally liked the hanging plants and the creatures drawn on to the walls, add to that, the color combination of moss green, cream, brown, and shades of sage gave the cabin a feeling of someone being in a woodland cottage. It somehow reminded him a little of Aelwyd Vale. His eyes swept from one plant to another, trying to recognise the species. Harumi was the first one to claim a bed, “That didn’t take you long.” He turned to the other boy in the group, “Hi Thomas, looks like it’s you and me mate.“ Although they have not spoken outside of class, they shared enough classes for the greeting to be natural. He told the group, “My mom packed a few things from our farm before I left.” He put the small basket with tea blends, jars of blackberry jam, bread, cheese, and the small pouch of dried lavender. “If anyone wants some, please help yourselves.”
Calming Presence | The Muggle Condition
Sta: 7 | Eva: 8 | Str: 7 | Wis: 5 | Arc: 8 | Accu: 5
Sta: 7 | Eva: 8 | Str: 7 | Wis: 5 | Arc: 8 | Accu: 5
Custodes Bestiarum*
Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt
Date: August 1, 2026
Location: The Campgrounds, Custodes Bestiarum group
Word Count: 321
Tag: @Skylar Astor, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Rose Pearce, @Edward Bishop, @Lauren Wong, @Harumi Everdane, @Thomas Lancaster
"Are you sure you have everything? You'll be okay when we leave?" Adora's Mother reached for her bag to do one final check, but Adora swung it out of the way just in time. Her mother stood back upright, wrapping a hand around her father's arm. "I'm sure, Mama. I have everything I'm going to need, and I'm sure the staff can help if anything happens." Adora assured her mother and hugged her, squeezing her tight. She let go, and went to hug her father. "Honey, calm down," Mr. Fletching began, "You're going to make her nervous. Besides, she'll make lots of friends. And maybe even find a more-than-friends." Adora swatted at her dad, bapping his arm. "Daaad! I can guarantee I'm not going to find someone while I'm here," Adora pulled her bag up to her stomach. She waved her parents goodbye, and went to find her cabin. She checked the list of people who were in her cabin, and only recognized one name: Zephyr. She didn't know any of the other people. Adora turned around, scanning the area for her cabin, and found it. She walked around for maybe three minutes, looking at the scenery, before heading to her cabin. She stepped inside, for the first time, calling out to anyone who may have already arrived. Her stomach was half-full of butterflies, but she pushed them away and continued exploring the space. She was in the Department of Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures, and was very excited to see what sort of activities may be waiting for her. She hoped she'd get to see some critters. She called out into the cabin again, "Hello? Anybody home? I'm Adora, Your cabin mate." She set her bag down and looked around, admiring all the plants hanging about the homey area, and the way that all the greens and Brown's melded together. It gave off a comfy vibe that Adora liked.
Custodes Bestiarum*
Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt
Date: August 1, 2026
Location: The Campgrounds, Custodes Bestiarum group
Word Count: 244
Speech, thoughts
Tag: @Skylar Astor, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Rose Pearce, @Edward Bishop, @Adora Fletching, @Harumi Everdane, @Thomas Lancaster
Lauren had grabbed her bag filled with clothes and many other important stuff needed for summer camp. She was very excited as it was her first time ever to come to the wizarding version of summer camp. Lauren had only come to muggle camps and was not sure what to expect.
I hope summer camp will be more fun than the muggle summer camps I wen to! Ooh maybe I can use my wand! Hopefully…
The summer camps Lauren had been to were boring in her opinion and the food was not all that great.
“Lauren! Hurry up and get in the car!” Her mother reminded her.
Lauren quickly grabbed her bag and dashed out the front door. Soon after, she had arrived at summer camp.
Lauren read a blackboard with their names written on it. It seemed that Lauren was in the Department for the regulation and control of magical creatures
The others all said a hello to each other. “Uhh hello?” Lauren shyly said to the others. She was not the kind of girl who would not mind saying hello boldly and confidently to people she never knew.
Soon after, they reached the cabin. Lauren actually felt happy that the beds looked decent enough to sleep on, unlike the hard, stiff beds she was used to during summer camps.
“Um… for the sleeping arrangements, I do not mind sharing a room with anyone…” Lauren stated quietly, though she doubted anyone heard her.
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Custodes Bestiarum*
date 01.08.2026
location campgrounds
department department for the regulation and control of magical creatures
group custodes bestiarum keepers of the beasts
mentions @Skylar Astor @Lauren Wong @Rose Pearce @Edward Bishop @Adora Fletching @Harumi Everdane @Thomas Lancaster @Zephyr Deakin
words 303
One thing Ophelia didn't know about the wizarding world was the summer camp. The first time she'd heard about it was a few weeks before her last day as a first year student, and she still didn't have a lot of time researching it. She wondered if the wizarding summer camp had different activities one could sign up for for a week. Unexpectedly, there was a set theme; this year, it was Ministry of Magic-themed. Lia knew there was a ministry in the wizarding world; after all, there should've been people who managed the out-of-control witches and wizards, or regulated situations that could have Muggles suspect their existence.
Now, being back in the familiar atmosphere of Hogwarts, she looked up at the blackboard that had their names and groups displayed in white chalk (or what seemed to be chalk, because she was sure all the words were written by magic). The only familiar names were Zephyr's and Harumi's. The former had been a big help with getting a hand on the broom; the latter she'd seen at a birthday party.
When she found their cabin, she was welcomed by the sight of a few people already being there, "Hello, hello," she waved at everyone as she looked around. The colors and decorations of the cabin -brown, sage, moss green; hanging plants and portraits of magical creatures- totally matched the vibes of their department, "We could share a room with Haru?" She said to Lauren, then looked at Harumi for her approval, making sure that the Hufflepuff was alright with sharing a room with them.
Then she looked at the rest of the present people, nodding at Zephyr, "Good to see you again," taking a look at what he'd brought, she continued, "That's nice of her, make sure to tell her we appreciate that later."
Custodes Bestiarum*
Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt
August 1, 2026
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Custodes Bestiarum*
Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt
Location: Campgrounds, Custodes Bestiarum group
Mention: @Skylar Astor, @Zephyr Deakin, @Harumi Everdane, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Edward Bishop, @Adora Fletching, @Thomas Lancaster, @Lauren Wong
WC: 534
After the whole month of July Rose spent to Portree at her grandparent's she was expecting August to be the same allowing her to spend more time with her family especially her brother and her dog, Olen. However a week before, both her parents informed her she would be attending a summer camp from the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures. At the news Rose became speechless as she expected to be assigned somewhere else especially knowing that was not her parent's working department at the Ministry of Magic. Not that she had any interests in the Magical Creatures rather it was pretty unknown to her. Then was it probably the main reason for her to attend it.
On the day of her departure as she finished packing her bag she couldn't help letting out a long sigh. After all it was perhaps good for her to build her knowledge more over this subject. Although she would have liked spending more times admiring and drawing the constellations.
Her mom went to pick her up to take her to the railway station. Rose was feeling quite nervous to attend the summer camp since it was her first time and she was not sure how it would go. On the way there after she left her mom she let herself drifted in her thoughts wondering how it was going to look like and more specifically what they were going to do. At this latter matter she was remembering everything she had learnt and that had happened during her first year at Hogwarts. Yet she could barely believe a whole year passed by and that she was soon going to start her second year. After some time she finally arrived and got off the train to head towards her assigned cabin. Rose was feeling more and more nervous as she was not sure who would be there. Before leaving her, her mom mentioned she was with people she knew and her friends. Thus she was truly expecting for her best friend to be here and the other familiar faces she has bonded with over her first year at Hogwarts.
She reached the entrance of the cabin slightly tighten her grip over her bag before entering. Her light green eyes quickly scanned the room just to notice that many people had already arrived making her heart skipped a beat.
"Hi everyone!" She greeted smiling trying to hide her nervousness in front of some many unfamiliar faces as she kept walking not sure where while looking around the Common Room of the cabin. It was full of plants and the different aromas of the plants were mixing al together giving a cozy and relaxing atmosphere.
Thankfully she quickly spotted some familiar faces: Harumi and Zephyr to whom she waved as her body released a bit the tension. Not soon after Skylar appeared in Rose's sight whose smile brighten while heading towards her.
"Skylar! Hi!" Rose greeted her friend before putting her bag down taking the Wizard camera she got on her birthday from Zephyr out and started taking pictures of the different scenery in front of her. It was the perfect place to create good memories.
“She looked towards the dark, starry sky wishing she could drown in its vastness, the way one drifts in the deep, endless ocean.”
Custodes Bestiarum*
☆Made by Ophelia Vanderbilt☆
Date: 1/8/2026
Word count: 342
Key: Speech
Mention: @Skylar Astor, @Ophelia Vanderbilt, @Zephyr Deakin, @Thomas Lancaster, @Rose Pearce, @Edward Bishop, @Adora Fletching & @Lauren Wong.
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Thomas and Zephyr followed her in, the latter made a comment that Harumi answered cheekily from inside with "Gotta pick before there's no choices." After that, Adora came in and Harumi heard her introduce herself, Harumi made a mental note to say hi when she gets back up. Hearing Ophelia suggest that she and Lauren share a room with Harumi, the girl brightened. "Bring your bags in then." She invited before finally getting up and going back to the main room, she cant't stay coped up in this room forever, if no one is going to take initiative, she will.
----It didn't take long for Everyone else to come in and explore the cabin, there wasn't much more than what Harumi saw anyway, so she didn't go through exploring again. She saw the girl who had introduced herself when she was still in the room. "Hey there, Adora! I'm Harumi" She greeted with a smile. "Hey, Rose and Sky!" She greeted upon seeing them while also looking around to see if anyone is missing, and indeed, there was. "I say we penalize Edward for being late, who has ideas?" She suggested. "Maybe we should feed him a cheese sandwich with jam inside, that would taste bad." She made the first suggestion herself, she didn't really want to force Edward to eat gross food as much as she just wanted to annoy him, perhaps in her way that was saying she did notice he was absent and waited for him, even if she was waiting just to play a prank on him, it must at least count for something, right?
----"Until he makes an appearance though, anyone want to play a game?" She suggested. They needed something to do while waiting, she looks at the others waiting for someone to make a suggestion, but it seemed they were waiting for her, she looked around for inspiration around the room, that's when she saw a bottle. "I know let's play spin the bottle!" She said while looking at the others waiting for their opinion.
iNPC: Shion♡