Beneath the warm and inviting glow of cauldron fires, the study of Potions is a discipline that truly rewards those who exhibit patience, precision, and a steady hand during the stirring process. The atmosphere within the potion classroom is rich with the faint, lingering scents of smoke, a variety of herbs, and the unmistakable aroma of success and victory that comes from mastering the craft.
Who this is for
This course is for students from first to seventh year, especially those preparing for OWL and NEWT exams. Quidditch team members will also benefit, learning to brew quick potions to heal injuries and return to play faster.
You’ll learn
This course teaches safe and effective knife handling for precise ingredient preparation, ideal brewing temperatures for various potions, antidote creation to counter poisons, and composition analysis to understand potion ingredients and their effects.
Safety first
- Wear goggles and gloves; tie back hair.
- Never taste a brew that hasn’t been cleared by staff.
- Don't be Ron Weasley
Brewing routine ✨
- Prep ingredients (cut, crush, measure).
- Heat cauldron to the specified hue on the thermometer charm.
- Add reagents in order; stir pattern as noted (e.g., 3 clockwise, 1 counter).
- Cool and decant; label vials.
Exam prep
- OWL: mid‑level restorative + theory on antidotes.
- NEWT: complex brew with substitution rationale; written stability analysis.
Troubleshooting
- Potion turned tar‑black: overheated base—cool and start over.
- Acrid smoke: volatile agent added too fast—neutralize per safety chart.
FAQs
- Copper vs. pewter cauldrons?
Pewter for steady heat; copper for quick response.
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